外研版选修四册第二单元听力练习

Unit 2 Lessons in life

Ron: Hi Michelle, how are you?

Michelle: I'm not too bad, thanks Ron. I'm feeling a little envious of my cousin though. She's having a really good time on holiday.

Ron: Well, you know what they say: the grass is always greener on the other side. Maybe she's not having as much fun as you think.

Michelle: Yes, you're right. Thanks, Ron. What are you up to?

Ron: I'm going to the library to study for my exams. They don't start for six months, but there's no time like the present!

Michelle: That's true. If you have some spare time now, you should use it.

Ron: So what are you up to today?

Michelle: I'm actually waiting to hear whether I've won a writing competition. I entered several months ago but the results haven't been announced yet.

Ron: That is a long time! Well, good things come to those who wait. I think you'll do really well.

Michelle: That's kind of you. If I win, I'll get a publishing agreement with a top publisher. I'm not sure what I'll do if I lose though. It would be depressing!

Ron: Don't worry if you don't win. When one door closes, another opens. You might be offered an agreement with another publisher.

Michelle: Yes, something else will come up! Isn't your brother with you today? Don't you usually study together?

Ron: He said he would come and study but he hasn't turned up all week. I'm disappointed in him.

Michelle: Well, actions speak louder than words! Perhaps he's not really interested in studying after all.

Ron: I suspect that's true. We argued about this yesterday. I'm trying to help him pass his exams, but something always goes wrong.

Michelle: You can't make an omelette without breaking eggs! There will always be challenges.

Ron: You're right. I'd better go, Michelle. Bye for now!

Michelle: Bye!