剑桥商务英语初级-99及答案解析.doc

1、剑桥商务英语初级-99 及答案解析(总分：100.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、READING(总题数：0，分数：0.00)二、PART ONE(总题数：5，分数：5.00)1.There will be a meeting at 14.00 tomorrow for all staff to discuss payment procedures.Sue BakerWhat does Sue Baker plan to do?（分数：1.00）A.speak to employees at 2 pmB.discuss arrangements for a meetingC.inform st

2、aff of a salary increase2. To letNew offices in former factory building in popular suburb of city.24-hour entry with security.Tel: 76234546Which sentence describes the offices?（分数：1.00）A.They are open all night.B.They are in a modern building.C.They are in the city centr3.Time Destination Train Depa

3、rture11.15 Wolverhampton Slight delay11.17 London Expected at 12.0511.25 Exeter Due at 11.28Which sentence describes the situation with :the trains?（分数：1.00）A.The train to London is running an hour late.B.The train to Wolverhampton will arrive on time.C.The train to Exeter is a few minutes behind sc

4、hedul4.Experienced personal assistant required for marketing firm. Training in database management provided. Knowledge of marketing preferred. Call: 345634Successful applicants for the job must have（分数：1.00）A.received database training.B.worked as a PA before.C.gained a marketing qualification.5.Sam

5、Janice called about the delayed sales report and is sorry she missed you.Please return her call.JonathonWhat did Janice do?（分数：1.00）A.She promised to telephone Sam again.B.She apologised for handing in the report late.C.She left a message for Sam to contact her.三、PART TWO(总题数：1，分数：5.00)FACTORY AREAS

6、A Factory canteenB ProductionC FinanceD Delivery yardE Human ResourcesF Packing areaG Training roomsH Warehouse（分数：5.00）(1).Janet Tomlinson, who currently works for a packaging company, has just arrived for a job interview.（分数：1.00）填空项 1:_(2).Sue Jones, an auditor, has come to count the goods stored

7、 at the factory（分数：1.00）填空项 1:_(3).Jeremy Baker has been called out of a course to deal with a problem with the assembly line.（分数：1.00）填空项 1:_(4).Jo Scott has arranged to meet up with a colleague for a quick meal before their shift starts.（分数：1.00）填空项 1:_(5).Kevin Smith, a truck driver, has got a pr

8、oblem with a customers invoice.（分数：1.00）填空项 1:_四、PART THREE(总题数：1，分数：5.00)（分数：5.00）(1).There was a steady rise in sales in 1990, while in 2000 sales decreased considerably during the first half of the period before level ling off.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.(2).Sales in 1990 fluctuated before dropping sharply,

9、 whereas in 2000 sales remained constant throughout the period.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.(3).There was a steady fall in sales during 1990, while in 2000 sales dipped slightly before recovering towards the end of the quarter.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.(4).In 1990, the first half of the period saw a significant growth i

10、n sales followed by a sharp drop, while sales in 2000 remained stable.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.(5).Sales reached a peak in the middle of the quarter in 1990 before decreasing slightly, whereas in 2000 sales fluctuated throughout the quarter.（分数：1.00）A.B.C.D.五、PART FOUR(总题数：1，分数：7.00)Littleton News UpdateThe

11、 rate of unemployment in Littleton, a small town in the south west of England, has reached a record high this week. According to Helen Santer of Littleton Business Association, there are currently over 4,000 people registered as unemployed. This represents almost a quarter of the towns working popul

12、ation and is an increase of 5% compared to the previous year.The main reason for this rise was the closure of the last remaining factory in the town, LKS. The company, which manufactured a number of parts for use in the computer industry, finally closed its doors in August, leaving over 150 people w

13、ithout work. Another major employer in Littleton, the Victoria Hotel, was recently bought by the well-known hotel chain Mount Clark, which fought off an attempted takeover by the health club operators Health Check.Although staff had feared that they would lose their jobs in the resulting reorganisat

14、ion, hardly any employees have in fact been made redundant. The companys management has recently announced ambitious plans for the improvement of the buildings guestrooms.（分数：7.00）(1).More people are without work in Littleton than ever before.（分数：1.00）A.RightB.WrongC.Doesnt say(2).Five per cent of L

15、ittletons working population do not have jobs.（分数：1.00）A.RightB.WrongC.Doesnt say(3).There are still a number of factories in the area around Littleton.（分数：1.00）A.RightB.WrongC.Doesnt say(4).The company LKS used to make computers in the town.（分数：1.00）A.RightB.WrongC.Doesnt say(5).The Victoria Hotel

16、has now become a health club.（分数：1.00）A.RightB.WrongC.Doesnt say(6).A few jobs have been lost at the Victoria Hotel.（分数：1.00）A.RightB.WrongC.Doesnt say(7).The Victoria Hotel will become similar to other hotels in the chain.（分数：1.00）A.RightB.WrongC.Doesnt say六、PART FIVE(总题数：1，分数：6.00)Casa ltalianaTwe

17、nty years ago, it was difficult to find fresh pasta in Britain without going to an Italian restaurant. For this reason, Marco and Mariengeladi Bietro, owners of a small but busy Italian restaurant in the Scottish city of Glasgow, found themselves approached by a local Italian food store wanting to s

18、tock their pasta. Other foodstores followed this example and soon Marco and Mariangela were supplying them on a large scale as well as running a restaurant. But despite the long hours they were working, Marco and Mariangela did not consider changing career or moving from Scotland. It was only years

19、later that they realised which business made more sense.So in 1981, Marco and Mariangela sold their restaurant, bought a former factory and moved to the English countryside. They both miss city life. Although suitable property in the country was cheaper than in the city, it was only the thought of t

20、rucks wasting hours driving from Scotland to customers in the south of England that persuaded the couple to make the move.At first, they sold only to small specialist food stores and were unwilling to supply any large supermarket chains. But developments in packaging, allowing pasta to stay fresh lo

21、nger, persuaded them they were wrong and this market now buys the major part of Casa Italianas output. However, their decision not to supply restaurants has remained unchanged: they feel they should sell food cooked on the premises as they did themselves.In the early stages of the business, clients

22、were keen to have traditional pasta made in the Italian way. Now customers are demanding pasta influenced by the traditions of other countries. It is with some regret that Mariangela has developed a range of exciting new recipes. She feels that she cooked her best pasta in the early days.What are Ma

23、rcos and Mariangelas roles nowadays? Although Marco has tried to encourage Mariangela to leave food production to employees and spend more time dealing with clients, she remains in charge of the kitchen. Marco is happy to be responsible for the financial and administrative side of affairs.Marco drea

24、ms of launching restaurants sharing the Casa Italiana name across the UK. Yet he knows it would be more profitable to set up a second production centre. While the couple consider their long-term options, Mariangela is realising her dream: places on the first Casa Italiana cookery course are about to

25、 be advertised. But who knows? The Casa Italiana brand is already so strong that little can prevent Marco from also satisfying his ambitions for the firm.（分数：6.00）(1).Why did Marco and Mariangela give up their restaurant and start a pasta business?（分数：1.00）A.They were attracted by a job which offere

26、d shorter working hours.B.They had been searching for a very profitable business.C.They learned that demand for fresh pasta was hig(2).Marco and Mariangela moved out of Glasgow because they（分数：1.00）A.felt premises in the city were too expensive.B.needed to be closer to their market.C.wanted to live

27、in the country.(3).Which type of business does the couple refuse to supply with pasta?（分数：1.00）A.restaurantsB.supermarketsC.small food shops(4).What is Mariangelas attitude to traditional pasta?（分数：1.00）A.She thinks only Italians can make traditional pasta.B.She would prefer to cook more traditional

28、ly.C.She loves to break away from tradition.(5).Mariangela currently Spends most of her time working with（分数：1.00）A.food.B.customers.C.money.(6).What do Marco and Mariangela plan to do next?（分数：1.00）A.open a chain of restaurantsB.start cookery classesC.set up a new factory七、PART SIX(总题数：1，分数：12.00)S

29、mall businesses join together!Small businesses are being invited to join Smallbook Business Alliance (SBA). The Alliance, (29) . currently has more than 70 members, was launched four years ago in order (30) . support local businesses.SBA President, Helen Smith, said: SBA can make (31) . real differe

30、nce to small firms. By (32) . real business experiences, companies find they are in a better position to deal (33) . the challenges facing them.Informal meetings (34) . held for business owners twice a month. In addition to (35) there are a (36) . formal events organised each year by the SBA, with a

31、 guest speaker present at (37) . event.The next meeting takes place on 21st April. The topic is the business fair (38) . to take plaoe in the city in July. Helen Smith said: We (39) . it to be a very popular event indeed. Weve sold over 120 tickets (40) and its only 2nd April today.（分数：12.00）A.which

32、B.whoC.whoseA.forB.toC.ofA.theB.anyC.aA.sharingB.shareC.sharedA.byB.fromC.withA.doB.areC.haveA.thisB.theseC.thatA.bitB.littleC.fewA.eachB.allC.someA.scheduleB.schedulingC.scheduledA.thinkB.expectC.hopeA.alreadyB.stillC.yet八、PART SEVEN(总题数：1，分数：5.00)（分数：5.00）填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_九、WRITI

33、NG(总题数：0，分数：0.00)十、PART ONE(总题数：1，分数：5.00)6. MEMOTo: All staffFrom:（分数：5.00）_十一、PART TWO(总题数：1，分数：5.00)7.Read this part of a letter from Anita Banks, who recently bought a washing machine from your company.I am writing to complain about a washing machine I purchased from your company. It has not wor

34、ked properly since it was installed last month.I have written to you twice but have had no reply. I am now considering taking legal action.Write a letter to Mrs Banks:apologising for not replying earlierexplaining the reason for the delaysaying how you intend to deal with the problempromising to con

35、tact her again soon.Write 60- 80 words.（分数：5.00）_十二、LISTENING(总题数：0，分数：0.00)十三、PART ONE(总题数：1，分数：8.00)A.B.C.A.B.C.A.B.C.A.B.C.A.B.C.A.B.C.A.B.C.A.B.C.十四、PART TWO(总题数：1，分数：7.00)Prospecta Recruitment AgencyDetails of VacancyClient company name (9) Title of vacancy Warehouse AssistantLength of contract

36、 (10) monthsStarting date (11) MarchPay per hour (12) Contact name Mrs (13) Contact telephone number (14) Reference number (15) （分数：7.00）填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_十五、PART THREE(总题数：1，分数：7.00)Airspeed - Notes on Presentation by Chief ExecutiveResults Last Year Reasons for loss

37、of 18.2 millionReduction in companies (16) Huge increase in (17) Bad (18) Increased competition following launch of (19) Company announcementsCancel order for (20) Winner of Best Airline Award (21) ( category)Introduce more (22) (key destinations only)（分数：7.00）填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项 1:_填空项

38、1:_填空项 1:_十六、PART FOUR(总题数：1，分数：8.00)(1).Why did lan start his career selling sports equipment?（分数：1.00）A.He was particularly interested in sport.B.He wanted to promote a healthy lifestyle.C.He thought it was a profitable area to be in.(2).Why does lan think he was successful in his first job?（分数：1.

39、00）A.He communicated well with colleagues.B.He found a new way of doing things.C.He worked extremely har(3).What did the trainers at KTD Computer Systems lack?（分数：1.00）A.work experienceB.industry knowledgeC.good training skills(4).Why did lan become a recruitment executive?（分数：1.00）A.He needed a bet

40、ter salary.B.He was bored with his job.C.He wanted to travel less.(5).Why was lan unpopular at first at Ace Recruitment?（分数：1.00）A.He discussed his colleagues with the boss.B.He often arrived late for work.C.He argued with clients.(6).Which quality in his staff does lan think is most important for s

41、uccess?（分数：1.00）A.abilityB.experienceC.attitude(7).Why did Solutions decide to specialise in change management?（分数：1.00）A.No other agency specialised in this area.B.They were advised it had good potential,C.There was a shortage of available experts.(8).What is special about Solutions approach to rec

42、ruitment?（分数：1.00）A.They only accept big contracts.B.They employ their own specialists.C.They approach companies themselves.十七、SPEAKING(总题数：0，分数：0.00)十八、PART 1(总题数：1，分数：5.00)8.SAMPLE QUESTIONSWhats your name? How do you spell your first name/surname?Where do you live? Do you like living there? Why?

43、/ Why not?What do you do? Do you like being a .?Why?/Why not?What do you like doing in your free time?（分数：5.00）_十九、PART 2(总题数：1，分数：5.00)9.WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN .?CHOOSING A CONFERENCE VENUElocationfacilitiespriceWHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN .?RECRUITING NEW STAFFqualificationsexperienceskills（分数：5.00）_二十

44、PART 3(总题数：1，分数：5.00)10.Scenario: Planning a training dayYour company is holding a training day for new staff. Talk together about the information new staff would find useful and decide which three areas should be dealt with on the training day.Here are some ideas to help you.further training oppor

45、tunitiessports facilities at the companyworking hourspromotion prospects within the companylocal banks and shopsa whos who of the companya guided tour of the companywhere staff can have lunch（分数：5.00）_剑桥商务英语初级-99 答案解析(总分：100.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、READING(总题数：0，分数：0.00)二、PART ONE(总题数：5，分数：5.00)1.There will

46、 be a meeting at 14.00 tomorrow for all staff to discuss payment procedures.Sue BakerWhat does Sue Baker plan to do?（分数：1.00）A.speak to employees at 2 pm B.discuss arrangements for a meetingC.inform staff of a salary increase解析：2. To letNew offices in former factory building in popular suburb of city.24-hour entry with security.Tel: 76234546Which sentence describes the offices?（分数：1.00）A.They are open all night. B.They are in a modern building.C.They are in the city centr解析：3.Time Destination Train Departure11.15 Wolverhampton Slight delay11.17 London Expected at 12.0511.25 Exet