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1、新视野大学英语读写教程第二版第二册 课后习题文本Fill in the blanks with the words given below. Change the form where necessary. -budget restless convention acute significance assess surroundings elbow fulfill consequently charge competent obtain conduct efficient 1. Lawyers_ such high fees, but they never seem to be short

2、of clients. 2. It is a matter of _ that male businesspeople usually wear suits on formal occasions. 3. These people are very _, very organized and excellent time managers. 4. Julian says she hopes to get a job and find a way to _ a college education. 5. Having studied business at college and knowing

3、 two foreign languages, my secretary is perfectly _ for her job. 6. The leading economists of the country have been _ the influence of the current crisis upon its economy. 7. The general public did not have confidence that the government would be able to _ this difficult job. 8. The company is _ a s

4、urvey to find out local reaction to their recently promoted product. 9. The rain was heavy and _ the land was flooded. 10. The discovery of the oilfield is of great _ to the economy in this region. 11. After listening to the speaker for two hours, the audience became _ . 12. She grew up in comfortab

5、le _ ; she never experienced any difficulties when she was young. 13. When Brad _ his way to the center of the crowd, he pushed with all the strength of his body. 14. The government has _ one million for a new hospital in this region. 15. There is a(n) _ lack of water in the northern part of the cou

6、ntry, because there has been almost no rain since last February. Fill in each of the blanks with a suitable preposition or adverb. -1. We cant afford to fall _ other businesses in using new technology. 2. Realizing that his retirement was near _ hand, he looked for some additional income that would

7、provide for his children. 3. Months of secret talks with the opposition party finally resulted _ the setting free of the political prisoners. 4. When the car broke down on the highway for a third time, Johns patience completely ran _. 5. He cannot go without wine even for one day; he is a complete s

8、lave _drink. 6. What one thinks and feels is, in the eyes of social scientists, mainly due _ tradition, habit, and education. 7. It is a real honor to have the opportunity of meeting the well-known scientist _ person. 8. Happiness doesnt necessarily go _ money. 9. In the thick forest, you can walk f

9、rom the edge till your feet ache, and still youll see nothing _ tall trees and other plants. 10. Every day the manager has to account to the chairman _ how he spends the companys money. 11. While I was working _ my letter last night, the telephone rang. 12. The school was attended by four hundred st

10、udents, each of whom is worthy _ our attention. 13. Farmers say that supermarkets put them _ pressure to sell at very low prices. Fill in the blanks in the following passage by selecting suitable words from the Word Bank. You may not use any of the words more than once. - As a foreigner doing busine

11、ss in the United States, I feel very rushed. I am used to friendly opening exchanges when doing business. Here in Chicago, things are different. There is no time for getting to know one another. This does not seem _ to me. There is no chance to develop a sense of trust when people meet to talk over

12、issues. There are no _ like tea or coffee before discussing business, though this is a(n) _ in my country. When we discuss business it starts with a(n) _ chat. I think that it is important for business partners to get familiar with each other first and to feel relaxed. If the exchange is too _, ther

13、e is a risk that something will be forgotten. Some possibilities go without being _ when there is too much pressure. I dont believe this is the best strategy for proper communication. Besides, the _ is that they just dont care about you as an individual here. You are basically just another _of makin

14、g money. All of this used to create a real _ for me. At first, it caused me to have as little _ with American business partners as possible. Gradually, though, I have come to understand the cultural differences between our two countries. This has really helped me to feel more comfortable doing busin

15、ess here. assesseddilemmaaccessedrelationritualsinteractionconventionappropriateperceptionconvenientdistinctionleisurelymeansabruptprocessRead the following passage carefully and choose the best word or phrase to fill in each blank. - I am frequently asked the question, Can you use chopsticks (筷子)?

16、I have lived in Korea, Japan, and China. In each country, I have, (1) than not and without having requested one, been given a fork (2) one was available. I have politely refused and said that I would be fine with chopsticks. Sometimes, I have to make (3) explanation. Chopsticks are (4) my worries wh

17、en I am eating in an Asian home or restaurant. In fact, learning (5) to use chopsticks takes me (6) a few weeks. This is not to say I was skillful, though. Learning how to use chopsticks is easy for me, (7) learning the rituals and how to (8) myself at the table is quite difficult. (9) times do I ha

18、ve to say no, thank you (10) I really mean no, thank you, I truly am full? How do I get away with refusing more food without (11) someone? If I insist and I still get more, is it appropriate just not to eat it? This would be (12) where I come from. I have enjoyed many great meals and my (13) with th

19、e people have been great. I am (14) aware that I will never be able to (15) as much as I have received. I dont know how I can ever thank all of the people who introduced me to eating in Asia. 1. A.very often B.too often C.more often D.most often2. A.for B.when C.after D.because3. A.more B.further C.

20、another D.other4. A.the least of B.the worst of C.the most of D.the greatest of5. A.when B.what C.where D.how6. A.more than B.nothing but C.rather than D.instead of7. A.where B.because C.whereas D.since8. A.contrast B.consider C.contact D.conduct9. A.Just how many B.Always so many C.Why so much D.No

21、t many10.A. until B.since C.when D.as11. A.delighting B.denying C.demanding D.offending12.A. impatient B.impersonal C.impolite D.impossible13. A.convention B.ssignificance C.interactions D.surroundings14. A.largely B.increasingly C.initially D.necessarily15. A.give back B.give up C.give away D.give

22、in Translate the following sentences into English. -1. 她连水都不愿喝一口，更别提留下来吃饭了。(much less) 2. 他认为我在对他说谎，但实际上我讲的是实话。(whereas) 3. 这个星期你每天都迟到，对此你怎么解释？ (account for) 4. 他们利润增长的部分原因是采用了新的市场策略。(due to) 5. 这样的措施很可能会带来工作效率的提高。(result in) 6. 我们已经在这个项目上投入了大量时间和精力，所以我们只能继续。(pour into) Translate the following sente

23、nces into Chinese. -1. I dont think that he would commit robbery, much less would he commit violent robbery. 2. Men earn ten dollars an hour on average, whereas women only seven dollars. 3. Once the balance in nature is disturbed, it will result in a number of possible unforeseeable effects. 4. The

24、final examination is close at hand; youd better spend more time reading. 5. What is interesting is that consumers find it increasingly difficult to identify the nationality of certain brands. This is due partly to globalization and partly to changes in the location of production. 6. A recent survey

25、showed that women account for 40 percent of the total workforce. Section BFill in the blanks with the words given below. Change the form where necessary. -marvelous favorable distress considerable interact hostility recognition alleviate appreciate furthermore utilize reject temporary acceptable 1.

26、In this section, well provide some important tips on how to better _ the technologies available for distance education. 2. People are free to accept or _what the government says of the facts. 3. The city suffered _ damage as a result of the recent earthquake, so the government would have to spend a

27、lot of money to rebuild it. 4. Because of damage to their homes, many people had to stay in _housing for a few months. 5. The argument was settled in a way that was _ to both sides. 6. Illness and age have changed the once well-known actress beyond _. 7. You cannot cure a common cold, but you can _

28、the symptoms. 8. I would _ it if you could turn down your radio a little bit. 9. To be honest, the Internet isnt meant for kids, and, _, its not a tool for taking care of kids. 10. Desks are arranged in a U-shape, so the teacher can _ easily with the students. 11. The child felt very _ when she knew

29、 that her parents had separated forever. 12. The meeting of the two leaders held last week was not at all successful; now there is open _ between the two countries. 13. Because of the _ temperature conditions, the planet, in addition to Earth, most likely to protect life, is Mars. 14. Her friend Sam

30、 wrote a _ description of the hill he had just toured because he truly admired the beauty of the place. Unit 2Fill in the blanks with the words given below. Change the form where necessary. -amusing lower presence promising indifferent frown approximately rank swear outburst persist unfair tropical

31、fuss 1. I would like to find a job in a(n)_ company after I graduate. 2. The mother couldnt help laughing at her little boys _ appearance. 3. The tall man _ his head so that he could enter the room. 4. Though the plan didnt work well, he _ in following it. 5. Should it be a failure, as many experts

32、predict, it would _ as one of the worst man-made disasters. 6. Dont _ at others in any situation no matter how angry you are. 7. It is really _ that she didnt get promoted just because of her skin color! 8. She was very glad to see the _ of many old friends at her birthday party. 9. Why are you _ al

33、l the time? Try to look happy! 10. I cannot tell the exact number; _100 students will be presented with medals as recognition of their excellence. 11. Hearing a(n) _ of cheers at midnight, I realized the Chinese team had won. 12. The girl isnt as nice as she looks; she is always _ to others pains. 1

34、3. I just cannot understand what you are _ aboutnothing has actually happened at all! 14. I will travel to some _ area to enjoy a warm climate during the winter holiday. Fill in each of the blanks with a suitable preposition or adverb. -1. Ellen is a devoted friend; you can always count _ her whenev

35、er you are in trouble. 2. The other day I came _ a friend when I was walking aimlessly on the street. 3. The woman in red looks so familiar to me; I must have met her _ some occasion. 4. Why didnt you ask him to prepare for the test _ advance? He could have done it better. 5. I will _ no means give

36、up my plan, despite all kinds of challenges and difficulties. 6. Thinking little of other people, the young man is always indifferent _others sufferings. 7. The girl felt ill at ease _ the presence of a lot of famous people. 8. Taking little notice _ what people said about her, Ann went on with her

37、own life. 9. I saw Laura sitting by the window in a caf across the street, obviously reflecting _ something. 10. As my true friend, Joseph never fails to point _ my mistakes. 11. It was really dangerous that they packed about 80 passengers _ the bus. 12. He never asked anything _ his mother again af

38、ter she refused to help him that time. 13. My father is a man of self-control; he never swears _ anybody even when he is very angry. 14. Jane waved goodbye to her friends and sang _: Have a nice weekend! 15. I have been reflecting _ what you said the other day, but my answer is still a big No! Fill

39、in the blanks in the following passage by selecting suitable words from the Word Bank. You may not use any of the words more than once. - Bill Johnsons path to Olympic gold was different than that of most. In fact, even though he was the first American man to ever win the downhill skiing event, many

40、 _ him as a true Olympic hero. He was a rebellious kid who came from a troubled background, and he boasted too much. Moreover, he only became _ in skiing because a judge sent him to a ski school after he had stolen a car at age 17. There was no lifelong to the sport. He did not _ the Olympic spirit.

41、 He did not gain distinction by continuously training for his event. Still, few failed to _ his marvelous race in the 1984 Winter Olympic Games in Sarajevo. He was just a natural skier and his technique was _ for the course. And so even before the race began, he was _ victory. This course was made f

42、or me. Nothing can stop me, he had boasted. He also caused some comments when he talked about the millions of dollars he would be able to make after he won the race. This made many skiers _toward him. That just _ him even more. Then on the day of the event, he turned out the fastest. It takes a lot

43、of courage to throw yourself down a mountain, Bill Johnson _ proudly after he won a gold medal for the United States. Not many can do that. remarkedrespectencouragedappreciatebenefitinvolvedcommitmentregardedperfectclaimingreluctantdeclininghostilerejectedexemplify Read the following passage carefully and choose the best word or phrase to fill in each blank. - This was what all of the training and pain was aboutwinning. I watched TV to see the young runner who had