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HANDOUT UNIT 9. CAREER PATHS
LESSON 3. READING. CAREER EXPERTS' ADVICE
Date: ...............................................................

I.
NEW WORDS:
1. Expert (n):
2. Personality (n):
3. Passionate (adj.):
4. Social worker (n):
5. Come up with (v):
6. Take into account (v):
7. Specialty (n):
8. Barista (n):
9. Cashier (n):
10. Obsolete (adj.):
II.
READING COMPREHENSION:
Read the passage and choose the best answer for each question.
1. What is the main purpose of the passage?
A. To provide career options for students
B. To give advice on choosing a career
C. To explain why formal education is necessary
D. To discuss the disadvantages of automation
2. The word "passionate" in paragraph A is closest in meaning to:
A. Interested
B. Bored
C. Worried
D. Enthusiastic
3. What does the word "this" in paragraph A refer to?
A. Learning languages, history, art, and architecture
B. Spending time thinking about what you want to do
C. Finding a career path that matches your personality
D. Becoming a social worker or a teacher
4. According to paragraph B, what is a job that requires formal education?
A. Social worker
B. Teacher
C. Doctor
D. Barista
5. The phrase "on-the-job training" in paragraph B means:
A. Training before applying for a job
B. Training while working
C. Training at university
D. Training at home
6. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to choose a career?
A. Discovering your personality
B. Researching required qualifications
C. Finding a job with high salary
D. Examining job opportunities
7. The word "obsolete" in paragraph C means:
A. Modern
B. Popular
C. Necessary
D. Outdated
8. What does the word "you" in paragraph C refer to?
A. Career experts
B. Teen Talk magazine
C. Secondary school students
D. Employers
9. According to the passage, why is the demand for healthcare professionals increasing?
A. People are living longer
B. Medical schools are easier to get into
C. More people want to become doctors
D. Technology is replacing medical jobs
10. Why does the author mention "cashiers and travel agents" in paragraph C?
A. To show examples of jobs with high salaries
B. To highlight jobs that require university degrees
C. To illustrate jobs that may be replaced by technology
D. To encourage students to choose these careers
III. CLOZE-TEXT:
Choosing a career is an important decision that depends (1) ______ many factors. First, students should identify
their interests and strengths. A person (2) ______ (interest) in creative work may consider becoming a designer or
an artist. In contrast, those who enjoy (3) ______ with numbers might choose finance or engineering.
Second, it is essential to think about qualifications. While some professions require years of study, others provide
(4) ______ training. For example, medical professionals need formal education, whereas baristas and sales
assistants can learn on the job.
Finally, students should consider job availability. With technological advancements, some jobs may disappear, (5)
______ others will grow in demand. For instance, careers in healthcare are expected to expand due to ageing
populations.
1. A. on
B. in
C. of
D. at

2.
3.
4.
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A. interest
B. interesting
C. interests
D. interested
A. work
B. to work
C. working
D. to working
A. on-the-work
B. on-the-job
C. in-job
D. in-work
A. and
B. so
C. while
D. because
IV.
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2.
3.
4.
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A. work
B. career
C. job
D. employment
A. helps
B. helping
C. helped
D. will help
A. about
B. in
C. at
D. on
A. confident
B. confidence
C. confidently D. Confide
A. Because
B. While
C. Although D. So
V.
REARRANGEMENT:
Question 1:
a. Some careers require years of education and training, while others offer opportunities to learn on the
job.
b. Many students feel confused when choosing their careers.
c. As technology evolves, some jobs may disappear while others become more in demand.
d. For instance, if you enjoy science and helping people, a career in healthcare might be a good choice.
e. That's why it is essential to research and plan carefully before making a decision.
f. To begin with, it is important to understand yourself, including your interests, skills, and personality.
g. Finally, think about job availability and future prospects.
h. Besides, you should also consider the qualifications needed for your desired job.
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Question 2: Arrange the dialogue in the correct order
a. Yes, they do. Some careers require long training, while others allow you to start working right away.
b. I like science and helping people.
c. I see! I will research more about job opportunities and qualifications before making a decision.
d. I'm not sure what career path to choose. What should I consider?
e. But don't these jobs require many years of study?
f. That's wonderful! You might consider a career in healthcare, such as becoming a doctor or a nurse.
g. That's a great question. First, you need to understand your interests and skills. What do you enjoy doing?
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