新视野大学英语3听力原文答案.docx

1、新视野大学英语3听力原文答案新视野大学英语视听说教程第三册答案 Uint1 II. Basic Listening Practice1. Script W: Ok. Its your turn to pay the bill. I paid last time.M: What? You have a selective memory. You tried to pay last turn, but your credit card failed; so I ended up paying! Its definitely your turn. Q: What is true according

2、to the conversation?2. Script M: Im having real trouble reviewing for this French exam. I just cant memorize all the vocabulary.W: Me too. I hate having to learn things by heart. I guess we just have to keep reading the texts over and over. Q: What does the woman prefer?3. Script W: Oh look! Theres

3、that guy we saw last week, playing football in the park! He looked great in his kit, remember?M: Him? I dont remember him. Ive got a terrible memory for faces. I have a hard time even recording people Ive been introduced to. Q: According to the conversation, what is the mans problem?4. Script M: Why

4、 is there a big sign on the back of your door that says “keys”?W: Its to remind me to take my keys when I go out because Im always locking myself out by accident! It doesnt help enough. Now I just forget to read the sign. Q: Why is there a sign on the back of the door?5. Script M: That history exam

5、was really hard. The essay question was terrible!W: I know, I wish I were like David. He has a photographic memory, you know. How useful that would be! Q: What is true of David? Keys: 1.C 2.D 3. A 4.B 5.CIII. Listening InScript M: Tell me your secret. Youre suddenly getting excellent marks in every

6、subject, and you used to be a bottom-of class student just like me.W: Simple enough. I read an article in a scientific journal that studying with remembering, based on recent research into the brain.M: Aw, that stuffs old hat: study at the same time every day, be sure your clothes are comfortable, a

7、nd make sure you have enough light, blah-blah-blah.W: Not so fast, wise guy. Im talking about principles like “Mental Visualization”, creating a picture in your mind of what is to be remembered.M: Ok, that dies sound different. Id “Association” a principleyou know, you connect what you want to remem

8、ber with something youre familiar with?W: Right on! Consolidation” is another. I review my notes right after class and consolidateor absorbthe new material into what Ive already learned.M: Youre moving ahead fast with those principles. I swear this weekend Im going to study sixteen hours a day both

9、Saturday and Sunday.W: Whoa, big guy. Thats not the way. Follow the principle of “Distributes Practice”. Shorter study sessions distributes over several days are better.M: That system is all very well for you; youve got a good memory. But what about me? Ive got a memory like a sieve.W: Youre too mod

10、est. Theres nothing wrong with your memory. But memory is like a muscle; it needs exercise. And dont forget it.While the man is wondering why the woman is suddenly getting excellent marks, she says she read an article on studying and remembering. It talks about principles like “Mental Visualization”

11、, that is, creating a picture in ones mind of what is to be remembered. This reminds the man of the principle of “Association”, which means connecting what one wants to remember with something one is familiar with. Then the woman adds the principle of “Consolidation”, or reviewing ones notes after c

12、lass and absorbing the new material into what one has already learned. When the man promise to study sixteen hours a day, the woman recommends the principle of “Distributed Practice”, which favors shorter study sessions distributed over several days. Finally, the woman tells the man that memory is l

13、ike a muscle, and that it needs exercise.Task 2: You forget my toast!ScriptAn 80-year-old couple was having problems remembering things, so they decide to go to their doctor to see what was wrong with them. They explained to the doctor about the problems they were having with their memory. After che

14、cking the couple over, the doctor told them that they were physically okay but might need to start writing things down to help them remember. The couple thanked the doctor and left. Later that night while watching TV, the old woman said to the old man, “Honey, will you please go to the kitchen and g

15、et me a dish of ice cream?”Before the man left, she added, “Why dont you write that down so you wont forget?” “Nonsense,” said the husband, “I can remember a dish of ice cream!”“Well,” said the wife, “Id like some strawberries on it. Youd better write that down because I know your memory is failing.

16、”“Dont be silly,” replied the husband. “Therere only two things: a dish of ice cream and some strawberries. I can surely remember that!”With that, he rushed into the kitchen. After about twenty minutes he returned from the kitchen and handed her a plate of bacon and eggs. The wife took one look at t

17、he plate, glanced up at her husband, and said, “Hey, you forget the toast!” Keys: FTFFFTask3: Memory-Improving TechniquesScript There are many techniques you can use to improve your memory. Some of them are introduced her. First and foremost, you need to stimulate your memory all the time. To put it

18、 simply, you should use your memory as much as possible. It is especially important to try to learn something new. If you work in an office, learn to dance; if you are a dancer, learn to deal with a computer, if you work with sales, and learn to play chess; if you are a programmer, learn to paint. T

19、hese added activities stimulate the brain so that I t continues to function. Older people need to pay attention to things they are dealing with. Dont try to memorize everything that catches your attention; focus on what you consider important. For example, you can take any object such as a pen and c

20、oncentrate on it. Think on its various characteristics: its material, its function, its color, and so on. Dont allow any other thought to occupy your mind while you are concentrating in that pen. Another method that can be used is to relax yourself. It is impossible to remember things if you are ten

21、se or nervous. So, try holding your breath for ten seconds, and then release it slowly. Association is also a powerful tool to develop your memory. For example, if you cannot remember a persons name, you can think about a special feature of his face and then link it with his mane.1. Whats seems to b

22、e an especially important way to stimulate ones memory?2. What seems to be the best way to focus your memory?3. How can you concentrate on a pen?4. How can you relax yourself according to the passage?5. What is the main idea of the passage? Keys: 1A 2.C3. D 4.B 5.DVI. Further Listening and SpeakingT

23、ask1: The Role Memory Plays in Our LifeScript：Since memory plays a significant role in our life, scientists are increasingly interested in research on how to improver memory, Here are some factors they believe to be important to expanding memory capacity.To begin with, you must take special care in

24、your daily life. Food for example, is very important. Some vitamins are essential foe your memory to work properly. They are found in bread, cereal, vegetables and fruits. Some experts say that synthesizes vitamins improve memory, but others have doubts about this, arguing that the studies have not

25、confirmed they do work. Another essential factor is water. It helps to maintain the memory systems, especially in older persons. According to Dr. Roswell, lack of water in the body has an immediate and strong effect on memory; it can cause confusion and other thought difficulties. Sleep also plays a

26、 significant role. To be able to have a goof memory, we must allow the brain to have plenty of rest. While sleeping, the brain no longer controls the senses, and starts to revise and store the information one has receives. Lack of sleep would make one feel exhausted and would weaken ones ability to

27、concentrate. Also, one ability to store information would be affected. 1. What is the passage mainly about?2. Why are foods important in promoting memory according to the passage?3. To whom is water especially important in maintaining the memory system?4. What problem can a lack of water cause?5. Wh

28、y is sleep important to memory? Keys: 1.A 2.B 3.D 4.D 5.CTask 2: Where did the professor go?Script：This is a true story, while happened to friends of ours in a small town in South Africa. They were a hospitable couple who often entertained their neighbors for drinks, tea or dinner. On this particula

29、r spring night, they have invited a retired professor to super. During the evening, it began to pour with rain, and the heavens really opened. Because he had walked there, they offered to put him up for the night. They pointed out that by staying overnight, he did not need to go to out in the bad we

30、ather. He agreed on the soundness of that idea, thanked his hosts profusely, and the matter seemed to be settled. But while they were washing the dishes after supper, the forgetful professor disappeared. No one could find him anywhere. Eventually, after40 minutes, the front door bell rang. There was

31、 the professor, soaked to the skin. When he was asked what on earth he has been dong in the rain, he replied that because he was going to stay there overnight, he had gone home to get his pajamas and toothbrush.Task3: How to Remember NamesScript：You just called the TV repair shop, and the voice on t

32、he other end of the line tells you, “This is Don Smith”. About 5 minutes later you tell your wife that “this guy” will be out to fix the TV in the morning. You cant think of his mane although you know he mentioned it on the phone. This happens all the time to just about any of us unless we have learned to concentrate and implant a name in our memory, right at the time we hear it. To do this, you must make a habit of repeating the name back to the person. This action will remind you to store the name in your “memory bank” each time you hear someones nam