話題一(諮詢信)：
Directions:
As part of a student social survey project, you are leading a group to visit an exhibition in a small town. Write a letter to:
1) ask for information regarding such things as the contents of the exhibition,
2) the dates of its opening and closing.
Dear Sir or Madam,
As hearty and fervent art lovers, a group of students have been expecting the exhibition for a long time. Being the organizer, I am writing the letter with the purpose of inquiring information concerning the historical exhibition in your town.
To be specific, I wonder if it is possible that you can provide me with some information of its theme and objects on display. Moreover, could you please tell me specifically about dates of its opening and closing? By the way, for the better preparation, I also hope to acquire your precious suggestions to me if possible.
Your prompt attention to this letter would be highly appreciated. I am earnestly expecting your immediate response.
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
話題二(倡議信)：
Directions:
Suppose you are a reader of local newspaper. Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper to state your point of view on reading extensively.
Dear Editors,
I have been reading your newspaper for many years with great enthusiasm and interest. Now I would like to render my own idea on reading extensively.
Nowadays few of us read extensively after we leave school. This tendency is rather disturbing, for one should know that reading extensively are no less necessary to one’s mental life than fresh air to one’s physical life. From reading extensively, we can derive companionship, experience and instruction. First and foremost, a good book is our faithful friend. It can increase our contentment when we are cheerful and happy, and lessen our pain when we are sad or lonely. Furthermore, reading extensively can also offer us a wide range of experiences.
Though with the advent of TV and Internet, books are no longer read as extensively as they once were, nothing can replace the role that reading extensively plays in our lives.
話題三(申請信)：
Directions:
You are a senior student and will graduate from Peking University soon. Three days ago, you read a job advertisement on China Daily recruiting a secretary. Write a letter to the Personnel Department. You should provide the necessary details.
You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET.
Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use “Li Ming” instead.
Do not write the address. (10 points)
To Whom It May Concern,
I, as a senior student in Peking University who majors in literature, am writing this letter to recommend myself as a qualified candidate for the job of secretary advertised on China Daily three days ago.
I have several advantages for applying for this position. First of all, I am well experienced in this field for that I once worked as a secretary in Baidu where I have got the necessary qualifications and experience needed for this position. In addition, I have had extensive training on office software for a long time, which exactly matches with what you require.
Thank you for considering my application. I am looking forward to meeting you in the near future at your earliest convenience.
話題四(邀請信)：
Directions:
You want to invite Mr. Williams to give a lecture on “American literature” in your college. Suppose you are the assistant of the English Department, write a letter and say:
1) the purpose of the invitation,
2) the time of the lecture.
Your letter should be no less than 100 words. You don’t need to write the address. Don’t sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use Li Ming instead.
Dear Mr. Williams,
I am writing on behalf of the English Department to invite you to give a lecture in our college.
We know that you are an expert on American literature. As English majors, our students would like to know something about American literature. We would be very grateful if you could give a talk on “Contemporary American Literature” to students of the English Department on Saturday, June 4. If this subject does not suit you, any other similar topic would be welcomed as well.
We have already had several very interesting talks from some distinguished visitors from various countries and we look forward early to the opportunity to benefit from your experience and wisdom.
Yours truly,
Li Ming
話題五(建議信)：
Directions：
There is an error in an English magazine that you feel must be corrected. Write a letter of about 100 words to the editor to point out the mistake, suggest correction, and express your interests in the magazine.
You should write neatly on the ANSWER SHEET.
Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter. Use “Li Ming” instead.
You do not need to write the address.
Dear editor,
I have been a devoted reader of your magazine Around the World ever since a friend recommended it to me three years ago.
I enjoy reading particularly articles in your “Foreign Culture” series, which are both informative and entertaining. However, there is an error that I feel should not be ignored. In the article titled This Is Australia of the May 14th edition, the estimated economic cost caused by youth's crimes is quoted as“$ 4 million” when it actually should be $ 4 billion. It might be only a typographic mistake, but it could nonetheless the misleading, especially to the serious readers who have a particular interest in such a subject.
I hope you can check it as soon as possible.