商务英语BEC考试初级复习题(2)
商务英语BEC考试初级复习题（2）
2017年商务英语BEC考试初级复习题
(B)
In general, the ancient Romans were a practical people. They cared less about philosophy and pure mathematics than did the Greeks. The Romans were the best of the ancient engineers and architects. They were brilliant students of Greek geometry and trigonometry, and they applied their knowledge to the construction of fine bridges, roads, aqueducts, and public buildings.
They knew about the smelting of iron ore, but they used the iron they produced mainly for spears, swords, and shields, rather than for building construction.
While the Romans accomplished practical wonders, they did very little theoretical scientific thinking. Because of their frequent wars, many of their inventions were no more than improvments in the design of Greek weapons with which they were familiar.
There are two reasons for the Romans neglect of philosophy and pure mathematics. First, they were apparently too busy conquering nearby nations and forming them into a rapidly growing empire to waste much time on abstract thinking. Secondly, they were handicapped by the rigidity of their numerical system, the ancient counterpart of the modern computing machine. Their number system discouraged the study of pure mathematics.
6. The author calls the Romans "practical" because they ____.
A. cared little about philosophy
B. applied their knowledge
C. saw the necessity for developing theoretical sciences
D. studied the past and learned from it
7. According to the selection, the Romans excelled in ____.
A. engineering and architecture B. inventing
C. smelting iron ore D. the art of war
8. In construction, the Romans made extensive use of ____.
A. iron ore B. geometry and trigonometry
C. Greek mathematical thought D. both B and C
9. Roman practicality may be explained by the ____.
A. Romaans' desire to expand their empire
B. Rigidity of the Romans' numerical system
C. Romans' lack of interest in abstract ideas
D. Both A and B
10. The author of this selection probably wanted to explain why ____.
A. he considers the Romans a practical people
B. Roman architects and engineers were the best in antiquity
C. Theoretical thinking is necessary for the growth of a nation
D. The Romans contributed little to philosophical thought
(C)
When a consumer finds that an item she or he bought is faulty or in some way does not live up to the manufacturer's claim for it, the first step is to present the warranty(保单), or any other records which might help, at the store of purchase. In most cases, this action will produce results. However, if it does not, there are various means the consumer may use to gain satisfaction.
A simple and common method used by many consumers is to complain directly to the store manager. In general, the "higher up" the consumer takes his or her complaint, the faster he or she can expect it to be settled. In such a case, it is usually settled in the consumer's favor, assuming he or she has a just claim.bec考试流程
Consumers should complain in person whenever possible, but if they cannot get to the place of purchase, it is acceptable to phone or write the complaint in a letter.
Complaining is usually most effective when it is done politely but firmly, and especially when the consumer can demonstrate what is wrong with the item in questions. If this cannot be done, the consumer will succeed best by presenting specific information as to what is wrong, rather than by making general statements. For example, "The left speaker does not work at all and the sound coming out of the right one is unclear" is better than "This stereo(立体声音响) does not work."
The store manager may advise the consumer to write to the manufacturer. If so, the consumer should do this, stating the complaint as politely and as firmly as possible. But if a polite complaint does not achieve the desired result, the consumer can go a step further. She or he can threaten to take the seller to court or report the seller to a private or public organization responsible for protecting consumers' rights.
11. When a consumer finds that his purchase has a fault in it, the first thing he should do is
to ____.
A. complain personally to the manager
B. threaten to take the matter to court
C. write a firm letter of complaint to the store of purchase
D. show some written proof of the purchase to the store
12. If a consumer wants a quick settlement of his problem, it's better to complain to ____.

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