B2 第一听力第1部分 9

1. You hear a scientist talking about 睡眠. What does she say is a myth?

A) that teenagers need more sleep than adults B) that lack of sleep affects your immune system C) that the brain completely shuts down at night

2. You hear a man talking about a new habit he started. How has it affected him?

A) He has lost weight without changing his diet. B) He struggles to fall asleep at night now. C) He feels much more energetic in the afternoons.

3. You hear two colleagues talking about working late. What do they agree on?

A) It usually results in making more careless mistakes. B) It is necessary to get promoted. C) It shows dedication to the boss.

4. You hear a woman talking about her dreams. What frustrates her?

A) She always has recurring nightmares. B) She forgets them immediately upon waking up. C) They are often too bizarre to make sense of.

5. You hear a radio host introducing a guest. What is the guest’s area of expertise?

A) treating chronic insomnia B) sports psychology C) the effects of blue light on the retina

6. You hear a girl talking about her exams. What was her strategy?

A) studying all night to memorise facts B) drinking energy drinks to stay alert C) prioritising a full night’s rest over last-minute cramming

7. You hear a man talking about buying a new mattress. Why did he choose the most expensive one?

A) The salesman pressured him into it. B) It came with a 10-year warranty. C) He suffers from terrible back pain.

8. You hear a mother talking about her toddler. What is she relieved about?

A) The child is learning to speak very quickly. B) The child has stopped crying during the day. C) The child finally sleeps through the night.

B2 第一听力 第1部分 9