[exam][speaking test]2023-04

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Exam 2023-04

Part 1 (45 + 45)

Text 1

Are you worried about your valuables getting damaged when you travel? Then worry no more because now you can purchase the Mega Bag. The Mega Bag is a durable and waterproof travel case that protects your jewelry, mobile phone, and other important items. What's more, it comes in a variety of colors. Buy your Mega Bag today!

Text 2

Ladies and gentleman, welcome to tonight's performance featuring the city's best actors, musicians, and dancers. While you are watching the performance, please keep in mind that taking pictures is not allowed. In addition, we request that you keep your cell phone switched off at all times. Thank you for your cooperation.

Part 2 (30 + 30)

Picture 1

This is the picture taken outdoors, on the street. In the middle, there are two men walking side by side. On the left, the man with a beard is wearing a hat and a brown jacket. He is making a gesture while talking. On the right, the other man is looking at him and smiling. It seems that he is listening to the story his friend is telling. He is holding a mobile phone in his hand. On the right, I can see some scooters parked along the street. In the background, there are many cars moving on the road.

Picture 2

This is the picture taken at the lobby of an airport. There are many people in the picture. On the right, there are two old people, one man and one woman, standing next to each other. The woman wearing a jean shirt is holding her suitcase. The man wearing glasses is looking at his passport. Beside him, I can see a cart with some luggage stacked on it. On the left, there are some people standing and holding their luggage. Overall, people are waiting for their check-in procedure.

Part 3 (15 + 15 + 30)

Topic: Purchase textbooks

Imagine that a local magazine is conducting a survey on purchasing textbooks. You have agreed to join a telephone interview regarding buying books.

Q: Where is the ideal place to buy textbooks in your area? Have you ever bought books there? A: The ideal site to purchase textbooks in my neighborhood is a store named Sky Bookstore. It offers a wide range of textbooks at reasonable prices.

Q: Do you think it is a good idea to buy books through online platforms? A: Yes, that is a good idea to get books through the Internet. It is quite convenient because you can sit at one place and browse many stores to choose the books you prefer.

Q: Do you like reading electronic books or paper ones? Why? A: Personally, I prefer reading books on electronic devices over paper books. First of all, it is convenient for me when I need to travel somewhere. I do not need to carry heavy physical books with me. In addition, buying electronic versions can help me save money. For example, currently, I read books through the Kindle app on my iPad. The price to get the Kindle version is much cheaper than the paper one. Also, after the payment process, I can enjoy the book immediately. Unlike paper books, I need to wait for delivery. Therefore, I am in favor of reading materials on the electronic devices.

Part 4 (15 + 15 + 30)

Topic: Magnificent Moment Event Planner

Hello, this is Sarah. I misplaced my schedule for May 23rd, so can you answer some questions for me to confirm a few things?

Q: When does the first meeting start and finish? And who will I meet? A: Hello, your first meeting will begin at eight thirty A.M. and end at nine thirty A.M. You will have an appointment with Springhill's banquet manager, Haley Taylor.

Q: I remember that I will have lunch at noon with Andrew Simmons. Is this right? A: I'm afraid that your information is not correct. At noon, you will have lunch with Beth Bryant, the event photographer.

Q: It's supposed that there are some sessions after lunch. Can you give me details of the activiies I need to do in the afternoon? A: Well, according to the schedule, you will attend two activities after having lunch with Beth Bryant. From one P.M. to three P.M., you will meet Andrew Simmons from Pure Catering Kitchen to talk about the menu prices of the event. After that, from three P.M. to four P.M., you will stop by Abigail's Flower Creations to take sample decorations and catalogues.

Part 5 (60)

Topic: Art course

Q: Do you think that current employees should learn one art course while working at the company? A: In my opinion, individuals should take part in one art course while working at one company because of the following reasons. First of all, the art course can help employees stimulate their creativity. For example, if people are working in creative industries such as designers or artists, this class is essential for them to gain more knowledge. This assists them to create innovative works while designing artworks like posters, banners, or advertising videos. Therefore, employee performance will improve. In addition, art courses can also help workers relieve stress and be seen as a hobby after work. They can help employees forget all the tiredness and refresh their mind. Hence, individuals can better their duties at work. In conclusion, I am favor of letting people participate in art classes. These courses can develop their creative ability and can be supposed to be an activity to release stress.

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Vocabulary & Phrase

purchase /ˈpɜːtʃəs/ zh. 购买

durable /ˈdjʊərəbl/ en. likely to last for a long time without breaking or getting weaker zh. 耐用的

jewelry /ˈdʒuːəlri/ en. objects such as rings and necklaces that people wear as decoration zh. 珠宝

variety /vəˈraɪəti/ en. several different sorts of the same thing zh. 多种多样的

musician /mjuˈzɪʃn/ en. a person who plays a musical instrument or writes music, especially as a job zh. 音乐家

gesture /ˈdʒestʃə(r)/ en. a movement that you make with your hands, your head or your face to show a particular meaning zh. 手势；肢体语言

procedure /prəˈsiːdʒə(r)/ en. a way of doing something, especially the usual or correct way zh. 手续；过程

survey /ˈsɜːveɪ/ en. an investigation of the opinions, behaviour, etc. of a particular group of people, which is usually done by asking them questions zh. 调查

magnificent /mæɡˈnɪfɪsnt/ en. extremely attractive and impressive; deserving praise zh. 壮丽的

agenda /əˈdʒendə/ en. a list of items to be discussed at a meeting zh. 议程；

banquet /ˈbæŋkwɪt/ en. a formal meal for a large number of people, usually for a special occasion, at which speeches are often made zh. 宴会

decoration /ˌdekəˈreɪʃn/ en. a thing that makes something look more attractive on special occasions zh. 装饰

catalogue /ˈkætəlɒɡ/ en. a complete list of items, for example of things that people can look at or buy zh. 目录

individual /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl/ en. a person considered separately rather than as part of a group zh. 个人

stimulate /ˈstɪmjuleɪt/ en. stimulate something -> to make something develop or become more active; to encourage something zh. 刺激；促进

creativity /ˌkriːeɪˈtɪvəti/ en. the use of skill and imagination to produce something new or to produce art zh. 创造力

innovative /ˈɪnəveɪtɪv/ en. introducing or using new ideas, ways of doing something, etc. zh. 创新的

poster /ˈpəʊstə(r)/ en. a large notice, often with a picture on it, that is put in a public place to advertise something zh. 海报

banner /ˈbænə(r)/ en. a long piece of cloth with a message on it that is carried between two poles or hung in a public place to show support for something zh. 横幅

hence /hens/ en. for this reason zh. 因此

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