听力原文：W: Many Chinese students just don't open their mouth to say anything in a classroom.

M: I agree. People like bankcards because they offer greater safety and convenience than personal checks. Q: What can be inferred from the conversation？ (20) A．A merchant doesn't know the balance before completing a sale. B．No security system has yet been devised for personal checks. C．A personal check is secure at the check stand. D．The clerk can examine all the bankcards.

听力原文： For many years, T-shins were simple short-sleeved undershirts for men and boys. T-shirts used to be of one color--white. And since they were mom under shirts, they were generally not seen. Today the T-shirt has become fashionable. It can be seen everywhere and on everyone. Women and little children wear T-shirts as teenagers, university students, and men from all walks of life. T-shirts are worn on playground, at the beach or in town. They can also be worn for work. Yet T-shirts remain relatively inexpensive and long wearing, a.s well as easy to care for. [29]Smart but comfortable and convenient to wear, they have be- come one of America's newest ideas of fashion. Although T-shirts are now available in a wide variety of bright materials and styles, [30]the most popular kind is the traditional cotton T-shirts with a slogan or picture printed on the front. As T-shirts are becoming more and more popular, [31]new designs are coming up all the time. (30) A．T-shirts feel soft and wash well. B．T-shirts are smart and comfortable. C．T-shirts go well with trousers. D．T-shirts are suitable for evening wear.

M: It's coming along. But I've been staring at the computer screen for hours and my eyes hurt. W: Yeah Typing the words on the screen really make your eyes dry and tired. You should take a break. M: I can't. The deadline is approaching. W: You know, I read about computers and eye problems recently. The article says that they are usually caused by not blinking your eyes enough. M: Blinking？ I thought I just needed new glasses. W: when you blink, the movement of closing and opening your eyes, even though it happens really fast relaxes your eyes. M: That makes sense. W: People using computer tends to stare at the screen and blink less often than they normally would. M: That is what I am doing. And I am suffering from the dry eyes. W: That is one of the typical symptoms. M: But what does it have to do with the computer？ W: The article I read about the office workers found that the workers averagely blink 22 times a minute when relaxed But just 7 times a minute while looking at the text on a computer screen. M: Wow That's quite a difference. W: Yeah. So you need to blink your eyes and take a break from the computer M: I wonder if using some kind of eye-drops will make me feel better. W: That might help.But the best prescription is to take a break and rest your eyes M: Ok. Let's go get some coffee. I can finish this later tonight. (23) A．Something goes wrong with his computer. B．He can not finish the documents in time. C．The computer screen is hurting his eyes. D．He can not understand the article.

M: Hi, Sally, this is Phil. W: Great to hear from you Phil! How have you been doing？ M: To tell you the truth, I'm very worried about our final examinations next month. For one thing, I can't sleep. W: I sympathize! I went through the same thing last year. M: That's exactly why I'm calling you. Do you have any suggestions for coping with anxiety？ You know how I hate exams! W: Well, last year the university offered a stress-management course at about this time. Have you been in contact with the student health services？ M: No, I haven't had time! W: Funny, isn't it？ Just when students need help most, we can't afford the time to get it! M: Well, perhaps I should find out more about this stress-management course. Things have got to get better! W: I suggest you call the health services tomorrow. They open at nine a. m. M: Thanks, ally. I'll let you know how it goes. W: Best of luck! And have a good night's sleep! M: That's easier said than done! (20) A．Anxiety. B．Truth. C．Sympathy. D．Time.

M: Well; Mr. Smith seems to be the wrong person to head that department. One more wrong step and he will be removed from that office. Q: What can we learn from the conversation？ (16) A．Mr. Smith will be replaced if he makes another mistake. B．Mr. Smith is an admirable chief of the Asian department. C．Mr. Smith's department is more successful than ail the others. D．Mr. Smith is seldom in his office.

M: Good morning. I hope I can answer your questions. W: Are people in rich countries happier than people in not-so-rich countries？ M: Well, I would say there is a relationship between national wealth and well-being. In other words, the economic wealth of a country does appear to reflect the overall well-being of its citizens. W: Does it mean that rich people in a country are happier than poor people？ M: In some poor Countries, satisfaction with one's financial situation does affect happiness. But once people are able to afford the basic necessities of life; having more money doesn't necessarily make them happier. W: What about rich places like Europe and United States？ Are income and happiness related？ M: Very little. Rich people are only slightly happier than the average citizen. W: I'm always wondering whether winning a lottery can bring happiness. M: Well, as a matter of fact, various studies show that lottery winners only get temporary joy. W: I guess wealth is like health. If you don't have your health or if you're extremely poor, you will be miserable. M: Yes, that's true. Happiness is wanting what we have rather than getting what we want. W: That's a nice way of putting it. In your opinion, do people become happier as their countries be come richer？ M: Well, if I take the case of the United States, from 1957 to 1996, the proportion of people who said that they were very happy declined from 35% to 30%. But during that same period, the average income per person in the United States doubled. W: So, you mean that a steady increase in a country's prosperity does not mean an increase in its people's happiness. M: That's right. What does the woman do？ A．A teacher of economics. B．A professor of studying happiness. C．A consultant on economic affairs. D．A specialist in political science.

M: To tell you the truth, I don't think much of them. Q: What does the man feel about the situation comedies？ (15) A．He doesn't think about them. B．He likes them very much. C．He thinks they arc not as good as many people expected. D．He doesn't like them.

M Yes, I'm just waiting on some posters. I should get them after lunch so I can do a run-through of the presentation tonight. Have you seen the cover of the novel？ It's fantastic. W I know, it's the best one of the series. Where are you guys going to start promoting it first？ M We're going to start in New York then visit the major cities along the East Coast. There's so much anticipation, we're scheduling stops in Europe and Asia too. What will the man promote？ A．A play B．A novel C．A rock singer D．An art exhibit

M: I'll try, ma'am, but on Wednesday the kitchen staff leave at midnight. Q: Where does the conversation probably take place？ (15) A．In a bar. B．In a restaurant. C．In a hotel. D．In a grocer' s.

M: I usually am, but I thought I could make it before the light changed. Why did the man receive a ticket？ A．He was speeding. B．He ran a red light. C．He went through a stop sign. D．He turned a comer too fast.

What does the statement mean？ A．Many people are concerned about their security. B．Social security bears no relation to population. C．Most social security problems are caused by a few people. D．Too many people may result in social security problems.

M: Not many I know. But I am not sure yet which one to choose. W: You seem to have doubts about the State University. But its biology department has good facilities all the biology majors want. M: Yeah. They aim have internship for seniors. But a friend told me that for the first two years some lectures had a hundred and fifty students. You probably wouldn't get to know any of your teachers. W: Well, you might actually because those classes also have small discussion sections twice a week which have no more than twenty students. M: I know. But I've heard they were usually taught by graduate students. At White Stone College all classes are taught by professors. W: What about studying？ Do you prefer a small town like White Stone or a bigger place like the state capital？ M: That doesn't matter to me. What I do care about is getting individual attention from the faculty and making friends. W: Look, I've known you for four years now, and you seem to be a pretty out-going person. I don't think yon'Il have any trouble making friends at State University. It sounds to me like you are leaning toward White Stone though. M: I am. The only problem is that the white Stone's tuition fee is really high and I'm not sure I can afford it. W: You could still apply for a student loan or sign up for a work-study program. M: yeah, I think I'll look into that. Why did the man go to see the woman？ A．To apply for a student loan. B．To discuss a decision he has to make. C．To ask for a letter of recommendation. D．To find out which colleges accepted him.

M: You're welcome to use our dictionaries,but they must not be taken out of the library.Would't it be better if you had one of your own？ Q: What does the man suggest the woman do？ (15) A．Buy a dictionary for herself. B．Take a dictionary out of the library. C．Use whatever dictionaries in the library. D．Borrow a dictionary from Professor Smith.

M: What is that？ W: It's a flee card which allows our customers to receive special discounts. You simply need to fill out our membership application form. M: No, thank you. I'm a little pressed for time. W: How will you be paying for that？ Will that be cash or credit？ M: I think I'll pay with my card. W: OK. Is that a credit card or a debit card？ M: I'm sorry. I don't understand your question. What is the difference？ W: A credit card bills you once a month; a debit card deducts the money directly from your bank account. M: Well, this is an ATM card issued by my bank. It's connected to my bank account. Can I use that？ W: Sure, that's a kind of debit card. Please press the button marked "DBT" and swipe your card through the machine. M: OK. And now what do I do？ W: Please enter your pin number, the identification number which verifies your identity. M: OK. And now？ W: Paper or plastic？ M: I'm sorry？ What did you say？ W: I'm going to pack your groceries. What kind of bags would you like, paper or plastic？ M: Plastic, please. Wow, you really have to make a lot of decisions in an American grocery store. (20) A．Apply immediately with any credit card. B．Fill out the membership application form. C．Pay a membership fee. D．Buy certain items in the store.

M: What have you done during your previous study time？ Q: What does the man imply？ (13) A．She has wasted much study time. B．She sleeps too much. C．Staying up is bad for health. D．She is an excellent student.

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.

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？ (8) 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.

M: Me too. Take it easy. I consider it a natural human response. You just need time and practice. Practice makes perfect. Q: What does the man mean？ (17) A．She should follow the human nature. B．Strangers are nothing to be afraid of. C．Feeling nervous is nothing improper. D．She should accept strangers' presents naturally.

M: No, I'm not. I'm afraid of breaking my neck. So I'd rather be a bus commuter. Q: Why won't the man learn to drive？ (15) A．Because driving is too dangerous. B．Because buying a car is too expensive. C．Because getting a driver's licence is too difficult. D．Because taking a bus is more convenient.

M: Thank you. As you can see, little by little, Americans are turning to solar power, tapping the strength of the sun for energy. W: Yeah, that's true. Sunlight has already been used for heating or cooling homes and office buildings in the sunny south. M: Experts say all signs point to the birth of the solar energy industry. Right now, an increasing number of companies are selling solar collector panels to heat and cool homes or to heat water. The glass and metal panels each cost from ＄100 to more than ＄500, and the three or four-bedroom home usually requires a dozen or more. They look like sandwiches. They are usually placed in rooftops. Nobody knows how many have been sold, and in addition, many people have built their own units. It has been estimated that solar power equipment will be a $1.3 billion industry by 1995, and more than a million homes will use sunlight for heat, air conditioning or to generate electricity, both in the cities and in countryside. W: Wow! That is really big business. What do we learn about the use of solar energy in the U. S. ？ A．It is very well established. B．It is relatively new. C．It is found in one million homes. D．It is being rapidly expanded.

M: Well, we'll need to have much food for the party. But I don' t have much time to cook these days. What does the woman suggest？ A．He'll go and find some cooks. B．Ask the guests to bring their favorite foods, C．He can cook for the party. D．They may just prepare the main course and ask the guests to bring other dishes.

M: Actually, only a few are like that. Most students are too busy studying to have time to cause trouble. Q: What does the man imply？ (17) A．He doesn't want Jenny to get into trouble. B．He doesn't agree with the woman's remark. C．He thinks Jenny's workload too heavy at college. D．He believes most college students are running wild.

听力原文：W: 45-21-64. Bonjour(French). M: Is that the Saint Martine Hotel？ W: Oui(French). Yes, it is. Can I help you？ M: Have you got a double room for the night of 23rd July？ W: One moment please. I'll just have a look. Yes, we have got a double room on that date. M: Has it got a double bed or two singles？ W: Two singles, monsieur, M: And is that with or without bath？ W: It's a room with shower and toilet, monsieur. M: That sounds fine. Is there a TV？ W: Could you repeat that, please？ M: Is there a color television in the room？ W: Yes, but of course. And a video, if you choose. M: How much will it be for one night？ W: About four hundred francs. M: And what does that include？ W: It includes morning newspaper continental breakfast and service. M: Where is the nearest metro？ W: Opera, monsieur. It's only five minutes from here. M: And is there an extra charge for children？ W: If the child is under sixteen and we put an extra bed in your room, the charge is seventy-five francs. Do you want the room？ M: Yes, for one night-23rd July. W: Oui, monsieur. May I have your name, please？ M: Actually, it's for my wife and two daughters Mrs. Jean Gordon, Linda and Maggie. W: Yes, monsieur. So you need an extra bed. (23) A．A room with a single bed. B．A double room with two single beds. C．A room with a double bed and a single bed. D．A double room and two double beds.

M: Yes, I've lived here in Edinburgh all my life. My name's Rory McDonald. How do you do？ W: Hi, I'm Chris Hudson from Phoenix, Arizona. I'm an oil engineer. I'm on my way to London on business. M: How long are you staying in Edinburgh？ W: Just a day. What can I see here in twenty-four hours？ M: Well, most tourists want to visit the Castle. It's on Castle Rock. It's where the Scottish government used to be. From there you can walk down the Royal Mile. W: What's the Royal Mile？ M: It's a narrow street of medieval houses. It's worth seeing. Then you really should visit Holyrood Palace. W: Who lives in the Palace？ M: No one, except the Queen when she comes to Edinburgh, which is usually once a year. But the kings and queens of Scotland used to live there be fore Scotland was united with England. W: When was that？ M: That was...er, let me see 2. in 1603. W: You seem to know a lot about Scottish history. M: Aye, well, I'm a McDonald of the McDonald clan. You know there are clans in Scotland, and we're all proud of our history. W: I'd like to buy something as a souvenir of the trip. What should I buy？ M: Why don't you buy some sweaters？ Scottish sweaters are famous for their quality. And you must buy some whiskey. Of course you know that's our national drink. W: Yes, I've already bought the whiskey. M: Good. But remember you mustn't put ice in it. That spoils the flavor! W: Oh, we Americans put ice in everything! (23) A．She comes to visit this famous town. B．She comes to visit her friend. C．She comes to Edinburgh on business. D．She is on her way to London on business.