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1、【星火英语版】2017年12月大学英语六级参考答案 作者：星火英语四六级2017年12月六级参考答案六级听力一Conversation OneM: And now, for the latter side of the news, Europe is setting an example for the rest of the world when it comes to food waste.W: Thats right, John. This week, the Italian government passed legislation that aims to dramatically
2、reduce the amount of food waste in the country. New laws have been put into place that will make it easier for farms and supermarkets to donate and sell foods to those who are in need.M: Yes, in an addition to this, businesses will now be rewarded for successful efforts to cut food waste.W: Italy is
3、 not the only country to focus on reducing food waste. Just earlier this year, the European parliament voted in favor of legislation that would stop grocery giants from unfair trading practices that result in overproduction, thus creating waste.M: In France, the government has banned supermarkets fr
4、om throwing away edible foods and imposed harsh penalties on businesses that fail to comply with the regulations.W: While there is still much progress to be made, other countries could learn a thing or two from the example set by France and Italy. In the United Sates, up to 40% of all food goes unea
5、ten. Despite the fact that one in seven American households lacks regular access to good food, one major cause of this problem is the confusion over food expiration labels, which are currently not regulated by the government.M: All this could change soon. This wave of new laws in Europe will definit
6、ely put more pressure on law makers to reduce food waste here. We turn now to a spokesperson from Harvard Universitys Food Law and Policy Clinic for more on the story. And now, lets welcome professor Edward Baker to speak to us.1: What does the woman say about the new laws in Italy?2: What did the E
7、uropean parliament do to reduce food waste?3: What has the French government done recently?4: What is the major cause of food waste in the United States?Conversation TwoM: Thank you for calling the South Avenue Department Store. How can I be assistant to you today?W: Hello. I was in your store this
8、past weekend and bought a few items. Yesterday, my friend told me that the annual anniversary sales had begun. It turned out she bought the same sweater as I did but for a much lower price.M: Yes. Our annual anniversary sales started on Monday. We do offer price adjustments for seven days of purchas
9、e to ensure our customers satisfaction. You said you did the purchase here this past weekend?W: Yes. I was shopping in your store last Sunday afternoon.M: That would definitely fall within the price adjustment window. Do you have an account with us? We can credit your account directly with the diffe
10、rence if you wish. Otherwise, we can send a gift card by mail if you prefer.W: Crediting my account will be wonderful. Thank you. Now, youve mentioned that there is a sale going on. I do remember a dress I quietly like when I was in the shop on Sunday. Is it on offer as well.M: Yes, maam. All the ne
11、w arrivals are 15-20% off. In addition to the sale, we are running a promotion for complementary tailoring if neededW: Thats good news. The dress really caught my eye but I did have some concerns about the length. How long will your alteration take?M: Our tailoring department guarantees alteration t
12、o be completed within five working days. If you like, I can send a size for you. If you are able to come this afternoon, you can give your name to the sales manager. And they will be able to assist you.5: What do we learn about the Sax Department Store?6: What did the man say about Sax Department St
13、ores offers?7: What did the woman want the store to do to address the price difference?8:What is the service Sax department store offers in addition to the promotion sale？Passage 1Barbie dolls have a particular look to them. They are thin, tall, long legged and virtually unlike any real human being.
14、 Although, over the years, barbies had more than 180 different careers, including football coach, sign language teacher, ambassador, president and astronaut. Her body shape hasnt changed much. Last year, MATEL, the company that makes Barbie dolls, added some barbies to its line to have a different s
15、kin tones and hair textures. There are now barbies 17 skin tones, 22 eye colours and 24 hair styles that choose from. Last year, MATEL also gave barbie a flat foot rather than 4 fingers to be in heels all the time like original barbie is. Now, they are introducing new barbies with 3 slightly differe
16、nt body shapes. On the original, tall and thin barbies would continue to be sold. In the statement on its website, the company says, it wants barbies to look more like a real people and to give girls everywhere, infinitely more ways that spark their imagination and play out the stories. Although many people say the new barbies are stepping in the right direction. Some people say they dont go far enough. They s
