&8226;Read this passage from an article about arbitration.
&8226;Choose the best sentence from the following sentences to fill each of the gaps.
&8226;For each gap 9-14, mark one letter (A-H) on your Answer Sheet.
&8226;Do not use any letter more than once.
Arbitration
Since World War Ⅱ, arbitration has proved an extremely popular mode for resolving disputes. Arbitration, arguably, could be said to be the first step towards privatisation of justice, in that it is an alternative resolution through national (State) courts. The parties have greater control over the appointment of arbitrators, language of the arbitration, place of arbitration, and the principles to be applied to issues under consideration. The principles need not be tied to a national law, such as English Law or Chinese Law. The issue could be decided on equitable principles.
In other words, arbitration means the settlement of disputes through the appointment of independent referees who hear and adjudicate cases. (9) . This is different from "conciliation", which is the use of an independent and fair minded intermediary to help resolve a dispute, with the conciliator acting as an 'honest broker' between the disputants--advising each side of the other's views and feelings and suggesting compromises (rather than reaching an independent decision, as happens with arbitration).
(10) . In theory, the decision to settle disputes in this way is agreed on beforehand by the two parties as part of the framework within which they intend to trade. In practice, it is normally imposed upon their trading relationships by the stronger party, who inserts it as a clause in his Standard Terms and Conditions, to which the weaker party must agree if he wishes to trade. The word 'arbitrate' originates from the Latin 'arbitrari' (to judge, or reach a decision). (11) . It is an essential element in arbitration that the arbitrator's decision shall be final and bind upon the parties. There is, in principle, a severely restricted right of judicial review of arbitration awards on questions of law in a very limited number of cases, but the parties can exclude judicial review completely by an express agreement, if they so wish.
Arbitration often allows you to resolve disputes more quickly and cheaply than by going to court. (12) . When the arbitration is over, the decisions of the arbitrators are final. If you are unhappy with the result, you cannot go to court for judgment. (13) . If you want to appeal an arbitrator's decision you must do so within three months.
In addition, mediation is also an option that can be considered before going to arbitration. Mediation may allow you to save time and money because it is quicker than arbitration Mediation also can be less confrontational than arbitration. (14) .
A. The person appointed to act as arbitrator will hear the views of both parties on the matter in dispute and decide where the truth of the matter lies and how the problem should he resolved.
B. Arbitration is the settlement of disputes between parties without recourse to law.
C. The arbitrators' decisions can only be appealed under very limited circumstances.
D. The referees must be mutually selected by each party to the disputes.
E. Arbitrators are very helpful in arbitration and can solve your problems.
F. If you can't reach an agreement through mediation, you can still go to arbitration.
G. Instead of judges or juries, arbitrators decide if wrongdoing occurred and how to correct it or compensate you for it.
(9)
第1题
Questions 41-45
&8226;Read the memo and the CV of an application below.
&8226;Complete the candidate information that follows.
&8226;Write a word or phrase (in CAPITAL LETTERS) or a number on lines 41-45 on your Answer Sheet.
Memo
To: Joan
From: Steven
I got this CV from an applicant this morning. I find he might be the person we need. Could you please read the CV carefully and fill in the Applicant Information Form?
Then please pass the Form. on to the Human Resources Manager and ask him to arrange interviewfor the applicant.
Thank you.
Applicant Information Form
First Name: (41) ______
Post Code: (42) ______
Present Post: (43) ______
Former Job: (44) ______
Interests: Mountain biking, hiking, skiing, sailing,
Reference's Company: (45) ______
(41)
第2题
Questions 41-45
&8226;Read the memo and advertisement below.
&8226;Complete the apartment location information form.
&8226;Write a word or phrase (in CAPITAL LETTERS) or a number on lines 41-45 on your Answer Sheet.
MEMO
To: John
From: Ben
Date: 8.5. 2008
Message:
I came across this advertisement in HOUSING MAGAZINE and thought the apartments might be suitable for our staff. Please fill in the Apartment Location Information Form. and pass it on to Mr Hu, the Purchasing Manager.
Lucky Apartment Building
* Located on Lucky Street, three miles from the city centre, 15 minutes' drive to the airport.
* Equipped with IDD lines.
* Outdoor pool, tennis court.
* Unit size from 120 m2.
CONTACT US TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS
Tel: 8881969
Fax: 8881968
Apartment Location Information Form
STREET: (41) ______
UNIT SIZE: (42) ______
DISTANCE FROM CITY CENTRE: (43) ______
COMMUNICATIONS: (44) ______
LEISURE FACILITIES: Outdoor pool, (45) ______
CONTACT: Tel: 8881969, Fax: 8881968
(41)
第3题
第4题
&8226;Read the text below about the impotance of an internship.
&8226;Choose the best sentence from the opposite page to fill each of the gaps.
&8226;For each gap 9-14,mark one letter(A-H)on your Answer Sheet.
&8226;Do not use any Ietter more than once.
Is an internship really all that important?
In years past,it was more common for college students to take summer jobs at local retail outlets or restaurants just fo earn money,said John A.Challenger,chief executive of Challenger Gray & Christmas.But now an internship is seem as a votal first career step,he said.It can be extremely important as a way to determine which industries,companies and types of work are best for you,and as a way to secure future references and job offers.
Once starting an internship,make the most of it.Above all.be realistic.Some people approach internships with a sense of entitlement,said Mark Oldman,founder of Vault,a career Web site,and the author of several books on internships.He added.‘it's hard to go from a campus hot stuff to a corporate layman,and it's ridicuious when some interns want to come in and change everything.’ (9) .
If you feel clueless,use that to your advantage. (10) .Interns generally have more freedom than the average employee to pass across departments and hierarchies in search of help.They can gain valuable knowledge and mentors,because most people enjoy sharing their experience with a younger generation.
In general,Mr.Oldman said,‘It's important for an intern to quickly decode the culture of the company and not step outside that.’That extends to the way you dress,Mr.Challenger said.‘A lot of times when you’re younger you want to show how unique you are rather than identify with others,’he said. (11) .
In the opinion of Mr.Oldman,internships are an ideal way for employers to find out whether a new worker is suitable for a particular job. (12) .Therefore,as an intern,when you are asked to perform. tasks that are boring and unimportant,you shouldn't feel wronged by that.You should be willing to do such work because that shows you are a hard worker,said Mr.Oldman. (13) .‘Look for work,but do it gently or indirectly,and not too assertively,’Mr.Oldman added.‘do what's asked of you optimally and then offer your services for additional projects.’
Last but not least,there's something you can do to improve the chances that your internship will lead to a job offer.Before you leave,‘build a bridge to the future,’Mr.Oldman said.Go over what you learned with your managers.and tell them how much you appreciated the opportunity to work with them. (14) .That way,even if your internship does not lead to a job at that company,it will help clear a path to your eventual employer.
A.They enable employers to see who works hard,who gets along with everybody,who seems to fit Into their culture.
B.And ask whether your managers would be willing to write a letter of recommendation before you leave.
C.It is much more appropriate to approach the internship with a learning attitude,as suggested by Mr.Oldman.
D.Many interns don't attach sufficient importance to this
E.At the same time.be on the lookout for projects that will let you make good use of more advanced skills.
F.The power of curious interns can’t be overestimated.
G.In the workplace,however,you tend to be judged by your willingness to fit into the group's norms.
H.But now an internship is seen as a vital first career step,he said。
(9)
第5题
Discussion topic:
Books
Example questions:
&8226;What kind of books do people in your country like to read?
&8226;Do you think that people's tastes in books change as they get older?
&8226;Do men and women like to read the same types of books?
&8226;What do You think are the qualities or a good book?
&8226;If you wrote a book, what kind of book would it be?
第6题
&8226;Read the following advertisement for sales manager.
VACANCY
A leading international trading company requires enthusiastic and herd-working sales manager to exploit its business in Chine.
For more details, please write to
Mr. Zhang
Personnel Manager
Dafu Company
150, Effeit Street
London
&8226;Write a letter to Mr. Zhang asking for an interview.
&8226;Include some information about yourself:
&8226;your interest in the job;
&8226;your education;
&8226;your experience.
&8226;Write 60-80 words on your Answer Sheet.
&8226;Do not include postal address.
第7题
&8226;Read this part of a letter.
Dear Davis,
I received a message this morning saying that our meeting on Friday 12 April had been cancelled. Unfortunately, the message didn't give any more details or any alternative dates.
Could you just confirm that the meeting has indeed been cancelled and possibly suggest another date? Best regards
Smith
&8226;Write a letter to Smith:
&8226;apologising for cancelling the meeting;
&8226;giving a reason for the cancellation;
&8226;offering a new date and time;
&8226;asking her to confirm the new date and time.
&8226;Write 60-80 words on your Answer Sheet.
&8226;Do not include postal address.
第8题
&8226;Read the advertisement written by Mary Gates, who is looking for business premises.
WANTED: BUSINESS PREMISES
I am a local businesswoman who intends to open an Internet cafe and I am looking for premises. If you have a building for rent which may be suitable, please contact me with details.
Mary Gates
PO Box 21
&8226;Write a letter to Ms. Gates:
informing her that yon own a suitable building
describing the facilities the building has
explaining where the building is located
saying when the building is available
&8226;Write 60—80 words.
&8226;Write on your Answer Sheet.
&8226;Do not include any postal addresses.
第9题
&8226;Read the memo below.
&8226;Complete the Expenses Claim Form.
&8226;Write a word, phrase or number in spaces 41-45 on your Answer Sheet.
Memorandum
From Arthur Bowyer, Head of Marketing
To Secretary
Date 30.11.97
Re Expenses claim from
Could you fill out the rest of this Expenses Claim Form. for me for my trip to Liverpool last week to attend the VIS conference? I enclose a couple of receipts.
(41)
第10题
&8226;Read the following table below.
&8226;Use the information in the table to write a short report.
&8226;Write 120--140 words on a separate sheet.
第11题
&8226;Read the invitation card below.
Mr Wang Changwen
Requests the pleasure of the company of
Mr & Mrs Robert Li
At dinner
At 7:00 p.m. on Friday, 31 st December
At the Guest House, the Friendship Hotel
R.S.V.P Telephone: 2558330
&8226;Write a letter to Mr Wang:
&8226;apologizing
&8226;explaining that you will go to a pop music concert with LiMing
&8226;expressing your thanks for the invitation.
&8226;Write 60-80 words on your Answer Sheet.
&8226;Do not include any postal addresses.
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