Choosing the right job is probably one of the most important decisions we have to make in life, and it is frequently one of the hardest decisions we have to make. One important question that you might ask yourself is: “How do I get a good job?”
There are people who can answer an insignificant advertisement in the local paper and land the best job in the world; others write to all sorts of places all over the country, and never seem to get a reply at all. Still others believe that the in person, door-to-door approach is by far the best way to get a job; and then there are those who, through no active decision of their own, just seem to be in the right place at the right time
This story also illustrates the importance of seizing an opportunity when it presents itself. If the lad had gone home to ponder （考虑） his decision for a week, he may have missed his chance. It is one thing to be offered an opportunity; it is another thing to take it and use it well. Sometimes we hear stories about people who break all the rules and still seem to land plum jobs（美差）.When you go for a job interview or fill out an application, you are expected to say nice things about the company to which you are applying.
| A．It is very important to seize an opportunity when it presents itself. |
| B．People find jobs in an infinite number of ways. |
| C．it’s almost impossible to find a good job by answering advertisement in newspapers. |
| D．Take for example the young man who wanted to be a sailor. |
| E．But there was one person who landed an excellent job by telling the interviewer all the company’s faults. |
| F．He spent the rest of his life happily sailing the ships he had always loved. |
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【推荐1】You may be relying more and more on your refrigerator. But you should know there are some things you’d better not put into your refrigerator.
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♦Coffee. Since ground coffee like coffee beans require cool, dry and dark spots to keep their taste and freshness, the refrigerator is not a good place for them. Coffee also needs an airtight（密封的）container. But if you have much coffee that you won’t use right away, then you can freeze it.
♦Tomatoes.
♦Honey. Make sure that you keep honey in an airtight container.
| A．Nuts. |
| B．Bread. |
| C．We all love tomatoes for their taste. |
| D．Just make sure to put the coffee in airtight bags. |
| E．Honey will stay good almost forever in that way. |
| F．Some of you dislike the tomatoes’ taste because it is a little strange. |
| G．As a result, the honey will become harder or nearly impossible to eat. |
【推荐2】A lot of people tend to choose a balanced diet in order to keep fit, but being on a healthy diet goes beyond simply eating more fruits and vegetables. You also need to change your mindset(观念模式) about food. Take a hard look at your eating habits. Do you eat more when you feel stressed? Do you reduce your food intake on purpose in order to feel like you are in control? If your answer is ”yes" , then you probably have held a problematic attitude toward food, and
Consider food as fuel. A lot of people believe that eating is an important way to have fun or kill time. This belief is quite common.
Get medical support from professionals.
| A．Find a healthier replacement. |
| B．Hold a healthy attitude toward food. |
| C．Do you know how to choose healthy foods? |
| D．the following tips can help you change it. |
| E．This may help you no longer feel the need to eat. |
| F．Eating disorders are classified as mental illnesses. |
| G．However, you should break this cognitive (认知的)habit. |
【推荐3】How to Feel Connected
It’s easy to feel disconnected from what is going on around you in today’s fastpaced world.
Consider why you feel disconnected. Knowing what is making you feel disconnected can help you choose the best ways to address it.
Interact with people in person(亲自). Technology is a great way to stay in touch, but sometimes you need to spend time with other people in person.
Show your commitment(投入)to them. Simply showing up and being there for your loved ones says a lot about how much you value your relationships. Putting in the time shows them that you are committed and want to stay connected.
Show appreciation. A simple “thank you” goes a very long way. Unfortunately, it is something that people who are close often take for granted. Telling someone you appreciate their time, love, and efforts can strengthen your bond and help you to become more connected.
| A．Ask others what they need from you. |
| B．Sometimes you can feel isolated and distant from the ones you love. |
| C．Be brave to express your love. |
| D．Reach out to people to schedule a time to get together. |
| E．Attending family events, or simply visiting someone once a week can help to strengthen your relationship and keep it strong. |
| F．Targeting your efforts toward those issues allows you to close that distance more effectively. |
| G．You can have a gift delivered to friends on special occasions. |
【推荐1】Wanted: “Golden taste buds” and a very sweet tooth
What if you’ve got to eat candy all day for your job?
There is a job that can include these duties, which is called being a “taste tester”. The Candy Funhouse is a candy company in Canada. Right now, it is hiring a taste tester. The job’s name is “chief candy officer”.
Candy Funhouse put up an ad for the job. The ad says the chief candy officer will be in charge of “all things fun”, so it’s special. The person who gets this job will have to like eating candy. Do you know how much? More than 100 pieces a day on average!
Even Kids Can Apply
Many people think this job sounds pretty fun. The job is even open to kids! Are you 5 or older? Then you can apply!
Do you want this job? If you say yes, you need “golden taste buds (味蕾)”and “an obvious sweet tooth”, the ad says. You cannot be allergic to anything. You also need ideas about how to sell more candy, or how to make the candy better.
The company wants someone with a great sense of taste, though it will also provide some training.
This is because taste testers need to know a lot about food for their job.
Taste Testing Isn’t Just Eating Candy
As a taste tester for a candy company, you have to know how to talk about taste. You also have to understand different textures (口味). A texture is the way something feels when you eat it. For example, the texture of toast is sharp, firm and fresh. The texture of yoghurt is smooth. All in all, taste testers do more than eat candy. They should be aware of how to make sure their company has high-quality products.
1. What makes the job special?| A．Needing a lot of tests. | B．Being full of fun. |
| C．Suiting children under 5. | D．Focusing on sweet food. |
| A．An entertainer. | B．A salesman. | C．A sweet lover. | D．A career cook. |
| A．Telling taste apart. | B．Selling products. |
| C．Making things fun. | D．Offering training. |
【推荐2】Teachers help shape us into the people we become. They teach us academic skills，but their impact（影响）extends far beyond the classroom. Teacher Appreciation Week runs from May 2 to May 6. People across the country use this special week to show teachers how important they are to their lives. We asked our readers to tell us about their most inspiring（鼓舞人心的）teachers. Read about these outstanding educators and recommend your favourite ones.
A teacher who inspires me is my art teacher，Mrs. Imel. Mrs. Imel is the best person I have known. She is always smiling and saying，“I love it！I love it！”She believes in me and in every child she teaches.
—Makena Weiscopf，11
Ms. Berra has helped me become a happier learner. She makes her class funny，and makes school funnier. When the class doesn’t understand anything，she explains it in a funny way that makes sense. She makes everybody laugh all through her class.
—Victor Padilla, 10
My 6th grade language and literature teacher in my former school in India was Mrs. Dias. She always made sure we got to class on time and helped us with problems outside of school. Mrs. Dias also taught me to always believe in myself, no matter what the odds were. I will always remember the valuable lessons she taught me and I will always remember her.
—Akshitha Veeramachaneni, 12
I am a Chinese citizen and moved to the United States in 2017. In fifth grade, I met a teacher named Mr. Mabushay. Every day, I went to his class and he taught me how to speak to people and act according to American culture. He taught me the importance of having an open mind. He inspired me to expand my vocabulary and come out of my shell. Now, I am no longer feeling lonely. Instead, I feel comfortable in America. It feels great to have lasting friendships with my classmates and my English continues to get better every day. Thanks, Mr. Mabushay!
—Tingwei Ye, 12
1. What do you learn about Mrs. Imel?| A．She is feeling very lonely. | B．She teaches painting. |
| C．She tends to get angry. | D．She is very confident. |
| A．humorous | B．kind-hearted |
| C．strict | D．dull |
| A．chances | B．costs |
| C．reasons | D．difficulties |
| A．take part in winter sports | B．make the best of his time |
| C．communicate with others | D．become a creative artist |
【推荐3】We’re seeking an experienced Digital Product Designer to join the team of our newly established getAbstract based in Switzerland.
●Core responsibilities
Strategy and Research: Conduct market and user research(e.g. user pain points, expectations, opportunities).
Product definition: Turn strategic and market insights into requirements for a product.
Analytics: Together with data analysts, define the design of data-driven tests.
Development: Cooperate and work closely with software developers, AI and Machine Learning engineers.
●Key Qualifications and Experience
* 3＋ years experience in design-thinking processes with a focus on UX, UI, data and technology achieved in a relevant environment.
* Expert with current design and prototyping tools(产品原型设计工具). Develop with your choice of tools.
* Strong written and spoken English communication skills - German a plus.
* Willingness to occasionally participate in Design Sprints or other team workshops which are held in Lucerne(Switzerland).
What is in it for you?
* A unique, entrepreneurial(创业的)opportunity to be a part in shaping our newly established getAbstract LAB.
* Flexible working hours, remote working/home office and occasionally working at our lakefront offices in Switzerland.
* Continuous education based on your interests and opportunity to dive into other areas of the product development lifecycle.
* Possibility to move along and grow with our company.
* Team events every month, and healthy snacks, beverages and coffee every day.
Do you have what it takes? Please send your application and supporting documents(CV, diplomas, work portfolio and work certificates)to galab@getabstract.com.
1. Which of the following is a must for this job?| A．Devotion to this position. | B．Good command of German. |
| C．Relevant working experience. | D．Good brains in varied design tools. |
| A．Better education. | B．Weekly team events. |
| C．A good chance to be promoted. | D．Sometimes working at home. |
| A．By sending an email. | B．By submitting CV in person. |
| C．By calling the one in charge. | D．By registering on a website. |
