Understanding Educational Backgrounds

Why is it important to be able to discuss your educational background?

• Both personal and professional contexts.

• It is useful in professional settings.

• It is only important for academic purposes.

• It helps in personal conversations.

Which of the following is a correct way to describe Tom's educational background?

• Tom has a B.A. in History from York University.

• Tom has a B.A. in History from the York University.

• Tom has a B.A. in History from the University of York.

• Tom has a B.A. in History from University of Toronto.

Which university naming convention requires 'the' before 'university'?

• Both require 'the'

• Neither require 'the'

• Something University

• University of something

What is the correct article to use before 'M.B.A.'?

• no article needed

• the

• an

• a

Why do we use 'an' before 'M.B.A.'?

• Because 'M' is a consonant.

• Because 'M' is silent.

• Because 'M' starts with a vowel sound.

• Because 'M' is a vowel.

Which of the following is a formal way to express Olga's educational achievement?

• Olga got an M.A. in Psychology.

• Olga completed an M.A. in Psychology.

• Olga obtained an M.A. in Psychology.

• Olga did an M.A. in Psychology.

What does 'obtained' mean in the context of educational qualifications?

• Ignored

• Lost

• Gave

• Received

What degree does Hassan hold?

• B.A. in Microbiology

• B.S.C. in Microbiology

• Ph.D. in Microbiology

• M.A. in Microbiology

Which of the following is NOT a way to express Raj's educational achievement?

• Raj was awarded a Ph.D. in Economics by MIT.

• Raj got a Ph.D. in Economics from MIT.

• Raj has a Ph.D. in Economics from MIT.

• Raj completed a Ph.D. in Economics at MIT.

Where can you find additional practice for describing educational backgrounds?

• www.education.com

• www.engvid.com

• www.learnenglish.com

• www.study.com