美国参议员史蒂夫·戴恩斯访问中国讨论双边问题
US Senator Steve Daines Visits China to Discuss Bilateral Issues
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Part I. QUESTIONS
Listen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.
Q1. When did Senator Steve Daines attend a meeting at the Capitol?
A. February 25, 2025
B. February 26, 2025
C. February 27, 2025
D. February 28, 2025
Q2. What did Mao Ning emphasize about China-US relations?
A. They should focus on trade tariffs.
B. They benefit both nations when stable and healthy.
C. They require frequent visits from Congress members.
D. They should prioritize agricultural cooperation.
Q3. What is the main idea of Mao Ning’s remarks at the Beijing press briefing?
A. China supports sustainable China-US relations.
B. China opposes tariffs imposed by the US.
C. China encourages agricultural trade with Montana.
D. China prioritizes visits from American officials.
Q4. Why did the US impose tariffs on Chinese imports?
A. To address environmental concerns.
B. To promote cultural exchanges.
C. To improve agricultural trade.
D. To respond to the fentanyl issue.
Q5. What topics did Senator Daines plan to discuss during his visit to China?
A. Preventing fentanyl production and reducing trade tariffs.
B. Increasing agricultural exports and resolving political disputes.
C. Reducing the trade deficit and improving market access.
D. Addressing mutual concerns and promoting cultural exchanges.
Part II. TRANSCRIPT
US Senator Steve Daines Visits China to Discuss Bilateral Issues
(Q1) US Senator Steve Daines (Republican, Montana) attended a meeting with Senate Republicans and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles at the Capitol on February 26, 2025.
senator n. 参议员
(Q2) China’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning welcomed Senator Daines’ visit to China, emphasizing that a stable and healthy China-US relationship benefits both nations.
ministry n. 部，部委
(Q3) At a Beijing press briefing, Mao expressed China’s openness to visits from Americans, including members of Congress, and highlighted the importance of steady and sustainable China-US ties.
brief v. 向……简要说明
(Q4) Daines arrived in Beijing on Thursday, shortly after the US imposed tariffs on Chinese imports, citing the fentanyl issue.
fentanyl n. 芬太尼（一种药物）
(Q5) The senator stated on social media that his discussions in China would focus on curbing fentanyl production, reducing the trade deficit, and ensuring fair market access for Montana’s agricultural producers.
When asked about these topics, Mao reiterated China’s stance on addressing mutual concerns through dialogue based on equality and respect.
reiterate v. 重申，反复强调
Part III. KEY
Q1. B.【解析】细节题。根据“US Senator Steve Daines (Republican, Montana) attended a meeting with Senate Republicans and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles at the Capitol on February 26, 2025.”，可知美国参议员史蒂夫·戴恩斯于2025年2月26日在国会大厦出席会议。因此，正确答案为B。
Q2. B.【解析】细节题。根据“China’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning welcomed Senator Daines’ visit to China, emphasizing that a stable and healthy China-US relationship benefits both nations.”，可知中国外交部发言人毛宁欢迎戴恩斯参议员访问中国，并强调稳定健康的中美关系对两国都有益。因此，正确答案为B。
Q3. A.【解析】主旨题。根据“At a Beijing press briefing, Mao expressed China’s openness to visits from Americans, including members of Congress, and highlighted the importance of steady and sustainable China-US ties.”，可知在北京的新闻发布会上，毛宁表达了中国对包括国会议员在内的美国人访问的开放态度，并强调了稳定可持续的中美关系的重要性。因此，正确答案为A。
Q4. D.【解析】推理题。根据“Daines arrived in Beijing on Thursday, shortly after the US imposed tariffs on Chinese imports, citing the fentanyl issue.”，可知美国以芬太尼问题为由对中国进口商品征收关税。因此，正确答案为D。
Q5. C.【解析】细节题。根据“The senator stated on social media that his discussions in China would focus on curbing fentanyl production, reducing the trade deficit, and ensuring fair market access for Montana’s agricultural producers.”，可知戴恩斯议员在中国的讨论将围绕3个议题展开：遏制芬太尼生产、减少贸易逆差、确保蒙大拿州农业生产者的公平市场准入。因此，正确答案为C。
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