European carmakers will expand their business in Asia, relying on local manufacturers to d
A.to bear
B.bearing
C.born
D.bore
A.to bear
B.bearing
C.born
D.bore
The passage suggests that in fact______can receive the guaranteed loans.
A.all carmakers in need of retooling
B.old U.S. carmakers and dealers caught in trouble
C.factories of foreign carmakers in the U. S.
D.major carmakers like the Big Three
A world plan mentioned in the passage aims at
A.helping illiterates learn how to read and write.
B.training responsible citizens.
C.enforcing the functions of UNESCO.
D.urging Southern European countries to take the lead in attacking illiteracy.
M: Well, the 1992 Maastricht Treaty proposed a single currency between the European Union. The participating countries decided on the name "Euro" at a summit in Madrid in 1995 and the currency was launched on January 1, 1999.
W: What is it worth?
M: When the Euro was launched in 1999, one Euro was worth 1.17 US dollars or 71 British pence. However, the weakness of the Euro zone economies compared with that of the United States, combined with the inexperience of the European Central Bank in dealing with the international markets, has meant that since its launch the value of the Euro had declined significantly. In December 2001, one Euro was worth little more than 89 cents or 63 pennies, a 20 percent drop on its initial value.
W: Do you think it will affect the daily life of ordinary people?
M: I suppose so. For example, one of the major headaches for participating countries has been the conversion of public telephones, vending machines, and shopping trolleys to accept Euro coins. Although a conversion process has been in full swing since before 1999, there are reports that some countries are not ready for the Euro.
W: So what does it look like?
M: There are seven notes designed by the Austrian artist Robert Kalina. The designs show the "seven ages" of European development, with windows and gateways on the front, and bridges on the back. In addition, there are eight coins designed by the Belgian artist Luc Luycx. All Euro coins are round, but have differences in composition, weight, thickness, and milling to ensure that the blind can easily distinguish between them. On the front there is a European design, common to all coins, and on the back a "national" design from the central bank of issue. Despite the "national identities", all coins can be spent throughout the Euro zone regardless of their origin.
When was euro launched?
A.1992
B.1995
C.1999
D.2001
According to the third paragraph, which of the following is true?
A.The first IOC members were all from Europe or the Americas.
B.The IOC elected its first Asian member in 1910.
C.Now members from European and North American countries still account for much of the IOC membership.
D.IOC members can serve for life.
M: He took a leave to see his mother in Europe.
Q: Why is Jerry away?
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A.He is attending his sick mother at home.
B.He is on a European tour with his mother.
C.He is at home on sick leave.
D.He is in Europe to see his mother.
听力原文:W: Oh, I'm fed up with my job!
M: Hey, there is a perfect job for you in the paper today. You might be interested.
W: Oh, what is it? What do they want?
M: Wait a minute. Eh, here it is. The European Space Agency. It is recruiting translators.
W: The European Space Agency?
M: Well, that's what it says. They need an English translator to work from French or German.
W: So they need a degree in French or German, I suppose. Well, I've got that. What's more, I have plenty of experience. What else are they asking for?
M: Just that. A university degree and three or four years of experience as a translator in a professional environment. They also say the person should have a lively and inquiring mind, effective communication skills and the ability to work individually or as a part of the team.
W: Well, if I stay at my present job much longer, I won't have any mind or skills left. By the way, what about salary? I just hope it isn't lower than what I get now.
M: It's said to be negotiable. It depends on the applicant's education and experience. In addition to basic salary, there is a list of extra benefits. Have a look yourself.
W: Hm... travel and social security plus relocation expenses are paid. Hey, this isn't bad. I really want the job.
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A.She is thirsty for promotion.
B.She wants a much higher salary.
C.She is tired of her present work.
D.She wants to save travel expenses.
The phrase "car czar" in Paragraph Nine means______.
A.one of the current biggest carmakers in America
B.a combination of the biggest car companies in America
C.a brand new car company set up with $15 billion
D.a new organization with $15 billion
M: Well, the 1992 Maastricht Treaty proposed a single currency between the European Union. The participating countries decided on the name "Euro' at a summit in Madrid in 1995 and the currency was launched on January 1, 1999.
W: What is it worth?
M: When the Euro was launched in 1999, one Euro was worth 1.17 US dollars or 71 British pence. However, the weakness of the Euro zone economies compared with that of the United States, combined with the inexperience of the European Central Bank in dealing with the international markets, has meant that since its launch the value of the Euro had declined significantly. In December 2001, one Euro was worth little more than 89 cents or 63 pennies, a 20 percent drop on its initial value.
W: Do you think it will affect the daily life of ordinary people?
M: I suppose so. For example, one of the major headaches for participating countries has been the con version of public telephones, vending machines, and shopping trolleys to accept Euro coins. Al though a conversion process has been in full swing since before 1999, there are reports that some countries are not ready for the Euro.
W: So what does it look like?
M: There are seven notes designed by the Austrian artist Robert Kalina. The designs show the "seven ages" of European development, with windows and gateways on the front, and bridges on the back. In addition, there are eight coins designed by the Belgian artist Luc Luycx. All Euro coins are round, but have differences in composition, weight, thickness, and milling to ensure that the blind can easily distinguish between them. On the front there is a European design, common to all coins, and on the back a "national" design from the central bank of issue. Despite the "national identities'', all coins can be spent throughout the Euro zone regardless of their origin.
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A.1992
B.1995
C.1999
D.2001
听力原文:M: Jane, I would like to introduce you to my sister, Ellen.
W: Glad to meet you, Ellen. Bob tells me you are interested in European art, too. In fact, he says that you plan to spend the summer in Italy.
Q: What do the girls have in common?
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A.They will spend the summer in Italy.
B.They are both from Europe.
C.They are both students.
D.They are both interested in art.