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The first summer job is often a signal that you’re on your way to adulthood, and it’s also a method for earning money to pay for what you dream of. It’s never too early to start considering the future. Now, here are some good choices for you!
Retail (零售) Sales
Retail offers plenty of opportunity for teens who are looking for a job. This type of work can pay from $10 to $15 an hour depending upon the duty you are expected to take on. It can also be great for teens who are friendly and enjoy talking to other people. For more information, call us at 111-222-3333.
Food Service
A job in the food service industry is a natural fit for sociable teens who enjoy communicating with the public. It allows employees to work as part of a team while learning about following instructions. It also comes with the opportunity to earn between $8 and $10 per hour. Just call 111-222-3533 for more information.
Babysitter
This job requires someone who is highly responsible. Though it pays generally between $6 and $8 hourly, it also requires a lot of patience. This is a great choice for teens who wish to make a career in teaching, child care, social work or any other field that makes use of social skills or requires interaction with kids. Got a question? Just call 111-222-3336.
Housekeeping
This type of work can bring in about $5 an hour and it will allow teens to learn responsibility and develop their organizational skills. The summer sees an upswing in the tourism industry, so hotels are often looking for more housekeeping staff, and parks often need more people to assist with keeping public areas clean and organized as well. Telephone: 111-222-3330.
1. How much can you earn at least in two hours as a retailer?
A. $10. B. $12. C. $16. D. $20.
2. Which of the following jobs may attract teens who want to be a teacher?
A. Retail Sales. B. Babysitter.
C. Housekeeping. D. Food Service.
3. The text is mainly written for teens who _____.
A. want a part-time job in the summer
B. are faced with communication problems
C. dream of becoming a housekeeper
D. plan to start their own business
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
【解析】
这是一篇应用文。本文是给寻找暑期兼职工作的青少年们提供个几个不同的工作。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Retail (零售) Sales部分的This type of work can pay from $10 to $15 an hour得知做零售商至少2小时可以赚20美元，故选 D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Babysitter 中This is a great choice for teens who wish to make a career in teaching,这是一个伟大的选择，青少年谁希望在教学事业。得知想成为教师的青少年可以选择Babysitter，故选B。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。结合全文内容，根据第一段可知，本文是给找暑期兼职工作的青少年提供工作。文章介绍了四个不同的兼职工作。故选A。
