Free Printable AV-Unit5-Reading-Wordform

1.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. After his heart attack, he abandoned his (a) to become CEO. (ambitious)

2.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. He left school at 16, not because he was (a) , but because he wanted to get on with his working life. (ambition)

3.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. Dancers and gymnasts need to be very (a) . (flexibility)

4.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. Some officials think the law is too harsh and (a) , and they argue it should be changed. (flexibility)

5.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. It's important to (a) a good impression when you meet a new client. (creative)

6.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. (a) have studied the possible effects of contamination. (investigate)

7.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. Changes are being introduced to make the department (a) more efficiently. (operation)

8.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. I (a) and there was a lot of food left over after the party. (estimation)

9.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. After (a) , she wants to travel around Europe. (graduate)

10.

Exercise on word formation: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. We want to prevent a (a) of last summer's fires, which destroyed more than 500,000 acres of land. (repeat)

11.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. There is a (a) in the local post office. (vacant)

12.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. Jack has been (a) ever since the factory closed down. (employ)

13.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. My personal (a) will be happy to deal with your questions. (assist)

14.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. She needs to complete the (a) for the job by Wednesday morning. (apply)

15.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. I think it must be very (a) to be an airline pilot. (stress)

16.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. The company is ready to meet many (a) of the next few years. (challenge)

17.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. Many nurses in small community hospitals have been working as volunteers, unrecognized and (a) for many years. (reward)

18.

SELF-STUDY: Complete each sentence with the correct form of the word in parentheses. He has a (a) of different, brightly-coloured ties that he wears to work. (vary)

19.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. He was in (a) of two tickets to the concert.

20.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. The new job will provide you with (a) experience.

21.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. In spite of (a) warnings, he went on smoking.

22.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. Parents gave the school (a) support in its case for getting its facilities improved.

23.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. After he (a) from high school, he joined the Army.

24.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. This type of computer is too slow and (a) to meet many business needs.

25.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. In the past the root of this plant was thought to (a) magical powers.

26.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. We cannot (a) the importance of this work.

27.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. Changes are being introduced to make the department (a) more efficiently.

28.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. You can improve your (a) by exercising.

29.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. At present the organization has to rely on young, inexperienced (a) .

30.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. He's the (a) of a successful cartoon series.

31.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. There was a suspicious man near the playground, and we asked the police to (a) .

32.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. The first novel was successful, whereas the second, in my (a) was not.

33.

Use the words in the box to complete each sentence: creatively, valuable, graduated, creator, possess, flexibility, overestimate, graduates, investigate, inflexible, repeated, possession, operate, estimation, invaluable. He is always (a) discovering ways in which to do things better.

34.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. Plastic manufacturers value this polymer (a) its ability to withstand high temperatures.

35.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. He's very ambitious (a) his children (= he wants them to be successful).

36.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. The new law gives auto makers more flexibility (a) meeting lower pollution targets.

37.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. He created a wonderful meal (a) very few ingredients.

38.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. The IRS are investigating Williams (a) alleged tax fraud.

39.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. Such data will prove invaluable (a) researchers.

40.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. Sandy likes to work outdoors, she decides to apply (a) the job.

41.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. The job of sales assistant is very tiring. That's because you are (a) feet all day.

42.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. I asked employers all over the world to give me a job for just one week so I could find (a) what I enjoyed.

43.

Exercise on preposition: Fill in each blank with an appropriate preposition. I'd like to be a police officer because it sounds challenging and I like dealing (a) the public.

44.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. People who can neither read nor write are termed (a) (literate).

45.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. Tennis umpires often (a) (pronounced) Martina Navratilova's name during the Wimbledon championships.

46.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. Stealing and lying are (a) (honest) things to do.

47.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. The cyclist was (a) (qualified) from the race after failing a drugs test.

48.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. The electrical appliance should be (a) (connected) from the mains supply before the back is removed.

49.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. In Japan it's considered very (a) (polite) to blow your nose in public.

50.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. Smoking while pregnant is (a) (responsible) and puts the child at risk of illness.

51.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. I work as a pilot with Peter. I am Peter's (a) (pilot).

52.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. The inquiry found that they had been subjected to (a) (fair) treatment.

53.

WORK SKILLS: Prefixes. Fill in the blank. Food which cannot be eaten is (a) (edible).

54.

Choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the question. The three friends all ______ for the same job.

a)

applied

b)

chose

c)

requested

d)

referred

55.

Choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the question. Two ______ were sacked, because they were always turning up late.

a)

applicants

b)

applications

c)

employers

d)

employees

56.

Choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the question. ______ of all the staff, I would like to wish you a happy retirement.

a)

Instead

b)

On behalf

c)

In place

d)

On account

57.

Choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the question. After a terrible argument with her boss, she handed in her ______.

a)

reservation

b)

reputation

c)

resignation

d)

responsibility

58.

Choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the question. Youngsters need all the help and ______ they can get nowadays when applying for jobs.

a)

stimulation

b)

enticement

c)

incentive

d)

encouragement

59.

Choose A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to the question. The main attraction of the job was that it offered the ______ to do research.

a)

possibility

b)

proposal

c)

prospect

d)

opportunity

60.

Unemployment _____ by 4% since January and now stands at just under three million.

a)

was raised

b)

has arisen

c)

has risen

d)

rose

61.

He said the government would do its best to _____ the problem of unemployment.

a)

solve

b)

answer

c)

decide

d)

relax

62.

As you are sixty-three years old, you are _____ for this job.

a)

unsuitable

b)

improper

c)

inconvenient

d)

disagreeable

63.

Joe was _____ when he had to do extra work without pay.

a)

incessant

b)

inhibited

c)

indignant

d)

indelible

64.

It’s high time Bill got a steady job and _____. He’s almost 30.

a)

settled down

b)

turned down

c)

turned in

d)

settled in

65.

There is no _____ in applying for that job as you are not properly qualified.

a)

reason

b)

result

c)

point

d)

chance

66.

My dad’s been unemployed for 6 months, it’s really getting him _____.

a)

over

b)

down

c)

by

d)

up

67.

Are you _____ in applying for the post as assistant manager?

a)

keen

b)

eager

c)

interested

d)

enthusiastic

68.

Unemployment _____ is paid to people who are unable to find any work.

a)

security

b)

benefit

c)

service

d)

money

69.

She isn’t _____ well with the new manager.

a)

getting on

b)

going on

c)

keeping on

d)

taking on

70.

Robert surprised everyone when he turned _____ the job of office manager.

a)

away

b)

back

c)

down

d)

over

71.

His business is growing so fast that he must take _____ more workers.

a)

up

b)

over

c)

out

d)

on

72.

I’d like to do _____ work in the afternoons.

a)

overtime

b)

part-time

c)

full time

d)

daytime

73.

She applied for training as a pilot, but they turned her _____ because of her poor eyesight.

a)

down

b)

up

c)

back

d)

over

74.

During a period of expansion, a firm often requires an increased number of _____ to perform the additional labour.

a)

employed

b)

employment

c)

employees

d)

employers

75.

There’s a rumour that the National Bank is going to _____ the company I work for.

a)

take on

b)

overtake

c)

take over

d)

take off

76.

Oh, no! That cyclist _____ the black dog.

a)

hits

b)

will hit

c)

is going to hit

d)

hit

77.

Wait! I _____ you to the station.

a)

am driving

b)

drive

c)

is going to drive

d)

will drive

78.

My mother, _____ everyone admires, is a famous teacher.

a)

where

b)

whom

c)

which

d)

whose

79.

Notebooks, tablets and cell phones are all technology _____ students are accustomed to and can use as learning aids.

a)

when

b)

whose

c)

that

d)

where

80.

You _____ out with your friends if you finish your homework before 7 o’clock.

a)

can go

b)

went

c)

are going

d)

go

81.

“We’re still looking for Mark.” “Hasn’t he _____ yet?”

a)

been found

b)

been finding

c)

being found

d)

found

82.

_____ all my warnings, he tried to fix the computer himself.

a)

Although

b)

In spite of

c)

Because

d)

Instead of

83.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best option to complete the sentence: He apologized ______ being late.

a)

about

b)

of

c)

for

d)

with

84-89.

Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6: Many people dream of jobs that allow them to travel and see the world, but not all of these jobs are glamorous. Take, for example, wildlife photographers. Their work often involves spending long periods in remote and sometimes dangerous locations. They must be incredibly (1) ______, waiting for hours to capture the perfect shot. This career path (2) ______ not for everyone, as it often requires a deep commitment and the ability to adapt (3) ______ harsh environments. Photographers need special equipment, (4) waterproof cameras and durable clothing, to protect themselves and their gear from the elements. Despite the challenges, the (5) ______ of capturing a rare animal in its natural habitat can be incredibly rewarding. However, one must always (6) ______ for unexpected challenges, from wild animals to unpredictable weather.

84.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (1) in the advertisement passage.

a)

patients

b)

patiently

c)

patient

d)

patience

85.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (2) in the advertisement passage.

a)

is definite

b)

is definitely

c)

definite is

d)

definitely is

86.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (3) in the advertisement passage.

a)

on

b)

to

c)

for

d)

with

87.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (4) in the advertisement passage.

a)

includes

b)

included

c)

including

d)

include

88.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (5) in the advertisement passage.

a)

excitement

b)

joy

c)

thrill

d)

pleasure

89.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (6) in the advertisement passage.

a)

preparing

b)

to prepare

c)

prepared

d)

prepare

90-95.

Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12: Many jobs require specific skills and unusual working conditions. For example, some individuals work underground, like sewer workers, who face extremely dirty and dark environments. They must wear special gear to protect (7) ______ from hazards. Dealing with challenges is a core part of these professions, and workers often have to (8) ______ difficult situations. The physical demands of these roles are high, requiring immense (9) ______ and resilience. (10) ______, the financial rewards can be significant for those who succeed in these challenging fields, making the hard work worthwhile. A large (11) ______ of dedication is needed. It's important to remember that every profession, no matter how unusual, plays a (12) ______ role in society, contributing to various essential services.

90.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (7) in the leaflet passage.

a)

their

b)

each other

c)

themselves

d)

them

91.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (8) in the leaflet passage.

a)

come across

b)

cope with

c)

put off

d)

take on

92.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (9) in the leaflet passage.

a)

wisdom

b)

stamina

c)

knowledge

d)

creativity

93.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (10) in the leaflet passage.

a)

Moreover

b)

In addition

c)

Therefore

d)

However

94.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (11) in the leaflet passage.

a)

few

b)

many

c)

amount

d)

number

95.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits blank (12) in the leaflet passage.

a)

casual

b)

minor

c)

secondary

d)

vital

96.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or text in the following question:

a. Hey, Sarah! It's been quite busy, as usual. How about you?

b. Pretty good, thanks! I was just thinking about those tough jobs we read about, like working in the sewers.

c. Hi, Tom! How's your week going?

a)

b-a-c

b)

c-b-a

c)

c-a-b

d)

a-c-b

97.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or text in the following question:

a. It makes work feel like fun, not a chore.

b. I read about a man who turned his LEGO hobby into a job. That's amazing!

c. Exactly! Everyone should try to find a job like that.

d. Me too! Imagine getting paid to do what you love.

e. Oh, really? I think that sounds like the best job ever.

a)

b-e-d-a-c

b)

e-b-d-a-c

c)

a-b-c-d-e

d)

b-d-e-a-c

98.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or text in the following email:

a. It made me wonder if we should consider a project focusing on underappreciated jobs in our community. b. Hi Mark, I hope this email finds you well.

c. Let me know your thoughts on this idea when you have a moment.

d. The article about Jeff Haslam and Charlie Radley really highlighted the diverse nature of tough work.

e. I was thinking about our chat yesterday regarding challenging professions.

a)

b-e-d-a-c

b)

b-e-a-d-c

c)

b-d-e-a-c

d)

e-b-d-a-c

99.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or text in the following statements:

a. This job requires him to face extremely cold and stormy weather.

b. Therefore, he must wear warm, waterproof clothes.

c. He works on a fishing boat in Alaska.

d. Charlie Radley has a challenging outdoor job.

e. Despite the difficulties, he can earn a good income.

a)

d-a-c-b-e

b)

d-c-a-b-e

c)

c-d-b-a-e

d)

c-d-a-b-e

100.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or text in the following narrative:

a. Andrew, who was already a LEGO fan, sent in an application.

b. "LEGO was just a hobby, but now I can do what I love and get paid for it," said Andrew happily in an interview.

c. Back in 2012, Andrew Johnson planned to apply to a film school after graduation, rather than look for a job.

d. But then his dad noticed an advertisement for a job with toy manufacturer LEGO.

e. As a result, he was employed at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Illinois as a Master Model Builder.

a)

d-c-a-e-b

b)

c-a-d-e-b

c)

a-c-d-e-b

d)

c-d-a-e-b

101-105.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22. Many people spend their lives searching for a job that truly makes them happy and brings them satisfaction. It is a common desire to find work (18) ____ . This kind of job often feels less like work and more like a fulfilling activity, allowing individuals to use their skills and talents in a meaningful way. Sometimes, a dream job comes from an unexpected opportunity or a unique path. For example, some individuals manage to turn their hobbies into successful careers, (19) ____ . This transformation can be very rewarding, as they get paid for something they truly enjoy doing. (20) ____ . This path requires dedication, creativity, and a willingness to explore different possibilities beyond traditional roles. Such unique jobs often offer more than just financial rewards; they can provide significant personal benefits. They might include flexible working hours, allowing for a better work-life balance and personal freedom. (21) ____ . For many, the chance to be creative, solve interesting problems, or contribute to something they deeply believe in is extremely valuable, (22) ____ . Ultimately, a truly great job combines personal passion with professional satisfaction.

101.

Choose the option that best fits blank (18) in the passage.

a)

which is both challenging and enjoyable for them

b)

that challenges and enjoys them both

c)

being challenging and enjoyable for them

d)

who challenges and enjoys them

102.

Choose the option that best fits blank (19) in the passage.

a)

thereby creating a life where work feels like play

b)

by creating a life where work feels like play is possible

c)

that creates a life where work feels like play

d)

and they create a life where work feels like play

103.

Choose the option that best fits blank (20) in the passage.

a)

Such a career path brings immense personal satisfaction and motivation.

b)

However, it is not always easy to achieve this kind of job.

c)

They might also face many difficulties in their journey.

d)

Therefore, many people prefer to have a regular office job.

104.

Choose the option that best fits blank (21) in the passage.

a)

In addition, working from home is not always possible.

b)

Moreover, these jobs often encourage continuous learning and personal growth.

c)

But, finding such positions can be quite challenging for most people.

d)

However, the salary for these jobs is not always very high.

105.

Choose the option that best fits blank (22) in the passage.

a)

what often outweighs purely financial considerations for them

b)

and they often outweigh purely financial considerations

c)

which often outweighs purely financial considerations for them

d)

that often outweigh purely financial considerations

106-113.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 23 to 30. Anita Perilli was born in 1942 in Littlehampton, a town in the south of England. After leaving school, she trained as an English teacher, but before she found a job, she decided to travel around the world. These travels opened her eyes to different cultures and traditional beauty practices, inspiring many of her later business ideas. When Anita returned to Britain, she met a Scottish man called Gordon Roddick. They fell in love and got married. They had two daughters and moved to Brighton. It was there in 1976 that Anita Roddick opened the first Body Shop store. She wanted to sell cosmetics that were natural and not tested on animals. This was a revolutionary idea at the time, as many large cosmetic companies used animal testing and artificial ingredients. Her commitment to ethical practices and environmental protection quickly made The Body Shop popular. She also recycled the bottles that contained her products: customers could bring them back to the shop and refill them, reducing waste significantly. Six months later, she opened another shop, and by 1991, there were seven hundred Body Shop stores worldwide. By 2004, The Body Shop had over two thousand stores with 71 million customers in 51 countries, showing its global success. Anita Roddick was passionate about social and environmental issues. She believed that businesses had a responsibility to make a positive impact on the world. She gave money to many charities, supporting human rights and environmental protection causes. She joined anti-globalisation protests and criticised big oil companies that did not invest in renewable energy, always speaking up for what she believed was right. Near the end of her life, she sold The Body Shop to L'Oréal, one of the world's largest cosmetics companies. Many of her loyal customers were angry about this decision. However, she explained that she wanted the company to continue its mission on a larger scale and she gave most of her money to charities. She died in 2007 at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy of ethical business and activism.

106.

According to paragraph 1, which of the following did Anita Roddick NOT do before she opened The Body Shop?

a)

Have two daughters.

b)

Get married to Gordon Roddick.

c)

Travel around the world.

d)

Become an English teacher.

107.

What is the opposite of the word "revolutionary" in paragraph 2?

a)

exciting

b)

new

c)

different

d)

common

108.

The word "them" in paragraph 2 refers to ____.

a)

products

b)

customers

c)

stores

d)

bottles

109.

The word "passionate" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ____.

a)

a little interested

b)

sometimes interested

c)

not interested

d)

very interested

110.

Which of the following best restates the idea of the sentence "She believed that businesses had a responsibility to make a positive impact on the world" in paragraph 3?

a)

Businesses should only care about making money.

b)

Businesses should try to help the world in good ways.

c)

Businesses should not get involved in world problems.

d)

Businesses are only responsible for their customers.

111.

Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

a)

The Body Shop tested its cosmetics on animals before selling them.

b)

The Body Shop only sold products in England.

c)

Anita Roddick supported charities that helped people and the environment.

d)

Anita Roddick never traveled outside of Britain.

112.

Which paragraph discusses Anita Roddick's activism and her beliefs about business?

a)

Paragraph 1

b)

Paragraph 2

c)

Paragraph 3

d)

Paragraph 4

113.

Which paragraph mainly describes the growth and success of The Body Shop?

a)

Paragraph 1

b)

Paragraph 2

c)

Paragraph 3

d)

Paragraph 4

114-123.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions from 31 to 40. Many jobs require individuals to work in challenging environments, demanding both physical strength and mental resilience. These occupations, often overlooked, are crucial for the functioning of society and provide essential services. Understanding the unique difficulties faced by people in these roles helps us appreciate their contributions. Let's explore some examples of highly demanding jobs that involve unusual workplaces and specific difficulties. One such occupation is working in urban sewer systems. [I] These subterranean networks carry away wastewater and other materials from cities, ensuring proper sanitation. [II] Workers here face extremely dirty conditions and are often in complete darkness, necessitating special equipment like helmets with lights, masks, and protective clothing. [III] A major challenge involves clearing blockages, especially those caused by large amounts of fat and oil from restaurants, which can accumulate significantly and require substantial effort to remove. [IV] Despite the unpleasantness and the difficult nature of the work, maintaining these complex underground systems is essential for public health and city operations. Another group of demanding jobs involves working outdoors in extreme weather conditions. For instance, commercial fishing in places like Alaska requires workers to spend long periods at sea, often for a week at a time. The conditions are frequently very cold and stormy, making waterproof and warm clothing vital for survival and comfort. Similarly, lumberjacks, individuals who cut down trees, also work outside for long hours, regardless of the weather. This job is known for being very dangerous, as it involves operating large, powerful machines like chainsaws in remote forest areas. Workers must always be extremely careful due to the high risk of accidents and the considerable distance from the nearest medical help. People choose these challenging jobs for various reasons. Some might have a strong preference for working outdoors, while others are motivated by the potential for good earnings, as seen with fishermen whose pay can depend on their catch. However, these roles often come with long hours, significant physical demands, and inherent risks. Many workers eventually seek different employment due to the harsh conditions or the desire for a safer, more comfortable environment. Nevertheless, these difficult and often dangerous jobs remain indispensable to our daily lives and the well-being of communities.

114.

Look at the second paragraph. The sentence "This accumulation often forms what is colloquially known as 'fatbergs'." would best fit at which position?

a)

[I]

b)

[II]

c)

[III]

d)

[IV]

115.

The word 'necessitating' in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ____.

a)

avoiding

b)

preventing

c)

requiring

d)

allowing

116.

The word 'their' in the fourth paragraph refers to ____.

a)

others

b)

roles

c)

reasons

d)

fishermen

117.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned about sewer workers in the passage?

a)

They clear fat and oil.

b)

They work in teams.

c)

They need special clothes.

d)

They work in darkness.

118.

Which of the following best summarizes the main idea of the third paragraph?

a)

The dangers of working with chainsaws.

b)

Challenges of outdoor jobs in harsh environments.

c)

The importance of fishing and logging industries.

d)

How outdoor jobs are always more dangerous.

119.

The word 'indispensable' in the last paragraph is OPPOSITE in meaning to

a)

valuable

b)

essential

c)

crucial

d)

unnecessary

120.

Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

a)

All demanding jobs offer good pay.

b)

Fishing is always a safe job.

c)

Sewer workers only deal with wastewater.

d)

Lumberjacks often work far from hospitals.

121.

Which option best restates the meaning of the sentence: "Many workers eventually seek different employment due to the harsh conditions or the desire for a safer, more comfortable environment" in the last paragraph?

a)

Most workers enjoy the challenging conditions of their jobs.

b)

The main reason workers leave is because they earn too little money.

c)

Workers often leave these jobs to find easier or less risky work.

d)

Finding new jobs is easy for people in demanding professions.

122.

What can be inferred about why these difficult jobs are considered 'indispensable'?

a)

Because they involve working outdoors.

b)

Because they pay very well.

c)

Because they are chosen by many people.

d)

Because they provide services that society needs.

123.

Which of the following best summarizes the main points of the entire passage?

a)

Reasons why people should avoid working in difficult conditions.

b)

The importance of safety training for dangerous jobs.

c)

A detailed look at the lives of three specific workers.

d)

An overview of various challenging and essential occupations.

AV-Unit5-Reading-Wordform

Total questions: 93

Worksheet time: 12hrs 36mins

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