单选题 The Norwegian Government is doing its best to keep the oil industry under control. A new law limits exploration to an area south of the southern end of the long coastline; production limits have been laid down (though these have already been raised); and oil companies have not been allowed to employ more than a limited number of foreign workers. But the oil industry has a way of getting over such problems, and few people believe that the Government will be able to hold things back for long. As an Norwegian politician said last week:"We will soon be changed beyond all recognition. " Ever since the war, the Government has been carrying out a program of development in the area north of the Arctic Circle. During the past few years this program has had a great deal of success. Tromso has been built up into a local capital with a university, a large hospital and a healthy industry. But the oil industry has already started to draw people south, and within a few years the whole northern policy could be in ruins. The effects of the oil industry would not be limited to the north, however. With nearly 100 percent employment, everyone can see a situation developing in which the service industries and the tourist industry will lose more of their workers to the oil industry. Some smaller industries might even disappear altogether when it becomes cheaper to buy goods from abroad. The real argument over oil is its threat to the Norwegian way of life. Farmers and fishermen do not make up most of the population, but they are an important part of it, because Norwegians see in them many of the qualities that they regard with pride as essentially Norwegian. And it is the farmers and the fishermen who are most critical of the oil industry because of the damage that it might cause to the countryside and to the sea.

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单选题The Daily Inquirer October 8 Book Review of Anne Narazaki' s New Century, New Business Reviewed by John Gilliam Anne Narazaki's recent book, New Century, New Business, seeks to examine the new technologies that are critical for global business and how they affect today's corporate transactions. Ms. Narazaki argues that while economic transactions of one kind or another have taken place for thousands of years, the impact of changing technology on business has become obvious only recently. In fact, as new technologies have grown more prevalent, Ms. Narazaki observes, international businesses have increased in size and number. At the same time, the time required to conduct each business transaction has decreased. Mr. Narazaki illustrates her observations with detailed examples of recent business transactions. Citing the merger of Poynter Technologies and Carce Company, which created the largest financial services company in the world, Ms. Narazaki explains the effect technology has on the valuation of a company, on communication between the managements of different companies, and on stock and funds trading. Those of us who take an interest in the interaction between business and technology will find Ms. Narazaki's ideas persuasive. The view that business cannot survive without keeping up with new technology has become today' s corporate reality. To: Anne Narazaki Date: October 13 From: Lily Oguro Dear Anne, I know we haven' t spoken since our days working together at the Rosence Company in Sydney, but I' m writing to congratulate you on the publication of your first book! I happened to read the Daily Inquirer on October 8 and was pleased and surprised to come across John Gilliam's article. You must be thrilled at getting such a great review. It seems like ages ago we worked together in Sydney. Do you remember our office? No computers, no internet, and three phones for twenty employees. Times and businesses certainly have changed. Judging by what I have read in your book so far, I thoroughly agree with your insightful and engaging assessment of technology and business. Are you still living in London? I'll be making a business trip there next month.(I'm with Rotaro incorporated now), and it would be nice to see you. In any event, I am really looking forward to finishing your book. Sincerely yours, Lily Oguro

单选题You are cordially invited to a formal ______ being held in honor of the company's new vice president. A. receipt B. receiving C. receiver D. reception

单选题 Oil and Economy Could the bad old days of economic decline be about to return? Since OPEC agreed to supply-cuts in March, the price of crude oil has jumped to almost $26 a barrel, up from less than $10 last December. This near-tripling of oil prices calls up scary memories of the 1973 oil shock, when prices quadrupled, and 1979—1980, when they also almost tripled. Both previous shocks resulted in double-digit inflation and global economic decline. So where are the headlines warning of gloom and doom this time? The oil price was given another push up this week when Iraq suspended oil exports. Strengthening economic growth, at the same time as winter grips the northern hemisphere, could push the price higher still in the short term. Yet there are good reasons to expect the economic consequences now to be less severe than in the 1970s. In most countries the cost of crude oil now accounts for a smaller share of the price of petrol than it did in the 1970s. In Europe, taxes account for up to four-fifths of the retail price, so even quite big changes in the price of crude have a more muted effect on pump prices than in the past. Rich economies are also less dependent on oil than they were, and so less sensitive to swings in the oil price. Energy conservation, a shift to other fuels and a decline in the importance of heavy, energy-intensive industries have reduced oil consumption. Software, consultancy and mobile telephones use far less oil than steel or car production. For each dollar of GDP (inconstant prices) rich economies now use nearly 50% less oil than in 1973. The OECD estimates in its latest Economic Outlook that, if oil prices averaged $22 a barrel for a full year, compared with $13 in 1998, this would increase the oil import bill in rich economies by only 0.25%—0.5% of GDP. That is less than one-quarter of the income loss in 1974 or 1980. On the other hand, oil-importing emerging economies—to which heavy industry has shifted—have become more energy-intensive, and so could be more seriously squeezed. One more reason not to lose sleep over the rise in oil prices is that, unlike the rises in the 1970s, it has not occurred against the background of general commodity-price inflation and global excess demand. A sizable portion of the world is only just emerging from economic decline. The Economist's commodity price index is broadly unchanging from a year ago. In 1973 commodity prices jumped by 70%, and in 1979 by almost 30%.

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单选题To: All Griffin Corporation EmployeesFrom: Sally Kleinman, Director, Employee RelationsRe: Employee Fitness CenterSent: Thursday, November 1, 9:46 A.M.Dear Colleagues: As you know, Griffin Corporation recognizes the importance of having an excellent exercise facility on the premises. Over the past three years, we have worked hard to improve the employee fitness center: we have purchased new exercise equipment, renovated the locker rooms, and begun offering "Welcome Aboard! ", a safety training course. Two months ago, you responded enthusiastically to a survey about this fitness facility. Based on our recommendations, changes are planning for the fitness center. They will take effort on December 1. First of all, as requested, the fitness center will stay open three extra hours Monday through Thursday. Also, a new series of classes-most of them suggested by you-will begin. Finally, those of you who have been using the center will be pleased to hear that popular personal trainer Joseph Santiago will be promoted to manager of the fitness center. We encourage more employees to take advantage of all the fitness center has to offer. Membership will continue to be subsidized and will remain at $15 per month. In addition, and for a limited time only, we are now offering a special rate for new members, members who sign up before December 1 will only be charged $10 per month for the next six months. Please contact Joseph Santiago to sign up at this new reduced rate. Best Regards, Sally KleinmanGRIFFIN EMPLOYEE FITNESS CENTER:NEW SCHEDULE(as of December 1)Hours of Operation Group ClassesMonday 6:00 A.M.-9:00 P.M. Monday Weight lifting 12:00-1:00 P.M.Tuesday 6:00 A.M.-9:00 P.M. Tuesday Aerobic workout 6:00-7:00 P.M.Wednesday 6:00 A.M.-9:00 P.M. Wednesday Kickboxing 12:00-1:00 P.M.Thursday 6:00 A.M.-9:00 P.M. Thursday Step aerobics 6:00-7:00 P.M.Friday 6:00 A.M.-9:00 P.M. Friday Yoga 7:00-8:30 A.M.Saturday 6:00 A.M.-9:00 P.M. Saturday Cross training 9:00-1:30 A.M.Sunday CLOSED ALL DAY Sunday CLOSED ALL DAYReminders1. Please do not use equipment for more than 30 minutes if other members are waiting to use it.2. Members may bring one guest per visit. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a member at all times.3. Registration is not required for classes, but class size is limited to 15 participants. Please arrive early to secure a place. Goals and bags should be left in the locker room so that all class participants have plenty of space.4. New members are required to complete a "Welcome Aboard" class before using any equipment.5. Members must carry their membership card at all times while in the center.

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单选题Income Tax Form for the Year 2006 Name: ______ Government Identification Number: ______ Home Address: ______ 1. Total wages earned in 2006 (this information should have been provided by your employer): ______ 2. Amount of tax on income stated on line 1 (See Pg. 62 of the directions for this form to determine the correct tax amount): ______ 3. Tax withheld from pay in 2006 (this information should have been provided by your employer): ______. 4. Subtract line 3 from line 2: ______ 5. If line 4 is a negative number, you have overpaid. You will receive a refund in the amount stated on line 4. (See pg. 77 of the directions for this form to learn how to receive your refund.) 6. If line 4 is a positive number, this is the amount of income tax you owe. (See pg.78 of the directions for this form for possible remittance methods.) Signature: ______ Date: ______