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9. How does the man sound in the end?

A. Relieved. B. Worried. C. Annoyed.

听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 13 题。
10. What are the speakers probably doing?

A. Attending a contest. B. Discussing a book. C. Giving a presentation.
11. When did “Let One’s Hair Down” originate?

A. In the 17th century. B. In the 18th century. C. In the 19th century.
12. What is the origin of “Be a Party Pooper” related to?

A. Upper-class women’s living habits.
B. Sailors’ daily life.

C. Parties and celebrations.
13. What did “whale on” mean in the late 1800s?

A. Large quantity. B. Remarkable people. C. Enthusiasm.

听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What is the relationship between the speakers?

A. Hotel owner and customer.
B. Agent and tourist.

C. Hostess and interviewee.
15. Why did the man first start the business?

A. To be less stressful. B. To be in control of his work. C. To meet more people.
16. What problem does the man have occasionally?

A. Making ends meet.
B. Being short-handed in summer.

C. Satisfying bad-tempered tourists.
17. What will the man talk about next?

A. His love for the job. B. Some interesting travelers. C. Some guided tours.

听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. Who founded the book club?
A. A writer. B. A teacher. C. A filmmaker.

19. How long did it take the author to write the book?

A. 11 years. B. 17 years. C. 28 years.
20. What will the club do next?
A. Continue with the book. B. Read another book. C. Talk about the writer.

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