Part 2: Questions from 7 to 15.

Listen to the conversation between Tom and Linda. Fill in each blank with no more than three words.

Tom:       You look upset, Linda. What's the matter?

Linda:     Nothing serious. Just my parents keep (7)……………………………………… my clothes.

Tom:       Why don't they like them?

Linda:     They think my trousers are too skinny and my tops are too tight. They don't like my

               sparkling clothes or high heels. They want me to wear (8) ………………………………………

               stuff such as jeans and T- shirts.

Tom:       Well, it depends on where you're going. If you're going to a party, you could dress up,

               but I don't think you should wear flashy clothes every day.

Linda:     But I really want to look more (9) …………………………………….……………….

Tom:       Well, have you thought about the cost? Perhaps your parents can't afford to buy

               expensive clothes.

Linda:     Maybe you're right. What about you? Do you get into (10) ………………………………………

               your parents?

Tom:       Not really. But they forbid me to play computer games.

Linda:     Sounds bad. What's wrong with computer games?

Tom:       They think ail computer games are (11) ………………………………………. They want me to

               use my computer for more useful stuff.

Linda:     But there are some (12) ……………………………………… of playing computer sanies.

Tom:       Yes, there arc. I can read faster because I can concentrate more. Playing computer

               games after school also helps me to relax after a hard day.

Linda:     But your parents may worry about (13) ……………………………………… if you look at the

               computer          screen for a long time.

Tom:       Yes. They probably worry about it, and want me to have a (14) …………………………………

               with more outdoor activities.

Linda:     That's right, I think you need to tell your parents that you agree with them, and

               explain (15) ……………………………………… of computer games

Tom:       That's a good idea. I hope my parents understand that. Thank you.

Linda:     No problem. Thanks for your advice, too.