新世纪大学英语视听说教程3原文-unit2.doc

Unit 2 Indoors and Outdoors Listening Audio Track 3-2-1 A: How many of the items above are in your home? B: In my home, we have the air conditioner, alarm clock, washing machine, remote control and frying pan. A: Where are they usually kept? B: Well, we keep the remote control in the living room because that’s where the TV is. The air conditioner is in the living room, too. You’ll find the frying pan and washing machine in the kitchen. The alarm clock is in my bedroom because I need it to help me to wake up in the morning. A: Which items are necessary? B: I think all the items I’ve mentioned are necessary. A: Which are luxury items? B: Well, I guess some people would say that the remote control and TV are luxury items, but actually they are becoming popular today. Audio Track 3-2-2/Audio Track 3-2-3 Jenna: OK, I think we have two choices. The first place is a little house. It’s located in a fruit orchard. Carson: Really? Jenna: Yeah. And you can eat as much fruit as you want. When it’s in season, of course. Oh … but wait. It says there’s no air conditioner. Carson: That’s OK. It’s on the rainy side of the island. It’s cooler there. We can use a fan. Jenna: You’re probably right … Say. It looks pretty basic. No washing machine or dryer … not even a TV! Carson: Oh no! What are we going to do without a TV! That’s terrible! Jenna: Very funny. I’m just letting you know about the place. Carson: I know. What’s our second choice? Jenna: It’s on the opposite side — the sunny side — of the island. Very fancy place with a big swimming pool. It’s only three blocks from the ocean. Carson: Who needs a swimming pool? I mean, it’s only three blocks. Jenna: I see your point. Well, the pool area also has barbecue grills, beautiful gardens … Carson: You like the second place better. I can tell. Jenna: Well, it does have everything. Washing machine, dryer, TV, VCR, frying pan … Carson: All we need is a toothbrush and a swimsuit … Let’s go with the second choice. Jenna: OK. I’ll call th