English is still the international language of business. But there is an ever-growing need for people who can speak another language. A second language isnt generally required to get a job in business, but having language skills gives a candidate the edge when other qualifications appear to be equal

　　The employee posted abroad who speaks the countrys principal language has an opportunity to fast-forward certain negotiations, and cam have the culturainsight to know when it is better to move more slowly. The employee at the home office who can communicate well with foreign clients over the telephone or by fax machine is an obvious asset to the firm.

　　21.What is the authors attitude toward high-tech communications equipment?

　　A) Critical.

　　B) Prejudiced.

　　C) Indifferent.

　　D) Positive.

　　22.With the increased use of high-tech communications equipment, businesspeople ________.

　　A) have to get familiar with modern technology

　　B) are gaining more economic benefits from domestic operations

　　C) are attaching more importance to their overseas business

　　D) are eager to work overseas

　　23.In this passage, out of sight and out of mind(Lines 2-3, Para. 3)probably means ________.

　　A) being unable to think properly for lack of insight

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