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Unit 3 Job InterviewKey to Part II Reading TaskContent Questions:Pair Work:1.He runs a manufacturing company.2.Almost all of them were no.3.This applicant was ill prepared for the job he was applying for and therefore ill qualified.4.Prepare to win.5.They now have to switch jobs frequently.6. A 90-year-old player who wanted to work on his weakness – backhand court.7.Believe in yourself, even when no one else does.8.Because he will mention a cab driver who is different.9.His efforts to make a difference.10.He was offered a ride on a day when Minnesota was hit with one of the worst snowstormsin years and the international airport there was closed for the first time in decades.11.Because there were no tracks left in the snow, which means he was the first person to takeoff from there.12.Carlson was excited about being first, which is exactly what the writer recommends to jobapplicants.Text Organization:1.Part One. Paras. 1-6: An ill-prepared college graduate failed his interview.Part Two. Paras 7-27: Four pieces of advice on being a successful interviewee.Part Three. Paras 28-31: Make your own tracks in whatever you do.2. Suggestions Examples1) Prepare to win 1) Michael Jordan2) Never stop learning 2) a 90-year-old tennis player3) Believe in yourself, even when 3) the four-minute mile, the New YorkNo one else does. Marathon and the Vietnam veteran4) Find a way to make a difference 4) a New York cabdriverLanguage Sense Enhancement:(1) checked with (2) interview (3) grill (4) clippings(5) be right for (6) follow up (7) indicating (8) hand-delivered(9) prepared (10) prospectiveVocabulary:I.1. Fill in the gaps with words or phrases given in the box. Change the form where necessary.1) rude 2) physically 3) structure 4) made a difference5) blurted (out) 6) chuckling 7) measurable 8) prospective9) preparations 10) sparkled 11) took a crack at 12) partner2. Use the verb in the brackets to form an appropriate phrasal verb you have learned and complete the sentence with it.1) go after 2) look back on/at 3) be put up 4) stood for5) build in 6) follow up 7) be hooked up to 8) closed up3. Rewrite each sentence with the word or phrase in the brackets, keeping the same meaning.1) grilled her about where she had been all night.2) beyond Cinderella’s wildest dreams that she could one day dance in the King’s palace.3) will be in readers’ hands soon4) do your homework before going on an interview5) was in the neighborhood of 150 dollars4. Complete the sentences, using the words or phrases in brackets.1) applicants; veteran; the prospective2) From his standpoint; has made every endeavor to go after3) as the saying goes; to have a crack at; barelyII. Words with Multiple Meanings1.behave2.keep (used to avoid repetition)3.clean4.get along5.perform/complete6.perform/complete7.study8.be enough9.be acceptableIII. Usage:1.There is so much to say and it is hard to know where to begin. OK,I’ll talk about myself first.2.Thank you very much, John, for your beautiful Christmas card. By the way, I have somethinghere for you.3.The new computer language can be quite easily understood by anyone who can read the dailynewspaper. Now, why is this an advantage?4.I’m going to work out the outline and will let you know how it goes. By the way, I will see youin February, as I plan to attend your seminar in Shanghai.5.OK, you got the job. Now, how to maximize your profits with as little effort as possible?6.Chris is back from Australia. Incidentally, those pictures you sent me are wonderful. Comprehensive Exercises:I. Cloze.1. Text-related:(1) prospective (2) As I see it (3) done your homework (4) beforehand(5) endeavor (6) structure (7) partners (8) Respond(9) take a crack (10) from the standpoint (11) make a difference(12) follow up1. Theme-related:(1) encouraging (2) inquiry (3) relevant (4) samples (5) references(6) advice (7) preparing (8) seriously (9) probably (10) exhibitII. Translation:1. Translate the sentences into English.1) Despite the inadequate length of the airstrip in this emergency landing, the veteran pilot managed to stop the plane after taxiing for only a short while.2) Grilled by the reporters, the movie star eventually blurted (out) that she had undergone two plastic surgeries.3) We have the technology and our partner has the capital. Working together, we’ll have the future in our hands.4) If I had know beforehand that you would bring some many friends home, I would have made better preparations. You see, I have barely enough food and drinks for a snack.5) People gave generously upon learning that new school rooms with stronger structures were to be built in the earthquake-stricken area.2. Translate the passage into English.Well begun, half done, as the saying goes. It is extremely important for a job applicant to do his homework while seeking employment. From my standpoint, whether or not one has done his homework clearly makes a difference in his chance of success.I have a friend who is earning somewhere in the neighborhood of 100,000 dollars a year in a large computer software company. He told me that from his own experience the decision makers who interview prospective employees like people who are well prepared. Those who make no endeavor to learn as much about his prospective employer as possible don’t have much of a chance of success.。

u n i t3--j o b-i n t e r v i e w-g e t-t h e-j o b-y o u-w a n t--双语-汉语翻译Get the Job You Want'Harvey Mackay,who runs his own company, often interviews applicants for jobs. Here he lets us into the secret of what qualities an employer is looking for, and gives four tips on what can help you to stand out from the crowd.Get the Job You Want'Mackay B. Harvey1 I run a manufacturing company with about 350 employees, and I often do the interviewing and hiring myself .I like talking to potential salespeople, because they re our link to customers. college graduate came into my office not2 When a recent college graduate came to my office not too long ago looking for a sales job, I asked him what he had done to prepare for the interview. He said he'd read some- thing about us somewhere.3 Had he called anyone at Mackay Envelope Corporation to find out more about us? No. Had he called our suppliers? Our customers? No.4 Had he checked with his university to see if there were any graduates working at Mackay whom he could interview? Had he asked any friends to grill him in a mock interview?Did he go to the library to find newspaper clippings on us?参考译文: 自己经营公司的哈维麦凯经常对求职者进行面试。

Get the Job You Want'Harvey Mackay,who runs his own company, often interviews applicants for jobs. Here he lets us into the secret of what qualities an employer is looking for, and gives four tips on what can help you to stand out from the crowd.Get the Job You Want'Mackay B. Harvey1 I run a manufacturing company with about 350 employees, and I often do the interviewing and hiring myself .I like talking to potential salespeople, because they re our link to customers. college graduate came into my office not2 When a recent college graduate came to my office not too long ago looking for a sales job, I asked him what he had done to prepare for the interview. He said he'd read some- thing about us somewhere.3 Had he called anyone at Mackay Envelope Corporation to find out more about us? No. Had he called our suppliers? Our customers? No.4 Had he checked with his university to see if there were any graduates working at Mackay whom he could interview? Had he asked any friends to grill him in a mock interview?Did he go to the library to find newspaper clippings on us? 参考译文:自己经营公司的哈维麦凯经常对求职者进行面试。

Unit 3 Why Did You Choose Our Company?第一课时一、用英语写出下列单词和词组1. 发表讲话2. 电话面试3. 新兴公司4. 找工作5. 心理健康6. 老牌企业7. 前途8. 为……做贡献9. 薪水10. 归结为二、补全对话A: Well, 1. _______________________________. Can you introduce yourself?B: Of course. I am Li Ming. I graduate from ABC University. 2. ________________________ A: Do you have any related work experience?B: 3. ____________________ I find this internship very rewarding and useful.A: Great, why did you choose our company?B: There are many different reasons. 4. ________________________A: What makes you stand out from other candidates?B: I think the most valued quality of an employee is the sense of responsibility. I am a very reliable person. 5. ________________________________三、连词成句1. I, glad, you, to, very, talk, to, job-hunting, am, about (.)___________________________________________________________________________2.it, invited, an, to, be, for, this, is, honour, interview (.)___________________________________________________________________________3.let, move, us, on, the, question, next, to (.)___________________________________________________________________________4.development, personal, for, are, essential, also, prospects (.)___________________________________________________________________________5.from, what, can, candidates, the, distinguish, you, the, rest, factors, of (?)___________________________________________________________________________四、名人名言第二课时一、词义配对1. position A. having or needing a lot of energy and enthusiasm2. value B. a document that summarizes a job seeker’s qualifications3. energetic C. to be attached to an email4. resume D. a job in a company or organization5. enclosed E. to think something is important and appreciate it二、单项选择1. Thanks for coming to the interview.A. I am glad to be invited.B. You are welcome.C. That’s fine.2. Can you introduce yourself?A. I think drawing is interesting.B. I am an English major graduating from ABC University.C. I’ve been to Hangzhou.3. Please tell me about your work experience.A. I had a one-year-long internship.B. I am good at Excel.C. I am fluent in French.4. _______________ is very important for a job interview.A. Being confidentB. ConfidentC. Be confident5. Do you prefer the online interview ____ the face-to-face interview?A. inB. onC.to6. Don’t __________ about privacy during an interview.A. talkingB. to talkC. talk7. I enjoy __________ part of a team and __________ together to achieve a common goal.A. being; workingB. be; workC. to be; to work8. Please ___________ the meeting at 3 o’clock on Thursday.A. joinB. take part inC. attend9. Enclosed _______ this email is my reference letter.A. withB. toC. about10. —What should I wear in an interview?—__________ will do.A.A T-shirtB. A suitC. A bathing suit三、完形填空An important thing to do for interview preparation is to 1 the job description. When you do it, consider what the company is looking for in a 2 . Make a 3 of the skills, knowledge and qualities that are important for a 4 interview. In addition, create a list of your strengths 5 skills, qualities, experiences and abilities. You can 6 some of these strengths when you explain to the employer why you are an excellent 7 for the job. Also, think of your 8 work experience that shows you have these qualities. In this way, if the 9 asks you to describe a time when you 10 a particular skill or ability, you will be ready.1.A. analyze B. persuade C. change D. think2.A. employer B. candidate C. choice D. result3. A. room B. range C. table D. list4. A. successful B. average C. normal D. special5. A. include B. including C. includes D. included6. A. bring up B. look up C. speak up D. make up7. A. choice B. outcome C. decision D. people8. A. present B. past C. future D. important9. A. interviewer B. interviewee C. boss D. candidate10. A. explained B. saw C. showed D. bought四、将下列句子翻译成中文1. I will graduate from school this May._______________________________________________________________________2. I would like to apply for the position of manager._______________________________________________________________________3. I would value the opportunity to work in such an excellent company._______________________________________________________________________3.This position appeals to me because it combines a wide range of management skills._______________________________________________________________________4.I would appreciate it if you could consider my application._______________________________________________________________________第三课时一、圈出与求职应聘相关的八个单词和词组二、选词并用适当形式完成对话A: Hello, this is Sam from the HR Department. Glad to see you in this job interview.B: It is my 1）to be 2) . Nice to meet you.A: Let’s get down to business. As we know, you are 3) for the position of secretary. B: Yes, this is my ideal position.A: What does it takes to 4) for this job?B: It 5) hard work and commitment to details.A: Have you 6) as secretary before?B: No, but I worked as a(n) 7) in a shoe company as a shop assistant.A: What’s your 8) of your salary?B: Salary is not my top concern. What 9) is to learn and gain.A: When are you available for work if you are 10) ?B: Monday till Friday is fine for me.三、按照要求改写句子1. I am a vocational school student majoring in business management. (用定语从句)2. The training package and prospects impress me most. (用被动语态)3.I gained some work experience. I learned some management skills. (用连词合并句子)4.I expect your reply. (用look forward to)5. To gain work experience, I once worked as an intern. (用in order to)四、阅读理解1. What’s the name of the company?2. What is the date of the job fair?3. Can you go to the job fair at 6 pm?4. How much can you get per hour if you start the job?5. Where can you get more information?第四课时一、搭配短语1. on A. enthusiasm2. professional B. time3. top C. wits4. quick D. performer5. lifelong E. manner二、将下列中文翻译成英文1. 衣着体面2. 渴望3. 自我驱动4. 完成任务5. 热爱6. 紧急情况7. 可靠性8. 忠诚三、改写句子1. Top performers are people who have lifelong enthusiasm.Top performers are people ________ ________ ________.panies long for employees rising to the occasion.Companies long for employees ________ ________ to the occasion.3.A brilliant employee can complete the task even in emergency.A brilliant employee ________ ________ ________ complete the task even in emergency.四、补全短文Today I’d like to talk about job-hunting.1. __________ After graduation, most of us need to find a job. Here are a few tips you can use to get ready.First, you need to think about what kind of company you want to work for. 2. _______ Second, it is necessary to list all the factors you care about. 3. __________ Thirdly, once you have decided upon your target firm, please do a background research about it. 4. _________ Finally, dress properly for the interview. 5. ______ Use your clothes to show that you are very neat and professional.五、阅读理解AGetting promoted will earn you a higher salary, help you take a more important role, and give you a sense of achievement. Performance, experience and skills are important for promotion. Here are several other ways for you to move up the professional ladder.First, you need to think about what value you can provide to your company. It is important to add value to your employer. It is one of the best ways to get promoted. To make yourself morevaluable, you can improve your skills and seek more opportunities.Second, take a closer look at some people who get promoted fast, and learn from their experience and personality. Some people get promoted because they have good social skills and others get promoted because they are good team players.Finally, you need to be noticed if you want to get a promotion. Although working hard is important, your efforts will not count if you never let others see what you have done. You can look for opportunities where you can show your abilities, and you can also get involved in company-wide projects that are important.判断正误(T/F)( ) 1. You will get a salary raise if you get promoted.( ) 2. Working hard is the only important thing for promotion.( ) 3. Only people with good social skills can get promoted.( ) 4. You can make yourself more valuable by improving your skills.( ) 5. If you show your abilities, your boss will be jealous of you.BAccording to the report of the Labor Department, in the US, 20.5 million jobs were cut in April as the coronavirus pandemic（流行病）hit the economy. The unemployment rate rose to 14.7%—the highest since World War II.The leisure and hospitality sector lost 7.7 million jobs, including 5.5 million in restaurants and bars. Retail（零售）and health care each lost about 2 million jobs. In terms of different population groups, the unemployment rate increased about 10 percentage points each.The so-called real unemployment rate, which includes those not looking for jobs and the underemployed, soared to 22.8% in April, government statistics show.根据文段结构完成思维导图参考答案Unit 3第一课时一、用英语写出下列单词和词组1. make a speech2. telephone interview3. start-up4. job-hunting5. mental health6. established firm7. prospects8. contribute to/make contributions to 9. salary10. boil down to二、补全对话1. B2. E3. D4. C5. A三、连词成句1. I am very glad to talk to you about job-hunting.2. It is an honour to be invited for this interview.3. Let us move on to the next question.4. Prospects for personal development are also essential.5. What factors can distinguish you from the rest of the candidates?第二课时一、词义配对1. D2. E3. A4. B5. C二、单项选择1. A2. B3. A4. A5. C6. C7. A8. C9. A10. B三、完形填空1. A2. B3. D4. A5. B6. A7. A8. B9. A10. C四、将下列句子翻译成中文1. 我今年五月将要毕业。

全新版大学英语综合教程4Text A课后练习答案Unit One Fighting with the Forces of NaturePart II Text AII. More Synonyms in Context1) During the First World War, battles occurred here and there over vast areas. Some of themost dramatic fighting took place in the gloomy trenches of France and Belgium.2) Elizabeth made careful preparations for the interview and her efforts / homework paid off.3)1 spent hours trying to talk him into accepting the settlement, but he turned a deaf ear toall mywords.4)Pneumonia had severely weakened her body, and I wondered how her fragile body couldwithstand the harsh weather.III. Usage1)But often it is not until we fall ill that we finally learn to appreciate good health.2)A rich old lady lay dead at home for two weeks—and nobody knew anything about it.3)It's said he dropped dead from a heart attack when he was at work4)Don't sit too close to the fire to keep warm—you could easily get burned, especially if youfall asleep.5)In those days people believed in marrying young and having children early.6)Little Tom was unable to sit still for longer than a few minutes.Comprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze1. 1. invasion2. stand in the way3.conquest4. catching... off his guard5. launching6. declaration7. campaign8. drag on9. reckon with 10. bringing...to a halt2. 1. allow 2. reckoned3. highly4. forecasts5. rapidly6. instant7. delivery8. advantage9. observing 10. powerfulUnit Two Smart CarsVocabulary I.1. 1) expansion 2) automated 3) vapor 4) take control of5) hazards 6) satellite 7) vibrated 8) magnetic9) bunched 10) in the air 11) got/was stuck in 12) approximately2. 1) send out 2) stand up for 3) pass for 4) were closing in on5) starting up 6) went through 7) fill out 8 ) fall into3.1) … incorporates all the latest safety features2) …two trees ten feet apart3) … awarding lucrative contracts to his construction firm4) … the prototype of a new model before they set up a factory to make the cars.5) … are correlated in all rac ial groups4.1) the application, remote, has turned into a reality, are poised to2) that vibrate, can detect, frequency3) lanes, are mounted in, alert a, hazardII. Word FormationClipped Words:kilo kilogram memo memorandumgym gymnasium lib liberationdoc doctor vet veterinarianprep preparatory auto automobileflu influenzaBlends:Medicare medical care email electronic mailcomsat communications satellite newscast news broadcastskyjack sky hijack Eurodollar European dollarbrunch breakfast and lunch telecast television broadcastOxbridge Oxford and CambridgeIII. Usage1. swimming pool2. drawing board3. enriched Middle English4. disturbing change5. fully developed prototype6. Canned foods7. working population 8. puzzling differencesComprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze1. 1) computerized 2) start up 3) be poised to 4) alert 5)hazards6) monotonous 7) take control of 8) steer 9) lane 10) decrease11) calculate 12) eliminate 13) getting stuck in 14) mounted15) detect 16) vapor2. 1) generates 2) related 3) revolutionized 4) enabled5) opportunities 6) overall 7) manufacturing 8) dependent9) interact 10) fatalitiesII. Translation1. 1) There was an unusual quietness in the air, except for the sound of artillery in the distance.2) The expansion of urban areas in some African countries has been causing a significant fallin living standards and an increase in social problem.3) The research shows that atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are closely correlated withglobal temperatures.4) The frequency of the bus service has been improved from 15 to 12 minutes recently5) The diver stood on the edge of the diving board, poised to jump at the signal from thecoach.2. Automobiles have, since their invention, revolutionized transportation, changing forever the way people live, travel, and do business. On the other hand, they have brought hazards, especially highway fatalities. However, today the application of computer technology and electronic sensors in designing and manufacturing cars makes it possible to eliminate most of traffic accidents. For example, electronic sensors mounted in your car can detect alcohol vapor in the air and refuse to start up the engine. They can also monitor road conditions by receiving radio signals sent out from orbiting satellites and greatly reduce your chances of getting stuck in trafficjams.Unit 3 Job InterviewText OrganizationParagraphs Main IdeasParas1- 6 : An ill-prepared college graduate failed his interview.Paras 7-27: Four pieces of advice on being a successful interviewee.Paras 28-31 Make your own tracks in whatever you do.2. Suggestions1) Prepare to win. 2) Never stop learning.3) Believe in yourself, even when no one else does.4) Find a way to make a difference.Examples1) Michael Jordan 2) a 90-year-old tennis player3) the four-minute mile, the New York Marathon and the Vietnam veteran. 4) a New Yorkcabdriver.Language Sense Enhancement1. (1) checked with (2) interview (3) grill (4) clippings (5) be right for(6) follow up (7) indicating（8）hand-delivered (9) prepared(10) prospectiveVocabularyI.1. 1) rude 2) physically 3) structure 4) made a difference5) blurted (out) 6) chuckling 7) measurable 8) prospective9) preparations 10) sparkled 11) took a crack at 12) partner2. 1) go after 2) look back at/on 3) be put up 4) stood for5) build in 6) follow up 7) be hooked up to 8) closed up3. 1) grilled her about where she had been all night2) beyond Cinderel la’s wildest dreams that she could one day dance in the King’s palace3) will be in readers’ hands soon4) do your homework before going on an interview.5) was in the neighborhood of 150 dollars.4. 1）applicants, veteran, the prospective2）From his standpoint, has made every endeavor to go after3) as the saying goes, to have a crack at, barelyII. Words with Multiple Meanings1. behave2. used to avoid repetition3. Clean4. get along5. perform/complete6. perform/complete7. study 8. be enough 9. be acceptableIII. Usage1. There is so much to say and it is hard to know where to begin. OK, I’ll talk about myself first.2. Thank you very much, John, for your beautiful Christmas card. By the way, I have somethinghere for you.3. The new computer language can be quite easily understood by anyone who can read the dailynewspaper. Now, why is this an advantage?4. I’m going to work out the outline and will let you know how it goes. By the way, I will see youin February, as I plan to attend your seminar in Shanghai.5. OK, you got the job. Now, how to maximize your profits with as little effort as possible?6. Chris is back from Australia. Incidentally, those pictures you sent me are wonderful.Comprehensive ExercisesI. Cloze1. (1) prospective (2) As I see it (3) relevant (4) beforehand(5) endeavor (6) structure (7) partners (8) Respond(9) take a crack (10) from the standpoint(11) make a difference (12) follow up2. (1) encouraging (2) inquiry (3) done your homework(4) samples (5) references (6) advice(7) preparing (8) seriously (9) probably (10) exhibitII. Translation1. 1) Despite the inadequate length of the airstrip in this emergency landing, the veteran pilotmanaged to stop the plane after taxiing for only a short while.2) Grilled by the reporters, the movie star eventually blurted (out) that she had undergone twoplastic surgeries.3) We have the technology and our partner has the capital. Working together, we’ll have thefuture in our hands.4) If I had known beforehand that you would bring so many friends home, I would have madebetter preparations. You see, I have barely enough food and drinks for a snack.5) People gave generously upon learning that new school rooms with stronger structures wereto be built in the earthquake-stricken area.2. Well begun, half done, as the saying goes. It is extremely important for a job applicant to do his homework while seeking employment. From my standpoint, whether or not one has done his homework clearly makes a difference in his chance of success. I have a friend who is earning somewhere in the neighborhood of 100,000 dollars a years in a large computer software company. He told me that from his own experience the decision makers who interview prospective employees like people who are well prepared. Those who make no endeavor to learn as much about his prospective employer as possible don’t have much of a chance of success.。

Unit 3 Job Interview and WorkListening1. 教学重点考查学生识别、理解单词和词组与简单的事实性信息的能力。

2. 教学建议A 本部分主要包含五组发音相似的单词，每组的三个单词都包含相同的音节。

主要以此考察学生分辨音节的能力。

①做每组练习之前，教师可以让学生先快速浏览给出的五组单词，并建议学生默念单词。

提醒学生在放第一遍录音时选择正确的答案，在放第二遍录音时确认选择的答案。

②放第一遍录音，要求学生在放第一遍录音时选择正确的答案。

③放第二遍录音，要求学生在播放录音时再次确认选择的答案。

每组单词之间给出学生2~3秒钟的时间快速浏览下一题。

④教师核对答案，可以以提问的形式或自由回答的形式与学生互动，纠正错误，解决学生对答案的疑问。

注：第二遍录音可以根据学生的反馈以及学生的程度来决定是否播放。

B 本部分主要包含五个句子。

要求学生在播放录音的过程中填写句子中空缺的数字。

主要考察学生对数字的熟练程度。

①做练习之前，教师可以让学生先快速浏览每个句子，了解句子的的内容。

②放第一遍录音，要求学生在放第一遍录音时大概填写所听到的数字。

③放第二遍录音前，要求学生在录音播放过程中完成填空。

④教师核对答案，可以以提问的形式或自由回答的形式与学生互动，纠正错误，解决学生对答案的疑问。

C 本部分主要包含一段多个回合的简短对话。

要求学生在播放录音的过程中对所给问题做出回答。

主要考察学生对细节以及文章整体意思的把握。

①练习之前，教师可以让学生先快速浏览所列问题，让学生熟悉文章可能涉及的内容，并且提醒学生在放第一遍录音时了解对话的大体意思。

②放第一遍录音，要求学生在放第一遍录音时了解对话的大体意思。

③放第二遍录音前，提醒学生要在录音播放过程中完成对问题的回答。

④放第二遍录音，把对话的每个回合分别播放，每个回合之间给出适当的停顿，要求学生要在录音播放过程中填写对问题的回答。

⑤教师核对答案，可以以提问的形式或自由回答的形式与学生互动，纠正错误，解决学生对答案的疑问。