Check the meanings of the following words and expressions:
observe firsthand
clarify our concerns
potential areas of collaboration
globally renowned
therapeutic treatment
prevalent
reputation
nurturing
upcoming visit
exchange relevant experiences
forefront
safeguarding
diverse array
state-of-the-art
medical care
highly supportive environment
1. What does Mark hope to clarify in his meeting with Dr. Curtin at the Seasons Hotel? A. concerns regarding research in this area and potential areas of collaboration between their two organizations B. concerns regarding therapeutic treatment of cancer, especially in the field of radiation therapy C. concerns regarding the side effects of treatment
2. Why is the New York Clinical Cancer Center globally renowned? A. for its irradiation treatment for head and neck cancer that may damage normal tissues and cause loss of hearing B. for a diverse array of services and support staff to effectively address the emotional, physical and societal challenges C. for its therapeutic treatment of cancer, especially in the field of radiation therapy
3. What is the second most prevalent cancer in Taiwan? A. cervical cancer
B. head and neck cancer
C. breast cancer
4. Why is it important for patients to receive nurturing care following irradiation treatment?
A.to highlight the necessity for precise treatment planning B. to exchange relevant experience of not only handling the side effects of treatment, but also providing better nurturing care to patients C. to elevate the quality of living for those patients
5. Why has NYCC Center built an excellent reputation?
A. Its cancer patients have the highest survival rate, and receive nurturing care following irradiation treatment.
B.Medical technicians actively encourage patients who are undergoing therapeutic treatment in a highly supportive environment to ensure the most productive outcome.
C. Precise treatment planning is necessary.
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Post-Listening Exercise
Write a letter to make a technical visit overseas by including the following contents:
1. Requesting permission to make a technical visit
科技訪問許可申請
2. Stating the purpose of the technical visit
闡述科技訪問的目地
3. Introducing one’s qualifications or one’s organizational experiences
介紹某人的能力或機構經驗
4. Commending the organization to be visited
對訪問機構的讚揚
5. Outlining details of the technical visit
詳述科技訪問的細節
6. Requesting confirmation for approval of the
technical visit 科技訪問核准的確認申請
Refer to additional examples of correspondence at http://www.chineseowl.idv.tw/html/correspondence/
