2026年5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 is the main topic of the talk?

AThe spread of cultural beliefs and practices

BChallenges overcome by early farming techniques

CThe lasting impact of ancient cultures on modern societies

DAncient technologies that are still in use today

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正确答案：A

Why does the speaker mention irrigation systems and terrace farming?

ATo suggest that some ancient practices were more impactful than others

BTo provide examples of agricultural techniques that spread to neighboring regions

CTo explain how societies moved from hunting and gathering to agriculture

DTo illustrate the cultural differences among various regions

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正确答案：B

What does the speaker say about religious traditions?

AThey often adapted to incorporate local customs.

BThey rarely spread beyond their place of origin.

CThey had a major influence on the diffusion of language.

DThey transformed literacy and recordkeeping.

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正确答案：A

According to the speaker, why is cultural diffusion sometimes met with resistance?

AIt may require the adoption of new agricultural practices.

BIt can become an obstacle to economic progress.

CIt may be seen as a threat to existing traditions.

DIt often requires learning a new language.

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正确答案：C