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1Volunteering overseas for a high school student is a fantastic way to gain some international experience.Here are some volunteer programs for high school students.

Student exchange programs

2Student exchange programs can be an excellent way for high school students to travel on a budget and promote cross-cultural understanding.These programs range in length from a couple of weeks to a full year of classes in a foreign high school.Fees vary by program,but students are often responsible for expenses like airfare and food.

World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms

3Another great option is World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF).If you're interested in working on a farm,you can do that with WWOOF in exchange for free room and board.Opportunities are available in over 50 countries,and the time commitment is negotiable.Each country has its own set of rules regarding minimum age,but WWOOF in German,Portugal,UK,and Italy accept those under the age of 18.

Virtual volunteering in Nepal

4While the idea of virtual volunteering might not sound quite as exciting as jetting off to new destinations,the reality is that volunteering from your own home can be advantageous.Not only do you not have to worry about buying a plane ticket or paying for expensive housing,but you can also do a part-time job while still getting an immersive(擬真的)international experience.Students can work on any number of projects,from English language education to community development.

GVI:volunteering for teens

5GVI encourages students between the ages of 15 and 17 to explore the greater world.Being offered programs in cultural immersion,marine and wildlife conservation,high school students can learn to become global citizens.GVI programs are available in 11 countries and last one to two weeks.

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1.Which one is the best if you want a full year of classes in a foreign high school?

A.Student exchange programs.

B.World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms.

C.Virtual volunteering in Nepal.

D.GVI:volunteering for teens.

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2.What can you do in World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms?

A.Get better room and board.

B.Work on organic farms.

C.Join it for a full year.

D.Study organic vegetables.

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3.What's the advantage of virtual volunteering in Nepal?

A.You can join it for two weeks.

B.You can do a part-time job.

C.You can learn a foreign language.

D.You can choose better accommodation.

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Not only do you not have to worry about buying a plane ticket or paying for expensive housing,but you can also do a part-time job while still getting an immersive international experience.你不僅不用擔(dān)心買機票或支付昂貴的住宿費用，而且你還可以在做兼職的同時獲得身臨其境的體驗。

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1.Her dream of competing in the Olympics became a________.

2.You will have________if you have thought about the interview questions in advance.

3.I think the shipping company and the insurance company________this loss.

4.I missed the plane,and the next________flight doesn't leave until tomorrow.

5.Mara is the most________human being as well as a most wonderful dancer.