职场英语在线学习2012资料更新过去进行时： 1.概念：表示过去某段时间或某一时刻正在发生或进行的行为或动作。 2.时间状语：at this time yesterday, at that time或以when引导的谓语动词是一般过去时的时间状语等。 3.基本结构：was/were+doing 4.否定形式：was/were + not + doing. 5.一般疑问句：把was或were放于句首。 6.例句：At that time she was working in a PLA unit. (那时她正在人民解放军单位工作)When he came in, I was reading a newspaper.(当他进来时,我正在读报纸) 商务与生活Housing 住房1. 租公寓 Rent a House In Apartment ComplexProspective Renter: Im calling about your advertisement for an apartment.Leasing Agent: Yes, weve got great beachside apartments, all newly renovated.Prospective Renter: That sounds fantastic! But I need something closer to downtown, as I spent most of my time at the office.Leasing Agent: No problem. We have a nice apartment complex located in the downtown area. Its perfect for the business professional. Fully furnished luxury apartments, with a service staff in the lobby to take care of the trivial details of your home life while you are at work. Prospective Renter: Im sure theyre wonderful, but I need an unfurnished apartment in a more economical price range.Leasing Agent: Ah! I get the picture. We have just what you need. Our Riverside View apartments have several floor plans (建筑平面图). The junior one-bedroom apartments are very economical, but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space. And the complex overlooks Riverside Drive near the business district.Prospective Renter: Great! Ill call the complex manager and arrange a viewing at lunchtime.2. 重新装修 RedecoratingWife: Youre off to Home Depot again (又要去)? What big home improvement project do you have up your sleeve (尚未告知别人的主意) now?Husband: Nothing much, honey. Im just going to look at some of their building materials that are on sale and see if a new project comes to mind.Wife: Oh no! I hope you dont get one more project on your do-it-yourself list. Maybe while youre at the store you could pick up some weather stripping (门窗封闭材料)to winterize (使防冻，使御寒) our house. Husband: Honey, Im all for energy efficiency, but its only July! 我完全赞成Wife: Yes, but your to do list is so long! Maybe if you get started now, the winterizing project will get done by November.Husband: All right! Ill pick up some weather stripping, and Ill have it installed before you know it.3. 家庭改建 Home Improvement Woman: Im thinking of redecorating my bathroom. Were selling our house and we need to update the basic look.Store Clerk: Youve come to the right place, maam! In fact, if youve brought some photos of your bathroom, I can give you expert advice on redecorating and remodeling.Woman: Ive already decided that I should get a more modern color than the 1970s dull olive that is in my bathroom now. Im afraid that what I really need most is helpful tips on how to install new home appliances myself. Store Clerk: Weve got a great selection of (很多) neutral colors for the bathroom, with matching fabrics for curtains and linens. Woman: Great! A coordinated look reflects professional renovations. I think my house will sell quickly . Uh, once I get this big project finished, that is. 4. 搬家 Moving Out Son: Ive found the perfect apartment! And it fits in perfectly with my budget - only 200 dollars a month!Dad: That is a steal. Does it have the amenities you wanted? 生活福利设施Son: Yeah, pool, clubhouse, a laundry room, 24-hour security patrols, free maintenance, and all utilities paid!Dad: Sounds great! Im proud of you for sticking to the budget you set for yourself. 你总是能量入为出，我为你感到骄傲。Son: Well, Im afraid that with the security deposit, pet deposit, and a two-month pre-payment, Im going to have drain my savings account. Dad: Well, you can come over here for dinner every night until you get on your feet. 知道你经济有所好转。5. 别墅（1）Vacation property John: Im on my way to the Ocean Paradise open house. Want to join me?Mary: Sure. Some friends of mine bought a unit. They say its top-notch vacation property.John: The brochure looks fantastic, sand as white as sugar, turquoise waters, azure skies, not to mention year-round balmy temperatures. 白沙、碧水、蓝天，更别提一年四季温和的气候。Mary: Sounds too good to be true but my friends say they are 100% satisfied.John: And from what Ive heard theyre filling up fast. 买的人越来越多Mary: Well, I dont want to miss out on this opportunity. Lets go.6 别墅（2）Vacation property Husband: Ive been looking into vacation homes. I think we should consider buying one.Wife: How could we afford such a luxury?Husband: Think of it as an investment in our health, peace and enjoyment of life. Look at the picture of this beautiful and secluded lakeside property. Wife: What an amazing view! Still health and peace dont pay the bills.Husband: True, but its prime real estate with proven resale and high rental value. It would also be an investment in our future.Wife: And it is nice to get away from the daily grind now and again. Maybe we can afford it after all.Sho