2016年同等学力英语第二阶段阅读理解(九)

　　前面同等学力英语第一阶段词汇大家已经有所掌握了，下面是中国在职研究生招生信息网的老师给大家提供的的第二阶段的模拟试题，此阶段主要加强考生们做阅读理解的能力。

　　Interest in pursuing international careers has soared in recent years, enhanced

　　by chronic (长久的) personnel shortages that are causing companies to search

　　beyond their home borders for talent.

　　Professionals seek career experience outside of their home countries for

　　a variety of reasons. They may feel the need to recharge their batteries with a

　　new challenge. They may want a position with more responsibility that encourages

　　creativity and initiative. Or they may wish to expose their children to another

　　culture, and the opportunity to learn a second language.

　　When applying for a job, one usually has to submit a resume or curriculum

　　vitae (CV). The two terms generally mean the same thing: a one-or two-page

　　document describing ones educational qualifications and professional experience.

　　However, guidelines for preparing a resume are constantly changing. The best

　　advice is to find out what is appropriate regarding the corporate (公司) culture,

　　the country culture, and the culture of the person making the hiring decision.

　　The challenge will be to embrace two or more cultures in one document. The

　　following list is a good place to start.

　　"Educational requirements differ from country to country. In almost every

　　case of cross-border job hunting, just stating the title of your degree

　　will not bean adequate description. Provide the reader with details about your

　　studies and any related experience."

　　Pay attention to the resume format you use-chronological or reverse-chronological order. Chronological order means listing your oldest work

　　experience first. Reverse-chronological order means listing your current or

　　most recent experience first. Most countries have preferences about which format

　　is most acceptable. If you find no specific guidelines, the general preference

　　is for the reverse-chronological format."

　　If you are submitting your resume in English, find out if the recipient (收件人) uses British English or American English because there are variations

　　between the two versions. For example, university education is often referred to

　　as tertiary education in the United Kingdom, but this term is almost never used

　　in the United States. A reader who is unfamiliar with these variations may

　　assume that your resume contains errors.

　　41. Companies are hiring more foreign employees because ________.

　　A) they find foreign employees are usually more talented

　　B) they need original ideas from employees hired overseas

　　C) they want to expand their business beyond home borders

　　D) they have difficulty finding qualified personnel at home

　　42. The author believes that an individual who applies to work

　　overseas ________.

　　A) is usually creative and full of initiative

　　B) aims to improve his foreign language skills

　　C) is dissatisfied with his own life at home

　　D) seeks either his own or his childrens development

　　43. When it comes to resume writing, it is best to ________.

　　A) take cultural factors into consideration

　　B) learn about the companys hiring process

　　C) follow appropriate guidelines for job hunting

　　D) know the employers personal likes and dislikes

　　44. When writing about qualifications, applicants are advised to ________.

　　A) stress their academic potential to impress the decision maker

　　B) give the title of the university degree they have earned at home

　　C) provide a detailed description of their study and work experiences

　　D) highlight their keen interest in pursuing a cross-border career

　　45. According to the authors last piece of advice, the applicants should be

　　aware of ________.

　　A) the different educational systems in the US and the UK

　　B) the differences between the varieties of English

　　C) the recipients preference with regard to the format

　　D) the distinctive features of American and British cultures

　　【参考答案】

　　41-45: D D A C B