单选题
What type of business is the speaker calling from?
A.An insurance firm
B.A fitness club
C.A telecommunications company
D.A financial institute
【正确答案】
D
【答案解析】[听力原文] Hello, this message is for Mr. Walter Scot. This is Michael Smith calling from Central Bank. We've received your on-line loan application and I'd like to speak with you personally about the many benefits of financing your home with our bank. I would also like you to know that we are currently offering a special discount on closing costs for all new loans written this month. This offer expires at the end of the month, which is only two weeks from now. So I encourage you to call back as soon as you can. I want to ensure that you are able to take advantage of this great saving. Again this is Michael Smith from Central Bank and you can reach me at 525-4735. Thank you.
[解析] 该题询问打电话人的公司性质。在本文开头部分提到This is Michael Smith calling from Central Bank.由此可知他是银行职员,要留意D将bank替换为financial institute。
单选题
Why is the speaker calling?
A.To verify some information
B.To notify a customer of benefits
C.To quote the company's interest rates
D.To schedule an appointment
【正确答案】
B
【答案解析】[解析] 说话人在开头提到~about the many benefits of financing your home with Central Bank.由此可知说话人在说明房屋贷款从他们银行办理时的各种优惠。
单选题
According to the speaker, why should Mr. Scot call back right away?
A.The offer will expire soon.
B.A position is still available.
C.An application deadline has passed.
D.An account has been closed.
【正确答案】
A
【答案解析】[解析] 该题询问回电话的理由。在留言中间部分提到This offer expires at the end of the month, which is only two weeks from now.这句话是在劝告对方打折活动就要结束了快点儿打电话。