听力材料:
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W: I find Lucy often surfs the Internet these days. Is her chatting or watching movie?
M: No. She was fired last week. She is looking for a new job on the Internet.
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W: I’m good at physics. What about you, David?
M: I do well in maths. But no one is better than me in biology in my class.
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W: Listen! The wind is blowing hard and the rain is heavy.
M: Yes. But don’t worry. The weather report says it will be sunny tomorrow.
W: Really? We can have a picnic then.
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W: Excuse me. Can I change this dress, please? I bought it this morning. I got the wrong size. It is too small for my daughter. She is 1.3 metres tall.
M: Ok. We have larger sizes but not in red. What about this blue one?
W: Oh, she also likes this colour. This dress is the best choice for her birthday gift.
M: Wait a moment. I’m packing it.
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W: I’ve got a new job in Beijing!
M: Really? I lived in Beijing three years ago when I studied in college. However, I don’t like to live there. The air was not fresh and the rents were very high.
W: But I’m looking forward to going to Beijing as there are many job opportunities there.
M: Yes. You have lived in this small town since you were born. You should go there to open your eyes.
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W: Do you have lessons today?
M: Yes, I have one lesson about American history and the other is English Grammar. Both are in the morning.
W: I have a lesson about English history this afternoon. But I don’t feel well. Can you take over the class for me?
M: Ok. Which class should I go?
W: Teaching Building, Room No. 310.
M: Ok. It’s just next to the class I will go this morning. You should go to see a doctor. By the way, what’s the time by your watch?
W: It is five to seven.
M: I must be leaving or I will be late for class.
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M: It is a great art show, isn’t it ? By the way, I’m David.
W: Yes, it’s successful. The paintings are so beautiful. I’m Lucy. Nice to meet you.
M: Me too. Are you from England?
W: Actually , I was born in Paris, but I grow up in London. How about you?
M: Oh, I’m a local man in New York. I’m an art teacher in New York University. This art show is held by my students.
W: Really? I am a student majoring in piano performance in the same college. I will hold a piano party next Saturday night at the Silver Bar. Would you like to come?
M: I’d love to. Could I take my daughter with me? Besides painting, she is fond of piano as well.
W: Sure.
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W: You have reached the police and fire emergency. What is the problem?
M: Hurry! I need the fire department. My neighbour’s house is on fire. It’s No. 715 in Fillmore street.
W:Please keep calm, sir. Could I have your name and telephone number?
M: My name is Jack Thomas and the number is 9937787. No, I’m so nervous. My number is 9937778.
W: Are you calling from your house?
M: Yes, I live across the street at No. 705. But my clinic , No. 716, is next to that house and one patient is living there.
W: Do you know if anyone is in the burning house?
M: Yes. Only a man is still in. His wife is a teacher and has gone to work this afternoon. His two sons got out safely.
W: I see. A fire truck is on the way and it should be there in a few minutes.
M: Thanks, please be quick.
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W: Darling, I’m going to stop by Bergner’s first. It’s got some quality stuff. Who knows, some of their dresses might be on sale.
M: Bergner’s?
W: It’s a fairly well-known store like Penny’s. I need to get something for Lisa’s birthday. She’s into name brands. Any suggestions?
M: A Gucci handbag or Calvin Klein T-shirt might be nice. Oh, I have a 15% discount card for Penny’s. Let’s go ahead and use it. Here it is.
W: It’s wonderful. We can save some money for our home. Oh, no! I was supposed to give Helen a call an hour ago. It’s already a quarter to five. I left my phone with her. She must be still waiting for my call.
M: Use my phone, Darling.
W: Ok. Is my telephone number 61199621?
M: Oh, my god. You still don’t remember it. It’s 61299621. Only the last number is different from mine. Mine is 2.
W: Don’t blame me. I have changed it for only three days.
M: Ok. You should write it down on your notebook.
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German culture is well over 2,000 years old and has changed and developed as most cultures do over such a lengthy period of time. American culture is only about 237 years old. American culture is mainly a mixture of British, French, and Native American beliefs and customs.
German is the official language of the Republic of Germany. It is a member of the West Gemanic Languages and is spoken by roughly 120million people worldwide. German is used in all aspects of German society, from schools to government functions. English, as spoken in its American form, is recognized language of the United States, but not the official language. About 500 billion people speak English all over the world. English is also a member of the West Germanic languages although it was very heavily influenced by French after 1066.
German teenagers typically finish their high school education at the age of 16, when they decide whether to attend a university, or to enter the workforce. Drivers’ licenses cannot be applied for until the age of 18. Alcohol such as beer can be legally bought by teenagers from the age of 16. American teenagers finish their education at the end of the 12th grade, which is around the age of 17 or 18. At this point they decide whether to enter the workforce, continue their education, or join the army. A teenager can drive at the age of 18 but cannot buy alcohol until the age of 21.