Listening

Module 1

Q1：

Not at all.

I was there yesterday.

I didn't see it.

Until last week.

Q2：

Either the first or the second.

The next day.

Donna's great with people.

Josh's camera is out of focus.

Q3：

It's cold in here.

It's automatic.

Let's try the fish.

Let's put some music on.

Q4：

The deadline was moved to Friday.

Well, I guess we know what to expect.

No, I haven't received any feedback yet.

The file is too large to send by email.

Q5：

It's at six thirty p.m.

It was a great meal.

Do you take reservations?

I've got prior commitments.

Q6：

I was worried about that too.

I do enjoy listening to the radio.

I'll take it off the calendar.

I would, but it's still in the shop.

Q7：

There are many good actors in that play.

I'm renovating my kitchen.

Let's call them and find out.

The chairs are very comfortable here.

Q8：

Whatever's more convenient.

I believe it was in black and white.

Yes, I certainly would.

I may be a little late.

Q9：

There's nowhere else I have to be next week.

I just had too many things I needed to do at home.

Let's review the plan.

There were a lot of terrific papers this year.

Q10：

It was even farther yesterday.

We have a replacement.

I don't think they have it yet.

Did you want to go for a swim?

Q11：

Yes, he placed the order.

He usually takes the bus.

I don't have a car.

Let's go to the park.

Q12：

It was due yesterday.

The Finance team is co-writing it.

I'll do it after the meeting.

I'll pay you back later if that's OK.

Conversation, Announcement, and Academic Talk

You will listen only one time and then answer questions.

In an actual test, the clock will indicate how much time you have to answer.

13-14

Q13：

Why does the woman encourage the man to complete a task today?

His students requested it.

The weather will be bad tomorrow.

The book he's using is overdue.

They have an important meeting tomorrow.

Q14：

What does the man say about a neighbor?

She will help him with some work.

She called a maintenance crew.

She is out of town for several days.

She borrowed something from him.

15-16

Q15：

What is the man looking for?

A birthday card

A book

A movie

A game

Q16：

What genre does the woman suggest?

Romance

Science fiction

Mystery

Historical fiction

17-18

Q17：

What kind of fitness class does the man mention?

Gentle yoga

Strength Training

Cardio

Pilates

Q18：

What does the man say about the instructors?

They are boring.

They are inexperienced.

They are motivating.

They are strict.

19-20

Q19：

What is the main topic of the announcement?

A new club member

A sporting event

An upcoming charity event

A change in the club's meeting schedule

Q20：

What are students encouraged to do?

Donate food items

Join a club

Visit the Student Center

Participate in a bake sale

21-22

Q21：

What is the main topic of the announcement?

A participation fee

A change in a meeting schedule

A volunteering opportunity

An upcoming guest lecture

Q22：

What are students encouraged to do?

Sign up for the lecture

Visit room 105

Prepare questions for Dr. Rivera

Mark their calendars

23-24

Q23：

What is the main topic of the announcement?

An upcoming technology expo

A student meeting

A computer science lecture

A new technology course

Q24：

What does the speaker hope the listeners will do?

Submit their projects

Prepare for a lecture

Attend the expo

Join the engineering club

25-28

Q25：

What is the main topic of the announcement?

A new bookstore opening

A change in an event's location

A writing workshop

An upcoming book fair

Q26：

What does the speaker hope the listeners will do?

Visit the bookstore

Attend the book fair

Submit their manuscripts

Join the workshops

Q27：

What is the main topic of the talk?

The reign of King John of England

The importance of a specific document

The grievances of English barons

The history of England since 1215

Q28：

According to the speaker, what was an immediate effect of the Magna Carta?

The king's power was no longer unlimited.

Access to private property increased.

Some important people had to face a trial.

Some men were freed from prison.

29-32

Q29：

Why does the speaker mention the United States Constitution and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

To highlight the Magna Carta's far - reaching influence

To explain the legal principle of due process

To compare the importance of two legal documents

To identify two legal documents that may seem to contradict each other

Q30：

What will the speaker discuss next?

The history of the idea of human rights

Details about the Magna Carta's contents

The preservation of an old document

Additional examples of human rights

Module 2

Q1：

I have a project I need to finish.

Yes, two times a week.

Sure, I took lots of notes.

The front door of the auditorium.

Q2：

It looks a bit windy out there, don't you think?

Yes, coffee sounds nice.

Cream but no sugar, please.

I'd rather have coffee first.

Q3：

Ms. Zhou has always done it in the past.

The last quarter ended in March.

Rick says it's been a rough quarter.

The report is on this week's agenda.

4-5

Q4：

Why is the woman going to the gym in the evening?

She needs to finish some work first.

She made plans with some friends.

The gym was closed for an afternoon event.

The gym is too crowded during the day.

Q5：

What is the man's attitude toward exercising?

He is uninterested in it.

He prefers to work out alone.

He wants to, but he needs encouragement.

He is very motivated and exercises frequently.

6-7

Q6：

What are the speakers mainly discussing?

A software update

An email promotion

Some changes to a presentation

Some new members of a work team

Q7：

What department of the company does the man most likely work in?

Advertising

Software Development

Human Resources

Project Planning

8-11

Q8：

What is an important feature of the Silk Road?

It consisted of multiple routes rather than one single road.

It had different names in the different countries it connected.

It was primarily used to trade spices and other foods.

It ended in India.

Q9：

According to the speaker, the Silk Road contributed to all of the following EXCEPT

the spread of knowledge

more interactions between countries

the exchange of religious ideas

the introduction of new transportation technology

Q10：

Why does the speaker mention Samarkand and Baghdad?

To illustrate the variety of items traded along the Silk Road

To describe the beneficial effect of the Silk Road on cities along its route

To explain how goods were transported on the Silk Road

To highlight the length of the Silk Road

Q11：

What will the speaker most likely discuss next?

The sea trade routes that existed at the time of the Silk Road

The role of merchants in cultural exchange

The impact of the Silk Road on European economies

The history of Buddhism in China

12-15

Q12：

What is the main topic of the talk?

The rediscovery of Petra's rock - cut architecture

The significance of the ancient city of Petra

Caravan routes used by Nabataean traders

New engineering techniques employed by Nabataean builders

Q13：

What does the speaker imply about the structure known as the Treasury?

It was similar to buildings in other kingdoms.

Its name does not reflect its purpose.

It is a lesser-known building.

It was part of Petra's water-management system.

Q14：

What does the speaker point out about the city's water system?

It allowed Petra to survive in a dry location.

It consisted mostly of channels carved into cliffs.

It depended on water channels flowing east to west.

It was built by Greek and Roman engineers.

Q15：

What does the speaker say about Petra's culture?

It was the main factor in Petra's economic success.

It was a mixture of several cultures.

It is still a mystery for archaeologists.

It continues to influence Petra's inhabitants today.

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