1 . As a child, I would sit through movies I loved over and over. I dreamed of someday having the ability to create ______ .

But school was difficult for me for many reasons, so becoming a screenwriter seemed ______. When I was fourteen, I was shocked when my ______ were made into a brochure that was ______ to every student. For a week or so, I was treated very ______. Previously invisible, I was now “a published poet” receiving   praise and slaps(拍打) on the back. But an already deep-seated lack of ______ prevented me from having any serious hopes for a career in literature. I felt like those things only happened to other people. ______ I would look at thousands of books and ask myself, “Are all these people ______ than me, or did they just ______ harder?” So, I kept reading, writing and watching movies not only for ______ but to analyse how great stories are told.

The lack of confidence that annoyed me early in life took decades to ______ .

I had a job that paid well, but I ______ it. Suddenly, the company went out of business, ______ me to choose between getting yet another job I didn’t like and finally being committed to a career as a writer. My ______ was copyediting, which wasn’t writing exactly but almost.

I spent more years swimming in a sea of words, loved it and finally became a ______ as I had wished.

1.

A．conditions

B．films

C．memories

D．businesses

2.

A．unnecessary

B．impossible

C．appropriate

D．worthwhile

3.

A．photos

B．paintings

C．poems

D．reports

4.

A．given away

B．checked through

C．finished off

D．made up

5.

A．rudely

B．strictly

C．fairly

D．differently

6.

A．confidence

B．ability

C．curiosity

D．support

7.

A．However

B．Thus

C．Otherwise

D．Moreover

8.

A．wealthier

B．stronger

C．smarter

D．braver

9.

A．live

B．wait

C．try

D．rush

10.

A．assessment

B．entertainment

C．competition

D．adjustment

11.

A．return

B．grow

C．arise

D．shake

12.

A．misunderstood

B．ignored

C．deserved

D．disliked

13.

A．persuading

B．forcing

C．reminding

D．advising

14.

A．choice

B．truth

C．aim

D．challenge

15.

A．actor

B．director

C．screenwriter

D．teacher

2 . When it came time for me to look at options for postgraduate study, I decided to go abroad, initially looking at options in both Australia and the United States.

I decided on Australia finally after I spoke with friends, who had experience of studying at the University of Melbourne and living in the city. The people I knew described to me as a place where there were lots of people from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds, and where everyone was open-minded and there were discussions happening everywhere. I’m happy to say that ended up being my experience as well.

I joined Lion, one of Australasia’s largest food and drink companies, as part of their graduate program, which was a fantastic opportunity, because it gave me the opportunity to work in a variety of roles, and gain experience across a variety of functions. But the thing with Lion was that they were already a very established business; they already had their processes and structures in place.

When the opportunity came for me to join Culture Amp, I realized it was an opportunity to see a business grow and be part of that evolution. It was just what I wanted. That comes with its own challenges, as new problems appear you might be solving them from the very beginning, rather than having a framework to fall back on, but it also means there’s room to learn and experiment. It made me realize where my interests lie. Here in Australia, there’s a really high tolerance for change in your careers. I think it’s really easy for graduates to feel like they have to “jump” into a role, and then that’s it, forever. But the truth is, your career is a marathon. You can expect to change courses along the way, and allow your interests to open new doors.

1. Why did the author choose to study in Australia?

A．Her friends lived there.

B．She decided to work there.

C．She liked the culture there.

D．She wanted to meet new people.

2. Which can best describe the author’s work in Lion?

A．Facing various opportunities.

B．Lacking challenges.

C．Demanding new structures.

D．Offering limited roles.

3. What did the author want to get from Culture Amp?

A．Learning how to do experiments.

B．Having a framework to turn to.

C．Dealing with problems in wise ways.

D．Experiencing a company’s development.

4. What is the author’s attitude towards changing jobs?

A．Uncertain.	B．Objective.
C．Supportive.	D．Contradictory.

3 . Establishing a strong professional image helps individuals maintain positive workplace relationships and present themselves appropriately. Being mindful of how you speak and behave around others is important.     1    

Assess your communication style

You can use certain verbal (言语的) and nonverbal techniques to interact with others.     2     It will help you convey your purpose and accurate information, which others may appreciate if you work on a project together. Depending on your comfort level, it may be helpful to sustain (保持) some eye contact and monitor the volume of your voice.

Use social media thoughtfully

    3     Even if your personal accounts aren’t publicly viewable, it’s good practice to assume that others can still view and share anything you post on social media. As such, think about how your posts do or don’t match the professional image you’re cultivating at work.

Increase your time management skills

Arrive on time when attending meetings, presentations or other events.     4     It often shows respect for your colleagues and their responsibilities. To increase your chances of starting an event on time, it may be helpful to prepare your materials beforehand.

Strengthen your emotional intelligence

Emotional intelligence involves the ability to perceive the moods of others.     5     To enhance your professional image, it may be helpful to learn the priorities and motivations of others. Employers and colleagues often appreciate an individual who can respond to emotions productively.

A．Consider rules about clothing at work.

B．It’s important to be mindful of your online image.

C．That can convey a strong sense of professionalism.

D．It also includes changing your behavior accordingly.

E．Employ a clear speech pattern when communicating.

F．It may be beneficial to express a confident professional image.

G．Here we provide some helpful tips on your professional image.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下题。
1. What can we learn about John?

A．He has changed a lot.

B．He looks like his father.

C．He is looking for a place to live.

2. What does John work for?

A．An overseas firm.

B．His family business.

C．An exporting company.

3. What is John’s opinion on his life now?

A．Enjoyable.

B．Difficult.

C．Exciting.

5 . How to choose a career—for many, it’s a big and scary question. Deciding on the right career path is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your life.     1     Don’t worry. Here is a practical guide on how to choose a career path.

List your skills.

No matter who you are, I know there are plenty of things you’re good at. Make a list of every single one that comes to mind. What subjects did you ace in school? What talents do people compliment you on?     2     Don’t leave out any skill, even if you don’t think it qualifies as a career skill. You never know how your unique set of strengths could transfer to a job.

Identify your passions.

Passion isn’t just a pipe dream.     3     No one wants to do work that makes them feel like a zombie! Finding your passion doesn’t mean the work will always be easy, but it does mean you’ll be fulfilled while doing it. Make a list of the activities that bring you to life, energize you, inspire you, and make you lose track of time.

    4    

The next factor we need to consider is mission. Who are the people you most want to help? What problems do you want to solve? What causes inspire or concern you? How have you been able to help people in ways that were meaningful to you? These are important questions to ask yourself, because without having a deeper purpose or why behind your work, it will be hard to stay with it in the long term.

Do some research.

    5     Here is where you could find out the minimum requirements for each profession educationally, physically and mentally. As you continue your research, prioritize jobs that are in line with your aspirations and dismiss ones that clash or have little in common with your strong attributes.

A．Address your concerns.

B．Figure out your motivation.

C．However, you need to achieve it by every means.

D．These are all clues that tell you what your strengths are.

E．Thorough survey about the listed careers is of great importance.

F．It’s a very real and necessary part of doing a job that’s meaningful to you.

G．With endless career options available, making the right choice can be overwhelming.

6 . At 6 feet, 7 inches, Will Allen was a natural at basketball. He received scholarship offers from more than a hundred colleges. He finally chose the University of Miami.

Going away to college meant leaving the family farm. He remembered how hard that life on the farm had been. Now that his life was full of possibilities, he swore he would never go back to farming.

After college, Allen began a pro-basketball career in Belgium, where, ironically (讽刺地), he rediscovered farming. He found the farmers there farmed the way his parents had back home, caring for the land without using chemicals and fertilizers.

Allen and his family moved back to the United States in 1977 after he retired from basketball. They settled in Milwaukee, where his wife’s family owned a farm. In 1993, Allen bought the last remaining farm in the city of Milwaukee, where he began his career as an urban farmer. Later he formed his own organization Growing Power, one of the world’s top urban agricultural organizations.

Allen also travelled across the United States, Africa, and Central Asia to help people grow food more efficiently in ways that fit in with their own culture. “Food is in short supply all over the world right now,” he says. “A lot of people are hungry. We need to grow food everywhere we can—in backyards and side yards, on rooftops, and even in buildings.”

He has spoken about urban agriculture around the world and is currently designing a vertical farm which is a new way to help feed more people in cities. “My main mission is to bring food into people’s lives and train people how to grow food. That continues to be important to me. ” said Allen. He said so, and he did so.

“Growing food is powerful,” Allen says. “It can change the world!”

1. What do we know about Will Allen?

A．He wished to get away from his family.	B．He had a talent for playing basketball.
C．He got used to the hard life on the farm.	D．He was admitted to only several universities.

2. What is Allen’s suggestion on farming in the city according to Paragraph 5?

A．Grow what is right.	B．Everyone should take action.
C．Focus on environment.	D．Plant wherever possible.

3. Which of the following best describes Will Allen?

A．Ambitious.	B．Fortunate.
C．Traditional.	D．Adventurous.

4. What can be the best title of this text?

A．Childhood Dream Leads to Future Career	B．Urban Agriculture Holds Great Promise
C．Give up Basketball and Take up Farming	D．Return to Farming and Grow Food in the City

7 . Calling All High School Students

Apply to The Daily’s Summer 2023 Journalism Workshop!!

Click here for an application form

The application deadline has been extended to June 2 at 11:59 pm.

Join us for our annual summer eight-week journalism workshop! The program runs from June26 to August 18, 2023.

In our program, we’ll teach high schoolers the fundamentals through real-world reporting tasks. Some writers may even get the opportunity to publish their work on The Stanford Daily’s website as they receive one-on-one guidance from Daily editors in weekly check-in meetings and lessons.

Even if you’ve done a program with us before, you’re sure to learn new skills, encounter new challenges, and level up your journalistic skills! We have all-new content and guest speakers with fresh and exciting perspectives to bring to the table.

It is open to participants of all skill levels — our editors will work with you at whatever pace you’re comfortable with and get you up to speed regardless of your level of experience.

Over the course of the eight-week journalism workshop, participants will get hands-on experience in the end-to-end process of news reporting, including:

 How to find stories and assess (评估) their newsworthiness
 How to identify and interview sources
 How to create well-structured, interesting news pieces
 How to write breaking news

In addition to writing, students will have the opportunity to learn multimedia and digital skills, ultimately gaining exposure to the complete, real, end-to-end experience of working in journalism.

1. What is the purpose of the journalism workshop?

A．To expose high schoolers to the real world.

B．To bring The Stanford Daily to a larger audience.

C．To select potential writers for The Stanford Daily.

D．To equip high schoolers with skills of news reporting.

2. What can participants do in the workshop?

A．Start up a news writing website.

B．Chair weekly meetings of Daily’s editors.

C．Assess the work of Daily’s journalists.

D．Get personalized guidance from professionals.

3. What is the text?

A．An activity schedule.	B．An online advertisement.
C．A course review.	D．An academic article.

10 . Are you looking to enter the media industry but not necessarily as an actor? There are various positions in the media—some known and some not so well-known.

Video game developer

If you have a love for computer games, you may wish to consider being a video game developer. You will need to be qualified in computer programming languages. When you get promoted to a lead developer and programmer, you will write more complicated codes and manage other programmers.

Sound engineering technician

Are you currently in the audio-visual club? How about being a sound engineering technician? As a sound engineering technician, you operate machines and equipment to record, mix, or reproduce music, voices, and other sound effects. While you would be usually working indoors, you may also need to be outdoors.

Playwright

If you would like to set free the Shakespeare in you, how about a career as a playwright? You will need a formal qualification in playwriting or screenwriting and also understand the creative and technical aspects of theatre such as acting, directing, drama history and literary criticism, lighting, scenery and even costume design.

Film editor

As a film editor, you have to edit raw footages (镜头) in order to capture the on-screen personalities and tell a story. You will work with directors, producers and other film staff to ensure that production goals are achieved. With the use of computer software and digital equipment, you are expected to produce a high-quality finished product.

1. Who should be qualified with computer programming languages?

A．A video game developer.

B．A playwright.

C．A sound engineering technician.

D．A film editor.

2. What does the job of playwright need?

A．Techniques of video editing.

B．Skills of sound editing.

C．A knowledge of theatre.

D．A qualification in directing.

3. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To advertise.	B．To inform.
C．To entertain.	D．To clarify.