Going to college is a big step for young people. Parents of new students at New York University are helping their children move in. Watch the following six brief interviews with some parents and one student, and listen to what they have to say about their feelings. Fill in the blanks according to what you have heard.
Segment1
“She's a ___1__ kid. I've always been ___2___ of her. You know , it's a little ___3___ to let her go off to college.”
Segment2
“I don't want to __4___ your feelings, but I'm like, I'm ready. I'm ready, I mean, I'm ready for this. You know, I've been waiting for it to happen, so I'm ready to be ___5____ , but I'm going to miss your food.”
Segment3
“I am happy as can be for Louisa. She so deserves to be in New York city at NYU, right here. I couldn't be ___6___ for her.”
Segment4
“___7____ moment for us, for all of our family, you know.”
Segment5
“It's a big dream for her, so we're ____8____ that she's made it. We're going to miss her like crazy, but that's okay. It's a great ____9___ . So proud, so proud.”
Segment6
“For me, it is peace . As a parent, you have children, you wonder what's going to take place. And now the fact that he is here now and is in one of the best schools in the nation. His future, I'm not ___10____ about, (be)cause the potential is so great.”
Segment1
“She's a ___1__ kid. I've always been ___2___ of her. You know , it's a little ___3___ to let her go off to college.”
Segment2
“I don't want to __4___ your feelings, but I'm like, I'm ready. I'm ready, I mean, I'm ready for this. You know, I've been waiting for it to happen, so I'm ready to be ___5____ , but I'm going to miss your food.”
Segment3
“I am happy as can be for Louisa. She so deserves to be in New York city at NYU, right here. I couldn't be ___6___ for her.”
Segment4
“___7____ moment for us, for all of our family, you know.”
Segment5
“It's a big dream for her, so we're ____8____ that she's made it. We're going to miss her like crazy, but that's okay. It's a great ____9___ . So proud, so proud.”
Segment6
“For me, it is peace . As a parent, you have children, you wonder what's going to take place. And now the fact that he is here now and is in one of the best schools in the nation. His future, I'm not ___10____ about, (be)cause the potential is so great.”
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- -So, what’s the matter with you then -Oh, nothing (). -Why’s that I thought you were pleased about the new job and going to Paris. -Yes, I am. It’s just that I’ve been here for so long and it’s hard to think of anywhere else as home. A: I’ve been so excited to get the news about moving. B: I’m just a bit fed up really. C: I’ve just quarreled with one of my colleagues. D: I’ve had a bad cough recently.
- [听力原文]W: Your roommate told me that I could find you here. What are you doing hereM: What does it look like I am doingW: Well, it looks like you are watching television, but we have a math test tomorrow, so I thought you’d be studying for it and maybe I can study with you.M: Oh, well, I am just taking a break. This equation (方程式) stuff gives me a headache if I work on it too long.W: I know what you mean. I’ve been working on it for three hours already. I’m beginning to go over. I just don’t get some of them.M: But I can’t believe you are coming to me. I mean you know what I got on the last test, don’t youW: Yeah, I know. You told me. I just thought two heads might be better than one.M: Yeah, that’s a good idea, but... you know, I wish I knew that person in our class who got a full score on the last test. She didn’t miss a question, Umm... was it MaryW: Oh yeah, Mary! She is my friend. She’d be a big help right now. Why don’t I give her a callM: Now It’s already 10:30. I don’t want to impose on her.W: Yeah, I guess you are right, but you know what, she owes me a big favor. Let’s at least give her a call and see what she says. Maybe going over some of the problems with us would help her review the material.M: That’s worth a try. What will the two speakers do next() A: Call a friend for help. B: Review some materials. C: Do a friend a big favor. D: Go over some problems.
- --I’m sorry I’m calling you so late.--___ Okay. A: This is B: You’re C: That’s D: I’m
- Lily: Hey, Andy. (1) I borrow your map of New York? Andy: Of course! Are you thinking of going there? Lily: Well, I (2) go there next summer. I (3) go if I pass my exams. Andy: Hmm, you (4) need to save up quite a lot. It’s an expensive city! Lily: I’m going with my sister who’s rich. I’m sure she (5) help me if I run out of money! Andy: You (6 ) find New York a bit big and noisy after living in a small town all yourlife. Lily: I’m sure I (7) love it!
- - You haven't lost the ticket, have you? - _________. I know it's not easy to get another one at the moment. A: I hope not B: Yes, I have C: I hope so D: Yes, I’m afraid so