1 . A career aptitude (能力、倾向) test is often used to help those interested in entering the work force.     1    . These tests can help evaluate how a person thinks and best understand what areas of interest a person may want to go after.

    2    . They will typically consist of a number of questions phrased as multiple-choice or true/false questions. These are often used so that the results of the test can be determined through computer analysis of answers. Take 123 Career Test for an example. 123 Career Test is a five-to-ten minute assessment of your career personality. You look at pictures of people who are doing work-related task, and choose “yes” or “no” in regard to whether you could see yourself enjoying that task.     3    , the computer will soon tell you what work environments and occupations best suit your career personality.

123 Career Test shows how wonderful career aptitude test can be. You may now be eager to try one.     4    .

Some career aptitude tests may only focus on analyzing the types of skills or strengths and weaknesses a person may have. The results of such tests may not always match what a person wants to do. Someone could be very strong at critical thinking and analysis, which may indicate he or she has an aptitude for becoming a scientist. If that person has no particular interest in science, however, then the results of such a test would not necessarily indicate what career he or she should pursue.     5    .

A．It is relatively easy to carry out

B．It indicates what tests are more suitable for them

C．It determines what career might be the best choice for them

D．After you finish the tasks related to choosing “yes” or “no”

E．But before you do that, there’s something you’d better know

F．The results only show a career which he or she may be good at

G．There are many ways in which a career aptitude test can be prepared

2 . Often, when we're faced with a difficulty, it's easy for us to look only at the negatives. It's very _________ to see that silver lining. This is what _________ the successful from the average. Successful people are always able to try their best and find _________ opportunities.

My friend Sarah was recently given a golden opportunity to _________ a leadership position at a new regional office in Seoul, S. Korea, and one of the key job _________ is to improve communication between local partners. _________ Sarah had over 10 years of experience in her field, and had a strong set of skills that _________ the job, she couldn't speak Korean, which meant she would face a pretty significant language _________. Instead of focusing on the _________ aspect of this job offer, Sarah chose to take on the challenge.

She ____________ by hiring an assistant who was able to speak fluent Korean, acting as her ____________ for the first few months. ____________ she devoted one hour each night to working with a Korean language ____________. Six months later, Sarah was able to talk with Koreans, and she could even ____________ meetings in Korean. Of course, Sarah did a lot of things to achieve this goal. But the ____________ is that she didn't let her ____________ problem of not being able to speak Korean ____________ her career advancement.

So, once you get past the ____________ and find your focus, you'll be well ____________ to start checking off other tasks to get you closer to your ____________. This is how a barrier can become a hidden opportunity!

1.

A．strange

B．hard

C．similar

D．ambiguous

2.

A．transforms

B．discourages

C．prevents

D．separates

3.

A．hidden

B．lost

C．normal

D．equal

4.

A．find out

B．cope with

C．take up

D．put forward

5.

A．markets

B．circumstances

C．applications

D．requirements

6.

A．After

B．While

C．Since

D．If

7.

A．updated

B．created

C．fitted

D．extended

8.

A．barrier

B．result

C．choice

D．decision

9.

A．controversial

B．appealing

C．major

D．negative

10.

A．paid off

B．got off

C．started off

D．took off

11.

A．rescuer

B．porter

C．servant

D．translator

12.

A．Meanwhile

B．Otherwise

C．Instead

D．However

13.

A．learner

B．tutor

C．operator

D．observer

14.

A．hold

B．attend

C．postpone

D．cancel

15.

A．difference

B．tradition

C．key

D．value

16.

A．impossible

B．ordinary

C．initial

D．constant

17.

A．withdraw

B．confuse

C．delay

D．stop

18.

A．condition

B．obstacle

C．career

D．agreement

19.

A．prepared

B．qualified

C．satisfied

D．educated

20.

A．heart

B．deadline

C．subject

D．goal

3 . The goal of writing a resume(简历)is to show employers you are well fit for the job. Adding information like your skills can help convey why the employer should advance you in the hiring process. Another section you might consider is to add voluntary work.

Reasons for Listing voluntary work

★To provide information on changeable skills when shifting careers or industries ★To give background when there are gaps in your resume due to leaving the workforce for an extended period of time ★To add to a resume with limited professional experience (important to recent college or high school graduates)

How to list voluntary work on your resume

★If you have professional experience ,you should include only three to five most recent and relevant jobs. If not, onsider adding volunteer positions to your professional background section. List relevant volunteer experiences under your professional history section. ★If you gained or improved important skills through voluntary work, include these skills and developments in the voluntary work description. Pay attention to any skills that may also be important to your potential employers. ★If you have volunteer experiences that are unrelated to your industry, you might consider including a brief voluntary work section at the bottom of your resume if you feel it will set you apart from other candidates. You can format this section the same as your professional work experience section or write a shortened version that takes up less space.

1. Which one can explain why you should add voluntary work to your resume?

A．To indicate you are professional.	B．To prove you have wide interests.
C．To show your fitness for special jobs.	D．To explain the gap in your working record.

2. What should you do when listing your voluntary work?

A．Include 3-5 voluntary experiences.	B．Describe the skills gained from volunteering.
C．Create a separate and large section.	D．Avoid rough description of voluntary work.

3. What type of writing is this text?

A．A notice.

B．An ad.

C．A guidance.

D．An invitation.

4 . 阅读下面的短文，然后根据短文内容回答问题。

China will encourage overseas Chinese students to start their own businesses at home, a State Council executive meeting chaired by Premier Li Keqiang decided on April 5th, 2018.

The meeting made decisions to make it easier for overseas Chinese students to meet different kinds of requirements that are necessary when to start businesses. Besides, the steps to get hukou in big cities, such as Beijing and Shanghai, will be greatly simplified. It also paid much attention to the schooling of returnees, children by deciding to make more supporting policies (政策).

Nowadays, a large number of Chinese students each year choose to return home after completing studies overseas. They hope to live in a familiar environment and make motherland stronger. So supporting policies are expected to be provided. “The encouraging policies require different departments (部门) to work together and good results are expected,” he said.

From 1978 to 2017, 83.73 percent of overseas Chinese students, totaling 3.132 million, returned to China after completing their studies, according to the Ministry of Education. In 2017 alone, 480,900 returned, an 11.19 percent increase over 2016.

China now has 351 entrepreneurship parks (创业园区) around the country. Beijing, Guangzhou and Shanghai are the most common choices. They are home to more than 23,000 companies and have attracted more than 86,000 overseas returnees.

A public service system open to all overseas Chinese students will be set up to provide all-around support for their start up businesses.

1. What will China encourage overseas Chinese students to do?
2. According to the passage, how many decisions were made at the meeting?
3. Why do overseas Chinese students want to come home?
4. Did the number of overseas Chinese students returning home rise in 2017?
5. Where are most entrepreneurship parks set up in China?

5 . If you're not sure what career to pursue, here are some steps that can help you to choose a career.

Tastes and abilities.

To choose a career, you must separate two important concepts: tastes and abilities.    1    But if not, remember that you devote much of your life to the profession of your choice, so it must be something you're passionate about. Make two columns on a sheet of paper; write what you like to do in one column and your talents and abilities in the other. Draw a line to link the skills that relate to what you like to do, so you can clarify your options by identifying the skills you have and how they relate to what you want to do.

Personal decision.

It's your life; only you can choose your career.    2    If they hold different ideas from you, it is good to hear different opinions, but the ultimate decision is yours.

    3    

Find out about the labor sector and the opportunities available for graduates from the career that interests you. It is important to recognize the level of competition you may face and the opportunities that exist.

Salary.

It never hurts to know the wage curve of a professional career. One thing is to choose a profession for the economic benefit and another to choose a career that you like. It is advisable to make a balance between pay and your tastes.    4    

Choosing a career to pursue is a major life decision that must be considered carefully.    5    A college degree is the first requirement for a successful professional future nowadays.

A．Career Interests.

B．Work Opportunities.

C．Give each aspect a weight you consider necessary.

D．People around you should respect what you choose.

E．If you are lucky enough that they match, much better.

F．First you should ask yourself what activities you enjoy the most.

G．Anyone valuing professional development must pay attention to education.

6 . Tips for Choosing a Career

Choosing a career is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Most people spend half or more of their waking hours five days a week at their jobs. While selecting a career can be a difficult process, the following tips can make this process easier for you.

Extensive reading about potential careers is vital.     1     It’s important to collect vital information such as career descriptions, career outlooks, employment statistics, educational requirements, and potential earnings.

    2     Do this frequently since these lists keep changing. A “hot job” today may not be “hot” next year or the year after next year. When evaluating these lists, keep in mind your interests, skills and job satisfaction requirements.

Find a mentor. Many colleges and employers have a formal mentoring program.     3     It is a great way to learn about a career, and a mentor can provide valuable networking opportunities. “Mentworking” is a new trend which combines mentoring and networking, and which has shown good results.

Interviewing people in the field is an excellent way to learn about the various aspects of a career.     4     Informational interviews often change a person’s perspective about an occupation. You can find interview candidates by asking friends, teachers and neighbors. You can also contact relevant professional associations and societies and visit appreciate social and professional networking sites online.

The skills required for a career are an essential factor for an individual’s potential for success in that career. Write a list of the skills needed for a particular field. Place a check next to each skill you possess.    5    

Your skills should be a vital factor in your career selection process. A satisfying career is often built upon a match with what you are naturally good at. Natural strengths allow an individual to work with ease and acquire expertise faster.

A．Also, formal mentoring organizations are available that match mentors with individuals.

B．Doing this may also provide good social communication opportunities.

C．At last, please count the number of checks you have.

D．Potential careers are the jobs which you will have in the future.

E．You will discover details about careers that you were not aware of.

F．The more checks you make, the more likely this field is right for you.

G．Look for lists of “hot jobs” on the Internet and in magazines.