话题一(咨询信)：
Directions:
As part of a student social survey project, you are
leading a group to visit an exhibition in a small town. Write a letter to:
1) ask for information regarding such things as the
contents of the exhibition,
2) the dates of its opening and closing.
Dear Sir or Madam,
As hearty and fervent art lovers, a group of students
have been expecting the exhibition for a long time. Being the organizer, I am
writing the letter with the purpose of inquiring information concerning the
historical exhibition in your town.
To be specific, I wonder if it is possible that you can
provide me with some information of its theme and objects on display. Moreover,
could you please tell me specifically about dates of its opening and closing?
By the way, for the better preparation, I also hope to acquire your precious
suggestions to me if possible.
Your prompt attention to this letter would be highly
appreciated. I am earnestly expecting your immediate response.
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
话题二(倡议信)：
Directions:
Suppose you are a reader of local newspaper. Write a
letter to the editor of your local newspaper to state your point of view on
reading extensively.
Dear Editors,
I have been reading your newspaper for many years with
great enthusiasm and interest. Now I would like to render my own idea on
reading extensively.
Nowadays few of us read extensively after we leave
school. This tendency is rather disturbing, for one should know that reading
extensively are no less necessary to one’s mental life than fresh air to one’s
physical life. From reading extensively, we can derive companionship,
experience and instruction. First and foremost, a good book is our faithful
friend. It can increase our contentment when we are cheerful and happy, and
lessen our pain when we are sad or lonely. Furthermore, reading extensively can
also offer us a wide range of experiences.
Though with the advent of TV and Internet, books are no
longer read as extensively as they once were, nothing can replace the role that
reading extensively plays in our lives.
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
话题三(申请信)：
Directions:
You are a senior student and will graduate from Peking
University soon. Three days ago, you read a job advertisement on China Daily
recruiting a secretary. Write a letter to the Personnel Department. You should
provide the necessary details.
You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET.
Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use
“Li Ming” instead.
Do not write the address. (10 points)
To Whom It May Concern,
I, as a senior student in Peking University who majors in
literature, am writing this letter to recommend myself as a qualified candidate
for the job of secretary advertised on China Daily three days ago.
I have several advantages for applying for this position.
First of all, I am well experienced in this field for that I once worked as a
secretary in Baidu where I have got the necessary qualifications and experience
needed for this position. In addition, I have had extensive training on office
software for a long time, which exactly matches with what you require.
Thank you for considering my application. I am looking
forward to meeting you in the near future at your earliest convenience.
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
话题四(邀请信)：
Directions:
You want to invite Mr. Williams to give a lecture on
“American literature” in your college. Suppose you are the assistant of the
English Department, write a letter and say:
1) the purpose of the invitation,
2) the time of the lecture.
Your letter should be no less than 100 words. You don’t
need to write the address. Don’t sign your own name at the end of the letter.
Use Li Ming instead.
Dear Mr. Williams,
I am writing on behalf of the English Department to
invite you to give a lecture in our college.
We know that you are an expert on American literature. As
English majors, our students would like to know something about American
literature. We would be very grateful if you could give a talk on “Contemporary
American Literature” to students of the English Department on Saturday, June 4.
If this subject does not suit you, any other similar topic would be welcomed as
well.
We have already had several very interesting talks from
some distinguished visitors from various countries and we look forward early to
the opportunity to benefit from your experience and wisdom.
Yours truly,
Li Ming
话题五(建议信)：
Directions：
There is an error in an English magazine that you feel
must be corrected. Write a letter of about 100 words to the editor to point out
the mistake, suggest correction, and express your interests in the magazine.
You should write neatly on the ANSWER SHEET.
Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use
“Li Ming” instead.
You do not need to write the address.
Dear editor,
I have been a devoted reader of your magazine Around the
World ever since a friend recommended it to me three years ago.
I enjoy reading particularly articles in your “Foreign
Culture” series, which are both informative and entertaining. However, there is
an error that I feel should not be ignored. In the article titled This Is
Australia of the May 14th edition, the estimated economic cost caused by
youth's crimes is quoted as“$ 4 million” when it actually should be $ 4
billion. It might be only a typographic mistake, but it could nonetheless the
misleading, especially to the serious readers who have a particular interest in
such a subject.
I hope you can check it as soon as possible.
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming