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Which word has the underlined part pronounced differently from that of the others?

1. A. college B. hobby C. process D. involve

2. A. charity B. apply C. study D. crazy

Which word has a different stress pattern from that of the others?

3. A. boarding B. mistake C. homework D. agile

4. A. family B. business C. timetable D. position

Choose the answer (A, B, C or D) that best fits the space in each question.

5. As per Motor Vehicle Act 1988, a valid ______ license is necessary to drive any motor vehicle on public

roads.

A. drive B. drove C. driving D. driven

6. This classroom is rather ______ because it is a floating classroom in Bangladesh.

A. comfortable B. historic C. unusual D. ordinary

7. ______ choosing the right career, it’s important to consider a career assessment test.

A. In order to B. In shape of C. In addition to D. In terms of

8. It is frustrating when students aren’t ______ progress despite supports.

A. putting B. making C. showing D. learning

9. When writing a cover letter to apply ______ a job, remember to include all requisite information clearly

and efficiently.

A. to B. in C. at D. for

10. Which one is correct?

A. This time next month we will be visiting Vatican City.

B. This time next month we will visit Vatican City.

C. This time next month we are going to visit Vatican City.

D. This time next month we will be able to visit Vatican City.

11. What will happen ______ you skip breakfast?

A. since B. although C. unless D. if

12. I highly recommend this book even though I ______ have never read it.

A. by myself B. myself C. on my own D. my own

13. Drivers ______ drive after drinking alcohol.

A. mustn’t B. can’t C. shouldn’t D. mightn’t

14. James: “We are going to Madrid tomorrow.” – John: “______”

A. Is it your sister’s wedding? B. I’ve got a football match tomorrow.

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C. I’m interested in travelling. D. Is it too late?

Read the following and do as directed.

Over the past few years, the world of work has been transformed as a result of digital and AI technologies.

This requires today’s workforce to learn new skills to adapt themselves to the continually changing

environment. What skills are necessary for students to be successful in competing with their counterparts in

the global labor markets?

According to McKinsey Global Institute, communication skills have become increasingly important in both

personal and professional life. From a business standpoint, good communication skills allow you to understand

receptive information quickly, synthesize messages effectively and avoid unwanted conflicts. In 2016, the

ability to communicate topped the list of the most sought-after soft skills among U.S. employers. What’s more,

mental flexibility will help students to remain competitive in the market. This term not only refers to the ability

to come up with original and unusual ideas, but also implies that learning is an ongoing process. For example,

what if your key volunteer for a charity event gets sick? With cognitive flexibility, you will be able to consider

all the options: either calling a backup volunteer or adjusting the event with the staff you currently have.

Finally, digital competence plays an important role in building your confidence in the workplace as technology

advances. Employment projections show that most newly emerging jobs will require digital skills. If you work

as a content creator, you may use online platforms to make entertaining or educational material that caters to

the interests of a specific audience.

True/False Questions:

15. With poor communication skills, you can avoid serious quarrels.

A. True B. False

16. Students should have the ability to keep learning new things.

A. True B. False

17. When problems occur, cognitive flexibility enables you to make some changes in the predetermined

plan.

A. True B. False

18. It is projected that …