新世纪大学英语视听说教程3原文 unit8.docx

1、新世纪大学英语视听说教程3原文 unit8新世纪大学英语视听说教程3原文 (unit8) 公司内部档案编码：OPPTR-OPPT28-OPPTL98-OPPNN08新世纪大学英语视听说教程3原文 (unit8)Unit 8 Men and WomenListeningAudio Track 3-8-1The man in the picture is handsome, even though he is bald and has a few wrinkles on his face. He looks athletic and muscular. Hes got nice white tee

2、th, big eyes, big ears, and thick eyebrows. If I had to guess, Id say hes an athlete.The lady in the picture is elegant and attractive. Shes young, petite and pretty. Shes got long straight hair and a slim face. She has a good figure, slim but not too thin. Shes got big eyes and thick eyebrows. My g

3、uess is that shes a movie star.Audio Track 3-8-2/ Audio Track 3-8-3/ Audio Track 3-8-4Joan: Greetings everyone! Im Joan Riverton and Im reporting directly from the red carpet at the Crystal Awards. Can you believe it There are stars everywhere! Speaking of movie stars, here comes one right now Debra

4、 Danvers Debra: Hello, Joan.Joan: Hello, Debra. Look at you!Debra: The dress is made by Vera Wang. Do you like itJoan: You look so elegant! Good luck at the awards show tonight.Debra: Thanks!Joan: That dress is a disaster! Here comes Marla Kelly, everyones favorite TV star. Shes so petite Marla! Mar

5、la! Over here!Marla: Good evening, Joan. You look wonderfulJoan: Same to you, Marla. Youre as pretty as a picture!Marla: Youre too kind. Joan: Good luck in there.Marla: Thanks, Joan.Joan: Well, frankly, her makeup is OK, but those earrings are a nightmare.Brad: Hello, Joan. What did you just sayJoan

6、: Oh, hello, Brad. Its soccer star Brad Litz, everyone. Hes here with his wife, Yasmin. You surprised me! Dont you look handsome in that suit!Brad: Thanks, Joan.Joan: And look at you, Yasmin. Youre always so attractive! Are you nervousYasmin: Yes! Im up for the Best Director Award. I hope I win.Joan

7、: Im sure you will.Yasmin: Thanks, Joan. Bye!Joan: She will never win. Her movie was terrible! And his suit I think it came from a discount store! Its so cheap! Well, were going to cut away to a commercial, but dont go anywhere. Well be back in 60 seconds with more stars and more excitement!Audio Tr

8、ack 3-8-5/ Audio Track 3-8-6Kylie: Hey, Alex, come here a second.Alex: YeahKylie: I need your help. Im kind of attracted to Gabe Martin.Alex: And I can helpKylie: Well, youre a guy, arent you Look, heres the situation: he sits next to me in math class. I think he has a nice personality, but Ive neve

9、r spoken to him. What should I doAlex: Talk to him. Just like youre talking to me.Kylie: You mean I should talk to him firstAlex: You talked to me first, didnt youKylie: Thats different. Were friends.Alex: Just talk to him. Gabe will like it. Just be sincere when you do it.Kylie: I dont know Alex: D

10、ont be shy. Gabes a really nice guy. We play on the football team together.Kylie: OK Maybe Ill try Audio Track 3-8-7/ Audio Track 3-8-8Tattoos may appeal to some young people for various reasons, but pose risks to them at the same time. There are many side effects of getting a tattoo. For one thing,

11、 using unclean needles that are not sterilized properly for tattoos may lead to contracting diseases, such as HIV. Tattoos also look very unprofessional. If a student walks into an interview with a tattoo on his or her neck, it may lower their chances of getting the job. Some people may even think t

12、attoos are disgusting. Tattoos may also be particularly unattractive and ugly-looking on females.Besides, tattoos are permanent and are not easy to get rid of. When they get old, the tattoos look like a mess.So no matter what reasons there might be for getting a tattoo, young people must always reme

13、mber the consequences and risks. They shouldnt get one unless they really want to keep it on their body forever and are willing to live with the consequences.Audio Track 3-8-9/ Audio Track 3-8-10(Speaker 1: Rachel Levine)Im Rachel Levine. Im a psychologist.In my view, the Internet has caused problem

14、s in dating. Some people think the Internet will help them find love a lot faster. But even if you have a great relationship online, you still have to meet face to face. And then the relationship often doesnt work.(Speaker 2: Carman Torres)Im Carman Torres. Im 26 years old.I think high-tech dating d

15、oesnt work, because you cant really judge things like looks, personality, and sincerity online. On the computer a person can tell you all of their great qualities, and leave out the bad points. So you can waste a lot of time meeting guys that you really dont get along with.(Speaker 3: Tina Gunderson

16、)Im Tina Gunderson. Im 29 years old.I know Internet dating is really popular, but Ive never tried it. I think the best way to meet a boyfriend is at your job. You can get to know a person very well in a relaxed way, with no pressure, because youre not dating. You can learn about his personality beca

17、use you spend a lot of time together. You will find out about his family, his interests, and his sense of humor. Best of all, you can ask other peoples opinion of him, and get advice from your friends. You cant get all this online.Audio Track 3-8-11/ Audio Track 3-8-12Interviewer: Do you want to go

18、on a date Are you still single So are these people! We ask them two questions: The first question is “How did you recently try to meet someone” The second question is “How would you like to meet someone” After you have listened to their responses, you may realize something: Meeting someone special c

19、an be a challenge anywhere! Now, Deepak, tell me how did you recently try to meet someoneDeepak: Well, I went to a “speed dating” event in London. There is a long table. Boys sit on one side and girls sit on the other. You talk to the person sitting across from you. After three minutes a bell rings,

20、 and you move on the next person. You check off the names of the people you like. It was fun, but three minutes is too short! I didnt make any matches.Interviewer: And how would you like to meet someoneDeepak: Id like to have someone introduce me to a nice girl. I dont like casual dating. Maybe Im t

21、oo traditional, but thats how I am.Interviewer: OK, now lets turn to Nina. Nina, how did you recently try to meet someoneNina: Well, I grew up in a small town before I moved to the big city. Back home, there was a guy I was attracted to, but I never talked to him. Recently, Ive tried to meet men her

22、e, but Im still too shy.Interviewer: And how would you like to meet someoneNina: I think its more relaxing to go out in a big group. I want to meet someone when Im out with a group of friends. That feels more natural and not so stressful.Interviewer: Good. Kaleo, whats your experience of meeting som

23、eone specialKaleo: I met a woman at work. I asked her out, but it caused problems. I need to find a new place for meeting women. Interviewer: Then how would you like to meet someoneKaleo: I think looks are important, but I want to meet someone with common interests. I love waterskiing and surfing. M

24、y friend says that Internet dating is fun. You can read all about the other person before you contact her. That might work for me.Interviewer: Wish you good luck. Now, Fumiko, tell us how did you recently try to meet someoneFumiko: I went to a kind of “matchmaking party.” There are the same number o

25、f boys and girls at the party. Its not very romantic. And when I attended, the drinks were very expensive!Interviewer: Really, then how would you like to meet someoneFumiko: Id like to meet someone by myself in a romantic way. Imagine this: There is a huge rainstorm. A handsome stranger shares his u

26、mbrella with you. You and he fall in love. I know it sounds crazy, but thats my fantasy. Audio Track 3-8-131. Joan interviewed Debra, Marla, Brad, and Yasmin.2. The winner will receive a diamond ring, a new sports car, and $50,000.3. We need to get some juice, soda, and coffee.Speaking & Communicati

27、onAudio Track 3-8-14Chris: Guess what Im getting a tattoo.Tyler: Are you serious WhyChris: Oh, Ive always wanted one. Ive already waited for two years. Now Im ready!Tyler: I dont think you should get one.Chris: Why notTyler: Well, for one thing, its going to hurt.Chris: I know. Thats what everyone s

28、ays.Tyler: For another, tattoos arent easy to remove. What happens if you change your mindChris: You sound like my mom. Shes not very happy about my decision either.Audio Track 3-8-15A: Do you think college students should get tattoosB: No, I dont think so because tattoos are permanent, you cant rem

29、ove them easily. More importantly, I think some tattoos look really ugly.A: Do you think college students should wear makeupB: Yes, I think there is no harm in sometimes wearing makeup. Besides, it helps me feel confident and hides my spots!Audio Track 3-8-16A: Are you dating right nowB: Me No, not

30、at the moment.A: Come on. Tell me the truth. What about that tall boy I always see you withB: You mean Tony Were just in the same study group. Thats all. Hes not my type. A: Oh really Whats your typeB: Well, he should be intelligent, and have a good sense of humor. What about youA: Well I havent tho

31、ught about this seriously. But Im attracted to smart guys, too. Good looks are not important to me. But he should be honest and romantic.Video CourseVideo Track 3-8-1Calum: Im really looking for a girl whos um very interesting and funny. I think that personality is very important, and I like elegant

32、 and romantic girls.Jennifer: Im really attracted to tall, handsome men. But also its very important that theyre intelligent, witty, and have a good sense of humor.Nick: I think a woman is beautiful when shes smart, and funny, and also very caring.Dan: I think that a woman is beautiful if she has long hair, if shes very natural, if shes confident and strong a