What does the author say about the trade data of the past two years?
A. It indicates that economic activities in the U.S. have increased.
B. It reflects the fluctuations in the international market.
C. It shows that U.S. economy is slipping further into recession.
D. It signals decreasing domestic demand for goods and services.
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Who particularly benefit from the rising volume of trade?
A. People who have expertise in international trade.
B. Producers of agricultural goods and raw materials.
Consumers who favor imported goods and services.
D. Retailers dealing in foreign goods and services.
听力原文:M: Can we make you an offer? We would like to run the campaign for four extra weeks.
W: Well, can we summarize the problem from our point of view? First of all, the campaign was late. It missed two important trade fairs. The ads also did not appear into key magazines. As a result, the campaign failed. Do you accept that summary of what happened?
M: Well, the delay wasn't entirely our fault. You did in fact make late changes to the specifications of the advertisements.
W: Hmm, actually, you were late with the initial proposals, so you had very little time. And in fact, we only asked for small changes.
M: Well, whatever. Can we repeat our offer to run the campaign for four extra weeks?
W: That's not really the point. The campaign missed two key trade fairs. Because of this, we're asking you either to repeat the campaign next year for free, or we only pay 50% of the fee for this year.
M; Could we suggest a 20% reduction to the fee together with the four-week sustention to the campaign?
W: We are not happy. We lost business.
M: I think we both made mistakes. The responsibility is on both sides.
W: Ok, let's suggest a new solution. How about a 40% cut in fee, or a free repeat campaign?
M: Well, let's take a break. We're not getting very far. Perhaps we should think about this.
Questions 22 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
22. What do we learn about the man's company?
23. Why was the campaign delayed according to the man?
24. What did the woman propose as a solution to the problem?
25. What does the man suggest they do at the end of the conversation?
(25)
A. It publishes magazines.
B. It is engaged in product design.
C. It sponsors trade fairs.
D. It runs sales promotion campaigns.
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: I don't know what to do. I have to drive to Chicago next Friday for my cousin's wedding, but I've got a Psychology test to prepare for.
W: Why don't you record your notes so you can study on the way?
Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?
(12)
A. Listen to the recorded notes while driving.
B. Cancel the trip to prepare for the test.
C. Prepare for the test after the wedding.
D. Review his notes once he arrives in Chicago.
How can the university sector play a key role in the UK's economic growth?
A. By promoting technology transfer and graduate school education.
By establishing more regional technology transfer offices.
C. By increasing the efficiency of technology transfer agencies.
D. By asking the government to invest in technology transfer research.