Part One: Listening ComprehensionThere are 3 sections in this part. In sections A and B you will hear everything ONCE ONLY. Listen carefully and then choose the correct answer for each question. Mark your choices on your ANSWER SHEET.Section A: Conversations （5%）Directions: In this section you will hear several conversations. Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow. Questions 1 to 3 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now listen to the conversation. 1. What did Steve originally plan to do? [A] To do some work around the house.[B] To stay at home. [C] To see a new film.[D] To do some study. 2. Maggie finally decided to go to see a film because ________. [A] the cinema was nearby[B] the weather wasn’t ideal for a walk [C] it would be easier to go to a cinema[D] Steve hadn’t seen the film yet 3. Where did they plan to meet? [A] Outside the Town Hall.[B] Near the bank. [C] In Steve’s place.[D] At the cinema.
Questions 4 to 6 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions. Now，listen to the conversation. 4. The following details are true about the new device EXCEPT ________. [A] it has color[B] it has a moving image [C] it costs less money[D] it is not on the market 5. Why didn’t Bill want one of them? [A] He wanted to buy one from Japan.[B] He wasn’t sure about its quality. [C] He thought it was for business use.[D] He thought it was expensive. 6. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about the woman? [A] She had never read the magazine herself. [B] She knew who usually read the magazine. [C] She was quite interested in the new device. [D] She agreed with Bill at the end of the conversation. Questions 7 to 10 are based on the following conversation. At the end of the conversation, you will be given 20 seconds to answer the questions. Now，listen to the conversation. 7. What was the main focus of the survey? [A] Leisure sporting activities.[B] Average age of athletes. [C] Durability of sporting equipment.[D] Types of sports. 8. Which sport was cited as the most popular? [A] Tennis.[B] Cycling.[C] Jogging.[D] Skiing. 9. What is NOT among Jane’s marketing strategies? [A] Targeting the 18 to 26 age group. [B] Selling tennis rackets. [C] Selling more athletic shoes. [D] Working out a more appealing slogan. 10. Why does Sam want to target the 46-55 age group? [A] They have more buying power.[B] They are very health-conscious. [C] They tend to enjoy sports more.[D] They have more time for sporting activities.
