2026年4月托福机经套卷(第6套)Listen to an Academic Talk4 道题

Listen to an Academic Talk

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What is the talk mainly about?

AA phenomenon that lowers intrinsic motivation through external incentives

BThe positive effects of external rewards on productivity

CHistorical changes in motivational psychology theories

DMethods for enhancing intrinsic motivation in educational settings

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正确答案：A

Why does the speaker refer to a 1970s experiment involving children and markers?

ATo give a real-world example of the overjustification effect

BTo argue that rewards can enhance performance

CTo provide historical context for the field of motivational psychology

DTo describe children’s preference for creative activities

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正确答案：A

According to the speaker, how does an individual’s perception of an activity change when external rewards are introduced?

AThe activity becomes more enjoyable than it was before.

BThe activity feels less like a choice and more like an obligation.

CThe activity is perceived as more challenging than it was before.

DThe activity increases in its potential for personal development.

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正确答案：B

What does the speaker say is important in education and business?

ADistributing rewards fairly

BEncouraging intrinsic motivation

CChoosing self-driven individuals for leadership roles

DProviding enough time for leisure activities such as painting

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正确答案：B