四级模拟听力1.doc

Listening Comprehension (1) Section A Directions: In this section, you will hear 8 short conversations and 2 long conversations; 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. Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the center. 11. A) His swimming skill is too poor to survive. B) His desired job doesn’t pay much. C) He didn’t get the job he counted on. D) He doesn’t have enough money now. 12. A) The woman feels more at ease with the computer. B) The woman deals with complicated things more easily. C) The man hasn’t realized the popularity of the computer. D) The man isn’t intelligent enough to be a computer major. 13. A) It’s too fast for him to follow. B) It’s somewhat beyond comprehension. C) It’s been quite enjoyable so far. D) It’s more appealing than expected. 14. A) Making phone calls to a friend. B) Camping in the countryside. C) Touring in a wonderful city. D) Discussing a weekend plan. 15. A) She questions the man’s purpose. B) She doesn’t like parties. C) She is fully engaged. D) She has an invitation already. 16. A) He was held up by the traffic jam. B) His secretary forgot to remind him of it. C) He was a stranger to the place. D) He forgot where to keep their appointment. 17. A) The man wonders how critics will review the show. B) The man will help the woman sell her paintings. C) The woman is confident in the exhibit of her paintings. D) The woman dreams of becoming a critic someday. 18. A) Youngsters don’t really know what is fashion. B) People should care more about their appearance. C) Styles change more quickly than necessary nowadays. D) It’s not sensible to go after brand name clothing. Question 19 to 21 are based on the conversation yo