1 . On a recent visit to her family home in Atlanta, Stella came across some papers from her tenth- grade English class. Looking at her essays and the notes, Stella was struck by how the work she did in that class informed her work now as an editor. Her teacher, Mr. Newman, always encouraged his students to dig deeper. Stella learned that the best way to understand literature is by asking, “What is this work trying to accomplish?” Now, when she sits down to edit a manuscript (手稿) that’s one of two guiding questions Stella asks herself, followed by, “How can I help the author fully realize that vision?”

Those questions were at the top of Stella’s mind when Freewater by Amina landed on her desk. As Stella made editorial suggestions, she was mindful of the balancing act involved in writing about a topic as painful as slavery and doing so through the eyes of a child. Stella kept a kid reader in mind-someone who might have learned only a part of this history. Stella and Amina went back and forth in phone calls, e-mails, editorial letters, and notes directly in the manuscript, until they agreed that Freewater was exactly where it needed to be.

The novel hit bookshelves on February 1, 2022, and nearly a year later was awarded the John Newbery Medal. Amina became only the third Black woman to be awarded that medal in the award’s one-hundred-and-one-year history, and Stella became the first Black editor to edit a Newbery-winning book.

Stella’s strategic approach to editing, personal warmth, and keen editorial insight have won her universal admiration from authors and colleagues, who also enjoy her sense of humor and infectious laugh. She is a powerful advocate for all the authors in her orbit, which recently came to include her mother, Wanda M. Morris, whose novel All Her Little Secrets has been widely acclaimed and even optioned for TV.

1. What’s Stella’s tenth-grade English teacher like?

A．Humorous.

B．Determined.

C．Inspiring.

D．Cautious.

2. What’s Stella’s major concern as an editor?

A．The novelty of the manuscript.

B．The writer’s purpose of writing.

C．The writer’s understanding of literature.

D．The practical significance of the work.

3. What’s paragraph 2 mainly about?

A．Why Amina created Freewater.	B．Who Freewater is intended for.
C．What message Freewater conveys.	D．How Stella helped improve Freewater.

4. What does the underlined word “acclaimed” mean in paragraph 4?

A．Applied.

B．Adapted.

C．Praised.

D．Shared.

2 . Research shows that forming connections with your coworkers is good for your career and your overall happiness.

It’s a fact that as you get older, it becomes harder to make friends. It’s a natural progression, whether you work in an office or a remote area. As you get older and leave school, you often have more demands for your time and fewer opportunities to get to know those around you.

“Maintaining friendships takes effort, but it’s well worth it,” says CEO and Fast Company contributor Corey Weiner. “Studies show that a friend can make you a better collaborator (合作者), a more creative and productive worker and generally happier with your job.”

After all, most of you spend a huge number of your waking hours at work. Of course, it’s more fun to have someone to collaborate with and occasionally sympathize with. But how do you go about making genuine connections with coworkers or other like-minded individuals in your industry?

It might sound overly simplistic, but a big part of building friendships is just putting yourself out there. “If you’re not used to having a lot of friends any more, you may actually need to remind yourself to engage,” writes Professor Art Markman. “Set time on your calendar for a phone call or make plans to get a cup of coffee.”

“Don’t wait for someone else to make the first move,” says Keith Rollag, author of What to Do When You’re New. “If things go well during an initial coffee or activity, actively follow up to build on that connection.”

You’re not going to immediately bond with all of your coworkers or every person you meet at a networking happy hour. But making continual attempts to find connections with your non-annoying colleagues will eventually pay off. Last but not least, don’t call them work husband or work wife in the beginning.

1. Why is it harder to make friends when people get older?

A．They focus more on other business.

B．They have more demands on friends.

C．They reject to put many efforts into it.

D．They are too old to know other people.

2. What do the words of Corey Weiner show?

A．The way to make friends.	B．The need to do jobs well.
C．The importance of the studies.	D．The meaning of gaining friendship.

3. What does Keith Rollag attach importance to?

A．Keeping in touch with old friends.	B．Spending more time drinking coffee.
C．The initiative in forming connections.	D．The balance between work and life.

4. What is the author’s purpose in writing the last paragraph?

A．To offer suggestions.	B．To explain reasons.
C．To draw conclusions.	D．To make comments.

3 . Books are the most valuable cultural heritage. However, there are many ancient Chinese classics suffering from different degrees of damage due to various reasons.     1    

Bai Yuzhi,a post-90s restorer (修复师) at the Wuhan Library,graduated from Wuhan University in 2016 with a major in restoring ancient books. She is now the fourth generation of restorers at the Wuhan Library, Bai started practicing this technique during her after-class activities at college in 2014.     2     “I’m shy and not good at socializing, so this job suits me very well,” she said

    3     The restoration steps cannot be rushed. When restorers receive an ancient book, their first task is not to directly restore it but to observe it and record the book’s important details. After that, the restorers will open the book,remove every page, and repair it on the back side.     4     It may take one or two days to restore a single page. So it could take at least a month to complete the restoration of a whole book.

Bai has restored about 10,000 pages of ancient books in her over 10 years of work. The most difficult part of the restoration, according to her, is keeping everything under exact control over every stage.     5     If the paste (面糊) is too thin, the repaired pages may easily come off and become broken, which could affect the quality of the restoration. However, if the paste is too thick, the fixed pages will be tough, challenging to open.

With the advancement of science and digital technology, the methods for protecting ancient books have become more various.

A．The task of restoration is demanding.

B．Sometimes the book is badly damaged.

C．Bai works in reader service for ancient books.

D．This led to a new field—restoring ancient books.

E．She officially became a restorer in February 2019.

F．Recording the content of a book demands a restorer’s patience.

G．She gave an example of the challenges in preparing a suitable paste.

4 . The growing ice cream franchise(特许经营权) is the brainchild of Tom Landis, a restauranteur(餐馆老板), who wanted to create a safe space for people with special needs to work in the food industry, plus the flavors are great!

At the Dallas-based restaurant, employees serve large scoops of ice cream handed over with love. Tom Landis has hired people with special needs for many years. But he couldn't always provide a job for everyone who came to his fast-paced sandwich shops and pizza joints looking for work. Determined to create a business where friendliness   mattered and kitchens were safe, he landed on ice cream.

In 2015, he opened the first ice cream shop; there are now seven franchises in cities including Asheville, El Paso, Indianapolis and Denver. Each shop creates 15 jobs in a safe environment for people with special needs. He said two more franchises were opening soon.   “Our relentless mission is to employ all,”   he said while interviewed by the local media.

Employees are behind some of the best ideas at the ice cream shops, which boast(有) fun flavors like top-selling Dr Pepper Chocolate Chip, and other favorites like Cold Brew &Cookies and Strawberry Milkshake. In-store sampling events are leading to deal with some grocery stores in the coming months.

When Landis talked about the varieties of ice cream in his shops, he said,   “It just works. We sell out every time.”   In the sunny and brightly colored shops, employees spread kindness and happiness to their customers as they dish out extra ice cream and free sprinkles.

“That's what ice cream is,”   said Landis with joy. His employees are heroes. “They lead me,”   he added.

1. What does Landis intend to provide for people with special needs?

A．A kind boss.	B．Huge salaries.
C．A room to live.	D．Safe working places.

2. What do we know about Landis' sandwich shops?

A．They didn't suit all job hunters.

B．The customers there had special needs.

C．The food there was made in factories.

D．They had a novel space for customers.

3. What does the author mainly want to convey in paragraph 4?

A．The diversity of ice cream.

B．The employees’ creativity.

C．The popularity of ice cream.

D．The friendship between employees.

4. Which of the following can best describe Landis?

A．Mean but energetic.

B．Successful and determined.

C．Modest and responsible.

D．Conservative but practical.

5 . Once the choice of royal household, the watermelon has gained popularity rapidly over the years, and an online grocer reported that the fruit’s sales on the platform had increased sixfold from 2020 to 2022, resulting in increasingly high demand for watermelon quality testers.

Lee, 32, is extremely busy in the summer months. Just by holding the watermelon near his ear and knocking on the surface with his fingers, Lee says, he can tell by the sound if the fruit is ripe enough to be eaten or not. He works for a rural cooperative set up by a group of watermelon farmers, and puts thousands of watermelons through the “knock test” daily, before they are shipped to downtown warehouses where the platform sources its supplies.

The practice of knocking on watermelons to determine their ripeness can be found across cultures. In China, it is considered a national habit. Smart buyers tap on the fruit before purchase to ensure their money is well-spent. Some buyers knock on the fruit despite not knowing what the hollow sound means just to negotiate a better deal from the seller.

As fruit sales have moved to online platforms in a big way, those who make a living by checking the quality of the fruits with their fingers are much in demand. Lee is one among the growing group. Their task is to conduct knock tests on behalf of e-buyers and ensure that the fruits selected to be sold online are uniform in size and quality.

Lee, who was once an award-winning soccer player, now describes himself as a “goalkeeper for watermelons”. He quit soccer about four years ago and learned about melon-knocking as an emerging profession and decided to become an apprentice(学徒) to an experienced farmer.

After a year’s trial and error, Lee worked independently as a quality checker. “It is a highly demanding task. During the apprenticeship, I often cracked open melons to confirm my judgment. There are just no shortcuts, ” he said.

1. What is the main purpose of the text?

A．To introduce an emerging profession.

B．To describe Lee’s career transformation.

C．To discuss the importance of fruit quality testers.

D．To explain the cultural role of watermelon-knocking.

2. What has led to the high demand for watermelon quality testers?

A．The popularity of watermelons.	B．The big harvest of watermelons.
C．An increase in watermelon prices.	D．A rapid rise in online watermelon sales.

3. Why does Lee describe himself as a “goalkeeper for watermelons”?

A．He was once an award-winning soccer player.

B．He dreams of being a professional melon-knocker.

C．He was taught by an experienced watermelon farmer.

D．He ensures that customers enjoy watermelons of quality.

4. What can we learn from Lee’s words in the last paragraph?

A．Seeing is believing.	B．Every man has his value.
C．Great efforts and practice matter.	D．Excellence can be found in any profession.

6 . How to Succeed in a Job Interview

While most people want jobs, few look forward to being interviewed. Job interviews are stressful situations for even the most qualified candidates because applicants have only one opportunity to show that they will do better than the other applicants in the position they are seeking.     1    

Applicants should research the company and learn about it as much as possible. They should not just focus on the department that may hire them.     2     Interviewers frequently ask the following questions, “What do you know about our company, and why would you like to work here?” To answer this kind of questions, applicants must have done sufficient research to understand the needs of the entire company.

    3     The reason for this is quite clear. The interviewers are repeating the same questions to different candidates over several days, or even several weeks.     4     So, applicants should use this opportunity to impress the interviewers. They must recognize that the interviewers want to learn more about them, so they should give full, detailed, and unique answers to the questions.

Applicants should be careful about their non-verbal (非言语的) communication. Gestures, expressions and actions can speak a great deal louder than any words. For example, the interviewers notice an applicant glance at his or her watch or cell phone during an interview.     5    

Although an applicant can never see precisely how an interview will go on, careful planning, detailed answers and attention to non-verbal communication will make the process of applying for a job more likely to be successful.

A．Instead, they should get to know the company as a whole.

B．They expect a good answer that they have never heard before.

C．Therefore, they need to pay attention to the way they use gestures.

D．To ensure a better chance for the job, consider the following advice.

E．To approach a job interview successfully, applicants should prepare well.

F．Applicants should consider ways to make their answers unique so that they will stand out.

G．It is quite possible that the interviewers will likely feel that this person is not that interested in the position.

7 . 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.

8 . I remember waking up early on Saturday mornings when I was 12 to go and see patients with my dad. He volunteered once a month at a health center in downtown that served the city’s Spanish-speaking population. He would bring his own equipment — a lamp and a large machine called an autorefractor (自动验光仪). There was always a line of people waiting when we arrived. I’d sometimes help with translating, but often my father would ask me to run the autorefractor, which would give a judgement of the patients’ visual acuity (视力).

After completing checks and treatments, my dad would offer a deeply discounted operation on a later date to those who needed it. Besides volunteering, my father’s practice was one of the few in the area that accepted people without insurance, despite the risk of losing money. He sometimes came home with a piece of artwork or some food from patients who couldn’t pay for their care and instead offered a gift of their talents. He thought all the patients should receive the same care, regardless of their ability to pay.

Volunteering seemed like a task to me at the time. Little did I know that my father was planting the seeds (种子) of serving the Spanish-speaking community in my mind and heart. He never forced me to go into medicine, but what I saw through him was that one person can truly make a difference in the world.

It’s this type of character of devotion and service that has inspired so many doctors to apply for medical school every year. I am fortunate that my father has given an example of this in his 40 years as a doctor because it was what he had done that inspired me to dive into this great job. I can only hope that I can be that same type of light for others.

1. What did the author usually do on Saturdays at 12?

A．He taught Spanish to local people.

B．He helped repair medical equipment.

C．He translated paperwork at a health center.

D．He conducted medical visits with his father.

2. Which of the following can best describe the author’s father?

A．Plain but serious.	B．Considerate but strict.
C．Careful and open-minded.	D．Generous and warm-hearted.

3. What can be inferred about the author from Paragraph 3?

A．He lacked communication with his father.

B．He was affected by his father unknowingly.

C．He was required to study medicine early.

D．He had a preference for Spanish-speaking people.

4. How does the author most probably feel about his father’s role in his career?

A．Surprised.

B．Doubtful.

C．Grateful.

D．Worried.

9 . Dining Room Server - Perfect for High School Students!

Linden Ponds is a beautiful 108-acre continuing care retirement community. It is located just 24 miles from Boston on the South Shore in Hingham, Massachusetts. We’re part of a growing network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, a national provider of senior living and health care with campuses in 1l states. We’re finding responsible, kind, and hardworking high school students to join our dining teams. What is perfect for high school students is that the position allows after-school and weekend hours, as well as no late nights.

❖ What we offer:

*Scholarship opportunities are available(可获得的) for students.

*Available education support and student loan partnership programs.

*Opportunities for promotions (晋升) through a variety of departments and locations.

*Quality of life--not your assumed late-night restaurant hours.

*24-hour gated and safe community campus.

*$15 per hour.

❖ How you will make an impact:

*Share daily menus with our residents and offer them recommendations based on knowing their preferences.

*Input food and drinks into our point-of-sale system.

*Correctly record orders for food and drinks.

*Deliver an outstanding dining experience.

❖ What you will need:

*Friendly and energetic communication skills.

*The desire to provide great service.

*Weekday and weekend availability.

❖ Contact us:

*Telephone:617-404-2134

*Address: 300 Linden Ponds Way, Hingham, MA 02043

1. What is the best part of this position for high school students?

A．Its daily pay.	B．Its work time.
C．Its education support.	D．Its chance of promotions.

2. What are Linden Ponds’ servers expected to do?

A．Try out new sales systems.	B．Keep residents’ rooms clean.
C．Prepare daily menus in advance.	D．Get familiar with residents’ preferences.

3. What quality are Linden Ponds’ servers supposed to have?

A．Enough knowledge of health car.	B．Good communication skills.
C．Related serving experiences.	D．A clean bill of health.

10 . Putting together a career development plan can be a difficult experience.     1     Here are some simple steps to get you started in the right direction.

Set your objectives

    2     Think about your career development and improve your goals. Make sure they are specific, relevant, and most importantly, inspiring to you. You have to want to achieve them!

    3    

In order to move towards to achieving your objective, it’s important to have a good understanding of where you are now, as well as what skills and knowledge you’ve already attained. By having a clear idea of what you want to achieve and where you are now, you’ll find it much easier to map a path between the two.

Review your options

Once you are clear about where you want to go and where you are now, it’s time to review all the possible options to help you bridge the gap.     4     Write down as many options as possible. Once you have a complete list, work through each option in turn, identifying the pros and cons.

Create your action plan

The final stage is about committing to what action you are actually going to take. It’s important to decide the steps you need to take to achieve each objective and create the actions. As a student, you will constantly be adding to and changing the path of your career plan.     5    

A．Assess your current situation.

B．Try to achieve your objectives.

C．Keep in mind that it should be detailed enough.

D．The best way to generate ideas is with an open mind.

E．Knowing what you want to achieve is an essential step.

F．Keeping track of all these adjustments will help you stick to the plan.

G．However, you can work through the process successfully with some help.