Section C (1’×10 = 10’)
Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear three or four questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.
Passage One
Questions 16 to 18 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.
16. A) He is short of money.
B) He does not think money is everything.
C) He works hard for the sake of money.
D) He wants to be a successful businessman and has plenty of time for leisure.
17. A) People have reasons to seek fame.
B) People are advised not to seek fame.
C) Fame is less important than money.
D) Fame is more important than money.
18. A) She is not interested in either money or fame.
B) She wants to succeed in doing something more inventive.
C) She makes a living by doing research.
D) She thinks that those who seek fame will end up with a poor reputation.
Passage Two
Questions 19 to 21 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.
19. A) Cheating. C) Road accidents.
B) Theft. D) Air crash.
20. A) Have the right documents.
B) Learn the local customs.
C) Book tickets well in advance.
D) Make hotel reservations.
21. A) Get a lift if possible.
B) Contact your agent.
C) Have a friend meet you.
D) Use official transport.
Passage Three
Questions 22 to 25 are based on the passage you’ve just heard.
22. A) It covers 97 square kilometers.
B) It covers 179 square miles.
C) It is only half the size of Spain.
D) It is as big as New York City.
23. A) It was cut off from the rest of the world.
B) It imported food from foreign countries.
C) Its citizens enjoyed a peaceful, comfortable life.
D) Its geographic features attracted many visitors.
24. A) The increasing investment by developed countries.
B) The establishing of diplomatic relations with France and Spain.
C) The building of roads connecting it with neighboring countries.
D) The fast development of its neighboring countries.
25. A) They work on their farms.
B) They work in the tourist industry.
C) The make traditional handicrafts.
D) They raise domestic animals.
