Part I DICTATION (15MIN)
Limiting the Growth of Technology
Throughout history man has changed his physical environment to improve his way of life. /With the tools of technology,/ man has altered many physical features of the earth. /He has transformed woodland into farmland. /He has modified the face of the earth by cutting through mountains to build roads and railways. /However, these changes in the physical environment have not always had beneficial results./ Today, pollution of the air and water is a danger to the health of the planet./ Each day thousands of tons of gases come out of vehicles./ Smoke from factories pollutes the air of industrialized areas and the surrounding countryside. /The air in cities is becoming increasingly unhealthy. /The pollution of water is equally harmful./ In the sea pollution from oil is killing a lot of sea plants and fish. /It is now necessary for man to limit the growth of technology in order to survive on earth.
PART Ⅱ LISTENING COMPREHE (20 MIN)
SECTION A CONVERSATIONS
Questions 1 to 3 are based on the following conversation.
M: 1) We have to move the company to a new office.
W: I think that's a great idea, Tim.
M: Good.
W: We should be in the centre of town. We'll be nearer to our customers.
M: Jane, I...
W: The transport
M: Jane, I...
W: ... and there are lots of good restaurants.
M: Jane, I think we should move to the country.
W: Oh!
M: against. 2) For: cheaper rent, cheaper houses, cleaner air. It's quieter. There's not so much noise. And parking's easier. Do you agree that these are all good reasons for moving?
W: Yes, I agree. But let's talk about the things against moving. Number one. A long way from some clients.
M: Yes, but that's not a problem.
W: What about communications?
M: There's an airport near the new location as well as a motorway. And there are fast trains to everywhere from there.
W: So communications are better than they are from here?
M: I think so.
W: 3) But what do we do with our spare time? I know we can go for walks in the country. Pe
rhaps go horse-riding. But we can only do that in summer. What do we do in winter? When it's cold and wet. It's not like here in the city, is it?
M: I agree. But in the town over there---twenty minutes by car---there are cinemas, theatres, good restaurants and there's a jazz club. So, I think our company should move to the country. Do you agree?
W: I am afraid I don't.
Questions 4 to 7 are based on the following conversation.
M: So, Miss Parkinson, you organize fitness training and beauty treatments for working women?
W: That's right, Mr. Cruise.
M: Could you tell me how you first got the idea for the business?
W: Certainly. 4) I suppose it all started about 5 years ago. I was on holiday and had a very
bad skin accident. I found that the only thing that helped the pain was massage and gentle exercise, like yoga or stretching exercises. So I used to go to therapists and classes after work.
M: Where did you work at that time?
W: In the training department of a media company.
M: I see.
W: 5) But then I got a promotion to training manager. That meant I worked longer hours and was difficult to get to classes. I asked some of my teachers if they would come to my house instead, and most of them agreed. It was more expensive but I thought it was worth it. Lots of my friends loved the idea too. So I recommended people to them. That's when I began to realize that maybe I could make a business out of it.
M: Did you give up your job then?
W: 6) No, not immediately. The idea was too scary. I had a good job with a good salary, and starting my own business seemed a bit risky. So I just did it at a hobby really.
M: So why did you leave your job in the end?
W: 7) Well, the decision was made for me really. My company decided to relocate to a different town. They offered me the choice of relocating with them or quite 四级 听力a large sum of money if I preferred to leave. I know an opportunity when I see it. So I took the money!
M: Good for you.
Questions 8 to 10 are based on the following conversation.
M: Good afternoon, madam.
W: Good afternoon. I'd like to buy a camera.
M: We have all kinds of cameras here, madam. What sorts of camera are you thinking you are buying?
W: Well, I don't know anything about cameras. But my friend tells me that 35-millimeter cameras are the best.
M: Well, they are certainly the much popular. Would you like a rangefinder type or a single-lens reflex?
W: What's the difference?
M: 8) With a single-lens reflex, you actually look through the lens when you're taking a photo. So you can see exactly what you are taking.
W: That seems a good idea.
M: 8) Yes, focusing is easier, too. Try this one. It's a good mate.
W: Yes, I see what you mean. The image is very clear and bright.
M: That's right. 8) Moreover, you can use a number of different lenses. Let me put a telephoto lens on for you to try.