GEPT 中高級 — 聽力腳本與練習

威威老師小提醒

中高級聽力的決勝點是「速度」和「抽象主題」。語速約 140-160 wpm(接近母語人士語速),主題涵蓋學術、商業、社會議題。這份檔案有 15 段聽力腳本,每段都附 TTS 設定和解析。


TTS 設定(中高級用 Speed: Slightly Fast)

# Edge TTS 推薦設定
edge-tts --voice "en-US-AriaNeural" --rate "+10%" --text "..." --write-media output.mp3
 
# 推薦語音:
# - en-US-AriaNeural(女,標準美音)
# - en-US-GuyNeural(男,標準美音)
# - en-GB-SoniaNeural(女,英式)

Part 1: 看圖辨義(3 題)

Q1(圖表分析)

圖片: 一張趨勢圖,顯示某城市過去 10 年的人口變化:2014 年 100 萬 → 2024 年 150 萬。

TTS 腳本:

[Female Voice, Speed: +10%]
"Look at the chart. Question number one.
According to the chart, what is the most accurate statement 
about the city's population growth?
(A) The population has remained relatively stable.
(B) The population has shown a steady upward trend.
(C) The population has fluctuated significantly.
(D) The population has declined over the past decade."

答案:(B)

解析: 從 100 萬 → 150 萬是穩定上升 (steady upward trend)。


Q2(地圖判讀)

圖片: 一張市區地圖,標示購物中心、車站、公園、博物館。

TTS 腳本:

[Male Voice]
"Look at the map. Question number two.
Which of the following best describes the location of the museum?
(A) It is situated between the train station and the shopping mall.
(B) It is adjacent to the park, on the opposite side of the train station.
(C) It is in the center of the city, surrounded by other landmarks.
(D) It is on the outskirts, far from the main attractions."

答案:(B)

解析: 博物館靠近公園,與火車站相對。


Q3(科學示意圖)

圖片: 一張「光合作用」示意圖,植物吸收 CO₂ 和水,釋出氧氣。

TTS 腳本:

[Female Voice]
"Look at the diagram. Question number three.
Based on the diagram, what is the primary function of photosynthesis?
(A) To convert sunlight into chemical energy and produce oxygen.
(B) To absorb water from the soil through the roots.
(C) To transport nutrients from the leaves to the roots.
(D) To protect plants from environmental threats."

答案:(A)

解析: 光合作用核心是「光能轉化能量 + 釋放氧氣」。


Part 2: 問答(4 題)

Q4

TTS 腳本:

[Female Voice]
"Question number four.
What's your take on the new government policy regarding remote work?
(A) I take the bus to work every day.
(B) I think it has both advantages and drawbacks.
(C) Remote work started during the pandemic.
(D) I don't have a job right now."

答案:(B)

解析: “What’s your take on” = 你對…有何看法。


Q5

TTS 腳本:

[Male Voice]
"Question number five.
How do you reconcile your busy work schedule with personal hobbies?
(A) I work from nine to five.
(B) I really enjoy reading books.
(C) It's challenging, but I make time on weekends.
(D) My job is in the marketing field."

答案:(C)

解析: “reconcile A with B” = 平衡 A 與 B。


Q6

TTS 腳本:

[Female Voice]
"Question number six.
To what extent do you agree that social media is harmful to teenagers?
(A) I use social media every day.
(B) Teenagers are between 13 and 19.
(C) I largely agree, especially regarding mental health.
(D) Social media platforms are very popular."

答案:(C)

解析: “To what extent” 問同意程度,要回答程度(largely agree)。


Q7

TTS 腳本:

[Male Voice]
"Question number seven.
Could you elaborate on the challenges of climate change adaptation?
(A) Climate change is a serious problem.
(B) Sure. The biggest challenges include funding and political will.
(C) I'm not interested in environmental issues.
(D) Adaptation means changing our behavior."

答案:(B)

解析: “elaborate on” = 詳細說明,要展開回答具體挑戰。


Part 3: 簡短對話(4 題)

Q8

TTS 腳本:

[Female Voice]: "I've been thinking about pursuing a master's degree, 
but I'm hesitant about the financial commitment."

[Male Voice]: "I understand your concern. Have you looked into scholarships 
or financial aid programs?"

[Female Voice]: "I've researched some options, but the application process 
is quite competitive. Plus, I'd have to leave my current job."

[Male Voice]: "Have you considered part-time programs that allow you to 
continue working?"

[Female Voice]: "That's an interesting idea. It might take longer, but 
it would be more financially sustainable."

[Narrator]: "Question: What is the woman's main concern?"
(A) The competitive application process.
(B) The financial burden of pursuing further education.
(C) The difficulty of leaving her current job.
(D) The duration of the master's program.

答案:(B)

解析: 女士第一句說 hesitant about the financial commitment。


Q9

TTS 腳本:

[Male Voice]: "Did you watch the documentary on artificial intelligence 
last night?"

[Female Voice]: "Yes, I found it fascinating but also somewhat concerning."

[Male Voice]: "What concerned you the most?"

[Female Voice]: "The potential job displacement. While AI can boost 
productivity, many traditional roles may become obsolete within decades."

[Male Voice]: "That's a valid point. However, history shows that new 
technologies often create new types of jobs."

[Female Voice]: "True, but the transition period could be painful for 
those without the skills to adapt."

[Narrator]: "Question: What is the woman's main concern about AI?"
(A) AI is not advanced enough.
(B) AI may eliminate traditional jobs without sufficient adaptation.
(C) AI documentaries are not informative.
(D) AI cannot create new jobs.

答案:(B)

解析: 女士擔心 job displacement,且 transition 可能 painful。


Q10

TTS 腳本:

[Female Voice]: "Have you noticed how rents have skyrocketed in this 
neighborhood?"

[Male Voice]: "Definitely. My landlord raised my rent by 15% this year."

[Female Voice]: "That's outrageous. The wage increases certainly haven't 
kept pace."

[Male Voice]: "Indeed. I'm seriously considering moving to a more 
affordable area."

[Female Voice]: "But that means a longer commute, doesn't it?"

[Male Voice]: "True. It's a difficult trade-off. Lower rent but more 
time and money spent on transportation."

[Narrator]: "Question: What dilemma is the man facing?"
(A) Whether to ask his landlord for a discount.
(B) Whether to find a new job with higher pay.
(C) Whether to accept higher rent or move and face longer commute.
(D) Whether to move in with his friend.

答案:(C)

解析: 男士的兩難 = 高租金 vs. 搬家 + 通勤時間。


Q11

TTS 腳本:

[Male Voice]: "I'm planning to volunteer at the local food bank next month. 
Would you be interested in joining me?"

[Female Voice]: "I'd love to, but my schedule is pretty packed. What's 
the time commitment?"

[Male Voice]: "It's flexible. They have shifts ranging from two to six hours, 
mostly on weekends."

[Female Voice]: "That sounds manageable. What kind of work is involved?"

[Male Voice]: "Mainly sorting donations, packing food parcels, and helping 
distribute meals to families in need."

[Female Voice]: "Count me in! It would be a meaningful way to give back 
to the community."

[Narrator]: "Question: Why does the woman ultimately decide to volunteer?"
(A) She has a lot of free time.
(B) She wants to learn new skills.
(C) She values contributing to the community.
(D) The man pressured her to join.

答案:(C)

解析: 女士說 a meaningful way to give back to the community。


Part 4: 短文聽解(4 題)

Q12-13(學術演講)

TTS 腳本:

[Female Speaker, Academic Tone]
"Good afternoon, everyone. Today, we'll explore the concept of cognitive 
biases and their impact on decision-making.

Cognitive biases are systematic patterns of deviation from rationality 
in judgment. These mental shortcuts, while often useful for quick 
decision-making, can lead to flawed conclusions in complex situations.

For instance, confirmation bias makes us seek information that confirms 
our existing beliefs while ignoring contradictory evidence. The availability 
heuristic causes us to overestimate the likelihood of events we can easily 
recall, such as plane crashes, while underestimating more common but less 
memorable risks.

Understanding these biases is the first step toward more rational 
decision-making. In subsequent lectures, we'll examine specific biases 
in detail and discuss strategies to mitigate their effects.

Any questions before we move on?"

Q12: What is the main topic of the lecture? (A) The history of psychology. (B) Cognitive biases and their effects on decisions. (C) How to recall information accurately. (D) The benefits of mental shortcuts.

答案:(B)

Q13: According to the lecture, what does confirmation bias cause? (A) People to forget important information. (B) People to seek information that supports their beliefs. (C) People to make decisions quickly. (D) People to overestimate dangers.

答案:(B)


Q14-15(新聞報導)

TTS 腳本:

[Male News Anchor]
"In today's economic news, the central bank announced a quarter-point 
interest rate cut, the third reduction this year. The decision aims to 
stimulate economic growth amid concerns about slowing consumer spending 
and rising unemployment.

Economists are divided on the effectiveness of the cut. Some argue that 
lower interest rates will encourage borrowing and investment, boosting 
economic activity. Others contend that the cut comes too late, as 
consumer confidence has already eroded significantly.

Stock markets responded positively, with major indices closing up two 
percent. However, savers may see lower returns on their bank deposits.

The bank's next meeting is scheduled for December, where further 
adjustments may be considered. Critics warn that continued rate cuts 
could lead to long-term economic instability."

Q14: What did the central bank do? (A) Raised interest rates. (B) Lowered interest rates by a quarter-point. (C) Kept interest rates unchanged. (D) Closed all bank branches.

答案:(B)

Q15: What is the concern raised by critics? (A) The cut will hurt the stock market. (B) The cut will benefit savers. (C) Continued rate cuts may cause long-term instability. (D) The cut will reduce employment.

答案:(C)


中高級聽力策略

1. 抓「邏輯關係詞」

中高級短文常用複雜的論證結構,邏輯關係詞是關鍵:

訊號詞暗示
However / Nonetheless對比 / 轉折
Moreover / Furthermore補充
Consequently / As a result結果
For instance / Specifically舉例
In contrast / Conversely對比
Indeed / In fact強調

2. 對話題的「立場與觀點」

中高級對話常考「誰持什麼立場」:

A: 我贊成 X
B: 我有點擔心 Y
A: 但你忽略了 Z

題目可能問:
- A 的立場是什麼?
- B 為什麼擔心?
- A 如何回應 B 的擔憂?

3. 學術演講的「結構訊號」

開頭:Today, we'll discuss... / Let's begin by...
重點 1:First / To begin with...
舉例:For instance / Take ___ as an example
轉折:However / On the other hand
結論:In conclusion / To sum up...

4. 筆記法(Cornell Notes Lite)

[左欄:關鍵字]      [右欄:細節]
Cognitive biases    systematic deviation
Confirmation bias   seek info confirming beliefs
Availability heur.  overestimate easy-to-recall events

聽完一段,你的筆記應該能讓你重建大意


4 週聽力訓練計畫

主題訓練重點
1Q1-3 看圖 + Q4-7 問答抓主題詞、分辨選項
2Q8-11 對話抓立場、觀點、轉折
3Q12-15 短文結構訊號、筆記法
4全套模擬不暫停一次,檢討 + 跟讀

中高級聽力的 5 個高頻學術主題

中高級聽力經常出這些主題,提前熟悉相關字彙:

1. 環境與永續

關鍵字:sustainability, biodiversity, carbon emissions, renewable energy, deforestation, climate change

2. 科技與 AI

關鍵字:artificial intelligence, automation, algorithm, data privacy, machine learning, cybersecurity

3. 經濟與社會

關鍵字:inflation, recession, inequality, globalization, urbanization, demographic shift

4. 心理與健康

關鍵字:cognitive bias, mental health, well-being, mindfulness, anxiety, resilience

5. 教育與職場

關鍵字:lifelong learning, remote work, work-life balance, productivity, soft skills


威威老師的最後叮嚀

中高級聽力的關鍵不是「聽懂每個字」,而是「抓住主旨和邏輯」。

母語人士聽英文新聞時,也不會每個字都聽懂,但他們抓得住重點。這就是你要訓練的能力。

每天 20 分鐘訓練法:

  1. 5 分鐘:BBC News / NPR(抓主旨)
  2. 5 分鐘:TED Talk 片段(抓邏輯)
  3. 5 分鐘:影子跟讀(模仿語調)
  4. 5 分鐘:複述大意(用自己的話說)

三個月後,你的聽力會質變。加油!