大学口语

(Christmas in …) is as joyful as ( the Spring Festival in China).

There are some differences between ( the ways we observe the New Year).

(Christmas activities ) are quite different from (Spring Festival activities).

Our ways of … are not the same as yours.

Expressing one’s opinion

I think/ don’t think (appearance counts a great deal in a job interview).

As to/for me, ( I am used to working long hours).

As far as I am concerned, (I’d like to read this book).

Personally, (I would say yes to your proposal).

Studies and Courses

Are you busy with your studies this term?

Do you have a busy schedule this semester?

How many courses do you have for this semester?

I have four required courses and two optional courses this term.

What subject do you do best?

I am an average student.

How are you getting along with your college life?

What courses will you take for the next term?

Who is teaching you English this term?

About a University

The university was founded in 1956.

Most of the students and some faculty members live on campus.

How many foreign students do you have?--- the total enrollment of the foreign students is about 30.

Is your university on the foreign students exchange program? Yes.

We’d like to know your opinions about your teaching and research capacities.

We welcome suggestions and criticisms.

The campus is very beautiful and all the teachers are kind and helpful, and the students work hard. Thank you very much for your time.

Each university has its own strong points.

In fact, we can basically divide all the universities in China into 2 groups. Some of them are good on the whole. Others may not be famous, but they are really strong in some departments or research fields.

At the library

How many books can I borrow altogether?

Could you recommend me an American novel?

We read newspapers and magazines in the reading room everyday.

In the library, there are usually three sections: references, fiction(文学类书籍) and nonfiction. The open stacks system is applied in the library.

Borrowing is limited to five books and we have to renew them in two months.

About tests

I have been sitting here for more than 2 hours working on the different and difficult English words and found no interest in it. It’s all that I have to take part in the CET-4.

Could you give me some tips on how to prepare for the exams?