问答题 《复合题被拆开情况》Dear Mr. Miller, I am writing to ask whether it would be possible for you to provide a reference for me. As you know, I worked as an Assistant Manager for you between June 1, 2018 and August 1, 2021, during which time I maintained a perfect attendance record and earned high scores on my performance evaluations. If you would be able to attest (证明) to my qualifications for employment and to the skills I attained during my tenure (任期 ) at ACA Company, I would sincerely appreciate it. I am in the process of seeking employment as an Assistant Manager and a positive reference from you would enhance my prospects of achieving my career goals; I need to have my list of references ready to submit by October 18, 2021. Please let me know if there is any information I can provide regarding my experience to assist you in giving me a reference; I’ve attached my resume for your review. I can be reached at hsmith@abcd. com or (111)111-1111. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Henry Smith《问题》:What is the purpose of this letter?To ask Mr. Miller to provide____________________________
【正确答案】a reference
【答案解析】本题考查作者写信的目的。根据线索词ask和provide定位到第一段第一句。定位句开门见山,直接说明自己来信目的是询问米勒先生是否可以为其提供一份推荐信。由此可知,作者写信的目的是获得一封推荐信。通过对比题干和原文,可以确定本题的答案为a reference。