新世纪大学英语视听说教程3(第三版)听力原文

Unit l, Lesson A

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Leticia: Hello?

Paula: Hi, Leticia. It's Paula.

Leticia: Hi, Paula. How are you? Have you finished packing yet?

Paula: Almost.

Leticia: You must be excited. When's your flight?

Paula: Tomorrow. At 9 a.m. Listen, Leticia, I need your help.

Leticia: OK. What's up?

Paula: Well, as you know, I'm going on vacation for two weeks. Do you think you could water my plants while I'm away?

Leticia: Sure. No problem.

Paula: Great. They need water twice a week. There's one plant in the bedroom and one in the kitchen.

Leticia: OK--say, how about your dog? Should I feed her, too?

Paula: No, that's OK. I’m putting her in a kennel.

Leticia: All right, then, I'll water your plants---and---oh, how about the mail?

Should I pick it up for you?

Paula: Actually, I've already asked the mailman to stop mail delivery. Thanks for asking, though.

Leticia: Well, have a great trip!

Paula: Thanks, Leticia. I really appreciate your help.

Leticia: My pleasure. Wait a second. I don t have any keys to your place. Paula: Oh, that's right. Will you be home around 8 tonight?

Leticia: Yeah, I think so.

Paula: OK, I’ll drop by—I’ll give you the keys then.

Leticia: OK! See you tonight. Bye!

Paula: Bye! Thanks again!

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J: I sure did actually. Actually I took a big trip.

W: Over the weekend? We only had three days off!

J: Yep! But I visited four countries in three days!

W: What?!

J: I love to fly! You might say I’m an airplane freak!

W: That’s interesting. Where did you go?

J: I visited Korea, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines.

W: Sounds like you were busy.

J: I was. I only had only four hours in so. So I have to finish my shopping very quickly. Sometimes I had to run between connecting flights.

W: Wait a minute. What about your baggage? Didn’t you have to wait for it?

J: No, I didn’t have much, only one carry-on bag, it just fits the overhead compartment.

W: So let me get this straight. You spent your weekend in an airplane flying around?

J: Basically yes. I fly standby.

W: Standby?

J: Yes, as a standby passenger. I don’t have a reservation. At the last minute, they let me know if there’s a seat available. They give me a boarding pass and I get on.

W: All these flying must be expensive.

J: Well, I’m an airline employee. I’m a sales representative for Twin Star Airlines. So I know most of the flight attendants and I can almost fly for free.

W: Lucky you!

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Matt: Have you done all the errands?

Tina: No, I haven’t finished them yet.

Matt: You don’t have to go to the post office, I’ve canceled the mail delivery. Tina: Well, I’ve picked up the plane tickets. But I haven’t taken the dog to the kennel. What about you? Have you washed the dishes?

Matt: No, I haven’t cleaned the kitchen. But I’ve already watered the plants, and I’ve given our keys to Mrs. Smith.

Tina: What about your suitcase? Have you packed it?

Matt: Not yet…But don’t worry: there’s still lots of time!

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S: Are you almost ready?

J: Yes, I think so. But we always forget so many things. Did you get the traveler’s checks at the bank yesterday?

S: Yes I did. And I paid the bills too.

J: Well, I changed our voice mail message and I confirmed all of our flights.

S: Great! Let’s remember to give the house keys to Mr. Jacobsen so he can come in and water our plants.

J: This afternoon I have to stop the mail delivery at the post office.

S: And could you please take the dog to kennel?

J: No, I hate that. He always looks so scared.

S: And this time let’s remember to empty the trash before we leave.

J: And we’ll give away all the fresh food. Last year there were black tomatoes and green meat in our refrigerator after our vacation.

S: I made a note to myself unplug the computer.

J: And I promised to turn off all the lights. The electric bill was terrible last time. S: Maybe we should write a list, they may be used again on our next vacation. Audio Track 3-1-8, Audio Track 3-1-9

Tips for better packing

Are you planning to travel for a weekend or several months around the country or overseas? Here are some tips to help you pack your bags.

1.Pre-trip planning. Make a packing list to help you remember everything.

Reveal it about a week before your trip. Plan a time to go shopping for things you need for your trip. Don’t pack the night before you travel. You’ll forget things when you’re in a hurry.

2.Tagging luggage. Before packing, put names tags on valuable items like

cameras and cellphones. Make sure that each piece of luggage, including carry-on has a luggage tag on it. If you know your hotel’s address and phone numbers, put it on your luggage tags.

3.Saving space. Pack small items: socks, belts and etc inside your shoes. It uses

the empty space and helps the shoes to hold their shape. Pack your clothes in plastic bags. If you’re traveling with a friend, plan your packing together, share your alarm clock, toothpaste or first aid kit.

4.Your carry-on bag. The most important items for your trip: passport, plane

tickets, traveler’s checks, credit cards keys and etc should go in your carry-on bag. Always keep them with you. Keep your carry-on bag small and light. Put those the heavy items in your checking luggage. Use soft bags such as backpacks or shoulder bags for carry-ons. They fit easily under the airplane seat or into the small overhead compartment.

5.Other ideas. Bring an empty bag for souvenirs from the trip. Remember to

pack a few rub of bans, safety pins and plastic bags, they can be very useful.

Bring some snacks such as nuts, cookies or dried fruit, you can eat them if you don’t have enough time for a meal. Sharing food is a good way to made other travelers.

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Going solo is the way to go!

How do you usually travel? Do you go with a close friend or a group of friends? Do you join a tour group? Do you travel with your family? Have you ever imagined "going solo"? In the mid 1990s, it was estimated that 9 million Americans were planning a summer vacation alone. Since then, the number of solo travelers has increased.

You may think that traveling alone would be scary or boring. Well, according to people who do it, that's not exactly true. Solo travelers often have positive experiences: they make new friends, get to know themselves better, and can make their own schedules.

There are many different things you can do on a vacation alone. Some solo travelers use the time to learn or practice a sport such as golf, mountain climbing,

or scuba diving. Others go and stay on a ranch and learn how to ride a horse. You can pretend to be a cowboy or a cowgirl for a day!

You may not believe this, but some travelers like to study on their vacation. They even go to "vacation college" at a university or join a research team as a volunteer worker. It's hard but satisfying work. You can "play scientist" for a week or two while you help someone with their project.

For solo travelers of different ages and genders, there are many travel options, There are tours for women only and for people over the age of 60. And, of course, there are trips for singles who are looking for romance. One company offers trips that focus on fine dining----there is time for sightseeing during the day and for sharing a delicious meal with new friends at night.

The next time you take a trip somewhere, why don't you consider going solo? Bon voyage!

Unit 2 Lesson A

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Carson and Jenna are looking for a vacation rental home. Listen. Circle the one they choose.

Jenna: OK, I think we have two choices. The first place is a little house. It's located in a fruit orchard.

Carson: Really?

Jenna: Yeah. And you can eat as much fruit as you want.. When it's in season, of course. Oh---but wait. It says there's no air conditioner.

Carson: That's OK. It's on the rainy side of the island. It's cooler there. We can use a fan.

Jenna: You're probably right-- Say. It looks pretty basic. No washing machine or dryer-- not even a TV!

Carson: Oh no! What are we going to do without a TV? That's terrible! Jenna: Very funny. I'm just letting you know about the place.

Carson: I know. What's our second choice?

Jenna: It's on the opposite side----the sunny side----of the island. Very fancy place with a big

swimming pool. It s only three blocks from the ocean.

Carson: Who needs a swimming pool? I mean, it's only three blocks. Jenna: I see your point. Well, the pool area also has barbecue grills, beautiful gardens'-

Carson: You like the second place better. I can tell.

.Jenna: Well, it does have everything. Washing machine, dryer, TV, VCR, frying pan'*'

Carson: All we need is a toothbrush and a swimsuit-- Let's go with the second choice.

Jenna: OK. I'II call them right now and reserve it. I can t wait to go! Audio Track 3-2-4, Audio Track 3-2-5

Ashley is asking Jose for help. Listen to the Conversation and complete each sentence.

Ashley: Excuse me, I ’m trying to get to the City Zoo.

Jose: Oh, let me think…ok, um, how are you getting there?

Ashley: I want to drive, if it’s convenient.

Jose: Well, the directions are easy. See that road over there?

Ashley: Yes.

Jose: That’s Second Avenue. Just go straight down Second and turn left at the traffic light..

Ashley: Ok.

Jose: You ‘re be Church Avenue and it goes straight to the zoo.

Ashley: Oh, so it ‘s not so far

Jose: No, but the traffic is usually heavy. And I don’t think the zoo has many parking spaces available for cars.

Ashley: Hmm..

Jose: Maybe you should take the subway.

Ashley: Where do I catch it?

Jose: There ‘s subway entrance right in front of the park. Take the red line three stops. Get off at the City Zoo stop. It’s pretty obvious.

Ashley: Thanks a lot.

Jose: No problem.

Ashley: Oh, wait. One more thing. How much does the subway cost?

Jose: Two dollars.

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A realtor is showing house to Mrs. Willis. Listen to the conversation and decide which picture matches the situation.

Realtor: Hello, Mrs.Willis, I think this house is perfect for you. I hope you like it.

Mrs. Willis: It is nice and roomy.

Realtor: Yes, there’s a lot of room. It’s a four bedroom house.

Mrs.Willis: Great. I need a room for my home office because I work at home a lot. And I need two rooms for my kids.

Realtor: And there’s also a big yard.

Mrs. Willis: Great! I‘d love to have a garden. My kids can play there.

Realtor: Shall we go outside and have a look?

Mrs. Willis: OK

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Listen to a talk about ways to improve life in the city. Then fill on the blanks with information you hear.

There are several ways to improve life in my city. Our biggest problem is transportation. We really need more ways to get around. I’d like to ride my

bicycle to work, but there is too much traffic on the streets. We need safer places for bicycling and walking. Another problem is the parks. We have some nice parks, but we don’t take good care of them and they are often dirty. We need cleaner parks, where children can play and adults can relax. One more problem is nightlife. There’s nothing to do in the evening. We should build a big theater for plays and concerts.

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Take back your street

Two neighbors meet on a city sidewalk. They talk about planting more flowers along their street, or asking the city council to add bike lanes to a busy road. In small but important ways these people are changing the face of their cities.

All around the world people are speaking up and working hard to make their cities safer and more pleasant pedestrians. Cities have painted cross walks on their streets, made their streets narrower put in traffic lights and speed bumps and made plans to help more kids walk all bike to school.

Many people have learnt from a man from Brisbane Austrian, named David Engwicht. His book reclaiming our cities and towns has a simple message. He says that in the past, streets belong to everybody. Kids played there, and neighbors stopped there to talk.

But now, streets are just for cars and trucks. People stay inside to get away from the noise and dangerous traffic, and we lose contact with our neighbors. Engwicht says that we should use streets for more than just transportation. People need to take back their streets.

Engwicht travels around the world, helping people think differently about pedestrians, streets and neighborhoods. Besides his books and articles, he gives many speeches. He has worked in neighborhoods from Honolulu to Scotland. While Engwicht was writing his book he learnt about how neighbors in the city Delft, in the Netherlands, stopped dangerous traffic on the street.

They put old couches, tables and planters in the streets. Cars could still pass, but they had to drive slowly. When the police arrived, the saw the value of these illegal actions to make the streets safer. Soon city officials started planning ways to make cars slow down, and “calm” the traffic. Engwicht says we’d think about streets as our “outdoor living room”. “Calming” the traffic is just the beginning. Streets will be safe places for children again, and our neighbors will become our friends.

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Creating spaces

Jin Hee Park is a student at Stanford University in California. She studies hard, "Of course, I came here for the academics,” she says. "But it doesn't hurt that the campus is so beautiful. I walk around sometimes just to relax." Alejandro Vega, a banker in New York City jogs almost every evening after work in Central Park. "I

never get bored. The park is so big. I can always find a different path with a new view."

Niagara falls was on Ross Howard's list of places to visit in upstate New York. "The footpaths allow

you to get a wonderful view. You can even feel the spray from the falls on your face."

What do these three places- Stanford University, Central Park, and Niagara Falls State Park- - --all have in common? They were all landscaped by Frederick Law Olmsted. Olmsted (1822-1903) has been called the "father of landscape architecture."

In the 1800s, more and more people were moving to the cities. Some community leaders became

worried about the quality of life. They began a beautification campaign.

In 1857, a design contest was held for a new park in New York City. Olmsted and his partner, Calvert

Vaux, won the contest. Central Park was the finished product---- the first landscaped public park in the

United States. Today, no trip to New York is complete without a visit to this beautiful park.

Later in his life, Olmsted designed landscapes for college campuses, including Stanford University. In the late 1860s, he joined the "Free Niagara" movement. Members of the movement wanted to preserve the beauty of Niagara falls. Despite opposition and pressures from business to industrialize the area. Olmsted and others resisted. Olmsted designed footpaths to give visitors better views of the falls. In all his work, Olmsted preferred to preserve the natural beauty of an area.

Today, there are pressures again to develop Niagara. On Goat Island, an island in Niagara Falls State

Park, there are now souvenir shops. There may be signs that say "No Littering," but there is still a lot of

trash on the island. Most of the animals have disappeared. What would Frederick Law Olmsted say to all this?

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Alejandro Vega, a banker in New York City jogs almost every evening after work in Central Park. "I never get bored. The park is so big. I can always find a different path with a new view."

Niagara falls was on Ross Howard's list of places to visit in upstate New York. "The footpaths allow you to get a wonderful view. You can even feel the spray

from the falls on your face."

What do these three places- Stanford University, Central Park, and Niagara Falls State Park- - --all have in common? They were all landscaped by Frederick Law Olmsted. Olmsted (1822-1903) has been called the "father of landscape architecture."

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In the 1800s, more and more people were moving to the cities. Some community leaders became

worried about the quality of life. They began a beautification campaign.

In 1857, a design contest was held for a new park in New York City. Olmsted and his partner, Calvert

Vaux, won the contest. Central Park was the finished product---- the first landscaped public park in the

United States. Today, no trip to New York is complete without a visit to this beautiful park.

Later in his life, Olmsted designed landscapes for college campuses, including Stanford University. In the late 1860s, he joined the "Free Niagara" movement. Members of the movement wanted to preserve the beauty of Niagara falls. Despite opposition and pressures from business to industrialize the area. Olmsted and others resisted. Olmsted designed footpaths to give visitors better views of the falls. In all his work, Olmsted preferred to preserve the natural beauty of an area.

Today, there are pressures again to develop Niagara. On Goat Island, an island in Niagara Falls State

Park, there are now souvenir shops. There may be signs that say "No Littering," but there is still a lot of

trash on the island. Most of the animals have disappeared. What would Frederick Law Olmsted say to all this?

Unit 3, Lesson A, 2 Listening,Activity1-5

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A. Listen to Ellie and Lee's conversation. Circle the correct answers

Lee: Hi, Ellie.

Ellie: Hi, Lee. How are you?

Lee: Good. Hey there. Brandon. He's so cute. And you're such a good mother. Ellie: Thanks. Everyone says. "It's not always easy with your first child." You know, I agree with them.

Lee: How old is he now?

Ellie: He just turned two a month ago.

Lee: Oh, no… The "terrible twos." Right?

Ellie: Yep. It s so exhausting… for both of us!

Lee: Does he throw things around? And cry a lot more?

Ellie: Yes, exactly. Sometimes he hits me. I don't know. He was so well-behaved before.

Lee: It happens to most babies. They turn two and their personality changes. Ellie: It sounds like you have some experience with "the terrible twos."

Lee: I certainly do. My children are five and eleven now. but I still remember when they were young.

Ellie: What can I do?

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B. Listen aga in. Cricle…

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A. Mandy is working…

Mandy: My homework assignment is too hard.

Mom: What is it?

Mandy: I’m doing an oral report on an accomplished woman. I chose Sadako Ogata. I have to present it to the class tomorrow.

Mom: Do you know the material?

Mandy: I think so.

Mom: OK, let’s practice. I’ll ask you some questions.

Mandy: OK.

Mom: All right then, just why is Sadako Ogata well known?

Mandy: She worked for the United Nations as the High Commissioner on Refugees. She worked in that job for ten years and supervised 2,200 people. Mom: Hmmm … What are refugees? I don’t know that word.

Mandy: Mom. Come on, you know the word!

Mom: Honey, we’re practicing, remember? You have to really know that material.

Mandy: All right. Refugees are people who leave their countries to escape war or other problems.

Mom: Is the refugee issue a big problem?

Mandy: Yes. Worldwide there are now about 17 million refugees.

Mom: Wow. Last question. Why did you choose Ms. Ogata for your report? Mandy: She’s an incredib le woman. She moved to the United States and received a PhD from UC Berkeley. She also got married and had two children. She’s really intelligent and I respect her.

Mom: I think you are going to do a great job tomorrow. Good luck!

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B. List en again. Check…

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Listen to Mike…

Next year, I’m going to study abroad. I want to study business economics. It will

help me in my career. When I’m 23, I may come home to look for a job. Most probably in a bank or an accounting firm. Working 4 to 5 years, I may have some savings for starting a family. At the age of 30, I’d like to be a father. If everything goes smoothly, I’ll retire at the age of 50 and travel worldwide. Audio Track 3-3-6

Listen to Kaithlyn’s…

Hi Jackie,

I’m so excited abo ut visiting you! Here are the details. My plane arrives on Friday at 2 p.m. When I get to the airport, I’ll take a taxi, so I’ll arrive at your house at about 3:00. That evening, Jeff and Carol are taking us out for dinner at a nice restaurant. I really wa nt to spend Saturday at the beach. I’m bringing my swimsuit and beach clothes. I looked at the weather forecast on the Internet. The weather is going to be sunny and beautiful. I’ll see you soon!

Kaitlyn

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Listen to a passage…

Celebrating life changes

In Mexico and some other Latin countries, girls mark their fifteenth birthday with a celebration called the Quinceanera. In the morning, the birthday girl goes to the church with her family and her best friends. She wears a beautiful (and sometimes very expensive) dress. Later in the day, there is a huge party, with a big cake that matches the girl’s dress, and a night filled with music and dancing. When older people in the United States retire, their friends and coworkers often give them a retirement party to celebrate this life change. On their last day of work, there is a big dinner, with entertainment afterward. People make speeches and tell jokes about the retiree. Guests like to give presents, such as an album of photos of the retiree’s coworkers, or a homemade video of the retiree’s friends. Becoming an adult is a very important life change, and Japan has a special holiday to celebrate this. The second Sunday in January is Coming-of-Age Day. On that day, everyone who had their twentieth birthday in the last year goes to their town’s City Hall for a special ceremony. Everyone dresses up, and many women wear beautiful kimonos. The mayor makes a speech and gives presents to all the new adults.

Some kids are afraid to start school, but six-year-olds in Germany can’t wait. For them, Schulanfang is a big holiday. To celebrate a child’s first day of school, parents or friends give the child a Zuckertuete, a big colorful cardboard cone filled with candy and little presents. People take pictures of kids holding their Zuckertuete, and there is a school party later for the parents, with cake and coffee.

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Now listen…

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B. Listen to the…

Coping with life’s stressors

by Dr. Judy Palmer

Let’s face it. Life is stressful. Stressful events in our lives are called “stressors”. Some of them are minor, such as uncomfortable air conditioning or a loudly ringing telephone. Others are more serious, such as the death of a spouse. That event tops the list as life’s most stressful event.

You might be surprised to learn about the top 20 life stressors. Getting a divorce, for example, is number 2 on the list. And not all stressors are unhappy events. Pregnancy is a happy time for most families. It may also cause stress. Pregnancy is right be low retirement on the list of life’s major stressors.

We can’t avoid stress, but we can do something about it. Listen to three people talking about their responses to stress in their lives.

Tina Vega, 16

Last year was horrible! My family moved to another town. I had to change schools and say good-bye to all my friends. It was really tough. I felt so lonely in my new school. But then one day I decided to enjoy my life: I smiled at everyone and I joined the soccer club at school. Now I have new friends. I like my new school.

Frederick Cho, 42

Life is unpredictable. Three weeks ago I lost my job. I was upset for the first week. I couldn’t do anything. Now I’m looking for a new job. It’s not good to sit around the house. I exercise every day and I’m healthier than I’ve been in years. Hazel Greene, 80

My husband and I got married in 1950. He died five years ago. For the first two years I was depressed. I missed him so much because we did everything together. But now I’m feeling better. I think it’s important to st ay active and positive. I read a lot and do volunteer work.

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Listen to the…

Let’s face it. Life is stressful. Stressful events in our lives are called “stressors”. Some of them are minor, such as uncomfortable air conditioning or a loudly ringing telephone. Others are more serious, such as the death of a spouse. That event tops the list as life’s most stressful event.

You might be surprised to learn about the top 20 life stressors. Getting a divorce, for example, is number 2 on the list.

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Listen to the…

Tina Vega, 16

Last year was horrible! My family moved to another town. I had to change

schools and say good-bye to all my friends. It was really tough. I felt so lonely in my new school. But then one day I decided to enjoy my life: I smiled at everyone and I joined the soccer club at school. Now I have new friends. I like my new school.

Frederick Cho, 42

Life is unpredictable. Three weeks ago I lost my job. I was upset for the first week. I couldn’t do anything. Now I’m looking for a new job. It’s not good to sit around the house. I exercise every day and I’m healthier than I’ve been in years. Hazel Greene, 80

My husband and I got married in 1950. He died five years ago. For the first two years I was depressed. I missed him so much because we did everything together. But now I’m feeling better. I think it’s important to stay active and positive. I read a lot and do volunteer work.

Unit 4 Lesson A, 2 Listening,Activity1-5

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A. Listen and circle the best headline for the news story you hear.

Female Newscaster(F): Well, Jim, our next story is a strange one, isn't it?

Male Newscaster (M): Yes, Irene, it sure is. It surprised everyone. Almost 200 people on a two-week holiday trip to Saint Martin became sick. They're calling it the "holiday cruise disease."

F：It sounds scary. What caused it?

M: The doctors aren't exactly sure, but they know it was something in the food the passengers ate.

F: OK, give us the details.

M: All right, here's the story: On Friday night, the ship departed around 10 p.m. with 300 passengers on board. By Sunday morning, some people reported feeling lightheaded. They stayed in bed. By that afternoon, more than half of the passengers had severe indigestion. Some of them got very sick. We spoke to one woman about her experience.

Woman: Everyone was complaining. My stomach hurt so much I couldn't eat anything. It was really terrible!

F: What's the situation now?

M: Well, the ship had to return home on Monday---- after only two and a half days at sea---- and most of the passengers went straight to the hospital then.

F: How are they doing now?

M: They're exhausted---- many haven't slept for 48 hours---- but they’re doing fine.

F: That's good news. It's too bad they couldn't enjoy their vacation.

M: Yes, it is. And that’s the next problem. The passengers are asking for their money back, but the company doesn't want to refund the full amount.

F: What's going to happen then?

M: Nobody knows. I'll keep following the story, though, and I'll have more

details for you tomorrow.

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B. Listen again. Put the events in the order that they happened. Audio Track 3-4-4

C. Listen again and complete the summary with information you hear.

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A. Listen. What is Bill…

M: Are you finished packing?

B: Almost. I just have to chec k my tent one last time, I don’t want to forget any of the pieces.

M: Is that your first aid kit?

B: Yep.

M: Well, I see bandages and some aspirin, where’s everything else?

B: Like what?

M: Well, your toothbrush and toothpaste for example.

B: Huh… I’ll put it in, don’t worry.

M: And where is your allergy medicine? You’ll need your nasal spray and some lozenges, just in case.

B: OK

M: Are you going to pack any lotion? You know, you might touch some poison or something…

B: Mom! It’s only an overnight camping trip.

M: OK. All right then. Oh, what about mouthwash? After you brush you teeth, you’re going to want to…

B: Mom! I’m not preparing for a date! I’m going on a camping trip, an overnight camping trip! I think I can live without mouthwash for 24 hours!

M: A ll right then. I was just trying to be helpful. I’m sure you’ll have a great time.

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B. Listen again. Check…

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C. Listen again and answer the questions.

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A. Listen to the conversation and choose the picture…

A: What’s wrong?

B: I feel exhausted. I didn’t sleep well last night.

A: Do you have a cold?

B: No, I’m fine. It’s Fred, he has the flu.

A: I’m sorry to hear that.

B: Yeah, it’s pretty bad. He can’t stop coughing. It keeps me awake at night. Audio Track 3-4-9

B. Listen to another person giving…

I stopped drinking coffee because I couldn’t sleep at night. It was had to break that habit, but now I sleep very well, and I don’t wake up in the middle of the night. If you want to stop drinking coffee, here’s some advice for you. Don’t stop drinking coffee suddenly. You might get a headache. Reduce the amount of coffee slowly. Drink juice or herbal tea instead. If you usually have coffee in the morning, go for a walk or do exercises instead. That will wake you up. And go to bed early! A lot of people drink coffee just because the feel tired..

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A. Listen to the health talk…

Get in the habit

We all know that good habits bring in good health. But we don’t realize how much difference they can make. In the 1970s, scientists at the University of California, LA interviews seven thousand people about their health habits. Then they follow these people to see how long they lived. The scientist discovered that seven habits were closely linked with a longer life. These habits are：1. Eating breakfast everyday. 2. Avoiding snacks between meals.3. Keeping an ideal weight, not too heavy or too thin.4. Exercising regularly. 5. Sleeping 7 to 8 hours per night, not more or less.6. Not smoking.7. Drink two or fewer alcoholic drinks per day. The researchers found that these habits had a powerful effect on health. People in the study who had three or fewer of these habits lived another 21.6 years. People who had six or seven could expect to live another 33 years. People age 55 to 64 with all seven good habits were as healthy as younger people age 25 to 34 who practiced only one or two of the habits. But how do you change your habits? A slow approach is the best way. Make one small change every week and be patient, it takes about 21 days to form a new habit.

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Listen to the passage about…

Surprising syndromes of modem life

Margaret's friend is taking a new job in a faraway city. She wants to hold a farewell dinner party at her home. But she can't. Margaret suffers from CHAOS (Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome). Her apartment is messy and she's embarrassed by it. "I've never been a tidy person," she says. "My best friend gave me some good advice. He told me to get a maid." Today it's so easy to get

information--and lots of it. We receive telephone calls all day long. People expect a quick response to their faxes, text messages, and e-mail messages. For some people, it's too much. They have information fatigue syndrome. There is so much information, they become paralyzed and can't think clearly "I can't sleep at night because I worry," says Bahman, a college senior. "It's terrible." Hurry sickness is a straightforward name for another syndrome of modern life. "I'm always rushing. Get headaches a lot. Taking aspirin seems to help," says Mari, a mother of two and a part-time company employee. Do you engage in "deskfast" (eating breakfast at your desk at work) more than once a week? Then you, too, may suffer from hurry sickness! We've all complained about having too much work to do. Well, now about not having enough work?

Underload syndrome is caused by having little or nothing to do at the office. You have to pretend that you're working. Steven works as a project manager. "I can finish my work in about four hours, but I'm afraid to say anything about it. I don't want to be assigned too much work!" In severe cases, people with this syndrome can get very bored and even became depressed. Chances are you're experienced phone neck before. Another name for it would be "pain in the neck," because that's what people with this condition experience. Holding the phone between your neck and your ear for a long time causes phone neck. A good long message is the suggested treatment for this syndrome.

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Unit 5, Lesson A, 2 Listening,Activity1-5

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Listen to the conversation…

C: Hello Kai, have a seat.

K: Hi, Ms. Danielson.

C: How's it going? Are you excited about graduating?

K: I guess so. But there's so much to do between now and then.

C: Well, let s talk about that--let me check your file here. So, what's new? Have you researched any colleges or universities?

K: Well, I researched three--like you told me to.

C: Good, good. Which ones?

K: Let's see ... California State University, Harvard University, and City College. C: And?

K: Well, I applied to two: Harvard and City College. Cal State is just too far away.

C: Sounds like you've been thinking about this seriously. That's good.

K: Yep.

C: Any news yet?

K: Well, I got accepted to City College. I haven’t heard anything from Harvard.

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