
6月7日(第一套)
You recently had dinner at a restaurant called 'CozyCorner'. While part of the experience was enjoyable, the service was poor. You want to provide feedback to the restaurant owner, Ms. Lee.
Write an email to Ms. Lee. In your email, do the following:
Describe what you enjoyed about your dining experience.
Explain the issues you faced with the service and your order.
Suggest ways to improve the service for future customers.
Academic Discussion:
Doctor Diaz:
Conformity means behaving in ways that match what others in a group expect. It can influence how people dress, speak, or make choices. Some researchers believe conformity keeps society peaceful and organized. Others argue that it limits personal expression and original thinking. Think about your own experiences, what you've seen in school, media, or daily life. Do you believe conformity is mostly helpful or mostly harmful to individuals and society? Explain your opinion clearly.
Paul:
I believe conformity helps maintain social harmony. When individuals conform to societal norms, it should reduce conflict and foster cooperation. This in turn leads to a more stable and cohesive community. I see this in my neighborhood, where everyone helps each other out.
Claire:
I think conformity suppresses individuality. By always trying to fit in with the group, people may avoid expressing their own perspectives. This seems to happen in social media quite often, where posts often just sound like repetitions or echoes of others.
6月7日(第二套)
You recently completed a course on world history and found it very interesting, though you do have some criticisms. The teacher, Professor Brown, has asked for feedback from students to help improve the course. You want to offer some suggestions.
Write an email to Professor Brown. In your email, do the following:
Express your appreciation for Professor Brown’s teaching.
Mention what you found most helpful about the course.
Suggest what aspect of the course could be improved and how.
Academic Discussion:
Dr. Gupta:
In organizational behavior, leadership style strongly shapes employee motivation, decision-making, and long-term performance. Two commonly discussed approaches are authoritarian leadership, which emphasizes control and top-down decisions, and collaborative leadership, which values participation and shared responsibility. Do you believe company leaders should favor authoritarian leadership or collaborative leadership? Why or why not?
Paul:
I prefer collaborative leadership because it encourages employees to share ideas and feel valued. When team members participate in decisions, they are usually more motivated and creative. For example, in group projects, collaboration often leads to better solutions because different perspectives are considered.
Kelly:
I lean toward authoritarian leadership, especially in large organizations or crisis situations. Clear authority allows leaders to make quick decisions without confusion. For instance, in emergencies, employees often need direct instructions, and strong control can improve efficiency and reduce mistakes.
6月13日(第一套)
You are a member of the school tennis club. You plan to organize a fundraising event for the club.
Write an email to your club leader / to Coach Johnson. In your email, you should:
Describe your specific ideas about this fundraising activity (e.g. a charity match, bake sale, raffle, or ticketed tournament).
Explain the reasons why these plans are likely to achieve great success (e.g. popular sport, students will attend, prizes donated).
Propose a suitable time to have an in-person meeting to further talk over detailed plans.
Academic Discussion:
Doctor Gupta:
We often discuss the impact of government intervention in the economy. Some argue that government regulations and policies can improve economic stability and protect consumers. Others believe that too much intervention can stifle innovation and lead to inefficiencies. What do you think is the most effective role of government in the economy?
Claire:
I think government intervention is important for ensuring economic stability and protecting consumers. Regulations can prevent businesses from engaging in harmful practices and help maintain fair competition. Without government oversight the economy could become chaotic.
Andrew:
In my opinion, too much government intervention can hinder economic growth and innovation. Businesses need the freedom to operate without excessive regulations.which can be costly and create inefficiencies. The economy would benefit more from government with a limited role.
6月13日(第二套)
You and your friend, john, are planning a trip to Europe this summer. You have done some research and found some interesting destinations and activities that you would like to include in your itinerary. You want to share your ideas with john and get his opinion.
Write an email to john. in your email, do the following:
Describe the destinations you have researched.
Explain why you think these destinations would be enjoyable.
Ask for his opinion on the suggested itinerary and any additional ideas he might have.
Academic Discussion:
Doctor Gupta:
More and more, Automation is a much-discussed topic in economics, one that continues to grow in importance with today's advances in robotics and artificial intelligence(Al). Robots and Al provide powerful ways to replace human labor by doing work better and faster than people can. Automation can have very positive effects on businesses and the broader economy, but there are disadvantages as well.What do you think? ls the use of automation a positive development overall? Why or why not?
Paul:
I think the use of automation is a positive development. If Al and robots are used to replace human workers, companies will be able to produce many more products than they do now. They can also lower costs, making those products cheaper for people to buy. As a result, everyone will have access to more affordable products.
Kelly:
I worry about the psychological effects on people as Al and robots take over work. I doubt humans will really be happy with ever-greater amounts of leisure time. Many of us derive satisfaction from working and doing our jobs well. In fact, never in human history have we been able to spend large parts of our days labor-free.
6月27日(第一套)
You are a university student who has recently moved into a new apartment. You have noticed some issues with the apartment. You want to inform your landlord, Mr. Thompson, about these problems.
Write an email to Mr. Thompson. In your email, do the following:
●Describe the issues you have encountered in the apartment.
●Explain how these conditions negatively affect your studies.
●Request that he make arrangements to address these issues soon.
Academic Discussion:
Dr. Gupta:
We’ve been discussing the impact of remote work on productivity and employee well-being. Remote work can have many significant advantages, but it may also lead to some unintended problems. Do you think remote work has a positive or negative impact?
Paul:
Remote work can have a positive impact on both productivity and employee well-being. The flexibility helps employees manage their work-life balance better, and the reduction in commuting time can lead to increased productivity and less stress.
Claire:
While remote work offers flexibility, it can negatively impact employees. Isolation and lack of face-to-face interaction can hinder teamwork and lead to feelings of loneliness, affecting overall job performance.
6月27日(第二套)
You recently had dinner at a restaurant called 'CozyCorner'. While part of the experience was enjoyable, the service was poor. You want to provide feedback to the restaurant owner, Ms. Lee.
Write an email to Ms. Lee. In your email, do the following:
Describe what you enjoyed about your dining experience.
Explain the issues you faced with the service and your order.
Suggest ways to improve the service for future customers.
Academic Discussion:
Dr. Diaz:
We've been discussing the influence of advertising on consumer behavior. Advertisements can inform consumers about new products and services, such as as the latest tech products or new local businesses, and potentially boosting sales and driving economic growth. However, some experts argue that advertisements can be deceptive, create unrealistic expectations about products, and promote materialistic values. Reflect on a specific advertisement that influenced your behavior.Do you think its impact was positive or negative? Why?
Paul:
I think the primary effect of advertising is to inform consumers. Ads provide valuable information about products and services, helping consumers make informed purchasing decisions and boosting economic growth.
Claire:
I believe advertisements mainly manipulate consumer choices. They often create unrealistic expectations and encourage materialism, leading people to buy things they don't need and fostering a culture of overconsumption.





