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1、BEC商务英语中级阅读精品讲义 为了让大家更好的准备商务英语BEC考试，带大家整理一下商务英语中级阅读精品讲义,下面就和大家分享，来欣赏一下吧。BEC商务英语中级阅读精品讲义(1)开场白评分标准：A、B、C 考试通过(Passing Grade)D、E 考试不及格(Failing Grade)BEC阅读考试时间：1小时题目数：45道题题型：1、Matching(搭配题或匹配题)第一部分共7道题，*250-350字，是商业环境中的*(产品广告，招聘广告)。要么是一篇较长*中选出4个相关段落，或者是相关主题的4篇短*题目难度中等侧重于辨认具体的信息或具体的细节，极少考主旨2、Matching(搭配

2、题或匹配题)考察把握*结构和段落大意的能力给出1篇正文(商业类报刊*或报告中选出并稍加改写)，留有可填写1句话的一些空格。加上7个选项，第二部分字数为450-580。考官共留出6个空格，实际上考生只需填写5个空格，因为第一个空格都是作为example给出的，其答案为G。故只需6选5难度较大3、Multiple Choice(单项选择题)4选1的单项选择题6个题目*是一篇450-550字的正文(一般的或商务的出版物、公司文献或管理方面的书籍。正文可能经过编辑，但*是真实的)正确答案不会是简单的词汇搭配，而是对*中句子的意译或解释题目难度较大4、选择题形式的完成句子题15个题目200-300字的一

3、篇正文，有15个空格，每道题都有4个选项，从中选择1个意义最合适的*不是特别难，考查考生词汇能力5、Correction(改错题)考12个题目，全部是找出额外的和不必要的单词考查语法知识命题题材：1、商业信函(Business Letter)常出现在第四、五部分2、广告(Advertisement)第一部分常考3、关于经济或者商业的一些消息或者公告(Public Information)4、产品介绍(Product Description)5、商务活动方面的计划、安排、决定或建议(Business Plan / Proposals/ Recommendations)6、会议记录(Record

4、of Meeting)7、非正式信息(Informal Messages)PART ONE解题步骤：1、阅读题目及七个单句，划出句意关键词。对于谈论相似主体的句子，需区别内容的相同处和不同处，注意体现不同处的关键词2、快速浏览短文(依靠小标题迅速抓住各篇短文的主题)。浏览过程中如果发现答题的具体信息，可在具体信息下面划线并标上题号以备最后检查关键词：(定位词)原词重现：人名、地名、数字、时间、百分比、金钱、黑体字、斜体字原意重现：1、同义相似2、同义差异题目对原文进行归纳与总结：广告：产品、招聘、招生、书评人力资源、财经1、产品广告(Product Advertisement)1)产品名称2)

5、产品特征练习 1. Furniture Ads1. These can be piled up neatly without taking up much space.2. It is usually placed in front of a dressing table.3. When folded it turns into a soft and comfortable bed.4. People can adjust the height of this to get a conformable sitting position.5. There is a circular metal

6、frame at the bottom where you can rest your feet.6. This set of furniture is characterized by space-saving and easy storage.7. The top of this can be stretched to certain length.A. Folding Table with ChairsFolding Oak Finish Table with 4 Chairs. Unique space saving design converts from a small compa

7、ct unit to a full size dining table! Chairs fit inside table when folded-Oak finish on selected beech solids and veneers. Table closed: 34 “wide, 11” deep; table opened: 34 “wide, 62” long.B. High Fashion Bar StoolOversized deep slung 3.5padded seat. Back supports serve as functional armrests. New h

8、efty 1 diameter steel foot-ring. Adjustable height. 24 “to 30” high. Easy to assemble with simple hand tools.C. White Wire Stack ChairSturdy wire welded steel construction for a sleek, high tech look. Practical seating that keeps you cool. Outside on the patio or deck; inside in the kitchen or famil

9、y room. These lightweight chairs stack neatly for easy access. Quick and convenient storage.D. Folding Cushioned ChairbedComfortable seating converts to become a single sleeper in seconds! Sleeps on adult. The perfect solution when unexpected overnight guests arrive! Ideal for college dorm, Kids roo

10、m, den or spare room. Sturdy Herculon tweed fabric cover in grey/blue. 31 “W x 72” L x 25” H.Youll be sitting pretty with this vanity bench. White powder coated finish on welded steel. It can be used as a companion to a vanity table or alone as an attractive bath accent. Grid style seat, complete wi

11、th removable comfort cushion. 19 “ W x 12.75” L x 20” H. easy assemble.BEC商务英语中级阅读精品讲义(2)试题 11Example:You can take it for only a short time if you prefer.Answer: C1. It is located outside the city.2. It will be easy to use for various types of retail business.3. You know how much money it took last

12、year.4. This business already manufactures goods for sale.5. Its price includes living accommodation.6. It has been operating for many years.7. You will have to find out the price from the agents.EBTA BUSINESS TRANSFER AGENTSThe following businesses in the region are offered for sale:ARESTAURANTA la

13、rge, well-decorated restaurant in an excellent position near the city centre.Open three years with annual turnover of ?100,000.Regular trade and bookings for weddings, special occasions etc.Available on 50-year lease.Price on requestBESTABLISHED POTTERYFamily business established for over fifty year

14、s in citys main commercial area.Small pottery, currently employs twelve people producing china figures, vases and other decorative items.Price includes premises plus equipment and raw materials.Price ?200,000CVACANT SHOPLocated in superb historic building on excellent city centre site. Large premise

15、s recently renovated to a very high standard.Would suit a wide range of different trades. Available on limited (three-year) lease, or longer if required.Short lease ?15,000DGARAGE CAR REPAIRSmall business with great potential for development.Garage with petrol station on main road between city and c

16、oast.Includes large workshop suitable for car repair business. Small, three-bedroom house attached to workshop, and room for further building.Whole property ?190,0002、招聘广告1)titleJob vacancy / Wanted2)正文(1)公司名称及职位(Corporation Position)(2)对工作职位的描述(Job description)(3)Requirements Qualifications(4)待遇(Tr

17、eatments / Benefits)(5)公司的联系方式及地址(Contact way / Address)Example:You must have a first degree in English.Answer: B1. You are free to choose when you will begin and end your workday.2. You should provide the names of two people who can give letters of recommendation.3. You must have the experience of

18、working abroad.4. You have to work every other Saturday.5. You should have successful working experience as a secretary.6. The job requires some experience as well as excellent qualifications.7. You need to be able to speak several languages.A.Salesperson is required for our new Portman Street Showr

19、oom to work a flexitime 30 hour week, including alternate Saturdays. Fileco specialize in office furniture and equipment. The showroom displays our very latest in integrated office design and is intended to serve as our window on the business world. Applicants should have some experience in business

20、 and fluency in a second language would be a distinct advantage.B.Eurofile, one of Europes leading publishers is seeking a self-motivated Assistant Accountant to help run its busy accounts department. The successful candidate should possess excellent accounting qualifications and have at least 2 yea

21、rs accounting experience. S/he should also be computer literate and able to carry out all essential day-to-day accounting tasks. Management experience and European languages are a definite advantage, Salary 15 17,000 p. a. Send CV to Joanna Jarvis, Eurofile, Stack Street, Manchester, MN8 4TX, quotin

22、g reference JAC/01/TN.C.The Bell Educational Trust seeks applications from teachers of English as a foreign language to work in China. Candidates should have:- a degree plus a qualification in TEEL (PGCE or RSA) diploma- a minimum of 3 years experience with at least one year overseas- experience in

23、preparation of materials and in teaching ESP / EAPApplications with full C. V. and the names of two referees, one of whom must be the most recent employer, together with recent photograph of yourself, to Lewis Kerr, The Bell Educational Trust, Hillscross, 1 Red Cross Lane, Cambridge CB2 2QX.D.We are

24、 a major company with an international reputation with customers throughout Europe, the Middle East and S. E. Asia.Qualifications:- Proven secretarial skills- Languages ( French, German, Arabic Mandarin)- Ability to work as part of team and on own initiativeNon-native speakers will have a fluent com

25、mand of spoken and written English.Benefits include generous salary, 6 weeks holiday, and promotion prospects.Send C. V. to Video Unlimited, Morecombe Gardens, Manchester.练习4. Job Advertisements1. This work has something to do with peoples mental health.2. How much the person earns will depend on hi

26、s practical experience.3. This advertisement offers employees the prospect of getting promoted.4. If you get the job, youll have to make business trips every now and then.5. This business needs a person with managerial experience and skills.6. Experience in advertising would be helpful in this job.7

27、. This business provides a wide range of service items.A. ManagementDiversified service business seeking experienced (10 years plus) executive for top-level spot. Excellent salary, bonuses, and profit-sharing for person with proven problem-solving, marketing and people skills.B. CommunicationsMajor

28、Southeastern chemical corporation requires a professional to fill a vacancy in the Communications Department. Applications must have demonstrated experience in all phases of promotion, including: media, production, writing, trade shows, public relations and special event handling. Travel required. C

29、BC preferred. Position can lead to Department Management.C. Technical sales representativeOur Pigment Division seeks a NJ based salesperson for the NJ, PA, MD, DE territory. Pigment sales experience necessary. BS Chemistry or Physical Science degree preferred. Generous, immediate and free benefits p

30、ackage. Salary commensurate with experience.D. Psychiatric social workerPrivate mental-health clinic seeks 2 experienced certified Social Workers to provide individual, group and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults. Function as a member of multidisciplined team. Excellent superv

31、ision; starting salary $ 30,988. Comprehensive medical, dental and pension benefits.E. Marketing executiveThis important position has recently been created by one of the countrys leading clothes manufacturers. It is an outstanding opportunity for a graduate with two years experience in design or mag

32、azine publishing. The successful candidate will be given responsibility for a major, recently launched brand. It would be an advantage to have experience of promotional activities. Excellent fringe benefits on offer.BEC商务英语中级阅读精品讲义(3)第三课试题 10Example:The job offers perks in addition to the basic sala

33、ry.Answer: D1. Experience in advertising would be helpful in this job.2. This job would probably suit somebody who has worked in the purchasing department of a large chain of stores.3. Three years experience would not be enough for this job.4. For this job it would be useful if you have5. In this jo

34、b you would take charge of a product which has been on the market for many years.6. To get this job it is not necessary to have work experience.7. Such a high-ranking position does not come up very often.AProduct ManagerThis company has at present about 30% of the market and a turnover of more than

35、?500 million. The person appointed will have responsibility for a long-established product which is a household name. Experience in the insurance market is necessary and a background in accountancy would be helpful.BGroup Product ManagerThis is a rare opportunity to work at a senior level for a mark

36、et leader in the food industry, located in the north of the country. The person appointed will report directly to the Marketing Director and take full responsibility for a turnover in excess of ?80 million and a team of three managers. Applicants need to have a minimum of five years experience in pr

37、oduct management. A market research qualification would be an advantage.CManagement TraineesFor this exciting position in the leisure industry we are seeking management trainees to develop excellent buying skills. Possibly a new graduate, the successful applicant may have experience with a big natio

38、nal retailer, but must certainly possess excellent negotiation and communication skills.DMarketing ExecutiveThis important position has recently been created by one of the countrys leading clothes manufacturers. It is an outstanding opportunity for a graduate with two years experience in design or m

39、agazine publishing. The successful candidate will be given responsibility for a major, recently launched brand. It would be an advantage to have experience of promotional activities. Excellent fringe benefits on offer.3、招生广告试题 5Example: You would learn about deductions from salaries.Key: C1. You nee

40、d to have worked in an office before attending this course.2. You would learn something about preventing accidents at work.3. You would be able to sit an examination in typing.4. This course is useful if your job involves greeting people and dealing with enquiries.5. This course would suit someone w

41、ith budgetary responsibility.6. You would get practice in helping people in a group to communicate.7. You would learn how to change the appearance of a letter or memo.A.Tuesday 13.00-15.00This course provides training in arranging meetings, conducting them effectively and making travel arrangements.

42、 The topics will include drawing up agendas, preparing for meetings, introducing speakers or participants, managing discussions successfully, keeping to an agreed timetable, and writing follow-up reports. Previous experience of typing and general office work are essential for this course.B.Mon, Thu,

43、 Fri 10.00-12.00This courses is intended both for beginners and for those who have reached an elementary level in typewriting. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills on up-to-date electronic equipment, gaining experience of producing all kinds of typed material in a variety of modern l

44、ayouts. Students will be given ample opportunities for “hands on” experience of word-processing on the latest personal computers. Typewriting tests can be taken for widely recognised qualifications.C.Monday 9.00-11.00This course is designed to provide students with experience of operating a set of a

45、ccounts, comparable with those of a small family firm, and of dealing with the more general financial aspects of running a small business. Topics will include profit and loss, maintaining records efficiently, cash payments, taxation, insurance and computerised accounting. External examinations can b

46、e arranged.D.Friday 11.00-13.00Participants on this course will develop their telephone skills and reception techniques in practical situations. Other topics included in the course are dealing with correspondence, the latest development in fax equipment and photocopiers, and the advantages these new facilities offer. The course also covers health and safety, including recent important changes in safety regulations governing the workplace.