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[听力原文]11-15
I’ve lived in Hexham all my life. As a matter of fact, I was born in this house. People never used to move away from their hometown. They were born in place, and they lived there until they died. My husband died ten years ago. We had seventy wonderful years together. We were very much alike. Both of us loved a good conversation. People used to talk to each other more in the past. Now they watch TV. Yes, 1 have lived-- for a hundred years. As for my secret of long life, well; I laugh a lot. Laughing is very important. I get a lot of exercise, too. I’ve always enjoyed .,’ports. I have always-- liked swimming. In fact, I still swim every day at the high school pool, and I have started running a little with my grandson.

When did the woman’s husband die
He died（）

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[听力原文]11-15
I’ve lived in Hexham all my life. As a matter of fact, I was born in this house. People never used to move away from their hometown. They were born in place, and they lived there until they died. My husband died ten years ago. We had seventy wonderful years together. We were very much alike. Both of us loved a good conversation. People used to talk to each other more in the past. Now they watch TV. Yes, 1 have lived-- for a hundred years. As for my secret of long life, well; I laugh a lot. Laughing is very important. I get a lot of exercise, too. I’ve always enjoyed .,’ports. I have always-- liked swimming. In fact, I still swim every day at the high school pool, and I have started running a little with my grandson.

In which aspect was the woman and her husband alike
Both of them loved a（）

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M: I’ve been waiting all week for this concert—the Philharmonic’s supposed to be excellent. And with our student discount, the ticket should be really cheap.
W: Uh, oh... I’m afraid I left my student ID in my other purse.

What does the woman imply （）
A. She didn’t bring the tickets.
B. She doesn’t want to attend the concert.
C. She forgot her money.
D. She won’t be able to get the student discount.

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M: How about my food I’ve been sitting here for almost half an hour.
W: I’m sorry, sir. It must be ready by now.

Where does the conversation most probably take place（）
A. In a book store.
B. At a ix)st office.
C. At a bank.
D. In a restaurant.

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M: I’ve had this great idea for my Linguistics paper, and I’m really excited about sitting down to write it.
W: Wouldn’t it be wise to get Dr. Cooper to approve it first

What does the woman suggest the man do （）
A. Start writing at once.
B. Ask for his friend’s suggestions.
C. Come up with another idea.
D. Get the professor’s approval.

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[听力原文]11-15
Of all the people around me, my mother is (11) the dearest. I love her, and I enjoy (12) spending time with her. In the future when she grows old, I will still stay with her. In my country, the sons and daughters usually live with their parents so when the parents are old, they won’t feel (13) lonely. But in some other countries, young people don’t like to live with their parents. Some of them even think their parents are (14) burdens to them. In my opinion, old people know a lot of things that can (15) help us and teach us; therefore, I enjoy living near my mother especially when she is old and needs more of my love and care.

What does the speaker think of her mother
Her mother is the（）person to her.

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W: Mr. Li, deputy manager of our company, would like to invite you to a dinner at 6 o’clock tonight. We’ll begin our business discussions tomorrow.
M: Fine. See you this evening.

When will they discuss the business（）
A. They will discuss it tonight.
B. They will discuss it when they have dinner.
C. They will discuss it tomorrow.
D. They will begin their business tomorrow.