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College English Achievement Test

for College English (New Edition)

《大学英语》（全新版）

2级学业测试题

Band 2

(2005. 05)

Shanghai Foreign Language Education Press

上海外语教育出版社

使用说明

1. 本试卷根据大学英语（全新版）第二册所学命题，供使用本教材的学校参考使用。

2. 本套考题的使用时间为120分钟。试卷内容分为：

听力：20题（20%） 阅读：40题（30%） 词汇与结构：30题（15%） 完形填空：10题（5%）或（10%） 汉译英：一段话（15%）或（10%） 命题写作：1题（15%）

3. 完形填空和汉译英两部分的得分亦可根据汉译英篇幅的长短分别改为完形填空（10%）和汉译英（10%）。

4. 汉译英和作文范文仅供参考。命题作文中所给提示可供学生选择使用。

SFLEP College English (New Edition) Achievement Test (Band 2) 1

I．Listening Comprehension (20%) Section A

Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a

question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C), and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter with a single line through the center.

Example: You will hear: M: Is it possible for you to work late, Miss Grey?

W: Work late? I suppose so, if you really think it’s necessary.

Q: Where do you think this conversation most probably took place?

You will read: A) At the office.

B) In the waiting room. C) At the airport. D) In a restaurant.

From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they had to finish in the evening. This is most likely to have taken place at the office. Therefore, A) “At the office” is the best answer. You should choose [A] and mark it with a single line through the center.

1. A. John’s cottage is as old as Paul’s. B. John’s cottage is much newer than Paul’s.

C. John’s cottage is much older than Paul’s. D. John’s cottage is similar to Paul’s. 2. A. 55 minutes. B. 45 minutes. C. 40 minutes. D. 35 minutes. 3. A. Eat in a restaurant and then see a movie. B. Watch TV at home.

C. She hasn’t decided yet. D. Prepare for tomorrow’s exam.

4. A. An air stewardess. B. A post office clerk. C. A waitress. D. A shop assistant. 5. A. Going to the museum. B. Going to the wedding party.

C. Going to Arizona. D. Going to New Mexico.

6. A. A repairman. B. A salesman. C. A doctor. D. A postman.

7. A. At a reception desk. B. In a hotel. C. At a supermarket. D. At a tailor’s shop. 8. A. The train will not arrive. B. The train was caught in an accident.

C. The train may arrive at 9:15. D. The woman isn’t sure when the train will arrive. 9. A. Study late again. B. Go to bed early.

C. Change his mind. D. Get up late in the morning.

10. A. He can speak French and English. B. He can speak only English.

C. He can speak only French. D. He can speak several languages.

Section B

Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You will hear the passage read twice.

Listen carefully and fill in the blanks with what you have heard.

No matter what type of holiday you are looking for, you will find the 11 in Switzerland. There is really no other country quite like it, for there you have some of the 12 and most

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A. having been fined B. to have been fined C. to be fined D. being fined

56. No matter how frequently ________, the works of Beethoven always attract large audiences. A. performed B. performing C. to be performed D. being performed

57. It is recommended that the project ________ until all the preparations have been made. A. is not started B. will not be started C. not be started D. is not to be started 58. The survival of civilization as we know it is _________ threat. A. within B. under C. towards D. upon

59. Free medical treatment in this country covers sickness of mind as well as ________ sicknesses. A. normal B. regular C. average D. ordinary

60. Despite the wonderful acting and well-developed plot the _________ movie could not hold our attention.

A. three-hours B. three-hour C. three-hours’ D. three-hour’s 61. I advised them to withdraw ________.

A. so as to get not involved B. so as not to get involved C. so as to not get involved D. so not as to get involved

62. I’d like to ________ this old car with a new model but I can’t afford it. A. replace B. exchange C. convert D. transmit 63. This result is quite different from ________.

A. that we expected B. those we expected C. what we expected D. we expected 64. Though ________ mainly for the invention of the telephone, Alexander Graham Bell devoted

his life to helping the deaf.

A. to remember B. he remembered C. remembered D. was remembered

65. With the advancement of technology, computers have come into the market, _______ capable of

doing very complicated calculations at great speed.

A. that they are B. which they are C. that is D. which are

66. The committee are unable to agree on whom they should elect to ________ Johnson. A. resign B. retire C. replace D. release

67. Things are known ________ when they unite with the oxygen of the air. A. burn B. burning C. to burn D. being burned

68. The company manager may enable the man who tends the machines ________ a large panorama

of possibilities.

A. to see B. seeing C. see D. seen

69. He ________ to get some cards for his birthday, but none arrived. A. promised B. assumed C. expected D. supposed

70. One foolish mistake can ________ you in a good deal of trouble. A. include B. induce C. involve D. inspire

IV．Cloze (5%)

Directions: The following passage is taken from one of the texts you have learned. Read the passage

and fill in each of the numbered blanks with the exact word that appears in your textbook.

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Racing the clock every day is such an exhausting effort that when I actually have a few free

moments, I tend to 71 . Mostly I 72 into a chair and stare into 73 while I imagine how lovely life would be if only I 74 the organizational skills and the energy of my 75 . In fact, I waste a good deal of my 76 time just worrying about what other women are 77 in theirs. Sometimes I think that these modern fairy 78 create as many problems for women as the old stories that has us 79 our time for the day our prince would 80 .

V．Translation (15%)

Directions: Translate the following passage into English, using the words and phrases given below.

rational feature compound make … deposits self-explanatory set up withdrawal hold one’s attention keen control

金钱是有趣的，而且几乎完全是不讲自明的。我教孩子懂得如何对待金钱的方法就是给孩子开一个账户。银行提供的利率以及以复利计算吸引了孩子的注意并让他很快成了热心的储蓄者。另一个诱人之处是存入的钱是属于孩子自己的。他可以想存就存，想取就取。

交给孩子们更多的，而不是更少的自主权是在帮助他们成为理性的消费者。

VI. Guided Writing (15%)

Directions: For this part you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition in about 120 words.

The title of your composition is given. The following points may serve as a guide.

New Interests of University Students

1. A change of interests on campus

? used to show a great interest in liberal arts

? now, go in for computer science, business studies, etc. to get well-paid jobs 2. Moreover, display greater enthusiasm in learning English

? open up new windows

? broaden their mind and horizon

? enter into business relations with foreign firms, greater importance of English

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Key to Achievement Test (Integrated Course 2)

I. Listening Comprehension Section A

1. C 2. A 3. D 4. B 5. B 6. A 7. D 8. C 9. B 10. A Section B

11. answer 12. finest 13. climate 14. attractions 15. activities 16. possibilities 17. variety 18. historic 19. interests 20. whether

II. Reading Comprehension

21 – 25 DCBDC 26 – 30 ABDCD 31 – 35 ACDCC 36 – 40 ADDBC

III. Vocabulary and Structure

41. D 42. D 43. A 44. A 45. C 46. B 47. C 48. B 49. B 50. B 51. B 52. B 53. C 54. C 55. D 56. A 57. C 58. B 59. D 60. B 61. B 62. A 63. C 64. C 65. D 66. C 67. B 68. A 69. C 70. C

IV. Cloze

71. collapse 72. sink 73. space 74. possessed 75. superheroines 76. spare 77. accomplishing 78. tales 79. biding 80. come

V. Translation

Money is fun and almost entirely self-explanatory. My way of teaching the child about money is setting up an account for him. Interest rate offered by the bank and compounded holds his attention and he has soon turned into a keen saver. Another attractive feature is that his account belongs to him. He can make other deposits, or withdrawals, whenever he likes.

Giving children more control, not less is helping him become a rational consumer.

V. Guided Writing

New Interests of University Students

There has been a change of interests on campus in recent years. Many excellent students used to show a great interest in liberal arts. To become a writer was their life-long dream. Now top students go in for computer science, business studies and other subjects concerning finance. Obviously they believe if they master such subjects they are more likely to get well-paid jobs after their graduation.

Moreover, students display greater enthusiasm than ever in learning English. A good command of the language will open up new windows for them and help broaden their mind and horizon. Besides, with the carrying out of the open-door policy and the rapid development of our economy, more and more companies have entered into business relations with foreign firms. So university graduates with a good knowledge of English will find it easier to win good positions.

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Tapescript of Listening Comprehension

Section A

Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation,

a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C), and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter with a single line through the center.

Example: You will hear: M: Is it possible for you to work late, Miss Grey?

W: Work late? I suppose so, if you really think it’s necessary.

Q: Where do you think this conversation most probably took place?

You will read: A) At the office.

B) In the waiting room. C) At the airport. D) In a restaurant.

From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they had to finish in the evening. This is most likely to have taken place at the office. Therefore, A) “At the office” is the best answer. You should choose [A] and mark it with a single line through the center.

1. W: I don’t think John’s cottage is as old as Paul’s.

M: On the contrary it’s much older.

Q: What does the man think of John’s cottage? 2. W: Hurry up, Henry. It’s already 7:50 a.m.

M: It’s okay. We still have some time. Children are supposed to be at school by 8:45 a.m. Q: How much time do they have?

3. M: Would you rather eat in the restaurant and then see a movie with us this evening?

W: To tell the truth, I really can’t go anywhere because I’m going to have the final exam

tomorrow.

Q: What will the woman probably do this evening?

4. M: Can you tell me how much it would cost to send this package by air?

W: Yes, sir. Let me weigh it first. Q: What is the woman?

5. M: I’m going to the museum Sunday afternoon. There is a new exhibit of Indian art from

Arizona and New Mexico. Want to go with me?

W: I’d love to. But my best friend is getting married on Sunday. I won’t miss it for anything. Q: Where is the woman going on Sunday afternoon? 6. M: The TV set is out of order.

W: Why not send it to John to have a check? Q: What is John most likely to be?

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7. W: Have you done with my trousers?

M: I am sorry, your trousers won’t be ready until next Tuesday. Q: Where does this dialogue most probably take place? 8. M: Excuse me, when will the 7:15 train arrive?

W: It’s been delayed two hours because a bridge was broken. Q: What do we learn from the conversation? 9. W: Are you going to study late again tonight?

M: I’ll go to sleep early for a change. Q: What will the man probably do?

10. W：Having visited so many different countries, you must be able to speak several different

languages.

M: I wish I could. But French and English are the only ones that I have ever learned to speak. Q: What did the man say of his knowledge of languages?

Section B

Directions: In this section, there is a passage with ten blanks. You will hear the passage read twice.

Listen carefully and fill in the blanks with what you have heard.

No matter what type of holiday you are looking for, you will find the answer in Switzerland. There is really no other country quite like it, for there you have some of the finest and most beautiful scenery in the whole of Europe together with an attractive climate, hotels and the friendliest people you could wish to meet.

Think of the variety of attractions. You may seek outdoor sporting activities. Walking, swimming, riding, sailing and fishing are just a few of the many possibilities for enjoying your holidays. Then there is an infinite variety of excursions by coach or railway, free afternoons on a lake steamer, visits to historic cities, these are just a few more of the variety of interests for your holiday in Switzerland. In the evening music fills the air, whether it is the local village band or an all-star variety show.

College English Achievement Test

for College English (New Edition)

《大学英语》（全新版）

4级学业测试题

Band 4

(2005. 05)

Shanghai Foreign Language Education Press

上海外语教育出版社

使用说明

1. 本试卷根据大学英语（全新版）第四册所学命题，供使用本教材的学校参考使用。

2. 本套考题的使用时间为120分钟。试卷内容分为：

听力：对话10题（10%），复合式听写（10%） 阅读：15题（30%） 词汇与结构：30题（15%） 完形填空：20题（10%） 英译汉：5句（10%） 命题写作：1题（15%） 3. 英译汉和作文范文仅供参考。

SFLEP College English (New Edition) Achievement Test (Band 4) 1

试卷一

I．Listening Comprehension (20%) Section A

Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a

question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C), and D) and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter with a single line through the center.

Example: You will hear: M: Is it possible for you to work late, Miss Grey?

W: Work late? I suppose so, if you really think it’s necessary.

Q: Where do you think this conversation most probably took place?

You will read: A) At an office.

B) In a waiting room. C) At an airport. D) In a restaurant.

From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they had to finish in the evening. This is most likely to have taken place at an office. Therefore, A) “At the office” is the best answer. You should choose [A] and mark it with a single line through the center.

1. A. She doesn’t want her boyfriend to give her a car. B. Her boyfriend has a lot of money.

C. The man ought to lend some money to her boyfriend. D. Her boyfriend was making fun of the man. 2. A. 4:00. B. 4:22. C. 4:15. D. 4:20.

3. A. He is going to change his job. B. He isn’t doing well with his work. C. He is doing pretty well now. D. He doesn’t like his work.

4. A. In the city. B. In the country. C. Near his company. D. Near the town. 5. A. He hasn’t seen it. B. He liked it better than Jaws. C. He thought Star Wars was not as good as Jaws. D. He didn’t like it. 6. A. Typing a proposal. B. Writing a proposal. C. Posting a proposal. D. Checking a proposal.

7. A. Follow the doctor’s advice. B. Forget to take any pills. C. Take five pills. D. Take two pills. 8. A. The woman didn’t hear the man come in.

B. The woman pretended to be deaf when the man came in. C. The woman didn’t mind the man’s disturbing her.

D. The woman asked the man to get home early next time.

9. A. Three times. B. Two times. C. Five times. D. Eight times. 10. A. 6. B. 12. C. 10. D. 18.

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Section B Compound Dictation (10%)

（注意：听力理解的B节（Section B）为复合式听写（Compound Diction），题目在试卷二上，

现在请取出试卷二。）

II. Reading Comprehension (30%)

Passage OneEver since William Harvey defined an animal’s heart as “the sovereign of everything

within them, the sum of their microcosm,” in De Motu Cordis in 1628, the heart has been one of the most widely studied organs of the body ? and fortunately so, given that heart disease is the world’s leading cause of death.

Each year, around 8 million people die from heart attacks and many millions more suffer from, and eventually succumb to, heart diseases such as congestive heart failure and arrhythmia (心律不齐). Global figures are rising, yet calculations suggest that this number could be slashed by around 50 per cent if smoking were removed from the equation. However, decreases would be offset to some degree as the world’s population ages, diets become more fat-laden and lifestyles more sedentary (久坐的), as all these factors are harmful to a healthy heart.

Although scientific study of the heart began four centuries ago, the past few decades have seen a paradigm (范例) shift in research. We are now able to monitor the process of contraction and relaxation that underlies the gross function of the heart at close quarters by tracking the movement of calcium (钙) and other ions (离子) within myocytes (肌细胞). And genetic information is used in trial heart gene therapy. As with all diseases, understanding the processes involved at the molecular and genetic level is enabling us to make inroads in preventing and treating heart disease.

11. If there is no one smoking, people suffering from heart diseases can be reduced _________. A. by about one fourth B. by about one thirds C. by about half D. to none

12. According to the passage, _________ is harmful to our hearts. A. drinking coffee B. long-time sitting

C. living a mobile life D. not eating regular meals 13. Scientific study of the heart _________. A. began a few decades ago B. began before Harvey’s time

C. is different from what it used to be

D. focuses on the ageing problem of the society

14. At the molecular level, researchers study the heart _________.

A. by tracking the movement of calcium and other ions within myocytes B. by monitoring the process of contraction and relaxation of the heart C. by doing trial heart gene therapy

D. by observing the heart beat of the subjects 15. Which of the following statements is NOT true?

8 外教社?《大学英语》（全新版）4级学业测试

Directions: Read the following passage and translate the underlined sentences into Chinese.

（注意：翻译做在试卷二上。）

For three centuries after the Norman conquest, two languages were used side by side in England. (76) Latin and French were the languages of the upper classes, spoken at courts and used in churches and schools. Official edicts and documents as well as literary works were written on parchment(羊皮纸) in Latin. (77) However, the common people clung to the Anglo-Saxon which had undergone remarkable changes. (78) The original system of Old English was weakened and a large number of French words had been absorbed. It is interesting to note that as most of the noblemen were French, so words that are related with enjoyment and pleasure are usually of the French origin whereas words that have to do with labor are usually of Old English origin. (79) Hence, different words for the live animals and for their meat after they are killed. Thus we have bull/beef, calf/veal, sheep/mutton. (80) The live animals looked after by poor English peasants had English names but the meat going to the tables of the French speaking lords had French names. In the 14th century, thousands of words and expressions were borrowed from French and Latin and Greek, and many inflectional forms of the words were dropped and formal grammar simplified.

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试卷二

Section B Compound Dictation (10%)

Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first

time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from S1 to S7 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from S8 to S10 you are required to fill in the missing information. You can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.

People over the age of 65 in the U.S.A. are called senior citizens. Life for these people is more different than for (S1) Americans. Most senior citizens retire, or no (S2) work full time. Also it is (S3) for people of this age to (S4) with their children and grandchildren. (S5) tend to live in their own houses or (S6) away from their families.

For many senior citizens, the years after 65 are not (S7) . They feel unproductive when they no longer work. In addition, they may feel lonely being away from their families and the contacts they had in their work. Moreover, (S8) . Other senior citizens enjoy their lives. They feel free to do things they were not able to do when they were working and raising families. They now have time to enjoy hobbies and sports and travel. Many senior citizens move to retirement communities located in warm climates. (S9) . The number of senior citizens in the U.S. is increasing rapidly because people are living longer than before. (S10) . Their concerns are receiving a wider audience than ever before. The time may come when all Americans will look forward to becoming senior citizens.

V. Translation (10%)

Directions: Read the following passage and translate the underlined sentences into Chinese.

S76. ____________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ S77. ____________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ S78. ____________________________________________________________________________

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________________________________________________________________________________ S79. ____________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ S80. ____________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________

VI. Guided Writing (15%)

Directions: For this part you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition. Your composition may

consist of two or three paragraphs and include the following main ideas given in Chinese.

假设你是上海一所著名大学的英语系教授，日前从一位朋友处得知史密斯教授下月将来华访问。史密斯教授专攻美国文学，目前在美国一所知名大学任教。请你写封信，邀请史密斯教授届时光临贵校，为英语系的学生做关于美国现代文学的讲座。

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Key to Achievement Test (Integrated Course 4)

I. Listening Comprehension Section A

1. D 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. C 6. D 7. A 8. A 9. B 10. D Section B: Compound Dictation

People over the age of 65 in the U.S.A. are called senior citizens. Life for these people is more different than for (S1) younger Americans. Most senior citizens retire, or no (S2) longer work full time. Also it is (S3) unusual for people of this age to (S4) live with their children and grandchildren. (S5) Grandparents tend to live in their own houses or (S6) apartments away from their families. For many senior citizens, the years after 65 are not (S7) enjoyable. They feel unproductive when they no longer work. In addition, they may feel lonely being away from their families and the contacts they had in their work. Moreover, (S8) they become more concerned with their health as they grow older. If they live in big cities, they often worry about their safety. Other senior citizens enjoy their lives. They feel free to do things they were not able to do when they were working and raising families. They now have time to enjoy hobbies and sports and travel. Many senior citizens move to retirement communities located in warm climates. (S9) Some senior citizens continue to work beyond retirement age. Many find new careers and professional opportunities after they retire. The number of senior citizens in the U.S. is increasing rapidly because people are living longer than before. (S10) Because of their larger numbers and more active life styles, senior citizens are gaining social influence in the country, both politically and economically. Their concerns are receiving a wider audience than ever before. The time may come when all Americans will look forward to becoming senior citizens.

II. Reading Comprehension Passage One: 11. C 12. B 13. C 14. A 15. D Passage Two: 16. D 17. B 18. A 19. A 20. A Passage Three: 21. D 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. C

III．Vocabulary and Structure

26. C 27. D 28. D 29. A 30. A 31. B 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. D 36. D 37. B 38. A 39. C 40. B 41. A 42. B 43. D 44. C 45. B 46. D 47. A 48. C 49. D 50. A 51. B 52. B 53. C 54. D 55. C

IV. Cloze

56. B 57. D 58. A 59. A 60. C 61. B 62. C 63. D 64. C 65. B 66. B 67. C 68. A 69. C 70. A 71. A 72. D 73. B 74. D 75. D

V: Translating the underlined sentences into Chinese.

76. 拉丁语和法语是上流社会的语言，用于法庭、教堂和学校。

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77. 不过，普通百姓仍坚持使用已发生很大变化的盎格鲁·萨克逊语言。

78. “古英语”原有的体系被削弱，大量的法语单词被吸收进来。 79. 因此，用来表达活的动物和它们被杀后的肉的单词不尽相同。 80. 由贫苦的英国农民看管的活的动物有英语名字，而说法语的地主们饭桌上摆的动物的肉却用法语名字。

V. Guided Writing Dear Professor Smith,

I learn from a friend of mine, Mr. David Zhang, that you are to visit China next month. May I take the opportunity to invite you to come to our university and give the students of our English department some lectures on “Modern American Culture”?

Located on the east coast of China, our university enjoys a history of over 80 years and an excellent reputation of higher education in the world. Our English Department has been growing very fast. Now we have over 50 teachers and nearly 200 undergraduates and graduate students.

Many students have read your articles published on several famous journals and are particularly interested in your pioneering views on modern literature. They will greatly appreciate it if they have an honour to listen to your lectures and are given a chance to consult you face to face.

With warmest regards and looking forward to your favorable reply.

Yours sincerely Huang Chengwei

SFLEP College English (New Edition) Achievement Test (Band 4) 13

Tapescript of Listening Comprehension (CET4)

Section A

Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a

question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C), and D) and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter with a single line through the center.

Example: You will hear: M: Is it possible for you to work late, Miss Grey?

W: Work late? I suppose so, if you really think it’s necessary.

Q: Where do you think this conversation most probably took place?

You will read: A) At an office.

B) In a waiting room. C) At an airport. D) In a restaurant.

From the conversation we know that the two were talking about some work they had to finish in the evening. This is most likely to have taken place at an office. Therefore, A) “At the office” is the best answer. You should choose [A] and mark it with a single line through the center.

1. M: Your boyfriend says he’s going to give you a car for your birthday.

W: Don’t believe him. He must have been pulling your leg when he told you that. Q: What does the woman mean?

2. W: Roberta took 22 minutes to dress and didn’t arrive until 4. M: Fortunately, we didn’t start until 4:15. Q: When did Roberta arrive?

3. W: How is George doing at the moment?

M: He’s doing fine. He planned to change his job for a while but finally decided to keep the present one.

Q: What can we learn about George in this conversation?

4. W: If I were you, I’d live in the city instead of commuting to work by train. M: But the country is so beautiful in the spring and fall. Q: Where does the man prefer to live? 5. W: I think Star Wars is a good movie. M: But Jaws is even better.

Q: What did the man think of Star Wars?

6. W: What are we going to do in case of mistake? The proposal has been typed already. It looks ready to go.

M: We’ll just have to write in any corrections by hand. Q: What are the man and the woman most likely doing?

7. M: Mrs. Hunter, you must take three pills every five hours without fail. And don’t forget to

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finish the bottle.

W: Don’t worry, Doctor. I want to get well as quickly as I can. Q: What will the woman probably do?

8. M: Oh dear. I got home very late last night. I hope I didn’t disturb you. W: No, I didn’t hear a thing.

Q: What can you conclude from this conversation? 9. W: Stephen, how did your football team do last season? M: We won three times, lost twice. Q: How many times did they lose?

10. W: Good afternoon, sir. What can I do for you?

M: Some travelers are coming for dinner this evening, I want to reserve three tables for four and three for two, please.

Q: How many people are coming for dinner?

Section B: Compound Dictation

Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first

time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from S1 to S7 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from S8 to S10 you are required to fill in the missing information. You can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.

People over the age of 65 in the U.S.A. are called senior citizens. Life for these people is more different than for (S1) younger Americans. Most senior citizens retire, or no (S2) longer work full time. Also it is (S3) unusual for people of this age to (S4) live with their children and grandchildren. (S5) Grandparents tend to live in their own houses or (S6) apartments away from their families. For many senior citizens, the years after 65 are not (S7) enjoyable. They feel unproductive when they no longer work. In addition, they may feel lonely being away from their families and the contacts they had in their work. Moreover, (S8) they become more concerned with their health as they grow older. If they live in big cities, they often worry about their safety. Other senior citizens enjoy their lives. They feel free to do things they were not able to do when they were working and raising families. They now have time to enjoy hobbies and sports and travel. Many senior citizens move to retirement communities located in warm climates. (S9) Some senior citizens continue to work beyond retirement age. Many find new careers and professional opportunities after they retire. The number of senior citizens in the U.S. is increasing rapidly because people are living longer than before. (S10) Because of their larger numbers and more active life styles, senior citizens are gaining social influence in the country, both politically and economically. Their concerns are receiving a wider audience than ever before. The time may come when all Americans will look forward to becoming senior citizens.

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