《新策略大学英语听力教程》第一册文字材料.doc

《新策略大学英语听力教程》第一册文字材料 Unit 1 Life on Campus Part I In-class Listening I. Understanding Basic Skills Listening Task 1 Directions: In this section, you will hear one word read from each group. Listen carefully and choose the right words you hear. 1. book 2. loom 3. toast 4. raise 5. ship 6. pull 7. hair 8. cheer 9. shout 10. mice Listening Task 2 Directions: Listen to the sentences and circle the missing words. 1. American colleges and universities vary a great deal in size. 2. Some colleges have student bodies of just a few hundred. 3. At smaller schools, students generally get to know their classmates and professors better and are less likely to feel lonely and confused. 4. Larger schools offer a greater selection of courses and more activities to attend and participate in. 5. Although I like college, I can still get homesick. II. Understanding a Conversation Listening Task Directions: Listen to the conversation and choose the best answers to the following questions. (Two students are talking about living alone or living with roommates.) M: You know, whether living alone or living with roommates in university is often difficult for a student to decide. W: Well, I think you are right. M: The students who prefer living alone claim that it is easier to be disagreeable because of different habits. W: I see. There may be a lack of privacy if they live together. M: Of course, it may be. But I prefer living with roommates, because they make my life more rewarding. W: Oh? Why do you think so? M: I am a social person. I enjoy good conversations. I have much fascinating talking about a big variety of topics such as music, movies, sports, politics and even girlfriends. W: Well, I can understand. You benefit a lot from these exchanges. M: Of course, but I confess we are at odds now and then. As to me, it is not simply unpleasant matter. W: Why?international, internet, interpersonal M: Because it’s the best time for me to learn how to adjust the interpersonal relationshi