听力原文: Wilton K. Smith, the local business entrepreneur who was well-known to town resi
How much was the man's estate worth?
A.Nothing.
B.Under two thousand dollars.
C.A million dollars.
D.Over two million dollars.
How much was the man's estate worth?
A.Nothing.
B.Under two thousand dollars.
C.A million dollars.
D.Over two million dollars.
听力原文:M: Is Mr. Zhang in?
W: No, he is out. Who is this speaking, please?
M: James Smith.
Where is the conversation taking place?
A.In a bank.
B.In the office.
C.At Mr. Chang’s home.
D.On the telephone.
Which of the following places will the drivers near First street on Southbound Western Avenue NOT be diverted to?
A.Wilton Place
B.Lincoln Boulevard
C.Oxford Avenue
D.Normandy Avenue
听力原文:M: Hello, ABC Company. What can I do for you?
W: This is Jenny Black from the Smith Company. Can I speak to Peter Haw?
M: Speaking.
W: Mr. Haw, I'm calling about the delivery of the printers.
M: When did you order them?
W: About a week ago. And they should have been here yesterday.
M: I'm sorry about that. Well, let's see what can be done. Your delivery can be delivered tomorrow.
W: Tomorrow morning will be fine. So what time can we expect your truck?
M: Should we say between 10 and 11?
W: Good.
M: My apologies for the delay. Bye.
W: Bye.
(8)
A.To make an apology.
B.To place an order.
C.To ask about delivery.
D.To cancel an appointment.
听力原文: Those who had seen the film at previous sessions are divided into groups studying the elements of a petroleum-free community: food, water, shelter, health and medicine, and alternate energy sources. The energy group, which includes two solar equipment installers and a re- tired engineer/physicist, will study existing alternative energy sources and determine which are possible here. Also on the list are alternate-fuel transit systems, energy waste and conservation potential, and the offerings of at least two bio-diesel suppliers. The shelter group is considering such alternate building styles and how much of the needed material can be produced locally. Group members want to know how many people will need housing in the future and how to develop new housing without jeopardizing agricultural land. Opportunities for making existing housing more energy efficient and building shared-housing communities are also on the list. The health and medicine group is looking at incorporating alternative heating systems in the incoming hospital, social service networks, local cultivation of medicinal plants, and legal obstacles to alternative medical approaches.
The water group wants to know the amount needed for a family of four and the possibility of salvaging more of the rainy season's abundance.
What does this passage mainly discuss?
A.The sixth installment of the Harry Potter series.
B.The character of Harry Potter.
C.The kids' love for Harry Potter.
D.J. K. Rowling's writing style.
SECTION C NEWS BROADCAST
Directions: In this section you will hear everything ONCE ONLY. Listen carefully and then answer the questions that follow. At the end of each news item, you will be given 10 seconds to answer the questions.
听力原文: Sept. 16 (Bloomberg) --Three years after the Sept. 11 attacks in the U. S. , two breaches of security in two days at London's Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament prompted calls for increased measures to protect the U. K. capital.
Five protesters yesterday entered the main chamber of the House of Commons as legislators held a debate and on Tuesday a man scaled the walls of Buckingham Palace. The U. K. , which hasn't suffered a devastating terrorist attack since 29 people died in the Real IRA's August t998 Omagh bombing, is among countries that should revise their approach to security, a study commissioned by the European Union said yesterday.
While Britain has made progress, the incidents "highlight complacency and show that we still have a long way to go," said Sandra Bell, head of homeland security at the Royal United Services Institute, which analyzes security and defense issues. The U. K. needs to work on the "tools and technology" it uses to fight terrorism, she said in a telephone interview.
What made the British government think about strengthening security measures?
A.Some incidents had demonstrated its security problem.
B.The Royal family found it necessary to do so.
C.The House of Parliament proposed to do so.
D.The European Union suggested it doing so.
听力原文: Americans suffer from an overdose of work. Regardless of who they are or what they do, Americans spend more time at work than at any time since World War Ⅱ. In 1950, the US had fewer working hours than any other industrialized country. Today it exceeds every country but Japan, where industrial employees log 2,155 hours a year, compared with 1, 951 in the US, and 1,603 in the former West Germany. Between 1969 and 1989 employed Americans added an average of 138 hours to their yearly work schedules. The work week has remained at about 40 hours, but people are working more weeks each year. Specifically, pay time off holidays, vacations, sick leave shrank by 50% in the 1980's. As corporations have experienced stiff competition and slower growth productivity, they have pressed employees to work longer. Cost cutting lay-offs in the 1980's reduced the professional and managerial ranks leaving fewer people to get the job done. In lower paid occupations,, when wages have been reduced, workers have added hours in overtime or extra jobs to preserve their living standards. The government estimates that more than 7 million people hold a second job. For the first time, large numbers of people say they want to cut back on working hours even if it means earning less money. But most employers are unwilling to let them do so. The government, which has stepped back from its traditional role as a regulator? of work time should take steps to make shorter hours possible.
(34)
A.Germany.
B.Japan.
C.The U.S.
D.The U. K.
"Ahmadinejad was running an election campaign that was based on very general ideas like helping deprived people, like trying to stop this widening gap between those who have and those who have not as he says. In terms of social policies, he's going to be very strict. Based on his background, he's going to restrict some of the social freedoms that Iranian youth have asked for and have actually obtained, if indeed he has won."
Which of the following statements is NOT true?
A.Mr. Ahmadinejad has gained around 60 percent of the vote.
B.Mr. Ahmadinejad is a conservative.
C.Mr. Ahmadinejad is Interior Minister of Iran at present.
D.Mr. Ahmadinejad is going to restrict some of the social freedoms.
听力原文:W: Can I help you?
M: Sure. I'd like to book an airline ticket here.
W: Which airlines do you prefer?
M: I don't have any particular airlines in mind. Any one safe, reliable and reasonable is O. K. with me.
W: Where is your destination?
M: London.
W: From here?
M: Yes, from Norfolk International to London Heathrow Airport.
W: When would you like to leave?
M: Friday, the coming Friday.
W: There're dozen flights to London. Which do you prefer, morning, afternoon or night flight?
M: Is there any difference in price?
W: Yes. Generally speaking, the night flight is cheaper. Are you taking single or return?
M: Return. I'll be back Monday evening.
W: And economy class?
M: Yes.
W: You'll have our weekend bargain price. It's $480.
M: That's acceptable. Which airlines?
W: The US Air and the British Airways.
M: You mean I'll have to change.
W: Yes, at Dullas Airport, Washington D. C.
M: What time?
W: You leave Norfolk International at 9:55 p. m and Dullas at 11:50 p. m.
M: How long does the trip take?
W: About 5 hours. You'll be there in the morning.
M: That's O. K with me.
W: Can I have your name please?
M: John Smith.
W: John Smith. Shall I write your tickets now?
M: Wait a minute. How much luggage can I take onto the plane? I've got some documents and have to take good care of them.
W: It's 5 kilos. You may just take your documents with you and leave the other luggage to the airlines.
M: That's a good idea.
W: You'll return from Heathrow at 6 p.m. Monday and arrive at Dullas 7 p.m. Is that all right?
M: That's perfect. Please make my tickets O. K.
W: Sure. You don't have to have your return ticket confirmed.
M: Do you accept the credit card?
W: Yes. Please sign your name here. Thank you. Here you are, credit card, tickets and receipt.
M: I appreciate it.
W: You're welcome.
Where is the man going?
A.Dullas.
B.Norfolk.
C.London.
D.Washington D.C.
In 1922, Dick published his first book. He also married, in the same year, a woman named Jane Bobb. She was also a writer. The appearance of his most famous novel was in 1925. It was called The High Tower.
Although it was true that Dick had a natural talent for writing, he was also a compulsive drinker. Though a brilliant success in his youth, he never made the necessary adjustments for a maturing writer in an ever changing world. His later writings, Bladerunner, Killing Time, and The End Game, were less successful, so much that when he died in 1942 most of his books were no longer being printed and most people had forgotten about him.
His reputation in modern times is far greater than it was even during the time he was alive. This has been especially true since the film version of his famous novel The High Tower was, released.
We know about the. novels of Dick that ______.
A.His writing was influenced by black music
B.He described the Southern United States
C.His writings were about war
D.He wrote stream-of-consciousness style
W: Well, C. K. or Calvin Klein, is really divided up between two worlds--the Calvin Klein Luxury Business which we call the (22) "Collection" which is the best, the most expensive, luxurious products. And the world of C..K. which is really inspired by generation acts. (23) It's targeted to the younger people, to people who are more concerned about value, price, style. And the audience is much broader.
M: You are planning a fairly major assault on the Asian market. How did you set up?
W: Well, we set up an Asian company; we set up a Japanese company--Calvin Klein Japan, and Calvin Klein Asia. (24) People who open up retail stores will distribute our products to other retail stores, and set up" ship in shop" concepts, distribute Jeans more broadly, underwear and various other products that we make. And that's really exciting.
M: What does this mean though for your existing business relationships in Asia?
W: (25) Isetan is one of our partners in the Japanese companies, as Mitsui is one of our partners. There is a group of some of the best business partners that we could have, who together understand what the mission is, and to really take full advantage of the opportunities that are there in Japan and Southeast Asia for us. And we're doing the same in Europe. The plan is to globalize, you know. And we are doing, we are mirroring the same strategy in Europe as in Asia.
(23)
A.The most expensive products for women and children.
B.The most practical clothes for the old and the young.
C.The best and most luxurious garment products for men and women.
D.The best but very cheap jeans and underwear for ordinary consumers.
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