新视野大学英语视听说教程3(第三版)Unit 4 test听力原文和答案

For blanks numbered from S8 to S10, write down either the exact words you hear or the main points in your own words. When the passage is read the third time, check your answers.

In a powerful new Mercedes a married couple are driving along a highway (1)wheel 60 miles per hour, the wife behind the (2)tone . Her husband suddenly looks over at her. From the (3)and the (4)expression of his voice on his face, it's obvious he's enjoying this Honey moment. He says, \(5), I've got a surprise for you. I know we've divorce been married for 20 years, but I want a (6).\speed The wife says nothing, but slowly increases the (7)He then says, \(8)

to 70 mph. .\Again the wife stays quiet, but speeds up as her rage increases. \The wife speeds up to 80 mph.

He says, \By now she's up to 90 mph. \(9)

.\The wife slowly starts to veer toward a bridge.

This makes him a bit nervous, so he says, \there anything you want?\The wife says, \(10).\\

Seconds before they slam into the bridge at a speed of 100 mph, the wife smiles and says, \

Part III

Directions: Listen to the following recording, and then choose the correct answers to the questions. You will hear the recording twice. After the first playing, there will be time for you to choose the correct answers. Use the second playing to check your answers. 1. What is the passage mainly about?

2. How will children view the man their single mother is dating if she says

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3. How can single parents benefit from advice?

A. They can make up their minds to find a new spouse quickly. B. They can see the issue from a new angle. C. They will understand their former spouse better.

A. The importance of remarriage. B. The reasons for a remarriage.

C. Ways of preparing for a blended family. D. Children's problems in a blended family.

A. They will find the man threatening. B. They will leave home.

C. They will treat the man as a friend. D. They will be eager to have a new father.