Which of the following is NOT correct according to the conversation？A．The dancers are not

understand your troupe performs traditional music and dance from many different Native American cultures. Can you give us an idea of some of the dances you'll be doing in your performance tonight?

M: Certainly. We'll be doing won-ns-award dance. Originally it was a story telling device to recount battles. Another is the grass dance, performed by the plains Indians, where they actually flatten tall field grass to prepare it for a ceremony.

W: Since your dancers are from many different tribes, how can you be sure the dances are done correctly?

M: Everything we do has been approved by the elders of our tribes. That's partly because we do not necessarily know each other's style. or dances. But it's also because it's hard to get complete agreement even within the same tribe exactly how the dance should be done.

W: Anyone who attends one of your performances will notice that your company goes to a lot of trouble to provide detailed explanations of the origin of the dances, the music, the costumes and so forth. Could you explain to our listeners, why you do these?

M: Good questions. There are always concerns that traditional dances performed are nothing more than a spectacle. Our explanations show that in our cultures, dance is ritual rather than entertainment. We also want to make it clear to our audience that we are not performing any dances used for sacred ceremonies.

Why are the dances approved by the elders of the tribes?

A．All of the activities in the tribe are sponsored by the elders.

B．The elders must give approval to perform. sacred dances.

C．The elders make sure the dances are performed properly.

D．The elders are the most experienced ones.

The woman believes that Rice should be given more support because ______.

A．women have been in trouble for a long time

B．women are not so strong as men

C．she thinks Rice is qualified for the position

D．Rice will find herself in a difficult position once selected

What does the man think of Thatcher?

A．She was just lucky.

B．She was exceptional.

C．She was strong-minded.

D．She was a chauvinist.

SECTION A CONVERSATIONS

Directions: In this section you will hear several conversations. Listen to the conversations carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

听力原文：M: Lisa, do you think it's good that Miss Rice's been nominated to be chairman of the department?

W: Yes, I do. Rice is so well liked. She really gets along with people well. She really knows how to handle them.

M: That's true. And I do think it's nice that it's a woman that's been nominated. You know women have had trouble for such a long time. But in the long run I think it's important that a man is the head of the English department.

W: Why? And what's so special about a man?

M: Because men are stronger than women.

W: I don't think that has anything to do with it. I think we should look at it as to who is more qualified.

M: But I think men are basically, inherently stronger than women.

W: Don't be so chauvinistic, Garry. Look at Thatcher, for example. She is an exception to the rule.

M: I think that she's just lucky enough to beat the men at their own game.

W: Well, Garry. That's because women aren't so accepted, it may be putting Rice in a difficult situation if she is made department head. And that's why we have to support her, even bring up false arguments.

M: Well, I'm just wondering how her fellow male colleagues in the university are going to react to a woman as the department head.

W: That's a good point, and I think that since we all know she's qualified, so with our support she can do it.

M: OK, I will try.

Which of the following is NOT the reason that Lisa thinks Rice is qualified for the position?

A．She is well liked and has good qualifications.

B．She gets well along with other people.

C．She knows how to deal with and handle people.

D．Women are more likely to be accepted by others.

Which of the following night flowering plants is poisonous?

A．Evening Primrose.

B．Moonflowers.

C．Angel's Trumpet.

D．Nottingham Catchfly, Night-flowering Catchfly, and White Champion.

Night Flowering Plants

Evening Primrose

These soft-scented flowers have four satiny heart-shaped petals that come together forming 2 inch open cups with frilly long stamens. When they open in the evening, the blossoms are a soft clear white that gradually fades into pink.

Moonflowers

These 6 inch trumpet flowers unfurl in slow motion every night just at sunset. Pure white with faint green tracings, the blossoms are very fragrant all evening. By noon, the flowers dwindle and close and are barely seen in the dense foliage.

Angel's Trumpet

Datura meteloides has six-inch white trumpet flowers that open at night and remain open well into the following day. This flower is a favorite subject of Georgia O'Keefe. Warning: poisonous. Don't eat it to get a high.

Nottingham Catchfly, Night-flowering Catchfly, and White Champion These are all members of the genus Silence, which also has several day-blooming members. These plants have sticky stems, hence the name "catchfly".

Which of the following night flowering plants open slowly every night just at sunset?

A．Evening Primrose.

B．Moonflowers.

C．Angel's Trumpet.

D．Nottingham Catchfly, Night-flowering Catchfly, and White Champion.

According to the passage, what will result if you are too picky enough?

A．Your partner will never let you down.

B．Your perfect match will never cause you pain.

C．Your partner will be physically attracted to you.

D．You will be most unlikely to end up in marriage.

Are You Too Picky Enough?

When it comes to love, are you too picky... or not picky enough? If you have been in one or more long term relationships and are now single again, you may find yourself at one of these two extremes. However, by adjusting your expectations you may improve your chances of finding true love. Read on to see how you can adjust your pickiness level.

You're Too Picky If ...

1. You have no problem getting dates, but everyone you go out with turns you off in some way.

2. You have very specific ideas about who your partner needs to be when it comes to things like income level, profession, interests, etc.

3. You need a person to prove himself or herself to you many times before you even consider accepting him or her.

4. You expect that your partner will never let you down.

5. You will only date a particular "type" person or someone with a particular style.

If you identify more with the "too picky" list, it may be because you are trying to protect yourself from being hurt. You may seek perfection in others with the hope that a "perfect" partner would never cause you pain. Because of this, you tend to end up alone.

According to the passage, which of the following means that you are too picky?

A．You don't want much from a partner.

B．You date people to whom you are not physically attracted.

C．You have no problem getting dates, but everyone you go out with turns you off.

D．You are willing to date anyone fairly decent, whether or not a good match for you.

What should you do if you have got some polish on the skin around your fingernail?

A．Watch your brush.

B．Clean up as you go.

C．Apply in minimal sweeps.

D．Start with clean nails.

The Perfect Home Manicure

Home manicures can be great for self-pampering, but can become frustrating when the results are less-than-polished! The following tips will help you begin to perfect your manicures:

Tip 1: Start with clean nails. If yours carry traces of lotion or cuticle oil, the polish won't stick evenly and will chip more readily. Use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol or nail polish remover to clean the surface of your nails before you paint.

Tip 2: Begin with a base coat. A base coat smoothes out nails' ridges, allowing polish to go on more evenly. What's more, a base coat protects nails from staining when you wear dark polish colors.

Tip 3: Watch your brush. As you remove your brash from the bottle, carefully wipe one side along the bottle's neck. This removes excess, bubble-producing nail color.

Tip 4: Apply in minimal sweeps. The rule of thumb is to apply color from the cuticles to the tips in three swipes: one in the middle, and one on either side of the nail.

Tip 5: Clean up as you go. It's inevitable that you'll wind up with some polish on the skin around your nails. Use a wooden nail stick to quickly swipe away the excess as you go.

Tip 6: Finish it off with a top coat. A top coat seals the polish onto your nails and gives a high-shine finish that can also camouflage streaks or small bubbles.

According to the passage, what should you do when she begins to polish your fingernails?

A．Start with clean nails.

B．Begin with a base coat.

C．Clean up as you go.

D．Watch your brush.