BEC中级模拟考试题及答案解析

BEC商务英语（中级）听力模拟试卷128(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. PART ONE 2. PART TWO 3. PART THREEPART ONE听力原文：Look at the notes below.You will hear someone in the Production Department of a company calling a colleague in the Human Resource Department.You have 15 seconds to read through the notes.[Pause]Now listen, and fill in the spaces.[Pause]Woman: Human Resource. Holly Golightly speaking. Man: Holly, this is Paul Varjak from Production.Woman: Hi. What can I do for you?Man: I need all the people I can get to do overtime. We’ve just got an big order, to be finished in October. Their pay rate is double on Saturdays and Sundays and one and half times on the weekdays. Woman: All right, I’ll put a notice for applications. Who will the staff report to? The production manager? Man: Their line managers are better. The line managers handle questions more quickly. Woman: When do you need the names, Paul? Man: By the 21st of August. And ask them to choose their prefer shifts. We will work out the hours later. Woman: OK, I’ll do that right away. Man: Thank you, Holly.Look at the notes below. You will hear someone in the Production Department of a company calling a colleague in the Human Resource Department. Notes Re: Production Department’s RequirementProduction need to【L1】______until October. Work at weekends will be【L2】______paid.Application forms should be handed to【L3】______by the 21st of August.Staff should decide which【L4】______they would like to choose.1．【L1】正确答案：be done overtime2．【L2】正确答案：double3．【L3】正确答案：line managers4．【L4】正确答案：shifts听力原文：Look at the form below.You will hear a man calling a hotel to make areservation.You have 15 seconds to read through the notes.[Pause]Now listen, and fill in the spaces.[Pause]Woman: Good afternoon, the Four Seasons Hotel. May I help you?Man: Hello, this is James Goldsmith and I’m calling from London. I am to book a meeting room on Thursday, the 23rd of May. Woman: Yes, Mr. Goldsmith. And the company you are with? Man: General Oriental Investment.Woman: And what size of meeting room are you interested in? Man: Well, we’ll use the room for job interviews. I’d say, a room accommodating up to 30 people will be fine. Woman: The rate for 30-people meeting room rental is $299 an hour that includes 25 percent discount on beverages. Man: We also need a phone line in the conference room. Is the service included? Woman: Yes, a complimentary phone line is offered in the package. Man: Sounds good. We’ll use the room for six hours, from nine o’clock in the morning till three in the afternoon. Do we get better rate because of it?Woman: Yes. The rate is $299 an hour for the first four hours and 40 percent off thereafter.Man: All right.Woman: The meeting room is booked, then. Is there anything I can do for you, sir?Man: We’d also like to book five of your moderate guest rooms for two nights, the 22nd and the 23rd of May...Look at the form below. You will hear a man calling a hotel to make a reservation. Reservation FormReservationmade by: 【L5】______Company: General Oriental InvestmentType of room: meeting room for 30 peopleDate: 【L6】______from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Purpose: 【L7】______Extra Servicesrequired: 【L8】______and a complimentary phone line5．【L5】正确答案：James Goldsmith6．【L6】正确答案：425137．【L7】正确答案：job interviews8．【L8】正确答案：beverages听力原文：Look at the notes below.You will hear a woman phoning for a job application form.You have 15 seconds to read through the notes.[Pause]Now listen, and fill in the spaces.[Pause]Man: This is the Personnel Department of DreamWorks. Please state the title and reference number of the job you’re calling about and state where you saw the ad. Please give your name and your email address clearly.Woman:Hello. I’m phoning about the publicist position at Public Relation Department. The reference number quoted in the ad is S-3-5-8-A. I saw the ad in the Sunday edition of Guardian newspaper/Please send the application form and information pack to me. My email address is friday@. Thank you.Look at the notes below. You will hear a woman phoning for a job application form. Job Application RequestsJob: 【L9】______Reference Number: 【L10】______Advertised in: 【L11】______newspaperName: Lindsay LohanOn request: the application form and【L12】______9．【L9】正确答案：publicist10．【L10】正确答案：S-3-5-8-A11．【L11】正确答案：Guardian12．【L12】正确答案：information packPART TWO听力原文：You will hear five short recordingsFor each recording, decide what the speaker is giving.Write one letter(A-H)next to the number of the recording.Do not use any letter more than once.After you have listened once, replay the recordings.You have 15 seconds to read the list A-H.[Pause]Now listen, and decide what the speaker is giving.[Pause]ThirteenWoman: Just as foam has become a cliche among cutting-edge chefs, some cutting-edge men’s wear Designers are trying it in clothing.A coterie of young men’swear Designers in New York are introducing jackets in materials like foam typically used as bicycle seat padding and gold foil polyurethane typically used in emergency blankets. Calvin Klein Collection men’s creative Director Italo Zucchelli used foam to make trousers, a sport coat, and a puffy jacket. Since men are more reluctant than women to try new styles and fashions, unusual fabrics are “one of the few tools you can use to explore new territory,”Mr. Zucchelli says.[Pause]FourteenMan: Sugar smoothes us when we’re stressed —or at least it calms down stressed-out rats, which are good models for stress in people. But before you race to the vending machine with a license to indulge, know that a little sugar may smoothe rattled nerves, but too much will backfire, playing moody havoc withyour blood sugar. We crave bread and other carbohydrates when we’re down. Carbohydrates raise levels of the feel-good brain chemical substance, which lifts our spirits. Think of whole-wheat bread and other whole-grain carbohydrates, they also stabilize blood sugar levels —unlike refined grains.[Pause]FifteenWoman: People didn’t discuss and plan industrialization until the 1880s. By the time we finish building cities for the additional 2 billion people who will become urbanites over the next 25 years, we’ll have created a world that looks and works nothing like the cities we know. Our individual cities are already merging into hundred-mile-long agglomerations, crossing municipal, state and national borders. Soon, they will be connected completely into a mega-geography beyond our wildest mega-city imaginings, whose networks and systems shape 21st century markets and politics, as well as the flow of materials, energy and species. [Pause]SixteenMan: The lingering pain of 2008’s market meltdown has investors understood the uneasiness about getting back into stocks. They seek the safety and yield of fixed income, but they don’t want to miss a rebound in equities. Convertibles may be the answer. Usually they provide more income than stocks. As the name implies, they can be, sometimes must be, exchanged into common equity. However, if the market should nose-dive again, these hybrid securities won’t fall as much as the company’s stock.[Pause]SeventeenWoman: Having children instilled not only maternal instincts, but also business instincts as well. Many of the skills needed to run a family also apply to the business world, including scheduling, budgeting, and management. Many moms are taking those skills and launching new businesses. This is especially true in Hollywood, where no one is just an actress or just a singer. And aside from the typical clothing, jewelry, and perfume lines, there are some creative ventures headed by entrepreneurial moms or mompreneurs like bedding collections, kid’s furniture, and even baby supply vending machines.You will hear five short recordings. For each recording, decide what the speaker is giving. Write one letter(A-H)next to the number of the recording. Do not use any letter more than once. After you have listened once, replay the recordings.A motherhood and businessB living in an urban planetC the missing link of urban transportationD the investment strategy in time of uncertaintyE men’s wear in unusual materialsF fashion marketing and merchandisingG food and moodH life lessons from mom13．______正确答案：E14．______正确答案：G15．______正确答案：B16．______正确答案：D17．______正确答案：A听力原文：You will hear another five short recordings.For each recording, decide what the speaker is trying to do.Write one letter(A-H)next to the number of the recording.Do not use any letter more than once.After you have listened once, replay the recordings.You have 15 seconds to read the list A-H.[Pause]Now listen, and decide what the speaker is trying to do.[Pause]EighteenMan: Starting mid-2007, price of the canola and soy oils has made biodiesel soared. With oil peaking at $147 a barrel last summer, biodiesel still made economic sense for some customers. Biodiesel didn’t look bad by comparison. But then petroleum prices tanked, widening the price gap and making the green option uneconomical even for the most diehard environmentalists. The recession has damped the demand for energy overall and made it nearly impossible for fledging clean-fuel ventures, including biodiesel makers, to get credit expanded. [Pause]NineteenWoman: With unemployment at 8.5% in March, up from 5.1% a year earlier, it’s difficult for anyone to land a new position. But older employees and ex-employees are up against stereotypes that paint them as undesirable: They are reluctant to learn new skills and technology: they have one foot out the door: they’re overqualified: they demand higher salaries than their younger colleagues. “We’re always given lip service with the idea that experience is valued, but I don’t know if we’ve ever really seen it,”says Laurie McCann, a senior attorney for the American Association of Retired Persons.[Pause]TwentyMan: Antiquorum, the world’s largest leading antique watch auction house, kicks off the Geneva auctions on the weekend of May 9th and 10th followed by Sotheby’s on May 10 and Christie’s on May 11. Watch specialist Aurel Bacs of Christie’s says the auction house is hoping to balance the “demanding expectations of buyers and sellers” in the current economic climate by holding a smaller auction. Sotheby’s watch specialist Geoffroy Ader says the previously owned but relatively new watches are “just like the car market” in that buyers might pick them up for half their price in the shops.[Pause]Twenty-oneWoman: Almost fifteen years after the advent of e-commerce, it is interesting to take stock of how its market leaders have progressed. All the pioneers are stepping in each other’s toes. For instance, Amazon’s logical progression will inevitably lead into its much smaller DVD rental rival’s territory: Amazon has already squarely in eBay’s business. Significant acquisitions are coming and opportunities are still plenty.[Pause]Twenty-twoMan: Many well-heeled Chinese shoppers are spending freely during the global economic crisis. High-end Designers and luxury retailers thatthrive on such extravagance hope that China’s growing luxury-seeking population will cushion them against the collapse in demand in other countries. Fueled by a three-decade-old economic boom that creates still-growing urban elite, China’s appetite for luxury goods is surviving the sharpest global economic slump since 1930s.You will hear another five short recordings. For each recording, decide what the speaker is trying to do. Write one letter(A-H)next to the number of the recording. Do not use any letter more than once. After you have listened once, replay the recordings.A Watch Auctions to Measure the MarketB the rise and the fall of auction housesC the future of e-commerceD the advantages of e-commerceE old employees against discriminationF a tough environment for biodiesel industryG environmental issues with biodieselH luxury brands turn to China for protection in crisis18．______正确答案：F19．______正确答案：E20．______正确答案：A21．______正确答案：C22．______正确答案：HPART THREE听力原文：You will hear an interview with Tom Edison about U.S. technology formation.For each question(23-30), mark one letter(A, B or C)for the correct answer.After you have listened once, replay the recording.You have 45 seconds to read through the questions.[Pause]Now listen, and mark A, B or C.Woman: Chinese and Indian scientists and engineers have made an unexpectedly large contribution to U.S. technology formation over the last 30 years, according to a new research by Tom Edison. But that trend may be ebbing, with potentially harmful effects on futuregrowth in American innovation. Mr. Edison is here with us. Man: Grace, it’s great to be here. Woman: What led to your interest in this area? Man: In the late 1990s, I worked with a large Korean chaebol, a South Korean business conglomerate, on a spin-off venture to commercialize a wireless telecom technology invented by a Korean entrepreneur living in Silicon Valley. I was impressed during this project with both the importance of foreign-born scientists and entrepreneurs for U.S. technology formation, and the close ties that some of these expatriates maintained with their home countries. Woman: For the Korean inventor, his home country was clearly his default choice when looking for a partner. Man: Right. As Silicon Valley is a special place on many dimensions, I sought to characterize how well this case study was generalized to other cities, industries, and ethnic groups. Woman: Your study used a unique name-matching technique to identify ethnic patterns. Why did you choose this method? Man: This project employs the names on U.S. patents to determine probable ethnicities of the inventors. For example, inventors with the surnames Wang and Ming are more likely Chinese than Hispanic. Woman: What trends did your findings reveal? Man: The most striking trend is the strong growth in Chinese inventors’ contributions to U.S. innovation building from under 2 percent of U.S. domestic inventors in 1975 to over 8 percent today. Indian inventors also rise dramatically during this 30-year period, to almost 5 percent in 2000, before slightly declining thereafter. During this period, English and European contributions have declined somewhat in magnitude. Woman: Is there a direct or indirect impact on the U.S. workforce or economy? Man: Immigrants are a strong force for U.S. technology development through their quantity and quality.They account for nearly 50 percent of our science and engineering doctorates, while being just over 10 percent of the overall U.S. workforce. Woman: In terms of quality, immigrants have made exceptional contributions at the very top, for example, in terms of Nobel Prize.Man: These contributions are an overall advantage to U.S. innovation, but more research is required to characterize the details and mechanisms, including important issues such as the impact for native scientists and engineers.Woman: Which industries are the patents focusing on? Are they concentrating on a specific industry or a business type?Man: Inventors can file for patents in many technology fields, ranging from chemicals and drugs to computer software and agricultural machinery. Immigrant contributions are especially strong in high-tech fields compared with more traditional applications like mechanical patents.Woman: Your data shows the ethnic composition of U.S. scientists and engineers undergo a significant transformation, with contributions of Chinese and Indian scientists to U.S. technology formation leveling off after 2000 and, in the case of India, declining. What accounts for this trend, and what are the potential ramifications for U.S. technology formation in the future?Man: Explaining these trends and their long-term implications will be a central theme of my future research.A couple of factors are likely to play important roles. The first is recent U.S. immigration restrictions following 9.11 which resuets in the reduction in the number of H1-B visas available for temporary, high-skilled workers. Secondly, both India and China have become more attractive places for technology development and entrepreneurship, leading to less initial migration to the United States and greaterreturning migration.Woman: Any other factors?Man: Yes, more explanations may also exist. For example, stronger relative growth of innovation in technology fields did not employ as many Chinese or Indian inventors. Woman: What’s your forecast on this trend? Man: Only with a complete characterization of these mechanisms can we begin to forecast future implications with accuracy. We can nevertheless agree that attracting and retaining these ethnic researchers is an important facet for maintaining U.S. technology leadership, and recent trends may be a warning flag.You will hear an interview with Tom Edison about U.S. technology formation. For each question(23-30), mark one letter(A, B or C)for the correct answer. After you have listened once, replay the recording.23．What sparked Edison’s interest in the research?A．Commercialisation of a wireless telecom technology.B．Silicon Valley.C．The contribution made by the foreign-born scientist and business people.正确答案：C24．Tom Edison used a special name-matching technique toA．find out where the inventors come from.B．determine the right candidates for a Korean conglomerate.C．find out the inventors’ addresses in Silicon Valley.正确答案：A25．The most remarkable trend of Edison’s finding isA．the importance of European-born scientists for U.S. technology formation.B．Indian share of inventors in Silicon Valley working in semiconductors.C．the strong growth in Chinese contributions to U.S. innovation.正确答案：C26．Which of the following is NOT TRUE about the immigrants in the U.S.?A．Some of them are Nobel Prize Winners.B．They are a strong force for U.S. technology development.C．They account for nearly 50 percent of overall workforce.正确答案：C27．Immigrants’ patents are focused onA．mechanical field.B．high-tech field.C．agricultural field.正确答案：B28．Edison believes thatA．investors have a huge impact on the U.S. economy.B．immigrants’ impact on technology fields are stronger than agricultural ones.C．U.S. colleges should grant less advanced degrees to immigrants.正确答案：B29．The declining in Chinese and Indian contribution to the U.S. after 2000 is due toA．more investor-friendly immigration policy in the U.S.B．smaller immigrant return rate.C．declines in H1-B visa issuance.正确答案：C30．Which of the following is NOT TRUE?A．To maintain U.S.’s lead in technology, drawing and keeping Chinese and Indian researchers is crucial.B．The U.S. should be very concerned about the high returning rates of its foreign-born scientists and researchers.C．The recent trend in taking over the leadership in technology is positive for the U.S.正确答案：C。

BEC二级模拟试题3一.READINGPART ONEQuestions 1-7. Read these sentences and the following business index.. Which advisor each sentense (1-7) describe?. For each sentence mark one letter (A , B ,C ,D or E) on your Answer Sheet.ExampleThe company invests a large sum of money in high technology.Answer: E1. It is engaged in the expansion of a telecommunications line.2. No other steel industries have such a high rating. .3. The company is the chief holder of a British company's shares.4. As much as forty million U. S. dollars are invested in Taiwan.5. It has business transactions with an American company.6. The company gets a very high interest rate from its stocks.7. Agreements were signed between two companies about technological cooperation.A. Telecom Asia Corporation Limited (Thailand )-It serves as international advisor in connection with the debt and equity financing for a US $3 billion telephone line expansion project in Bangkok. (Current)B. Singapore Telecom international Pte. Ltd. (Singapore)- It acquires its 50/00 interest in Cambridge Holding Ltd. ,the controlling shareholder of Cambridge Cable Ltd. of the U. K. (6/1992)C. Pohang Iron 6 Steel Co. ,Ltd. (Korea) .In connection with its ratings with Standard & Poor's and Moody's investor Services. The company obtained the highest rating of any steei company in the world. (II/1991)D. Goldstar Co. ,Ltd. (Korea)In its investiment in ,and technology agreements with ,Zenith Electronics of the U. S. -the first transaction of this type in Korea. (2/1991 )E. Concord Venture Capital Co. , Ltd.(Taiwan) '-Structured ,marketed to investors and made a principal investment in the Fund with total equity of NT $ 940 million(US $ 40 million) to invest in Taiwanese high-technology venture capital opportunities. (I/1991)PART TWOQuestions 8-1 2. Read this advertisement of a Canadian computer incorporation.. Choose the best sentence from the list A-I on page 5 to fill each of the blanks.. For each blank (8-12)mark one letter(A -I) on your Answer Sheet.. Do not mark any letter twice.. One answer has been given as an example.AST'S BRAVO FAMILYOur new and improved Bravo series of personal computers is designed to do calculations in a new way. . .. . ..example . . . . . .For example , the new Bravo MT has the same features of Intel's very fast Pentium 60MHz microprocessor. It's all the power you need to run an entire workgroup or the latest graphics-intensive programs, and processes even the most complicated mathematical calculations five times faster than the DX2/66. ...... 8...... It's perfect for the power user who demands high performance at an attractive price point.Also new from AST is our latest generation of Bravo LC desktops, a value line of energy efficient 486 personal computers. Our entire Bravo LC family ,while still affordable, has new muscle--Intel 486 microprocessors up to 100 MHz and a VESA Local Bus slot. Today, it's fast, tomorrow it could be even faster, if you choose to raise it to Intel's Pentium Over Drive processor. How about more performance in less space? The Bravo LP is a low profile 486 , loaded with award-winning engineering. ... ... 9 ... ... And the graphics RAM can be enlargedto ZMB for 64-bit processing.Our new Bravo NB notebook computers, recently named the number one of the 20 world's top notebook computers ,are some of our best examples of the Bravo family. ... ...10 ... ... It is particularly ideal for small businesses ,home offices ,and mobile users.With Bravo , there's something for everyone. Including high value , performance , and the most responsive around the-clock phone support anywhere. ... ... 11 ... ...By the way ,our 486 Bravos are all approved by the Environmental Protection Agency.... ...12... ...For an AST reseller near you ,please call 800 876- 4 AST.Example: CA. Would you expect anything from the world's fifth largest (and growing )personal computer company?B. In addition ,you'll find .yourself in the enjoyment of free maintenance and transportation.C. If you want speed, power, expandability, and dazzling graphics performance at a very affordable price, you'll find it in our Bravo personal computers.D. The MT also comes with two AL-slots for graphic upgrades and installed windows-based software solutions.E. So , you'll save energy , money ,and perhaps a few trees.F. For instance, innovative security features help you keep your most confidential work to yourself.G. As a result, you need a certificate issued by the Environment Protection Agency if you buy a personal computer.H. The Bravo NB4/33 is even thinner, lighter ,faster , and more affordable- using very little power with a longer battery life.I. Finally, the DX2/66 is inferior to our Bravo MT in speed, function andgraphics performance.PART THREEQuestions 13-20. Read this brochure about the Canadian city, Saint John, and answer questions 13 to 20 that follow.Canada's Most Cost-Effective CityIn today's business climate, every corporate decision is measured by one standard-how it influences bottom line. So for businesses in Saint John, New Brunswick , important decisions usually comes easier. The reason? Saint John is the country's most cost-effective city.Many Companies ,including major telemarketing operations ,are moving in to take advantage of substantially more competitive operating costs for human resources , workers' compensation, telecommunications and business convenience.1. In Saint John, city center rents run approximately one-third less than the national average. Downtown Class A office space ranges in price from the low to mid teens. Class B rents for much lower fees. Salaries cost an average of 23 percent less when compared to other major centers. These reduced costs and lower household expenses make for a winning combination where employers and employees both benefit. .2. From superhighways to future highways ,Saint John has it all. Leading-edge technology supplied by companies like NBTel will link your firm to the world. Combine this technology with low-cost telecommunications rates and round-the-clock service ,and you have three good reasons why national firms like Northern Telecom ,Canada Trust and Meditrust now call Saint John home.3. NBTel's Competitive telecommunications rates can help an employer realize annual savings of 25 percent and more. Lower property and commercial taxes ,Canada's second lowest electric power rates, and no business of salary taxes make. Saint John an idealcost-saving location. In recent comparative studies to detemine the least expensive city center, Saint John ranked number one compared to 27 U. S. cities.4. Saint John means profitability and good business sense. To help companies considering business expansion or relocation ,the newly created Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission is ready to take an active role in your evaluation process. Generalmanager Steve Carson says the Commission's role is simple :We'rehere to make it easier to set up or expand a business in Saint John.Questions 13-16. For questions 13-1 6,choose the correct title for each paragraph from the box below.. For each paragraph (1-4)mark one letter (AG) on your Answer Sheet.. Do not mark any letter twice.13. Paragraph 1 ..........14. Paragraph 2 ..........15. Paragraph 3 ..........16. Paragraph 4 ..........A. Low living costB. Good traffic and telecommunication servicesO. Sanit John's cheap rentsD. Two classes of rentsE. The number one expensive city centerF. Encouragement for new business activitiesG. Good business senseQuestions 17-20. Using the information in the text , complete each sentence 17-20 ,with a phrase from the list below (A -G) .. For each sentence (17 20) mark one letter (AG) on your Answer Sheet.. De not mark any letter twice.17. The task of Greater Saint John Economic Development Commission is to. . . . . .18. In Saint John, employees'wages. . . . . .19. There are a few reasons why national companies. . . . . .20. In Saint John ,New Brunswick it is easier than elsewhere for companies to. . . . .A. cost twenty-three percent less than other major centersB. make important decisionsC. take advantage of human resourcesD. link your business to others all over the worldE. determine the cheapest city centerF. consider Saint John to be their homeG. help set up or expand a business in this cityPART FOURQuestions 21 -35. Read this advertisement.. Choose the best word to fill each gap.. For each question (21 35) mark one letter (A , B ,C ,D)on your Answer Sheet.. One answer has been given as an example.Too much to read! It's impossible to find time to read today's top business books-and thousands are published each year. Yet not keeping up with those books could be aserious-and expensive mistake. Often the ideas and insights they . . . . . . example. . . . . are available nowhere else. But how can you even. . . . . .21. . . . . . which titles are worthwhile-let alone find time to read them?Fortunately, there's a . . . .. .22. .. . . . : Soundview Executive Book Summaries. It really. . . . . .23.. . . . . In fact, it's . . . . . . 24. . . . . . to work. It is ingenious and essential. Every month, you . . . . . . 25. . . . . two or three quick reading, time saving . . . . . .26. . . .. . of the best new business books. Each contains all the key points in the . . . . . . 27. . . . . . book. The big difference ,instead of 200 to 500 pages ,the summary is only & pages. Instead of . . . . . .28. . . . . . five ,ten or more hours to read ,it takes just 15 minutes.Of the thousands of business books . . . . . . 29. . . . . .annually, only a . . . . . . 30. . . . . .are really worth reading. To save your time, our Editorial Board goes over them all . . . . . .31. . . . . .90%. Our standards are . . . . . . 32. . . . . .,and the criteria rigorous.When a book meets all our tests, we prepare a Summary, instead of a review or a digest. You get a skillful distillation that preserves the content ad spirit of the . . . . . . 33. . . . . .books. The titles cover every. . . . . . 34. . . . . .of concern to business people today. There's . . . . . .35. . . . . .else like Soundview Executive Book Summaries.Example:A. expressB. understandC. containD. findAnswer: C21 . A. see B. know C. ask D. answer22. A. answer B. solution C. question D. problem23. A. works B. costs C. sells D. buys24. A. guarded B. granted C. guided D. guaranteed25. A. pay B. send C. receive D. buy26. A. titles B. summaries C. names D. prices27. A. original B. first C. same D. another28. A. spending B. costing C. taking D. sitting29. A. publicized B. polished C. published D. popularized30. A. dozen B. little C. handful D. couple31. A. choosing B. eliminating C. writing D. publishing32. A. high B. low C. expensive D. cheap33. A. entire B. tired C. entering D. old34. A. word B. subject C. sentence D. idea35. A. something B. anything C. all D. nothingPART FIVESection AQuestions 36-40. Read this text about a Japanese company.. In most of the lines (36-40) there is one extra word which does not fit in. One or two line, however , are correct.. If the line is correct ,put a tick (√)in the space on your Answer Sheet.. If there is an extra word in the line, write that word in the space on your Answer Sheet. Example :For short distance, it uses its own' self airplanes. For international ...self...flights it calls on leading airlines including the Japanese Airlines. ... .. √.. . ..LUFTHANSE , WELCOME ON ABOARDIt's only normal that a service-oriented company should look to other36. service companies as partners. The reputation for excellence of every each37. of DHL's partners strongly motivated its choice. To make that sure that38. everyone made the right choice ,they agreed to give their final answer39. after a two-year old trial period. Faster service ,better airport40. facilities; the benefits to the customers are clear. They will also grow upin the near future ,allowing customers to choose from so many services.PART FIVEsection BQuestions 41-45. A student has translated a piece of news in a Chinese newspaper back into English and asked you to check it.. In each line there is one wrong word.. For each numbered line (41-45) write the correct word in the space on your Answer Sheet.Example:They have selled their products in 20 countries. ... ...sold ... ..British farmers are troubled by straw. They produce more than41. ten millions tons every year as a byproduct of farming and42. their animals need only four million tons for bedding and fooding.43. Since European air-pollution laws forbid people to burnt straw,44. the extra straw is plowed under or leave to rot. Scientists have45. now found a way to put the straw to good using by changing aneat-loving bacterium in the straw.二.WRITINGPART ONEQuestion 46You are going to spend holidays in Hawaii in June. Suddenly you received a letter from an important customer ,Mr. Elton Deland ,who will arrive on 25th June and discuss the claim. You have to delay the trip till July.Write a short message to Ms. Anne Folster, your secretary.. Explain Why you postpone your trip.. Mention the date when Mr Elton Deland will arrive.. Ask her to arrange your meeting.. Write 30-40words on your Answer Sheet.PART TWOQuestion 47You work for General ,a company which produces cars. You` are in charge of Product Development. Reed the following chart which shows the results of a survey between your company and Quaker, your main competitor. The chart does not tell the exact numbers but the exact ratings. A refers to Gener41 company ,while B refers to Quaker company.. Use the information in the chart to write a short report (about 100- 120 words) analyzing the reason why Quaker over benefits recently to increase your company's competitiveness.. Write on your Answer Sheet.A : General companyB :Quaker company附图见bec2-3图三.LISTENINGPART ONE四.Questions 1-12.. You will hear three telephone conversations.. Write down one word or number in the numbered spaces on the forms below.Message One. Questions 1-4Telephone MessageTo : Mr(1) . . . . From: MaryDate : 21st May Time: 10 : 001. Mr. Martin will arrive in Tokyo around2:30 Tokyo time on .(2). . . . . . afternoonby Flight Pan-Am (3). . . . . .2. Mr. Martin , has moustache , tall ,dark , ( 4 ) . . . . . . hair , wears glasses, sweaters.Message Two. Questions 5- 8Message.To: Henry Stewart. . . . . From: CathyDate : 23rd March Time : 10 : 201. When you were out of town Bruce (5). . . . . called.He was from Quick (6). . . . . . Supply Company.2. He wanted to place (7). . . . . . orders with us.You can ring him on (8). . . . . . except Wednesday morning.Message Three. Question 9- 12Dinner BookingWednesdayDate : 29th Oct. Time : 11:20Name of the Customer: John Lee from National (9). . . . . . Import 6 Export Corporation .No. of the Customers : (10) . . . . . .Time for Dinner : around (11). . . . . . tomorrow evening . Miscellanea : Like to eat at an (12). . . . . . roomPART TWOQuestions 13-22Section OneQuestions 13-17. You will hear five short pieces.. For each piece decide what the speaker is going to do next. . Write one letter (A-H) next to the number of the piece. You will hear the five pieces twice.13. . . . . . . . . .14. . . . . . . . . .l5. . . . . . . . . .16. . . . . . . . . .17. . . . . . . . . .Next ActionsA to send a telexB to check a carC to run a storeD to scan the adsE to drive a carF to read a magazineG to take a vocationH to buy clothesSection TwoQuestions 18-22. You wi71 hear another five short pieces.. For each piece decide what the speaker is talking about.. Write one letter (AH) next to the number of the piece.. You will hear the five pieces twice.18. . . . . . . . .19. . . . . . . . .20. . . . . . . . .21 .. . . . . . . .22. . . . . . . . .ObjectsA clothB vitaminsC medicineD pictureE dressF medicineG silkH voicePART THREEQuestions 23-30 ..You will hear a talk presented by a reporter. This talk is about various kinds of problems occurring during the east-west cooperation upon vehicles and machinery on the third market. . You have to complete the sentences (23- 30) by choosing the correct answer.. Mark one letter (A ,B or C).23. ECE refers toA European Committee of Economics.B European Commity of Economics.C Economic Committee of Europe.24. If you want to open the car market in different third-market areas ,you will meetA very different problems.B almost the same problems.C the similar problems.25. If a new machine is going to be delivered on the third-market ,modifications have to be madeA in packaging features.B to minor extent.C to great extent.26. Can meet the changed specifications in time. -A Quick ordering .B Effective managementC Long lead-time27. If you want to compete with other rivals on the third-market, you mustA have close relations with the suppliers.B have close contact with the market.C keep close attention to your products.28. The chemical products under east-west cooperation mustA adjust themselves quickly to the market.B be invented quickly to the manufacturers.C keep steady amount to the clients.29. In the turnkey plant area, has little experience.A eastern enterpriseB western enterpriseC local supplier30. has to be assessed in the third market place.A Package certificateB Package priceC Package colourBEC二级模拟试题3参考答案一. 阅读部分PART ONE1. A2. C3. B4. E5. D6. B7. DPART TWO8. D 9. F 10. H 11. A 12. EPART THREE13. C 14. B 15. A 16. F 17. G 18. A 19. F 20. BPART FOUR21. B 22. B 23.A 24. D 25. C 26.B 27.A 28. C 29.C30. C 31. B 32.A 33. A 34. B 35.DPART FIVESection A36. every是多余,应删掉.37. that是多余,应删掉.38. 没有多余的词.39. 没有多余的词.40. up是多余,应删掉.Section B41. millions应改为million42. fooding应改为food43. burnt应改为burn44. leaving应改为left45. using 应改为use二.写作部分PART ONEQuestion 46(Sample for reference)To : Ms. Anne Folster, I have to delay my trip to Hawaii till July ,as Mr. Flton Deland will arrive in London on 25th June and discuss the claim face to face. Please arrange our meeting on 26th June.PART TWOQuestion 47(Sample for reference )After careful survey, we can see clearly from the chart that our cars have more models and colours than those of Quaker Company, our main competitor with higher quality. However, Quaker Company's income increases more quickly. What is the reason? First , Quaker Company spends much more money in advertising. I suggest we advertise on BTV, the most popular broadcasting station nowadays. Secondly , we should enlarge the scope of ourafter-sales service. We can open more service stations in many medium-sized cities. Thirdly ,if we have more money, We can hire more salesmen to sell cars directly to the customes, especially, more salesmen in medium-sized cities.三. 听力部分1. Davis2. Monday3. HI 834. curly5. Hanover6. Office7. more 8. 081487001 9. Textiles10. 4 11. 6:30 12. isolated13. D 14. H 15. A16. E 17. B 18. G19. C 20. E 21. C22. F 23. C 24. A25. C 26. B 27. B28. A 29. B 30. CTape scriptPart One. Questions 1 to 12.Message One. Questions 1 to 4.F1 : Hello. Could I speak to Mr. Davis's secretary please?F2 : Yes ,it's Mr Davis's secretary speaking. What can I do for youo.F1 : Oh hello , I'm Lucy, Mr. Martin's secretary. I want to check that you know Mr.Martin changed the flight and will arrive in Tokyo around 2 i 30 Tokyo time on Monday afternoon. F2 : I already know about it. Is it Pan-Am H1837F1 : Yes.F2 : Mr. Davis himself is going to meet Mr. Martin at the Airport himself. Could you tell me what he looks like?F1 : Well ,Mr. Martin has a moustache with dark ,curly hair.F2 : Does he wear glasses?F1 : Oh ,yes ,he does. And Mr. Martin is also tall. I remember he wears sweaters when he was aboard.F2: Thank you for your help.F1 : You 're welcome.Message Two. Questions 5 to 8.F1 : Hello. Mount Wood Company.M1 : May I speak to Mr. Harry Stewart, please?F1 : I'm sorry ,but Mr. Stewart is out of town until next Monday. De you want to leave a message?M1 : Oh, yes. I'm Bruce Hanover. I represent the Quick Office Supply Company.F1 : Is it B-R-U-C-E ,H-A-N-O-V-E-R?M1 : That's right. Last week your company purchased feeder paper for your word processors from us. Mr. Stewart seemed very satisfied. So I would like to see Mr.Stewart and try to convince him to place more orders with us. As we sell all kinds of stationary supplies at low prices and with prompt delivery.F1 : OK. I'll let Mr. Stewart know your calling when he come back.M1 : Thank you. And my contact number is 081487001. So Mr. Stewart may call me if he finds it convenient.F1 : 081487001M1 : That's right. By the way, I will not be in on Wednesday morning.F1 : I'll tell Mr. Stewart. Bye-bye.M1 : Thank you very much.Message Three. Questions 9 to 12.F1 : Hello, Edmund Hotel.M1 : Hello ,1'm John Lee of National Textiles Import and Export Corporation.F1 : What can I do for you?M1 : Well ,l would like to invite a customer of mine to a banquet tomorrow evening.F1 : How many people will there be?M1 : Four, two from our corporation and two Europeans.F1 : When do you want to start your banquet?M1 : Around 6:30.F1 : Do you have any special requirments?M1 : Yes, we do not want to be disturbed during dinner.F1 : OK. I'll arrange a quiet room for you.M1 : Thank you very much.F1 : You're welcome.Section Two. Questions 13 to 22.Section Two. Questions 13 to 17.Question ThirteenYou see, we have to buy the food anyway, so why not find a more economical way to do it? I will read the newspaper to see if anything is on sale that we need. Since we have a fridge, we can buy some items and freeze them for later use.Question FourteenI'm going to stay in New York for next week. During my stay, I'll be attending a few parties and social gatherings. Of course, I can't wear the same thing all the time. I need two new suits and garments for the evening.Question FifteenI have made a reservation for a flight to New York for next week. And I have to pass on the details of this flight to my American friend so that he can book a room for me during my business visit. So could you tell me what time it is in New York?Question SixteenLook at the rear-view mirror and the side-view mirror to make sure that no one is coming. You may turn your head to look back, too. Now the gauge on the dashboard says the engine is war, so you can put it into drive.Question SeventeenWinter will be here in no time, so we have to know that your radiator fluid can withstand freezing point. This gauge will tell us how low the temperature can go before your car's radiator fluid freezes.Section Two. Questions 18 to 22.Question EighteenIt's amazing to think that the thin thread from cocoons can be woven into such beautiful cloth. This kind of cloth is light and comfortable to wear. So it's often used to make pajamas, shirts, etc. We call it "the Cloth of Kings."Question NineteenI think I can pick up some of these items on this Prescription List without your help. Let me see ,two bottles of aspirin ,a roll of adhesive tape ,and a box of Contac.Question TwentyBlack might look too serious for young people of your age. Why don't you try this violet colour in large. You can use the dressing room over there to try it on, if you like. This style suits you.Question Twenty-one .Vitamin C is certainly one of the most important substances our bodies need. But it's not the only one we need. If you really need to supplement your regular diet ,I suggest you try one of these multivitamins.Question Twenty-twoOnly man has the power of speech, and all men have it. The power of speech is one of the most important possessions of the human race. It makes possible the exchange of ideas between men possible as well as the transmission of ideas from father to son.Part Three. Questions 23 to 30.Interviews conducted by members of the ECE, (Economic Committee of Europe) with enterprises engaged in third-market cooperation have identified several areas in which problems occurred. Many of these problems are characteristic of the particular industrial sector in which the cooperation takes place and cannot be generalized to supply to other sectors.When vehicles and machinery made under cooperation arrangements are launched on new markets, substantial modifications may have to be made in basic features. Such changesmay be dictated by a lack of servicing facilities for the prescribed frequency of service for the standard model and an operating environment that is different form that prevailing in either of the partner's home markets. Since acceptance of the product in question by the client dependsupon the manufacturer successfully satisfying his specifications, the partners must closely coordinate their ordering procedures in such a way that these changed specifications are communicated in time to the manufacturing plants. If the producing enterprise has a long lead time as a result of internal planning procedures, it may find it difficult to make the necessary changes in the standard model during the time available, to the detriment of its relations with clients in the third market. Clearly, this is an area in which effective managerial techniques can prevent such problems from arising.Rapid fluctuations in demand are characteristic of the market for many of the chemical products manufactured under east-west cooperation arrangement. In order to respond to such shifts in demand, the supplying enterprise must remain in close touch with the market, either directly or through its western partner, in order to adjust its production schedules to take these shifts into account. Otherwise it may find itself with large inventories of unsaleable products while its partner may be in the difficult position of hastening to find4nalternativemarket for the amounts no longer required by the target market.In the turnkey-plant sector, partner enterpriese often discover that they derive totally different results from using the same local subcontractors. According to several western plant contractors interviewed, while the eastern partner obtained complete satisfaction from local suppliers, the western partner found little cooperation, forthcoming long delivery delays, and other shortcomings. This difference usually arises in the case of developing countries in which the western firm has no experience and the eastern enterprise may have been active for many years. Obviously in such cases it is recommended that the western firm rely on its partner's established links with local suppliers instead of attempting to deal with them on its own.Consumer goods make under cooperation arrangements and supplied to third markets often pass through a period of poor buyer acceptance, which is due to inappropriate or insufficient packaging. Since many branded consumer goods are distinguished from one another at the point of sale mainly by their packages ,the key to the successful introduction of a new product in a third market is correct assessement of consumer preferences. This assessment can best be。

BEC-2 Test 1ReadingPart OneQuestion 1-7Look at the statements below and the information about training courses on the opposite paper.Which course (A, B, C, or D) does each statement 1-7 refer to?For each statement 1-7, mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.You will need to use some of these letters more than once.A Loans AdministrationThis course looks at the administrative functions of a bank's loans department, e.g. dealing with credit applications and keeping records of loan transactions. We will use real application forms of the type that administrative staff in loans departments regularly handle. It will be particularly useful for experienced staff with day-to-day administrative responsibility for loan portfolios. Although most clients choose to enjoy our beautiful premises, the course can be run at the client company or elsewhere.B Cashflow AnalysisOn this advanced course you will build up a database of a company's cashflow over time and identify and interpret patterns of change. You will analyze the cashflow of a few sample companies and use your analysis to judge their ability to settle their debts. This course will help you perform an advanced cashflow analysis of your own company.C Loan ContractsOpen to anyone who completed our introductory course to legal contracts in business, this course looks at the legal principles involved when a company takes out a loan; and outlines how to take legal action against a company that defaults on its repayments. You will compare the interests and responsibilities of both parties to a loan contract.D Leasing & Asset FinanceThis is a course for those new to leasing. It will provide you with a basic understanding of why companies prefer to lease property or machinery, rather than buy. You will learn about both the expenses and tax benefits of leasing and you will study a variety of lease agreements and the laws relating to them.Part TwoQuestions 8-12Read the article below about a psychologist's advice to managers.Choose the best sentence from the opposite page to fill each of the gaps.For each gap 8-12, mark one letter (A-G) on your Answer Sheet.Do not use any letter more than once.There is an example at the beginning. (0)The Psychology of ManagementIf overflowing in-trays frighten you or solving problems makes you sweat, there's a new range of business books called The Management Guides that you can turn to with confidence. (0)__G__. In addition, they're written in accessible language by Kathy Harman, a chartered occupational psychologist who heads her own London-based consultancy business. She says that the guides are intended for professionals working in small British companies, where thinking about management can be a low priority because of endless lists of other responsibilities.After this initial message to the reader, the following pages contain sections on every aspect of business, from managing your own time and selecting employees to planning ahead for the future.One of the reasons Harman wrote these guides was that she knows not every business is able to invest in training. The difficulty, especially for small businesses, is that, "People are professionals first and foremost and somehowthey are just expected to pick up management skills as they go along." And becoming one, she recognizes, is especially difficult if you're not used to communicating effectively or delegating work.She adds, "It's all very well managing areas that you have control over and you can do all the planning you feel is necessary, but there are always going to be other people out there who do the most unexpected things,"having good, friendly relationships with all their staff and business contacts. "The important thing in management," says Harman, "is the human element."Her advice to managers everywhere is to maintain professionalism at all times. "If you've ever managed anyone," she says, "you'll know that you're not allowed to be fed up because when the staff come to you, they don't want to know about your problems, they want their problems solved."Harman feels confident about making such an analysis because of her years of training as an occupationalpsychologist. "What you find there is that more senior managers have had some kind of psychological training, while in this country most managers get their management psychology second-hand by listening to other managers."The overall message from Harman is a simple one, and it's got nothing to do with technology or databases.the right staff at all levels, you really haven't got a business. People are your principal resource."A And when they do, managers need a variety of strategies to fall back on.B This, of course, is unlikely to be easy, because being an expert in your field doesn't necessarily make you a good manager.C The question that most of them ask is ,"Can we actually afford a management training courses?"D Although this area of study is becoming more acceptable in the business world, Britain is a long way behind the rest of Europe.E It's about creating a working environment that promotes the well-being of everyone, from the post room to the board room.F This is illustrated at the beginning of each guide with the quote, "This book is for those who would like to manage better but are too busy to begin."G They're short, pocket-sized, and very reasonably priced at '2.99 each.Part ThreeQuestions 13-18Read the article below about effective communication and the question on the opposite page.For each question 13-18, mark one letter (A, B, C, or D) on your Answer Sheet for the answer you choose.The importance of good communicationEffective communication is essential for all organizations. It links the activities of the various parts of the organization and ensures that everyone is working toward a common goal. It is also extremely important for motivating employees. Staff need to know how they are getting on, what they are doing right and in which areas they could improve. Working alone can be extremely difficult and it is much easier if someone takes an interest and provides support. Employees need to understand why their job is important and how it contributes to theoverall success of the firm. Personal communication should also include target setting. People usually respond well to goals, provided these are agreed between the manager and subordinate and not imposed.However, firms often have communications problems that can undermine their performance. In many cases, these problems occur because messages are passed on in an inappropriate way. There are, of course, several ways of conveying information to others in the organization. These include speaking to them directly, e-mailing, telephoning or sending a memo. The most appropriate method depends on example, anything that is particularly sensitive or confidential, such as an employee's appraisal, should be done face-to-face.One of the main problems for senior executives is that they do not have the time or resources needed to communicate effectively. In large companies, for example, it is impossible for senior managers to meet and discuss progress with each employee individually. Obviously this task can be delegated but at the cost of creating a gap between senior management and staff. As a result, managers are often forced to use other methods of communication, like memos or notes, even if they know these are not necessarily the most suitable means of passing on messages.The use of technology, such as e-mail, mobile phones and network systems, is speeding up communication immensely. However, this does not mean that more investment in technology automatically proves beneficial: system can become outdated or employees may lack appropriate training. There are many communications tools now available but a firm cannot afford all of them. Even if it could, it does not actually need them all. The potential gains must be weighed up against the costs, and firms should realize that more communication does not necessarily mean better communication.As the number of people involved in an organization increase, the use of written communication rises even faster. Instead of a quick conversation to sort something out numerous messages can be passed backwards and forward. This can lend to a tremendous amount of paperwork and is often less effective than face to face communication. When you are actually talking to someone you can discuss things until you are happy they have understood and feedback is immediate. With written messages, however, you are never quite sure how it will be received. What you think you have said and what the other person thinks you have said can be very different.The amount of written information generated in large organization today can lead to communication overload. So much information is gathered that it gets in the way of making decisions. Take a look at the average manager's desk and you will see the problem -- it is often covered in letter, reports and memos. This overload can lead to inefficiencies. For example, managers may not be able to find the information they want when they need it. Communication is also becoming more difficult with the changes occurring in employment patterns. With more people working part-time and working from home, managing communication is becoming increasingly complex.13. In the first paragraph the writher recommends that communication with staff should include _____.A. some feedback on their job performanceB. an explanation of how company targets have been setC. information on promotion prospects within the companyD. an indication of which duties they can expect assistance with14. According to the writer, the best way of achieving effective communication is to _____.A. adapt the message to suit a particular audienceB. make the content of messages brief and directC. select the most suitable means of conveying a particular messageD. ensure that information is targeted at the appropriate group of people15. What does the writer say about the communication options available to senior manager?A. Sending memo to staff is one of the most efficient methods.B. It is important to find the time to discuss certain matters with staff.C. They should increase the range of options that they use.D. Getting junior managers to talk to staff can create different problems.16. What advice is given about the communication tools made available by technology?A. Aim to limit staff use of certain communication tools.B. Evaluate them in terms of the expenditure involved.C. Select them on the basis of the facilities they offer.D. Encourage more staff to attend training courses in their use.17. According to the writer, a problem with written communication is that _____.A. the message can be interpreted differently to what was intendedB. it can be easy for people to ignore the contents of a written messageC. most people are more comfortable with face-to-face communicationD. it is possible for correspondence to get lost within a large organization18. According to the article, what is the effect of receiving large amounts of written information?A. It is counter-productive.B. It causes conflict in a company.C. It leads to changes in work patterns.D. It makes the main points more difficult to identify.Part FourQuestions 19-33Read the letter below from an agency providing temporary staff for companies.Choose the best word to fill each gap from A, B, C or D on the opposite page.For each question 19-33, mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.Office Angels Employment Agency14-16 Lockhart RoadWan ChaiHong KongTel: 5324365Fax: 5324111Dear Client,Office Angels is advising businesses to plan as far ahead as possible to ensure guaranteed staff cover during holiday periods. There is now a (19)_____ shortage of skilled secretarial and administrative staff and this is (20)_____ to get worse over the next twelve months.Businesses which require staff with experience of specialist computer applications are the most at (21)_____. You are advised to (22)_____ our agency well before the staff are actually needed to be certain of filling gaps with adequately (23)_____ personnel. If you don't, it's almost (24)_____ that you will be left without the skills needed to (25)_____ your office running smoothly.The (26)_____ for the shortage of secretarial staff appears to be a combination of two (27)_____. There has been an (28)_____ in the demand for secretarial services over the last few years, and at the same time there has been a (29)_____ of students deciding to choose secretarial studies.Office Angels Agency would (30)_____ to emphasize that businesses should not underestimate the difficulty of (31)_____ experienced temporary staff. It is also necessary to make the (32)_____ that businesses should be prepared for the fact that they may have to pay more for this kind of (33)_____ in the future.19.A. hardB. seriousC. sureD. strong20.A. hopedB. wantedC. expectedD. prepared21.A. riskB. chanceC. worryD. difficulty22.A. confirmB. communicateC. contactD. command23.A. lecturedB. aidedC. formedD. trained24.A. positiveB. correctC. rightD. certain25.A. saveB. keepC. ensureD. continue26.A. reasonB. purposeC. resultD. problem27.A. articlesB. mattersC. factorsD. subjects28.A. enlargementB. increaseC. additionD. upgrade29.A. lackB. needC. requirementD. few30.A. requestB. desireC. askD. like31.A. achievingB. obtainingC. realizingD. earning32.A. pointB. ideaC. positionD. subject33.A. offerB. deliveryC. productD. servicePart FiveQuestions 34-45Read the article below about airport hotels.In most of the lines 34-45 there is one extra word. It is either grammatically incorrect or does not fit in with the meaning of the text. Some lines, however, are correct.If a line is correct, write CORRECT on your Answer Sheet.If there is an extra word in the line, write the extra word in CAPITAL LETTERS on your Answer Sheet.The exercises begins with two examples, (0) and (00).Examples 0 CORRECT00 OFCHECKING IN TO A WORKING BASE0 Smart business travelers today are staying at the airport to do business. Rather than00 waste of time in traffic jams as they try to reach city center venues, business peopleWritingPart OneQuestion 46You are a manager in a small publishing company. You have recently taken charge of your company's staff training programme. Before the programme starts you would like to identify training areas that staff are interested in.Write a memo to all staff:saying when the programme will startasking for suggestions for the programmegiving a deadline for suggestions.Write 140-150 words.Write on the separate answer paper provided.MemorandumToFromDateSubjectPart TwoQuestion 47:You work for a sports center. You have been asked to write a short report that will appear in a newsletter for the sports center's members.Look at the graphs below, on which you have already made some handwritten notes.Then, using all these handwritten notes, write your report.Write 120-140 words.Write on the separate answer paper provided.SpeakingTask Sheet 1A: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…?Selecting applicants for a jobWork ExperiencePersonal QualitiesB: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…? Choosing a new supplierPrice and DiscountsReputationC: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…? Aiming to improve production quality Up-to-date equipmentStaff TrainingTask Sheet 2A: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…? Preparing for a job interviewStudying the job advertisementFinding out about the companyB: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…?Deciding whether to attend a conferenceVenueSpeakersC: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…?Developing new productsMarket ResearchCosts InvolvedTask Sheet 1Foreign Business TripYour company is attending a trade fair in a foreign country for the first time.You have been asked to help with the preparations for the trip.Discuss the situation together, and decide:what travel and accommodation arrangements you will need to make before the tripwhich kinds of business customs in the foreign country it would be useful to know about, and how to find out about these before the trip参考答案!1-10.DCABA DCFBA11-20.DEACD BAABC 21-30.ACDDBACBBA 31-34DCAD 35空白.36.the 36 .for 37 correct 38. THROUGH39. ARE40. CORRECT41. PLACE42. YEARS43. FOR44. THA T45. CORRECT60. THEM61.WETHERLEY62. TRAINING MANAGER63. TJ3464. (THE/AN) INFORMATION PACK65. (TV) COMMERCIAL66. (PRODUCT) PACKAGING67. 6 WEEKS68. QUOTATION69. 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BEC商务英语（中级）阅读模拟试卷147(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. PART ONE 2. PART TWO 3. PART THREE 4. PART FOUR 5. PART FIVEPART ONELook at the statements below and the article about outsourcing risks on the opposite page. Which section(A.B.C or D)does each statement(1-7)refer to? For each statement(1-7), mark one letter(A,B,C or D)on your Answer Sheet. You will need to use some of these letters more than once.Example:0 Outsourcing is risky for a company’s profile. Outsourcing Risks on CompaniesA One of the main risks of outsourcing a task is that it will not be done to the specifications required. By having an outside company perform a task, a company runs the risk that the outside party will not have the same skill set and experience as in-house employees. A drop in quality can result in a drop in sales, as well as harm the company’s reputation among consumers.B Another risk for a company that outsources to foreign countries is bad press. Some companies, particularly large companies, face criticism for hiring workers from other countries, generally at cheaper wages, instead of using American employees. If a company comes under significant attack for outsourcing, then its reputation may suffer, leading to a loss of business. However, smaller companies that use only modest outsourcing stand a low risk of this occurring.C Not all foreign countries have the same economic and political stability enjoyed by the United States. Many countries, particularly those that are not democratic, may change laws that affect the business climate or experience political events—revolutions, wars, sudden changes in leadership—that make it difficult or expensive for outsourcers to complete a task. Therefore, companies that outsource to unstable countries run the risk of an interruption in business.D Many times, outsourcing involves sharing proprietary information with an outside party. This raises the risk that this information will be shared with another party that will try to capitalise on it. For example, the design of a piece of software may be shared by the outsourcing company with a competitor. In some countries, intellectual property laws are not strong. This can result in severe losses for the hiring company.1．Outsourcing may be blamed as the cause of less work opportunities in the U. S.正确答案：B解析：题干意为：在美国，外包被指责是工作机会减少的原因。

⼀.READING PART ONE Questions 1-7 . Read these sentences and the three company plans below. . Which company does each sentence describe? . For each sentence mark one letter(A ,B or C)on your Answer Sheet. Example To combine its operations in different parts of the world will save a lot of money for the company. Answer: B 1. The company has businesses in four continents of the world. 2. The company has appointed a new manager in charge of medicines. 3. New automobiles will be developed in its program centers. 4. A reform is being carried out in its organizations. 5. Goods for hair protection makes a lot of money for the company. 6. It tries to be more ready to meet the needs of the customers. 7. The company is made up of fourteen subcompanies all over the world. A . FORD To save up to $ 3 billion a year, Ford is merging its manufacturing, sales, and product development operations in North America and Europe-and eventually in Lation America and Asia. And in a move toward a more horizontal organization the company is setting up five program centers with worldwide responsibility in develop new cars and trucks. B. IBM Big Blue is reorganizing its marketing and sales operations into 14 worldwide industry groups ,such as banking ,retail ,and insurance. In moving away from an organization based on geography, IBM hopes to eliminate turf wars and make itself more responsive to customers. C. BMS Bristol-Meyers Squibb is revamping its consumer business by appointing a new chief responsible for its worldwide consumer medicines business such as Bufferin and Excedrin. The 11, 400 million U. S. dollars drug company also has formed a new unit with worldwide responsibility for its Clairol and other hair-care products. PART TWO Questions 8-12 . Read this proposal about the CPT Word Processor. . Choose the best sentence from the list A-I to fill each of the blanks. . For each blank ( 8 -12) mark one letter(A -I)on your Answer Sheet. . De not mark any letter twice. . One answer has been given as an example. 15 June 1993 Ms. Martha Weston Word Processing Supervisor ABC Company Post Office Box 1072 28 King's Street London Dear Ms. Weston. Performance of the Cpt Equipment I'm Pleased to tell you about our experience with the CPT Word Processor as you requested recently... ...example ... .. I assume you have looked at several machines and have narrowed down your choices. Here are my observations. An approach to adopting word processors Eighteen months ago we adopted CPT equipment on limited scale with the idea in mind that we could gradually get rid of electric typewriters as we became familiar with the word processor. ...... 8 ......The stations are actually in pairs so each pair can share a common printer...... 9...... We use the equipment as dedicated word processors, although we do have the ability to link up with our computer installation. The step-at-a-time development of our word-processing center has, we think, saved us money and training time. ......10...... Performance In terms of performance , the CPT equipment is excellent. ... ...11.. ...Moreover our service contract and warranty have covered all maintenance costs. We have software packages that check spelling and signal when a mistake occured. ...... 12 ing both printers , we recently prepared 1200 individually typed form letter mailings a under four hours. We have no complaint about our preparation of executive reports. Example: I A So it works very well and has so many different functions. B Also it has reduced the confusion that exists about buying software packages . C The train stops at each station for only fifteen minutes. D We began with two work stations and now have four. E Our routine letters are prepared from disc-stored masters. F The Rotary W printer with a speed of 45 characters a second can easily handle two input stations. G In contrast ,its size and weight are ideal for carrying. H We have not yet experienced mechanical problems so far. I We are pleased with its performance and multi-functions.。

BEC商务英语（中级）听力模拟试卷120(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. PART ONE 2. PART TWO 3. PART THREEPART ONE听力原文：Look at the notes below.You will hear a man calling the hotel reception for reservation.You have 15 seconds to read through the notes.[pause]Now listen, and fill in the spaces.[pause]Woman: Hello. Waldorf Hilton. What can I do for you? Man: Hello. This is David Morgan from New York. I’d like to reserve three rooms on Oct. 29th. Woman: OK! We have various available rooms for you. What kind are you interested in? Man: I’ve checked your on-line brochure, it seems Deluxe Room and Executive Room are best-facilitated, and I wanna know the differences of the two actually. Woman: Well, as the catalogue shows, Deluxe Room has a Queen-size bed in a modern 28m2 room with high-speed Internet access. Man: Sounds good. How about the Executive Room? Is it even better? Woman: Well, absolutely. Executive room is an innovative 36m2 room with a King-size bed, comfortable divan, and Executive Lounge access with complimentary continental breakfast, afternoon tea, evening canapés and all day refreshments. Man: OK, thanks.I would like to book one Executive Room and two Deluxe Rooms. Woman: OK. How long do you intend to stay? Man: About one month. By the way, is there a discount for one month long? Woman: Yes, We can give you 15% off by the check-out. Man: Great. Oh, there is one thing important. My boss is allergic to the flower powder, Would you please make some preventive action? Woman: No problem, I will inform the sanitary department about that. Man: Thanks. And have you got a direct line in case I have any problems? Woman: Yes, the number is 020 3353 6200.Man: 3353 7200?Woman: 3353 6200.Man: Great, thanks. Bye.[pause]Now listen to the recording again.[pause]Look at the notes below. You will hear a man calling the hotel reception for reservation. Waldorf Hilton Reservation Summary Issue Date: Oct. 22nd, 2012 Tel: 020 3353 6200Personal Information:Guests: David Morgan, getting the information from【L1】the______.Reservation:Room Type: Two Deluxe Rooms and one【L2】______Room.Check-in date: Oct. 29thCheck-out date:【L3】______,15% off discount.Attention: flower powder【L4】______1．【L1】正确答案：ON-LINE BROCHURE解析：对话中女士问道：We have various available rooms for you．What kind are you interested in?男士回答道：I’ve checked your on-line brochure…．2．【L2】正确答案：EXECUTIVE解析：对话中男士说道：I would like to book one Fxecutive Room and two Deluxe Rooms．可知预订的是一间商务标间以及两间豪华房。

BEC-2 Test 1ReadingPart OneQuestion 1-7Look at the statements below and the information about training courses on the opposite paper.Which course (A, B, C, or D) does each statement 1-7 refer to?For each statement 1-7, mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.You will need to use some of these letters more than once.A Loans AdministrationThis course looks at the administrative functions of a bank's loans department, e.g. dealing with credit applications and keeping records of loan transactions. We will use real application forms of the type that administrative staff in loans departments regularly handle. It will be particularly useful for experienced staff with day-to-day administrative responsibility for loan portfolios. Although most clients choose to enjoy our beautiful premises, the course can be run at the client company or elsewhere.B Cashflow AnalysisOn this advanced course you will build up a database of a company's cashflow over time and identify and interpret patterns of change. You will analyze the cashflow of a few sample companies and use your analysis to judge their ability to settle their debts. This course will help you perform an advanced cashflow analysis of your own company.C Loan ContractsOpen to anyone who completed our introductory course to legal contracts in business, this course looks at the legalprinciples involved when a company takes out a loan; and outlines how to take legal action against a company that defaults on its repayments. You will compare the interests and responsibilities of both parties to a loan contract.D Leasing & Asset FinanceThis is a course for those new to leasing. It will provide you with a basic understanding of why companies prefer to lease property or machinery, rather than buy. You will learn about both the expenses and tax benefits of leasing and you will study a variety of lease agreements and the laws relating to them.Part TwoQuestions 8-12Read the article below about a psychologist's advice to managers.Choose the best sentence from the opposite page to fill each of the gaps.For each gap 8-12, mark one letter (A-G) on your Answer Sheet.Do not use any letter more than once.There is an example at the beginning. (0)The Psychology of ManagementIf overflowing in-trays frighten you or solving problems makes you sweat, there's a new range of business books called The Management Guides that you can turn to with confidence. (0)__G__. In addition, they're written in accessible language by Kathy Harman, a chartered occupational psychologist who heads her own London-based consultancy business. She says that the guides are intended for professionals working in small British companies, where thinking about management can be a low priority because of endless lists of other responsibilities.After this initial message to the reader, the following pages contain sections on every aspect of business, from managing your own time and selecting employees to planning ahead for the future.One of the reasons Harman wrote these guides was that she knows not every business is able to invest in training. The difficulty, especially for small businesses, is that, "People are professionals first and foremost and somehowthey are just expected to pick up management skills as they go along." And becoming one, she recognizes, is especially difficult if you're not used to communicating effectively or delegating work.She adds, "It's all very well managing areas that you have control over and you can do all the planning you feel is necessary, but there are always going to be other people out there who do the most unexpected things,"having good, friendly relationships with all their staff and business contacts. "The important thing inmanagement," says Harman, "is the human element."Her advice to managers everywhere is to maintain professionalism at all times. "If you've ever managed anyone," she says, "you'll know that you're not allowed to be fed up because when the staff come to you, they don't want to know about your problems, they want their problems solved."Harman feels confident about making such an analysis because of her years of training as an occupationalpsychologist. "What you find there is that more senior managers have had some kind of psychological training, while in this country most managers get their management psychology second-hand by listening to other managers."The overall message from Harman is a simple one, and it's got nothing to do with technology or databases.the right staff at all levels, you really haven't got a business. People are your principal resource."A And when they do, managers need a variety of strategies to fall back on.B This, of course, is unlikely to be easy, because being an expert in your field doesn't necessarily make you a good manager.C The question that most of them ask is ,"Can we actually afford a management training courses?"D Although this area of study is becoming more acceptable in the business world, Britain is a long way behind the rest of Europe.E It's about creating a working environment that promotes the well-being of everyone, from the post room to the board room.F This is illustrated at the beginning of each guide with the quote, "This book is for those who would like to manage better but are too busy to begin."G They're short, pocket-sized, and very reasonably priced at '2.99 each.Part ThreeQuestions 13-18Read the article below about effective communication and the question on the opposite page.For each question 13-18, mark one letter (A, B, C, or D) on your Answer Sheet for the answer you choose.The importance of good communicationEffective communication is essential for all organizations. It links the activities of the various parts of the organization and ensures that everyone is working toward a common goal. It is also extremely important for motivating employees. Staff need to know how they are getting on, what they are doing right and in which areas they could improve. Working alone can be extremely difficult and it is much easier if someone takes an interest and provides support. Employees need to understand why their job is important and how it contributes to the overall success of the firm. Personal communication should also include target setting. People usually respond wellto goals, provided these are agreed between the manager and subordinate and not imposed.However, firms often have communications problems that can undermine their performance. In many cases, these problems occur because messages are passed on in an inappropriate way. There are, of course, several ways of conveying information to others in the organization. These include speaking to them directly, e-mailing, telephoning or sending a memo. The most appropriate method depends on example, anything that is particularly sensitive or confidential, such as an employee's appraisal, should be done face-to-face.One of the main problems for senior executives is that they do not have the time or resources needed to communicate effectively. In large companies, for example, it is impossible for senior managers to meet and discuss progress with each employee individually. Obviously this task can be delegated but at the cost of creating a gap between senior management and staff. As a result, managers are often forced to use other methods of communication, like memos or notes, even if they know these are not necessarily the most suitable means of passing on messages.The use of technology, such as e-mail, mobile phones and network systems, is speeding up communication immensely. However, this does not mean that more investment in technology automatically proves beneficial: system can become outdated or employees may lack appropriate training. There are many communications tools now available but a firm cannot afford all of them. Even if it could, it does not actually need them all. The potential gains must be weighed up against the costs, and firms should realize that more communication does not necessarily mean better communication.As the number of people involved in an organization increase, the use of written communication rises even faster. Instead of a quick conversation to sort something out numerous messages can be passed backwards and forward. This can lend to a tremendous amount of paperwork and is often less effective than face to face communication. When you are actually talking to someone you can discuss things until you are happy they have understood and feedback is immediate. With written messages, however, you are never quite sure how it will be received. What you think you have said and what the other person thinks you have said can be very different.The amount of written information generated in large organization today can lead to communication overload. So much information is gathered that it gets in the way of making decisions. Take a look at the average manager's desk and you will see the problem -- it is often covered in letter, reports and memos. This overload can lead to inefficiencies. For example, managers may not be able to find the information they want when they need it. Communication is also becoming more difficult with the changes occurring in employment patterns. With more people working part-time and working from home, managing communication is becoming increasingly complex.13. In the first paragraph the writher recommends that communication with staff should include _____.A. some feedback on their job performanceB. an explanation of how company targets have been setC. information on promotion prospects within the companyD. an indication of which duties they can expect assistance with14. According to the writer, the best way of achieving effective communication is to _____.A. adapt the message to suit a particular audienceB. make the content of messages brief and directC. select the most suitable means of conveying a particular messageD. ensure that information is targeted at the appropriate group of people15. What does the writer say about the communication options available to senior manager?A. Sending memo to staff is one of the most efficient methods.B. It is important to find the time to discuss certain matters with staff.C. They should increase the range of options that they use.D. Getting junior managers to talk to staff can create different problems.16. What advice is given about the communication tools made available by technology?A. Aim to limit staff use of certain communication tools.B. Evaluate them in terms of the expenditure involved.C. Select them on the basis of the facilities they offer.D. Encourage more staff to attend training courses in their use.17. According to the writer, a problem with written communication is that _____.A. the message can be interpreted differently to what was intendedB. it can be easy for people to ignore the contents of a written messageC. most people are more comfortable with face-to-face communicationD. it is possible for correspondence to get lost within a large organization18. According to the article, what is the effect of receiving large amounts of written information?A. It is counter-productive.B. It causes conflict in a company.C. It leads to changes in work patterns.D. It makes the main points more difficult to identify.Part FourQuestions 19-33Read the letter below from an agency providing temporary staff for companies.Choose the best word to fill each gap from A, B, C or D on the opposite page.For each question 19-33, mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.Office Angels Employment Agency14-16 Lockhart RoadWan ChaiHong KongTel: 5324365Fax: 5324111Dear Client,Office Angels is advising businesses to plan as far ahead as possible to ensure guaranteed staff cover during holiday periods. There is now a (19)_____ shortage of skilled secretarial and administrative staff and this is (20)_____ to get worse over the next twelve months.Businesses which require staff with experience of specialist computer applications are the most at (21)_____. You are advised to (22)_____ our agency well before the staff are actually needed to be certain of filling gaps with adequately (23)_____ personnel. If you don't, it's almost (24)_____ that you will be left without the skills needed to (25)_____ your office running smoothly.The (26)_____ for the shortage of secretarial staff appears to be a combination of two (27)_____. There has been an (28)_____ in the demand for secretarial services over the last few years, and at the same time there has been a (29)_____ of students deciding to choose secretarial studies.Office Angels Agency would (30)_____ to emphasize that businesses should not underestimate the difficulty of (31)_____ experienced temporary staff. It is also necessary to make the (32)_____ that businesses should be prepared for the fact that they may have to pay more for this kind of (33)_____ in the future.19.A. hardB. seriousC. sureD. strong20.A. hopedB. wantedC. expectedD. prepared。

BEC商务英语（中级）阅读模拟试卷103(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. PART ONE 2. PART TWO 3. PART THREE 4. PART FOUR 5. PART FIVEPART ONEA. Personal Assistant to the Manager of an International Finance Company The ideal candidate will be an experienced and highly professional secretary with proven organizational and administrative skills in addition to excellent secretarial skills including word-processing. The ability to display initiative and work to strict deadlines in an unsupervised environment is essential.B. Graphic Designer We are a brand leader and distribute our clothes worldwide. We are looking for a graphic de signer with direct marketing techniques. The person appointed will be expected to turn a catalogue brief into a powerful selling tool, deciding on copy style, model selection, photographic subjects and art direction.C. Junior Accountant An international pharmaceutical company wishes to appoint a junior accountant. The post will be especially suitable for someone about to leave school with good results in mathematics. The successful candidate will be exposed to all kinds of business operations ranging from sales and marketing to research and development. The work will eventually involve financial analysis at a senior level and plant financial management.D. Industrial Salesperson Industrial salesperson to be appointed to a key position in a large company supplying essential services to a range of industrial engineering companies. The company specializes in the recycling of chemicals from the treatment of effluence. Either two years’experience of working in industrial sales or a good technical qualification will be necessary.1．No previous experience of working in this field is necessary.正确答案：C解析：在段落C中，第二句话，“the post will be especially suitable for someone about to leave school with good results in mathematics”，因此，此职位不需要有工作经验。

BEC-2 Test 1ReadingPart OneQuestion 1-7Look at the statements below and the information about training courses on the opposite paper.Which course (A, B, C, or D) does each statement 1-7 refer to?For each statement 1-7, mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.You will need to use some of these letters more than once.A Loans AdministrationThis course looks at the administrative functions of a bank's loans department, e.g. dealing with credit applications and keeping records of loan transactions. We will use real application forms of the type that administrative staff in loans departments regularly handle. It will be particularly useful for experienced staff with day-to-day administrative responsibility for loan portfolios. Although most clients choose to enjoy our beautiful premises, the course can be run at the client company or elsewhere.B Cashflow AnalysisOn this advanced course you will build up a database of a company's cashflow over time and identify and interpret patterns of change. You will analyze the cashflow of a few sample companies and use your analysis to judge their ability to settle their debts. This course will help you perform an advanced cashflow analysis of your own company.C Loan ContractsOpen to anyone who completed our introductory course to legal contracts in business, this course looks at the legalprinciples involved when a company takes out a loan; and outlines how to take legal action against a company that defaults on its repayments. You will compare the interests and responsibilities of both parties to a loan contract.D Leasing & Asset FinanceThis is a course for those new to leasing. It will provide you with a basic understanding of why companies prefer to lease property or machinery, rather than buy. You will learn about both the expenses and tax benefits of leasing and you will study a variety of lease agreements and the laws relating to them.Part TwoQuestions 8-12Read the article below about a psychologist's advice to managers.Choose the best sentence from the opposite page to fill each of the gaps.For each gap 8-12, mark one letter (A-G) on your Answer Sheet.Do not use any letter more than once.There is an example at the beginning. (0)The Psychology of ManagementIf overflowing in-trays frighten you or solving problems makes you sweat, there's a new range of business books called The Management Guides that you can turn to with confidence. (0)__G__. In addition, they're written in accessible language by Kathy Harman, a chartered occupational psychologist who heads her own London-based consultancy business. She says that the guides are intended for professionals working in small British companies, where thinking about management can be a low priority because of endless lists of other responsibilities.After this initial message to the reader, the following pages contain sections on every aspect of business, from managing your own time and selecting employees to planning ahead for the future.One of the reasons Harman wrote these guides was that she knows not every business is able to invest in training. The difficulty, especially for small businesses, is that, "People are professionals first and foremost and somehowthey are just expected to pick up management skills as they go along." And becoming one, she recognizes, is especially difficult if you're not used to communicating effectively or delegating work.She adds, "It's all very well managing areas that you have control over and you can do all the planning you feel is necessary, but there are always going to be other people out there who do the most unexpected things,"having good, friendly relationships with all their staff and business contacts. "The important thing inmanagement," says Harman, "is the human element."Her advice to managers everywhere is to maintain professionalism at all times. "If you've ever managed anyone," she says, "you'll know that you're not allowed to be fed up because when the staff come to you, they don't want to know about your problems, they want their problems solved."Harman feels confident about making such an analysis because of her years of training as an occupationalpsychologist. "What you find there is that more senior managers have had some kind of psychological training, while in this country most managers get their management psychology second-hand by listening to other managers."The overall message from Harman is a simple one, and it's got nothing to do with technology or databases.the right staff at all levels, you really haven't got a business. People are your principal resource."A And when they do, managers need a variety of strategies to fall back on.B This, of course, is unlikely to be easy, because being an expert in your field doesn't necessarily make you a good manager.C The question that most of them ask is ,"Can we actually afford a management training courses?"D Although this area of study is becoming more acceptable in the business world, Britain is a long way behind the rest of Europe.E It's about creating a working environment that promotes the well-being of everyone, from the post room to the board room.F This is illustrated at the beginning of each guide with the quote, "This book is for those who would like to manage better but are too busy to begin."G They're short, pocket-sized, and very reasonably priced at '2.99 each.Part ThreeQuestions 13-18Read the article below about effective communication and the question on the opposite page.For each question 13-18, mark one letter (A, B, C, or D) on your Answer Sheet for the answer you choose.The importance of good communicationEffective communication is essential for all organizations. It links the activities of the various parts of the organization and ensures that everyone is working toward a common goal. It is also extremely important for motivating employees. Staff need to know how they are getting on, what they are doing right and in which areas they could improve. Working alone can be extremely difficult and it is much easier if someone takes an interest and provides support. Employees need to understand why their job is important and how it contributes to the overall success of the firm. Personal communication should also include target setting. People usually respond wellto goals, provided these are agreed between the manager and subordinate and not imposed.However, firms often have communications problems that can undermine their performance. In many cases, these problems occur because messages are passed on in an inappropriate way. There are, of course, several ways of conveying information to others in the organization. These include speaking to them directly, e-mailing, telephoning or sending a memo. The most appropriate method depends on example, anything that is particularly sensitive or confidential, such as an employee's appraisal, should be done face-to-face.One of the main problems for senior executives is that they do not have the time or resources needed to communicate effectively. In large companies, for example, it is impossible for senior managers to meet and discuss progress with each employee individually. Obviously this task can be delegated but at the cost of creating a gap between senior management and staff. As a result, managers are often forced to use other methods of communication, like memos or notes, even if they know these are not necessarily the most suitable means of passing on messages.The use of technology, such as e-mail, mobile phones and network systems, is speeding up communication immensely. However, this does not mean that more investment in technology automatically proves beneficial: system can become outdated or employees may lack appropriate training. There are many communications tools now available but a firm cannot afford all of them. Even if it could, it does not actually need them all. The potential gains must be weighed up against the costs, and firms should realize that more communication does not necessarily mean better communication.As the number of people involved in an organization increase, the use of written communication rises even faster. Instead of a quick conversation to sort something out numerous messages can be passed backwards and forward. This can lend to a tremendous amount of paperwork and is often less effective than face to face communication. When you are actually talking to someone you can discuss things until you are happy they have understood and feedback is immediate. With written messages, however, you are never quite sure how it will be received. What you think you have said and what the other person thinks you have said can be very different.The amount of written information generated in large organization today can lead to communication overload. So much information is gathered that it gets in the way of making decisions. Take a look at the average manager's desk and you will see the problem -- it is often covered in letter, reports and memos. This overload can lead to inefficiencies. For example, managers may not be able to find the information they want when they need it. Communication is also becoming more difficult with the changes occurring in employment patterns. With more people working part-time and working from home, managing communication is becoming increasingly complex.13. In the first paragraph the writher recommends that communication with staff should include _____.A. some feedback on their job performanceB. an explanation of how company targets have been setC. information on promotion prospects within the companyD. an indication of which duties they can expect assistance with14. According to the writer, the best way of achieving effective communication is to _____.A. adapt the message to suit a particular audienceB. make the content of messages brief and directC. select the most suitable means of conveying a particular messageD. ensure that information is targeted at the appropriate group of people15. What does the writer say about the communication options available to senior manager?A. Sending memo to staff is one of the most efficient methods.B. It is important to find the time to discuss certain matters with staff.C. They should increase the range of options that they use.D. Getting junior managers to talk to staff can create different problems.16. What advice is given about the communication tools made available by technology?A. Aim to limit staff use of certain communication tools.B. Evaluate them in terms of the expenditure involved.C. Select them on the basis of the facilities they offer.D. Encourage more staff to attend training courses in their use.17. According to the writer, a problem with written communication is that _____.A. the message can be interpreted differently to what was intendedB. it can be easy for people to ignore the contents of a written messageC. most people are more comfortable with face-to-face communicationD. it is possible for correspondence to get lost within a large organization18. According to the article, what is the effect of receiving large amounts of written information?A. It is counter-productive.B. It causes conflict in a company.C. It leads to changes in work patterns.D. It makes the main points more difficult to identify.Part FourQuestions 19-33Read the letter below from an agency providing temporary staff for companies.Choose the best word to fill each gap from A, B, C or D on the opposite page.For each question 19-33, mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.Office Angels Employment Agency14-16 Lockhart RoadWan ChaiHong KongTel: 5324365Fax: 5324111Dear Client,Office Angels is advising businesses to plan as far ahead as possible to ensure guaranteed staff cover during holiday periods. There is now a (19)_____ shortage of skilled secretarial and administrative staff and this is (20)_____ to get worse over the next twelve months.Businesses which require staff with experience of specialist computer applications are the most at (21)_____. You are advised to (22)_____ our agency well before the staff are actually needed to be certain of filling gaps with adequately (23)_____ personnel. If you don't, it's almost (24)_____ that you will be left without the skills needed to (25)_____ your office running smoothly.The (26)_____ for the shortage of secretarial staff appears to be a combination of two (27)_____. There has been an (28)_____ in the demand for secretarial services over the last few years, and at the same time there has been a (29)_____ of students deciding to choose secretarial studies.Office Angels Agency would (30)_____ to emphasize that businesses should not underestimate the difficulty of (31)_____ experienced temporary staff. It is also necessary to make the (32)_____ that businesses should be prepared for the fact that they may have to pay more for this kind of (33)_____ in the future.19.A. hardB. seriousC. sureD. strong20.A. hopedB. wantedC. expectedD. prepared21.A. riskB. chanceC. worryD. difficulty22.A. confirmB. communicateC. contactD. command23.A. lecturedB. aidedC. formedD. trained24.A. positiveB. correctC. rightD. certain25.A. saveB. keepC. ensureD. continue26.A. reasonB. purposeC. resultD. problem27.A. articlesB. mattersC. factorsD. subjects28.A. enlargementB. increaseC. additionD. upgrade29.A. lackB. needC. requirementD. few30.A. requestB. desireC. askD. like31.A. achievingB. obtainingC. realizingD. earning32.A. pointB. ideaC. positionD. subject33.A. offerB. deliveryC. productD. servicePart FiveQuestions 34-45Read the article below about airport hotels.In most of the lines 34-45 there is one extra word. It is either grammatically incorrect or does not fit in with the meaning of the text. Some lines, however, are correct.If a line is correct, write CORRECT on your Answer Sheet.If there is an extra word in the line, write the extra word in CAPITAL LETTERS on your Answer Sheet.The exercises begins with two examples, (0) and (00).Examples 0 CORRECT00 OFCHECKING IN TO A WORKING BASE0 Smart business travelers today are staying at the airport to do business. Rather than00 waste of time in traffic jams as they try to reach city center venues, business peopleWritingPart OneQuestion 46You are a manager in a small publishing company. You have recently taken charge of your company's staff training programme. Before the programme starts you would like to identify training areas that staff are interested in.Write a memo to all staff:saying when the programme will startasking for suggestions for the programmegiving a deadline for suggestions.Write 140-150 words.Write on the separate answer paper provided.MemorandumToFromDateSubjectPart TwoQuestion 47:You work for a sports center. You have been asked to write a short report that will appear in a newsletter for the sports center's members.Look at the graphs below, on which you have already made some handwritten notes.Then, using all these handwritten notes, write your report.Write 120-140 words.Write on the separate answer paper provided.SpeakingTask Sheet 1A: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…?Selecting applicants for a jobWork ExperiencePersonal QualitiesB: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…? Choosing a new supplierPrice and DiscountsReputationC: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…? Aiming to improve production quality Up-to-date equipmentStaff TrainingTask Sheet 2A: W HAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…? Preparing for a job interviewStudying the job advertisementFinding out about the companyB: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…?Deciding whether to attend a conferenceVenueSpeakersC: WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN…?Developing new productsMarket ResearchCosts InvolvedTask Sheet 1Foreign Business TripYour company is attending a trade fair in a foreign country for the first time.You have been asked to help with the preparations for the trip.Discuss the situation together, and decide:what travel and accommodation arrangements you will need to make before the tripwhich kinds of business customs in the foreign country it would be useful to know about, and how to find out about these before the trip参考答案!1-10.DCABA DCFBA11-20.DEACD BAABC 21-30.ACDDBACBBA 31-34DCAD 35空白.36.the 36 .for 37 correct 38. THROUGH39. ARE40. CORRECT41. PLACE42. YEARS43. FOR44. THA T45. CORRECT60. THEM61.WETHERLEY62. TRAINING MANAGER63. TJ3464. (THE/AN) INFORMATION PACK65. (TV) COMMERCIAL66. (PRODUCT) PACKAGING67. 6 WEEKS68. QUOTATION69. 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BEC商务英语（中级）口语模拟试卷132(题后含答案及解析)题型有：1. MINI PRESENTATIONSSECTION 2 MINI PRESENTATIONS (ABOUT 6 MIN)In this part of the test you are asked to give a short talk on a business topic. You have to choose one of the topics from the three below and then talk for about 1 minute. You have 1 minute to prepare your ideas.1．What is important when...?Controlling operating costs- Cost of human resources- Routine expense--正确答案：Talking about operating cost control, we can start with cost of human resource. By rationalising post setting and making salary and welfare more appropriate, it is possible to save cost.Next comes routine expense, which includes cost of purchasing office supplies, energy consumption and so on. Measures should be taken to minimise expense in those sectors.What’s more, it is quite important to call for environment protection and saving. Rules should be formulated and incentive measures be schemed to require and encourage the staff to develop good habits and be thrifty.解析：本题需要发言的主题是“控制运营成本”。