Giải SGK, SBT Unit 9. Career paths Global Success

Q&A with a career adviser

(Hỏi đáp với người cố vấn nghề nghiệp)

1. Listen and read.

(Nghe và đọc.)

Mr Kien: ... So, I've talked to you about future job opportunities. I hope you'll continue to keep up with the rapid changes in the job market. Have you got any questions?

Nam: Yes, do you think we need to have a university degree to pursue a career?

Mr Kien: Well, it depends on the industry and the field of work that you're interested in. There're many jobs that don't require a university degree. For example, you may consider becoming a flight attendant, car mechanic, or repair worker.

Nam: But how do you get a job without a degree or any experience? Employers look down on job applicants without a university degree.

Mr Kien: No, they don't. You need to show that you're hard-working and willing to learn. Many companies hire school-leavers and provide on-the-job training.

Mai: So, when do you think we should start thinking about our careers?

Mr Kien: Well, the sooner, the better. However, the best time is when you start senior secondary school.

Mai: I read that AI will replace many workers in the future. How do I make sure that the job I choose won't be taken over by a robot?

Mr Kien: That's a good question. Many factory jobs and jobs in customer service have already become automated. As AI continues to develop, more human employees may be replaced. That's why It's important to choose jobs that involve a high level of human interaction, critical thinking, and decision-making.

Nam: So, are these the most important job skills we'll need in the future?

Mr Kien: That's right! No matter what career you may consider, you'll need these skills. Good communication and teamwork will always be in demand. These soft skills will help you adapt to changes and come up with solutions to challenging problems.

Nam: Thank you very much for your answers.

2. Read the conversation again. Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F).

(Đọc lại đoạn hội thoại. Quyết định xem những câu sau đây là đúng (T) hay sai (F).)

3. Find words and phrases in 1 with the following meanings.

(Tìm từ, cụm từ trong bài 1 có nghĩa như sau.)

1. p________: to try to achieve something over a period of time

2. a________: done by machines or computers

3. i________ d________: wanted by a lot of people

4. s________ s________: personal qualities that enable you to communicate well with other people

5. a________: to change your behaviour in order to be more successful in a new situation

4. Complete the text using phrasal verbs from the conversation in 1.

(Hoàn thành đoạn văn bằng cách sử dụng cụm động từ từ đoạn hội thoại ở phần 1.)

The career adviser hopes that students will continue to (1) _______ the rapid changes in the job market. He assures Nam that employers don't (2) _______ people without a university degree. The adviser also tells students to develop soft skills, which can help them (3) _______ solutions to challenging problems in the workplace.

Sentence stress and rhythm

(Trọng âm và nhịp điệu của câu)

1. Listen and repeat. Pay attention to the sentence stress and rhythm.

(Nghe và lặp lại. Hãy chú ý đến trọng âm và nhịp điệu của câu.)

1. It depends on the industry and the field of work that you're interested in.

(Tùy thuộc vào ngành, lĩnh vực công việc mà bạn quan tâm.)

2. There're many jobs that don't require a university degree.

(Có nhiều công việc không yêu cầu bằng đại học.)

3. These soft skills will help you adapt to changes and come up with solutions to challenging problems.

(Những kỹ năng mềm này sẽ giúp bạn thích ứng với những thay đổi và đưa ra giải pháp cho những vấn đề đầy thách thức.)

2. Underline the stressed words in the sentences. Listen and check. Then practise saying the sentences with a natural rhythm.

(Gạch dưới những từ được nhấn mạnh trong câu. Nghe và kiểm tra. Sau đó tập nói các câu với nhịp điệu tự nhiên.)

1. I'd like to apply for the position of Assistant Teacher.

(Tôi muốn ứng tuyển vào vị trí trợ giảng.)

2. We've received a lot of application letters.

(Chúng tôi đã nhận được rất nhiều thư xin việc.)

3. We've chosen the best applicants to interview.

(Chúng tôi đã chọn ra những ứng viên tốt nhất để phỏng vấn.)

4. Successful applicants will start work in the new office.

(Những ứng viên thành công sẽ bắt đầu làm việc tại văn phòng mới.)

Choosing a career path

(Lựa chọn con đường sự nghiệp)

1. Match the words/phrase (1-5) with the phrases (a-e) to make phrases with the meanings below.

(Nối các từ/cụm từ (1-5) với các cụm từ (a-e) để tạo thành các cụm từ có nghĩa dưới đây.)

2. Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the phrases in 1.

(Hoàn thành các câu bằng cách sử dụng dạng đúng của các cụm từ ở bài 1.)

1. She left her current job in order to _______ music.

2. I have earned some money and _______ from my previous part-time jobs.

3. If you _______, it will be an advantage when you apply for this job.

4. In addition to technical knowledge, you also need to _______ such as communication and teamwork skills.

5. Your working environment may not always be pleasant. Sometimes, you have to _______.

Three-word phrasal verbs

(Cụm động từ có ba từ)

1. Match the verbs in 1-4 with the adverbs (a-d) and the prepositions in A-D to make complete sentences.

(Nối các động từ trong phần 1-4 với các trạng từ (a-d) và giới từ trong A-D để tạo thành câu hoàn chỉnh.)

2. Work in pairs. Make true sentences about the career path of someone you know, using three-word phrasal verbs.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Đặt những câu đúng về con đường sự nghiệp của một người mà bạn biết, sử dụng các cụm động từ gồm ba từ.)

Example: (Ví dụ)

My eldest sister is very good at English, and my parents wanted her to become a teacher of English. However, she didn't live up to my parents' expectations. Instead, she went in for a game design competition and became a game designer.

(Chị cả của tôi rất giỏi tiếng Anh và bố mẹ tôi muốn chị trở thành giáo viên tiếng Anh. Tuy nhiên, chị ấy đã không đáp ứng được kỳ vọng của bố mẹ tôi. Thay vào đó, chị tham gia một cuộc thi thiết kế trò chơi và trở thành nhà thiết kế trò chơi.)

Future career choices

(Lựa chọn nghề nghiệp tương lai)

1. Work in pairs. Discuss the following questions.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Thảo luận các câu hỏi sau đây.)

1. What are your career plans?

(Kế hoạch nghề nghiệp của bạn là gì?)

2. What do you need to do to prepare your future career?

(Bạn cần làm gì để chuẩn bị cho sự nghiệp tương lai của mình?)

2. Read the article. Circle the words or phrases with the closest meaning to the highlighted words or phrase.

(Đọc bài viết. Khoanh tròn các từ hoặc cụm từ có nghĩa gần nhất với các từ hoặc cụm từ được đánh dấu.)

Career experts' advice

Our Teen Talk magazine has recently received a lot of questions from secondary school students asking about things they should consider when choosing their careers. We've talked to our career experts, and here is their advice.

A. ________

First, learn about yourself and discover your personality type, beliefs, soft skills, and interests. For example, if you are passionate about working with people and helping them develop, you may consider becoming a social worker or a teacher. If you are interested in learning languages, history, art, and architecture, you might look at jobs in the tourist industry. Spend time thinking about what you want to do, and list what you are good at. This can help you come up with a career path that matches your personality.

B. ________

Next, you should take into account any career qualifications you may need. Many jobs require formal education at a university or college. In order to work as a doctor, for example, you will need to study at medical school for some years of general medical training, followed by several years of specialty training. But there are also jobs that don't require any formal qualifications. You can be hired as a server or a barista in a coffee shop, for instance, and you will be given on-the-job training.

C. ________

You should also consider your chances of being hired. Some fields of work may offer very few positions. With technology developing at a fast pace, some jobs such as cashiers and travel agents may become automated or obsolete. However, other jobs are on the rise. Doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, for instance, are in great demand because of ageing populations and increased life expectancy. That is why before you make a decision, you should carefully examine the opportunities that a career path may provide.

1. passionate

A. having strong feelings of enthusiasm for something

B. showing happiness and excitement about something

2. take into account

A. describe

B. consider

3. specialty

A. the subject of study that someone knows a lot about

B. the typical food that a restaurant is famous for

4. barista

A. an owner of a coffee shop

B. a person who serves in a coffee shop

5. obsolete

A. updated

B. out of date

3. Read the article again. Match each section (A-C) with a heading (1-4). There is ONE extra heading.

(Đọc lại bài viết. Nối mỗi phần (A-C) với tiêu đề (1-4). Có MỘT tiêu đề dư.)

1. Think about employment opportunities

(Nghĩ về cơ hội việc làm)

2. Ask the career experts for advice

(Hãy xin lời khuyên của các chuyên gia nghề nghiệp)

3. Follow your passion and interests

(Theo đuổi đam mê và sở thích của bạn)

4. Understand education requirements

(Hiểu yêu cầu giáo dục)

4. Read the article again and choose the correct answer A, B, or C.

(Đọc lại bài viết và chọn câu trả lời đúng A, B hoặc C.)

1. How is the article organised?

A. Using a ‘cause and effect’ text structure.

B. Discussing similarities and differences.

C. Sorting information into themes and categories.

2. Why does the writer mention ‘a social worker or a teacher’ in Section A?

A. To illustrate jobs related to working with and helping people.

B. To prove that it will be easy to get these jobs in the future.

C. To show that more and more people want to work as social workers and teachers.

3. Why does the writer include the server and barista jobs in Section B?

A. To compare these jobs with the jobs that need formal training.

B. To give an example of jobs that don't require formal training.

C. To give additional examples of jobs that need formal training.

4. The author uses ‘However’ in Section C in order to ________.

A. explain why the jobs will become obsolete

B. show the consequences of increased life expectancy

C. introduce jobs that are in demand

5. Work in pairs. Discuss the following questions.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Thảo luận các câu hỏi sau đây.)

What kind of job do you prefer: a job that requires formal education or a job that does not? Why?

(Bạn thích loại công việc nào hơn: công việc yêu cầu trình độ học vấn chính quy hay công việc không yêu cầu? Tại sao?)

Discussion on different careers

(Thảo luận về các nghề nghiệp khác nhau)

1. Work in pairs. Use the given ideas to complete the information about the job of a tour guide.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Sử dụng những ý tưởng đã cho để hoàn thành thông tin về công việc của hướng dẫn viên du lịch.)

To become a tour guide, you need to consider:

2. Work in groups. Choose one of these jobs. Discuss and complete information about the job you choose.

(Làm việc theo nhóm. Hãy chọn một trong những công việc này. Thảo luận và điền thông tin về công việc bạn chọn.)

To become a teacher of English/police officer/doctor, you need to consider:

Example: (Ví dụ)

A: Let's talk about the job of a doctor. What do you think we need to consider before we pursue this career?

(Hãy nói về công việc của một bác sĩ. Bạn nghĩ chúng ta cần cân nhắc điều gì trước khi theo đuổi sự nghiệp này?)

B: Well, I think a doctor's personality is very important. You must be very kind and care for patients. You must have a passion for helping people.

(Ồ, tôi nghĩ nhân cách của một bác sĩ rất quan trọng. Bạn phải rất tử tế và quan tâm đến bệnh nhân. Bạn phải có niềm đam mê giúp đỡ mọi người.)

3. Work in groups. Compare the job in 1 with your chosen job in 2. Discuss the similarities and differences, and decide which job you prefer and why. Report your group's answers to the class.

(Làm việc theo nhóm. So sánh công việc ở phần 1 với công việc bạn đã chọn ở phần 2. Thảo luận về những điểm tương đồng và khác biệt, đồng thời quyết định xem bạn thích công việc nào hơn và tại sao. Báo cáo câu trả lời của nhóm bạn trước lớp.)

Beginning a teaching career

(Bắt đầu sự nghiệp giảng dạy)

1. Choose the correct meanings of the underlined words.

(Chọn nghĩa đúng của các từ được gạch chân.)

1. I like science because it is a fascinating subject.

A. extremely interesting

B. completely boring

2. Lots of university students work as tutors to help school children learn better.

A. teaching assistants

B. private teachers

3. People with a strong character are honest, responsible, and confident.

A. a set of personal qualities that makes someone different from others

B. a main actor or actress in a film that you admire a lot

4. You need to send in your CV and an application letter in order to apply for this job.

A. a letter showing your academic achievements

B. a written record of your education and the jobs you have done

2. Listen to a conversation between Mai Chi and her teacher, Ms Hoa. Put the information in the order you hear it.

(Nghe đoạn hội thoại giữa Mai Chi và cô giáo Hoa. Hãy sắp xếp thông tin theo thứ tự bạn nghe được)

- Education and qualifications (Giáo dục và bằng cấp)

- (1) ___________________

- (2) ___________________

- (3) ___________________

- References (Tài liệu tham khảo)

3. Listen to the conversation again and choose the correct answer A, B, or C.

(Nghe lại đoạn hội thoại và chọn câu trả lời đúng A, B hoặc C.)

1. What is the conversation about?

(Cuộc trò chuyện nói về chủ đề gì?)

A. How to qualify to teach in a school.

(Làm thế nào để đủ điều kiện giảng dạy ở trường.)

B. How to get a job as a home tutor.

(Làm thế nào để có được công việc gia sư tại nhà.)

C. How to become a good teacher.

(Làm thế nào để trở thành một giáo viên giỏi.)

2. What do you need to do before starting a teacher training course?

(Bạn cần làm gì trước khi bắt đầu khóa đào tạo giáo viên?)

A. Get some teaching experience in the classroom.

(Nhận được một số kinh nghiệm giảng dạy trong lớp học.)

B. Get a degree in a related subject.

(Có được bằng cấp về chuyên ngành liên quan.)

C. Earn a teaching certificate.

(Nhận chứng chỉ giảng dạy.)

3. Which of the skills are NOT mentioned by Ms Hoa?

(Kỹ năng nào KHÔNG được cô Hoa nhắc đến?)

A. Good communication and teamwork skills.

(Kỹ năng giao tiếp và làm việc nhóm tốt.)

B. Understanding people's feelings.

(Hiểu được cảm xúc của mọi người.)

C. Tutoring skills.

(Kỹ năng dạy kèm.)

4. Why does Ms Hoa think reading is an important habit for teachers?

(Tại sao cô Hoa cho rằng đọc sách là thói quen quan trọng của giáo viên?)

A. It helps them learn new things.

(Nó giúp họ học những điều mới.)

B. It improves their communication skills.

(Nó cải thiện kỹ năng giao tiếp của họ.)

C. It exercises the brain.

(Nó rèn luyện trí não.)

5. According to Ms Hoa, what does 'a reference' mean?

(Theo cô Hoa, “tham chiếu” có nghĩa là gì?)

A. An application letter that gives additional information about someone's abilities.

(Thư xin việc cung cấp thêm thông tin về khả năng của ai đó.)

B. A person who agrees to provide information about a job applicant.

(Người đồng ý cung cấp thông tin về người xin việc.)

C. A record of the things someone has learnt and done.

(Bản ghi chép về những điều ai đó đã học và làm.)

4. Work in groups. Discuss the following questions.

(Làm việc theo nhóm. Thảo luận các câu hỏi sau đây.)

Would you like to become a teacher? Why/Why not?

(Bạn có muốn trở thành một giáo viên? Tại sao/ tại sao không?)

Writing your CV

(Viết sơ yếu lí lịch)

1. Work in pairs. Look at the following job advert and the CV of a student applying for the job. Match the headings in the box to the correct sections.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Hãy xem quảng cáo việc làm sau đây và CV của một sinh viên đang nộp đơn xin việc. Nối các tiêu đề trong khung với các phần thích hợp.)

TEACHING ASSISTANTS NEEDED

(Cần trợ giảng)

- Do you have a passion for teaching children?

(Bạn có niềm đam mê dạy trẻ?)

- Are you a good communicator?

(Bạn có phải là người giao tiếp tốt?)

- Are you interested in organising learning activities?

(Bạn quan tâm đến việc tổ chức các hoạt động học tập?)

We need 10 volunteer teaching assistants to help at a summer camp for primary school students.

(Chúng tôi cần 10 tình nguyện viên trợ giảng để hỗ trợ trại hè cho học sinh tiểu học.)

2. Look at the job advert in 1 again. Imagine that you also want to apply for the job. Write your own CV.

(Xem lại tin tuyển dụng ở phần 1. Hãy tưởng tượng rằng bạn cũng muốn nộp đơn xin việc. Viết CV của riêng bạn.)

Asking for and giving clarification

(Yêu cầu sự giải thích và làm rõ)

1. Listen and complete the conversations with the expressions in the box. Then practise them in pairs.

(Nghe và hoàn thành đoạn hội thoại với những từ ngữ trong khung. Sau đó thực hành chúng theo cặp.)

1.

Mr Kien: The job application process can be challenging, so you must start preparing yourself.

Mai: Mr Kien, I'm not sure I understand the process. (1) _________ for me, please?

Mr Kien: Well, (2) _________, it means the steps you must follow when you apply for a job. First, you find a job vacancy, get your CV ready, and send it with an application letter. When you hear from the recruiter, prepare for the job interview. If you're successful, you'll be offered the job.

Mai: I see. Thank you, Mr Kien.

Mr Kien: You're welcome.

2.

Mark: Mai, have you got references in your CV?

Mai: I'm still confused about this section. (3) __________ what it should include?

Mark: Well, it should include names of teachers, career advisors, or former employers, (4) __________, people who can provide useful information about you.

Mai: Oh, I understand now. Thank you.

2. Work in pairs. Use the models in 1 to make similar conversations for these situations. One of you is A, the other is B. Use the expressions below to help you.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Sử dụng các mẫu ở phần 1 để thực hiện những đoạn hội thoại tương tự trong những tình huống này. Một người là A, người kia là B. Hãy sử dụng các cách diễn đạt dưới đây để giúp bạn.)

1. A is a Grade 12 student. B is a career adviser. B is explaining career path options. A is asking for clarification. B is giving clarification.

(A là học sinh lớp 12. B là cố vấn nghề nghiệp. B đang giải thích các lựa chọn con đường sự nghiệp. A yêu cầu làm rõ. B đang đưa ra lời giải thích.)

2. B is a new teaching assistant at a language centre. A has worked as a teaching assistant at the centre for several years. A is describing their job responsibilities. B is asking for clarification. A is giving clarification.

(B là trợ giảng mới tại một trung tâm ngoại ngữ. A đã làm trợ giảng tại trung tâm được vài năm. A đang mô tả trách nhiệm công việc của họ. B yêu cầu làm rõ. A Đang đưa ra lời giải thích.)

1. Read the text and answer the questions.

(Đọc văn bản và trả lời các câu hỏi.)

IN-DEMAND CAREERS FOR THE FUTURE

Technology has brought a lot of changes to our lives. The introduction of new technologies and the growth of artificial intelligence have also created a lot of career opportunities. Here are some jobs that we'll be seeing more of in the coming years.

Software developers and other coding careers

Nowadays, coding - or the process of writing computer programs - is becoming a valuable skill that recruiters are looking for. A recent survey of tech workers and employers has found that the job of a software developer will be the most important tech job in the future. Not surprisingly, in many countries, coding has even been added to the primary school curriculum.

Content creators

Over the past few years, the demand for content creators - those creating content for digital channels - has increased dramatically. There are a lot of job opportunities for content creators in different industries such as media, IT, fashion, pop music, travel and food services. Companies need to communicate with their customers, so they will always need talented content creators to help them. As a result, content creation will continue to grow and will still be a career in the future.

Data protection jobs

Personal data should only be collected and used for specific purposes. However, personal data can also be misused or used illegally to commit offences. Therefore, the demand for data protection officers, who educate employees about data handling, and data detectives, who examine data and detect issues, will go up. There will be plenty of data privacy jobs for people with the right technical and legal skills.

The above-mentioned jobs are among the many in-demand jobs of the future. If you are really interested in any of them, try to spend some time exploring them, so you can prepare for your future career.

Which job(s) involve(s)...

1. stopping or detecting illegal actions?

2. helping businesses to understand their customers better?

3. a skill that some students can start learning from a young age?

2. Work in pairs. Discuss the following questions.

(Làm việc theo cặp. Thảo luận các câu hỏi sau đây.)

Which job do you find the most interesting and why? What other jobs do you think will become popular in the future?

(Bạn thấy công việc nào thú vị nhất và tại sao? Bạn nghĩ những công việc nào khác sẽ trở nên phổ biến trong tương lai?)

Underline the stressed words in the following sentences. Listen and check. Then practise saying the sentences with a natural rhythm.

(Gạch dưới những từ được nhấn mạnh trong các câu sau. Nghe và kiểm tra. Sau đó tập nói các câu với nhịp điệu tự nhiên.)

1. I saw a new job advert on the school noticeboard.

(Tôi nhìn thấy một quảng cáo việc làm mới trên bảng thông báo của trường.)

2. They're seeking a volunteer for their new project.

(Họ đang tìm kiếm tình nguyện viên cho dự án mới của họ.)

3. The heritage site wants to hire a tour guide with the relevant work experience.

(Khu di sản muốn thuê một hướng dẫn viên du lịch có kinh nghiệm làm việc phù hợp.)

4. My brother doesn't want to apply for a job that requires working with people.

(Anh trai tôi không muốn xin việc yêu cầu phải làm việc với nhiều người.)

Complete the text. Use the correct words and phrases in the box.

(Hoàn thành văn bản. Sử dụng các từ và cụm từ đúng trong khung.)

The world of work is changing very fast. Most jobs require both technical and (1) _______. There are many employment opportunities for doctors, nurses, or software developers. Other jobs such as travel agents or cashiers may become (2) _______ or obsolete. Most jobs will be replaced by robots. That's why it's important to choose and (3) _______ the right career path. To be successful and happy, you also need to have a(n) (4) _______ for your work and a(n) (5) _______.

Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D.

(Chọn câu trả lời đúng A, B, C hoặc D.)

1. It is important for Grade 12 students to keep ______ with the changes in the university entrance exams.

A. up

B. on

C. down

D. to

2. My father left his job because he couldn't put ______ with his colleagues' constant complaining.

A. on

B. up

C. along

D. through

3. The company is planning to cut down ______ staff to reduce costs.

A. in

B. along

C. on

D. at

4. Many teenagers find it difficult to live ______ to their parents' expectations.

A. in

B. on

C. back

D. up

School-leavers' career plans

(Kế hoạch nghề nghiệp của học sinh mới ra trường)

Work in groups. Ask questions to collect information from 8-10 classmates about their career plans.

(Làm việc nhóm. Đặt câu hỏi để thu thập thông tin từ 8-10 bạn cùng lớp về kế hoạch nghề nghiệp của họ.)

Report your survey results to the class.

(Báo cáo kết quả khảo sát của bạn trước lớp.)

Survey questions

(Câu hỏi khảo sát)

1. What kind of career are you interested in? Why have you chosen it?

(Bạn quan tâm đến loại nghề nghiệp nào? Tại sao bạn lại chọn nó?)

__________________________________

2. How does your career choice relate to your interests?

(Sự lựa chọn nghề nghiệp của bạn liên quan thế nào đến sở thích của bạn?)

__________________________________

3. What kind of training do you need in order to pursue your chosen career path?

(Bạn cần được đào tạo những gì để theo đuổi con đường sự nghiệp đã chọn?)

__________________________________

4. What skills do you need to develop to be successful?

(Bạn cần phát triển những kỹ năng gì để thành công?)

__________________________________

5. Is your chosen career in high demand? Will there be many employment opportunities for you (in your area / in the country)?

(Nghề nghiệp bạn chọn có nhu cầu cao không? Sẽ có nhiều cơ hội việc làm cho bạn (trong khu vực của bạn/trong nước) chứ?)

__________________________________

1 Read the following sentences and underline the stressed words. Then practise reading the sentences with a natural rhythm.

(Đọc những câu sau đây và gạch chân những từ được nhấn mạnh. Sau đó tập đọc câu với nhịp điệu tự nhiên.)

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

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

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

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

A teacher

B. doctor

C. manager

D. barista

4 Complete the sentences using the correct form of the words in the box.

(Hoàn thành các câu sử dụng dạng đúng của các từ trong khung.)

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.

A. across

B. down

C. at

D. forward

2 Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.

(Khoanh tròn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ ra phần gạch chân cần sửa trong mỗi câu hỏi sau.)

1. The management has decided to cut in on staff as the factory is being automated.

                                    A                    B  C                                  D

2. My sister didn't live up with my parents' expectations to become a teacher at a primary school.

                     A            B    C                                                 D

3. Although my parents expected my sister to sit her maths exams, she went in on a music competition.

                                         A                     B                                         C        D

4. I haven't been able to get down to the career adviser in order to ask for some advice.

                                            A                                    B          C          D

5. Many old people may find it difficult to keep on with the latest technology.

       A                      B                           C          D

6. My sister thinks that her colleagues look up on her because she doesn't have a degree.

                                                                 A   B                              C             D

7. Having spoken to experts in the field has helped me come on with many interesting ideas.

                            A                                                               B            C                        D

8. If local factories continue to cut down with staff, unemployment rates will go up.

                                                A           B                                              C         D

3 Rewrite the sentences without changing their meanings. Use one of the phrasal verbs in brackets.

(Viết lại câu mà không làm thay đổi nghĩa của chúng. Sử dụng một trong các cụm động từ trong ngoặc.)

1. She has a friendly relationship with everyone in her workplace. (get on with/put up with)

→ She _____________________________________

2. My brother didn't do what my parents expected him to do. (live up to/look down to)

→ My brother _____________________________________

3. I am expecting to receive their reply. (look forward to/get on with)

→ I _____________________________________

4. I can't accept his rude behaviour any longer. (get through to/put up with)

→ I can't _____________________________________

5. Do you think they will reduce staff? (keep up with/cut down on)

→ Do you think _____________________________________ ?

6. I don't like his behaviour because he always thinks that he is better than other people. (look down on/look up to)

→ I don't like his behaviour _____________________________________

7. I'm afraid I can't find an answer right now. (get on with/come up with)

→ I'm afraid _____________________________________

8. It is very difficult to contact him because his mobile phone is always busy. (get through to/put up with)

→ It is very difficult _____________________________________

8. A. open-hearted

B. close-minded

C. minded

D. open-minded

2 Read the following passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

(Đọc đoạn văn sau và khoanh tròn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để chỉ ra câu trả lời đúng cho mỗi câu hỏi.)

A guide to school-leavers' planning for the future

When you leave secondary school, you have different options, including going to a university or a vocational school, getting a job or taking a gap year. Sometimes choices may make you confused, so you should examine all your options before making any plans for the future. Below are some things you may like to try before making your decision.

If there are teachers you really love or look up to, you can ask them for some advice. Your teachers have been observing you for months, so they know your strengths, talents, and personality. You may share your dreams and concerns with them and ask them to give you an honest opinion about what option may be suitable for you.

If possible, you can talk to a career adviser when you are still undecided about your future plans and ask for their advice. If you can't find a career adviser, you can take some career-matching tests online. These tests are typically created by career experts and psychologists, so they can help you make an informed decision.

Visiting a college or university campus is also important as it will make you think about if you can see yourself there or not. Usually, educational institutions have orientation days for secondary school students to experience university life first-hand. You could even contact the university.

So try following the above suggestions, and you will certainly make a more informed decision about your future plans.

1. How many choices for school-leavers are mentioned?

A. Two.

B. Three.

C. Four.

D. Five.

2. What is paragraph 2 about?

A. Getting advice from teachers.

B. Speaking to a career adviser.

C. Taking a career test.

D. Visiting colleges or universities.

3. What is paragraph 3 about?

A. Asking parents and teachers for useful advice.

B. Speaking to a career adviser or taking a career test.

C. Paying visits to colleges or universities.

D. Making your own decisions based on collected information.

4. How many things are secondary school students advised to do before making their decision?

A. Two.

B. Three.

C. Four.

D. Five.

5. The word “observing” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______

A. watching

B. teaching

C. listening to

D. working with

6. The word “them” in paragraph 2 refers to ______

A. dreams

B. concerns

C. teachers

D. advisers

7. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a suggestion for school-leavers?

A. Asking teachers for advice.

B. Talking to career advisers.

C. Visiting a university campus.

D. Sharing your dreams with the admission team.

8. What is the writer's attitude towards the topic?

A. Optimistic.

B. Pessimistic.

C. Angry.

D. Neutral.

1 Circle the letter A, B, C, or D to complete each of the following exchanges. Then practise reading them.

(Khoanh tròn chữ cái A, B, C hoặc D để hoàn thành mỗi cuộc trao đổi sau đây. Sau đó thực hành đọc chúng.)

A

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. (1) _________ this term for me?

Career adviser: Well, (2) _________, 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.

1.

A. Could you explain

B. Do you know

C. What do you explain

D. Do you want to explain

2.

A. I'm not sure I know

B. I don't really understand

C. to put it another way

D. in order to understand

B

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. (3) ________ what it should include?

Lan: Well, it should include any work-related experience, (4) _________, any jobs you have done that are relevant to the position you want to apply for.

Nam: Oh. I understand now. Thank you.

3.

A. Do you explains

B. Would you like

C. Who can clarify

D. Can you clarify

4.

A. by the way

B. in other words

C. to some extent

D. in short

C

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. (5) ________

Career adviser: Well. (6) ________ 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.

5.

A. Could you be more specific?

B. How can this be avoided?

C. This is impossible.

D. I can't believe it.

6.

A. to put it another way

B. in other words

C. what I mean is

D. let me see

D

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. (7) ________ that for me?

Mr Le: (8) ________ 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.

7.

A. I'm not sure I understand

B. Let me explain

C. Could you be more specific

D. Could you explain

8.

A. I'm not very clear about it.

B. Let me clarify that.

C. What do you mean?

D. Why don't you understand it?

2 Answer the following questions about your career plans.

(Trả lời các câu hỏi sau đây về kế hoạch nghề nghiệp của bạn.)

1. What are your career plans after leaving school?

2. Why do you think this career path will be suitable for you?

3. Who did you ask for advice before making your decision?

4. What have you done to prepare yourself for your career path?

5. What kind of support will you need from your parents?

1 Rewrite the sentences without changing their meaning. Use the words in brackets.

(Viết lại câu mà không làm thay đổi nghĩa của chúng. Sử dụng các từ trong ngoặc.)

1. My brother has a passion for designing buildings. (passionate)

→ My brother ___________________________________

2. There is always a high demand for doctors. (in high demand)

→ Doctors ___________________________________

3. You need to consider the job requirements before applying for it. (take... into account)

→ You need ___________________________________

4. We need to change to make ourselves relevant to the new working environment. (adapt)

→ We need ___________________________________

5. A number of jobs have been replaced by machines. (automated)

→ A number ___________________________________

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

→ Unless we find some ___________________________________

7. Do you have to manage difficult situations at work? (deal / stressful)

→ Do you have to ___________________________________?

8. I always try to have a friendly relationship with my colleagues. (get on with)

→ I always ___________________________________

2 Use the words and phrases below, and add some words where necessary to make meaningful sentences. Change the verb forms if necessary.

(Sử dụng các từ và cụm từ dưới đây và thêm một số từ cần thiết để tạo thành câu có ý nghĩa. Thay đổi dạng động từ nếu cần thiết.)

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

__________________________________________________

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

__________________________________________________

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

__________________________________________________

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

__________________________________________________

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

__________________________________________________

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

(Đọc quảng cáo việc làm sau đây. Viết CV (150-180 từ) để ứng tuyển công việc.)

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