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第一篇The legislation ends a 34-year ban on nuclear trade between the two countries. It allows the United States to share civilian nuclear technology and materials with India. For its part, New Delhi is promising to open some of its nuclear facilities to U.N. inspection. President Bush signed the measure in the White House East Room, Wednesday. "This legislation will enhance our cooperation in using nuclear energy to power our economies, will help us to work together more closely to reduce the danger of nuclear proliferation across the world," President Bush said.The agreement itself is to be signed Friday by Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and her Indian counterpart, Pranab Mukherjee.President Bush noted that relations between Washington and New Delhi have, at times, been cool."In recent years we have worked to transform our relationship into a strong strategic partnership," said Mr. Bush. "One area where we saw tremendous potential for cooperation is energy. As our economies have grown, our demands for energy have grown, as well. It has become increasingly clear that we need to generate in ways that are safe and clean and secure. One energy source that can generate large amounts of electricity with zero emissions of air pollution or greenhouse gases is nuclear power."In 1998, India made headlines with a series of nuclear weapons tests. New Delhi has signed neither the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty nor the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Some U.S. legislators who oppose the new pact say there are insufficient safeguards to prevent India from diverting nuclear fuel from its intended civilian use to its weapons program.Indian officials have said they are committed to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.第二篇The sense of sound is one of our most important means of knowing what is going on around us. Sound has a wasted product, too, in the form of noise. Noise has been called unwanted sound. Noise is growing and it may get much worse before it gets and better. Scientists, for several years, have been studying how noise affects people and animals. They are surprised by what they have learned. Peace and quiet are becoming harder to find. Noise pollution—the crashing, squeaking, banging, hammering of people—is no joke. It is a threat that should be looked at carefully. Sound is measured in units called “decibels”. At a level of 140 decibels people feel pain in their ears.Automobiles, trucks, buses, motorcycles, airplanes, boats, factories, bands—all these things make noise. They bother not only our ears, but our minds and bodies as well. There is a saying about it being so noisy that you can’t hear yourself think. Doctors who study noise believe that we must sometimes hear ourselves think. If we don’t we may ha ve headaches, other aches and pains, or even worse mental problems. Noise adds more tension to society that already faces enough stress. But noise is not a new problem. In ancient Rome, people complained so much about noise that the government stopped chariots from moving through the streets at night!Noise can be separated into a few general groups. The following examples are taken from hearings before the US Senate Subcommittee on Air and Water Pollution in 1970.Occupational noise—Factory workers who always hear noise have poorer hearing than other groups.Aircraft noise—Around airports or on air routes the noise of airplanes taking off and landing causes the greatest complaints.Traffic noise—Away from the noise of planes, traffic sounds break in on our peace and quiet. Trucks and motorcycles cause the most problems.第三篇in China, people can often see a pair of stone lions, a male and a female, in front of the gates of traditional buildings. The male is on the left with his right front paw resting on a ball, and the female on the right with her left front paw fondling their cub.The lion is a very special animal to Chinese people. Traditionally, he is regarded as the king of the animal world, the animal that represents power and prestige. The ball the male lion is playing with probably symbolizes the joy of family or the unity of the whole empire, and the cub the female is fondling, the thriving children.Traditionally, however, the stone lions were only to be found in front of the gates of mansions of powerful officials. In fact, the rank of the officials was indicated by the number of curls on the lion's head. The lion for the highest rank had 13 curls, and the number decreased by one as the rank went down until it reached the 7th rank, because below that no one was allowed to have stone lions guard their house at all.It is interesting to note that lions were not native to China. It is said that the first lion was brought into the country as a girl from the King of Parthia to the Chinese Emperor of the Eastern Han who reigned the country at around 87 AD. The next year, another lion was given by a country from Central Asia. But it was probably the introduction of Buddhism to China during this period that got sculptors interested in, making stone lions, because according to the legend, when Sakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism, was born, he was seen to "point to Heaven with one hand and to Earth with the other, mating like a lion." In the Buddhist faith, therefore, the lion is considered divine. It is a noble creature sent by the Buddha to protect the Truth and keep off evils.Stone lions have also been used to decorate bridges for the same reason. The best known is the Lugouqiao (also known as Marco Polo Bridge). Built from 1189 to 1192, the lion stones sculpted on the posts of the bridge have stood on guard for more than 800 years. One funny thing about the stone lions on the bridge is people often 'disagree on the exact number. It is said that there are 485 in all, but there may be 498 or 501. No wonder people often say "as many as the stone lions on the Lugouqiao". You cannot count them.第四篇The G8 summit has ended with agreement on aid to Africa, help for the Palestinians, and a vow to seek consensus on global warming. This meeting to the world's leading industrialized nations and Russia may be best remembered for its unity in the face of terrorism.The final image of this summit sent a strong message, the sight of the G8 leaders standing as one' to condemn terrorism, along with a group of presidents and prime ministers from Africa.British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who left the summit for several hours Thursday to go to the scene of the London bombings, walked to the podium."We speak today in the shadow of terrorism, but it will not obscure what we came here to achieve."Mr. Blair said the G8 will address the hopelessness and poverty that can create a breeding ground for terrorism. He made specific mention of a significant increase in aid to the Palestinians."Yesterday evening, the G8 agreed to a substantial package of help for the Palestinian Authority amounting to up to $3 billion so that two states, Israel and Palestine, two peoples and two religions can live side-by-side in peace."The Palestinian assistance was a surprise. The summit was expected to focus mainly on aid to Africa. In addition to an already completed agreement on debt cancellation, the G8 promised a $50 billion aid package, steps to boost trade, and efforts to dramatically increase access to AIDS treatment."It isn't the end of poverty in Africa, but it is the hope that it can be ended. It isn't all everyone reed, but it is progress, real and achievable progress."The leaders of Algeria, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa and Tanzania joined the G8 members for their deliberations on Africa. Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo said the meeting was a success, adding he could not understand what the terrorists hoped to achieve by staging attacks in London as the G8 was beginning its work."Africa needs the undiverted attention and commitment of the G8. We are pleased that our interlocutors have affirmed their resolve not to be diverted by these terrorist acts." The G8 continued to meet throughout the crisis, with British Foreign Secretary Jack Straw assuming the chair while Prime Minister Blair returned to London.More than a dozen statements and agreements were put out by the G8 leaders, including a caret fully worded document on climate change.President Bush is the only G8 member who has not signed onto the Kyoto Protocol, which is designed to reduce emissions of gases that pollute the air and warm the atmosphere. The sure, hit acknowledged this split on Kyoto and said it is time for all countries to do what they can to address the problem. Prime Minister Blair said they all realize they have a responsibility to be good stewards the environment."We do not hide the disagreements of the past. But we have agreed to a process with a plan of action that will initiate a new dialogue between the G8 countries and the emerging economies of the world to slow down and then in time to reverse the rise in harmful greenhouse gas."He said that dialogue would begin on the 1st of November with a meeting in Britain.第五篇Brand: The Kyoto agreement to cut greenhouse gas emissions goes into effect today minus the biggest polluter, the United States. President Bush has rejected the agreement, saying it would harm the US economy. But dozens of other countries have pledged to reduce carbon dioxide from power plants, cars and other sources. NPR's Richard Harris is here to explain. And, Richard, tell us a bit about this Kyoto agreement. What does it compel countries who have signed on to it to do?Harris: Well, there are about 140 countries, or a little more than that, who've signed on to it, and most of them actually don't have to do anything at ail. Developing countries just sort of have signed on to the concept that it's a good thing to think about the global climateand ultimately maybe to do something about it. But about 35 industrialized countries actually have taken on commitments to cap their emissions and start to reduce their emissions of carbon dioxide and other gases that contribute to global warming. Brand: And so will it have the desired effect in reducing greenhouse gases worldwide? Harris: Well, we will see how much effect it has in terms of whether people can reach their targets is the first question. They have till 2012 to do so. And targets range from—actually, some countries say they re going to actually experience small increases, and some countries say that they re hoping to reduce their emissions fairly significantly. But even if everyone reaches the targets that they have proclaimed they are going to reach, it actually will not make much of a difference. And that's for a couple of reasons, one of which is that some of the world's biggest contributors are not on board. Beyond that, even if everyone reaches those limits, the point of fact is, these gases are building up so much in the atmosphere, you'd actually have to cut them back by about 60 percent or maybe more globally before you really would stabilize the atmosphere and that is a tough, tough target. Brand: Sixty percent. Wow.Harris: Yeah.Brand: It was negotiated eight years ago. Why did it take so long to go into effect? Harris: Well, the treaty requires a certain percentage of the world's emitters to sign on to it. And Europe was very eager to do so, and Japan signed on quite rapidly, as did a lot of the non emitting countries or countries that didn't have any obligations under the treaty, I should say. But getting that last signature took a long time. It had to either be the United States or Russia in order to put the treaty into effect. And the US decided not to sign on to it, and Russia took its time trying to make some deals, I think, with Europe about what else it could get in exchange for signing the Kyoto Protocol. Russia finally signed on to the treaty in November and now, 90 days later, the Kyoto Protocol goes into effect. Brand: Any chance the US will sign on to a similar treaty in the future?Harris: It's hard to anticipate exactly what's going to happen. I think US businesses are recognizing that eventually they will be called upon to cut emissions and to find ways to produce energy and products with less carbon dioxide and other gases that contribute to global warming. The question is whether it's going to be in the form of a global treaty like this or some other mechanism, I think, is really up in the air right now. What we are seeing is a lot of action on the state level. Many, many states are undertaking programs, and they're all different from one another. And that as much as anything might compel the federal government to come in and say, "Whoa, whoa, whoa, too much going on here. Let's come up with one single consistent set of rules." And that ultimately might be what pushes us into something like Kyoto down the road.Brand: NPR's Richard Harris speaking to us from Washington. Thank you.Harris: My pleasure.第六篇For years, American law enforcement officials have been trying to solve a series of environmental crimes. The crimes are linked to a group known as the Earth Liberation Front. The group claims responsibility for hundreds of acts of destruction in the United States during the past five years. The destruction has caused more than thirty million dollars worth of damage.Federal investigators say they are finally closer to solving the crimes. Recently, a seventeen-year-old student reportedly admitted setting a series of fires in the state of New York. He was charged in connection with acts of damage believed to be carried out by the Earth Liberation Front. The student is the son of a New York City police officer. He reportedly made the admission during a secret court hearing. As part of a deal, the student agreed to cooperate with officials investigating the Earth Liberation Front. He could face up to twenty years in prison.This is the first time that a member of the group has admitted being responsible for environmental crimes linked to the Earth Liberation Front. Three other suspects in the property attacks were negotiating with federal officials.Since Nineteen-Ninety-Six, members of the group have claimed to have damaged or burned hundreds of new homes, tree-cutting companies, federal offices and animal and plant research laboratories. They say their goal is to stop development and other activities they consider harmful to nature. They say their property attacks are aimed at industry and rich people who profit from the destruction of the natural environment.The Earth Liberation Front says it will use any direct action necessary to carry out its goals. But it says it is opposed to harming animals or humans. Traditional environmental groups in the United States reject the group's methods.The Earth Liberation Front includes environmental extremists who operate independently of each other. Federal investigators say their lack of structure has made them difficult to stop. And they say the group usually leaves very little evidence behind.A few weeks ago, the group claimed responsibility for burning several new homes in Mount Sinai, New York. It has also claimed responsibility for destructive acts in Colorado, Arizona, Oregon and Wisconsin.第七篇China and India are the favoured markets of investors living outside their home countries, while fears about corporate governance standards in emerging markets have waned, according to a brokerage firm's survey on Monday.Some 56% of investors said they were confident about putting money to work in China, up from 38% a year ago, while 43% of them said they were confident about India, unchanged from last year, according to a poll of 400 expatriate investors in June by Luxembourg-based brokerage internaxx.Concerns about lax corporate governance standards in some emerging market economies also fell over the past 12 months, the survey found. Only 3% of respondents said they had concerns, down from 16% a year before.Expatriate investors living away from their countries of origin are an increasingly important part of the investment population and typically take a more sophisticated and international approach to managing money, said Robert Glaesener, general manager at internaxx.. There are about 300,000 expatriate Britons living in areas such as the Middle East and Far East, for example, while the total number of expat employees and investors can be counted by the millions although exact figures are hard to pin down, Glaesener said. Among other findings, the survey showed that 81% of investors claim to have either beaten or matched performance by market indices.The most favoured sectors are energy and telecoms, while retail and mining were the leastfavoured.Investors turned less confident about the British, US and Euro zone economies as places to put money, citing ageing populations, rigid labour laws and saturated home markets as reasons for their caution.第八篇2002 was the first year when China became a full WTO member, and also a year when the insurance industry in China grew the fastest, with a revenue of 305.3 billion yuan, up by 44.7 percent over the previous year, and total assets of 649.41 billion yuan, up by 41.4 percent.The insurance industry was still small in scale, constituting 2.98 percent of GDP, and a low share in the national economy, much lower than that of banking and securities trading. However, demand for insurance services was sharply up.Moreover, after China's accession to WTO, foreign insurance companies quickly flooded into China's insurance market. China's insurance companies also stepped up their efforts to join hands with foreign business.第九篇So let us be in no doubt about what we are witnessing today -- a revolution in medical science whose implications far surpass even the discovery of antibiotics, the first great technological triumph of the 21st century. And every so often in the history of human endeavor there comes a breakthrough that takes humankind across a frontier and into a new era.Nothing better demonstrates the way technology and science are driving us, fast-forwarding us all into the future. But with the power of this discovery comes, of course, the responsibility to use it wisely. As with the greatest scientific achievements, the ethical and the moral questions raised by this astonishing breakthrough are profound. We, all of us, share a duty to ensure that the common property of the human genome is used freely for the common good of the whole human race; to ensure that the powerful information now at our disposal is used to transform medicine, not abused, to make man his own creator or invade individual privacy.They underline the extraordinary scale of economic, technological, scientific change that sweeps across the modern world.第十篇Human beings misuse the precious fresh water in two ways. It is wasted through careless use and polluted by dumping wastes into it. People build large cities in deserts and grow crops in dry valleys. In the world's dry places, people must learn to avoid waste, to make every gallon count. People pollute water by dumping sewage and industrial wastes into it or by letting pesticides from farm land run into it. Even ground water is polluted by poisons sinking into the earth. Humanity must learn that nothing just "goes away". People need to treat sewage so it does not pollute the water. They need to keep industrial wastes completely out of the water.。

听力原文以及参考答案1.辨音1.4.1 I’m a Little TeapotI’m a little teapot, short and stout,Here’s my handle,Here’s my spout.When the tea is ready, hear my shout,Pick me up and pour me out.1) short, stout, handle, spout, shout, Pick, pour2) Words: stout, spout, and shout.Rules: 字母“ou”发音为/au/1.4.2 Go away, Mr WolfKnock! Knock! Knock!Who’s that knocking at our little front door?“Anyone for ice cream?” said a furry , friendly voice.“Go away, Mr Wolf,” said the three little pigs.And they quickly shut the door.Knock! Knock! Knock!Who’s that knocking at our little front door?“Coming for a drive?” said a charming , cheery voice.“Go away, Mr Wolf,” said the three little pigs.And they quickly shut the door.Knock! Knock! Knock!Who’s that knocking at our little front door?“Anyone for a game?” said a hoarse but hopeful voice.“Go away, Mr Wolf,” said the three little pigs.And they quickly shut the door.Knock! Knock! Knock!Who’s that knocking at our little front door?“It’s a lovely day for a swim . Anybody coming with me?”“Go away, Mr Wolf,” said the three little pigs.And they quickly shut the door.Knock! Knock! Knock!Who’s that knocking at our little front door?“Anybody home?”“It’s Daddy!”“Come on in, Daddy. We’ve got lots to tell you.”1.4.3 The OwlThe owl is called the “bird of night.”The light of day is too strong and too bright for his eyes. So he sits all day long hid in a tree, or in a hole of a wall, out of sight. As soon as it is night he comes out, and flies round and round, in search of mice, or small birds. When he flies, his wings do not make a noise. So the mice and birds do not hear him till he is quite near. The birds know him well, and are in great fear of him. When they find him out by day, they come and peck at him with all their might. He is then half blind, and he does not see how to fight with them. Look how they peck him! Poor owl! Fly back to your hole as fast as you can.1.4.4 The Diamond That DisappearedFor workers at one of London’s Graff jewelry shops, there is a date which is not easily forgotten. About thirty years ago, a well-dressed man entered the store looking like an ordinary customer. Once inside, he pulled out a gun, and another man followed with a grenade.The two thieves quickly took the finest jewels from the displays. They also took the store’s most famous piece: the 45-carat Marlborough diamond. This pigeon-egg-sized diamond was worth 400,000 pounds at the time. The robbers got out of the store with over 1.4 million pounds in jewels.They were clever, but not quite clever enough. As they got off the plane in Chicago 11 hours later, the police were waiting. They quickly identified and arrested Joseph Scalise and Arthur Rachel for the crime. To the policemen’s surprise, however, the stolen jewels were not in the men’s luggage. To this day, the location of those jewels- including the Marlborough diamond- remains a mystery.1) B2) 1. B 2. C 3. C3) 1. well-dressed; ordinary2. finest; displays3. identified; arrested; crime1.4.5 Three Days to SeeI have often thought it would be a blessing if each human being were stricken blind and deaf for a few days at some time during his early adult life.Darkness would make him more appreciative of sight; silence would teach him the joys of sound.Now and then I have tested my seeing friends to discover what they see. Recently I was visited by a very good friend who had just returned from a long walk in the woods, and I asked her what she had observed. “Nothing in particular,” she replied. I mig ht have been incredulous had I not been accustomed to such responses, for long ago I became convinced that the seeing see little.How was it possible, I asked myself, to walk for an hour through the woods and see nothing worthy of note? I who cannot see find hundreds of things to interest me through mere touch. I feel the delicate symmetry of a leaf.I pass my hands lovingly about the smooth skin of a silver birch, or the rough, shaggy bark of a pine. In the spring I touch the branches of trees hopefully in search of a bud, the first sign of awakening Nature after her winter’s sleep. I feel the delightful, velvety texture of a flower, and discover its remarkable convolutions; and something of the miracle of Nature is revealed to me. Occasionally, if I am very fortunate, I place my hand gently in a small tree and feel the happy quiver of a bird in full song. I am delighted to have cool waters of a brook rush through my open fingers. To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug. To me the pageant of seasons is a thrilling and unending drama, the action of which streams through my finger tips.我常常想，如果每个人在他成年的早期有一段时间致瞎致聋，那会是一种幸事，黑暗会使他更珍惜视力，寂静会教导他享受声音。

英语六级听力短文英语六级听力短文：EncouragementTwo men, both seriously ill, occupied the same hospital room. One man was allowed to sit up in his bed for an hour each afternoon to help drain the fluid from his lungs. His bed was next to the rooms only window. The other man had to spend all his time flat on his back. Every afternoon when the man in the bed by the window could sit up, he would pass the time by describing to his roommate all the things he could see outside the window. The man in the other bed began to live for those onehour periods where his world would be broadened and enlivened by all the activity and color of the world outside. The window overlooked a park with a lovely lake. Ducks and swans played on the water while children sailed their model boats. Young lovers walked arm in arm amidst flowers of every color of the rainbow. Grand old trees graced the landscape, and a fine view of the city skyline could be seen in the distance. As the man by the window described all this in exquisite detail, the man on the other side of the room would close his eyes and imagine the picturesque scene. Days and weeks passed. One morning, the day nurse arrived to bring water for their baths only to find the lifeless body of the man by the window, who had died peacefully in his sleep. When all was arranged, the other asked if he could be moved next to the window. The nurse made the switch. Slowly, painfully, he propped himself up on one elbow to take his first look at the world outside. Finally, he would have the joy of seeing it for himself. He strained toslowly turn to look out the window beside the bed. It faced a blank wall. The nurse said: “Perhaps he just wanted to encourage you.”英语六级听力短文：April Showers Bring May FlowersFrom the golden-tipped fields of mid-west America to the ancient kingdoms of verdant Palestine, there is a happy truth to be shared with all who would take heed. In more recent times, this truth has been expressed as:April showers bring May flowers. This is a truth that promises light bursting from darkness,strength born from weakness and, if one dares to believe, life emerging from death. Farmers all over the world know the importance and immutability of the seasons. They know that there is a season to plant and a season to harvest; everything must be done in its own time. Although the rain pours down with the utmost relentlessness,ceasing all outdoor activities,the man of the field lifts his face to the heavens and smiles.Despite the inconvenience,he knows that the rain provides the nourishment his crops need to grow and flourish.The torrential rains in the month of April,give rise to the glorious flowers in the month of May.But this ancient truth applies to more than the crops of the fields;it is an invaluable message of hope to all who experience tragedy in life.A dashed relationship with one can open up the doorto a brand new friendship with another.A lost job here can provide the opportunity for a better job there.A broken dream can become the foundation of a wonderful future.Everything has its place.Remember this: overwhelming darkness may endure for a night,but it will never overcome the radiant light of the morning.When you are in a season of sorrow, hang in there, because a season of joy may be just around the corner.。

Passage 1Town and Country Life in EnglandThere is a big difference between town life and country life in England. In the country, everybody knows everybody else. They know what time you get up, what time you go to bed and what you have for dinner. If you want help, you will always get it and you will be glad to help others.In a large town like London, however, it can sometimes happen that you have never seen your next door neighbor and you do not know his name or anything about him. People in London are often very lonely. This is because people go to different places in the evenings and at weekends. If you walk through the streets in the centre of London on Sunday, it is like a town without people. One is sorry for old people living on their own. They could die in their homes and would not be discovered for weeks or even months. Passage 2A Change in Women’s LifeThe important change in women’s life-pattern has only recently begun to have its full effect on women’s economic position. Even a few years ago most girls left school at the first opportunity, and most of them took a full-time job. However, when they married, they usually left work at once and never returned to it. Today the school-leaving age is sixteen, many girls stay at school after that age, and though women tend to marry younger, more married women stay at work at least until shortly before their first child is born. Very many more afterwards return to full-time or part-time work. Such changes have led to a new relationship in marriage, with the husband accepting a greater share of the duties and satisfactions of family life and with both husband and wife sharing more equally in providing the money, and running the home, according to the abilities and interests of each of them.Passage 3A Popular Pastime of the English PeopleOne of the best means of understanding the people of any nation is watching what they do with their non-working time.Most English men, women and children love growing things, especially flowers. Visitors to England in spring, summer, or autumn are likely to see gardens all the way along the railway lines. There are flowers at the airports and flowers in factory grounds, as well as in gardens along the roads. Each English town has at least one park with beautifully kept flower beds. Public buildings of every kind have brilliant window boxes and sometimes baskets of flowers are hanging on them.But what the English enjoy most is growing things themselves. If it is impossible to have a garden, then a window box or something growing in a pot will do. Looking at each other’s gardens is a popular pastime with the English.Passage 4British and American Police OfficersReal policemen , both in Britain and the U.S. , hardly recognize any common points between their lives and what they see on TV—if they ever get home in time .Some things are almost the same, of course, but the policemen do not think much of them.The first difference is that a policeman’s real life deals with the law. Most of what he learns is the law. He has to know actually what actions are against the law and what facts can be used to prove them in court. He has to know nearly as much law as a lawyer, and what’s more, he has to put it into practice on his feet , in the dark and , running down a narrow street after someone he wants to talk to .Little of his time is spent in talking with beautiful girls or in bravely facing cruel criminals. He will spend most of his working life arranging millions of words on thousands of forms about hundreds of sad , ordinary people who are guilty—or not of stupid , unimportant crimes .Useful Words and Expressionsthink much of 重视，尊重in court 在法庭上guilty 罪犯，犯罪者guilty look 犯罪的，有罪的the guilty party犯罪一方a guilty conscience 犯罪感have a guilty conscience 问心有愧；做贼心虚be found guilty 被判决有罪be guilty of a crime 犯了罪Passage 5Living SpaceHow much living space does a person need? What happens when his space needs are not met? Scientists are doing experiments on rats to try to determine the effects of overcrowded conditions on man. Recent studies have shown that the behaviour of rats is greatly affected by space. If rats have enough living space, they eat well, sleep well and produce their young well. But if their living conditions become too crowded, their behaviour and even their health change obviously. They can not sleep and eat well, and signs of fear and worry become clear. The more crowded they are, the more they tend to bite each other and even kill each other. Thus, for rats, population and violence are directly related. Is this a natural law for human society as well? Is enough space not only satisfactory, but necessary for human survival? These are interesting questions.Useful Words and Expressionsdetermine 测定；决心；决意determine the velocity 测定速度He determined to go 他决意要去。

2011－2012学年第一学期八年级英语期中考试听力原稿和参考答案听力材料A) 听下面10段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

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1. W: My favourite sport is volleyball. What about you, Andy?M: Skiing. It’s exciting.2. W: Lee, did you go to Washington last month?M: No. I just went to Paris for a holiday instead of Washington. I visited some places of interest there.3. M: Is that boy under the tree your brother?W: No. That boy has long hair. My brother Jack has short hair and he always wearsa pair of glasses.4. M: Kitty went to the Great Wall by bus last Sunday. What about you, Sally?W: I went to thePalaceMuseum by underground.5. W: What’s your favourite subject at school, Andy?M: Well, I like Geography and History. But I usually score the most points in a science exam.6. M: You look tired today. What’s wrong?W: I went to bed too late last night. I did my homework and forgot the time.7. M: Hi, Lily. I went to theTemple of Heaven with my cousin yesterday. What about you?W: Hi, Tom. I went to the Monument to the People’s Heroes.8. W: Are you going to have dinner with us later?M: I’d like to, but I have to finish my report on my trip first.9. M: I’d like to travel around the world when I grow up.W: Sounds great. I want to be a climber and I will visit all the famous mountains around the world.10. M: Is this your pencil box, Linda?W: No, it isn’t. My pencil box is bigger than this one. This one looks the same size as Jim’s. I think it may be his.1-5 CCBAC 6-10 ACBBA听第一段对话回答第11~12小题。

202312月六级听力原文2023年12月六级听力原文Part I: ConversationW: Hey, have you heard about the new restaurant that just opened downtown?M: No, I haven't. What's so special about it?W: Well, it's called "Taste of Asia" and it offers a wide variety of Asian cuisines. They have Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and even Indian dishes.M: That sounds amazing! I love Asian food. Is it expensive?W: Surprisingly, it's quite affordable. The prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous.M: That's great to hear. I'll definitely check it out this weekend.W: You should. I went there last night and the food was delicious. I highly recommend their sushi and curry dishes.M: Thanks for the recommendation. I can't wait to try it.Part II: LectureGood morning, everyone. Today, I'd like to talk about the importance of time management. Time management is a crucial skill that can greatly impact our productivity and success in both personal and professional aspects of life.Firstly, effective time management allows us to prioritize tasks and allocate our time wisely. By setting clear goals and deadlines, we can focus on what needs to be done and avoid wasting time on unimportant activities. This helps us stay organized and ensures that we complete tasks in a timely manner.Secondly, time management helps reduce stress and improve work-life balance. When we manage our time effectively, we can avoid procrastination and last-minute rushes, which often lead to stress and anxiety. By planning our time well, we can create a balance between work, family, and leisure activities, leading to a more fulfilling and satisfying life.Furthermore, time management enhances our efficiency and productivity. When we have a clear plan and schedule, we can eliminate distractions and stay focused on our tasks. This allows us to work more efficiently and accomplish more in less time. By managing our time effectively, we can achieve our goals and reach our full potential.Lastly, time management promotes self-discipline and self-improvement. It requires us to be accountable for our own time and take responsibility for our actions. By practicing good time management habits, such as setting realistic deadlines and avoiding procrastination, we can develop self-discipline and improve our overall productivity and performance.In conclusion, time management is a vital skill that can greatly impact our lives. It allows us to prioritize tasks, reduce stress, enhance efficiency, and promote self-discipline. By managing our time effectively, we can achieve our goals, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and lead a morefulfilling life. So, let's start practicing good time management habits and make the most of our time. Thank you.Part III: DiscussionNow, let's move on to the discussion section. Today's topic is about the impact of social media on society.M: I think social media has had a significant impact on society. It has revolutionized the way we communicate and connect with others.W: I agree. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter have made it easier for us to stay connected with friends and family, no matter where they are.M: That's true. It has also provided a platform for people to express their opinions and share their experiences with a wider audience.W: However, social media has its downsides as well. It can be addictive and time-consuming, leading to a decrease in productivity and real-life interactions.M: I think social media has also contributed to the spread of fake news and misinformation. People often believe and share information without verifying its authenticity.W: That's a valid point. Social media has definitely changed the way we consume news and information, and it's important for us to be critical and discerning.M: Overall, I believe social media has both positive and negative impacts on society. It's up to us to use it responsibly and make the most of its benefits while being aware of its drawbacks.W: I couldn't agree more. It's important for us to strike a balance and not let social media consume our lives.M: Absolutely. Let's use social media as a tool for connection and information, rather than letting it control us.W: Well said. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.M: Thank you for the discussion.。

听力部分Section A：短对话1. A: Excuse me, could you help me find the nearest bank?B: Sure, it's just two blocks away from here. Which bank are you looking for?A: I'm looking for the China Construction Bank.B: OK, then you should take the second left turn and walk straight ahead.Question: Which bank is the man looking for?Answer: China Construction Bank.2. A: Have you seen my book? I think I left it in the classroom.B: No, I haven't seen it. But I saw you and Tom arguing about something just now.A: Oh, I see. Maybe he took it by mistake.B: Well, you can ask him to return it to you.Question: What did the man think happened to his book?Answer: He thought Tom might have taken it by mistake.3. A: I'm sorry, I'm late. The traffic was really bad this morning.B: That's okay. I just got here myself. Did you have a good weekend?A: Yes, it was great. I went hiking with my family.B: That sounds fun. I should go hiking more often.Question: Why was the man late?Answer: The traffic was really bad that morning.Section B：长对话对话一：关于学校活动M: Hey, have you heard about the school's upcoming sports day?W: Yes, I have. It's going to be held on Saturday. There will be various sports events like running, swimming, and basketball.M: I'm really excited about the basketball match. Our team has been practicing hard for it.W: So have we. We've got a strong team this year. I think we have a good chance of winning.M: That's great to hear. Do you know who the coach is?W: Yes, it's Coach Wang. He's really experienced and knows how to motivate the team.Question: What is the main topic of the conversation?Answer: The upcoming school sports day and the basketball match.对话二：关于旅行计划M: Hi, are you ready for our trip to Beijing next week?W: Yes, I am. I've already made a list of things we need to pack.M: Good. I've also booked our flight tickets and hotel rooms.W: That's great. We should check the weather forecast before we leave.M: I already did. It's going to be sunny and warm during our stay.W: Perfect. I can't wait to visit the Forbidden City and the Great Wall.M: Me too. We should also try some local food there.Question: What are the speakers planning to do next week?Answer: They are planning to go on a trip to Beijing.Section C：听力填空Listen to the passage and fill in the blanks with the correct words.I like to read a lot. My favorite book is "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. It's a very interesting story about a lawyer named Atticus Finch. He is a good man who tries to help people who are treated unfairly. The story is set in the 1930s in the Southern United States. It's about racism and the struggle for justice. I think it's a very important book that everyone should read.填空答案：1. read2. favorite3. interesting4. lawyer5. unfair6. set7. Southern8. racism9. important10. everyone注意：以上听力部分仅为示例，实际中考英语试卷的听力内容及难度可能会有所不同。

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英语听力材料原文篇一In America, people are faced with more and more decisions every day, whether it’s picking one of 31 ice cream (1) , or deciding whether and when to get married. That sounds like a great thing, but as a recent study has shown, too many choices can make us (2) , unhappy, even paralyzed with indecision. ‘That’s (3) true when it comes to the work place’, says Barry Schwartz, an (4) of six books about human behavior. Students are graduating with a (5) of skills and interests, but often find themselves (6) when it comes to choosing an ultimate career goal. In a study, Schwartz observed decision-making among college students during their (7) year.flavors confused particularly author variety overwhelmed senior.在美国，人们每天都在面临越来越多的选择。

英语听力50篇材料原文The English listening materials consist of 50 passages covering a wide range of topics and themes. These passages are designed to help learners improve their listeningskills and comprehension of the English language. Each passage is carefully crafted to provide a diverse set of vocabulary and grammar structures, as well as different accents and speaking styles to prepare learners for real-life communication.The materials are structured to cater to learners at different proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced. The passages are accompanied by comprehension questions and exercises to assess the learners' understanding of the content. This allows for a comprehensive learning experience that goes beyond just listening and includes critical thinking and analysis of the material.The topics covered in the passages are varied,including everyday conversations, news reports, academiclectures, and more. This diversity ensures that learners are exposed to different contexts and situations, preparing them for real-world interactions in English. Additionally, the materials are updated regularly to reflect current events and trends, ensuring that learners are exposed to relevant and up-to-date content.From a pedagogical perspective, the materials are designed to be engaging and interactive. The passages are carefully selected to cater to the interests and needs of learners, making the learning experience more enjoyable and effective. Additionally, the inclusion of comprehension questions and exercises encourages active participation and critical thinking, which are essential skills for language acquisition.Furthermore, the materials are designed to be flexible and adaptable to different learning environments. Whether learners are studying independently or in a classroom setting, the passages can be used as a valuable resourcefor improving listening skills. Teachers can incorporate the materials into their lesson plans to provide additionallistening practice, while learners can use the materialsfor self-study and review.Overall, the English listening materials provide a comprehensive and engaging resource for learners to improve their listening skills and comprehension of the English language. With a wide range of topics, diverse speaking styles, and interactive exercises, the materials offer a valuable tool for language acquisition and proficiency.。

Ⅰ.听对话回答问题1.M: Do you have a cousin?W:Yes, I have one. He is very short and has a square face. 2. W: Is cycling interesting?M: Yes, it is as interesting as dancing, but I think diving is more interesting.3. W: How do you go to work every day?M: My company is a little far from my home. Sometimes I go there by bus, but I usually take an underground there.4.M: Did you enjoy yourself yesterday?W: Yes, I took a boat trip under the famous Harbour Bridge and went past the Opera House.5.M: Kate, which club are you in?W: Guess! I like singing very much, and I practise singing for an hour every day.6. M: Helen, do you like Geography?W: No, I’m not good at it. But I like Computer Studies Best.7. W: Look! Who is coming here, Mike?M: It’s Simon, the tallest boy in our class. He is even taller than Jim.8. W: Tom has more flowers than Kate.M: But Tom has fewer flowers than Ann.9. W: What time do you usually arrive at school?M: At 7:00 o’clock in the morning, but this morning, I was ten minutes later than usual because of the bad traffic.10. W: You were lucky enough not to hurt yourself.M: I will never walk across the road when the red light is on. ⒒听对话和短文回答问题听第一段对话回答第11~12小题。