1、1大学英语文本和答案II. Listening SkillsListening for NamesDoris: Vicky Klein. V-I-C-K-Y, K-L-E-I-N.Nancy should see Vicky Klein if she needs a loan.d.Doris: OK, Anthony. Ill have your parking pass ready in a minute.Anthony McDonald will get his parking pass in a minute.III. Listening InTask 1: EnrollingGood
2、morning, everyone. Id like to welcome you to City University. Im Betty Russell and I work in the International Students Office. I have some important for you. First, you must enroll by August 28th. Pick up your ID card at our office. Them, youll need to pick up a library card so on Campus(M=man; W=w
3、oman)M: Hi, Lisa. Hows life on campus?W: Hi, John. Oh, not so bad. Pretty good in fact.M: Is that what do you think? I mean, do you like living on campus?W: Yeah, I enjoy living here because theres so many people around and its easy to make friends. What about you? Have you ever lived in a dorm befo
4、re?M: No, this is the first time.W: I think youll find it quite convenient. The library, labs, sports center and other facilities are right on campus.M: Jack: Hello, Joe. How are you doing?Joe: Im just fine, thanks. How about you?Jack: Good. Well, you see, Im planning to take chemistry this semester
5、. Can you recommend a professor?Joe: Dr. Smith, of course. They say hes a prominent professor in chemistry.Model 3 Id like you to meet my friend.Now Your TurnJason: Hi, Jane. Id like you to meet my friend, Mike. Mike, this is Jane.2Michael: Glad to meet you.Jane: Glad to meet you, too.Michael: Jason
6、 often tells me how much he enjoys you playing the piano.Jane: Thank you. I enjoy watching him playing tennis, too.Michael: Excuse me. I have an appointment, so Im afraid I must go now. Very nice meeting you.Jane: Same here. Bye!V. Lets TalkMichael: Hi! I saw you yesterday with John. We room togethe
7、r. Im Michael.Jane: Oh, hi, Mike. How are you doing?Michael: Im okay, but school has been really hectic since I came. I havent even had a chance to breathe!Jane: I know. Its especially crazy when youre a freshman. Hey, whats your major?Michael: Travel and tourism.Jane: Well, what do you plan to do a
8、fter you graduate?Michael: Uh I really havent decided. I think Id like to work for a travel agency in this area. What about you?Jane: Well, when I first started college. I majored in physics, but later I realized I might have a hard time finding a job in that field. I ended up changing to computer s
9、cience. Finding a job in the IT industry shouldnt be as difficult.Michs looking for my dorm, he said, “Oh, just follow me; thats where Im going.” Now, I can really say that I feel comfortable in the dorm because there are so many friendly people around to talk with. Finally, I LOVE HAVING Fridays of
10、f; I would not be able to deal with five days of classes in a row. How did I do it in high school? I love sleeping in on Fridays. I guess Im sort of a party animal, but it seems like I go out every Thursday night. It also seems like I dont get home until early the next day1 My head hits the pillow a
11、nd I dont move until Friday afternoon.1. new and different2. on his own3. a bit confused4. talk with5. sleep inTask 2: Key to Learning EnglishI think one of the most important keys to learning English id to establish a regular study program, like planning a few minutes every morning around breakfast
12、 time. This idea may sound a little too simple to ts 16, he had signed his professional contract with a Brazilian club. He played very well, gaining a goal almost in each game. He was still only 17 when he went to seek his fortune in the European Leagues. At a Dutch club, Ronaldo got 30 goals on 33
13、matches. Back home, he was a member of the Brazilian team that won the World Cup in the U.S .In 1994.Although he did not get to play a single minute in that tournament, he was soon being described as the new Pele. He moved to Bracelona in 1996, and the next summer became a member of Inter Milan. He
14、quickly became the hottest property in football, winning the FIFA World Player of the Year Award in 31996 and 1997. As he took the award in 1999 for the third time, there was no doubt that his name would live on in history. He played his earlModel 3 Go straight ahead tillNow Your TurnNew student: Ex
15、cuse me. I wonder if you could tell me how to get to the school stadium.John: Just go straight ahead till you reach the riverside, then turn right and walk until you see the students cafeteria. Turn left, and walk about five minutes. Youll see Hudson Hall, a dorm building. The school stadium is on t
16、he opposite side.New student: Thank you very much.John: Youre welcome.V. Lets TalkJim: Hey Jack, hurry up! The games going to start any minute mow. What are you doinganyway?Jack: Im just making some popcorn. Beer, popcorn, football! What more could you want on aSaturday afternoon?Jim: Yeah, I guess
17、this is the next best thing to getting actual tickets to the game. Im cool with just watching it here in the dorm. The TV will give us a better view.Jack: Its gonna be a good game. Im anxious to see some of the local players in action.Jim: Yeah, should be good but not for your team. I dont think the
18、y have a chance.Jack: Why not? Weve got some good players.Jim: Maybe, but the other team has some of the best players in Europe. David Beckham, Michael Owen. How can your guys compete with them?Jack: Of course theyre good, but our local team is also excellent!Jim: OK, if youre so confident, how abou
19、t a bet?Jack: All right. Loser pays for a dinner at Pizza Hut after the match.Jim: Fine. I could eat some pizza tonight. Mmm. I can taste it now.Jack: Dont forget to bring your wallet, Jim. Youre going to need it after you lose.Jim: Goal! Michael Owen. I think Im starting to get hungry for some pizz
20、a!Jack: I think our goalkeeper was distracted.Jim: Yeah, right! (sarcastically)JackA, Show your disappointment by promising not to watch the teams game later.My whole night id ruined. I dont want to watch their game any more.VI. Furthering Listening and SpeakingListening4Task 1: Sports in the U.S.Sp
21、orts are very important in the U.S. both for spectators and participants. Many people have jobs where they sit for most of the day, so when they have free time, they like to take part in more physical activities. Both team sports and individual activities are popular. Youth sports are played either
22、in local clubs or for teams representing schools. Most major league sports recruit their players from college or high school teams. Specter sports are also a major part of American culture. Many Americans watch sports weekly, if not daily. Thousands of people attend professional and college sporting
23、 events to cheer on their local teams. Millions more choose to watch on TV and root from their own living rooms. On TV, American football, baseball and basketball are the most popular sports. Soccer has a long way to go before it is on the same level with the “big three”. Although there is some over
24、lapping, football is played in the fall, basketball UNIT3II. Listening SkillsUe created has kept us close. Every week I get a message on my answering machine from one of them, or a letter in the mail with the latest news or vacation photos. I often get e-mail with a joke for the day, or words of com
25、fort about some problems in my life. My friends have shown up for surprise birthday parties, and one of them even traveled two hours from the other end of town just to watch my first English speech contest. Our friendship has carried me through a lot of difficult experiences, and has enriched the go
26、od ones. It is the kind of friendship that outlasts disagreements, changes, and separation.1.C 2.A 3.D 4.B 5.BTask 2: Problem of Meeting PeopleAs a foreign student, I have a number of problems, both academically and socially. The biggest one is meeting people. I feel confident about my ability to co
27、pe with problems from my studies, but Im not comfortable making friends with other students, especially local ones. Perhaps Im worrying unnecessarily, but I find it difficult to talk to them and to make friends. The primary reasons is the language barrier. My English is quite standard and forma, and
28、 although that helps me with my academic work, I have trouble understanding other students when they are just talking. It seems to me that in order to meet with other students I really need informal, colloquial English. Besides, theres the cultural gap. Thats why its so difficult for overseas studen
29、ts and native English speaking students to really get to know each other. I really want to overcome this difficulty. I guess the best way to begin is to start talking about course work that we share; and then I could suggest going for a cup of tea or coffee. Over coffee we could get to know each oth
30、er. Another way would be to join a club, like a tennis club or a photo club, because that immediately gives you something in common with other people there. It gives you a starting point to build on.1. He has both academic and social problems.2. He fells confident about his ability to cope with his
31、studies.3. The language barrier is the main reason why he finds it hard to make friends with local 5students.4. It is difficult for overseas students and native English speaking students to really get to know each other because there is the cultural gap.Te best way for the overseas students to actua
32、lly overcome the difficulty of making friends Jack: Well, Im not so sure how that would work. You know, taking help from us, her best friends, is one thing, but getting the whole school involved may not be a good idea.Jane: Yeah. Youre right. Well think of something else. In the meantime lets go ahe
33、ad with what weve planned. (Looking at her watch) Oh! Its five to two. I have a class. I gotta run. Lets meet tonight. Bye!Jack: Bye!JACK ABEG Jane CDFFor ReferenceAA, break the bed news about Mary to B.Its terrible! I heard that Marys father died of cancer.B, say what you feel about the news.Oh, my
34、. I am so sorry to hear that. What terrible news!A, tell your worry about Marys life and study.Her father is a real breadwinner of the family. Mary will have to quit school.B, suggest doing something to help Mary out.Well, thats too bad. What shall we do then as her good friends?A, give your suggest
35、ion.Is that possible that we raise money from among our fellow schoolmates to support her?B, show your agreement with A.Sounds OK. Lets give it a try.BA, tell B that John is going to be back to school.I heard that John is going to be back to school.B, say what you feel about the news.Oh, really? Hes
36、 been in hospital for such a long time.A, show your concern about Johns missed study.Well, he must be very worried about his study.B, suggest helping John with his schoolwork,Lets take turns to help him catch up on weekends. OK?A, show your agreement to Bs opinion.Good. I would also love to be helpf
37、ul.VI. Furthering Listening and SpeakingTask 1: Worry of a TeacherSusan Smith cared for her students very much, and they all liked her. She wanted them to learn 6and to be happy. She had a special relationship with one student, Doris. Doris had been to Susans house several times and had come to know
38、 her husband and children. Lately, Susan had been very worried about Doris because the students hometown had recently been hit by a strong earthquake. Susan observed that Doris had lost a lot of weight and often had dark circles under her eyes. She talked to Doris and was as helpful as she could be,
39、 but felt that Doris really should see a doctor. One day, Susan talked to Doris and suggested that she go to the health center to talk to one of the doctors. Doris face became very red. She said, “I dont need a doctor. How could you make a suggestion like that? I thought you were my friend!” Susan w
40、as very surprised by Doris reaction. She said, “Im sorry to have upset you. I just want to help.” After that conversation, Doris stopped talking to Susan. She also transferred out of her class.1. learn happy2. earthquake3. weigIf you feel like youre alone, and youve nowhere to turn,Ill be at your si
41、de.If lifes standing still and your souls confused,And you cannot find what road to choose.If you make mistakes,You cant let me down.I will still believe,I will turn aroundUNIT4II. Listening SkillsListening for Telephone Numbers1. W: Im wondering if the weather will be good for us to go cycling on S
42、aturday.M: Lets call the weather office. I know the phone number. Its 661-3047. If the weather is going to be bad, well have to wait for another week.Q: Whats the phone number for the weather office?The phone number for the weather office is 6613047.72. W: Im so sorry, but the general manager isnt b
43、ack yet. Can I take a message for him?M: Yes. Please ask him to call me 843-2057.Q: At what number will the general manager return the call?The general manager will return the call at 8432057.III. Listening InTask 1: Weather ForecastingWe all know that its not possible for man to control the weather
44、. But we can tell what important changes there will be in the weather in the short term. This is called weather forecasting. Many people rely on the weatherman to provide that information, but one method of weather forecasting is simply to use your eyes and brains. For example, if you see a rainbow
45、in rainy weather in the e that for beach volleyball.W: Oh, I forgot to tell you. Ive invited Class 2 and 3 as well. Well be able to have a volleyball match, one class against another; thatll be great fun.M: Did you check the weather? I hope its going to stay nice for the weekend; we cant have a picn
46、ic in the rain.W: No worries! I watched the weather forecast last night, and the weatherman said its going to be finemaybe a little cloudy, but DEFINITELY no rain!(next morning)M: Theres terrible weather! Its raining buckets!W: Theres no way we can go out in that. Those weatherman are uselessI hope
47、they had a picnic today too.M: I dont know whats happened to the weather these days. When I was little, we never had this much rain in the summer.W: I AGREE. And have you noticed that winter is warmer now as well? We always used to get snow in January. Now winter is more like spring!M: Youre telling
48、 me. I bet its all the pollution and the hole in the ozone layer thats changing the weather.W: Oh, global warming and all that. Also, around the world weather events such as storms and floods will become more frequent and intense. Clearly, global climate change is becoming a great threat to our envi
49、ronment. So we must take effective measures to produce fewer greenhouse gases that cause it.Global climate is causes by the greenhouse gases in the lower atmosphere. These gases are largely due to the burning up of gas, coal and oil, and the destruction of forests. Scientists estimate that, by 2100, the average surface temperature of the earth will rise by 1.5-3.5 and global average sea level will rise by 15-95 cm. All coastal cities will be at risk
