Giai bai tap Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the,correct answer to each of the questions.,JOINING THE WORKFORCE,The world of work has been undergoing dramatic changes. Step by step, robots are taking over manual,jobs that used to be done by semi-skilled workers. Al assistants in the forms of holograms have been on,trial at Changi Airport and Boston Airport. Their performance as perfectly efficient check-in staff has,amazed users. Certain restaurants in South Korea have introduced tablets for self-order and have even,made use of maid robots in place of waiters and 10 waitresses. Getting a secure job or a career can't have,been more challenging.,On leaving school, 18-year-olds are faced with one of the toughest decisions of their life: career choice.,Which to pursue requires sensible decision basing on their in-depth self-understanding. Guidance from,school counsellors and parents together with insights into their potentials from character tests will,empower them to make informed decisions. It is also worth noticing that, in this ever-advancing world,,school-leavers need to be well-prepared for changes and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.,However bewildering career choice may be, it is no more than the beginning of a person's career. To,further it, they have no alternative but to become better day by day. In essence, career development is a,continual and lifelong process in which they need to specify their goals, boost their own confidence,,improve communication skills, and expand personal networking. Actually, university graduation,simply celebrates the completion of adults' mainstream education, signifving their non-stop self-,improvement.,Of all the qualities, a person's flexibility will work in this full-of-changes world. Flexibility manifests,itself in professional agility, problem-solving skills, change management and innovative thinking. As,long as they are not set in their way of thinking, they can easily get a task done.,AI has been replacing certain blue-collar workers, but it can never establish a role in a field that has 40,something to do with emotional intelligence (EQ). Automated learning machines can repeatedly lecture a,subject, but they can never become an inspiring story for students. Robots in hospitals can accurately,perform operations, but at no time can they comfort the lonely and suffering patients like a gentle nurse.,Technology has taken mankind to a world of constant change. School-leavers are expected to improve,themselves and own the right skills to meet the social demands.,(Adapted from Friends Global),Question 17. Which of the following is NOT TRUE about the challenges faced by school-leavers?,A. They need to make informed career decisions based on self-understanding.,B. They need to develop flexibility and adaptability.,C. They should avoid seeking guidance from parents or counselors.,D. They must be prepared for constant changes in the workforce.,Question 18. Which of the following is NOT MENTIONED as a necessary skill for career success?,A. Physical strength B. Adaptability,C. Social networking D. Problem-solving skills,Question 19. Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 4?,A. People should stop learning after getting their first job.,B. Career success is based solely on university degrees.,C. Career development is a lifelong process requiring constant growth.,D. Although career choices are difficult, self-improvement is key to success.,Question 20. The word they in paragraph 3 refers to _____.,A. school-leavers B. parents C. robots D. teachers,Question 21. In which paragraph does the writer mention the impact of AI on blue-collar jobs?,A. Paragraph 3 B. Paragraph 4 C. Paragraph 2 D. Paragraph 5,Question 22. The word dramatic in paragraph 1 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _____.,A. significant B. gradual C. major D. extreme,Question 23. In which paragraph does the writer emphasize the value of being adaptable in career,development?,A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 4 D. Paragraph 3,Mã đề 104 Page 3/6

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17. C. They should avoid seeking guidance from parents or counselors.

18. A. Physical strength

19. D. Although career choices are difficult, self-improvement is key to success.

20. A. school-leavers

21. D. Paragraph 5

22. B. gradual

23. D. Paragraph 3