单选题One thing you can count on is that the stock market almost never does ______ you expect it to do. A. what B. because C. that D. why

单选题More than half of the doctors in the region ______ signed up for the community health program.

单选题TO: ALL DEPARTMENT HEADS RE: Retirement Party for Anne Ross Most of you know Anne Ross. She has been in our company for 19 years as our Manager of Human Resources. Anne will be retiring at the end of the year, and we would like to show our appreciation for her 10 by throwing her a farewell party after work on her final day at Binn"s Restaurant, located across the street from our firm. If any of you would care to contribute towards a 11 farewell gift, Claudia will be coming around with an envelope. Many of you are esteemed members of our business family 12 Anne"s insightful direction. I hope you can all attend her farewell. Please announce this to your staff and let them know that all are welcome.

单选题Ms. Pamela Jenkins145 Hardwood DriveAlton, MA 02187August 15, 2010Dear Ms. Jenkins, According to our records, your subscription to the Alton Herald is due to expire at the end of this month. Unless you renew your subscription within the next two weeks, the newspaper will no longer be delivered to your premises. Subscriptions are all handled online now, so in order to renew, please visit our website at www. altonherald.com. By clicking on the "renew" button in the top right corner and following the simple instructions, you will ensure that you continue to receive a hard copy of the paper every day. Moreover, you will also be entitled to view premium news content on our website, such as exclusive pictures and videos, expert opinion and analysis, and much more. Regards, The Team — Alton Herald

单选题With more than 200,000 domestic accidents every year, household safety is not something that should be taken for ______. A. granted B. accepted C. agreed D. given

单选题 Questions 166-169 refer to the following article. We most often think of communication as talking, but it commonly occurs in other forms as well. In addition to words, communication can occur in the form of pictures or through actions. When we speak or write, we are using words to communicate our ideas and feelings. It is essential for people to use words effectively in order to communicate clearly. Although words may seem straightforward, they are as subject to misinterpretation as any other form of communication. Pictures can be a quite powerful form of communication. You will understand this if you think of any great work of art. Businesses can successfully use pictures in posters, charts, signs, and packaging. When combining words and pictures, the design should be carefully planned out. The pictures used on posters and charts, as well as in brochures and advertisements, should complement rather than conflict with the words. Action is an important form of communication that we are often unaware of. As the adage says, "Actions speak louder than words." This medium is most important when dealing face-to-face with employees, colleagues, and clients. A frown, a handshake, a wink, and even silence all have meaning and people will attach significance to these actions. Just as it is important to choose our words carefully, it is also important to be aware of our actions and of how they may be perceived by others.

单选题 Questions 158-161 refer to the following e-mail. Subject: Ask for orders From: Liz 4589@tom. com To. Househocom@gmail. com Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of 25 June, and are glad to inform you that all the items listed in your enquiry are in stock. We are enclosing a performer invoice for the household products you are interested in. If you wish to place a form order, will you please arrange for settlement of the invoice by draft through your bank, and advice us at the same time. We can guarantee delivery in Melbourne within 2 weeks of receiving your instructions. If you require the items urgently, we will arrange for them to be sent by air, but this will, of course, entail higher freight charges. We are enclosing details of our terms of payment, and would be happy to discuss discounts with you if you would kindly let us know how large your orders are likely to be. We are also enclosing a copy of the report on our household products. We are looking forward to hearing from you, and assure you that your orders will receive our immediate attention. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Yours faithfully,　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Liz Johnson

单选题The tour guide gave members of the group a chance to explore the ancient castle on ______.(A) theirs(B) them(C) themselves(D) their own

单选题Those wishing to visit the museum should ______ for the guided tour.

单选题The temporary workers will be hired to trim trees and other vegetation that ______ the view of traffic control devices. A. adjust B. obstruct C. simplify D. intensify

单选题______ you have any problems with the machine, consult Mr Paul N. Hiatt, who is one of the most experienced mechanics in our factory(A) Had(B) Would(C) Should(D) Were

单选题As of next Friday some merchandise at this department store will be sold at a reduced price to ______ room for new arrivals.

单选题Stock farmers must be ______ to the possible reoccurrence of foot-and-mouth disease that has already killed millions of pigs and cows in East Asia.

单选题 Questions 186-190 refer to the following letters.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Dodge Household Furniture Co.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　25 east Tenth Street　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Chicago, III　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　May 14, 2008 Mr. Walter Roberts, Office Manager Great Investment Trust Co. 69 Jones Street, New York Dear Mr. Roberts, The unfavorable condition of the market here has compelled us to approach you for a short-term loan of 60,000 dollars to extricate us from temporary difficulties. We leave it to you to fix the rate of interest. As we have been doing business to each other's advantage for so long a time, we trust that you will be kind enough to oblige us with the said amount. We promise to pay back the money as soon as business begins to improve. Your favorable reply will be highly appreciated by, Yours very respectfully, Dodge Household Furniture Co. (Signed) Henry Norris Henry Norris Manager　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Great Investment Trust Co.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　69 Jones Street, New York　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　May 20, 2008 Mr. Henry Norris, Manager Dodge Household Furniture Co. 25 east Tenth Street Chicago, III Dear Mr. Norris, We are deeply distressed to learn from your letter that your company is now in an adverse financial situation as a result of business depression and badly in need of a loan. Considering our long-standing clientage of mutual benefit, we deem it our duty to help you out of the present dilemma. Herewith we send you under separate cover a check for the full sum as requested Please note that the rate of interest is 4 % per month and 4.5 % per quarter. We are confident that your business will soon look up. Wish you very good luck. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Yours very respectfully,　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Great Investment Trust Co.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　(Signed)　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Walter Roberts　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　{{B}}Walter Roberts{{/B}}　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Office Manager

单选题We believe that ______ recent changes in state laws, the majority vote standard is now in the best interests of the company and its shareholders.

单选题As he was not aware that the shirt was on sale, the cashier ______ charged Ms. Adams the full cost of the item.

单选题An analyst for Apple Inc. said a way to follow up the iPhone with a cheaper version would be to ______ the Nano into a phone priced at $300 or lower.(A) convert(B) converse(C) conserve(D) convey

单选题Next month, ten people in the advertising department will be considered for ______ to management positions.

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单选题Despite the dismal economy, our company's sales last year were ______ better than average. A. shortly B. recently C. slightly D. properly