2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What can we learn about Pedal Power?

A．It was started in 1996.

B．It gives bicycles to people for free.

C．It sends bicycles to poor areas regularly.

2. What happened to Pedal Power in August 2000?

A．It couldn't meet its costs.

B．It won an Enterprise Award.

C．It was criticized by the British media.

3. When did Dan Pearman go to Ecuador?

A．In 1993.

B．In 1998.

C．In 2001.

4. Why was Dan Pearman's neighbor successful in business?

A．He offered many jobs to craftsmen in the town.

B．He was the most skilled craftsman in the village.

C．He could reach customers easily by riding his bike.

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What was the significant change in Partricia Pania’s life?

A．Being a homemaker.

B．Turning famous educator.

C．Becoming a public figure.

2. What had led to Pania’s personal tragedy?

A．Driver’s speeding.

B．Her running a stop sign.

C．A driver’s failure to concentrate.

3. How did Pania feel when she began her first speech?

A．Nervous and unsure.

B．Calm and confident.

C．Brave and forceful.

4. What could be expected as a result of Pania’s efforts?

A．More strict training of women drivers.

B．Restrictions on cell phone use while driving.

C．Improved traffic conditions in cities.

4 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What happened to Dolly Parton in school?

A．She moved to Nashville.

B．Her father paid the teacher with a bag of corn.

C．Her classmates prevented her from performing in a TV show.

2. What was Dolly Parton's first job?

A．Singing.

B．Starting a business.

C．Writing songs.

3. What makes Dolly Parton easy to recognize?

A．Her hair.

B．Her voice.

C．Her clothing.

4. What does the speaker want the listeners to do with this information?

A．Take notes for a test.

B．Be encouraged to find out more.

C．Memorize the details.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What was the weather like that day?

A．It was rainy.

B．It was sunny.

C．It was snowy.

2. What did the speaker decide to do after lunch that day?

A．Stay to help her friend.

B．Walk alone to her car.

C．Wait for the rain to stop.

3. Where did the speaker meet the taxi passenger?

A．At a crossroads.

B．In front of a hotel.

C．Beside a car park.

4. What does the speaker talk about?

A．An exciting lunch party.

B．A well-known short story.

C．An unforgettable experience.

6 . 听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
1. What is a major challenge that Stevie Wonder has had to face?

A．His unsuccessful records.

B．Pressure from other musicians.

C．Not being able to use his eyes.

2. When did Stevie Wonder start his professional career?

A．At the age of 6.

B．At the age of 11.

C．At the age of 19.

3. How many Grammy Awards did Stevie Wonder receive?

A．10.

B．25.

C．30.

4. What kinds of songs did Stevie Wonder often record?

A．Rap songs about life.

B．Sad songs about death.

C．Happy songs about love.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What do we know about Carol?

A．She is a good planner.

B．She has a sweet tooth.

C．She is overweight.

2. What does Carol normally do when she feels unhappy?

A．Do some shopping.

B．Eat a lot of things.

C．Drink more tea.

3. Which might be the doctor’s suggestion to Carol?

A．Playing with friends.

B．Drinking some cola.

C．Getting fun from eating.