A listening test is one of the most important parts of the English exam. Here is some advice for you.
Before you start to listen, you need to relax. Don’t be nervous. And try to read the questions. These questions usually help you understand the conversation or the passage easily.
Then listen to the first sentence carefully. It usually tells you the main idea of the passage. When you’re listening, try to do some thinking and take some notes(笔记),such as:
·What happened(发生)?
·When, where, and how?
·What was the result?
·What does the speaker want to tell us?
In this way, you may understand the passage better.
Please remember not to think about one or two words for a long time. When you hear some words you don’t know, don’t spend too much on them. Very often, you’ll find out what they mean later when you go on with the listening.
This passage mainly talks about_____.
A.advice on listening tests |
B.advice on speaking |
C.advice on reading |
D.advice on writing |
It’s better for you to keep ______ when you start to have a listening test.
A.excited | B.relaxed |
C.stressed out | D.worried |
Why should we listen to the first sentence carefully?
A.Because it usually tells us the answers to the questions. |
B.Because it usually tells us where to write the answers. |
C.Because it usually us the main idea of the passage. |
D.Because it usually tells us how much time left(剩余) for the listening test. |
When you’re listening, it’s important for you to _____.
A.remember every word |
B.take some notes |
C.understand all the words |
D.think about one or two words for a long time |
What can help us understand the passage better usually?
A. Questions B. The first sentence.
C. Notes. D. A, B, andC.
Cats are creatures of habit. They like to go to sleep about the same time every day and for a certain length of time. They seem to have a natural clock inside them that tells them when to sleep. Cats increase their regular sleep with occasional cat naps.(打盹). Some experts feel that humans can also get advantages from this habit. Cats nap help to build up energy in the body. They are also a good way to get rid of trouble! Since cats have the same moods as humans, some experts believe that people can improve their moods. People might become happier.
A number of famous people have copied cats by taking cat naps during the day. The naps would usually last from 15 to 30 minutes. Winston Churchill took cat naps. So did President Harry Truman, John F. Kennedy, and Lyndon B. Johnson. These famous men were known for their energy. They were also able to work long hours, often into the night. Napping was their secret. From the passage we know that cats_________________.
A.donothaveregularsleep |
B.haveoccasionalsleepaswellasnapseveryday |
C.takenapstoaddtotheirregularsleep |
D.takenapswhentheyarenothappy |
Napsusuallylast________.
A.threehours | B.lessthanhalfanhour |
C.forty-fiveminutes | D.fifty-fiveminutes |
which of the following is NOT true?
A.Cats have the same moods as people. |
B.Some famous people take cat naps. |
C.Some people have full energy after they take cat naps. |
D.People should take their naps secretly. |
How many famous men were known for their energy have been mentioned?
A.3 | B.4 | C.5 | D.6 |
Takingcatnaps________.
A.willmakeapersonlazyandtired |
B.isabadhabit |
C.willmakepeoplefeelbetter |
D.canhelppeopletobecomefamous |
Taking away a city's rubbish is a big job. Every day trucks come into a city to collect it. Most rubbish is made up of things we can't eat or use. If we kept these things we would soon have a mountain of rubbish.
In some cities the rubbish is collected and taken outside of city to a dump. Often the city dump is placed where the ground is low or there is a big hole. The kitchen rubbish is broken into small pieces and sent into the sewage system. The sewage system takes away the used water from toilets, bathtubs and other places.
To keep mice and flies away, some earth is used to cover the newly dumped rubbish. Later, grass may be planted on the rubbish-filled land. Finally, a house or a school may be built there, and then you'd never know that this had once been an old rubbish dump.
In other cities the rubbish is burnt in special places. The fire burns everything but the metal. Sometimes the metal can be used again in factories where things are made of metal. The food parts of rubbish are put in special piles where they slowly change into something called humus, which looks like black earth. It is rich with the kinds of things that feed plants and help them grow.You can most probably read the passage in_________.
A.a science book | B.a TV guide |
C.a history book | D.a telephone book |
The underlined word “sewage” in the passage means_________.
A.排污 | B.染色 | C.洗涤 | D.吸尘 |
The main idea of the passage is_________.
A.to let us know taking away rubbish is a big job |
B.to explain the need for rubbish collection |
C.to introduce different ways to treat rubbish |
D.to tell people to take useful things out of rubbish |
How should we take care of a used metal box according to the passage?
A.By burning it off. | B.By putting it in water. |
C.By throwing it away. | D.By reusing and recycling it. |
According to the passage, the food parts of rubbish can be used again_________.
A.to feed animals | B.to feed plants |
C.to build a house | D.to make machines |
Picture 1 is a(n) ________.
A.postcard | B.poster | C.invitation | D.menu |
You should reply to the Johnson family by ______.
A.writing an email | B.making a phone call |
C.visiting them in person | D.chatting online with them |
If you want to eat well, you can’t miss the ________.
A.Dance as a Job Lecture | B.Musical Theatre Classes |
C.Weight Training Classes | D.Sports Nutrition Classes |
How long will the camp last?
A.five days. | B.Ten days. | C.A week. | D.A month |
If you are a 15-year-old student, what time is for you?
A.4:00 pm on Nov 13. | B.4:30 pm on Nov 14. |
C.4:30 pm on Nov 18. | D.4:00 pm on Nov 19. |
The human brain weighs about 1.4 kilograms, but it can hold much more information than most computers. However, there is another difference between humans and computers. Computers don't forget information they are given, but humans often do. No one remembers everything, and luckily we don't usually have to. But everyone can improve their memory if they want to. Here are some suggestions.
◆Try to use new information immediately. For example, if you meet someone who says “Hi! I'm Carlos,” don't just say “Hello.” Repeat the person's name. Say“__________”.
◆Break a big number into smaller parts. For example, it's hard to memorize (记忆) 109244153. But if you break it into three parts--109/244/153—it becomes easier.
◆Write out what you need to remember over and over again. This will help you keep it in mind longer, especially for memorizing formulas (公式) or facts.
◆Always review information. If you bring what you've learned back to your mind, they become easier to remember. For example, before you go to sleep, it’s a good idea to review the new things you learned that day.
◆Discuss with a friend. It is always easier to remember things through discussions. You can have a discussion about what’s right and what's wrong, and it will lead to the right answer.
◆Never tell yourself that you have a bad memory. You can always do something to help improve your memory. And everyone's memory gets better if they use it often enough.
All of the suggestions are helpful. If you follow them, you are certain to improve your memory.Which should be put in the blank (空格) in Paragraph 2?
A.Hello, Carlos. | B.How do you do? |
C.Hello, I am Sophia. | D.Glad to meet you! |
How many suggestions are mentioned in the passage?
A.Three. | B.Four. | C.Five. | D.Six. |
What can help memorize a big number more easily according to the passage?
A.To store it in a computer. | B.To break it into stunner parts. |
C.To discuss it with a friend. | D.To review it before you sleep. |
What does the sentence “Never tell yourself that you have a bad memory” mean?
A.You should tell others about your bad memory. |
B.You should believe in other people all the time. |
C.You should ask others to improve their memory. |
D.You should be confident in your memory ability. |
Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A.Discussing with friends can help you remember things. |
B.Always reviewing information can help you fall asleep. |
C.Formulas and facts can help you learn about your brain. |
D.Human beings can improve their memory by computer. |
When I drove to work yesterday, I met a traffic jam. As I looked out of my window, a handsome young man was walking on the street. He was walking towards the bridge. There were some homeless men with their cups around there. The young man went to one of them. He brought out some money from his pocket, said a few words to him and put the money into his cup. He continued to walk and then saw another homeless man. He stopped for a minute, said a few words and then gave the man a candy.
And then he saw the next homeless man. He was shivering because of coldness. The young man now stopped for a second and gave his scarf to him. He then said goodbye to him with a big smile and went away in the snow. At that moment, I was in tears. I gave this young man my best wishes with love and blessings.How many homeless men did the young man help in this passage?
A.2. | B.3. | C.4. | D.5. |
The story probably happened in __________.
A.spring | B.summer | C.autumn | D.winter |
The man was shaking slightly because of __________.
A.hunger | B.coldness | C.illness | D.worries |
What did the young man give the homeless men?
A.Some money, his scarf and a candy. | B.His scarf, his coat and some money. |
C.A candy, his hat and his coat. | D.His coat, some money and a candy. |
The writer felt __________ after seeing the young man’s behavior.
A.sad | B.surprised | C.moved | D.interested |