1 . Growing up in south Florida, Rebecca dreamed of becoming a professional singer, but after a serious illness damaged her voice at college, she settled for the next-best thing.
She couldn't be an artist, but she could become a lawyer for artists. “I knew I'd go to a law school and I'd try to help musicians because even if I didn't have my own voice, I could help them find theirs,” said Rebecca, 19. “There hasn’t been a day when I've questioned my choice,”
That seems to be the case with hundreds of students who have signed up for entertainment law courses at Harvard Law School (HLS) over the last 20 years. It marks a trend among law students to change from the traditional field of corporate law and look to Working in creative industries. The trend, also noticeable at other law schools around the country, has pushed growth in the field of entertainment law.
“These students are propelled by a love for music, the arts, and show business. It's an exciting career for a music lover,” said HLS Clinical Professor of Law Brian Price, who's in charge of the Entertainment Law Clinic.
Price added, “Although entertainment lawyers work behind the scenes, they can have a bigger influence on artists' careers than managers. They review artists’ agreements, deals and contacts, making sure their customers, interests are protected.”
“Artists are becoming wise and want to be involved in the business aspects of their careers,” said Price. “When they ask for legal advice, they want to know their legal rights, and how to make good deals and find ways to make more money.” Most HLS graduates end up working in business or corporate law, though some have had successful careers in the entertainment industry. Among them are Bruce Ramer, 58, who represents customers like George Clooney and Clint East wood; Bert Fields, 52, who represents Michael Jackson.
1. What does the author want to show through the example of Rebecca?| A．The importance of learning entertainment law. |
| B．Her determination to succeed in the field of law. |
| C．The rising popularity in the field of entertainment law. |
| D．Her dull future caused by her serious illness at college. |
| A．Blown. | B．Driven. | C．Depressed. | D．Confused. |
| A．HLS is home to many famous artists. |
| B．Artists are wise enough to learn corporate law. |
| C．Artists are becoming more focused on legal needs. |
| D．Famous artists pay no attention to making money. |
| A．The Death of Rebecca's Dream. |
| B．Making It Big behind the Scenes. |
| C．Helping Musicians Improve Themselves. |
| D．A Brief Introduction to Entertainment Law. |
2 . In today’s difficult economic time, it’s natural to rethink your goal of studying abroad. Does the benefit outweigh the cost? The answer, in fact, is yes, when you look at the road ahead.
When the economy becomes more challenged, competition for the workforce increases, and employers look for employees with the best credentials（资力）. Having an overseas degree — from a university where strong English skills are required — can make all the difference. The added expertise of a foreign degree, along with more cultural experience, can make you more qualified for many jobs.
A 50-year study of 3,400 students shows that studying abroad is usually a defining moment in a young person’s life and continues to impact the participant’s life for years after the experience.
82% said that they acquired skills that influenced their career path. 70% stated that it ignited（点燃）an interest in a career direction that they pursued after the experience.
And the effect on one’s career can be equally strong. A study by the Queensland, Australia government showed:
61% of employers stated overseas studying experience was positive on a graduate resume. 72% of employers felt that a second language made a graduate a more attractive employee.
Still, there’s the question of how to pay for studying overseas. But the cost doesn’t have to be as high as you think. Scholarships may be available to cover some or all of these costs. And, there are plenty of ways to further offset（抵消）the cost — through financial tips, advice and grants（补助金）.
1. The second study shows that studying abroad .| A．helps one to get a job | B．affects one’s whole life |
| C．affects one’s career direction | D．helps one to make more money |
| A．giving examples | B．answering questions |
| C．listing facts and numbers | D．offering advice and solutions |
| A．Financial tips must increase the university fees. |
| B．Scholarships can cover some of the costs. |
| C．Money is a serious problem for studying abroad. |
| D．There are few ways for the students to earn money. |
| A．Studying abroad is easy. | B．Studying abroad is rewarding. |
| C．The effects of studying abroad. | D．The problems with studying abroad. |
3 . If you are a recent social science graduate who has had to listen to jokes about unemployment from your computer major classmates, you may have had the last laugh. There are many advantages for the social science major because this high-tech “Information Age” demands people who are flexible and who have good communication skills.
There are many social science majors in large companies who fill important positions. For example, a number of research studies found that social science majors had achieved greater managerial success than those who had technical training or pre-professional courses. Studies show that social science majors are most suited for change, which is the leading feature (特点) of the kind of high speed, high-pressure, high-tech world we now live in.
Social science majors are not only experiencing success in their long-term company jobs, but they are also finding jobs more easily. A study showed that many companies had filled a large percentage of their entry-level positions with social science graduates. The study also showed that the most sought-after quality in a person who was looking for a job was communication skills, noted as “very important” by 92 percent of the companies. Social science majors have these skills, often without knowing how important they are. It is probably due to these skills that they have been offered a wide variety of positions.
Finally, although some social science majors may still find it more difficult than their technically trained classmates to land the first job, recent graduates report that they don’t regret their choice of study.
1. By saying that “you may have had the last laugh” in the first paragraph, the author means that you may have _______.| A．earned as much as computer majors | B．stopped joking about computer majors |
| C．shared the jokes with computer majors | D．found jobs more easily than computer majors |
| A．are likely to give others pressure | B．are equally good at computer skills |
| C．are better able to deal with difficulties | D．are ready to change when situations change |
| A．Social science majors do not know they have had these skills. |
| B．Many companies prefer to employ those with good communication skills. |
| C．These skills have been considered very important by social science majors. |
| D．Computer majors have been offered a wide variety of positions because of these skills. |
| A．Part-time work experience. | B．Skills in expressing themselves. |
| C．Willingness to take low-paid jobs. | D．Readiness to gain high-tech knowledge. |
| A．successfully get | B．lose regretfully | C．immediately start | D．keep for some time |
