Unit 12 - Đọc hiểu & Từ vựng: Career paths

3/3/2024 3:00:00 PM

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

Automation, digital platforms, and other innovations are changing the fundamental nature of work. All types of jobs are becoming more demanding, and individuals need to be knowledgeable to succeed in their careers. If laborers are not decisive and do not have an inquiring mind, they might become disconnected from the job market and have difficulties finding well-paid positions.

In the engineering professions, the number of software engineers is expected to increase due to the development of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analysis. Similarly, agricultural engineering will need to focus on sustainable practices by utilizing smart farming technologies and data analytics.

In the manufacturing and service sectors, assembly workers and garment workers may face unemployment as robots take over repetitive tasks. Cashiers may also experience a decline in traditional roles as self-checkout systems and mobile payments become more common. This change requires workers to take decisive action to learn new skills by exploring new job opportunities.

In the medical professions, surgeons will benefit from advancements in robotic surgery and telemedicine. They can enhance their hand-eye coordination through hands-on training with innovative surgical tools and simulations.

The word "demanding" in the first paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to _____.

  • serious
  • extreme
  • determined
  • challenging

The word "they" in the first paragraph refers to _____.

  • laborers
  • positions
  • difficulties
  • engineers

What will be the main focus of agricultural engineering in the future?

  • Chemical engineering
  • Solutions to climate change
  • Sustainable farming methods
  • Automatic systems

What is likely to happen to cashiers as technology advances?

  • They will switch to assembly work.
  • They will manage self-checkout systems.
  • They will be able to have flexible working hours.
  • They may see fewer job opportunities.

How can surgeons improve their hand-eye coordination?

  • By observing other surgeons
  • By attending conferences about robots
  • By practicing with modern surgical devices
  • By watching robotic surgeries

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Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

A good leader must be to guide their team effectively. (DECIDE)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

Working as a project manager can be because it involves coordinating multiple tasks. (DEMAND)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

The nature of the assembly line work made it boring after a few hours. (REPETITION)

Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.

She is a chef who can prepare dishes from many different cuisines. (KNOWLEDGE)

Drag and drop to complete the sentences.

1. Choosing the right involves considering your interests, skills, and long-term goals

2. A writes and tests code to improve the functionality of computer systems.

3. Children develop through activities such as playing with building blocks.

4. A spends their day sewing different parts of clothing together.

5. Students who study learn about crop production and soil management.

The course includes _____ activities, which allow students to practice what they learn in real situations.

  • remote
  • theoretical
  • digital
  • hands-on

Many engineers seek _____ jobs because their work requires many specialized skills. 

  • temporary
  • part-time
  • well-paid
  • casual

Students with an _____ attitude are likely to seek knowledge and discover new things.

  • indifferent
  • impatient
  • inquiring
  • abstract

To become a _____, you need to study medicine and develop precise skills for surgery.

  • scientist
  • surgeon
  • mechanic
  • journalist

Each _____ must complete their tasks efficiently to keep the production line running smoothly.

  • software engineer
  • bartender
  • assembly worker
  • advisor