How does the woman sound?

Could you turn that down? I'm trying to talk on the phone.<br />Is it too loud? Why didn't you say so?

 When will the man leave for Washington?

I'd like to book a train ticket for tonight to Washington.<br />Monday night. Let's see. I'm afraid it's full. We don't have anything till Wednesday night.<br />Wait a minute. I just got a cancellation for tomorrow night.<br />I'll take that.

 What does the woman dislike about her neighborhood?

Do you live in a pleasant neighborhood?<br />Actually, it's not very nice.<br />There are apartment buildings for blocks and blocks and not a tree for miles.<br />However, the residents are friendly.

 Where did the man last see his passport?

Where could you possibly have lost your passport?<br />I had it when I got off the plane because I went to the car rental agency and showed<br />it to them to get a car, and then when I went to the hotel to check in, I couldn't find<br />it.

 What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

How is your leg?<br />It's much better.<br />I have started running in the local park.<br />Be careful.<br />When your workmate brought you to our hospital, you were not in a very healthy condition at<br />all.

 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

Are you coming to Rosa's party next weekend?<br />I'm not sure. Which day is it?<br />At first, she planned it for Saturday, but her favourite band is playing that night,<br />so she is having it on Sunday night.<br />Oh, that's too bad. I don't think I can make it.<br />I have to catch an early flight on Monday morning.<br />Are you coming to Rosa's party next weekend?<br />I'm not sure. Which day is it?<br />At first, she planned it for Saturday, but her favourite band is playing that night,<br />so she is having it on Sunday night.<br />Oh, that's too bad. I don't think I can make it.<br />I have to catch an early flight on Monday morning.<br />I have to catch an early flight on Monday morning.<br />I have to catch an early flight on Monday morning.<br />I have to catch an early flight on Monday morning.<br />I have to catch an early flight on Monday morning.<br />I have to catch an early flight on Monday morning.

1. （1） When was Rosa's party scheduled to take place at first?

   A . Next Monday. B . Next Saturday. C . Next Sunday.
3. （2） What will the woman probably do next Sunday night?

   A . Catch a flight. B . Attend a concert. C . Rest at home.

 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

Have you decided what to buy your mother for her birthday?<br />I'm thinking of buying her a book. Can you suggest anything?<br />It depends on what she enjoys reading. For example, my mother would love a good romantic novel.<br />No, my mother doesn't read things like that.<br />How about a historical novel then?<br />Yes, I think she'd prefer that. But I was thinking of something that she wouldn't just read,<br />put away on the bookcase and forget all about it.<br />I prefer to buy her something she'd have more use for. You know, something with cooking skills maybe.<br />Have you decided what to buy your mother for her birthday?<br />I'm thinking of buying her a book. Can you suggest anything?<br />It depends on what she enjoys reading. For example, my mother would love a good romantic novel.<br />No, my mother doesn't read things like that.<br />How about a historical novel then?<br />Yes, I think she'd prefer that. But I was thinking of something that she wouldn't just read,<br />put away on the bookcase and forget all about it.<br />I prefer to buy her something she'd have more use for. You know, something with cooking skills maybe.

1. （1） What are the speakers talking about?

   A . Choosing a gift. B . Reading habits. C . Developing hobbies.
3. （2） What does the woman want to buy?

   A . A romantic novel. B . A historical novel. C . A cookbook.

 听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。

Hi there, I'm interested in the history of art course.<br />Is that the two-year A-Level course?<br />Sorry, what do you mean by A-Level?<br />The A-Level Art History course is a two-year pre-university course with examinations at<br />the end of each year.<br />Oh no, I don't want to take any exams.<br />It's just for interest.<br />Okay, in that case, we have a one-year Art Appreciation course.<br />Can you explain what the course covers?<br />Yeah, it is offered weekly, for two hours each time.<br />Basically, it teaches you how to look at art.<br />Are you saying that it doesn't really deal with the history of art?<br />There is some history of art in it, of course.<br />Typically, students look at works of art and then comment on them.<br />Then they're told about what the artists were trying to achieve, and then they look at their<br />work again, with fresh eyes as it were.<br />Hi there, I'm interested in the history of art course.<br />Is that the two-year A-Level course?<br />Sorry, what do you mean by A-Level?<br />The A-Level Art History course is a two-year pre-university course with examinations at<br />the end of each year.<br />Oh no, I don't want to take any exams.<br />It's just for interest.<br />Okay, in that case, we have a one-year Art Appreciation course.<br />Can you explain what the course covers?<br />Yeah, it is offered weekly, for two hours each time.<br />Basically, it teaches you how to look at art.<br />Are you saying that it doesn't really deal with the history of art?<br />There is some history of art in it, of course.<br />Typically, students look at works of art and then comment on them.<br />When they're told about what the artists were trying to achieve, and then they look<br />at their work again, with fresh eyes as it were.

1. （1） What is the man doing?

   A . Sharing his interest. B . Asking for information. C . Changing the class schedule.
3. （2） Why doesn't the man choose the A-level course?

   A . He wants a shorter course. B . He dislikes the teaching style. C . He prefers an exam-free course.
5. （3） How often does the art appreciation course take place?

   A . Once a month. B . Once a week. C . Twice a week.
7. （4） What will students learn about to understand works of art?

   A . The artists' life. B . The artists' comments. C . The artists' goals.

 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。

Hi, Anna. Thanks for staying after class.<br />It's no problem, Mr. Band. Why do you want to see me?<br />Well, I want to tell you about a cooking conference that is coming up in November.<br />A cooking conference? But, Mr. Band, you're an English teacher.<br />Well, of course, but I've noticed in your class journal that you often write about the<br />other things you and your family cook at home. Is it true that you're interested in cooking?<br />Sure. I love to cook.<br />So, would you be interested in attending the conference?<br />Maybe, but I have no idea what a cooking conference would be like.<br />Well, this is a young people's cooking conference. You'll listen to speeches by some famous chefs.<br />Take lessons and meet other people interested in cooking.<br />That sounds great. How do I sign up?<br />You can access their website. I'll write the link for you.<br />Thanks, Mr. Band.<br />Hi, Anna. Thanks for staying after class.<br />It's no problem, Mr. Band. Why do you want to see me?<br />Well, I want to tell you about a cooking conference that is coming up in November.<br />A cooking conference? But, Mr. Band, you're an English teacher.<br />Well, of course, but I've noticed in your class journal that you often write about the things<br />you and your family cook at home. Is it true that you're interested in cooking?<br />Sure. I love to cook.<br />So, would you be interested in attending the conference?<br />Maybe, but I have no idea what a cooking conference would be like.<br />Well, this is a young people's cooking conference.<br />You'll listen to speeches by some famous chefs.<br />Take lessons and meet other people interested in cooking.<br />That sounds great. How do I sign up?<br />You can access their website. I'll write the link for you.<br />Thanks, Mr. Band.

1. （1） Why does Mr. Band want to talk to Anna after class?

   A . To discuss her class journal. B . To tell her about a conference. C . To ask about her cooking experience.
3. （2） What is Anna's reaction to Mr. Band's words at first?

   A . Surprise. B . Disinterest. C . Excitement.
5. （3） What does Anna say about the cooking conference?

   A . She knows nothing about it. B . She has signed up for it online. C . She will attend it with her family.
7. （4） What will Anna do at the cooking conference?

   A . Make a speech. B . Learn cooking skills. C . Compete with other people.

 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。

Welcome to this very special meeting of the Folsom Creek Community Support Group. It's<br />hard to believe that a month has passed by since the flooding. It feels like yesterday<br />that my wife and I walked into our house and saw all the damage. We were just standing<br />there in shock. When two young people from the neighbourhood walked into the yard asking,<br />how can we help? It was in that spirit that our community support group was formed. Considering<br />what we've all been through, what has really moved me is people's willingness and desire<br />to help out their neighbours. However, despite tireless work on the clean-up, there are still<br />28 families that have not been able to move back into their homes yet. So our focus now<br />is on raising money to help those families. We are starting next Saturday with a bake<br />sale which will be held in the yard of the high school at noon, so those interested please<br />come and see me when we finish here tonight. Welcome to this very special meeting of the<br />Folsom Creek Community Support Group. It's hard to believe that a month has passed by<br />since the flooding. It feels like yesterday that my wife and I walked into our house and<br />saw all the damage. We were just standing there in shock. When two young people from<br />the neighbourhood walked into the yard asking, how can we help? It was in that spirit that<br />our community support group was formed. Considering what we've all been through, what has really<br />moved me is people's willingness and desire to help out their neighbours. However, despite<br />tireless work on the clean-up, there are still 28 families that have not been able to move<br />back into their homes yet. So our focus now is on raising money to help those families.<br />We are starting next Saturday with a bake sale which will be held in the yard of the<br />high school at noon, so those interested please come and see me when we finish here tonight.

1. （1） What happened a month ago?

   A . The community was flooded. B . Two young people were rescued. C . The speaker's house was destroyed.
3. （2） What problem does the community have?

   A . It lacks volunteers. B . The high school yard is unavailable. C . Some families can't return to their homes.
5. （3） What will the Group do next Saturday?

   A . Raise money. B . Clean up the yard. C . Hold a meeting.