全民英檢中高級 英語聽力測驗 模擬試題 2

I'm having trouble retrieving the archived project files from the cloud server; do you happen to remember the decryption protocol? (A) Yes, I think we should delete those files to save some space. (B) Actually, you need to input the security token generated by the authenticator app first. (C) I agree that cloud storage is much more convenient than local drives. (D) The project was completed ahead of schedule thanks to your efforts.

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我从云端服务器提取归档的项目文件时遇到了麻烦，你还记得解密协议吗？ (A) 是的，我觉得我们应该删掉那些文件来省点空间。 (B) 其实，你需要先输入身份验证器App生成的安全令牌。 (C) 我也觉得云端存储比本地硬盘方便得多。 (D) 多亏了你的努力，项目提前完成了。

Since we have to present our research findings next Monday, shouldn't we schedule at least one dry run this weekend? (A) That sounds like a plan; I'll book a study room at the library for Saturday afternoon. (B) I prefer running outdoors rather than on a treadmill anyway. (C) The research findings were already published in a prestigious journal. (D) Monday is a public holiday, so the campus will be closed.

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问：既然我们下周一就要汇报研究成果，我们这周末是不是应该至少预演一次？ (A) 听起来不错，那我来预订周六下午图书馆的自习室。 (B) 反正我更喜欢在室外跑步，而不是在跑步机上。 (C) 研究成果已经发表在一家权威期刊上了。 (D) 周一是法定节假日，所以校园会关闭。

The hiring committee was highly impressed by your credentials, though they expressed some reservations about your lack of field experience. (A) The committee members were indeed very polite during the interview. (B) Thank you, I will make sure to print more copies of my resume next time. (C) I have already submitted my academic transcripts to the HR department. (D) I understand, which is why I'm eager to undergo any necessary hands-on training from day one.

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招聘委员会对你的资历印象非常深刻，不过他们对你缺乏实地工作经验表示有些顾虑。 (A) 委员会成员在面试期间确实非常有礼貌。 (B) 谢谢，下次我一定会多打印几份简历。 (C) 我已经把我的成绩单提交给人力资源部了。 (D) 我明白，正因如此，我非常渴望从入职第一天起就接受任何必要的实操培训。

Excuse me, I bought this smart thermostat here last week, but it doesn't seem to be compatible with my home's older wiring system. (A) The weather has been exceptionally warm for this time of the year. (B) Please make sure to turn off the power before installing any new appliances. (C) We can certainly process a refund or help you find an alternative model that fits older systems. (D) Our store has been in this neighborhood for over twenty years.

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顾客：打扰一下，我上周在这里买了这个智能温控器，但它似乎跟我家老旧的电路系统不兼容。 (A) 今年这个时候的天气异常暖和。 (B) 在安装任何新电器之前，请务必先切断电源。 (C) 我们当然可以为您办理退款，或者帮您找一款适合老旧系统的替代型号。 (D) 我们店在这个社区已经开了二十多年了。

Our flight has been delayed by three hours, which means we're going to miss our connecting flight in Chicago. (A) Chicago is famous for its deep-dish pizza and windy weather. (B) I'll go talk to the gate agent right away to see if they can rebook us on a later connection. (C) We should have packed lighter so we wouldn't have to check our bags. (D) I always enjoy flying because of the beautiful view from the window.

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我们的航班延误了三个小时，这意味着我们将错过在芝加哥的转机航班。(A) 芝加哥以深盘披萨和风大而闻名。(B) 我这就去跟登机口工作人员沟通，看看他们能否帮我们改签晚一点的转机航班。(C) 我们本该少带点行李，这样就不用托运了。(D) 我一直很喜欢坐飞机，因为窗外的风景很美。

With the meteorological bureau predicting heavy downpours all weekend, we might have to call off our outdoor charity bazaar. (A) I always bring an umbrella just in case it rains during my commute. (B) The charity has raised a significant amount of money over the past year. (C) I'm looking forward to enjoying the sunny weather at the park this Saturday. (D) It’s a pity, but perhaps we can relocate it to the community center gymnasium instead.

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男/女：由于气象局预测整个周末都会有大暴雨，我们可能不得不取消户外慈善义卖活动。 (A) 我总是随身带把伞，以防上下班时下雨。 (B) 该慈善机构在过去一年里募集了大量资金。 (C) 我很期待这周六去公园享受晴朗的天气。 (D) 真遗憾，但也许我们可以把它改到社区中心的体育馆举行。

Mr. Harrison wants the quarterly sales projections finalized by noon, but I still haven't received the regional data from the West Coast branch. (A) The West Coast branch is located in a very scenic coastal city. (B) I've already scheduled my annual leave for the first week of next month. (C) Why don't you give them a quick call and explain the urgency of the deadline? (D) Mr. Harrison usually prefers to have lunch around 1:00 PM.

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哈里森先生希望在中午前确定季度销售预测，但我仍未收到西海岸分部发来的区域数据。 (A) 西海岸分部位于一座风景十分优美的沿海城市。 (B) 我已经把年假安排在下个月的第一周了。 (C) 你为什么不给他们打个电话，说明一下截止日期的紧迫性呢？ (D) 哈里森先生通常喜欢在下午1点左右吃午饭。

I'm trying to cut back on processed sugars, but I find it really difficult to resist having dessert after dinner. (A) Sugar is a primary source of energy for the human body during exercise. (B) I usually buy my groceries from the local organic supermarket on Tuesdays. (C) Dessert menus at high-end restaurants are often quite expensive. (D) How about swapping sweet pastries for a bowl of fresh berries or organic yogurt?

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说话者：我正试着减少加工糖的摄入，但发现自己很难抗拒晚饭后吃甜点。 (A) 糖是人体在运动期间的主要能量来源。 (B) 我通常在周二去当地的有机超市采购食品。 (C) 高档餐厅的甜点单往往非常贵。 (D) 把甜糕点换成一碗新鲜浆果或有机酸奶怎么样？

I've noticed a significant drop in our team's productivity since we transitioned to the new project management software last month. (A) The software company offers a thirty-day money-back guarantee for new users. (B) I prefer using traditional pen and paper to keep track of my daily tasks. (C) Perhaps we should organize a hands-on training session to help everyone get up to speed. (D) Our team members have been working here for an average of five years.

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自从上个月我们换了新的项目管理软件之后，我发现我们团队的工作效率明显下降了。(A) 那家软件公司为新用户提供30天无理由退款保证。(B) 我更喜欢用传统的纸笔来记录我的日常任务。(C) 也许我们应该组织一次实操培训，帮大家尽快上手。(D) 我们团队成员的平均在职时间是五年。

We're planning a trip to Kyoto during the peak autumn foliage season, but we're struggling to find affordable accommodations. (A) Have you considered looking at guest houses in neighboring cities like Osaka, which is just a short train ride away? (B) Kyoto is beautiful in the spring when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. (C) Make sure you pack some warm clothes because it can get quite chilly in the evening. (D) Hotel reservations usually require a credit card deposit to secure the room.

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说话者：我们计划在红叶旺季去京都旅行，但现在很难找到价格合适的住宿。 (A) 你考虑过在大阪等周边城市找找民宿吗？坐电车很快就能到。 (B) 春天樱花盛开的时候，京都非常美丽。 (C) 一定要带些保暖的衣物，因为晚上可能会挺凉的。 (D) 预订酒店通常需要信用卡支付押金来保留房间。

M: Have we finished migrating all our client databases to the new cloud server yet? I need to access the quarterly reports this afternoon. W: Almost. The migration is about 90% complete, but we've run into a slight bandwidth bottleneck. We had to temporarily throttle the upload speed so it wouldn't crash the office's main internet connection. M: Ah, I see. Will that delay our project timeline? The board meeting is at three, and I can't afford any technical glitches. W: Don't worry. I've prioritized the folder with the financial reports, so that's actually already live and accessible. It's just the archived media files that are still uploading. M: That's a relief. Can you send me the new access link? My old bookmarks don't seem to work anymore. W: Sure, I'll email you the updated portal link right away. Just remember you'll need to reset your password the first time you log in for security purposes. M: Perfect. I'll get on that immediately. Thanks for your quick thinking with the bandwidth management. W: You're welcome. Let me know if you experience any lag when opening the documents. [Q11] What was the main challenge the woman faced during the server migration?

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男：我们把所有客户数据库迁移到新云服务器的工作完成了没？我今天下午需要查看季度报告。 女：差不多了。迁移已经完成了大约90%，但我们遇到了点带宽瓶颈。我们不得不临时限制上传速度，以免让办公室的主网络瘫痪。 男：啊，我明白了。这会延误我们的项目进度吗？董事会会议三点召开，我可承受不起任何技术故障。 女：别担心。我把包含财务报告的文件夹设为了高优先级，所以它实际上已经上线并可以访问了。现在只有归档的媒体文件还在上传中。 男：那我就放心了。你能把新的访问链接发给我吗？我旧的书签好像没用了。 女：没问题，我马上把更新后的门户链接发邮件给你。只要记住，出于安全考虑，你首次登录时需要重置密码。 男：太好了。我马上就去办。谢谢你及时采取带宽管理措施。 女：不客气。如果打开文件时遇到任何卡顿，随时告诉我。

(Shared with Q11.) [Q12] What does the man need to do before he can view the reports?

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（与第11题共用）[第12题] 男士在查看报告之前需要做什么？

W: I was looking at some travel options for our upcoming holiday, and I found this really interesting eco-lodge in the rainforest. They focus entirely on sustainability. M: Sounds intriguing, but what does 'eco-lodge' actually mean in terms of comfort? I don't mind being green, but I'd still like to have hot water and a comfortable bed. W: Oh, it's not rustic at all. They use solar-heated water, and the building materials are all locally sourced bamboo, but they have excellent reviews for comfort. They even have a natural spring pool. M: That actually sounds quite luxurious. What about activities? Is there anything to do other than just sitting in the forest? W: They offer guided night safaris to spot nocturnal wildlife, and there's a canopy walk where you can see the birds. Plus, they support a local conservation project that we can visit. M: I love the idea of supporting conservation. How do we get there? Is it a difficult journey? W: It's a three-hour shuttle bus ride from the main airport. The lodge arranges the transport, so we wouldn't have to navigate public transport with our luggage. M: Excellent. Let's go ahead and book it before the spots fill up. It sounds like a great balance of relaxation and adventure. [Q13] What concern does the man initially raise about the eco-lodge?

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女：我正在看我们即将到来的假期的一些旅行选择，我在雨林里发现了一家非常有意思的生态旅馆。他们完全专注于可持续发展。 男：听起来挺吸引人的，但就舒适度而言，“生态旅馆”到底意味着什么？我不介意环保，但我还是希望能有热水和一张舒适的床。 女：哦，一点也不简陋。他们使用太阳能加热的热水，建筑材料都是当地采购的竹子，但他们在舒适度方面的评价非常好。他们甚至还有一个天然泉水池。 男：听起来其实挺奢华的。那活动呢？除了呆坐在森林里，还有什么可做的吗？ 女：他们提供有导游带领的夜间探索以寻找夜行动物，还有一条可以观鸟的树冠吊桥通道。此外，他们还支持一个我们可以去参观的当地保护项目。 男：我喜欢支持生态保护这个想法。我们怎么去那儿？路途会很折腾吗？ 女：从主机场坐班车需要三个小时。旅馆会安排接送，所以我们不用拎着行李去自己坐公共交通。 男：太棒了。我们赶紧在名额满之前预订吧。这听起来是放松与冒险的完美结合。

(Shared with Q13.) [Q14] How will the travelers reach the eco-lodge?

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（与第13题共用文本。） [Q14] 旅客将如何前往生态旅馆？

M: Hey Sarah, how is your preparation going for the marketing presentation next week? I'm starting to get nervous about the Q&A session. W: I'm mostly ready with the slides, but I share your anxiety about the questions. Professor Davis is known for asking very detailed questions about market research data. M: Exactly! I'm worried I won't remember the exact sample sizes or demographic details of our target group under pressure. W: Well, what if we create an appendix slide at the end of our deck? We can put all the raw data and charts there. If someone asks a specific question, we can just jump to that slide. M: That is a brilliant idea! It will make us look incredibly organized and prepared. We won't have to memorize every single number. W: We should also practice presenting in front of a mirror to work on our timing. Last semester, my group ran out of time and couldn't deliver the conclusion. M: Good point. Let's meet up tomorrow afternoon in the library study room and do a couple of dry runs. I'll time us. W: Sounds like a plan. I'll bring my laptop and we can put the final touches on the slide deck first. [Q15] Why is the man nervous about the upcoming presentation?

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男：嗨，莎拉，下周的市场营销汇报你准备得怎么样了？我开始对问答环节感到紧张了。 女：我的幻灯片基本准备好了，但我跟你一样担心提问环节。戴维斯教授是出了名的爱针对市场调研数据提非常具体的问题。 男：没错！我担心自己在压力下会记不住目标群体的具体样本量或人口统计特征细节。 女：那我们在幻灯片最后加一页附录怎么样？我们可以把所有的原始数据和图表放进去。如果有人问到具体问题，我们直接跳到那一页就行。 男：这主意太棒了！这会让我们显得非常有条理、准备充分，而且我们也不用去死记硬背每一个数字了。 女：我们还应该对着镜子练习一下汇报，把握好时间。上学期我们组就超时了，结果都没来得及说结论。 男：有道理。那我们明天下午在图书馆自习室碰头，彩排几次，我来计时。 女：一言为定。我会带上电脑，我们可以先给幻灯片做最后的润色。

(Shared with Q15.) [Q16] How do the students plan to solve their timing issue?

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(与第15题共用音频。) [第16题] 学生们计划如何解决他们的时间控制问题？

W: Excuse me, I bought this wireless speaker here last weekend, but I'd like to return it. It doesn't seem to hold a charge for more than an hour. M: I'm sorry to hear that. According to our policy, we can offer a full refund within seven days of purchase, provided you have the original receipt and packaging. W: I do have the receipt right here, but unfortunately, my husband threw away the box it came in. Is it still possible to get a refund? M: Ah, without the original box, our system won't let us process a direct refund. However, since the item is defective, I can offer you store credit or an identical replacement. W: An identical replacement would actually be great. I really like the sound quality; I just got unlucky with a faulty battery, I guess. M: Let me check our inventory in the back. Just a moment... Yes, we have one more in stock. I'll go grab it for you. W: Thank you. Do I need to register the new one for a warranty, or does the original receipt cover it? M: The original receipt is still valid, and the one-year warranty starts from today for the new device. I'll print a new transaction record for your files. [Q17] Why is the woman unable to get a full cash refund?

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W：你好，我上周末在这里买了这个无线音箱，但是我想退货。它充电后好像撑不过一个小时。 M：真抱歉听到这个消息。根据我们的规定，如果您有原始收据和包装，我们可以在购买之日起七天内提供全额退款。 W：收据我正好带了，但不凑巧的是，我丈夫把包装盒给扔了。这样还能退款吗？ M：啊，没有原包装盒的话，我们的系统无法办理直接退款。不过，既然商品有缺陷，我可以为您提供商店代金券或更换一个同款新品。 W：换个同款新品其实挺好的。我真的很喜欢它的音质，可能只是我运气不好，碰到了一个电池有故障的吧。 M：我查一下后台的库存。请稍等……是的，我们还有一件存货。我去给您拿。 W：谢谢。我需要为新音箱注册保修吗，还是用原来的收据就行？ M：原来的收据依然有效，新设备的一年保修期从今天开始计算。我会为您打印一份新的交易记录以便保存。

(Shared with Q17.) [Q18] What solution does the woman agree to?

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（与第17题共用听力材料。）[第18题] 女士同意了哪种解决方案？

M: Hey Clara, that lunch smells amazing. Did you cook it yourself, or is it from that new vegetarian cafe down the street? W: Thanks! I actually made it myself. I started taking a plant-based cooking class on weekends, and this is a Mediterranean lentil salad we learned to make. M: Wow, I didn't know you were into vegetarian cooking. Are you transitioning to a meat-free diet permanently? W: Not completely, but I'm trying to cut back on red meat for health reasons. My doctor suggested incorporating more plant-based proteins to lower my cholesterol. M: That makes sense. I've been wanting to eat healthier too, but I always find vegetarian dishes a bit bland. How do you make them taste so good? W: The secret is using fresh herbs and spices, like cumin and fresh mint, and adding a splash of lemon juice at the end to brighten the flavors. It makes a huge difference. M: Maybe I should try that cooking class. Is it suitable for beginners? My cooking skills are pretty basic. W: Definitely. The instructor starts with basic knife skills and explains how to balance flavors. It's very hands-on and not intimidating at all. [Q19] Why did the woman start taking plant-based cooking classes?

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男：嘿，克拉拉，这顿午饭闻起来真香。是你自己做的，还是在街角那家新开的素食店买的？ 女：谢谢！其实是我自己做的。我开始在周末上植物性饮食烹饪课，这是我们学做的一道地中海扁豆沙拉。 男：哇，我以前都不知道你对素食烹饪感兴趣。你打算以后一直吃素吗？ 女：不完全是，但出于健康考虑，我正试着减少红肉的摄入。我的医生建议我多摄入植物蛋白，以降低胆固醇。 男：有道理。我也一直想吃得更健康一些，但我总觉得素食有点清淡无味。你是怎么把它做得这么好吃的？ 女：秘诀在于使用新鲜的香草和香料，比如孜然和新鲜薄荷，最后再淋上一点柠檬汁来提鲜。这会让味道大不相同。 男：也许我应该去试试那个烹饪班。它适合初学者吗？我的厨艺挺基础的。 女：当然适合。老师会从基本的刀工开始教起，并解释如何平衡风味。课程非常注重动手实践，一点也不难学。 [问题] 女士为什么要开始上植物性饮食烹饪课？

(Shared with Q19.) [Q20] What tip does the woman give for making vegetarian food taste better?

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（与第19题共用。）[Q20] 关于如何让素食更美味，这位女士给出了什么建议？

W: Did you read the memo from HR about the new hybrid work policy starting next month? We'll be required to be in the office three days a week. M: Yes, I saw that. Honestly, I'm a bit disappointed. I feel like I've been much more productive working from home without the daily commute. W: I understand, but management feels that team collaboration has suffered a bit. It's harder to brainstorm spontaneously over video calls. M: I suppose that's true. It is easier to resolve quick issues when you can just walk over to someone's desk. Which days are you planning to come in? W: I'm thinking Tuesday through Thursday, so I can have long weekends at home on Monday and Friday. HR said teams should try to coordinate so we are in on the same days. M: That's a smart strategy. If our whole team is here on those middle days, we can schedule all our face-to-face meetings then, and keep our remote days for focused, individual work. W: Exactly. It takes some planning, but it might actually give us the best of both worlds. M: Alright, let's propose this schedule to the rest of the team during our check-in meeting this afternoon. [Q21] Why does the man initially feel disappointed about the new policy?

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女：你看到人力资源部发的那份关于下个月开始实行混合办公新政策的备忘录了吗？我们要被要求每周在办公室工作三天。 男：看到了。说实话，我有点失望。我觉得在家办公省去了每天通勤的时间，效率要高得多。 女：我理解，但管理层觉得团队协作受到了一定影响。在视频会议上很难进行即兴的头脑风暴。 男：我想也是。直接走到别人的办公桌前，解决一些小问题确实会更快。你打算哪几天来办公室？ 女：我打算周二到周四来，这样周一和周五就能在家里过个长周末了。人资部说团队成员应该尽量协调一下，保证大家在相同的几天来办公室。 男：这真是个聪明的办法。如果我们整个团队都在中间这几天来，我们就可以把所有的面对面会议都安排在这个时间，而把远程办公的日子留给需要集中精力的个人工作。 女：没错。虽然需要做些规划，但这确实能让我们两全其美。 男：好的，那我们今天下午例会时向团队其他成员提议这个时间安排吧。 问题：为什么这位男子一开始对新政策感到失望？

(Shared with Q21.) [Q22] What strategy do the speakers agree on for their office days?

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（与第21题共用听力材料）[第22题] 关于在办公室上班的日子，说话者双方达成了什么策略共识？

Attention, team. Starting next Monday, we will begin the transition to our new hot-desking system on the third floor. While I know many of you value having a dedicated workspace, this change is designed to foster greater cross-departmental collaboration and make better use of our newly renovated open areas. Lockers will be provided for your personal belongings, and you can reserve quiet booths for confidential calls. To help everyone adjust, we are holding an informational session this Thursday at 10:00 AM in the main conference room, where we will demonstrate how to use the booking app. Your feedback during the trial phase will be crucial, so please make sure to attend. [Q23] What is the main purpose of the announcement?

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各位同事，请注意。从下周一开始，我们将开始向三楼全新的流动工位制过渡。虽然我知道大家都很看重拥有专属于自己的工作空间，但这一改变旨在促进更紧密的跨部门协作，并更好地利用我们新装修的开放区域。我们会为大家提供存放个人物品的储物柜，您也可以预订静音舱来拨打机密电话。为了帮助大家适应，我们将在本周四上午10:00在主会议室举行一场说明会，届时我们将演示如何使用预订App。大家在试运行阶段的反馈至关重要，因此请务必出席。[Q23] 这则通知的主要目的是什么？

(Shared with Q23.) [Q24] What should employees do if they need to have a private conversation?

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（与第23题共用材料）[第24题] 如果员工需要进行私密谈话，他们应该怎么做？

(Shared with Q23.) [Q25] What will happen during the Thursday meeting?

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（与第23题共用听力材料。）[第25题] 周四的会议上会发生什么？

Welcome to this week's episode of Tech and Living. Today, we're discussing the rise of smart home energy monitors. Unlike traditional smart plugs that only control individual appliances, these newer devices connect directly to your home's electrical panel. By analyzing the unique electrical signature of each appliance, the monitor can tell you exactly how much electricity your refrigerator, dryer, or water heater is consuming in real-time. This level of detail allows homeowners to identify 'vampire loads'—appliances that draw power even when turned off. Users who actively monitor this data report an average reduction of fifteen percent on their monthly utility bills, making the initial installation cost well worth it. [Q26] How do the new energy monitors differ from traditional smart plugs?

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欢迎收听本期的《科技与生活》节目。今天，我们要讨论的是智能家庭能源监控器的兴起。与只能控制单个电器的传统智能插座不同，这些新型设备直接连接到您家里的配电箱。通过分析每个电器特有的电信号特征，监控器可以实时告诉你冰箱、烘干机或热水器具体消耗了多少电。如此详尽的数据可以让房主识别出“吸血负载”——即电器在关闭时仍在消耗的电量。积极监测这些数据的用户表示，他们的月度电费平均减少了15%，这使得前期的安装成本非常划算。[Q26] 新型能源监控器与传统的智能插座有什么不同？

(Shared with Q26.) [Q27] According to the speaker, what are 'vampire loads'?

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(与第26题共用音频) [第27题] 演讲者所说的“吸血鬼负荷”(vampire loads)指的是什么？

(Shared with Q26.) [Q28] What is the main benefit of using these monitors, according to user reports?

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（与第26题共用听力材料。）

Good afternoon, class. Today, we'll examine the ecological benefits of urban green roofs—roofs covered with vegetation. While many people appreciate them for their aesthetic value, their environmental impact is far more significant. First, they act as natural insulation, keeping buildings cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, which reduces energy demands. Second, they play a critical role in stormwater management. In urban areas, heavy rain often overwhelms sewer systems, leading to local flooding. Green roofs absorb up to seventy percent of rainfall, releasing it slowly back into the atmosphere through evaporation. Finally, they provide vital habitats for birds and pollinating insects, helping to restore biodiversity in concrete-heavy cities. [Q29] What is the main focus of the lecture?

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同学们下午好。今天，我们将探讨城市绿色屋顶——即覆盖着植被的屋顶——的生态效益。虽然许多人欣赏它们的观赏价值，但它们对环境的影响要深远得多。首先，它们起到了天然隔热层的作用，使建筑物在夏天更凉爽，在冬天更温暖，从而减少了能源需求。其次，它们在雨水管理中发挥着关键作用。在城市地区，暴雨常常使排水系统不堪重负，导致局部洪涝。绿色屋顶可以吸收高达70%的降雨，并通过蒸发将其缓慢释放回大气中。最后，它们为鸟类和传粉昆虫提供了至关重要的栖息地，有助于在钢筋水泥密集的城市中恢复生物多样性。

(Shared with Q29.) [Q30] How do green roofs help prevent urban flooding?

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（与第29题共用材料。）[第30题] 绿色屋顶是如何帮助防止城市内涝的？

(Shared with Q29.) [Q31] Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of green roofs?

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下列哪一项未被提及为绿色屋顶的益处？

The subscription box industry has experienced a massive shift over the past decade. Initially, companies focused on novelty items and surprise packages, where customers didn't know what they were getting until they opened the box. However, recent market research indicates that today's consumers are looking for utility and personalization. Subscription services that offer everyday essentials, such as organic pantry items or customized skincare routines, are seeing the highest retention rates. Consumers prefer predictability and tailored solutions over the thrill of a surprise. Companies that fail to adapt to this preference for practical, customized offerings are struggling to survive in an increasingly crowded market. [Q32] How has consumer preference in subscription boxes changed?

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在过去十年中，订阅盒行业经历了巨大的变革。起初，企业专注于新奇商品和惊喜礼包，顾客在打开盒子之前不知道里面是什么。然而，最近的市场研究表明，如今的消费者更追求实用性和个性化。提供日常必需品（如有机食品或定制护肤方案）的订阅服务客户留存率最高。比起追求惊喜带来的刺激感，消费者更倾向于可预测性和量身定制的解决方案。在日益拥挤的市场中，那些未能适应这种对实用、定制化产品偏好的公司正在艰难求存。[Q32] 消费者对订阅盒的偏好发生了怎样的变化？

(Shared with Q32.) [Q33] Which type of subscription box currently has the highest retention rates?

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（与第32题共用材料）[第33题] 目前哪种类型的订阅盒留存率最高？

(Shared with Q32.) [Q34] What does the speaker imply about companies that only offer surprise packages?

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(与第32题共用) [Q34] 关于仅提供“惊喜礼包”（surprise packages）的公司，发言人暗示了什么？

Welcome to the annual Eco-Tourism Summit. As travel coordinators, our goal this year is to shift our focus from 'leaving no trace' to 'positive impact' tourism. It is no longer enough to simply avoid damaging the environment; we must actively contribute to the preservation of the destinations we visit. For our upcoming summer itineraries, we are partnering with local conservation groups to offer travelers hands-on opportunities. Instead of traditional sightseeing tours, guests can participate in coral reef restoration in coastal areas or native tree planting in national parks. By engaging travelers in these meaningful activities, we not only support local ecosystems but also create deeply memorable experiences that inspire long-term environmental advocacy. [Q35] What is the main shift in tourism focus discussed by the speaker?

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欢迎来到一年一度的生态旅游峰会。作为旅行协调员，我们今年的目标是将关注焦点从“无痕旅游”转向“积极影响”旅游。仅仅避免破坏环境已经远远不够，我们必须积极为所到目的地的保护做出贡献。在即将到来的夏季行程中，我们将与当地的环保组织合作，为游客提供亲身实践的机会。游客可以参与沿海地区的珊瑚礁修复或国家公园的本土树木种植，而不是进行传统的观光游览。通过让游客参与这些有意义的活动，我们不仅支持了当地的生态系统，还创造了深切难忘的体验，从而激发长期的环保倡议。

(Shared with Q35.) [Q36] What specific activities will be offered in the upcoming summer itineraries?

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(与第35题共用音频。)[第36题] 即将推出的夏季行程中将提供哪些具体的活动？

(Shared with Q35.) [Q37] What is one of the secondary benefits of these active-participation tours?

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（与第35题共用音频。）[第37题] 这些积极参与型旅游的次要好处之一是什么？

When it comes to studying for exams or completing complex projects, many students believe that long, uninterrupted hours of work are the key to success. However, cognitive psychology suggests otherwise. Our brains are designed to focus in short, intense bursts rather than sustained periods. Implementing a method like the Pomodoro Technique—working diligently for twenty-five minutes followed by a five-minute break—helps maintain a high level of mental agility. During these short breaks, the brain has time to consolidate the information it just processed, preventing cognitive fatigue. To make this technique truly effective, the five-minute breaks must be screen-free; checking your phone actually delays brain recovery, so a quick stretch or a glass of water is highly recommended instead. [Q38] According to cognitive psychology, how does the brain focus best?

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在备考或完成复杂的项目时，许多学生认为长时间不间断地工作是成功的关键。然而，认知心理学却给出了相反的结论。我们的大脑生来就更适合在短暂、高度集中的时间段内保持专注，而不是长时间持续关注。采用像番茄工作法这样的方法——即专注工作25分钟，然后休息5分钟——有助于保持高效的思维敏捷度。在这些短暂的休息期间，大脑有时间巩固刚刚处理的信息，从而避免认知疲劳。要让这种方法真正发挥作用，5分钟的休息时间必须远离屏幕；看手机实际上会延缓大脑的恢复，因此更建议进行简单的拉伸或喝杯水。

(Shared with Q38.) [Q39] What is the primary purpose of the five-minute breaks?

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（与第38题共用材料。）[第39题] 这五分钟休息的主要目的是什么？

(Shared with Q38.) [Q40] What warning does the speaker give regarding the short breaks?

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（与第38题共用）[第40题] 关于短暂休息，发言人给出了什么警告？