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2015年12月大学英语六级真题听力mp3和文本下载(第三套)

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  Section C
  Directions: In this section, you will hear a passage three times.When the passage is read for the irst time, you should listen carefully for its general idea.When the passage is read forthe second time, you are required to fill in the blanks with the exact words you have justheard.Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what youhave written.

  The ideal companion machine would not only look, feel, and sound friendly but would also beprogrammed to behave in an agreeable manner.Those(26)that make interaction with other peopleenjoyable would be simulated as closely as possible, and the machine would(27)charming,stimulating, and easygoing.Its informal conversational style would make interaction comfortable, andyet the machine would remain slightly(28)and therefore interesting.In its first encounter it might besomewhat hesitant and unassuming, but as it came to know the user it would progress to a more(29)and intimate style.The machine would not be a passive(30)but would add its ownsuggestions, information, and opinions; it would sometimes(31)  developing or changing the topicand would have a personality of its own.
  The machine would convey presence: We have all seen how a computer's use of personal namesoften(32)people and leads them to treat the machine as if it were almost human.Such features areeasily written into the software.By introducing(33) forcefulness and humor, the machine could bepresented as a vivid and unique character.
  Friendships are not made in a day, and the computer would be more acceptable as a friend if it(34)the gradual changes that occur when one person is getting to know another.At an(35) timeit might also express the kind of affection that stimulates attachment and intimacy.