2005年9月上海市英語中級口譯資格證書第一階段考試

SECTION 1: LISTENING TEST(45 minutes)

Part A: Spot Dictation

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear a passage and read the same passage with blanks in it. Fill in each of the blanks with the word or words you have heard on the tape. Write your answer in the corresponding space in your ANSWER BOOKLET. Remember you will hear the passage ONLY ONCE.

If you find you spend more than you make, there are only two things to d decrease your spending or _______________(1). It’s often easiest to decrease expenditures, because your expenses tend to be more _______________(2). There are as many ways to _______________(3) as there are people looking to save it. For example, you may pool your resources with friends, or _______________(4) only during sales, or even live more simply.

But _______________(5) that saving money should not necessarily be an end in itself. Don’t _______________(6) of ways to save a dime, and don’t get upset about situations where _______________(7) to spend money. The goal is to bring your budget into balance, not to become a tightwad who keeps _______________(8) of every penny and feels that spending money is a _______________(9). It is important to remember that budgets may be _______________(10) not only by decreasing expenditures, but also by increasing income. _______________(11) to increase income is to get a _______________(12) if you don’t already have one.

Many students work during college. Although working adds to the _______________(13) you will face, it does not mean that your grades will necessarily suffer.  In fact, many students who work _______________(14) than those who don’t work, because those with jobs need to be _______________(15).

Considering part-time work is often a better _______________(16) for dealing with budget shortfalls, than taking out a loan. Because student loans are _______________(17), it’s easy to use them as a crutch. Loans can be of help _______________(18) or if you couldn’t afford to attend a college without them. If you do _______________(19), remind yourself: one day soon you’ll have to _______________(20), with interest.

Part B: Listening Comprehension

1. Statements

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear several short statements. These statements will be spoken ONLY ONCE, and you will not find them written on the paper; so you must listen carefully. When you hear a statement, read the answer choices and decide which one is closest in meaning to the statement you have heard. Then write the letter of the answer you have chosen in the corresponding space in your ANSWER BOOKLET.

1.        (A) I know many business people at the Beachside Hotel.

(B) The Beachside is the only favorite hotel for many business people.

(C) Many business people like to hold conferences in the Beachside Hotel.

(D) Many business people provide the best conference facilities for the Beachside.

2.        (A) Only 25 to 30 college graduates will be short-listed for the interview.

(B) The applicants will be asked to do a qualification test.

(C) No one but 25 to 30-year-old college graduates can apply for the job.

(D) The department needs 25 to 30 college graduates to finish the evaluation.

3.        (A) Seldom are new scientific theories rejected quickly.

(B) New scientific theories are often slow to be accepted.

(C) Scientists rarely publish their theories immediately.

(D) Quick benefits are expected from this new scientific theory.

4.        (A) We are content with our cooperation.

(B) We plan to strengthen our cooperation.

(C) The project was not approved by the two sides.

(D) The project was not completed on time.

5.        (A) All the committee members except the chairman were against the proposal.

(B) Nobody wanted to put forward a proposal to open a second branch downtown.

(C) The chairman was the only one who was against the new proposal.

(D) After negotiations, the committee decided to open a new branch downtown.

6.        (A) We offer a five to ten percent discount unless you require immediate delivery.

(B) We promise to refund the money if we cannot send our products in time.

(C) If you order our products right now, we will give you certain commission in

   cash.

(D) Buying our products will save not only your money, but also your time.

7.        (A) It was predicted that I would be the Guest of Honour at the Show.

(B) I had to wait for 20 years before I was invited to the Show.

(C) I didn’t expect that I would be the Guest of Honour at the Show.

(D) I suspected that I would be given a leading role in the movie.

8.        (A) It wouldn't be wise to reopen the discussion on the project today.

(B) I think we should reconsider our investment in the project.

(C) Don't you think we could be wise by increasing our investment?

(D) Have you ever seen such a wonderful view of the woods?

9.        (A) We will beat our rival in the football league match on the playground.

(B) We will have to consult the experts to learn our rival’s financial position.

(C) Our special knowledge and diligence will make up for our lack of funds.

(D) Our staff members are more experienced and diligent in raising funds.

10.     (A) People using the Internet will soon be almost doubled.

(B) Population is exploding because of the Internet.

(C) Ten years ago, only rich people can afford to use the Internet.

(D) The Internet population will increase two-fold in ten years.

2. Talks and Conversations

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks and conversations. After each of these, you will hear a few questions. Listen carefully because you will hear the talk or conversation and questions ONLY ONCE. When you hear a question, read the four answer choices and choose the best answer to that question. Then write the letter of the answer you have chosen in the corresponding space in your ANSWER BOOKLET.

Questions 11--14

11.     (A) Make a phone call.     (B) Ask for her advice.

(C) Return some books.       (D) Borrow her notes. 

12.     (A) An essay on art.          (B) A book review.

(C) A survey on IT industry.   (D) A science project.

13.     (A) Lend him some books.    (B) Give him more advice.

(C) Return the books by Wednesday.

(D) Let him use her notes.

14.     (A) On Friday.             (B) The next day.

(C) In the evening.          (D) A few hours later.

      Questions 15--18

15.     (A) Real words spoken by new-borns.

(B) Talk used with children by immature people.

(C) Lucky names for animals such as cows and dogs.

(D) Childish talk used with young children.

16.     (A) It assists children to develop language skills more quickly.

(B) It earns more admiration from other parents.

(C) It makes children to become more obedient and humble.

(D) It helps children better understand and communicate with adults.

17.     (A) By speaking like a baby.

(B) By using real names.

(C) By being consistent.

(D) By talking in a patronizing way.

18.     (A) Because they are the source of admiration from their peers.

(B) Because they can prepare children for the complexity in later life.

(C) Because they cost the parents less than the desserts and toys.

(D) Because they can help the children become more consistent in future.

Questions 19--22

19.     (A) Restaurant owner and customer.      

(B) Teacher and student.

(C) Husband and wife.                

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