I feel that this award was not made to me as a man, but to my work - a life's work in the agony(痛苦) and sweat of the human spirit. But I would like to use this moment as a climax from which I might be listened to by the young men and women already dedicated to the same agony and sweat, among whom is already that one who will someday stand here where I am standing.
Our tragedy today is a general and universal physical fear so long sustained by now that we can even bear it. Because of this, the young man or woman writing today has forgotten the problems of the human heart in conflict with itself which alone can make good writing because only that is worth writing about, worth the agony and the sweat.
He, the writer, must learn them again. He must teach himself that the worst of all things is to be afraid; and, teaching himself that, forget it forever, leaving no room in his workshop for anything but the old truths of the heart, the old universal truths lacking which any story is short-lived and doomed - love and honor and pity and pride and sympathy and sacrifice. Until he does so, he labors under a curse(诅咒). He writes not of love but of desire, of defeats in which nobody loses anything of value, of victories without hope and, worst of all, without pity or sympathy. His griefs grieve on no universal bones, leaving no scars. He writes not of the heart but of the glands(腺体).
Until he relearns these things, he will write as though he stood among and watched the end of man. I decline to accept the end of man. It is easy enough to say that man is immortal simply because he will endure. I refuse to accept this. I believe that man will not merely endure: he will prevail. He is immortal, not because he alone among creatures has an inexhaustible voice, but because he has a soul, a spirit capable of sympathy and sacrifice and endurance. The poet's, the writer's, duty is to write about these things. It is his privilege to help man endure by lifting his heart, by reminding him of the courage and honor and hope and pride and sympathy and pity and sacrifice which have been the glory of his past. The poet's voice need not merely be the record of man, it can be one of the pillars to help him endure and prevail.
1. The word “that” in the 2nd paragraph probably means ______.A.the agony and sweat of the human spirit |
B.the general and universal physical fear |
C.the sustenance and endurance for a long time |
D.the human heart in conflict with itself |
A.they are love, honor, pity, pride, sympathy and sacrifice |
B.they prolong a writer’s life and protect him from curses |
C.they are the soul of a real and powerful piece of writing |
D.they can effectively stop the trend towards the end of man |
A.By inspiring man with his past glories through words. |
B.By helping man endure the end through endless voices. |
C.By recording sympathy, sacrifice and endurance in his soul. |
D.By building spiritual pillars through immortal hearts. |
A.the award was not fair because his life was too painful |
B.young writers now are too fearful to bear the agony and sweat |
C.the biggest obstacle to good writing is the writer’s fear |
D.writing about man’s soul signals his final prevalence |
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It’s very hard to write your own resume because a resume is a macro view of your life, but you live your life at the micro level.
But some of you will be able to do a proper job rewriting your resume on your own.
Don’t make your resume a moral statement. It’s a marketing document. Think about when a company announced the launch of their product. You need to take the same approach with your resume, because a resume is a marketing document. The best marketing documents show the product in the best light, which is to use whatever possible means to make you look good.
A.As long as you are not lying, you will be fine. |
B.Don’t focus on your responsibilities, focus on what you achieved. |
C.Write what achievements you will make for the people you work for. |
D.Anything on your resume that is not an achievement is wasting space. |
E.So I recommend to a lot of people that they hire someone to help them. |
F.The first thing you’ll have to do is to make some mental shifts. |
G.So learning to write your own resume is important. |
【推荐2】For new students at Binghamton University, the first few weeks can be an exciting time. Their focus is largely on finding a sense of community. For Antoinette “Toni” Stefanakos, now a senior majoring in (主修) marketing, her sense of belonging (归属感) started with a flyer from Off Campus College Transport (OCCT).
“One day I was leaving the classroom and there was a flyer advertising (征聘) for student drivers,” Stefanakos said. “I had no idea that the buses on campus were run by students. So I called my dad, and said, ‘I’m going to be a bus driver.’”
OCCT is Binghamton University’s student-run bus service. The blue buses are a hallmark of the campus, and they are all driven in the lane (车道) by students.
“I interviewed, and it went really well,” Stefanakos said.
Stefanakos’s interest in public transportation continued to grow after she saw a job flyer for Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS). “I knew that TAPS was advertising for a marketing student,” she said. “And I thought that was great for me as a marketing major and someone who works with buses.”
Stefanakos began working with TAPS. Because of this job, Stefanakos found a new path. Now, she deals with public relations and trains new drivers for OCCT. “I can share my knowledge and experience as someone who is a driver,” she said.
The people make the job all the more worthwhile for Stefanakos. “One day, a passenger came up to me and told me I was her driver every Tuesday morning. And she told me that every time she was on my bus, she knew it was going to be a good day. I didn’t even realize that a simple ‘good morning’ could make someone’s day like that,” she said.
Stefanakos will surely miss the blue buses when she graduates, but she’ll always have unforgettable memories (回忆) to look back on.
1. What decision did Stefanakos share with her father?A.To be a school bus driver. |
B.To invite him to visit her campus. |
C.To complete a major in marketing. |
D.To start the student organization OCCT. |
A.It awakened her interest in public transportation. |
B.It was a perfect match for her major and job. |
C.It was an encouragement for her to run OCCT. |
D.It filled her father with great pride. |
A.She is very friendly to her driver. |
B.She has a gift for making friends. |
C.She is spoken highly of because of her job. |
D.She has met passengers from all walks of life. |
A.Driven by love, a journey of hope | B.On the bus, connect with others |
C.Life in the blue bus lane | D.The path less traveled |
【推荐3】When it comes to hobbies and career, all of us have our own stories. As a little girl, my favorite thing to do was read — same as today. So I figured I’d be a librarian when I grew up.
Time passed quickly and I was in fourth grade. Our school librarian, Mrs. Ketelsen, sent some poems I’d written about dinosaurs to Highlights magazine.
At the University, though majoring in journalism, I quickly learned that I did not want to be a newspaper reporter.
Ten years after that, I came back to RD to work as an editor.
A.It was a long road home. |
B.I lost my interest in it soon. |
C.My first published writing! |
D.I’m shy about interviewing people. |
E.My dream of becoming a librarian encouraged me. |
F.The stories in this issue seem to introduce myself to you. |
G.Our town librarian, Mrs. Tonne, was really important to me becoming me. |
【推荐1】Cornell Precollege Summer Programs 2022: Updates
At this time, Cornell University Precollege Studies makes a plan to offer online and in-person, on-campus courses for high school students during summer 2022. Courses will be held during the following sessions:
Three-week Session 1 (June 1 — June 17, 2022): Online courses only
Three-week Session 2 (June 21 — July 9, 2022): Online and on-campus courses
Three-week Session 3 (July 12 — July 30, 2022): Online and on-campus courses
Six-week Session (June 21 — August 3, 2022): Online and on-campus courses
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Precollege on-campus summer courses and COVID-19
In the event, if we are not able to offer in-person, on-campus courses due to COVID-19 restrictions, as many courses as possible will be converted (改变) to online offerings and you’ll have the following options:
1. If your on-campus course is converted to an online course, you may automatically register for it at a reduced charge that reflects only academic (per credit), not residential fees.
2. If you prefer, or if your on-campus course is not converted to an online offering, you may select a course from the list of previously scheduled online courses
3. You may contact us to withdraw and request a full refund (退款), minus the application fee.
While we know there is no replacement for our on-campus, residential experience, the good news is that all online courses are regular Cornell classes that give you a chance to study with Cornell faculty (学院), work alongside undergraduates, earn college credits, and get a head start on preparing for college applications.
1. Which session can you choose if you are only available in June?A.Six-week Session. | B.Three-week Session 1. |
C.Three-week Session 2. | D.Three-week Session 3 |
A.You can get a discount on residential fees. | B.You have to accept it owing to restrictions. |
C.You can quit the courses without any losses. | D.You can choose other courses available on-line |
A.On-line courses can offer more updated information. |
B.You will get effective guidance on college applications. |
C.It is a good chance for you to learn with Cormell students. |
D.On-line courses will make you know more about the campus. |
【推荐2】The Best Destinations to Visit in 2023
Poland
We could list new openings in Poland, such as Hotel Verte in Warsaw, which will throw open its golden doors in August. But this is not the only reason you should visit Poland in 2023. Sharing a 300-plus-mile border with its neighboring countries, where there are forests, lakes and mountains, means now it’s your chance to take a vacation there.
Western Australia
On April 20, 2023, a total solar eclipse (日食) will be visible over the northwestern edge of Australia. For an event that will likely last about one minute, the town of Exmouth has been planning for over a year. There will be outdoor viewing platforms where observers can safely watch the solar miracle.
Liverpool, England
Best known around the world as the birthplace of The Beatles, Liverpool is adding another chapter to its musical legacy. In May, it will be the host city of Eurovision Song Contest 2023, which is expected to bring thousands of flag-waving fans from across the continent. In June, the city will celebrate the Liverpool Biennial contemporary visual arts festival, as more than 30 international artists and collectives takeover spaces in the city until September.
Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston shows its past like no other US city, but it often glosses over (掩饰) the history of its Black residents. It has been taking steps to fix that. Enter the International African American Museum, which promises to make an opening announcement soon for 2023 after pushing back its January date. The museum is on the shoreline of the Cooper River in the spot where many Africans first set foot in North America.
1. When will Hotel Verte open this year?A.In April. | B.In May. | C.In June. | D.In August. |
A.Warsaw. | B.Exmouth. | C.Liverpool. | D.Charleston. |
A.The history of African Americans. | B.The rice field in the countryside. |
C.The achievements of The Beatles. | D.The works by international artists. |
【推荐3】The ebike has become an essential item, and even the King has been spotted riding one. According to the market research company Mintel, sales have almost tripled over the past five years. While ebikes have become increasingly common, they are still undeniably expensive. You can pick up a perfectly adequate pushbike for £300, but most ebikes cost nearly £2,000. Now, Cycling Electric, designed to help consumers choose an ebike, offers the following recommendations.
Best folding bike
Carbo Model X
Price: £2,799 | Weight: 13.3kg
Range: up to 34 miles
This is one of the most convenient bikes, from a little-known label. The lightweight Carbo X is the perfect example of convenience thanks to its carbon frame and belt drive, instead of a metal bike chain. This makes it lighter and less likely to get messy than an electric Brompton, with its more traditional, oily chain.
Most stylish
Temple Cycles Classic
Price: £2,995 | Weight:19kg
Range: up to 74 miles
This Bristol-based brand is known for its elegant pushbikes, which are hand-built in the city. This is its electric version. It’s a very nice and functional from-and-to-work option and not too heavy. Temples have fewer proprietary (品牌专卖的) parts and so are serviceable in any bike shop. Stylish as they may be, the VanMoofs and the Cowboys can be a bit more complex to get back-up and service.
The money-no-object option
Riese & Müller Nevo4 GT Vario GX
Price: £5,380 | Weight:28.4kg
Range: up to 93 miles
This is a top example of the attention to detail delivering a high-quality experience in functionality, comfort and practicality — if you can afford it. It has the capacity to handle 25kg of luggage in a pannier (驮篮), powerful road lights and a beautifully smooth motor.
1. What is the advantage of the Temples over other stylish ebike brands?A.They are more lightweight. |
B.They have easier access to service. |
C.They have more functions. |
D.They are more comfortable. |
2. Which ebike can provide customers with the best user experience?
A.Carbo Model X. | B.Temple Cycles Classic. |
C.The VanMoofs and the Cowboys. | D.Riese & Müller Nevo4 GT Vario GX. |
A.A travel plan. | B.An online news. |
C.A magazine column. | D.A market research report. |