单选题
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。