Inviting Speakers and Consultants/演講者邀請信函
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recent trends and developments
rescheduling
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1. In what field is Professor Lin known for his eminent research? A. finance B. marketing C. cost-benefit analysis
2. What is the theme of the symposium to be held at Yuanpei University of Science and Technology? A. Global Commerce B. Cost-Benefit Analysis in Marketing C. Internet Marketing
3. Why is the symposium rescheduled to March 22nd? A. since February is normally a busy month as everyone prepares for Chinese New Year
B. owing to a conflict in schedules
C. owing to a previous commitment
4. What does John hope that Professor Lin’s lecture will cover?
A. recent trends and developments in finance B. recent trends and developments in cost-benefit analysis C. recent trends and developments in Internet-based advertising and marketing strategies
5. Why does John want Professor Lin to extend his visit until March 26?
A. to consult with researchers at Yuanpei University of Science and Technology on Internet marketing
B. to give him time to tour some of Taiwan’s areas of natural beauty
C. to give additional lectures following the symposium on Internet-based advertising and marketing strategies
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Post-Listening Exercise
Write a letter to invite speakers and consultants (演講者邀請信函) by including the following:
1. Inviting a speaker 邀請演講者
2. Describing the purpose of the lecture
描述演講目地
3. Explaining details of the lecture
詳述演講的細節
4. Describing transportation and accommodation details 詳述交通及住宿的細節
5. Instructing the speaker what to prepare before the visit 演講者行前必知指導
6. Emphasizing the importance of the upcoming visit 對演講者強調訪問的重要性
Refer to additional examples of correspondence at http://www.chineseowl.idv.tw/html/correspondence/
