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1、托业（阅读）-试卷 78 及答案解析(总分：200.00，做题时间：90 分钟)一、完成句子(总题数：40，分数：80.00)1.The foreign delegates are expected to arrive at the hotel_noon on Friday at the latest.（分数：2.00）A.byB.aboveC.withinD.of2.Dr. Clark notified_patients that he would be out of town this week to attend a medical convention.（分数：2.00）A.itsB.

2、hisC.himD.they3.Mr. Barnett reserved his flight to Hanoi directly with the airline company because it was_than booking with a travel agent.（分数：2.00）A.simplyB.simplerC.simplestD.simplicity4.Service staff at the fast food restaurant are trained extensively to prepare_dine-in and take-out orders.（分数：2.

3、00）A.betweenB.fromC.bothD.neither5.According to his professor at Becker University, Arlen Thornton has earned adequate_to pursue a career in industrial engineering.（分数：2.00）A.qualityB.qualificationsC.qualifyingD.qualified6.The consumer survey conducted in the Eastern European region revealed a_ decl

4、ine in the residents preference for online shopping.（分数：2.00）A.notesB.notablyC.notingD.notable7.Museum guests are not allowed to touch the sculptures on display,_are they permitted to take pictures of the art pieces.（分数：2.00）A.norB.soC.untilD.during8.Once all the applications are received, Wei Found

5、ations scholarship committee_ only 40 individuals to send to China for a year of study.（分数：2.00）A.to selectB.will selectC.have selectedD.were selecting9.Candidates who receive notifications to attend a second interview must_their intentions to proceed with the application process.（分数：2.00）A.confirme

6、dB.confirmC.confirmationD.confirming10.The workplace safety regulations_ helped to prevent serious accidents from occurring at the construction site.（分数：2.00）A.defineB.definitelyC.definiteD.definitions11.The plumber conducted a thorough_ of how much it would probably cost to replace the old water pi

7、pes in Ms. Kents apartment.（分数：2.00）A.inspectionB.inspectsC.inspectD.inspecting12._to providing reliable electrical services to households and commercial establishments in Denver, Voltworks hires only highly skilled electricians.（分数：2.00）A.ConsistedB.RegardedC.ReconstructedD.Committed13.The new admi

8、ssions standards that were implemented last year by Columna University made it_than before for graduating high school students to apply to the institution.（分数：2.00）A.easilyB.easyC.easeD.easier14.Many citizens across the state are having difficulty finding_these days due to the economic crisis.（分数：2.

9、00）A.employableB.employingC.employedD.employment15.The famous director found Rachel Burns to be sufficiently_to play almost any role, no matter how challenging.（分数：2.00）A.variableB.essentialC.comprehensiveD.versatile16.The event organizer said that the annual organic products expo will be held_ the

10、Ivory Cultural Center next year.（分数：2.00）A.atB.beneathC.aboutD.through17.The board gave Mr. Liebnitz a week to decide whether or not he would accept the _to the advertising department.（分数：2.00）A.voteB.reportC.transferD.advance18.Upon_of the registration forms, scholarship applicants are advised to s

11、ubmit them to the registrars office.（分数：2.00）A.computationB.completionC.declarationD.adaptation19.Test results showed_some soaps and shampoos contain chemicals which may cause skin dryness and irritation.（分数：2.00）A.thatB.thisC.wheneverD.what20.The new restaurant on Oak Grove Avenue is_by food critic

12、s to people who enjoy Mediterranean cuisine.（分数：2.00）A.recommendedB.specializedC.deliveredD.consumed21.All passenger vessels are required by law to make_for people with physical disabilities.（分数：2.00）A.perceptionB.directionC.provisionD.restriction22.Mr. Hall visits the project site_to make sure that

13、 the renovation is going according to schedule.（分数：2.00）A.anyB.soonC.hardlyD.frequently23._.returning a defective item to the store for replacement, please do not forget to bring the official receipt.（分数：2.00）A.IntoB.WhenC.WhoeverD.Following24.For the past eight years, Vincent Silva has _supported o

14、rganizations which protect endangered animals.（分数：2.00）A.nearlyB.delicatelyC.convincinglyD.consistently25.The Cerea Hub is an online specialty shop _ceramic figurines crafted by people from around the world.（分数：2.00）A.offerB.offeringC.will offerD.has offered26.Dr. Munoz_experimental methods for obta

15、ining energy from natural sources long before GDS Incorporated developed its own.（分数：2.00）A.is devisingB.had devisedC.was devisedD.has devised27.The job in the warehouse is best suited to someone who is physically strong as it will _involve lifting heavy objects.（分数：2.00）A.vividlyB.mainlyC.rarelyD.s

16、ummarily28.The Orlando Bolts baseball team_a proposal to endorse the athletic shoes manufactured by Armor Basics.（分数：2.00）A.concentratedB.acceptedC.originatedD.assigned29.Stage director Delfin Matthews_with Saguijo Theater Companys public relations team to promote the opening of his new play, Nebuch

17、adnezzars Bane.（分数：2.00）A.collaboratedB.distributedC.draftedD.granted30.Scientists believe that either volcanic activity or large meteor impacts_what led to the extinction of the dinosaurs.（分数：2.00）A.isB.has beenC.are beingD.are31.Investors remain hopeful of a positive outcome despite only a_agreeme

18、nt being reached in the last round of negotiations between the two trading partners.（分数：2.00）A.vigilantB.tentativeC.diligentD.reliant32.The newly recruited junior data analysts at Adeco Technologies may begin working on actual projects_following the mandatory two-week training period.（分数：2.00）A.sudd

19、enlyB.importantlyC.immediatelyD.recurrently33.Prior to the start of the leadership seminar, participants_to spend five minutes preparing a list of goals, which they later shared with the group.（分数：2.00）A.to be askedB.were askedC.would askD.have been asking34.The Silvanus Museum staff is organizing a

20、 retirement party in honor of its_ director, Mr. Alvaro, who has served there for 25 years.（分数：2.00）A.definiteB.totalC.outgoingD.withdrawn35.Staff members are required to obtain authorization from their supervisors before gaining access to_customer information in the firms database.（分数：2.00）A.famili

21、arB.secludedC.confidentialD.formative36.Esham Pharmaceuticals has adopted various preventive_to protect its employees from possible accidents in its laboratories.（分数：2.00）A.benefitsB.strengthsC.measuresD.amounts37.Oil companies raised the price of gas, forcing a substantial number of people to stop

22、bringing their cars to work_.（分数：2.00）A.differentlyB.altogetherC.usefullyD.halfway38.At last months conference, keynote speaker Dana Stewart identified the essential_that make a successful Web hosting business.（分数：2.00）A.varietiesB.componentsC.exhibitsD.lectures39._.Mr. Ware departs for Belgium next

23、 week, he will present his cost-cutting proposal to the logistics department at the company-wide meeting this Friday.（分数：2.00）A.HoweverB.OnceC.BeforeD.Prior40._new employees found the weeklong orientation valuable and the assigned instructors both knowledgeable and professional.（分数：2.00）A.MostB.AnyC

24、.NoneD.Each二、短文填空(总题数：4，分数：24.00)To: StaffRe: Attendance PolicyDate: December 5As discussed in the meeting, management will implement a stricter policy on【K1】_.This is scheduled to go into effect on January 1 and applies to all office staff, except those who engage in field work. In this regard, emp

25、loyees who arrive late more than two times a month will be obligated to serve one days suspension, 【K2】_will be recorded in their employee evaluation.However, there are exceptions to this rule, 【K3】_late arrivals due to emergencies or bad weather conditions. For questions and concerns regarding the

26、new policy, please get in touch with the personnel department. Thank you.（分数：6.00）(1).【K1】（分数：2.00）A.tardinessB.confidentialityC.securityD.breaks(2).【K2】（分数：2.00）A.itB.whatC.thisD.which(3).【K3】（分数：2.00）A.so thatB.but alsoC.such asD.in additionAugust 10Jordan McLeod 451 N Garnet Drive Nashville, TN 3

27、7209Dear Mr. McLeod,Thank you for your interest in【K4】_JointHands Foundation. We will have to match your time commitment and skills with our organizations needs. Please fill out the enclosed volunteer application form and return it to us no later than August 31.Qualified applicants will be contacted

28、 for interviews. If you are accepted, you will go through an orientation session【K5】_starting your volunteer work.At JointHands, volunteers are directly involved in the【K6】_phases of our outreach projects.If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call our office at 555

29、-3719.Best regards,Vonda Barlow Coordinator JointHands Foundation（分数：6.00）(1).【K4】（分数：2.00）A.expandingB.incorporatingC.assistingD.celebrating(2).【K5】（分数：2.00）A.exceptB.prior toC.even thoughD.whereas(3).【K6】（分数：2.00）A.organizingB.organizerC.organizesD.organizeTo: Letticia Lopez From: Norah Bailey Sub

30、ject: Seminar Speakers Date: June 8 Dear Letticia, We were informed of your intention to invite James Cortez to be a guest speaker at your【K7】_seminar in July. Im sorry to say this, but he【K8】_unavailable during that month. He is scheduled to attend a medical conference from July 12 to 15 and will c

31、onduct clinical research after the event. If you have【K9】_other neurologists in mind, give me their names, and I will personally request one of them to speak at the seminar. In fact, most of our neurologists at the hospital are colleagues of James Cortez in the Neuro Society, so I am confident that

32、any one of them can provide an informative talk. I will wait for your reply. Sincerely, Norah Bailey Director of public relations（分数：6.00）(1).【K7】（分数：2.00）A.nutritionB.healthC.financeD.literature(2).【K8】（分数：2.00）A.wasB.has beenC.will beD.had been(3).【K9】（分数：2.00）A.everyB.anyC.allD.noCreative Directo

33、r Announced for Limelight StudiosBurbank - William York will become Limelight Studios creative director starting next month, the company announced yesterday in a press release. The【K10】_of York comes as no surprise to industry insiders, who predicted that York would take over the position, as curren

34、t creative director Liza Michaels retires in May. Since Michaels announced her retirement, she has been【K11】_training York for his new role at the studio.In his new position, York will supervise the production of the studios television series and films, as well as develop new ideas for future projec

35、ts.York has been a producer and director for Limelight Studios since 2003. Michaels comments that“【K12】_knowledge of this company makes William York the perfect candidate for the job.“（分数：6.00）(1).【K10】（分数：2.00）A.resignationB.investigationC.promotionD.authorization(2).【K11】（分数：2.00）A.doubtfullyB.for

36、merlyC.infrequentlyD.actively(3).【K12】（分数：2.00）A.HerB.HisC.OurD.Their三、阅读理解(总题数：13，分数：96.00)MEMOTo: Joseph Pruitt, Marketing Manager From: Carl Scallot, Marketing Director Date: January 12 Re: ProposalI reviewed your proposal this morning. Overall, you have some excellent ideas, but you will need to

37、 confirm your financial projections with Katherine. In addition, I have made some other recommendations, which you will find in an e-mail I have sent you.After you have revised your proposal, please contact me on my mobile phone at 555-1324. I will be out of the office until 2:30 p.m., but we can me

38、et sometime later in the afternoon.Thanks.Carl（分数：4.00）(1).Why was the memo written?（分数：2.00）A.To discuss a productB.To provide feedbackC.To introduce a clientD.To schedule a seminar(2).What does Mr. Scallot ask Mr. Pruitt to do?（分数：2.00）A.Call him on the telephoneB.Meet him at a restaurantC.Prepare

39、 a video presentationD.Collect money from a customerTRANSATLANTIC IMPORTS INCORPORATEDDemos NikolaidisJolly Greek Grocer82 Armistice Avenue, Glendale, CAJuly 15Dear sir,This is a second reminder that your account with us is past due(please see the enclosed copy of the invoice). A payment of $320 was

40、 due two months ago on May 15. Please settle your account before August 1. Otherwise, we will have to turn the matter over to a collection agency. Should you wish to explore other payment options, you may call our accounts department at 555-0392. Our office is open from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5

41、 p.m., and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Please ignore this letter if payment has already been sent.Thank you.Susan Crane Chief Accountant Transatlantic Imports（分数：4.00）(1).What is the purpose of the letter?（分数：2.00）A.To ask for a billing statementB.To apologize for overchargingC.To request a p

42、aymentD.To place an order(2).What is indicated in the letter?（分数：2.00）A.Transatlantic Imports is open seven days a week.B.Mr. Nikolaidis has already mailed in his payment.C.Transatlantic Imports operates a collection agency.D.Mr. Nikolaidis has been previously contacted.Pacific Shots （分数：6.00）(1).Wh

43、at is the announcement mainly about?（分数：2.00）A.A diving lessonB.A photography displayC.A leadership seminarD.A sea exploration(2).What is mentioned about Allen Crowley?（分数：2.00）A.He will conduct a guided tour.B.He is the owner of a magazine.C.He is the leader of an organization.D.He will give a seri

44、es of lectures.(3).What is stated about the event?（分数：2.00）A.It is open to everyone.B.It is held once every year.C.It is organized by a travel agency.D.It is sponsored by Wild Voyager.The Bond Street Journal folds, to Reemerge OnlineHornbull Corporation has announced it will cease publication of The

45、 Bond Street Journal, effective January 1, ending the newspapers 60-year run as the nations leading source of financial news. On the companys Web site, CEO Jack Diamond explains that the newspaper will continue to exist, but only in cyberspace. “With the excessively high cost of printing daily, the

46、board of directors wisely decided to pursue an Internet-only strategy first proposed two years ago,“ he said. It was further revealed that The Bond Street Journals 200,000 subscribers would automatically receive free subscriptions to the online version of The Bond Street Journal.Hornbull will still

47、publish its most popular monthly titles, Observer, Magnate, and Livret, which continue to enjoy significant newsstand sales. Among the remaining industry players, Deep Blues Oracle is expected to emerge as The Bond Street Journals successor, although most observers believe it is only a matter of tim

48、e before all print publications make the transition online.（分数：4.00）(1).Why did Hornbull Corporation decide to stop printing The Bond Street Journal?（分数：2.00）A.Readership had gone down.B.Consumers found it uninteresting.C.The owner chose to retire.D.Publishing it was too expensive.(2).What is NOT in

49、dicated in the article?（分数：2.00）A.Free memberships to a site will be given.B.Hornbull will continue to publish other titles.C.Competitors are experiencing rising sales.D.Experts believe printed materials will become obsolete.Sportswear Manufacturers Association of America(SMAA) SIXTH ANNUAL TRADERS CONVENTION Plebeian Cen