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As he lived in a small town outside the city, he had to commute every day.
take a bus to work
take a lift to work
drive to work
travel a long way to and from work
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The atmosphere at work was so bad that Brian eventually decided to hand in his notice.
notify the boss
apply for another job
give up his job
be given a better job
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My boss has a reputation for being such a slave-driver!
working overtime
being slave to work
working excessively hard
making his staff work too hard
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There are excellent prospects for promotion, and you'll know you're doing something to benefit society.
opportunities
likelihoods
futures
potentials
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We want to recruit the brightest and the best. If you think you fit the bill, fill in an application form today.
are able to pay the bill
are suitable
are of the right size
are excellent
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I am available for an interview all afternoons, except on Tuesday because I am doing a computer course to improve my typing skills.
willing
free
impatient
longing
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Finally, Amy decided to quit her job as she couldn't stand doing the same things days in days out. It's so monotonous!
easy
low-paid
tedious
secure
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Lucy has just finished her A levels and she has got a place at university, but she would really like a break from the academic world. Therefore, she decides to take a gap year and travel around the world!
a year off
a year out
a year away
a year's trip
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The experience from an adventurous expedition to a rainforest will broaden your horizons and teach you new skills.
expand your range of interests and knowledge
widen your eyes
open your views
be an eye-opener
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I consider myself to be trustworthy, responsible and enthusiastic.
worthwhile
talented
honest
skilled
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Well, I want to go straight to university, but I'm also thinking of applying for a temporary job in the summer.
part-time
full-time
permanent
seasonal
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John was promoted last month for being such a committed worker.
dishonest
irresponsible
unenthusiastic
unreliable
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With so many breakthroughs in robotic science and technology, much manual work will soon be taken over by robots.
intellectual work
physical work
monotonous work
dull work
OPPOSITE in meaning
I'd go mad if I had to do a dead-end job like working on a supermarket checkout.
boring
monotonous
fascinating
demanding
OPPOSITE in meaning
He's just so flexible. He'll adapt to any situation.
adaptable
rigid
intelligent
autonomous
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It can take a long time to become successful in your chosen field, however (talent) ____ you are.
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If you've made up your mind to achieve a certain goal, such as writing a novel, don't let the negative (criticize)________ of others prevent you from reaching your target
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There are many famous (novel)_______ who made a complete mess of their first novel.
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I knew that the (hour)______ rate when I actually did start full time would be a lot better than unemployment benefit.
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Business is going so well that they hired seven new _________ in their department last month. EMPLOY
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Job ________ is the assurance that an employee has about the continuity of employment for his or her work life. SECURE
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The way is long and we shall have to get over the ________ of it. TEDIOUS
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There are lots of different factors that go into __________ a career path. CHOOSE
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We hope this guide helps you to _________ a desirable career path after high school. PURSUIT
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There are many pathways from school that can lead to a ______ career. REWARD
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High school ______ may be deciding whether they should enter the workforce or go to college. GRADUATION
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Get an English-speaking friend to check it for you, or you can find some useful phrases from _________ job websites. DIFFERENCE
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Look for job ________ in the local newspaper and log on to some job websites. VACANCY
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I consider myself to be _______, responsible and enthusiastic. TRUST
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The job application letter you send to an employer explains why you are _________ for the position and should be selected for an interview. QUALITY
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