剑桥商务英语教程 Unit18- Future- trends
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可编辑修改精选全文完整版新编剑桥商务英语中级第三版MODULE 1To: All StaffFrom: Ray BonnerDate: 24th JuneSubject: Trial of flexitime systemFurther to our previous meeting, we are pleased to be able to confirm that the new flexitime system will come into operation as from 1st August. The system applies to all administrative and office staff. May I remind you that any production staff on the current shift system remain unaffected by these changes.From:Hi, RonaHow are you? I got a note to say you called. Great news that you p assed your final exam! I’m sorry that I didn’t get back to you but it’s been crazy here. The network was down for three days so all our customers were receiving the wrong orders! Anyway, how about meeting for lunch this week? If you can’t make it, don’t fo rget the party this weekend. Do you want me to pick you up at 8?See you soon,EveDear Mr. Hynes:RE: Replacement of item 00-A104With regard to your letter dated 12th June, I am writing to confirm that we can offer you a replacement item and this will be sent out today. I would like to apologize for the delay with this.Unfortunately, this was due to recent changes to our network. On behalf of Lar Bonner I would like to thank you for your custom. We look forward to working with you again in the future.Yours sincerelyEvelyn BoerCustomer ServicesTel: 0207 865 849You are a manager at Lar Bonner. After a meeting with staff, the company has agreed to extend parental leave for fathers from two weeks to three weeks. Write a memo to all staff.Refer to the previous meeting.Say when the new system will begin (25th September).Remind staff that their managers need one month’s notice. To: All StaffFrom: (Name of student)Date: 25th JulySubject: Parental LeaveFurther to our previous meeting, I am pleased to confirm that parental leave for fathers has been extended to three weeks. The new system will come into operation as from 25th September. May I remind you that your managers will require one month’s notice? MODULE 21. Read the application for a job. Write the verb in brackets in the past simple, present perfect or present perfect continuous.Dear Sir or Madam,I __Saw__ (see) your advert for the post of Client Services Executive in yesterday's newspaper and I would like to apply for the position.As you can see from my attached CV, I _have been working_ (work) for my current company for over two years. I _joined_ (join)Mackintyre and Co in 2007 and since then, I _have had_ (have) many opportunities to develop my skills. However, I _ have been considering_ (consider) a career change with a new challenge for a number of months and this seems like the perfect moment to make that move.I see from recent press reports that your company _has expanded/has been expanding_ (expand) its operations in China and therefore I would like to draw your attention to my degree in Oriental Studies and Mandarin which I _completed_ (complete) in 2006. Combined with my current MBA, which I _ have been studying_ (study) for part-time at the local university, I feel that I。
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MODULE 3 BUSINESS TOPIC3.1 Communication at workVOCABULARY Mean of communication1What does this quotation mean to you?‘Think like a wise man but communication in the language of the people.’W.B. Yeats, poet (1865-1939)2 Delete the verb that does NOT go with each type of business communication.0 an email send /draft /post1 a phone call do/make /receive2 a press release put up /issue/put out3 an advertising campaign launch/run /make4 a presentation give /make/ tell5 a meeting or seminar hold /attend /carry out6 a report produce/run/publish7 a notice put out/put up/ display8 a memo to all concerned publish/send out/circulate9 information on the Internet post/make/put3 For which of the following would you feel most confident using your English?And least confident? Discuss with your partner.a presentation a meeting a phone call a report an email4 Discuss these quotations with your partner.●Have you had good experiences of dealing with companies through callcentres?●Do you shop on the Internet? WHY? /WHYNOT?●With which products or services is face-to-face contact helpful? With which isit unnecessary?5 Read the five extracts from the magazine Management Now on page27 andthen match each of the eight statements (1-8) with one of the extracts. You will need to use some of the texts more than one.0 You can gather a lot of customer data with modern computer systems. A1 One future trend will be more direct contact between companies and their customers._____2Business hasn’t really changed, only the media of communication._____3Companies need to think about which channel is most appropriate to their customers ’needs._______4Customers are frequently frustrated by not being put though quickly to the person they need to speak to._____5There is less human interaction nowadays, but this isn’t necessarily bad for the customer.________MANAGEMENT NOW. APRIL ISSUEBetter communication?‘THE MORE ELABORATE OUR MEANS of communication, the less we communication.ˊThese were the words of Joseph Priestly over 200 years ago .But if that was true then ,what would he make of communications technology today?Natalie Fitzgerald asked five people working in the field what they thought.A Bill Osmond, data analystI think he’s got a good point. Powerful IT systems give companies enormous amounts of information on customer behavior, but it’s what they can do this data that matters.A good example in recent years was Centrica, the British utility company. It acquired a big portfolio of different companies and then spent huge amounts of money on an IT system designed to cross-sell its various products and services-financial services, telephone contracts, energy supply and so on _to the customers in its different businesses. But they never managed to do it, because their IT people were unable to merge all the customer databases or to make them talk to each otherB SARAH BRIDGESTONE, former call centre managerAbsolutely. Call centres can more often act as a barrier than a help. Talk the example of a well-known mobile phone operator. When a customer calls, he’s given a list of options to choose from: dial I for bill enquiries, 2 to upgrade his handset, 3 if he has a technical problem, 4 if he’s thinking of leaving the company. From each of these he’s taken through another list of options. If he still can’t find what he is looking for, he’s invited to ‘stay on the line until an operator becomes available’. This can take up to ten minutes, by which time he is now seriously thinking of going back to option 4 and cancelling his contract. It really seems counter-productive.C DOUG COOK, bank managerThere is no doubt that modern communication channels have depersonalized a lot of customer contact. Banks have been doing this for years, trying to commoditise the service that they offer so that they can rationalize it and make it cheaper to deliver Most transactions- bank deposits, cash withdrawals, issuing of statements-have been automated whether at a cash machine, over the phone or online. This has saved companies and the customer money. But cost-cutting is by no means the only driver- it’s a trend also driver by customer demand for a quick and flexible service.D FARHANA PATEL, online retailerIt’s just about convenience. Whether I text you a message or tell you the same message face-to-face, it’s still a message. The growth of Internet shopping compared to that of high street shopping shows very clearly that customers want cheaper and more accessible services. Sellers like the convenience too of course. eBay started out as a market place for individuals but, increasingly, companies have used it to sell products direct to consumers. In face it’s not very different f rom a traditional market place. There is still a community of buyers and sellers who talk to each other and do business just the same as if they were dealing face-to-face.E BRIAN MACWHINNEY, management consultantBusinesses are often too quick to embrace new technology in order to save money or gain a competitive advantage. But applying the same solution to all types of business is never a good idea. There are cultural factors to consider. Using a call centre in India to handle enquiries about train times on railways in Europe is a bad idea because it isn’t suited to customers’ expectations. On the other hand, a European customer of a computer company doesn’t really mind if his technical problem is solved by a call centre operator in India or Ireland or Al aska, because it doesn’t require any cultural knowledge. Good communication is about finding the right channel. In time, I expect we’ll see a return to more face-to-face contact with customers and more local services. SPEAKING 1 Which of the following do you find useful? When do you use it? Why?mobile phone email SMS MSN Blackberry2 Decide the best ways to communication the following messages.first letter has been written for you).0 To answer somebody, you give a reply.1 To ask for something, you make a r_____.2 To help someone remember, you give them a r_____.3 To suggest or recommend something, you make a p_____.4 To say something publicly, you make an a______.5 To say sorry you make an a______.6 To insist that someone does something, you make a d_____.GRAMMARGrammar TipOften verbs that express a similar notion will take the same form, eg dissuade discourage, deter are all followed by someone from doing.This can also be the case with opposite notions, eg agree and refuse +to do.I discouraged him from applying for the job.I dissuaded him from applying for the job.Verb patternsIn the email below, all the forms following the communication verbs (discuss, apologise etc) are underlined. Some are incorrect. Correct them.Dear Jimfor givingfor givingFirst of all, I would like to thank you (0) about giving up your time to help us.It’s very kind of you to agree (1) working with us on this project-I know you are very busy. When we last met, we discussed (2) about creating a special team to deal with complaints from customers. I have since had a meeting with Sarah, the head of theCustomer Services team, and I have persuaded her (3) to join us. She suggested (4) to meet next week to put a plan in place. In the meantime, she is going to encourage her team (5) for giving their ideas.I must just tell (6) to you something which happened last week that shows how much we need a better system for dealing with complaints.Last week, a customer rang to complain (7) about having to wait one month for delivery of a DVD player. He accused us (8) to keep his money so that we could earn interest on it before delivering the product. The sales person who answered the call offered (9) giving him a discount, without even checking the history of the order. When I checked, I discovered an email from us in forming the customer when he thought the product (10) that there will be a one-month delay in delivery. The salesman was very defensive and said that he couldn’t be criticized (11) of trying to keep the customer happy!So you see, we’ve got a lot of work to do. Looking forward to hearing from you. Best wishesKarenPS Remind me (12) to pay for lunch next time!5 Put the words below into their correct place in the table.urge threaten propose undertake praise blame recommend deny convince6 Complete these sentences.0 They threaten to take us to court if we didn’t pay them immediately.1 It’s a very sensitive issue. I suggest __________ an anonymous email.2 Once, in a restaurant, I complained ___________ and the manager told us to leave.3 What a waste of time! We spent three hours discussing___________.4 The company offered__________, but amazingly she refused.5 I’ve promised ___________ by tomorrow morning.6 I can’t believe you had to remind him ____________. That’s h is job.7 The regulator accused the company ______________ in its advertisements. GRAMMER 1 Talk about one of the situations 1-4, answering the following questions. Remember to use the correct verb patterns.●When did it take place?●What happened?●Who was there?●What was sai d1 an unusual presentation or talk that you attended2 a memorable job interview you had3 a meeting where two people disagreed strongly4 an interesting business proposition that was made to youWhen I was in my final year of university, a friend asked me if I wanted to join him in a new business venture. Before I could agree to do it, I had to be sure that it was…LISTENIING Dealing with problems2 Look at this customer charter published on the website of Penco Telecommunications. How is it intended to make you feel about the company? Do you believe their promises?Penco Telecommunications… service is our passionCustomer charterOur promise. We will:respect your privacy and keep your detail confidential.offer you the best rates for national and local calls: if you find better, we’ll refund the difference.answer your calls to our customer service centre within three rings.be punctual for service visit appointments(never more than one hour late).give you impartial advice on the best telephone and technology package for you. answer any email within four hours and any letter within five days.carry out satisfaction surveys each three months to ensure you are happy with our service.3 3.1 Listen to this phone conversation between an angry customer and a call centre operator for PencoTelecommunications.1What is the customer’s problem?2What solution s does the operator suggest?3Which one does the customer accept?4 3.1 Listen again and complete the phrases that the operator uses to deal sensitively and efficiently with the problem. Use 1-3 words for each space.1 I ____________ the wait, sir.2 Can I have your number and I__________ it straightaway?3 Don’t worry, I’ll________ to you.4 He can be there by 6 pm._______________ convenient?5 I __________ understand. In ____________, I’m going to have to reschedule him for another day.6 I ____________ what I can do. Please just___________ for a moment.7 Would that be___________________?8 If you ____________ tell me your mobile number, I can get that activated immediately.SPEAKING Handling calls sensitively5 Work with a partner. Take it in turns to make the call or receive the call. Study each situation and then act out the telephone conversation. Deal sensitively with each problem. Look at the notes below and prepare your telephone calls.Student A1 You work for a parcel delivery company. Your computers have been behaving strangely today. Receive the call from a customer.2 You ordered a fish tank from a mail order company. The picture in the catalogue showed a complete fish tank with heater, air pump and fish. But when it arrived it was just a glass box. Telephone to complain.3 It is 6:30 in the morning. You rec eive a call from someone that you don’t know.You don’t like receiving unsolicited calls at home.4You work in the service department of an electricity company. You receive a request which is not really possible to satisfy.Students B1 You have ordered delivery of a new laptop computer. When you track the order onthe internet, you find that it has gone from Ireland to HongKong. You live in London. Telephone to find out what’s happening.2 You work for a mail order company that supplies aquariums and accessories. You receive a call from an unhappy and confused customer.3 You work for a promotions company for a fitness club. You call potential customers in the evenings to offer them a free month’s trial of their local gym. Mak e the call.4 While at work you suddenly realise that you have left your iron on at home –in a small village one hour’s drive away. Telephone the electricity company to see if they can cut of the electricity supply to your house.。
初级商务英语Unit18
Unit 18Factory tourPrepositions of place1. ListeningA Plant Manager is showing some visitors around an electronic assembly plant that makes printed circuit boards. As you listen, match each object with the phrase describing its location. The first one has been done for you.Listening taskRight. Basically there are three parts of the plant-the supply are, the assembly area and the despatch area.So let’s start here in the supply area. The raw materials come by truck and are off-loaded onto a conveyor. The conveyor takes them into the supply room. As you can see, this room is divided into three storage areas. On the shelves we store the electronic components. Stacked up against the wall are the boards and between the boards and the shelves we store the chemicals used in the process.Right, let’s go through into the assembly area. In this first part, the boards are cut into shape. There is one passing through the cutter now and then holes are drilled into the board... the boards come out of the drilling machine and then the components are inserted into the holes. If we go across to the other side, you’ll see the boards coming off a conveyor.So the assembled boards then go into the despatch area, which is behind this door. The boards are sorted according to their type and size over here-on this big table. Then they are stacked in front of this table here. And finally they are packed in boxes ready for despatch.Supply areaObject1. raw materials2. conveyor3. components4. boards5. chemicalsLocation phrasea. takes them into supply roomb. stacked against the wallc. off-loaded onto a conveyore. stored between the boards and shelvesf. stored on shelves.Assembly areaObject6. boards7. holes8. boards9. components10. boardsLocation phrasef. come out of drilling machineg. inserted into boardsh. pass through a cutteri. come off a conveyorj. drilled into boardsDespatch areaObject11. assembled boards12. despatch area13.boards14. boards15. boardsLocation phrasek. stacked in front of tablem. Go into despatch arean. Packed in boxeso. behind this door2. PresentationNotice how the following prepositions are used to refer to place:请见附图183. Controlled practiceComplete the following sentences with an appropriate preposition.1. London lies ___________ the River Thames.2. I’ll meet you _______ the airport. (i.e. the terminal building)3. I’ll meet you _______ the airport. (i.e. that point on the map)4. (looking at a map) I can’t fin d Tweedale Street at all. It must be _________ the map.5. Cologne is _________ Bonn and Dusseldorf.6. We walked _________ the main hall to the conference room.7. My car is parked ______ _______ _______ the building.8. Where’s Peter? He just walked ________ ________ the office.9. Come _______ my office. We can talk in private there.10. On a clear day, you can see _______ the Channel _______ France.11. Now I remember the bridge. It’s ______ the River Avon12. Exhausted after the meeting, he dropped his briefcase ________ the desk.13. He put the document _________ the safe.14. I took the letter ________ ________ the filing cabinet.15. The ship sails _________ Hamburg __________ Stockholm.16. The tunnel will built 100 metres ________ sea level.课文注释及词汇讲解* basically 基本地e.g. Basically there are three parts of the plant—the supply area, the assembly area and the despatch area.工厂基本由三个部分组成——供货区、装配区和发货区。
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剑桥商务英语中级考试历年真题荟萃注：这里讲解的题目是人邮版第四辑真题TEST 1 阅读部分的Part one.Questions 1-7Look at the statements below and the article about the development of future business leaders on the opposite page.Which section of the article (A, B, C or D) does each statement (1-7) refer to?For each statement (1-7), mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.You will need to use some of these letters more than once.1 Managers need to take action to convince high-flyers of their value to the firm.2 Organisations need to look beyond the high-flyers they are currently developing.3 There is a concern that firms investing in training for high-flyers may not gain the benefits themselves.4 Managers need expert assistance from within their own firms in developing high-flyers.5 Firms currently identify high-flyers without the support of a guidance strategy.6 Managers are frequently too busy to deal with the development of high-flyers.7 Firms who work hard on their reputation as an employer willinterest high-flyers.The Stars of the FutureA Existing management research does not tell us much about how to find and develop high-flyers, those people who have the potential to reach the top of an organisation. As a result, organisations are left to formulate their own systems. A more effective overall policy for developing future leaders is needed, which is why the London Business School has launched the Tomorrow's Leaders Research Group (TLRG). The group contains representatives from 20 firms, and meets regularly to discuss the leadership development of the organisations' high-flyers.B TLRG recognises just how significant line managers are in the process of leadership development. Unfortunately, with today's flat organisations, where managers have functional as well as managerial responsibilities, people development all too often falls victim to heavy workloads. One manager in the research group was unconvinced by the logic of sending his best people away on development courses, 'only to see them poached by another department or, worse still, another firm'. This fear of losing high-flyers runs deep in the organisations that make up the research group.C TLRG argues that the task of management is not necessarily about employee retention, but about creating 'attraction centres'. 'We must help line managers to realise that if their companies are known as ones that develop their people, they will have a greater appeal to high-flyers,' said one advisor. Furthermore, selecting people for, say, a leadership development programme is a sign of commitment from management to an individual. Loyalty can then be more easily demanded in return.D TLRG has concluded that a company's HR specialists need to take action and engage with line managers individually about their role in the development of high-flyers. Indeed, in order to benefit fully from training high-flyers as the senior managers of the future, firms must actually address the development of all managers who will be supporting the high-flyers. Without this, managers will not be in a position to give appropriate advice. And when eventually the high-flyers do move on, new ones will be needed to replace them. The next challenge will be to find a new generation of high-flyers.首先得搞明白的是这篇文章到底讲的什么。
剑桥商务英语教程 Unit18- Future- trends
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1 service industries 2 electronic immigrants 3 cash 4 smart cards 5 information
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W: Do you think cash will become unnecessary in the next century?
M: Oh, I’m sure it will. People will use credit cards or other forms of plastic money, so no one will need cash as well.
I: Finally, what about investment?
G: We think that investment will increase next year. Companies have to put more money into computer systems and into making their factories more modern.
Production
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Inflation up- we can’t
afford to buy things
Exports
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Strong currency- people
abroad can’t afford to buy our products
Imports
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People will buy more
Interviewer: Today we have Bob Green, an economics expert, in the studio with us. Bob, could you tell us something about the economic forecasts for next year? For example, what will happen to inflation?
TPO18 speaking
TPO-181.Imagine your life ten years in the future. Talk about one way you thinkyour life will be different in ten years than it is now. Use details to explain your answer.2.Do you agree or disagree with the following statement?It is important to learn about other cultures.Use details and examples to explain your opinion.3.University Choir to Enter Off-Campus Singing CompetitionsCurrently, the university choir gives singing concerts only on campus. Next year, however, the choir will add competitive events at other locations to its schedule. The choir’s new director feels that entering singing competitions will make the quality of the choir's performance even better than it is now. "Competitions will motivate students in the choir to pursue a higher standard of excellence in singing," he said. In addition, it is hoped that getting the choir off campus and out in the public will strengthen the reputation of the university s music program. This in turn will help the program grow.The man expresses his opinion about the change described in the article. Briefly summarize the change. Then state his opinion about the change and explain the reasons he gives for holding that opinion.4.Relict BehaviorIn general, animals act in ways that help them to survive within their specific habitats. However, sometimes an animal species may display a behavior that no longer serves a clear purpose. The original purpose for the behavior may have disappeared long ago, even thousands of years before. These behaviors, known as relict behaviors, were useful to the animal when the species' habitat was different: but now, because of changed conditions, the behavior no longer serves its original purpose. Left over from an earlier time, the behavior remains as a relict, or remnant, long after the environmental circumstance that influenced its evolution has vanished.Using the example of the pronghorn and lion, explain the concept of a relict behavior.5. Briefly summarize the problem the speakers are discussing. Then state which solution you would recommend. Explain the reasons for yourrecommendation.6. Using points and examples from the talk, explain the concept of diffusion.。
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剑桥雅思11-18大作文题目汇总The Cambridge IELTS series is a widely recognized and trusted resource for individuals preparing to take the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam. Within this series, the writing section often presents thought-provoking essay prompts that require candidates to articulate their thoughts on a variety of topics. In this response, we will explore a comprehensive overview of the various essay prompts from Cambridge IELTS 11-18, delving into historical background, different perspectives, case studies, critical evaluation, and future implications or recommendations related to the titles.Historical Background or Development:The essay prompts in the Cambridge IELTS 11-18 series cover a wide range of topics, reflecting the evolving landscape of global issues and concerns. These prompts are designed to elicit thoughtful and well-structured responses from candidates, allowing them to showcase their ability to articulate ideas, present arguments, and analyze complex issues. The development of these prompts is rooted in the need to assess candidates' proficiency in the English language, as well as their capacity to engage with diverse subject matter.Analyzing Different Perspectives or Opinions:One of the key features of the essay prompts in the Cambridge IELTS 11-18 series is their ability to encompass a spectrum of perspectives and opinions. Candidates are encouraged to consider multiple viewpoints, demonstrating their capacity to critically evaluate and engage with differing opinions on a given topic. This multifaceted approach not only challenges candidates to think critically but also enables them to develop a more nuanced understanding of complex issues.Case Studies or Examples:In responding to the essay prompts in the Cambridge IELTS 11-18 series, candidates often draw upon real-world case studies or examples to illustrate key points. This approach not only enriches their responses but also demonstratestheir ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations. By incorporating relevant case studies or examples, candidates can provide concrete evidence to support their arguments and showcase the depth of their understanding.Critical Evaluation of the Topic:The essay prompts in the Cambridge IELTS 11-18 series often require candidates to critically evaluate the topic at hand, weighing the benefits and drawbacks of a particular issue. This critical evaluation demands a comprehensive analysis, where candidates must consider the implications, limitations, and potential consequences of the topic under discussion. By engaging in this evaluative process, candidates can demonstrate their ability to think critically and reflect on the complexities of real-world issues.Future Implications or Recommendations:In conclusion, the essay prompts in the Cambridge IELTS 11-18 series serve as a valuable platform for candidates to engage with a diverse array of topics, develop their critical thinking skills, and hone their ability to articulate complex ideas. By delving into historical background, analyzing different perspectives, incorporating case studies or examples, offering a critical evaluation, and considering future implications or recommendations, candidates can craft well-rounded and compelling responses that showcase their proficiency in the English language and their capacity to engage with complex global issues. As candidates prepare for the IELTS exam, the essay prompts in the Cambridge IELTS11-18 series offer an invaluable opportunity to refine their writing skills and demonstrate their readiness to engage with the challenges of the modern world.。
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G: Thank you.
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Economic indicator ↑/↓
Reason
Inflation
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Wages have gone up
Interest rates
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To control inflation
I: Finally, what about investment?
G: We think that investment will increase next year. Companies have to put more money into computer systems and into making their factories more modern.
Green: Well, I predict that inflation will rise slightly, by about 4%. Wages have gone up this year, and this usually means prices rise, too.
I: OK, and what about interest rates?
have all the information stores need.
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M: I’m certain information will be the most important commodity of the future. If you don’t believe me, just look how popular the Internet has become in the past few years!
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W: Do you think cash will become unnecessary in the next century?
M: Oh, I’m sure it will. People will use credit cards or other forms of plastic money, so no one will need cash as well.
I: That’s too bad- no new car for me next year! Now what about production?
G: Well, this is all part of the cycle: wages go up, inflation goes up, interest rates go up, so production usually falls. And, of course, with rising inflation, we won’t buy as much ourselves, either! We predict that production will fall next year by about 5% because our currency will be stronger. This means that fewer people abroad will buy our goods because they are too expensive. Exports will fall, so we will not need to produce as much.
解 Smart card 智能卡 Service industry 服务业 Electronic immigrant 电子移民
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1 service industries 2 electronic immigrants 3 cash 4 smart cards 5 information
Interviewer: Today we have Bob Green, an economics expert, in the studio with us. Bob, could you tell us something about the economic forecasts for next year? For example, what will happen to inflation?
2 W: I expect smart cards will replace all the
cards we have at present. M: Really? Why do you think that? W: Well, all you will need is one card- it’ll
I: Falling production, falling exports- that all sounds rather bad! What about imports then?
G: Well, we predict that these will rise by 7%. People might not have so much money to spend, but what they do buy will probably be electronic goods, and we will import more of these to meet demand.
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1 will rise 2 will increase 3 didn’t rise 4 will go up 5 will go down 6 will fall
C. Listening
New words:
Economics n. 经济学 Economics expert 经济专家 Indicator ['ɪndɪkeɪtə] n. 指示器；[试剂] 指示剂； Inflation [ɪn'fleɪʃ(ə)n] n. 膨胀；通货膨胀 Currency ['kʌr(ə)nsɪ]n. 货币；通货 Export [ˈekspɔːt] n. 输出,出口 Import n. 进口，进口货
Unit 18 Future trends
AIMS
1. Express prediction of future trends 2. Express degrees of certainty 3. Future time will future for forecasts and predictions 4. Degrees of certainty
electronic goods
Investment
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Companies will buy
computer systems and
modernize factories
18.2 Talking about the future
A. Vocabulary Illustration [ɪlə‘streɪʃ(ə)n] n. 说明；插图；例证；图
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Housing costs Food prices Unemployment Wages Petrol prices
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1 T 2 F 3 T 4 F 5 F
B. Language focus
Will (forecasts and predictions)
Petrol prices
increase slightly
Unemployment will rise
slowly
Wages
won’t
go up/down rapidly[‘ræpɪdlɪ] 迅速的
Food prices
decrease dramatically
Housing costs
fall
[drə‘mætɪkli] 显著地
Production
↓
Inflation up- we can’t
afford to buy things
Exports
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Strong currency- peord to buy our products
Imports
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People will buy more
I’m sure it won’t happen.
Answers
1 I’m sure cash will… 2 I expect smart cards will… 3 I’m certain information will … 4 I don’t think many people will… 5 I expect we will…
B. Reading
New words:
Rate n. 比率；速度 Transaction [træn'zækʃ(ə)n] n. 交易；事务 microprocessor [maɪkrə(ʊ)‘prəʊsesə]n. [计] 微处理器 Memory [计] 存储器
Identification [aɪ,dentɪfɪ'keɪʃ(ə)n] n. 身份证明 commodity [kə'mɒdɪtɪ]n. 商品，货物；日用品
A. Presentation
Our prediction for next year are that unemployment will fall and wages will increase. If you want to buy a house, do it now as housing costs will rise next year. The good news is that petrol prices will decrease [dɪ'kris] vt. 减少，减小 next year, but food prices will go up.