1 . I walked into my adviser’s office, filled up with disappointment and confusion. The recent career workshop where I was given advice about following my dream didn’t work for me again.
To become a professor of biology had been my dream for 22 years. However, after about 4 years in a program, I decided I did not want to go after a career in research after all. I began to attend career workshops, hoping they would have the magical answers I needed, but without success.
Finally, I went to my adviser. After listening to my declaim, he calmly told me that instead of focusing on finding a dream job, I should think about what I was good at and what made me happy at least 80% of the time. He assured me there was seldom a perfect job and every job had its ugly bits. He also said it was important to find a job I was good at.
I was relieved to finally have helpful and practical advice. But I discovered that finding common ground between what I liked and what I was good at was not easy. I loved diving, but the physical demands were challenging. I was good at teaching, as evidenced by my friends before and favorable reviews when I was a teaching assistant, but I didn’t like repeating the same content every year. Through my teaching experience, however, I also learned that I loved telling stories about science. Maybe science communication would offer what I was looking for.
To test the waters, during my “spare time” I started a blog about the history of scientific discoveries. I found that I loved the freedom to choose what to write about. As for whether I was any good at it, the signs were promising. My writing got noticed, eventually by people at my institution, and I was given chances to write press releases and stories for the university’s news office. After 3 years of writing, I was offered a position as a science writer. It was nothing like my childhood dream. But I was happy—more than 80% of the time.
1. Why was the author disappointed and confused?A.His life-long dream to be a professor didn’t come true. |
B.The advice he received from the workshop had no use. |
C.He didn’t learn the magic from the workshop successfully. |
D.The program he did wasted him four years of time. |
A.It was temporarily useful. | B.It sounded quite average. |
C.It seemed challenging. | D.It was of use to practice. |
A.He didn’t like biology. | B.He didn’t have a strong body. |
C.He had no interest in teaching. | D.He had good communication skills. |
A.Active and flexible. | B.Focused and humorous. |
C.Determined and easy-going. | D.Hard-working and independent. |
2 . If you are a fortunate college graduate who has got a job, your attention will soon turn to starting your career in a successful way by doing well in your first job.
Send emails about meaningful work issues early and/or late in the day to show that you are not only present but also productive.
Plan to arrive earlier and/or stay later than your leader to prove you are ready to work hard.
Do not miss work time. If it’s absolutely necessary, work from home if possible.
Introduce yourself to as many co-workers as possible. Learn about the roles they play and the work done by them.
Keep in touch with all those people, like those who recommended you to your workplace.
You’ll only have one first job, so make the most of it.
A.Offer to help others out. |
B.Keep in touch with your boss. |
C.They’ve helped you move forward to get this job. |
D.Here are some practical tips for success in your first job. |
E.Ask for help when you are stuck but don’t be overly needy. |
F.You can also put in extra hours to catch up when you return. |
G.You will set the stage for an exciting and successful long-term career. |
A.Delighted. | B.Discouraged. | C.Satisfied. |
1. What does the man want to do?
A.Pay taxes. | B.Get information. | C.Answer questions. |
A.Call back later. | B.Send an email. | C.Speak to someone else. |
A.Learning a language. |
B.Having an interview. |
C.Giving an English class. |
1. What business are the speakers in?
A.Athletic shoes. | B.Sports clothes. | C.Sports equipment. |
A.Jogging. | B.Skiing. | C.Tennis. |
A.Pre-school kids. | B.The disabled. | C.Teenagers. |
8 . Summer Camp Jobs
Looking to have the best summer experience ever? Our camps employ staff (员工) for a number of roles, including camp counsellors (顾问), sports specialists, and arts, theatre and outdoor adventure specialists. It would be better if you have any experience in working with children! JCUSA (Jewish Camps USA) will work with you to find the most suitable role and camp for you.
What you are going to do
This is a job like no other; we personally get to know you and our most important thing is to make sure that you go to a camp that suits you best.
★ The right overnight camp: You can select this kind of camp to have a start. Don’t worry. You will feel comfortable and right at home.
★ The correct role: At camps there are many different roles and we will decide together from your application and interview what will suit you best. We will look into your previous experiences and focus on what you need for your future to give you the chance to do something you love every day.
★ Ready for camping: You will have specific training for your role at the camp so you will be fully prepared for your job. You will be part of a group to go to camp and will know everyone before going.
What we offer
★ You will get paid in your first year between $1,650 and $2,400. The salary is based upon the completion of your camp task.
★ You will get a chance to go with a group of JCUSA staff and meet them before you arrive at your own camp.
★ You will travel around the USA for up to 60 days!
What we ask
★ You need to finish high school and must be 18 by 2021.
★ You are energetic, outgoing and looking for a cultural summer experience.
★ You do not need to be Jewish to apply to work at a Jewish summer camp.
1. Which of the following is an advantage for an applicant to get the job?A.Having a night job. | B.Working with kids. |
C.Studying abroad. | D.Being a gardener. |
A.A new specific training card. |
B.A salary of more than $2,400 a month. |
C.A chance to travel around the world for 60 days. |
D.A chance to work with a group of JCUSA staff. |
A.They must be 18 or older by 2021. |
B.They should graduate from high school. |
C.They need to be Jewish for a Jewish summer ramp. |
D.They should be outgoing and willing to camp. |
9 . While I was waiting to enter university, I saw in a newspaper a teaching job
However, three days later, a letter arrived, calling me to Croydon for a meeting with the headmaster. It proved to be a
"The school," he said, "is made up of one
Before I had time to ask about my salary, he got up to his
A.kept | B.lost | C.wanted | D.found |
A.money | B.time | C.students | D.clothes |
A.harmful | B.useful | C.funny | D.secret |
A.expecting | B.whispering | C.fearing | D.considering |
A.material | B.experience | C.means | D.books |
A.nice | B.great | C.slight | D.helpful |
A.difficult | B.pleasant | C.comfortable | D.short |
A.most | B.least | C.last | D.first |
A.teacher | B.door-keeper | C.student | D.headmaster |
A.shut | B.opened | C.repaired | D.kicked |
A.group | B.class | C.dozen | D.score |
A.which | B.that | C.what | D.this |
A.one | B.two | C.three | D.four |
A.classes | B.subjects | C.levels | D.places |
A.excited | B.angry | C.glad | D.disappointed |
A.poor | B.interested | C.weak | D.good |
A.forcing | B.having | C.forgetting | D.managing |
A.watching | B.studying | C.enjoying | D.helping |
A.letter | B.feet | C.hands | D.wife |
A.runs | B.starts | C.observes | D.likes |
10 . To reduce the spread of the pandemic (流行病),Corona Virus, our product manager has announced businesses to start working from home. For those who are working from home, dealing with this situation can be challenging.
Create a work area. Your first challenge is to pick a corner in the home and create a work-space that is perfect for work from home.
Be organized. Get your laptop, cell phone diary in the right place.
Ensure proper lighting is there.
A.If you are in a noisy home |
B.Create a private area |
C.Here's how you can master it |
D.Certain apps can help you to organize the day |
E.Find out the right furniture and ensure it is comfortable |
F.Learn technologies |
G.It is important to choose that corner of the home where there is proper lighting |