THORPEDO!Ian Thorpe was born in Paddington, Australia on 13th October 1982. His father, Ken, always wanted him to be a cricketer. But when Ian overcame a childhood allergy to chlorine, his only dream was to join his sister Christine in the pool.It’s easy to see why. His 1.95 metres, 96 kilos and size 54 feet give him an awesome presence in the water. It was his feet which brought him his first nickname, “Flipper”. He swims so fast that he seems to fly through the water. So how did it all start?Thorpe made his first appearance in international competition at the age of 14. His greatest feat came only three years later when he won three gold medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. His success and popularity have done much to raise the profile of the sport.Australia is a nation of water babies. 85% of its population live within 30 miles of the beach and its swimmers enjoy a pin-up status similar to footballers like David Beckham in the UK. In fact, for a time, Thorpe was Australia’s number one national hero. There were special Australian stamps to celebrate his victories in the Olympics. Now, there is even a fragrance called “Ian Thorpe for Men” and a range of men’s underwear.But in spite of this superstar status, Ian has a friendly relationship with the media. He is happy to discuss his love of philosophy, grunge music, Japanese food, computer games and Armani clothes. However, not all media work is light-hearted. Since his retirement from professional swimming in 2006, he has founded his own charity called “Fountain for Youth”. This organisation fights to bring positive changes to children’s lives by improving health and education, especially for Aboriginal communities in Australia.1. What did Thorpe’s father want Ian to be? A A flipper.B A cricketer.C A swimmer.2. What is Thorpe’s first nickname?A Ian.B Fountain for Youth.C Flipper.3. What did Ian win at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games? A Three gold medals.B Three silver medals.C Three bronze medals.4. Which of the following is to celebrate Ian’s victories in the Olympic? A A fragrance called “Ian Thorpe for Men”.B Special Australian stamps.C A range of men’s underwear.5. When did Thorpe withdraw from professional swimming? A In 1982.B In 2000.C In 2006.

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听力原文：Man: I've been Chief Executive of the Thorpe Group for eight years now. I started

my career as a bank clerk but I later trained as an accountant. I suppose in one way or another, I've had a lot of experience of the financial side of business.

Nowadays it's my job to know what's happening in the market so every day at work I have financial reports to read. I only get the chance to look at other things - for example business magazines - when I travel abroad.

We invest customers' money in many areas of the market. Traditionally we've invested in property and in manufacturing. However, an industry that is doing very well at the moment is high-tech companies so we plan to increase investment in that area.

Some of our competitors concentrate on achieving a friendly service. This is important but I think that, on the whole, our customers prefer lower charges which is what we guarantee.

Although we encourage our staff to achieve a maximum return on investments, we have strict procedures to make sure that risks are avoided where possible. Some companies may put profits first but it's important that our customers see us as a safe investment.

Next month The Thorpe Group will merge with Chart well Associates which means our company will be relocating to new offices. Most things, however, won't change - for example we won't lose any staff and there are no plans to invest in different areas of the market.

We are a market leader because of our experienced staff. When we take on staff we look for people who will perform. well in a team. Since we train staff in many of the skills they need, a financial background is not essential.

？Look at the notes below.

？Some information is missing.

？You will hear Peter Dudley, Chief Executive of the Thorpe Group, giving a talk about his work to a group of business students.

？For each question 16-22, fill in the missing information in the numbered space using one or two words.

？After you have listened once, replay the recording.

Peter Dudley

Chief Executive of the Thorpe Group

Peter Dudley's first job: (16) ______

At the office Peter Dudley reads: (17) ______

The Thorpe Group will invest more in (18) ______ industry.

The Thorpe Group promise to customers: (19) ______

The Thorpe Group staff follow rules to reduce (20) ______ for its customers.

Result of merger: company will move to (21) ______

The Thorpe Group recruits staff who work well in (22) ______

(16)

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Ian Clark

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下列属于前鼻韵母的有（)

A.an

B.ian

C.uai

D.in

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INTERNET属于（)。

A.LAN

B.WAN

C.MAN

D.IAN

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ian、uan、ueng、iang各韵母中的韵头是（)，韵腹是（)，韵尾是（)。

ian、uan、ueng、iang各韵母中的韵头是()，韵腹是()，韵尾是()。

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What is Ian Duncan's attitude towards the Ethical Treatment of Animals now？A．PositiveB．Neg

What is Ian Duncan's attitude towards the Ethical Treatment of Animals now？

A．Positive

B．Negative

C．Indifferent

D．No specific idea

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an、ian、uan、üan这几个韵母的韵腹、韵尾相同，只是韵头不同或无韵头，则（)。A．它们相同部分的发

an、ian、uan、üan这几个韵母的韵腹、韵尾相同，只是韵头不同或无韵头，则()。

A．它们相同部分的发音是一样的

B．“ian、uan、üan”中的“a”发音跟“an”中的“a”发音不同

C．“ian”中的“a”跟“an、uan、üan”中的“a”发音不同

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Though Mr. Ian's condition looks very serious, I believe with careful nursing, he willA．pu

Though Mr. Ian's condition looks very serious, I believe with careful nursing, he will

A．pull back

B．pull up

C．pull through

D．pull off

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中响复韵母是（)。

A.iao、Iu、uan、un

B.iao、ia、uai、uei

C.iao、uei、ai、ao

D.iao、u、ian、uan

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Whenever possible, Ian ______ how well he speaks Japanese.[2003]A．shows upB．shows aroundC．

Whenever possible, Ian ______ how well he speaks Japanese.[2003]

A．shows up

B．shows around

C．shows off

D．shows out

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三合中响复韵母有（)。A．iao、iou、uai、ueiB．iou、uei、uen、uanC．iou、uei、uen、uei 46．an、ian、uan、ü

三合中响复韵母有()。

A．iao、iou、uai、uei

B．iou、uei、uen、uan

C．iou、uei、uen、uei 46．an、ian、uan、üan这几个韵母的韵腹、韵尾相同，只是韵头不同或无韵头，则()。

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