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Unit Test 8 1 PDF
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Unit Test 8
Answer all thirty questions. There is one mark per question.
VOCABULARY: EMPLOYING THE RIGHT PEOPLE
1 Complete the text with the missing words. The beginning of each word is given.
The recruitment process usually begins when the employer advertises a (1) vacancy_ or a new
post – sometimes both inside and outside the company. Once they have received all the (2)
applications form_, they study and discuss them in order to select those which meet their
requirements. Next, they will assemble an interview (3) psychometric test_ and call the few
candidates they have (4) shortlist_ to an interview. The employer will also need to check (5)
references_ either before or after the interviewing stage. Finally, the employer will make a job
(6) objective_ to the successful candidate, who then starts work, sometimes after a (7)
probationary_ period of three or six months. In many companies, the new recruit will attend
induction sessions or be given a mentor who is responsible for (8) train_ new staff. After that,
the recruit can be offered a (9) provisional _ post.
2 Choose the correct words from the box to complete the definitions.
adaptable / ambitious / authoritative / enthusiastic / methodical / reliable
13 If you are _enthusiastic_, you feel or show a lot of interest and excitement about
things.
15 If you are _ambitious_, you are determined to be very successful in your career.
1
We can’t afford to give everyone a bonus.
18 I’m not sure, but I think there is a problem with the redundancy arrangements. (seem)
22 Attach the references they requested – don’t forget, will you? (remember)
2
A: Well, first of all, am I still in time to apply? I was away for almost a week and I only saw the
advert this morning. So, I was thinking, maybe I’ve missed the deadline…
B: No, (28) _ don’t worry _, you’re not too late. In fact, the closing date for application is this
Friday, but you can complete the application form online.
A: That’s great. I’ll complete it right away and e-mail it to you later today.
A: Erm, there’s just one more thing I’d like to check. When is the successful candidate expected
to start?
A: That sounds good. Well, (30) _ I think that’s all _ I needed to know. Thank you very much
for your help.
A: Thank you.