（一）咨询信：
1、订购信：
Directions: You are preparing for an English test and are in need of some reference books. Write a letter to the sales department of a bookstore to ask for:
1) Detailed information about the books you want,
2) Methods of payment,
3) Time and way of delivery.
Dear Sir or Madam:
As I am planning to take College English Test Band 4 (CET-4 ), I have decided to place an order of some CET-4 books with due consideration of the good reputation of your bookstore and the high quality of your books.
Firstly, please give me particular accounts as regards names, authors, publishing houses and prices of these books. Secondly, I also need to know the terms of payment and after-sell service. Thirdly, I wonder if it is convenient for you to deliver these books by EMS to the headquarters of Beijing New Oriental School by September 1, 2005. I have arranged to pay for the service.
I would like to express my gratitude for your kind consideration of my requests. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
2、求学信：
Directions: You want to study at a certain foreign university. Write a letter:
1) Inquire about the situations there,
2) Ask about qualifications,
3) Fees and accommodation.
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am a Chinese student who wish to study at your prestigious university. My plan is to start my course next term, and I would be grateful if you would be kind enough to provide me with certain essential information.
First, what qualifications do I need to follow a course of study at your university? I already had a bachelor’s degree from Beijing University, but I wonder if there are any further academic requirements. Second, how much are the tuition fees? Although I intend to be self-supporting, I would be interested to hear if there are any scholarships available for international students. Third, what is the situation as regards accommodation?
I look forward to your reply, and to attend your esteemed institution.
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