2026年4月托福机经套卷(第1套)Listen to an Academic Talk / 24 道题

Listen to an Academic Talk / 2

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What is the main topic of the talk?

AA problem that was solved by a group of women inventors

BA safety concern with nineteenth-century firetrucks

CA way to prevent fires in tall buildings

DAn invention that improved safety in cities

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正确答案：D

Why does the speaker mention a parachute?

ATo highlight a problem with some designs

BTo give an example of a modern solution

CTo give an example of a patented invention

DTo emphasize the variety of businesses in cities

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正确答案：A

What does the speaker like about Anna Connelly's first design?

AIt was the least expensive option.

BIt took into account the origins of most fires.

CIt had all of the features required by law.

DIt allowed firefighters to reach higher floors.

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正确答案：B

What does the speaker indicate about fire escapes in newer buildings?

AThey were inspired by Connelly's second design.

BThey are constructed with iron supports.

CThey cannot be seen from the outside.

DThey do not work as well as Connelly's inventions.

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正确答案：C