WorksheetsC1Unit 1
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
What is the difference between a job and a career according to the passage?
A job is one single position regularly done for pay, while a career is a pathway and progression of your professional work life made up of a series of jobs.
A job and a career are exactly the same and can be used interchangeably.
A career is a temporary position, while a job is a long-term commitment.
A job is unpaid work, while a career always involves payment.
According to the passage, what is a career?
A) A single job you do for your whole life
B) A string of jobs that advance over time and are related to each other
C) Any job you take to make money
D) A job that does not require training
Fill in the blank: In a career path, the classes, experiences, training, and jobs you have may all relate to one another and open new possibilities in a particular ______ or work area.
field
hobby
season
color
According to the passage, it is okay to have jobs that do not fall into your career path.
True
False
Based on the passage, someone might change their career path several times throughout their life because:
they seek new challenges or interests.
they are required to by law.
they want to avoid working altogether.
they have no skills.
According to the passage 'Why Have a Career?', which of the following are key words associated with having a career?
Progression, advancement, pay, responsibility
Relaxation, entertainment, travel, food
Sports, music, art, dance
None of the above
Fill in the blank: Having a career and working toward a goal gives us ________ (or a sense of achievement) in our lives.
fulfillment
confusion
boredom
regret
According to the passage, money and status are the most important reasons to have a career.
True
False
The passage states the following about the skills learned in most jobs:
They are often specific to that job and may not transfer easily to other jobs.
They are always useful in any career.
They are not important for future employment.
They are mostly learned in school.
According to the passage 'Characteristics of a Good Worker', what is necessary to advance your career?
Only talent
Only skills
Both talent and skills
Neither talent nor skills
Advancement in your career happens automatically once you get an entry level job.
True
False
According to the passage, what does having a strong work ethic show your employer?
That you can handle responsibility
That you need more supervision
That you prefer to work alone
That you avoid taking on tasks
Dependability means your employer can count on you to get things done.
True
False
According to the passage, what is initiative?
The ability to take charge and get a job done without needing encouragement from others
The ability to work alone
The ability to follow instructions only
The ability to avoid responsibility
What is the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster?
A cluster that features careers like farming, animal breeding, butchery, and biotechnology
A cluster that features careers in technology and engineering
A cluster that features careers in arts and entertainment
A cluster that features careers in law and public safety
According to the passage, what is a traditional career?
A job that follows a social norm, such as working in an office from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday
A job that is always remote
A job that is only for teachers
A job that does not follow any schedule
Fill in the blank: The word diversity means ________ or variety to be found in different jobs in our global economy.
variety
sameness
restriction
monotony
Who are entrepreneurs?
People who work for large companies
People who own and operate their own businesses
People who only work from home
People who work in agriculture
Some benefits of owning your own business, according to the passage, are:
Having more control over your work and schedule
Receiving a fixed salary every month
Not having to make any decisions
Guaranteed business success
An important step to consider before getting a job or starting a career is:
Identifying your interests and skills
Accepting the first job offer you receive
Ignoring your strengths and weaknesses
Focusing only on salary and benefits
Fill in the blank: The passage lists the following levels of schooling and training: Apprenticeship, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, and _________
Doctoral Degree
High School Diploma
Certificate Program
Vocational Training
All careers require a college education. Use information from the passage to support your answer.
True
False
Only some careers require a college education
A college education is required for manual labor jobs
Factors that can cause your pay or salary to increase as you gain experience in your career include:
Gaining new skills and responsibilities
Taking more vacation days
Arriving late to work regularly
Ignoring feedback from supervisors
Fill in the blank: In entry level positions, you’ll likely have lower pay and responsibility but may soon have the chance to ________.
advance
retire
relocate
decline
April is artistic but also loves to be outside. She is using an online career calculator to try to figure out what career cluster might be a good fit for her. Just knowing these two things about April, which career cluster would you think the calculator would MOST likely point her toward?
Architecture and Construction
Business, Management, and Administration
Human Services
Energy
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