part A
Dear Jack, Congratulations on graduating! It’s fantastic news that you’re planning to work in China, and I’d love to share a few tips to help you get started. First, I recommend looking at major hubs like Shanghai or Shenzhen. These cities are very international, which makes it much easier for newcomers to adapt. Second, starting with roles in international education or cross-border trade is usually the smoothest path for fresh graduates. Finally, picking up some basic conversational Mandarin before you arrive will go a long way in both interviews and daily life. Let me know if you need help reviewing your CV. Best regards, Li Ming
part B
The cartoon depicts a candid conversation between a father and his son, who is dressed in a traditional opera costume. The boy hesitantly mentions that his classmates find learning opera unappealing. In response, his father calmly reassures him: "Don't you love it yourself? That is enough."
The illustrator vividly captures the tension between individual passion and peer pressure. In a fast-paced society where trends dictate what is deemed "cool" or worthwhile, young people often feel pressured to conform to mainstream preferences. However, true fulfillment does not stem from external validation or collective approval; it comes from intrinsic motivation. When we abandon our unique interests simply to fit in, we risk losing our individuality and authentic joy.
In my view, the father’s advice offers a valuable lesson in resilience and self-belief. Instead of letting peer opinions dilute our ambitions, we should have the courage to follow our genuine passions. Parents and educators should likewise encourage children to march to the beat of their own drum, for uniqueness is what ultimately enriches life.
生词本
| 英文 | 音标 | 释义 |
|---|---|---|
| candid | /ˈkændɪd/ | adj. 坦率自然的,真实的 |
| costume | /ˈkɒstjuːm/ | n. 戏服,服装 |
| hesitantly | /ˈhezɪtəntli/ | adv. 迟疑地,犹豫地 |
| unappealing | /ˌʌnəˈpiːlɪŋ/ | adj. 没有吸引力的 |
| reassure | /ˌriːəˈʃʊə(r)/ | v. 安慰,使安心 |
| illustrator | /ˈɪləstreɪtə(r)/ | n. 插画作者 |
| vividly | /ˈvɪvɪdli/ | adv. 生动地 |
| tension | /ˈtenʃn/ | n. 矛盾,紧张状态 |
| peer | /pɪə(r)/ |
