1997年10月托福听力文字

　　97年10月 托福听力文字
Part A
1. A: Have you saved enough to buy that new printer for your computer yet?
B: You know money seems to be burning a hold in my pocket latterly. Maybe next month.
What does the man mean?

2. A: We need a fourth player for tennis this morning. Do you want to join us?
B: I’ve got a class at nine. But Carol’s free and she’s really good.
What does the man suggest the woman do?
3. A: I don’t understand how this budget was calculated?
B: Let me have a look, OK?
What does the woman mean?
4. A: I’m going to the snack bar for a cup of coffee. Would you like me to bring you back something?
B: Not from the snack bar. But could you pick up a paper for me?
What does the man mean?
5. A: I’ll be coming straight from work. So I’ll have to pack a change of clothes.
B: It’s only a barbecue. Jeans and a T-shirt will be fine.
What does the woman imply?
6. A: Man. I’m exhausted! I stayed up the whole night studying for my history midterm exam.
B: Why do you always wait till the last minute?
What can be inferred about the man?
7. A: Let’s go watch the fireworks tonight.
B: I have tickets to the theater.
What does the woman mean?
8. A: Do you think you could give me a ride to the library tonight?
B: I’d like to. But I’m heading in the other direction. I’m meeting Jane tonight.
What does the man mean?
9. A: I want to pay you for that long distance call I made, but I suppose you haven’t gotten your phone bill yet.
B: Oh, but I have.
What does the man mean?
10. A: I’ve had my new stereo for a whole week. But I haven’t yet figure out how to record a cassette.
B: Didn’t an instruction manual come with it?
What does the woman imply?
11. A: Is there a candy machine in this building?
B: Uh-huh. It’s down the hall on your left. But it has an “out of order” sign on it.
What does the woman mean?
12. A: I’ve had it with being sick in bed. I read most of these magazines twice.
B: Well, if it will help, I’ll run to the store to get you some new ones.
What will the man probably do?
13. A: You know, I’ve been watering my plants regularly. But they are still not doing well in my new dorm room.
B: Maybe instead of keeping them in the corner, you should put them directly in front of the window.
What does the woman imply?
14. A: I think I’ll take my mother to that French restaurant on Main Street for her birthday.
B: I hope it’s not anytime soon. They’re usually booked up weeks in advance.
What does the man mean?
15. A: That famous violinist our professor was talking about is going to be the soloist in next week’s concert.
B: Great! I don’t want to miss it. Where can we get tickets?
What will the speakers probably do next week?
16. A: So are you going over to Cindy’s after class?
B: I’d like to. But she has a pet cat and I’m very allergic.
What does the man mean?
17. A: One of the members of the dormitory council is quitting. Do you know of anyone who’ll be interested in taking her place?
B: I’m not sure, but I’ll certainly keep an eye out for you.
What will the man probably do?
18. A: Have you heard about the new fitness center there building downtown?
B: Yeah. I can hardly wait for it to open.
What does the man mean?
19. A: Hi, I’d like to sign up for the film selection committee. Is this the right place?
B: Yes, it is. There are a lot of fun people on that committee, but you have to put in a
lot of hours. I hope your schedule isn’t too tight.
What does the woman imply?
20. A: You don’t seem to be able to sit still today. What’s going on?
B: Today they announce who gets the big scholarship for next year.
How does the man probably feel?
21. A: I’m really looking forward to the picnic tomorrow.
B: If we’re lucky, we’ll have some sun this year for a change.
What does the man imply?
22. A: What a mess for the custodian to clean up.
B: You can say that again.
What does the man mean?
23. A: I wish we had more time for lunch.
B: Me too. I get indigestion.
What does the man mean?
24. A: You haven’t seen a blue note book, have you? I hope I didn’t leave it at school.
B: Did you check that pile of books and papers you left on the desk last night?
What does the man imply?
25. A: The berries on this bush look kind of tasty. Do you think I should try one?
B: I wouldn’t. Even the birds stay away from that bush.
What does the woman imply?
26. A: What did you do to you hair?
B: I just had to have it cut. It was always getting in my eyes.
What does the woman imply?
27. A: You are on the right track. I just think you need to narrow the topic down.
B: Yeah, you are right. I always choose these broad areas when I’m doing a research paper.
What will the man probably do?
28. A: When are you going to have your eyes checked?
B: I had to cancel my appointment. I couldn’t fit it in.
What does the woman mean?
29. A: Did you notice that Mark shaved off all his beard over the summer?
B: Noticed? I didn’t even recognize him.
What does the man imply?
30. A: I probably should have found out if you like spicy food.
B: Oh, but I appreciate all the trouble you went to. I guess I’m just not a very adventurous eater.
What can be inferred about the woman?