大学英语四级听力专项(Model Test 9)[修订]

大学英语四级听力专项(Model Test 9)[修订] 2012年12月英语四级 听力 专项 Model Test 9 Listening Comprehension (35minutes) Section A Directions: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations. At the end of each conversation, one or more questions will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A)、B)、C)and D)、and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 2 with a single line through the center. 11. A) The physics class is very difficult. B) The physics class is not given this term. C) The physics class is easier than people think. D) The physics class should be cancelled if possible. 12. A)He was satisfied with his military service. B) He had been on the warship before. C) He had never been on a warship. D) He had been on the warship before. 13. A) Put ice on her foot.. B) See a doctor at once. C) Give her foot a good rest. D) Take the doctor’s advice. 14. A) They broke down and could go no further. B) They haven’t achieved much. C) They have produced a general agreement. D) They haven’t stared yet. 15. A) The woman is out of shape. B) The woman doesn’t need a new racket. C) The woman also needs new tennis shoes. D) The woman spent too much on her tennis shoes. 16. A) He could make an apology to Mary. B) He may talk to Mary directly. C) He should excuse Mary’s behavior. D) He shouldn’t always pull a long face. 17. A) She didn’t like the style. B) The coat didn’t fit her. C) She couldn’t afford it. D) The fabric felt uncomfortable. 18. A) She has been on the trip herself and enjoyed it. B) She wouldn’t consider going on the trip. C) She thinks the class is too advanced for the man. D) She thinks there’s a good reason to go on the trip. Question 19 to 21 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 19. A) He is late for classes too often. B) He has missed too many classes. C) He has failed in the exam again. D) He is a trouble-maker at school. 20. A) Students are going to take the final exam today. B) It’s the last day Steve can drop the class with a full refund. C) Students have to hand in their reports today. D) It’s the final day Steve can apply for a loan. 21. A) Drop the class. B) Make up the missed lessons. C) Stop taking part-time job. D) Transfer to another school. Question 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 22. A) The quality of goods and services has improved. B) Most people are reducing their consumption. C) Complaint channels are too limited. D) Many people don’t bother to complain. 23. A) Electrical appliances. B) Travel agencies. C) Photographic and sound equipment. D) Clothing. 24. A) They account for the largest proportion. B) 90 percent of them are reasonable. C) Most of them are for delayed air tickets. D) Few of them are for poor accommodation. 25. A) Two weeks. B) Less than two weeks. C) Two to three weeks. D) More than three weeks. Section B Directions: In this section you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A),B),C)and D).Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer sheet 2 with a single line through the center. Passage one. 26. A) It is an international organization. B) It only exists in poor countries. C) People always think highly of it. D) Anyone can join the group easily. 27. A) To try to stop the war in Italy. B) To help the wounded in the battle. C) To form an international treaty. D) To aid the injured in the earthquake. 28. A) Protecting the prisoners of war. B) Teaching first aid to the public. C) Raising money for public fund. D) Publicizing the idea of charity. Passage Two 29. 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. 30. A) Specialist speakers. B) Retired people. C) Employers. D) Senior citizens. 31. A) They can attend any courses for free. B) They arrange discussion groups for people. C) They learn how to communicate with others. D) They want to be carpenters or craftsmen. 32. A) It charges at a reduced rate. B) It is available every day. C) It is open to all people. D) It is provided only in the evening. Passage Three 33. A) They have to learn basics of English. B) They know clearly what they want to learn. C) It is good for them to learn general English skills. D) They want to have an up-to-date knowledge of English . 34. A) The knowledge of teachers. B) The behaviors of students. C) The principles of schools. D) The introduction of books. 35. A) English for doctors. B) English for lawyers. C) English for reporters. D) English for businessman. Section C Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefully for its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 36 to 43 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 44 to 46 you are required to fill in the missing information. For these blanks you can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written. Shyness is the cause of much unhappiness for a great many people. Shy people are anxious and self-conscious; concerned with their own appearance and actions. Worrisome thoughts are that is, they are (36) constantly (37) in their minds: what kind of (38) am I making? Do they like me? Do I sound stupid? Am I wearing unattractive clothes? It is (39) that such uncomfortable feelings must affect people unfavorably. A person’s self-concept is (40) in the way he or she behaves, and the way a person behaves affects other people’s (41) . In general, the way people think about themselves has a deep affect on all areas of their lives. Shy people, have low self-esteem, are likely to be passive and easily (42) by others. Shy people are very (43) to criticism. It makes them feel inferior. (44) . A shy person may respond to a praise with a statement like this one: “You’re just saying that to make me feel good. I know it’s not true.” Can shyness be completely eliminated, or at least reduced? Fortunately, people can overcome shyness with determination. Since shyness goes hand in hand with lack of self-esteem. (45) . For example, most people would like to be "A" students in every subject. (46) . People's expectations of themselves must be realistic.