问答题Practice 13　　The new Holiday Inn has everything you need for a weekend of family fun or business travel. Conveniently located, the Holiday Inn is within walking distance to the hot springs and the downtown shopping area. Each room has a refrigerator, c

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By cutting out the middle man and booking your own flights, you can save up to 40 per cent of the cost of a holiday. If you compare this to the price of a hotel stay, the (1)____(save) can be even more impressive.　　In some of the most exclusive holiday resorts among the Mediterranean, hotels charge a fortune. Yet for (2)____ to 50 per cent less you can often get tons more space and your own private pad with the opportunity to cook up a storm and save cash on (3) exp____ hotel meals.You have to be careful, though.　　There have been horror stories (4) ov____ the years of people booking villas direct with owners, only to lose everything to phony companies or con artists.If you do choose to go direct, I would recommend (5)____(book) with one of the big listing sites on the Internet (6)____ as Holiday-rentals. co.uk.　　They have details on more than 122,000 properties worldwide, link you directly with the owner, and have been in business for more than ten years. But, if the worst did happen and your villa or owner didn’t (7) ex____, their guarantee will cover you for up to ￡3,300.　　We got Holiday! Kentals to give us the prices for private rentals in a host of (8) fav____ Mediterranean destinations. We then (9)____(comparison)them with traditional hotel holiday rates for two adults and two children for next summer on the Expedia website.　　Both the hotel and villa rentals are based on a week’s holiday for two adults and two children aged 6 and 13 in the (10) p____ season, for the week of August 15 to 22, and the hotel prices are based on the family sharing one room or suite.Here’s how we got on…

Oh, You're back at work? How was your holiday? （）

Practice 4Your neighbor has opened a nightclub which makes your family unable to have a rest at night. Write a letter to him to(1) complain the disturbance his club brings to your family(2) suggest some solutionsWrite at least 150 words.You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Practice 4　　Welcome to the scenic Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Here you will find a host of fun events and activities to entertain you and your family for your entire vacation. Looking for a slower pace instead? We can help with that as well. Here in New Hampshire there are many opportunities to find a peaceful spot hidden among the lush forests of tall evergreens and hard-woods or next to a rambling brook or pictorial lake.  Pack a picnic lunch, bring along a good book, sit back and enjoy the views and delight in the splendor of this beautiful region.　　No matter what your fancy, you will never be at a loss of what to do. Within the locales of this lovely region, we offer 273 lakes and ponds of all sizes, family attractions, lake cruises, swimming, summer theater, hiking, biking, fishing, scenic country drives, museums antiquing, craft fairs and festivals and of course.., shopping.  The possibilities of fun and relaxation are endless. With so many fun things to do in an atmosphere that promotes relaxation, it is no wonder so many people return to the serenity of N.H.’s lakes year after year.　　For the best that New Hampshire has to offer in natural beauty, an enormous array of lodging, fine dining, outdoor activities, attractions kids of all ages will love, and great shopping, the Lakes Region is a vacation wonderland.　　A trip to the scenic Lakes Region of N. H. is incomplete without visiting Wolfeboro which is the center of activity on the eastern side of Lake Winnipesaukee and can be reached by driving Routes 28 or 109.　　This lovely and historic lakeside town is often referred to as the “Oldest Summer Resort in America,” for here in 1763 the Royal Governor Wentworth’s family began building a summer estate. Soon after this point other wealthy families built summer homes here as well and eventually the railroads pushed into the region and the area soon became a full-fledged recreation and vacation area.　　As you approach Wolfeboro from any direction you will pass by lovely old homes and inns until you arrive at the picturesque center of the village with views of Wolfeboro Bay and the lake beyond.  Along Main Street you will find channing boutiques and specialty shops of every description, a range of restaurants from casual family spots to historic inn dining rooms and taverns. A beautifully situated park on the lake’s shore provides a perfect spot to savor an ice cream while watching the boats darting about on the bay or the exciting arrival of the famous M/S Mount Washington as she docks nearby. This park hosts many cultural and entertaining events throughout the year and is the center point for summertime entertainment. Visitors will enjoy such events as musical performances, fine art shows, craft fairs, the New England Antique Boat Museum, fireworks and many other activities.

Practice 2You had a small fire in your room. Write a letter to your landlord Mr. Smiths, and tell him:(1) The situation of what has happened.(2) What property you have lost.(3) The recommendations you provide.Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use “Li Ming” instead. You do not need to write the address.

Practice 5　　The new Holiday Inn has everything you need for a weekend of family fun or business travel. Conveniently located, the Holiday Inn is within walking distance to the hot springs and the downtown shopping area. Each room has a refrigerator, coffee maker, and hair dryer. Guests will enjoy the Holiday Inn’s swimming pool, as well as a free Western or Chinese breakfast every morning.

Practice 5You and your family are on holiday abroad. You are staying in a hotel, but you are not satisfied with some aspects of the accommodation. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter, you should· introduce yourself· explain what is wrong with the hotel room, and· say what action you would like the hotel manager to take.Write at least 150 words.You do NOT need to write any addresses.Begin your letter as follows:Dear Sir or Madam,…

You need to design a storage strategy that meets all business and technical requirements. What should you do？（）

You need to ensure the Order Control team is able to track the number of orders that reach the production department. What should you do?（）

You and your classmates are going to have a party to celebrate the end of your course and you have offered to book a room for this event. You have seen the advertisement below, but you need to know more. Using the notes you have made, write to the Brideswell Inn giving relevant details and asking for further information.　　Write a letter of no fewer than 80 words in an appropriate style. Don’t write any addresses. Now write the letter on the answer sheet.

Your company has a main office and 50 branch offices. Each office contains multiple subnets.     You need to automate the creation of Active Directory subnet objects.     What should you use（）

Practice 6　　● Read this part of a letter your boss has received from Mrs. Collins, a conference organizer.　　I am writing to ask if you would like to attend a seminar on 17 March and give a speech on business issues.　　Accommodations and the use of a car will be provided.　　If you could come, please confirm the subject of your speech and the standard of accommodations you would need.　　I look forward to hearing from you.　　● Your boss has asked you to reply to the letter, accepting the invitation.　　● Accepting the invitation;　　● Giving out the subject of your boss’s speech;　　● Explaining why your boss is interested in this subject;　　● Reserving a hotel room.　　● Write about 60-80 words.

Practice 3Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a composition on the topic Holiday Economy. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.

According to the passage, if a city has several business districts _____.

Practice 7　　● A new designer, Mary Watts, has just joined your company.　　● Write a memo to all staff:　　● Telling them who the new employee is;　　● Saying what her responsibilities will be;　　● Explaining where her office is located.　　● Write about 30—40 words.