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听力原文:W: With the convenience of bankcards, more and more people prefer bankcards to personal checks.
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.
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听力原文:W: Hi. Tom. How things get along with the preparation for the annual meeting documents?
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.
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听力原文:W: Everyone that joins this trip across the Rockies has to contribute towards the cost of supplies.
M: Are you kidding? I almost went broke over all the equipment I had to buy, and now I can't get funding.
Q: What does the man mean?
(18)
A.His equipment is broken.
B.He can't find his equipment.
C.He feels he is not being treated fairly.
D.He is satisfied with the funding.
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听力原文:W: Bob, would you please come in for a while? Please also bring along the minutes of yesterday's management meeting.
M: Of course, Madame. Here is the minutes of the meeting. The meeting was delayed by thirty minutes and started at 2 : 30 p. m. and it last for two and a half hours.
W: Did you tell the chairman that I was very ill and couldn't attend?
M: Yes, I did. Also, here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting. I think you will have to do some replies.
What does the man do?
A.He is a manager.
B.He is a clerk.
C.He is a secretary.
D.He is a chairman.
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听力原文:W: The report says that all departments are making a profit except the Asian Department.
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.
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听力原文:W: Mr. Silver, I finally tracked down Carl. He came down with a sudden case of the flu this morning and won't be able to make the one o'clock meeting.
M: Well, okay. I still need the report that he was going to present at the meeting, and our partners are going to start arriving in ten minutes.
W: Carl told me to get the report and give it to you.
M: Good. Get it to Bryan as soon as possible, and tell him that he's going to have to present Carl's report. I'll meet the partners and try to give Bryan enough time so that he can familiarize himself with the key points.
What is Carl's problem?
A.He is not prepared for an interview.
B.He needs to book some time-off.
C.He is not feeling well.
D.He needs a report for a meeting.
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听力原文:W Do you have everything prepared to present the promotional plan for the new novel tomorrow?
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
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听力原文:W: Would you mind sending champagne and strawberries to my room at 1. a. m. , please?
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.
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听力原文:W: Could you check on the arrangements in the conference room for this evening's program? We may have more guests than expected.
M: Sure, and I'll arrange for extra chairs. Is there anything else you want me to do?
W: Please get Hari to ensure that all the sound equipment is working fine. Last week we had a problem with the microphones.
M: Yes, we need to be extra careful this time. But I'm sure Hari's at his job already.
What does the woman want the man to do?
A.Send out the invitations.
B.Arrange for accommodations.
C.Welcome guests to a show.
D.Supervise preparations for an event.
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听力原文:W: Please turn down the television. I can't understand anything my friend is saying on the phone.
M: Hurry up and finish your call. I don't like standing so close. The light hurts my eyes.
Q: Why is the woman upset?
(13)
A.The light hurts her eyes.
B.His ears hurt.
C.She can't hear.
D.She can't see.
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听力原文:W: I am totally exhausted. I stayed up the whole night studying for the final examination.
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.
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听力原文:M: Please make 20 copies of this and deliver them to the chief executive and heads of departments.
W: Certainly, sir. They will find it on their desks tomorrow morning.
What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?
A.Customer and salesperson.
B.Teacher and student.
C.Boss and secretary.
D.Guest and waitress.
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听力原文:The balance in your bank account is 15,000 dollars only, and so this check in the amount of 20,000 dollars has to be bounced.
(30)
A.The figure on the check exceeds the balance in the bank account, so it's worthless.
B.If you cash the check in the amount of 15;000, we can do that for you.
C.You have plenty of money in your bank account, so we'll cash your check right now.
D.Your check can still be cashed if you deposit another 50,000 dollars now.
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听力原文:W: My room smells of cigarette smoke. I can't stand it. Could you change my room, please?
M: Let me see... I'm sorry, but we don't have any more non-smoking rooms. We won't charge you for your room tonight.
Q: what can you learn from the conversation?
(19)
A.The woman doesn't want to pay for the room.
B.The woman likes smoking.
C.The woman wants to have a non-smoking room.
D.There's no more room in the hotel.
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听力原文:Please pass me the book.()
A.Yes, please
B.Here you are
C.Be careful.
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听力原文:W: Listen to me, Tom. The exam has been the thing in the past.Just forget about it.
M: It's easier said than done.
Q: What can we learn from the conversation?
(2)
A.The exam was easier.
B.Tom is sure that he will do better.
C.The exam is easier than last one.
D.Tom is afraid of failing the exam.
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听力原文:W Hi, this is Jean with Crescent Plumbing. I'm calling for an inventory check on part R71-B — that's a drain under fitting in the bronze finish.
M Okay, let me pull it up on screen... R71-B... Okay Jean, I'm showing none in stock right now.
W Well, that's not good. How long do you think it'll be before you have them back in stock?
M Between 2 and 3 weeks, probably. If you're in a hurry, you can try Iron Dog Plumbing Supply on Market Street.
What kind of company does the woman work for?
A.Clothing
B.Plastics
C.Plumbing
D.Software
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听力原文:W: I am looking for quality paper to type my essay. I don't see any on the shelf.M: I saw some in the stockroom this morning. I will go and check.Q: What does the woman want to buy?(5)A.A bookshelf.B.A typewriter.C.Some stocks.D.High-quality paper.
A.
M:
B.
Q:
C.A
D.
B.A
E.
C.Some
F.
D.High-quality
G.
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听力原文:W: Tom, get up, please! I have to clean it up. Our friends will be here at any time and this house is a mess.
M: So what? Theirs is even worse.
Q: What does the man mean?
(19)
A.He doesn't like messy people.
B.He doesn't know where their house is.
C.He sees no need to clean the house.
D.He can think of no worse time for their friends to come.
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听力原文:M: Do you have any double rooms with a view of the harbor available? We'd like to check in this afternoon.
W: I'm pretty sure we have one left, but it's only available for tonight.
Q: What is the man trying to do?
(18)
A.Tour the harbor.
B.Find accommodations.
C.Check out of a hotel.
D.Pay a bill.
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听力原文:W: Mr. Atkins, Would you please tell the court what you were doing when the accident happened and what you saw?
M: Yes, I was driving home from work. It was about 5:15, and there was a blue car in front of me. We were both driving along Harbor Road when a small white Ford suddenly shot out of a side road. It shot right in front of the blue car. The driver tried to stop, but it was impossible. He ran into the white Ford.
W: I see. Now, how fast was the car in front of you going when the accident happened?
M: The blue car? 30 miles an hour. Certainly no more than that.
W: And the white Ford shot out without any warning?
M: Yes, that's right.
W: Then, how can you be sure the blue car was only doing 30?
M: Because I was only doing 30, and the blue car wasn't going any faster than I was.
W: Are you sure of that?
M: Yes, I am. I'm positive.
W: How can you be so positive, Mr. Atkins? Were you looking at your speedometer when the accident happened?
M: Of course not. I was looking at the road ahead. That's how I managed to see the accident!
W: Well, if you weren't looking at your speedometer, how can you possibly be sure how fast you were going?
M: Because I never go faster than 30 on that road.
(20)
A.Defendant and lawyer.
B.Lawyer and witness.
C.Witness and judge.
D.Witness and defendant.
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听力原文:W: I love the beach when the sand is fine and the water is just barely making waves.
M: I prefer an angry sea. That makes me feel better whenever I'm sad.
Q: What does the man like?
(17)
A.A stormy ocean.
B.Calm water.
C.Golden sand.
D.Little waves.
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听力原文:W: 45-21-64. Bonjour(French).M: Is that the Saint Martine Hotel?W: Oui(French). Y
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.
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听力原文:W: Doctor White, we recently learned that a large piece of the Larsen lee shelf in Western Antarctica broke off in early January. Could you please tell us exactly what happened?
M: I'd be happy to. The piece that broke off was over a thousand square miles in area. More recently and quite alarming to scientists is that a forty-mile crack, some 30 feet wide in places has torn through the ice shelf.
W: I understand that the scientific community is quite concerned. What is the significance of these events?
M: Well, some scientists believe that this is a clear sign of global warming. Back in 1978, some American researchers predicted that Antarctica would show early signs of global warming due to the green house effect.
W: But couldn't crumbling ice shelves also be a result of the unusual weather Antarctica itself has experienced lately?
M: That's certainly possible, but you'll have to remember that over the past thousands of years, ice shelves have been through a lot of weather changes without breaking up.
W: I think most people know that if the ice cap over Antarctica melts, the level of the oceans will rise. What sort of impact will this have?
M: Well, the ice shelves currently insulate the Antarctic continent from wind, which slows down the melting. If the winds cause even a tenth of the continent's ice to melt, the world's oceans could rise as much as 30 feet.
What are the speakers mainly discussing?
A.An experiment in Antarctica.
B.Part of the Larsen Ice Shelf broke off.
C.The formation of the Larsen Ice Shelf.
D.An expedition in Antarctica.