1、12008 年商务英语(BEC)高级阅读模拟题Time：60 minutes.The Reading Test has six parts testing various reading skills.Part Input Task1 Five 90 word texts Matching sentences with texts2 450-500 word text Sentence level gap-filling3 500-600 word textMultiple-choice comprehension questions4 250 word textSingle word mul
2、tiple-choice gap-filling5 250 word text Single word gap-filling6 150-200 word textProof-reading: identifying extra wordsHow to succeed in your reading test?See some tips on page 57 of your student book.Part OneExercise One1 This book provides many real life examples of business practice in a number
3、of organizations.22 An earlier version of this book was very successful.3 Some of the material in this book has been presented in an audio-visual format.4 Reading this book might save you from an embarrassing misunderstanding.5 Managers could find practical ideas related to manufacturing in this boo
4、k.6 No previous book has covered the range of material included in this one.7 Personnel managers might recommend this book to their trainees.8 This book is written in an entertaining style.（A ） CASE STUDIES IN ORGANISATIONALBEHAVIOUREds. Derek Fawcett and Alan SparrowThis book draws on a variety of
5、genuine cases, setting both European and global contexts. It includes contributions from many business managers to ensure an accurate picture of practical approaches to the subject.Suitable both for practicing managers and for teachers of management students, Case Studies in（B ） INTRODUCTION TO WORK
6、 PSYCHOLOGY2nd EditionDr.J. Otis-LavalleThe aim of this established text is to examine the contribution of psychology to our understanding of human behavior at work. The text covers issues such as selection, training, motivation and job satisfaction. It is particularly aimed at those 3Organizational
7、 Behavior presents an up-to-date selection of business cases in an easy-to-use format. Also available is a video in which a number of the most valuable cases in the book are presentedtraining to be managers in the areas of staff development and human resources but offers insight for anyone employed
8、in this area. The first edition of the book was chosen as Training Book of the Year in 1994 and the new edition has been updated to make it even more accessible.（C）HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGENENT:AINTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVEProfessor Ella SchoonhovenThis is the first book to look at the theory and use of ma
9、nagement techniques in every major industrial country. This survey of modern management methods is unequalled in its scope and is destined to become classic among modern management texts. Professor Schoonhoven describes the （D）PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES FOR MODERMANGERSDirk Bolatt, Michael Terry and Dr.
10、Yu LuanPublished last year, this is becoming the essential text for production managers in industrial companies. More than a guide, this text explains the thinking behind recent changes in work methods and encourage managers to 4application of HRM techniques in Europe, in United States and the Far E
11、ast, comparing and contrasting the approach of each business culture. She also includes a chapter on the emerging economies of Eastern Europe and Asia.practice approaches to production. The authors, who have themselves all had experience in production as well as teaching and research, cover both the
12、 well-known techniques and others which have received less attention but which have been developed by leading firms in global process technology.（E ） ORGANISATION AND CULTOUREDr. Andrew GreenIn an international business world, the contemporary manager deals with people from a variety of backgrounds
13、and cultures. Often simple differences can obstruct communication: the international manager needs to be sensitive to these differences in order to be truly effective. Andrew Greens fascinating and amusing book guides you through the potential mistakes which contrasting culture way in which major cu
14、ltural groups handle each of these aspects. This is a book to keep with you every time you travel. Easy to read and full of hints, it may prove to be the difference between international success and disaster.重要语法：注意在备选句中的限定词。5限定词是指在名词词组中对名词起特指、类指以及表示确定数量和非确定数量等限定作用的词类。备选句中有限定词的出现，标志着该句中重要信息的显现。重视限定词
15、的出现，可以迅速定位备选句中重要信息，从而有的放矢地进行查找和筛选。本练习中所有被选句中都有限定词的出现，请大家分别找出。小知识：图书类广告的通用格式。书名（有时加上详细用途或种类）作者发行价订购价（有时加上优惠价）图书简介订购信息（包括图书信息）重要词汇和表达：Genuine; context; approach; format; motivation; insight; accessible; be destined to; HRM; contrast; emerging; innovative; obstruct;Exercise Two61 This book follows the
16、progress of various products from the concept to the selling stage.2 This book includes very few technical terms.3 In this book we are given some detailed inside information on companies.4 The writer of this book believes company bosses aim at more than the financial improvement of their company.5 T
17、he writer of this book feels that success involves the ability to adapt quickly to a new situation.6 It is stated in this book that future business success will involve understanding recent thinking in the business area.7 This book shows how to include tine input of consumer in a company.8 This book
18、 is aimed at the workforce as well as management.A PERCENTAGE SOLUTIONS Paler FraserAnticipating changes in the marketplace and the competition depends on the ability to quickly reorganize business structures. Percentage Solutions shows that these significant change indicators lie in the 20% of busi
19、ness opportunities that will drive growth and profit into the future. Peter Fraser suggests that companies stay ahead of change by using a rapid redesign approach to quickly renew and rethink their business. In the book he details how this redesign could work and gives some example of how it could b
20、e put into practice in a company.718.99B BUSINESS THOUGHTS Norman Heimes, Sandy DaviesAttaining higher levels of customer satisfaction, increasing speed and efficiency in the product development process, and increasing profits are the goals many managers are struggling to achieve. The basic business
21、 philosophy behind this book is Customer Integrated Decision Making, or CIDM, which is a process that shows managers how to reach these goals by integrating the customer into the decision-making process and incorporating the customers wants and needs into the design of new products and services.35.0
22、0C COMMODITIES TO GO Philip M RodgersThis fascinating and instructive book takes readers behind the scenes of twenty-four of the biggest new product success stories of the past few years and reveals the normally confidential workings of some of the institutions where these products were developed. E
23、ach story focuses on a different strategy and offers managers and professionals invaluable insights into how the brightest and best new product ideas were originally thought up, then developed and finally brought to market.22.508D A HANDBOOK OF MODERN BUSINESS MATTERS Joyce JamiesonThe incorporation
24、 of information technology in the workplace has revolutionized the way people do business. But the revolution has not finished - new technologies are being developed every day. The divide between man and technology is becoming increasingly narrow, and in some societies social and cultural changes ar
25、e gradually occurring in order to reengineer business operations for the 21st century. A Handbook of Modem Business Matters will encourage you to think about the new concepts and ideas which often pass by only half understood, but will eventually make the difference between success and failure.14.99
26、E BUSINESS CHOICES Anne JonesThis original book about attitudes towards work is both for individuals in routine jobs seeking to improve the quality of their working lives and for managers who find themselves expected to do more with less in this era of uncertainty. Business Choices reveals a new way
27、 of thinking about work that will motivate both employees and companies to reach for higher levels of achievement. In a clear and very readable style that avoids much irritating business jargon. Anne Jones seeks to improve working attitudes at all levels of the workforce.918.99小技巧：备选句中使用解释性的语言而相应的文章
28、中出现技术性语言或“术语” 。 反之亦然。 请指出重要词汇和表达中存在的“术语” 。重要词汇和表达：Indicator; CIDM; confidential; workings; reengineer; routine; era of uncertainty; readable; jargon;小资料：Customer IntegrationAttaining higher levels of customer delight, increasing the speed and efficiency in the product development process, and increa
29、sing profits are goals many managers are struggling to achieve. Customer Integrated Decision Making, or CIDM, is a process that will show managers how to reach these goals by integrating the customer into the decision-making process and incorporating the customers wants and needs into the design of
30、new products and services.Customer Integration: The Quality Function Deployment （QFD） Leaders Guide for Decision Making focuses on the complete CIDM/QFD process. The book details the reasons for using CIDM market identification techniques, and QFD idea generation methodologies, as well as some basic
31、 and advanced customer “choice“ prediction approaches. This practical, 10structured, and replicable process will provide a company of any size with the tools to assure its teams success as they move to become linked to the customer.Customer Integration opens with a comprehensive overview for executi
32、ves, followed by a detailed discussion of how CIDM/QFD can increase profits for businesses in a variety of industries. The executive overview reviews the issues confronting companies today and gives reasons why executives will need to be linked to customers to compete. The second part of the book la
33、ys out some of the foundation knowledge that middle managers will need to have in order to commit to supporting individuals and teams and to complete CIDM/QFD projects. Part II also offers practical discussions on the critical role of leadership and the challenges of implementation. The third part o
34、f the book provides a step-by-step explanation of the process, along with a complete review of the necessary concepts and tools to make a CIDM/QFD project happen.Customer Integration is designed for the whole company. It provides the information executives and managers need to undertake a Customer I
35、ntegrated Decision-Making project and the knowledge that team members need to assure success in their project.Exercise Three （2000.5） 111. This job involves protecting the confidentiality of computer systems.2. Financial assistance will be given if getting this job means you need to move house.3. Th
36、e post involves increasing the importance of IT within the company.4. You may be given greater seniority soon after being appointed to this post.5. Experience of government computer contracts may help the applicant for this post.6. In this post you will be responsible for appointing and training som
37、e staff.7. The successful applicants main task will be getting companies to sign up to new contracts for IT services.8. You will be in charge of the money allocated for I.T.A IT PROFESSIONAL-LONDONWe are a key player in one of the most rapidly growing industry sectors world-wide, the provision of ou
38、tsourced computer network services, and can boast a growth record over the past ten years of 50% per annum. An opportunity exists for an exceptional and experienced individual to join the company to develop our existing customer base. You will be able to demonstrate a successful track record in seni
39、or management within the IT sector. We are looking for experience of selling large capital projects or 12service contracts and the ability to develop excellent customer relationships at all levels. Strong administration and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail, are essential.B IT PROJEC
40、T MANAGERApplications are invited from candidates aged 30-47 with at least 5 years successful experience of developing company computer systems involving 100 plus terminals, ideally across several sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of new computer on-line syst
41、ems to major companies. The ability to develop, and in some cases to recruit, an effective team, and play a key role in the groups growth is important. It is expected that there will be the possibility of joining the Board in the near future.C CONTRACTS MANAGERThe successful applicant will have expe
42、rience of a wide range of state and private sector industries, focused on, but not limited to, markets in manufacturing, engineering, retail and distribution. He or she will possess considerable experience of developing client relationships, project delivery and the implementation of large-scale IT
43、systems across the UK and Europe. Quite exceptional presentation and communication skills required. Generous relocation package available.D IT PROFESSIONAL13We are a global consulting organization with an outstanding reputation for the provision of audit, tax, and management consultancy services. In
44、 order to maintain our leadership position, we need to strengthen our team by appointing two specialists in IT and telecoms security. We are looking for someone with considerable understanding and practical experience of the security and control requirements for telecoms and networked systems. You w
45、ill be a recognized expert readily acceptable to major organizations who employ the latest technology. In return, we offer you an opportunity to develop your skills by working at a variety of international locations.E IT FACILITIES MANAGERWe are a market-leading retail financial services group which
46、 has achieved dominance in a number of products, and we have exciting plans for future growth, with a direct effect on our IT requirements. We now need to appoint someone who is capable of carrying out a thorough review of all our IT services and representing the needs of IT to the board. The task o
47、f the appointee will be to significantly raise the profile of IT and add real value to the business. Responsibilities will include managing and motivating the IT department, the project management of new technology, and managing the IT budget and relationships with suppliers. Financial services expe
48、rience, whilst desirable, is not essential.小技巧：备选句中使用解释性的语言而相应的文章中出现技术性语言或“术语”。 反之亦然。 请指出重要词汇和表达中存在的“ 术语”。14小知识：招聘广告的通用格式。使用所需职位或用人单位作为标题；正文部分依次列出：所需职位；条件（详细）；待遇（通常不祥）；其他情况重要词汇和表达：Confidentiality; seniority; provision; outsourced; track record; keen; plus; Board; engineering; distribution; relocatio
49、n package; audit; recognized; dominance; appointee; profile.Exercise FourSet Yourself Up In The Travel BusinessIs there any place in the worlds biggest and fastest-growing industry for someone starting up in business on their own? The answer, it seems, is a definite yes. _H_. As the holiday and tourist business is growing by at least 10 percent a year, the prospects for small independent travel agents with flexible markets and low overheads have never been so bright.No wonder next year will see a record number of independent start-ups
