基本信息
Part C Dictation
Directions in this part of the test, you are required to write out the missing parts of the passage. Youll hear the passage read three times. The first reading is for you to understand he meaning. In the second reading, there will be a pause before the sentence to be dictated. One minute is given for you to write down each sentence. The third reading is for you to check your work.. Write your answer on the Answer Sheet.
(23) . The obvious way to help in this situation is to supply the information that is missing and help them make sense of what is going on. (24) . You must use every opportunity to provide information but remember to keep it simple and straightforward.
(25) , for example, about going out to his or her old employment or visiting a dead relative, correct in a calm matter-of –fact fashion: “ No, you don’t work in the office any more. You’re retired now. Will you come and help me with the dishes?
SECTION II READING
Part A Reading Comprehension
Directions In this part of the test, you will read three passages. For each passage, there are five questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage youve just read. Blacken the letter corresponding to your answer on the Answer Sheet.
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The competition among producers of personal computers is essentially a race to get the best, most innovative products to the marketplace. Marketers in this environment frequently have to make a judgment as to their competitors role when making marketing strategy decisions. If major competitors are changing their products, then a marketer may want to follow suit to remain competitive. Apple Computer Inc. has introduced two new, faster personal computers, the Mackintosh II and Mackintosh SE, in anticipation of the introduction of a new PC by IBM, one of Apples major competitors.