题目
Top 4 Traditional Summer Jobs for College Students With the summer break around the corner,students will be looking for seasonal and short-term jobs for extra cash,to stay busy or to make additions to their resume (简历).The following jobs have been longtime go-tos for many young adults.Lifeguard Because summer is the busiest season for pools and beaches,lots of summer jobs exist for strong swimmers.Lots of positions can be found at community and neighborhood pools,while those who live near the coastline can also find positions at public beaches.These jobs are a great opportunity to build your fitness,keep people safe and be outdoors to enjoy some fun in the sun.The average hourly wage for lifeguards is $9.50.Camp Counselor (辅导员) Students,who enjoy spending their time with children,being a leader and overseeing fun,outdoor activities are often the perfect fit for camp counselor positions.Students studying science,for example,can work at a science camp,while those with a creative talent can work at an arts-focused summer program.The average hourly wage for camp counselors is $9.28,but those with years of experience or specific academic backgrounds may earn more.Sales Associate Students with a skill for persuasion and helpfulness often enjoy sales associate jobs.Students interested in business,finance or sales/marketing often gravitate (被吸引) towards these roles,but they're also a great fit for anyone seeking a low-pressure summer position or even just a discount at their favorite store.The average wage is $10.20 hourly.Food Server Although it may not seem like the greatest way to spend a summer,working as wait staff allows students to build their social skills,stay active,enjoy free meals while working and familiarize themselves with different cuisines.The average salary is $9.00 hourly,but tips can raise that number hugely.(1)Being a lifeguard means you can ____ .A.work indoors only.B.work near your home.C.have fun with your friends.D.work without certifications.(2)What do you know about the camp counselor job? ____ A.It requires students to be good at outdoor activities.B.A background in a specific area may provide an advantage.C.It offers the highest average hourly wage among the four jobs.D.The experience of babysitting can help you earn more money.(3)What might be one of the benefits of working as a sales associate? ____ A.Enjoy free meals.B.Enjoy lower purchase prices.C.Develop a set of new skills.D.Build a career for sales or marketing.(4)What can people learn in a waiter's job? ____ A.How to deal with people.B.How to deal with pressure.C.How to grow their patience.D.How to make different cuisines.(5)Which job may allow you to earn more than it says? ____ A.Lifeguard.B.Camp counselor.C.Sales associate.D.Food server.
Top 4 Traditional Summer Jobs for College Students With the summer break around the corner,students will be looking for seasonal and short-term jobs for extra cash,to stay busy or to make additions to their resume (简历).The following jobs have been longtime go-tos for many young adults.
Lifeguard
Because summer is the busiest season for pools and beaches,lots of summer jobs exist for strong swimmers.Lots of positions can be found at community and neighborhood pools,while those who live near the coastline can also find positions at public beaches.These jobs are a great opportunity to build your fitness,keep people safe and be outdoors to enjoy some fun in the sun.The average hourly wage for lifeguards is $9.50.
Camp Counselor (辅导员)
Students,who enjoy spending their time with children,being a leader and overseeing fun,outdoor activities are often the perfect fit for camp counselor positions.Students studying science,for example,can work at a science camp,while those with a creative talent can work at an arts-focused summer program.The average hourly wage for camp counselors is $9.28,but those with years of experience or specific academic backgrounds may earn more.
Sales Associate
Students with a skill for persuasion and helpfulness often enjoy sales associate jobs.Students interested in business,finance or sales/marketing often gravitate (被吸引) towards these roles,but they're also a great fit for anyone seeking a low-pressure summer position or even just a discount at their favorite store.The average wage is $10.20 hourly.
Food Server
Although it may not seem like the greatest way to spend a summer,working as wait staff allows students to build their social skills,stay active,enjoy free meals while working and familiarize themselves with different cuisines.The average salary is $9.00 hourly,but tips can raise that number hugely.
(1)Being a lifeguard means you can ____ .
A.work indoors only.
B.work near your home.
C.have fun with your friends.
D.work without certifications.
(2)What do you know about the camp counselor job? ____
A.It requires students to be good at outdoor activities.
B.A background in a specific area may provide an advantage.
C.It offers the highest average hourly wage among the four jobs.
D.The experience of babysitting can help you earn more money.
(3)What might be one of the benefits of working as a sales associate? ____
A.Enjoy free meals.
B.Enjoy lower purchase prices.
C.Develop a set of new skills.
D.Build a career for sales or marketing.
(4)What can people learn in a waiter's job? ____
A.How to deal with people.
B.How to deal with pressure.
C.How to grow their patience.
D.How to make different cuisines.
(5)Which job may allow you to earn more than it says? ____
A.Lifeguard.
B.Camp counselor.
C.Sales associate.
D.Food server.
Lifeguard
Because summer is the busiest season for pools and beaches,lots of summer jobs exist for strong swimmers.Lots of positions can be found at community and neighborhood pools,while those who live near the coastline can also find positions at public beaches.These jobs are a great opportunity to build your fitness,keep people safe and be outdoors to enjoy some fun in the sun.The average hourly wage for lifeguards is $9.50.
Camp Counselor (辅导员)
Students,who enjoy spending their time with children,being a leader and overseeing fun,outdoor activities are often the perfect fit for camp counselor positions.Students studying science,for example,can work at a science camp,while those with a creative talent can work at an arts-focused summer program.The average hourly wage for camp counselors is $9.28,but those with years of experience or specific academic backgrounds may earn more.
Sales Associate
Students with a skill for persuasion and helpfulness often enjoy sales associate jobs.Students interested in business,finance or sales/marketing often gravitate (被吸引) towards these roles,but they're also a great fit for anyone seeking a low-pressure summer position or even just a discount at their favorite store.The average wage is $10.20 hourly.
Food Server
Although it may not seem like the greatest way to spend a summer,working as wait staff allows students to build their social skills,stay active,enjoy free meals while working and familiarize themselves with different cuisines.The average salary is $9.00 hourly,but tips can raise that number hugely.
(1)Being a lifeguard means you can ____ .
A.work indoors only.
B.work near your home.
C.have fun with your friends.
D.work without certifications.
(2)What do you know about the camp counselor job? ____
A.It requires students to be good at outdoor activities.
B.A background in a specific area may provide an advantage.
C.It offers the highest average hourly wage among the four jobs.
D.The experience of babysitting can help you earn more money.
(3)What might be one of the benefits of working as a sales associate? ____
A.Enjoy free meals.
B.Enjoy lower purchase prices.
C.Develop a set of new skills.
D.Build a career for sales or marketing.
(4)What can people learn in a waiter's job? ____
A.How to deal with people.
B.How to deal with pressure.
C.How to grow their patience.
D.How to make different cuisines.
(5)Which job may allow you to earn more than it says? ____
A.Lifeguard.
B.Camp counselor.
C.Sales associate.
D.Food server.
题目解答
答案
69.B 70.B 71.B 72.A 73.D
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了大学生的四大传统暑期工作以及各自的优点。
69.细节理解题。根据第二段"Lots of positions can be found at community and neighborhood pools,while those who live near the coastline can also find positions at public beaches.(在社区和附近的游泳池可以找到很多位置,而那些住在海岸线附近的人也可以在公共海滩找到位置)"可知,当救生员意味着你可以在你家附近工作。故选B。
70.细节理解题。根据第三段"The average hourly wage for camp counselors is $9.28,but those with years of experience or specific academic backgrounds may earn more.(夏令营辅导员的平均时薪为9.28美元,但那些有多年经验或特定学术背景的人可能会赚得更多)"可知,夏令营辅导员的工作在某一特定领域有背景可能会有优势。故选B。
71.细节理解题。根据倒数第二段"Students interested in business,finance or sales/marketing often gravitate (被吸引) towards these roles,but they're also a great fit for anyone seeking a low-pressure summer position or even just a discount at their favorite store.(对商业、金融或销售/市场营销感兴趣的学生通常会被这些角色所吸引,但它们也非常适合那些想找一份压力较小的暑期工作,甚至只是想在自己喜欢的商店获得折扣的人)"可知,做销售助理的好处之一是享受更低的购买价格。故选B。
72.细节理解题。根据最后一段"Although it may not seem like the greatest way to spend a summer,working as wait staff allows students to build their social skills,stay active,enjoy free meals while working and familiarize themselves with different cuisines.(虽然这似乎不是度过暑假的最佳方式,但当服务员可以让学生们锻炼社交技能,保持活跃,在工作时享受免费餐点,并熟悉不同的美食)"可知,人们能从服务员的工作中学到如何与人相处。故选A。
73.细节理解题。根据最后一段"The average salary is $9.00 hourly,but tips can raise that number hugely.(平均工资是每小时9美元,但小费可以大大提高这个数字)"可知,食品服务员能让你挣得比实际更多。故选D。
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了大学生的四大传统暑期工作以及各自的优点。
69.细节理解题。根据第二段"Lots of positions can be found at community and neighborhood pools,while those who live near the coastline can also find positions at public beaches.(在社区和附近的游泳池可以找到很多位置,而那些住在海岸线附近的人也可以在公共海滩找到位置)"可知,当救生员意味着你可以在你家附近工作。故选B。
70.细节理解题。根据第三段"The average hourly wage for camp counselors is $9.28,but those with years of experience or specific academic backgrounds may earn more.(夏令营辅导员的平均时薪为9.28美元,但那些有多年经验或特定学术背景的人可能会赚得更多)"可知,夏令营辅导员的工作在某一特定领域有背景可能会有优势。故选B。
71.细节理解题。根据倒数第二段"Students interested in business,finance or sales/marketing often gravitate (被吸引) towards these roles,but they're also a great fit for anyone seeking a low-pressure summer position or even just a discount at their favorite store.(对商业、金融或销售/市场营销感兴趣的学生通常会被这些角色所吸引,但它们也非常适合那些想找一份压力较小的暑期工作,甚至只是想在自己喜欢的商店获得折扣的人)"可知,做销售助理的好处之一是享受更低的购买价格。故选B。
72.细节理解题。根据最后一段"Although it may not seem like the greatest way to spend a summer,working as wait staff allows students to build their social skills,stay active,enjoy free meals while working and familiarize themselves with different cuisines.(虽然这似乎不是度过暑假的最佳方式,但当服务员可以让学生们锻炼社交技能,保持活跃,在工作时享受免费餐点,并熟悉不同的美食)"可知,人们能从服务员的工作中学到如何与人相处。故选A。
73.细节理解题。根据最后一段"The average salary is $9.00 hourly,but tips can raise that number hugely.(平均工资是每小时9美元,但小费可以大大提高这个数字)"可知,食品服务员能让你挣得比实际更多。故选D。