2010学年第二学期徐汇区高三年级英语学科

学习能力诊断卷听力文字

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I. Listening Comprehension Section A

Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.

1. W: Would you like to order now?

M: Yes. Please show me the menu.

Q: Where does the conversation probably take place?

2. W: Excuse me, could you please tell me when the bank is open?

M: It’s open from 9 am. to 5 pm. on weekdays, and 10 am. to 4 pm. on Saturdays. Q: When is the bank open?

3. W: Would you like a cup of coffee to help you wake up?

M: A cup of coffee? I’ll need three or four. Q: What does the man mean?

4. M: Have you decided where to live after you move to Shanghai?

W: I would like to live in the suburb to save on expenses but my husband wants a flat in the center of the city near his office.

Q: Where does the woman prefer to live?

5. W: Why are you slowing down? What’s the speed limit here?

M: Didn’t you see the sign just now? This is the school zone. Q: What are the two speakers probably doing?

6. M: Hills, are you going to Brian's party tonight? Maybe I can give you a ride.

W: Thanks, Tom. I'd like to go for a change, but I have a job interview tomorrow morning. Q: What will the woman probably do tonight? 7. M: What’s up?

W: I guess there is a virus in my computer, I can’t send out this e-mail. Q: What do we learn about the woman from the conversation?

8. W: The air pollution in this city is getting worse and worse. The sky looks grey most of the time．

M: You said it! We've never had so many factories before. Q: What can we learn from the conversation?

9. W: John, you always have a lot of work and always stay late.

M: That’s true, but I enjoy the challenge. Q: How does the man feel about his job?

10. M: I thought you were going to call me last night about your plan for our trip to Sydney.

W: Sorry, I should have, but Miranda and Jane stopped by and stayed until midnight. Q: What do we learn about the woman from the conversation? Section B

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Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.

Tomorrow I’m taking my driving test once again. I’ve already failed it twice before, so I’m really nervous. The first time I took the test, I was not surprised that I failed because I hadn’t studied the traffic rules at all. In fact, I broke quite a few traffic rules during the test. But I was really disappointed about the second test. That time I had studied all the rules and had practiced driving for ages. I was pretty sure there would be no problem. But I stilled failed, because when I was driving along, a dog suddenly appeared in front of my car. I hit it before I could stop the car. What bad luck! I don’t know what will happen to me tomorrow. (Now listen again) Questions:

11. Why is the man nervous now?

12. How did the man probably feel before the second test? 13. Why did the man fail the second test?

Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.

You probably have heard a lot about what a typical Briton is like: they are reserved; they spend “an average of six months of their lives” talking about the weather; they have a unique sense of humor. What are some other things that are typical of Britons? A recent study has provided a snapshot of the typical Briton.

The study, conducted by an insurance giant, involved over one million people. According the study, an average Briton is most likely to have the surname Smith, get up at around 6:45 in the morning, live in a home called “the cottage” and spend the summer holiday in Spain.

The study has shown that Ford Fiesta is the most common vehicle of a British family. Most often, Mr. or Mrs. Smith eat their lunch at their desks. Their recreation is more likely to include shopping than exercise; the vast majority of Britons do not go to the gym, cycle, jog or swim even once a week. While holidays to the Far East, the Caribbean or even Australia are more popular in the UK than a generation ago, Spain remains the favorite option.

The findings suggest that there is little difference between Britons today and in the 1970s and 80s. (Now listen again) Questions:

14. How many people were involved in the study?

15. Which of the following can be learned about Britons?

16. What conclusion can we draw from the findings of the study?

Section C

Directions: In Section C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear each conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Write your answers on your answer sheet.

Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.

M: Hello, this is Pacific English Language Center. How may I help you?

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W: Yes. I'm calling for a friend who is interested in your courses. What are your application deadlines for the next semester?

M: Well, we ask applicants to apply before the end of August. W: All right. What is the tuition? M: It's two thousand thirty dollars. W: And how does one apply?

M: We can send you an application form and you can mail it back to us, or you can fill out our application form online at our website. W: Okay great. Thank you for help.

M: No problem and please don't hesitate to call again if you have any other questions. W: Okay. Goodbye.

Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation. M: Hey, neighbor. How's it going? W: Fine. How about you?

M: Okay. Huh, by the way, my wife and I are going out of town this weekend, and I was wondering if you could take care of our dog Thomas. W: OK. But you have to tell me what I should do.

M: Just feed him a can of dog food a day, and make sure he has plenty of water in his dish. And then, take him for a walk around the block. W: Well, I can do that.

M: Besides, he likes to watch the 3 o’clock soap opera on Channel 4. . . and brush his teeth after you give him some doggie treats around 4:00. And, then brush his fur for about twenty minutes. Don’t forget to scratch him around the ears. Otherwise, he feels neglected. W: What?

M: And don't forget to put on some soft classical music during his nap time at 2:40 p.m. But don't let him out of the house because he might run away and chase the neighbor's dog.

W: Well, I'm leaving. You'd better hire some professional help 'cause I wouldn't watch your dog even if you paid me a million dollars.

That’s the end.

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