Part A
Communicative Function Fact or Opinion?
An opinion is what a person thinks about something. It is based on personal judgment. A fact is an item of knowledge that is true and can be proved.
Now listen to the recording and decide whether what you hear is a fact or an opinion. Choose “a. Fact” for a fact or “b. Opinion” for an opinion.
1. a. Fact b. Opinion
2. a. Fact b. Opinion
3. a. Fact b. Opinion
4. a. Fact b. Opinion
5. a. Fact b. Opinion
6. a. Fact b. Opinion
7. a. Fact b. Opinion
8. a. Fact b. Opinion
9. a. Fact b. Opinion
10. a. Fact b. Opinion
11. a. Fact b. Opinion
12. a. Fact b. Opinion
Key：
1. O 2. O 3. F 4. F
5. O 6. F 7. O 8. O
9. F 10. O 11. O 12. F
Script
1. I don't think there's any problem for me to work on computers.
2. If I were you, I'd find a part-time job to earn some pocket money.
3. The salary is 1,600 yuan to start with and raises will be given according to ability.
4. I’ve only done some part time jobs in supermarkets.
5. I guess it is no easy job to be a stewardess.
6. I’ve never done any nursing but I love children.
7. In my opinion market research is very important if we want to increase the sales volume of our company.
8. It seems to me that this position would be a very good start for you.
9. There're many young people these days who can't find the jobs they want.
10. As to me I want a job in which I can use my English.
11. I assume you haven't had any work experience.
12. To qualify for the job of a tour guide, experience is very important.
Listening Strategy
Recognizing the Weak Forms of Certain Words
Structural words, such as prepositions, conjunctions, auxiliaries and articles are often pronounced in their weak forms in spoken English unless for emphasis. Sometimes, a content word may also be unstressed if it is placed between two strong-stressed words. In these situations, we use their weak forms to pronounce them. The following exercise is designed for you to recognize the weak forms of such words.
Listen to the recording and fill in the blanks with what you hear. Notice how the weak forms of words are pronounced. .
1.Let me take a quick look at your application.
2.To tell you the truth, I need a part time job, both for money and experience.
3.To my mind, being a teacher is an honorable job.
4.We’re supposed to look our best at an interview.
5.I don’t think you can handle both a part-time job and your schoolwork.
6.I’d like to find a job as a secretary.
7.In my opinion the competition in the job market is quite intense nowadays.
8.Many students in the West take part-time jobs to get some working experience for their future career.
9.As far as I’m concerned, working as a tourist guide is fun.
10.In job application it is required that you submit at least two recommendation letters written by your teachers or employers.
Part B
Script
We Have an Opening Now
（Steve is in the Personnel Department of the Atlas Raincoat Manufacturing Company.）
Ms. Campbell: Have a seat, Mr. Wells. Let me take a quick look at your application…I see that you want a part-time job.
Steve: That's right.
Ms. Campbell: We hire part-timers occasionally. How many hours a week do you want to work?
Steve: About fifteen or twenty.
Ms. Campbell: You're a junior at the university, I see. Also, you were a lifeguard for the past two summers.
Steve: Yes. But this year I have an apartment. So I need a job during the school year, too.
Ms. Campbell: Do you think you can handle both a job and school?
Steve: Well, I have a B average. Yes, I think I can do it.
Ms. Campbell: Your references are very good. They say you're a hard worker and are very reliable.
Steve: I seldom miss work, and I'm always on time.
Ms. Campbell: Well, Steve, we have one opening now.
Steve: That's wonderful!
Ms. Campbell: We need a clerk in the mailroom.
Steve: That's fine.
Ms. Campbell: The job pays the minimum wage.
Steve: That's okay.
Ms. Campbell: However, it's on the night shift.
Steve: That's all right.
Ms. Campbell: The hours are 2 to 6 a.m., Monday through Friday.
Steve: That's… not so good.
Ms. Campbell: I know. What do you think? Are you interested?
Steve: Well,…I often take a nap in the afternoon, and then I stay up late. I guess the hours are okay. When do I start?
Ms. Campbell: On Monday.
Steve: All right. Thank you.
Exercise 1: Listening for general understanding
Listen to the recording and choose the right answers to the questions you hear.
1. What do you know about the man from the conversation?
a. He is a university student, looking for a part-time job.
b. He is a lifeguard but intends to find a better job.
c. He is a junior school student working part time as a lifeguard.
d. He is a clerk, working in the mailroom of a university.
2. What can be inferred about the man?
a. He has met the woman before.
b. He is an experienced job hunter.
c. He likes the job offered to him very much.
d. He is badly in need of a job.
Exercise 2: Listening for details
Listen to the recording again and fill in the blanks with the missing information.
INFORMAYION ABOUT THE JOB APPLICANT
Name: Steve Wells
Status: A university junior
Academic record: B average
Work experience: A lifeguard for two summers
Accommodation: Lives in an apartment
References' remarks: Hard working and reliable
Self evaluation: Seldom absent from work and always on time
Reason for accepting the job: To pay the rent of the apartment
INFORMATION ABOUT THE JOB OFFERED
Job: A clerk in the mailroom
Working schedule: 2 to 6 a.m. Monday through Friday
Wage: Minimum
Part C
Additional Listening
A Passage Unusual Interviewees
Listen to the passage once. Then read the following statements based on the passage. The possible answers are already offered as “Mentioned”, “Can be inferred” or “Can’t be inferred”. As you read, choose the right answers to the statements.
Statements:
1.A candidate who failed to finish high school had been kidnapped to Mexico.
a. Mentioned b. Can be inferred c. Can’t be inferred
2.The candidate who had no time for lunch didn’t have good manners.
a. Mentioned b. Can be inferred c. Can’t be inferred
3.The female candidate listening to music was not very serious about her interview.
a. Mentioned b. Can be inferred c. Can’t be inferred
4.A candidate broke an arm fighting with the interviewer.
a. Mentioned b. Can be inferred c. Can’t be inferred
5.The candidate who had little hair cared much for his appearance.
a. Mentioned b. Can be inferred c. Can’t be inferred
6.All the interviewees were hired.
a. Mentioned b. Can be inferred c. Can’t be inferred
Script
Unusual Interviewees
A recent survey asked vice-presidents and personnel directors of America’s 100 largest corporations for their most unusual experiences interviewing prospective employees.
They included:
A job applicant who challenged the interviewer to a fight.
A job candidate who said he had never finished high school because he was kidnapped and kept in a closet in Mexico.
A balding candidate who excused himself during the interview and then returned wearing a full hairpiece.
A candidate who wore headphones to the interview and, when asked to remove them, explained that she could listen to the interview and the music at the same time.
A candidate who said he didn’t have time for lunch and then started to eat a hamburger and French fries in the interviewer’s office.
A clumsy candidate who fell and broke an arm during the interview.
An applicant who interrupted the questioning to phone her doctor for advice.
A candidate who dozed off during the interview.
A candidate who refused to sit down and insisted on being interviewed standing up.
A candidate who asked, “Would it be a problem if I’m angry most of the time?”
It was reported that all of them were hired.
Part D
Test Your Listening
A Conversation
Listen to the conversation and choose the right answers to the questions you hear.
Script
W: Before we finish, I have just one or two more questions.
M: Certainly.
W: May I ask why you want to leave your present job?
M: You know I'd like to work in a larger company that offers more opportunities for growth.
W: I understand. But perhaps you could tell me a little more about yourself.
M: All right. I'm married. My wife's name is Barbara. She works at P&G Company. We have one son.
W: Uh-huh. Any hobbies or special interests?
M: Yes. I collect stamps and I like to play tennis.
W: Oh. That's interesting. Tell me, do you have any questions for me?
M: Yes. Could you tell me about the hours?
W: Yes. The work-day is from nine to five, with a one-hour lunch break at noon.
M: And may I ask about the salary?
W: Oh, I didn't mention the salary?
M No, I don't believe so.
W: The salary is $65,000.
M: And may I ask about vacations?
W: Yes. Employees receive ten days off per year for the first two years, and fifteen days off per year after that.
M: And what about the company benefits?
W: Yes. We have an excellent benefits package that includes health insurance, a retirement program, and a savings plan.
M: That sounds very complete. I really appreciate the time you've taken to talk with me.
W: My pleasure. You'll be hearing from us shortly.
M: Thank you very much.
1.Why does the man want to leave his present job?
a.He wants to earn more money.
b.He wants to work in a much larger company.
c.His present company doesn’t offer him a complete benefits package.
d.His present company doesn’t offer him more opportunities for growth.
2.What do you know about the man?
a.He’s got a large family.
b.He enjoys playing two kinds of sports.
c.He’s ambitious.
d.He thinks a good benefits package is more important than a high salary.
3.What can we learn from the conversation?
a The man is quite sure that he’ll be accepted by the new company.
b. The man can have 15 days off per year if he works in the new company for three years.
c. The man is now working in a very small company.
d. The man earns about $65,000 at his present job.
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