Passage Three
Questions 18 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard.

18. A] By judging to what extent they can eliminate the risks.
B] By estimating the possible loss of lives and property.
C] By estimating the frequency of volcanic eruptions.
D] By judging the possible risks against the likely benefits.
19. A] One of Etna's recent eruptions made many people move away.
B] Etna's frequent eruptions have ruined most of the local famp3land.
C] Etna's eruptions are frequent but usually mild.
D] There are signs that Etna will erupt again in the near future.
20. A] They will remain where they are.
B] They will leave this area for ever.
C] They will turn to experts for advice.
D] They will seek shelter in nearby regions.

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Section A
1. W: The deadline for the sociology and computer courses is the day after tomorrow.
M: But I haven’t decided which courses to take yet.
Q: What are the man and woman talking about？
（A）
2. M: I’m looking for an apartment with a monthly rent to around 200 dollars in this neighborhood. Can you give me some advice on that?
W: Well, it’s rather hard to find anything for less than 300 dollars around here. Rents are lower in the suburbs, but you’ll need transportation if you

choose to live there.
Q: What do we learn from the conversation?
（D）
3. W: Well, tonight we have Professor Brown in the studio to talk about his recent book Fashion Images. Good evening, professor.
M: Good evening, and thank you for inviting me here this evening.
Q: What is the woman doing?
（B）
4. M: Have you run up against any problems in getting your passport renewed?
W: I haven’t started applying yet.
Q: What do we know from the conversation?
（C）
5. M: I must point out that trials of new medicine are expensive and you can never guarantee success.
W: But there’s a very good chance in this case. I do hope you’ll go ahead in the view of the potential benefit to mankind.
Q: What are the two speakers talking about?
（B）
6. W: What’s the difference between a lesson and a lecture?
M: Well, they are both ways of imparting knowledge. But the main difference is that you participate in a lesson whereas you just listen to a lecture. A

lecture is generally given to a much larger group.
Q: What does the man mean?
（A）
7. W: It’s awfully dark for 4 O’clock. Do you think it’s going to rain?
M: You’d better do something about that watch of yours. It must have stopped hours ago. Mine says 7.
Q: What conclusion can we draw from this conversation?
（B）
8. M: You’re looking a little overwhelmed.
W: Exactly. You know I got a million things to do and all of them have to be finished within 3 hours.
Q: What does the woman mean?
（D）
9. M: Ah-Ah. Looks like I’m going to be a little late for class. I hope Professor Clark doesn’t start on time today.
W: Are you kidding? You count such a watch by the time he starts his class.
Q: What can be inferred about Professor Clark?
（C）

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10. M: I’m both excited and nervous about the job interview this afternoon.
W: Take it easy. Just wear tidy and clean clothes and response truthfully to inquiries. Remember, honesty is the best policy.
Q: What do we learn about the wan?
（B）
Section B
Passage 1
Jean Brown has been married for 12 years. She has 3 children, and lives in the suburb outside Columbus, Ohio. When her youngest child reached school age,

Jean decided to go back to work. She felt that she should contribute to the household financies. Her salary can make a difference between the financial

struggle and secure financial situation for her family. Jean also felt bored and frustrated in her role as a homemaker and wanted to be more involved in life

outside her home. Jean was worried about her children’s adjustment to this new situation. But she arranged for them to go stay with the woman nearby after

school each afternoon. They seem to be happy with the arrangement. The problem seem to be between Jean and her husband, Bill. When Jean was at home all day,

she was able to clean the house, go grocery shopping, wash the clothes, take care of the children and cook 2 or 3 meals each day. She was very busy of

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