Full name: …………………………………….. THE 5TH REGULAR TEST (111) D. The passenger-friendly companies have fare frauds.

Class: 12C13 Time allotted: 15 minutes 3. Why are taxis services tightening their belt?
A. To survive the time of fierceness B. To get compliments from their customers
Read the passage and choose the best answer for each of the following questions: C. To set up their hotlines D. To compete with their opponents
Competition normally brings about benefits for customers. An evident example of 4. Why do customers feel unhappy according to the 3rd paragraph?
this is the recent launches of Uber and Grab, online transportation networks allowing A. Uber and Grab services do not operate in peak hours and in wet weather.
consumers to submit a trip request with smartphones, and get the wanted ride. B. The fare of Uber and Grab taxi and motorbike rides is always very high.
Customers, as they claim, can now enjoy a relatively lower fare than riding C. The fare of Uber and Grab taxi and motorbike rides will usually increase in
conventional taxis. peak hours and in wet weather.
Since the availability of such services, there has been arguably a significant D. Uber and Grab taxi and motorbike rides are not always there where customers
change in the way customers get served by conventional taxis. Survey has shown that need them.
these transport companies have been rated to become more passenger-friendly and the 5. Why do many people prefer conventional taxi services?
reported number of fare frauds has dropped. This is thanks to the fact that hotlines A. Their fare is always cheaper than that of Uber and Grab.
have been set up and incoming calls for complaints are treated very seriously. Taxis B. They always work through the day and circumstances.
services are tightening their belt to survive the fierce competition. And this time of C. They will response to customers’ requests.
“necessity” appears to have made them grow more stably thanks to their own service D. Their fare is stable and the response to customers’ requests is quicker.
improvement. Choose the best answer for each of the following sentences:
With the increasingly widespread use of smartphones among even the seniors and 6. When I saw a young student, I remembered the time I had served my ……. like
“common” people, not just office workers, Uber and Grab taxis and motorbike rides him.
are becoming very popular. One of the contributing factors is the reasonably lower A. apprenticeship B. cooperation C. retirement D. career
fare. The selling point, however, is not always there as chances are that the fare will 7. Quizzes or basic skills tests are ……. to the elimination of irrelevant individuals.
typically be several times as expensive as the “normal” one in peak hours and in wet A. tailoring B. to tailor C. tailored D. tailor
weather. This “surcharge” makes many customers unhappy and consider other travel 8. The purpose of a CV is to …… that you have the necessary skills to do the job for
options. In such cases, many may want to resort to conventional transport services, which you are applying.
the fare of which remains stable during the day and circumstances. That is not to A. determine B. express C. demonstrate D. define
mention the tendency that their response to customers’ request is quicker as their 9. “Would you like to see me play in a football match?,” Tom said.
drivers know the area very well. A. Tom asked if I would like to see him in a football match.
1. What is the evident example of competition bringing about benefits for customers? B. Tom wanted to know if I would like to see him in a football match.
A. The recent launches of Uber and Grab, which help people use online C. Tom wondered if I would like to see him in a football match.
transportation network normally at better fare. D. Tom invited me to see him play in a football match.
B. The recent launches of Uber and Grab, which allow consumers to submit trip 10.“I won’t do this work under any circumstances,” the worker said.
request via smartphones. A. The worker promised to do that work.
C. The recent launches of Uber and Grab, which help consumers get the wanted B. The worker advised me to do that work.
ride with conventional taxis. C. The worker agreed to do that work.
D. The recent launches of Uber and Grab, which make customers use D. The worker refused to do that work.
smartphones. 11.Choose the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of
2. What is TRUE according to the 2nd passage? the others.
A. The way conventional taxis serve customers has changed dramatically. A. apprentice B. applicant C. relevant D. align
B. The passenger-friendly companies have dropped in rating scales. 12.Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others.
C. The passenger-friendly companies have been reported to commit fare frauds. A. shortlist B. unique C. colleague D. cluttered
13. Choose the words or phrase that has the closest meaning to the underlined
word(s).
Employers always want to recruit the best applicants.
A. make a formal application for a particular purpose
B. find new people to join a company
C. request a certificate for a position
D. join a company as an employee
14.“Go on, Susan! Apply for the job,” said the father.
A. The father invited Susan to apply for the job.
B. The father denied applying for the job.
C. The father encouraged Susan to apply for the job.
D. The father wanted Susan to apply for the job.
15.It is important that applicants put modesty aside and show ……… in their CV.
A. self-confidence B. self-control C. self-determination D. self-discipline
16.Almost half of the ……. are perfectly suitable for the vacancy.
A. employees B. competitors C. candidates D. applicants
17.Many people believe that it would be easy to find an ……….. because many
companies want to recruit bright school graduates.
A. apprentice B. apprenticeship
C. apprenticing D. apprenticable
18.Choose the underlined part, either A, B, C, or D that needs correction.
If your CV looks cluttered and (A) confused, the personnel manager (B) is going
to think that you will be (C) a cluttered and (D) confused person.
19.A chef needs to be good ……. planning menus and instructing cooks.
A. for B. at C. with D. in
20.“I will take you to the airport in my car, Henry,” said Lee.
A. Henry offered to take Lee to the airport.
B. Lee offered to take Henry to the airport.
C. Henry advised Lee to go to the airport by car.
D. Lee asked Henry to take him to the airport by car.
Full name: …………………………………….. THE 5TH REGULAR TEST (444) 4. which should not be shown during your interview?
Class: 12C13 Time allotted: 15 minutes A. Punctuality B. A firm hand shaking
C. Being properly-dressed D. Weaknesses
Read the passage and choose the best answer for each of the following questions: 5. Which is not included in the writer’s advice?
Preparation is a key to a successful interview. Does the idea of going to a job A. You should not communicate with the interviewer after the interview.
interview make you feel a little nervous? Many people find that it is the hardest of the B. You should make the best impression in the interview
employing process. But it is not really true. The more you prepare and practice, the C. You should write a note to say thanks to the interviewer after the interview
more comfortable you will feel. You should find out as much as possible about the D. You should telephone the interviewer for any information after the interview
company before you go to the interview. Understand the products that they produce
and the services that they provide. It is also good to know who the customers are and Choose the best answer for each of the following sentences:
who the major competitors are. Practice makes perfect. It will also make you feel 6. You should ……. your résumé and covering letter so they are as close a match as
more confident and relaxed. So, practice your answers to the common questions. possible to the job.
Make a list of questions to ask, too. Almost all interviewers will ask if you have A. alter B. change C. direct D. tailor
questions. This is a great opportunity for you to show your keenness, enthusiasm, and 7. A CV is a concise document which summarizes your past, existing personal skills,
knowledge. proficiency and ………
Make a great impression. The interview is your chance to show that you are the A. qualifications B. experiences C. reputation D. feelings
best person for the job. Your application or résumé has already exhibited that you are 8. The little girl said to me: “ I’m sorry. I can’t take you up in the lift.”
qualified. Now it is up to you to show how your skills and experience match this A. The little girl invited to take me up in the lift.
position and this company. The employer will be looking and listening to determine if B. The little girl agreed with me by taking me up in the lift.
you a good fit. He/ She will be looking for a number of different qualities, in addition C. The little girl told me to take her up in the lift.
to the skills that you possess. To make the best impression, dress appropriately; D. The little girl refused to take me up in the lift.
express your strength; arrive early, by about 10-15 minutes; be enthusiastic; shake 9. “Give us a raise or we’ll go on a strike,” said the workers to the manager.
hands firmly; be an active listener; sit up straight and maintain eye contact; and ask A. The workers asked the manager for giving them a raise and threatened to go on
questions. a strike.
After the interview, follow up with a thank-you note. This is a chance for you B. The workers asked the manager to give them a raise and threatened to go on a
restate your interest and how you can benefit the company. Your best bet is to try to strike.
time it so that the note gets there before the hiring decision is made. You should also C. The workers wanted the manager of giving them a raise and advised to go on a
follow up with a phone call if you do not hear back from the employer within the strike.
specific time. D. The workers promised the manager to give them a raise and recommended him
1. The pronoun IT refers to ………. to go on a strike.
A. the job B. the interview 10.Choose the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from the rest
C. the interviewer D. the preparation of the others.
2. What does the writer advise you to practice? A. academic B. potential C. relevant D. recruit
A. Asking and answering questions relating to the job. 11.Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others.
B. Making products that the company produces. A. dealership B. personnel C. applicant D. covering
C. Providing services that the company serves. 12.After finishing the ……….., you will be recruited for a long-term contract.
D. Meeting some customers and competitors. A. apprentice B. apprenticeship C. apprenticing D.
3. You can show your qualifications in the ……. apprenticable
A. dressing style and punctuality B. competing with the competitors 13.Choose the word(s) that has the closest meaning to the underlined one(s).
C. résumé and letter of application D. eye contact with the interviewer
 Only the relevant applicants with suitable experience and qualifications are
recruited.
A. correct or suitable for a particular purpose
B. a certificate or a degree you get after a completing a course
C. very special D. full of details in an untidy ways
14.“I would like a cup of coffee, please,” Mr. Pike said to the waiter.
A. Mr. Pike ordered the waiter to bring him a cup of coffee.
B. Mr. Pike advised the waiter to drink a cup of coffee.
C. Mr. Pike warned the waiter not to drink a cup of coffee.
D. Mr. Pike invited the waiter to drink a cup of coffee.
15.“Don’t stay up late. You should go to bed early,” Peter told me.
A. Peter told me not to stay up late and promised to go to bed early.
B. Peter promised not to stay up late and told me to go to bed early.
C. Peter told me do not to stay up late and advised me to go to bed early.
D. Peter told me not to stay up late and advised me to go to bed early.
16.“I will bring you some food,” he said to me.
A. He invited me to eat some food. B. He offered to bring me some food.
C. He told me to bring some food. D. He advised me to bring some food.
17. Choose the underlined part, either A, B, C, or D that needs correction.
Mira (A) informed him that she (B) will need (C) another (D) 2 hours.
18.The new …… is usually confirmed after a period of probation.
A. employment B. employer C. employee D. employing
19.What should the applicant be aware ……. before the interview?
A. at B. of C. with D. to
20.You should review your …… history to determine how you can show evidence of
your qualifications.
A. academic B. probation C. apprenticeship D. covering
Full name: …………………………………….. THE 5TH REGULAR TEST (141)
Class: 12C13 Time allotted: 15 minutes
Read the passage and choose the best answer for each of the following questions:
No matter how we are or where we are from, we only have 24 hours each day to
get things done. Some people seem to make the most of their time, using it to achieve
their goals and dreams. Others feel that life is passing them by and they aren’t
accomplishing anything. If you are in the latter group, it is not too late to turn things
around. By implementing a few simple hacks, you can start getting better results very
quickly.
If you want to become more productive, it pays to learn about the Pareto principle
(which is also known as the 80-20 rule). It states that for most tasks, 80% of the
results we get come from 20% of the work we do. For example, 80% of the company
sales usually come from the 20% of the customers. Therefore, the trick is to focus
your efforts on the key 20% of actions that truly matter to greatly improve your
results.
In some cases, people may be busy from morning to night but still seem to get
nothing done. In this situation, the problem might be that clear goals haven’t been set.
To fix this, set some time aside to list the thigs you want to achieve in life. Then,
select the top 3 or 4 that you want to focus on for the next year. Look at your goals
every night before bedtime and ask yourself and ask yourself what are the next
actions to accomplish each day. Then, promise yourself that you will finish these
tasks no matter how busy you get. If possible try completing the task first thing in the
morning so you are assured of success.
Another common mistake regarding productivity is not considering our energy
levels. If we try to work around the clock, we will eventually get tired and quit.
Everyone needs time to sleep, eat, socialize with friends, and unwind from the stress
of the day. To make sure you don’t burn out, be sure to schedule some time for breaks
and fun activities into your schedule every day. Finally, no matter how difficult your
goals may seem, remember the old saying that “ a journey of a thousand miles begins
with a single step”.
1. which of the following sentence is TRUE?
A. everyone manages time the same way.
B. No one ever achieves all of their goals.
C. Everyone has the same time in a day.
D. No one has any spare time these days.
2. What is the Pareto principle?
A. Companies don’t need to hire more than 80 people.
B. A few important things produce most of the results.
C. You need to do lots of work to increase sales by 20%.
D. If you work hard 80% of the time, you can relax for 20%.
3. In order to achieve our goals, we should ……..
A. set as many goals as possible so that we can achieve some of them or at least
20%
B. eat a lot to burn enough energy for our daily activities
C. set the goals just before bedtime in order to remember them better
D. select the most important goals for each day and take the priority to achieve
them within the day
4. The word “this” in the 3rd paragraph refers to ……..
A. clear goals B. a lack of time
C. poor results D. failing at business
5. According to the passage, all of the following statements are true EXCEPT that
…..
A. some people let their time pass by without achieving anything
B. people have to work hard all the time to get the best achievements
C. the Pareto principle can greatly improves our results
D. we should have a balance between work, rest and socialization with friends
Choose the best answer for each of the following sentences:
6. You should ……. your résumé and covering letter so they are as close a match as
possible to the job.
A. alter B. change C. direct D. tailor
7. Many people believe that it would be easy to find an ……….. because many
companies want to recruit bright school graduates.
A. apprentice B. apprenticeship
C. apprenticing D. apprenticable
8. Choose the underlined part, either A, B, C, or D that needs correction.
If your CV looks cluttered and (A) confused, the personnel manager (B) is going
to think that you will be (C) a cluttered and (D) confused person.
9. “Don’t stay up late. You should go to bed early,” Peter told me.
A. Peter told me not to stay up late and promised to go to bed early.
B. Peter promised not to stay up late and told me to go to bed early.
C. Peter told me do not to stay up late and advised me to go to bed early.
D. Peter told me not to stay up late and advised me to go to bed early.
10.“I will bring you some food,” he said to me.
A. He invited me to eat some food. B. He offered to bring me some food.
C. He told me to bring some food. D. He advised me to bring some food.
11.Choose the word that has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of
the others.
A. apprentice B. applicant C. relevant D. align
12.Choose the word that has a different stress pattern from the others.
A. shortlist B. unique C. colleague D. cluttered
13.You should review your …… history to determine how you can show evidence of
your qualifications.
A. academic B. probation C. apprenticeship D. covering
14.“I will take you to the airport in my car, Henry,” said Lee.
A. Henry offered to take Lee to the airport.
B. Lee offered to take Henry to the airport.
C. Henry advised Lee to go to the airport by car.
D. Lee asked Henry to take him to the airport by car.
15.“Would you like to see me play in a football match?,” Tom said.
A. Tom asked if I would like to see him in a football match.
B. Tom wanted to know if I would like to see him in a football match.
C. Tom wondered if I would like to see him in a football match.
D. Tom invited me to see him play in a football match.
16.“I won’t do this work under any circumstances,” the worker said.
A. The worker promised to do that work.
B. The worker advised me to do that work.
C. The worker agreed to do that work.
D. The worker refused to do that work.
17.The new …… is usually confirmed after a period of probation.
A. employment B. employer C. employee D. employing
18.A chef needs to be good ……. planning menus and instructing cooks.
A. for B. at C. with D. in
19.When I saw a young student, I remembered the time I had served my ……. like
him.
A. apprenticeship B. cooperation C. retirement D. career
20.Quizzes or basic skills tests are ……. to the elimination of irrelevant individuals.
A. tailoring B. to tailor C. tailored D. tailor