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LISTENING TEST
In this section, you must demonstrate your ability to understand spoken English. This section is divided into four parts and will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. Do not mark the answers in your test book. Use the answer sheet that is provided separately.
PART 1
Directions: For each question, you will listen to four short statements about a picture in your test book. These statements will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. Select the statement that best describes what is happening in the picture and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on the answer sheet.
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Sample Answer
Statement (B),“The man is working at the desk.” is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (B) and mark it on your answer sheet.
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PART 2
Directions: For each question, you will listen to a statement or question followed by three possible responses spoken in English. They will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. Select the best response and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet.
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注：正式考试中，本部分试题的题干和选项均未印在考卷上，需要考生在听录音后，将正确答案标在答题卡上，答题卡见457页。
PART 3
Directions: In this part, you will listen to several conversations between two or more speakers. These conversations will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. For each conversation, you will be asked to answer three questions. Select the best response and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
32. What does the man’s boss want him to do?
(A) Cancel his dental appointment.
(B) Move closer to the workplace.
(C) Rearrange the furniture in the office.
(D) Pick up the president from the airport.
33. When will they get together to discuss the issue?
(A) Monday.
(B) Tuesday.
(C) Thursday.
(D) Friday.
34. What does the man say he will do Friday?
(A) Attend a meeting with the boss.
(B) Go on a business trip.
(C) Visit his dentist’s office.
(D) Work in his office.
35. Why is the woman thinking of taking a trip to Chicago?
(A) To persuade someone.
(B) To take a vacation.
(C) To visit a friend.
(D) To accept an offer.
36. How will the woman travel?
(A) By bus.
(B) By subway.
(C) By car.
(D) On foot.
37. What does the man imply when he says, “You’ve got to be kidding me”?
(A) He will buy the woman a ticket.
(B) He will give the woman a lift to the station.
(C) He will go with the woman on her trip.
(D) He will talk to the woman’s client.
38. Why did the man delay his trip?
(A) He got a discount on a later flight.
(B) His meeting got postponed.
(C) His friend could not make it on time.
(D) He couldn’t book a hotel room.
39. According to the woman, why is it hard to reserve a room in New York this week?
(A) The hotel workers have gone on a strike.
(B) Many visitors have swarmed the city.
(C) Some of the hotels aren’t accepting bookings.
(D) A large deposit is required for reservations.
40. What can be inferred about the man?
(A) He is a good businessman.
(B) He has some good contacts.
(C) He travels a lot.
(D) He has a lot of money.
41. Why did the woman call the man?
(A) To change an order.
(B) To ask for a discount.
(C) To cancel an order.
(D) To alter her address.
42. Why does the woman say, “That won’t be necessary”?
(A) She does not need a new bill.
(B) She is not interested in a different item.
(C) She does not want express delivery.
(D) She has no need for an itemized list.
43. When will the items be delivered?
(A) Later in the day.
(B) Tomorrow.
(C) This Friday.
(D) Next week.
44. What will the man do this weekend?
(A) Go to his brother’s place.
(B) Watch a theatrical play.
(C) Check out a film.
(D) Attend a musical performance.
45. What does the woman offer the man?
(A) Free tickets.
(B) A videotape.
(C) Some popcorn.
(D) A classical book.
46. Where does the woman’s brother work?
(A) At a theater.
(B) At a bookstore.
(C) At a travel agency.
(D) At a hotel.
47. What is the man’s problem?
(A) He left his office late.
(B) He did not bring a map.
(C) He went the wrong way.
(D) He got caught in traffic.
48. What will the woman do later in the afternoon?
(A) Negotiate a price.
(B) Meet an executive.
(C) Make an offer.
(D) Sign a contract.
49. What does the man most likely mean when he says, “More than enough”?
(A) The woman’s counteroffer is acceptable.
(B) He brought several products with him.
(C) He can finish the demonstration by 2:30.
(D) The room he will use is the right size.
50. Why is Rick having a party?
(A) To celebrate his birthday.
(B) To welcome people to his new place.
(C) To publicize his recent promotion.
(D) To entertain an important client.
51. What will the woman be doing during lunch?
(A) Meet with Eric.
(B) Shop for a gift.
(C) Attend a party.
(D) Pick up her car.
52. Why does the man say, “I’m getting a lift with Eric”?
(A) His car is in the auto repair shop.
(B) He can’t afford the price of gas anymore.
(C) His usual ride was not available.
(D) He got rid of his car.
53. What will the man do today?
(A) Prepare for a presentation.
(B) Make a speech.
(C) Look for a job.
(D) Compete in a race.
54. How does the man feel?
(A) Self-assured.
(B) Self-conscious.
(C) Fortunate.
(D) Terrible.
55. What does the man say he will do if they get caught in traffic?
(A) Take another road.
(B) Run to the meeting place.
(C) Call and delay the meeting.
(D) Have someone else attend the meeting.
56. What are the speakers mainly discussing?
(A) A job applicant.
(B) Upcoming interviews.
(C) Their job duties.
(D) A new hire.
57. What does Joe mean when he says, “I agree with you completely”?
(A) He is in favor of speaking with more candidates.
(B) The applicants have been very impressive.
(C) Leslie Wheeler would be a good worker.
(D) The woman ought to apply for a transfer.
58. What does the woman suggest doing?
(A) Waiting for a while.
(B) Going to lunch early.
(C) Calling Leslie Wheeler.
(D) Sending out invitations.
59. Where is the conversation taking place?
(A) At a movie theater.
(B) At a hotel front desk.
(C) In a computer store.
(D) In a restaurant.
60. What seems to be the problem?
(A) A mistake has occurred in the bill.
(B) The service at the restaurant was slow.
(C) The food was delivered to the wrong room.
(D) The computer is not working properly.
61. What did the man do in the morning?
(A) He met a client.
(B) He watched a movie.
(C) He stayed in his room.
(D) He was taking care of a problem.
Meeting Agenda
62. What does the woman want the man to do?
(A) Help her practice.
(B) Talk to his boss on her behalf.
(C) Add some graphics to her presentation.
(D) Proofread her report.
63. Look at the graphic. What time will the woman give her presentation?
(A) At 3:00.
(B) At 3:15.
(C) At 3:30.
(D) At 3:45.
64. What happened last night?
(A) Some results were released.
(B) New workers were hired.
(C) A meeting was scheduled.
(D) A presentation was given.
Number of Books per Section
65. Look at the graphic. Which section has the most books borrowed?
(A) Children’s Books.
(B) Novels.
(C) Nonfiction.
(D) Reference Books.
66. What does the man say about the budget?
(A) There is little money left in it.
(B) It was decreased this year.
(C) It will be increased next year.
(D) There is enough money to buy more books.
67. What does the woman propose doing?
(A) Rearranging the books in the library.
(B) Thinking of which books to buy.
(C) Giving a list of books to Ms. Collins.
(D) Looking for cheap books to purchase.
68. What does the man say about the train station in Piedmont?
(A) It is in the center of the city.
(B) Passengers think it is convenient.
(C) Some work is being done on it.
(D) The subway station is located near it.
69. Look at the graphic. Where is the taxi stand?
(A) Exit 1.
(B) Exit 2.
(C) Exit 3.
(D) Exit 4.
70. What does the woman ask the man about?
(A) Hotels.
(B) Restaurants.
(C) Parks.
(D) Entertainment centers.
PART 4
Directions: In this part, you will listen to several short talks by a single speaker. These talks will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. For each talk, you will be asked to answer three questions. Select the best response and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
71. Who is Mr. Paget?
(A) A chef.
(B) A hotel manager.
(C) A teacher.
(D) A grocery store clerk.
72. What does the speaker imply when he says, “As my main role is to develop new meals”?
(A) His main job is to greet the customers.
(B) His main job is to think up new dishes.
(C) His main job is to conduct cooking lessons.
(D) His main job is to stock fresh ingredients.
73. What does the speaker ask those who have questions to do?
(A) Jot them down and ask later.
(B) Talk to Mr. Paget right away.
(C) E-mail them to him after the talk.
(D) Approach him before the talk.
74. Who most likely is giving the talk?
(A) A tour guide.
(B) A cafeteria worker.
(C) A waiter.
(D) A company employee.
75. What time does the place open?
(A) At ten.
(B) At nine.
(C) At eight.
(D) At seven.
76. What is available throughout the day?
(A) Sandwiches.
(B) Hot meals.
(C) Hot coffee.
(D) Light snacks.
77. How often does the show air?
(A) Everyday.
(B) Once a week.
(C) On weekends.
(D) Twice a week.
78. Who might be interested in listening to the show?
(A) Those who want to borrow money without collateral.
(B) People who wish to start their own businesses.
(C) People who want to make wise investments.
(D) Those who are seeking careers as consultants.
79. How can the listeners ask Morris questions?
(A) By coming to the show.
(B) By sending e-mails.
(C) By calling the station.
(D) By talking to him in person.
80. Why is the caller leaving a message?
(A) He is returning a phone call.
(B) He wants to books tickets to the opera.
(C) He hopes to get a discount on future tickets.
(D) He can’t attend the performance tomorrow.
81. According to the speaker, what should Mr. Duvall do by 5 p.m.?
(A) Pay for the tickets.
(B) Reserve seats.
(C) Join a group.
(D) Show up at the theater.
82. How can Mr. Duvall get the discount?
(A) By showing up at the theater early.
(B) By paying for the tickets in cash.
(C) By making a phone call.
(D) By becoming a member.
83. Where is the speech taking place?
(A) In a classroom.
(B) In a library.
(C) At a museum.
(D) At an exhibition.
84. According to the speaker, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reflection of life of the Old Town?
(A) Pictures.
(B) Papers.
(C) Artworks.
(D) Books.
85. Who helped make this exhibition happen?
(A) A local bookstore.
(B) An art gallery.
(C) A community library.
(D) The town mayor.
86. Why is the caller leaving the message?
(A) To invite Mr. Jackson to make a presentation.
(B) To respond back to a call made earlier.
(C) To ask the receiver to send a quote.
(D) To ask questions about a proposal.
87. When is the closing date?
(A) In two weeks.
(B) In three weeks.
(C) In five weeks.
(D) In six weeks.
88. What should Mr. Jackson do if he has any questions?
(A) Refer to the guide.
(B) Look on the website.
(C) Phone Ms. Erickson.
(D) Call the head architect.
89. What is the purpose of the speech?
(A) To congratulate his mother on achieving her goal.
(B) To thank those who helped him win the award.
(C) To launch a new electronic gadget.
(D) To reveal the secret to making money.
90. How did the speaker first become interested in his field of work?
(A) He took a class in school.
(B) His mother introduced him to it.
(C) His friend got him a job.
(D) He read about it in a magazine.
91. Why does the speaker say, “I’m one of those lucky people who have become rich doing what they love”?
(A) He makes a living doing what he likes.
(B) He has a very wealthy mother.
(C) He travels all over America.
(D) He has enough time for his hobbies.
92. Who most likely is giving the talk?
(A) A tour guide.
(B) Mr. Blackburn.
(C) A history teacher.
(D) A restaurant host.
93. What does the speaker say about historic Wetherby Mansion?
(A) It is haunted.
(B) It is very old.
(C) It is traditional.
(D) It is in the city.
94. Which of the following best describes Blackburn Tower Park?
(A) It is located on the outskirts of the city.
(B) The place has become a landmark of the city.
(C) There are hills near the place.
(D) It is owned by the famous Lady Wetherby.
95. What does the speaker suggest about the picnic?
(A) It is held every year.
(B) It costs money to attend.
(C) It is for employees only.
(D) It takes place near the company.
96. Look at the graphic. Where should people be waiting for the bus?
(A) Site 1.
(B) Site 2.
(C) Site 3.
(D) Site 4.
97. Why would the listeners call Janet Hoff?
(A) To reserve tickets for the picnic.
(B) To ask for seats on the bus.
(C) To state how many guests they will have.
(D) To mention which food they will bring.
98. Look at the graphic. Where will the speaker get off the interstate?
(A) At Gatlinburg.
(B) At Shelbyville.
(C) At Lake Simon.
(D) At Portsmouth.
99. Where is the speaker’s final destination?
(A) An office building.
(B) A coffee shop.
(C) A park.
(D) A restaurant.
100. What does the speaker request?
(A) A file folder.
(B) A laptop.
(C) A map.
(D) A contract.