中国工商银行招聘考试题（英语能力测试卷）及答案解析（二）-16.doc

B卷 英语能力测试（45分钟）Part 5 + Part 6: finish within 23 minutes24101. Raymond and Howell proposed job cuts following a two-year decline in sales _. (a) figures(b) actions(c) employers(d) information102. In the past three years, our marketing manager _ to Europe, Australia, Brazil and Thailand. (a) had gone(b) has been(c) gone(d) went103. _ moving to a northern climate, be sure to properly winterize your automobile. (a) gives(b) given(c) giving(d) is giving104. An increase in a nations rate of savings ultimately _ to lower interest rates for business and consumer loans. (a) lead(b) leads(c) leader(d) leading105. We need to get _ paperwork from him before the end of the fiscal year. (a) him(b) himself(c) he(d) his106. Any information _ about the revised holiday work schedule can be obtained from Ms. Zeldenrust in Human Resources. (a) volunteered(b) needed(c) donated(d) called107. Ever since the drivers strike started, citywide buses have been _ running thirty minutes to one hour late. (a) finally(b) constantly(c) concurrently(d) very108. More than 6.55 million workers are _ in the manufacturing industry, according to government data. (a) employed(b) employer(c) employing(d) employment109. Fair Oaks Transit trains were back on schedule Monday after a mudslide disrupted last Friday mornings _. (a) section(b) commute(c) tracking(d) beginning110. Sams Steakhouse is _ better than famous national chains with larger advertising budgets. (a) argue(b) arguing(c) argument(d) arguably111. _ Daily Dogs targets its advertising campaign to pet owners, it could be headed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. (a) Until(b) Unless(c) Whereas(d) Except112. Mocha Monkeys Coffee _ very quickly because of its cheap prices and unique drinks. (a) expands(b) are expanding(c) is expanding(d) to expand113. Notice: The meeting _ for today has been postponed until Thursday at 4 P.M. (a) scheduled(b) happening(c) important(d) open114. The new computer chips will _ be delayed because the hurricane on the East Coast has disrupted air traffic. (a) probability(b) probably(c) probable(d) probe115. We would like to thank the Elog Foundation for its generous _ to our charity fundraiser. (a) donor(b) donate(c) donated(d) donation116. After carefully _ the bid packages from each vendor, we have decided to award the contract to Thomas Cullen. (a) considered(b) considering(c) considerate(d) consideration117. Economists predict a _ in housing prices due to the recent reduction in unemployment. (a) development(b) growth(c) rise(d) lift118. Changes in American eating _ over the last twenty years are blamed for a variety of health problems. (a) meals(b) habits(c) dishes(d) restaurants119. The Holden Complex _ has vacancies despite its high rent, inconvenient location and large annual maintenance fee. (a) unusually(b) rarely(c) frequently(d) assuredly120. Be informed that this medication is for temporary relief of symptoms, and is not intended _ your annual immunization shot. (a) replaced(b) replace(c) to replace(d) replacing121. The Healthcare community was shocked _ Ricardo Peters resignation after only one year as president of Healthcorps. (a) in(b) up(c) of(d) by122. Alanis bought renters insurance to _ her personal belongings while living in an apartment. (a) protect(b) protector(c) protection(d) protective123. The personnel department requires that all _ be interviewed at least three times before a hiring decision is made. (a) applications(b) applicants(c) appliances(d) applicator124. During office remodeling there will be _ interruptions to ADSL, copier and fax machine service. (a) usual(b) often(c) frequent(d) little125. Kindly _ your colleagues to tip the waitress at least 15 percent. (a) remind(b) remember(c) order(d) command126. It is probably safe to say that of all the board members, Mr. Cain has the most _. (a) result(b) effect(c) influence(d) conclusion127. Sales of new homes this month are down 2% from last month, _ 6% from a year ago. (a) too(b) and(c) as well(d) along with 128. Since Dawson Creek Fashion was late getting its new styles on the market, there was not _ opportunity to meet pre-Christmas sales projections. (a) many(b) little(c) much(d) big129. The CEO of Star Records announced plans for aggressive expansion, saying the company will purchase _ new properties in the next two years. (a) many(b) little(c) much(d) any130. Human resources workers serve a vital _ in screening qualified candidates for the companys managerial positions. (a) play(b) function(c) skill(d) piece131. In a 20-minute address to computer science students, the CEO of Electro-lite discussed the availability of technology jobs in todays job _. (a) market(b) maximum(c) document(d) department132. The meteorologist on Channel 2 said that he was _ certain that the cold front will result in snow tomorrow.(a) reasoning(b) reason(c) reasonable(d) reasonably133. Ms. Benihana is knowledgeable in several disciplines, but especially biomedical engineering is her area of _. (a) expert(b) expertise(c) experts(d) expertness134. The chairperson of Walter Bros. announced that this years annual bonuses will be _ to company employees on Friday. (a) awarded(b) transacted(c) published(d) discarded135. All international orders are _ via Global Express Mail within five to ten business days. (a) spent(b) enrolled(c) collected(d) delivered136. Most shareholders still fail _ both the immediate impacts and future implications of corporate mergers and takeover bids. (a) understood(b) understanding(c) to understand(d) have understood137. _ all forms of advertising, research shows that direct mail reaches the greatest number of people at the lowest cost. (a) Through(b) In(c) Between(d) Of138. In order to compete for a shrinking pool of qualified programmers, companies that are _ conservative are now offering flextime and work-from-home options. (a) sometimes(b) always(c) infrequently(d) otherwise139. The sales representative suggested an initial meeting to discuss the proposal as soon as the beta product is ready, _ that might be. (a) no matter(b) which(c) whenever(d) what140. Mr. Carter got _ in trouble by failing to acknowledge his secretarys birthday. (a) he(b) himself(c) him(d) hisQuestions 141-143 refer to the following letter.Memory Map Gameby Riven Learning Co.DescriptionFor 1-6 players, 5-11 years oldChildren can _ their observation and memorization skills with this puzzle that features a colorful picture map of a city. 141. (a) cause(b) study(c) practice(d) manufactureTo begin the game, children must place the 125 picture cards faced down. Each player then draws a picture card, turns it over, and waits for their turn to _ the picture card to the map. 142. (a) add(b) addition (c) additive(d) additionally_ a player cannot find where their picture card goes on the map, they must pick up another picture card.143. (a) If(b) So(c) And(d) BecauseThe first player to get rid of all their picture cards wins the game.Price $21.99Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter.Dear Arcish Furniture,I recently purchased a leather sofa from your outlet. The sales representative, Maureen, _ me to purchase the 10-year warranty. I was told that if my furniture was accidentally damaged, even by a pet, the store would repair it at no cost to me.144. (a) persuasion(b) persuasive(c) persuading(d) persuadedLast week, my cat scratched the sofa, leaving three deep marks in the leather. The marks are clearly visible from a distance. I was surprised to learn from the manager that the 10-year _ does not cover damage done by household pets when I was informed otherwise.145. (a) stock(b) service(c) warranty(d) insuranceI have reviewed the fine print on the contract, and I can see that pet damage is not covered. However, this is not what Maureen told me when I bought the sofa. I feel I was _ about the terms of the warranty. I accept responsibility for not reading the full contract, but I trusted that I was being given all the facts.146. (a) misrepresented (b) misspelled(c) misled(d) mistakenI would like Arcish Furniture to fix my couch. I await your response.Sincerely,Marcel BouleQuestions 147-149 refer to the following letter.Tampa Daily News - Available in Print and OnlineThe Tampa Daily News has two versions of its printed newspaper available online.One version _ the printed edition, including the editorial and news pages.147. (a) is the same(b) has the same(c) is the same as(d) as has the sameThis is available at http:/www.tampanews.com. The other _ is a special online edition that includes additional sports, lifestyle, and real estate pages.148. (a) version (b) section (c) article (d) reporterThe electronic edition _ has a complete classified section as well as up-to-date movie listings.149. (a) too(b) and(c) plus(d) alsoThe electronic edition is available at http:/www.tampanews.com/electronicnews. Subscriptions to the printed version of the newspaper are available at http:/www.tampanews.com/subscribe.Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter.NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEESThe following changes will be effective as of Monday.First of all, the dress code is changing slightly. You may still wear the _ black pants and skirts as before along with the company shirt.150. (a) pair(b) same(c) kind(d) bothHowever, employees are no longer allowed to wear shoes with heels higher than two inches.Secondly, we are implementing a new marketing promotion. From now on, when customers come through your register lineup, you should _ ask them if they would like to provide an e-mail address.151. (a) always(b) seldom(c) never(d) rarelyThis will register them to receive notification of upcoming specials.Finally, _ we are switching to a new coupon-based system, we will be discontinuing the use of customer reward cards. Reassure customers that they can redeem points until the end of the year. Explain to customers that the coupon system will provide greater savings.152. (a) although (b) unless (c) so (d) becauseIf a customer has any further questions, please refer him or her to the manager on duty.Thank you for your hard work in recent weeks. Sincerely,Greg.Part 7 : finish within 22 minutesWhats an Apprentice?As everyone knows, opportunities in the skilled trades are set to explode in the next five to ten years.Many skilled trades train workers through apprenticeships - new workers spend up to 80% of their days learning on the job, and only 20% in the classroom. This is accomplished through being paired with an expert in the trade who will guide the apprentice through their learning process.Many countries have developed special ”pre-apprenticeship” secondary school programs. If you are in high school, by participating in these programs you can learn job skills and earn credits towards your apprenticeship before you even graduate. Apprenticeships range from auto mechanics to cabinetmaking, construction, and pastry making153. What is an apprentice according to this article?(a) Anyone who spends 20% of his or her time inside a classroom(b) An expert in a skilled trade who spends 80% of his or her time on the job(c) Any high school student who is learning job skills(d) A new worker matched with an expert to learn a skilled trade154. How can high school students earn credits towards their apprenticeships?(a) By making matches with an expert in a skilled trade(b) By taking part in a pre-apprenticeship program(c) By interviewing auto mechanics or pastry makers(d) By spending only 20% of their time in classFrom: Mary Unger m_ungerpdc.comTo: Tina Barkley t_barkleypdc.comSubject: PresentationSent: May 4, 10:20:07 A.M.Dear Tina,I wanted to get back to you about the presentation on Thursday. As of now, 23 people have responded. I expect a few more people to show up at the last minute.Were still planning on holding the lecture in room 240B. Ill make sure we have at least 30 chairs set up. I was also planning to make photocopies of my presentation slides in case anyone would like a copy.Sincerely,Mary UngerOutreach DirectorPayton Daniels Corporation155. What does Tina Barkley find out regarding the presentation?(a) Her presentation will be videotaped.(b) A colleague will not be able to attend.(c) Her presentation is the first one scheduled.(d) Twenty-three people have said they will attend.156. What does Mary Unger say she will do? (a) Set up the equipment by herself(b) Arrive 30 minutes early on Thursday(c) Make copies of her presentation materials(d) E-mail the presentation schedule later that day.Item Number 21169Versatile Sports CoatMade from lightweight wool, this versatile coat can be dressed up with a dress shirt and pair of slacks, or dressed down with a t-shirt and jeans. It is impeccably tailored with a perfect drape. Small shoulder pads, full polyester lining, and inside pocket, make this a durable and great looking coat. Other details include: two-button front, lined chest pocket, and reinforced hip pockets. 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