____ making decisions, the human brain cannot be compared with the computer because in the long process of evolution the slow pace of life didn't require such an ability of the human brain.
A. On behalf of B. In contrast to
C. In salute to D. In terms of
The selection of the date was rather _______, since it mattered little to most of the club members who were free during the holidays.
A. fundamental. B. arbitrary. C. ambiguous. D. thorough.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.When did it rain last time in Juárez?
A. Three days ago. B. A month ago. C. A year ago.
2.What season is it now in Juárez?
A. Spring. B. Summer. C. Autumn.
3.What are the elderly advised to do?
A. Take a walk in the afternoon. B. Keep their homes cool. C. Drink plenty of water.
4.What is the speaker doing?
A. Hosting a radio program. B. Conducting a seminar. C. Forecasting the weather.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Why is Bill going to Germany?
A. To work on a project. B. To study German. C. To start a new company.
2.What did the woman dislike about Germany?
A. The weather. B. The food. C. The schools.
3.What does Bill hope to do about his family?
A. Bring them to Germany. B. Leave them in England. C. Visit them in a few months.
4.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Fellow-travelers. B. Colleagues. C. Classmates.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where will Mr. White be at 11 o’clock?
A. At the office. B. At the airport. C. At the restaurant.
2.What will Mr. White probably do at one in the afternoon?
A. Receive a guest. B. Have a meeting. C. Read a report.
3.When will Miss Wilson see Mr. White?
A. At lunch time. B. Late in the afternoon. C. The next morning.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What does the man say about the restaurant?
A. It’s the biggest one around. B. It offers many tasty dishes.
C. It’s famous for its seafood.
2.What will the woman probably order?
A. Fried fish. B. Roast chicken. C. Beef steak.
