词汇与结构 （2.5分/题，满分50分）
（一） 单选题
1. 62% of the people surveyed said they always avoided ________ their smartphones during meals.
A) use B) using C)to use D)used
2. The HR department is a critical part of employee well-being in any business, no matter ______ small it is.
A) how B) what C) where D) which
3. According to the regulation, inspections _______ to ensure that the systems are in good condition.
A) demanded B) have demanded C) be demanded D) are demanded
4. Before you think about asking for a promotion, make sure that either a position opening exists _________ a new position is needed to be created.
A) and B) nor C) or D) but
5. The traffic was making so much noise that I couldn’t hear what he ______.
A) is saying B) was saying C) has said D) will say
6. Our company culture is _______makes us successful in creating a friendly and exciting environment.
A) where B) how C) what D) why
7. Most people were greatly shocked by the news ________ the IT company had gone bankrupt.
A) what B) how C) why D) that
8. I would probably try to find a better job if I ________ in your position.
A) am B) were C) have been D) be
9. If you are ________ busy to attend the meeting, you can send your assistant to take your place.
A) very B) so C) too D) more
10. I had to wait for another two months to be able to have the car _______.
A) fixing B) fix C) to fix D) fixed
（二）填空题：根据括号中所给单词的适当形式填空
11. Our team will meet with each person to learn about his or her (person) ________and vocational goals.
12. These questions enable the interviewer (know) ________how you previously reacted or behaved in certain types of situations.
13. Before (ask) ________ for a promotion, try to find out how the decision makers in your company feel about you.
14. They are under the (impress) ________ that their communication ability is the most important factor in whether or not they will be hired.
15. We believe that e-learning can be (effective) ______________ than traditional instruction in the future.
16. The (long) ________ Charles has lived in this city, the more he likes it.
17. If you want to learn some terms related to your field, you will find this book might be (help) ________.
18. No one is allowed (smoke) ________ in public buildings according to the new regulations.
19. The new president (ask) ________ some tough questions by the reporter in the interview yesterday.
20. We were impressed by the (suggest) ________ you made at yesterday’s meeting.
二、阅读理解（5分/题，满分50分）
Task 1
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation on behalf of Sand River and its CEO, Mrs. Jane King. I am very familiar with the company. My next book deals with it in detail, which is to be published in autumn of 2018. I am also familiar with European consumer. As a Dutch citizen, I have lived in Europe for 46 years and studied European consumer behavior for decades.
I believe that Sand River offers something unique to the European market. It has established long-term supply relations with herdsman (牧民) families and owns advanced German machinery. Thus it combines natural resources with modern manufacturing techniques. But equally important, Sand River works with modern fashion designers to create truly contemporary and appealing designs. The result is a newly-established cashmere (羊绒)brand that appeals to a target group of high-income women.
I met Mrs. King the first time in 2013. Since then, we have met several times and talked about Sand River’s philosophy, strategy, and appeal to both Chinese and international consumers. I was struck by her deep knowledge about knitting (针织) technology, her enthusiasm for the brand, and her deep understanding of the cashmere shopper. I regard her as a “woman of her word.”
To summarize, I believe Sand River products deserve a place in luxurious European department stores and Mrs. King is a reliable partner.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Joan Smith
21. Joan Smith wrote the recommendation letter on behalf of ________.
A) a Dutch citizen
B) herdsman families
C) the European consumer
D) Sand River and its CEO
22. From the letter we can learn that Sand River _______.
A) has long-term links with herdsmen
B) employs many herdsman workers
C) manufactures advanced machines
D) sells hand-made products
23. The target consumers of the newly-established cashmere brand are ________.
A) college students
B) blue-color workers
C) high-income women
D) average herdsman families
24. By saying “a woman of her word” (Para. 3), the writer means that Mrs. King ________.
A) always keeps her promise
B) is a good public speaker
C) knows customers well
D) is well educated
25. As far as the European market is concerned, the writer thinks that Sand River products_____.
A) are fit for supermarkets in big cities
B) are likely to enjoy a big market share
C) will appeal to different kinds of customers
D) deserve a place in luxurious department stores
Task 2
Notice of Baggage Inspection (检查)
To protect you and your fellow passengers, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required by law to inspect all checked baggage. As part of this process, some bags are opened and inspected. Your bag was among those selected for inspection.
During the inspection, your bag and its contents may have been searched for prohibited (违禁的) items. After the inspection was completed, the contents were returned to your bag.
If the TSA security officer was unable to open your bag for inspection because it was locked, the officer may have been forced to break the locks on your bag. TSA sincerely regrets having to do this. However, TSA is not responsible for damage to your locks resulting from this necessary security measures.
For packing tips and suggestions on how to secure your baggage during your next trip, please visit: www.tsa.gov.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to contact the TSA Contact Center.
26. According to the passage, TSA is required to inspect your baggage _________.
A) with your written permission
B) at the request of police
C) by airlines
D) by law
27. According to the notice, the purpose of the inspection is to __________.
A) find all overweight baggage
B) search for prohibited items
C) charge custom duties
D) check damaged items
28. After the inspection, the contents in your bag would ___________.
A) be delivered to your address
B) be given to you in person
C) be returned to your bag
D) be kept at the airport
29. If your bag is locked, the TSA security officer may have to __________.
A) break the locks
B) hand it over to police
C) give up the inspection
D) ask you to open the bag
30. If the locks of your bag are damaged because of the inspection, TSA will ________.
A) pay for the damage
B) buy you a new lock
C) not be responsible for it
D) not inspect it in your next trip
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