2019学年度外研版选修八Module 2Period Integrating Skills阅读学案设计

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Hot Spots for Retirees to Start Their Encore Career

Encore Career: Vocational School Instructor

Retire in: Los Angeles, CA

Ever since IBM CEO Ginni Rometty coined the term "new collar" to describe well-paid jobs that require specific skills but not necessarily a degree, vocational schools have made a serious comeback. Apparently instructors are in short supply in sunny L.A., where there are 13 jobs at vocational schools for every applicant on the market. This is a great opportunity for skilled retirees since, unlike teaching at a public school that requires a state certificate, the only requirement here is that you be a seasoned expert in your field.

Encore Career: Business Consultant Retire in : Miami, FL

Consulting is a great option for a retired business professional looking to make their own hours, be their own boss, and earn as much or as little as needed to maintain their standard of living. For every consultant in Miami right now there are 13 businesses hoping to hire them. There's even greater demand here than in Washington D.C., which is typically considered the consulting capital of the world.

Encore Career: Tourist Wrangler

Retire in :Austin , TX

As the economy continues to boom and more Americans have extra income to spend, the tourism industry has taken off. This is particularly true in Austin, TX, where there were astonishing 36 tourism jobs for every applicant in July. Between four-star hotels, the noisy rock n' roll scene, and a new food culture, Austin is the place to be if you want to work in service industry.

Encore Career: Supporter of the Arts Retire in: Charleston, SC

If you're a Baby Boomer with a degree in the arts, now could be the perfect time to revisit your passion for creativity., especially if you also want to live in the center of southern charm. Between the 14 art galleries on King Street in Old Town, an abundance of acting companies and theaters, and music festivals, it's not surprising there were 25 jobs for every arty applicant iii

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21. Which career focuses on an applicant's skills instead of a diploma?

A. Vocational School Instructor. B. Business Consultant.

C. Tourist Wrangler. D. Supporter of the Arts.

22. Which city offers an applicant more job options than the others?

A. Los Angeles. B. Miami. C. Austin. D. Charleston.

23. Who is the text intended for?

A. Children. B. Graduates. C. Retirees. D. Tourists.

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Two of the saddest words in the English language are "if only". I live my life with the goal of never having to say those words, because they convey regret, lost