Before you decide on a vacation, it might be a good idea to consult a few good friends.A.c
Before you decide on a vacation, it might be a good idea to consult a few good friends.
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B.holiday
C.plan
D.research
Before you decide on a vacation, it might be a good idea to consult a few good friends.
A.career
B.holiday
C.plan
D.research
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Dear Sir,
We are a leading dealer in waterproof garments. Our customers have expressed interest in your raincoats and enquired about their quality.
Provided quality and price are satisfactory there are prospects of good sales here, but before placing a firm order we want to make a trial salE.We should be glad if you would send us, on fourteen day's approval, a selection of men's and women's raincoats. Any of the items unsold at the end of the period, and which we decide not to keep as stock, would be returned at our expense.
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours sincerely,
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It is always a tough task to decide on the perfect gift for your perfect morn on a Mother"s Day.To offer(26)to your problem here are some unique and special gift ideas for mother.Remember than your mother is always going to(27)your feelings behind the gift you buy.So even if you are a bit incorrect in your choice, she will always(28)the gift from someone whom she loves the most.
However, a little thought while purchasing gift might make her day more(29 )You may also order online Mother"s Day gift on various shopping sites.This way you may(30)a range of gift items and decide on the most suitable and special Mother"s Day present for your loving mom.Most morns(31)jewelry so you cannot go wrong if you decide to get a piece of jewelry as aMother"s Day gift.On Mother"s Day, ring and necklace go as perfect gifts.You may go in for a piece of fashion jewelry which is trendy, comes in(32)style. and is easy on pockets.Pearl sets are a favouriteof most mom"s.But to come to a right decision, you must(33)her a little before the Mother"s Day.Engage her in a little discussion on jewelry and she will tell you what is going to be the next item in her collection.Delight her by making her wish(34)sooner than she expected.
Flowers are a wonderful way of expressing your love and(35)to your mother on the special occasion of Mother"s Day.Carnations are the traditional flowers for the occasion.But you may say thankyou to your dear Morn with a bouquet of her favourite flowers.
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第3题
Whenever you see the old film, even one 【M1】 ______
made ten years before, you can not help being 【M2】 ______
strucked by the appearance of the women taking part. 【M3】 ______
Their hair-styles and make-up look dated; their
skirts look either too long nor too short; their 【M4】 ______
general appearance is, in fact, slightly funny.
The men taking part, on the other hand, are clearly
recognizable. There are nothing about their appearance 【M5】 ______
to suggest they belong to an entire different age. 【M6】 ______
This illusion is created by changing fashions. Over the
years, great majority of men have resisted 【M7】 ______
all attempts to making them change their style 【M8】 ______
of dress. The same can not be said for woman. 【M9】 ______
Each year a few so-called top designers
in Paris and London lay down on the law 【M10】 ______
and the women of the whole world over run to obey.
The rules of the designers are unpredictable
and dictatorial. Sometimes they decide randomly,
that skirts will be short and waists will be high;
hips are in and buttons are out.
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第4题
Selling a Car
How long have you been driving around in that same old ear? Do you think you want to sell it? There are some decisions you will have to make before you decide to sell your car. Do you want to sell your car over the Internet? On an auction site? Through a newspaper classified? To a dealership? The following information will apply no matter how you decide to sell your car.
Before you sell your ear, one of the main things you need to understand is your market. Knowing what kind of person would be interested in your car will make it a lot easier to know where to place your advertisements. After you've done your research on the price of your car, you will determine an asking price and write an attention-getting advertisement. You will need to prepare for the sale by washing and detailing your ear. It is also important to understand how to negotiate to get the best price, and what to do if you get caught in a car-buying seam.
In this article, you will learn what to expect of the car-selling process to help ensure that you and the buyer have a positive experience.
The Market
The first step in selling your car is to know your market. In other words, is your car a popular model that buyers will be interested in? Will you have to drop your price to sell your car because it is not in high demand? Knowing the market -- the potential buyers--will help you answer these questions.
The more you know about the kinds of people interested in your type of vehicle, the better able you'll be to reach that audience. For instance, if you are trying to sell a convertible (敞篷车), you will want to advertise in the warmer months when people really wish they could put the top down. The same goes for sports cars, which normally sell better in the summer months. If you are selling a family sedan, you will want to reach suburban families possibly by placing an advertisement in the local Sunday paper.
Knowing as much as possible about your car and the prospective buyers can save you time and money. It will help you get the best price whether you are selling your car yourself or trading it in at a dealership. According to Edmunds.com, family sedans and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) are always in pretty high demand. Trucks and vans that can be used for work purposes are steady sellers and should command competitive prices. Be careful not to underestimate their value.
Finally, use the Internet and local classified ads to find out how many similar cars are on the market. When comparing your car to similar cars listed for sale, you will want to take into account factors including the car's age, condition and mileage. Remember that cars with less mileage will sell for higher prices. To help you determine the asking price for your car, check out the next section.
Pricing Your Car
The most important thing you must remember before you decide to sell your car is that you generally can get a lot more money by selling the car yourself than by trading the car in at the dealership. If you do decide you want to trade in your car at a dealership, beware of two things: a very high trade-in value and a very low one.
According to Cars.com, when a dealership offers you a high trade-in value for your vehicle, it will most likely use the price against the purchase of your new car. The dealer will cover the loss on the used car by making you pay a higher price for the new car. Thus, you won't be saving any money. If the dealer offers you too little for your trade-in, it may suggest that you're getting a low price for the new car. Remember that you can negotiate a fair trade-in price at a dealership, but know that you will probably get a higher price selling the car on your oval.
The best way to price your car is to know what other sellers are asking by looking at online ads as well as print ads.
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The fact is some people who travel for pleasure get no pleasure from it at all. Others, who travel because they must travel, have a lot of fun doing it. What makes one trip more enjoyable than another?
Any trip can be enjoyable if it is well planned. Every minute that you spend planning your trip may save ten minutes of trouble during your trip. It may also add an hour of pleasure!
Many resorts and cities around the world are popular during some months of the year and less popular during other months. Find out if the places you are visiting have an "in" season and an "off" season. This may help you decide when you want to go.
There are some very good reasons to travel during the off-season. Usually everything is much cheaper. It is also less crowded, of course. If you don't have a lot of money or if you don't like crowds of tourists go in the off-season.
Some places are not as exciting during the off-season. The weather may be too cold or too hot. The beaches may be closed. Hotels and restaurants may be shut. Be sure to find out before you go.
There was a time when a person could decide to leave the country on Monday and get on a boat on Tuesday. Now everyone must give a passport to go abroad. It is not hard to get a passport, but you should ask for one a few months before you begin your journey. To get one, you must have your birth certificate or another legal document to prove that you are a citizen. You will probably also need to bring a few photographs of yourself and some money. For more information call or write the passport office.
Sometimes you need a visa to visit a country. If a visa is necessary you can ask for one at the country's embassy. Sometimes getting a visa takes many months, so it is very important to plan early. The same is true of health certificates. For this information it is a good idea to call or write the embassies. You may also get a lot of other useful information from them.
What can we learn from the first two paragraphs?
A.When people travel on business, they are also on holiday.
B.When people take a vacation, they always have fun.
C.Not all people on holiday get pleasure from it.
D.All trips are holidays.
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Therefore drivers or front seat passengers over 14 in most vehicles must wear a seat belt. If you do not, you will be fined up to £ 50.It will not be up to the drivers to make sure you wear your belt. But it will be the driver's responsibility to make sure that children under 14 do not ride in the front unless they are wearing a seat belt of some kind.
However, when you're reversing your car, you do not have to wear a seat belt; or you are making a local delivery or collection using a special vehicle; r if you have a valid medical certificate which excuses you from wearing it. Make sure these circumstances apply to you before you decide not to wear your seat belt. Remember that you may be taken to court for not doing so, and you may be fined if you cannot prove that you have been excused from wearing it.
How many people in front of the vehicles are killed or seriously injured every year?
A.30,000.
B.60,000.
C.Approximately 30,000.
D.Above 30,000.
第7题
. However, when you are actually purchasing car insurance, it can be difficult for you to decide which is your best choice. The ideal buying process is to first research and decide, then purchase.
Research first
Before buying car insurance, you should find out the purpose of your purchase and how the insurance meets your needs.
Decide on suitable Car Insurance Policies(保单)
A neglected part of car insurance is the part which covers medical bills. Medical payments can add up very quickly in an accident situation, and the insurance should cover the bills incurred (招致) both by you and by the passengers in your car. Make sure you know the full value that your insurance covers.
Purchase the best Car Insurance for your needs
You have a number of choices when it comes to the actual purchase of the car insurance. Each has advantages and disadvantages, and these may be influenced by your individual taste and previous buying experience. Insurance companies may offer you good advice, but prices on the Internet are often better.
1. According to the first paragraph, when buying car insurance, one should first ___________.
A. decide on the number of policies to purchase
B. do careful research on the different choices
C. choose the best insurance company
D. look for the lowest insurance rate
2. The purpose of research is to find out whether the car insurance _____________ .
A. includes all the advantages
B. best meets your needs
C. offers the best rate
D. is easy to purchase
3. When buying car insurance, people often neglect________________ .
A. the damage to the car
B. the bills paid by the passengers
C. the part covering the medical bills
D. the background of the insurance company
4. According to the last paragraph, your choice of car insurance may also be influenced by _________________.
A. your driving habits
B. the kind of car to be insured
C. the attitude of your family members
D. your own taste and buying experience
5. Which of the following might be the best title of the passage?
A. Medical Bills Covered in Car Insurance
B. Importance of Buying Car Insurance
C. Advice on Buying Car Insurance
D. Advantages of Car Insurance
第8题
The Big Decision: New or Used
The first thing you must decide before you begin your automobile research is whether you want a new car or a used car. Of course, there are benefits and drawbacks on both sides. If you decide to buy a used car, there are several things you need to keep in mind.
First of all, there are more than 2 million car accidents annually and chances are if you are in the market for a used car, you will come in contact with at least one automobile that was in an accident. The most important thing about buying a used car is that you know everything about the history of the car, including:
the number of previous owners
if the car was ever involved in an accident
any previous mechanical problems
the maintenance history of the car
One of the largest benefits of buying a used car is that you can often get a great deal and in many cases, the car you buy may even be relatively new. Successful used car buyers often are just as happy with their used car as new car buyers are with a new vehicle. But remember, the most common car-buying horror stories do involve the purchase of used cars. When you have a good idea of what kind of car best fits your needs and budget, you can begin your research on used cars.
The Internet is Your Best Friend
Whether you're buying new or used, there's no doubt that the Internet is a great tool for your car quest. If you are buying a new car, you can research the kind of car you want, the options you need, the price of the car and the price of the additional options. If you've done your homework, you'll be able to walk into a dealership armed with loads of valuable information.
What to Know Before You Go
About You:
Before you start thinking about fun things like whether you want a convertible or a sports car, you need to do some self-examination. First and foremost, you need to examine your budget. You should set a reasonable price range for the car and begin to eliminate cars that are out of that price range. As a potential car buyer, you need to be realistic, don't fantasize about a $ 45,000 car when your budget will just barely support a $ 22,000 price-tag. Also, remember that trying to figure out a way to buy a car that is outside your price range is really not a good idea. After all, it's not much fun to have a car if you can't afford to go places in it.
About the Car:
When you figure out what car you want, there are some things you want to learn about the car(s)so that you can get the best deal possible when you're ready to buy. You will need to know the average price of the car, so you won't overpay. You can get a good idea of the base price(the price of the car without any special options)by visiting different dealerships and comparing prices and by using the Internet to get price quotes. You should also get an idea of how much the dealer will add on for various options like air conditioning, a CD player or anti-lock brakes. If you can, try to find out what the dealer price is and negotiate up from that figure.
Payment:
Okay, so you've found the perfect car. Before you even think about purchasing it, you need to know how you're going to pay for it. If, by some miracle in today's economy, you have saved enough to pay for the entire car, you will not need financing. But most car buyers today make their purchase by paying a down payment and then financing the balance--making monthly car payments until the remainder of the loan is paid in full. Remember, that financing is a loan and a
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M: Yes, we are. Are you interested in the job?
W: I think so, but before I apply, I'd like you to tell me more about the work.
M: Have you worked with tape recorders before?
W: I used cassettes a lot when I was studying French in high school.
M: Good. There are many different kinds of language labs, ours is a small one, and it's fairly easy to operate. This is the main control panel, you can set the controls to a lot of students to listen to the lessons they want to hear. If you decide to take the job, I'll explain how the system operates. Most of the lessons are on cassette tapes, but some of them are also on long reel tapes of records. The cassettes are kept in order on these shelves, and they are clearly numbered with the language and the lesson number. For example, the cassettes in the green boxes are French lessons. Records and tapes are over there.
W: How many hours would I work?
M: We need someone ten hours a week. Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. This is one of the busiest times for this laboratory.
W: I'll fill out an application for this job right now. It would fit into my schedule nicely.
M: Fine, I'll get back to you in a week or so after we review the applications.
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A.A recording artist.
B.A French teacher.
C.A student.
D.A teaching assistant.
第10题
Therefore drivers or front seat passengers over 14 in most vehicles must wear a seat belt. ff you do not, you will be fined up to £ 50. It will not be up to the drivers to make sure you wear your belt. But it will be the driver's responsibility to make sure that children under 14 do not ride in the front unless they are wearing a seat belt of some kind.
However, when you're reversing your car, you do not have to wear a seat belt; or when you are making a local delivery or collection using a special vehicle; or if you have a valid medical certificate which excuses you from wearing it. Make sure these circumstances apply to you before you decide not to wear your seat belt. Remember that you may be taken to court for not doing so, and you may be fined if you cannot prove that you have been excused from wearing it.
How many people in the front of the vehicles are killed or seriously injured every year?
A.30000.
B.60000.
C.Approximately 30 000.
D.Above 30 000.