听力原文: Like hundreds before them, a team of 10 Americans arrived at the second of four base camps on Mt. Everest this week. But tike few others, this one had a goal of making history.
That' s because one of its members is 32 - year - old Erik Weihenmeyer, who hopes to become the first blind man to clear the famed 29,035 -foot peak.
Weihenmeyer has been blind since age 13, having lost his sight to a rare disease called retinoschisis. But despite his lack of sight, the Denver, Colo. , man has still managed to turn himself into a world - class adventurer -- a certified sky and scuba diver who also competes in long - distance bi king and marathon running, as well as skiing and mountain eering. In 1995, he scaled North America' s highest peak, Mt. McKinley; in 1997, he topped Mt. Kilimanjaro, and in January 1999, he summited Argentina' s Aeoneagua, the tallest mountain in South America. Weihenmeyer has climbed mountains using a system he devised himself. He works with two long adjustable trekking poles -- leaning on one and scanning in front of him with another. He' ll also use his sense of hearing, listening to footsteps around him and a hell tied to the climber ahead of him. But Weinhenmeyer says he' ll also be a real part of the team. He says he's strong, and can contribute by carrying loads, setting up tents and building up snow walls. Weihenmeyer says he wants to climb the highest peak on all seven continents -- but he says he' s no daredevil. Still, Weibenmeyer admits to sealy moments. One of the worst was on an open ridge on Mt. McKinley, where a miscalculation of a few inches could have meant death. The lessons are only part of the reason Weinhenmeyer wanted to climb Everest. He says he' s wanted to take on the mountain for a long time. The folklore surrounding the mountain, all the famous tales --" You read a bout it from such an early age. It' s cool to be part of it," he said.. There' s the bonus of feeling of the sun on your face, and sensing the height of where you are, from the sound and the space around you. That blindness is also a reason he' s climbing. He' s being supported by the National Federation for the Blind, an activist organization seeking to change the way people think about blindness. But Weihenmeyer also recognizes that a good part of his climb is for himself.
Weibenmeyer' s team will attempt to summit Everest via the southeast ridge route pioneered by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay 47 years ago. The team attempted to summit the 22,486 foot Mount Ama Dablam, in the Everest region in Nepal last year, but had to withdraw because of bad weather. In May 1998, a disabled American climber, Tom Whittaeker, who has an artificial leg, climbed Everest.
Why did the team of 10 Americans had a goal of making history?
A.Because it is the first team that topped Mt. Everest.
B.Because all of the members of the team are blind men except Erik Weihenmeyer.
C.Because one of its members is Erik Weihenmeyer, who hopes to become the first blind man to clearthe famed Mt. Everest.
D.Because all of the members of the team are old men who are eager to climb the famed peak.
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听力原文:Man: Now let's have some tea. How do you like your tea, Mrs. White, strong or weak?
Woman: Not too strong, please, and one lump of sugar. I like my tea rather sweet, but my husband prefers his without sugar.
Q: How does the woman like her tea?
(2)
A.Without sugar.
B.Strong.
C.Slightly sweetened.
D.Weak.
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听力原文:M: Hello, everyone. We're talking about Stella Hampton, famous Hollywood actress. Before the break, we were talking about your life, Stella, before you became a big star.
W: Yes... Oh, but do we have to?
M: Well, I think it's interesting. And I think our listeners will find it interesting, too. I mean, you didn't become a big star overnight. You struggled for many years.
W: You can say that again.
M: Tell us a little about it.
W: Oh, yes. I think I must have worked twenty or thirty different jobs.
M: Really?
W: Sure! I couldn't find work as an actress for many years, so I had to do something. You have to eat, right?
M: What kind of jobs did you have?
W: A little bit of everything: I worked as a waitress, in a department store, painting houses... I think I got fired from most of those stores.
M: Oh, yeah? Come on, tell us a few stories.
W: This is so embarrassing... Well, I remember I worked for a big department store in the hats department. It was so boring. We never had any customers during the day, and that's when I worked. When I got sleepy, I used to lie down under the hat racks and take an occasional nap.
M: What happened?
W: Well, one day I got caught by my boss. And I got fired on the spot. Then there was the time I decided to paint house. It turned out that I was allergic to the paint. And my body was so sore after working the first day that I could hardly get out of the bed the next day. I couldn't take the physical work. I got fired again.
M: Any other war stories?
W: Well... you are not going to believe this, but I actually drove a taxi for a few days. I got hired as a cab driver.
M: No! You?
W: Yes. I was desperate and thought I could make good tips. I needed the money at the time. Unfortunately, it didn't lust.
M: Fired?
W: Yes. How did you guess? On my third day, I hit a pole. No one was hurt in the accident —my passenger was fine — but it scared me to death. That was the end of my career as a driver.
M: Well, Stella, thank you for sharing those details with us. It's a good thing you made it as an actress! After the commercial break, we'll talk more with Stella about her new movie that's being released in September.
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A.When she was working in a department store.
B.When she was working for a painting house.
C.When she was working in a taxi company.
D.When she was working as an actress in Hollywood.
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听力原文:M: The Students' English Club is having a party on Saturday night. Would you like to come?
W: I would like to, but I have to work at a restaurant on the weekend.
Why does the woman refuse to go the party?
A.Because she has got an appointment.
B.Because she doesn't want to.
C.Because she has to work.
D.Because she wants to eat in a new restaurant.
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听力原文:M: Does it bother you if I have the ball game on? I can use headphones if you like.
W: Actually a little peace and quiet would be nice. At least until I finish this chapter.
Q: What does the woman imply?
(14)
A.She'll go to the game later.
B.Noise disturbs her when she's reading.
C.She prefers to use headphones.
D.The man should turn off the radio.
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听力原文:W: Let me get you some coffee or tea, or would you rather have something cold, like Coca Cola?
M: Well, there's nothing like water when the weather's hot.
Q: Which drink does the man prefer?
(18)
A.Coffee.
B.Tea.
C.Water.
D.Coca-Cola.
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听力原文:Would you rather have something to eat before the show, or would you prefer eating later?
(A) Sure, I'd love to.
(B) Either way is fine with me.
(C) I'll have something to eat.
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A.
B.
C.
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听力原文:M: That suitcase looks very heavy, Mrs White. Would you like me to carry it for you?
W: No, it's quite all right. I can manage. Thank you for offering, though.
Q: How does Mrs Smith respond?
(13)
A.She says she doesn't mind if the man carries the case.
B.She is angry when the man offers to carry the case.
C.She refuses the help.
D.She thanks the man and accepts his offer.
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听力原文:A: Can we eat somewhere else? Very few small restaurants like this serve good food.
B: I know, but there isn't anywhere else in this town. Look! The waiter is coming over for our order.
What do they think about the restaurant?
A.The service there is not good.
B.The food might not be good.
C.The waiter is not hospitable.
D.The restaurant is too small.
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听力原文:M: That suitcase looks very heavy, Mrs White. Would you like mc to carry it for you?
W: No, it's quite all right. I can manage. Thank you for offering, though.
Q: How does Mrs White respond?
(13)
A.She says she doesn't mind if the man carries the case.
B.She is angry when the man offers to carry the case.
C.She refuses the help.
D.She thanks the man and accepts his offer.
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听力原文:W:Would you mind if we discuss tomorrow's agenda before dinner this evening? We are simply running out of time.
M:Not at all. I certainly don't want to talk about it during our meal.
Q:When will they probably discuss the agenda?
(18)
A.Before dinner.
B.During dinner.
C.Right after dinner.
D.The next day.
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听力原文:M: Do you know that Chinese first played football hundreds of years ago?F: But now the Europeans play it well.
What does the woman think?
A.She thinks the Japanese first got to know how to play football.
B.She doesn't think football came from China.
C.She thinks the Europeans play football better.
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听力原文:M: Hi, Rachel, I want to travel around Europe this summer. Would you like to be my partner?
W: Oh, travel around Europe? That's crazy! Let me think about it.
What does Rachel think about the man?
A.She thinks he is crazy.
B.She doesn't like his idea.
C.She approves of his idea.
D.She thinks he should stay at home.
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听力原文:M: I really like those abstract paintings we saw in the exhibition today. What did you think?
W: I guess it's something I haven't acquired a taste for yet.
What does the man imply?
(18)
A.He has no taste for art.
B.He didn't go to the exhibition.
C.He didn't like the paintings.
D.The paintings are too abstract.
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听力原文:M: Chinese restaurant or Italian? I like them both, but it is just too hard to make a choice.
W: Either one will do for me. You should make a quick decision because I'm not going to wait for you to make up your mind.
Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?
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A.Hurry up and make the decision.
B.Hurry up and make a reservation.
C.Choose a Chinese restaurant.
D.Go to both restaurants since both are good.
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听力原文:W: I'd like to read something that's interesting but doesn't require too much concentration.
M: What you need is a good mystery.
Q: What does the man mean?
(13)
A.The woman would enjoy reading a mystery.
B.He isn't interested in reading.
C.He needs something to read, too.
D.History books require concentration.
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听力原文:W: Have you heard about the plane crash yesterday? It caused a hundred and twenty deaths. I'm never at ease when taking a flight.
M: Though we often hear about air crashes and serious casual deeds, flying is one of the safest ways to travel.
Q: What do we learn from this conversation?
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A.The woman never travels by plane.
B.Both speakers feel nervous when flying.
C.The man thinks traveling by air is quite safe.
D.The speakers feel sad about the serious loss of life.
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听力原文:W: Dr. Steven, I am thinking about changing my major before the end of the freshman year..
M: What are you studying now?
W: l am taking three general courses and American history and American literature this semester. Last semester I took four requirements and freshman French.
M: I believe it's not too late to change your major because you've mainly taken general requirements which all freshmen have to take. Also we have twelve electives so the two literature courses will be included in them, so you can change your major without losing any credit hours.
W: I am very happy to know I am still able to change my major. I am interested in writing newspaper articles, and after finishing my degree I would like to work for some newspaper firm.
M: Oh, I think you will be a good writer.
W: Dr. Steven, when do students start practical training?
M: They don't begin practical training in reporting until the sophomore year. Journalism normally is taken in the freshman year as a general background course.
W: I see. I will take the course next semester. Thank you, very much for your help.
M: You're welcome. I look forward to seeing you in my department.
How many courses did the woman take last semester?
A.3.
B.4.
C.5.
D.6.
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听力原文:In southern Italy today, a six-story apartment building collapsed before dawn. As
听力原文: In southern Italy today, a six-story apartment building collapsed before dawn. As many as ninety people were inside. Some people were rescued but many people were trapped in the rubbles and fourteen people are confirmed to be dead.
Where did the disaster probably happen?
A.In southern Italy.
B.In southern Germany.
C.In southern Iran.
D.In southern Iraq.
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听力原文:W:You ought to write to Eleanor.She's been sick and she does so like to get letters.
M:All right.I have been busy,but I shouldn't have neglected her.
Q:What do we learn about Eleanor?
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A.She likes to write letters.
B.She hasn't seen her friends lately.
C.She is eager to get man's cares.
D.She lives together with the two speakers.
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听力原文:W: I went to a classical art exhibition yesterday. It is really abstract. Do you like modem art?
M: I certainly do, yet not so much as the pop music.
Q: What kind of art does the man prefer?
(2)
A.The man likes the classical art in a higher degree.
B.The man likes the modem art better.
C.The man likes neither modem nor classical art.
D.The man likes both modem and classical art.
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听力原文:Like Malaysia, Indonesia is a traditional honor-oriented society. There is strong
听力原文: Like Malaysia, Indonesia is a traditional honor-oriented society. There is strong in-group loyalty including family, friends, and members of the same ethnic group. This is the basis for widespread favoritism in the economy.
Indonesians value large families, with extended families living together and supporting one another. However, increasing urbanization and the need to move to find employment is breaking up this interdependence and extended family living.
Harmony and respect characterize the relations among people, Conflict is avoided as values and behavior. in all aspects of life are directed towards smooth relations with others. People of low ranks do not make decisions; there is a wait-and-see attitude until senior managers reveal what the decision is.
The best time of year to schedule business trips to Indonesia is between February and June, and again between September and early December. July and August axe vacation months for Indonesians who can afford to travel.
Both Malay and Chinese Indonesians respect age, status and position. You should be equally sensitive to those factors at meetings and in social engagements associated with business. Defer to older people by standing when they enter and letting them sit down first. If a meeting involves a very senior Indonesian, it is respectful that your organization has a very senior person available to attend.
You should be punctual at all time even though your Indonesian counterparts may not be Indonesians generally shake hands all round and give a slight bow of the head. You should do the same. They smile a lot, but this does not necessarily have a positive meaning.
What breaks up Indonesians' extended family living?
A.Change of family values.
B.Increase of urbanization.
C.Charm of being mobile
D.Pressure of changing houses.
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听力原文: Uzbekistan's government said on Tuesday troops had killed "terrorists" not civilians to quell unrest, contradicting witnesses who said they shot hundreds of protesters, including women and children.
An Uzbek opposition party said it had compiled a list of 745 people killed. Witnesses and a human rights activist in the eastern town of Andizhan have put the death toll at about 500.
The unrest, sparked by the trial of 23 Muslim businessmen and blamed by Karimov on Islamic extremists, was the bloodiest chapter in Uzbekistan's post-Soviet history.
Uzbekistan' s prosecutor general said rebels killed 159 people, including three women and two children. It previously said 10 policemen were killed and "many more" rebels.
Residents and a local human rights activist say the rebellion was staged by locals protesting against poverty, corruption and Karimov' s hard line against Muslims.
According to the government source, the unrest was sparked by ______
A.Islamic extremists protesting against poverty
B.the trial of 23 Muslim businessmen
C.the rebellion against Karimov ' s hard line against Muslims
D.rite opposition party protesting against corruption
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听力原文:M: I bought a few books in the new bookstore. Would you like to have a look at them?
W: A few? It looks like you bought out the bookstore.
Q: What does the woman mean?
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A.She didn't like the books the man bought.
B.There wasn't a large selection at the bookstore.
C.The man bought a lot of books.
D.She wanted to see what the man bought.
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听力原文:W: Would you like some hot coffee or tea M: I like them both, but I’d rather have听力原文:W: Would you like some hot coffee or tea M: I like them both, but I’d rather have something cold. Q: What does the man want to drink ()
A.Something col
D..
B.Coffee
C.TeA
D.Both coffee and teA.