When will the speakers meet?

My first class starts at nine o'clock a.m.<br />It's a two-hour lecture, so I can meet you after at the gym.<br />Okay, but hurry, because I have a lesson at one o'clock p.m. that I can't be late for.

 What does the woman expect to do today?

What do you want to do today? Play tennis?<br />Um, no. I don't think so.<br />How about swimming? It's hot today.<br />Look at our house. I think we have to clean it.

 What will the man do tonight?

We're planning a party tonight, don't miss it.<br />I'm sorry, I really want to come, but my parents will come to visit me.<br />I have to pick them up at the airport this afternoon, and we'll have dinner outside later.<br />We haven't met since I came to work here.

 Why is Maria calling the man?

Hello, Maria speaking. I just want to remind you of a sales promotion this weekend. Come<br />around and select your favorite books. Thanks. Let me check my schedule. I have a dentist's<br />appointment then but I can make it another time.

 What is the woman doing?

Hey Jillian, I heard you were traveling around the world.<br />Yes, I took a year out to travel before coming here to university.<br />And I plan to share my travel experiences in my daily blog during the summer holidays.<br />Sounds great.

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I'll go to the countryside of Vietnam to build a bridge.<br />I have to read these safety handbooks.<br />What are they about?<br />Well, there are lots of dangerous animals in Vietnam.<br />This one tells me what to do if I get bitten by a worm.<br />Are there lots of spiders?<br />Yes, and they like to make their webs everywhere, so you always need to check inside your shoes.<br />I read about one spider that made its web in a hotel, and it even killed a tourist in the hotel room.<br />Don't worry, I'll be very careful while staying there.<br />I'll go to the countryside of Vietnam to build a bridge.<br />I have to read these safety handbooks.<br />What are they about?<br />Well, there are lots of dangerous animals in Vietnam.<br />This one tells me what to do if I get bitten by a worm.<br />Are there lots of spiders?<br />Yes, and they like to make their webs everywhere, so you always need to check inside your shoes.<br />I read about one spider that made its web in a hotel, and it even killed a tourist in the hotel room.<br />Don't worry, I'll be very careful while staying there.<br />I'll be very careful while staying in Vietnam, so you always need to check inside your shoes.<br />I read about one spider that made its web in a hotel, and it even killed a tourist in the hotel room.<br />I'll be very careful while staying in Vietnam, so you always need to check inside your shoes.<br />I read about one spider that made its web in a hotel, and it even killed a tourist in the hotel room.

1. （1） Why is the man going to Vietnam?

   A . To travel. B . To work. C . To study.
3. （2） What does the man know about spiders from the handbooks?

   A . They have killed plenty of tourists. B . They are often eaten by other animals. C . They like to make their webs everywhere.

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I am wondering why there are so many overweight people.<br />There are many gyms here.<br />Well, there are certain factors that affect people's size and weight.<br />What are they?<br />A recent study suggested that low-income groups have a higher percentage of overweight people<br />than higher-income families.<br />Why?<br />The survey said that the low-income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis.<br />That makes sense.<br />Junk food is cheaper, but it contains lots of fat and oil.<br />There is another reason why so many people are fat.<br />What's that?<br />People don't like doing exercise anymore.<br />Americans spend an average of six hours on TV every day.<br />Wow!<br />No wonder people are so fat.<br />What about you?<br />Do you work out regularly?<br />Yeah, I do.<br />And I started a diet and lost ten pounds.<br />So what happened next?<br />Well, I quit and gained it back plus five pounds.<br />You should have kept trying.<br />I am wondering why there are so many overweight people.<br />There are many gyms here.<br />Well, there are certain factors that affect people's size and weight.<br />What are they?<br />The recent study suggested that low-income groups have a higher percentage of overweight<br />people than higher-income families.<br />Why?<br />The survey said that the low-income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis.<br />That makes sense.<br />Junk food is cheaper, but it contains lots of fat and oil.<br />There is another reason why so many people are fat.<br />What's that?<br />People don't like doing exercise anymore.<br />Americans spend an average of six hours on TV every day.<br />Wow!<br />No wonder people are so fat.<br />What about you?<br />Do you work out regularly?<br />Yeah, I do.<br />And I started a diet and lost ten pounds.<br />So what happened next?<br />Well, I quit and gained it back plus five pounds.<br />You should have kept trying.

1. （1） Which group may have more over-weight people?

   A . High-income group. B . Middle class. C . Low-income group.
3. （2） What happened to the woman at last?

   A . She lost 10 pounds. B . She regained 5 pounds. C . She became slimmer.

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You finally came back, Peter. I've been waiting for you for a long time in the store.<br />Have you got the dress for the wedding?<br />Yes, I searched every corner of this place and finally found this perfect dress in this store.<br />What took you so long, Peter?<br />Oh, there was another problem at the bank. The internet couldn't be connected to.<br />The repairman was supposed to get it fixed this morning, but I overheard he forgot the repair time.<br />So I went to the travel agency next to it.<br />Why?<br />I have no idea where we should spend our honeymoon, so I thought the agents could give me some advice.<br />Did they?<br />Yes. At first I was thinking about Paris or Berlin, but soon I found Henry.<br />The agent I was talking to is from Los Angeles.<br />You mean we're going to Los Angeles? That's great. I love beaches.<br />I'm so glad you like it. Henry gave me a guidebook. On my way back, I also bought a map of the city.<br />Sounds great. I'm hungry now. Shall we discuss it while we are eating?<br />No problem. I also need a cup of coffee.<br />You finally came back, Peter. I've been waiting for you for a long time in the store.<br />Have you got the dress for the wedding?<br />Yes, I searched every corner of this place and finally found this perfect dress in this store. What took you so long, Peter?<br />Oh, there was another problem at the bank. The internet couldn't be connected to.<br />The repairman was supposed to get it fixed this morning, but I overheard he forgot the repair time.<br />So I went to the travel agency next to it.<br />Why?<br />I have no idea where we should spend our honeymoon, so I thought the agents could give me some advice.<br />Did they?<br />Yes. At first, I was thinking about Paris or Berlin, but soon I found Henry. The agent I was talking to is from Los Angeles.<br />You mean we're going to Los Angeles? That's great. I love beaches.<br />I'm so glad you like it. Henry gave me a guidebook. On my way back, I also bought a map of the city.<br />Sounds great. I'm hungry now. Shall we discuss it while we are eating?<br />No problem. I also need a cup of coffee.

1. （1） What caused Peter the problems at the bank?

   A . The bank was closed. B . The repairman forgot the time. C . The computer didn't work.
3. （2） Which country is Henry from?

   A . France. B . America. C . Germany.
5. （3） Where does the conversation take place?

   A . At a bank. B . At a restaurant. C . At a shop.

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Excuse me, can I help you?<br />Yes, my boyfriend and I want to check in.<br />I have booked.<br />What's your name and your phone number?<br />Kathy from New York.<br />My phone number is 155-383-22619.<br />Okay, room 188.<br />And here is your key card.<br />Thank you.<br />I can tell that you're a German.<br />That's right.<br />My name is Fritz Seiler.<br />Nice to meet you.<br />Is this your first trip to Europe?<br />Yes, it is.<br />Besides Greece, where else do you plan to go?<br />We plan to visit Denmark and Sweden, too.<br />Good choices.<br />I hope next time you can spend some time in Germany.<br />It's beautiful and has great food.<br />Maybe we will.<br />Bye.<br />Excuse me, can I help you?<br />Yes, my boyfriend and I want to check in.<br />I have booked.<br />What's your name and your phone number?<br />Kathy from New York.<br />My phone number is 155-383-22619.<br />Okay, room 188.<br />And here is your key card.<br />Thank you.<br />I can tell that you're a German.<br />That's right.<br />My name is Fritz Seiler.<br />Nice to meet you.<br />Is this your first trip to Europe?<br />Yes, it is.<br />Besides Greece, where else do you plan to go?<br />We plan to visit Denmark and Sweden, too.<br />Good choices.<br />I hope next time you can spend some time in Germany.<br />It's beautiful and has great food.<br />Maybe we will.<br />Bye.

1. （1） Where does the conversation probably take place?

   A . At home. B . In a hotel. C . In the street.
3. （2） Which place will the woman visit?

   A . America. B . Germany. C . Sweden.
5. （3） Whom is the woman going with?

   A . Her boyfriend. B . Fritz Seiler. C . Her parents.
7. （4） What are the woman doing?

   A . Checking in. B . Booking a hotel. C . Buying keys.

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Dear Guests, Welcome to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.<br />Located at No. 1375 Panda Road, the base is 10 kilometers away from the city center and<br />over 30 kilometers from Chengdu, Shuangliou International Airport, which serves as a reserve<br />for giant pandas, red pandas and other endangered wild animals unique to China.<br />To make you have a better experience some rules must be followed.<br />First, please keep quiet.<br />Giant pandas and other animals are quiet by nature and will be stressed by loud and sudden<br />noise.<br />Second, you may take pictures, but you are not allowed to use a flash.<br />The eyes of animals especially baby pandas are sensitive to flashes.<br />Most important of all, do not feed animals.<br />Their food is not suitable for them and will make them sick.<br />At the base, there is a tourist service center providing Chinese and foreign tourists with<br />free services including a microwave oven, hot water, baby carriages, armchairs, walking<br />sticks, umbrellas and sewing kits.<br />If you have any questions, please call 8351-0033.<br />Wish you a happy journey.<br />Dear guests, Welcome to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.<br />Located at No. 1375 Panda Road, the base is 10 kilometers away from the city center and<br />over 30 kilometers from Chengdu, Shuang Liu International Airport, which serves as a reserve<br />for giant pandas, red pandas and other endangered wild animals unique to China.<br />To make you have a better experience some rules must be followed.<br />First, please keep quiet.<br />Giant pandas and other animals are quiet by nature and will be stressed by loud and sudden<br />noise.<br />Second, you may take pictures, but you are not allowed to use a flash.<br />The eyes of animals especially baby pandas are sensitive to flashes.<br />Most important of all, do not feed animals.<br />Your food is not suitable for them and will make them sick.<br />At the base, there is a tourist service center providing Chinese and foreign tourists with<br />free services, including a microwave oven, hot water, baby carriages, arm chairs, walking<br />sticks, umbrellas and sewing kits.<br />If you have any questions, please call 8351-0033.<br />Wish you a happy journey.

1. （1） Where is the Base located?

   A . 10 km away from the city center. B . Less than 30 km from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. C . No. 1357 Panda Road.
3. （2） Which action is allowed when visiting the Base?

   A . Feeding the animals using bamboo. B . Chatting loudly with friends. C . Taking pictures for pandas without flashes.
5. （3） What service can you get for free at the Base?

   A . Refilling a cup of hot coffee. B . Buying food for dinner. C . Using an umbrella when it rains.
7. （4） Who are the target listeners of this article?

   A . Tourists visiting the Base. B . Volunteers taking care of the wild animals. C . Scientists doing research at the Base.