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历年考研英语真题mp3之完形填空(1994)
1994
The first and smallest unit that can be discussed in relation to language is the word.
In speaking, the choice of words is (1) of the utmost importance.
Proper selection will eliminate one source of (2) likely breakdown in the communication cycle.
Too often, careless use of words (3) prevents a meeting of the minds of the speaker and listener.
The words used by the speaker may (4) stair up unfavorable reactions in the listener
(5) which interfere with his comprehension;
hence, the transmission-reception system breaks down.
(6)Moreover, inaccurate or indefinite words may make (7) it difficult for the listener to understand the (8) message
which is being transmitted to him.
The speaker who does not have specific words in his working vocabulary
may be (9) unable to explain or describe in a (10) way that can be understood by his listeners.