Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions.
In recent years, vocational education and apprenticeships have emerged as valuable alternatives to traditional college education. This trend has come about as a result of increasing cost of college tuition, concerns about the relevance of certain degree programmes and the need for greater flexibility and personalised learning experiences.
One of the key advantages of vocational education is its emphasis on hands-on training. Unlike traditional college programmes that may have a more theoretical approach, vocational education focuses on practical skills that are directly applicable to specific fields. Students learn through real-world scenarios, simulations, and on-the-job training, allowing them to develop proficiency in their chosen trades. These programmes also cover a wide range of industries, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, automotive repair, culinary arts, healthcare, and more. This specialised training makes their graduates highly sought-after by employers who value practical skills and industry experience.
Apprenticeships, on the other hand, provide a unique combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Apprentices work under the guidance of experienced professionals or mentors, who have firsthand knowledge of the trade. This allows them to gain valuable insights, advice, and practical skills that are essential for success in the industry. These structured programmes, which integrate work experience with academic learning, offer a balanced approach to skill development.
Both vocational education and apprenticeships offer several benefits to individuals pursuing these alternative paths. Firstly, these programmes generally have shorter durations compared to traditional college degrees, allowing individuals to enter the workforce more quickly. This can be particularly advantageous for those who seek a faster route to employment or an earlier start to earning an income. Another upside is the potential for job placement and career advancement. Institutions offering vocational education and apprenticeships often have established relationships with industry partners. This enables students and apprentices to network and gain exposure to job opportunities that may not be readily available through other channels.
(Adapted from https://hospitalityinsights.ehl.edu/pros-cons-vocational-education-training)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason why vocational education and apprenticeships have gained popularity?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason why vocational education and apprenticeships have gained popularity?
The increased preference for more freedom and choices.
The expectation that learning is tailored to personal needs.
The worry that college programs might be too outdated.
The increasing affordability of college education.
Đáp án : D
Tạm dịch
Trong những năm gần đây, giáo dục nghề và chương trình học nghề đã nổi lên như những lựa chọn thay thế đáng giá cho giáo dục đại học truyền thống. Xu hướng này xuất hiện do học phí đại học ngày càng tăng, lo ngại về tính phù hợp của một số chương trình đào tạo, cũng như nhu cầu về sự linh hoạt hơn và trải nghiệm học tập cá nhân hóa.
Một trong những lợi thế chính của giáo dục nghề là sự tập trung vào đào tạo thực hành. Không giống như các chương trình đại học truyền thống thường thiên về lý thuyết, giáo dục nghề chú trọng vào các kỹ năng thực tiễn, có thể áp dụng trực tiếp vào các lĩnh vực cụ thể. Học viên học thông qua các tình huống thực tế, mô phỏng và đào tạo tại chỗ, giúp họ nâng cao tay nghề trong lĩnh vực mình chọn. Các chương trình này bao gồm nhiều ngành nghề khác nhau như mộc, sửa ống nước, điện, sửa chữa ô tô, ẩm thực, chăm sóc sức khỏe và nhiều lĩnh vực khác. Việc đào tạo chuyên sâu này giúp học viên tốt nghiệp được các nhà tuyển dụng đánh giá cao nhờ kỹ năng thực hành và kinh nghiệm thực tế trong ngành.
Chương trình học nghề (Apprenticeship), mặt khác, mang đến sự kết hợp độc đáo giữa học lý thuyết và đào tạo thực tế tại nơi làm việc. Học viên làm việc dưới sự hướng dẫn của các chuyên gia hoặc người cố vấn có kinh nghiệm thực tiễn trong nghề. Điều này giúp họ tiếp thu được những kiến thức chuyên sâu, lời khuyên quý báu và kỹ năng thực hành cần thiết để thành công trong ngành. Những chương trình có cấu trúc rõ ràng này tích hợp giữa kinh nghiệm làm việc và học thuật, mang lại cách tiếp cận cân bằng trong việc phát triển kỹ năng.
Cả giáo dục nghề và học nghề đều mang lại nhiều lợi ích cho những người theo đuổi con đường thay thế này. Trước hết, các chương trình này thường có thời gian đào tạo ngắn hơn so với các bằng đại học truyền thống, giúp người học nhanh chóng gia nhập lực lượng lao động. Điều này đặc biệt có lợi đối với những ai muốn tìm kiếm con đường việc làm nhanh hơn hoặc bắt đầu kiếm thu nhập sớm hơn. Một lợi thế khác là cơ hội việc làm và phát triển nghề nghiệp. Các cơ sở cung cấp giáo dục nghề và học nghề thường có mối quan hệ hợp tác chặt chẽ với các doanh nghiệp trong ngành, tạo điều kiện cho học viên xây dựng mối quan hệ và tiếp cận các cơ hội việc làm mà các kênh thông thường không dễ dàng mang lại.
Phương pháp chung:
- Đọc câu đề bài và các đáp án để gạch chân các từ khóa quan trọng.
- Đọc lướt qua các đoạn văn và dừng lại ở đoạn thông tin có chứa từ khóa.
- So sánh thông tin trong bài đọc với nội dung cần tìm dựa vào sự tương quan về nghĩa và ngữ pháp để chọn đáp thích hợp nhất.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason why vocational education and apprenticeships have gained popularity?
(Câu nào sau đây KHÔNG được đề cập đến như là lý do khiến giáo dục nghề nghiệp và học nghề trở nên phổ biến?)
A. The increased preference for more freedom and choices.
(Sở thích ngày càng tăng đối với nhiều quyền tự do và lựa chọn hơn.)
B. The expectation that learning is tailored to personal needs.
(Kỳ vọng rằng việc học được điều chỉnh theo nhu cầu cá nhân.)
C. The worry that college programs might be too outdated.
(Lo lắng rằng các chương trình đại học có thể đã quá lỗi thời.)
D. The increasing affordability of college education. => không có thông tin đề cập => loại
(Khả năng chi trả cho giáo dục đại học ngày càng tăng.)
Thông tin: This trend has come about as a result of increasing cost of college tuition, concerns about the relevance of certain degree programmes and the need for greater flexibility and personalised learning experiences.
(Xu hướng này xuất hiện do chi phí học phí đại học ngày càng tăng, lo ngại về tính phù hợp của một số chương trình cấp bằng nhất định và nhu cầu về tính linh hoạt và trải nghiệm học tập được cá nhân hóa cao)
Chọn D
The word "personalised" in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ________.
The word "personalised" in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ________.
popular
customised
limited
general
Đáp án : D
The word "personalised" in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to ________.
(Từ " personalised" trong đoạn 1 có nghĩa NGƯỢC LẠI với ________.)
A. popular
(phổ biến)
B. customised
(tuỳ chỉnh)
C. limited
(hạn chế)
D. general
(chung chung)
Thông tin: This trend has come about as a result of increasing cost of college tuition, concerns about the relevance of certain degree programmes and the need for greater flexibility and personalised learning experiences.
(Xu hướng này xuất hiện do chi phí học phí đại học tăng, lo ngại về tính phù hợp của một số chương trình cấp bằng và nhu cầu về tính linh hoạt và trải nghiệm học tập được cá nhân hóa cao hơn.)
Chọn D
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?
Graduates from these specialised programmes demand greatly from employers because of their practical skills and relevant experience.
Graduates from these specialised programmes are in great demand by employers for their practical skills and relevant experience.
Practical skills and relevant experience are sought after by both the graduates from these specialised programmes and employers.
Employers seeking practical skills and relevant experience demand greatly from those graduating from these specialised programmes.
Đáp án : B
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?
(Câu nào sau đây diễn giải đúng nhất câu gạch chân trong đoạn 2?)
A. Graduates from these specialised programmes demand greatly from employers because of their practical skills and relevant experience.
(Sinh viên tốt nghiệp từ các chương trình chuyên ngành này có nhu cầu rất cao từ các nhà tuyển dụng vì các kỹ năng thực tế và kinh nghiệm liên quan của họ.)
B. Graduates from these specialised programmes are in great demand by employers for their practical skills and relevant experience.
(Sinh viên tốt nghiệp từ các chương trình chuyên ngành này có nhu cầu rất cao từ các nhà tuyển dụng vì các kỹ năng thực tế và kinh nghiệm liên quan của họ.)
C. Practical skills and relevant experience are sought after by both the graduates from these specialised programmes and employers.
(Cả sinh viên tốt nghiệp từ các chương trình chuyên ngành này và các nhà tuyển dụng đều tìm kiếm các kỹ năng thực tế và kinh nghiệm liên quan.)
D. Employers seeking practical skills and relevant experience demand greatly from those graduating from these specialised programmes.
(Các nhà tuyển dụng tìm kiếm các kỹ năng thực tế và kinh nghiệm liên quan có nhu cầu rất cao từ những người tốt nghiệp từ các chương trình chuyên ngành này.)
Thông tin: This specialised training makes their graduates highly sought-after by employers who value practical skills and industry experience.
(Chương trình đào tạo chuyên ngành này khiến sinh viên tốt nghiệp của họ được các nhà tuyển dụng coi trọng các kỹ năng thực tế và kinh nghiệm trong ngành săn đón.)
Chọn B
The word "This" in paragraph 3 refers to ___________.
The word "This" in paragraph 3 refers to ___________.
the instruction given in classrooms by professionals
the direct mentorship of experts in a specific trade
the on-the-job training provided by experienced mentors
the firsthand knowledge of a particular industry
Đáp án : C
The word "This" in paragraph 3 refers to ___________.
(Từ "This" trong đoạn 3 ám chỉ ___________.)
A. the instruction given in classrooms by professionals
(hướng dẫn được đưa ra trong lớp học bởi các chuyên gia)
B. the direct mentorship of experts in a specific trade
(sự cố vấn trực tiếp của các chuyên gia trong một ngành nghề cụ thể)
C. the on-the-job training provided by experienced mentors
(đào tạo tại chỗ do những người cố vấn giàu kinh nghiệm cung cấp)
D. the firsthand knowledge of a particular industry
(kiến thức trực tiếp về một ngành nghề cụ thể)
Thông tin: Apprenticeships, on the other hand, provide a unique combination of classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Apprentices work under the guidance of experienced professionals or mentors, who have firsthand knowledge of the trade. This allows them to gain valuable insights, advice, and practical skills that are essential for success in the industry.
(Mặt khác, học nghề cung cấp sự kết hợp độc đáo giữa hướng dẫn trong lớp học và đào tạo tại chỗ. Người học nghề làm việc dưới sự hướng dẫn của các chuyên gia hoặc người cố vấn giàu kinh nghiệm, những người có kiến thức trực tiếp về ngành nghề. Điều này cho phép họ có được những hiểu biết sâu sắc, lời khuyên và kỹ năng thực tế có giá trị, những điều cần thiết để thành công trong ngành.)
Chọn C
Which of the following is TRUE about the advantages of vocational education and apprenticeship programmes?
Which of the following is TRUE about the advantages of vocational education and apprenticeship programmes?
They promise jobs with higher incomes than a college degree.
They take longer to complete than a college education.
They guarantee 100% chance of having a job after completion.
They allow people to take a shorter route to a paid job.
Đáp án : D
Which of the following is TRUE about the advantages of vocational education and apprenticeship programmes?
(Câu nào sau đây là ĐÚNG về lợi thế của các chương trình giáo dục nghề nghiệp và học nghề?)
A. They promise jobs with higher incomes than a college degree. => không có thông tin đề cập => loại
(Chúng hứa hẹn những công việc có thu nhập cao hơn bằng đại học.)
B. They take longer to complete than a college education. => sai
(Chúng mất nhiều thời gian hơn để hoàn thành so với giáo dục đại học.)
Thông tin: Firstly, these programmes generally have shorter durations compared to traditional college degrees,
(Thứ nhất, các chương trình này thường có thời lượng ngắn hơn so với bằng đại học truyền thống,)
C. They guarantee 100% chance of having a job after completion. => không có thông tin đề cập => loại
(Chúng đảm bảo 100% cơ hội có việc làm sau khi hoàn thành.)
D. They allow people to take a shorter route to a paid job. => đúng
(Chúng cho phép mọi người đi theo con đường ngắn hơn để có được công việc được trả lương.)
Thông tin: This can be particularly advantageous for those who seek a faster route to employment or an earlier start to earning an income.
(Điều này có thể đặc biệt có lợi cho những người tìm kiếm con đường nhanh hơn để có việc làm hoặc bắt đầu kiếm thu nhập sớm hơn.)
Chọn D
The word "advantageous" in the last paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.
The word "advantageous" in the last paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.
detrimental
encouraging
rewarding
productive
Đáp án : C
The word "advantageous" in the last paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to __________.
(Từ "advantageous" trong đoạn cuối có nghĩa GẦN NHẤT với __________.)
A. detrimental
(có hại)
B. encouraging
(khuyến khích)
C. rewarding
(có ích)
D. productive
(năng suất)
Thông tin: This can be particularly advantageous for those who seek a faster route to employment or an earlier start to earning an income.
(Điều này có thể đặc biệt có lợi cho những người tìm kiếm con đường nhanh hơn để có việc làm hoặc bắt đầu kiếm thu nhập sớm hơn.)
Chọn C
In which paragraph does the writer mention the career choices offered by vocational schools?
In which paragraph does the writer mention the career choices offered by vocational schools?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Đáp án : B
In which paragraph does the writer mention the career choices offered by vocational schools?
(Trong đoạn văn nào, tác giả đề cập đến các lựa chọn nghề nghiệp do các trường dạy nghề cung cấp?)
A. Paragraph 1
(Đoạn 1)
B. Paragraph 2
(Đoạn 2)
C. Paragraph 3
(Đoạn 3)
D. Paragraph 4
(Đoạn 4)
Thông tin: These programmes also cover a wide range of industries, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, automotive repair, culinary arts, healthcare, and more.
(Các chương trình này cũng bao gồm nhiều ngành nghề khác nhau, bao gồm nghề mộc, thợ sửa ống nước, thợ điện, sửa chữa ô tô, nghệ thuật ẩm thực, chăm sóc sức khỏe, v.v.)
Chọn B
In which paragraph does the writer mention a training model where students can learn from seasoned experts in a certain industry?
In which paragraph does the writer mention a training model where students can learn from seasoned experts in a certain industry?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Đáp án : C
In which paragraph does the writer mention a training model where students can learn from seasoned experts in a certain industry?
(Ở đoạn văn nào, tác giả đề cập đến mô hình đào tạo nơi sinh viên có thể học hỏi từ các chuyên gia dày dặn kinh nghiệm trong một ngành nào đó?)
A. Paragraph 1
(Đoạn 1)
B. Paragraph 2
(Đoạn 2)
C. Paragraph 3
(Đoạn 3)
D. Paragraph 4
(Đoạn 4)
Thông tin: Apprentices work under the guidance of experienced professionals or mentors, who have firsthand knowledge of the trade.
(Người học việc sẽ làm việc dưới sự hướng dẫn của các chuyên gia hoặc cố vấn giàu kinh nghiệm, những người có hiểu biết trực tiếp về nghề.)
Chọn C
Các bài tập cùng chuyên đề
Bài 1 :
Choose the best answer
I was only absent ____ the office for a few minutes!
-
A.
for
-
B.
from
-
C.
in
-
D.
about
Bài 2 :
Choose the best answer
She became a full-time member of ____ last year.
-
A.
employees
-
B.
employers
-
C.
workers
-
D.
staff
Bài 3 :
Choose the best answer
The ____ for this position starts at thirty thousand euros per year.
-
A.
wage
-
B.
payment
-
C.
salary
-
D.
tip
Bài 4 :
Choose the best answer
Shelley disagreed with the board's decision so she ____ and went to work for another company.
-
A.
retired
-
B.
fired
-
C.
sacked
-
D.
resigned
Bài 5 :
Choose the best answer.
Being a flight attendant is a ____ job. You may have to work long hours on long haul flights and not get enough sleep.
-
A.
tedious
-
B.
demanding
-
C.
rewarding
-
D.
fascinating
Bài 6 :
Choose the best answer
I think that doing medical research would be really ____ because this job would save people's lives.
-
A.
challenging
-
B.
tiresome
-
C.
rewarding
-
D.
monotonous
Bài 7 :
Choose the best answer
I am writing in ____ to your advertisement on Vietnamework.com for the post of a personal assistant.
-
A.
connection
-
B.
association
-
C.
relation
-
D.
response
Bài 8 :
Choose the best answer
Some people ____ to London every day from as far away as Leeds.
-
A.
connect
-
B.
commute
-
C.
commence
-
D.
correspond
Bài 9 :
Choose the best answer
After working at the same company for thirty years, my grandfather was looking forward to his ____.
-
A.
overtime
-
B.
pension
-
C.
charity
-
D.
allowance
Bài 10 :
Choose the best answer
Who is responsible ____ dealing with complaints?
-
A.
with
-
B.
for
-
C.
in
-
D.
at
Bài 11 :
Choose the best answer
Success in this industry depends a lot ____ luck!
-
A.
with
-
B.
from
-
C.
at
-
D.
on
Bài 12 :
Choose the best answer
In some professions, you have to ____ when you're 60 or 65 years old.
-
A.
resign
-
B.
terminate
-
C.
retire
-
D.
dismiss
Bài 13 :
Choose the best answer
The covering letter wasn't attached ____ the CV.
-
A.
to
-
B.
with
-
C.
from
-
D.
by
Bài 14 :
Choose the best answer
Certificates provide proofs of your ____.
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A.
qualifications
-
B.
qualities
-
C.
diplomas
-
D.
ambitions
Bài 15 :
Choose the best answer
I'd like to speak to the person in ____ please.
-
A.
duty
-
B.
responsibility
-
C.
obligation
-
D.
charge
Bài 16 :
Choose the best answer
When you ____ the interview, remember to bring some samples of your work.
-
A.
apply
-
B.
join
-
C.
attend
-
D.
make
Bài 17 :
Choose the best answer
I would be grateful for an opportunity to visit your company and discuss my application with you ____.
-
A.
in privacy
-
B.
individually
-
C.
privately
-
D.
in person
Bài 18 :
Give the correct form of the word.
Bài 19 :
Give the correct form of the word.
Bài 20 :
Give the correct form of the word.
Bài 21 :
Give the correct form of the word.
Bài 22 :
Give the correct form of the word.
Bài 23 :
Give the correct form of the word.
Bài 24 :
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
It is not easy to choose a career today. Hundreds of students are leaving schools and universities every year to seek employment in the various professions, though employment opportunities are not increasing proportionately. As a result, there is a lot of unemployment.
The inability of the various professions to absorb all those seeking employment makes the choice of a career more difficult. Before one leaves school or university, one has many plans, confident that choosing a career will not be difficult. But when, the time comes to choose a career, one finds that there are others with better qualifications waiting to enter the same profession. Disillusioned, one then looks for any kind of employment. In this way, many who wanted to become police inspectors or field assistants in the rubber estates in this country, become teachers instead, and many who wanted to become teachers, have become shop assistants. The lack of institutions where people could acquire the skills necessary for a particular career makes the choice of a career even more difficult. For example, if one desires to become a journalist, one has to receive some training and instruction in a school of journalism. But if there is no such school, one is compelled to think of some other career.
Bài 25 :
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.
Although I left university with a good degree, I suddenly found that it was actually quite hard to find a job. After being unemployed for a few months, I realized I had to take the first thing that came along or I'd be in serious financial difficulties. And so, for six very long months, I became a market research telephone interviewer.
I knew it wasn't the best company in the world when they told me that I'd have to undergo three days of training before starting work, and that I wouldn't get paid for any of it. Still, I knew that the hourly rate when I actually did start full time would be a lot better than unemployment benefit, and I could work up to twelve hours a day, seven days a week if I wanted. So, I thought of the money I'd earn and put up with three days of unpaid training. Whatever those three days taught me - and I can't really remember anything about them today - I wasn't prepared for the way I would be treated by the supervisors.
It was worse than being at school. There were about twenty interviewers like myself, each sitting in a small, dark booth with an ancient computer and a dirty telephone. The booths were around the walls of the fifth floor of a concrete office block, and the supervisors sat in the middle of the room, listening in to all of our telephone interviews. We weren't allowed to talk to each other, and if we took more than about two seconds from ending one phone call and starting another, they would shout at us to hurry up and get on with our jobs. We even had to ask for permission to go to the toilet. I was amazed how slowly the day went. Our first break of the day came at eleven o'clock, two hours after we started. I'll always remember that feeling of despair when I would look at my watch thinking, 'It's must be nearly time for the break', only to find that it was quarter to ten and that there was another hour and a quarter to go. My next thought was always, 'I can't believe I'm going to be here until nine o'clock tonight.'
The most frightening aspect of the job was that I was actually quite good at it. 'Oh, no!' I thought.
‘Maybe I'm destined to be a market researcher for the rest of my life.' My boss certainly seemed to think so. One day - during a break, of course - she ordered me into her office. 'Simon,' she said, 'I'm promoting you. From tomorrow, you're off telecoms and onto credit card complaints. I'm sure you can handle it. There's no extra pay, but it is a very responsible position.'
Three weeks later, I quit. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Bài 26 :
Read the passage and choose the best answer.
It can take a long time to become successful in your chosen field, however talented you are. One thing you have to be (1) ____ of is that you will face criticism along the way. The world is (2) ____ of people who would rather say something negative than positive. If you've made up your (3) ____ to achieve a certain goal, such as writing a novel, (4) ____ the negative criticism of others prevent you from reaching your target, and let the constructive criticism have a positive effect on your work. If someone says you're totally in the (5) ____ of talent, ignore them. That's negative criticism. If (6) ____, someone advises you to revise your work and gives you a good reason for doing so, you should consider their suggestions carefully. There are many film stars (7) ____ were once out of work. There are many famous novelists who made a complete mess of their first novel - or who didn't, but had to keep on approaching hundreds of publishers before they could get it (8) ____. Being successful does depend on luck, to a (9) ____ extent. But things are more likely to (10) ____ well if you persevere and stay positive.
Bài 27 :
Choose the word (A, B, C, or D) that best fits each of the blank spaces.
Life after high school doesn't end. In fact, life begins once there are no more lockers, gym class, or teachers nagging you about homework.
In terms of choosing the (1) ____ career, it is important to consider a career assessment test in which you answer a series of questions designed to (2) ____ your strengths and weaknesses. While career tests should not be your main source of decision making, you can use them as a tool to help you decide what career might match your (3) ____.
Think about your interests and hobbies. If you enjoy science, you may want to apply to college and pursue a career in engineering or marine (4) ____.Write a list of possible careers that match your interests and your capabilities. If you find you are happiest when you work with others, jot down that you are a team player. In that case, you may want to consider jobs that involve people interaction instead of careers like computer programming or writing, which require more alone time. Speak to an adult you trust about your ideas and be willing to receive (5) ____.
Narrow your options and look for a career with growth (6) ____. While it is important to pick a career that will stimulate your mind, it is also important to be practical about the market. If you decide that you want to go to college, you will need to pick a career that enables you to make a living (7) ____ you graduate.
Jump into the first step of realizing your career dreams. If you have decided that you would like to pursue a career that requires higher education, do your (8) ____ on applying to the college or programme, including qualifications, application deadlines, tuition fees and length of study. If you have decided on a career that does not require higher education, start looking for ways to enter the field and (9) ____ experience. Speak to someone who already has your dream job. This person can provide a better picture of the pros and cons of the (10) ____
Bài 28 :
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.
Bài 29 :
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).)
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1. According to Mr Kien, school- leavers need to have a university degree to start a career. |
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2. Mr Kien mentions three jobs that you can do without a degree. |
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3. Mr Kien encourages students to start thinking about their future careers when they leave school. |
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4. Mr Kien advises students to develop soft skills, which will help them deal with difficult situations. |
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Bài 30 :
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
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