Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear 2 passages in English. After you have heard each sentence or paragraph, interpret it into Chinese. Start interpreting at the signal...and stop it at the signal... You may take notes while you are listening. Remember you will hear the passages ONLY ONCE. Now, let us begin Part A with the first passage.

问答题Located in the South-east of China and backed up by mountains and facing the sea, Xiamen boosts a beautiful scenery and pleasant climate. A harmonious picture of blue sea and sky, and golden beach reflects what a beautiful city Xiamen is.Xiamen has a long history, and its traditional culture, local customs and festival celebrations have enriched the contents of its tourism.The special diet of seafood in Xiamen provides tourists with fresh and light flavor and is well received by them. The buildings of Chinese and foreign styles on Gulangyu, known as Oriental Hawaii , are highly appreciated by tourists.In addition, Xiamen is proud of Xiamen University. This is a well-known national key university founded in 1921 by Mr. Chen Jiagen, a patriotic overseas Chinese leader.[听力原文]厦门位于我国的东南部，它依山傍海，风光秀丽，气候宜人。碧海蓝天与金色沙滩交相辉映，展现出厦门美丽的身姿。厦门历史悠久，它的传统文化、风土人情、节日庆典赋予了厦门旅游丰富的内涵。厦门以海鲜为主的独特饮食，备受欢迎。鼓浪屿上中外风格各异的建筑，深受旅游者的青睐，被誉为“东方夏威夷”。此外，厦门还以厦门大学为自豪。这是一所由爱国华侨领袖陈嘉庚先生于1921年创办的全国著名的重点大学。

问答题英国文化协会宣布将在全球推出“永恒的莎士比亚”纪念活动(Shakespeare Lives)，以纪念莎士比亚的(伟大)作品和(深远)影响。活动从2016年1月开始，持续一整年。该活动在全球巡回放映20部根据莎翁作品改编的经典电影，选择的影片包括《哈姆雷特》和《罗密欧与朱丽叶》。该活动为各年龄段的英语学习者全新制作的互动式学习材料，包括未来学习(FutureLearn)网上学习平台的在线公开课(MOOC)。英国文化协会和英国广播公司艺术频道将携手其他重要文化机构，为全球观众呈现当代英国演绎的莎士比亚作品。[听力原文]The British Council announced a global programme Shakespeare Lives to celebrate Shakespeare s work and influence. This programme will run from January to December 2016.This programme includes a global tour to display twenty great interpretations of Shakespeare s works for the cinema, including Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet.The programme will launch new interactive materials for English language learners of all ages, including a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on the FutureLearn platform.The British Council and BBC Arts TV Channel are collaborating with key cultural partners to show the best of modern British Shakespeare for international audiences.

问答题Ladies and Gentlemen, Dear friends, Today, I am very pleased to be invited to the East Asia Summit(EAS), which has provided me with an opportunity to meet old friends and establish new contacts, and address the meeting.First of all, I would like to say that East Asian countries have enjoyed close geographic proximity and human similarities. They have maintained friendly exchanges since ancient times.Second, East Asian countries have built up significant economic strength. The people in this region are wise and hardworking. Moreover, this piece of land is endowed with rich human and natural resources.In retrospect, profound changes have taken place in East Asia and tremendous progress has been made. Looking ahead, relatively sound conditions exist for East Asia to raise its economic and social development to a new level.[听力原文]女士们、先生们、朋友们：今天，我很高兴应邀参加“东亚峰会”，使我有机会会会老朋友、结交新朋友，并在此发言。首先，我得说东亚国家地缘相近，人文相通，自古以来一直保持着友好交往。其次，东亚国家具有相当的经济实力，这一地区的人民智慧、勤劳。这个地区拥有丰富的劳动力资源和自然资源。回顾过去，东亚地区发生了深刻的变化，取得了巨大的进步。展望未来，推动东亚经济和社会发展达到新水平，已经具备了比较好的条件。