Unit 8
THE WORLD OF WORK
GETTING STARTED
Are we ready for work?
1. Listen and read.
-advertisement (n)
-advertise (v)
-CV (n)
-relevant (a)
-demonstrate (v)
-recruit (v)
-initial (a)
-probation (n)
-confirm (v)
2. Answer the questions.
1. He is writing a CV to apply for a part-time job.
2. Yes, he does. He wants his son to get some work experience.
3. No, she doesn’t. She wants her to focus on her studies.
4. They need to include information about their relevant qualifications, experience, and skills.
5. Because it is a period when the employer can access the employee’s performance and provide them with some training.
6.
3. Complete the sentences.
1. job seeker
2. job advertisements
3. CV
4. covering letter
5. job interview
3. Complete the sentences.
1. asked
2. advised
3. told
4. advised
5. offered