M: I went to that new department store yesterday. They've got a great selection of goods.

W: I know, and they're much cheaper than other department stores, too.

M: I'd shop there all the time if the waiting lines weren't so long. 

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M: You can take a bus and come to my place at 9:00 am. That will give us time to catch the train.

W: OK.  But a bus will take ages at that time. A taxi might be quicker. I can order one and come to you.

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M:  How did you find the test, Ewan?

W: I studied a lot for it, but it was beyond my ability. 

M: Yeah, you're right. I'm afraid I might fail. The ones we did in the first term were much easier.

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W: Hi Frank. Nice to see you back. How was your holiday?

M: It was amazing! I've always loved going to the beach or exploring the forest in summer,  but the two weeks I spent in the mountains were absolutely brilliant.  

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M:  I've been watching that program on TV about moving to the countryside. 

W: Well, I like living in the city.  Being on my own in the countryside wouldn't suit me.  

M: True. I know people think it's good for our health but not if we're unhappy living there. 

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W: Hi, Deane.  I just reviewed the updates you made to the company website. The new design looks great. 

M: It's good to hear that. Do you think it's ready to be launched then? 

W: Almost. I noticed that some of the photographs of our colleagues are a little outdated. Could you replace them with more current ones?

M: Sure, that's not a problem.  I'll email all of the employees to ask them for more recent photos that I can use.  

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听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。

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W:  Hi, Pete, have you read this article about the solar farm they're planning to build? 

M: No, where's that? In Asia? 

W: No, in Africa.  This plant will supposedly provide up to 15% of Europe's energy needs by 2050. People are often unhappy about the noise of wind farms, but that isn't an issue with solar power.

M:  I saw a documentary at the weekend about renewable energy in Scotland. 

W:  Really? It's not exactly the perfect spot for a solar farm. 

M:  No, not solar energy, but wave energy. It could provide up to ten times Scotland's electricity usage.  

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听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。

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W: Hello. Can I help you? 

M: Oh, yes. I'm looking for a new pair of hiking boots. Am I in the right section? 

W: Yes, you are and if you find anything you like, let me know. I'll help you find your size. 

M: Do they come in different colors? I really like the style, but I don't really care for these blue colors you have. 

W: Yes, these are good for hiking and everyday walking. We do have other colors such as grey or black. 

M:  Black, please. 

W: What size are you, sir? Size nine?

M: I'm size ten, but I would like to try both size ten and size ten and a half.

W: Let me get them from the storeroom. Why don't you look around just a bit more? I'll be right back with your shoes. 

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M: Excuse me. I've been attending the conference here, and tomorrow I've got a free day to do some sightseeing. Do you have any information about the city? I mean places of interest. 

W: Well, you really should visit the Wawel Royal Castle. But you'd better get there early because there are always very long queues. It's not far from here and you can take a bus.

M: Are there any nice cafes or bars nearby?

W: Well, the market square has lots of cafes and bars. If you like dancing, you could go to Piwnica pod Baranami tonight.

M: I don't know. I am not really interested in dancing.

W: What about Jazz?If you love jazz, you could go to the pub, U Louisa. There's live jazz or club music on Wednesdays. 

M: Sounds great. I think I'll go there in the evening. Thanks.

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听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。

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W: Good morning. You're listening to Radio South. Now, let's check the local news here. The city council of Maple Creek has approved the plan to build a new public swimming pool near the city park. Plans for the swimming pool will include indoor and outdoor swimming pools connected together. It'll also have a separate pool for children under the age of 12 so that they can use the facility safely. A small picnic area and family site will be added to the poolside. City manager, Elizabeth Greenfield spoke about the new swimming pool at a press conference yesterday. She expressed enthusiasm, saying that the new area will provide the much needed place for the residents to exercise and have fun together. Construction will begin in January and will take about 3 months to finish. We expect to see the opening ceremony in May just in time for summer.