1. The problem asks for the meaning of the phrase 'it was not what I wanted' in lines 3 and 4. 2. This is a comprehension question about the narrator's feelings toward his job and aspirations. 3. The correct answer is A: The narrator did not enjoy his job as a contract administrator because this phrase indicates dissatisfaction. 4. Question 2 asks why the narrator found it difficult to become a full-time writer. 5. The difficulty likely arises from uncertainty about the future. 6. The best answer is C: He was uncertain about the future if he became a writer. 7. Question 3 asks why the narrator wanted to be a full-time writer. 8. The answer is B: It made him happy, implying passion motivated the choice. 9. Question 4 asks which phrase shows the narrator is saving money. 10. The idiom 'Squirrelled away' means to save or store money quietly, so A is correct. 11. Question 5 is about why the narrator worked hard on his blog. 12. The goal was likely to ensure income as a freelancer after quitting his job. 13. Thus, the correct answer is D: To make sure he has income after he quits his job. 14. Question 6 asks what the narrator did while in Jordan. 15. The correct answer is B: Went wreck diving. 16. Question 7 involves the phrase 'the path that I chose has not exactly been a bed of roses.' 17. This phrase means the journey has been challenging, so answer B: His journey as a travel writer was a challenging one. 18. Question 8 asks why the narrator shared the story. 19. The reason is to inspire others to pursue dreams by working hard, so A is correct. Final answers: 1. A 2. C 3. B 4. A 5. D 6. B 7. B 8. A