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秘书资格考试网 官方总站：圣才学习网职业技能鉴定国家涉外秘书（国家职业资格三级）英语试卷注 意 事 项1、请按要求在试卷的标封处填写您的姓名、准考证号、身份证号和所在地区。2、请仔细阅读各种题目的回答要求，并在规定的位置填写您的答案。3、请保持卷面整洁，不要在试卷上作任何与答题无关的记号，也不得在标封区填写无关的内容。听力部分笔试部分总分评分人得 分评分人得 分评分人AListening Test【注意:本试卷听力部分录音在“秘书英语听力录音三级05”中】. Directions: Listen to the text about the meeting and choose the best answers for the questions. (5 questions, 2 marks for each question, 10 marks)1. The saying probably take place_.(A)in the meeting room (B)at restaurant (C)in the opening ceremony of company (D)in the office2. Who should have presided over the meeting? _.(A) The man(B)Mr. Hampton(C) Susan(D)Mr. Smith3. Why will Susan make notes?_.(A) Company will keep it (B)Mr. Hampton well get some information(C) Everyone will get a copy(D)The decision well be announced4. Everyone will be allowed _to speak.(A)15 minutes(B)at least 15 minutes(C) 5 minutes(D)no more than 50 minutes5. Which following statement is right? _.(A) Only Mr. Smith will speak(B)Someone will speak (C) Everyone except Mr. Smith will speak (D)Everyone will speak. Directions: Listen to the dialogue and tell whether the following statements are True or False. Writ T for True and F for False in the brackets. (5 questions, 2 marks each question. 10 marks altogether)1. The prices are given with agreement.2. The man thinks the prices are too high.3. The woman thinks that the cost of production has been raising in recent years.4. The man will decide to order based on prices.5. The man hopes that the prices can be reduced by 3 percent.得 分评分人B. written test. Vocabulary and structure Directions: For each of the following blanks, four choices are given. Choose the most appropriate one (1 mark each question, 20 questions, 20marks altogether)1. The actual cost of the building was much higher than our original_.(A) consideration(B) judgment (C) estimate(D) plan2. The girls had so _ in common that they soon became good friends.(A) little(B) few(C) much (D) many 3. Whats the matter with Harry?I don't know, but he looks _ this difficult math problem.(A) that(B) so that(C) as(D) as if4. The boy spent half an hour _ this difficult math problem.(A)having worked on(B)to work on (C)on work (D)working on5. When I entered the living room, Mother didn't say anything, but I noticed a _ look come over her face.(A) surprise(B) surprised(C) surprising(D) surprisingly6. If you undertake this project you are bound to _ many difficulties. (A) encounter(B) face with(C) overcome(D) handle7. I suddenly realized that he was trying to _ quarrelling with me.(A) consider(B) enjoy (C) avoid (D) prevent8. The three hours I spent in the library _ my old passion for reading.(A) brought about(B) brought over(C) brought forth(D) brought back9. We _ that the enemy would try to cross the river and seize the bridge.(A) awaited(B) forecast(C) anticipated(D) aware10. The real trouble _ their lack of confidence in their abilities.(A) lies in(B) lies on(C) results in(D)leads to11. Many old age pensioners have no other source of income and pension levels are not adequate_.(A) living on(B) to live on it(C) to live on(D) living on it12. This popular sports car is now being _ at the rate of a thousand a week.(A) turned down(B) turned out(C) turned up(D) turned on13. By then our experiment had reached _ stage.(A) a profound(B) a best(C) a future(D) a vital15. Vicky, one of my doctoral students, had her dissertation _ as soon as she finished _ it.(A) to be typed, to write(B) typed, to write(C) being typed, writing(D) typed, writing16. she hadnt seen Peter for weeks, _.(A) nor she had telephoned(B) nor she hadn't telephoned(C) nor hadn't she telephoned(D) nor had she telephoned17. The patient we sent to hospital was _ last night.(A) operated with(B) operated(C) operated on(D) operated at18. He _ when he was at high school but now he is famous all over the world. (A) often played tennis(B) did like tennis very much(C) was not much of a tennis-player(D) didn't think much of tennis19. Einstein's theory of relativity seemed _ when it was first introduced.(A) unbelievable(B) unaccountable(C) impossible(D) acceptable20. Henry looked very much _ when he was caught cheating in the biology exam.(A) discouraged(B) embarrassed(C) disappointed(D) bewildered得 分评分人. Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: Read the following passage and to the multiple choice questions. (2 marks each, 10 marks altogether)Here are a few examples of business customs in foreign lands that one should be cognizant of:In Brazil, conversations can become very animated and involve physical contact and raised voices. Yet trying to dominate the conversation will meet with disapproval.In China, its considered impolite to reply negatively. Answers like “we should discuss this further at another time” or “perhaps” are much better than a simple “no”. The details can be worked out later. When giving gifts, avoid using white or green wrapping paper as those colors are considered to be inauspicious.In Germany, its customary to wait to be introduced someone new by a third party. People are uncomfortable when approached by complete strangers.When dining with co-workers in Japan, always let the host pay for the meal. Be sure to never leave your chopsticks placed vertically in a bowl of rice as this is only done at funerals. The Irish are enthusiastic conversationalists who often indulge in criticism of themselves as a people and Ireland as a country. If youre involved in this type of conversation country will be roundly abused.Even in “close” countries like Canada, there are some differences in the way business people interact. Luckily there are many training programs available to familiarize business travelers and career people with the ins and outs of dong business the international arena.Questions:1. Which of the following is true in Brazil? Conversations can be _.(A)very interesting with physical contact and raised voices(B)animated and anyone can dominate the conversation(C)animated and everyone likes to control it (D)very interesting yet people may disapprove to each other2. In China, colors like white or green _ .(A)may be used in any case(B)are the colors people like very much(C)are usually not used to wrap gifts(D)are often used to wrap gifts for the foreigners3. When having dinner, the Japanese people _.(A)let their friends pay for the meal sometimes(B)should not pay for the meal (C)do not put their chopsticks on the bowls(D)do not place their chopsticks vertically in a rice bowls4. When involving in a conversation with the Irish people who are criticizing their own countries, _.(A)just feel free to join in their criticism and they will feel you are closer to them (B)never agree with what they are saying (C)you should criticize your own country (D)you should discuss together with them 5. Even in close countries like Canada _.(A)people do business in the same way (B)there are training programs(C)there are differences in the way business people interact (D)there are no differences between business peopleSection BDirections: Read the following passage and decide whether the statements are true or false, write T for true and F for false. (2 marks for each, q0 marks altogether)In some ways the employment interview is like a persuasive speech because the applicant (interviewee) seeks to persuade the employer (interviewer) to employ him or her. Several suggestions might prove helpful to the applicant as preparation is made for the actual interview.A job applicant has the responsibility for ascertaining certain types of information prior to the interview. First, the applicant should know what kind of job he wants and how that job relates to his career objective. It is important that the applicant be able to state his reasons for wishing to work for a particular company. Second, the applicant should seek as much information as possible concerning the company. Relevant information for the applicant to locate includes such items as the location of the home and regional offices, the financial status of the company, pans for expansion, and company philosophy. Information about most major corporations is available in reference books and periodicals.After gathering information concerning the company, the applicant is ready for the interview. The interviewers first impression comes form the interviewees appearance. For most interviews, appropriate dress for man is a conservative dark colored suit with a long sleeve white or light blue shirt and conservative tie. For women a conservative, tailored suit or dress is appropriate. Both men and women should have neat, conservative length hair.Although hairstyle and dress are matters of personal taste, many personnel directors form initial impressions form these characteristics. For example, one recent college graduate, who felt himself qualified, interviewed for a public relations job. However, the personnel manager considered the young mans long hair, sloppy dress, and overly casual manner unsuited for this particular position.Questions:1.  The employment interview is like a persuasive speech because the applicant wants to persuade the employer to employ him or her.2. A job applicant should be able to find certain types of information prior to the interview.3. In some cases, it is important that the applicant know his reasons for wishing to work for a particular company.4. After gathering information concerning the location of company, the applicant is ready for the interview.5. Although you may have different ideas about hairstyle and dress, many personnel directors form initial impressions from these characteristics.得 分评分人. TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into Chinese. (4marks each, 20marks altogether)1. This is to notify members that the discussion on the working plan for the net year will be put off to next Tuesday, December 15th , at 9:30 a.m., owing to the absence of certain commission members.2. Wed like to clear up some points connected with the technical part of the contract.3. While warnings are often necessary, it isnt clear that they actually protect the manufacturers and sellers if a customer is injured.4. Its just the matter of the schedule, that is, if it is convenient of you right now.5. We are really glad to see you se constructive in helping settle the problems as regards the signing of the contract.得 分评分人. Writing Directions: Below is a note provided for you to make a letter of consultation. (5 marks for the format of letter, the body of the letter is 15 marks, 20 marks altogether)You are John Roberts, Marketing Director of ENB Co. You are going to write a letter to Damien Smith of WBC Co., 34, 23rd street, New York, NY 12009, USA. about the falling of the sales. Your address is ENB Co., 3 Guangzhou Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. The writing time is Jan. 12th, 2007.Your letter should include the following items:1. Concerned that the sales in recent months have fallen2. Ask about whether they are facing difficulties3. Offer help4. Ask for a detailed report on the situation5. Ask for suggestions as to how to help in restoring sales2009年5月三级涉外秘书资格考试英语真题AListening Test【注意:本试卷听力部分录音在“秘书英语听力录音三级05”中】 . Directions: Listen to the text about the meeting and choose the best answers for the questions. (5 questions, 2 marks for each question, 10 marks) 1. The saying probably take place_. (A) in the meeting room (B) at restaurant (C) in the opening ceremony of company (D) in the office 2. Who should have presided over the meeting? _. (A) The man (B) Mr. Hampton (C) Susan (D) Mr. Smith 3. Why will Susan make notes?_. (A) Company will keep it (B) Mr. Hampton well get some information (C) Everyone will get a copy (D) The decision well be announced 4. Everyone will be allowed _to speak. (A) 15 minutes (B) at least 15 minutes (C) 5 minutes (D) no more than 50 minutes 5. Which following statement is right? _. (A) Only Mr. Smith will speak (B) Someone will speak (C) Everyone except Mr. Smith will speak (D) Everyone will speak . Directions: Listen to the dialogue and tell whether the following statements are True or False. Writ T for True and F for False in the brackets. (5 questions, 2 marks each question. 10 marks altogether)1. The prices are given with agreement. 2. The man thinks the prices are too high. 3. The woman thinks that the cost of production has been raising in recent years. 4. The man will decide to order based on prices. 5. The man hopes that the prices can be reduced by 3 percent. B. written test . Vocabulary and structure Directions: For each of the following blanks, four choices are given. Choose the most appropriate one (1 mark each question, 20 questions, 20marks altogether) 1. The actual cost of the building was much higher than our original_. (A) consideration (B) judgment (C) estimate (D) plan 2. The girls had so _ in common that they soon became good friends. (A) little (B) few (C) much (D) many 3. Whats the matter with Harry? I dont know, but he looks _ this difficult math problem. (A) that (B) so that (C) as (D) as if 4. The boy spent half an hour _ this difficult math problem. (A) having worked on (B) to work on (C) on work (D) working on 10. The real trouble _ their lack of confidence in their abilities. (A) lies in (B) lies on (C) results in (D)leads to 11. Many old age pensioners have no other source of income and pension levels are not adequate_. (A) living on (B) to live on it (C) to live on (D) living on it 12. This popular sports car is now being _ at the rate of a thousand a week. (A) turned down (B) turned out (C) turned up (D) turned on 13. By then our experiment had reached _ stage. (A) a profound (B) a best (C) a future (D) a vital 15. Vicky, one of my doctoral students, had her dissertation _ as soon as she finished _