Passage 1

On Monday, October 9th, Prolert Pharmaceuticals, Inc. will begin preliminary testing of the mechanical prototype for the packaging and labeling assembly line. If the prototype is successful, this sector will begin using automated production on the first of November, with other departments to follow when the timing is appropriate. Packaging and Labeling will be the first of the company’s divisions to make the switch to automated production.

The automated technology is an industry standard and is being adopted by ProLert Pharmaceuticals in accordance with the decision reached by the board voted to directors. After two years of decreased profits and diminishing returns, the board voted to streamline the company, which includes implementing the automated process. The technology has been shown to lower labor costs, and maximize output.

For details on the automated process and broader streamlining measures, you can visit our employee notice page under www.prolert.employees.com. For questions regarding how the new technology is forecast to affect employee status, click on “streamlining measures”, or speak to the Human Resources Manager, Richard Beacon.

1. What is this notice mainly about?

A. The new guidelines for product packaging

B. A change in the method of manufacturing

C. Early retirement package deals

D. The efficiency of the packaging staff

2. How can readers find out more about the new processes?

A. By visiting the company’s main marketing website.

B. By speaking to Human Resources manager

C. By reading the memo entitled “streamlining measures”

D. By looking up the employee notice page online

1.【答案】B。

2.【答案】D。

Passage 2

Questions 1-5 refer to the following advertisement and email.

25% Off All Camping Gear !

Just in time for summer, Great Outdoors announces a new promotion on its outdoor gear. Tents, sleeping bags, portable chairs, barbecues, and all camping equipment to meet the seasonal demand … are now 25% off.

At Great Outdoors, we are famous for our tents. Our innovative and sophisticated designs, coupled with our use of quality material, ensure our tents are absolutely top-of-the-line. We guarantee that our tents are 100% waterproof and durable under any circumstances. In fact, all purchases feature a two- year warranty to back this claim up. If your new tent tears or leaks, we’ll replace it or refund you money.

And now when you buy a Great Outdoors 3-season tent, you’ll receive a long-sleeve thermal undershirt at no extra cost. It’s the perfect garment to keep you warm on your outdoor adventures, even late into the autumn season.

Don’t delay! This special offer ends the first of July.

From: Clive Winston winstonlove@uscommunications.com

To: The management < purchase@greatoutdoors.com>

Subject: Group purchase

To all the Management of Great Outdoors:

I work in a large office with over 100 colleagues. Many of us belong to an outdoors club, and have purchased items from your store in the past.

I would like to express my personal satisfaction with your outdoor products, which I have been using for many years. The design and fabrics are compatible with the most rugged of lifestyle like my own.

Your products offer maximum water protection, they’re long-lasting, and they’re comfortable, so they are in great demand among our members. Many people in our club are looking for new camping equipment, so we have decided to arrange a large group purchase.

Unfortunately, before we could complete our list of the products everyone wants to buy, we missed your summer promotion on camping gear. And although we’ve the detailed policies on your website, we have not been able to find any special offers on group purchases. Since our club is prepared to make such a large purchase, we are hoping that the management at the Great Outdoors will authorize a group discount on our order.

We are expecting to receive a prompt response to our request.

Sincerely,

Clive Winston

1. According to the advertisement, what special offer is the company making?

A. A discount on all outdoor equipment

B. A two-year warranty on everything in stock

C. A free giveaway with any large purchase

D. A new line of winter camping gear

2. How can we customers get the complimentary clothing item?

A. By purchasing a particular item in the store

B. By buying any other item on the shelves

C. By attending a special sales promotion

D. By visiting the store during the fall

3. When was the email sent?

A. On July 1st

B. After July 1st

C. Before the summer

D. A few years ago

4. Why did Mr. Winston contact Great Outdoors?

A. To place an order with the company

B. To give an opinion on an item

C. To inquire about a special discount

D. To demand a refund for a defective product

5. The word “compatible” in paragraph 2, line 2 of the email is closet in meaning to -----.

A. worthy

B. suitable

C. durable

D. intense

1.【答案】A。

2.【答案】A。

3.【答案】B。

4.【答案】C。

5.【答案】B。

Passage 3

Questions refer to the following letter

Beaufort Tailors

442 Oakmount Rd.

Bedford, NE

R3W 4P7

September 10, 2008

Dear customer,

Beaufort Tailors is proud to announce the re-opening of our store on Beauville St., in the town of Beaufort. After being closed for two months for expensive renovations, we are set to re-open on Saturday, September 16th

As always, our business will be making customized garments with high-quality textiles, tailored to meet your requirements. In celebration of our re-opening, there will be a gift giveaway event outside our store, between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. Come and see what kind of free items we offer!

We’re also offering a unique one-day deal to our customers who have shown us their patronage over the years, and those who are new clients of Beaufort Tailors. For one day only, when you order custom-made apparel-suits, silk dresses, pants, or jackets--- you will receive 10% to 25% off the regular charge. The discount applies to any material, from silk to cotton. The offer is valid between 9:00 a.m .when our store opens, and 9:00 p.m. when our store closes on the 16th.

We thank you for your patronage, and look forward to seeing you at our re-opening ceremony.

Beaufort Tailors. There is no substitute for custom-made attire.

1. Why did the company send this letter?

A. To promote a new line of clothing

B. To apologize for a shortage in stock

C. To announce they will resume business

D. To advertise the opening of a new store

2. Which is NOT true about the company offer?

A. A free gifts event for the visitors

B. A separate deal for regular customers

C. A discount on women’s dresses

D. A custom-made product

1.【答案】C。

2.【答案】B。

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