2005年十月第二十一單元:中高級聽力測驗之簡短對話詳解
Short Talk I
All around the world, people are in love with the game of baseball. Not only is baseball popular in America, where it was first conceived, it has become the national pastime in countries such as Japan, Cuba, South Korea, and even Taiwan. For those in the know, baseball is more than just a game. Hall-of-Famer, Yogi Berra described it best when he said, “Baseball is 90% mental—the rest is physical.” Anyone who has witnessed a good baseball game can attest to the complexity, as well as the perfection, of this exciting sport. If you haven’t been to a baseball game yet, you had better get off the couch and head for the stadium!
(B) 1. According to Yogi Berra, how much of baseball is mental?
A. Seventy percent.
B. Nine tenths.
C. Nineteen percent.
D. Less than one ninth.
(D) 2. Which country is not mentioned as one that is in love with baseball?
A. Taiwan.
B. America.
C. Japan.
D. Canada.
Short Talk II
Man: Can you hear me? Hello, Grandma?
Woman: Yes, I’m here. Is that you, Billy? Wow! Your voice sounds so clear! It’s like you are right here next to me!
Man: I told you this new computer program was awesome. I’m glad you were finally able to download it and figure it out. Now we can avoid those outrageous phone bills.
Woman: That’s for sure. So, how much does this Spike cost anyway?
Man: Grandma! It’s called Skype. And it doesn’t cost a dime. Remember?
Woman: Oh…that’s right. You know how my memory is these days.
Man: It’s OK. I forget that you were around when the first telephones were invented. Ha-ha-ha.
Woman: Hey! I’m not that old. I wish you were here. I’d give you a good smack on the bottom!
Man: Ha-ha! Oh, Grandma. It’s so great to hear your voice.
(A) 3. How are the speakers able to communicate?
A. Using a computer program.
B. Using an e-mail server.
C. Using a long-distance telephone call.
D. Using something called Spike.
(C) 4. Which of the following is true?
A. The man is not accustomed to computers.
B. The man’s grandmother is over one hundred.
C. The speakers’ phone bills have been large.
D. The grandmother is a violent woman.
Short Talk III
Man: Hello, may I speak with Ms. Clark, please?
Woman: Speaking. What can I do for you?
Man: Ms. Clark, thisisPrincipal Skinner from GeorgeWashingtonHigh School. I'm calling about your son, Alex.
Woman: Uh-oh. What has he done this time? He isn’t skipping school again, is he?
Man: No, he's been attending classes, but there have been some complaints from his teachers that he's been using profanity excessively in class.
Woman: What kind of profanity? My son never speaks like that at home.
Man: Well, I don't care to repeat the words he used over the phone. Let's just say that the words were a little…umm ..crude. Perhaps you would like to come into my office to discuss the matter.
Woman: That sounds fine. I'll be there in an hour.
(C) 5. What is the purpose of this phone call?
A. To ask the woman to scold her son.
B. To ask the woman to stop swearing.
C. To notify the woman of a problem.
D. To teach the boy about profanity.
(B) 6. Why won’t the principal repeat the boy’s words over the phone?
A. They are not profane.
B. It would not be appropriate.
C. He did not hear them.
D. He is not being fair.
Short Talk IV
Welcome to Bugsy Brown’s House of Insects, where the only place you'll find cockroaches is on your plate! Come in and check out our menu where you'll find over a hundred delicious insect-based culinary delights. Start off with a bowl ofspicy grasshopper soup served with a side of bumblebee bread. Follow it up with an order of crunchy beetle crackers or a fresh butterfly Caesar salad. Choose from over 50 main courses, and wash it all down with a fresh pint of dragonfly juice. So go ahead—come on down and try something different for a change. Your first trip to Bugsy Brown’s will surely not be your last!
(A) 7. Who is this advertisement aimed at?
A. Those who have never been to the restaurant.
B. Vegetarians who want to try something new.
C. Insects who wish to eat something tasty.
D. Caesar salad lovers around the world.
(C) 8. How many different main courses are offered?
A. Hundreds.
B. Fifteen.
C. Over fifty.
D. Twenty.
Short Talk V
The New York Museum of Art and Culture is proud to present “Leonardo da Vinci—Scientist, Inventor, and Artist” during the first quarter of 2006. Don’t miss this chance to explore the works of one of Italy’s greatest thinkers. Several of da Vinci’s paintings will be on display, as well as a number of his famous scientific and anatomical sketches. This is the first time that such a vast number of the artist’s works has ever been on display. For admission and hours of operation, please call 1-763-2829.
(D) 9. For how long will this exhibit be shown?
A. Six months.
B. One week.
C. One year.
D. Three months.
(C) 10. What is special about this exhibit?
A. It will be in New York City.
B. Da Vinci will be present.
C. It is the largest of its kind.
D. Many people will sketch it.
Short Talk VI
Man: Hello, and welcome back to “Fashion and Fad”, where we explore the world of fashion in the past, present and future.
Woman: Today, we will be looking back at some of the fads of the 1980’s. First off, does anybody remember acid-washed jeans?
Man: Boy, do I ever. I even had an acid-washed jean jacket.
Woman: No way! I bet you were sporting a mullet as well!
Man:You mean long hair in the backand short hair in the front? But of course! I even wore sunglasses at night, if you can believe that!
Woman: I can believe it, although I can’t imagine how you were able to see anything. Let’s go live to Mike Saunders who’s at the 80s Revival Dance Club. Mike, anything interesting to report?...
(C) 11. What kind of program is being broadcast?
A. A show about hair.
B. A live dance show.
C. A fashion program.
D. A music video.
(B) 12. What was odd about the man’s hair when he was younger?
A. The fact that he had none.
B. The way it was cut.
C. The color it was dyed.
D. It was only a wig.
Short Talk VII
Doctor: So, I understand that you are considering undergoing a one- weekfast. Do I have that right?
Patient: That’s right. My diet and lifestyle have been really poor for almost my entire life, and I’ve heard that fasting can release a lot of old junk from our bodies.
Doctor: It’s true. Although it hasn’t been proven, many people report feeling much lighter physically, as well as clearer mentally,once the old residues have been released.
Patient: Is that so? My mind has been foggy lately, and my body has been kind of sluggish. What can I expect during those seven days?
Doctor: It’s different for everyone. Here, let’s take a look at this brochure, and I’ll go over some of the finer points with you…
(B) 13. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Running extremely quickly.
B. Abstaining from food.
C. Life in the fast lane.
D. Acquiring bodily toxins.
(A) 14. What does the patient say about her previous lifestyle choices?
A. They have been unhealthy.
B. They have been frowned upon.
C. They have lead her to good health.
D. They have been overlooked by doctors.
(D) 15. What does the doctor want to do next with the patient?
A. Point out some fine foods.
B. Talk to her about diet.
C. Give her a prescription.
D. Look at a fasting brochure.
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