A；Have you heard that Tom will turn back?

B: Tom? Is he the one who has been kicked out?

A: Yes. Why are you so surprised?

B: If I were him, I would never turn back.

A；Why not? I appreciate his choice.

B: An old saying goes that A wise man will not turn back after he has moved on. That’s my reason.

A: In our lives, we will at some time or other ask ourselves if we can turn back. Given, the future may be unlimited, but no matter how unlimited it may be, it may not mean the options of our past are not as unlimited. I think the saying applies to the capable, decent, and upstanding people who should and need to turn back to pursue a past that holds some value and attraction.

B; I think you have misunderstood the essential meaning of the saying. It refers to the choices made in life. Whether it's social and personal growth, the pasture ahead is greener in economic terms and worth more. The pasture that passed is worth less but an easier destination to reach. Whether to turn back or not is a matter of choosing between the two, One cannot choose to occasionally turn back.

A; You mean that turning back must be a constant desire. I’m not in your side. If I had a desire for apples, does that mean I want apples all the time?

B: Actually，you have misunderstood what turning back means. Turning back doesn’t mean turning back to the particular place. Does that mean when I return home at the end of the day I’ve turned back?

A: It’s not the matter of understanding. You don't have to advance your values by demeaning the opposite value. A wise man should know how to choose at any time. Why can't a man who turns back strive for progress? Why can't a man who turns back advance by taking a step back?

B: I don't mean that，OK？What makes a wise man? A wise man is extraordinary, far-sighted, ambitious and upstanding. He cannot turn back to move ahead in society. Society is continually progressing and turning back signifies regression. A wise man who has to lead society cannot afford to get lost.

A: We know that Steve Jobs returned to the company that once turned him out. Should he not have returned to Apple?

B: It was precisely because Apple is his life’s passion that he went back. It means that action alone doesn’t count. It is the pursuit of progress that makes a difference.

A: Jobs returned to the company that threw him out. He faced the same people he once traded with. He was willing to put up with something difficult. Turning back is also a growth. Doesn’t his return to Apple show the personal growth and progress?

B: Did he go back to be thrown out again? Of course not. He aims to

get a bigger success and achieve his own self-value. He is still moving on instead of turning back.

A; You think life is as important as its length, but the meaning of life is often not related to its length, but on the depth and breadth of experience. We should know our past is very interesting and never close the door behind us. The unwillingness to turn back will deprive us of half a lifetime of possibilities.

B; Let past be past. We need to move on, and the world forward is more promising. When faced up with difficulties, turning back is useless. We need to forge ahead through storms to make it to the high seas. Why is a wise man worth to our respect? That is because his determination not to turn back and the indomitable spirit of humanity.

第二篇：13个英语口语对话

2010—2011学年第二学期大学英语（二）口语考试方案及评分标准

一、 试题设计 (Test Design)

关于普通本科班学生第二学期大学英语口语考试， 现初步拟定采用以下设计方案。

1． 考试内容：(题型；方式；题目数量；约占时间)

本次口语考试分为Dialogue和Questions两种形式，学生通过抽签选择其中一个形式作答。考试内容涉及13 个日常口语话题，具体内容和要求如下：

1) 情景对话 (Dialogues)，(共10个情景)。

2) 对话要求至少6—10个来回。

*注：以上考试回答内容中，句子的计数不包括问候和自我介绍。

2. 具体操作: (Test Procedures)

抽签选题作答，总共13个签，学生由抽签决定考试形式，并根据相应选题内容作答；抽到试题后准备5分钟，准备时间和答题时间不得超过3分钟。每位学生都有一位固定对话伙伴，如果其中一位先于另外一位抽签，题型为对话时，也就决定了其伙伴的考试形式为对话。

二、 评分标准 (Assessment Criteria)

1）口语考试以百分制计分，满分为100分；

2）依据1) 语音、语调；2) 语言；3) 内容；4) 流利程度四项要求进行总体评分，每10分为一个等级。

90至100分: 回答内容含9句到10句话或以上，语音语调标准，表达内容、语法和词汇

准确，表达中词汇丰富、语法结构较为复杂；能进行较长时间语言连贯、流利的发言；能自然、积极地进行交流，总体上与语境、功能和目的相适应。

80至89分: 回答内容含8句话，语音语调较好，允许有个别发音错误；表达内容准确，

语法和词汇有个别错误，词汇较丰富，语法结构运用准确；语速适当，发言连贯，组织思维和词语时偶有停顿。

70至79分: 回答内容含7句话，发音尚可，语法和词汇有一些错误但未影响交流和理解，

表达内容基本贴切；语言连贯性、流利性一般，但多数发言较简短，组织思想和搜寻词语时频繁出现停顿。

60至69分: 回答内容含6句话，语法和词汇有较多错误，表达过程中词汇不丰富，语法

结构较简单；发音有缺陷，有时会影响交流；组织思想和搜寻词语时频繁出现较长时间的停顿，但能够基本完成交流任务。

60分以下: 回答内容少于6句话，语法和词汇有较多错误，以致妨碍理解，表达过程中

因缺乏词汇和语法结构而影响交际，发音较差，以致交际时常中断，发言简短且毫无连贯性，几乎无法进行交流或对话。

3）答题时间超过3分钟者酌情扣5—10分。

1. A has two tickets for a car exhibition and invites B to go together this weekend. B gladly acccpets the invitation. B learns that A has a friend working at the exhibition center and can get free tickets.

A: Hi, are you busy this weekend?

B: Yes. What’s on your mind?

A: I’ve got two tickets for the car exhibition. Would you like to go with me?

B: Sure. Thanks for your invitation.

A: It’s nothing.

B: I’ve been waiting to see the exhibition, but it was not at all easy to get a ticket. How did you manage to get two tickets?

A: A friend of mine works at the exhibition center. She was able to get three free tickets. B: Wow, people are paying almost 100 yuan for a ticket on the black market. Thank you very much indeed for inviting me.

A: No problem.

2：A finds B very upset. B says he just broke up with his girlfriend Susan, because she wants to get married but he wants to have a career first. A tries to comfort B.

A: what’s wrong with you? You look so down!

B: I’m all right.

A: I know it’s not your work. So anything wrong with Susan and you?

B: Well, you’re right. I just spilt up with her.

A: Oh, I’m sorry. I thought the two of you made a good match.

B: I think I should have a career first but she wants to get married right now. A: Well, it’s hard to make a choice between career and family.

B: Yeah, it’s hard.

A: I know it’s difficult, but try to cheer up!

B: You know, we were together for a long time. I can’t get her out of my mind. A: Well, you’ll find a good match sooner or later.

3. A tells B that Philip proposed to her. But Philip is much younger than A and lives in another city.

A hesitates to accpet the proposal.

A: Can you believe it? Philip made a proposal to me!

B: How wonderful. Did you say yes?

A: Not yet. I’m concerned about the age gap. He’s much younger than me.

B: I know he’s a few years younger than you, but I think he is mature than mind.

A: I’m also worried about whether we can maintain a long distance relationship. You know, he lives in another city.

B: But you love each other. That’s very important.

A: Maybe you’re right.

4. A and B and talking about B’s boyfriend Chris. B thinks he is handsome and hardworking. A thinks he is too old, but B doesn’t care. B also thinks love is more important than other people’s opinion.

A: Well, you and Chris have been together for a long time. What are his good points?

B: There’s something wonderful about him.

A: Really? What do you mean by this something?

B: Well, he’s handsome, humorous, and hard-working. I think he’s my perfect match. A: But I think he is too old for you.

B: Well, age doesn’t matter too much for me.

A: It’s true that age isn’t the most important issue ,But what would your parents and friends think?

B: I don’t care what other people think. I just know that I love him and he loves me. For me, Love’s all that matters.

5. B is reading a brochure full of ads. A thinks advertising costs too much money and customers have to pay more because of the ads, whereas B thinks advertising tells people about products.

A: What’s that brochure you’re reading?

B: It’s a giveaway brochure you can easily find here and there. It’s got some pretty interesting things in it.

A: Do you really think so? It’s not really free. Look at all the ads in it.

B: Could be, but I don’t have to pay for it.

A: You bet you do. The cost of the ads is included in the products.

B: Still, I think advertising tells me about new products. It helps me in choosing what to buy.

A: This is just what the advertisers want you to do.

B: But some commercials are really fascinating. Besides, you’re didn’t have to believe all the ads.

A: Well, let’s go swimming.

6. A is a salesperson, and B wants to buy a pair of jeans. They will talk about the size, color, price and way of payment.

A: Can I help you?

B: Can you show me a pair of jeans?

A: OK. What size do you wear?

B: I’m not sure.

A: No problem, I’ll take your measurements…OK, what color do you like?

B: Dark blue, please.

A: Please try this one on…How does it feel?

B: Yes, that’s comfortable. And the color matches my jacket. What does it cost?

A: $79.90.

B: I’ll take it. Can I pay with a credit card?

A: Sorry, we accept only cash.

7. A believes money can buy happiness. B disagrees and cites countevidence. Finally they reach an agreement.

A: I’m trying to think of ways to become rich. If I could get my hands on a lot of money, I’ll be really happy.

B: Do you really think so? I’m not so sure.

A: Of course, why wouldn’t I? I’d be able to have anything I want.

B: Well, there are plenty of people who have a lot of money but aren’t happy. What do you say to that?

A: But if I became a millionaire, I’d buy whatever I wanted.

B: Can you buy true love? Can you buy the moon?

A: Maybe not, but I can buy a house and car, and make my life more comfortable.

B: Maybe you have a point there .Money can bring material comfort, but don’t forget, there are also divorces and suicides among wealthy people.

A: Well, there is some truth in what you said. Money cannot buy real happiness.

8. A wants to borrow money from B to buy a digital camera. B is also short of money and advises

A to save up for it. B does not want to miss the 25%-off sale, but A does not think a camera is an urgent matter.

A: I was going to catch up with you.

B: What happened?

A: Money has burned a hole in my pocket. You usually have some saving money. I wonder if you can lend me some money?

B: You’re daydreaming. I’m short of money myself.

A: Look, I want to buy a digital camera, and I’m only short of 150 bucks.

B: Why not save towards it?

A: The camera is on sale right now. This can save me almost 25 percent!

B: Well, I’d lend you the money if you were in real trouble. But a new camera isn’t urgent.

A: Then I’m afraid I have to try someone who’s more generous.

9. A and B and talking about the important exam A will have tomorrow. A worries that he/she will fail. B comforts him/her and offers some advice.

A: Oh. I have my exam tomorrow. I’m afraid I couldn’t possibly pass the exam.

B: Don't worry, you'll be all right. Just relax, be yourself...

A: But I did very bad in my practice test last week.

B: Now, you should do is believe yourself and start to review all the stuff which the teacher taught us on the class.

A: Oh, easier said than done. Shall we make preparations together?

B: No problem. A: Thank you.

10. A is ill. B suggests A go to see the doctor and take injections. But A doesn’t want to because he/she is afraid of injections.

A: How are you feeling?

B: Bad. My nose keeps running. And my forehead is burning.

A: How long have you been like this?

B: Three days.

A: I am sure that you got the flu and you should go to see the doctor and take injections. B: Oh, No. I am afraid of injections!

A: Be brave and overcome fear, Courage is a quality we cherish.

B: You are right. I will go to see the doctor.

11. One of B’s classmates wants B to help him cheat in the final exam. A talks about the problem with B and gives suggestions to B.

A: I heard that C asked you to help him cheat in the test, is that true?

B: You heard? It's true.

A: Well, What did you said?

B: I said I'd think about it, What do you think I should do?

A: I think you should say "no".

B: But he is a really good friend, I'm afraid if he fail the test because I refuse to help, he may never speak to me again.

A: If you regard him as your true friend, help him prepare for the test but not cheat in the test. You can't help him cheating forever! You gotta let him learn the lesson so that he will pay attention next time!

B: Yeah, I guess you are right.

12. A and B are leaving a party. A has drunk so much that he smells of alcohol and can hardly talk and walk. A offers to drive B home.

A: It's a great get-together! I had a great time.

B: Wow, you can't speak clearly or walk steadily. Can you drive home?

A: No problem. I drive better under the influence of alcohol.

B: Well, you've had too much drink tonight. We can smell alcohol on your breath a mile away. Let me drive you home.

A: Hey, don't bother. I can go myself.

B: Come on, I don't want to see you in the hospital tomorrow.

A: thank you.

13． A finds B looks miserable and asks why. B was fined 100 dollars for a car accident. A further finds that B had the accident because he broke the traffic rules.

A: What's happened? You look miserable.

B: I was fined a hundred dollars this afternoon.

A: Oh, what bad luck! But why?

B: I'm not to blame. It was the other car.

A: What are you taking about? Did you have a car accident?

B: Listen to me. I was trying to do a U-turn in front of the school gate, when another car came up very fast from behind. If the car hadn't gone so fast, I wouldn't run into it A: You should have been careful. But if I remember correct, U-turn is not a11owed at the place.

B: Well, I didn't how this until the policeman told me.

A: What? Don't you look at the road sign when you are driving?