阅读理解An e-book, also known as an electronic(电子的) book, is an electronic version (版本) of a print book that you can download (下载) and read. What you need in order to read an e-book is an E-book Reader, which is a kind of free software used by your computer. Make sure you have the proper Reader free software used by your computer. Make sure you have the proper Reader before you download your e-book from the Internet. The software allows you to turn the words on the screen into proper size you like. It also helps you turn pages and change your choice of viewing. E-books are a fun alternative to regular books. You can download them to any computer, including your portable (便携式) computer so you can take them with you when you travel, and create your own library of hundreds of titles. Best of all, when you order an e-book, there is no waiting and no shipping or handling charges. The amount of time it takes to download your e-book depends on the speed of your connection and the size of your e-book.

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阅读理解Dear Mr. Bush, I have just received a consignment(贷物) from you and regret that I must inform you of the poor quality of the goods. Most of the Vegetable and fruit are rotten(腐烂) or simply bad. In fact, the whole consignment looks as if it were loaded and then left for two days without cooling system. Whatever the reason, you must have known the state of the goods on dispatch (发送). I''m now left in a position where I have no goods to sell. This, I''m sure you understand, is not only disappointing to me, but it could mean that my customers may go elsewhere. The situation has arisen, however, and I expect a full explanation of this unpleasant problem, I also expect you to send me a replacement for this consignment within one week. Otherwise, we will have to ask for compensation. I''m sorry to have to write to you in such a tone and I hope such a case will not happen again in the future. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely yours Jacky White

阅读理解What is the author's attitude toward this mini fridge?

阅读理解In New York, there is now a school with no daily lessons, no class teachers, not even a school building. The "school" is a now project. It is called "City-as-School" and the name means just that, the city itself is the place where 350 students, between the age of 15 and 18, learn their lessons. Students choose areas of work which interest them and then they help to do that work. For instance, one girl spends her week in the offices of a Congresswoman —— an elected official —— helping the public with problems such as pensions, housing, etc. Then she goes to help in a theatre for a day and she spends one day a week taking first-year courses at college. City-as-School is 30 years old. The education system in New York accepts it now, as an alternative to final years at school. But can it replace ordinary lessons? Well, students have to pass maths and science exams before they enter the "school". These subjects are not easy to provide for in " City-as-School". Teachers monitor the progress of the students, 80 to 85% of the students go to college (or university, as it is called in Britain) after their time at "City-as-School". The success rate is high. And the students are enthusiastic about their "school". They like the responsibility of their work, and the sense of purpose it gives them. When the students leave "City-as-School" , they don''t have a normal academic education; but they do know a lot about different kinds of work in the city!

阅读理解The following is part of Information for Banking. After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to(与......等同) those given in Chinese in the table below. Then you should put the corresponding letters in the brackets on the Answer Sheet, numbered 51 through 55. A--account number B--deposit receipt C--credit card D---cheque, check E--cash F--savings bank G--branch bank H--surplus I--inflation J--currency K--money in circulation L--the purchasing power of money M--international monetary system N--stock O--debt P--exchange rate QUESTIONS: 51. ( )储蓄银行 ( )现金 52. ( )股票 ( )货币购买力 53. ( )兑换率 ( )银行分行 54. ( )债务 ( )支票 55. ( )国际货币制度 ( )信用卡

阅读理解The brand (商标) name puts a face on every company. Names like McDonald''s, GM, Apple, Intel, and a large number of others have long become very popular. They''ve also given customers a point of reference when thinking about a company. Good brand names might help companies avoid heavy costs and bring them greater profits. Usually companies create names that are easy to learn and remember. Firstly, the name should create interest. Rhymes (压韵)and humor are some ways to gain interest, but there are others as well. Think about your customers and what would interest them. Secondly, the name should present a picture or image. People remember them most because the name is stored in pictures and words. Thirdly, the name should be meaningful. It can be done with lots of advertising, but names that are themselves more meaningful to customers are more easily stored in memory. More important, the name should have meaningful associations that show the benefits customers want. Then the name should have some emotion. Emotional associations are easier to learn and remember. The Love Boat, for instance, is very easy to remember. Finally, the name should be simple so that it is easier to learn and remember.

阅读理解There is a Resume here. After reading it, you should give brief answers to the five questions (No. 56 through No. 60)following it. The answers should be written after the corresponding numbers on the Answer Sheet. Name: Gang Wang Date of Birth: June 12, 1960 Shanghai, P.R.C. Sex: Male Marital Status: Unmarried Education: 1968-1974 Yu Fu School, 180 West Yu Fu St., Nanjing 1974-1980 Wei Yuan High School, 17 Mei Yuan Rd, Nanjing 1980-1984 Fudan University, majoring in International Trading, and completing requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, degree to be granted June 22, 1984 Hobbies: making friends, listening to music, swimming, folk dancing Employment Record: May, 1984. A part-time clerk in the Engineering Technology Trading Corporation, responsible for telex operation and typing. Sept., 1984--present. Assistant Manager in Xi Kang Trade Company, in charge of international wade fair. Reference: Chu Minghua, General Manager in Xi Kang Trade Company.

阅读理解The following is a list of expressions concerning trade and finance. After reading it, you are required to find the items equivalent to (与……相同的) those given in Chinese in the table below. Then you should put the corresponding letters in the brackets on the Answer Sheet, numbered 51 through 55. A--gross weight B--federal income tax C--exchange rate D--bill of lading E--packing fees F--bilateral trade G--total income H--frozen capital I--self-financing J--liquid assets K--traveler''s cheque L--gasoline tax M--revenue N--arrival notice O--world market price p--stock market Q--stock exchange R--foreign currency S--means of payment T--net weight QUESTIONS: 51. ( )外币 ( )汇率 52. ( )包装费用 ( )旅行支票 53. ( )付款方式 ( )冻结资金 54. ( )净重 ( )自筹经费 55. ( )股票交易所 ( )联邦所得税

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阅读理解The most significant feature is that oil production will increase sharply in almost all the selected Gulf countries. Kuwait and Iraq are both expected to double their output between 1990 and 2010, with Kuwait''s production rising from 1.8 million barrels per day (bpd) in 1990 to 3.8 in 2010. Iran will also increase its output by a slightly smaller amount. After remaining steady at 2.5 million bpd from 1990 to 2000, the UAE''s output is expected to approach 4.0 million bpd in 2010. Only Qatar''s production is predicted to fall, back to 0. 8 million bpd after a slight rise in 2000. However, the greatest increase will be from Saudi Arabia. In 1990, its output capacity at 8.5 million bpd exceeded the combined production of Iran, Iraq and Kuwait. This lead is expected to continue with a 75% increase in production to 24.5 million bpd in 2010. QUESTIONS： Oil Production Capacity Kuwait and Iraq are both expected to (46) between 1990 and 2010. Kuwait''s production will rise to 3.8 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2010. Iran will increase its output by a (47) The UAE''s output is expected to (48) bpd in 2010. But Qatar''s production may fall back to (49) Saudi Arabia is expected to increase its production to (50) in 2010.

阅读理解Dear Sirs, Your company, Euro Cotton Import, has been introduced to us by Smith & Co. , London, as a large buyer of Chinese cotton products. These articles come within the scope of our business activities, and we shall be pleased to enter into business relations with you. To give you a general idea of the various types that are at present available for export by us, we enclose a specification list and shall be glad to send you samples and quotations upon receipt of your specific enquiry. Our terms of payment are by a draft at sight under L/C. All the products exported by us are of fine quality and at low price. We look forward to your early reply. Yours faithfully, Jack Lee, sales manager

阅读理解Amway (China) Daily Necessities Company Limited Amway is a leading international company engaged in daily necessities (必需品) with an annual sale of 16 billion US dollars worldwide. We are looking for qualified personnel to fill the following positions in our Beijing office. 1. Purchasing Manager * College diploma (文凭) with technical background * At least 3 years'' experience in the field of chemicals and packaging materials * Able to work independently and to set up purchasing procedures * Good computer skills * Excellent negotiation(谈判) techniques * Fluent in English, but not essential 2. Personnel Manager * College diploma in Human Resources Management * At least 2 years'' experience in Human Resources Management * Good computer skills * Fluent in English 3. Sales Manager * College diploma * Knowledge in product sales * Fluent in English * Active and hard-working

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阅读理解For some employers, the policy of lifelong employment is particularly important because it means that they can put money and effort into their staff(职员) training and make them loyal to the company. What they do is to select young people who have potential(潜能) and who can be trained. They then give the young people the kinds of skills that will make them suitable employees for the company. In other words, they adjust their training to their particular needs. One recently employed graduate says that she is receiving a great deal of valuable training from the company. "This means that I will be a loyal employee," she says. "And it also means that the company will want to keep me. I am an important investment for them. So the policy is a good one because it benefits both the employer and the employee." Recently, however, attitudes towards lifelong employment are beginning to change. Employees are slowly beginning to accept the idea that lifelong employment is not always in their best interest and that changing firms can have career advantages.

阅读理解Why does the author expect comments and suggestions? He wants to __________.

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阅读理解You want to get healthy. You know you need to exercise more. But you are not ready to do intense physical activities. Don''t worry! The best thing for most of us may be to just go for a walk. Yes, walk. At a reasonably vigorous clip (five to six kilometers per hour) for half an hour or so, maybe five or six times a week. You may not feel the benefits all at once, but the evidence suggests that over the long term, a regular walking routine can do you good. Walking, in fact, may be the perfect exercise. For starters, it''s one of the safest things you can do with your body. It''s much easier on the knees than running and doesn''t trigger side effects. Regular physical activity is probably as close to a magic bullet as we will come in modern medicine. If everyone were to walk briskly for 30 minutes every day, we could cut the incidence of many chronic diseases by 30 to 40 per cent. Walking is also a great way to lose body fat, so even if you don''t lose any weight, your body will have a healthier composition. Most people find they have to walk at least an hour a day to shed kilo.

阅读理解It' s very important for those who take E244 to __________