I am looking forward （)to you on Friday.

听力原文：M: Are you looking forward to your job interview tomorrow?

W: I'm a bit nervous about it. When you interview people, what do you look for?

M: Well, a lot of people think it's about your qualifications and experience, but actually they aren't so important in the interview.

W: Really? Why not?

M: Well, your qualifications and experience have already been listed on your CV and in your cover letter. The interviewer might want to know how you think your previous experience relates to the job on offer, but…

W: I see. So what's the main purpose of the interview?

M: The interviewer wants to see what kind of person you are and decide whether you will fit in with the other employees. The interviewer wants to see if you have the right personality for the job.

W: You also have to give the right answers to their questions.

M: Usually, there are no "right" answers. Obviously, you don't want to say anything silly, but each question can be answered in different ways. The important thing is to be articulate.

W: Articulate?

M: Yes. Communication skills are valued by almost all employers nowadays. A person who can express themselves clearly and succinctly is considered a real asset.

W: Why's that? Surely communication skills can't outweigh qualifications and experience.

M: Good communication skills are vital because if there are breakdowns in communication, it would cost the company time and money. Communication skills might not outweigh qualifications and experience, but as I said before, the interviewer has already seen those on your CV.

W: So, you mean that your CV shows you have the qualifications and experience and gets you into the interview room. After that, other factors take over—particularly communication skills and your personality.

M: Right.

W: I was always told that the way you look is a key factor, too.

M: Well, of course you should always look smart, clean, and fairly formal. Whatever some people say, the way you look does create an impression on others.

W: I'll be sure to wear my best outfit then!

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A．Because he/she hasn't seen your CV.

B．Because he/she wants to make sure you are not lying on your CV.

C．Because he/she wants to know how it relates to the job you are applying for.

D．Because he/she wants to see if you are articulate.

听力原文：M: Are you looking forward to your job interview tomorrow?

W: I'm a bit nervous about it. When you interview people, what do you look for?

M: Well, a lot of people think it's about your qualifications and experience, but actually they aren't so important in the interview.

W: Really? Why not?

M: Well, your qualifications and experience have already been listed on your CV and in your cover letter. The interviewer might want to know how you think your previous experience relates to the job on offer, but...

W: I see. So what's the main purpose of the interview?

M: The interviewer wants to see what kind of person you are and decide whether you will fit in with the other employees. The interviewer wants to see if you have the right personality for the job.

W: You also have to give the right answers to their questions.

M: Usually, there are no 'right' answers. Obviously, you don't want to say anything silly, but each question can be answered in different ways. The important thing is to be articulate.

W: Articulate?

M: Yes. Communication skills are valued by almost all employers nowadays. A person who can express themselves clearly and succinctly is considered a real asset.

W: Why's that? Surely communication skills can't outweigh qualifications and experience.

M: Good communication skills are vital because if there are breakdowns in communication, it could cost the company time and money. Communication skills might not outweigh qualifications and experience, but as I said before, the interviewer has already seen those on your CV.

W: So, you mean that your CV shows you have the qualifications and experience and gets you into the interview room. After that, other factors take over-particularly communications kills and your personality.

M: Right.

W: I was always told that the way You look is a key factor, too.

M: Well, of course you should look smart, clean, and fairly formal. Whatever some people say, the way you look does create an impression on others.

W: I'll be sure to wear my best outfit then!

(23)

A．Because he/she hasn't seen your CV.

B．Because he/she wants to make sure you are not lying on your CV.

C．Because he/she wants to know how it relates to the job you are applying for.

D．Because he/she wants to sec if you are articulate.

听力原文：M: You must be looking forward to your trip hack to Colorado. It should be fun to hike up into those mountains again.

W: Well, there might not be time for that. The thing is I haven't met my sister and her kids for three years.

What does the woman imply?

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A．She is fond of hiking.

B．She is fond of mountains.

C．She traveled to Colorado before.

D．She will stay with her sister.

Girl: Hi Paul--looking forward to your holiday? Boy: Oh, yeah--it's going to be great. Though I'm a bit worried that I've packed the wrong clothes. I don't think the weather's going to be as good as I hoped. Girl: ______ Boy: That's right--my first flight.

A．Everything will be OK, isn't it?

B．You're flying on Saturday, aren't you?

C．It's far from here, as everybody knows.

D．That's a good idea, anyway.

听第9段材料，回答第15～17题。

Text 9

M: Are you looking forward to your trip to Canada, Susan?

W: I can't wait to see Canada, Jason, but I'm scared stiff of the journey. My husband insists on flying, but I want to sail. Planes make me nervous.

M: There's nothing to be frightened of. How many planes fly across the Atlantic every day?

W: I've no idea. Hundreds, I suppose.

M: And how often do you hear of a crash? Once or twice a year?

W: Yes, but aero-planes fly so high and fast that once is enough.

M: There are more road accidents per day than air deaths per year. Air transport is really safe compared with road transport.

W: I still prefer to go by sea. Ships may not travel fast but as least you can relax. I'd love a trip on a luxury liner like the Queen Elizabeth II.

M: It's fine if you're a good sailor, but have you ever traveled far in a rough sea?

W: No. I've only been in a boat once. I sailed down the River Thames on a sightseeing tour, but in any case I'd rather be sea-sick than dead.

What is the woman afraid of when she takes her trips?

A. Taking a voyage.

B. Taking a train.

C. Taking a flight.