In pairs, share and compare your opinions and give your reasons. Use the language in the chart to help you

Example: In my opinion, a person who works in finance should be precise because making mistakes could cost a company a lot of money.

giving an opinion	I think / in my view / in my opinion / I believe
giving a reason	because, as, consequently, therefore, as a result

Reading

1. In pairs, combine words from box A with phases from box B to form appropriate collocations. Some verbs and phrases may be used more than once.

A	make proofread short-list submit apply for fill out follow leave list
B	a section blank the same steps your abilities and skills candidates a job the application form your application decisions instructions your most recent jobs

Read and complete the text with the right words.

 

When you (1) ___________ for a job, you are usually asked to (2) ___________ an application form as well as your resume and a cover letter. Companies like to have standardized forms containing information about candidates. This makes comparison simpler and also makes it easier for a company to (3) ___________ the candidates for interview. It is very important that you (4) ___________ all your abilities and skills in the spaces provided. Remember, this is the employer’s first impression of you, so it is very important that you (5) ___________ the form accurately. Read the form very carefully and answer each question honestly. Show employers that you are able to (6) ___________ instructions. Answer all questions as precisely as you can. Do not (7) ___________ any sections blank. If a question does not (8) ___________ to you, simply write “not applicable”. Proofread your application before you turn it in.

From English for Business