《高级听说》练习题四
I．Vocabulary
Part A: Complete the text with the words in the box.
broke away buzzing demanded made their way slogans took part in
This weekend more than 120,000 people (1) _______took part in______ a demonstration against climate change, organized by environmental groups. Central Washington DC was (2) ________buzzing_____ with activity, as protestors marched to the Mall, carrying banners with (3) _______slogans______ criticizing the government. The demonstrators (4) ______ made their way_______ to the White Hou, where they (5) _____ demanded________ urgent action from the President. A small group of protestors (6) ______) broke away_______ and tried to get into the White Hou, but they were arrested by police.
Part B ：Match the beginnings (lpl是什么意思a–d) to the endings (1–4) to make ntences.
关于诚信的英语作文
a) I really believe 1 about climate change.
b) We feel strongly 2 people who don’t work.
c) I’m definitely in favour 3 in buying locally.
d) The government shouldn’t support 4 of driving less and walking more.
答案：a) 3
b) 1
c) 4
d) 2
II. Complete the text with the words in the box.
Part A: Complete the telephone conversation with the phras in the box.
Could I speak to Hold on a moment, plea I’m afraid Who’s speaking Would you like to leave a message
Receptionist: Good morning. Colman Media.
Bob: Oh, good morning. (1) ____Could I speak to_____ Stacey Hill, plea?
Receptionist: (2) ________ Who’s speaking_______ ?
Bob: It’s Bob Fowler.
Receptionist: (3) ___Hold on a moment, plea____ . I’ll try to put you through. … Hello? Mr Fowler?
Bob: Yes?
Receptionist: (4) ______I’m afraid_____ Ms Hill isn’t answering her phone.
Bob: That’s strange. We’re having a meeting at 10 o’clock.
Receptionist: (5) ____Would you like to leave a message?________ ?
Bob: Yes, could you tell her I’m going to be about half an hour late. The traffic is terrible this morning.
Part B: Complete the conversation with the phras in the box.
absolutely agree with that I don’t agree not so sure it depends
Vicky: I’ve just read an article in the paper about children. It says it’s best to have children when you’re older.
Oliver: Yes,cd rom是什么意思 (1) I __agree with that____ . I think that’s right.
Vicky: Really? (2) ____I don’t agree___ . I think it’s better to have children when you’re young. You have more energy.
Oliver: Hmm. I’m (3) ___ not so sure______ . My parents were a bit older when they had us, and they were fantastic. They had lots of time for us, and were very patient.
Oliver: Mmm. I suppo (4) ____ it depends____ . Everyone is different.
Vicky: Yes, (5) ___absolutely________ !
III. Grammar:
Part A: Write questions for the answers.
a) Q: What ___What does Jim support?___________?
A: Jim supports local shops and business.
b) Q: Who ___Who runs the environmental group?_________?
A: Lilian runs the environmental group.
higher erik gronwallc) Q: Where___Where are the protestors marching (to)?_________?
A: The protestors are marching to the White Hou.
d) Q: Who _______ Who spoke to the crowd?lor是什么意思________________?
A: The President spoke to the crowd.
e) Q: Who ___Who car did Andy borrow?_______________?
A: Andy borrowed my car.
Part B: Complete with could / couldn’t, have / had to or didn’t have to.
a) At school we didn’t have a uniform and we ____could____ wear whatever we liked.
b) I ___ had to_______ leave the lesson early yesterday. I went to the dentist.
c) I __have to___ work late again tonight.
d) They _couldn’t___ go on holiday becau their daughter was very ill.
e) Ben _ didn’t have to___ take his mother to the airport. She wanted to get the bus.
revolutionIV. Listening skills
Part A: Listen and underline the number of syllables in each word.
a) solution 3 / 4 / 5 syllables
b) demonstration 3 / 4 / 5 syllables
c) education 3 / 4 / 5 syllables
d) destruction 3 / 4 / 5 syllables
e) organisation 3 / 4 / 5 syllablessungold
答案：a) 3
b) 4
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c) 4
d) 3
e) 5
Part B: Listen to the interview with John Mullin and underline the correct information.
a) The conference is about world leaders / climate change.
b) The Prime Minister / John Mullin is flying to Japan tomorrow.
c) John Mullin thinks the government should spend more money on public transportallright / motorways.
d) A group of protesters is going to demonstrate in Tokyo / Downing Street.
