华尔街高级英语学习教程第12课：复习巩固Act9 (MP3和文本下载)

John Berry Associates,
Apartment 167,
2287 Lower Mean Street,
43222 WASHDON
A Message to all Students of English on-Line
Dear Friends,
It is with a great deal of sadness that I pick up my pen to write these words, or, to be more accurate, I pick up my word-processor - well, I don't actually pick it up, because it's too heavy: I put it down, really, rather than picking it up. Anyway, as I was saying, it is with a considerable amount of regret that I put down my word-processor to write these words, or to type them, rather.

My friends, for I feel that we have become friends, following all those hours we've spent alone together in the language laboratory , you and I have kept each other company throughout this long journey, which is now about to end. You have been the travelers, and I have been your guide.

Through me you have learned to speak English, the world's most widely-spoken language, and you have also learned a wide range of business and professional skills, such as successful salesmanship, and how to behave in a job interview. I have also entertained you with my wonderful collection of Tony Moroni records, and, I hope, helped to make the world a less confusing and upsetting place for you by passing on something of my own philosophy of life.

The question you will no doubt be asking yourselves at this point is: "How will we manage in the future without John's support and advice?" The thought that when you have completed your study of this course you will be on your own must be terrifying you. Well, my friends, I've got great news for you; you needn't be on your own. John Berry Associates are able to offer the following services at special bargain rates to students of English On-Line:

Language consultancy: Private lessons in English, in your own home, or, for young ladies only, at your local dance club or hamburger restaurant,

Business consultancy: All your business and marketing problems solved in a matter of minutes, simply by the application of the John Berry rapid success approach.

Career consultancy: Are you dissatisfied with your present job? Do you feel you deserve promotion to a higher position? According to the size of the check you send me, I advise you on the profession you are most suited to, and the salary you ought to be earning. As you can imagine, the demand for these services is going to be enormous, so, in order to avoid disappointment, write enclosing a generous check as soon as possible. Yours gratefully, John A. Berry.