R: Rebecca F: Father
Rebecca and her father are discussing some volunteer work that she’d like to do during the summer vacation.
R: Dad, can I talk to you for a minute?
F: Sure, Rebecca. What’s on your mind?
R: Well, I’ve been thinking about joining the volunteer program at the local hospital this summer. They need assistance with consulting services and promoting health activities.
F: That sounds interesting, but what makes you want to volunteer?
R: I think it would help me prepare for my journey toward becoming a doctor. I can learn new skills and meet new people.
蕾贝嘉和她的爸爸正在讨论她暑假期间想做的志工工作。
蕾贝嘉: 爸爸,我可以和你聊聊吗?
爸 爸: 当然,蕾贝嘉。妳在想什么?
蕾贝嘉: 嗯,我一直在考虑今年夏天加入当地医院的志工计划。他们需要人手帮忙提供咨询服务及推广健康相关的活动。
爸 爸: 那听起来很有趣,但是什么让妳想要去当志工?
蕾贝嘉: 我认为它有助于我在成为医生的道路上做好准备。我可以学习新技能并结识新朋友。
生活必备字词:
on one’s mind 在某人脑海中;某人想著某事
assistance n. 协助
consulting a. 提供咨询的
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