第1题
第2题
Is there a bus going there?
A.Yes, but you may walk there.
B.No, you can’t miss it.
C.Yes, take a taxi.
D.No, it’s a white building.
第3题
A.30
B.35
C.45
D.60
第4题
(A)That’s right.
(B) Who knows!
(C) I think so. Thank you very much.
(D) You can’t miss it.
第5题
A.When would you like your table, Miss?
B.When should we expect you, Madam?
C.For how many people, sir?
D.Can I get another beer for you?
第6题
(A)No, I can’t say that.
(B) You can’t miss it.
(C) Sorry, I’m new around here, too.
(D) Please don’t say so.
第7题
- Excuse me, could you show me the way to the nearest post office?- __________ Oh yes! Two blocks away from here at the Green Avenue. You can't miss it.
A.I beg your pardon?
B.What do you mean?
C.You're welcome.
D.Mm, let me think.
第8题
A.I beg your pardon?
B.What do you mean?
C.You're welcome.
D.Mm, let me think.
第9题
JOHN: Have you had a chance to look over the contract?
LORRIE: Yes.I've read it carefully.
JOHN: And do you have any questions?
LORRIE: No.But the contract stipulates that I will teach 22 hours a week.Will you have that many classes for me right away?
JOHN: No, probably not.For the first two weeks you may teach 10 or 15 hours.
LORRIE : But my salary will be 1 100 dollars a month.Will you pay me that much for the first month? Because, I mean, I won't be working so many hours.
JOHN: I understand.That's why I didn't write the date on the contract.For the first two weeks, we will pay you according to the hours you teach.When you have 22 hours of classes, then the contract will take effect.Is that alright with you?
LORRIE: Oh, so I don't sign the contract today.Is that right?
JOHN: I don't want you to misunderstand, Miss Briggs.We are very serious about hiring you.We want you to teach for us.We usually do contracts this way because it is more convenient.
LORRIE: I can accept that.
JOHN: Good.And your benefits will begin immediately.
LORRIE: Even my health insurance?
JOHN: Yes.We will apply for your health insurance tomorrow.And your free membership in the club starts today if you like.
LORRIE: I have a few questions about the free membership.
JOHN: What would you like to know?
LORRIE : Is my membership the same as paying club members? I mean, can I get discounts at club hotels?
JOHN: Absolutely.The only difference is in the restaurant and bar vouchers.
LORRIE: What are bar vouchers?
JOHN: Paying club members get around 300 dollars a year in restaurant vouchers.The vouchers can be used in the restaurant or the lounge.But we don't offer vouchers to employees.
LORRIE: But according to the contract, employees get a discount in the restaurant.
JOHN: That's fight.So in a way, it is cheaper for you than for the members.You get more benefits than they do.
LORRIE: So, for now, you want me to keep a copy of the contract.But we won't sign it yet.Is that right?
JOHN: Yes.I've prepared the contract just so that you understand everything, so that you understand the terms.
LORRIE: I understand.And according to the terms on the contract, I am happy to accept this job.I look forward to it.
JOHN: I'm very pleased.We look forward to having you here, Miss Briggs.
第10题
Read the following passage and choose the best sentence (A-G) to fill each of the gaps.
It's impossible to miss the fact that stocks , real estate and bonds all make for decent investments. But there are so many different investment options , most of which get minimal
marketing. (8)_______
1. American Depository Receipt (ADR)
ADRs are traded on U. S. stock markets just like regular stocks , but they actually represent shares in foreign corporations. An ADR is issued by a U. S. -based bank or brokerage , which buys a large number of shares from a company based outside the U. S.(9) ______ ADRs are a relatively simple way to invest in foreign companies and avoid the administrative and duty costs of international transactions.
2. Annuity
Annuities provide set payments at regular intervals to their owners. (10)______ Deferred annuities are often contracted for life - they're set up so that as long as you live ,the insurance company will send you a check at a regular interval. Annuities are also either fixed (the payments are set) or variable (there is a guaranteed minimum payment , as well as payments based on the performance of an annuity investment portfolio).
3. Closed-End Investment Fund
A closed-end fund issues shares that are traded just like stocks but are actually closer to mutual funds in the way they are managed. Closed-end funds hold portfolios of securities - usually securities that meet very specific criteria. (11)______ Some closed-end funds offer dividends.
4. Collectibles
Collectibles can be pretty much any physical asset with a value that increases over time. While most people consider fine art , stamps and similar purchases to be collectibles , there is no strict definition that includes or excludes a particular asset. (12)______ However, a collectible's appreciating value often outpaces inflation.
5. Common Stock
Common stock is a share of ownership in a particular company. (13)______ The majority of stocks traded today are common stocks. While the benefits associated with owning stock can be great , it is a relatively risky investment. (14)______
Now choose the best sentence (A-G) to fill each of the gaps.
A. Those shares are bundled into groups and then resold.
B. These funds are actively managed and may hold a few investments in stocks or bonds in order to diversify.
C. If a company that you own stock in goes bankrupt , as a common shareholder, you won' t receive money until the creditors , bondholders and preferred shareholders have all been paid off.
D. An annuity can either be immediate or deferred: with a deferred annuity , you will not begin receiving payments for a certain period of time.
E. It entitles you to a portion of the company' s profits as well as voting rights.
F. Those listed below are investments that any investor should be familiar with.
G. The greatest drawback to collectibles is the fact that collectibles offer no income.