Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

How the Generation Gap Plays Out in the Workplace

As a recruiter, I am in constant communication with executive clients and HR colleagues. I regularly (7) ________ on candidates I’ve placed, to see how they are getting on in their new roles. Here are some of the important generational differences I see that can lead to potential (8) ________ if not properly understood: 

Communication styles

• The young generation is more (9) ________, quick to offer constructive criticism, individualistic, with a more casual approach.

• Gen X values hard work and long hours, a/k/a ‘The Grind’ – they are more skeptical, formal, and uncompromising.

Leadership styles

• The young generation is extremely open-mindeD. They resist micromanagement, and resent pressure. (10) ________ factor that sets them apart is their emphasis on work-life balance.

• (11) ________, their Generation X supervisors, on the other hand, are intensely focussed on the organisational processes that brought the company success; they tend to prioritise (12) ________ and the bottom line.

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

How the Generation Gap Plays Out in the Workplace

As a recruiter, I am in constant communication with executive clients and HR colleagues. I regularly (7) ________ on candidates I’ve placed, to see how they are getting on in their new roles. Here are some of the important generational differences I see that can lead to potential (8) ________ if not properly understood: 

Communication styles

• The young generation is more (9) ________, quick to offer constructive criticism, individualistic, with a more casual approach.

• Gen X values hard work and long hours, a/k/a ‘The Grind’ – they are more skeptical, formal, and uncompromising.

Leadership styles

• The young generation is extremely open-mindeD. They resist micromanagement, and resent pressure. (10) ________ factor that sets them apart is their emphasis on work-life balance.

• (11) ________, their Generation X supervisors, on the other hand, are intensely focussed on the organisational processes that brought the company success; they tend to prioritise (12) ________ and the bottom line.

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

How the Generation Gap Plays Out in the Workplace

As a recruiter, I am in constant communication with executive clients and HR colleagues. I regularly (7) ________ on candidates I’ve placed, to see how they are getting on in their new roles. Here are some of the important generational differences I see that can lead to potential (8) ________ if not properly understood: 

Communication styles

• The young generation is more (9) ________, quick to offer constructive criticism, individualistic, with a more casual approach.

• Gen X values hard work and long hours, a/k/a ‘The Grind’ – they are more skeptical, formal, and uncompromising.

Leadership styles

• The young generation is extremely open-mindeD. They resist micromanagement, and resent pressure. (10) ________ factor that sets them apart is their emphasis on work-life balance.

• (11) ________, their Generation X supervisors, on the other hand, are intensely focussed on the organisational processes that brought the company success; they tend to prioritise (12) ________ and the bottom line.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

a. Anna: I’ve been busy with work and studies, but doing well. How about you?

b. Nick: I started a new project. It’s keeping me busy, but it’s rewarding.

c. Nick: Hey! It’s been a while. How have you been?

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

a. Ann: Absolutely! I’ve been looking forward to it all month. Do you know what activities they have there?

b. John: Yes, they have huge water slides, a lazy river, and even a wave pool! I can’t wait to try them all.

c. John: Hey! Are you excited about the water park trip this weekend?

d. Ann: That sounds so fun! I’m definitely going to start with the biggest slide. What about you?

e. John: I think I’ll try the lazy river first; it sounds relaxing. Then we can go on the slides together!

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

Dear Mai,

a. It’s fantastic that you’re interested in supporting environmental projects! 

b. Thank you for considering this opportunity.

c. With your involvement, we believe we can make a real impact on protecting our environment. 

d. We’re launching "Green Future" to promote eco-friendly practices and organize community clean-ups. 

e. We’d love to have you join us in making a difference and inspiring others to do the same.

Warm regards,

Nick

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

a. It is voluntary, but often requires lots of self-discipline and motivation to continue. 

b. These days, it has become easier than ever to learn new skills and improve your professional, personal, and social life thanks to new technology. 

c. "Lifelong learning" means continuing to acquire new knowledge and skills throughout your life. 

d. As a result, individuals can adapt more readily to changing job markets and enhance their overall quality of life.

e. It can occur in many ways, for example, by joining a local course, taking virtual lessons online, or reading books. 

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

a. Despite the political turmoil in the world today, we can all agree that life isn’t always perfect. 

b. We face hardships to become stronger, recognize our strengths, and appreciate life's beauty. 

c. However, pushing through difficult times is not always easy.

d. Regardless of how much money we make, how many friends we have, or how great our jobs are, everyone experiences ups and downs. Life is life. 

e. Recently, my social media feeds have been overwhelmed with negative and depressing news, particularly regarding politics. 

f. I wonder if you feel the same way; it's hard to escape it. 

Read the following passage about online learning and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.

           Virtual assistants, AI-powered software applications, (18) ________. These tools experienced significant growth and gained widespread popularity in 2020. Designed to understand spoken or typed language, they represent (19) ________. Unlike basic software programs, virtual assistants can interact naturally with users, making them useful across various fields, from customer support to productivity enhancement.

           Powered by natural language processing (NLP), (20) ________. They analyze and interpret user inputs to provide relevant responses or perform tasks, learning and adapting based on user behavior over time. Thus, virtual assistants (21) ________ and continuously enhance the accuracy of their responses, are becoming increasingly significant on a global scale. Despite their benefits, these systems also have limitations, particularly in their responses to complex queries or emotionally sensitive topics, as they lack true human understanding.

           Recognizing these limitations, (22) ________. Many developers are focused on refining AI interactions to be more accurate and ethically sounD. As technology progresses, the integration of AI tools into human workflows is expected to become increasingly seamless. Virtual assistants may soon become even more integral to daily life, assisting with a broader range of personal and professional needs.

Read the following passage about online learning and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.

           Virtual assistants, AI-powered software applications, (18) ________. These tools experienced significant growth and gained widespread popularity in 2020. Designed to understand spoken or typed language, they represent (19) ________. Unlike basic software programs, virtual assistants can interact naturally with users, making them useful across various fields, from customer support to productivity enhancement.

           Powered by natural language processing (NLP), (20) ________. They analyze and interpret user inputs to provide relevant responses or perform tasks, learning and adapting based on user behavior over time. Thus, virtual assistants (21) ________ and continuously enhance the accuracy of their responses, are becoming increasingly significant on a global scale. Despite their benefits, these systems also have limitations, particularly in their responses to complex queries or emotionally sensitive topics, as they lack true human understanding.

           Recognizing these limitations, (22) ________. Many developers are focused on refining AI interactions to be more accurate and ethically sounD. As technology progresses, the integration of AI tools into human workflows is expected to become increasingly seamless. Virtual assistants may soon become even more integral to daily life, assisting with a broader range of personal and professional needs.

Read the following passage about online learning and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.

           Virtual assistants, AI-powered software applications, (18) ________. These tools experienced significant growth and gained widespread popularity in 2020. Designed to understand spoken or typed language, they represent (19) ________. Unlike basic software programs, virtual assistants can interact naturally with users, making them useful across various fields, from customer support to productivity enhancement.

           Powered by natural language processing (NLP), (20) ________. They analyze and interpret user inputs to provide relevant responses or perform tasks, learning and adapting based on user behavior over time. Thus, virtual assistants (21) ________ and continuously enhance the accuracy of their responses, are becoming increasingly significant on a global scale. Despite their benefits, these systems also have limitations, particularly in their responses to complex queries or emotionally sensitive topics, as they lack true human understanding.

           Recognizing these limitations, (22) ________. Many developers are focused on refining AI interactions to be more accurate and ethically sounD. As technology progresses, the integration of AI tools into human workflows is expected to become increasingly seamless. Virtual assistants may soon become even more integral to daily life, assisting with a broader range of personal and professional needs.