Unit 19
Section A
1. A. She has got dozens of copies. B. She has never seen it.
C. She has seen it twice. D. She likes it very much.
2. A. One. B. Two. C. Seven. D. Eight.
3. A. Call he after five. B. Fix her telephone.
C. Use her telephone. D. Go to the meeting.
4. A. 7:45. B. 8:15. C. 8:00 D.7:30
5. A. Mother and child. B. Manager and customer.
C. Nurse and child. D. Boss and clerk.
6. A. At a car rental store. B. In a parking area.
C. At a garage. D. In a car exhibition.
7. A. Having comments from users. B. Advertising for the computer.
C. Interviewing some secretaries. D. Interviewing users by telephone.
8. A. By only eating fruits and vegetables. B. By taking adequate physical exercise.
C. By eating anything he prefers. D. By skipping breakfast or lunch.
9. A. Any vehicle. B. Taxi. C. Underground train. D. Motorcycle.
10. A. Regretful. B. Shocked. C. Relieved. D. Disappointed.
Answer
D
M: Have you ever seen the film Gone With the Wind?
W: Dozens of times.
Q: What does the woman mean?
C
W: Every time I see you, John, you are wearing a different tie.
M: Man will never have too many ties. I have a different one for every day of the week.
Q: How many ties does John have altogether?
C
M: My telephone doesn’t seem to be working.
W: Feel free to use mine if you want. I will be in a meeting till five.
Q: What does the woman suggest to man do?
C
M: Well, I wonder why the office is still not open.
W: But it’s not yet eight. In fact, it’s only a quarter to eight.
Q: At what time does the office open?
B
M: Excuse me. I was to complain about the milk. When I opened it at home yesterday, there was a bad smell.
W: Oh, I’m terribly sorry about that. I’ll take care of it right away.
Q: What’s the probable relationship between the two speakers?
C
W: Could you have my car ready at 5 tomorrow afternoon?
M: The repair time depends on the damage of your car. Let me check it and tell you later.
Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place?
D
W: Since you have decided to produce an advertisement for this computer, anything else we can do?
M: I suggest doing some telephone interviews with our users.
Q: What is the man’s suggestion?
B
W: When I go on a diet, I eat only fruit and that takes off weight quickly.
M: I prefer to eat whatever I like and then take exercise to lose weight.
Q: How does the man control his weight?
C
W: This morning I was criticized by my class teacher for being late. I was held up in the heavy traffic.
M: That often happens. During the rush hour, the subway is nothing but a good choice.
Q: What means of transport does the man suggest taking during the rush hour?
C
W: It’s too bad you fell down during the race.
M: It was fortunate that I didn’t get injured.
Q: How does the man feel?
Section B
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
11. A. Impatient. B. Considerate. C. Angry. D. Disappointed.
12. A. To ask what lecture he should deliver this time.
B. To ask the secretary to post the ticket to the station.
C. To inquire where he should go and what he should go and what he should do.
D. To ask where the secretary had put his ticket.
13. A. Forgetful. B. Cooperative. C. Humorous. D. Troublesome.
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
14. A. China. B. America. C. Germany. D. England.
15. A. 40. B. 1,500. C. 1,300. D. 1,600.
16. A. The center of the earthquake was near Taitung.
B. Taitung is about 600 kilometers southwest of Taipei.
C. Taipei is the provincial capital of Taiwan.
D. No damage or injuries were reported the time.
Answer
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
How was the conductor when Mr. Mora couldn’t show his ticket to him? (B)
Why did Mr. Mora make a phone call to his secretary? (C)
What kind of person do you think Mr. Mora is according to the whole passage? (A)
Mr. Mora is a famous university president. He is remembered as a humorous man because his lectures cause laughter from time to time. He is also remembered by his family and friends for being absent minded.
Once on a train, a conductor came to Mr. Mora, asking for his ticket. He began to search his pockets. No ticket appeared. Mr. Mora began searching his suitcase. “Never mind, sir,” said the conductor, seeing how anxious Mr. Mora was becoming and trying to comfort him. “When you find your ticket, just post it to the station. I’m sure you have it somewhere.”
“I’m sure, too,” said the president as he continued searching. “But I must find it. I need to know where I’m going.”
Mr. Mora got off the train in New York and hurried to the post office to make a telephone call to his secretary. “I’m in New York now but I don’t know way,” said Mr. Mora, feeling like a small boy who had got lost. Within minutes came the short reply:” You are not supposed to be in New York. You should be in Princeton to give a lecture.”
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
Which country was not awarded the top prize at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair? (D)
How many students took part in this competition? (C)
Which of the following statements is NOT true? (B)
Shanghai High School student Zhu Yuanchen took home one of the three top awards at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair for a research project. Zhu won a $50,000 scholarship for his college study as he was named an Intel Young Scientist. Zhu, who is only 19 years old, developed a method for producing high-quality computers. The other two top awards have been given to Sarah Rose form the US, and Peter Hudson form Germany. They three bat more than 1,300 students from about 40 countries and won the top prize at the world’s largest science competition for teen students.
A strong earthquake took place in eastern Taiwan several days ago but no damage or injuries were reported. The earthquake measured 6.7 on the Richter scale. Its center was off the island’s eastern coast near Taitung. Taitung is about 300 kilometers southeast of the provincial capital Taipei. In 1999, an earthquake measuring 7.6 killed more than 2,400 people.
Section C
An old saying goes: “Actions speak louder than words.” That’s true according to communication expert. Some studies show that ___17___ 90 percent of communication is ___18__. Though you might say one thing, your body movements may indicate something ___19___. This way of communication is called body language.
While body language may ___20___, it is the universal language. We all use it even when we don’t realize it.
Have a look at the following example. Your friend comes to you with a problem, and you say you’d like to hear about it. But while she’s talking, you look at your watch and around the room. Your body movements tell her that you
Re either bored, ___21___, or in a hurry. Your body language has ____22___. As you can see, your body language ___23___. The good news is we can all learn to use body language ___24___. It just takes a little practice.
Answer
up to
nonverbal
entirely different.
differ from country to country
distracted
given you away
speaks for itself
to our benefit
Section D
Blanks 25 through 28 are based on the following conversation
Possible month in which the conversation took place
In __25__.
Proper relationship between the two speakers
__26__.
Girl’s wish
To be a __27__.
Parents’ wish
Their daughter to be a(n) __28__.
Complete the form. Writ One Word for each answer.
Answer
25. May
26. Classmates
27. physician
28. accountant
W: June is approaching. Have you decided what university you want to enter?
M: Not yet. It all depends.
W: What do you mean by “It all depends”?
M: Well first, I have to ask my teacher’s advice and how I did in the examinations.
W: Yes. But I think you have always worked very hard during the examination periods. I am certain that you will succeed.
M: Really? Thank you. How about you?
W: It’s hard to say. Becoming a physician was always my dream, but my parents are hoping that I will become an accountant.
M: Well, I think you’d better turn to your teacher for advice.
W: Yes, I will. We have only 4 weeks’ time to prepare for the coming entrance exams. Let’s work hard.
M: OK. We’ll help each other.
Unit 20
Section A
1. A. 4:30. B. 3:00. C. 4:00. D.3:30
2. A. The woman is tired. B. The man is tired.
C. The woman is taking a rest. D. The man is taking a rest.
3. A. The English book. B. The maths book. C. The physics book. D. The chemistry book.
4. A. Too little sleep. B. Too much sleep. C. A hat. D. The sum.
5. A. Take a walk. B. Give a performance.
C. Listen to the music. D. Dance to the music.
6. A. She thinks she has never seen a good movie.
B. She thinks the movie is exceptionally terrific.
C. She hopes to have a chance to see a more moving movie.
D. Honestly, She doesn’t enjoy the movie at all.
7. A. Impatient. B. Exhausted. C. Anxious. D. Contented.
8. A. In a dining hall. B. In a department store.
C. In a supermarket. D. Ata drug store.
9. A. Have some medicine. B. Have a few days’ rest.
C. Undergo an operation. D. Receive a treatment.
10. A. Jason is a chemist of great promise. B. Jason is an expert at chemistry.
C. Jason will not likely be a chemist. D. Jason has rich knowledge in chemistry.
Answer
D
W: Do you know there Janis is? She is supposed to be at the beginning of the rehearsal.
M: Oh, she went to have a talk with the headmaster at 3:00 and she will come on time, half an hour later.
Q: When does the rehearsal start?
A
W: I’m really exhausted. I can’t wait for the weekend.
M: Need a little rest, do you?
Q: What can we learn from the conversation?
B
W: Have you bought all the reference books teachers recommended?
M: I got my maths book, but the physics and chemistry books were all sold out. They said that the reference book on English will come tomorrow.
Q: Which book was the man lucky to get?
D
M: My headache is terrible. Maybe I need more sleep.
W: Actually, you need less sun. Wear a bat as the sun is too bright for you.
Q: What caused the man’s headache?
D
M: The music is so beautiful that I’d like to dance. But I don’t know the steps.
W: It doesn’t matter. No one will be looking at us in the crowd.
Q: What doe the woman suggest they do?
B
M: What do you think of the movie Titanic?
W: Honestly speaking, I have never seen such a moving movie before.
Q: What does the woman mean?
A
W: I have been waiting for my meal for more than half an hour.
M: Sorry, but the restaurant is full and we are short of hands today.
Q: How does the woman feel?
C
W: Do you have everything now?
M: Wait a moment. I still have to get some vegetables and fruits.
Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place?
B
W: Do you think I need to have an operation?
M: I don’t think it is necessary. Neither is any treatment of medicine. All you need is to rest for a few days.
Q: What is suggested by the man?
C
W: it seems that Jason will become a famous chemist, as he is so interested in chemistry and he has even set up his own laboratory.
M: Really? I am an expert and I doubt how much talent he rally has.
Q: What conclusion can we draw from the man’s remark?
Section B
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
11. A. Life in the city. B. Life in the country.
C. The beauty of nature. D. The different jobs.
12. A. Simple but happy. B. Poor but busy.
C. Modern but inconvenient. D. Free but expensive.
13. A. He likes to live close to nature. B. He likes to attend family weddings.
C. He has changed his way of life. D. He likes to do simple jobs for a living.
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
14. A. 230. B. 170. C. 25. D. 50,000.
15. A. Because they demand a new government of their own.
B. Because they want better railway systems to serve people.
C. Because they want more longer holidays to enjoy their life.
D. Because they want more pay and better working conditions.
16. A. The quantity of food that people eat. B. The quality of food people eat.
C. The kinds of food that people eat. D. None of the about three.
Answer
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
What did Paul talk about at the first family wedding? (B)
How was Paul’s life before he got married? (A)
What can we learn about Paul in the end according to the passage? (C)
Paul is my wife’s cousin. I don’t know him well. In fact, we’ve only met twice in the past fifteen years.
I first met Paul at a family wedding. He wore jeans, no jacket. He was a young man, with long hair down to his waist. Behind his beard was a happy smile. He talked on and on. He lived in a small house in the mountains. There was no heat or electricity. He grew his own food. When he needed a little money, he worked at different jobs for a few weeks. Paul spoke happily about living close to nature. I asked Paul two questions. “How old are you?” “Twenty” was the answer. “Do you have and children?” “No,” he laughed. “I’m not married yet.”
I met Paul fifteen years later, at another family wedding. This time he wore a suit. His hair was short and he had no beard. But he was sill smiling. He talked on and on about his life. He lived in a house near the city. He had a small store and his business was growing. He worked about fifty hours a week. Paul now spoke about the importance of family. I ask Paul the same two questions. “How old are you now?” “Thirty five” was the answer. “Do you have any children?” “Yes,” he said.
“Four.” Then he smiled and said. “Times change.”
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
How many homes were carried away during the weekend floods and landslides in Japan? (D)
Why will the British railway workers go on strike? (D)
What are most major cancers influenced by? (C)
Now it’s ten o’clock and time for a summary of the news.
Japan---At least 170 persons have died in the weekend flooding and landslides in the Nagasaki area on the southern island of Kyushu. Officials say that they fear many of the 230 persons still missing are dead. This is the worst storm in Japan in 25 years and still more rain is expected. Reports said 50,000 homes and more than 60 bridges were carried away by floodwaters. Much of Nagasaki is without drinking water, and train service in the area has been suspended.
London---More than 200,000 British Railway workers will go on strike throughout the country on Monday. They are demanding that Britain’s government-owned Railway System should gibe them more pay and better working conditions. British Rail Chairman Peter Parker said that he believed the strike could continue for months. On Friday, about 15,000 underground train workers in London went on strike and more than 20,000 British bus drivers in London may also strike.
And this news--- The national Academy of Science says that eating less salt, food rich in fat and smoked foods can reduce a person’s chance of developing cancer. A study by the academy also said that people should eat more fruits, vegetables and grains. The chairman of the study said that eating fatty food could be the cause of about 40% of the cancers in men and 60% of the cancers in women. He said scientific evidence shows that most major cancers are influenced by the kinds of food that people eat.
Section C
What’s your idea of the perfect Mom? In America, TV moms of the 1950s and 60s were the “perfect” examples. They always made freshly baked cookies and kept a tidy house. ___17___ children and the home was their full-time job. Back then mothers’ life __18__ the home, but that was 40-50 years ago. Times have changed, and so have the roles of moms.
In the US, in the 1960s, society began to change. The women’s ___19___ caused women to question their traditional established ___20__. Women began leaving their homes to get jobs or go back to school. Society changed in Asia, too. Fifty years later, a mother working outside the home is considered ___21___, and not the exception. Mothers today ___22___ Prime Ministers, Presidents, CEOs, university professors and airline pilots. In fact, they can be found in every ___23___. However, most women will tell you, their most important job is still being a mom. Mothers with careers have been estimated to work 49.8 hours a week in their home. In addition to that, they also maintain an ___24___.
Answer
Caring for
centered on
liberation movement
roles
normal
serve as
profession
outside career
Section D
Blanks 25 through 28 are based on the following conversation
Where did the conversation take place??
In a(n)__25__store.
When did the man’s arm get burned?
When __26__.
What pills did the woman recommend?
__27__ C.
What was the woman’s advice?
Go to see a __28__.
Complete the form. Writ One Word for each answer.
Answer
25. drug
26. baking
27.Vitamin
28.doctor
W: Can I help you?
M: Yes, I burned my arm while I was baking. What would you recommend?
W: Try this medicated oil from China and take some vitamin C every day.
M: Vitamin C? For a burn?
W: Yes, a cut or a burn, or even a broken leg, will not heal properly without enough vitamin C.
M: I know it is important for smokers and people under stress.
W: Sure is. Both cigarette smoking and the stress of life can cause the level of vitamin C in blood to drop. And, since the human body doesn’t produce vitamin C itself, we have to get it from our food or vitamin supplements.
M: OK. I’ll take it.
W: However, if the injury is very serious, I advise you to go to see your doctor first.
