1、托业-57 及答案解析(总分：100.03，做题时间：90 分钟)Madison Children Book FestivalMadison Square ParkMay 5-7, 10 A.M.-5 P.M.In conjunction with our local teachers“ initiative to improve the percentage of fourth-grade students reading at or above grade level, we have assembled a team to plan a book festival for Madison
2、 City. We believe we“ve created an event that, while appealing to both adults and children, will promote literacy and encourage a life-long love of reading by bringing famous authors, publishers and illustrators together with the people of Madison City. Special guests this year include: Elizabeth Ha
3、rris: movie star and author of Dinosaur Robot Sun-Hee Lee: author of Flower Castle Courtney Bell: author of Happy Land and other bed-time stories Daniel Foster: author of the Chronicle of the Airplanes from 1900s The festival is free and open to public. For complete schedule of events, visit our web
4、 site, www. .（分数：8.00）(1).What is indicated about the book festival?（分数：4.00）A.It is held for two days.B.It is held at the Madison Elementary School Library.C.It is offered by invitation only.D.It is intended for children and adults.(2).Who most likely will discuss a historical topic?（分数：4.00）A.Eliz
5、abeth HarrisB.Sun-Hee LeeC.Courtney BeltD.Daniel Foster（分数：8.00）(1).According to the e-mail, what does Mr. Collins want to do?（分数：4.00）A.Change the location of an eventB.Reschedule a meeting with Ms. ParkC.Purchase plane tickets to SeoulD.Visit a plant in Osaka(2).When were Mr. Collins and his staff
6、 originally scheduled to meet with Mr. Yoshinori?（分数：4.00）A.On July 3B.On July 4C.On July 5D.On July 6The Lansing Art SocietyOur Lansing Art Society membership programme offers an introduction to some of the most exciting artists and exhibitions in the region and beyond. Member Benefits: For an annu
7、al subscription of $50 ($25 for students), you will receive a range of benefits: 1. An ongoing program of evening and weekend events, to which you are invited to bring a guest, including: artists“ talks studio visits curator-led exhibition tours private collection visits 20% discounted tickets for g
8、uests talks on emerging trends in contemporary practice and collecting 2. Admission fees are waived to members for our associated local galleries and museums. 3. Discounts on courses, publications and other promotional offers and also receive special discounts on parking. To join, visit the membersh
9、ip window next to our gift shop or download a membership application form from our web site at www.lansingartsociety.org.（分数：8.00）(1).What is the purpose of the advertisement?（分数：4.00）A.To introduce a new exhibitionB.To announce a promotionC.To encourage membershipD.To introduce new members(2).What
10、kind of promotion is NOT offered?（分数：4.00）A.Discounts on parkingB.Gift shop couponC.Discounted tickets for guestsD.Free admission to partner institutions（分数：8.00）(1).What is the purpose of the information?（分数：2.00）A.To announce the grand opening of the restaurantB.To describe the quality of the rest
11、aurantC.To promote the special events that will be held in the restaurantD.To summarize the business plan of the restaurant(2).What is NOT indicated in the information?（分数：2.00）A.The dining room has recently been renovated.B.The restaurant received an award.C.The desserts are heavy but inexpensive.D
12、.The decoration is a bit outdated.(3).Who is Mr. Henderson?（分数：2.00）A.A food criticB.A head chefC.A restaurant ownerD.A restaurant decorator(4).What is NOT true about the restaurant?（分数：2.00）A.It is located on the mountain.B.It opened 3 years ago.C.Its service earned the highest rating.D.The main me
13、nu is somewhat expensive.Keep Your Chin Up!By Charlie AdamsMay 26, Vulcan City-More than a thousand summer job-seekers are expected to attend the sixth annual Vulcan City summer job fair to be held in the Vulcan City Convention Center. The fair is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. tomorrow. Last year,
14、 1,500 job-seekers attended the fair, which is co-sponsored by local companies and Vulcan City Chamber of Commerce. Applicants expect to fill more than 500 seasonal job openings. About 80 employers will be represented at this year“s job fair. They will be searching for workers for Vulcan City“s tour
15、ism and hospitality industries. Howard Barns will pack 40 resumes and put on a bright grey suit. He will go there and look for work at a job fair. Mr. Barns graduated from college last year, but he still cannot find a suitable job. Even so, he is optimistic. “I think I will meet a good employer tomo
16、rrow,“ said Mr. Barns, who lives in Vulcan City, “You know, I am young, and I don“t have to worry so much about my future. I think things will be better tomorrow.“ The state“s unemployment rate, while still high at 6.5 percent as of March, is dropping and surveys show that confidence in the economy
17、is growing. That“s right! Someone says “Worry is pulling tomorrow“s clouds over today“s sunshines.“ Keep your chin up!（分数：8.01）(1).What is NOT mentioned about the job fair?（分数：2.67）A.It will be held on May 27.B.It will last for 1 day.C.It takes place every year.D.It will be held in a Vulcan college.
18、(2).How many companies are expected to participate in the job fair?（分数：2.67）A.40B.80C.500D.1,500(3).What is stated in the article?（分数：2.67）A.Vulcan City has many tourist hotels.B.Mr. Barns is one of the interviewers at the job fair.C.The state“s unemployment rate is decreasing.D.Many hospitals parti
19、cipate in the job fair.Ryan Miller, General Manager, Lexington Computer, Inc. Date: May 15th Dear Mr. Miller, It is with immense pleasure to congratulate you on the successful completion of 20 years in the company. We are going to give you a party this evening in the office. We hope that you will at
20、tend our small party for you to make this moment memorable for us. I know it is hard to achieve such a thing for anyone, but it is your hard work dedication and passion that enabled you to achieve such a milestone. I hope that you will continue to achieve such milestones in future as well. You have
21、been an inspiration to us. I once again congratulate you on your achievement. Sincerely, Richard Henderson Assistant Manager（分数：8.01）(1).What is one of the purposes of the letter?（分数：2.67）A.To congratulate Mr. Henderson for retiringB.To invite Mr. Miller to a celebration partyC.To notify employees o
22、f Mr. Miller“s promotionD.To confirm Mr. Miller“s transfer request(2).In the letter the word “immense“ in paragraph 1, line 1 is closest in meaning to（分数：2.67）A.immediateB.amountC.bigD.immature(3).According to the letter, what is NOT indicated about Mr. Miller?（分数：2.67）A.He works at a computer compa
23、ny.B.He joined the company 20 years ago.C.He has been dedicated to his company.D.He is one of the founding members.（分数：8.01）(1).What is implied about Harrison Textile Company?（分数：2.67）A.It hired the Jacob Morgan Company to provide advice about its performance.B.It worked with the Jacob Morgan Compan
24、y on its latest marketing campaign.C.It is a division of the Jacob Morgan Company.D.It is planning to merge with Jacob Morgan Company.(2).According to the e-mail, why might Harrison Textile Company change its web site?（分数：2.67）A.To add information about new equipmentB.To allow customers to use servi
25、ce onlineC.To provide more links to other global companiesD.To make it easier for customers to learn about its new products(3).What does Mr. Edwards ask the managers to do?（分数：2.67）A.Tell him when they can give their input to himB.Provide their assembly line workers with the copies of the reportC.Ta
26、ke time to read the report thoroughlyD.Find out why customers complained about outdated equipmentJimmy Hill Main Street 563 Austin, Texas 02534 Date: July 20 Dear Mr. Hill, We are appreciative of your interest in our products. If you visit our Web site, you will see many favorable product reviews. I
27、 have enclosed our company catalog showing our entire line of products. We designed the Top Everest line to be the most elegant luggage you can find anywhere in the world. Some of our customers want the luggage to be as compact and lightweight as possible, so we asked our designers to do just that.
28、You simply cannot find a more compact and lightweight luggage than ours. In addition, most of our customers want the luggage to be the toughest and most durable, so we chose the toughest and most durable materials for the Everest line and subjected our prototypes to the most severe and punishing tor
29、ture tests we have ever devised. We had them run over by steamrollers. We also had trucks run over them. Only a few prototypes survived these grueling tests. We retrieved only those that survived the tests, finalized their design, and put them into production. You can count on our products. If you w
30、ant to purchase our products in bulk, we will give you a 10% discount. I am sure your store will make more profits than ever. On July 25 I need to go on a business trip in Texas. I can drop by your store to meet with you and discuss our products in detail. If we can be of further service, or if you
31、need to get more information, please call us at 356-589-6987 at any time. We value your business and want to help any way we can. Robin Miller Top Everest（分数：8.00）(1).What does Mr. Hill sell in his store?（分数：2.00）A.SteamrollersB.VehiclesC.BaggageD.Catalogs(2).What is NOT mentioned as an advantage of
32、 the product?（分数：2.00）A.It is durable.B.It is not heavy.C.It is elegantly designed.D.It can be purchased exclusively in Texas.(3).How can Mr. Hill receive a price reduction?（分数：2.00）A.He should order before July 25.B.He should place an order online.C.He should purchase a large quantity of the produc
33、ts.D.He should visit Mr. Miller“s office personally.(4).When will Mr. Miller probably meet Mr. Hill?（分数：2.00）A.On July 20B.On July 21C.On July 24D.On July 25MTB AUTO SALES, LTD.OFFICE MEMODear all employees, Presentation skills and public speaking skills are very useful in many aspects of work. Effe
34、ctive presentations and public speaking skills are important in business, sales and selling, training. Presentations and public speaking skills are not limited to certain special people-anyone can give a good presentation, or perform public speaking to a professional and impressive standard. Like mo
35、st things, it simply takes a little preparation and practice. With this in mind, we will be holding a workshop titled “Improving Presentation Skills.“ The workshop will be facilitated by Phillip Moore, a professor at Ellington University. Mr. Moore will show how techniques commonly used by famous sp
36、eakers can enhance communication strategies in the boardroom, at client sites, and at professional conferences. The workshop attendees will also learn about the formats and purposes of presentations; for example, oral, multimedia (using various media-visuals, audio, etc), Power Point presentations,
37、short impromptu presentations, long planned presentations, and more. The workshop will be held on Friday, March 15, from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 RM. in the conference room 1020 (the 10th floor) at the large conference center next to the Empire Hotel. To register, call extension 698 and leave a voice mail
38、 with your name and employee number. Only the first fifteen employees who call will be offered a place, so act quickly if your are interested. Victoria Adams Human Resources Manager（分数：8.00）(1).What will workshop participants most likely learn?（分数：1.60）A.How to communicate effectively by e-mailB.How
39、 to improve relationships with clientsC.How to strengthen public speaking skillsD.How to audition for roles in theatrical productions(2).Where will the workshop probably take place?（分数：1.60）A.At a community centerB.At a hotelC.At a universityD.At a convention center(3).What does the memo imply about
40、 the workshop?（分数：1.60）A.It is the first in a series of planned workshops.B.It will probably be filled to capacity.C.It has been rescheduled from an earlier date.D.It will be led by two professors.(4).In the memo the word “impromptu“ in paragraph 3, line 3 is closest in meaning to（分数：1.60）A.importan
41、tB.detailedC.unpreparedD.deliberate(5).How can employees sign up for the event?（分数：1.60）A.By filling out the application formB.By visiting the conference centerC.By faxing the registration form to Ms. AdamsD.By leaving a voice message（分数：7.00）(1).What is the purpose of the first e-mail?（分数：1.40）A.To
42、 notify Mr. Russel of some schedule changeB.To propose edits to a travel guidebookC.To make a hotel arrangementD.To provide a timetable(2).What is indicated about Mr. Russel?（分数：1.40）A.He is collaborating on a project.B.He is purchasing a travel guide book.C.He is drafting a research proposal.D.He i
43、s attending a book fair.(3).When is Mr. Russel expected to leave West Town station?（分数：1.40）A.At 3:00 P.M.B.At 4:00 RM.C.At 4:30 RM.D.At 6:10 RM.(4).Who canceled a meeting with Mr. Russel?（分数：1.40）A.Thomas WoodB.Scott WestC.Hank WillisD.George Hoffman(5).According to the second e-mail, what does Mr.
44、 Price want to discuss with Mr. Russel?（分数：1.40）A.The royalty of a bookB.Travel attractionsC.Travel arrangementsD.The findings of a study（分数：7.00）(1).What is the purpose of the first e-mail?（分数：1.40）A.To ask Mr. Johnson to attend a book fairB.To explain a proposed projectC.To notify Mr. Johnson of a
45、 changed deadlineD.To confirm receipt of a payment(2).What is suggested about Business World Monthly?（分数：1.40）A.It pays its writers on a monthly basis.B.It holds an annual book fair for its readers.C.It has published several reviews written by Mr. Johnson.D.Its subscribers increased from the beginni
46、ng of January.(3).What is implied about the deadline?（分数：1.40）A.It marks the end of Mr. Johnson“s subscription.B.Mr. Richardson plans to extend it to February 2nd.C.It passed 5 days ago.D.It cannot be changed.(4).What is mentioned about Mr. Wu?（分数：1.40）A.He is one of the employees at Business World
47、Monthly.B.He has written articles concisely and precisely.C.He is one of Mr. Johnson“s acquaintances.D.He will receive his payment within 3 days.(5).What will Mr. Johnson receive in the near future?（分数：1.40）A.A copy of Mr. Wu“s bookB.A business contractC.A contact number of Mr. WuD.A writing sampleT
48、he Jasper Consulting Company Announces Open Staff PositionsRecently we have unexpected vacant positions within our company. Before we advertise these openings in the newspaper and on our Web site, the management has decided to offer our employees the opportunities to apply for these positions first.
49、 If any of our employees are interested in these positions, contact Austin Parker . Event Coordinators Corporate event coordinators organize and negotiate all aspects of events on behalf of the company including pricing, location, vendors and maintaining budgets for the event. A degree in Business Administration or Hospitality is required as well as five years of experience in event planning. Junior Accountant A college degree in accounting is a prerequisite for this position. Other desirable attributes include mathematical aptit
