话题一(咨询信)：

　　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 withthe purpose of inquiring information concerningthe historical exhibition in your town.

　　To be specific, I wonder if it is possible that you can provide me with some information of its themeand 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

　　话题二(倡议信)：

　　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.

　　Yours sincerely,

　　Li Ming

　　话题三(申请信)：

　　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 ItMay 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 inBaidu 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.

　　Yours sincerely,

　　Li Ming