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In the lively city of Qingdao, China, a boy named Huang Xiaoming was born in 1977. From an early age, he dreamed of becoming an actor. His family saw this passion and always encouraged him, knowing that the onus (burden) of success would be heavy.
In high school, Xiaoming’s love for acting grew. He performed in school plays and stood out with his talent. However, the path to becoming an actor was precarious (unstable; risky). To pursue his dream, he applied to the prestigious Beijing Film Academy. Getting accepted was no small feat, but Xiaoming’s hard work paid off, and he was in!
Life at the academy was challenging. Xiaoming faced long days of rigorous (strict and demanding) training and demanding rehearsals. He studied various techniques and methods, always pushing himself to be better. The burden of these immoderate (excessive; extreme) demands was heavy. His teachers, recognizing his potential (hidden abilities), provided sage (wise) guidance.
After graduation, Xiaoming’s career started with small, often unnoticed roles. He faced many rejections and disappointments, feeling a sense of trepidation (fear) at times. Every day was a battle, but he never gave up. His perseverance (persistent effort) was unwavering (steady and resolute) despite the ambiguity (uncertainty; vagueness) of his future.
One day, Xiaoming got his big break. He landed a significant role in the TV series “Emperor of Han Dynasty.” This was his moment to shine. He poured his heart into his performance, captivating audiences across the nation. His talent was undeniable, and soon, everyone knew his name.
As Xiaoming’s fame grew, so did his opportunities. He starred in movies like “The Banquet” and “The Message,” each role showcasing his incredible (unbelievable) versatility (ability to do many things well). He didn’t stop there; he also became a successful singer and model, amassing (accumulating) a large following.
Despite his rising stardom, Xiaoming remained humble. He never forgot his roots and often participated in charity work. He believed in giving back to the community that supported him.
In 2010, Xiaoming’s career reached new heights with his role in the blockbuster film “Sacrifice.” The film was a huge success, earning many awards and setting a new precedent (a previous occurrence used as a guide) in his career.
Yet, even with his busy schedule, Xiaoming always made time for his family and friends. He valued these relationships, understanding that true success lies in the love and support of those around you.
Huang Xiaoming’s story is a testament to the power of dreams and the strength of the human spirit. His journey from a small-town boy with big dreams to a celebrated actor exemplifies (serves as a good example) the importance of hard work and determination.
And so, Xiaoming continues to inspire people around the world, reminding us that no matter how tough the journey, with passion and dedication, the stars are always within reach for those who dare to dream.
English words you learned and Revised
Onus (burden), Precarious (unstable; risky), Immoderate (excessive; extreme), Sage (wise person), Trepidation (fear), Ambiguity (uncertainty; vagueness), Amass (accumulate), Precedent (a previous occurrence used as a guide), Exemplify (to serve as a good example), Perseverance (persistent effort), Rigorous (strict and demanding), Unwavering (steady and resolute), Versatility (ability to do many things well), Incredible (unbelievable), Potential (hidden abilities)
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