Section C
Ironically, in the United States, a country of immigrants, prejudice and discrimination continue to be serious problems. There was often tension between each established group of immigrants and each (36) ________ group. As each group became more (37) ________ successful, and more powerful, they excluded newcomers from full participation in the society. Prejudice and discrimination are part of American history; however, this prejudicial treatment of different groups is nowhere more (38) ________ than with black Americans. Blacks had (39) ________ disadvantages. For the most part, they came to the land of opportunity as slaves and they were not free to keep their heritage and cultural (40) ________. Unlike most European immigrants, blacks did not have the protection of a support group. They could not mix easily with the (41) ________ society either because of their skin color. It was difficult for them to adapt to the American culture. Even after they became free people, they still (42) ________ discrimination in employment, housing and education.
Until the twentieth century, the (43) ________ of the black population lived in the southern part of the United States. Thenere was a population shift to the large cities in the North. Prejudice against blacks is often associated with the South. (44)
__________________________________________________________________________. Because their neighborhoods are segregated, many blacks feel that educational opportunities are not adequate for their children. (45) __________________________________________________________________________. Naturally, all parents want the best possible education for their children. (46)
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_________. Time will be the real solution to the problem of race.
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Part III Listening Comprehension (35 minutes)
Section A
11. [A] The woman is an unusual student.
[B] The man is a rigid person.
[C] The woman?s request will be granted.
[D] No make-up exam will be given.
12. [A] He does want the woman to pay. [B] He doesn?t understand the woman. [C] He is wondering what the woman is thinking.
[D] He is surprised that the woman would think that.
13. [A] He probably has a poor memory.
[B] He is very forgiving and tolerant.
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[C] He is well liked by his customers.
[D] He has been introduced to the staff.
14. [A] The man doesn?t want to see Mr. Williams.
[B] Mr. Jones is in an inferior position. [C] Mr. Jones used to be in charge.
[D] Mr. Williams doesn?t want to do it tomorrow.
15. [A] It will probably be cold. [B] It will be mild as usual.
[C] It will probably rarely be cold. [D] It will be warm and comfortable.
16. [A] Ask someone to help the woman. [B] Give the woman the notes for her reference.
[C] Lend the woman his pencil and paper.
[D] Feel sorry that he can?t help the woman.
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17. [A] The dirty street. [B] The noisy place.
[C] The low voice of the man. [D] The crowded park.
18. [A] The woman should join the chess club.
[B] The woman needs a lot of time to play chess.
[C] He himself is not a very good chess player, either.
[D] He?s willing to teach the woman how to play chess.
Questions 19 to 22 are based on the conversation you have just heard.
19. [A] More work as a teaching assistant.
[B] A higher salary.
[C] A longer vacation period.
[D] A research assignment.
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20. [A] He?ll start next week. [B] He wouldn?t enjoy it.
[C] He would like time to decide. [D] He wants his adviser?s opinion.
21. [A] Finish his degree in the fall.
[B] Let someone else read his evaluation.
[C] Consider taking fewer courses.
[D] Get more teaching experience.
22. [A] Frank?s talent for teaching.
[B] Frank?s interesting approach to research.
[C] A present Frank will receive for graduation.
[D] A congratulatory letter from the department.
Questions 23 to 25 are based on the conversation you have just heard. 23. [A] He is sad to have lost his job.
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