1. Why did the woman make the mistake?
A.She was ill. | B.She was forgetful. | C.She was silly. |
A.Simon's impression of her. |
B.The possibility of her dismissal. |
C.The company's potential losses. |
A.Make an apology. | B.Forget about it. | C.Find another job. |
A.Working in sales. | B.Working with people. | C.Working with numbers. |
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A.In an office. |
B.In a shop. |
C.In an apartment. |
A.A car salesman. |
B.A clothing designer. |
C.An English teacher. |
A.Through the Internet. |
B.From his friend. |
C.From college books. |
A.Deciding what she likes to do. |
B.Finding information about writing. |
C.Being confident about herself. |
4 . Get Help Finding a Youth or Student Job
If you’re a student looking for a job, you can get help through these programs—regardless of your background or circumstances.
Youth Job Connection
You get at least 60 hours of paid training to prepare you for the workplace, a job for up to 6 months, job-coaching and help with the transition from school to work, or to ongoing employment once the program ends.
Who is eligible (具备条件的): between 16 and 29 years old; not attending full-time school or training.
Youth Job Connection Summer
You get at least 20 hours of paid training to prepare you for the workplace, summer jobs that last for up to 8 weeks (part-time and after-school jobs are available if they don’t conflict with school), job-coaching and help returning to school after the program ends.
Who is eligible: between 18 and 20 years old; a high school student planning to stay in or return to school, or to move on to postsecondary education.
MARS Studio
You are guided to learn critical skills you need to solve complex 21st century challenges, build networks with peers, coaches, and leaders, and pursue your innovative ideas for bold change in society.
Who is eligible: 8-month fellowship for young people aged 18-29.
Starter Company Program
You get guidance business knowledge and funding to start, grow, or buy a small business. To qualify for funding of up to $5,000, you need to be able to contribute at least 25% of the grant amount.
Who is eligible: between 18 and 29 years old; applicants must not be attending school full time.
1. Which program is suitable for a 16-year-old student?A.Youth Job Connection. | B.Youth Job Connection Summer. |
C.MARS Studio. | D.Starter Company Program. |
A.It is intended for students only. | B.It provides the longest training. |
C.It offers business knowledge. | D.It helps return to school after the program ends. |
A.A well-paid job. | B.Paid training. | C.Job guidance. | D.High salary. |
1. What is the woman doing?
A.She’s interpreting a painting. | B.She’s chairing a meeting. | C.She’s hosting a program. |
A.From an oil painting. | B.From a city in Mexico. | C.From his initials in Spanish. |
A.His childhood friend. | B.His father. | C.A woman artist. |
A.His focus on life of the aged. |
B.His unique use of bright colors. |
C.His expression of childlike innocence. |
1. What is Tracy?
A.A student. | B.A librarian. | C.A programmer. |
A.Enjoyable. | B.Demanding. | C.Boring. |
A.Meet a friend. | B.Eat something. | C.See his boss. |
7 . Have you ever been caught like a deer in headlights when asked to tell others about yourself?
If the question catches you off-guard, you might simply be unprepared or uncomfortable talking about yourself.
“Tell me about yourself" is a common way for an interviewer to warm up a candidate at the beginning of a job interview.
You nailed the interview and got the job! You're likely to meet many people and answer some variation on the “tell me about yourself" question numerous times.
A.Again, keep it simple and professional. |
B.If it hasn't happened yet, it will eventually. |
C.What should you do if you are asked the question? |
D.Who do you think is most likely to ask this question? |
E.It's a good opportunity to learn more about your new workmates. |
F.It tests the candidate's confidence and sets the tone for the conversation. |
G.Whatever you do, don't turn around and ask the person the same exact question. |
1. What was the fastest-growing job according to the speaker?
A.Financial workers. |
B.Website designers. |
C.In-home health care workers. |
A.In Boston. | B.In Los Angeles. | C.In New York. |
A.Being enthusiastic. |
B.Progressing in your job. |
C.Finding industries with a lot of opportunities. |
A.Attending job fairs. | B.Moving to big cities. | C.Meeting people in the industry. |
1. Where are the speakers?
A.In a restaurant. | B.On a film set. | C.In a studio. |
A.At 8:00 a.m. | B.At 9:00 a.m. | C.At 10:00 a.m. |
A.Excited. | B.Worried. | C.Annoyed. |
10 . When you are choosing a major in the future, will you place a higher value on its future career or on its personal interest to you? Zhong Fangrong, a left-behind girl from Hunan province who scored 676 points in total on this year’s college entrance exam, preferred the latter as she applied to study archaeology (考古学) at Peking University.
However, there was a heated debate concerning whether she had made a wise decision. Some netizens argued that she wouldn’t have a promising future unless she chose a more popular major—for instance, finance, engineering, business, etc.—instead of archaeology. What’s more, considering the financial burden on her family, she had better think twice before making her final decision.
The girl later responded that she had been inspired to pursue archeology by Fan Jinshi, president of Dunhuang Academy, and that she had developed a passion for history and cultural relics (遗址). She also added that she cared little about fame and fortune.
Zhong has increased my confidence because of her attitude towards life. Firstly, she knows clearly what she is really interested in and is determined to devote herself to it. Secondly, Zhong has been able to stick to her pursuit despite the criticism from society.
Zhong’s pursuit reminds me of a lady who walks on a country road and lives in poetry—Li Ziqi. They both try their best to be who they want to be, which is rare and admirable nowadays.
Just ask yourself: Do you have the courage not to follow the pattern that the majority of people repeat? Actually, applying for an unpopular major may help you to avoid fierce competition. And the pursuit of a popular major is no guarantee for a brilliant future.
Following the example of Zhong, I will be more willing to follow my dreams in the years to come.
1. Some netizens opposed Zhong’s choice because they thought ______.A.she preferred finance to archaeology |
B.she wouldn’t have a promising future |
C.she placed value on her future career |
D.she cared much about fame and fortune |
A.Her courage to take an adventure. |
B.Her optimistic attitude towards life. |
C.Her stubborn belief in popular majors. |
D.Her love for history and cultural relics. |
A.Li Ziqi’s living in poetry. |
B.Netizens’ heated argument. |
C.Fan Jinshi’s encouragement. |
D.Zhong’s sticking to her pursuit. |
A.You Can Be Who You Want To Be |
B.Archaeology Is Becoming Popular |
C.A Left-behind Girl Scored 676 Points |
D.A Heated Debate Arose Among Netizens |