1 . The Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA) supports a wide variety of programs to ensure that all youth have the skills and training they need to successfully make the switch to adulthood and careers. These programs include:
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training and related classroom instruction in which workers learn the practical and theoretical aspects of a highly skilled occupation. Applicants for apprenticeship programs must be at least 16 years old and meet the program sponsor’s qualifications.
YouthBuild
YouthBuild programs give at-risk youth ages 16-24 the opportunity to transform their lives by earning their high school certificate of graduation or an equally state-recognized degree, learning to be community leaders, and preparing for college and other post-secondary training opportunities.
Job Corps
Job Corps is the nation’s largest and most comprehensive residential, education, and job training program for at-risk youth, ages 16 through 24. Private companies, state agencies, federal agencies, and unions recruit young people to participate in Job Corps, where they can train for and be placed in jobs.
Youth Connections
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014 is carrying out a comprehensive youth employment program for serving qualified youth, ages 14-24, who face barriers to education, training, and employment.
For more information about youth programs, visit ETA’s Division of Youth Services page.
1. Who can apply to Apprenticeship programs?| A．A girl at least 16 years old switching to careers. |
| B．A boy over 16 years of age having previous work experience. |
| C．A girl over 16 years of age meeting the requirements of sponsors. |
| D．A boy at least 16 years old learning the practical and theoretical aspects. |
| A．Training content | B．Training audience |
| C．Training outcomes | D．Training approaches |
| A．Apprenticeship | B．YouthBuild |
| C．Job Corps | D．Youth Connections |
2 . One thing you’ll probably notice about being a teenager is that your body isn’t completely used to the changes. In fact, the changes in your brain don't completely settle in most people until their mid-20s. Your body changes in many ways and most of these changes are brought about because of chemicals released in the body.
First, take the moment when no one is talking to you to think about your breathing. By asking that step back from how you’re feeling and examining why you’re feeling it, it is easier to process these emotions. If you’re feeling awkward and embarrassed at school, the easiest thing to do is to ride that emotional wave even if it means a private release of emotions.
Fortunately, this isn’t the only way. A mindful approach can be one of the best tools you have. When your mind feels more settled, allow one of the emotions to approach you .
Now, you’ve let it go! It doesn’t need to be a part of you, or control any part of you right now. This can be a very hard trick to master, because your brain is used to being affected by the emotion, and you’re trying to change course now,
| A．Don’t be depressed if it takes practice. |
| B．Admit what it is, but don’t be controlled by it. |
| C．As you focus on the present, try focusing on your breathing. |
| D．Having a sincere conversation with yourself is also a good idea. |
| E．Letting your tears flow can be a useful and mindful activity. |
| F．If, after all that, you still feel a need to blame yourself, simply let the emotion go. |
| G．This means your emotions can be unstable, making your mood change suddenly. |
3 . Why not take a guided tour of Hong Kong with us? Here are some fantastic events of Hong Kong,
Horizon of KhufuPut on your VR headset and fasten your seat belt! With The Horizon of Khufu, travel back thousands of years to the heart of ancient Egypt: the immersive (沉浸式的) journey. Discover the Great Pyramid of Giza as it was more than 4500 years ago. Walk through its mysterious corridors and try to explore some secrets during a one-of-a-kind experience in Hong Kong.
Dates: select your own datesAccessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible
Accidentally Wes Anderson
Prepare to be transported into the world of Accidentally Wes Anderson. Discover the stories behind each real-life location. This unique photography exhibition features a worldwide collection of pictures, sharing warm colors and moments of delight. During the exhibition, you can create and enjoy your own Accidentally Wes Anderson moments.
Dates: the exhibition has been extended until Sunday April 14Accessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible
Avora
The new world of Avora is ready and waiting to be explored! Pop on your jumpsuit and have a taste of three delicious coffees, which help you get used to the new planet's atmosphere. Step through the gateway into the ecosystem of Avora and admire the world of amazing beauty while enjoying two more coffee surprises.
Dates: select your own datesAccessibility: this experience involves multiple steps and is only accessible in parts
Disney100
It all began with a mouse and a dream; a dream that became a story. A story now being told. Dive into the world of The Walt Disney Company and experience 100 years of magic like never before! Wonder at rare, original artefacts and props, see original costumes from your favourite Disney classics, and explore revolutionary exhibits that bring the magic of Disney to life. Click here now 10 get your tickets to Disney100 in Hong Kong!
Dates: select your own datesAccessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible
1. Which event can you choose to explore the history of ancient times?
| A．Horizon of Khufu. | B．Accidentally Wes Anderson. |
| C．Avora. | D．Disney100. |
| A．If disabled, the visitor can also take part in Avora feely. |
| B．The visitor can enjoy Accidentally Wes Anderson at any time. |
| C．When visiting Disney100, the visitor can learn about its story. |
| D．The visitor can touch the real Great Pyramid in Horizon of Khufu. |
| A．A website. | B．A newspaper. | C．A travel brochure. | D．A magazine. |
4 . Some of us like to keep some things private — maybe we don’t want people knowing about our relationship, our age or where we live — because these details are personal. The problem is, everywhere we go online, we seem to leave a digital footprint.
On our social media accounts, we often present things like our opinions, connections and holiday photos. The issue is, how do we stop everybody seeing everything? Maybe we don’t want a stranger knowing our favourite type of coffee. And cookies — there was a time they were just something nice to eat. Now they seem to appear unexpectedly on websites. So how can you stay more private?
There are some steps you can take. First, on your social media accounts, check your privacy settings. Many social media sites allow everything to be seen by default (默认), and the responsibility is on you to set your boundaries. And limiting the amount you share isn’t only confined (局限于) to social media. There are many sites out there that help you to share documents — so a good tip may be to not put anything too private, like passwords, on there. One careless click may send it to the wrong person.
Finally, cookies are designed to improve your surfing experience by tracking and saving information about your visits to a site, helping to personalise your sessions. Deleting (删除) your using history may help, but there are certain apps which can block them if you don’t feel comfortable.
So, if you want to maintain your privacy online, maybe only share things you’d be happy with a stranger seeing — and if you don’t feel comfortable with cookies, you might decide to apply some tech to block them. If that’s not enough, just don’t accept them and visit another site — and why not have a yummy cookie to eat instead?
1. What is the article aimed at?| A．Reminding you to update information. |
| B．Advising you to maintain privacy online. |
| C．Encouraging you to live a simple digital life. |
| D．Warning you to delete social media accounts. |
| A．To increase the number of followers. |
| B．To block all the cookies from tracking. |
| C．To limit the amount of information shared. |
| D．To prevent strangers from viewing using history. |
| A．Disable some social media sites. |
| B．Share passwords with familiar ones. |
| C．Store documents on public sites. |
| D．Use suitable apps to block cookies. |
| A．Concerns for personal privacy. | B．Recommendation of private apps. |
| C．Suggestions for protecting privacy. | D．Application of high technologies. |
5 . Wildlife conservation is the practice of protecting plant and animal species and their habitats. As part of the world’s ecosystems, wildlife provides balance and stability to nature’s processes. The goal of wildlife conservation is to ensure the survival of these species, and to educate people on living sustainably with other species.
The human population has grown exponentially (呈指数地) over the past 200 years, to more than seven billion people today, and it continues to rapidly grow. This means natural resources are being consumed faster than ever by the billions of people on the planet. This growth and development also endangers the habitats and existence of various types of wildlife around the world, particularly animals and plants that may be displaced for land development, or used for food or other human purposes. Other threats to wildlife include the introduction of invasive species from other parts of the world, climate change, pollution, hunting, fishing, and poaching (偷猎).
International organizations like the World Wildlife Fund, Conservation International, the Wildlife Conservation Society, and the United Nations work to support global animal and habitat conservation efforts on many different fronts. They work with the government to establish and protect public lands, like national parks and wildlife refuges (野生动物保护区). They help write legislation (立法), such as the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 in the United States, to protect various species. They work with law enforcement to prosecute (检举) wildlife crimes, like wildlife trafficking and poaching. They also promote biodiversity to support the growing human population while preserving existing species and habitats.
National Geographic Explorers, like conservation biologists Camille Coudrat and Titus Adhola, are working to slow the extinction of global species and to protect global biodiversity and habitats. Environmental filmmakers and photographers, like Thomas P. Peschak, are essential to conservation efforts as well, documenting and bringing attention to endangered wildlife all over the world.
1. Which is a goal of wildlife conservation?| A．To limit population growth. | B．To manage natural resources. |
| C．To promote land development. | D．To encourage harmonious coexistence. |
| A．Rapid population growth. | B．Resource consumption. |
| C．Wildlife conservation. | D．Climate change. |
| A．The role of international organizations. | B．The importance of biodiversity promotion. |
| C．The activities of conservation organizations. | D．The impact of wildlife crimes on ecosystems. |
| A．To emphasize the importance of law enforcement. |
| B．To show the achievements of wildlife conservation. |
| C．To provide statistics on wildlife conservation efforts. |
| D．To recognize the contributions of certain individuals. |
6 . Humiliation (蒙羞). Many of us have experienced that fearful feeling of just wanting the ground to open up and get down, right?
Humiliation is quite often compared to the feeling of shame. Shame is more of a private feeling of regret and dishonor, which results from having said or done something wrong or stupid. For example, a good person will feel ‘shameful’ for speaking or doing something mean to a friend.
So, how can you deal with it? According to psychologist Robert J. Sternberg, there are a few steps you can take. First, you must accept the humiliation and realize you’re not the only one who has felt like this.
Lastly, resilience (恢复力) seems to be extremely important. Some people say: “What doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger”.
| A．While humiliation probably won’t kill you, it can hurt. |
| B．It occurs when someone decides to make us feel small. |
| C．It makes that person feel bad and regretful of his behavior. |
| D．Therefore, talk to others who have experienced it and move on. |
| E．Thus, this article helps to understand this painful private feeling. |
| F．The presence of others is the key factor—a public dressing-down. |
| G．So, take the challenge to make it known to the public and fight back. |
7 . San Diego stretches over nearly 350 square miles of beachfront and city, nature reserves and dynamic multicultural enclaves (飞地). The option for accommodations are nearly as varied as the landform.
Kings Inn San DiegoKings Inn, a family-owned motel, pays honor to the mid-century but restoration has brought 21st-century necessities (free Wi-Fi/gym) and sunny rooms. There are two onsite themed restaurants where hotel guests can get 10 percent off. Affordable parking ($15/day) and near to popular sites make this an attractive extended stay option.
Kimpton Alma HotelKimpton’s Alma has decoration inspired by the city: a beachy colour and street culture artwork. Among its three restaurants (the rooftop Leave of Absence bar is due to re-open spring 2024), the Desmond draws locals for chef Jason Neroni’s winning cooking creations, while the casual Café is a good choice for steak fries. In addition, pets are treated almost as well as their human companions in this hotel, which attracts many pet-lovers.
San Diego Mission Bay ResortMission Bay resort is located between two family-friendly public parks which features a popular swimming spot and two massive playgrounds. Broad green space allow for outdoor games. Paved paths lead to a narrow beach, where children can splash (泼) in calm bay waters. Grownups have benefits too, including a spa and nightly live music.
The GuildThe Guild highlights San Diego’s military history. Through 1970, it was a center of social and recreational activities for more than 125 million service staff. A 2019 reconstruction has preserved Lincoln Rogers’ 1924 Italian Renaissance-style (文艺复兴风格) building. Today’s visitors can enjoy craft cocktails (手工鸡尾酒) at the inviting Farniente lobby bar and courtyard dining area.
1. Which hotel is suitable for guests with pets?| A．The Guild. | B．Kings Inn San Diego. |
| C．Kimpton Alma Hotel. | D．San Diego Mission Bay Resort. |
| A．They are relatively cheap. | B．They are suitable for kids. |
| C．They’ve both been restored. | D．They have a long military history. |
| A．An official report. | B．An art magazine. |
| C．A scientific research. | D．A travel guidebook. |
8 . As an adult, one of the first questions you are asked when meeting someone new is, “What do you do?” This is because your career is a very important part of who you are. The career you have defines your life, and so taking time to think about it is an essential exercise for young people.
One of the most effective ways to get some insight on a possible career path is to complete a “career aptitude (才能) test”. There are many different kinds of career aptitude tests. Some ask questions about your personal interests and attitudes. Others focus more on asking you to rate different kinds of work scenarios (场景), like working as a librarian or a lawyer. Of course, while completing these sorts of tests, it is very important to be honest — and don’t worry — there are no right or wrong answers.
One popular test asks the participants to grade their preferences for a variety of work tasks. Their answers are then analyzed and divided up between six different types of work personalities. The participant is then given a chart showing their score for each type of work personality. The top three scores are used to make a code that indicates the participant’s overall work personality. This code is then used to generate a list of career suggestions.
The career suggestions are also based on your education and experience level, but you can look at higher-level careers as well, which is very useful for high school students. For example, you could look at the basic careers to see what work you might like now, and then look at the more advanced careers so you know what you may like to aim for in the future. This is a great tool to help plan your career and let you know what targets you need to reach to get there.
In conclusion, career aptitude tests are clearly a very useful tool. So try a few tests online and start thinking about your future career right now!
1. Why does the author ask the question in paragraph 1?| A．To support an idea. | B．To introduce a topic. |
| C．To define a profession. | D．To clarify a new concept. |
| A．It determines your future career. |
| B．It should be answered truthfully. |
| C．It stresses the accuracy of test answers. |
| D．It only cares about personal interests and attitudes |
| A．The theory of coding. | B．The advice on career planning. |
| C．The variety of work personalities. | D．The process of a career aptitude test. |
| A．Changing our jobs frequently. | B．Upgrading our levels of education. |
| C．Following the career advice strictly. | D．Pursuing advancement in our careers. |
9 . The Power of Meaningful Communication
The foundation of any happy and successful relationship is good communication.
Cultivate active listening. According to Medium, a key part of good communication is listening. Giving your full attention to your partner and maintaining eye contact are examples of active listening.
Be mindful of non-verbal communication.
Practice empathy and understanding. According to mindbodygreen.com, empathy and understanding can go a long way in creating good communication. Seek to understand your partner’s perspective and emotions, even when you disagree. Empathy allows you to connect on a deeper level and creates an atmosphere of mutual support.
| A．Create a safe space for open dialogue. |
| B．Communicate with appreciation and respect. |
| C．Communication is more than just the words that you speak. |
| D．Make time for regular discussions to talk about your relationship’s status. |
| E．Avoid asking questions or responding before they have completed speaking. |
| F．It deepens the bond between partners by promoting understanding and trust. |
| G．Engage with your partner without judgment and try to put yourself in their shoes. |
10 . The sun’s “sneeze” arrived as predicted! China’s National Center for Space Weather (NCSW) forecast geomagnetic activities (地磁活动) to occur from March 24 to 26. According to geomagnetic monitoring data, Earth experienced a geomagnetic storm that continued for 12 hours on March 25. Geomagnetic storms happen due to coronal mass ejections (CMEs，日冕物质抛射) during which some material from the sun’s outer layer makes its way to Earth. They can shoot out a huge amount of material and carry a strong magnetic field, which causes major changes in Earth’s magnetic environment.
“Geomagnetic storms can disrupt radio waves and cause problems for ground communication and satellite signals,” Professor Cai Zheng from Tsinghua University told Xinhua. This can influence the accuracy of navigation (导航) systems and the quality of signals for phones and satellite TV. Strong geomagnetic storms can also impact power transmission systems, even resulting in power failure. To reduce the effects of geomagnetic storms, it’s recommended to power off unnecessary electronic devices, especially high-powered ones, to prevent damage or fire. Critical equipment and infrastructure (基础设施) also require special protective measures, including regular checks and data backups, noted Guangming Daily.
Intense geomagnetic activity can also affect the migration and navigation abilities of animals. For instance, homing pigeons rely on Earth’s magnetic field for navigation during flight. Geomagnetic storms can affect their ability to find their way, making it difficult for them to return home.
Despite these disruptions, what about the impact of such storms on humans? Shortly after the recent geomagnetic storm, the topic of “geomagnetic storms and sleep” trended on Sina Weibo with some internet users claiming that they had trouble sleeping. However, it was just a convenient excuse. “Geomagnetic storms don’t influence human health,” Zong Weiguo at China Meteorological Administration told Science and Technology Daily.
1. What can we learn from the first paragraph?| A．Geomagnetic storms are caused by CMEs. |
| B．Geomagnetic storms change the Earth’s environment. |
| C．The Geomagnetic storm predicted by NCSW lasted 3 days. |
| D．Some substances from the sun’s inner layer focus magnetic fields. |
| A．They make it difficult for people to sleep. | B．They sharpen animals’ sense of direction. |
| C．They force electronic devices power-off. | D．They bring inconvenience to human life. |
| A．Deleting unnecessary data frequently. | B．Avoiding driving out during that period. |
| C．Checking important equipment regularly. | D．Turning off the badly-needed electronics. |
| A．Geomagnetic storms: Valuable natural activities. |
| B．Geomagnetic storms: Uninvited guests from the sun. |
| C．Geomagnetic storms: An unpredictable phenomenon. |
| D．Geomagnetic storms: Convenient excuses for humans. |
