大学英语听力材料(Unit 4)

Unit 4, Lesson ATrack 1-4-1A.Listen to the conversation. What are Mick and Paula’s New Year’s resolutions? Circle the correct answers.Paula: Wow, another year is over!Mick: I know. Happy New Year, Paula!Paula: Same to you, Mick. So, do you have any New Year’s resolutions?Mick: Yeah. This year, I want to get a new job.Paula: Really?Mick: Yeah. I make good money now, but the hours are long. How about you? What’s your New Year’s resolution?Paula: I’m not sure. This year I want to meet some new people and do something fun. Mick: Like what?Paula: I don’t know. Maybe I need a hobby.Mick: Well, what do you like to do?Paula: I love to dance. I’d like to study modern dance.Mick: You should take a class. Then you can do something fun and meet other people, too. Paula: That’s a good idea.Track 1-4-2B.Listen again. Circle True or False.Track 1-4-3A.Listen to the first part of this radio interview and circle the correct answers. Interviewer: And welcom e back to KPLX radio in Los Angeles. We’re talking this morning with Europe’s hottest singer, Yeliz. Thanks for joining us.Yeliz: Sure! Hello Los Angeles!Interviewer: So, tell us a little about yourself, Yeliz. Where are you from exactly?Yeliz: I was bo rn in Istanbul, but I live in Scotland now. My dad’s Scottish. My mom’s Turkish.Interviewer: You’re only seventeen. What’s it like being successful at your age?Yeliz: It’s pretty exciting. I get to travel, and meet some interesting people.Track 1-4-4B.Listen again. Complete the sentences. Check the correct boxes.Interviewer: And welcome back to KPLX radio in Los Angeles. We’re talking this morning with Europe’s hottest singer, Yeliz. Thanks for joining us.Yeliz: Sure! Hello Los Angeles!Interviewer: So, tell us a little about yourself, Yeliz. Where are you from exactly?Yeliz: I was born in Istanbul, but I live in Scotland now. My dad’s Scottish. My mom’s Turkish.Interviewer: You’re only seventeen. What’s it like being successful at your age?Yeliz: It’s pretty exciting. I get to travel, and meet some interesting people. Interviewer: You’re touring now, but what are you plans for the future?Yeliz: After the tour, I want to take a break. Then later this year, I plan to make a new CD. Interviewer: Do you have any advice for other young artists?Yeliz: Well, I’d say follow your dreams. Work hard, and you can be successful.Track 1-4-5A.Listen to a talk about how to become successful in business. What are the things y ou should do or you shouldn’t do?Complete the sentences.If you want to become a successful businessperson, you should do three things. First, you should think about your goals every day. Make plans for today, tomorrow, and next year. Second, you should join a business club. You can learn a lot from the other members, and they can give you good advice. Third, you shouldn’t work every night and every weekend. Sometimes you should take a break. You get more energy and ideas when you relax. And you need a lot of energy and ideas to make money!Track 1-4-6A.Listen to a talk about realizing dreams.Find your dreamWe all have dreams, but some people actually make their dreams come true. Their secret? They quit dreaming. And they start doing. Even a very big dream starts with small steps, and small goals. Maybe your dream is to become a doctor. Start by thinking about small goals for yourself. Ask, “What can I do today?” You can’t start medical school today, but you can send e-mails and make phone calls to get information about medical schools. Make a list of schools to call, and then call a few of them every day. What do you need for your dream? Tell friends and family members -- many of them can help you. For example, you want to become an artist. You need a lot of cheap paper for drawing. Maybe your friend’s brother throws away a lot of big paper at his office. So, share your dream with the world! Another good idea is talking to people who are doing your dream job. Do you dream about having your own restaurant? Go to your favorite restaurant and ask the owner lots of questions. Most people like to talk about their work.Track 1-4-7B.Listen again and complete each sentence.Track 1-4-8A.Now listen to two young people talking about their dreams.A lifetime dreamEveryone has his or her own dream jobs. Let’s listen to Yi Wang, a 29-year-old young teacher, and Hicham Nassir, who are going to talk about their dream jobs.“At the moment, I’m teaching chemistry at a university in Beijing. It’s a good job, but my dream is to make films. In China, young artists move to Beijing from all over the country. Many of them are painters, writers, and actors. I’d like to make a film about their lives and their work.” Wang is writing the film now with help from her friends, but it isn’t easy. “At the moment, the biggest problem is money,” explains Wang. “We don’t have much.” Butthis isn’t going to stop Wang and her partners. She says, “First, we’re going to make this movie. Th en, we’d like to show it in China and, maybe someday, at film festivals around the world.”16-year-old Hicham Nassir is a soccer player. He’s getting ready for a soccer match with his teammates. Hicham, the team’s star player, is a native of Morocco. He no w lives in London with his family. “My parents want me to go to college, and major in business or law,” he explains. “They want me to become a lawyer or a successful businessman. I understand them, but I want to be a pro soccer player. And my coach thinks I can do it.” And what about his parents? “I hope they change their minds,” says Hicham. “I want to play soccer professionally. It’s my dream.”Track 1-4-9B.Listen again. Then complete each sentence.Track 1-4-12B.Listen to the conversation. What does Zack want from Juan? How does he ask for it?Zack: See you later, Juan. I’m going out for a while.Juan: OK, see you.Zack: Oh no!Juan: What?Zack: I forgot to go to the ATM.Juan: Do you need money?Zack: Yeah, I’d l ike to get a haircut this afternoon. Can I borrow $20?Juan: Sure, here you go.Zack: Thanks a lot.Track 1-4-13D.Listen to the following two dialogues. Pay attention to the expressions for giving advice.A: I have a lot of bills! I’d like to save money. But I can’t! What can I do?B: Well, don’t use your credit cards so much. It’s too easy to spend money, and maybe you should go out less often.A: I’m late for work all the time. I’m always sleeping through my alarm. My boss threatens to fire me!B: Have you tried using two or three alarm clocks? I find this really helps.Unit 4, Lesson BGlobal ViewpointsMaking changesGian: My friend would like to change her life. She’d like to stop smoking and once she stops smoking she’d like to st art going to the gym and working out.Jonathan: I have friend who is unhappy with her work. I think she should go back tocollege and finish her education.Dave: My friend is studying engineering, but he doesn’t really want to be an engineer. I think he should leave engineering and study journalism.Dayanne: My sister wants to find another job. I think she should come and live with me. Woo Sung：I have a friend who works with computers, but he wants to be a rock star. I think he should do it.Goals, plans and dreamsAgnes: my goal right now is to finish my PH.D. dissertation.Gian: my short-term goal is to find a new job.Miyuki: In the next few years I would like to start a career in New York.Dan: I’m going to finish my training as a doctor in the spring a nd in the future I would like to go to California and work in a hospital.Jennifer: I’m going to move to Atlanta and start a new job. In the future I’d like to be president of the company.Catherine: Well I’m actually getting married in about three months to a great guy named Paul. We’d like to go on a honeymoon to the beach or to the ocean and we’re very excited. Julianna: My biggest dream is to own my own business.Dayanne: My main goal is to help poor people in developing countries.Jonathan: I’m not very picky, I just … would like to be happy.City LivingMike needs a changeTakeshi: Uh, Mike?Mike: Yeah?Takeshi: What are you doing?Mike: I’m thinking, I need a change.Roberto: A change?Mike: Yeah. A big change. I’m going to change my style. I’m goin g to get a haircut. Takeshi: Oh, Yeah. That’s a really big change…Mike: Hey, a haircut is just the beginning. I’m going to quit some of my bad habits too. Roberto: Bad habits?Mike: You know, I mean… sometimes I’m a little lazy… I watch too much TV… I eat a lot of junk food… I’m going to stop.Takeshi: Uh-huh. And it’s going to snow in July, too.Mike: I’m not kidding! I really want to change.Roberto: You know, Claudia told me she wants to change her life, too.Mike: Really? Does she have a lot of bad habits too?Roberto: No, but she likes to travel a lot, so she wants to change jobs to have more time to take trips. She’s going to visit her family in Brazil next month.Mike: I’d really like to travel more too! I want to go to Brazil. I’m going to go when I’m rich and famous.Takeshi: You’re going to be rich and famous?Roberto: Oh, that’s right. I remember, you’re going to become a famous movie star…Mike: No. That was last week.Takeshi: you’re going to be a rock and roll star?Mike: No way! I can’t sing. I’m going to write a book that sells a million copies. Roberto: Oh! That sounds great. So what is this terrific book going to about?Mike: I don’t know yet. But I know that it starts with a guy that wants to get a haircut. Takeshi: That’ll sell a million copies… I’m sure of it.Mike: And then maybe he becomes a super cool movie star… or an athlete…or a race car driver…C. WritingMike decides that he needs to change his style. First he’s going to get a haircut. Then he’s going to quit some of his bad habits and travel more. Mike then tells Roberto and Takeshi that he’s going to be rich and famous. They ask if he’s going to become a rock and roll star or maybe a movie star. Mike says “no” and explains that he’s going to write a book that sells a million cop ies. What’s the book about? Mike’s not sure… but it all starts with a haircut!。

大学英语教材4听力原文Unit 1 Life ChangesPart A1. W: I can't believe it's been four years since we started university.M: Yeah, time really flies. It feels like it was just yesterday when we were freshmen.Q: What are the speakers talking about?2. W: I've been feeling so stressed out lately. I have exams coming up next week.M: I understand how you feel. Make sure you take breaks and give yourself time to relax.Q: Why is the woman feeling stressed?3. M: I applied for an internship at a big law firm. I really hope I get it.W: Don't worry, you have a lot of experience and your grades are excellent. I'm sure you'll get the job.Q: What does the woman mean?4. W: Are you going to the club meeting tonight?M: No, I decided to quit. I need to focus on my studies and part-time job.Q: Why is the man quitting the club?5. W: I can't believe my brother is getting married next month. It feels like he was just a baby yesterday.M: I know what you mean. Time really does fly by.Q: What is the woman surprised about?Part BDirections: You will hear information about a university course. Listen carefully and answer the questions.Good morning, everyone. I'm here to introduce a new course that will be offered next semester. The course is called "Introduction to Environmental Science." This course would be of interest to students from different academic backgrounds, as it covers a wide range of topics related to the environment.Firstly, let me provide you with an overview of the course content. The course will explore major environmental issues, such as climate change, pollution, and resource depletion. We will discuss the causes and consequences of these issues, as well as potential solutions. Students will have the opportunity to develop a holistic view of the environment and understand the interconnectedness of various environmental processes.The course will consist of lectures, guest speakers, and group discussions. We will also incorporate field trips to environmental organizations and research institutes, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. This hands-on experience will enhance students' understanding and give them a chance to engage with professionals working in the field.Assessment for the course will be based on class participation, assignments, and a final exam. This will encourage students to actively participate in discussions and apply what they have learned to solve environmental problems. Additionally, students will have the option to work on a group project, where they can further explore a specific environmental issue and propose solutions.The prerequisites for this course are an introductory science course and good English proficiency. It is open to both undergraduate and graduate students. For those interested, registration will open next week, and limited seats are available. I encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to expand your knowledge and contribute to environmental sustainability.That's all for today's introduction. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask. Thank you.6. What is the purpose of the talk?7. What topics will be covered in the course?8. How will students apply their knowledge in the course?9. What will assessment be based on?10. Who can take the course?Unit 2 Cultural DifferencesPart A1. W: I was surprised to learn that people in this country eat dinner so late in the evening.M: Yes, it's quite different from what I'm used to back home. But I've gotten used to it now.Q: What does the man say about the dinner time in this country?2. W: Excuse me, is it okay to give a gift with one hand in this culture?M: No, it's considered impolite. It's better to use both hands when presenting a gift.Q: What does the man say about giving gifts in this culture?3. M: I find it fascinating how people here greet each other with a bow.W: Yes, it's a sign of respect and politeness in this culture.Q: What do the speakers say about the bowing greeting in this culture?4. W: When I traveled to another country, I found the local customs and traditions to be very different from my own.M: That's what makes traveling so interesting. You get to experience different cultures firsthand.Q: What does the man say about traveling?5. M: I'm having a hard time adjusting to the food here. It's so different from what I'm used to.W: It takes time to get used to new flavors and cuisines. Don't worry, you'll adapt eventually.Q: What advice does the woman give to the man?Part BDirections: You will hear a conversation between a professor and a student who is studying abroad. Listen carefully and answer the questions.Professor: So, how are you finding your study abroad experience so far?Student: It's been great, Professor! I'm really enjoying it. The only thing is, I sometimes feel overwhelmed by the cultural differences.Professor: That's perfectly normal. It can be a bit challenging at first. Which aspect of the culture do you find the most different?Student: The concept of personal space is something I'm still trying to get used to. In my home country, people tend to keep a larger distance when talking to each other. Here, it's much closer, which I find a bit uncomfortable.Professor: Ah, yes. That's a common observation. In this country, physical closeness is seen as a sign of friendliness and warmth. People often stand closer to each other when conversing. It's an interesting cultural difference, isn't it?Student: It definitely is. I'm slowly adapting, but it still feels awkward at times. Another thing I've noticed is that punctuality is highly valued here. Back home, being a few minutes late is usually not a big deal. But here, it seems like everyone is always on time for appointments.Professor: Yes, that's true. Being on time is considered a sign of respect for others' time. It's important to be mindful of that cultural expectation. Are there any other cultural differences that have stood out to you?Student: Well, the food is quite different too. The flavors, spices, and even the eating etiquette are all new to me. It's been an adventure trying outnew dishes, though. I've discovered some amazing flavors I didn't know existed before.Professor: That's one of the joys of traveling and experiencing different cultures. It broadens your perspective and introduces you to new and exciting things. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any more questions or concerns about adjusting to the cultural differences. I'm here to support you throughout your study abroad journey.11. What does the student find challenging about the cultural differences?12. How do people in the country view physical closeness when conversing?13. Why is punctuality highly valued in the country?14. What does the student say about the food in the country?15. According to the professor, what is one of the benefits of experiencing different cultures?。

新视野⼤学英语视听说教程3（第三版）UnittextUint4听⼒原⽂和答案Unit 4 testNextDirections: Click on the speaker to the left to start playing the audio recordingsParts I, II and III. They will be played continuously. Once the recording starts playiplease do NOT click on either the speaker icon or the 'Unit Quiz' link in the menuabove. Otherwise, you may lose the chance of hearing the complete recording.Part IDirections: Listen to the short dialogs, and then choose the correct answersto the questions. You will hear the recording twice. After the first playing,there will be time for you to choose the correct answers. Use the second playingto check your answers.1.(Listen to the audio recording for the question.)A. They are taking photos.B. They are barbecuing.C. They are playing with the woman's sister.D. They are looking at photos.2.(Listen to the audio recording for the question.)A. The man's mom will always scold him when he and his brother fight.B. The man's mom will always scold his brother when they fight.C. The woman's sister is very naughty.D. The woman sometimes fights with her little sister.3.(Listen to the audio recording for the question.)A. The woman thinks parents shouldn't allow children to watch TV at all.B. The man's child is a couch potato.C. The woman's child doesn't like watching TV.D. The man encourages his child to work out to reduce the time spendingon TV.4.(Listen to the audio recording for the question.)A. Husband and wife.B. Daughter and father.C. Mother and son.D. Two colleagues.5.(Listen to the audio recording for the question.)A. One had better forget the divorce.B. One should find a new spouse as early as possible.C. Divorce is very painful.D. Divorce is not very painful.Part IIDirections: Listen to the passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, listen for the general idea. When the passage is read the second time, fill in the blanks numbered from S1 to S7 with the exact words you hear. For blanks numbered from S8 to S10, write down either the exact words you hear or the main points in your own words. When the passage is read the third time, check your answers.In a powerful new Mercedes a married couple are driving along a highwayHer husband suddenly looks over at her. From theand themoment. He says, "been married for 20 years, but I want aThe wife says nothing, but slowly increases theHe then says, "(8)Again the wife stays quiet, but speeds up as her rage increases."I want the house," he insists, pressing his luck.The wife speeds up to 80 mph.He says, "I want the car, too," but she just drives faster and faster.By now she's up to 90 mph."All right," the man says, "(9)The wife slowly starts to veer toward a bridge.This makes him a bit nervous, so he says, "Isn't there anything you want?"The wife says, ""Oh, really," he says, "So what have you got?"Seconds before they slam into the bridge at a speed of 100 mph, the wife smiles and says, "The airbag."Part IIIDirections: Listen to the following recording, and then choose the correct answers to the questions. You will hear the recording twice. After the first playing, there will be time for you to choose the correct answers. Use the second playing to check your answers.1. What is the passage mainly about?A. The importance of remarriage.B. The reasons for a remarriage.C. Ways of preparing for a blended family.D. Children's problems in a blended family.2. How will children view the man their single mother is dating if she says "we're just friends"?A. They will find the man threatening.B. They will leave home.C. They will treat the man as a friend.D. They will be eager to have a new father.3. How can single parents benefit from advice?A. They can make up their minds to find a new spouse quickly.B. They can see the issue from a new angle.C. They will understand their former spouse better.D. They can give their new spouse a surprise.4. According to the passage, which of the following is true in the case of a divorce?A. Children are sadder than parents.B. Parents are sadder than children.C. Younger children have more problems than older children.D. Older children have more problems than younger children.5. Which people are mentioned in the passage who must make adjustments in a blended family?A. The stepparent and the biological parent.B. The stepparent and the children.C. The biological parent and the children.D. The stepparent, the biological parent, and the children.Part IVDirections: Choose the best answer to each of the following statements.1.Amy, sit down. We need to talk. Your mother and I are going to _________.A. separateB. separate with each otherC. divorce ourselvesD. divorce with each other2.So you're still single? If you ________ to me and used the Internet, you'd have had a husband by now.A. listenB. have listenC. have listenedD. had listened3.I _________ an online ad that read, "Husband Wanted".A. putB. postedC. positionedD. pressed4.I do have a right _____ stability for my children and myself, don't I?A. inB. forC. toD. at5.Do you yell at him and call ______________?A. him namesB. his namesC. him nameD. his naming6.Remarriage was the ______ thing I'd consider for two years after my divorce.I had heard about the high rate of remarriage failures.A. finalB. eventualC. lastingD. last7.As time ________, my son gradually grew up, and he became conscious of my loneliness and anxiety.A. went byB. went pastC. passed overD. passed through8.____________ he said this, I ignored him.A. In the first timeB. The first timeC. The first time whenD. At the first time when9.Our kids are being teased by other kids at school because we can't dress them _____ the current fashions!A. withB. byC. inD. for10.I hope you won't hesitate and let golden opportunities slip _______ your fingers.A. inB. overC. alongD. through。

UNIT 4 Statements and CommentsSection A 1.expressed concern 2.apologized remarks 3.denied charges warned 4.condemned 5.called for 6.threatened accused 7.deeply troubled 8.allegations baseless 10.stressed the importanceSection B 1. The Canadian Prime Minister Steven Harper has announced the construction of two military facilities in the Arctic and a move to assert his country’s sovereignty over the contested region, which is estimated to contain billions of dollars of oil and gas deposits.2. A speaker purporting to be al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden is accusing the US and the European Union of backing a war against Islam.3. The former president of Iran Mohammad Khatami says American attempts to impose western-style democracy on the Middle East are flawed because democracy is not something that can be exported.4. The Pentagon has issued a memo to rebut the criticism from several retired generals who called for Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld to resign.5. British Prime Minister Tony Blair says his country is taking tough new measures to fight extremism following last month’s deadly terrorist attacks in London.Answer：1.B 2.D 3A 4D 5CSection CItem 1Russian President Vladimir Putin says his country is prepared to help Kyrgyzstan’s new leaders establish stability in the wake of a political upheaval. Mr. Putin made these comments today following a telephone discussion with Kyrgyzstan’s opposition leader Kurmanbek Bakiyev who was appointed by parliament to lead an interim government. Kyrgyzstan’s new leaders are trying to restore order after two days of massive looting and street violence that left at least three people dead and injured many more.Answer：1-(B,D) 2-(A,D) 3-(G) 4-(E)Item 2 British officials in Iran have denied allegations of any British involvement in violence in the southwestern province of Khuzestan where at least four people were killed in two bomb attacks on Saturday. The British embassy in Tehran condemned the attacks and said Britain rejected allegations linking it to terrorist outrages. Several Iranian officials have made statements implicating British troops stationed across the border inside southern Iraq in the bombings and in previous attacks earlier this year which killed 10 people.Answer：Task1：1F 2F 3F 4T 5FTask2:1.embassy rejected linking to2.Iranian officials implicating bombings previous attacks Item 3 For the first time, President Bush has said it could be accurate to compare the recent escalation of violence in Iraq to the 1968 Tet Offensive during the Vietnam War. The Tet Offensive marked a strong downturn in public support for both the Vietnam War and then-President Lyndon Johnson. Mr. Bush spoke in an ABC TV interview in which he addressed increased violence in Iraq. The comparison of the insurgency in Iraq to the Tet Offensive in Vietnam was made in a column by Tom Friedman in the New York Times.Answer：1. The 1968 Tet Offensive (during the Vietnam War.)2 .Downturn in public support for both the Vietnam War and then-President3. Increased violence in Iraq.4. The New York Times.5. A column writer /a columnistSection DItem 1Iran’s president is denying reports he gave an interview to an Arab newspaper in which he threatened to halt oil sales if Tehran was referred to the United Nations Security Council. I ran’s Presidential Media Department made that denial in a statement issued today in a reaction to an article published in the Khaleej Times . Earlier today the United Arab Emirates-based newspaper reported that President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad threatened in an interview to stop oil sales if Iran is sent to the council for its nuclear activities. The reports from a French news agency say the reporter is astonished by the denial ,but the news agency say also says, the publisher of the newspaper says the c0nfusion may be due to the reporter not adequately identifying herself as a journalist.Answer：1.denying 2.halt oil sales 3.refered to 4.nuclear activities 5.Media 6.made that denial 7.reaction 8. French news agency 9. astonishedItem 2 South Korea and Japan say they have not detected any radioactivity to confirm North Korea’s claim that it conducted an underground nuclear test on Monday .Late Friday unnamed U.S. official said U.S. aircraft have detected traces of radiation in the airsamples collected near the suspected North Korea test site ,but they stressed no final determination had been made .World of the latest findings comes as the UN Security Council members continue to hammer out details of a draft resolution was expected Saturday .The UN draft resolution includes economic and weapons sanctions against North Korea, including a travel ban and financial restriction .Answer：Task1：1.D 2.BTask2:1.T 2.F 3.F 4.F 5.T 6.F 7.TItem 3 Russian President Vladimire Putin says he will not allow foreign powers to dictate Russia’s energy policy or interfe re in any of its internal affairs. In an interview broadcast from Saint Petersburg today , Mr. Putin told NBC News that recent Western criticism of Russia is a mix of cold war and colonialist thinking .Mr. Putin singled out U.S. Vice President Dick Chene y’s recent of Russian energy policy in which Cheney accused Russia of using its vast oil and gas resources as tools of intimidation .Putin compared those comments to an errant gunshot by Cheney that wounded a companion on a hunting trip earlier this year . The Russian leader host President Bush and other world leaders later this week in a summit of the G-8 industrialized nations . Mr. Putin said Russia is ready to hear well-intentioned criticism from foreign leaders , but said he will categorically reject what he called interference in Russia’s internal affairs .Answer:1. Putin says he will not allow foreign powers to dictate Russia’s energy policy or interfere in any of its internal affairs.2.In an NBC interview broadcast from Saint Petersburg today.3. He called it a mix of cold war and colonialist thinking4. Cheney accused Russia of using its vast oil and gas resources as tools of intimidation.5. He compared them to an errant gunshot by Cheney that wounded a companion on a hunting trip earlier this year .6. Russia welcomes well-intentioned criticism from foreign leaders. Section E 1. the new assessment of China’s military capability2. reinforces US arguments against lifting a European arms embargo3. as well as helping bringing those responsible to justice4. expressed personal condolences and the support of the American people5. the most closely guarded minister in the govern。

Unit 1 Man and NatureListen and RespondThe Importance of Protecting Sea ResourcesDuring the 19th century, people in Europe and America claimed that marine resources were unlimited.For example, a noted biologist at the time commented that none ofthe world’s great sea fisheries were ever going to be exhausted.Today though, there is evidence showing that marine resources areas seriously endangered as those of the land and the air.In fact, in some ways the threats to fish are more alarming than the threats to animals and birds.This is because fish is a much needed food resource,as people throughout the world depend on fish as an important part of their diet.It is reported that to satisfy food demands,20 billion pounds of fish are harvested every year in the North Atlantic alone.Sea resources are also rapidly declining in many other parts of the world.Scientists now believe that food supplies from the sea won’t last forever.They warn that excessive fishing will destroy fish reserves within the next few years.They also warn that the decline in fish supply will cause starvation in some parts of the world.Unit 2 Man and TechnologyListen and RespondWhat Has Technology Brought Us?Technology plays a vital role in our society.It makes our life more comfortable and convenient.Without it, we couldn’t evolve or cope up with the ever changing world we live in. Firstly, technology shortens the distance between people and makes communication much easier.Today, the Internet is widely used not only for the collection of information but also for correspondence.Secondly, modern means of transportation, such as airplanes and high-speed trains make our journey smoother and faster.With the help of modern transportation, we can go almost anywhere we want to.To journey into outer space and other planets is not a dream any more.Rockets and space shuttles have made the dream come true.Thirdly, modern medicine prolongs our life and relieves patients from pain.Some deadly diseases, such as cancer and AIDS can be treated now, and we can live longer and better.Last but not least, technology expands our vision of the world.It provides us with larger possibilities by giving us ideas that never occurred to us in the past. It is hard to imagine what the world would be like without technology.Unit 3 Fame and SuccessListen and RespondFour Steps to Successful Goal-SettingSuccessful people always have clear goals.Great musicians, great athletes, successful salespeople and inspiring leaders know what they want in life, and they go after it.No one becomes successful by accident!And yet, a lot of young people that I know just live their lives withno goals at all, or with only vague dreams, hopes and wishes.No wonder they have achieved so much less than they could!For those who have not yet experienced the joy of setting and achieving magnificent goals, here is a powerful set of principles that have worked for thousands of my clients.They will work for you, too.I call them “Four Steps to Successful Goal-Setting”:1. Decide what you want.Choose the life you prefer!You can’t have everything in life.But you can have anything you choose if you will focus,pay the price, and pursue it with all your heart.2. Make clear your values.Too often, people choose goals that are inconsistent with their priorities and daily behavior. Do you value health, or comfort?Is financial independence a priority, or merely a wish?Make sure that your goals are consistent with your most important values.3. Write them down.Have the courage to put your intentions on paper and in your own words.Be specific and describe your goals in detail.When will you achieve them?What will success look like?Write down the details and read your goals every day.4. Take action.To run a marathon, you must jog every day.A loving marriage or happy kids require your time, your attention and your love, every day. Your daily actions need not be profound or extraordinary, but they must be consistent and persistent.Success does not “just happen”.Just as an artist will make preliminary sketches and work out the details in his mind,so your success requires written goals, careful choices, clear commitments and daily persistence.You can do this.Make something great of your life!Unit 4 Work and CareerListen and RespondAttitude Makes a DifferenceAttitudes affect the way people get along at home, at school, and at work.Your attitude will influence your feelings of job satisfaction and your career success. Attitude is the way you think about things and act toward others.In fact, many employers believe that the most important factor in job success is a positive attitude.They know that an employee's work performance is closely related to his or her attitude. Employees with a positive attitude enjoy better business performance.If you view a new job as an opportunity, a chance to learn new things,and act with interest and enthusiasm, you are expressing a positive attitude.You also demonstrate a positive attitude when you are polite, cooperative and considerate with your co-workers and superiors.People with a positive attitude view the world as a friendly place.They take responsibility for their decisions and have the ability to control their feelings. People with a positive attitude are easy to get along with.They are honest in expressing their thoughts and feelings.And they are open to suggestions and constructive criticism.As you begin your new job, guard against a negative attitude.People with a negative attitude frequently complain and have careless work habits.They always blame others for their own problems.Besides, they are critical and indifferent to the needs of others.Unit 5 LifestylesListen and RespondLiving a Frugal LifePeople who live a frugal lifestyle often live with less stress.This is because they know how to take control of their money and,therefore, they have more control over their lives in general.And if you have more control of your life, you are likely to have more peace of mind.With that peace of mind comes what may be called "frugal freedom", namely, freedom from debt,freedom from envy, freedom from shame, freedom from worry, and freedom from loss of one's identity.Living a frugal life does not mean having nothing or living poor and cheap.Neither does it mean denying oneself the luxuries of life.A frugal lifestyle simply means that you have the intelligence to live a happyand fulfilling life without possessing a lot.Much of the transition from being extravagant to being frugal is within the mind.For example, before you leave your room, remember to turn off the light; keep all windows and outside doors closedwhen the air conditioning is on; turn off the tap water immediately after use; when you goshopping,use your brain to save money on certain things for something else you need or want.In short, living a frugal lifestyle means that you don't have to "keep up with the Joneses" and that you do not have to follow trends and fads.We should always remember that it is easier to spend less than it is to make more.It is easier to be frugal than to free oneself from financial stress.So, let us be frugal and live within our means.It is a great way of life.Unit 6 Attitudes to LifeListen and RespondAlways Be PositiveBeing positive is a discipline.There are so many things we cannot control,forces we are powerless to change because so much of life is unpredictable.We cannot control diseases.We cannot control injuries.We cannot control the weather and so many other things that are a part of our lives.But we can control our moods.A mood is simply a reflection of our attitude and we certainly can change our attitude.For example, when one of your co-workers asks you how you're doingwith your work, your answer may be "I feel great".But do you really feel great?Probably not.If your answer were negative, you would make your co-workers feel bad and uncomfortable. In that case, you've begun a whole cycle of negativity.Again, it's an attitude.A good attitude and a bad attitude are really just two different ways of looking at the same situation.Here's another example.You have a big work project due on the boss' desk tomorrow morning.You are up against a deadline.And you are half-done.Now there are two ways to look at the project.You can worry about all the work still left for you to do.Or you can tell yourself that half of it is already done,and you are certainly better off than when you first started the project.That's your choice: is the glass half-empty or half-full?That's the choice we have to make every morning when we get out of bed.Looking honestly at the reality of the situationand seeing the positive side of it may indeed increase the quality of our life.Self-motivated people look at each day as a new opportunity.They love what they do.They cannot wait to get to work in the morning.Unit 7 Reading and ReflectionListen and RespondReading EfficientlyYou know you have to read "between the lines" to get the most out of anything.I want to persuade you to do something equally importantin the course of your reading, that is: "write between the lines".Unless you do, you are not likely to do the most efficient kind of reading.I contend that marking up a book is an act of love.There are two ways in which one can own a book.The first is the property right you establish by paying for it, just as you pay for clothes and furniture.But this act of purchase is only the prelude to possession.Full ownership comes only when you have made it a part of yourself,and the best way to make yourself a part of it is by writing in it.Why is marking up a book indispensable to reading?First, it keeps you awake.And I don't mean merely conscious; I mean wide awake.In the second place, reading, if it is active, is thinking,and thinking tends to express itself in words, spoken or written.The marked book is usually the thought-through book.Finally, writing helps you remember the thoughts you had, or the thoughts the author expressed.If reading is to accomplish anything more than passing time, it must be active.You can't let your eyes glide across the lines of a bookand come up with an understanding of what you have read.The books you read for pleasure can be read in a state of relaxation and nothing is lost.But a great book, rich in ideas and beauty,a book that raises and tries to answer fundamental questions, demands the most active reading.When you've finished reading a book, and the pages are filled with your notes, you know that you read actively.Unit 8 GlobalizationListen and RespondThe Advantages and Disadvantages of GlobalizationGlobalization has been a commonly used term since the late twentieth century.It simply means that the world has become integrated economically, socially,politically and culturally through the advances in technology, transportation and communication.It is undeniable that globalization has resulted in both positive and negative effects which must be addressed accordingly.To begin with, globalization has contributed to the world's economies in many beneficial ways.Advances in science and technology have allowed businesses to easily cross over frontiers. Consequently, companies tend to become more productiveand competitive thereby raising the quality of goods, services and the world's living standards.Secondly, a very critical advantage is the spread of education.With numerous educational institutions around the globe, one can move out from the home country for better opportunities elsewhere.Thus, integrating with different cultures, meeting and learning from variouspeople through the medium of education is all due to globalization.Developing countries or labour-intensive countries have benefited the most.However, one cannot deny the negative effects resulting from globalization. Globalization has given rise to more health risks and threats of epidemics.A customary example is the dawn of HIV/AIDS.Having its origin in remote regions of Africa, the virus has spread like wildfire throughout the globe.Furthermore, food items are also transported to various countries,and this is a matter of concern, especially in the case of perishable items.The safety regulations and the standards of food preparation are different in different countries,which may pose a risk of potential health hazards.In conclusion, while globalization is inevitable, we must nevertheless urge individuals, companies and governments to use a more balanced approach by takingappropriate steps to deal with matters relating to the financialor economic gains versus the social, political and ecological concerns of the world.。

全新版大学英语(第二版)听说教程4听力答案Key to the Listening ExercisesUnit 1 One WorldPart B: Exercise 1:1. A radio or TV program2. birthday celebrations around the world3. they run a weekly column in the Toronto Daily Star4. because they can’t afford the cost5. because eighteen is the age when one is accepted as an adult with the right to vote, buy winesand drive a car.6. because girls are considered to be more mature than boys of the same age.7. Egypt, Turkey, Indonesia, and SenegalExercise 2: F F T F F F F T Part C: 1. unique 2. globe3. simultaneously4. terrorist5. remembrance6. appropriate7. sharing8. the material can be submitted to the project organizers in Scotland9. It will allow a voice to all people regardless of antionality, religion, race, political viewpoint,gender or age.Unit 2 Anti-smokingPart B:Exercise 1: d c b a a Exercise 2:1. smoking is banned; public places; theaters and airports; all workplaces2. have banned smoking; parks and recreation centers; smoke-free park; smoke-free zones; 375;January 1, 2002; harmful effects of secondhand tobacco smoke; dangerous bobacco wastePart C:d d a aUnit 3 MemoryPart B:Exercise 1: d c a cExercise 2:were born with better memories; in different parts of the brain; ideas, words; numbers; left-hand side; images; sounds; smell; right-hand side; chemicals such as adrenaline; boost memory; context; recall; to remember it; lost itPart C：A D BUnit 4 Dealing with cultural diffenencesPart B:Exercise 1: d b d c d a Exercise 2: Country Proper behaviorWhat Kate/Rob did Brazil Go round;every one individually Hello;everyone;sat down France Everyone in the group Goodbye; left The US FirmlyQuite gently Italy First;invited to;titles First name;invited to Germany Your left hand;your pocket Her left hand in her pocket Russia Owen name;a strangerHow do you doPart C: 1. C 2. D 3. B 4.Unit 5 FriendshipPart B:Exercise 1: b, c, aExercise 2: F T F F F F T F T TPart Cc d c a bUnit 6 SuccessPart B:Exercise 1: A D D B C DExercise 2: business; economics; had years of experience in; stuff they wanted to get rid of; $110,000; construction materials; old couches; metal and electronics; over 60 percent; charities; $3 million; 130; 16; 80; 2012 Part CB C B AUnit 7 WealthPart B. Exercise 1d c b b a b Exercise 21. with a fortune, easier and freer, gains nothing, glittering baggage, attended to2. the more snow it collects3. comfort, enters the house a guest , becomes a host , a master4. and ride mankind Match: 1. d 2. a 3. b 4. c Part Cc a b bUnit 8 WarPart B Exercise 1b c b a d Exercise 21. He was only 20 years old.2. There are 75 British cemeteries3. The name of 55,000 missing soldiers are engraved on its walls.4. There are no headstones, no flowers, only slabs in the grass. The whole place is dark anddank.5. It was created by an explosion.6. It dates from medieval times Part Cb dcd c bUnit 9 AgingPart B Exercise 1c cd c d Exercise 2 Diana FemaleAlzheimer’s disease 53, four Memory1. recognize familiar buildings husband’s workplace2. no idea how to get home3. recognize her cousin4. her way round her office building made mistakes Part C1) opportunities 2) services 3) longevity 4) specialty 5) structure 6) existences 7) complicated8) the elderly must rely on a fixed income9) while some live with their children, many more live by themselves, with a friend or in a nursing home10) They have formed organizations to voice their own needs and concerns to local, state andfederal agencies.Unit 10 Home SchoolingPart BExercise 1. b d a c Exercise21. 41-foot sailing boat2. dining table3. devised their own curriculum4. a shuttle launch, the Kennedy Space Center museums.5. use a library6. writing, science experiments,. artwork, projects7. the world around them8. a rain forest, a coral reef, historic ruins, foreign markets, local festivals PartC a b c cUnit 11 Opinion PollsPart B Exercise 1a cb bc Exercise 21. They are too high2. So that people can be discouraged from using cars3. She suggests that they use a graded charging system depending on how far they are fromthe city centre.4. Because they pollute the city center.5. Use the bus or tram service. Part Ca c c aUnit 12 Reality TVPart B Exercise 1.c bd d d d Exercise 2.1. In Sweden in 1997.2. On a South Pacific island in May 2000.3. They had to find and cook their own food. Sometimes they even had to eat rats and worms.4. Nine volunteers. They were filmed 24 hours a day for 100 days.5. On New Year’s Eve 19996. $1 million for the winner of Survivor and $500,000 for the winner of Big Brother.7. Big brother. Part Ca b b d dUnit 13 That’s LifePart B Exercise 1.1．In an expensive restaurant in London.2．No, he was brought up in England but now lives in South Africa. 3．With his sister and brother-in-law. Exercise 2.c a c c a a Part Cd c b dUnit14 Crime and PunishmentPart B Exercise 1.b d dc c Exercise 2.1. He wanted to buy some undetectable poison from the druggist.2. A cup of coffee.3. A pistol4. A confession of his intention to poison his wife.5. One thousand dollars.6. He would mail it to a friend.7. Preventing murders. Part CC b b aTest 1.Part A1. a2. c3.b4.c5.a6.b7. c8.d Part B9. c 10.d 11.a 12.b 13.d 14.b 15 c Part C16). warned 17). cigarette !8). disease !9) extremely 20) kick 21)attempt 22)quit 23) They hope this will eventually enable many people to permanently kill the habit.24) Smoking also can call a special telephone number to hear recorded messages by doctors.25) Americans who do not smoke are being asked to help just one person quit smoking during the 24- hour campaign. Part D26. a 27.d 28.a 29.b 30. d 31.a 32. c 33.a 34. c 35.dTest 2Part A1. b2.b3.d4.d5.d6. d7.c8. b Part B9.d 10.d 11.c 12.a 3.d 14.a 15.b Part C16) regularly 17) measure 18) range 19) media 20) preferences 21) appeal 22) strategies23) polls are used to obtain information about voters’ attitudes toward issues and candidates. 24) it is often possible to determine the probable winner even before the voting booths close.25) The public’s attitude toward various social, economic, and international issues is also considered newsworthy. Part D26. c 27.d 28. b 29.b 30. c 31.d 32. a 33. c 34. d 35. c。

Unit4PartBHow to Use an OHPM: I want to use the overhead projector for my presentation. Could you show me how to use it?W: OK, let me show you. Just watch what I do. I... I'll talk you through the procedure.M: Thanks.W: Right, well. First of all, you put the OHP on the table here, about 2 meters from the wall or the screen. Er...do you have a screen?M: Er...no. I thought I'd just use the wall.W: Oh, er...well, a screen's better, but I suppose this wall will be all right. It is sort of white. Anyway, let's try it. So, the next thing you have to do is press these buttons in and lift this part up until it snaps into place.M: I see.W: And then turn it round so the head is facing towards the screen, I mean the wall, and now we can plug it in.M: Right, and you switch it on?W: Yeah. Then I press the switch here on the front...M: Right.W: There! And the light should come on.M: Right, OK.W: Yeah, there we are. So, you just place your transparency here on the glass.M: OK, there, oh!W: Oh, no! No, the other way up.M: Oh yes, of course.W: That's right, yeah. And to raise or lower the image you move this flap up or down... There, that's better.M: Right, OK.W: And finally, to focus the image you turn this wheel to make it sharp. There we are, that's not too bad.M: Oh, that's great, yeah. OK, thanks.W: Oh, one more thing: whatever you do, don't keep switching it on and off. I'm going to switch it off now. Now, when you use it in your presentation, you should leave it switched on, with a piece of paper over the glass.M: Right, I...er... I don't understand why you have to leave it on.W: Well, the reason why you have to do that is that you don't want the bulb to fail. The bulb fails easily if the machine is on and off frequently. If it does, you'll have to replace the bulb, which will be very hot and you may not have a spare anyway. So that's about it. Any questions?M: Erm...no, that seems all very clear. Thank you very much.W: You're welcome. Oh, and I really do think you need to get a screen, by the way. The picture would be much brighter than on that wall, you know.M: Oh, OK. Well, I'll ask Jim if he's got one.W: Oh, good idea! And make sure he shows you how to put it up!M: I will. Thanks again.PartCAdditional ListeningsHow to Send an E-mailM: I would like to send an e-mail to a friend of mine. Could you tell me how to do it?W: Certainly. First, you choose the e-mail program on your computer and click New Message.M: All right.W: OK? Well, then you start typing the name of the recipient. The program remembers the name and completes the e-mail address. Well, if not, you look up the name in the address book or contact list. OK? Well, if you want other people to get copies of the same message, you send them 'CCs', which are copies of the message. OK? Then you press Return on the keyboard and then you type the subject of the message. Now, there's no need to put the date because that goes in automatically when you send the message, together with the time. OK?M: Oh, yeah.W: Well, then you press Return again and start writing the message. Now, if you make a mistake, you just press Backspace to delete the previous letter or word and then type it again correctly.M: I see.W: Now, when you've finished, you read the whole message through to make sure it looks right and contains the right information. Now, if you decide you want to change sentences around, you can copy sentences and paste them in other places.M: And...er...er...how about spelling and punctuation, er...that can be corrected automatically, can't it?W: Well, yes and no. You can run your spell checker and that may bring up some mis-typings and things like that. But it definitely won't catch them all, so you must read it through to check your spelling, too. And check your punctuation at the same time. Now if you notice a misspelt word, or if you want to change a word or something like that, double-click on the word and type the new word over it.M: Fine. That's easy.W: Hmm. And then it's ready to send. You just click on Send and it'll go off immediately. And the other person will find your message in their Inbox when they next go online to get their messages.M: Right. Well, that sounds much easier than handwriting a message and faxing it.W: Sure it does.Questions:1. Where does the computer store the e-mail addresses of your friends?2. What does "CCs" stand for? When do you use "CCs"?3. What can you do if you want to change sentences around?4. What can you do if you want the computer to check mis-typings?5. What do you do if you want to change a word?PartDLayout of a LetterAs we go through, I'm going to tell you the layout of a formal letter in English -- you might want to note this information down on a separate piece of paper. OK, the first thing is to write the sender's address in the top right-hand corner. OK. This has a set order with the number of the house or flat followed by the name of the street; and then underneath that, perhaps the district if it's a big town, then under that the name of the town or city, with the postcode. And it's now common, quite acceptable, to write all this without any punctuation at all. And the address -- please write it now in the top right-hand corner -- is 12 Greenwood Avenue.And the next line is West Ealing (that's E-A-L-I-N-G). Next line: London W5-then a small gap -- 6RJ. London W5 6RJ.Now leave a line, and then write the date directly underneath the address. Now you can do this in several different ways. You can put 10 September, or September 10, or just 10 dot 9 dot 2003. So use one of these methods and put today's date in the correct place.And now, if you want, you could write the address of the person you are writing to. If you do that, you put it on the left-hand side of the paper, and you would usually start the address at roughly the same level as the date which is on the right-hand side.The next thing we write is the salutation. Our letter is to Sean White, and we begin Dear Mr. White -- please note exactly where it goes.Now, if you don't know the person's name you just put Dear Sir, or Dear Madam, or Dear Sir or Madam. In an informal letter you still use "Dear", but you start with the person's first name -- for example, Dear Maria or Dear Stephen or whatever.And at the end of the letter you sign off "Yours sincerely" -- capital "Y", but small "s". Socould you write that now at the end of the letter, leaving a line first?Now, we put "sincerely" if we know the name of the person that we are writing to. But if you don't know the name, the traditional ending is "Yours faithfully". Now, this is the custom in Britain, although it is true to say that not everyone keeps to it, and I think in America they use different endings -- for example, they may finish a letter with "Truly yours".OK, if you are writing to a friend, then it's usually something like "best wishes", or often "love" if it's a member of your family or a very close friend, but not so common between two friends who are men. After the ending, in this case "Yours sincerely", leave a line, and then put your signature directly underneath. If your name is Maria Lee, write M. Lee underneath "Yours sincerely" Then type your full name below your signature. So do that now -- write your signature at the end of the letter. And that's it.Questions:1. According to the speaker, what should be included in the sender's address in a formal letter in English?2. Which of the following is not an acceptable way to date an English letter?3. What does the speaker say about addressing the receiver in a formal letter if we don't know the person's name?4. What does the speaker say about the ways to end a letter?5. When is it not advisable to end a letter with the word "love"?6. What is usually placed below the writer's signature at the end of a letter?。

大学生英语教材4听力答案Unit 1: Campus LifePart 1: Short ConversationsSection A1. B. The chemistry building.2. C. A camera.3. A. It's too hot.4. B. She will go to the concert.5. C. He'll look for an apartment tomorrow.Section B6. C. They will have a party.7. A. She needs more time to think about it.8. B. His wallet was stolen.9. A. It's too crowded.10. B. He needs to go to the library.Part 2: PassagesSection A11. C. To prepare for a class presentation.12. B. Reading newspapers and magazines.13. A. Less than half of the students.14. B. To focus on practical applications.15. C. By attending seminars and workshops.Section B16. B. They will be more difficult.17. C. There will be more group work.18. A. To develop students' critical thinking skills.19. B. They allow students to apply theoretical knowledge.20. A. It helps students gain practical experience.Unit 2: Personal CharacteristicsPart 1: Short ConversationsSection A1. B. In a restaurant.2. C. They both enjoyed the movie.3. A. History.4. B. He prefers reading magazines.5. C. It's too expensive.Section B6. A. Taking risks.7. B. They are curious.8. C. She should be more patient.9. B. He has a new pet.10. A. She wants to lose weight.Part 2: PassagesSection A11. B. By staying positive.12. A. They are independent.13. C. They have a strong sense of purpose.14. A. They have a positive impact on others.15. C. By setting specific goals.Section B16. B. They are more likely to succeed.17. A. They learn from their failures.18. C. They have good time management skills.19. B. By stepping out of their comfort zone.20. A. They are motivated and determined. Unit 3: Travel and SightseeingPart 1: Short Conversations1. B. At a travel agency.2. C. She prefers cultural experiences.3. A. To visit historical landmarks.4. B. The weather forecast for tomorrow.5. C. By taking a guided tour.Section B6. C. It's famous for its museums.7. A. By taking a cruise.8. A. He will have a layover in Chicago.9. B. They should try the local cuisine.10. A. She enjoys exploring new places.Part 2: PassagesSection A11. C. It offers a variety of outdoor activities.12. B. To explore the natural beauty.13. A. They are known for their architecture.14. B. It attracts tourists with its cultural heritage.15. C. By experiencing the local traditions.16. B. To learn about different cultures.17. A. They can broaden their horizons.18. C. It allows people to relax and rejuvenate.19. B. They can create lifelong memories.20. A. It helps to promote mutual understanding. Unit 4: Daily LifePart 1: Short ConversationsSection A1. A. At a pet store.2. C. She bought a new laptop.3. A. He needs help with his homework.4. B. It's too noisy.5. C. He wants to try a new recipe.Section B6. B. They enjoy spending time outdoors.7. A. To reduce stress.8. C. She should get more sleep.9. B. They are planning a surprise birthday party.10. A. He wants to improve his cooking skills.Part 2: PassagesSection A11. B. By establishing a routine.12. A. It helps to save time.13. C. They can improve productivity.14. A. It allows for better organization.15. B. By prioritizing tasks.Section B16. B. It improves overall well-being.17. C. They can enhance creativity.18. A. It strengthens relationships.19. B. They can develop new skills.20. C. It contributes to personal growth.Note: The above answers are based on assumptions and may not match the actual content of the textbook. It is advisable to refer to the official answer key provided by the textbook publisher for accurate answers. The format of the article does not adhere to any specific style as per the instruction.。

Unit 4-Conversation 1Kate: So, what did you think of the movie?Mark: It was good but I thought it was too long.Kate: Yes, me too.Kate: Hey, where's my bike? I don't believe it! It's gone! Mark: It was next to mine, you chained it up!Kate: Someone's stolen it! Oh, how could they!Mark: Oh, Kate!Kate: How could someone have done this! The creep! Mark: It's a really mean thing to do, steal a bike.Kate: It was a mountain bike and it cost a fortune —I don't have the money to buy another one.Mark: Listen, I'll go down the street and see if I can see anyone with it. Why don't you go into that shop and seeif they've seen anything suspicious? I'll be back in a minute. Kate: OK.Kate: Well?Ma rk: No luck. What did they say in the shop?Kate: I asked the shopkeeper if she'd seen anything —Mark: And?Kate: She said she hadn't. I guess it was a long shot. She advised me to report it to the police. But according toher, bikes get stolen all the time around here.Mark: Listen, let's get back so you can report it.Kate: I've got no bike. I'm just so upset!Mark: It's not far to college. Come on!Unit 4-Conversation 2Mark: So did you ring the police?Kate: Yes. I went to the police station to report it.Mark: What did they say?Kate: No one's found it. This woman said that Oxford has the fifth highest rate of bike theft in the country!Mark: You're joking!Kate: That's what she said.Mark: What else did she say?Kate: She told me that sometimes you do get bikes back —the thieves use them and then abandon them, apparently, and then people find them and report them.Mark: So you might get it back.Kate: I hope so, Mark, I really do. It's just too much, you know? But ... um ... what else? She told me to go to this sale they have of abandoned bikes. She thinks I might find it there. But it's only every two months, I can't wait till then! Honestly, Mark, I'm really furious!Mark: You can always buy a cheap bike on eBay.Kate: Hello ... Speaking ... You found it! Where was it? Is it ...? Oh, that's fantastic news! There was a lamp and a basket on it ... Right ... OK, thank you, I'll be in tomorrow morning to pick it up. Unbelievable! This guy found it!Mark: Brilliant! Was that the police?Kate: Yes. What they said was, someone dumped it outside this guy's backyard.Mark: That's so strange! Kate: The lamp's been stolen and the basket.Mark: Forget about it! You're lucky to get it back!Unit 4-Outside viewReporter：The trade in endangered animals is booming, as this collection of items seized by border agents shows.Ivory and rhino horn, trophy animals and Chinesemedicines, it's a multimillion pound black-marketindustry. This year, Sky News has filmed withrhinos in South Africa, clearly seeing the damagedone by poachers, and it's thought the number ofrhinos killed there might reach a record high thisyear.Interviewee 1：Poaching levels are at... you know, unprecedented levels now, you know, they've gonethrough the roof. The rhino ... they're anticipating1,000 rhinos to be slaughtered in South Africa, er,this year alone.Reporter：In the past year, UK customs officials have seized2.5 million illegal itoms. That’s ten times more thanthe year before. Included in that, almost 4,000 kilosof illegally imported medicines, 93 endangered liveanimals, and over 300 items made from ivory. Interviewee 2：Here we've got a pair of, er, snakeskin shoes of some sort, look like python.Reporter：The items held in this warehouse have also been smuggled illegally, often in the form of packagessent by courier or parcel post, and intercepted at theUK's ports and airports. Endangered animalsbrought in alive are rehomed across the country. Interviewee 3：There's a huge trade in reptiles, tortoises for example are enormous problems, and turtles, oftenconfiscated. And it's extremely difficult trying tofind homes for these, these, these sorts of animals. Reporter：Many of these items will be passed on for education or research. But the rhino horn will be destroyed,and prevented from ever hitting the black marketagain. Harriet Hadfield, Sky News.Unit 4-Listening inNews reportOver the past few years, the true crime genre has grown in popularity in the US. First, there was the podcast Serial, which revisited the case of Adnan Syed. He was imprisoned for the 1999 murder of his high school classmate and former girlfriend, which he claims he did not commit. Then Netflix came out with the documentary series Making a Murderer. The series follows the real-life story of Steven Avery，a man who was wrongly imprisoned for 18 years for a crime he didn’t commit. But soon after he was released from prison, he was arrested for the murder of a photographer. Again, he claims that he didn’t commit the crime.Some fans are even investigating the crimes and trials themselves. They have gathered and analyzed evidence andshared theories on other possible suspects. Both Serial and Making a Murderer have had impacts on the cases involved. Syed was given another chance to present evidence to prove he is innocent after his case became a pop cultural phenomenon, and more than 500,000 people asked for Steven Avery to be freed after the release of Making a Murderer.1.What is the news report mainly about?2.What do the cases in the programs have in common?Passage 1Patrick I read a funny story today in the paper - true story. Steve Go on, then.Patrick OK. This 72-year-old guy stole a pair of trousers from a department store in Paris. A security man saw him and alerted the police and they were waiting for him when he came out of the shop. The shoplifter started running, but the policeman soon caught up with him. The man then bit the policeman on his arm several times.Steve He bit the policeman?Patrick Yes - you have to remember, he was 72.Steve I'd forgotten that.Patrick Problem was, it didn't hurt the policeman at all, 'cause the guy had forgotten to put his false teeth in before he left home.Steve Very funny!Patrick And the moral of the story is -Steve Always remember to wear your false teeth if you're going to bite someone.Patrick That's good. I read a funny crime story the other day. Let's see ... yeah ... this guy... this guy robbed a supermarket somewhere in America -1 can't remember where exactly -anyway, he got away with about 4,000 dollars. The next week the local newspaper reported the story but said he'd stolen 6,000 dollars. The thief rang the newspaper office to complain. He said, "Look, I only took 4,000 dollars. I'm wondering if the supermarket manager took another 2,000 and said I'd taken it. I did not take 6,000, I promise you." Steve He was probably telling the truth.Patrick He probably was. Anyway, the newspaper managed to keep the guy talking while they rang the police. And the police traced the call - the guy was ringing from a phone booth - and they arrested him while he was still talking to the newspaper.Steve That's good. Stupid guy! I've got another true story ... This - this - old guy was in court for some crime - and he fell asleep. His case began and his lawyer stood up and said, "My client pleads not guilty." The man suddenly woke up, but wasn't sure what was happening. He jumped up and shouted, "I plead guilty! I plead guilty!"Patrick So what happened?Steve The judge allowed him to plead not guilty. Patrick That's the best, I think.Passage 2 Presenter You're listening to Kevin Fallen and my topic for today is street crime. Being mugged is something that can happen to anyone - and it's a very frightening experience. So it's positive when you hear of someone who was attacked by a mugger and defeated them - especially when that person is a woman. Anna Black was attacked by a mugger. She's here to tell us about it. How long ago did this happen, Anna?Anna Just over a week ago. The day it happened,I was coming home from work a bit later than usual -1 think it was about seven. I was on my mobile phone, talking to my husband.Presenter And it was still daylight?Anna Yes. Anyway, suddenly, someone pulled my hair from behind - and at the same time they grabbed my mobile phone. Now, I'm a karate black belt -Presenter Really!Anna Yes, I practise three times a week - so I'm ready for situations like this.Presenter I bet you are.Anna Yes, I can react very fast. So as soon as this guy grabbed me, I did what you're told to do in these situations. Presenter And what's that?Anna I fell backwards onto him.Presenter You fell backwards onto him!Anna Yeah! I'm tall and quite heavy - so we both fell to the ground together.Presenter Goodness!Anna I er, yeah -1 was ready to hit him but then next thing I knew, two men had seized the guy. They were driving past and they, they stopped to help. They were big strong guys. They called the police who came in five minutes. Presenter So the mugger was arrested?Anna Yes, he was.Presenter Do you think, if that hadn't happened, you could have injured him?Anna Oh, I'd like to think so. I'm a black belt,that's what I'm trained to do.Presenter Well, it's great to hear of women coping well in situations like this. Perhaps we should all learn karate.Anna I think it's a good idea to have some kind of defence training. Yes, especially if you live in an area that isn't very safe.。