新视野大学英语听说教程1 unit 2

　　II. Listening Skills
Identifying Numbers
M: The stadium looks pretty big. How many people does it seat?
W: It holds around 20,000. They say more than 18,000 Tickets have been sold.
Q: How many tickets are left now?
W: I was planning on signing up for the swimming class. Bit I heard it’s full.
M: Really? That’s strange. There were nine swimming classes last semester¹, and this semester there are five more.
Q: How many swimming classes are there this semester/
W: How far do you jog every day? 5 kilometers?
M: No, about 15km. I have to run that far to stay in good people.
Q: How far does the man run each day?
4.  M: How many people will come to your home to watch the World Cup Final? Want me to bring anything?
W: Probably like 15 or 20. I’ve got most things covered. Maybe just bring a six-pack or something else to drink.
Q: About how many people will come to watch the World Cup Final?
W: How many people do you think will enter for the City Marathon?
M: I’m not sure. It was 250 last year. But someone told me the number is likely to double this tear.
Q: How many people are likely to enter for this year’s City Marathon?
1.D   2.A   3.C   4.B   5.D
III. Listening In
Task 1: Yao Ming
I first saw Yao Ming back in 1997. Nike had just signed a contract to sponsor² the Shanghai Sharks. We had a little party to introduce ourselves and get to know the players. A few of us were there when the team walked in. They looked normal, most about 6’4’’ or so. Then, a thin, baby-faced guy about 7’5’’ came in. We were all surprised at seeing him. We couldn’t believe his size. And when he started hitting three-pointers, we were really blown away! Our guys in the U’S’ didn’t believe that there was a Chinese kid that tall. To convince⁴ them, we had to bring him to a Nike camp in Paris that summer. Yao had always played against kids who were older than him. This was the first time he was competing with players his own age. Del Harris, then the Lakers coach, was at the camp. He fell in love with Yao Ming. He was telling everybody, “I got to have a picture with that kid. One day he’s going to have a real impact⁵ on the NBA.”
1.D   2.B   3.C   4.D   5.A
Task 2: Ronaldo
Ronaldo will become the first three-time winner of the FIFA World Player of the Year Award this Tuesday. Ronaldo played his early football with amateur⁶ clubs. By the time he was 16, he had signed his professional contract with a Brazilian club. He played very well, gaining a goal almost in each game. He was still only 17 when he went to seek his fortune in the European Leagues. At a Dutch club, Ronaldo got 30 goals on 33 matches. Back home, he was a member of the Brazilian team that won the World Cup in the U.S .In 1994.Although he did not get to play a single minute in that tournament, he was soon being described as the new Pele. He moved to Bracelona in 1996, and the next summer became a member of Inter³ Milan. He quickly became the hottest property in football, winning the FIFA World Player of the Year Award in 1996 and 1997. As he took the award in 1999 for the third time, there was no doubt that his name would live on in history.
He played his early football with amateur clubs.
He signed his professional contract with a Brazilian club.
He went to Europe to seek his fortune in the European leagues.
He was described as the new Pele.
He won the award for three times: in 1996, 1997 and 1999.
Task 3: Physical Exercise
More and more people today are realizing the importance of regular physical exercise. Physical exercise can make you strong and healthy. By doing some form of physical exercise every day, your level of energy will increase and you will sleep better at night. There are many different forms of physical exercises that suit different tastes and needs of different people. Take track and field events, for example. Throwing the javelin⁸ can strengthen your arm and upper body. The long jump and high jump can strengthen your legs. Basketball, football and volleyball are also good forms of exercise. Be careful when choosing the right type of exercise for yourself. Id your heart is weak, for example, you should start with some light exercise. If you are overweight, know your limits. In a word, don’t overdo⁹ it.
Healthy    form   energy   better   different   tastes    careful   choosing
Task 4: An Announcement
Open   interested   checkup   apply   PE Department   exercise opportunity
IV. Speaking Out
Asking for and Giving Directions
Model 1 Where’s…, please?
Now Your Turn
New student: Excuse me. Where’s the gym, please?
Lisa:       You see that library building over there?
New student: Yeah.
Lisa:       The gym is behind it.
New student: Thank you very much.
Lisa:       Any time.
Model 2 Sorry, I’m new here, too.
Now Your Turn
New student: Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the tennis courts?
Ashley:     The tennis courts? Sorry, I don’t know. I’m new here, too.
New student: OK, thanks anyway.
(Then the new student asks James.)
New student: Excuse me. Could you tell me where the tennis courts are?James:      See the Student Activities Center over there? They’re in front of it.
New student: Thanks a lot.
James:      No problem.
Model 3 Go straight ahead till…
Now Your Turn
New student: Excuse me. I wonder if you could tell me how to get to the school stadium.
John:       Just go straight ahead till you reach the riverside, then turn right and walk until you see the students’ cafeteria. Turn left, and walk about five minutes. You’ll see Hudson Hall, a dorm building. The school stadium is on the opposite side.
New student: Thank you very much.
John:       You’re welcome.
V. Let’s Talk
Jim: Hey Jack¹⁰, hurry up! The game’s going to start any minute mow¹¹. What are you doing anyway?
Jack: I’m just making some popcorn¹². Beer, popcorn, football! What more could you want on a Saturday afternoon? Jim: Yeah, I guess this is the next best thing to getting actual tickets to the game. I’m cool with just watching it here in the dorm. The TV will give us a better view.
Jack: It’s gonna be a good game. I’m anxious to see some of the local players in action.
Jim: Yeah, should be good… but not for your team. I don’t think they have a chance.
Jack: Why not? We’ve got some good players.
Jim: Maybe, but the other team has some of the best players in Europe. David Beckham, Michael Owen. How can your guys compete with them?
Jack: Of course they’re good, but our local team is also excellent!
Jim: OK, if you’re so confident, how about a bet⁷?
Jack: All right. Loser pays for a dinner at Pizza Hut after the match.
Jim: Fine. I could eat some pizza tonight. Mmm. I can taste it now.
Jack: Don’t forget to bring your wallet, Jim. You’re going to need it after you lose.
Jim: Goal! Michael Owen. I think I’m starting to get hungry for some pizza!
Jack: I think our goalkeeper was distracted¹³.
Jim: Yeah, right! (sarcastically)
Jack: Hey! Our team’s got a corner. Only two minutes left. Maybe the game will end in a tie.
Jim: Ooooh! Too bad, Jack. You guys almost did it!
Jack: Well, time is up, and I’m starving. Let’s go to Pizza Hut. It’s on me!
Jack( rooting for the home team) a,b,e,f
Jim( rooting for the visiting room) c,d,g,h
For Reference¹⁴
a
A, say the score of the match excitedly.
Wow! The score is 65:67 in favor of Lakers.
B, discourage your partner and ask for wait-and-see.
Come on! Rockets is striking¹⁵ back. He who smiles last smiles best.
A, answer back, showing confidence in the visiting team.
I don’t think so. Well begun is half done, you know.
B, shout at the three-point shoot which leads to the home team’s advantage.
THREE! 68:67 in Rockets’ favor. Come on, guys! Some more points!
A, sign at the final loss of the visiting team and show your disbelief.
Oh, Jesus. How can that be?
b
A, comment on the general performance of the team.
These guys do a good job today, huh?B, agree but say what you see happening on the field.
Yeah. They’re really wonderful. Oh, the opposing team scored two goals within THREE minutes!
A, show your extreme disbelief.
Incredible¹⁶! 2goal in 3 minutes!
B, complain about the poor defense¹⁷ and save.
What poor defense and terrible save of the goalkeeper!
A, Show your disappointment by promising¹⁸ not to watch the team’s game later.
My whole night id ruined. I don’t want to watch their game any more.
VI. Furthering Listening and Speaking
Listening
Task 1: Sports in the U.S.
Sports are very important in the U.S. both for spectators¹⁹ and participants. Many people have jobs where they sit for most of the day, so when they have free time, they like to take part in more physical activities. Both team sports and individual activities are popular. Youth sports are played either in local clubs or for teams representing schools. Most major league sports recruit²⁰ their players from college or high school teams. Specter sports are also a major part of American culture. Many Americans watch sports weekly, if not daily. Thousands of people attend professional and college sporting events to cheer on their local teams. Millions more choose to watch on TV and root from their own living rooms. On TV, American football, baseball and basketball are the most popular sports. Soccer has a long way to go before it is on the same level with the “big three”. Although there is some overlapping²¹, football is played in the fall, basketball in the winter and baseball in the spring and summer. American professional teams are privately²² owned and generally situated²³ in major cities, so they have a large fan base to draw from. There’s no government involvement in these leagues.
1. popular    2. weekly    3. local clubs   4. big three    5. fan base
Task 2: Walking
Generally, people travel by car, bus or subway in America. Rarely is a bicycle used as a method for transportation. In many cities and towns, Americans choose to walk. Walking is considered one of the best way to stay healthy. It is the world’s most natural exercise. About 50 million Americans are active in what is called “fitness²⁴” walking. They take short walks a few times each week to improve their health. Fitness walking can be done almost anywhere, anytime. No special equipment is needed. Experts advise drinking lots of water before and after each walk. They say the most effective way to walk is the natural way. A new study has provided²⁵ details about the link between walking and your emotional²⁶ health. A professional at California State University asked a group of students to describe their feelings of energy and tension²⁷. Then he sent them on a fast walk for 10 minutes. When the students returned, they reported feeling less tired and more energetic. The professor found short walks could also help make personal problems seem less serious. Indeed, one group of people said their problems didn’t seem as bad as they had been before they went for a fast 10-minute walk.
1. F   2.F   3.F   4.T   5.T
Task 3: The 27th Summer Olympic Games
The 27th summer Olympic Games were held in Sydney, Australia, in 2000. Thousand of athletes gathered there to take part in the first Summer Olympic of the new century. It was, however, not the first time for Australia to host the Olympic Games. Australia also played host in 1956, when the city of Melbourne was the site of the Games. The 2000 Olympic lasted a little more than two weeks, from September 15 to October 1. The mascot²⁸ of Sydney Olympic Games was, not surprisingly, a Kangaroo. There were some new events in the 1000 Olympic, such as women’s water polo and weightlifting. The Games were a great success. In sporting competition, athletes broke lots of Olympic and world records. Also, the event was a huge financial success for Australia, especially in the tourism industry.
1. D   2.B   3.B  4.C   5.D

1 semester   

n.一学期，半学年，六个月的时间

参考例句：

• A student will probably attend four or five courses during each semester.每个学生一学期可能要修四五门课程。
• I had an especially rough time during my first semester.我第一个学期的日子难受极了。

2 sponsor   

vt.发起，主办；资助；n.发起者，资助人

参考例句：

• Sponsor stated they have no idea where he is.赞助方表示他们不知道他在哪儿。
• The sponsor has permanent ad on the website commonly.赞助商一般在网站上有永久性广告。

3 inter   

v.埋葬

参考例句：

• They interred their dear comrade in the arms.他们埋葬了他们亲爱的战友。
• The man who died in that accident has been interred.在那次事故中死的那个人已经被埋葬了。

4 convince   

vt.使确认，使信服；使认识错误

参考例句：

• It requires a lot of talking to convince him.要说服他很费口舌。
• I have given over trying to convince him.我已经不再试图说服他了。

5 impact   

n.冲击，碰撞；影响；vt.装紧，压紧

参考例句：

• The computer had made a great impact on modern life.计算机对现代生活产生了巨大的影响.
• How will the war impact on such a poet?战争对这样一个诗人会产生什么影响？

6 amateur   

adj.业余的，非专业的；n.业余爱好者

参考例句：

• He made an amateur attempt to build a cupboard.他很外行地试做了一个碗柜。
• Although Tom's only an amateur he's a first-class player.虽然汤姆只是个业余爱好者，但却是一流的高手。

7 bet   

v.打赌，以(与)...打赌；n.赌注，赌金；打赌

参考例句：

• I bet you can't do this puzzle.我敢说，你解决不了这个难题。
• I offered to bet with him.我提出与他打赌。

8 javelin   

n.标枪，投枪

参考例句：

• She achieved a throw of sixty metres in the javelin event.在掷标枪项目中，她掷了60米远。
• The coach taught us how to launch a javelin.教练教我们投标枪。

9 overdo   

vt.把...做得过头，演得过火

参考例句：

• Do not overdo your privilege of reproving me.不要过分使用责备我的特权。
• The taxi drivers' association is urging its members,who can work as many hours as they want,not to overdo it.出租车司机协会劝告那些工作时长不受限制的会员不要疲劳驾驶。

10 jack   

n.插座，千斤顶，男人；v.抬起，提醒，扛举；n.（Jake）杰克

参考例句：

• I am looking for the headphone jack.我正在找寻头戴式耳机插孔。
• He lifted the car with a jack to change the flat tyre.他用千斤顶把车顶起来换下瘪轮胎。

11 mow   

v.割（草、麦等），扫射，皱眉；n.草堆，谷物堆

参考例句：

• He hired a man to mow the lawn.他雇人割草。
• We shall have to mow down the tall grass in the big field.我们得把大田里的高草割掉。

12 popcorn   

n.爆米花

参考例句：

• I like to eat popcorn when I am watching TV play at home.当我在家观看电视剧时，喜欢吃爆米花。
• He still stood behind his cash register stuffing his mouth with popcorn.他仍站在收银机后，嘴里塞满了爆米花。

13 distracted   

a.注意力分散的，思想不集中的

参考例句：

• When working, one should concentrate and not allow oneself to be distracted. 工作时要集中精力，不要分心。
• Noise outside distracted her mind from her studies. 门外的噪音使她心神不宁，无法集中注意力学习。

14 reference   

n.提到，说到，暗示，查看，查阅

参考例句：

• We spent days going through all related reference material.我们花了好多天功夫查阅所有有关的参考资料。
• I like to have my reference books within my reach.我喜欢把参考书放到伸手可取的地方。

15 striking   

adj.显著的，惹人注目的，容貌出众的

参考例句：

• There is a striking difference between Jane and Mary.简和玛丽之间有显著的差异。
• What is immediately striking is how resourceful the children are.最令人注目的是孩子们的机智聪明。

16 incredible   

adj.难以置信的，不可信的，极好的，大量的

参考例句：

• Some planets run at incredible speed.某些星球以难以置信的速度运行着。
• Her answer showed the most incredible stupidity.她的回答显示出不可思议的愚蠢。

17 defense   

n.防御，保卫；[pl.]防务工事；辩护，答辩

参考例句：

• The accused has the right to defense.被告人有权获得辩护。
• The war has impacted the area with military and defense workers.战争使那个地区挤满了军队和防御工程人员。

18 promising   

adj.有希望的，有前途的

参考例句：

• The results of the experiments are very promising.实验的结果充满了希望。
• We're trying to bring along one or two promising young swimmers.我们正设法培养出一两名有前途的年轻游泳选手。

19 spectators   

n.观众，旁观者( spectator的名词复数 )

参考例句：

• The spectators were wilting visibly in the hot sun. 看得出观众在炎热的阳光下快支撑不住了。
• The policemen asked the spectators to stand well back. 警察要求旁观者靠后站。 来自《简明英汉词典》

20 recruit   

n.招聘，新兵，新成员；v.恢复，补充，招募

参考例句：

• The country's first act would be to recruit for the navy.国家的第一个行动是为海军征募新兵。
• This is a nationwide campaign to recruit women into trade unions.这是一次吸收妇女参加工会的全国性运动。

21 overlapping   

adj./n.交迭（的）

参考例句：

• There is no overlapping question between the two courses. 这两门课程之间不存在重叠的问题。
• A trimetrogon strip is composed of three rows of overlapping. 三镜头摄影航线为三排重迭的象片所组成。

22 privately   

adv.以私人的身份，悄悄地，私下地

参考例句：

• Some ministers admit privately that unemployment could continue to rise.一些部长私下承认失业率可能继续升高。
• The man privately admits that his motive is profits.那人私下承认他的动机是为了牟利。

23 situated   

adj.坐落在...的，处于某种境地的

参考例句：

• The village is situated at the margin of a forest.村子位于森林的边缘。
• She is awkwardly situated.她的处境困难。

24 fitness   

n.适合，适当，健康，健身

参考例句：

• They're doing exercises to improve their fitness.他们为增强体质而做体操。
• No one questions her fitness for the job.没人怀疑她能胜任这项工作。

25 provided   

conj.假如，若是；adj.预备好的，由...供给的

参考例句：

• Provided it's fine we will have a pleasant holiday.如果天气良好，我们的假日将过得非常愉快。
• I will come provided that it's not raining tomorrow.如果明天不下雨，我就来。

26 emotional   

adj.令人动情的；易动感情的；感情(上)的

参考例句：

• Emotional people don't stop to calculate.感情容易冲动的人做事往往不加考虑。
• This is an emotional scene in the play.这是剧中动人的一幕。

27 tension   

n.(紧张)状态；拉(绷)紧；张力，拉力

参考例句：

• I could feel the tension in the room. 我可以感觉到房间里的紧张气氛。
• Relaxaion is better than tension. 缓和比紧张好。

28 mascot   

n.福神，吉祥的东西

参考例句：

• The football team's mascot is a goat.足球队的吉祥物是山羊。
• We had a panda as our mascot.我们把熊猫作为吉详物。