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听力原文:An elderly carpenter was ready to retire. He told his employer, a contractor, of

听力原文: An elderly carpenter was ready to retire. He told his employer, a contractor, of his plans to leave the house-building business and live a more leisurely life with his wife enjoying his extended family. He would miss the paycheck, but he needed to retire. They could get by. The contractor was sorry to see his good worker go and asked if he could build just one more house as a personal favor. The carpenter said yes, but in time it was easy to see that his heart was not in his work. He resorted to shoddy workmanship and used inferior materials. It was an unfortunate way to end his career. When the carpenter finished his work and the builder came to inspect the house, the contractor handed the front-door key to the carpenter. "This is your house," he said, "my gift to you." What a shock! What a shame! If he had only known he was building his own house, he would have done it all so differently. Now he had to live in the home he had built none too well. So it is with us. We build our lives in a distracted way, reacting rather than acting, willing to put up less than the best. At important points we do not give the job our best effort. Then with a shock we look at the situation we have created and find that we are now living in the house we have built. If we had realized that we would have done it differently. Think of yourself as the carpenter. Think about your house. Each day you hammer a nail, place a board, or erect a wall. Build wisely. It is the only life you will ever build. Even if you live it for only one more day, that day deserves to be lived graciously and with dignity. The plaque on the wall says, "Life is a do-it-yourself project." Your life tomorrow will be the result of your attitudes and the choices you make today.

Questions 32 to 35 are based on the passage you have just heard.

32. What did the carpenter plan to do?

33. How did the contractor plan to deal with the house he asked the carpenter to build?

34. What can we know about the last house the carpenter built?

35. What does the story intend to tell us?

(33)

A.Enjoy family happiness.

B.Switch to another field.

C.Start his own business.

D.Build a house of his own.

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第1题

听力原文:The elderly woman was planning to take the half-past-five coach. Unfortunately du
e to poor road conditions, which made safe driving impossible, it departed at a quarter past eight.

How long was the coach delayed?

A.Three hours and forty five minutes.

B.Five and a half hours.

C.Two hours and forty five minutes.

D.Eight hours and fifteen minutes.

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听力原文:I want to talk today about some studies. They seem to indicate that there is a st

听力原文: I want to talk today about some studies. They seem to indicate that there is a startling world-wide decline in the number of amphibians, such as frogs, toads and salamanders. There's little doubt that one reason why the number of amphibians is declining is their habitats have been destroyed when the developers fill in ponds and marshes to build houses. Amphibians can't just move somewhere. They need water to lay their eggs in. Another problem is the growing fish industry. Another range of popular pool fish such as carp have been introduced to many lakes and ponds all over the world. Raising and selling these fish can be profitable, but the fish eat the eggs and offspring of amphibians that were already living in the lakes and ponds. Other factors could be contributing to the decline include acid rain and the spread of pesticide residues. Many pesticides that farmers added to their crops are eventually washed away by the rain and end up in ponds and other bodies of water where amphibians live. Amphibians are especially vulnerable to pesticides dissolved in the water because of their moist skins. Water can pass through amphibians allowing toxins dissolved in the water to enter the amphibians' body.

What does the speaker mainly discuss?

A.The distribution of different species of amphibians.

B.Possible reasons for reduction in the number of amphibians.

C.The effects of environmental change on the fish industry.

D.Guidelines for the responsible use of pesticides.

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第3题

听力原文:When people care for an elderly relative, they often do not use available communi

听力原文: When people care for an elderly relative, they often do not use available community services such as adult daycare centers. If the caregivers are adult children, they are more likely to use such services, especially because they often have jobs and other responsibilities. In contrast, a spouse usually the wife, is much less likely to use support services or to put the dependent person in a nursing home. Social workers discover that the wife normally tries to take care of her husband herself for as long as she can in order not to use up their life savings. Researchers have found that caring for the elderly can be a very positive experience. The elderly appreciated the care and attention they received. They were affectionate and cooperative. However, even when care-giving is satisfying, it is hard work. Social workers and experts on aging offer caregivers and potential caregivers help when arranging for the care of an elderly relative. One consideration is to ask parents what they want before they become sick or dependent. Perhaps they prefer going into a nursing home and can select one in advance. On the other hand, they may want to live with their adult children. Caregivers must also learn to state their needs and opinions clearly and ask for help from others especially brothers and sisters. Brothers and sisters are often willing to help, but they may not know what to do.

Questions:

29. Why are adult children more likely to use community services to help care for elderly parents?

30. Why are most wives unwilling to put their dependent husbands into nursing homes?

31. According to the passage,what must caregivers learn to do?

(30)

A.They think they should follow the current trend.

B.Nursing homes are well-equipped and convenient.

C.Adult day-care centers are easily accessible.

D.They have jobs and other commitments.

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第4题

听力原文:M: I have an elderly mother and I'm worried about her going on a plane. Is there
any risk?

W: Not if her heart is all right. If she has a heart condition, I'd recommend against it.

Q: What does the man want to know about his mother?

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A.When she will return home.

B.Whether she can go by herself.

C.Whether she can travel by air.

D.When she will completely recover.

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第5题

听力原文:Learning the language of a country isn't enough. If you want to find out about th

听力原文: Learning the language of a country isn't enough. If you want to find out about the manners of your foreign friends, you will probably be surprised just how different they can be from your own.

A visitor to India must remember that it is not polite for people to use the left hand for passing food at table. The left hand is for washing yourself. Also in India, you might see a man obviously shaking his head at another to show that he is disagreeing. But in many parts of India a rotating movement of the head is to show agreement. In Bulgaria you shake your head to show "yes" and nod your head to show "no".

In Europe it is quite usual to cross your legs while sitting and talking to someone, even at an important meeting. But doing this will cause anger in Thailand. Also touching the head of an elderly person in Thailand is very impolite.

Knowing about manners is useful when you are traveling, but you also need to know the language used to express the manners.

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A.It is important to master a foreign language.

B.Crossing one's leg is impolite manner.

C.It is important to master the language of a country as well as the manners there.

D.Touching the head of an elderly person in Thailand is very polite.

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第6题

听力原文:W: I heard that your family arrived yesterday, didn't they?M: Yes, they did. W: T

听力原文:W: I heard that your family arrived yesterday, didn't they?

M: Yes, they did.

W: That's good! Dr. Morrison, your family is now in China with you. You won't miss them, then. To talk about the family, I want to ask you some questions about American families. Er. . . Do you most Americans live in "small families" or "big families"?

M: In the United States, most people normally choose to live in "small families", but we call them "nuclear families".

W: What is the average size of a nuclear family?

M: Well, it depends on the number of children, because the nuclear family consists of a husband, a wife and children. However, if there are no children, then the husband and wife are the nuclear family. Of course, there may be only one parent due to a death, separation or divorce. In this ease, the nuclear family is the single parent and children.

W: Are there any big families in the United States?

M: Oh, you mean the extended family. No, not many. Most Americans, both the elderly and the young couples prefer to live in their own homes.

W: Since most Americans live in nuclear families rather than in extended families, the majority of the elderly do not see their children and their relatives, do they?

M: Wall, people often make such assumptions, but that is not the case according to recent sociological research.

W: Oh, what's that?

M: The recent research shows that more elderly people in the United States live within ten minutes of their children by car than in Denmark, and over 78 percent of the elderly have seen their children within a week.

W: Now I've got a general idea about American family structure. Thank you.

M: You're welcome.

Most Americans prefer to live in

A.big families

B.small families

C.nuclear families

D.middle size families

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第7题

听力原文:An elderly woman yesterday made a legal claim (索赔) against a department store b

听力原文: An elderly woman yesterday made a legal claim (索赔) against a department store because it had wrongly accused her of stealing a Christmas card. Mrs. Doss White, 72 years old, is claiming $3000 damages from the store for wrongful arrest and false imprisonment. Mrs. White visited the store while doing Christmas shopping, but did not buy anything. She was followed through the town by a store manager. He had been told that a customer saw her take a card and put it in her shopping bag. He stopped her at a bookstore as she was reading a book. Mrs. White said, "This man, a total stranger, suddenly grasped my bag and asked if he could look in it." She was taken back to the store and shut in a small room in full view of shoppers for 20 minutes until the police arrived. At the police station she was body-searched and nothing was found. Her lawyer said that the department store sent an insincere apology and they insisted that she may have been stealing. The hearing continues today.

What does the story tell us about the old woman?

A.She was found stealing in a bookstore.

B.She caught someone in the act of stealing.

C.She admitted having stolen something.

D.She said she was wrongly accused of stealing.

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第8题

听力原文:An elderly woman yesterday made a legal claim against a department store because

听力原文: An elderly woman yesterday made a legal claim against a department store because it had wrongly accused her of stealing a Christmas card. Ms. Doss White, 72 years old, is claiming $ 3000 damages from the stare for wrongful arrest and false imprisonment. Ms. White visited the store while doing Christmas shopping, but did not buy anything. She was followed through the town by a store manager. He had been told that a customer saw her take a card and put it in her shopping bag. He stopped her at a bookstore as she was reading a book. Ms. White said,"This man, a total stranger, suddenly grasped my bag and asked if he could look in it. "She was taken back to the store and shut in a small room in full view of shoppers for 20 minutes until the police arrived. At the police station she was body - searched and nothing was found. Her lawyer said the department store sent an insincere apology and they insisted that she may have been stealing. The hearing continues today.

(33)

A.She was found stealing in a bookstore.

B.She caught someone in the act of stealing.

C.She admitted having stolen something.

D.She said she was wrongly accused of stealing.

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第9题

听力原文:Now about the news. An early morning fire damaged the historic Gallad House today

听力原文: Now about the news. An early morning fire damaged the historic Gallad House today. It destroyed the third floor of the building but fire fighters saved the first and second floors. There were only a few elderly people living in the building at the time and they were carried out to safety. The Galled House was built in 1718 and was used as a hotel for over 150 years. George Washington stayed here in 1782. The Galled family owned the building until the 1930s. Then they sold it to the Muss family. Five years ago it was made into a building for the elderly. Several fire departments were called to the scene. When we asked Fire Chief Andrew Bond how the fire started, he answered that it was most likely a burning cigarette caused it. Chief Bond promised to further examine into the cause.

Where did the fire probably start?

A.On the first floor.

B.On the second floor.

C.On the third floor.

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第10题

听力原文:The London Borough of Camden provides many services for elderly residents,among w

听力原文: The London Borough of Camden provides many services for elderly residents,among which are the preparation for retirement courses.These courses,lasting for ten afternoons,are run three times a year from September to June.They are basically designed for people due to retire within a few years and these students are normally released for half days by their employers,but those already in retirement are also welcome to join. The courses last about ten weeks and cost six pounds per person,normally paid by the employers,with a reduction for those already retired or receiving supplementary benefit.The courses include practical talks from specialist speakers on relevant subjects such as pensions and tax.A wide field of leisure activities is also covered and sufficient time is 1eft for questions and discussion.There is also a senior citizens'club held at the Merry Ward Center on weekday afternoons from one thirty to three thirty.The club arranges discussion groups and handicraft sessions including dress-making and carpentry.Membership is free and a member can attend any courses held there free of charge.Other services at the center include legal advice at reduced rates to those who otherwise could not afford it and free financial advice from the financial section on Monday and Wednesday between six and eight D.m.Any other personal problem can be discussed wim the counselor on Tuesday and Thursday aftemoons from three thirty to four.

What does the speaker say about the conrses?

A.They are offered for those with an interest in the courses.

B.Employers and employees in a company are both welcome.

C.People who will retire in a few years are the target students.

D.Students from a normal university can attend the courses.

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第11题

听力原文:Now, we are going to examine the weather forecast for the coming week. We expect

听力原文: Now, we are going to examine the weather forecast for the coming week. We expect a minor heat wave to sweep across the nation with temperatures hitting as high as 35 degrees Celsius in some parts of the country, especially in the Mid-west. Tomorrow, we should see temperatures rise sharply to 29 degrees Celsius and then steadily increase to peak on Thursday and Friday of 35 degrees Celsius. They will then taper off by the weekend to 30 degrees Celsius. Currently, we have slightly above normal temperatures for this time of year, coasting at around 25 degree Celsius. Therefore, remember to try and stay indoors if possible, especially if you have any children or elderly under your care. And don't forget to drink plenty of water. It's going to be a tough week ahead of us. Now, back to the news desk, and I'll see you again tomorrow.

What type of weather should the listeners expect?

A.Warm. .

B.Hot.

C.Rainy.

D.Foggy.

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