Section B Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C), and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center. Passage One Questions 11 to 13 are based on the passage you have just heard. 11. A) In about 20 years. B) Within a week. C) In a couple of weeks. D) As early as possible. 12. A) Yes, of course. B) Possibly not. C) Not mentioned. D) Definitely not. 13. A) Her complaint was ignored. B) The store sent her the correct order. C) The store apologized for their mistake. D) The store picked up the wrong items. Passage Two Questions 14 to 17 are based on the passage you have just heard. 14. A) The prison gates are always open. B) Its prisoners can work outside. C) The prison has not armed guards. D) The prison is open to the public. 15. A) The prisoners are provided with jobs on release. B) Its prisoners are seldom made to work overtime. C) It is run on the principle of trusting prisoners. D) It has no security. 16. A) One year. B) Two years. C) Thirteen years. D) Fourteen years. 17. A) Doubtful. B) Positive. C) Critical. D) Indifferent. Passage Three Questions 18 to 20 are based on the passage you have just heard. 18. A) It’s good for training one’s character but not good for one’s health. B) It cannot prepare pupils to be good citizens. C) It has less effect on a child’s character than sports and games. D) It’s as important as after-class activities. 19. A) Because pupils there have to spend most of the time studying. B) Because the school authorities insist on traditional ways of teaching. C) Because the school authorities have neglected discipline. D) Because pupils there are too fond of playing. 20. A) Practical work. B) Collective activities. C) Teacher’s encouragement. D) Book knowledge.