2021北京资格英语考试考前冲刺卷

1、第 页2021北京资格英语考试考前冲刺卷本卷共分为1大题50小题，作答时间为180分钟，总分100分，60分及格。一、单项选择题（共50题，每题2分。每题的备选项中，只有一个最符合题意） 1.What is the report mainly aboutARising interest ratesBIncreasing house pricesCStrong inflationDHousing shortages 2.What is mentioned about the saleAIt is only for a limited time.BIt is to get rid of old s

2、tock.CIt is an annual event at the store.DIt is a grand opening celebration. 3.What is the purpose of the speechATo thank a guest speakerBTo praise a senior executiveCTo present an employee awardDTo introduce new employees 4.Attn: All Staff It gives me great pleasure to announce that Leon Fleming (1

3、41) the new director of sales and marketing. The hiring committee came to this decision after carefully examining the pool of candidates. It was agreed that Leon is the candidate with the best credentials. Firstly, he is in his 10th year at the company, and before that he worked in the industry for

4、five years. But it is not just Leons (142) that made him stand out. He has also worked hard to boost his qualifications, completing a part-time MBA program last year. As director of sales and marketing, Leon will be responsible for a staff of more than 30 employees. He firmly believes his main goal

5、(143) our market share both domestically and overseas will be realized in the near future. I am also fully confident he will achieve this aim. I hope you will all join me in congratulating Leon on this achievement.Ais appointingBis being appointedChas appointedDhas been appointed 5.From: Jenny McCab

6、eTo: Ros SpearsSubject: FundraiserDear Ros, It was lovely to see you at the Local Business Awards last week. During our conversation there, you expressed interest in (144) me organize a fundraising event for the Wildlife Protection Association. I would like to take you up on your kind offer. Having

7、spoken with the members of the Wildlife Protection Association board, I have some interesting ideas for the event. However, (145) put these ideas into practice, we will need to start working on the plans right away. Are you available to meet within the next couple of days to discuss this matter Plea

8、se let me know what time suits you. Thanks once again for your assistance. I am sure that together we can help make this fundraiser (146) Regards, JennyAin order toBso thatCin line withDprior to 6.By how much are pots discountedA10 percentB25 percentC35 percentD50 percent 7.When will the work be com

9、pletedAOn WednesdayBOn ThursdayCOn FridayDOn Saturday 8.What area does Ms. Manu work inAPersonnelBAdvertisingCProductionDAccounting 9.According to the report, who will benefit from the changeAGovernment officersBReal estate agentsCProperty developersDHome owners 10.Who is Derek JacobsAAn environment

10、al activistBAn artistCA city officialDAn architectural critic 11.From: Jenny McCabeTo: Ros SpearsSubject: FundraiserDear Ros, It was lovely to see you at the Local Business Awards last week. During our conversation there, you expressed interest in (144) me organize a fundraising event for the Wildli

11、fe Protection Association. I would like to take you up on your kind offer. Having spoken with the members of the Wildlife Protection Association board, I have some interesting ideas for the event. However, (145) put these ideas into practice, we will need to start working on the plans right away. Ar

12、e you available to meet within the next couple of days to discuss this matter Please let me know what time suits you. Thanks once again for your assistance. I am sure that together we can help make this fundraiser (146) Regards, JennyAsucceedsBsuccessCsuccessfulDsuccessfully 12.What does the adverti

13、sement guaranteeALower prices than competitorsBHigh product qualityCA range of imported brandsDCustomer satisfaction 13.Attn: All Staff It gives me great pleasure to announce that Leon Fleming (141) the new director of sales and marketing. The hiring committee came to this decision after carefully e

14、xamining the pool of candidates. It was agreed that Leon is the candidate with the best credentials. Firstly, he is in his 10th year at the company, and before that he worked in the industry for five years. But it is not just Leons (142) that made him stand out. He has also worked hard to boost his

15、qualifications, completing a part-time MBA program last year. As director of sales and marketing, Leon will be responsible for a staff of more than 30 employees. He firmly believes his main goal (143) our market share both domestically and overseas will be realized in the near future. I am also full

16、y confident he will achieve this aim. I hope you will all join me in congratulating Leon on this achievement.AenthusiasmBpersonalityCexperienceDambition 14.Why might listeners visit a websiteATo comment on the proposalBTo see images of the buildingCTo learn more about the ideaDTo enter a design cont

17、est 15.What are employees asked to do on affected daysAWork from homeBUse an alternative restroomCOccupy another floorDAvoid the office kitchen 16.September 14, 2010Lincoln District Court12 Johnson LaneCentral City, Missouri 63112Dear Ms. Ortega, The Lincoln District Court summons you for jury duty

18、from the week beginning October 27. In accordance with state laws, your name has been chosen (147) random from a list of citizens. Serving on a jury is an important civic responsibility that all citizens may be asked to take part in. If for any reason you are (148) at this time, you must apply for a

19、 formal waiver. Valid reasons for waivers may include unavoidable work responsibilities, health problems, or essential caregiving work. Citizens who wish to apply for a waiver must get the appropriate documentation signed by their employer, medical practitioner, or social worker. The required (149)

20、have been enclosed with this letter. Citizens who fail to show up for jury duty and have not received an official waiver will receive a $50 fine. Regards, Christine Turner Jury Officer Lincoln District CourtAinBbyConDat 17.From: Helen Pierce, Dallas EngineeringTo: Yolanda Spencer, Opto TechnologySub

21、ject: MeetingDear Yolanda, I am writing to let you know I (150) at the Crowne Hotel on Fort Street. I arrived on Monday night tc attend an industry conference. I will head back to Dallas on Saturday morning, so I hope we can meet up sometime on Friday for coffee in the city. Do you think this will b

22、e possible Please (151) to this email to let me know about your availability. If were unable to meet this time, then hopefully we can get together at next weeks tradeshow in Pasadena. To be honest, my motive for meeting with you is to lure you to Dallas Engineering. I would love the opportunity to s

23、peak to you in person about the new (152) in our executive team. You are just the sort of talented and hard-working professional that we are looking for, and Im sure you can do well at our firm. During our meeting, I hope I can convince you to consider moving to Dallas! Cheers, Helen Pierce Dallas E

24、ngineeringAstayBstayedCam stayingDhave stayed 18.What will listeners probably hear nextAAn interview with an industry expertBA special in-depth reportCOther news headlinesDAn advertisement for an organization 19.What is mentioned about Ms. ManuAShe will graduate this year.BShe has been working part

25、time.CShe will leave the company.DShe has been promoted. 20.September 14, 2010Lincoln District Court12 Johnson LaneCentral City, Missouri 63112Dear Ms. Ortega, The Lincoln District Court summons you for jury duty from the week beginning October 27. In accordance with state laws, your name has been c

26、hosen (147) random from a list of citizens. Serving on a jury is an important civic responsibility that all citizens may be asked to take part in. If for any reason you are (148) at this time, you must apply for a formal waiver. Valid reasons for waivers may include unavoidable work responsibilities

27、, health problems, or essential caregiving work. Citizens who wish to apply for a waiver must get the appropriate documentation signed by their employer, medical practitioner, or social worker. The required (149) have been enclosed with this letter. Citizens who fail to show up for jury duty and hav

28、e not received an official waiver will receive a $50 fine. Regards, Christine Turner Jury Officer Lincoln District CourtAungratefulBunwillingCunavailableDunworthy 21.Attn: All Staff It gives me great pleasure to announce that Leon Fleming (141) the new director of sales and marketing. The hiring com

29、mittee came to this decision after carefully examining the pool of candidates. It was agreed that Leon is the candidate with the best credentials. Firstly, he is in his 10th year at the company, and before that he worked in the industry for five years. But it is not just Leons (142) that made him st

30、and out. He has also worked hard to boost his qualifications, completing a part-time MBA program last year. As director of sales and marketing, Leon will be responsible for a staff of more than 30 employees. He firmly believes his main goal (143) our market share both domestically and overseas will

31、be realized in the near future. I am also fully confident he will achieve this aim. I hope you will all join me in congratulating Leon on this achievement.AimprovesBto improveCimprovedDis improving 22.Attn: All Employees After the office rearrangement last week, Some important equipment has gone mis

32、sing. Two hard drives that belong to the administration team have not yet been located ater the team members moved from the 4th floor to the 9th floor. These devices contain key employee and payroll data, so they must be recovered. The hard drives are Sedanto XCS models. They are about the size of a

33、 normal hardcover novel, and they are silver in color. If you recall seeing these devices at any time since the move on Friday afternoon, please contact Administration Manager Thelma Forbes to let her know. Thanks, The Management, Jacobson InsuranceWhat is the memo aboutASome broken equipmentBSome l

34、ost devicesCA moving scheduleDA relocation proceaure 23.From: Helen Pierce, Dallas EngineeringTo: Yolanda Spencer, Opto TechnologySubject: MeetingDear Yolanda, I am writing to let you know I (150) at the Crowne Hotel on Fort Street. I arrived on Monday night tc attend an industry conference. I will

35、head back to Dallas on Saturday morning, so I hope we can meet up sometime on Friday for coffee in the city. Do you think this will be possible Please (151) to this email to let me know about your availability. If were unable to meet this time, then hopefully we can get together at next weeks trades

36、how in Pasadena. To be honest, my motive for meeting with you is to lure you to Dallas Engineering. I would love the opportunity to speak to you in person about the new (152) in our executive team. You are just the sort of talented and hard-working professional that we are looking for, and Im sure y

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41、rtant for Productivity According to researchers at the University of East Asia, there is a strong correlation between an employees happiness outside of the work environment and his or her ability to stay focused and enthusiastic in the workplace. The study of Japanese and Korean workers suggests tha

42、t, in particular, those employees with strong relationships with family and friends, as well as those who actively participate in sports and hobbies, are more likely to be efficient and motivated workers. The findings are based on the results of a questionnaire sent out to over 1,000 respondents in

43、each country. According to Professor Graham Sparkes, who led the project, these results present a challenge to firms across Japan and Korea, both of which often expect their employees to work long hours. instead, Professor Sparkes believes, companies should be willing to give their workers more leis

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48、tirement of a CEOBThe hiring of an executiveCA change on the board of directorsDThe launch of a new venture 28.September 14, 2010Lincoln District Court12 Johnson LaneCentral City, Missouri 63112Dear Ms. Ortega, The Lincoln District Court summons you for jury duty from the week beginning October 27.

49、In accordance with state laws, your name has been chosen (147) random from a list of citizens. Serving on a jury is an important civic responsibility that all citizens may be asked to take part in. If for any reason you are (148) at this time, you must apply for a formal waiver. Valid reasons for wa

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51、 Citizens who fail to show up for jury duty and have not received an official waiver will receive a $50 fine. Regards, Christine Turner Jury Officer Lincoln District CourtAentriesBformsCreferencesDspecifications 29.Valentines Family Buffet Valentines is the place to bring your hungry family for a de

52、licious feast. The famous family buffet at Valentines is an outstanding value at just $65 for a family of two adults and two children. Additional or individual customers are charged at a rate of $25 per adult and $15 per child. The Valentines family buffet is open from 4 pm to 10 pm, Monday to Frida

53、y, and from 3 pm to 11 pm on weekends. Customers can choose from a wide range of cold and hot meats, salads and breads. There are also unlimited refills of juice, soft drinks, tea and coffee. Theres even a special all-you-can-eat dessert bar, including cakes, cookies, ice cream and hot fudge. At Val

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56、e not yet been located ater the team members moved from the 4th floor to the 9th floor. These devices contain key employee and payroll data, so they must be recovered. The hard drives are Sedanto XCS models. They are about the size of a normal hardcover novel, and they are silver in color. If you re

57、call seeing these devices at any time since the move on Friday afternoon, please contact Administration Manager Thelma Forbes to let her know. Thanks, The Management, Jacobson InsuranceWhat is indicated about the Sedanto XCSAIt is multicolored.BIt requires a key to unlock.CIt features a novel design

58、.DIt is used to store data. 31.Happiness Important for Productivity According to researchers at the University of East Asia, there is a strong correlation between an employees happiness outside of the work environment and his or her ability to stay focused and enthusiastic in the workplace. The stud

59、y of Japanese and Korean workers suggests that, in particular, those employees with strong relationships with family and friends, as well as those who actively participate in sports and hobbies, are more likely to be efficient and motivated workers. The findings are based on the results of a questio

60、nnaire sent out to over 1,000 respondents in each country. According to Professor Graham Sparkes, who led the project, these results present a challenge to firms across Japan and Korea, both of which often expect their employees to work long hours. instead, Professor Sparkes believes, companies shou