劍橋英語(yǔ) 中級(jí)班 聽力腳本劍橋二

1、劍橋英語(yǔ) 中級(jí)班 聽力腳本（劍橋二）Unit 1(1) I'm really sorry:Ted: Oh, I'm really sorry. Are you OK?Ana: I'm fine. But I'm not very good at this.Ted: Neither am I. Say, are you from South America?Ana: Yes, I am originally. I was born in Argentina.Ted: Did you grow up there?Ana: Yes, I did, but my fam

2、ily moved here eight years ago when I was in high school.Ted: And where did you learn to rollarblade?Ana: Here in the park. This is only my second time.Ted: Well, it's my first time. Can you give me some lessons?Ana: Sure. Just follow me.Ted : By the way, my name is Ted.Ana: And I'm Ana. Nic

3、e to meet you. Hey, hey! that was funTed: Hey, hey! that was fun. Thank you for the lesson!Ana: No problem. So, tell me a little about yourself. What do you do?Ted: I work in a travel agency.Ana: Really! What do you do there?Ted: I'm in charge of their computers.Ana: Oh, so you're a computer

4、 specialist.Ted: Well, sort of. Yeah, I guess so.Ana: That's great. Then maybe you can give me some help with a computer course I'm taking.Ted: Oh, sure.But only if you promise to give me some more rollarblading lessons.Ana: It's a deal! (2) Where are you from originally, Yu HongIntervie

5、wer: Where are you from originally, Yu Hong?Yu Hong: I'm from China.from near Shanghai.Interviewer: And when did you move here?Yu Hong: I came here after I graduated from college. That was in 1992.Interviewer: And what do you do now?Yu Hong: I'm a transportation engineer.Interviewer: I see.

6、So you 're an immigrant to the United States.Yu Hong: Yes, that's right.Interviewer: What are some of difficulties of being an immigrant in the U.S.?Yu Hong: Oh, that's not an easy question to answer. There are so many things, really. I guess one of the biggest difficulties is that I don

7、't have any relatives here. I mean, I have a lot of friends, but that's not the same thing. In China, on the holidays or the weekend, we visit relatives. It isn't the same here.Interviewer: And what do you miss the most from home?Yu Hong: Oh, that's easy: my mom's soup! She makes

8、 great soup. I really miss my mother's cooking. (3) Hey! Are these pictures of youA: Hey! Are these pictures of you when you were a kid?B: Yeah! That's me in front of my uncle's beach house. When I was a kid, we used to spend two weeks every summer. A: Wow, I bet that was fun!B: Yeah. We

9、 always had a great time. Every day we used to get up early and walk along the beach. I have a great shell collection. In fact, I think it's still up in the attic!A: Hey, I used to collect shells, too, when I was a kid. But my parents threw them out! A: You know what I remember most about growin

10、g up?B: What?A: Visiting my grandparent's house you know, on holidays and stuff. They lived way out in the country, and my granddad had a horse named Blackie. He taught me how to ride. I just love that horse-and she loved me, too! I used to really enjoy spending time at my grandparent's hous

11、e. And every time I came back, Blackie remembered me.B: Ah, memories! Unit 2(4) Why is there never a bus when you want one?A: Why is there never a bus when you want one?B: Good question. There aren't enough buses on this route.A: Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.B: Good idea.

12、You should say that we need more subway lines, too.A: Yeah. There should be more public transportation in genral.B: And fewer cars! There's too much traffic.A: Say, is that our bus coming?B: Yes, it is. But look. It's full!A: Oh, no! Let's go and get a cup of coffee. We can talk about th

13、is letter I'm going to write. A: So you are really going to write a letter to the paper?B: Sure. I'm going to say something about the buses. They're too old. We need more modern buses nice air-conditioned ones.B: And they need to put more buses on the road.A: Right. And there are too man

14、y cars downtown, and there isn't enough parking.B: That's for sure. It's impossible to find a parking space downtown these days.A: I think they should ban private cars downtown between nine and five.B: Oh, you mean they shouldn't allow any cars except taxis and buses during the regul

15、ar workday. Hmm that sounds like a really good idea. (5) Quite a number of thingsQuite a number of things have been done to help solve traffic problems in Singapore. For example, motorists must buy a special pass if they want to drive into the downtown business district. They can go into the busines

16、s district only if they have the pass displayed on their windshield.Another thing Singapore has done is to make it more difficult to buy cars. People have to apply for a certificate if they want to buy a car. And the number of certificates is limited. Not everyone can get one.There is also a high ta

17、x on cars, so it costs three or four times as much to buy a car in Singapore as it does in, say, the United States or Canada.The other thing Singapore has done is to build an excellent pubic transportation system. Their subway system is one of the best in the world. And there is also a very good tax

18、i and bus system. (6) Excuse me. Could you tell meA: Excuse me. Could you tell me where the bank is?B: There's one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.A: Oh, thanks. Do you know what time it opens?B: It should be open now. It opens at 8:00A.M.A: Good. And can you tell me how often the buses

19、 leave for the city?B: You need to check at the transportation counter. It's right down the hall.A: OK. And just one more thing. Do you know where the nearest restroom is?B: Right behind you, ma'am. See that sign?A: Oh. Thanks a lot. A: Excuse me. It's me again. I'm sorry. I need som

20、e more information-if you don't mind.B: Not at all.A: Thanks. Do you know how much a taxi costs to the city?B: Well, it depends on the traffic, of course. But it usually costs about forty dollars.A: Forty dollars? I guess I'll take the bus. That means I have almost an hour till the next one.

21、 Where could I find an inexpensive restaurant in the airport? Maybe a fast-food place?B: Go upstairs and turn right. You'll see the snack bar on your left.A: Thanks very much. Have a nice day.B: You, too. Unit 3(7) What do you think?A: What do you think?B: Well, it has just as many bedroom as th

22、e last apartment. And the living room is huge.C: But the bedroom are too small. And there isn't enough closet space for my clothes.A: And it's not as cheap as the last apartment we saw.B: But that apartment was dark and dingy. And it was in a dangerous neighborhood.A: Let's see if the re

23、al estate agent has something else to show us. A: Well, how do you like this space, then?C: Oh, it's much better than that other one. The thing I like best is the bedrooms. They are too huge!B: Yes, they are nice and big.C: And there are two bathrooms! I could have my own bathroom!B: Yes, I gues

24、s you could.C: The only problem is the color of the living room. I really don't like those dark green walls.A: Oh, I'm sure we can change the color if we want to. (8) Creative Rentals.A: Creative Rentals. Good morning.B: Hello. I'm calling about the apartment you have for rent.A: Yes. Wh

25、at can I tell you about it?B: Where is it, exactly?A: It's on King Street, just off the freeway.B: Oh, near the freeway. Can you hear the traffic?A: Yes, I'm afraid you do hear some. But the apartment has lots of space. It has three bedrooms and a very large living roomB: I see. And is it in

26、 a new building?A: Well, the building is about fifty years old.B: Uh-huh. Well, I'll think about it.A: OK. Thanks for calling.B: Thank you. Bye A: Hello？B: Hello. Is the apartment you're advertising still available?A: Yes, it is.B: Can you tell me a little about it?A: Well, it's a perfec

27、t apartment for one person. It's one room with a kitchen at one end.B: I see. And is it far away from the subway?A: There's a subway station just down the street. Actually, the apartment is located right downtown, so you step out of the building and there are stores and restaurants everywher

28、e. But it's on a high floor, so you don't hear any street or traffic noise.B: It sounds like just the kind of place I'm looking for. I'd like to come see it, please.A: Sure. Let me give you the address. (9) So where are you working nowA: So where are you working now, Terry?B: Oh, I&#

29、39;m still at the bank. I don't like it, though.A: That's too bad. Why not?B: Well, it's boring, and it doesn't pay very well.A: I know what you mean. I don't like my job either. I wish I could find a better job.B: Actually, I don't want to work at all anymore. I wish I had a

30、 lot of money so I could retire now.A: Hmm, how old are you, Terry?B: Uh, twenty-six. A: So how are things going with you and Susie, Terry?B: Oh, you didn't know? She and I broke up a couple of months ago. We decided we needed a break from each other for a while. But I miss her a lot. I wish we

31、could get back together again.A: I'm sure you will.B: I really hope so. So what kind of job would you like to look for?A: I'm not sure, but I'd really like to move to another city. I'm sick of this place. I need to live somewhere more exciting.B: I know what you mean. It sure can get

32、 boring around here at times. Yeah, I really need a change. I've been doing the same things for ever five years now, and I'm just not learning anything new. It's the same routine every day, and I am really sick of sitting in front of a computer. I think I need to try something totally di

33、fferent. I want to be in a profession that involves meeting people. I really need to join a club or sports team to give me something to do on weekends. I get really bored on the weekends, and if I joined a club. I'd probably get to meet people and make new friends. I should take a typing course

34、this summer. I really need if it for my school work. And people say that if you can type really well, it's something you'll find useful later in life. Gosh, I really have to go on a diet. I've gained ten pounds since last year, and everyone tells me I look fat. And if I don't lose we

35、ight now, I won't be able to get into any of my summer clothes. Unit 4(10) Hey, this sounds good-snailsA: Hey, this sounds good-snails with garlic! Have you ever eaten snails?B: No, I haven't A: Oh, they're delicious! I had them last time. Like to try some?B: No, thanks. They sound stran

36、ge.C: Have you decided on an appetizer yet?A: Yes. I'll have the snails, please.C: And you, sir?B: I think I'll have the fried brains.A: Fried brains? Now that really sound strange! A: Oh, good. Here comes the waitress now!C: Here are your snails, madam. And for you, sir the fried brains.B:

37、Thank you.A: Mmm, these snails are delicious! How are the brains?B: Well, I think they're yuck! Oh, sorry, I guess brains are pretty strange after all. Um, I think I'm going to order something else, if you don't mind.A: Oh, sure. Go ahead.B: Miss! Excuse me, miss!C: Yes?B: Uh, I really d

38、on't care for this appetizer. Could you bring me something else?C: Yes, of course. What would you like instead?A: Try the snails.B: No, I don't think so. I'll tell you what. Just forget an appetizer for me, and bring me a nice, juicy hamburger medium rarewith French fries and a large sod

39、a. (11) Have you finished with thisA: Have you finished with this?B: No, I'm still drinking it. Thanks. A: Did you order this?B: Yes, that's mine. Mmm, it looks great and smells delicious! A: Don't you like it?B: I haven't tasted it yet. I'm waiting for the waitress to bring me a

40、 fork. A: Did you enjoy it?B: Well, it was a little tough. I think it was cooked for too long. A: How is it?B: Great. Just the way I like it: black and strong. A: Your turn or mine?B: It's my treat this time. You paid last time. Remember. Unit 5(12) I'm so excited!A: I'm so excited! We h

41、ave two weeks off! What are you going to do?B: I'm not sure. I guess I'll just stay home. Maybe I'll catch up on my reading. What about you? Any plans?A: Well, my parents have rented a condominium in Florida. I'm going to take long walks along the beach every day and do lots of swimm

42、ing.B: Sounds great!A: Say, why don't you come with us? We have plenty of room.B: Do you mean it? I'd love to! A: So, what are you planning to do for your vacation, Judy?B: Oh, I'm doing something really exotic this year. You know, I went to Hawaii last year, and just stayed on the beach

43、 for two weeks. This year, I'm going white-water rafting!A: Ooh, that sounds great. But what is it, exactly?B: Oh, well, you know, it's in Colorado. They have all these trips down the rapids. The water gets really rough, but I think it'll be really exciting. Oh, I'm doing some rock c

44、limbing, too.A: And you call that a vacation? (12) What are your plans for the summerA: What are your plans for the summer, Paul?B: Oh, I'd love to go and lie on a beach somewhere, but I need to save some money for school. I think I'll stay home and get a job.A: That doesn't sound like m

45、uch fun.B: Oh, it won't be too bad. Some of my friends are going to work this summer, too, so we'll do some partying on the weekends. A: Have you planned anything for the summer, Brenda?B: Yeah. I'm going to work the first month and save some money. Then I'm going to go down to Mexic

46、o for six weeks to stay with my sister. She's working in Guadalajara. She says it's really interesting there, so I want to go and see what to go and see what it's like. It will also give me a chance to practice my Spanish. I'm really looking forward to it. Unit 6 Sure. No problem!(13

47、) JasonJason!A: JasonJason! Turn down the TV a little, please.B: Oh, but this is my favorite program!A: I know. But it's too loud.B: OK. I'll turn it down.A: That's better. Thanks.B: Lisa, please pick up your things.A: They're all over the living room floor.B: In a minute, Mom. I'

48、;m on the phone.A: OK. But do it as soon as you hang up.B: Sure. No problem.A: Goodness! Were we like this when we were kids?B: Definitely! A: Have you noticed how forgetful Dad is getting? He's always forgetting where his car keys are. It drives me crazy.B: And he can never find his glasses eit

49、her.A: I know.B: You know what drives me crazy about Mom?A: What?B: Those awful talk shows she watches on TV. She just loves them.A: Yeah, I think she watches them for hours everyday.B: Oh, well. I guess they're just getting old. I hope I never get like that.A: Me, too. Hey, let's go and pla

50、y a video game.B: Great idea. By the way, have you seen my glasses anywhere? A: James, please turn that downJames!B: Yes, Mom?A: Turn that down. It's much too loud.B: Sorry, Mom. I had it turned up because I wanted to hear the game. A: Molly, put the groceries away, please. There's ice cream

51、 in one of the bags.B: I can't right now, Dad. I'm doing my homework.A: What's this, James!B: Yeah, Mom?A: Why are there all these wet towels on the bathroom floor? Please pick them up and hang them up to dry.B: Gosh, I'm really sorry, Mom. I forgot all about them. A: Justin, come he

52、lp me. We need to wash these dishes before your mother gets home.B: Oh, Dad. I'd like to help, but I have to call Laurie. It's really important. A: Aimee, I think the dog is trying to tell you something!B: Well, I can't possibly take him out right now. I'm doing my nails (14) Hi. I&#

53、39;m your new neighborA: Hi. I'm your new neighbor, George Rivera. I live next door.B: Oh, hi. I'm Stephanie Lee.A: So, you just moved in? Do you need anything?B: Not right now. But thanks.A: Well, let me know if you do. Um, by the way, would you mind turning your stereo down? The walls are

54、really thin, so the sound goes right through to my apartment.B: Oh, I'm sorry! I didn't realize that. I'll make sure to keep the volume down. Oh, by the way, is there a good Italian restaurant in the neighborhood? A: Yeah. There's a great one a couple of blocks from here. Try their l

55、asagna. It's delicious! A: Hello. I'm sorry to bother you, but I think your car is parked in my space downstairs.B: Really?A: Yes. Do you drive a blue Honda?B: Yes, I do.A: Well, there's a blue Honda parked in space 13 and that's my space.B: Oh, I'm so sorry. My son must have put

56、 it in the wrong space. Ours is the one right next to yours-number 12. Let me get my keys, and I'll go right down and move the car.A: Thanks.B: And I'll make sure my son doesn't do it again.A: I appreciate it. A: Gee, Bob, you're really late. You said you'd be here at six, and lo

57、ok at the time: It's almost six thirty!B: I'm really sorry. Tell you what: I'll pay for dinner.A: Oh, it's all right. You don't have to do that.B: No, I want to pay. You had to wait for me almost half an hour.A: Well, hey, OK-if you insist. Thanks! A: Hi, Sally. What happened to

58、you on Sunday?B: Sunday? What do you mean?A: You don't remember? I had a party, and I invited you.B: Oh, gosh. Of course you did-and I completely forgot about it. I was busy all day helping my brother with his car, and I guess I just forgot. Sorry. How did the party go, anyway?A: It was great, b

59、ut we missed you.B: Gee, now I really feel bad.Unit 8(15)Did you know next week is Halloween?A: Did you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31B: So what do you do on Halloween? We don't have that holiday in Russia.A: Well, it's a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people's doors and ask for candy by saying words“Trick or treat!”B: Hmm. Sounds interesting.A: But it's not just for kids. Lots of people have costume parties. Hey my friend Pete is having a party. Would you like to go?B: Sure. I'd love to. A: S