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.
听力原文:M: Jane, I'm having difficulty with all the theoretic stuff we are getting in our computer course.
W: Oh, that part I understand. What I can't figure out is how to make it work in our program.
Q: What is the woman's problem?
(11)
A. Her computer doesn't work well.
B. She isn't getting along with her staff.
C. She didn't register for a proper course.
D. She can't apply the theory to her program.
【C4】
A. initiated
B. commenced
C. originated
D. embarked
Why did Brendan Barber regard the extension of flexible working hours as good news?
A. It will minimize office space and save money for the firms.
B. It will solve the companies' problems during the recession.
C. It will make employees more efficient and benefit the firms.
D. It will make everyone feel more relaxed and comfortable.
听力原文:W: What keeps you so busy? You've been sitting there for hours. You've got to walk around. Let's take a coffee break.
M: Well, I wish I could, but I'm up to my neck in work. I've got to finish this report. Sarah needs it by noon.
Q: What is the man going to do?
(17)
A. He will take a coffee break.
B. He will keep on working.
C. He will go for a walk.
D. He will begin with the report.