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Long Mountain Learning Center
What Do You Mean?
Finding the exact words to express your ideas is an art in itself. In this course, you will learn about words, what they mean, how to avoid confusing similar words, and how to choose just the right words in your writing.
Thursdays, 7：30－9：30 P．M.
Write It Right
Writing a research paper involves more than collecting information. Knowing how to organize your information, express your ideas clearly, and document your sources is very important. This course is specifically designed for students preparing to enter college.
Saturdays, 3：30－5：00 P．M.
Writing to Sell
In this course, you will learn to write advertisements that will attract more clients (客户) to your product or business. Previous business writing experience is required.
Thursdays, 9：30－11：30 A．M.
Express Your Opinion
The Letters to the Editor column in your local paper is a public forum (论坛) for expressing opinions on matters of interest to all citizens. In this course, you will learn how to develop and clearly express your opinions and improve your chances of getting your letter published.
Fridays, 8：45－10：00 P．M.
Retelling Old Favorites
Do you remember the traditional folktales and fairy tales that you loved as a child? In this course, you will rewrite some of your favorite old tales in new ways that will delight the youngsters in your life.
Tuesdays, 5：00－7：00 P．M.
Report It
Have you always dreamed of being a correspondent (通讯员) for a newspaper or magazine? This course will cover the basics of collecting news and turning it into interesting newspaper and magazine articles.
Wednesdays, 1：00－3：00 P．M.
语篇解读：本文是应用文。文章是对几种写作课程的介绍。
1．Which course is most suitable for those who work in business marketing?
A．Write It Right. B．Writing to Sell.
C．What Do You Mean? D．Express Your Opinion.
解析：选B 细节理解题 由Writing to Sell 部分的介绍可知，该课程是关于商业广告写作的，故最适合那些从事市场营销的人。
2．If you are interested in journalism, you can join the course held on ________.
A．Tuesday, 5：00－7：00 P．M.
B．Thursday, 7：30－9：30 P．M.
C．Saturday, 3：30－5：00 P．M.
D．Wednesday, 1：00－3：00 P．M.
解析：选D 细节理解题。由Report It 部分的介绍可知，周三下午1：00到3：00开设的课程适合对新闻业感兴趣的人。
3．What do the courses mentioned in the text have in common?
A．All are held every two weeks.
B．All are open to college students.
C．All require related basic knowledge.
D．All aim to improve your writing skills.
解析：选D 推理判断题。通续这六门课程的内容介绍可知，这些课都旨在提高写作技能。
