1、1Unit One New Campus, New Life. Pre-listening ActivitiesChoice 1略Choice 2There are pros and cons of living on campus.Pros Cons1. Accessibility to the school 1. Little privacy2. Increased social life 2. Limited space3. Possible low GPA (grade point average) ScriptThere are pros and cons of living on
2、campus.Pros1. Accessibility to the school. If you live on campus, you can easily walk to the classes, libraries, computer labs, cafeterias, etc. You dont have to waste time and money on driving to school, finding a parking space, and so forth. 2. Increased social life. Living on campus will allow yo
3、u to meet more people and establish more friendships than living off campus. You will also usually be aware of any campus activities and how to be involved in them. Cons1. Little privacy. When living in a dorm, it can be very hard to find privacy. You have to share bedrooms, bathrooms, etc. You may
4、never have quiet time in your dorm because there will always be something going on. 2. Limited space. At most colleges, the dorm rooms are tiny. You have to limit what you bring to school, or your space will be too crowded. 3. Possible low GPA (grade point average). Because dorm life is very social,
5、 your grades may be affected in a negative way. If you constantly choose hanging out with your dorm buddies over studying at the library, then your GPA will suffer. . Listening TasksTask 1 Understanding Short Conversations1. C 2. D 3. B 4. A 5. A 6. C 7. D 8. C 9. A 10. B Script1. W: What can I do f
6、or you, sir? M: Well, Id like to get this book renewed. You know, its so hopeful that I cant finish my research paper without it. Q: Where are the man and the woman? 2. W: How many students tried out for the basketball team this year? M: About 40, but only half of them have real talent for the sport
7、. 2Q: How many students are good at basketball? 3. M: I wonder if I could borrow your bicycle. W: You certainly could if I had one. Q: What does the woman mean? 4. W: What do you think of his experiment? M: He has done well considering he has no experience. Q: Why does the man think he has done well
8、? 5. M: Mary, why isnt Joan teaching here this term? W: She cant. She is retired. Q: What reason was given for Joans not teaching? 6. W: Mr. Hamptons explanation was too complicated to understand. M: He didnt speak slowly enough for us to take notes, either. Q: What does the man complain about? 7. W
9、: I like science more than maths, but history is my favorite subject. M: But I think computer programming is the best. Q: Which subject does the woman like most? 8. W: Will you go to attend Prof. Greens lectures next term? Hes a very learned scholar. M: Well, Id rather not. Its said that his lecture
10、s are always boring and dull. Q: Whats the mans response to the womans remark?9. W: Has your group decided on a research project yet? M: No ones come up with anything yet. Q: What does the man say about the project? 10. W: Do you know if Nick has got enough money for his study? M: Yes. If Nick hadnt
11、 worked in the steel plant last summer, he wouldnt have earned enough money for his living expenses during his senior year. Q: What does the man mean about Nick? Task 2 Understanding a Long Conversation1. D 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. A ScriptW: Would you like to join the Volunteers League?M: Am I crazy? I ju
12、st quitted the Students Counsel. I dont want to be as busy as before. Ive given up a big chance of getting scholarships for that.W: No, joining the Volunteers League wont take you much time. It only has activities on the weekends.M: Really? Thats good. I was just wondering about how to spend my free
13、 time on weekends.W: Come on, you wont regret about joining the Volunteers League. Its different from other students clubs or unions.M: Whats the difference?W: The Volunteers League often offers free services for grand occasions, such as Olympic Games, World Expo. Isnt that special?M: Not really. Id
14、 rather join the Entrepreneurs Club, so my experience will be helpful when I 3look for jobs in the future.W: Thats also a good choice. But the Entrepreneurs Club just hold some boring activities, you know, speeches, competitionsM: But you can learn a lot of things from the activities and its related
15、 to our major.W: You can also learn a lot in the Volunteers League. You will have the chance to learn how to communicate, how to arrange an activity and how to cooperate with your group members.M: What activities does the Volunteers League have?W: We will be voluntary guides, interpreters and M: Doe
16、s that mean I have lots of chances to practice my English?W: You can say that again.M: OK, you win. Just tell me how to get enrolled for that club.Questions 1 to 5 are based on the conversation you have just heard.1. Why does the man refuse to join the Volunteers League in the beginning?2. When does
17、 the Volunteers League have activities according to the woman?3. Why does the woman say the Volunteers League is different from other clubs and unions? 4. Why does the man prefer joining the Entrepreneurs Club? 5. Why does the man decide to join the Volunteers League in the end? Task 3 Understanding
18、 PassagesPassage One Listening for general comprehension1. Freshmen 2. 15Listening for specific comprehension1. B 2. D 3. B 4. C 5. A ScriptListening for general comprehensionFreshmen 15 is a plague that haunts the mind of all newly high school graduates. You hear of this horror tale before even ste
19、pping foot on a college campus. So what exactly is the freshmen 15? Legend says that during your freshmen year of college, you end up gaining around fifteen pounds. Is this simply a story told to scare young freshmen, or a reality? The bad news is that a noticeable weight gain does occur among colle
20、ge students. However, the good news is its not as drastic as fifteen pounds. Food served in the dining halls is laden with fats while exercise in college has become a true burden. It is difficult to schedule a workout session among the already busy schedule filled with classes, clubs, homework, and
21、organizations. Here at USC, the professors like to pack their students with work upon work, so students can truly “eat the fruits of the knowledge tree.” For an average student, it is considered a celebration if you could simply finish all your homework on time and sleep before 2 a.m. With that said
22、, who cares about exercise?Listening for specific comprehension1. According to the passage, what does “15” refer to?2. How is the food like in the colleges dining halls?43. Which of the following is NOT included in the students busy schedule according to the passage?4. How much work does the profess
23、ors give to the students in USC?5. How does a student feel if he finishes homework and sleeps before 2 a.m.?Passage Two Listening for general comprehension1. taking notes 2. Four suggestions are given in the passageListening for specific comprehension1. A 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. C ScriptListening for gene
24、ral comprehensionIts necessary for a student to take notes when he attends a lecture. The notes can be readily used in the future when the student forgets or reviews something. When a student takes notes in a lecture he has to do four things. Firstly, he has to understand whats said, as the speaker
25、says it. He cant stop the lecture in order to look up a new word or check an unfamiliar sentence pattern. The second thing the student has to do is to decide whats important in the lecture. Many lecturers pause, and speak more slowly and loudly, when theyre making an important point. The third task
26、that faces the student is that he has to write down the important points. The student should abbreviate, write down the important words, usually nouns, sometimes verbs or adjectives, and should write one point on each line. He ought, if possible, to choose a moment to write when the lecturer isnt gi
27、ving vital information. Finally, the students notes must show the connections between the various points hes noted. If he makes intelligent use of spacing and underlining, together with the use of conventional signs and the numbering of points, hell be able to understand the framework of the lecture
28、 more easily. Listening for specific comprehension1. Why is it necessary for a student to take notes?2. What can a student do during a lecture if there is something he cant understand?3. What do many lectures do when they are making an important point?4. When is the right moment to write down the im
29、portant points?5. What may not be helpful for a student to understand the framework of the lecture more easily according to the passage?Passage Three Listening for general comprehension1. The passage is about how to cope with a new school year.2. There are three tips mentioned in the passage.Listeni
30、ng for specific comprehension1. D 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. C Script5Listening for general comprehensionHow do you approach a new school year? Do you have feelings of happiness and excitement or feelings of dread? New teachers, classes, classmates and maybe even a new school can all cause students to worry.
31、 But there are some things you can do to avoid the back-to-school blues. Become familiarWill you go to a new school this year? Then during the summer, visit your new school. Find out exactly where it is and how long it takes to get there. This will help you avoid confusion on the day. Ask friends to
32、 introduce you to a student who goes to the school. Youll feel better knowing some there. Keep it in balance Decide how many activities youll participate in, and dont do too much. Keeping schoolwork, home life and extra activities in balance will keep your stress level low. Heres another tip to help
33、 you prepare for the first day of school. Start going to bed and getting up at your normal school time two weeks before school begins. Then your body and mind will become rested and prepared for the first day. Get involved The best way to make new friends is to join school clubs. Choose something yo
34、u enjoy and youll meet people who share your interests. A+ for attitude During those first scary days, having a positive attitude will help you survive. Concentrate on the exciting things youll learn and the fun youll have with your classmates. With rest, preparation and the right attitude, youll be
35、 off to a great school year! Listening for specific comprehension1. What may cause students to worry according to the passage?2. What do you need to find out when you visit your new school?3. Why do we need to keep schoolwork, home life and extra activities in balance?4. To prepare for your first sc
36、hool day, when should you start getting up at your normal school time?5. Which is the best way to make new friends according to the passage?Task 4 Compound Dictation 1. unavoidable 2. check 3. ideal 4. recharge5. nap 6. definitely 7. squeeze 8. involve 9. It can mean a relaxing, 30-minute walk while
37、 listening to your favorite music. 10. when was the last time you had some quality, quiet time alone?11. Finding a few moments of peace and quiet might be just what you need. ScriptAt any given point in time, most college students are stressed about something. While having stress in your life is nor
38、mal and often unavoidable, being stressed is something you can control. Follow the following tips to learn how to keep your stress in check and how to relax when it gets to be too much.6Get Some Sleep. Being in college means your sleep schedule is, most likely, far from ideal. Getting more sleep can
39、 help your mind refocus, recharge, and rebalance. This can mean a quick nap, a night when you go to bed early, or a promise to yourself to stick with a regular sleep schedule. Get Some Exercise. You may think that if you dont have the time to sleep and eat properly, you definitely dont have the time
40、 to exercise. Fair enough, but if youre feeling stressed, it may be that you need to squeeze it in somehow. Exercise doesnt necessarily have to involve a 2-hour, exhausting workout at the campus gym. It can mean a relaxing, 30-minute walk while listening to your favorite music. Get Some Quiet Time.
41、Take one moment and think: when was the last time you had some quality, quiet time alone? Personal space for students in college rarely exists. You may share your room, your bathroom, your classrooms, your dining hall, the gym, the bookstore, the library, and anywhere else you go during an average d
42、ay. Finding a few moments of peace and quiet might be just what you need. Stepping out from the crazy college environment for a few minutes can do wonders for reducing your stress.IV. Pronunciation Imitation and Training1. victory seven arrive starve vienna2. theatre author month cloths fifths3. tho
43、ugh either smooth clothes baths4. world leather pull field mild5. Have you ever lived near a river?6. The three athletes were out of breath.7. Leave the little lad alone. Hell soon be all right.8. They went further than that along the northern paths. Learn English Through a Radio Program1. released
44、2. academic 3. increases 4. Chinese 5. undergraduate6. enrolling 7. spread 8. lack 9. row 10. business Script略. Learn English Through Movies1. serious 2. Always 3. life 4. dying 5. supposed6. visions 7. monster 8. ready 9. long 10. surrender Script略Unit Two Tales of Friendship7. Pre-listening Activi
45、tiesPart 1略Part 21. the first Sunday in the month of August2. the third Sunday in August3. the third week of May ScriptHuman beings are social creatures and have always valued the importance of friends in their lives. The first Sunday of August was declared as a holiday in US in honor of friends by
46、U.S. Congress in 1935. Since then, World Friendship Day is celebrated every year on the first Sunday in the month of August. This beautiful idea of celebrating Friendship Day was joyfully accepted by several other countries across the world. Celebrating Friendship Day in a traditional manner, people
47、 meet their friends and exchange cards and flowers to honor their friends.It may be noted that some associations celebrate Friendship Day in an entirely different time of the year and with different customs. For instance, Womens Friendship Day is on the third Sunday in August.International Friendshi
48、p Month is February.Old Friends, New Friends Week is the third week of May.However, what is remarkably same is the idea behind the celebration of the day. Everywhere, people express love for their friends and cherish their presence in life. Listening TasksTask 1 Understanding Short Conversations 1.
49、A 2. C 3. C 4. B 5. B 6. A 7. D 8. B 9. D 10. B Script1. M: Miss, could you please give me change for three dollars?W: Sorry, sir, Im not allowed to do so if you dont buy anything.Q: Where is the conversation taking place?2. M: Today is Saturday. Am I supposed to meet Monica tomorrow?W: No, the day after tomorrow.Q: What day is the man supposed to meet Monica?3. M: I wish I could see Leo here.W: He was
