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大学英语视听说听力原文第一部分:听力材料一、对话A: Hey, what are you doing this weekend?B: I'm planning to go to the park with my family.A: That sounds like fun. Are you going to have a picnic?B: Yes, we're going to bring some sandwiches and drinks.A: That sounds delicious. I hope you have a great time.B: Thank you. I'm sure we will.二、独白三、新闻四、故事Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Emily. She lived in a small village with her family. One day, Emily found a lost puppy in the forest. She took the puppy home and took care of it. She named the puppy Max. Max became a part of Emily's family, and they loved each other very much. Emily and Max had many adventures together, and they were always happy.五、演讲Good morning, everyone. Today, I want to talk about the importance of education. Education is the key to success in life. It helps us to develop our skills and knowledge, and itopens up new opportunities for us. Education also teaches us how to think critically and solve problems. In today's world, education is more important than ever before. We need to invest in education and ensure that everyone has access to quality education.。
现代大学英语听力基础教程听力部分文本 unit6现代大学英语听力基础教程听力部分文本 unit6A: You're not looking very . What's the matter with you?B: Oh, nothing special. I'm just a bit A: With the job?B: With everything, with catching the same train every morning, sitting in the same office all day, watching the same television programs.A: You need a holiday.B: It wasn't always like this, you know.A: what do you mean?B: Well, our great-great-grandfathers had more fun, didn't they? I mean, they for their food and their own vegetables and did things for themselves. We do the same sort of job for years and years. There's no TuitionA: You need a holiday. That's what's the matter with you.A: Can I help you?B: Yes, I want to fly to Chicago on Wednesday, 7th, and return on Friday, 9th.A: Of October?B: No, November. How much is the fare?A: Fares are cheaper if you stay over Saturday night.B: Thanks, but unfortunately I've already arranged some business herethat Friday. So I'll just have to pay the extra cost.A: What time of day would you prefer? Morning or afternoon?B: Morning, because I have to be there by early evening. Is there a meal? A: Yes, they'll be serving breakfast, and you'll also see a movie.B: What movie?A: In both directions they'll show a feature film.B: Sounds good, but what's the fare?A: $850, .B: That's more than I expected.Hanger closet aisle sectionpermanentlyA: And welcome once again to " People Today". Now it's time for our "Eye on the World" Section, with Mark Perkins. Mark!B: Thanks, Anna. Yes. In tonight's "Eye on the World" We go to Japan. Now, everyone knows people in Japan work long, hard hours, but just what do people do in their free time? Well, we did a survey of leisure activities in Japan, and here is the Top 10. In the first place is eating out. As you can see, eating out is by far the most popular free-time activity. In the second place comes driving. Y es, it appears Japanese people like nothing more than driving around cities and into the countryside in their free time. It may seem strange to you and me, but there you are! Next, inthe third place, is traveling within Japan... to all those lovely temples and gardens, I guess. The fourth is, guess what, Anna?A: I've no idea.B: Karaoke, of course. Lots of people enjoy singing along with their favorite songs. Then in the fifth place we have watching DVDs and videos, followed by listening to music. But just look what we have here in the seventh place-- trips to museums and zoos. Then way down in the eighth place comes going to bars, and after that, gardening. I guess not so many people in Japan have gardens. And finally in the tenth place we have playing the lottery. And who wouldn't want to win lots of money? Back to you, Anna.A: Thanks, Mark. Now, let's go to see...People have always wanted to know about the past. Children like to remember and talk about fun things they did. They like to hear stories about their parents' lives. People wonder about what happened before they were born.Sometimes, people learn about the past to solve a problem they have now. They might ask questions like these: how did we get into this mess? What can we do to get out of it?Y ou can learn about the past in many ways. The most important way is bystudying written records. About 5,000 years ago, people learned to write down what happened to them. Perhaps a man had been bought or sold. Famouskings and queens wanted their deeds recorded. They wanted people in the future to know how great they were.History is the written record of the past. The period since people learned to write is called historic times. The period before people learned to writeis often called prehistory. In addition, it is known as prehistoric. "Pre" means "before". We can learn much about the past from written records. But many things were never written. And most writings from the past have been lost. However, we can still learn much about the past from other things people have left behind. In some places, there are ruins of cities built thousands ofyears ago. Ruins are the remains of things built in the past. They can stilltell us many things about the people who built them.People who dig up and study old ruins are called archaeologists. Studying ruins adds to what we know about historic times. But the remains of buildings and other things are all we know of prehistoric peoples. These things give us many clues about the ways people lived before they learned to write. besottedAs you might guess, the farther we go back into history, the less we know for sure about what happened. We have to make more and more guesses. We know a lot about what happened 50 years ago. We know less aboutwhat happened 500 years ago. We know even less about what happened 5,000 years ago. In general, the longer ago something happened, the less we can know about it.The Indians also used smoke to send signals. They made a fire, and put wet grass on it. Then they covered the fire with a wet blanket. After a few moments, they took the blankets away again. This made a cloud of smoke. They could send simple messages in this way. One cloud of smoke meant "danger". Two clouds meant "Everything is all right". Three clouds meant "Help".In the thick forests of Africa, it used to be difficult to travel from village to village. But drums could be heard from many miles away. People in this part of the world discovered that they could use their drums for sending messages. They did not use a special code like the Morse Code. They made their drums "speak" Like people. They did this by playing tunes that sounded like simple sentences in their languages.。
Unit 8Task 1答案1 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation2 Association of Southeast Asian Nations3 European Union4 Food and Agriculture Organization5 International Atomic Energy Agency6 International Labour Organization7 International Monetary Fund8 North American Free Trade Agreement9 World Health Organization10 World Trade Organization原文1 APEC is the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.2 ASEAN is the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.3 EU is the European Union.4 FAO is the Food and Agriculture Organization.5 IAEA is the International Atomic Energy Agency.6 ILO is the International Labour Organization.7 IMF is the International Monetary Fund.8 NAFTA is the North American Free Trade Agreement.9 WHO is the World Health Organization.10 WTO is the World Trade Organization.Task 2答案1 recently attacked an elementary school2 have begun hunting crocodiles3 planting gardens on the tops of buildings4 resettle more than 125,000 people5 help rebuild Afghanistan6 11 million dollars in aid for the Asian nation7India has more than one billion people8 China’s population has increased to more than one billion two hundred million原文1 Giant kangaroos from a national park near Canberra, Australia’s capital, recently attacked an elementary school.2 Officials in Uganda have begun hunting crocodiles around Lake Victoria.3 Officials in Chicago, Illinois, are hoping to help the environment by planting gardens on the tops of buildings.4 China plans to resettle more than 125,000 people because of the huge dam being built on the Yangtze River.5 Delegates from more than 60 nations and organizations are gathering in Japan to open a conference to help rebuild Afghanistan.6 Officials from Mongolia and the United Nations have appealed for 11 million dollars in aid for the Asian nation.7 Early results from the government’s population count show that India has more than one billion people.8 The government says China’s population has increased to more than one billion two hundred million.Task 3答案News Item 1A.1 b,2 c,3 d, 4aNews Item 2B.Lead: Thousands of demonstrators have forced the cancellation of the opening ceremony at the World Trade Organization meeting in the American city of Seattle, Washington.1 Ministers from 135 WTO member countries2 police, demonstrators3 big businesses, workers, the environment4 aid to farmers, labor rules, trade taxesC.1 They accused the WTO of protecting the interests of big business at the expenses of those of workers and the environment.2 The WTO is criticized by both poor countries and disadvantaged groups in the Western World. In News Item 1, the WTO faces the criticism particularly from developing countries that demand more concessions from developed nations in trade talks. In News Item 2, the WTO was accused of protecting the interests of big business at the expenses of those of workers and the environment.3 Yes. Throughout history, rich people and developed countries have benefited most from the existing international trade arrangements. Now it’s time for them to give more considerations for poor countries and people.As a leading actor in the process of globalization, the WTO should do more to reduce its negative impact on the poor and the environment.原文News Item 1And this news from South Africa— Commonwealth leaders have called for fair treatment for poor nations at the World Trade Organization talks later this month. Commonwealth Secretary-General Emeka Anyaoku read a statement from the leaders during their meeting in Durban. It calls for removal of all trade blocks for the exports of poor countries and it says that strong export growth is necessary for improving the living conditions of poor countries. Ministers from the 134-nation World Trade Organization will meet in the American city of Seattle, Washington, 2 weeks from now. They will plan a new series of trade talks for next year.News Item 2Thousands of demonstrators have forced the cancellation of the opening ceremony at the World Trade Organization meeting in the American city of Seattle, Washington. A WTO officialsaid ministers from 135 member countries will continue trade talks. However, he said the official opening ceremony will take place later. The decision was made after police clashed with demonstrators in the center of Seattle. The demonstrators accused the trade group of defending the interests of big businesses. They say it does not care about workers and the environment. Representatives at the conference will attempt to settle differences involving aid to farmers, labor rules, trade taxes and other issues.Task 4答案Mexico, 1989, America, economies, community, 21, two and one half thousand million, almost half, joint statement, terrorism, security, goods原文Leaders from many nations are attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Conference in the holiday area of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.APEC was established in 1989 as a trade group for the nations of Asia and the America. It was formed in reaction to the growing dependency among economies of countries that border the Pacific Ocean. Its goal was to support economic growth among those countries and to create a sense of community. APEC has 21 member economies. The combined population of APEC countries is about 2,500,000,000 two and one half thousand million people. The countries are responsible for almost half of all world trade.APEC foreign and trade ministers started talks earlier this week. On Thursday, the foreign ministers approved a joint statement that promised to suppress the financing of terrorism. The statement also promised to strengthen security for air travel and shipping of goods.Task 5答案A.1 Computer products, and particularly an operating system.2 The judge ruled that Microsoft company has acted a monopoly.3 Monopoly means blocking competition from other companies to gain control of the market.4 People who buy computer products.B.1 more than 500, 000 million2 operating3 the 9th4 blocking/ending/stopping5 harmed原文News Item 1And this news. The computer company— Microsoft has become the first company in history to be valued at more than 500,000 million dollars. Microsoft produces an operating system that is used in most of the computers in the world. Microsoft was established by Bill Gates. If the company were a country, it would have the 9th largest economy in the world.News Item 2In Washington, a judge has ruled that Microsoft Company has acted as a monopoly. Thismeans Microsoft took steps to end competition from other companies to gain total control of the market. The judge said that Microsoft’s business actions harmed people who buy computer products. The court decision is considered a major defeat for the company. Microsoft is the world’s largest maker of computer software products.Task 6答案A.1 T,2 F,3 F,4 T,5 T,6 TB.Judge Jackson’s rulings1 misusing, computer programs2 two smaller businessesThe Federal Appeals Court’s rulings1 block competition2 reconsider3 fair/being fair, Microsoft and Bill GatesLegal experts’ comments1 the Federal government, Microsoft2a The Supreme Courtb a new trial, the unresolved legal questionsc negotiations, privatelyBill Gates’ responsethe situation, solutionProspects1 an agreement2 punished, pay money原文In November, a Washington D.C. judge found the Microsoft Corporation guilty of misusing its power to control the market for computer programs. Judge Thomas Penfield Jackson announced his findings after months of trial. He said Microsoft uses its power to illegally block competition.Judge Jackson later ordered that Microsoft be divided into two smaller businesses. The Microsoft Corporation quickly appealed Judge Jackson’s ruling to a Federal Court.Last week, the Federal Appeals Court ruled on the case. It said Microsoft Corporation was guilty of creating a company that used its power to block competition. The seven Appeals Court judges agreed with Judge Jackson that Microsoft limited creativity in the computer industry and harmed the public. They said that Microsoft was guilty of violating several federal laws.However, the Federal Appeals Court also said the Washington D.C. court must reconsider its order to divide Microsoft into two smaller companies. The federal court dismissed Judge Jackson’s decision. The Appeals Court judges accused Judge Jackson of not being fair during the Microsoft Trial. They severely criticized him for comments he made about Microsoft and its chairman to reporters during the trial.The Federal Appeals Court also said Judge Jackson repeated these mistakes several times. Itsaid the public would lose its trust in a legal system that permits judges to speak their opinions to reporters during a trial.Legal experts say both the federal government and Microsoft can claim small victories with the Federal Appeals Court ruling. The experts say government lawyers were able to prove that Microsoft is guilty of violating federal laws. At the same time, Microsoft can claim a victory because it may not have to divide into two smaller companies.Legal experts say government lawyers and the lawyers for Microsoft must now choose one of three different possible paths. First, either side could appeal the Federal Court’s decision to the Supreme Court. Or, they could request a new trial before a different lower court judge to consider some of the unresolved legal questions. A third choice is for both sides to reopen negotiations to try to settle the case privately. Such efforts failed during the Clinton Administration.Bill Gates is the head of Microsoft Corporation. He says it is now a good time for all the groups involved to discuss the situation and see what kind of solution could be negotiated.Most legal experts believe that the Microsoft Company and government lawyers will come to an agreement during future negotiations. They say Microsoft may be punished by being forced to pay money.Task 7答案News Item 1A.1 It will send Destiny into Orbit.2 It is a scientific research laboratory.3 Destiny is the most technologically complex research center ever put into space.4 Over one billion dollars.5 It will last eleven Days.6 The will make three walks in space to attach the laboratory to the International Space Station’s Control Centre.News Item 2B.News Lead: The first laboratory has been connected to the International Space Station.1 launched, Wednesday, February 7th2 Destiny3 mechanical arm4 a linking device5 protective clothing, complete work原文News Item 1In space news. The space shuttle Atlantis has taken off from Cape Canaveral, Florida. The spaceship will send the Destiny scientific research laboratory into orbit. The laboratory is an important part of the International Space Station. NASA officials say Destiny is the most technologically complex research center ever put into space. The laboratory has cost over 1,000,000,000 dollars to build. Space shuttle astronauts will make three walks in space during an eleven-day mission to attach the laboratory to the International Space Station’s Control Center. News Item 2The first laboratory has been connected to the International Space Station. The American space shuttle Atlantis was launched from the Kennedy Space Center, Wednesday, February 7th. It carried the new laboratory Destiny to the space station, which is orbiting Earth. Destiny is the first of six space laboratories that will be launched and added to the space station. The five crew members of Atlantis used the space shuttle’s huge mechanical arm to take the laboratory out of the shuttle. The arm carefully moved Destiny to a linking device on the International Space Station. Two members of the Atlantis crew put on protective clothing. They left the shuttle and moved out into space to complete work on the link.Task 8答案110 stories, employing, desks, collapse, figures, recovered, crashed, dead, searching, 800原文The World Trade Center is 110 stories high. Four hundred firms had offices there employing tens of thousands of people. When the planes hit, it’s thought between 10 and 20 thousand people would have been sitting at their desks. Before the collapse of the building, many people did manage to get away, but figures aren’t yet known.So far 55 bodies have been recovered. 260 police officers and firefighters who went into the building after the planes crashed are missing and feared dead. In the Pentagon, the world’s largest office building, rescuers are still searchin g the rubble. It’s thought around 80 bodies there have been found but estimates of those who died could go up to about 800.Task 9答案A.released, number one, terrorist attack, The Rising原文Bruce Springsteen’s new album was released July 30th. It is number one in record sales in more than ten countries. Most of its songs are about the September 11th terrorist attacks. Shep O’Neal plays some of the songs on the album, The Rising.“You’re Missing” is probably the saddest song on The Rising. A woman’s husband has died. She and her children see the many things that belonged to him around the house, but he is gone.“Into the Fire” is about one of the hundreds of police, firefighters and rescue workers who died in the terrorist attacks. The song honors the love and sense of duty he showed that day. It is also a prayer for the strength and hope that his sacrifice represents.Songs on The Rising also express anger about the attacks. But, the anger is mostly a personal statement, not a political one. The song “Empty Skies” describes the desire to strike back that a person feels after a senseless loss.The album’s title song appeals to listeners to come together and heal each other. We leave you now with Bruce Springsteen’s hopeful title song, “The Rising.”Task 10答案News Item 1A.1 A four-year exhibition of the work of the Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh has opened in Amsterdam.2 It is one of his early drawings in water color, pencil and ink, depicting a woman carrying a child along a windswept road.3 A German art dealer acting for an anonymous collector.4 In 1883.News Item 2B.movie industry, directing, editing, released, Oscar, metals, statue, weighs, priceless, offers, earning 原文News Item 1A four-year exhibition of the works of the Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh has opened in Amsterdam with the unveiling of one of his early drawings which has only recently come to light; the drawing in water color, pencil and ink depicts a woman carrying a child along a windswept road. It was sent to the museum by a German art dealer acting for an anonymous collector. The work dated 1883 is one of the main attra ctions in the exhibition at Amsterdam’s van Gogh Museum.News Item 2Sunday will be the most important day of the year for hundreds of people in the movie industry. Filmmakers will receive Academy Awards for the best acting, directing, writing, editing, sound, music and other work on movies released last year. The winners will receive an award called an Oscar. It is shaped like a man. It is made of several metals covered with gold. The statue is only about 34 centimeters tall. It weighs less than four kilograms. But the award can be priceless to the person who receives it. Winning an Oscar can mean becoming much more famous. It can mean getting offers to work in the best movies. It also can mean earning much more money.Task 11答案News media are the means, or methods, by which people learn what is happening in their city, in their country, and in the world. The news can be classified into two general categories. The categories are print media and electronic media.Print media are usually divided into magazines and newspapers. Most newspapers print news daily. For example, the newspaper The New York Times is published every day of the year. Most news magazines are published weekly. For instance, Newsweek and Time magazines are published once a week.The electronic media are generally divided into radio and television. Radio news is news that you listen to. In the United States, many radio stations broadcast 5 minutes of news every hour on the hour. Television news is news that you not only listen to but also watch.。
21世纪大学英语教材听力文本(正文开始)Unit 1 - Campus LifePart A: In the ClassroomListening 1:A: Good morning, everyone. Welcome to our first class. My name is Professor Johnson. Today, we will be discussing the impact of technology on society. Please open your textbooks to page 10.B: Excuse me, Professor. I haven't received the textbook yet.A: No problem. I'll make sure you get a copy after class. Now, let's begin.Listening 2:A: Good afternoon, class. Today, we have a guest speaker, Dr. Smith, who is a renowned expert in economics. He will be giving a lecture on globalization. Please give him a warm welcome.B: Thank you, Professor. I'm looking forward to the lecture.A: Dr. Smith, the stage is yours.Part B: Outside the ClassroomListening 1:A: Hey, Lisa. Have you signed up for any extracurricular activities this semester?B: Yes, I joined the debate team. What about you?A: I'm thinking about joining a photography club. I really enjoy taking pictures.B: That's a great idea. You have a talent for capturing beautiful moments.Listening 2:A: Mike, have you heard about the upcoming student concert?B: Yes, I have. I'm planning to perform with my band. We've been practicing for weeks.A: That's awesome! I'll definitely come to support you guys.B: Thanks, I appreciate it. It's going to be a fantastic event.Unit 2 - Personal IdentityPart A: Family and FriendsListening 1:A: Hi, Tom. How was your weekend?B: It was great. I visited my grandparents in the countryside. We had a lovely time together.A: That sounds wonderful. I haven't seen my family in a while. I miss them.B: Why don't you plan a trip to visit them soon?Listening 2:A: Emily, do you have any siblings?B: Yes, I have a younger brother. We are really close and always support each other.A: That's nice. I'm an only child, so sometimes I wish I had siblings.B: I understand. But being an only child also has its advantages.Part B: Personal ExperiencesListening 1:A: Megan, have you ever traveled abroad?B: Yes, I have. Last summer, I went to Europe with my family. We visited several countries.A: That must have been an incredible experience. I've never been outside of my own country.B: I highly recommend it. You get to learn about different cultures and broaden your horizons.Listening 2:A: David, have you ever volunteered for any community service?B: Yes, I have. I volunteered at a local homeless shelter last winter. It was a rewarding experience.A: That's amazing. I've been meaning to get involved in community service too.B: You should give it a try. It's a great way to give back to the community and make a difference.Unit 3 - Daily LifePart A: Daily RoutinesListening 1:A: Sarah, what time do you usually wake up in the morning?B: I usually get up around 7:00 am. How about you?A: I'm not a morning person, so I usually wake up around 8:30 am.B: That's understandable. We all have different rhythms.Listening 2:A: John, what do you usually do after class?B: I usually go to the library to study. I find it easier to concentrate there.A: That's a good habit. I prefer studying in the dorm, but sometimes it gets too noisy.Part B: Leisure ActivitiesListening 1:A: Mark, what do you do in your free time?B: I enjoy playing basketball with my friends. It helps me stay active and relieve stress.A: That's great. I used to play basketball too, but now I prefer going to the gym.B: It's important to find an activity that you enjoy and keeps you healthy.Listening 2:A: Jenny, do you watch movies often?B: Yes, I love watching movies. It's my way of relaxing and escaping reality for a while.A: I couldn't agree more. Movies have the power to transport us to different worlds.(正文结束)以上是根据题目所给的要求和格式来写的文章。
Re c o r d e r C o l e W i n G a oUnit Four UFOsPart A Pre-listening Task (I)Listen to the facts and opinions about UFOs twice and fill in the blanks with the words you hear from the recording. Pay attention to the sentence structures that you might find useful in your discussions. Facts and OpinionsNotedsaucer n.碟子scripture n. 经文chariot n. 战车Stonehenge 英国Salisbury 平原上的史前巨石柱Atlantis 传说沉没于大西洋中的帝国abduct v. 绑架extraterrestrial a. 地球外的1. UFOs stand for Unidentified Flying Objects. Some people also call them flying saucers, because their shapes look like saucers.2. In its broader sense, the UFO includes any object or light, reportedly sighted in the sky, that cannot be immediately explained by the observer.3. I remember as a child, I would save every penny my mother gave me to buy the latest UFO magazines from the grocery store.4. We can not deny the existence of the UFO phenomenon simply because we have notseen it or can not explain it.5. Science has its limitations and many mysteries throughout the world have remained unsolved.6. Sightings of unusual aerial phenomena date back to ancient times.7. The early cave paintings and ancient scriptures seem to indicate that we may havehad visitors from other worlds or planets in the past.8. In fact, ancient scriptures from many different cultures would give us the impression that we've had visitors from outer space.9. How do you explain ancient tales of chariots from the sky? And what are flying ships appearing in science fiction novels before the first plane was ever thought about?10. Even the Bible has been suggested as possible evidence of alien contact, for its numerous accounts of objects in the sky, and other strange events.11. What secrets lie with ancient Egypt, Stonehenge, or possibly even Atlantis? Have there indeed been more advanced civilizations of man that have somehow been lost? 12. Some UFO enthusiasts even claim to have been abducted and taken aboard UFOs.Re c o r d e r C o l e W i n G a o But so far, no one has produced scientifically acceptable proof of these claims.13. Some people believe that UFOs are extraterrestrial spacecraft, even though noscientifically valid evidence supports that belief. 14. Scientists speculate that intelligent life may well exist elsewhere in the universe.15. In addition to many reports and sightings of UFOs, observers have provided photographs or even videos.16. UFOs became widely discussed only after the first widely publicized U.S. sighting in 1947. Many thousands of such observations have since been reported worldwide.17. From 1947 to 1969 the U.S. Air Force investigated UFOs as a possible threat tonational security. 18. A total of 12,618 reports were received, of which 701 or 5.6 percent were listed asunexplained.19. Since 1969 no agency of the U.S. government has had any active program of UFO investigation.20. In 1997 the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) admitted that the U.S. military had deceived the American public in an effort to hide information about high-altitude spy planes.21. At least 90 percent of UFO sightings can be identified as conventional objects, although time-consuming investigations are often necessary for such identification. 22. The objects most often mistaken for UFOs are bright planets and stars, aircraft, birds, balloons, kites, aerial flares, peculiar clouds, meteors, and satellites.Part A Pre-listening Task (II)Pair/ Group Work - Additional question for discussion1. It is reported that UFOs are alien spaceships from outer space. What do youthink?2. Do you believe in the existence of UFOs? Why or why not?3. Can science explain the UFO phenomenon? Give reasons.Sample1. It is reported that UFOs are alien spaceships from outer space. What do youthink?Since man first started looking up into the skies he saw things he couldn't explain. So the term "Unidentified Flying Object" has come into being and has become a synonym to most people for "Alien Spaceship." Usually the explanation is less extraordinary than a flying saucer manned by visitors from other worlds. Often a weather balloon or natural phenomenon is the cause. However, there are cases on record where no good common explanation was ever found. I think the day would come when this phenomenon will be explained in a scientific and convincing way.2. Do you believe in the existence of UFOs? Why or why not?Since UFOs can not be fully explained by scientists, it is indeed not fair for us common people to deny or believe in the existence of UFOs. Personally I don't believe the storyRe c o r d e r C o l e W i n G a o that aliens have visited earth or they have been making strange formed shapes in crop fields. I ’ve also heard a lot of strange sightings of UFOs and alien spaceships being shot out of the sky. Recently some Mexican air pilots were reported to have spotted a fleet of spacecraft and they even took photos of them. But unfortunately, these photos are not clear enough to show that they are really flying saucers from outer space3. Can science explain the UFO phenomenon? Give reasons.So far as I know, science has not reached that stage where UFOs can be explained with satisfactory and convincing theory and with substantial evidence. Scientists around the world and even the U.S. Air Force spent considerable amount of time and money investigating the phenomenon, but so far they haven't produced any convincing reports that can explain or support the existence of UFOs. Surely there are lots of UFO photos and sightings, but most of them are either blurry or they are forged by some mischievous persons. However, I do believe that some day we will be able to explain this phenomenon just as we have explained the workings of cloning technology.Part BListening Task(A)NotesFranksville (地名)Wisconsin 威斯康星州emanate v. 散发,发出accelerate v. 加速frantic a. 狂乱的,疯狂的illuminate v. 照明,照亮fearsome a. 可怕的hover v. 盘旋diameter n. 直径in the wake of ... 紧跟在... ...的后面enigma n. 谜,不可思议的东西eerie a. 怪异的, 怪诞的aluminum n. 铝cone n. 锥形物protrude v. 突出underside n. 下面,底面ponder v. 沉思,考虑driveway n. 私人车道Referencel. Background InformationUFOs have been around a long time. One of the earliest accounts of a flyingRe c o r d e r C o l e W i n G a o saucer sighting was recorded over 3,400 years ago in the annals of the Egyptian Pharaoh Thutmose III. In the papyrus documents is a description of a group of fiery circles that were seen in the sky over the pharaoh's army. If aliens have been visiting the earth for thousands of years, maybe at some point they had given us a helping hand.The modem age of UFO culture began on June 24, 1947 when pilot Kenneth Arnold witnessed a formation of silver disks skipping through the air over Mount Rainier. His report was widely circulated by the print and radio media, sparking interest in UFOs around the world. Just two weeks later, another event took place in New Mexico. That was the famous Roswell incident, in which a flying saucer supposedly crashed in Roswell, New Mexico. ClA immediately dispatched a team to investigate the incident and kept it a secret ever since. Some witnesses said the U.S. government not only recovered debris from the crashed saucer but also four or five alien bodies. In September 1994, the U.S. Air Force released a new report on that Roswell incident that concluded that the debris found in New Mexico in 1947 probably came from a once top-secret balloon operation, Project Mogul, designed to monitor the atmosphere for evidence of Soviet nuclear tests. Now the UFO phenomenon may be at least a half century old, if not longer, and UFO sightings become more frequent In 1990, the International UFO Congress was founded and is held annually worldwide. At each conference, serious UFO researchers, observers and enthusiasts convene to discuss the UFO phenomenon. For the details of the Congress, please refer to the listening passage in Part D -- Home Listening (2).2. It was one a.m. one cold fal 1 night...It was one a.m. on a cold night in autumn...3. My heart skipped a beat.I was startled at the sight, which made my pulse become abnormal.4. In the wake of the hovering enigma, ...Following the path of the mysterious hovering UFO, ...5. ... except for two cones that protruded from the top and bottom of the craft's center.Two cones which were not made of aluminum stuck out from the craft's center, one on the top and the other the bottom.A UFO in My Yard (Part One)It was one a.m. one cold fall night in 1968. I was 21 then, and was coming home from a date. I had just dropped off my girlfriend and was heading back to Franksville, a rural town in Wisconsin. As I turned left to go east on Seven Mile Road, I saw extremely bright lights streaming out from the distance.My heart skipped a beat(心停止跳动). What was producing these strange lights visible from a half mile away? I thought it was a house on fire. The lightsRe c o r d e r C o l e W i n G a o seemed to emanate(散发) from the area where my house was located. My parents and two brothers were probably in bed by now. As I accelerated and turned onto the town street, frantic(疯狂的) thoughts ran through my mind. Was the house burning down? Was my family trapped(陷入) inside?As I raced toward my house, I noticed that the yards of my house and my neighbors' were illuminated(照明,照亮) as if it were day. Then I saw the source of the strange light. It wasn't a house fire, as I had feared. It was a possibility I would have never anticipated(预期), one that was perhaps even more fearsome than the house fire I had imagined.Hovering motionless(一动 th 不动,静止) only 50 feet above the rooftops was a strange object. Round and silvery, it was approximately 300-400 feet in diameter. In the wake of the hovering(盘旋) enigma(不可思议的东西), there was an eerie silence. I stuck my head out the driver's side window to get a closer look at what I guessed was some kind of aircraft.It looked made of aluminum(铝), except for two cones(锥形物) that protruded(突出) from the top and bottom of the craft's center. Both cones seemed to be made of a glass-like material. The top cone was white, while the bottom cone glowed yellow. White lights circled the yellow cone on the underside of the craft. Each light was about 3-4 feet in diameter.It didn't look like any conventional(惯例的) aircraft I had ever seen. It looked like a flying saucer from a movie. Was this what an alien spaceship truly looked like?I pondered(沉思,考虑) what to do. If I pulled into the driveway I would be putting myself directly beneath(在 ... 之下) the craft. I considered turning the car around and speeding away.Questions I.:Listen to the story and decide whether the follwoign statement are true or false. Write “T ” for true, and “F ” for falseStatements:(F) 1. The narrator saw a strange bright light in the distance when he and his girlfriend were in the car.(T) 2. At first the narrator thought that the bright lights were from a house on fire, possibly his own house.(F) 3. The strange dazzling lights came from a round and silvery dish-like object, which was about three to four feet in diameter.(T) 4. The narrator felt that danger threatened because the object was not like any conventional aircraft he had ever seen.(T) 5. The narrator was at a loss at the sight of the fearsome object and considered running away from the scene.(F) 6. The incident showed that though the narrator was a young man, he displayed a remarkable calmness in the presence of danger.Re c o r d e r C o l e W i n G a oQuestions II:Listen to the story again and complete the following sentences with the information you have obtained.1. My heart skipped a beat. What was producing these strange lights visiblefrom a half mile away?2. As I raced toward my house, I noticed that the yards of my house and myneighbors' were illuminated as if it were day.3. Hovering motionless only 50 feet above the rooftops was a strange object. Round and silvery, it was approximately 300-400 feet in diameter. In the wake of the hovering(盘旋) enigma(不可思议的东西), there was an eeriesilence. I stuck my head out the driver's side window to get a closer look at what I guessed was some kind of aircraft.4. It looked made of aluminum, except for two cones that protruded from thetop and bottom of the craft's center.5. Both cones seemed to be made of a glass-like material. The top cone waswhite, while the bottom cone glowed yellow.(B)Notesominously ad. 恶兆地,不吉利地alien creature 外星人swallow hard 抑制强烈的感情cautiously ad.谨慎地undisturbed a. 没受到干扰的groggy a. 昏昏沉沉的incredulous a. 怀疑的,不轻信的hypnotic a. 催眠的nagging a. 令人烦恼不己的Reference1. I made my decision and swallowed hard.I made my decision and tried hard to control my fear.2. ''This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."This is once type of opportunity that one might have only once in his life.3. ..., prepared to meet my fate..., I was prepared to face what was destined to happen to me.4. ... I did not hear the familiar sound of her post-date questioning. ... I didn't hear the usual questions that mother would ask me after I got back from a date.5. ... none has ever recalled anything out of the ordinary.... none of my family members can recall anything unusual.6. ... I had driven that same route at least a hundred times before.Re c o r d e r C o l e W i n G a o .. I had driven my car on the same road so many times that I couldn't be mistaken about it7. I hope to one day undergo a hypnotic treatment to find someanswers.I hope to receive some kind of hypnotic treatment one day (without the interference of my consciousness) to find the answers.A UFO in My Yard (Part Two)But what about my family? Every night I would expect them to be safe in bed. But tonight with that mysterious thing hovering ominously(不吉利地) just above their rooms, I wondered what had become of them.Were they inside the saucer? Held against their will by the alien creatures? What could the aliens possibly want from my family? What could they be doing to them?抑制强烈的感情). I pulled into the driveway. As I slowly reached for the car door handle, I comforted myself by thinking, "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."How often does a strange spacecraft come to call? How many chances does a small-town Wisconsin boy get to meet visitors from another world? Perhaps the creatures that awaited didn't consider the human an intelligent being. Maybe they just stopped by to chat.Cautiously, I opened the car door. I stepped solidly(坚固地) onto the driveway, prepared to meet my fate. (【原意】死于非命. 习语(动词短语,fate 取单数形式),意为“死于非命”“送命”“被杀”。
大学综合英语教材听力原文Unit 1Chapter 1Track 1Good morning class! Welcome to the first chapter of our comprehensive English textbook. In today's lesson, we will be focusing on improving our listening skills. Listening is a fundamental aspect of language learning, as it helps us to comprehend spoken English and engage in effective communication.Before we delve into the listening exercises, let's discuss some key techniques that can enhance our listening abilities. First and foremost, it is essential to maintain focus and concentration while listening. Eliminating distractions and creating a conducive learning environment can significantly improve our understanding.Furthermore, it is important to familiarize ourselves with different accents and speech patterns. English is spoken in various parts of the world, and each region might have its own unique way of pronunciation. By practicing listening to different accents, we can become more adaptable in real-life conversations.Now, let's start with our first listening exercise. We will be listening to an audio clip about a student's experience studying abroad. As you listen, pay attention to the main ideas and supporting details. This will help you comprehend the overall message and extract relevant information.Track 2Student: Hello everyone. Today, I would like to share my experience studying abroad in the United States. It was an incredible journey filled with excitement and challenges. So, let's get started!Firstly, I want to highlight the cultural diversity on campus. The university I attended had students from over 100 different countries. This created a truly multicultural environment where I had the opportunity to learn about various traditions and customs.Secondly, the academic standards were quite high. Professors emphasized critical thinking and independent research. This was initially challenging for me as the educational system in my home country focused more on rote memorization. However, I adapted quickly and found the experience intellectually stimulating.Thirdly, living in a foreign country taught me invaluable life skills. I learned to be independent, manage my finances, and navigate unfamiliar surroundings. It was a transformative experience that helped me to grow as a person and gain a broader perspective on life.Overall, studying abroad was an enriching and eye-opening experience. It allowed me to broaden my horizons, improve my language skills, and develop lifelong friendships. I would highly recommend it to anyone who has the opportunity to do so.Track 3Teacher: Excellent job, class! Now that we have listened to the audio clip, let's reflect on some key points. Can anyone share their thoughts on the main ideas discussed in the student's experience studying abroad?Student 1: I believe one key point was the cultural diversity on campus. The student mentioned that there were students from over 100 different countries, which created a multicultural environment.Student 2: Another important point was the emphasis on critical thinking and independent research. The student mentioned that the academic standards were quite high and that they initially found it challenging coming from a different educational system.Teacher: Very well summarized! These are indeed the main ideas. By actively listening and extracting essential information, we can gain a better understanding of the message being conveyed. This skill will be valuable in various academic and real-life situations.In conclusion, improving our listening skills is crucial for effective communication in English. By employing techniques such as maintaining focus, exposing ourselves to different accents, and practicing active listening, we can enhance our overall language proficiency. Make listening a regular part of your language learning routine, and you will see significant progress. Keep up the great work, and I look forward to our next listening exercise!This concludes our first chapter of the comprehensive English textbook.I hope you found this listening exercise informative and engaging. Remember to practice frequently and continue building upon your language skills. Have a wonderful day, and see you next time!。
大学英语听说教程1听力原文Unit 1 ListeningPart 11. W: Good morning, can I help you?M: Yes, I'd like to inquire about the English courses offered here. W: Sure, we have various levels of courses tailored to different needs. Let me give you a brochure.2. M: How was your weekend?W: I had a really great time. I went hiking with my friends in the mountains.3. W: Hi Tom, I haven't seen you for ages! How have you been?M: I've been pretty busy with my job. How about you?4. M: Excuse me, could you tell me where the nearest post office is? W: Sure. Go straight down this street and you'll see it on yourleft-hand side.5. W: Did you hear about the Eastern Music Festival happening next month?M: Yes, I heard about it. I'm planning to go and enjoy some live performances.Part 2Passage 1Just picture this: You're walking down the street, coffee in hand, feeling good and confident. Suddenly, you trip and spill your coffee all over yourself. Embarrassing, right? But don't worry,everyone has unpleasant experiences like this sometimes. The key is to handle them with grace. Instead of panicking or feeling ashamed, try to stay calm and remember that accidents happen to everyone. Clean yourself up, laugh it off, and move on. People around you will admire your composure.Passage 2Feeling stressed out? Taking a walk outdoors may be just what you need. According to a recent study, spending time in nature can reduce stress and increase happiness. When you're surrounded by nature, your brain enters a state of relaxation, allowing you to focus better and be more creative. So next time you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, take a break and go for a walk in the park. You'll come back feeling refreshed and ready to tackle whatever challenges come your way.。
大学英语教材原文听力听力材料1:Hi, I'm Sarah. I'm from Canada. I'm majoring in English literature. Today, I want to talk about the importance of reading in learning a new language. Reading is an essential part of language acquisition as it helps improve vocabulary, comprehension, and language fluency. When we read, we encounter new words and phrases, and through context, we can understand their meaning. This expands our vocabulary and allows us to express ourselves more accurately in writing and speaking. Additionally, reading exposes us to different writing styles and genres, which enhances our understanding of the language's cultural aspects.听力材料2:Greetings! My name is John, and I'm a linguistics major from the USA. Let's discuss the benefits of listening to original English materials. Listening to authentic English content, such as podcasts, interviews, and speeches, helps improve our listening skills and understanding of natural language usage. By listening to native speakers, we become familiar with various accents, intonations, and pronunciation patterns, which greatly aids our ability to communicate effectively. Moreover, listening to original materials exposes us to different topics and ideas, broadening our knowledge base and critical thinking skills.听力材料3:Hello, everyone! I'm Maria, an English language education student from Brazil. Today, I want to emphasize the importance of integrating listening and reading skills for language learning. By combining these two skills, learners can reinforce their understanding of vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structures. Listening to English materials while simultaneously reading the text allows us to make connections between written words and spoken language. This fosters a deeper comprehension of the language and promotes overall language proficiency.听力材料4:Hey, I'm Chen Wei, a student from China. Let's talk about strategies for enhancing listening comprehension. Firstly, it is crucial to engage in regular listening practice. This can be done by listening to podcasts, audio books, or watching movies and TV shows in English. Secondly, taking notes while listening and reviewing them afterward helps improve retention and understanding. Lastly, it is beneficial to listen to materials with varying difficulty levels, gradually challenging ourselves to understand more complex content. With consistent effort and practice, our listening skills will undoubtedly improve.听力材料5:Greetings, I'm Kavita from India. I would like to discuss the significance of using technology to enhance listening skills. In today's digital age, there are numerous online platforms and applications specifically designed to improve listening comprehension. These resources provide access to authentic listening materials, interactive exercises, and instant feedback. Utilizing technology in language learning not only makes the process moreengaging but also allows learners to practice at their own pace and convenience.听力材料6:Hello, my name is Ahmad, and I come from Jordan. Let's explore the role of group discussions in improving listening skills. Participating in group discussions provides an opportunity to actively listen to others' ideas, opinions, and perspectives. It enhances our ability to comprehend different accents, intonations, and speech patterns in a real-life context. Engaging in discussions also encourages us to respond and express our own thoughts, enhancing our overall communication skills and confidence in using the English language.总结:以上是几位来自不同国家的大学生对于大学英语教材原文听力的观点和建议。
大学英语教材1听力原文Unit 1Part 11. Woman: Excuse me, is this seat taken?Man: No, you can sit here if you'd like.2. Man: Do you know what time the library closes today?Woman: I'm not sure, but I think it closes at 9 p.m.3. Woman: Can you help me carry these bags upstairs?Man: Of course! I'll give you a hand.4. Man: Would you like some more coffee?Woman: No, thanks. I've had enough for now.5. Woman: Where did you go on your vacation?Man: I went to Hawaii. It was amazing!Part 26. Woman: What do you think of the new restaurant in town?Man: I haven't been there yet, but I've heard good things about it.7. Man: Have you seen my glasses? I can't find them anywhere.Woman: Did you check the bathroom? You often leave them there.8. Woman: Can you believe the price of gas these days?Man: Yes, it seems to keep going up every week.9. Man: How was the movie you saw last night?Woman: It was really entertaining. I highly recommend it.10. Woman: What are you going to wear to the party tomorrow?Man: I'm not sure yet. I might wear a suit if it's a formal event.Unit 2Part 11. Man: Did you hear about the new professor in the Chemistry department?Woman: Yes, I heard he's very knowledgeable.2. Woman: Are you going to the football game this weekend?Man: No, I'm not really interested in sports.3. Man: Could you please turn down the music? It's too loud.Woman: I'm sorry, I didn't realize it was bothering you.4. Woman: What time is our meeting tomorrow?Man: It's at 10 a.m. in Conference Room A.5. Man: I heard there's going to be a campus tour for new students. Are you going?Woman: Yes, I think it's a great way to get to know the campus.Part 26. Woman: Have you finished reading the novel for class?Man: No, I'm only halfway through. It's quite long.7. Man: Are you free this Saturday? I want to go shopping.Woman: I have plans in the morning, but I should be free in the afternoon.8. Woman: Have you tried the new café on campus yet?Man: No, I haven't had the chance. Is it any good?9. Man: What do you think of the new professor? I find her lectures boring.Woman: Really? I actually find them quite engaging.10. Woman: Can you help me with this math problem?Man: Sure, let's work on it together.。
大学英语教材听力文本Unit 1: Making FriendsPart 1: IntroductionWelcome to Unit 1 of the English Language Learning Program. In this unit, we will focus on the topic of making friends. The aim is to enhance your listening skills, improve your vocabulary, and provide you with practical examples of conversations related to this theme.Part 2: Dialogue 1A: Hi, my name is Lisa. What's your name?B: Hi Lisa, I'm John. Nice to meet you.A: Nice to meet you too, John. Are you a new student here?B: Yes, I just transferred to this university last semester. How about you?A: I'm also new. I just enrolled this semester. Do you know anyone here?B: Not yet, but I'm hoping to make friends. Maybe we can hang out sometime?Part 3: Vocabulary ExpansionNow, let's take a look at some vocabulary words related to making friends:1. introduce: to make someone known to others2. transfer: to move from one place to another3. enroll: to officially join a course or program4. hang out: to spend time relaxing or socializing with friendsPart 4: Dialogue 2A: Excuse me, can I sit here?B: Of course, go ahead.A: Thanks. So, what's your major?B: I'm studying psychology. How about you?A: I'm majoring in business administration. Do you have any tips for making friends on campus?B: Sure. One thing I've learned is to join clubs or organizations that align with your interests. It's a great way to meet like-minded people.Part 5: Listening ComprehensionNow, you will listen to a conversation between two students discussing their strategies for making friends on campus. After listening, you will answer a set of questions regarding the conversation.Part 6: ConclusionIn this unit, we have explored the topic of making friends. Through various dialogues, vocabulary expansion, and listening comprehension exercises, you have gained valuable insights into effective ways of connecting with others in a university setting. Developing strong relationships with fellow students is not only crucial for social integration but also enhances the overall learning experience.Remember to practice actively and engage in conversations with your peers. This will help you improve your listening and spoken English skills. Stay tuned for the next unit, where we will delve into the theme of academic success.Thank you for your participation, and best of luck with your language learning journey!。
新标准大学英语视听说教程听力原文Unit 1Recording OneM: Hi, Can I help you?W: Yes, I'd like to buy a present for my father.M: What's the occasion?W: His birthday.M: What kind of present would he like?W: He's really into photography.M: We have some really nice cameras here.W: That sounds perfect. Can you show me some of them?M: Sure. Let me show you some of our top sellers.Recording TwoM: This is our new digital camera.W: It looks great.M: It's one of our best models. It's really easy to use and has a lot of features.W: Does it take good pictures?M: It takes excellent pictures. It has a 12 megapixel resolution and a 4.5x optical zoom.W: That sounds great. What is the price?Recording ThreeM: This is our latest model.W: What is so special about it?M: It has a 15 megapixel resolution and a 6x optical zoom.It also takes videos.W: That's great. I think I'll take it.Recording FourM: Would you like to buy the extended warranty?W: What does the warranty cover?M: It covers any defects in materials or workmanship for the first year.W: How much does it cost?W: I think I'll pass on that. I don't think I'll need it.M: Alright. Do you have any other questions?Recording FiveM: So that will be $499 plus tax.W: That's a lot of money.M: The price may seem a bit high, but this is one of our top models.W: Alright, I'll take it.M: Great. Would you like a bag?W: Yes, please.M: Here you go. Is there anything else I can help you with?W: No, that's all. Thank you.。
Objectives:Learn the basic words, phrases and sentence patterns often used in describing university life.Grasp quickly information about dates, numbers and prices.Understand education in different countries.Learn to listen for useful information.Okay, Okay, let's begin. Hello, everyone. My name's Susan Hudson, and I'll be your teacher for this class, Intercultural Communication. Uh, to begin with, please take a look at the syllabus in front of you. As you all should know by now, this class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:50. We will be meeting in this room for the first half of the course, but we will be using the research lab every other week on Thursday in Room 405 during the last two months of the class.Uh, this is the text for the class, Beyond Language. Unfortunately, the books haven't come in yet, but I was told that you should be able to purchase them at the bookstore the day after tomorrow. Again, as you see on your course outline, grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and final test, periodic quizzes, uh, a research project, and classroom participation.My office hours are from 1:00 to 2:00 on Wednesdays, and you can set up an appointment to meet with me at other times as well.(Length: 1 min. 15 sec.)A. Answer the following questions.1) What are the name Of the teacher and the name of the course? Key: Susan Hudson and Intercultural Communication.2) When and where will the class meet for the first half of the course? Key: The class will meet in the room they are in now and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:50.3) Where can the students get the textbooks?Key: They can purchase the textbooks at the bookstore the day after tomorrow. 4) When are the office hours?Key: The office hours are from 1:00 to 2:00 on Wednesdays.B. Complete the following sentences with what you hear on the tape.1) We will be meeting in this room for the first half of the course, but we will be using the research lab every other week on Thursday in Room 405 during the last two months of the class.2) Again, as you see on your course outline, grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and final test, periodic quizzes, uh, a research project, and classroom participation.Tips:This is how the teacher will introduce him/herself and the course in the first class.Brief as it is, it contains lots of information, so it's not very easy to fully understand and jot down the key points at the same time.Remind students to list the key points--what is introduced first and what next. Words and phrases like "to begin with", "again", and pauses caused by "uh" will help them to understand better.Librarian: Can I help you?Student: Yes. I am a bit confused. My sociology class is supposed to reada chapter in a book called Sociology and the Modern Age. Accordingto the syllabus, the book is in the library, but I haven't beenable to find it.Librarian: Do you have your syllabus with you? May I see it? Student: Yes, uh... I put it in the front of my sociology notebook. Yes, here it is.Librarian: Let me see. Oh yes. Your professor has placed this book on reserve. That means you cannot find it on the shelves in its usualplace. You need to go to a special room called the reserve room.It's down the hall and to the right.Student: I'm sorry--I still don't understand what you mean by on reserve. Librarian: You see, your professor wants everyone in the class to read the chapter. If one student removes the book from the library,it is likely that none of the other students will have theopportunity to read it. So, your professor has insured that allstudents have the opportunity to read it by placing it on reserve. Student: So, will I be able to find this book?Librarian: Yes, when a book is on reserve, a student can go to the reserve room and ask the reserve librarian for the book. The student canhave the book for a few hours, and he or she MUST read it in thelibrary during that time. That way, the book stays in the library,and all students have a chance to read it.Student: OK. Thank you. I understand now.Librarian: Will there be anything else?Student: No! I am on my way to the reserve room. Thanks again! (Length: 1 min. 40 sec.)A. Answer the following questions.1) What's the student's problem?Key: According to the syllabus, the book he is looking for is inthe library, but he couldn't find it.2) What's the meaning of "on reserve"?Key: That means the student cannot find the book on the shelvesin its usual place. She/He needs to go to a special room called the reserveroom.3) Why does the professor put the books on reserve?Key: The professor wants every one in the class to read the chapter.If one student removes the book from the library, it is likely that noneof the other students will have the opportunity to read it. So, theprofessor has insured that all students have the opportunity to read itby placing it on reserve.B. Decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F) according tothe tape.1) The student has the syllabus in his hand all the time. [ F ]2) The reserve room is down the hall and to the right. [ T ]3) Once the students find the book on reserve, they can read it for a verylong time. [ F ]The library is very important for students. However, Chinese students studyingin English-speaking countries may not know the language frequently used in libraries.Therefore, we have Task 2 and Task 3 in this unit. When dealing with Task 2, teachersare advised to make sure students know what "on reserve" is and why a book shouldbe put "on reserve" in a library. After the second listening, the students shouldbe able to pick out the detailed information in this task and answer Question B.Script:Hello and welcome to the university library. This taped tour willintroduce you to our library facilities and operating hours.First of all, the library's collection of books, reference materials,and other resources are found on levels one to four of this building. Levelone houses our humanities and map collections. On level two, you will findour circulation desk, current periodicals and journals, and our copyfacilities. Our science and engineering sections can be found on levelthree. You can also find back issues of periodicals and journals olderthan six months on this level. Finally, group study rooms, our microfilmcollection, and the multimedia center are located on level four.Undergraduate students can check out up to five books for two weeks.Graduate students can check out fifteen books for two months. Books canbe renewed up to two times. There is a 50-cents-a-day late fee for overdue books up to a maximum of $15. Periodicals and reference books cannot be checked out.The library is open weekdays, 8:00 am to 10:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 8:30 pm The library is closed on Sundays.(Length: 1 min. 45 sec.)A. Choose the best answer to complete each of the following sentences.1) Level one houses .a) current periodicals and journalsb) our copy facilitiesc) our humanities and map collectionsd) our science and engineering sections2) Back issues of periodicals and journals older than six months are located on level.a) oneb) twoc) threed) fourB. Fill in the blanks with what you hear on the tape.Undergraduate students can check out up to five books for two weeks. Graduate students can check out fifteen books for two months. Books can be renewed up to two times. There is a 50-cents-a-day late fee for overdue books up to a maximum of $15. Periodicals and reference books cannot be checked out.The library is open weekdays, 8: 00 am to 10:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 9:00_ am to 8:30 pm. The library is closed on Sundays.Tips:In some countries, when you are visiting a museum, a library, or some ancient historic sites, you can have a taped tour, during which a rented tape is talkingto you to help you know that place instead of a tour guide showing you around. This task is an example of that.After the first listening, check students if they at least know what kind of books are placed on each level.Then, students should get familiar with the following words and phrases: the humanities and map collections, circulation desk, current periodicals and journals, copy facilities, back issues of periodicals and journals older than six months, group study rooms, microfilm collection, and multi-media center, to check out books,to renew books, maximum of $15, etc.Randall: Hi Faith. Do you have a minute?Faith: Sure. What's up?Randall: Well, I just wanted to go over the schedule for Wednesday's orientation meeting to make sure everything is ready.Faith: Okay. Here's a copy of the tentative schedule. [OK.] Now, the registration starts at 8:30 and goes until 9:15. [All right.] Then,the orientation meeting will commence at 9:30.Randall: Okay. Now, we had planned originally for the meeting to go until 10:30, but now we have someone from the international centercoming to speak to the students on extracurricular activities,so how about ending the meeting around 11 ?Faith: Fine. And, uh, then students will take the placement tests from 11:15 until noon [OK.], followed by 20-minute break before lunch.[OK.] And, immediately after lunch, we have reserved a campusshuttle to give students a 45-minute tour starting at 1:30. [Oh.OK.] We want to show students around the university, includingthe union building, the library, and the student servicesbuilding.Randall: Great. Now, how about the oral interviews?Faith: Well, we’re planning to start them at 2:15.Randall: Un, well, teachers are going to be up to their ears in preparations, and they’ll be hard pressed to start then. Faith: Ok, let’s get things rolling around 2:45.Randall: Ok, here, let me jot that down. Un, could you grab a pen off my desk?Faith: Right. Finding anything on your desk is like finding a needle ina haystack. [Oh, it’s not that bad.] Here, use mine. Randall: Ok. And we’ll need a 150 copies of this programme guide by then. Faith: Hey. That’s a tall order on such short notice! How about lending me hand to put things together[OK.] by this afternoon so we don’thave to worry about them?Randall: Ok. And I think the manager has given the green light to go ahead and use the more expensive paper and binding for the guides thistime.Faith: OK. So the interviews will go from 2:15 until, let’s say, 4:30.[OK.] I hope wrap things up by 5.Randall: Great. I think the bottom line is to keep things running-smoothly throughout the day.Faith: I agree. I'll pass this schedule by the director for a final look. (Length: 3 min. 15 sec.)KeyA. Complete the following schedule according to the dialogue.B. Answer the following questions.1) Why do they change the ending time of the orientation meeting?Key: Because now they have someone from the international center coming to speak to the students on extracurricular activities.2) What do they want the students to see during the shuttle tour?Key: They want to show students around the university, including the union building, the library, and the student services building.C. Complete the following sentences with what you hear on the tape.1) Uh, well, teachers are going to be up to their ears in preparations, and they'll be hard pressed to start then.2) Okay, here, let me j_ot that down. Uh, could you grab a pen off my desk?3) Finding anything on your desk is like finding a needle in a haystack.4) Great. I think the bottom line is to keep things running smoothly throughout the dayAn orientation is a good start for the freshmen in a university. In this dialogue, some phrases may not be easy for students to understand. So remind them the importance of previewing the Listen-ing Aids before they come to the class Play the tape twice and see how well they can complete the schedule.Receptionist: Good morning. Can I help you?Student: Yes, please. I would want to have some information about the.., erm.., the courses at Swan School.Receptionist: Is that a summer course you're interested in?Student: Yes. Yes, please.Receptionist: Yes. Fine. OK. Well, we have.., erm.., short intensive full-time courses during the summer.Student: Mm-mm. I would want to know the length of one course. Receptionist: Yes. Each course lasts for three weeks.Student: How many hours per week, please?Receptionist: Well, it's about 23 hours a week. Usually four and a half days each week.Student: You must have a lot of students in the class, haven't you? Receptionist: We have a lot of students in the school but in the classes only about between 12 and 14 students.Student: 12 and 14. Could you please give me the dates of the first and the second course?Receptionist: Yes, certainly. The first course begins on the 3rd of July and lasts until the 20th of July and the second course isfrom the 24th of July until the 10th of August.Student: What about the fees per course?Receptionist: Yes, each.., each course costs £150 plus VAT, which is 15 percent, and a £5 registration fee.Student: And deposit, please?Receptionist: Yes. For each course we need a deposit of£20 and the £5 registration fee.Student: Oh thank you. Do we have to find our.., our own accommodation? Receptionist: No, we can do that for you. We have a lady who arranges the accommodation for you with Oxford families.Student: How much does it cost?Receptionist: Well, you can choose to have bed and breakfast only which is £20 a week, or bed, breakfast and dinner which is about£27 a week.Student: £27. Thank you very much.Receptionist: You're welcome.(Length: 1 min. 47 sec.)Answer the following questions.1) What does the student want?Key: The student wants to have some information about the courses at Swan School.2) How long will a course last?Key: Each course lasts for three weeks.3) How many hours of classes are there in a week? And how many days?Key: It's about 23 hours a week. Usually four and a half days each week.4) What are the dates of the first and the second course?Key: The first course begins on the 3rd of July and lasts until the 20th of July and the second course is from the 24th of July until the 10th of August.5) What are the fees per course?Key: Each course costs £150 plus VAT, which is 15 percent, and a £5 registration fee.6) How much is the deposit for each course?Key: For each course the deposit is £20.7) Where will the students live?Key: A lady arranges the accommodation for the students with Oxford families.8) How much will the accommodation cost?Key: They can choose to have bed and breakfast only which is £20 a week, or bed, breakfast and dinner which is about £27 a week.Tips:Before the tape is played, the teacher may first ask the students to read through the eight questions in the Exercises. Then students can have a vague structure in mind, rather than listen randomly. For this dialogue, more questions can be asked, for example: Who are the speakers? Is the student satisfied with the information he got from the talk?ScriptEvery year, high school juniors and seniors from across the US take the Scholastic Aptitude Test(SAT I)The SAT I is a three-hour exam that tests students' math and verbal skills. Most universities will not accept students without this test. It is also used to help decide how much financial aid should be given to each student.Scores range from 200 to 800 for each part. There is a total of 1,600 points. The test is held every year from October to June. But seniors must take it before December in order to include their scores in their university applications. The average total score for an American high school student is around 1,000.A poor SAT score can prevent a student from going to a good university. Students who want to go to one of American's best universities, such as Harvard or Yale, must score between 1,430 and 1,600.The test can be taken over and over again, but all the scores will appear on the students' records. However, unlike Chinese universities, the score is not the only thing needed. American universities also look at a student's subject grades, what they do outside of school, and their teachers' recommendations.In addition to the SAT I, some universities require high school students to take at least three SAT IIs. These one-hour exams can be taken in any subject, for example chemistry or French.(Length: 2 min. 05 sec.)A. Decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F) accord-ing to the tape.1) Only the students who are going to graduate from high school will take the exam. [ F ]2) The SAT I is a three-hour exam that tests students' math and verbal skills. [ T ]3) The average total score for an American high school student is around 1,600. [ F ]B. Answer the following questions.1) How important is the test?Key: Most universities will not accept students without this test. It is also used to decide how much financial aid should be given to each student.2) How much should the score be for those who want to go to Harvard or Yale? Key: They must score between 1,430 and 1,6003) What else will the American universities look at besides the score?Key: American universities also look at a student's subject grades, what they do outside of school, and their teachers' recommendations.4) What is the SAT II?Key: The SAT II is the one-hour exam that can be taken in any subject, for example chemistry or French.After listening to this kind of material, students should get the main ideas. Freshmen are accustomed to focusing all their attention on the questions, but not the content of the material. So remind students that the questions here are only a means to the end. They listen to enrich their mind and widen their horizon, not to simply answer the questions.Teachers may ask them to give a brief introduction about SAT, or maybe a general comparison between the SAT and the Chinese College Entrance Examination they passed not long ago.Japanese students need 12 years of study before entering universities.They choose the places they want to go and apply before January of their final year. The university entrance exam is a standard nationwide test held every year in January. It provides tests for 31 subjects in six subject areas: Japanese language, geography and history, civics, math, science and a foreign language All national and public universities, as well as some private ones make use of this exam. But many places also have their own tests in February or later, before the new school year starts in April.In order to pass the exam for the best universities such as the National University of Tokyo, many students attend special preparation schools on top of their regular classes. These extra schools can last for one to two years between high school and university.Although every student has the chance of going to a Japanese university, only 50 percent of high school seniors actually choose further study.(Length: 1 min. 25 sec.)A. Choose the best answer to each of the following questions.1) The Japanese students will apply for a university before of their final year.(a --.)a) January b) February c) April d) July2) The university entrance exam provides tests for subjects in subject areas.a) 30; 6 b) 30; 7 c) 31; 6 d) 39; 163) What kind of universities will make use of this exam? (,~-~)a) All national universities, b) All public universities.c) Some private universities, d) All of the above.4) How many high school seniors will choose further study? (~--~)a) All of them. b) More than halfc) Only half of them. d) Less than halfB. Answer the following questions.1) Why do many students attend the special preparation school?Key: Many students attend special preparation schools besides their regular classes, in or-der to pass the exam for the best universities such as the national University of Tokyo.2) How long do these extra schools last?Key: These extra schools can last for one to two years between high school and university.This task is a supplementary material to the previous one. Draw students' attention tothe difference of the three educational systems, Chinese, American and Japanese.The School was opened in 1955 and is part of a non-profit-making educational foundation. Its 200 students, from 30-40 countries, work inlarge, attractive buildings set in extensive, beautiful gardens, within easy reach of the centre of Cambridge. The School has dining rooms, a library, video filming studio, language laboratories, listening and self-access study centres, computres, as well as facilities for tennis, table tennis, volleyball, basketball, badminton and football.General English classes are for students aged 17+. Complete beginners are not accepted. Students have classes for 21 hours a week. Other subjects available within the General English timetable include English for Business and English Literature. The cost of tuition, materials and books per term is£ 1,130. Accommodation is with local families. Lunch is provided in the School Monday to Friday. All other meals are taken with the family. There is a full range of social activities including excursions, discos and theatre-visits. The total cost of all non-tuition services is £670 per term. There are 3 terms of 10 weeks and summer courses of 9 weeks and 3 1/2 weeks.(Length: 1 min. 55 sec.)A. Answer the following questions.1) What kind of school is it?Key: It's a non-profit-making educational foundation.2) Do they accept complete beginners?Key: No, complete beginners are not accepted.3) What other subjects within the General English timetable do they have? Key: Other subjects available within the General English timetable include English for Business and English Literature.B. Complete the following sentences with what your hear on the tape.1) Its 200 students, from 30-40 countries, work in large, attractive buildings set in extensive, beautiful gardens, within easy reach of the centre of Cambridge.2) The School has dining rooms, a library, video filming studio, language laboratories, listening and self-access study centres, computers, as well as facilities for tennis, table tennis,volleyball, basketball, badminton and football.3) Students have classes for 21 hours a week.4) The cost of tuition, materials and books per term is £1,130.5) Lunch is provided in the School Monday to Friday. All other meals are taken with the family.6) The total cost of all non-tuition services is £670 per term. There are 3 terms of 10 weeks and summer courses of 9 weeks and 3 1/2 weeks.Tasks 8, 9, and 10 are all introductions to schools, but the schools are introduced in different ways. Remind students of these differences.Task 8 is not long, but the wording and long lists of nouns make it sound veryformal. After the first listening when students have a general idea, ask them to fill in the blanks.Script:This school has a capacity of 220 students. It occupies a 19th century building in a quiet tree-filled square close to Victoria Station in central London.General courses, either in the mornings or afternoons, comprise 15 50-minute periods per week. We cater for a wide range of classes from beginners to advanced, enabling us to place students at the level indicated by the special entry test which all students take. There are usually no more than 14 students in a class. In addition to the 15 lessons, there are daily individual laboratory sessions and lectures on life in Britain at no extra cost.There are 8 classrooms, a multi-media learning centre, language laboratory, video, computer, lecture hall, canteen. We are open from January to December for courses of 3 to 14 weeks. There is a special 2-week Easter Course and Refresher Courses for overseas teachers of English in summer. Fees are approximately ~46 per week for general courses. Accommodation can be arranged with selected families with half board. There is a full social programme and regular excursions.(Length: 2 min.)A. Answer the following questions.1) How many students can this school have?Key: This school has a capacity of 220 students.2) Where is this school located?Key: It is located in a quiet tree-filled square close to Victoria Station in central London.3) What do they have besides the 15 lessons?Key: In addition to the 15 lessons, there are daily individual laboratory sessions and lectures on life in Britain at no extra cost.4) What kind of special courses do they have in summer?Key: There is a special 2-week Easter Course and Refresher Courses for overseas teachers of English in the summer.B. Decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F) according to the tape.1) This school accepts only beginners. [ F ]2) Generally speaking there are 24 students in a class. [ F ]3) Accommodation can be arranged with selected families with half-board. [ T ]This school, founded in 1953, is a non-profit making Charitable Trust. Situated in residential North Oxford, 3 km from the city centre, the College occupies a complex of purpose-built blocks and 14 large Victorian houses providing academic and residential accommodation. Facilities include an excellent library, video room, language laboratories, computer room, science laboratories, assembly hall and coffee bar.A particular benefit for the EFL student is the opportunity to live and study with native English speakers taking the two-year International Baccalaureate course, or courses at university level.All students are encouraged to participate in social and extracurricular activities including sports, horse riding, drama, art, crafts, photography, films, concerts and excursions.Academic Year Courses (21 hours per week) leading to all principal EFL examinations, concentrate on language with selected studies in Literature, Politics, History, Art History, and Computing. Most students live in college houses each supervised by a resident warden, but some prefer family accommodation.(Length: 2 min. )A. Answer the following questions.1) What kind of school is it?Key: This school, founded in 1953, is a non-profit making Charitable Trust. 2) Where is the school?Key: It is situated in residential North Oxford, 3 km from the city centre. 3) What is the benefit for the EFL student?Key: A particular benefit for the EFL student is the opportunity to live and study with native English speakers taking the two-year International Baccalaureate course, or courses at university level.4) What extracurricular activities do they have?Key: Their extracurricular activities include sports, horse riding, drama, art, crafts, photography, films, concerts and excursions.B. Complete the following sentences with what you hear on the tape.1) Facilities include an excellent library, video room, language laboratories, computer room, science laboratories, assembly hall and coffee bar.2) Most students live in college houses each supervised by a resident warden, but some prefer family accommodation.。
大学英语教材听力材料原文Unit 1: Introductions1. Conversation 1A: Good morning, everyone. My name is John Peterson, and I will be your instructor for this course, English 101. It's great to see all of you here today.B: Good morning, Mr. Peterson. We're excited to start the semester and learn English with you.A: I'm glad to hear that. Before we begin, why don't we go around the room and introduce ourselves? Please state your name, major, and a fun fact about yourself.B: Sure, I'll start. My name is Emily Smith, and I'm majoring in Business Administration. A fun fact about me is that I can play the guitar.A: That's impressive, Emily. Thank you for sharing. Who's next?2. Conversation 2A: Good afternoon, class. My name is Professor Johnson. Welcome to English 201, Advanced Writing. I hope you're all ready for a challenging but rewarding semester.B: Good afternoon, Professor Johnson. We're excited to improve our writing skills under your guidance.A: Thank you for your enthusiasm. Now, let's do a quick warm-up exercise. Take out a piece of paper and write a short paragraph about why you chose this course.B: Alright, Professor. Should we include specific examples?A: Definitely. I want to hear about your personal experiences and motivations. Remember to be concise but detailed.3. Conversation 3A: Hello, everyone. My name is Professor Thompson, and I will be teaching English Literature this semester. It's a pleasure to meet all of you.B: Hello, Professor Thompson. We're looking forward to exploring classic literature with you.A: Excellent. To get started, I would like each of you to share your favorite book or author. Tell us why you enjoy their work and how it has influenced you.B: Sure, Professor. My favorite author is Jane Austen. I love her novels because they provide insights into the social structures of the time.A: That's a great choice. Austen's works are indeed rich in social commentary. Thank you for sharing, and let's continue with the introductions.Unit 2: Daily Life1. Conversation 1A: Hey, Lisa. How was your weekend?B: Hi, Mark. It was pretty good. On Saturday, I went hiking with some friends and enjoyed the beautiful scenery.A: That sounds fantastic. Did you go to a specific hiking trail?B: Yes, we hiked the trails in the nearby national park. The weather was perfect, and we had a great time.A: I'm glad to hear that. I love hiking too, but I haven't had the chance to explore that park yet. Maybe we can plan a trip together.2. Conversation 2A: Good evening, Jane. How was your day?B: Hi, Peter. It was quite hectic. I had back-to-back meetings at work, and then I had to rush to pick up my children from school.A: That sounds exhausting. How do you manage to balance work and family?B: It's definitely a challenge, but I try to prioritize and delegate tasks whenever possible. I also make sure to spend quality time with my kids in the evenings.A: That's impressive. It's important to find a good work-life balance. Keep up the great work, Jane.3. Conversation 3A: Hi, David. What are your plans for tonight?B: Hey, Sarah. I don't have any plans yet. Do you have any suggestions?A: How about going to the new movie theater in town? There's a highly-rated film playing tonight.B: That sounds like a fun idea. I haven't been to the movies in a while. Let's do it!A: Great! I'll check the showtimes and let's meet there at 7 pm.B: Sounds like a plan. See you tonight, Sarah.以上是关于大学英语教材听力材料原文的部分内容,希望对您有所帮助。
大学英语教材课文听力原文Unit 1Part 1: Listening Comprehension (70%)1. Questions and AnswersQuestion 1: What's the weather like today?Answer: It's sunny and warm.Question 2: What did John do yesterday?Answer: He went shopping with his friends.Question 3: How did Lisa prepare for the exam?Answer: She studied hard and reviewed her notes.Question 4: Why did Mike miss the meeting?Answer: He had a doctor's appointment.Question 5: Where is the library located?Answer: It's on Main Street, next to the park.Part 2: Short Conversations (20%)1. Conversation 1A: Excuse me, do you know where the nearest post office is?B: Yes, it's just around the corner. Turn right at the next intersection. A: Thank you!B: You're welcome.2. Conversation 2A: Can I borrow your pen? I left mine at home.B: Sure, here you go.A: Thanks a lot.B: No problem.Part 3: Passages (10%)1. Passage 1In this passage, the speaker talks about his experience studying abroad. He shares the challenges he faced, such as language barrier and cultural differences, but also the benefits of immersing oneself in a different culture and learning from new experiences.2. Passage 2The second passage is about the importance of time management. The speaker explores various strategies for organizing one's time effectively, such as setting goals, prioritizing tasks, and avoiding procrastination. The passage emphasizes the value of time and the benefits of being disciplined in managing it.Overall, the listening comprehension section of the college English textbook provides students with various exercises to improve their listening skills. From simple questions and answers to short conversations and longer passages, students are exposed to different types of listening scenarios thatthey may encounter in real-life situations. By practicing listening to and comprehending English, students can enhance their language skills and become more proficient in understanding spoken English.。
大学英语教材听力原文Unit 1: My First Day of CollegeA: Good morning, class. Welcome to your first day of college! My name is Professor Johnson and I will be your English teacher for this semester. Today, we are going to start with a listening exercise. I will play a recording, and I want you to listen carefully and take notes. Afterward, we will discuss what you heard. Let's begin.[Recording Playing]B: Hi, my name is Emily. Today is my first day of college, and I'm feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. I woke up early this morning and got ready for class. As I walked onto campus, I was amazed at how big and beautiful the university is. I checked the campus map to find the building where my English class will be held.C: Hi, I'm John. I'm from a small town, so coming to a big city for college is a huge change for me. I'm a bit overwhelmed by the number of students on campus, but I'm also looking forward to meeting new people and making friends. Today, I have my first math class, and I hope it goes well.D: Hello, my name is Sarah. I'm excited to be starting my college journey. I'm majoring in biology, so I have a lot of science classes ahead of me. I've always loved learning about the natural world, so studying biology is a perfect fit for me. Today, I have a chemistry lab in the afternoon, andI'm a little nervous about handling the chemicals.[Recording Ends]A: Thank you all for listening. Now, let's discuss what you heard. Can anyone summarize the experiences of Emily, John, and Sarah on their first day of college?E: Emily mentioned that she felt a mix of excitement and nervousness. She found the university campus to be big and beautiful and made sure to check the map to find her English class.F: John talked about how coming from a small town to a big city for college was a big adjustment. He mentioned being overwhelmed by the number of students but also expressed excitement about meeting new people.G: Sarah shared her excitement about starting her college journey. She mentioned her biology major and having a chemistry lab in the afternoon, which made her a bit nervous.A: Excellent summaries, everyone. Now, let's move on to the next listening exercise.Unit 2: Traveling AbroadA: Good morning, class. Today, we will continue our listening practice with a topic about traveling abroad. Listening to different accents is important to improve your listening skills. I will play a recording of a conversation between two people at an airport. As you listen, try to understand what they are saying and answer the questions on the handout provided.[Recording Playing]B: Excuse me, is this the line for international flights?C: Yes, it is. Are you traveling alone?B: No, I am traveling with my family. We are going to Paris for vacation.C: That sounds like a wonderful trip. Do you have your passports and tickets ready?B: Yes, we have them all prepared. This is our first time traveling abroad, so we are a bit nervous.C: Don't worry, traveling is an exciting adventure. Just make sure to follow the instructions at the immigration counter and have a great trip![Recording Ends]A: Alright, now that you've listened to the conversation, let's go over the questions on the handout together.D: The conversation took place at an airport, and the person asking the question wanted to know if that was the line for international flights.E: The person answering the question confirmed that it was indeed the line for international flights, and asked if the traveler was alone.F: The traveler responded that they were traveling with their family and mentioned that they were going to Paris for vacation.G: The person in line wished the traveler a wonderful trip and advised them to have their passports and tickets ready.A: Great job, everyone! You understood the main points of the conversation. Listening and understanding different accents will greatly help you when you travel abroad.In conclusion, these listening exercises are designed to improve your English listening comprehension skills. By listening to authentic audio materials and practicing the ability to understand spoken English, you will enhance your overall language proficiency. Remember to take notes, participate actively in discussions, and continue practicing outside of the classroom to further strengthen your listening skills. Good luck with your studies!。
新编大学英语视听说教程听力原文Unit 1: Greetings and IntroductionsDialog 1A: Hello! My name is Emma. What’s your name? B: Hi Emma! Nice to meet you. My name is John. A: How are you doing John?B: I’m doing well, thanks. How about you?A: I’m good, thank you. Where are you from?B: I’m from New York. How about you?A: I’m from London.Dialog 2A: Good morning! Are you a student here?B: Yes, I am. My name is Lisa. What’s your name? A: I’m Mike. Nice to meet you, Lisa.B: Nice to meet you too, Mike. Where are you from?A: I’m from Los Angeles. How about you?B: I’m from Beijing.Unit 2: Making PlansDialog 1A: Hi Sam. What are you doing this weekend?B: I don’t have any plans. What about you?A: I’m thinking of going hiking. Would you like to join me?B: That sounds fun. I’d love to come along.Dialog 2A: Hey Emily, do you have any plans for tomorrow evening?B: Not really. What do you have in mind?A: There’s a new movie showing at the cinema. Would you like to watch it together?B: Sure! I’ve been wanting to see that movie. Let’s go.Unit 3: Asking for HelpDialog 1A: Excuse me. Can you help me find the nearest post office?B: Of course. Go straight down this road, and you’ll see it on your left.A: Thank you so much!B: You’re welcome. Have a nice day!Dialog 2A: Pardon me, do you know where the library is?B: Yes, it’s just around the corner. Walk straight ahead, and you’ll see it on your right.A: Thank you very much!B: No problem. Enjoy your time at the library.Unit 4: Describing PeopleDialog 1A: Do you know T om? He’s a tall guy with short blonde hair.B: Yes, I know him. He’s also got blue eyes.A: That’s correct. He’s quite good-looking.Dialog 2A: Have you met Alice? She’s a woman with long brown hair. B: Yes, I’ve seen her around. She’s always smiling.A: She’s really friendly and easygoing.Unit 5: Ordering FoodDialog 1A: Waiter, can we see the menu please?Waiter: Of course. Here you go.A: Thank you. I’ll have the steak and a glass of red wine. Waiter: Excellent choice.Dialog 2A: Excuse me, can I have the bill please?Waitress: Sure. Here you are.A: Thank you. How much is it?Waitress: It’s 25 dollars.A: Here’s the money. Keep the change.Waitress: Thank you for your generosity.Unit 6: Giving DirectionsDialog 1A: Excuse me, I’m looking for the nearest post office. Can you help me?B: Sure. Go straight ahead until you reach the traffic lights, then turn left. The post office will be on your right.A: Thanks a lot.B: You’re welcome. Have a great day!Dialog 2A: Hi, do you know where the train station is?B: Yes, it’s just a few blocks away. Go down this street, and you’ll find it on your left.A: Thank you so much!B: No problem. Enjoy your journey.以上是新编大学英语视听说教程的一些听力原文对话。
大学生英语教材听力原文Unit 1: Greetings and IntroductionsTrack 1: DialogueA: Hello, my name is Lisa. What's your name?B: Hi Lisa, I'm John. Nice to meet you.A: Nice to meet you too, John. Where are you from?B: I'm from New York. How about you?A: I'm from Los Angeles. Are you a student here?B: Yes, I am. I'm studying English Literature. How about you?A: I'm studying Business Administration. It's nice to meet someone from the same university.B: Yes, it is. Let's exchange phone numbers and keep in touch.A: Sure, here's my number. Give me yours.B: Here you go. I'll send you a message later.Track 2: Vocabulary and Expressions- Greetings and Introductions- Hello, my name is... / What's your name?- Nice to meet you.- Where are you from?- I'm from...- Are you a student here?- Yes, I am. / No, I'm not.- What are you studying?- I'm studying...- It's nice to meet someone from...- Let's exchange phone numbers.- Keep in touch.- Give me your number.Unit 2: Daily LifeTrack 1: DialogueA: Good morning, Jenny. How are you today?B: Good morning, Tom. I'm doing great. How about you?A: I'm good as well. Are you busy today?B: Yes, I have a lot of assignments to finish. How about you?A: I have a part-time job in the afternoon, but I'm free in the morning. Do you want to grab some coffee?B: That sounds good. Let's meet at the café near the campus at 10 am.A: Perfect. See you there!Track 2: Vocabulary and Expressions- Daily Life- Good morning, how are you today?- I'm doing great. / I'm good as well.- Are you busy today?- Yes, I have a lot of assignments to finish.- I have a part-time job.- I'm free in the morning.- Do you want to...?- That sounds good.- Let's meet at...- See you there!Unit 3: Travel and TourismTrack 1: DialogueA: Hi Michael, I heard you just came back from a trip. How was it? B: Hi Sarah, yes, I went to Thailand. It was amazing!A: Which cities did you visit?B: I visited Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai.A: How was the food there? Did you try any local dishes?B: The food was delicious! I tried Pad Thai and Green Curry, they were fantastic.A: That sounds wonderful. I'll definitely consider visiting Thailand next time.B: You should! It's a beautiful country with friendly people.Track 2: Vocabulary and Expressions- Travel and Tourism- I heard you just came back from a trip. How was it?- I went to... / It was amazing!- Which cities did you visit?- I visited...- How was the food there?- Did you try any local dishes?- The food was delicious!- I tried...- That sounds wonderful.- I'll definitely consider visiting...- It's a beautiful country with...这是部分大学生英语教材听力原文,包括三个单元的对话以及相关词汇和表达方式。
全新版大学英语第三册听说教程Unit1 There are two opposite views in this debating part: one is positive and the other, negative. Express and defend your views from the perspectives given in the card. Then select either Card A or Card B and carry on similar debates with your partner.POSITIVEI think this long holiday gives us an excellent opportunity to visit our hometown and spend more time with our parents. We miss them and I'm sure they miss us even more. It'll give them so much pleasure if we can stay at home for a whole week. However, some people might argue that it's a waste of time and money to make the trip now. They think we should spend some of the time learning more and wait until the long school vacation to go home. To my mind, going home won't interfere with our studies. We can certainly take some books with us and study in the company of our parents. As for the money, it does seem to pose a problem if we can't afford the fare. But if we plan early, we'll be able to earn the money for the trip by taking some part-time jobs. Remember, life is short and our parents are getting on in years. And a visit is worth a thousand phone calls.NEGATIVEI don't think we should take a long trip home during the National Day holiday week. Of course, we miss our parents and would like to spend the holiday with them. But the new semester has only just started and it's unwise to break the continuity of our studying for a whole week. At college,with the easy access to the library and other facilities, we can devote part of the holiday time to study even though there are no classes. That'll still leave us plenty of time for relaxation and fun.Besides, the trip home is costly. We certainly wouldn't want to ask our parents to send us money for that. It'll be an extra burden for them. Some people might argue that we can pay for the trip ourselves by taking part-time jobs. But we all know finding suitable part-time jobs is not easy. And the hard-earned money could be put to better use than the travelling expenses. We can call or write to our parents to express our love for them. If we explain the reasons to our parents I think they'll understand. They'll be glad to hear that we're going to take the opportunity to get plenty of rest and to make some headway in our studiesUnit2 There are two opposite views in this debating part: one is positive and the other, negative. Express and defend your views from the perspectives given in the card. Then select either Card A or Card B and carry on similar debates with your partner.POSITIVEA lot of strange things happen around us. And so far science hasn't been able to provide answers to them. For example, a friend of mine told me that he dreamed that his uncle had died and the death was confirmed by a phone call he received the next morning immediately after he woke up. Wasn't that odd? There was no way he could have known about his uncle'sdeath beforehand. My friend believed that it was his uncle coming to bid him farewell before he left the world for good. And I don't know whether he is right or not. It couldn't be just a coincidence, I think. There seems to be some mysterious forces at work. If not, how can we explain it? NEGATIVEI don't think there are mysterious forces at work when coincidences occur. Most coincidences are simply the result of pure chance. And some coincidences, unusual though they may be, can actually be explained. Take coincidental birth date for example. An experiment mentioned in an article by a professor at the University of Virginia shows that if you randomly select a group of 23 persons, there is a 50 per cent chance that at least two of them celebrate the same birth date. Unbelievable, isn't it? Few people would have guessed that could be so common. If that's the case with birth dates, isn't it likely that many other coincidences are probable as well?This experiment proves that it is possible to calculate the probabilities of some seemingly improbable happenings. In real life, however, we tend to give coincidences a lesser probability than they deserve.U3 There are two opposite views in this debating part: one is positive and the other, negative. Express and defend your views from the perspectives given in the card. Then select either Card A or Card B and carry on similar debates with your partner.POSITIVENowadays, some young people consider economic status the most important factor when they choose a spouse. They think money can bring everything they want, like a big apartment, a car, or a trip abroad. However, can these material things really ensure happiness? I don't think so. A marriage based solely on material wealth will not necessarily be a happy one. A happy marriage is built on a deep love and affection between husband and wife, which can not be bought by money.NEGATIVEI think it is very natural for people to give first priority to economic status in choosing a spouse. We all know how important money is. Without money, we can hardly do anything. Lack of money in a marriage will cause problems to the couple. Even though the couple may have married for love, being always hard-pressed for money, love will soon be replaced by quarrels and endless worries over money matters. If this happens, can they live happily together? So I think it is very important to first consider if your future spouse is able to share the responsibility of supporting a family. If not, just wait.I'm not against stress before job interviews. When we finish college we'll have to face intense激烈competition in the job market. We all want to give a presentation展示that demonstrates our abilities and our potentials潜在的before interviewers. And that requires an alert警惕的mind to prepare准备it well. A certain amount of 一定数量stress is necessary to make usmore energetic and therefore more productive富有成效.NEGATIVEPersonally I don't think stress before a job interview is a good thing. If you've made the best of your school years to seek寻求knowledge, if you've prepared your presentations介绍well, there is no need for you to feel stressed. Stress before a job interview will have a negative effect on you. Life becomes very unpleasant不愉快, because you put enormous pressure 巨大压力on yourself. You find it hard to get to sleep, have no appetite ['æpətaɪt]食欲for food, and are not in a mood for anything interesting. Eventually it will damage your health and interfere with your ability to perform执行,演出well at the interview. The best policy政策is relax and face the interview confidently.U3 There are two opposite views in this debating part: one is positive and the other, negative. Express and defend your views from the perspectives given in the card. Then select either Card A or Card B and carry on similar debates with your partnerPOSITIVEI am not against voluntary work in general but I don't think it is proper for college students to be volunteers for the preparation and day-to-day work of an international conference. Their main task is to study. When they goand do voluntary work for such a conference, they will have to miss classes, or fail to do their assignments. Eventually they will fall behind in their studies.I think the government or the organizer of the conference should employ professionals to do the work, rather than asking students at college to volunteer.NEGATIVEI don't think I can agree with the above view. I'd like to be a volunteer for the international conference to be held soon in our region. This is an important meeting and many world leaders are going to be present. It will bring honor to our country and to our region. To make the conference successful, a lot of work needs to be done and I'll be only too glad to do something for my country when it needs me.Meanwhile, I believe the voluntary work will enable me to put into practice what I've learned at college. I believe too that I'll be able to learn many new things, things that I can not learn from books.I know that I may have to miss some classes, but my teachers and my friends are all very supportive. I'm sure I'll be able to make up for the lost time with their help.U5 There are two opposite views in this debating part: one is positive and the other, negative. Express and defend your views from the perspectives given in the card. Then select either Card A or Card B and carry on similar debates with your partner.NEGATIVEI don't think it is a good idea to create more parks in downtown areas. These areas should be reserved for businesses, which are the main sources of the government's revenue (税收). And money received through taxation of businesses can be used by the government to invest in various useful projects. But what can the green fields produce? Nothing at all.What is more, to make way for the parks, stores, houses and buildings will have to be torn down, which will cause much inconvenience to the people who live there, not to mention the huge cost in relocating them.Even if we do develop more parks in downtown areas, it's unlikely they can keep their beauty long. I'm afraid they will soon be destroyed by people who do not cherish (爱惜) public property. So the project will turn out to be a big waste of money and useful land!POSITIVEI think it is a very good idea to develop parks in downtown areas. They will create a better environment, which is good for business. As more people will be drawn to these areas, there will be more business opportunities for shops, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment centers that line the busy streets of downtown areas. So it is profitable to the government, to businesses and also to the people who work there.Besides, as residents, we can also benefit from the parks. Not only will the green grass and trees provide a good view for us to enjoy, they willclean the air and reduce pollution. So our living conditions will be improved and our life will be happier and healthier.U7 1. From the perspective of an onlooker (negative)I admire the young man's courage and his willingness志愿to help others. But he really didn't have to do that. It was not his job to save the people trapped in there. It was the job of the firefighters. K, And chances are high that they would not be of much practical help and would only risk their lives in vain. I'm not against heroism, but I do think you need to be very careful and consider the cost before you act. Unnecessary risks are not worth taking2. From the perspective of a newspaper reporter (positive)I agree that we should avoid unnecessary risks, but I would not call the young man's attempt to save lives an unnecessary risk. Yes, we need to be careful in the face of danger but we mustn't allow calculations of personal gain or loss to stand in the way of saving lives. The young man saw the urgency of the situation and risked his life for the benefit of others. His selfless action reflects the true spirit of heroism.It is true that without training and proper equipment, nonprofessionals may not be as efficient as trained rescue workers. But we value such people because their actions demonstrate a sense of responsibility to society and a deep respect for human life. It does not require a uniform or formaltraining for one to be able to care about other people's lives. Moreover, there are many examples of nonprofessionals successfully helping and saving other people, of which the story of Krimali, the heroine in the listening texts, is a case in point.U8 There are two opposite views in this debating part: one is positive and the other, negative. Express and defend your views from the perspectives given in the card. Then select either Card A or Card B and carry on similar debates with your partner.1. From the perspective of a customer (positive)One out of every ten people walking down the street is a person with some special needs. But everywhere they go, they come across foods, tools, or garments, etc. that are not designed for their use. These may be people in wheelchairs who can't climb upstairs, people with various diseases who can't take certain foods, people who are left-handed and can't comfortably handle tools that are meant for right-handers and people who are extremely tall or big and have a tough time trying to find clothes, shoes or beds that match their sizes. The list could go on and on.It is true that something has been done in recent years to meet the needs of these groups of people but it is not enough. I think more manufacturers should be involved in designing more products to satisfy the special needs of these people. The market is probably not so large, but ifmarket research is efficiently carried out, there will be sufficient rewards. The biggest reward, however, will come from knowing how much their efforts will mean to those with special needs. No longer will these people feel neglected and their lives will not be full of disappointments and frustrations.2. From the perspective of a private company owner (negative)Some people suggest that we design products for those who have special physical needs. I think this is an important issue and that society as a whole should be responsible for looking after the welfare of these people.Our company will certainly do everything to satisfy their needs if we can. However, as a small company, we lack the financial and technological resources to design and produce products aimed at a relatively small number of customers. As the markets for special needs products are not large, producing such products is rather risky. If a lot of companies should start making such products all at once, the intense competition will soon drive a company like ours to bankruptcy. The best way, I think, is for the central government to take action and assign certain state-owned enterprises to make such products. Backed by government funding, I'm sure they will be able to meet people's special needs.U9Topic: Arguments for or against the view that the global economy is harming our national culture1. From the perspective of some students (positive)I think the global economy is doing us more harm than good. It's true that as a result of the increasing operations of foreign businesses in China, Chinese consumers now have a much greater choice of goods. But, the sad fact is that many people, especially the young, have come to worship everything foreign. They drink Coca-Cola, eat Italian pizzas, wear Nike sneakers (耐克运动鞋), watch Hollywood movies. The danger is they'll gradually adopt western values and western ways of life and forget their own culture. To some extent, this has already become a reality. Things like dating at an early age, going to all-night parties, marrying in white (新娘着白色婚纱), and having cereal (麦片) for breakfast instead of porridge (稀饭) are not uncommon among the young, but they are not part of our national traditions. So what happens is our national culture is losing ground due to the influence of the global economy。