What is your most valuable possession? Describe it and explain why it is important to you.
第1题
the information in the conversation and to give your opinion about the ideas presented. After the question, you will have 20 seconds to prepare your response and 60 seconds to speak. Listen to two students discussing tuition fees.
Question
The students discuss two solutions to the problem that affects them both. Describe the problem and the two solutions. Then state which of the two solutions you prefer and explain why.
第2题
. You will have 45 seconds to read the notice.
Begin reading now.
Reading Time: 45 seconds
Notice from the University
The university has decided to carry out a new housing fee system next semester. For the past several years, housing fees have remained the same for all students, but since different students have different demands and the new apartment building has been completed, it is necessary to divide several grades of housing fees.
The students who would like to live in the old dormitory building will pay the same fee as before, that is $800 per year; those who prefer moving to the new apartment building will pay approximately 50 percent more, that is about $1200. This new fee system will take effect from next semester. More information is available on the campus website.
第3题
Reading
In this question, you will read a short passage about a campus situation and then listen to a talk on the same topic. Then you will answer a question using information from both the reading and the talk. After the question, you will have 30 seconds to prepare you response and 60 seconds to speak.
The Students' Council has voted for a universal bus pass. Read the article from the university newspaper about the plan. You will have 50 seconds to read the announcement. Begin reading now.
Universal Bus Pass is a Go
The Students' Council has ratified the positive results of Thursday's campus wide referendum on the Universal Bus Pass. The UBP will come into effect this coming academic year, and a fee of $75 will be added to the student fees to cover the cost of the pass. The pass will be part of the student card and will be valid for one year. Earlier this year, the Council proposed a Universal Bus Pass to reduce parking congestion and promote green alternatives to transportation to and from campus. However, students will not be able to opt out of the plan as a result of the agreement negotiated with the Transit Authority.
Listening
Question
The woman expresses her opinion of the decision by the Students' Council to implement the Universal Bus Pass. State her opinion and explain the reasons she gives for having that opinion.
第4题
SCIENCE SEMINAR
Any student is welcome to join the seminar section of our core science program.In the seminar, we read, discuss, and write about various topics in science and mathematics. We assume no background in mathematics or physics.We explore ideas about nature, history, and the philosophy of science, as well as methods of physics and mathematics. Readings and topics vary each term.Seminar students work together with beginning and advanced science students.Students earn 2 or 4 science credits by participating in one or two seminars each week and by completing short papers and online assignments.
Now cover the passage and listen to the recording.When you hear the question, begin preparing your response.
The man expresses his opinion about the science seminar.State his opinion and explain the reasons he gives for holding that opinion.
第5题
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE DEAN: NEW CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
The academic dean announces an important change to the university's core curriculum concerning the number of required credits in mathematics and writing. The mathematics requirement will increase from 1 to 2 courses (or a total of 7 credit hours). The writing requirement will increase from 2 to 3 courses (or a total of 9 credit hours). This change is in response to employers and graduate schools who state that students applying for employment or admission to graduate programs need strong skills in mathematics and writing. The new credit requirements will apply to all students who graduate after May 1 of next year.
Now cover the passage and listen to the recording. When you hear the question, begin preparing your response.
The woman expresses her opinion about the new credit requirements. State her opinion and explain the reasons she gives for holding that opinion.
第6题
n the lecture. Click in the correct box for each phrase.
第7题
This question is worth 3 points.
Answer Choices
1. Demonstrates self-awareness
2. Has prohibitive costs
3. Focuses on specific tasks
4. Doesn't currently exist
5. May one day displace humans
6. Includes programs such as grammar checkers
7. Is difficult to test
第8题
THE UNIFORMITY OF GOODS
Starting in the nineteenth century, there was a movement toward uniformity in American production. Manufacturers tried to provide a common material experience so that all Americans could enjoy goods that were similar in style, quality, and price. Manufacturers expanded their production capabilities to regularize production and produce nearly uniform. goods. The uniformity of products, or the belief that products were similar even when they were not, generally satisfied customers. Uniformity was achieved in several ways: through machine-based production, the identification of product type, the creation of brand names, and the establishment of standard sizes.
Now cover the passage and listen to the recording. When you hear the question, begin preparing your response.
The professor discusses the history of the clothing industry. Explain how this industry contributed to the uniformity of goods.
第9题
"Success"
Listen for a question that asks your opinion about a familiar topic.
Question
Some people believe that the best way to succeed is to set goals and work hard to achieve them. Other people think that hard work is not as important as good luck. Which point of view do you think is true and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
Preparation Time:15 seconds
Preparation Time:45 seconds
第10题
fuels have come to be regarded as rather dubious materials, ones that are useful and commonplace yet also to blame for some of the ecological problems that we are facing in the twenty-first century. Fortunately, there is a solution within reach: biopolymers, which are analogous to conventional plastics but superior in several ways.
One of the greatest advantages of biopolymers is their biodegradability. Biodegradation refers to the biological process by which the activity of microorganisms causes an organic material to degrade. In terms of biopolymers, what this means is that while conventional plastics pile up in landfills and litter our streets and parks, biopolymers disintegrate easily over time, turning into carbon dioxide, methane, and other compounds, and therefore contributing less pollution to the environment than traditional plastics.
There are other environmental benefits of biopolymers as well. Foremost among them is their suitability for sustainable use. Biopolymers can meet the world's need for a plastic material and do so in a way that does not jeopardize future generations' natural resources. This is because biopolymers are manufactured from products like potatoes, corn, and wheat--commodities that are renewable, unlike fossil fuels.
Already, biopolymers are being produced on a large scale as replacements for conventional plastics and have proven to be just as sturdy. For example, in the construction industry, biopolymers have found numerous applications and in fact are sometimes preferred over synthetic plastics because of their unique properties. Some of the important construction- related functions biopolymers perform. include water retention, thinning effects, and set acceleration. In addition, biopolymers can be found in food and beverage containers, packaging materials, textiles, and paper products. New research into biopolymers is also exploring ways that these special plastics can be processed to produce new materials.
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TOEFL Writing
Summarize the points made in the lecture, being sure to explain how they cast doubts on the points made in the reading passage.
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