新视野大学英语视听说教程第四册 Unit 6 Basic Listening Practice
W: What’s that? Is it a toy? Did it get chewed by a dog?
M: Hey, that’s my mascot1! My uncle gave it to me when I was five, and it’s been with me ever since. It brought me luck in all my college exams. I can’t bring myself to part with it.
Q: What does the man say about his lucky charm?
2. Script
W: Wish me luck; I’ve got a job interview this afternoon. I’m really nervous.
M: Stay calm, best of luck! I’ve got my finger crossed for you.
Q: What does the woman say he has crossed his fingers for the woman?
3. Script
W: Oh no! Did you see that black cat walk right in front of me? That’s unlucky!
M: Really? I guess it depends on where you come from. In my hometown it’s the opposite: It’s lucky to see a black cat cross your path. So no need to worry!
Q: What do the man and the woman think about a black cat crossing their path?
4. Script
M: Guess what I did this morning? I smashed my mirror. A great way to start the day!
W: Oh no, seven years’ bad luck, isn’t it?
Q: What happened in the morning?
5. Script
M: I can’t believe this rain; it’s been pouring for hours! Where can I dry my umbrella?
W: Not in here please! It’s unlucky to open an umbrella indoors. You can put it on the porch.
Q: Where does the woman ask the man do to open his umbrella?
Keys: 1.C2.C3. A 4.D 5.B
