第1题
第2题
–Math is difficult for me. How I wish to improve it!
–Don’t lose your confidence. I believe you will _______ it if you keep trying.
A. take
B. work
C. pick
D. make
第3题
Passage Two
A.The difference between classical music and rock music.
B.Why classical music is popular with math students.
C.The effects of music on the results of math tests.
D.How to improve your reasoning ability.
第4题
听力原文: Do you have a tough math test coming up? Then listen to some classical piano music just before the test. You might end up with a higher score (30) . Researchers at a university in California conducted an experiment. They asked a group of college students to listen to some piano music by a famous 18 th century composer before taking a math test. They were surprised to find that the students' scores jumped 8 to 9 points. The music seems to excite nerve activities in the brain (31) ; similar to the activity that occurs when a person is figuring out a math problem. However, the scientists warn that before you get too excited about applying this method to your math test, you should remember that brain-exciting effects lust only 10 to 15 minutes (32) . Would rock music work as well as the piano music do? No, the scientists say. In fact, the less complex music might even interfere with the brains' reasoning ability.
(31)
A.How to improve your reasoning ability.
B.Why classical music is popular with math students.
C.The difference between classical music and rock music.
D.The effects of music on the results of math tests.
第5题
M: That'll be great, but the opera is in what? Italian, right? I think I have a better chance of understanding a math problem.
Q: What does the man imply?
(14)
A.He doesn't want to go to the opera tonight.
B.He has a chance to have a break from the math problem.
C.He wants to improve his math grade by watching operas.
D.He'll meet the woman when he has finished the math problem.
第6题
听力原文:W: Sit down please, Mr. Johnson.
M: Thank you.
W: I have read your application letter here. You seem to have done very well in school. Can you tell me something about your schoolwork?
M: As you can see, my strongest subjects were art subjects. My best subject was history, and my second best was geography. However, my favorite subject was math, and the results I got in the math paper were quite reasonable.
W: That' s true. Now, can you tell me why you think these subjects will help you in this job?
M: Well, I understand that you manufacture computers, prepare software, and advise customers how to use them. Is that right?
W: Yes.
M: And I've been told that working with computers needs a logical mind rather than great skills in mathematics. That' s especially true, I believe, when it comes to writing programs. So I think my results show that I have some ability in logic and in mathematics, as well.
W: So, you would like to write programs for computers, wouldn't you?
M: Yes. That's what interests me most about computers, writing programs. And I think the computer industry itself is still expanding enormously. I'm sure that career prospects in the industry would be very good.
W: I see. Well, thank you. I've enjoyed our talk. We'll be writing to you.
M: Thank you. Good-bye.
(23)
A.Talking with his teacher about his schoolwork.
B.Preparing software.
C.Talking to an interviewer.
D.Writing programs.
第7题
Ferrari driving instructor Annual salary:$120,000 per year
Yes,it's a niche,but that's why it pays so well and is so much fun.Anthony Lazzaro,a former NASCAR driver who stillraces professionally,earns $500 to $1,000 a day as a Ferrari instructor,he told WalletPop in an e-mail.Even at the low end,that adds up to S120,000 for 12 months of work.
The classes can cost $9,000 or so,and if you can't afford that and still want to see and hear what it's like to be in a Ferrariat 150 mph,a YouTube video gives an idea.The classes,whether through him or someone else,are not for the meek.
Astronaut Annual salary:$100,000 per year
What could be more fun than floating in space? According to NASA,salaries for civilian astronaut candidates are based onthe federal government's general schedule pay scale for grades GS-12 through GS-13.Each person's grade is determined byacademic achievements and experience.Currently,a GS-12 starts at $65,140 per year and a GS-13 can earn up to $100,701 peryear.Military astronauts remain in an active duty status for pay,benefits,leave,and other similar military matters.
Any adult who is in excellent physical condition and meets the basic qualifications can be selected to enter astronaut training.But for mission specialists and pilot astronauts,the minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree in engineering,science or math,followed by three years of related experience and preferably an advanced degree.Pilot astronauts must have atleast 1,000 hours of experience in jet aircraft,and they need better vision than mission specialists.
It's a tough field to get into.There are more than 4,000 applicants for about 20 openings every two years.But go ahead,fillout an application.
Winemaker Annual salary:$93,000 per year
You don't have to buy a vineyard to be a vintner or winemaker.Many wineries hire someone to run the winemakingbusiness and oversee production,the staff and the budget.
According to JobMonkey.com,the general requirements include a bachelor's degree in oenology (the study of making wine)or another related degree,at least five-year experience in winemaking,a strong knowledge of the pertinent grape varietals,andstrong technical winemaking skills.It may take a while to get such a fun job,but taking good wine home to taste after worksounds like a pretty nice job perk.
(1)Anthony Lazzaro earns $500 to $1,000 a day as a NASCAR driver.
A正确
B错误
(2)Ferrari driving classes that cost $9,000 or so are not for the meek.
A正确
B错误
(3)Any adult who is in excellent physical condition and meets the basic qualifications can be selected to enter astronaut training.
A正确
B错误
(4)For mission specialists and pilot astronauts,the minimum requirements include a master's degree inengineering,science or math.
A正确
B错误
(5)If you want to be a winemaker,you have to buy a vineyard.
A正确
B错误
第8题
听力原文:M: Amy, are you interested in joining us for the party this weekend?
W: I'd love to. (19)But I have tutoring then.
M: Tutoring? I can hardly imagine that you need a help with a class.
W: (19) I mean I'm tutoring someone else, I go downtown to tutor a few students at the high school.
M: I find that hard to believe. And what subject do you tutor, math or something else?
W: Right. You see, the city is trying to raise the standards for its math classes. (20)The problem is, a lot of the kids are far behind when they get to junior high school.
M: Yeah, I have read such report in the newspaper. But does the time schedule conflict with your own classes?
W: (21)I only have three students for forty minutes each weekend, Most of the tutors there are students at the university, so our classes aren't over there. And we are volunteers, so the program doesn't cost a lot and the city education department likes us. M: Can you afford to take that much time away from your own studying?
W: Some weeks is kind of hard especially when the examination is approaching. But anyway I may as well get used to teaching easy materials to the students, so as to get the practical experience.
M: And it must be nice to help people.
W: Definitely, Forty minutes a week isn’t much time, (22)but all the three of my students have improved in the months we’ve worked together, It’s really inspiring.
(23)
A.She will take some lessons.
B.She will travel in the downtown.
C.She win attend the party.
D.She will do the teaching job.
第9题
W: Anything else?
M: Nope, that's all for now. Hey, honey, you know, they're organizing a company basketball team, and I'm thinking about joining. What do you think?
W: Humph.
M: "Humph". What do you mean "Humph."? I was the star player in high school.
W: Yeah, twenty-five years ago. Look, I just don't want you having a heart attack running up and down the court.
M: So, what are you suggesting? Should I just abandon the idea? I'm not that out of shape.
W: Well...you ought to at least have a physical training before you begin. I mean, it has been at least five years since you played at all.
M: Well, okay, but...
W: And you need to watch your diet and cut hack on the fatty foods, like ice cream. And you should try eating more fresh fruits and vegetables.
M: Yeah, you're probably right.
W: And you should take up a little weight training to strengthen your muscles or perhaps try cycling to build up your cardiovascular system. Oh, and you need to go to bed early instead of watching TV half the night.
M: Hey, you're starting to sound like my personal fitness instructor!
W: No, I just love you, and I want you to be around for a long, long time.
(20)
A.To play basketball with friends from work.
B.To try out for the company baseball team.
C.To get in shape and compete in a cycling race.
D.To join in a basketball club.
第10题
W: Anything else?
M: Nope,that's all for now. Hey,honey,you know,they're organizing a company basketball team,and I'm thinking about joining. What do you think?
W: Humph.
M: “Humph”. What do you mean by“Humph”?I was the star player in high school.
W: Yeah,twenty-five years ago. Look,I just don't want you to have a heart attack running up and down the court.
M: So,what are you suggesting?Should I just abandon the idea?I'm not that out of shape.
W: Well…you ought to at least have a physical examination before you begin. I mean,it has been at least five years since you played at all.
M: Well,okay,but…
W: And you need to watch your diet and cut back on the fatty foods,like ice cream. And you should try eating more fresh fruits and vegetables.
M: Yeah,you're probably right.
W: And you should take up a little weight training to strengthen your muscles or perhaps try cycling to build up your cardiovascular system. Oh,and you need to go to bed early instead of watching TV half the night.
M: Hey,you're starting to sound like my personal fitness instructor!
W: No,I just love you,and I want you to be around for a long,long time.
(23)
A.Play basketball with friends from work.
B.Try out for the company baseball team.
C.Get in shape and compete in a cycling race.
D.Join a basketball club.
第11题
Classes will increase in difficulty each week. The first week is for children up to six years old. The last week is for advanced swimmers who want to improve their race and endurance skills.
Students can sign up for as many classes as they like, but they must pass the skills level test. For example, students who sign up for Level 4 (Stroke Readiness) must show their certificate(证书) for completing Level 3 or must demonstrate the front crawl and backstroke. Children cannot sign up for a level they are not ready for. Children who have never attended Community Pool classes must show up April 29 or 30 for a swim skills evaluation(评估). Instructors will rate the students and assign them to a particular skill level.
Swim classes are fun for all. Children learn new skills and make new friends. Parents get to meet other parents in the community. Swimming, like bicycling, is a healthy and valuable skill that, once learned, is never forgotten.
“It's a joy to teach young children,” said Ginger, the lead instructor for swimming programs. “More than half of them are terrified when we put them into the water the first time. Two months later, they're begging their parents to go to the pool every day.”
29、How long will swim classes continue?()
A.The whole summer
B.The whole week
C.Ten hours
D.Fifteen hours
30、How many swim classes are being offered ?()
A.Six
B.Ten
C.Fifteen
D.Twenty
31、What do children have to do before signing up for a swim class?()
A.Take a level test
B.Take all level tests
C.Learn the free style. first
D.Choose a good instructor