2015年12月5日雅思听力篇4填空题31～40答案

2015年12月5日雅思听力篇2配对型地图题11-15答案

uage Barrier". My guests today are Tony Wu, a Master's student from China, Susan Hall, International Student Liaison, and Wendy Clark, Head of the ESL Unit here at the university. Tony, you're starting your Master's degree in a few weeks, aren't you?

Tony Wu: Yes, I am. I'll be taking a Master's in Computing. Like many overseas students, I found the selection process tough. Making the transition from undergraduate studies to postgraduate research is hard enough for a native speaker, but my lack of fluency in English was a bigger hurdle. So, I decided to take a pre-Master's course.

Interviewer: Susan, are these courses popular?

Susan Hall: Not at the moment, but each year, over 100000 overseas students apply to study for a postgraduate degree in this country. Many of these students, like Tony, need to work on their English to get the maximum benefit from their time here. Paying full fees, these students represent a significant source of income for the universities. As a result, a growing number of universities and private colleges are offering foundation or pre-Master's courses. The pre-Master's courses are designed to bridge the gap between undergraduate studies and a postgraduate degree taught in English.

Tony Wu: That's right. I won my place on the Master's course after attending a nine-month pre-masters programme at the International Foundation College, a private language and study skills school approved by universities in this country.

Interviewer: Wendy, you're an ESL professional. How useful are these courses?

Wendy Clark: Very useful indeed. As Susan said, many students come here with some English, but not really enough to take full advantage of having an education in an English-speaking country. Pre-Master's courses bring language proficiency up to a more acceptable level. Students develop language skills through classroom interaction and by being part of the wider community, living among native English speakers.

Interviewer: Tony, how successful were the other students on your course?

Tony Wu: The IFC pre-Master's course started in January with 28 students, all from China. All but five gained places on university Master's courses. The IFC was very happy with the success rate.

Interviewer: Wendy, Tony didn't do his course here, but this university does have a pre-Master's course, doesn't it?

Wendy Clark: Yes, it does. In this country, at least a dozen universities now run courses specially designed to cater for the needs of students from overseas regions--particularly Russia, Japan, China, East and South Asia. On top of that, private colleges are starting to enter the market, although most stick to what they do best--improving students' English language test scores. Last year, we prepared 80 foreign students--mostly from China, South East Asia, Iran and the, former Soviet republics-for masters degrees at universities in this country. Studied over an academic year, the course is demanding. Students from a range of disciplines are taught by a subject specialist, with an English language teacher working alongside to review students' comprehension and written work. The course culminates in a mini dissertation prepared over four months.

Interviewer: Did you find that difficult, Tony?

Tony Wu: I certainly did!

Wendy Clark: I believe that a pre-Master's course should do a lot more than boost language skills. It's also about preparing students from different cultural backgrounds to succeed in the academic world. We prepare them to look at a variety of sources, anal-yse the pros and cons, put forward their own ideas, challenge their tutors and take part in rigorous discussion.

Interviewer: Wendy, has the course nm at this university been successful?

Wendy Clark: The results here speak for themselves. The one-year pre-Master's programme has a 90% success rate and a smattering of students go on to Har

A．Tony Wu, an undergraduate student from China, Susan Hall, International Student, and Wendy Clark, Head of the University.

B．Tony Wu, a Master's student from China, Susan Hall, International Student, and Wendy Clark, Head of the ESL Unit.

C．Tony Wu, a Master's student from China, Susan Hall, International Student Liaison, and Wendy Clark, Head of English.

D．Tony Wu, a Master's student from China, Susan Hall, International Student Liaison, and Wendy Clark, Head of the ESL Unit.

How do the girls want to travel?

A．public transport

B．private bus

C．car

D．bicycle

听力原文：Man: Hello 'Paragliders' Paradise'. How can l help you?

Maria: Oh hi. I'm interested in doing a course in paragliding.

Man: Which course are you interested in?

Maria: Well, I'm not sure. What's available?

Man: Well ... we've got the introductory course which lasts for two days.

Maria: OK.

Man: Or there's the 4-day beginners' course which is what most people do first. I'd tend to recommend that one. And there's also the elementary pilot course which takes five to six days depending on conditions.

Maria: We might try the beginner's course. What sort of prices are we looking at?

Man: The introductory is ＄190; the beginner's course, which is probably what you'd be looking at, is ＄320 - no, sorry 330 - it's just gone up - and the pilot course is ＄ 430.

Maria: Right.

Man: And you also have to become a member of our club so that you're insured. That'll cost you ＄12 a day. Everyone has to take out insurance, you see.

Maria: Does that cover me if I break a leg?

Man: No, I'm afraid not - it's only 3rd party and covers you against damage to other people or their belongings, but not theft or injury. You would need to take out your own personal accident insurance.

Maria: I see! And what's the best way to get to your place? By public transport or could we come by bike? We're pretty keen cyclists.

Man: It's difficult by public transport though there is a bus from Newcastle; most people get here by car, though, cos we're a little off the beaten track. But you could ride here OK. I'll send you a map. Just let me take down a few details. What's your name?

Maria: Maria Gentle.

Man: And your address, Maria?

Maria: Well, I'm a student staying with a family in Newcastle.

Man: So it's care of ...

Maria: Care of Mr and Mrs. McDonald.

Man: Like the hamburgers!

Maria: Yes, exactly.

Man: McDonald ...

Maria: The post office box address is probably best. It's R.O. Box 676, Newcastle.

Man: Is there a fax number there, because I could fax you the information?

Maria: Yes, actually, there is. It's 0249 that's for Newcastle and then double seven five four three one.

Man: OK. Now if you decide to do one of our courses, you'll need to book in advance and to pay when you book. How would you be paying?

Maria: Uh ... by credit card if that's OK. Do you take Visa?

Man: Yes, fine. We take all major cards, including Visa.

Maria: OK then. Thanks very much.

Maria: Hi, Pauline.

Pauline: Hi, Maria! What's that you're reading?

Maria: Just some information from a paragliding school-it looks really good fun. Do you fancy a go at paragliding?

Pauline: Sure! Do you have to buy lots of equipment and stuff?

Maria: Not really. The school provides the equipment but we'd have to take a few things along.

Pauline: Such as?

Maria: Well, it says here. 'Clothes: wear stout boots', so no sneakers or sandals I suppose, and 'clothes suitable for an active day in the hills, preferably a long-sleeved t-shirt.' That's probably in-case you land in the stinging nettles! It also says we should bring a packed lunch. We do not recommend soft drinks or flasks of coffee. Water is really the best thing to drink. Er... we need to bring suntan lotion and something to protect your head from the sun!

Pauline: OK that sounds reasonable. And where would we stay?

Maria: Well look! They seem to operate a campsite too, because it says here that it's only ＄10 a day to pitch a tent. That'd be fine, wouldn't it? And that way we'd save quite a bit because even a cheap hotel would cost money.

Pauline: Um... or perhaps we could stay in a bed-and- breakfast nearby. It gives a couple of names here we could ring. I think I might prefer that. Hotels and youth hostels would all be miles away from the farm and I don't fancy a caravan.

Maria: No, I agree. But let's take a tent and pray for good weather.

Pauline: OK - let's do it. What about next weekend?

Maria: No, I can't - I'm going on a geo

A．＄190

B．＄320

C．＄330

D．＄430

Questions 34-35

Circle the correct letters A-C.

Rebecca decided to become an illustrator because it ______.

A．afforded her greater objectivity as an artist.

B．offered her greater freedom of expression.

C．allowed her to get her work published.

【9】

A．Cultural Differences

B．Music in the Curriculum

C．Gender Issues