1、托业-56 及答案解析(总分：100.03，做题时间：90 分钟)（分数：8.00）(1).On what date was Mr. Jackson“s meeting with Ms. Turner originally scheduled?（分数：4.00）A.May 5.B.May 6.C.May 9.D.May 10.(2).What was Ms. Turner asked to do?（分数：4.00）A.Attend an emergency meeting.B.Finish the advertising budget.C.Go to head office in Concor
2、d.D.Make train reservations.To: All Employees Date: March 21st Subject: Intranet Dear employees, To manage our information well and improve the way we communicate in our company, we are making fundamental changes in our communication system. As you know, the intranet is one of the most valuable asse
3、ts for any large organization. Starting on April 1st, our company will be using the Intranet. All of the employees should make their own ID and password (at least 6 digits), and report them to their supervisor by March 25. You may change your ID or password after the system is completely installed.
4、If you have any problems or concerns, please contact Mr. Lyle Baker. The instruction materials will be distributed to each department by tomorrow. We hope this new intranet system helps our employees do their jobs better and more efficiently. Thank you. Nicholas King President（分数：8.00）(1).What are t
5、he employees asked to do?（分数：4.00）A.Install new software programs.B.Read instruction materials.C.Create their own ID and password.D.Purchase a computer by April 1st.(2).What is indicated in the memo?（分数：4.00）A.The intranet will be used from March 25.B.The password should not consist of more than 6 d
6、igits.C.Employees should notify Mr. King of ID and password by April 1st.D.The instruction materials will be distributed by March 22.Make Your Dream Come True with Acme GroupEven though you have a great idea for a new business, starting your own business is not a simple process. Finding a product or
7、 service that is underserved is probably not that difficult, but it involves a significant amount of researches. Chances are that the product or service is not the latest “hot“ trend. That niche has already been filled. If you are lucky, the niche you find could be the next hot trend. You have to st
8、art a business that you like and are interested in. If you start a business that you really don“t have any interests in just because you think it will be profitable, you will fail. You have to have a high level of interest in order to work hard at something every day. Above all, you cannot do everyt
9、hing all alone. You need the advice of many experts on from obtaining a loan to navigating business law and regulations. The Acme Group provides the resources you need to turn your dream into a successful business. Our experienced staff work with you to develop a customized plan for getting your bus
10、iness off the ground. We guarantee your business will be much easier with our experts. Our experts offer the followings: Individual consultation Develop business plans Technical assistance Workshops on a variety of topics It“s time to take action toward making your business idea a reality. Call 368-
11、6565-8758, between 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, to set up a free one-hour consultation! For descriptions or registration for seminars and workshop at our office, please visit www. .（分数：8.01）(1).For whom is the advertisement intended?（分数：2.67）A.People with experience in consulting.B.Peopl
12、e interested in starting a business.C.People who offer software training.D.People applying to work at Acme Group.(2).Why are people instructed to call the Acme Group?（分数：2.67）A.To schedule an appointment.B.To request a document.C.To apply for a job.D.To sign up for a seminar.(3).According to the adv
13、ertisement, what can be found on the Acme Web site?（分数：2.67）A.Procedures on obtaining a loan.B.Directions to the company“s office.C.Staff members“ contact information.D.Information about learning opportunities.Net PowerBy Haper MorrisNetworking is a powerful way of building professional relationship
14、s and generating new business opportunities. The more relationships you build, the more you increase your referral network, the more you bolster your reputation, and the more you improve the quality of your client base. In fact, just one relationship can provide a vast source of referrals and substa
15、ntial amount of income. This is the principle behind Net Power, a premier business organization that makes for an excellent networking opportunity. Its members build supportive business relationships and exchange referrals, ideas, and advice on various business topics. Net Power saves start-up compa
16、nies the time, money, and energy by connecting them quickly and easily with the right professionals who can best help them in their business. For more details on the network of business partners, visit .（分数：8.00）(1).Where most likely can this article be found?（分数：4.00）A.In a computer manual.B.In a t
17、ransportation guide.C.In a business magazine.D.In a travel guidebook.(2).What are people advised to do to get more information on networking?（分数：4.00）A.Contact the computer manufacturer.B.Stop by the newspaper company.C.Refer to the computer manual.D.Log onto the Web site.Notice of company team-buil
18、ding activityOn Friday, October 15, we will be devoting the whole day to team-building activities at our training center in Surrey City. These annual activities are designed to foster among the staff the following skills: flexibility, innovation, creativity, and teamwork. It is mandatory for every e
19、mployee to attend. 1. The company bus will leave at exactly 6 a.m. (Leave your car at home). 2. Wear casual and sports clothing. 3. Assembly will be at the conference room. The events will be held in the following order: 07:00 Preparation exercise 13:30 Treasure hunting 07:40 Jogging (4km) 14:30 Tug
20、-of-war 08:30 Breakfast* 16:00 Raft building 09:30 Group discussion 18:00 Dinner* 11:30 Lunch * NOTE *Breakfast will be served at the cafeteria. * Lunch Boxes will be provided to every member. * Dinner will be served at the hotel.（分数：8.01）(1).What is NOT mentioned about the event?（分数：2.67）A.All empl
21、oyees must attend the event.B.The event will be held on October 15.C.The event will take place in the training center.D.The employees are advised to bring lunch boxes.(2).What is NOT mentioned as a purpose of the event?（分数：2.67）A.Innovation.B.Loyalty.C.Teamwork.D.Flexibility.(3).What are the employe
22、es encouraged to do?（分数：2.67）A.Bring their own vehicle.B.Attend the event every month.C.Wear comfortable clothing.D.Have dinner at the cafeteria.Royal Credit Card CompanyThe Royal Credit Card Company is proud to announce that it has been chosen as the principal sponsor of this year“s “Season of the
23、Love and Faith“, the year-round series of performances of Janet Moore“s best-loved plays. Each month, from January to December, a play will be featured, starting with “Touched by an Angel,“ “Missing You“ and “Adversity“ and ending with “My Lovely Lady“ “The Taming of the Dragon“ and “Untouchable Dre
24、am.“ There will be a total of 24 performances during weekends each month. The company is offering generous discounts to all of its personnel to give them and their families the fullest opportunity to enjoy this rarest of cultural offerings. The purchase of a non-refundable, half-season subscription
25、will entitle them to a twenty percent discount, and of a full-season subscription, to a forty percent discount. Subscriptions may be paid through deferred salary deductions. Ticket sales start on June 30. Early reservations are encouraged to guarantee employees and their families good theater seats.
26、（分数：8.00）(1).Who will be getting discounts to the performances?（分数：2.00）A.Clients of the company.B.Company employees.C.Affiliates of the company.D.Company stockholders.(2).How much of a discount can people get with a full-season subscription?（分数：2.00）A.20 percent.B.24 percent.C.30 percent.D.40 perce
27、nt.(3).What are people encouraged to do?（分数：2.00）A.Apply for a credit card.B.Purchase tickets online.C.Make reservation in advance.D.Meet Janet Moors personally.(4).What is suggested about tickets?（分数：2.00）A.They will be sold from the end of June.B.All of the tickets are not refundable.C.All ticket
28、holders can get a discount in December.D.They must be purchased with cash only.Japan“s Number Five Travel Companyby Takako MakinoSapporo-In its October edition, National Travel Magazine rated the Sapporo-based the Narita Travel Company at number five on its list of Top Ten Travel Companies in Japan
29、for the new year. According to National Travel Magazine, the Narita Travel made the list because it demonstrated a strong commitment to offer tour participants a rewarding and memorable experience. From camping near quiet lakes, climbing mountains, and skiing to walking forest, and dog sledding, Nar
30、ita Travel has developed fun-filled activities for a variety of outdoor adventures. The owner of Narita Travel, Yoko Sato, was delighted to find out that her company had made the list. In a statement the company released yesterday, she said, “We are honored to be recognized as one of the preeminent
31、travel companies in the country, alongside the popular companies like Osaka Travel and Tokyo Travel, that have been in the eco adventure business much longer than we have.“（分数：8.01）(1).Why was the Narita Travel Company selected by National Travel Magazine?（分数：2.67）A.It offers more outdoor activities
32、 than other travel companies.B.It designs trips that participants are likely to remember for a long time.C.It is one of the most popular travel companies in the country.D.It is more committed to the environment than its competitors.(2).What is NOT indicated about the Narita Travel Company?（分数：2.67）A
33、.It is based in Sapporo.B.It offers camping near peaceful lakes.C.Its owner is Yoko Sato.D.Its trips are expensive.(3).What is suggested about Osaka Travel?（分数：2.67）A.It takes travelers to destinations outside Japan.B.It is not a brand new company.C.It does not offer outdoor activities.D.It is not a
34、s popular as the Narita Travel Company.（分数：8.00）(1).What is the purpose of the e-mail?（分数：2.00）A.To notify employees of a successful merger.B.To report the company“s record sales.C.To announce a change in business plans.D.To introduce a new company lawyer to board members.(2).According to the e-mail
35、, why was a merger proposed?（分数：2.00）A.To improve Hartford“s productivity.B.To benefit from new technology of Greenleaf Company.C.To take advantage of Greenleaf“s facilities.D.To receive more grants from the local government.(3).What type of business is the Hartford“s Company?（分数：2.00）A.A law firm.B
36、.A shipping company.C.A semiconductor producer.D.A financial institution.(4).When will Woody Coleman answer questions about the merger?（分数：2.00）A.On May 22.B.On May 23.C.On May 24.D.On May 25.Ear Discomfort When FlyingBy Robert JamesIt is quite widespread to respond passengers“ complaints of ear dis
37、comfort when flying or right away after takeoff. Most complaints arise in the time of takeoff or landing. The air pressure inside the passenger cabin may cause your ears to pop. This could lead, at landing or takeoff, to temporary hearing loss or simply ear discomfort. These side effects usually las
38、t only while you are flying and, after a short time, should get back to what is normal for you. They result from a difference between air pressure in the part of your ear called the “middle ear“ and the atmospheric pressure of the plane. You can do a number of things to reduce the effects of flying
39、on hearing. Yawn, chew gum, or suck on a hard candy. Keep swallowing, using a glass of water or another drink, but not alcohol. Do this regularly, every 15 to 30 seconds as necessary. Some people have reported that earplugs also help but, so far, there has been no medical study to prove that earplug
40、s really help. You are going to benefit from postponing your flight in the event you are suffering from either infected ears or sinuses, allergies or from the feeling of a stuffed up head. If you have to travel, ask your family doctor or local pharmacist for advice and about decongestants you can us
41、e. Many doctors recommend that you use a decongestant spray about 20 minutes before you fly. It is important not to use the spray for more than five days continuously.（分数：8.00）(1).What is the subject of the article?（分数：1.60）A.The side effects of some medicines.B.The causes of hearing loss.C.The func
42、tion of the ears.D.The effects of flying on hearing.(2).According to the article, what causes ear discomfort while flying?（分数：1.60）A.A change in air pressure.B.A change in drinks.C.A change in plane speed.D.A change in temperature.(3).What is NOT suggested for reducing the effects of ear discomfort?
43、（分数：1.60）A.Take plenty of fluids.B.Chew gum during the flight.C.Yawn occasionally.D.Drink a little wine.(4).What are the people with infected ears advised to do?（分数：1.60）A.Use earplugs.B.Eat a hard sweet.C.Travel another day.D.Ask for help from cabin crews.(5).The word “takeoff“ in paragraph 1, line
44、 2, is closest in meaning to（分数：1.60）A.landing.B.departure.C.arrival.D.removal.（分数：7.00）(1).What is stated about the apartment in Woodhill?（分数：1.40）A.It has a new owner.B.It should be emptied by February 28.C.It is close to public transportation.D.It includes heat in the monthly rent.(2).What is NOT
45、 suggested about the apartment?（分数：1.40）A.It has some new appliances.B.It has many windows.C.It can be viewed online.D.It can be leased for a short time.(3).What is indicated about Ms. Long?（分数：1.40）A.She wants to look at the apartment before March 1st.B.She would like to replace the kitchen stove.C
46、.She will be out of town after the open house.D.She is moving to Woodhill before March 1st.(4).Who most likely is Mr. Williams?（分数：1.40）A.A resident of E-Dream Apartments.B.A real estate agent in Woodhill.C.A friend of Ms. Long.D.A coworker at Ms. Long“s company.(5).How will Mr. Williams most likely
47、 respond to Ms. Long“s e-mail?（分数：1.40）A.By confirming receipt of his rental application.B.By taking additional photographs of the apartment.C.By returning her telephone call.D.By sending her directions to E-Dream Apartments.Home & Office Furniture25 Parker Road, West Town 25674April 20 Dear Mr. Cam
48、pbell, Thanks for visiting my office this morning. I watched the DVD you gave me about your company“s service and it was very impressive, and I“d like to open an account with your company if some conditions are met between us. As I mentioned, I have had a few problems recently with our products bein
49、g damaged during shipment, and I am not certain that I want to continue using TPS Express to deliver merchandise to my customers. Enclosed please find a detailed description of our shipping needs. The most important thing is that I must be able to continue providing my customers with an option to receive the next-day delivery of merchandise at a resonable price. I“d like to know what time of day I need to have merchandise ready to be picked up for shipping. Currently I must have it ready for pickup by 2:00 p.m. Please let me know as soon as possible sin
