雅思听力练习题45

The answer is B. Josie’s initial reaction to Mason’s topic is sarcastic and dismissive, indicating she finds it boring. She says, '(sarcastically) Hmm. Sounds interesting!' and later, '(sarcastically) How exciting!', clearly not enthusiastic but rather mocking. Therefore, (B) boring is the most accurate description of her first impression.

Associated Text:
J: (sarcastically) Hmm. Sounds interesting! J: (sarcastically) How exciting!

The answer is C. Josie listens to Mason because he suggests it would be good practice for both of them and promises to listen to hers afterwards. She does not show interest in the topic itself nor does she mention needing help for her own topic at this point. Mason says, 'I'll listen to yours when you finish it, if you like. That way we can both practise.' Josie replies: 'Oh fine. Let's do it.' This shows she is participating to help him practice.

Associated Text:
M: Well, it would be good practice for my presentation if you don't mind listening. I'll listen to yours when you finish it, if you like. That way we can both practise. J: Oh fine. Let's do it.

The answer is C. Mason mentions that 'the first animal to make the transition from a wild animal to a kind of pet was the wolf, the common ancestor of all modern-day dogs.' Therefore, he is saying wolves were the first pets, making (C) correct.

Associated Text:
M: ... but the first animal to make the transition from a wild animal to a kind of pet was the wolf, the common ancestor of all modern-day dogs.

The answer is A. Mason says, 'Although domesticated dogs were probably treated with respect in primitive societies, there is evidence that at least some were also considered friends or companions of humans as early as 12,000 years ago.' This shows that dogs were considered as friends of humans, making (A) correct.

Associated Text:
M: Although domesticated dogs were probably treated with respect in primitive societies, there is evidence that at least some were also considered friends or companions of humans as early as 12,000 years ago.