Unit 3　Language in use

7.Listen and complete the notes.

Interviewer:Today's programme is about space travel. I'm talking to an astronaut from CNSA. Hello, we're interested to hear about your experiences in space. When did you join CNSA?

Astronaut:Six years ago.

Interviewer:And how many times have you flown in a spaceship?

Astronaut:Two times.

Interviewer:How did you feel when you were in the spaceship?

Astronaut:I enjoyed it. It was very exciting.

Interviewer:Have you worked on the space station?

Astronaut:Yes, I have. I've already been there twice.

Interviewer:Have you seen the earth from the space station?

Astronaut:Yes, I have. It's very blue, and very beautiful.

Interviewer:How wonderful! How did you feel when you saw it?

Astronaut:I was so happy. I wanted to cry.

Interviewer:I'm sure. Tell me, why did you decide to become an astronaut?

Astronaut:I've always been interested in space. It's so exciting!

Interviewer:Do you think there's life on other planets?

Astronaut:Yes, I do. The universe is so big. There are so many galaxies, and so many solar systems.

Interviewer:But we haven't found anything yet.

Astronaut:We've only just begun to look. Give us time!

Interviewer:(laughing) Another hundred years maybe? Well, thank you for talking to us. It's been great to talk to you.

Astronaut:Thank you.