听力原文：A: Mr. Smith, we are delighted to invite you to our program. I have some question

s for you. The first one is: what do you think the value of work is？

B:In my opinion, the value of the work is to make money to keep us alive, to pay for the things we need.

A: You mean job is a bread-winning process？

B:Well, I think it is the most important reason.

A:How about other aspects？

B: Well, I suppose people could get mental satisfaction from work. Besides, work brings social and personal esteem. Work is a way of life, an emotional involvement. I enjoy my profession, so I will devote myself to work. A: As for work, payment can not be forgotten. What do you think of the payment？

B: Yes, money is important in many people's eyes. Money is important, not just for what it will buy, but also as a badge for success.

A:I cannot agree with you more. Money and status are often inextricably linked.

B:Personally, I will choose what I like, even the salary is low. Otherwise I feel it is not worth doing.

A: In my mind, work efficiency is closely interlinked to interest.

B: I think so. Enjoying the time off work is also very important. I totally support such a sentence " All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. " I find working hard for a few hours gives me time to play hard, too. "

A: I see. You live a balanced life.

Questions:

14. What is the value of work for Mr. Smith？

15. According to the dialogue, which of the following is true for the woman？

16. What can be inferred from the dialogue？

(14)

A．Making contribution.

B．Gaining self-esteem.

C．Making a living.

D．Realizing ideal.