Unit 9 career paths

(Pronunciation 1 trang 110) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Read the sentence and choose the stressed words. Then practise reading the sentence with a natural rhythm.

I'm looking for a part-time job to get some work experience.

(Pronunciation 1 trang 110) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Read the sentence and choose the stressed words. Then practise reading the sentence with a natural rhythm.

I saw a job advertisement on the school website a couple of days ago.

(Pronunciation 1 trang 110) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Read the sentence and choose the stressed words. Then practise reading the sentence with a natural rhythm.

I want to apply for the job because it'll give me the opportunity to develop soft skills.

(Pronunciation 1 trang 110) (Lựa chọn nhiều đáp án) Read the sentence and choose the stressed words. Then practise reading the sentence with a natural rhythm.

Now I need a person to help me write my CV and an application letter.

(Pronunciation 2 trang 110) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Choose the word which differs from the other three in the position of the main stress. 1. continue, consider, abandon, automate: [ ___ ] 2. attractive, challenging, passionate, obsolete: [ ___ ] 3. experience, confidence, professor, adviser: [ ___ ] 4. problem, workplace, career, tutor: [ ___ ]

(Vocabulary 1 trang 110-111) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence. 1. In the coming years, a number of jobs will be [ ___ ] by robots. 2. If you want to become a teacher, you need to have a [ ___ ] for the job. 3. Young people need to [ ___ ] soft skills in order to be able to work well with others. 4. My father has a demanding job, so he often has to [ ___ ] with stressful situations. 5. This is not a well-paid job, but you can [ ___ ] some real work experience to start your career. 6. My younger sister wants to become an architect. She is really [ ___ ] about drawing. 7. One of the benefits of being a [ ___ ] is that you can work with students of all ages. 8. After two-week training, he got a job as a [ ___ ] in a coffee shop.

(Vocabulary 2 trang 111) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Choose the word or phrase CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word or phrase. 1. Having part-time jobs helped me gain a lot of practical work experience. [ ___ ] 2. A good reference is someone who knows you well, and can describe your character and skills. [ ___ ] 3. It is important to take into account all the benefits and drawbacks of having this job. [ ___ ] 4. To become a fully qualified doctor, you must complete specialty training at a hospital. [ ___ ]

(Vocabulary 3 trang 111) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word. 1. She is very hard-working and always passionate about her work. [ ___ ] 2. Some stressful jobs can be rewarding as they can make a difference in people's lives. [ ___ ] 3. Many jobs will become obsolete as machines continue to replace humans. [ ___ ] 4. He liked his grandfather's fascinating stories about the war, so he decided to become a history teacher. [ ___ ]

(Vocabulary 4 trang 112) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the sentences using the correct form of the words in the box. 1. Jobs in the service industry are [ ___ ] now, but may become obsolete in the future. 2. According to a recent report, half of the jobs we do will be [ ___ ] by 2060. 3. Besides technical knowledge, we also need to develop [ ___ ] to be successful in the workplace. 4. Young people usually [ ___ ] to new technology faster than elderly people. 5. To [ ___ ] your passion in music and build a career, you need to be hard-working and patient. 6. Offering [ ___ ] to young people helps them make better career choices. 7. A good [ ___ ] should show your future employer all the skills and experience you have for the job. 8. Knowing how to deal with [ ___ ] can build your confidence.

(Grammar 1 trang 112-113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence. 1. Watching this programme helps me keep up [ ___ ] the latest news in the world. 2. Don't look [ ___ ] on them. They are well-known experts in our field. 3. He came [ ___ ] with this idea when talking to his teacher about his future plans. 4. When problems occur, don't walk away [ ___ ] them, but deal with them. 5. I locked myself out of my house, so I had to climb in [ ___ ] the window. 6. Learning to get on [ ___ ] people from different generations is important in the workplace. 7. You should never put [ ___ ] with a bad manager who never rewards your good performance. 8. I have sent my CV and application letter, and now I am looking [ ___ ] to hearing from them.

(Grammar 2.1 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. The management has decided to cut in on staff as the factory is being automated. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.2 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. My sister didn't live up with my parents' expectations to become a teacher at a primary school. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.3 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. Although my parents expected my sister to sit her maths exams, she went in on a music competition. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.4 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. I haven't been able to get down to the career adviser in order to ask for some advice. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.5 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. Many old people may find it difficult to keep on with the latest technology. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.6 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. My sister thinks that her colleagues look up on her because she doesn’t have a degree. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.7 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. Having spoken to experts in the field has helped me come on with many interesting ideas. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 2.8 trang 113) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) There is a mistake in the sentence. Find the incorrect phrase and choose the correct correction. If local factories continue to cut down with staff, unemployment rates will go up. Incorrect phrase: [ ___ ]. Correction: [ ___ ].

(Grammar 3.1 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

She has a friendly relationship with everyone in her workplace.

(Grammar 3.2 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

My brother didn't do what my parents expected him to do.

(Grammar 3.3 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

I am expecting to receive their reply.

(Grammar 3.4 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

I can't accept his rude behaviour any longer.

(Grammar 3.5 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

Do you think they will reduce staff?

(Grammar 3.6 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

I don't like his behaviour because he always thinks that he is better than other people.

(Grammar 3.7 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

I'm afraid I can't find an answer right now.

(Grammar 3.8 trang 113-114) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

It is very difficult to contact him because his mobile phone is always busy.

(Reading 1 trang 114) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Read the passage and choose the correct word that best fits each blank. In a changing job market The world of work is changing rapidly. A lot of common jobs such as travel agents and cashiers are expected to [ ___ ] by the year 2050. At the same time, new jobs will be [ ___ ] in such a rapidly changing job market, it seems [ ___ ] to teach or learn technical or vocational skills for jobs that don't exist yet. So, what can we do to prepare for the job [ ___ ] of the future? Researchers have suggested that both future employers and employees will always need [ ___ ] skills such as collaboration, organisation, and communication skills. Some of the jobs or businesses that will exist in 30 years' time haven't been invented yet. But we will probably still work in organisations that [ ___ ] of people from different generations. We will need to be open to different points of view and ways of thinking. Therefore, it is important for us to [ ___ ] bias and be willing to take in new information and ideas. Having key soft skills and being [ ___ ] about new things will help us prepare for the future world of work.

(Reading 2 trang 115-116) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Read the passage and choose the correct answer to each question. 1. How many choices for school-leavers are mentioned? [ ___ ] 2. What is paragraph 2 about? [ ___ ] 3. What is paragraph 3 about? [ ___ ] 4. How many things are secondary school students advised to do before making their decision? [ ___ ] 5. The word "observing" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to [ ___ ]. 6. The word "them" in paragraph 2 refers to [ ___ ]. 7. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a suggestion for school-leavers? [ ___ ] 8. What is the writer's attitude towards the topic? [ ___ ]

(Speaking 1 trang 116-117) (Điền khuyết chọn từ danh sách) Complete the exchanges. Then practise reading them. 1. Career adviser: You all know that the job market is very competitive, so besides technical knowledge, you need to develop soft skills. Tom: Oh, I'm not sure what "soft skills" include. [ ___ ] this term for me? Career adviser: Well, [ ___ ], these are personal qualities such as teamwork, communication skills, and emotional intelligence that will enable you to work well with other people. Tom: I see. Thank you very much. Career adviser: You're welcome. 2. Lan: Nam, have you written your CV for the job you saw on the school notice board? Nam: Well, I haven't finished it yet. I'm still confused about the Work experience section. [ ___ ] what it should include? Lan: Well, it should include any work-related experience, [ ___ ], any jobs you have done that are relevant to the position you want to apply for. Nam: Oh, I understand now. Thank you. 3. Career adviser: In the future, many of the current jobs will become obsolete, and new jobs will be created. Khoa: Oh, really? I don't really understand. [ ___ ] Career adviser: Well, [ ___ ] technology will continue to develop and many jobs will be automated. So accountants or cashiers might be replaced by robots. Khoa: Oh, I see. I understand now. 4. Mr Le: It's really important for you to gain some work experience. Nam: Mr Le, I don't know why I need work experience in order to apply for a job. [ ___ ] that for me? Mr Le: [ ___ ] You know, when a position is advertised, a lot of people apply for it. If you have relevant work experience, it'll be an advantage. Nam: Oh, I see. Thank you.

(Speaking 2 trang 117) (Kéo thả vào chỗ trống) Complete the short talk about your career plans after leaving school. After leaving school, I want to go to university and train to become a [ ___ ]. I want to teach English to school children. I believe that this career path is suitable for me because English is my [ ___ ] at school. In addition, I’m also very good at it. I want to help other children, especially the ones in [ ___ ], to learn English better because I know English will give them more education and work opportunities. Before making my decision, I talked with my [ ___ ] about my plans. I also asked my English teacher for some advice. They all agreed that teaching English would be a good choice for me. To prepare myself for this career path, I have read some books about the knowledge and skills that a teacher needs. I also spend a lot of time practising my spoken English and reading English books. In addition, I am currently working as a [ ___ ] to my cousins, helping them learn English. I think I will need financial support from my parents during my study time at university.

(Writing 1.1 trang 117-118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

My brother has a passion for designing buildings.

(Writing 1.2 trang 117-118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

There is always a high demand for doctors.

(Writing 1.3 trang 117-118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

You need to consider the job requirements before applying for it.

(Writing 1.4 trang 117-118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

We need to change to make ourselves relevant to the new working environment.

(Writing 1.5 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

A number of jobs have been replaced by machines.

(Writing 1.6 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

We won't get any work experience if we don't find any part-time jobs while still at school.

(Writing 1.7 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

Do you have to manage difficult situations at work?

(Writing 1.8 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence which has the closest meaning to the original one.

I always try to have a friendly relationship with my colleagues.

(Writing 2.1 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

A responsible / enthusiastic / senior secondary school student / looking / part-time job.

(Writing 2.2 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

My brother / passionate / working as / tour guide / travelling / different places.

(Writing 2.3 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

Every Saturday / my sister / work as / childminder / supervise children / their parents / away.

(Writing 2.4 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

She / help the children / do their homework / learn new concepts.

(Writing 2.5 trang 118) (Lựa chọn) Choose the sentence that is best written from the words and phrases given.

We need / volunteers / tutor children / maths / English / local orphanage.

(Writing 3 trang 118) (Trả lời tự luận)

Read the following job advert. Write your CV (150-180 words) to apply for the job.