2026年4月托福机经套卷(第5套)Listen to an Academic Talk / 24 道题

Listen to an Academic Talk / 2

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What does the speaker mainly discuss?

AHow László Bíró made ink more convenient for printing on newsprint

BHow an invention influenced the newspaper industry

CHow an ancient technology has become useful for a new purpose

DHow pens became convenient and affordable for everyday use

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正确答案：D

What does the speaker imply about László Bíró's job?

AIt required him to use pens that broke frequently.

BIt allowed him to explore his interest in chemistry.

CIt was at the same place as his brother's job.

DIt presented him with a problem and an idea for a solution.

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正确答案：D

What is the speaker's opinion about the process of developing a ballpoint pen?

AThe process led to improvements in printing techniques.

BThe process was more complicated than it might seem.

CThe process required components that were easily broken and difficult to use.

DThe process was inefficient until it began to rely on gravity.

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正确答案：B

What does the speaker say about the French entrepreneur?

AHe created a product that was based on Bíró's invention.

BHe sold cheap ballpoint pens before Bíró had completed his design.

CHe sold a variety of different products.

DHe paid for Bíró's work in exchange for naming the final product.

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正确答案：A