大学英语视听说2两分钟对话
大学英语视听说教程第2册1分钟英语演讲口语考试
大学英语视听说教程第 2 册 U1~U71 分钟准备时间， 1~2 分钟英语小演讲 / 口语考试实际考试题目标红，大部分是自己想的题目，只有标题是准备的时候没时间了U1 Music音乐Importance of training of musical quality早期音乐培养重要性The training of musical quality is significant because it can benefitstudents a lot. On the one hand, it can develop students’ imagina memory and taste from rhythm or melody. The famous educator Herbertonce said,“ Every child should receive basic musical education, it is thebest way to develop intelligence Through”. the training of musical quality,students eventually could go further and smoothly. On the other hand,students learned to play an instrument in the training, it means that heor she got a good way of expression. Their lives will be pleasant andfortunate. In conclusion, I think training of musical quality is significant.Instrument extracurricular class音乐课外班Nowadays, many parents take instrument extracurricular classes forchildren. Personally speaking, I don’tagree with it. Of course, parentalintention is good. Other people’schild can play the piano, can play theviolin, can do everything, my child can do nothing. How to beat others insocial competition？But, we’d better consider the feelings of children.The extracurricular classes take up lots of fun time which is originallybelong to them.In addition,extracurricular classes can bringfrustrations;even cause students tired of their studies. After all,extracurricular classes are over-step learning. Eventually, I ask everyparent, take extracurricular classes for your children cautiously, andgive them a relaxing childhood.Favorite music style最爱的音乐风格There are many varieties of music, such as pop music, light music,classical music and so on. Frankly speaking, my favorite type of music ispop music. Popular music always is popular, vivid and sincere. Pop songlyrics are often emotional and relate to love. However,many people think it is superficial, but I still believe that it is a trend and can make usrelaxed and pleasant. Nowadays, pop music is very popular with youngpeople. Though it may be refused by some old people, it does enrichpeople's daily life and play an important role in modern culture.Favorite singer最爱的歌手My favorite singer is Krystal, a Korean singer born in America. Whenever I listen to her song, I am attracted by her voice. She doesn't have a loud voice, but her voice is really charm to me. I remember thatI first listened to her song was in TV series, at first it was a soft andgentle sound, but as her voice rose gradually,it became a beautiful and powerful song. I started to pay attention to Krystal. Since then I beganto know more about her,I began to love her.Krystal is infirm and poker-faced,but her music is colorful and powerful.When I feel frustrated, her songs really lift my sorrows.Generation gap in music appreciation音乐代沟Between one generation and another, there is a real gap in theirchoice of music. For instance, I like pop music most but my mother likeclassical music. Young people frequently prefer electronic music or otherfast and loud music. However, older people prefer classical music andlight music. Young people think older people are out of style and lose enthusiasm. But older people think young people are energetic and noisy.The root of difference is life experience and background. Every time has its style. If every time is same, the world will be tedious. In conclusion,we’d better seek common points while reserving difference.If we can get happiness, form is not important.Relationship between music and our mood音乐对心情的影响Creator give mood to song, the process we appreciate is the processwe experience; therefore we will be influenced through rhythm andmelody when we listen to it. However, different music has differenteffect on our mood. For instance, lively music makes us happy, slowmusic makes us calm, energetic music makes us cheerful. But in thiscase, doctors sometimes use music therapy to cure patients. In conclusion,music deeply affects our mood. We ’d better listen to positive songs more and make us happy all the time as soon as possible.Music piracy音乐盗版Nowadays, the problem of piracy has become more and more serious.We always enjoy the pirated music unconsciously. As a matter of fact,its quality usually is poor;after all it is illegal copied. Of course,we may not care or worry about it. But, in addition, music piracy really hurtmusic producer a lot.They spent plenty of time and energy making music in order to earn money feed their families through sell legal copy. Music piracy is ignoring their pay and free enjoying their result.In conclusion, the problem of piracy should receive due attention now, we’d better buy and use legal copy though we may pay more. Besides, laws must bestrictly executed to completely ban piracy.Only in this way can we wipe out piracy.Listen to music while studying学习时听音乐Some people think study while listening to music is not smart because they believe that the background music can reduce student’smemory. Frankly speaking,I always listen to music while studying and I don’tthink it will disturb me. As a matter of fact, once somebody has made an experiment,study while listening to music can improve learning efficiency to a certain degree. Of course, the sound shouldn’tbe loud; the type of music also should be gentle and soft, otherwise listener willnot be able to concentrate on study.In conclusion,save some light music to your mobile phone in case of need.Favorite musician最爱的音乐家Music compositions that musicians create frequently are theirdissatisfaction to reality and expectation to future. Paganini, a Italianviolinist,is my favorite musician.His music not only includescomprehension of life,but also includes persistent pursuit of technology.He had a gift for violin when he was young, whatever songs, he can playeasily. When he was 8 year old, he could compose. When he was 12 yearold, he held his own concert successfully. Although he experience upsand downs later, he still resisted on the violin learning. Eventually, hedeveloped violin technology to a new height,make great contributions tothe art of violin, be called the god of violin.Popular music in country我国流行音乐 ?乡村流行音乐 ?( 本人实际抽到并演讲的题目，可惜⋯根本不知道题目什么意思QAQ)U2 Movie电影Favorite movie最爱的电影As a matter of fact, movie is my daily entertainment, but I hardlywatch films. My favorite kind of movie is Romance because it frequentlyis romantic and weaves many beautiful dreams. Particularly I like Titanic most. Whether the sweet story, or deep thought of human nature, ismy favorite. It uses Titanic ’sdestruction to describe human flash points,for instance, violinists who still played violin in chaos, hugging loversbefore death, Jack who gave the chance of surviving to Rose and sankinto Atlantic eventually. This is a story about courage, love and sacrifice.It ’s a classic movie.Where do you prefer watch a movie在哪看电影Due to convenience of Internet, many people usually watch film athome. But I prefer to watch film in the cinema. Though watch moviesat home is easy and cheap, watching movie in cinema makes people feel comfortable,especially when you finish your all day work,you can enjoy movies because the screen is large and sound effect is good. In addition,in cinema you can experience a kind of atmosphere that you laugh everyone laugh, you cry everyone cry.The fast pace of life need to slow down, and enjoy a movie in cinema is a good choice.Movie piracy电影盗版Nowadays,the problem of piracy has become more and more serious. We always enjoy the pirated movie unconsciously. As a matter of fact,its quality usually is poor; after all it is illegal copied. Of course,we may not care or worry about it. But, in addition, movie piracy really hurtmovie producer a lot. They spent plenty of time and energy making movie in order to earn money feed their families through sell legal copy. Movie piracy is ignoring their pay a nd free enjoying their result.In conclusion, the problem of piracy should receive due attention now, we’d better buy and use legal copy though we may pay more. Besides, laws must bestrictly executed to completely ban piracy.Only in this way can we wipe out piracy.U3 Love婚恋Falling in love at first sight一见钟情Many people look forward to fall in love at first sight, but dream is dream. Personally speaking, I don’tbelieve falling in love at first sight.First andsight, you can see each otherpersonality. As a matter of’sadvantagesfact, whatof appearance,you like is hisstatureor heradvantages,but you don ’tknow his or her disadvantages.Even if you like him or her,that’s superficial like.Everyone loves advantages,however,true love is that accepts and loves each other ’s disadvantages. Falling inlove at first sight is an excuse of good-looks club. Falling in love atfirst sight doesn ’t have a happy ending;love from long-termcommunication will last forever.Three important factors in love 爱的三要素 : 尊重信任承诺 Personally speaking, I think the three important factors in love are respect, trustand commitment. First and forecast, respect is conditionof a good love. Respect is mutual. If you respect your lover, your loverwill respect you. And if you respect your valentine all the time, youraffection will last longer. Next, trust is also significant. Quarrel oftencomes from distrust. If you trust each other not doubt anything, justbelieve in your lover and love, you will never argue with your lover.Eventually, commitment is crucial. Whether sweet talk or Marriage vow,both are promises a couple makes to each other. Keep your promise canmake your love forever.Standards of a boyfriend or a girlfriend择偶标准U4 Ads广告The pros and cons of product placements植入广告的利弊We always see product placements in movie and TV play. For instance, leading actor is drinking a kind of beverage;support actor is taking photos by a kind of camera, even leading actor can say advertising directly. Wecan understand that a little,after all,advertising contributions can reduce the cost of shoot, but product placement shouldn’tbe too much, otherwise TV series will be mix of advertisement. Perhaps TV series canput advertisement in TV humorously.Unimedia( 万合天宜 ) often put advertisement in TV by humor and ironic ways. Therefore, although it’s obvious, everyone received happily. In conclusion, products placementhave techniques and wisdom, don’tmake advertisement disgusting.Bracket of good ads优秀广告的标准There are many advertisement running on the broadcast, televisionand Internet, but which ones are really good advertisements? As far asI am concerned,good advertisement divided in two types.Ones are simple and strong;introduce the ideas or features in a short time, making a deep impression on audience. The others are creative and product doesn’t appear until the end, leaving surprise. Due to lack of creativity, Chinese advertisements usually pursue the former so we hardly win in international competitions. Therefore, Chinese advertising should pourwisdom and creativity to advertisements by heart.The advantages and disadvantages of ads广告优缺点Shopping and advertising购物与广告Public service advertising公益广告Star and advertising明星与广告U5 Pet宠物Talking about benefits & problems of pets养宠物好处问题Whether dog or cat, is our friend. Many people keep a pet in orderto let pet accompany with themselves or their family members. Keepinga pet benefit us a lot, it can relax your mood, clear up loneliness andremind you exercise.Of course, it also has drawbacks.It may bring some problems, for instance,pets could make noisy, spread sickness, break the relationship between you and your neighbor. Therefore, if you want tokeep a pet, please think about its advantages and disadvantages. If youcan except its noise and problems, keep it, after all, they are lives.Protecting endangered animals濒危动物保护Because of human greed, many animals are becoming endangeredanimals and many endangered animals are disappearing. As a matter offact, a kind of animals disappears every 15 minutes. This phenomenonhappen is because we extend cities and occupy their habitat, we run over the animals and take their lives. How ridiculous human are! How pooranimals are!Both we are a part of food chain,hurt animals is hurtourselves. Therefore, as far as I concerned,we’d better make laws,banhunting and create reserves. At the same time, we are supposed toimprove people awareness through media, after all, no buying, no killing!Build zoo是否应该建立动物园Nowadays, some people think zoos should be closed, while others consider zoos should be reserve. I agree with the former. As a matterof fact,there are many zoos in China. They are divided into zoo and wildAnimal Park. The difference between them is that the former put animalin cages, the latter put animal in a bigger place. However, they have incommon is lack of living space. Both they are so small. Deprive animals’right to live in wider place is so cruel to animals. Moreover,zoos do littleto society. Though zoo can bring joy and knowledge to children, I thinkanimals ’freedom is more important than children’sjoy from zoo, afterall knowledge can be gained from books or Internet.Build circus是否应该建立马戏团Nowadays, some people think circus should be closed, while others consider circus should be reserve. I agree with the former. As a matterof fact, circus always trains animals and forces them entertain us.Animals had born not in order to please us. The circus buys animals byillegal ways and abuses them. Would you like to jump through the fire ring ？Would you like to be ridden by a tiger？Everyone is afraid of fire andlarge meat-eating animals, including us and other animals. Though circusis a tradition, we’d better discard it for t hese poor and innocent animals.U6 Fashion时尚Pursue famous brand追求名牌Nowadays many college students like pursuing famous brands because in their eyes, a famous brand is a symbol of stature and taste. Theyexpect others to admire their high class and good taste. Of course, incontemporary society, famous brands to a certain degree are equal tofashion. But the real fashion is clean,comfortable and suitable. Inconclusion, as far as I am concerned, pursuing famous brands is nottotally cannot, after all, famous brands are guarantees of quality. Butexcessive pursuit of famous brand is foolish. We’d better attach moreimportance to cultivating good characters and fostering strong abilitiesrather than pursuing famous brands.Revealing clothes暴露服装Nowadays, many college students like revealing clothes very much because they think it represent sex and fashion. But I think we, asstudents, shouldn’tdress in revealing clothes in university. On the onehand, university is open; strangers go in and out every day, revealingclothes will bring us danger. On the other hand, our occupation is student;dress in revealing clothes is disrespect to school and teacher.Therefore,we are supposed to dress casually in college, revealing clothes are forweekend party or activities.Fashion model时装模特Following fashion trends紧跟潮流Fashion items时尚物品U7 Money金钱If you have 5 million如果你拥有五百万At past, I thought how nice if I win a lottery. If in 5 million, firstand forecast, I will donate 3 million to charity because there are manypeople live in hunger,poverty,sickness and war. Secondly, if in 5 million, I will spend 1 million travelling all over the world with my parents. Dueto busy work, we hardly go out for a travel; I want to make sure theirdream. Finally, if in 5 million, I will open a shop. That’smy dream when I was young. Of course, above mentioned is dream, I ’d better be a actor instead of a dreamer.Part-time job大学生兼职As far as I concerned, we, as college students, should do part-timejob in our space time. As a matter of fact, our daily cost is paid byparents, part-time job not only can improve our lives, making us support ourselves,but also help us learn to get on well with others and learn more about society in our younger age. Of course, we ’d better not delay learning, after all students are our occupation and study is our responsibility.In conclusion,I firmly believed that the college student do part-time job advantage is bigger than the shortcoming.Finance of college student大学生理财Many student have their right of money control when they entered university, therefore finance of college student is a problem we shouldpay more attention to. First and forecast, we’d better make a plan; you can know where you will spend your money and how much it will be clearly. Then,we are supposed to account;you will know where you spend your money and how much it is clearly. Above-mentioned twoways are telling you how to save money;finally you should do a part-time job and realize economic independence. Save more and spend less is keyto clarify finance of college student and make us live smoothly.Money can buy happiness, love or health金钱是否能够带来幸福、爱与健康Money is significant. If we have money, we can buy something, suchas delicious food, beautiful clothes and so on. However, money can’tbuy anything. Money can buy house, but it can’tbuy happiness. Happiness comes from your family members. Though you buy a house, you still feelalone. Money can buy lover and friend, but it can’tbuy love. Love comes from lover and friend. Though you buy a friend, they are fair-weatherfriends. Money can buy pill, but it can’tbuy health. Health comes from your diet and exercise. Though you buy exercise machines and pills, youstill weak. In conclusion, money can buy something, but money can’tbuy anything.Time is money时间就是金钱The richest man最富有的人。
新未来大学英语 视听说教程2B2U1
E XPERIENCE THE WORLDL ISTENING 1Before you listen1. D2. A3. C4. B5. ESCRIPTPhil: Well, how do you think the party went?Gloria: I think it went fine! My friends like you! You did seem a bit nervous, though.Phil: Yeah, I know … your Argentinian friends always stand so close! I kept feeling uncomfortable and wanting to move away. But I didn’t, because Ididn’t want to seem rude…Gloria:Oh, you shouldn’t worry too much about that. They know you are British;they wouldn’t have been offended!Phil: I hope not! So, … do you feel uneasy when we spend time with my close friends?Gloria: Well, I actually do feel a bit strange … you Brits keep so much distance even from your best friends!Phil: I suppose it must seem a bit … er, I don’t know… “cold” to you? Gloria: Well, a little maybe. You know how, uh … what do you call it, hm …“touchy-feely” we Argentinians are!Phil:I think British people and Argentinians just have very different ideas about personal space.Gloria:Definitely! But why do we have such a difference?Phil:Maybe it has something to do with the weather? People from hotter countries do seem to express their emotions more openly and be morephysical, while people from colder countries are generally more private anddistant …Gloria: It makes sense to me! I would probably act like that too if I had to live in cold places all the time!While you listen2 1.1. T2. F3.F4. T5. TL ISTENING 2ScriptsHello and welcome to “Andy’s Advice”. As a professional problem-solver, one of the most common requests that I receive from listeners is asking for help in repairing relationships with close friends or family after major arguments. So today, I’d like to share some key strategies to help people avoid getting into this situation in the first place.My first piece of advice is “keep it civilized”. When you find the temperature rising in a conversation, remember not to raise your voice or be rude. You want the argument to seem like a friendly conversation from the outside.Secondly, “think before you speak”. You should remember that words are powerful, and not easily forgotten. So, don’t say things you mig ht regret. Also, always avoid saying things like “You never listen!” or “Y ou always do this!” These kinds of things are rarely true, and just make people even angrier!The last piece of advice could actually replace all of the others ‒“Listen!” To resolv e a conflict, you need to know how the other person feels. Always give other people respect and show that you care about what they have to say. And it’s not enough to just pretend to listen. Really take in what the other person says. You never know, you might even realize that you were in the wrong.While you listen22. 3. 5.31. Raise your voice or be rude.2. Words you might regret like “You never listen!” or “You always do this!”3. How the other person feels.4. That you were in the wrong.L ANGUAGE IN FOCUSUsage21)feel uneasy2) keep distance from3) a bit4) have something to do with5) pretending to6) makes sense7) repairing relationships with8) take in9) avoiding getting into this situationPronunciation1.Did you get my postcard from Shanghai?2.Mrs. Brown’s words have changed her life.3.Be careful not to cut your finger.4.His teachers introduced him to Bruce Lee.5.This is not your fault.6.Drink water before bed, not beer.7.Express your love to others.8.Why don’t you tell him to ask her for help?NDERSTAND THE WORLDL ISTENING 1SCRIPTIn today’s podcast, I will share with you an unforgettable experience that I had during my trip to Italy. It was morning, and I was having coffee in a bar in Naples. Awell-dressed man of about 80 walked in and ordered “a coffee and a suspended coffee”. A few minutes later, a couple came in and ordered, “Four coffees, please. Two for us and two suspended.” I couldn’t understand what was happening. But a moment later, a man dressed in dirty old clothes came in and asked, “Do you have any suspended coffees?”I suddenly understood. People were paying for an extra coffee so that those who couldn’t afford a cup of coffee could have one for free.I learned later that this tradition had begun in Naples, but it has now spread all over the world. In some places you can order not only a suspended coffee, but also suspended snacks, sandwiches, and even whole meals!In today’s fast-paced society, people seem to have less and less time to care for each other. Social behaviors like suspended coffee help solve this problem, as well as making it easier for people to express their natural generosity and kindness to others.By the way, before I left the bar, I paid for a couple of suspended coffees myself! While you listen2 1.31. C2. D3. A4. BV IEWINGBefore you watch1. non-verbal2.posture3. gestures4. moodSriptsAlice works at a local department store.She spends most of her day interacting with customers and co-workers.There’s a lot of talking involved but there’s also another form of non-verbal communication that’s being used just as often: body language.Body language is the process of communicating through non-verbal signals. It includes things like our posture, facial expressions, gestures and more.The meanings of these all vary from culture to culture, but we instinctively read body language and interpret it as some expression of moods, feelings or intentions.So, in Alice’s case, even before she speaks, she may be communicating all kinds of things to customers. For example, if her arms are crossed and she’s avoiding eye contact, customers may not find her to be very approachable.However, Alice could be in a friendly mood even though her body language suggests otherwise, and this isn’t necessarily a conscious choice that she’s made. This could just be how she habitually presents herself. But if Alice is aware of these habits, she can work on improving her body language.Changing your habits can be difficult, but if you take time to pause and check in with yourself, you can start to notice them and adjust things to become a better non-verbal communicator. This awareness can also be applied to reading others’ body language.Let’s say Alice notices that her co-worker is unusually quiet as his body is turned away from her and is slouched over. She may pick up that he’s upset or that there’s an unspoken issue at hand. Depending on Alice’s relationship with him, she may want to give him some space, or ask if anything’s wrong.Being aware of the various aspects of body language can make all the difference in how people perceive you, and how you perceive them. Be aware of how you present yourself; you can say a lot without speaking.While you watch21 3 431. D2. A3. DL ISTENING 2V OICE OF C HINAScriptsThe age-old scene of Chinese people fighting to pay the bill in restaurants may soon become a thing of the past, according to a recent survey.In a survey about dining habits, 65% of Chinese people under 30 said that they almost always split the bill when they eat out with friends. With people over 40, that number drops to only 25%!This change has something to do with the increasing popularity of mobile phone payment apps. These apps allow customers to “go Dutch” by s imply scanning a QR code or sending a hongbao on their phones. This way, even large parties can easily split the bill, and won’t feel awkward trying to work out who owes what.The idea of splitting the bill is new to many older Chinese people. Many of them believe that paying the bill is a sign of honor and respect. Many also say they find it uncomfortable to split the bill, and worry about losing face.However, with young people the trend is getting more and more popular. By splitting the bill, they don’t have to worry about spending big money every time they eat out with friends.While you listen21. B2. B3. C31. of the past2. under 303. scanning sending4. respectF URTHER LISTENINGScriptsTarika: Hey, Han. Can I ask you something?Han: Sure. What is it?Tarika: It’s my boss’ birthday on Sunday and I don’t know what to get her.Since you’re South Korean, like her, I thought you could help.Han: I’m happy to help. But if I were you, I would probably consider her personal preferences first.Tarika: Oh, I agree with that. However, I still want to avoid breaking any traditional gift-giving rules …Han: Well, you should try to avoid unlucky numbers. For example, inKorean, the number “four” sounds like “death”!Tarika: Oh, right. In India, the number 13 is unlucky … So, do you think chocolates or flowers are a good idea?Han: Absolutely. Gifts like that are simple but classy. However, I think it’s even better if it can be connected to your own culture in some way. Tarika: That’s a good idea. I c ould buy her some traditional Indian sweets. Han: I’m sure she’d love that! Remember, colors can be quite important, too.In South Korea, we never wrap presents in white or black.Tarika: OK, are there any colors they prefer?Han: Yes, blue is a popular color in South Korea.Tarika: Indian sweets wrapped in blue, then!Answers1. B2. A3. CP ASSAGE 1ScriptsThis weekend, Zhang Wei, a Chinese American living in San Francisco, is meeting his two best friends for the first time: Leila, a South African geography teacher, and Colin, a Chilean office worker. The three friends “met” in an online group about their favorite actor: Bruce Lee. They are in San Francisco this weekend for a Bruce Lee Convention.Leila became a fan after catching a Bruce Lee movie on late-night TV. Within weeks, she had seen all of his movies, but no one around her shared her passion.Colin was a weak child, whose parents signed him up for a kung fu training school. There, his teachers introduced him to Bruce Lee. Colin says that Bruce Lee changed his life, inspiring him to become fitter and healthier. However, just like Leila in the city where he lives now, he hasn’t found anyone else who shares his passion.Although the online fan group has many members, Colin, Leila and Zhang Wei were definitely the most dedicated. Almost every day, they go online to chat, post Bruce Lee movie clips, or test each other on the smallest of details from his movies. After two years of being close friends online, they decided to meet at the Bruce Lee Convention.Answers1. A2. D3. AP ASSAGE 2ScriptsGood afternoon, Ms. Watson. Good afternoon, classmates.For my talk today, I am presenting the results of my recent survey about the social rules of instant messaging apps.I asked 100 students what annoyed them the most when using these apps. Here are my findings.Seventy eight of the 100 respondents reported that the thing that annoys them most about using instant messaging apps is receiving voice messages while working, in the classroom or on public transport. Many people commented that they think voice messages sent in the middle of a text conversation are inconsiderate.According to our results, another thing to avoid doing is calling people for a video or audio chat without giving them notice: More than two-thirds of respondents mentioned that these were almost always unwelcome. One respondent commented, “I usually assume something bad has happened when someone calls, so when I find out that it’s just for a chat, I usually feel annoyed.”Among the other things that a majority of respondents found annoying are: being added into groups without being asked first; and being sent too many links.So, do your best to avoid doing these things that I have mentioned when using instant messaging apps, and you can become a polite digital communicator!Answers1. C2. D3. BP ASSAGE 3ScriptsLove is something that everyone treasures. But have you ever thought about how best to express your love to others, in ways they can truly understand and appreciate? In his new book, Gary Chapman describes what he calls the five “love languages” that we can learn to “speak”.1)The first is “words of affirmation”, which means giving praise and positivecomments.2)The second is “quality time”, which means spending time with the people youlove and keeping them company.3)The third is “giving gifts”. Whether big or small, all gifts are valuable signs oflove and appreciation.4)The fourth is “acts of service” – offering support to the people you love andhelping them solve problems.5)The last is “physical touch”, which means expressing your love and affectionthrough hugs and kisses, etc.According to Chapman, most of us enjoy being shown love in all five languages. But it is often the case that we like one or two of them over the others. What is more, theselanguages can be used not only to express romantic love, but also love between family and friends.Answers1. His new book.2. Quality time.3. Acts of service.4. Physical touch.5. Family and friends.。
新标准大学英语视听说教程2听力材料
College culture Unit 1Unit 1 College cultureInside viewConversation1Janet ：So this is the Cherwell Boathouse –it’s lovely! And look at those people punting! It looks quite easy.Mark ：I’m not so sure about that! Janet, there’s something Kate an d I wanted to discuss with you. Some people in college are organizing charity events this term. We’ve decided to get involved. Janet ：Raising money for charity? Right. In China, people raise money for charity but students don’t usually do that.Mark ：Stu dents often do that here. Anyway, we’re thinking of doing sponsored punting.Janet ：Sponsored punting! What’s that?Kate ：Sponsoring is when people pay you to do something – like run a long distance. So people would be sponsoring students to punt.Janet ：What a great idea! I’d love to join you!Mark ：That’s why we’re telling you about it. So that’s decided then. Let’s make a list of things we need to do.Kate ：I’ll do that. One of the first things we should do is choose the charity.Mark ：Yes. And cho ose a day for the event. And we need to design the sponsorship form. I’ve got one here.Kate ：That looks fine, but we must change the wording. Who wants to do that?Mark ：I’ll do that. What have we got so far?Kate ：Choose a charity. Also a day for the event. Change the wording on the sponsorship form …Um … We have to decide where the punt will start from.Mark ：Cherwell Boathouse, no question! It's a very beautiful route from here, apparently.Kate ：I’m with you on that.Janet ：Me too …Conversation2Janet ：I’m not used to boats – Woah!Mark ：Whoops!Kate ：Watch out! You nearly hit me with that thing!Mark ：Sorry! I didn’t mean to. … OK, we’re off!Kate ：Maybe I should do the punting.Mark ：It’s fine. I’ve got the hang of it now – give me a chance.Kate ：Well, I’d like to have a go.Mark ：Supposing I do the first hour. Then you can take over for a while, if you want to.Kate ：Yes, great.Janet ：You’re really good at it, Mark! This is fantastic! It’s exactly how I imagined lifehere! Look over there –isn’t it lovely!Kate ：Yes, it is.…Janet ：Kate, everything’s organized, isn’t it, for8 collecting the sponsorship money?Kate ：Yes, I’ve arranged for people to get the money to me by next Friday –if they haven’t paid online. I’ll coun t it all up.Janet ：Good. We’d better have a meeting soon after that, don’t you think? How much have we raised?Kate ：About 600.Janet：Fantastic! I’m so enjoying this!Mark ：Hey guys, I’ve got a suggestion – how about moving over to the bank and we can have our picnic! Hey, look, there’s Louise and Sophie!Mark ：Whoo …Girls Mark!Janet ：Are you all right?Mark ：Er … Of course I’m all right. Kate, I think it’s your turn to punt!Outside viewV/OHarvard University in Cambridge is one of the best universities in the world. We spoke to Alex Jude, the university’s Head of Communications. He explained that Harvard looks for the best and most talented students from around the world.AlexHarvard actually seeks students from around the world, the best students that we can find, to study chemistry, or study literature, or study government, or business. Our business school is particularly well-known around the world, as is the medical school and law school, so, um, and, and the Kennedy School of government, for the John F. Kennedy School of Government, so, er, we do seek very, very talented students and we have open doors for them.V/OWe asked five students at Harvard to tell us what kind of social life they have.AshleyUm, well relaxing is a little hard to do around here, but basically, I mean, I still, I, I live nearby anyway, so I see a lot of my friends, and … Um, there’s a good social life here if you look for it. I go to the gym, run. So that’s what I do.AdamIt is whatever you want it to be. It’s good. If you wanna go out party, do anything you can. If you wanna sit in your room and study all night like my friend over here, you can also do that.BrianSocially, like you said, it’s, it’s a lot of what you make it. Um, we don’t have fra ternities here, and so, you know, that’s, it’s obviously not as social. There’s not as many parties as there would be on another campus. Um, but on a Friday or Saturday night, there, there, there will be a party. Usually we end up studying until about 10 o’clock. And then we, and then we’ll go out and have fun maybe, or just watch a movie with friends, or, you know, whatever is going on for the night. JodieNot everyone would agree with me, obviously, but it’s, I think it’s a fun place to be.Int.Have you made a lot of friends?JodieOh, definitely.Int. ：Mm.JodieMany.Int.What, what do you do with your friends?JodieUm, well, I like to go to concerts. I’m in three music groups, so I have lots of rehearsals during the week for that. Um, just do, you know, some fun things, on the weekend.V/OWe asked the Harvard students if they use theInternet.AshleyUm, I, I use it a fairly good amount. Um, our library system is online, so I use that a lot. And a lot of my classes, you know, have to do research papers. You can find a lot of information on there, so.Int.So how often do you use it, a week, a day?AshleyUm, I use it probably on more of a weekly basis. Maybe three or four times a week.BrianOh yes, definitely. We live through the Internet actually. Well, I do a lot of research through the Internet, follow my stocks on the Internet. Um, well, even though e-mail is not officially Internet, we, that’s how we communicate a lot at college, so, through the e-mail.JohnUm, I use the internet mostly for, er, I’d say, sort of leisure purpos es. I mean, I play, um, I use it for a lot of, I don’t, we don’t have TV in my room, so I use it, uh, uh, go to the CNN website, keep up on current events, things like that. Uh, I also, uh, you know, there’s some little games to play over the Internet. Um, just um, I go to to see what’s happening, follow the Boston Red Sox, things like that. Um, I think a lot of courses use it to post things, but I, I don’t usually use it that much for research, or things. I tend to use the libraries for such things, so.Unit 4Inside viewConversation1Mark ：This is just so crazy!Janet ：What?Mark ：This story I’m reading.Kate ：So tell us.Mark ：A man within a wheelchair crossing the road in front of a lorry at some traffic lights. Somehow, the back of the wheelchair got stuck on the front of the lorry. When the lorry started moving, it took the wheelchair and the man with it!Kate ：You’re joking!Mark ：The driver drove for several miles at 80 kilometres an hour before he stopped at a garage. The man was unhurt because his seat belt had stopped him falling out.Janet ：What a terrible story! Thank goodness the man was all right!Mark ：The police asked the driver if he’d realized he had a passenger. The driver said he had no idea at all.Mark ：Do you want to hear another one? A funny one this time.Kate ：Go on.Mark ：A woman reported that her car had been stolen and that she’d left her mobile phone in the car. The policeman suggested calling the mobile. When he did, the thief answered it. The policeman told the thief that he was answering an ad in the paper and that he wanted to buy the car. And the thief agreed to sell it!Janet ：He didn’t!Mark ：So they arranged to meet and the thief was arrested and the woman got her car back. Janet ：A happy ending!Mark ：You get these great stories in the papers – I always read them.Conversation2V oice on radio ：The news at one o’clock.Tornadoes have damaged homes in Northern England.T here is still no news of missing company director, Alan Marsden.Scientists claim that global warming is accelerating. There are reports coming in of more fighting in …Mark ：Do you mind if I turn it off?Janet ：It’s fine, I wasn’t listening.Mark ：Do you follow the news?Janet ：Yeah, I do. But I don’t often listen to the radio, I mostly get my news online.Kate ：Do you?Janet ：Yes, I read articles from different papers.Kate ：My dad does that.Mark ：Well, I’ve got used to reading real newspapers.Janet ：You should try reading the news online. You get lots of different views, it’s very stimulating.Mark ：True, it is stimulating. But I’ve got into the habit of reading the papers in the JCR – ina comfortable armchair, with lots of black coffee.Kate ：Don’t either of you listen to the radio? It’s a great way to wake up.Mark ：Yeah, I do that. And I download podcasts. And I watch the news on telly.Kate ：You’re a news addict. We all know that.Mark ：You have to be if you read PPE. You have to be really knowledgeable about current affairs.Janet ：You are.Kate ：Well, I’m a TV addict. I spend too much time watching the soaps. I love British TV. Janet ：We’ve noticed, Kate. Are you going to watch Friends with me tonight?Kate ：You bet!Outside viewPart1Keith ：I saw Robin Williams come to the patio. I made the run, jumped a couple of sawhorses, climbed up a stairway, got in front of him, and said, “Robin, do you mind if I take a picture?” He goes, “After all that, how could I stop you?”V/OKeith Sykes has a long career in journalism, photography, and communications.Keith ：I’ve taken pictures of a lot of celebrities. Cindy Crawford. I’ve taken her picture afew times and, I, I think it’s impossible to take a bad picture of her. James Garner. I’ve photographed famous politicians. I stood in the same position for two hours to get this picture. Photographing these people is uh, an exciting thing for me. When I moved to Los Angeles in 1979 to become editor of a weekly newspaper out there, I was really excited when I started getting these invitations to come to this award show, or this benefit show. I was showing up at all these events and seeing people that I had seen on the screen and it was, uh, really, uh, a magical moment for me.Part2Keith ：The word paparazzi means “the pest” in Italian. Fellini dubbed a character who played a pesky photographer in L a Dolce Vita “Paparazzo”. The roots of paparazzi photography were in Europe after World War II. The countries were all subject to many political factions who were deciding what direction their countries would go. This created awesome political rivalries. And photographers would cover political events, knowing that they would probably turn into violent protests and they’d get newsworthy pictures and be able to sell them. Now at the same time, more and more celebrities were going to the Mediterranean, to Mont e Carlo … And these photographers, who had started as political photographers, took pictures of the celebrities and their … those celebrities’ wild lives.There are financial rewards. If I got a photograph of Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt holding hands, then I’d be paid maybe $10,000. If I shot Jennifer and Brad throwing drinks at each other, I would get $50,000. How much a photograph is worth is often determined by how negative it portrays that celebrity.When, uh, Princess Diana died, I started thinking. I had realized that the business had gone bad, that it was being motivated by money, that it was creating not artists, or even well-meaning photographers who wanted to pursue this craft, but rather, really bounty hunters.Part3KeithI decided to use the small college town of North Hampton and go up there every Saturday night, and I put on the full uniform, photo vest, and press IDs, and I would lurk in doorways and follow people and jump out in front of them and take their picture. I’ve, you know, w alked up with my camera behind me and then just pulled it out and shot it with the flash. We wanted to know what it felt like – as an everyday person, how do you like the idea that someone can take pictures of you on the street? And almost universally, peo ple feel you shouldn’t have the right to invade their privacy. I think, as consumers of the media, we at least have to look at ourselves occasionally and evaluate what it is we’re consuming. Because whatever we’re consuming, we’re encouraging to spread.Unit 5 WarInside viewConversation1Mark：Hi!Kate ：Hi, Janet! Have you been waiting long?Janet ：Not at all. What did you think of Hero?Kate ：It was brilliant, thanks for suggesting it.Janet ：Well, it was nominated for an Oscar, you know.Kate ：That figures. It’s a beautiful film.Mark ：Yes. The costumes, and scenery were amazing,Kate ：I’d love to know more about the emperor, he was cool. Who was he?Janet ：Qin Shi Huang –it’s said he was the first emperor in the history of China – he unified China.Kate ：Did he? When?Janet ：Er … 221 BC.Mark ：As long ago as that!Waitress ：Hi guys! What can I get you?Kate ：Yes, I’ll have a coke, thanks.Mark ：Er … Just a coffee.Waitress ：Sure.Mark ：Tell us more …Janet ：Um … Well, before th at, there were seven big states and they had been fighting each other for many years.Mark ：Right.Janet ：It’s called the Warring States Period. Anyway – Qin was king of the largest state and he defeated the six other states, one after another. It took him ten years to conquer them, each with a different strategy.Mark ：What kind of man was he?Janet ：Well, he was brilliant, obviously. And also wise. He had this huge army – they were very powerful. After his army had attacked the first state, the next state surrendered without much fight.They were so terrified.Kate ：Wow!Janet ：What else? The army leaders were very clever, they used a river to flood a city.Mark ：That can’t have been easy.Janet ：Yes, anyway, after conquering the last state, Qin made himself Emperor of the whole of China.Mark ：Was he the emperor who created the Terracotta Warriors?Janet ：That’s right. He was so afraid of death that he wanted them to guard him in the afterlife.Kate ：Fascinating!Conversation2Becky ：OK.Kate ：Thank you.Mark ：Thanks.Kate ：So go on about Emperor Qin. It’s really interesting.Janet ：It is, isn’t it? Well, so he unified China and that was an incredible achievement. But as a result, huge numbers of soldiers were killed.Kate ：About how many?Janet ：Oh, I don’t know, something like 500,000 men?Kate ：That is huge.Mark ：So how do the Chinese see Qin?Janet ：He’s seen as the greatest emperor in Chinese history.Mark ：Why? Because he unified China? That’s a very good reason, mind you.Janet ：Not only that. The thing is, as a result of the unification, he did many amazing things. He built roads all across China, he standardized writing … and also the money system. Oh, and the system for measuring and weighing things as well.Mark ：So he was a great leader for China.Janet ：Yes, he was, but he was also very cruel.Mark ：Yes, but most emperors were cruel, weren’t they?Kate ：Well I guess that’s true. You’re right.Mark ：So did he have enemies?Janet ：Of course, I think all great emperors have some enemies. Some people hated him so much they tried to kill him!Mark ：Was he the emperor who built the Great Wall of China?Janet ：He built the first Great Wall. You see, tribes from the north were always trying to invade building it.Kate ：It’s so sad – all those thousands of people dying.Mark ：But then … that’s war, isn’t it?Outside viewV/OOn the 25th of April each year, Australia and New Zealand celebrates Anzac Day, when they commemorate all the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps who died in actionduring the First and Second World Wars, and in every armed conflict since then. We’re here now at the Australian War Memorial at the start of the dawn service.They shall grow not old As we that are left grow old Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Lest we forget.A verse from the poem, Ode to Remembrance by Laurence Binyon, is recited during the ceremony. Inside the Hall of Memory is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This is the grave of a solider whose identity is not known and it represents all those soldiers who died in battle but were not identified.Twenty-four years after the ravages of World War I, war came to the mainland of Australia where air raids killed hundreds of service personnel and civilians. In Malaysia, Korea and Vietnam, we answered the call as we have in Afghanistan and Iraq. Through it all the one unshakable truth has been a steadfastness, born of the tradit ions of the Australian servicemen. Today, Australia’s special day, they remember in East Timor, on Bourgainville, in Afghanistan and Iraq, on the island of Crete, at Gallipoli, they along with us, remember. Anzac Day is a public holiday in Australia. It is one of the most important national days of the year and certainly the most solemn one. Commemoration services are held in all the so he built a huge wall across China to stop major cities in Australia and huge crowds them. Hundreds of thousands of men died attend to pay their respects to those who died. Servicemen and women from all the armed services in Australia march in procession.They fought in the Second World War and other conflicts since then that have happened around the world.The men in the t rucks are all wearing decorations. They’re veterans from the Second World War, and perhaps a few last survivors from the First World War. After the Parade the veterans will gather in a pub or club to talk and share memories. This veteran fought in the Second World War in Western Australia.IntAnd what does Anzac Day mean to you?VetWell, it means remembering not only those who didn’t go home but the, the fact that you keep in touch with a lot of your … friends.Unit 8 Time offInside viewConversation1Mark ：Have you got your tickets for the play?Kate ：What play?Mark ：The play which OUDS are producing. You know, the play I’m in at the Oxford Playhouse. Kate ：Oh, that play! Well, er …Mark ：What about you, Janet?Janet ：What’s the play called?Mark ：Wa iting for Godot, by Samuel Beckett. You are coming, aren’t you?Kate ：Beckett?Janet ：Why not?Kate ：Well, um, I’m sure you’ll be totally brilliant, Mark … but I wish I could understand the play. It doesn’t make sense.Mark ：If only you were more pati ent, Kate. Beckett’s a fascinating writer. You’ll come though, won’t you, Janet? You really ought to see something like this at least once during your stay in Oxford.Janet ：Well, I’m not sure.Mark ：Oh, come on! Please!Janet ：But if Kate doesn’t understand the play, there’s no way I’ll be able to follow it.Kate ：Do you want to go?Janet ：Well, I love going to the theatre, and I’d really like to see Mark acting. And actually, yes, I think I should see a play by Samuel Beckett.Mark ：Good! So you’re coming, Janet. I wish you’d come, too, Kate. It’s a really good performance.Kate ：Well, OK, but I’m only doing it because you’re in it. When is it on?Mark ：Next Tuesday to Saturday.Janet ：How about going Friday night?Mark ：That’s great. But you’d better get your tickets soon, because we’re expecting a full house. Conversation2Kate ：Well, what did you think?Janet ：It was … very interesting.Kate ：I didn’t have a clue what was going on. Absolutely nothing happened! I don’t know why I bothered coming to see it.Janet ：I thought Mark was brilliant.Kate ：Yes, I did too, of course …Janet ：But I wish I had read the play before I saw it. If only I had known the story, it might have been easier to follow it. How long do you think Mark will be?Janet ：I guess he needs to get changed first. He said he’d join us as soon as possible.Kate ：Here he is. Hi Mark!Mark ：Hi, what did you think? How was I?Janet ：It was … very challenging.Kate ：It was so-so.Janet ：But you were brilliant! Well done.Kate ：You were awesome, Mark. Everyone adored your performance. Darling, you were to die for!Mark ：OK, OK, don’t exaggerate. I wasn’t that good! Anyway, I’ve got some great news! Janet ：Tell us!Mark ：We’ve started talking about next term’s OUDS play.Kate ：What’s it going to be?Mark ：Hamlet, by William Shakespeare!Janet ：Great! And who’s going to play Hamlet?Kate ：Don’t tell me, let me guess!Mark ：To be or not to be, that is the question!Janet ：I don’t believe it. You’re going to play Hamlet?Kate ：Come on, let’s celebrate … from Beckett to Shakespeare. Today Oxford, tomorrow, Hollywood!Outside viewPart1Viewer 1 ：So, what do you guys want to watch?Viewer 2 ：Uh, I don’t know. What’s on?Viewer 3 ：How about a documentary on the History Channel? I like watching history programmes.Viewer 2 ：I don’t really like watching the History Channel.Viewer 1 ：How about a baseball game? From 1973?Viewer 3 ：No thanks! How about a cooking show?Viewer 1 ：Yeah, I love watching cooking shows.Viewer 2 ：What?Viewer 1 ：I do!Viewer 2 ：Uh, I don’t like cooking shows. Uh, let’s watch some music videos.Viewer 1 ：This is awful!Viewer 3 ：Can you see what’s on another channel?Viewer 1 ：Yeah, sure. What channel?Viewer 3 ：Uh, anything but this.V oice-over ：These television viewers are trying to decide on a programme to watch, by clicking on channels, and seeing what’s on. This practice is known as channel surfing. In the past, it was not difficult to decide what to watch on TV. There were only three channels to choose from. Cable television has changed all that. There are so many channels, and so many different kinds of programmes to watch, many viewers find it difficult to decide what to watch, even when they are watching by themselves. This business traveller doesn’t like anything. Many people like a particular type of programme.Speaker 1 ：TV programmes I like watching are cooking shows, um, comedy shows.Speaker 2：I usually watch dramas, murder mystery programmes, quizzes, comedies.Speaker 3 ：I like watching talk shows.Speaker 4 ：I guess of all my favourite TV shows I’d like news programmes.Speaker 5：I like to watch soap operas and news.Speaker 6 ：I like to watch comedy shows.Speaker 7 ：Well, I like good drama, I like a lot of the cop shows, um … I like a lot of the science fiction shows and good history.Speaker 8 ：TV programmes I like to watch are like sports, automotive, Discovery, that type of thing.Part2V oice-overCartoons have always been popular. This brother and sister are watching their favourite DVD.Mum ：Turn that down!Boy ：OK, Mum.V oice-over ：He, he turns it down. Now the volume is too low. For couples, deciding whatto watch can require some very careful negotiation.Woman ：Oh, look! Pretty Woman is on! I love watching that movie.Joe ：Pretty Woman? Oh, no, not Pretty Woman!Woman ：Joe, you know it’s my favourite movie. It’s on in five minutes. I’ll be right back. I’m just going to get some coffee.Joe ：I don’t like watching that kind of movie. Plus I don’t like Julia Roberts. Actually, I really hate that movie.V oice-over ：Joe realizes that there’s a basketball game on tomorrow night. He wants to ask his friends over to watch it.Woman ：You’re so sweet to watch this with me. I know you probably don’t want to see it again. Joe ：Oh, sure. I don’t mind. There’s nothing else on anyway. Not tonight.Viewer 1 ：Hey, look. Swordfish is on. John Travoltaand Halle Berry?Viewer 2 ：No, I’ve already seen that twice.Viewer 3 ：I hate that movie.Viewer 1 ：OK. How about The Matrix?Viewer 3 ：That’s OK. But I’ve seen it too many times.Viewer 2 ：Yeah, me too. But I love that movie.Viewer 3 ：You guys, there’s nothing on.Viewer 2 ：Yeah, you’re right.Viewer 1 ：Hey, how about we go out and get some pizza?Viewer 3 ：That’s a good idea. Turn that off.Mum ：I told you to turn it down. Now I’m going to turn it off.Woman ：Oh, it’s over. I just love that movie! Thanks for putting up with it again. I knowit’s not your favourite.Joe ：That’s OK. But tomorrow’s my turn. I’m asking the guys over to watch the basketball game. Woman ：Oh, that’s fine. I won’t be here anywayremember? I’ m going to visit my sister?Joe ：Oh, yeah. That’s right.V oice-overThe business traveller seems to have found what he was looking for, a programme that puts him to sleep. And that’s all for tonight, folks! Be sure to tune in tomorrow!Unit 9Have you got what ittakes?Inside viewConversation1MarkLook, there’s a careers fair on at the Examination Schools. Do you want to go? JanetWhat happens in a careers fair?MarkThere are lots of different companies and theygive you information about careers … advice, that kind of thing.JanetOK, I’ll come. You coming, Kate?KateYeah, sure. But I’ve already decided on my career.MarkWe know. You’re going to be a brilliant lawyer.KateThat’s the plan –I’m off to a law firm soon as I get my degree.JanetYou’re so lucky. I wish I knew what I wanted to do.KateDidn’t you say something about teaching?JanetYes, I’m thinking about it. I’m quite attracted to teaching. But I’m not really sure yet.KateWell, you’ve got lots of time. What about you, Mark? What are your plans?MarkI’m going to row for England.KateSeriously?MarkNo. Problem i s, I think if you want to be successful, you’ve got to plan ahead – starting at the age of 12.JanetSo we’re not doing very well.MarkNo.KateSo?Mark ：Well … I’m thinking of going into business management. It’s a possibility.JanetReally?MarkYes.KateHey, let’s go to the Careers Fair. It might give you some ideas.…JanetIt was very interesting, wasn’t it? You were having a long conversation with that man from the law firm.KateYes. They said there’s a possibility of a job placement as an intern over the summer. They’re going to let me know about it.JanetFantastic!Conversation2KateYou know that job placement I told you about –they’ve asked me to go for an interview.JanetThat’s brilliant. When?KateTwo weeks’ time ……InterviewerSo what made you decide to study law, Kate?KateA number of reasons. Law interests me a lot. I’ve got a good brain, a good memory. And I’d certainly like to do some part-time work for Legal Aid. And also, I must admit, the money’s good. InterviewerWell, those are good, honest answers. Certainly, your CV’s very good. I seem to remember that you only want the work placement for six weeks. Is that right?KateYes, it is.InterviewerWhy is that?KateWell, to be honest, I’m planning to go back to the States and spend time with my family. InterviewerThat’s understandable. Now, tell me, what questions do you have?KateI’ve got some idea but obviously, what I’d like to know is, what does the job involve? InterviewerOf course. Well, for the first few weeks, your main responsibility would be to read files and summarize them. We’d also want you to do some research for us. How does that sound? Rather boring?KateNo, not at all. I think I’d learn a lot.InterviewerGood, well … you’ll be taking your first year exams soon, won’t you?KateYes, in a few weeks’ time.InterviewerWell, provided they’re OK, I think we can say you’re in.KateThank you –that’s wonderful!…KateHey, guess what?JanetWhat?KateTh ey’ve accepted me. I start at the end of June.JanetWell done!Outside viewV oice-overEvery year, millions of young people take time out to help others as volunteers. Many of them do this during a gap year between finishing school and starting in higher education. Volunteers learn to solve problems, work together as a team and develop their personalities. Communities in need get help they couldn’t afford to pay for. In Britain, one of the main agencies for voluntary work is Raleigh International. It arranges for thousands of people, aged between 17 and 25, to help out in their own country or abroad. This group of 100 people has just arrived at the base camp in Costa Rica. In the next ten weeks, they are taking part in three different projects. One of the projects is environmental, one community-based and one an adventure project. But first, they have training for the conditions they will encounter. For the environmental project at Curu, the volunteers are going to help to build an artificial reef from recycled materials. This forms a protective environment for the fish to breed and feed. It helps the local economy of commercial fishing and protects the natural reefs from over-fishing and destruction. The community project is in one of the poorest rural areas in the world. In the village of El Porvenir, volunteers are going to make bricks. They’re going to help to build a storehouse for the important sesame crop. If they have more storage, the villagers will be able to make more money from selling sesame. V olunteers also take part in a survival activity. Tomorrow, this group is trekking to the summit of Costa Rica’s highest mountain, Mount Chirripo. At the end of the ten weeks, the volunteers are proud that their efforts have helped to improve the lives of the people and the environment of Costa Rica and Nicaragua.。
视听说unit 2,大学生活
Watching ,Listening and Speaking Lesson, Unit 2 Relevant Information about education and campus life national key university重点大学comprehensive university 综合性大学medical university医科大学university of science and technology科技大学normal university / collegepoly-technical university / institute of technology 工业大学/理工学院university / institute of finance and economics 财经大学/学院agricultural university农业大学institute of chemical engineering化工学院junior college 专科学校vocational school 职业学校boarding school 寄宿学校How to express your majors in English?Have both required and elective courses//get credits for the courses Mathematics physics chemistry geology biochemistry biology historyMechanical engineering机械工程chemical and environmental engineering 化学与环境工程electrical engineering 电气工程civil engineering 土木工程architecture建筑学Information science 信息科学computer science mechanics economicsInternational trade 国际贸易international finance国际金融earth science 地球学materials材料科学life science生命科学Diplomatic relations外交关系学urban planning城市规划mass media大众传媒journalism agronomy农艺学agrostology草本学agriculture农学agronomics农业经济学Agrometeorology 农业气象学agromicrobiology农业微生物学agronome农艺学家, 农学家agronomic crop农作物College life in the US.In American colleges and universities, students have many choices about the subjects they study, their class schedule, and the teachers of their classes. These are also called discussion questions, because the student is expected to discuss a topic and provide facts, reasons, examples, etc. to support the answer, with the grade depending mainly on how well the answer is supported not just on the student’s opinion.When students finish college, they have mastered quite a lot of information, but not as much as they may think they have. Furthermore, they have little experience in using the information. When they move forward to their careers, they will quickly discover how much they still have to learn. College can only set the stage for their future learning. There is no way it can give them all theinformation they need, because there is too much of it and it is expanding too rapidly. A good teacher like the one in the story should make this clear to the students in a memorable way that they can take with them after graduation. This is why graduation is sometimes called “commencement”.Y our interaction with other people is an integral part of your college life in the United States.T o make the most of it, get ready to introduce yourself in a positive way to fellow students, professors, and other people both on- and off-campus.One of your first introductions to social life on a U.S. campus will most likely be "The International Student Orientation Program." Traditionally coordinated by the Admissions Office or the Office of International Programs. Orientation varies greatly from school to school, though the objectives are similar: to introduce the new non-U.S. students to each other, and to prepare you for campus life. Many times, topics include immigration, academic advisors, computer and library resources, telephone services, public safety, medical services, banking options and department store shuttles so students can purchase items they need. During orientation, students often learn of upcoming activities such as trips to local points of attraction.U.S. college and university campuses abound with activities designed to foster friendships. Many schools designate a "Student Activities Center" where you may learn of different options,such as student government, the newspaper staff, outdoor club, chorus, dance, and a number of athletic teams. Explore which ones may suit you best! One international student describe his experiences: "I've made some great American friends on- and off-campus, as well as friends from all over the world; they have taught me a lot. For example, last December, some American friends invited me out into the woods to help cut down their Christmas tree -- I had never done anything like that before!" "When I meet new people, they're always interested to know what it's really like in Jamaica. That has made me think about my own country, so I could share more information with them. If I never left home, I would not need to consider these things. So in many ways, a U.S. education means much more than sitting in a classroom and studying for a degree."Education in the United States and Canada is divided into the following levels at the indicated ages.Pre-school ages 2 - 6Elementary School ages 6 - 12Junior High Schoolages 12 - 14High School ages 14 - 18Junior College ages 18 - 204 Y ear College ages 18 - 22Graduate School ages (MA) 22 - 24Graduate School ages (PH.D.) 22 - 26/8Post Graduate after PH.D.Grading Systems in the U. S.Most colleges use letter grades like A, B, C, D, F, and some use plus or minus like B- or C+. To compute students’averages they say A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0. It takes an average of 2.0 to graduate. Grades ofF must be repeated to get credit. Most students take 5 or occasionally6 courses per semester, and most courses are 3 credits. It usually takes between 120 and 130 credits to graduate. A few colleges use numerical grades instead of letters. If so, most likely A=90,B=80, C=70, D=60, but this may be up to the professor. In the US, it’s common for a student to change the area of his or her study. It is common even to enroll in a different school. Credits usually transfer between universities. However, changing majors or school will likely set back the graduation date.American university students are often called upon to present a topic to their fellow students in class. T o make a presentation impressive, students often need to do research, gathere relevant information or collect some data on a certain assigned or chosen topic. T o illustrate the presentation visually, students apply pictures,maps,charts and other visual aids to reinforcetheir main points. Students attach importance to the assigned oral presentation since they may be graded on their performance.An Analysis of College Enrollment Expansion 中国的大学扩招The table and the line graphs show the number of students enrolled by first-category universities, second-category universities, and third-category universities from 1997 to 2005. From 1997 to 1999, the enrollment of first-category universities increased steadily from 420,000 to 630,000 and the corresponding (对应的) blue curve reached its peak of 700,000 in 2000. However, since 2001, there was a drop in the curve and it begins to level off (稳定下来). There are certain similarities between the curve of first-category universities and that of second-category universities --- both increased rapidly from 1997 to 2000, but the pink curve rose drastically, reflecting the admission/(be admitted to )number skyrocketing from 550,000 to 1,200,000 in that period. However, from 2000, the increase rate slowed down, and there is the least difference in the number of enrollees between 2004 and 2005, and the trend continues throughout the curve. With the introduction of third-category universities in 2003, the yellow curve shows a sharp rise from 1,050,000 in 2003 to 1,400,000 in 2005, and this trend is likely to continue. In order to provide educational opportunities for more high school graduates,authorities decided to expand college enrollment. However, some unexpected problems arose. As the number of enrollees climbed rapidly, universities could not provide enough accommodations (住宿), sufficient education facilities or qualified teachers. Therefore, parents, students and teachers complained that campuses became overcrowded and there was a decline in teaching quality. From 2001, in order to ensure quality education, the number of students enrolled by first-category universities dropped gradually; meanwhile, the increasing enrollment rate of second-category universities began to slow down and level off. In 2003, many third-category universities were established in order to satisfy people’s needs for diversified (多种多样的) higher education. Up till now, much progress has been made to balance and reform the structure of higher education. However, we must remember that it is only the first step in the right direction. Let’s continue to contribute our efforts and ideas. T o provide best higher education for eligible (合适的，合格的) high school graduates and all college students, we still have a long way to go.Distance EducationDistance Education is instructional delivery that does not constrain the student to be physically present in the same location as the instructor. Historically, Distance Education meant correspondencestudy. Today, audio, video, and computer technologies are more common delivery modes. Every form of learning favors a certain set of skills. Online-learning enrollments are growing 33 percent a year and are expected to hit 2.2 million by 2004, according to International Data Corp. It is certainly true that life online is inescapable. Colleges that have invested a great deal in online learning have often discovered that the extra work for the teachers has been more than they expected, and so have some of the financial costs thus far. However, online education is quite new, and in the future the author’s optimistic predictions may all come tr ue.The author says online education is cheaper and more convenient than classroom-based learning. Time and money are saved on travel, classroom space, books, etc. Almost anyone can take almost any class whenever they wish. Access to much information and to teachers or classmates is quick and easy. All students can benefit, and some students could not take classes any other way. The increase of online education is certain to occur, and the author clearly feels that this is a very good thing. A certificate offers a shorter course of study than a degree. Certificates can serve as steppingstones to a degree. A certificate typically requires at least 12 semester credits of coursework. With program faculty approval, credits completed in a certificate program may be used in a degree program. Studying yearsat a college or university, known as undergraduate education, will generally lead to the Bachelor's Degree. This is the degree a student gets after he studies beyond the 4 years of college. The MBA, or Master of Business Administration, is an extremely popular degree that usually takes two years. Some Master's programs, such as journalism, only take one year. In such fields as history and philosophy, these degrees are considered stepping-stones toward a doctorate (Ph.D.). In the USA there are a number of state and federal laws that protect the equal rights of handicapped and disabled persons to education, employment, housing, etc. For example, classrooms and offices must be accessible to people with wheelchairs or crutches, so most of them have special ramps and elevators for this purpose.How to Keep on Good T erms with Roommates?如何与同学相处过好大学生活For most freshmen, university dorm life is a “fresh”experience. However, students from all corners of the country may soon find, apart from accents, they have to face a lot of other differences. For example, early birds(早起的人) and night owls(夜猫子) disturb each other. For another example, lazybones who do little cleaning may “pollute”the room with smelly socks. What’s more, while one is used to living in a quiet atmosphere (环境), his roommates happen tobe chatterboxes, talking over the phone for hours. The list of “conflicts”(冲突) could go on and on.It is very essential for roommates to keep on good terms. Harmonious surroundings will help them make academic progress, foster/improve friendship and develop communication/communicative skills. In a certain sense, a dorm flat is their “second home”, the roommates today may become colleagues and lifelong friends tomorrow. If they could not get along well throughout the four years, how could they work and study effectively? Then how could flat-mates get along well?Here are some tips. First and foremost, respect each other. Secondly, be tolerant. Never lose temper when you are offended, and try to talk frankly when disagreements arise. Thirdly, be considerate of others. Why not walk on tiptoe at nap time? Why not help roommates get clothes back before rainfall? Last but not least, set some effective rules and follow them consciously. If roommates follow these pieces of advice, years later, the dorm life will be a cherished and unforgettable part of college life.Difficult language points:1.The film is scary (scaring)—it’s a horror filmHe gets scared at the sight of such a big snake.2.give me a hand in the work—do me a favor in the work---help meCan I ask a favor of you? Can you help me?3.pick a major you like or you can change or switch your majorhave the elective course or the required course 选修和必修课程4.bump into (run into) a friend---come acrossHe came across an old friend two days ago in the street.5.Euphemism is used委婉的说法有以下几种结构特色。
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College culture Unit 1Unit 1 College cultureInside viewConversation1Janet ：So this is the Cherwell Boathouse –it’s lovely! And look at those people punting! It looks quite easy.Mark ：I’m not so sure about that! Janet, there’s something Kate an d I wanted to discuss with you. Some people in college are organizing charity events this term.We’ve decided to get involved.Janet ：Raising money for charity Right. In China, people raise money for charitybut students don’t usually do that.Mark ：Stud ents often do that here. Anyway, we’re thinking of doing sponsoredpunting.Janet ：Sponsored punting! What’s thatKate ：Sponsoring is when people pay you to do something –like run a long distance. So people would be sponsoring students to punt.Janet ：What a great idea! I’d love to join you!Mark ：That’s why we’re telling you about it. So that’s decided then. Let’s make a list of things we need to do.Kate ：I’ll do that. One of the first things we should do is choose the charity.Mark ：Yes. And choose a day for the event. And we need to design the sponsorshipform. I’ve got one here.Kate ：That looks fine, but we must change the wording. Who wants to do thatMark ：I’ll do that. What have we got so farKate ：Choose a charity. Also a day for the event. Change the wording on thesponsorship form…Um … We have to decide where the punt will start from.Mark ：Cherwell Boathouse, no question! It's a very beautiful route from here,apparently.Kate ：I’m with you on that.Janet ：Me too … Conversation2Janet ：I’m not used to boats – Woah!Mark ：Whoops!Kate ：Watch out! You nearly hit me with that thing!Mark ：Sorry! I didn’t mean to. … OK, we’re off!Kate ：Maybe I should do the punting.Mark ：It’s fine. I’ve got the hang of it now – give me a chance.Kate ：Well, I’d like to have a go.Mark ：Supposing I do the first hour. Then you can take over for a while, if youwant to.Kate ：Yes, great.Janet ：You’re really good at it, Mark! This is fantastic! It’s exactly how I imagined lifehere! Look over there –isn’t it lovely!Kate ：Yes, it is.…Janet ：Kate, everything’s organized, isn’t it, for8 collecting the sponsorship moneyKate ：Yes, I’ve arranged for people to get the money to me by next Friday – ifthey haven’t paid online. I’ll count it all up.Janet ：Good. We’d better have a meeting soon after that, don’t you think How m uch have weraisedKate ：About 600.Janet：Fantastic! I’m so enjoying this!Mark ：Hey guys, I’ve got a suggestion – how about moving over to the bank andwe can have ourpicnic! Hey, look, there’s Louise and Sophie!Mark ：Whoo … Girls Mark!Janet ：Are you all rightMark ：Er … Of course I’m all right. Kate, I think it’s your turn to punt!Outside viewV/OHarvard University in Cambridge is one of the best universities in the world. Wespoke to Alex Jude, the university’s Head of Communications. He explained thatHarvard looks for the best and most talented students from around the world.AlexHarvard actually seeks students from around the world, the best students that wecan find, to study chemistry, or study literature, or study government, or business. Our business school is particularly well-known around the world, as is the medical school and law school, so, um, and, and the Kennedy School of government, for theJohn F. Kennedy School of Government, so, er, we do seek very, very talented students and we have open doors for them.We asked five students at Harvard to tell us what kind of social life they have.AshleyUm, well relaxing is a little hard to do around here, but basically, I mean, I still,I, I live nearby anyway, so I see a lot of my friends, and … Um, there’s a good social life here if you look for it. I go to the gym, run. So that’s what I do. AdamIt is whatever you want it to be. I t’s good. If you wanna go out party, do anything you can. If you wanna sit in your room and study all night like my friend over here, you can also do that.BrianSocially, like you said, it’s, it’s a lot of what you make it. Um, we don’t have fraternitie s here, and so, you know, that’s, it’s obviously not as social. There’s not as many parties as there would be on another campus. Um, but on a Friday orSaturday night, there, there, there will be a party. Usually we end up studying until about 10 o’clock. And then we, and then we’ll go out and have fun maybe, or justwatch a movie with friends, or, you know, whatever is going on for the night.JodieNot everyone would agree with me, obviously, but it’s, I think it’s a fun placeto be.Int.Have you made a lot of friendsJodieOh, definitely.Int. ：Mm.JodieMany.What, what do you do with your friendsJodieUm, well, I like to go to concerts. I’m in three music groups, so I have lots of rehearsals during the week for that. Um, just do, you know, some fun things, on the weekend.V/OWe asked the Harvard students if they use theInternet.AshleyUm, I, I use it a fairly good amount. Um, our library system is online, so I usethat a lot. And a lot of my classes, you know, have to do research papers. You canfind a lot of information on there, so.Int.So how often do you use it, a week, a dayAshleyUm, I use it probably on more of a weekly basis. Maybe three or four times a week.BrianOh yes, definitely. We live through the Internet actually. Well, I do a lot ofresearch through the Internet, follow my stocks on the Internet. Um, well, eventhough e-mail is not officially Internet, we, that’s how we communicate a lot at college, so, through the e-mail.JohnUm, I use the internet m ostly for, er, I’d say, sort of leisure purposes. I mean,I play, um, I use it for a lot of, I don’t, we don’t have TV in my room, so I useit, uh, uh, go to the CNN w ebsite, keep up on current events, things like that. Uh, I also, uh, you know, there’s some little games to play over the Internet. Um, justum, I go to to see what’s happening, follow the Boston Red Sox, things like that. Um, I think a lot of courses use it to post things, but I, I don’t usually use itthat much for research, or things. I tend to use the libraries for such things, so.Listening inPassage1V/OHi, I’m Nick Carter, and this is SUR, your university radio station. This morningwe went around campus to ask freshers – now half-way through their first year –the question, “How are you finding uni” Here are some of the answers we got.Speaker 1It’s cool. It’s everything I hoped it would be. I’m very ambitious, I want tobe a journalist and I want to get to the top of the profession. I’ve started writing for the university ne wspaper so I’ve got my foot on the ladder already.Speaker 2I’m working hard and the teaching is as good as I expected. And I’ve made some good friends. But I’m very homesick. I’m Nigerian and my family’s so far away.I went home a t Christmas for a month – that really helped, but man, I miss my f amily so much.Speaker 3“How am I finding uni” It’s great. It’s not perfect, nothing is, but, like, I’ve got a brilliant social life, just brilliant, and I’ve made lots of friends. Forthe first few months I j ust didn’t do, really enough work. But I –I talked about it with my parents and I’m working harder now and getting good grades.Speaker 4Actually, I’ve been quite lonely to be honest. I’m a bit shy … everyone else seemedto find it so easy to make friends straight away. But things have been better recently –yeah, they have. I’ve joined a couple of clubs and like, it really helps to get to know people when you have shared interests. So, yeah –I’m feeling a lot happier now.Speaker 5Uni’s great, I lo ve it. My only problem –and it’s quite a big problem –is money. My parents are both unemployed so, you know, they can’t help me financially. Mygrant just isn’t –it’s just not enough for me to live on, so I’ve taken apart-time job as a waitress – a lot of people I know, like a lot, have had to dothe same. I don’t want to have huge debts at the end.Speaker 6I love my subject, History, and I’m, I’m getting fantastic teaching here. I wantto be a university lecturer and that means I have to get a first. I have a good social life but work definitely comes first for me.Passage2Oxford and Cambridge – two universities so similar that they are often spoken oftogether as“Oxbridge”. They’re both in the UK, fairly near London, and both regularly come top in any ranking of the world’s best universities.The two universities began within a century of each other. Oxford University, now900 years old,was founded towards the end of the 11th century. In 1209 there was a dispute between the university and the townspeople of Oxford. As a result, some o f the Oxford teachers left and founded a university in the town of Cambridge, some 84 miles away. Eversince then, the two institutions have been very competitive.Unlike most modern universities, both Oxford and Cambridge consist of a large number of colleges. Oxford has 39 and Cambridge 31. Many of these colleges have old andvery beautiful architecture, and large numbers of tourists visit them.In all UK universities, you need good grades in the national exams taken at 18. But to get into Oxford and Cambridge, it’s not enough to get A grades in your exams.You also have to go for a long interview. In these interviews, students need to show that they are creative and capable of original thinking.Through the centuries, both universities have made huge contributions to Britishcultural life.They have produced great writers, world leaders and politicians. Cambridge, inparticular, has produced scientists whose discoveries and inventions have changedour lives.Among the great university institutions is the world’s most famous debating society, the Oxford Union, where undergraduates get a chance to practise speaking in public. Cambridge’s comedy clubFootlights has produced many first-class comedians, w hile some of the UK’s most famous actors and actresses began their careers at The Oxford University DramaticSociety, known as OUDS. Then there’s the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, which takes place every year in March or April, and is watched on television all over the UK.So with all this excellence in so many fields, it’s not surprising that the ambition of clever students all over the world is to attend either one of these greatuniversities.Unit 2Inside viewConversation1Kate ：Come in. Hey, Janet.Janet ：Hi Kate, are you busyKate ：Yes, I’m just doing an essay. But it’s great to see you. So what’s new Janet ：Well, nothing much.Kate ：You look a bit fed up. What’s bugging youJanet ：Well, I had a phone call from my parents and it made me feel homesick. Ithappens everytime they call, and it gets me down.Kate ：I’m sorry to hear that. I know how you feel. I love speaking to my mum anddad, but Ialways feel miserable after the call.Janet ：My dad doesn’t say much, and I want to speak to him, but I wish I knew what to say.Kate ：Don’t let it get to you. My dad doesn’t say much on the phone either. Icall, he answersthe phone, and says, “Hi, I’ll pass you to your mother.” It’s really irritating. Janet ：But I miss him and my mother a lot, and I like to hear his voice.Kate ：Just tell him what you’re up to.Janet ：Sometimes I feel as if I made a mistake leaving home and coming to Oxford.Sometimes I feel like a moody teenager.Kate ：Try not to worry about it, Janet. It’s normal to feel like that. I understand how you feel, butI bet everything will be fine next term. You’ll get used to it. Hey, why don’t you do what I doJanet ：What’s thatKate ：When m y dad calls, I ask him for more money! He usually says no, but at least I getto hear his voice!Janet ：Maybe. I’m sorry to take up your time, Kate, but I must go now. Bye!Kate ：Wait a minute …!Conversation2Kate ：I think I may have upset Janet last night.Mark ：What happenedKate ：She came to see me. I was busy doing an essay but I was really pleased tosee her. She’d had a call from home, and said she was feeling homesick.Mark ：Poor kid! It must be tough on you guys, living so far away from home.Kate ：I tried to make her laugh, told her not to worry about it, and that it wasnormal to feel miserable. Suddenly she looked miserable, and then she got up andsaid, “I must go now” and left my room. It was really sudden. I felt as if I’d said something wrong.Mark ：Maybe she was just being polite. It was probably because she realized youwere working and didn’t want to disturb you.Kate ：I just wonder if she found it difficult to talk about her feelings with me.Maybe I shouldn’thave tried to make her laugh Perhaps she thought I wasn’t taking her seriously.Mark ：I would n’t worry about it. Put yourself in her shoes. How would you feelif you were a student at college in ChinaKate ：I know. That’s why I feel bad. If only she had stayed longer! I wish I could have helped her more.Janet ：Hey, everyone!Mark ：Hi Janet, you look cheerful!Janet ：Yes, I’ve just got my essay back. I got an alpha minus!Kate ：What an amazing grade! Well done.Mark ：I’m really happy for you, Janet.Janet ：I feel on top of the world!Outside viewSebastienHi. I’m Sebastien. I’m from Ge rmany. Um, the idea of IQ of a measure of your brain power has been around for a while, but recently there’s been this new idea of theEQ –your emotional quotient. And by now, it’s actually almost being regarded as more important. If you look at it, busin esses will … Well, they will prefer employing people with great EQ. Well, of course, IQ cannot be disregarded, but um, EQ doeshave its importance as well. Uh, I believe that, um, … I mean, people, most people will have, um, their basic means of communicating with other people. Most peopleare somewhat socially adept, and just like most people have, you know, a basic general knowledge. But then, what I think really is the difference betweenIQ and EQ, I mean, you can have a “brainiac”, and they will be gre at at most things they do, but if you just can’t get along with him, if you just can’t communicate with him, I mean, you know, he’s not really that useful.KimHi. This is Kim. I’m originally from Korea, and I was raised in California. Andtoday, we are going to talk about the differences between IQ and EQ – IQ meaningyour intelligence, EQ meaning your emotions. Now, in … When I was, when I was alittle, little boy in Korea, I had to take … I think I’d taken like two or threeIQ tests before the age of ten, which is when I moved to California. So, I guesswe stress a lot of importance on intelligence, on having great IQ scores. But after I moved to the States, I learnt how to associate with people, and along the linesthat this word EQ came up, you know, emotional, caring about … It’s basically how you deal with people, howyou make people feel, and how people make you feel.I think they’re equally as, as important, but it seems that in the Eastern worldthey kind of stress on that a lot more back in the days. But I think again, you know, now that with Internet and people are communicating so much f aster, there’s a better mixture of the two I think. There’s a stress on EQ in Korea as well, and a stresson IQ in the States. Thank you.TedHello. My name is Ted, and I’m from the United States of America. Today, I’m going to talk a little bit about IQ or EQ – which is most important, or which is more important. Now, for a long time when I was growing up, people said, “IQ. What’s your IQ Take an IQ test.” But then EQ, your emotions, how you interact with people, that became very important. And I think they’re … that people might be ontosomething with that, because your EQ – how you deal with people, how you interactwith people – is important. Now, a big part of this, in my opinion, is listening.I know I’m talking a lot right now, but if you want to get along well with people,you have to listen to them, so just take a minute, maybe shut your mouth for a minute, and listen to others, and then you can understand and communicate with them in abetter way. So, part of EQ, I think, is listening – listening to others – and itcan be more important than IQ.Listening inPassage1PresenterWe’re fortunate to have as our guest today Dr Jenna Hudson, who has just writtena book about how colours affect us in our surroundings, especially in the world ofadvertising. It’s called Market Colours. Dr Hudson, which are the most commoncolours in advertising and marketingDr HudsonWell, of course, it depends what image the marketing team wish to project with their products. So for example, we often think of blue as a cold colour, but it also makes you feel peaceful, quiet, and it doesn’t suggest strong emotions. So it’s a favourite for banks and insurance companies, who wish to suggest the image that they are trustworthy. And for selling products, it’s often used tosuggest something is pure and fresh.What about redYou can sell almost anything with red. It’s a hot colour, which suggests a feelingof energy and even passion. It grabs your attention, and can make people buy almost anything. You often see red on magazine covers. But if you use it too much, it looks cheap and may make p eople tired. And orange has a similar effect to red, it’s upbeat and happy, it suggests pleasant feelings and images. Most people react well to orange, and it’s especially popular in advertising and on packaging for baked food.What about yellow, for instanceYellow is the colour of sunshine and it’s a positive, happy colour, so it’s used a lot in advertising. But it’s also often used for warning signs, direction signs,and so on, where you have to read the message quickly and at a distance.What about less popular colours for advertisingSurprisingly, green isn’t used much in adve rtising except for garden products.It’s friendly and restful. It can be cool and soothing, the colour of apples andmint, but it can also be quite strong and many people associate it with unpleasantideas of decay or slimy creatures. But most colours are not primary colours, they’re a combination. Absolutely. So yellow-orange is common, and often used to giveanimpression of style and class, it looks like gold. But it’s not often used inletters because it’s not very strong. And yellow-green reminds people of feeling sick.Blue-green works well as a cool colour, suggesting freshness, and is sometimes used for toothpaste products, bathroom products, food and household cleaning products. It has many of the advantages of blue without the disadvantages of green. you very much, DrScriptsHudson. Market Colours by Dr JennaHudson is on sale from next week,priced ￡…Passage2Presenter ：What makes you embarrassed, SallySally ：Oh, I’m easily embarrassed. If anybody notices me or looks at me, I getvery embarrassed. When people sing me Happy Birthday on my birthday, I get very embarrassed.Presenter ：And what makes you upsetSally ：When people are selfish, people who think only of themselves. And cruelty–I can’t bear people who are cruel, especially t o animals or children.Presenter ：Jake, what makes you depressedJake ：I hate it when it rains, and I don’t like people who look down on me, who think they’re superior to me without any reason.Presenter ：And what makes you angryJake ：When people don’t behave properly in public, bad behaviour like droppinglitter or people pushing each other on the bus or the train.Presenter ：Andrew, what makes you cheerfulAndrew ：I like to see everyone around me being happy and having a positive attitude towards the future, optimistic people.Presenter ：And what makes you jealousAndrew ：Well, to be honest, I just never feel jealous. I can’t see the point ofit.Presenter ：Monica, what makes you proudMonica ：I’m proud when I’m successful, especially in my wor k. Being recognized by my boss for what I can do makes me feel really proud. Oh, and my family. I’m very proud of them.Presenter ：And what makes you nervousMonica ：Every time I teach a new class. The night before I’m very nervous. You don’t know what t he kids are going to be like and how they might behave, or ifthey’re going to like you.Presenter ：Anything elseMonica ：Doing interviews like this.Unit 3 Crime watchInside viewConversation1Kate ：So, what did you think of the movieMark ：It was good but I thought it was too long.Kate ：Yes, me too.Kate ：Hey, where’s my bike I don’t believe it! It’s gone!Mark ：It was next to mine, you chained it up!Kate ：Someone’s stolen it! Oh, how could they!Mark ：Oh, Kate!Kate ：How could someone have done this! The creep!Mark ：It’s a really mean thing to do, steal a bike.Kate ：It was a mountain bike and it cost a fortune –I don’t have the money to buy another one.Mark ：Listen, I’ll go down the street and see if I can see anyone with it. Whydon’t you go intothat shop and see if they’ve seen anything suspicious I’ll be back in a minute. Kate ：OK.…Kate ：WellMark ：No luck. What did they say in the shopKate ：I asked the shopkeeper if she’d seen anything –Mark ：AndKate ：She said she hadn’t. I guess it was a long shot. She advised me to reportit to the police.But according to her, bikes get stolen all the time around here.Mark ：Listen, let’s get back so you can report it.Kate ：I’ve got no bike. I’m just so upset!Mark ：It’s no t far to college. Come on!Conversation2Mark ：So did you ring the policeKate ：Yes. I went to the police station to report it.Mark ：What did they sayKate ：No one’s found it. This woman said that Oxford has the fifth highest rateof bike theftin the country!Mark ：You’re joking!Kate ：That’s what she said.Mark ：What else did she sayKate ：She told me that sometimes you do get bikes back –the thieves use them and then abandon them, apparently, and then people find them and report them.Mark ：So you might get it back.Kate ：I hope so, Mark, I really do. I t’s just too much you know But … um … what else She told me t o go to this sale they have of abandoned bikes. She thinks I might find it there. But it’s only every two months, I can’t wait till then! Honestly, Mark, I’m really furious!Mark ：You can always buy a cheap bike on eBay.Kate ：Hello … Speaking … You found it! Where was it Is it … Oh, that’s fantastic news!There was a lamp and a basket on it … Right … OK, thank you, I’ll be in tomo rrow morning to pick it up. Unbelievable! This guy found it!Mark ：Brilliant! Was that the policeKate ：Yes. What they said was, someone dumped it outside this guy’s backyard. Mark ：That’s so strange!Kate ：The lamp’s been stolen and the basket.Mark ：Forget about it! You’re lucky to get it back!Outside viewPart1PresenterDodgy deals aren’t the only problems associated with doorstep sellers. Your doorstep presents these unannounced visitors with a real opportunity to undertakedistraction burglary where they often pose as bogus officials to gain access to your home.I’m joined now by Ian Holt, from Thames Valley Police. Ian, just outline for mewhat does distraction burglary actually entailIanHoltWell basically what happens is, somebody uses a story to get inside somebody’s house and then they steal items, usually cash or small items of jewellery.PresenterAnd what are the different techniques that are commonly usedIanHoltWell basically the er … the people that commit this crime move from area to area,er … they will look at an area, they will try and pick a particular target and they can find that by looking at property, it may beer, an uncut garden, it may be repairs that need doing to the property. Something that indicates that there’s, there’s a vulnerable person in there. It … usually, it’s an elderly person that lives there. Is this quite a common problem now I t is becoming more common. T o get it in perspective, of the 14,000 burglaries that were in Thames Valley last year, we hadreported 800 crimes of distraction burglary.But, it … there’s a slight increase this year over last year’s figures.OK, you mentioned some of the victimsbeing elderly. What other people aretargetedWell, unfortunately, with this type of offence, it is the vulnerable in society and the elderly. The, the national average, if there’s such a thing as a, a victim for this type of crime, is a white female aged 81 years.And what about things that people can do to prevent it happening, basicallyWell the things they can do are very, very simple. The difficulty comes, is thatsome of these people, er … it’s very difficult for them to remember what to do.But the three things we, we always say is: stop, chain and check. And that’s stop before you open the door to make sure who’s on the other side. Always apply a chain. If you haven’t got a chain, fit a chain to the door, or a door bar if you’ve got difficulty in handling a chain with arthritic fingers.But also when you answer the door, check the identity of the person there. Generally the offenders say they are from the Water Board or from utilities. They may saythey’re from a charity or even from local authority. But generally, a utility will be in uniform.Ask for their identification. A genuine person will not mind you doing that and will wait until you can check them out. If you do need to check them, phone the numberon, on your last bill. What won’t happen is that if it is a bogus caller, they will become unnerved by this reaction and they will leave.PresenterOK and there’s also a couple of gadgets new on the market that also can help aswell. Just talk us through that.IanHoltCertainly, yes. The … a spy er … viewer is fairly standard. But for elderly whomay have poor eyesight there’s a spyscope which actually makes it a lot easier for them to see who’s outside.As I mentioned before about the door bar, again, it can be easier to apply than the chain. Very reasonable priced er, and something that is fairly new … as I mentioned before it’s very difficult for some of these people to remember what they have todo when they go to the door and that’s why they become victims.And this item is called a Memo Minder and actually you can record a message on there and it’s nice to have a grand-daughter or somebody to record a message, but everytime the person approaches the door it reminds them with a voice to say “Putyour chain on.” Listening inPassage1Patrick ：I read a funny story today in the paper – true story.Steve ：Go on, then.Patrick ：OK. This 72-year old guy stole a pair of trousers from a department store in Paris. Asecurity man saw him and alerted the police and they were waiting for him when hecame out of the shop. The shoplifter started running, but the policeman soon caught up with him. The man thenbit the policeman on his arm several times.Steve ：He bit the policemanPatrick ：Yes – you have to remember, he was 72.Steve ：I’d forgotten that.Patrick ：Problem was, it didn’t hurt the policeman at all, ’cause the guy hadforgotten to put his false teeth in before he left home.Steve ：Very funny!Patrick ：And the moral of the story is –Steve ：Always remember to wear your false teeth if you’re going to bite someone. Patrick ：That’s good. I read a funny crime story the other day. Let’s see … yeah … this guy … this guy robbed a supermarket somewhere in America –I can’t remember where exactly– anyway, he got away with about 4,000 dollars. The next week the local newspaperreported the story but said he’d stolen 6,000dollars. The thief rang the newspaper office to complain. He said, “Look, I only took 4,000 dollars. I’m wondering ifthe supermarket manager took another 2,000 and said I’d taken it. I did not take6,000, I promise you.” Steve ：He was probably telling the truth.Patrick ：He probably was. Anyway, the newspaper managed to keep the guy talkingwhile theyrang the police. And the police traced the call –the guy was ringing from a phone booth – and they arrested him while he was still talking to the newspaper.Steve ：That’s good. Stupid guy! I’ve got another true story … This – this –old guy was in court for some crime – and he fell asleep. His case began and hislawyer stood up and said, “My client pleads not guilty.” The man suddenly wokeup, but wasn’ｔsure what was happening. He jumped up and shouted, “I plead guilty!I plead guilty!” Patrick ：So what happenedSteve ：The judge allowed him to plead not guilty.Patrick ：That’s the best, I think.Passage2。
英语视听说2_Dialogue for unit 2
Dialogue for unit 2A:Good morning, Betty, how was your weekend?B:Well, nothing special. I was in the dorm on Saturday all day and the next day I was in the library. How about you?A:Oh, you knowme, I never stay in dorm on weekends.B: Where were you?A: Well, two of my friends came to Wuhan for fun, so you can guessB: Wow, so you are the guide for them?A: yeah, You are right.B: So, where did you go? To be honest, I don’t tend to visit places on weekends especially in Wuhan.A: Oh, yeah, you are right in a way. We made a plan for our visit, you know, Jianghan Road, Yangtze River, Yellow crane tower, Hubu laneB: Wasn’t it crowded? I can’t imagine the traffic here, that’s terrible let alone on weekends.A:Not so bad, but it was really a sea of people in Hubu lane.B: So, did you have a good time under that condition?A:Umm, yeah. It was of great fun in spite of the sea of people. And we ferried through the Yangtze River.B:That sounds good.How did you feel when you guys ferried through the Yangtze River?A:oh, it was really cool with the wind blowing!But it was fun that some people screamed to show their excitement.B: oh, that’s crazy.A: by the way, what were you doing in the library?doing homework or just reading books?B: well, I am a volunteer in the library, so I was there sorting books .A: what a meaningful experience!B: in my spare time, I also do some reading and I strongly recommendthe book Ihave been reading for youA: oh, what is it?B: gone with wind written by Magrit.A: cool. I think your weekend is rich and meaningful. and do you have any plan this weekend?B: Not yet.A: How about going to Moshan Hill and Wuhan Botanical Garden since it is spring with flowers blossoming together.B: wow, cool! It sounds attractive to me. Oh, the bell is ringing, let’s go to the calss!。
新标准大学英语视听说教程(2)听力原文_Unit+6+New
Unit 6-Conversation 1Janet: What are you reading, Kate?Kate:Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll. Do you know it?Janet: I've heard of it, yes, but I've never read it. It's a 19th century children's story, isn't it?K a te: That's right. It's very famous. It's set in Oxford. It starts with this young girl sitting on a river bank. The interesting thing is, the author, Lewis Carroll, he was an Oxford professor and he used to have tea with the girl's family on this river bank.Ja net: Oh, that's fascinating! I'll put it into my diary. Kate: Is that what you're writing? I know you've been keeping a diary all the year.Janet: It's been a great year. I've had such a good time — so lucky to have Mark and Kate as friends. Feel I've been doing well with work. Much happier about asking questions in tutorials.Janet: My screen's gone dark.Mark: You're using the battery, remember. It's run out, obviously.Janet: It can't be the battery. It's still charged. Oh no it's still black. Oh dear, I hope it's nothing serious. I haven't backed anything up recently.Kate: That's not like you, Janet.Janet:I know, but I lost my memory stick. I really should have backed things up. How stupid of me not to do that! Supposing I've lost everything!Mark: Let me take a look. The power is still on. And also the operating system still seems to be working ... I think it has to be the graphics card ... But maybe that's not the problem ... Janet: If only I'd backed things up!Kate: Relax, Janet! We'll take it to the computer shop this afternoon. I'm sure it'll be OK.Janet: I hope so.Unit 6-Conversation 2Janet: Tell me about Alice in Wonderland.Kate: I tell you what, I'll read it to you.Kate: Alice was beginning to get very tired of sitting by her sister on the bank and having nothing to do: Once or twice, she had peeped into the book her sister was reading, but it had no pictures or conversations in it, "and what is the use of a book," thought Alice, "without pictures or conversation?" So she was considering in her own mind (as well as she could, for the hot day made her feel very sleepy and stupid) ... Janet: Kate, Mark, where are you going? You've got my laptop!Kate: It's all right, Janet, we're taking it to the computer shop. We'll be back soon.Mark: It's not like Janet to forget to back up her work. Kate: She should have been more careful.Janet: It was stupid of me, I know! Stupid, stupid!Janet: Oh! It was a dream! What a relief!Kate: You were talking in your sleep.Janet: What was I saying?Kate: "Stupid, stupid."M ark:I've sorted out your computer.Janet: Have you? Oh, thank goodness! What was the problem?Mark:It was the graphics card, as I predicted ...Janet: Is that what it was! I'm so relieved! Thanks, Mark.Kate: He's great, isn't he?Janet: Yes. So are you, Kate.Kate: You're such a good friend.Unit 6-Outside viewComputers are a very important part of our lives. They tell us about delays to transport. They drive trains, analyze evidence and control buildings. Did you know that 60 per cent of homes in Britain have got a PC (a personal computer)? For many young people, playing computer games is their favorite way of spending spare time. Computers are a very important part of most areas of life in Britain-libraries, the police and in school. But they are becoming more important in our homes as well. They’ll even control the way we live-in “smart homes”or computer-controlled houses. The smart home is now a real possibility. It will become very common. A central computer will adjust the temperature, act as a burglar alarm and switch on lights, ready for you to come back home. And of course you will be able to give new instructions to the computer from your mobile phone. So if your plans change, your home will react to match. Many homes have got lots of televisions and several computers. The smart home will provide TV and Internet sockets in every room, so you’ll be able to do what you want whenever you want. If the temperature outside changes, the smart home will adjust the temperature levels inside. The computer will also close the blinds when it gets dark or to stop so much sun from enteringa room. And if you want to eat when you get home, thecomputer will turn the oven on for you! Are computers taking over our lives? In a survey, 44 per cent of young people between 11 and 16 said their PC was a trusted friend. Twenty per cent said they were happier at their computer than spending time with family or friends. Another survey found that people in Britain spend so much time on the phone, texting and reading emails that they no longer have time for conversation. What do you think about that?Unit 6-Listening inNews ReportUS Scientists have announced the discovery of gravitational waves, which are tiny waves produced by massive objects moving very quickly. Two black holes produced the waves when they crashed into each other about 1.3 billion years ago.A black hole is a place in space where the gravity is so strong1that even light cannot escape. This announcement of the discovery comes a century after Albert Einstein first predicted gravitational waves would exist.The discovery was made possible by using a highly sensitive instrument designed to detect signals of gravitational waves and identify their sources. This discovery proves that there are gravitational waves, and strongly confirms the existence of black holes.With this discovery, scientists are given a new tool to study and understand the universe. The waves could help scientists learn more about what happened immediately after the universe began and how the universe expanded. Scientists hope that they may be able to observe parts of the universe that were previously undetectable.1.What discovery have US scientists made?2.What features do black holes have according to the newsreport?3.Why is the discovery important?Passage 1When you have a biscuit with your cup of tea, do you dunk it? And if so, what’s the perfect way to do it? That’s the subject of today’s Science in Action report. It may be hard to believe but scientists at the University of Bristol have been analyzing this question. And after a two-month study they devised a mathematical formula for dunking biscuits. So no more melting chocolate, or biscuit crumbs in the bottom of your cup, which is the fate of one in four biscuits that are dunked in tea, according to research by a biscuit manufacturer. Doughnut dunkers don’t face the same problems because doughnuts are held together with an elastic net of protein, gluten. This substance allows the doughnut to absorb liquid without breaking down its structure. The structure of a biscuit, however, is held together by sugar which melts when placed in hot tea or coffee.So what is the answer? The researcher, let by Dr. Len Fisher, discovered that holding the biscuit in a horizontal position – or “flat-on”– has a significant effect on the amount of time that a biscuit can stay in hot liquid before falling apart. In fact this horizontal dunking results in a dunking time up to four times longer than traditional vertical dunking.What’s the reason for this? It seems that the answer is related to diffusion, in other words, the length of time it takes for the liquid to penetrate the structure of the biscuit. Basically, it takes longer for the liquid to travel through the channels of a biscuit when it is laid flat on the surface of the liquid. Also the fact that when a biscuit is dunked horizontally, with the biscuit submerged in the liquid, and the chocolate coating staying out of the liquid, the chocolate helps hold the biscuit together. Another factor influencing the equation is the temperature of the tea – the hotter the tea, the faster the sugar melts.Researchers also found that by dunking a biscuit into tea or coffee, up to ten times more flavor is release than it the biscuit is eaten dry. So it’s worth experimenting yourself. If you are wondering how you can perfect the horizontal dunk, the researchers have come up with an idea for a biscuit-holding device to make dunking biscuits easier. They are even mow working on producing a table giving guidelines on dunking times for different types of biscuit. On that note, I think it’s time to go off to the canteen for a tea break! Passage 2Peter: Hey Louise, look at this book about crop circles - some of the photos are absolutely unbelievable.Louise: You don t believe in all that stuff, do you Peter?Peter: I'm not saying I believe in UFOs and things, but some of the formations are fascinating. They’remade up of lots of interconnected circles andgeometrical shapes. You know, in the past few years,there have been more reports of them. The circlesare getting larger and the designs are getting moreintricate... I'm sure that they can't all be man-made.Think about it - they're so complicated, and theyappear at night in the middle of fields of wheatbarley or corn. It’s definitely pretty weird!Louise: I know, but l saw a TV documentary about it, and they showed how a group of hoaxers made anelaborate crop circle in a field at night usingwooden plank, ropes, plastic tubes and a gardenroller. They even fooled some of the people whobelieve in the paranormal-aliens coming down inUFOs and aliens coming down in UFOs andcreating them, and so on.Peter: I'm sure lots of them are created by people just to get publicity but look here-it says, “The firstrecords of crop circles go back as far as the 17thcentury. Since the 1970s there have been over12,000 reports from countries all around the worldincluding Italy, America, South Africa, Australiaand Brazil.” Most reports are from here in Englandthough.Louise: But surely that’s just because they get so muchmedia coverage these days, so more people aremaking them.Peter: Perhaps, but how do you explain the fact that theactual chemical composition of the grains of corpsinside the circles changes? Scientific tests havefound they have a higher protein level. The stems ofthe grains have often been exposed to hightemperatures. And they found that the soil withinthe circles contains more iron than the soil outside.So far, the hoaxers haven't been able to copy allthese features.Louise: Well, I'm not a scientist but I'm pretty sceptical about all these so-called paranormal explanations. Iremember in the programme I watched, theresearchers found signs of human interference, such2as holes in the earth and footprints!Peter: Come on… you must admit, that still leaves a lot which is unexplained!Louise: There's lots of things that are hard to explain but this really...3。
新世纪大学英语视听说教程第一册UINT2主题对话编写
UINT2R:Hi.Alice.Long time no see.How are these days going on?A:Oh,It's you ,Rain!I have to say I have been very busy for a long time.I have an important meeting to prepare,but after Tuesday,it's vacation time!R:Oh,really?That sounds interesting.Could you tell me your plan?A:My classmates and I will go to Haikou for a vacation.R:What is the weather like in Haikou?A:It is usually very hot ,and the temperature is about 30centigrade.Haikou ,the tropical city which is famous for its long coastline,the sunshine and the blue sky.R:Sounds great!What would you do to prepare your vacation?A:T-shirt,sandal and sunglasses are must,what's more,I wouldn't forget the bathing suit!R:Don not forget the sun lotion .It is very important.A:Yes,it can not be innocent.R:Referring to the beautiful beach,I have been a long time not seen it. It must also be the dreaming resort I want to visit.Swimming, surfing and playing beach volleyball are also my dream! I really miss it!A:Referring to the sports ,I hope that the weather would keep fine.R:By the way,Is the expense dear?A:Ah,then ,the best news I will tell you is that the expense will be paid byour school.R:Oh,that is impossible!I do envy your good luck.A:I hope that you could have the same good luck.And how about you, Rain?R:To compare with your plan,my plan is on the contrary.On Wednesday,my family and I will go to Mount Emei.The fresh air attracts me most!According to the visitors from Mount Emei,there are dozens of monkeys that can often be viewed taking food from tourists.A:Oh!That must be interesting!R: Some monkeys may be seen eating human food such as potato chips and even drinking soda from discarded bottles.There is nothing more than looking at this interesting thing can relax yourself to the most!A:According to the news, these days,the raining is keeping disturbing visitors.How is the weather in Mount Emei on Wednesday?R:The weather forecast says that the weather there must be foggy.The mountain must be beautiful in the fog.A:So beautiful! I do wish that you could have a great time in Mount Emei.By the way ,as far as I see,maybe you need an umbrella.R:Oh,yes, thanks for your reminding .And I think that maybe a raincoat is also necessary.A:Don't leave out every important thing.then ,May you a great trip!R:The same to you.。
新标准大学英语视听说教程(2)听力原文_Unit+6+New[精品文档]
Unit 6-Conversation 1Janet : What are you reading, Kate?Kate :Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll. Do you know it?Janet : I've heard of it, yes, but I've never read it. It's a 19th century children's story, isn't it?K a te: That's right. It's very famous. It's set in Oxford. It starts with this young girl sitting on a river bank. The interesting thing is, the author, Lewis Carroll, he was an Oxford professor and he used to have tea with the girl's family on this river bank.Ja net: Oh, that's fascinating! I'll put it into my diary. Kate : Is that what you're writing? I know you've been keeping a diary all the year.Janet : It's been a great year. I've had such a good time — so lucky to have Mark and Kate as friends. Feel I've been doing well with work. Much happier about asking questions in tutorials.Janet : My screen's gone dark.Mark: You're using the battery, remember. It's run out, obviously.Janet : It can't be the battery. It's still charged. Oh no it's still black. Oh dear, I hope it's nothing serious. I haven't backed anything up recently.Kate : That's not like you, Janet.Janet : I know, but I lost my memory stick. I really should have backed things up. How stupid of me not to do that! Supposing I've lost everything!Mark : Let me take a look. The power is still on. And also the operating system still seems to be working ... I think it has to be the graphics card ... But maybe that's not the problem ... Janet : If only I'd backed things up!Kate : Relax, Janet! We'll take it to the computer shop this afternoon. I'm sure it'll be OK. Janet : I hope so.Unit 6-Conversation 2Janet: Tell me about Alice in Wonderland. Kate : I tell you what, I'll read it to you.Kate : Alice was beginning to get very tired of sitting by her sister on the bank and having nothing to do: Once or twice, she had peeped into the book her sister was reading, but it had no pictures or conversations in it, "and what is the use of a book," thought Alice, "without pictures or conversation?" So she was considering in her own mind (as well as she could, for the hot day made her feel very sleepy and stupid) ...Janet : Kate, Mark, where are you going? You've got my laptop!Kate : It's all right, Janet, we're taking it to the computer shop. We'll be back soon.Mark : It's not like Janet to forget to back up her work. Kate : She should have been more careful.Janet : It was stupid of me, I know! Stupid, stupid! Janet : Oh! It was a dream! What a relief!Kate : You were talking in your sleep. Janet : What was I saying? Kate: "Stupid, stupid."M ark : I've sorted out your computer.Janet : Have you? Oh, thank goodness! What was the problem?Mark : It was the graphics card, as I predicted ...Janet : Is that what it was! I'm so relieved! Thanks, Mark. Kate : He's great, isn't he? Janet : Yes. So are you, Kate. Kate : You're such a good friend.Unit 6-Outside viewComputers are a very important part of our lives. They tell us about delays to transport. They drive trains, analyze evidence and control buildings. Did you know that 60 per cent of homes in Britain have got a PC (a personal computer)? For many young people, playing computer games is their favorite way of spending spare time. Computers are a very important part of most areas of life in Britain-libraries, the police and in school. But they are becoming more important in our homes as well. They ’ll even control the way we live-in “smart homes ” or computer-controlled houses. The smart home is now a real possibility. It will become very common. A central computer will adjust the temperature, act as a burglar alarm and switch on lights, ready for you to come back home. And of course you will be able to give new instructions to the computer from your mobile phone. So if your plans change, your home will react to match. Many homes have got lots of televisions and several computers. The smart home will provide TV and Internet sockets in every room, so you ’ll be able to do what you want whenever you want. If the temperature outside changes, the smart home will adjust the temperature levels inside. The computer will also close the blinds when it gets dark or to stop so much sun from entering a room. And if you want to eat when you get home, the computer will turn the oven on for you! Are computers taking over our lives? In a survey, 44 per cent of young people between 11 and 16 said their PC was a trusted friend. Twenty per cent said they were happier at their computer than spending time with family or friends. Another survey found that people in Britain spend so much time on the phone, texting and reading emails that they no longer have time for conversation. What do you think about that?Unit 6-Listening inNews ReportUS Scientists have announced the discovery of gravitational waves, which are tiny waves produced by massive objects moving very quickly. Two black holes produced the waves when they crashed into each other about 1.3 billion years ago. A black hole is a place in space where the gravity is so strong that even light cannot escape. This announcement of the discovery comes a century after Albert Einstein first predictedgravitational waves would exist.The discovery was made possible by using a highly sensitive instrument designed to detect signals of gravitational waves and identify their sources. This discovery proves that there are gravitational waves, and strongly confirms the existence of black holes.With this discovery, scientists are given a new tool to study and understand the universe. The waves could help scientists learn more about what happened immediately after the universe began and how the universe expanded. Scientists hope that they may be able to observe parts of the universe that were previously undetectable.1. What discovery have US scientists made?2. What features do black holes have according to the newsreport?3. Why is the discovery important?Passage 1When you have a biscuit with your cup of tea, do you dunk it? And if so, what ’s the perfect way to do it? That ’s the subject of today ’s Science in Action report. It may be hard to believe but scientists at the University of Bristol have been analyzing this question. And after a two-month study they devised a mathematical formula for dunking biscuits. So no more melting chocolate, or biscuit crumbs in the bottom of your cup, which is the fate of one in four biscuits that are dunked in tea, according to research by a biscuit manufacturer. Doughnut dunkers don ’t face the same problems because doughnuts are held together with an elastic net of protein, gluten. This substance allows the doughnut to absorb liquid without breaking down its structure. The structure of a biscuit, however, is held together by sugar which melts when placed in hot tea or coffee.So what is the answer? The researcher, let by Dr. Len Fisher, discovered that holding the biscuit in a horizontal position – or “flat-on ” – has a significant effect on the amount of time that a biscuit can stay in hot liquid before falling apart. In fact this horizontal dunking results in a dunking time up to four times longer than traditional vertical dunking.What ’s the reason for this? It seems that the answer is related to diffusion, in other words, the length of time it takes for the liquid to penetrate the structure of the biscuit. Basically, it takes longer for the liquid to travel through the channels of a biscuit when it is laid flat on the surface of the liquid. Also the fact that when a biscuit is dunked horizontally, with the biscuit submerged in the liquid, and the chocolate coating staying out of the liquid, the chocolate helps hold the biscuit together. Another factor influencing the equation is the temperature of the tea – the hotter the tea, the faster the sugar melts.Researchers also found that by dunking a biscuit into tea or coffee, up to ten times more flavor is release than it the biscuit is eaten dry. So it’s worth experimenting yourself. Ifyou are wondering how you can perfect the horizontal dunk, the researchers have come up with an idea for a biscuit-holding device to make dunking biscuits easier. They are even mow working on producing a table giving guidelines on dunking times for different types of biscuit. On that note, I think it’s time to go off to the canteen for a tea break!Passage 2Peter:Hey Louise, look at this book about crop circles - some of the photos are absolutely unbelievable.Louise: You don t believe in all that stuff, do you Peter? Peter: I'm not saying I believe in UFOs and things, butsome of the formations are fascinating. They’re made up of lots of interconnected circles and geometrical shapes. You know, in the past few years, there have been more reports of them. The circles are getting larger and the designs are getting more intricate... I'm sure that they can't all be man-made. Think about it - they're so complicated, and they appear at night in the middle of fields of wheat barley or corn. It’s definitely pretty weird!Louise: I know, but l saw a TV documentary about it, andthey showed how a group of hoaxers made an elaborate crop circle in a field at night using wooden plank, ropes, plastic tubes and a garden roller. They even fooled some of the people who believe in the paranormal-aliens coming down in UFOs and aliens coming down in UFOs and creating them, and so on.Peter: I'm sure lots of them are created by people just toget publicity but look here-it says, “The first records of crop circles go back as far as the 17th century. Since the 1970s there have been over 12,000 reports from countries all around the world including Italy, America, South Africa, Australia and Brazil.” Most reports are from here in England though.Louise: But surely that’s just because they get so muchmedia coverage these days, so more people are making them.Peter: Perhaps, but how do you explain the fact that theactual chemical composition of the grains of corps inside the circles changes? Scientific tests have found they have a higher protein level. The stems of the grains have often been exposed to hightemperatures. And they found that the soil within the circles contains more iron than the soil outside. So far, the hoaxers haven't been able to copy all these features.Louise: Well, I'm not a scientist but I'm pretty scepticalabout all these so-called paranormal explanations. I remember in the programme I watched, the researchers found signs of human interference, such as holes in the earth and footprints!Peter: Come on… you must admit, that still leaves a lotwhich is unexplained!Louise: There's lots of things that are hard to explain butthis really...。
英语视听说B2对话终极版
英语视听说B2对话终极版Unit1A:Welcome! What can I get for you?B:May I have a look at the menu, please?A:Sure. Here you are.B:Thank you!A:Are you ready to order?B:Yes. I want a Chicken Sandwich, French Fries and a double hamburger.A:A Chicken Sandwich. Would you like a slice of tomato or lettuce on it?B:Lettuce.A:French fries. Regular or large?B:Regular.A:And a double hamburger. Anything to drink?B:Yes, a cup of apple juice.A:With ice?B:No,thanks.A:Large, medium or small?B:Medium.A:Thirty yuan in all.Would you pay in cash or alipay?B:In cash, please.A:Ok. Wait a minute, please.Unit2Sarah:Good morning. Alice.Alice:Morning.Sarah:I had a wonderful weekend. Yesterday is my roommate Emi's birthday. We went to a cinema to watch a movie.Alice:Wow! What's the story about?Sarah:Zootopia. The movie is interesting.Alice:Oh, I had watched it. The fox Nick is very cool!Sarah:Yes. We agreed with that. After that, we made a birthday cake for her together. Although the cake looks not good. We still eat happily.Alice:Oh. I think Emi must be happy.Sarah:Sure. Then we went to the Yangtse River Bridge and the night is very beautiful.Alice:Wow! It sounds exciting! I have never been there.Sarah:When we got to school, it was very late. We were so tired that we fell asleep quickly.Alice:What a wonderful day!Sarah:How was your weekend?Alice:Boring. I was at dormitory all weekend and do some homework.Sarah:Why not go out to have fun?Alice:You know I was so lazy to go out.Sarah:But I think you should have more contact with something interesting. Alice:I will agree with it if I have a boyfriend.（苦笑）Sarah:You are so humorous. You can go out with us next time.Alice:I'm waiting to that.Unit4A:Sarah, you don't look so good today. What's wrong with you?B:I had a bad cold and I had a sore throat.A:Did you go to see a doctor?B:Yes. This morning I had a fever, so I went to the hospital.A:What did the doctor say?B:He thought I had a sinus infection, so he wrote aprescription.A:Did you take the medicine?B:Sure.A:Remember to take medicine on time.B:I will. Now I feel very tired.A:Let me help you to go upstairs to take a rest.B:Thanks. I really bother you.A:You are so busy recently, you need to take it easy for a few days.B:I know. But the final exam is coming. I must study hard.A:But it is important to have a healthy body.B:Now I know it. The feel of fever is really bad. I will take care of my body.A:That's right. Don't worry about your study, I will help you when you need.B:Thank you. It's kind of you.A:It's my pleasure.Unit5Mum:Honey,we arrive at Wuhan train station, now how could we go to the north gate of CCNU?A:Oh, mum. You need to take the metro line four to get off at Hongshan square. Mum:And then?A:Then you should turn to the metro line two.Mum:Which stop should we get off?A:Guangbutun.Mum:Ok.A:Mum. Remember to go upstairs when you transfer from line four to two. Mum:Ok, got it.A:And you need to go out from exit A.Mum:OK, I see. Can I see the gate after that?A:No. You should walk about 200 meters along you opposite direction. Then you can see that. I will be there.Mum:Ok, I will call you when I arrive.A:Ok, bye.B:Bye.(父母到了北门)A:Oh, mum, here.Mum:Oh, honey!(同学B过来问路)B:Excuse me, can you tell me how to go the GuiXiangYuan canteen.A:Okay, look at that. On the right, you can take the school bus which goes to the South Gate, it passes GuiXiangYuan canteen.B:And when I get off the school bus, I am in front of canteen, right?A:Yes, you can see it. If you want to get to the main door, please keep asking.B:Thank you very much!Unit6A:Alice, are you going to Emi's birthday party?B:Absolutely I will be there.A:I'll be there, too. I think it will be very interesting.B:Are you going to bring a present?A:Of course. Emi is my best friend.B:What will you buy?A:I haven't thought of it yet. But I want to give her a special gift.B:I don't know what I should buy.A:You have a lot of options, such as flowers, card or cake.B:But I don't know what kind of flower does Emi like?A:Her favorite flower is violet.B:Okay, can you go to buy it with me?A:Um…I'm sorry. I'm so busy recently.B:But I don't know where I can buy it.A:Sorry, I don't know either.B:It is a problem.A:Oh, you can't buy it online.B:It sounds very good, I will try it.A:See you next week.B:See you.Unit9Emi:Hi,Sarah, welcome back. You look tired. How was your trip to the Yellow Mountains?Sarah:Oh, it's terrible. I won't go there anymore.Emi:What happened to you?Sarah:I was caught in heavy rain which stopped the operation of the cable car. Emi:What bad luck! You must be feeling awful about that.Sarah:Yes, and that is just the tip of the iceberg. I forgot to book the hotel in advance.Emi:You can book the hotel after you got there.Sarah:That's what I thought then. But when I got there, the hotel was overbooked, I had to stay in the open for the night.Emi:It could have happened to anybody, don't let it bother you.Sarah:That's not the worst. The next morning, I missed the sunrise because of sleepiness.Emi:Oh, what a pity!Sarah:To make matters worse, I broke my ankle while I wasdescending from the mountain.Emi:I am sorry to hear about it, I do hope it's nothing serious.Sarah:Thank you, but my train was delayed for two hours on my way back home.Emi:Oh, at least, you made it.Sarah:Yeah, I did come back.Emi:I thought that I would go to Yellow Mountains next trip. But now I will reconsider.Sarah:If you want to go there, you must book a hotel in advance and take some medicine with you, the most important is to choose a good day.Emi:Thank you for your suggestions, I'll consider.Unit10A:Hello?B:Hello, I found an advertisement from the newspaper that your house is for rent. A:Yes, my house is for rent.B:Can you tell me some information about your house?A:Sure. This is a good location. The subway station and the bus stop are both close. You can get there within several minutes.B:That's convenient.A:Yes. The house is spacious, you can live here with your friends.B:How many bedrooms does it have?A:Two bedrooms. A large one and a smaller one.B:Okay, it has a view of the ocean?A:No, but there are two parks around the house. You can walk the dog in the morning.B:It sounds good, but I don't have pets.A:What a pity!B:How about the kitchen equipment?A:Kitchen facilities are perfect.B:Very good! How about the rent?A:The rent is only 1500 yuan a month.B:Does the rent include utilities?A:No, you must pay for it yourself.B:Okay, I want to know more about the house, how about having a meeting? A:Sure. Any time is OK!B:I'll call you when I have time.A:Ok. Good bye.B:Bye.。
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Unit 1Create a dialogue with your partner according to the following situation:Ordering food at a fast-food restaurant.A:A beef hamburger ,a can of cola and French fries,here you are!Next,please.B:Good afternoon.A:Good afternoon,my customer.What can I get for you?B:Let me see...Um,I would like a hamburger.A:Which kind of hamburger do you want,chicken,beef or fish?B:I don’t like beef or fish.Chicken hamburger is fine.A:Sure,one chicken hamburger.Get it.Anything else?B:Orleans roasted wings,I guess.A:Do you like spicy wings?It’s delicious.B:Spicy wings?I can’t eat spicy food.A:What a pity.Life without spicy food is boring.B:Maybe.A:Would you like something to drink?We have many drinks,such as Cola,Sprite,Fanta and so on. B:Sprite.A:With ice?B:YeahA:More ice or less ice?B:More ice.A:OK,a chicken hamburger,a piece of Orleans roasted wings,a Sprite with more ice.Wait a moment,please.B:How much is these?A:35 yuan.In cash ,credit card or Alipay?B:I have no change.Alipay is okay.A:This is our QR codes.Here you are.Have a nice meal.B:Thanks.Unit 2Create a dialogue with your partner according to the following situation:It’s Monday morning. You meet your friend on your way to the class. You tell yourfriend about your wonderful weekend and ask about his/her weekend.A:Hi,boy.How was your weekend?B:That was my nightmare.I have never experienced such a terrible weekend.A:What happened?B:What didn’t happened.Everything happened last weekend .I was so busy that I had no rest. A:What were you busy with?B:On Saturday morning I had my mid-term exam.Then, I went to New Oriental for my TOEFL train course.On Sunday morning I participated in the football match and on Sunday afternoon and evening I was doing my homework.A:Oh my God! Why did you take part in so many activities?B:I wanna improve my English and I really love football.A:As your friend ,I advise you to take part in less activities.B:Thank you.How was your weekend?A:My weekend?Oh,that was fantastic.B:What did you do?Did you go for a travel?A:Yeah,I went to a big city!B:A big city?Where?Beijing or Shanghai.A:Beijing.B:Who did you go with?A:Nobody.Just myself.B:How did you went to Beijing, by air or railway?A:By air.It’s really cheap because I booked the ticket early.B:Where did you stay ?A:I stayed at my high school classmate’s dormitory.B:Cool!If I have an available weekend ,I’ll go for a travel.A:We can travel together.Unit 4Create a dialogue with your partner according to the following situation:You meet your friend in front of the resident hall (学生宿舍楼). He/She went tosee a doctor just now and still looks pale.•So you ask about his/her sickness and the treatment given by the doctor.•Then you offer to help when needed.•And finally, you ask your friend to take a good rest and not to worry aboutclasses.A:Hi,boy.You look pale.B:I know.I feel terrible.I went to see a doctor just now.A:Are you ill?B:Yes,I am.I have a fever.A:Oh,so hot!What treatment did the doctor give you?B:He gave me some medication.A:What kind of medication?B:Azithromycin.A kind of antibiotic.A:Just these?Anything else?B:He asked me to take it for three days.A:If you are still ill three days later,remember to tell me.I will go to the hospital with you.B:OK,I remember it.A:Whenever you feel terrible,send a message to me.I am always online for you.B:Thousands of thanks.A:That’s all.right.We are good friends.B:Best friends.A:I know you are very busy but health is the most important thing what we have.So I sincerely advise you to take it easy for a few days.B:I know you are right but I...A:Now go to bed and sleep.I will write a excuse for your absence from class.B:Are you sure?A:I’m sure.Forget your class,your homework,your club,your par-time job.Just relax yourself.B:OK.I will go to bed at once.A:Hope you escape from illness early.Have a good rest.B: Bye.Unit 5Create a dialogue with your partner according to the following situation:May Day is coming but you are not going home. Your Mom/Dad misses you verymuch, so she/he is going to see you at your university. Tell her/him how to get toNorth Gate of CCNU by subway from Wuhan Train Station.When you meet your Mom/Dad at the gate, one student, who is studying atWuhan University, asks you the way to Guixiangyuan Canteen to meet his/her friends.Please tell him/her how to get there.A:Hi,Dad,what’s up?B:May Day is coming.Are you going to come back home?Your mother is always missing you.A:I’d love to but I’m sorry.I am too busy to go home.B:We know you are very busy.So now your mother and I plan to go to Wuhan to see you.A: Are you sure?B:Of course.What you need to do is to tell me how to arrive at the north gate of your school from Wuhan Train Station.A:Find a sticky note and a pen,Dad.First of foremost,arrive at the subway station of Wuhan Train Station.Take NO.4 subway to Hongshan Square.B:Hongshan Square.A:Yeah.Secondly,take NO.2 subway in Hongshan Square and get off in Guangbutun.Be careful.Don’t be in wrong way.B:How long will we spend in the subway?A:Around fifty minutes.I guess.B:Get it.A:Dad ,I am here.C:Excuse me,I am a student of Wuhan University.My friend is waiting for me in Guixiangyuan Canteen but I don’t know how to get there.Could you help me ?A:Sure.Walk straight in Huanshanibei Road.Turn left when you see a stone.Then walk along in Guibei Road.C:What is the stone like?A:There are some words on it.When you needn’t walk uphill....C:Uphill?Must I walk uphill?A:You have no choice.When you needn’t walk uphill,turn right and walk straight in Guizhong Road.The Guixiangyuan Canteen is in the end of the road.C:Thanks a million.A:CCNU is so small that you will get to the canteen soon and you won’t be lost.C:I remember.Unit 6Choose one as your topic to create a dialogue.Situation1:Student A is invited to a birthday party or to a farewell party next week, A asksStudent B ifhe or she is going to go there, too and talk about what presents to bring.Situation 2:Student A and student B talk about their weekend plans, then they find that theyboth have got the same invitation to one of the following parties.• A dinner party• A surprise party• A birthday party• Wedding• A farewell party• Baby showerWe chose Situation 1.A:Hell,my friend.Tomorrow is Monday.What are you going to do next week?B:Um...I got an invitation to a party yesterday.A:A party?Which kind of party?Whose party?B:It’s Yan Ting’s birthday party.A:Oh,next Saturday is her birthday.B:Yeah.But I don’t know what present to bring.A:Let me see...Most girls love dolls.You can buy a cloth doll to bring.B:A cloth doll?She is not a kid.A:Em...How about a CD?You can ask which singer she like and buy a CD.B:Good idea.I know she likes Big Bang.How much is Big Bang’s CD?A:Around 100 yuan.B:Are you kidding?So expensive!Unbelievable!A:You mean you can’t afford it?B:Of course.I am poor,no money.A:What about a book?B:I know she likes Beidao.A book is cheap.A:To a student of the department of Chinese Language and Literature,a book is the best choice as birthday present.B:Thank you.I will go to the book store at once.A:Shopping online is better.It cost less money.B:I agree with this.Unit 9Create a dialogue according to the following situation.·You have just come back from a four-day trip to the Yellow Mountains.·During the four days:—you were caught in heavy rain which stopped the operation of the cable car.—You had to stay in the open for the night because the hotel was overbooked.—You missed the sunrise because you were too sleepy and you broke your anklewhile you were descending from the mountain.—Finally the rain was delayed for two hours on your way back home.·Now you are complaining to a friend who is also planning a trip there in thecoming week.A:Good evening.Welcome back.B:Good evening.A:Where have you been to?B:The Yellow Mountain.A:Coincidence.I am going to go to the Yellow Mountain next week.You look very tired.B:I have just escaped from my four-day-long trip.I have never experience a more terrible trip. A:You feel terrible.What happened?B:What didn’t happen?A:What’s up?B:On first day I was caught in heavy rain which stopped the operation of the cable car.On second day I had to stay in the open for the night because the hotel was overbooked.A:That’s annoying.How poor you are.B:And on third day I missed the sunrise because I was too sleepy and I broke my anklewhile I were descending from the mountain.A:Are your ankle okay now?B:No.On forth day the rain was delayed for two hours on my way back home.A:Everything bad has gone.Now you are home.You need to take a rest for some days.B:I think so.But I have classes tomorrow morning.A:At least you can have a rest this evening.B:Just a evening.I sincerely advise you not to go to the Yellow Mountain.A:Why?B:You can’t imagine how many people are in the Yellow Mountain.A:Maybe you are right.I need to make a new plan.B:Remember my advice.A:I will.Have a good rest.B:See you tomorrow.A:See you.Unit 10Choose one as your topic to create a dialogue.Situation 1:You are going to move off campus and looking for a room which is quiet and nottoo expensive. You found an ad from the newspaper about the house for rent. Nowyou are calling or visiting the landlord.Situation 2:Student A is living in the college Dorm on campus, but his classmate Student Bshares an apartment outside the campus with another student from other college. BothA and B are discussing the relative advantages and disadvantages of the two ways ofliving.We chose Situation 1.A:Speaking.B:This is Zhao speaking.Who is that?A:Hello,Mr.Zhao.I am Yan,a student of CCNU.B:Hello,what can I help you with?A:I want to move off my campus.I found an ad from the newspaper about the house for rent. B:Get it .Could you tell me your requirements?A:Sure.A room which is quiet and not too expensive.B:I have three rooms which are quiet and cheap.One is in Jianxing Community,which is in Zuodaoquan Road.It has a bedroom and a washroom,1100 yuan a month.A:Good.B:Another is in Huaya Student Apartment,which is in Fuquan Road.It has a bedroom,a kitchen and a wash room,1400 yuan a month.A:A little expensive.B:The third is in Yulanyuan Community,near to the south gate of CCNU.It has a bedroom and a washroom.1200 yuan per month.A:Which is the quietest?B:The third.A:1200 yuan per month.A little expensive.B:You know rents are going up in Wuhan.The third is the nearest to CCNU.I think it’s suitable to you.A:Maybe.Are you free now?I want to have a look at rooms.B:Yes,I am.One hour later,the south gate of CCNU.I will take you look the third first.A:Okay.B:I bet you will love it.A:See you.B:Bye.。