Quiz (M.6/3)

1. A: I just finished my 80-page thesis draft. Now comes the real challenge.
B: __________

• A. So you're finally done with your research!

• B. Why don’t you start a new project?

• C. Congratulations! That means you’re completely free now.

• D. Editing and proofreading, right?

🔹 2.A: Do you think this presentation is good enough for the conference?

B: __________

• A. I haven’t started working on mine yet.

• B. Well, it could use a stronger conclusion.

• . You should email the professor instead.

• D. The conference was canceled last year.

3.

A: I’m torn between applying for graduate school or starting a job right away.
B: __________

• A. You should ask your parents for money.

• B. Graduate school is a waste of time.

• C. What are your long-term goals?

• D. I already got a job.

A: I missed the entire lecture because I overslept.
B: __________

• A. That was a really boring lecture anyway.

• B. Well, the professor recorded it, so you can still catch up.

• . Why don’t you sleep even more?

• D. Next time, don’t come to class at all.

5.A: The guest speaker today was incredibly inspiring.
B: __________

• A. I thought her ideas were very thought-provoking too.

• B. I didn’t attend class today.

• C. I think the classroom was too cold.

• D. Are we having another speaker next week?

Long Conversation

Emma: Hey Daniel, have you applied for any internships yet?
Daniel: Not yet. I’ve been looking, but most positions require experience I don’t have. It’s kind of discouraging.
Emma: I know how you feel. When I applied last semester, I got rejected three times before landing a spot.
Daniel: Really? What changed?
Emma: I revised my resume with help from the career center, and I started tailoring my cover letters more carefully. It made a huge difference.
Daniel: That’s smart. I haven’t even visited the career center. I guess I should.
Emma: Definitely! They even hold mock interviews. Honestly, practicing helped me feel so much more confident.
Daniel: I’ve been nervous about interviews, especially virtual ones.
Emma: I totally get that. But they give you feedback—like, body language, tone, all that. You should sign up for one this week.
Daniel: Alright, I will. And I guess I should stop just applying blindly and be more strategic.
Emma: That’s the spirit! Quality over quantity. And don’t forget to follow up with a thank-you email after the interview. It goes a long way.
Daniel: Thanks, Emma. I really needed this push.

6. Why has Daniel not applied for internships yet?

• A. He hasn’t found any positions that interest him.

• B. He is waiting until next semester.

• C. He feels unqualified due to a lack of experience.

• D. He’s focusing on academic work instead.

Long Conversation

Emma: Hey Daniel, have you applied for any internships yet?
Daniel: Not yet. I’ve been looking, but most positions require experience I don’t have. It’s kind of discouraging.
Emma: I know how you feel. When I applied last semester, I got rejected three times before landing a spot.
Daniel: Really? What changed?
Emma: I revised my resume with help from the career center, and I started tailoring my cover letters more carefully. It made a huge difference.
Daniel: That’s smart. I haven’t even visited the career center. I guess I should.
Emma: Definitely! They even hold mock interviews. Honestly, practicing helped me feel so much more confident.
Daniel: I’ve been nervous about interviews, especially virtual ones.
Emma: I totally get that. But they give you feedback—like, body language, tone, all that. You should sign up for one this week.
Daniel: Alright, I will. And I guess I should stop just applying blindly and be more strategic.
Emma: That’s the spirit! Quality over quantity. And don’t forget to follow up with a thank-you email after the interview. It goes a long way.
Daniel: Thanks, Emma. I really needed this push.

7.What helped Emma eventually get an internship?

• A. Submitting more applications

• B. Improving her documents and interview skills

• C. Accepting an unpaid position

• D. Getting a recommendation from her professor

Long Conversation

Emma: Hey Daniel, have you applied for any internships yet?
Daniel: Not yet. I’ve been looking, but most positions require experience I don’t have. It’s kind of discouraging.
Emma: I know how you feel. When I applied last semester, I got rejected three times before landing a spot.
Daniel: Really? What changed?
Emma: I revised my resume with help from the career center, and I started tailoring my cover letters more carefully. It made a huge difference.
Daniel: That’s smart. I haven’t even visited the career center. I guess I should.
Emma: Definitely! They even hold mock interviews. Honestly, practicing helped me feel so much more confident.
Daniel: I’ve been nervous about interviews, especially virtual ones.
Emma: I totally get that. But they give you feedback—like, body language, tone, all that. You should sign up for one this week.
Daniel: Alright, I will. And I guess I should stop just applying blindly and be more strategic.
Emma: That’s the spirit! Quality over quantity. And don’t forget to follow up with a thank-you email after the interview. It goes a long way.
Daniel: Thanks, Emma. I really needed this push.

8.What advice does Emma give Daniel about interviews?

• A. Focus only on in-person interviews

• B. Don’t worry too much about preparation

• C. Attend a mock interview for practice

• D. Avoid discussing body language

Long Conversation

Emma: Hey Daniel, have you applied for any internships yet?
Daniel: Not yet. I’ve been looking, but most positions require experience I don’t have. It’s kind of discouraging.
Emma: I know how you feel. When I applied last semester, I got rejected three times before landing a spot.
Daniel: Really? What changed?
Emma: I revised my resume with help from the career center, and I started tailoring my cover letters more carefully. It made a huge difference.
Daniel: That’s smart. I haven’t even visited the career center. I guess I should.
Emma: Definitely! They even hold mock interviews. Honestly, practicing helped me feel so much more confident.
Daniel: I’ve been nervous about interviews, especially virtual ones.
Emma: I totally get that. But they give you feedback—like, body language, tone, all that. You should sign up for one this week.
Daniel: Alright, I will. And I guess I should stop just applying blindly and be more strategic.
Emma: That’s the spirit! Quality over quantity. And don’t forget to follow up with a thank-you email after the interview. It goes a long way.
Daniel: Thanks, Emma. I really needed this push.

9.What does Daniel realize about his application strategy?

• A. He has applied to too few companies.

• B. He needs to improve his academic GPA first.

• C. He’s been applying without a clear strategy.

• D. He should avoid large corporations.

Conversation

Emma: Hey Daniel, have you applied for any internships yet?
Daniel: Not yet. I’ve been looking, but most positions require experience I don’t have. It’s kind of discouraging.
Emma: I know how you feel. When I applied last semester, I got rejected three times before landing a spot.
Daniel: Really? What changed?
Emma: I revised my resume with help from the career center, and I started tailoring my cover letters more carefully. It made a huge difference.
Daniel: That’s smart. I haven’t even visited the career center. I guess I should.
Emma: Definitely! They even hold mock interviews. Honestly, practicing helped me feel so much more confident.
Daniel: I’ve been nervous about interviews, especially virtual ones.
Emma: I totally get that. But they give you feedback—like, body language, tone, all that. You should sign up for one this week.
Daniel: Alright, I will. And I guess I should stop just applying blindly and be more strategic.
Emma: That’s the spirit! Quality over quantity. And don’t forget to follow up with a thank-you email after the interview. It goes a long way.
Daniel: Thanks, Emma. I really needed this push.

10.What final piece of advice does Emma give?

• A. Send a thank-you email after the interview.

• B. Avoid applying during exam season.

• C. Look for remote internships only.

• D. Accept any offer, even if it’s unpaid.