第一节

M: Excuse me, where can I find the book Pride and Prejudice?

W: You can check the third floor. That's where most of the literature books are stored.

M: Thanks.

M: My head is killing me. The medicine doesn't work.

W: You should take a day's leave and get some rest.

M: I can't. I have an important meeting this afternoon.

W: How are you going to the airport tomorrow?

M: Driving a car is inconvenient for me. I am thinking about taking a bus, but it might be too slow. Maybe I should take a taxi.

M: I'm really struggling with these math problems. They are so difficult. And I can't reach my teacher.

W: Why not come to the study group this afternoon? We can work on it together.

M: It sounds great.

W: There's a great movie on at the cinema tonight. Do you want to watch it with me?

M: I'd love to, but I have a lot of work to do. I really can't spare the time.

第二节

听下面一段对话，回答第6至第7两个小题。

M: Hello, I'm calling about the toy I ordered. It arrived damaged.

W: I'm sorry to hear that, sir. Could you please tell me more details?

M: The parcel box was broken and there were many marks on the item inside.

W: We can send you a replacement right away or return money to your purchase card. Which would you prefer?

M: I choose the replacement.

W: Okay, I'll arrange it for you. I'll send you an email to confirm the details.

听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。

M: Tom's birthday is around the corner. Let's prepare a surprise party for him.

W: Good idea. First, let's choose a venue for the party.

M: I'm thinking about that new café downtown. It has a private room.

W: I've been there. It is pretty small. Maybe we could consider the community center. It's much bigger and not too expensive.

M: But I think it's a bit old-fashioned. Then we need to decorate it carefully. What about the food?

W: We can make some simple snacks ourselves and order main dishes. And we also need to send out invitations.This time I suggest sending emails instead of paper invitations.

M: OK, the former is more convenient.

听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。

W: I'm making a move to a brand new place.

M: Really? Why?

W: Well, I recently secured a new job opportunity in a different part of the city. It's a dream role, but it's quite a distance from my current place.

M: Oh, I totally get that. So, do you need any help with the move? I'd be more than happy to lend a hand.

W: That's incredibly sweet of you. Could you spare some time to help me pack?

M: No problem.What kind of place have you rented?

W: Initially I found a house with a lovely view, but it is too far away. And then a flat near my company doesn't have a kitchen though it is cheaper.

M: Mm, that's inconvenient.

W: So I chose a flat close to the subway with all the furniture.

听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。

W: Hey John, have you heard about the new technology they've introduced in our school?

M: Yeah, I think it's called SmartLearn. What exactly does it do?

W: The most amazing feature is that SmartLearn uses artificial intelligence to create personalized learning plans for each student. It integrates with our school courses and offers tons of digital resources like interactive videos, quizzes and virtual lab experiments. Based on students' performance, it adjusts learning plans in real-time.

M: That sounds cool. What do teachers think about it?

W: They love it! It helps them assign tailored homework and give more personalized assessment. Parents can also track their kids' progress.

M: That's great for parents. Has it made any difference to students?

W: Absolutely. Students are more motivated and confident. They are more active and their participation has gone up.

M: Sounds too good to be true. Are there any disadvantages?

W: Some experts say it should be a teaching aid, not a replacement for teachers. Human interaction is still crucial.

听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。

When we talk about urban planning, we must consider multiple factors. One aspect is the population. Understanding the population size, structure, and growth trends is crucial. For example, a city with a rapidly increasing population, such as Dubai, needs to plan for sufficient housing and schools. In contrast, an aging population, like in Tokyo, calls for more nursing homes, senior-friendly public spaces and accessible healthcare services.

Another important factor in urban planning is sustainable transportation. In many modern cities like London, the over-reliance on private cars has led to traffic jams and environmental pollution. To deal with this, more and more cities are investing in public transportation systems. However, simply building more public transportation isn't enough. We also need to improve the “last-mile” problem. This refers to the difficulty of getting from the public transportation stop to the final destination. Solutions like bike-sharing programs and electric-bike rental are emerging to address this issue.

Additionally, social facilities such as schools and public spaces are essential to enhance the quality of life for residents and contribute to the overall well-being of the community.

In conclusion, urban planning is a complex process that requires a comprehensive consideration of population, transportation and economic, environmental and social factors.