Speech patterns. Future profession, future career

FUTURE PROFESSION, FUTURE CAREER

Ann Quinn

Resume

WRITTEN TASKS.

SPEECH EXERCISES.

Exercise 1. Speak on the profession of a teacher. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this job? Would you like to work as a teacher? Why/why not?

Exercise 2. Speak on the following topics.

a) What kind of work do you think you’ll be doing after you finish your university?

b) What do you think is an ideal job? Give reasons.

c) Would you prefer a dangerous but well-paid job or a safe but less paid job? Why?

Exercise 1. a) Look at the following model of RESUME.

A resume presents information in inverse chronological order, that is, beginning with the most recent item and moving back through time. The resume begins with your name and address, followed by your job objective. Then it lists your employment and education experiences. Read the example below.

14 Cherry Street

Saginaw, MI 48606

517-749-6774

Job Objective: Marketing Researcher

Work Experience:

2004-2006, Marketing Researcher,

Sagnaw Plastics Co., Sagnaw Michigan

- Developed and administrated surveys to consumers and distributors

- Collected and interpreted data from salespeople.

2002-2004, Sales Department Assistant,

Polonia Chemicals, Inc., Clare, Michigan

- Prepared scheduling of products-Presented firm at trade

Education:

B.S., Central Michigan University, 2002

Marketing major

b). Write a resume.

Exercise 2. Comment the following statements:

1. Some people prefer to have a dangerous but well-paid job, others think that it is better to have safe but less paid-job. What do you think about it? Give your reasons.

2. The most popular professions nowadays are the professions of a lawyer, a bookkeeper, a journalist. What’s your opinion? What professions are the best from your point of view? Give your reasons.

It’s important for the resume to be good looking – Важно, чтоб резюме было аккуратно оформлено

He spoke loudly for them (for people) to hear him – Он говорил громко, чтобы они (люди) его слышали.

It is necessary for us to do this work in time – Нам необходимо сделать эту работу вовремя.

He is fit to do the job – Он сможет сделать эту работу. (Он подходит для выполнения этой работы.)

Doesn’t it sound fantastic? – Разве это не великолепно?

It’s worth the expense – Это стоило понесенных расходов.

So do I/ Neither (Nor) do I – И я тоже. (после утвердительного/после отрицательного)

As for as long as memory can stretch – И сколько люди помнят

He is about to graduate – Он скоро заканчивает университет

Exercise 1. Translate into English using for + smb + to do.

1. Вам необходимо быть здесь завтра в 5 часов.

2. Ему легко это сделать.

3 Нам трудно сделать эту работу в такой короткий срок.

4. Для вас важно написать хорошее резюме.

5. Для вас важно правильно оценить свои возможности.

6. Вам нужно решить, какую карьеру выбрать для себя.

7. Вам нужно вызвать к себе интерес работодателя.

8. Вам необходимо получить интервью.

Exercise 2. Translate into Russian.

1. He is fit to do the job.

2. None of the applicants fitted our requirements.

3. The equipment is not fit to install.

4. My education is unfit to fulfill this job.

5. And for as long as memory can stretch our students try to find jobs when they are about to graduate.

6. Doesn’t it sound fantastic to be trained at such a well known firm!

7. This job is worth the efforts.

Exercise 3. Imagine that you are talking to your friend. You have the same ideas, tastes, circumstances etc. as your friend. Use So... or Neither....

Example: - I'm very busy. - So am I.

- I don't like the boss. - Neither do I.

1. I don't feel good about the job.

2. I can't decide what job to look for.

3. I can't decide what career to pursue.

4. I'm not ready to start working.

5. I wrote a good resume..

6. I've got an interview.

7. I've found a good job.

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