Section B
Directions: This section is to test your ability to understand short conversations. There are 2 recorded conversations in it. After each conversation, there are some recorded questions. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, you should choose the correct answer from the 4 choices marked A, B, C, and D.
听力原文:W: So, what's your usual day like? You always seem so busy.
M: I usually get up around 5:00 a.m. and work on the computer until 6:00 a.m.
W: Why do you get up so early?
M: Well, I have to leave home at 6:40 a.m. so I can catch a bus at 7:00 o'clock.
W: And what time do you get to work?
M: Uh, my bus takes about an hour to get there, but it stops right in front of my office.
W: That's nice. And what time do you get off work?
M: Uh, around 5:00 o'clock. Then, we eat supper around 6:30, and my wife and I read and play with the kids until 8:00 or so.
(10)
At 6:40 a.m.
B. At 7:20 a.m.
C. At 6:20 a.m.
D. At 7:40 a.m.
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Task 1
Directions: After reading the following passage, you will find 5 questions or unfinished statements, numbered 36 through 40. For each question or statement there are 4 choices marked A, B, C, and D. You should make the correct choice.
At the turn of the century it is estimated that a student living alone requires on average A$12 000 (Australian dollars)in living expenses for each year of study in Australia. Of course, these costs increase with time.
Upon arrival, students should have funds in excess of the average to cover the cost of text books and establishment expenses such as rental payment and basic furniture items. The amount spent on food, recreation, and entertainment expenses will vary according to requirements, budget, and location.
Those who are prepared to live in shared accommodation, which may not be suitable for all, might manage on AS 10 000 per year. It is preferable for overseas students whose English is in need of practice to take advantage of living in situations with native speakers whenever possible. However, sharing with friends who are easy to communicate with is probably more sensible at first.
The above figures do not include the cost of large non-essential items such as household equipment or a car. Owning and maintaining a motor vehicle is expensive in Australia. Insurance is compulsory and costly, and parking both on and off campus can be a problem requiring additional expense. It is not advisable for a student to own a car unless it is absolutely necessary. A reasonable second hand car can cost more than A$4 000.
Educational institutions are almost always serviced by reliable public transport. The university and college campuses within the major cities are well served by public buses. In addition, the larger cities have extensive train systems. For example, in Sydney, most college and university campuses are only 10 or 20 minutes from a rail station.
Sharing accommodation is ______.
A. 10 000 per year cheaper than living alone
B. more expensive than living alone
C. not always suitable for students
D. suitable for most students
听力原文:W: How long will it take you to fix my watch?
M: It won't be longer than a week and I'll call you when it's ready.
Q: What's the probable relationship between the two speakers?
(4)
A. Boss and secretary.
B. Librarian and student.
Customer and repairman.
D. Operator and caller.
What conflicts with the possible results of the implementation of the Act?
A. a citizen may be bothered by salesmen who have got his personal information from his ID card.
B. security threats may raise because of the complicated processes of identity registration.
C. illegal immigrants may make use of the private information of US citizens for work.
D. unfair treatments may occur between dwellers in the US and lead to stronger discrimination.
It can be inferred from the text that the primary freedom is ______
A. The freedom of "wheels" for kids to get a driver's license.
B. The freedom of professors to teach according to academic findings.
C. The freedom of the slaves to gain their independence.
D. The freedom to do the things that one thinks to be right.