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Tips for a Successful Interview

 

 

WARM-UP

The following are some dos and don’ts for a successful interview. Can you tell the dos from the don’ts? Check (P) the boxes below with the correct answers.

Dos	Don’ts
		1. Arrive at the interview place a few minutes early.
		2. Play with your hands or hair during the interview.
		3. Avoid making eye contact with the interviewer.
		4. Dress appropriately for the interview.
		5. Find out some information about the department or company before the interview.
		6. Give many one-word answers during the interview.
		7. Prepare for questions about your education, personality, and previous experience.
		8. Refuse to talk about your weaknesses with the interviewer.
		9. Avoid making negative comments when answering questions.
		10. Say “thank you” at the end of the interview.

 

 

Note:

 

READING

Imperative Mood

What would you like to do after you graduate from (your) high school? (You) Apply to a college? (You) Find a part­time or full­time job? Either way, you will probably have to go to an interview. How well you do in an interview may determine whether you are accepted by a school or hired by a company. Therefore, it is important (for you) to learn interview skills as early as possible.

轉折詞 (Transitional Adverbs)

1. Either way (: Anyway), …

2. Therefore (: Thus/Hence/As a result), …

3. …as early as possible.

= as early as you can.

連接詞 (Conjunction)

1.What would you like to do

____ (after/whether) you graduate from your high school.

 

2.…whether…or…

動詞

1. would like to V    2. graduate from…     3. apply to a school

4. apply for a job     5. go to (: attend) an interview

6. learn interview skills

子句當S單, 其後動詞III單

How well you do in an interview

may determine …

子句當受詞, 前面是及物動詞 Vt

How well …in an interview

may determine whether (: if= whether…or not)

you are accepted by a school

or

(you are) hired by a company (: firm).

Synonyms:

1. hire/hired/hired = take/took/taken + on = employed

…(you are) hired by a company.

= … taken on by a company.

= …employed by a firm.

 

Here are some tips [that may help ensure (that you have a successful interview)] .

1. Make a good first impression (on your future employers). (You) Never be late for an interview. If possible, (you) arrive at (: reach) the interview place a few minutes early. Also (: Plus/Besides), make sure (: ensure/assure) (that) you dress appropriately to show (: reveal) that you are taking the interview seriously. During an interview, sit with your back straight and (with your) feet on the floor. Try to smile and make eye contact with the interviewer. This makes you look sincere and confident. Now, you are ready (: well-prepared/all set) to answer (: reply to/respond to) the interviewer’s questions!

 轉折副詞或同義字詞

1. Also, ...

   Plus, ...

   Besides, ...

   Additionally, ...

  In addition, ...

  

2. During an interview,...

3. Now, ...

連接詞

and

動片或同義字詞

1. dress appropriately

= dress suitably

= dress properly

2. sit with your back straight and with your feet on the floor

3. be late for...

4. arrive at the interview place a few minutes early

   (reach or get to)

5. make eye contact with ...

6. make you look sincere and confident

7. ...are ready to V...: are well-prepared or all set to V...

同義字

1. 子句當S主詞

2. 子句當受詞

     ...make sure (: ensure/assure) (that) you dress appropriately to show (: reveal) that you are taking the interview seriously.

2. Prepare (for the interview) in advance. Common interview questions are as follows (如下所示): “What do you know about us?” or “Why do you want this job?” So (: Thus/Hence/Therefore/As a result), find out (: discover) as much as you can (: as much as possible) about the department or company beforehand (: in advance). Answers which display (: demonstrating) a broad knowledge of the department or company can show that you have fully (: completely/totally/wholly) prepared for the interview. In addition, you will be able to ask good questions when you are presented with the common last question: “Do you have any questions for us?”

 

3. Practice talking about (: discussing/conferring) yourself. Most interviewers demand (: ask urgently) that interviewees (should) introduce themselves (they 便)  at the beginning of an interview. Thus (: Hence/Therefore/As a result), prepare yourself (you 便) to talk about your education, strengths, and previous (: former) experience. It is highly (: pretty/hugely) recommended (: advised/suggested) that you (should) find a list of questions (which are) related to these topics (: issues/subjects/themes) on the Internet (: online). Then (: In turn/Afterward/Afterwards), try (: attempt) to answer them at home, especially (special 變化) those tricky (: tough/hard/difficult to deal with) questions like “What is your biggest weakness?” or “How do you deal with (: cope with 應付) people (whom or that) you don’t like?”

 

4. Demonstrate (: Display) good social skills (è cf. techniques/abilities/expertise). Your behavior, attitude, and personality will be closely observed (: will be carefully perceived/ will be cautiously spotted) during an interview. Don’t just think that education, experience, and practical skills will be sufficient (: enough) to be successful. In fact (: In truth/In reality/Actually), social skills are usually considered (to be) one of (…之一)  the basic requirements (條件) for any school or job. Keep (: Bear/Keep) in mind (: Learn by heart/Memorize) that the professors or employers who are interviewing you are expecting (: hoping/anticipating) to see someone who is easy to get along with (: socialize with). Thus (: Hence/Therefore/As a result), (in order) to show that you are capable of fitting in with other people, try (: do/work) your best to appear (: seem) (to be) friendly (: nice) and positive (: optimistic). Also (: Besides/Plus/Additionally), avoid making negative comments (避開負面評論) when you answer (: reply to or respond to) questions.

 

5. Learn from your (past or last) experience. Finally (: Eventually/At last), whether you are accepted or not, (you) try to learn from the experience. Be sure (: bound/destined) to review (: brush up on 複習) what (: the thing which) happened (事情主動發生; 過去是主動)  during the interview and find out what (: the things with) your advantages and disadvantages were (: 當作 find out/discover 的受詞; 名詞子句). That way, you will be able to improve (: make … better) your performance when (: as)  you have another interview in the (distant or near) future (不久的未來).

If you follow the advice above, you will surely (: certainly/definitely) enhance (: increase) your chances of doing well in (在…表現良好的); an interview and then be one step closer to your dream school or company. Good luck!

—by Ian Fletcher

 

Cultural Note

掌握面試技巧固然可增加面試成功的機率，但同時也需了解並謹記面試的禁忌。根據統計，面試最忌諱出現下列情形：在面談進行中接聽手機、在不熟悉的話題上裝懂瞎掰、過度自我吹噓、應對沒有禮貌、答非所問和眼神閃爍等。參加面試時不可不慎！

 

POST-READING ACTIVITIES

I. Reading for the Main Idea—Skimming

Skim the reading and choose the best answer.

(   ) The reading is mainly about ______.
(A) good questions in an interview
(B) some useful interview skills
(C) a choice between study and work
(D) the advantages of an interview

 

II. Reading for Details—Scanning

Scan the reading and choose the best answer to each of the following questions or statements.

(   ) 1. To make a good first impression, an interviewee should ______.

(A) never wear smile on his or her face
(B) arrive on time or even earlier
(C) avoid looking at the interviewer’s eyes
(D) dress in whatever clothes he or she likes

(   ) 2. How can an interviewee show that he or she has prepared for the interview?
(A) Ask as many questions as possible from beginning to end.
(B) Sit with his or her back straight and feet on the floor.
(C) Keep on boasting about his or her skills and strengths.
(D) Give answers that show a knowledge of the department or

company.

(   ) 3. According to the reading, most interviewers will ask interviewees

to ______.
(A) introduce themselves              (B) make a list of questions

(C) find their answers online         (D) keep their comments short

(   ) 4. An interviewer would probably want to interview someone who

______.
(A) has no questions to ask
(B) likes to make negative comments
(C) is easy to get along with
(D) doesn’t know his or her weaknesses

(   ) 5. Which of the following is NOT a tip for a successful interview?

(A) Making a good first impression.
(B) Displaying good social skills.
(C) Talking about your disadvantages all the time.
(D) Preparing for the interview beforehand.

 

III. Topics for Discussion

1. What should interviewees do after their interviews?

2. What else do you think an interviewee should pay attention to during an interview? Share your idea(s) with your classmates.

 

[Ans.] I. B II. 1. B  2. D  3. A  4. C  5. C

 

VOCABULARY

I. Words for Production

1. graduate 　vi. to complete one’s studies at a school　畢業

► Troy is going to graduate from senior high school this June and will go to college in September.

特洛伊今年六月將從高中畢業，接著九月上大學。

graduate 　n. [C] 畢業生

► Emily is a recent college graduate in math, and she is looking for a job in her field.

艾蜜莉是個剛從數學系結業的畢業生，她正在找尋數學領域的工作。

Graduation　n. [U][C] 畢業，畢業典禮

► Max began to work soon after his graduation from high school.

麥斯於高中畢業不久後就開始工作。

2. college　 n. [C][U] a place where people can study for degrees after high school　大學，學院　SYN university

► Amanda now teaches art at a local college.

亞曼達現在在一所當地大學教藝術。

3. hire 　vt. to pay someone to do a job　僱用　SYN employ

► The boss hired a secretary to help take care of his paperwork and arrange meetings.

老闆僱用了一位祕書幫他處理文書作業以及安排會議事宜。

4. ensure 　vt. to make certain that something is done or will happen　確保，保證　SYN make sure, make certain

► My brother called me to ensure that I didn’t forget our mother’s birthday this Saturday.

我哥哥打電話給我，確保我沒有忘記這個星期六是媽媽的生日。

5. appropriately 　adv. used for saying that an action is right, suitable, or acceptable for a particular purpose or situation　合適地，適當地　ANT inappropriately

► Be sure to dress appropriately for the important meeting tomorrow.

明天的重要會議務必要穿著適當。

appropriate 　 adj. 合適的，適當的　ANT inappropriate

► This movie is not appropriate for children because it is too violent.

這部電影不適合孩童觀賞，因為它太暴力了。

6. department 　 n. [C] one of the major sections of a university, government, or company　(科) 系，部 (門)

► Duncan works in the finance department of the large company.

鄧肯在一家大公司的財務部門工作。

7. display　vt. to show a quality, feeling, or an attitude by how one behaves　顯示，表現　SYN demonstrate

► The musician began to display a talent for music at an early age.

這個音樂家在早期就展現出他的音樂天份。

vt. to show something or put it in a place for people to see it easily　展示，陳列　SYN exhibit

► Some local artists’ paintings will be displayed in the museum next week.

一些當地藝術家的畫作將於下週在博物館展示。

8. broad 　adj. including a lot of different things or people　廣泛的，各式各樣的　SYN wide　ANT narrow

► Cindy loves that restaurant because it offers a broad choice of desserts.

辛蒂喜歡那間餐廳，因為它提供了各式各樣的甜點選擇。

9. demand　 vt. to ask for something firmly　要求

► The police officer demanded that the drunk driver get out of his car.

警官要求那名酒醉司機下車。

demand 　 n. [C] 要求

► My boss met my demand for a pay raise, so I will start to receive higher pay next month.

我的老闆應我的要求加薪，因此我下個月開始會領到較高的薪資。

10. previous 　 adj. (only before n.) happening or existing before the event or thing that is talked about now　先前的，以往的　SYN prior

► Kay decided to adopt Lucky, a dog which had been abandoned in the park by its previous owner.

凱伊決定要收養來福，牠是一隻遭到前主人遺棄在公園的狗。

11. recommend 　vt. to advise someone to do something, or to say that something or someone is good or suitable for a particular purpose　建議，推薦

► The waiter recommended some dishes to the customers when taking their orders.

顧客點餐時，服務生推薦他們一些菜色。

12. topic　 n. [C] a subject that people write or talk about　話題，論題

► In our conversation class, our teacher prepares a topic for us to discuss every week.

上會話課時，我們老師每個星期都會準備一個話題讓我們討論。

13. weakness 　 n. [C] a weak point in a system, design, or someone’s character　缺點，弱點　ANT strength

► Knowing your own strengths and weaknesses can help you improve yourself.

知道自己的優缺點可以幫助你改善自己。

14. demonstrate 　　 vt. to clearly show a particular quality, ability, feeling, or something else, usually by giving proof or examples　表現，證實

► Ken demonstrated his leadership qualities by communicating well with his team members and making wise decisions.

肯藉由跟隊員良好的溝通與明智的決斷表現了他的領導特質。

15. sufficient　adj. as much as is needed　足夠的，充足的　SYN enough　ANT insufficient

► Rick has a sufficient amount of money to buy a house in the city.

瑞克擁有足夠的錢在城市買一間房子。

16. professor 　 n. [C] a teacher at a college or university　教授

► Ms. Ross is a respected professor of history at Princeton University.

羅斯女士在普林斯頓大學是個受人景仰的歷史教授。

17. capable　 adj. having the ability or qualities needed to do something　有能力的，有才能的

► Don’t worry about Molly. She is capable of handling this job.

別擔心莫莉。她有能力處理這項工作。

capability 　 n. [U][C] 能力，才能

► The smartphone has the capability to take photos while recording.

這隻智慧型手機具有同時拍照與錄影的能力。

18. positive 　 adj. hopeful and confident, usually believing that something good will happen　積極的，樂觀的　ANT negative

► Laura has a positive attitude toward life. She always looks on the bright side.

蘿拉對生命抱持樂觀的態度。她總是往好的那一面看。

19. comment　 n. [C][U] an opinion that a person gives about someone or something　評論，意見　SYN remark

► Mason sent his writing to the professor, hoping to receive her comments on it.

梅森將他的寫作傳給教授，希望能得到她的評論。

Comment　vi.; vt. 評論，發表意見　SYN remark

► The actor refused to comment on the gossip about his private life.

這位演員拒絕評論關於自己私生活的八卦。

20. review 　 vt. to think about past events, or to look again at something one has studied　回顧，複習

► Every night before Julia goes to bed, she likes to review what she has done that day.

每晚上床睡覺前，茱莉亞喜歡回顧自己當天做了什麼事。

21. advantage 　n. [C][U] something that makes one person or thing better or more successful than others　優勢，有利條件

► The café is always full of customers because its location gives it a great advantage over the other cafés in the neighborhood.

這家咖啡店總是有許多顧客，因為它的地理位置比這個社區其他咖啡店的有利許多。

disadvantage 　 n. [C][U] 劣勢，不利條件

► In the modern world, people who don’t know how to use a computer are at a disadvantage.

在現代，不會使用電腦的人處於劣勢。

22. enhance 　 vt. to increase or improve something, or to make something better or more valuable　提高，增進

► The colorful flowers were planted to enhance the natural beauty of the park.

這些色彩繽紛的花朵是種植來增進這座公園的自然美。

 

II. Words for Recognition

1. full­time　 adj. 全職的

2. eye contact 　n. [U] 眼神接觸

3. beforehand　adv. 預先，事先

4. interviewee　n. [C] 面試者，受訪者

5. tricky 　adj. 棘手的，難應付的

 

IDIOMS AND PHRASES

1. either way　used for saying that the result will be the same no matter which of two things happens or is true　不管哪一種，無論如何

► I don’t know if Jeffery started the fight or not. Either way, he is going to be in big trouble.

我不知道是否是傑佛瑞引發這場打鬥。無論如何，他即將會有大麻煩。

2. take...seriously　to think someone or something is important and should be given attention and respect　認真對待……

► This course is important, so you’d better take it very seriously.

這堂課程很重要，所以你最好認真對待。

3. as follows　used to introduce more details about something　如下

► The students who have been chosen for the team are as follows: Peter, Paul, and Mary.

入選這個隊伍的學生如下：彼得、保羅和瑪麗。

4. deal with　to take action in order to solve a problem　應付，處理

► Mr. Howard spent two hours dealing with his client’s complaints.

霍華先生花了兩個小時處理顧客的抱怨。

5. get along (with sb)　to have a friendly relationship with someone　(與……) 和睦相處，(和……) 相處融洽　SYN get on (with sb)
► Larry is a nice person, and he gets along with all his neighbors.

賴瑞是個好人，他和所有的鄰居都相處融洽。

6. fit in　to be accepted by or belong to a group　合得來，適應

► Mandy tried to fit in at　（：　ａｄａｐｔ　ｈｅｒｓｅｌｆ　ｔｏ　ｌｉｆｅ　ａｔ）　 her new school by making some friends there.

曼蒂藉由結交一些朋友來試著適應她的新學校。

 

Word Smart

字尾 “-ee” 加於特定動詞後可構成名詞，指「動作承受者」，即「被……的人」之意。 employ → employee　員工                    nominate → nominee　被提名者 examine → examinee　應試者              pay → payee　收款人 interview → interviewee　受訪者         train → trainee　受訓者

 

 

GRAMMAR IN USE

1   as Adv as  possible S + can/could

此為副詞比較的延伸句型，表示「盡可能……，越……越好」之意。此句型中的副詞須使用原級。

 

Examples:

1. It is important to learn interview skills as early as possible.

2. Find out as much as you can about the department or company.

3. The model tried to walk as straight as she could.

 

Let’s Try!

A. 根據句型及提示字改寫下列句子。注意助動詞變化。第一題為範例。

1. Bruce tries to go to bed early every day.

→ Bruce tries to go to bed as early as he can/possible every day.

2. The dog jumped high to catch the Frisbee.

→ The dog jumped                         to catch the Frisbee.

3. My father wanted to finish the housework fast.

→ My father wanted to finish the housework                    .

4. I will return the umbrella to you soon.

→ I will return the umbrella to you                            .

5. The jogger tried to run far in an hour.

→ The jogger tried to run                           in an hour.

 

[Ans.] 2. as high as it could/possible 3. as fast as he could/possible 4. as soon as I can/possible 5. as far as he/she could/possible

 

B. 根據句型將以下各題的字詞重組。

1. I/as/the survey/as quickly/completed/I could

                                                           

2. will contact/as/you/as possible/soon/Our company

                                                           

3. she can/Carrie/wants to stay/as long/as/in this beautiful hotel

                                                           

4. as/moved/carefully/My brother/as possible/the glass vase

                                                          

5. help others/tries to/The kind man/as possible/as/much

                                                          

 

[Ans.] 1. I completed the survey as quickly as I could. 2. Our company will contact you as soon as possible. 3. Carrie wants to stay in this beautiful hotel as long as she can. 4. My brother moved the glass vase as carefully as possible. 5. The kind man tries to help others as much as possible.

 

2   S1 + recommend/insist/demand/order + that + S2 + (should) V....

此句型用來表示「建議」(recommend)、「堅持」(insist)、「要求」(demand) 或「命令」(order)。that子句中的should常被省略，故子句中的動詞常以原形動詞表示。

 

Examples:

1. It is recommended that you (should) find a list of questions on the Internet.

2. My parents insisted that I (should) return home by 9 p.m.

3. Most interviewers demand that interviewees (should) introduce themselves.

4. The shopkeeper ordered that all the staff (should) wear name tags.

 

Let’s Try!

A. 根據句型合併下列句子。

1.  Ian should finish the work in a week.

His boss ordered that.

→                                                        

2.  We should buy a house near an MRT station.

The agent recommended that.

→                                                        

3.  Christine should take the medicine three times a day.

The doctor demanded that.

→                                                       

4.  I shouldn’t drink coffee on an empty stomach.

My mother insisted that.

→                                                       

 

[Ans.] 1. Ian’s boss ordered that Ian (should) finish the work in a week. 2. The agent recommended that we (should) buy a house near an MRT station. 3. The doctor demanded that Christine (should) take the medicine three times a day. 4. My mother insisted that I shouldn’t/not drink coffee on an empty stomach.

 

B. Hank想去日本打工度假，因此他詢問了日本交流協會人員Yuki一些問題。根據句型重組提示字以完成下列對話。(H = Hank, Y = Yuki)

H: Excuse me, could you tell me how long I can stay in Japan if I have a working holiday visa?

Y: Sure. The Japanese government ¹                                        

                                                                       

(traveler­workers/not/that/for more than one year/stay/demands).

H: OK. I’ll turn 18 next month. Can I apply for the visa now?

Y: I’m afraid not. The Japanese government ²                              
                                     (people/demands/over 18/be/that)
to apply for this visa. So, you will have to wait until the next application period (期間).

H: All right. By the way, do I need to pass the Japanese­Language Proficiency Test?

Y: Well, the Japanese government does not ³                              
          (that/the test/people/insist/pass) before they apply for the visa.
However, I still ⁴                                                      
(learn/recommend/you/that/some Japanese) before you travel to Japan.

H: I see. Oh, one more thing: During my stay in Japan, if my parents ⁵   
                                                                       
(order/come back to Taiwan/that/I), is that all right?

Y: Yes, that’s fine, but you will then need to apply for a re­entry permit (再入國許可) before you leave Japan.

H: OK. Thank you so much for your help.

 

[Ans.] 1. demands that traveler-workers not stay for more than one year 2. demands that people be over 18 3. insist that people pass the test 4. recommend that you learn some Japanese 5. order that I come back to Taiwan

 

ENGLISH WORKSHOP

I. Preparing a Résumé

無論升學或求職，準備一份簡述個人基本資料的履歷對面試相當重要。好的履歷表不僅能使面試官印象深刻，亦能幫助面試者更加了解自己。以下提供一份英文的履歷範本。

 

II. Creating Your Own Résumé

試著回答下列問題，並參考第一部分的履歷表，製作一份屬於自己的履歷吧！

1. Have you ever received any awards or honors?

    _________________________________________________________

2. Have you ever participated in any activities?

    _________________________________________________________

3. Do you have any skills that you are proud of?

    _________________________________________________________

4. Do you have any work experience, or have you taken any training courses?

    _________________________________________________________

 

CONVERSATION

Carol and Alan are talking about their plans for the future after they graduate from vocational high school. (C = Carol, A = Alan)

C: Have you made up your mind about what to do after you graduate?

A: Yes, I want to go to college for further study.

C: Which department would you like to apply to?

A: The Department of Tourism. I’ve always wanted to be a tour guide.

C: Nice choice. Being a tour guide is totally your thing.

A: Thanks. And what about you? What are you going to do after high school?

C: Since I enjoy baking and decorating cakes, I hope to find a job as a dessert chef after graduation.

A: Wow! I can imagine that you become a professional dessert maker someday.

C: That’s my greatest wish, but I’ll need to get some certificates first.

A: How will you get the certificates you need?

C: I’ll have to pass the tests for them. Actually, I’ve already signed up for a related course.

A: Good for you. I’m also thinking about getting a license to be a professional tour guide as early as possible.

C: Good luck. Let’s both work hard to make our dreams come true!

 

Tips for You

1. further [`f3D2] adj. 更進一步的 2. tourism [`t5rIz1m] n. [U] 觀光業，旅遊業 3. dessert [dI`z3t] n. [U] 甜點

4. certificate [s2`tIf1kIt] n. [C] 證書 5. sign up　報名 6. license [`laIsNs] n. [C] 執照

 

LISTENING PRACTICE

下面五題，每題請聽錄音內容所播出的一段對話及一個相關問題，聽完後從A、B、C、D四個選項中，選出一個最適合的答案。

(   ) 1. (A) Their job interviews.
(B) Their previous work experience.
(C) Their present positions.
(D) Their future careers.

(   ) 2. (A) Find a hobby.
(B) Get a job as an engineer.
(C) Become a professional basketball player.
(D) Enhance his basketball skills.

(   ) 3. (A) Her faith.
(B) Her own problem.
(C) The man’s strength.
(D) The man’s weakness.

(   ) 4. (A) She hopes to get a new job.
(B) She wishes to open a café.
(C) She wants to go to Japan.
(D) She is planning to quit her part­time job.

(   ) 5. (A) He would like to study in the U.S.A.
(B) He won’t apply to a university abroad.
(C) He has already graduated from high school.
(D) His parents are demanding that he go to the U.S.A.

 

[Ans.] 1. D  2. B  3. C  4. C  5. A [Script] 1. M: What do you want to do in the future? W: I want to be a dentist. How about you? M: Well, I want to be a chef. I love cooking. W: I’m sure that you will be a great chef one day. Q: What are the man and the woman talking about? 2. W: Would you like to become a professional basketball player after graduation? M: No, I’ve decided to get a job as an engineer. W: That’s too bad. You are an excellent basketball player. M: Well, basketball is just a hobby for me. Q: What has the man decided to do? 3. M: I wish that I could be more like you. You always know how to get along well with others. W: You have your own advantages, too. For example, you’re good at dealing with problems. M: Oh, I guess you’re right. I should have more faith in myself. W: That’s the spirit! Q: What is the woman talking about? 4. M: What do you plan to do this summer vacation? W: I want to take a trip to Japan, but I don’t have enough money yet. M: So, I guess you’ll keep on working part-time at the café. W: Yeah. It’s the only way I can save enough money for the trip. Q: Which statement about the woman is true? 5. M: It’s always been my dream to study at a university in the United States. W: That would be great, but you’ll need to finish high school here first. M: Of course. I’ll need to get my parents’ permission as well. W: Good luck!   Q: Which statement about the man is true?

 

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I. Vocabulary

填入最符合句意的單字以完成下列句子。

_________ 1. Don’t wear jeans to the big meeting because they are not a______e for such an important event.

_________ 2. Store owners often d______y their latest products in the windows of their stores.

_________ 3. Claire was a classmate of mine at my p______s school. We used to study together when I was a student there.

_________ 4. My teacher made some c______ts on my report, pointing out its strengths and weaknesses.

_________ 5. Victor failed the test mainly because he wasn’t given s______t time to prepare for it.

 

[Ans.] 1. appropriate  2. display  3. previous  4. comments  5. sufficient

 

II. Filling in the Blanks

從框中選出適當的字詞填入下列句子。

in               to               of               for              with

1. The host expects __________ see around 50 people at the party.

2. The speaker was presented __________ a bouquet of flowers at the end of his speech.

3. Peggy has never been late __________ school.

4. Tickets to the show are cheaper if you book __________ advance.

5. Ruby is capable __________ cooking a big meal on her own.

 

[Ans.] 1. to  2. with  3. for  4. in  5. of

 

III. Multiple Choice

根據句意選出語法最適當的答案。

(   ) 1. I walked quietly to avoid ______ my parents.

(A) wake           (B) wakes          (C) woke          (D) waking

(   ) 2. The actress said that she would only answer questions ______ to her new movie.

(A) relate           (B) relates          (C) related        (D) to relating

(   ) 3. The lawyer always appears ______ professional when she meets clients.
(A) like              (B) ×                  (C) as               (D) to

(   ) 4. The doctor recommended that Leo ______ more fruit and vegetables.

(A) eat               (B) eaten           (C) eating         (D) to eating

(   ) 5. Mr. Lin tried to find out as ______ he could about his new job.

(A) much as       (B) more as        (C) much than   (D) more than

 

[Ans.] 1. D  2. C  3. B  4. A  5. A

 

IV. Sentence­Writing

i. 將下列字詞重組成合乎語法的句子。

1. as/spoke to/as loudly/The class leader/she could/the whole class

_________________________________________________________

2. Tony/as possible/tried to/as long/hold his breath (閉氣)/in the water

_________________________________________________________

ii. 將下列句子合併。

3.   We should visit the national park nearby.

The local man recommended that.

→ ______________________________________________________

4.   The report should be written in English.

The professor demanded that.

→ ______________________________________________________

5.   I shouldn’t watch TV during dinner.

My father insists that.

→ ______________________________________________________

 

[Ans.] 1. The class leader spoke to the whole class as loudly as she could. 2. Tony tried to hold his breath in the water as long as possible./   Tony tried to hold his breath as long as possible in the water. 3. The local man recommended that we (should) visit the national park nearby. 4. The professor demanded that the report (should) be written in English. 5. My father insists that I shouldn’t/not watch TV during dinner.

 

V. Guided Translation

根據中文填入最適當的單字以完成下列英文句子。每格限填一字。

1. 別這麼認真對待Edward說的話。他只是在開玩笑。

Don’t __________ what Edward said so __________. He was just joking.

2. 動物園僱用了一位非常擅長應付動物的知名馴獸師。

The zoo __________ a well­known animal trainer, who is very good at __________ __________ animals.

3. 我不確定晚餐是否能出席，但無論如何，我都會幫你訂餐廳的位子。

I’m not sure whether I can make it to the dinner or not, but __________ __________, I will help you reserve a table at the restaurant.

4. 令老師鬆了一口氣的是，那位轉學生對適應學校毫無困難。

To the teacher’s relief, the transfer student had no trouble __________ __________ at the school.

5. Tracy是個隨和的人，她和所有的同事都相處融洽。

Tracy is an easygoing person, and she __________ __________ well __________ all her colleagues.

 

[Ans.] 1. take…seriously 2. hired/employed…dealing with 3. either way 4. fitting in 5. gets along/on…with