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　　Section A

　　Conversation 1

　　M: And now, for the lighter side of the news, Europe is setting an example for the rest of the world when it comes to food waste.

　　W: That’s right John. This week the Italian government pass legislation that aims to dramatically reduce the amount of food wasted in the country. New laws have been put into place that would make it easier for farms and supermarkets to donate unsold foods to those who are in need.

　　M: Yes. And in addition to this, businesses would now be rewarded for successful efforts to cut food waste.

　　W: Italy is not the only country to focus on reducing food waste. Just earlier this year, the European Parliament voted in favor of legislation that would stop grocery giants from unfair trading practices that result in overproduction, thus creating waste.

　　M: In France, the government has banned supermarkets from throwing away edible foods and imposed harsh penalties on businesses that fail to comply with the regulations.

　　W: While there is still much progress to be made, other countries could learn a thing or two from the example set by France and Italy. In the United States, up to forty percent of all food goes uneaten. Despite the fact that one in seven American households lacks regular access to good food, one major cause of this problem is the confusion over food expiration labels, which are currently not regulated by the government.

　　M: All this could change soon. This wave of new laws in Europe will definitely put more pressure on law makers to reduce food waste here. We turn now to a spokesperson from Harvard University’s Food Law and Policy Clinic for more on the story. And now, let’s welcome Prof. Edward Becker to speak to us.

　　Question 1 to 4 are based on the conversation you have just heard.

　　1.What does the woman say about the new laws in Italy?

　　答案：C) They facilitate the donation of unsold foods to the needy.

　　A) They reward businesses that eliminate food waste.

　　B) They prohibit the sale of foods that have gone stale.

　　C) They facilitate the donation of unsold foods to the needy.

　　D) They forbid businesses to produce more foods than needed.

　　2. What did the European Parliament do reduce food waste?

　　答案：B) It passed a law aiming to stop overproduction.

　　A) It imposed penalties on businesses that waste food.

　　B) It passed a law aiming to stop overproduction.

　　C) It voted against food import from outside Europe.

　　D) It prohibited the promotion of bulk food sales.

　　3. What has the French government done recently?

　　答案：D) It has banned supermarkets from dumping edible foods.

　　A) It has warned its people against possible food shortages.

　　B) It has penalized businesses that keep overproducing foods.

　　C) It has started a nationwide campaign against food waste.

　　D) It has banned supermarkets from dumping edible foods.

　　4. What is the major cause of food waste in the United States?

　　答案：A) The confusion over food expiration labels.

　　A) The confusion over food expiration labels.

　　B) The surplus resulting from overproduction.

　　C) Americans’ habit of buying food in bulk.

　　D) A lack of regulation on food consumption.

　　解析：

　　长对话1主要讲的欧洲在处理食物浪费问题上为别的地方树立的典范。其中举了意大利和法国的例子，对话的顺序与对应题目出现的先后顺序一致。意大利的法律促使农场和超市把没卖出的食物捐给需要的人，对应第一题。欧盟议会立法阻止大零售商因不公平交易而导致的过度生产，对应第二题。法国政府禁止超市扔掉食物，对于第三题。美国食物浪费的主要原因在于食物过期标签还存在迷惑性，对应第四题。

　　Conversation 2

　　M: Thank you for calling Saks Fifth Avenue department store. How can I be of assistance to you today?

　　W: Hello. I was in your store this past weekend and bought a few items. Yesterday, my friend told me that the annual anniversary sales had begun. It turned out she bought the same sweater as I did but for a much lower price.

　　M: Yes. Our anniversary sale started on Monday. We do offer price adjustments within seven days of purchase to ensure our customer satisfaction. You said you did the purchase here this past weekend?

　　W: Yes. I was shopping in your store last Sunday afternoon.

　　M: That would definitely fall within the price adjustment window. Do you have an account with us? We can credit your account directly with the difference if you wish. Otherwise we can send a gift card by mail if you prefer.

　　W: Crediting my account would be wonderful. Thank you. Now that you mention there's a sale going on, I do remember a dress I quite like when I was in the shop on Sunday. Is it on offer as well?

　　M: Yes, ma'am. All the new arrivals are 15-20% off. In addition to the sale, we're running a promotion for complimentary tailoring if you need it.

　　W: That's a good news. The dress really caught my eye but I did have some concerns about the length. How long will the alterations take?

　　M: Our tailoring department guarantees alterations to be completed within five working days. If you like I can set one aside for you. If you're able to come this afternoon, you can give your name to the sale manager and they will be able to assist you.

　　Question 5 to 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.

　　5. What do we learn about Saks department store?

　　答案：B) It has just launched its annual anniversary sales.

　　A) It has started a week-long promotion campaign.

　　B) It has just launched its annual anniversary sales.

　　C) It offers regular weekend sales all the year round.

　　D) It specializes in the sale of ladies’ designer dresses.

　　6. What does the man say Saks department store offers?

　　答案：D) Price adjustments within seven days of purchase.

　　A) Price reductions for its frequent customers.

　　B) Coupons for customers with bulk purchases.

　　C) Free delivery of purchases for senior customers.

　　D) Price adjustments within seven days of purchase.

　　7. What does the woman want the store to do to address the price difference?

　　答案：C) Credit it to her account.

　　A) Mail a gift card to her.

　　B) Allow her to buy on credit.

　　C) Credit it to her account.

　　D) Give her some coupons.

　　8. What is the service Saks department store offers in addition to the promotional sale?

　　答案：D) Complimentary tailoring.

　　A) Refunding for goods returned.

　　B) Free installing of appliances.

　　C) Prolonged goods warranty.

　　D) Complimentary tailoring.

　　解析：

　　长对话2是一位百货商店店员与一位女顾客间的对话。女士抱怨说，她的朋友在商店周年庆活动中以更少的价钱买了一件和她一样的毛衣，希望商店能给自己减去差价。店员确认他们可在七天内可以提供调价服务，且女士符合这个条件。女士选择了把差价充进自己的商店账户里并且享受了商店免费提供的衣服剪裁服务。

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