WeallhavefoundmemoriesoftakingafewlazymonthsoffafterthestressofA-levels.Aswedrawtotheendofanacademicallyandsociallypackedyeartheideaofdoingthesameagainisappealing.Butaftergraduationthere’llbefew

Question

We all have found memories of taking a few lazy months off after the stress of A-levels. As we draw to the end of an academically and socially packed year the idea of doing the same again is appealing.

But after graduation there’ll be few occasions when we can enjoy such extended holidays free to do as we wish. So now that summer has arrived let’s take full advantage. It goes without saying that summer vacations are the perfect time to go traveling especially if you avoid the pricey school holiday period.

Tickets go up greatly when you turn 26 so make the most of cheaper rates while you’re eligible. Finding a reliable company that won’t cheat you is extremely important as is discovering a program that appeals to your own interests. There are plenty of websites where you can see other people’s recommendations.

Of course for most of us money is tight—but to avoid overspending you can combine employment and adventure. Hannah Warn a psychology student at the University of Winchester is spending her summer at Camp America an increasingly popular venture where British students enjoy a good time on a summer camp.

“Being thrown into something where I don’t really know what to expect is exciting.” she says.“It gives me a chance to experience being away from home in a different way.”

Those with a talent for languages might also consider working abroad as an au pair. The work may be challenging but it’s a chance to involve yourself in a new culture while your employer pays most of the bill.

If you have an idea about the sort of career you’d like getting work experience is wise. In many careers graduating with only your degree to show for your three or four years just won’t make it. Send applications off early and to as many places as possible. Make sure you take a well-earned break this summer.

24.The author intends to tell us in the passage               .

A. ways to make money in summer

B. good memories of the school days

C. stress goes away during the summer holidays

D. tips on how to spend the summer vacation

25.The passage implies that               .

A. students can enjoy beneficial price when traveling

B. students who quit school should pay more for travel

C. students will be offered part time jobs in the vacation

D. students will have a longer summer vacation than ever

26.The underlined word “eligible” in the passage means            .

A. relaxed          B. outstanding           C. qualified       D. standardized

27.The author took Hannah Warn as an example to            .

A. suggest Camp America offers jobs to students

B. show psychology students are good at planning

C. indicate Camp America serves English students

D. imply students can travel around for nothing

Answer 1

DACA