13.
W: We are delighted to have Dr. Smith, the distinguished expert in architecture, to give us a report on his latest book. Good morning, Dr. Smith.
M: I'd like to express my appreciation to the president for her introduction. It's my great honor to address in this symposium.
Q: What is the woman doing?
正确答案:A
解析:女士在一次研讨会上介绍一位著名的建筑学家,可见女士是以研讨会的主持人身份出现的。故答案为A。选项告诉我们,题目问的是某人正在进行的行为动作。本题解题的要领是抓住会议开头介绍的套话“be delighted to have...”和“appreciation for introduction”。还要留意本题考点落在女士而不是男士上,避免张冠李戴。
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W: Hey, look. I just met a guy who works for a computer company. He might be able to help out if you want to have an interview with the supervisor of the HR department.
M: Oh, so you do have some connections.
Q: What do we learn about the woman?
正确答案:C
解析:女士说自己遇见一个在电脑公司工作的人,那个人也许可以帮男士安排一次面试。故答案是C。预读选项,说明题目问的是女士的情况,对话内容可能与帮助男士面试有关。