Part A: Short Conversations (Q1 - Q30)
Directions: In this part, you will hear short conversations between two people. Choose the best answer to each question.
Part B: Long Conversations (Q31 - Q38)
Directions: In this part, you will hear longer conversations. After each conversation, you will answer several questions.
Audio Long Conversation 1
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Steve: "Hi, Diana. Did you attend the student council meeting yesterday?"Diana: "Yes, I did, Steve. We discussed the new campus recycling program."Steve: "Oh, really? I wanted to go, but I had a chemistry lab. What did you guys decide?"Diana: "Well, we decided to place recycling bins in every dormitory building and near the cafeterias. Starting next month, students will be encouraged to separate plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and paper."Steve: "That sounds like a great initiative. Is the university going to provide the bins?"Diana: "Yes, the administration agreed to fund the purchase of the bins. We are also going to launch an awareness campaign next week. We'll be handing out flyers and posting information on social media."Steve: "Awesome. I'd love to help with the campaign. Can I join the volunteer group?"Diana: "Absolutely! We are meeting this Friday at 4 PM in the student center to organize the flyers. You should definitely come."Steve: "Great, I'll be there. Thanks, Diana!"
Audio Long Conversation 2
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Sarah: "Hi, Kevin. Have you decided on your major yet?"Kevin: "Not yet, Sarah. I'm torn between computer science and environmental science."Sarah: "Those are very different fields. Why are you interested in computer science?"Kevin: "Well, I really enjoy programming and problem-solving, and the job prospects are excellent after graduation. But on the other hand, I'm deeply concerned about environmental issues like climate change and conservation."Sarah: "You know, you don't necessarily have to choose one over the other. You could major in environmental science and take computer science courses, or vice versa. In fact, environmental monitoring relies heavily on data analysis and programming."Kevin: "That's a very good point. I've heard about geographic information systems, or GIS. It combines computer technology with environmental mapping."Sarah: "Exactly! And there are many research projects on campus that use computer models to simulate climate patterns. You could talk to Professor Adams in the science department. He does research in that exact area."Kevin: "That sounds like a perfect combination for me. I think I'll make an appointment to speak with Professor Adams tomorrow. Thanks for the advice, Sarah!"
Part C: Talks / Lectures (Q39 - Q50)
Directions: In this part, you will hear several short talks. After each talk, you will answer several questions.
Audio Talk 1: Mars Lecture
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Narrator: "Listen to a lecture by an astronomy professor about the planet Mars."Professor: "Good morning, class. Today we're going to discuss the planet Mars, often referred to as the Red Planet due to the iron oxide on its surface. Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and has long fascinated scientists because of its similarities to Earth. It has a thin atmosphere, polar ice caps, and evidence of ancient water flows. One of the most notable features of Mars is Olympus Mons, which is the largest volcano in the solar system. It is three times taller than Mount Everest. Over the years, numerous robotic missions, including rovers like Curiosity and Perseverance, have been sent to explore Mars. These missions aim to search for signs of past microbial life and study the planet's geology. In the future, space agencies hope to send human missions to Mars, which presents massive technical challenges, particularly in terms of life support and radiation protection. For your homework, please read chapter five about Mars' atmosphere."
Audio Talk 2: Yellowstone Guide
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Narrator: "Listen to a guide speaking to a group of tourists at a national park."Guide: "Welcome to Yellowstone National Park, everyone! As the world's first national park, established in 1872, Yellowstone is famous for its wildlife and geothermal features. The park sits on top of a giant supervolcano, which heats underground water and produces the geysers and hot springs we see today. The most famous geyser in the park is Old Faithful. It was named in 1870 because its eruptions are highly predictable, occurring approximately every 90 minutes. Each eruption can shoot boiling water up to 55 meters in the air and lasts for several minutes. While walking around the geyser basin, it is extremely important that you stay on the designated wooden boardwalks. The ground is very thin, and the water beneath is boiling hot and highly acidic. Stepping off the boardwalk is not only illegal but also extremely dangerous. After our stop at Old Faithful, we will proceed to the Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the United States, known for its vibrant colors."
Audio Talk 3: Honeybee Lecture
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Narrator: "Listen to a lecture by a biology professor about honeybees."Professor: "Today, we're going to examine the fascinating social structure of honeybees. A honeybee colony is a highly organized society consisting of three types of bees: the queen, drones, and worker bees. The queen is the only fertile female in the hive, and her primary role is to lay eggs—sometimes up to 2,000 eggs a day. Drones are male bees whose sole purpose is to mate with the queen. The vast majority of the hive consists of worker bees, which are sterile females. Worker bees perform all the tasks necessary to maintain the hive, including foraging for nectar, building honeycomb, cleaning, and defending the colony. Honeybees are also famous for their unique method of communication known as the 'waggle dance'. When a worker bee finds a rich source of nectar, she returns to the hive and performs a figure-eight dance. The angle and duration of the dance communicate the exact direction and distance of the food source relative to the sun. This cooperative behavior is essential for the survival of the colony."
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