Reading Task 3 — uzdevums. Eksāmens angļu valodā, Angļu valoda II (Augstākais līmenis).

Reading Task 3

For questions 1-6, choose the answer that you think fits best based on the three texts (A, B and C).

Read the questions first. Thus you will know exactly what to look for in the text. This helps you focus on important details and makes it easier to identify the relevant information while reading, saving you time and effort.

1. What quality does Trot's aunt want him to develop?

a reliance on others' opinions
indecisiveness
physical strength
a strong will and character

2. According to the text B, what is one of the main benefits of taking a gap year?

Increased immaturity.
Opportunity for self-development.
Decreased academic performance.
Reduced independence.

3. Which statement can be supported by the information in Text C?

It is advisable that teenagers do not engage in activities unrelated to their potential career.
It is recommended for teenagers to make use of the connections their parents have.
It is acceptable that teenagers find it difficult to make long-term career decisions.
It is beneficial for a teenager to gain work experience in their parents’ careers.

4. The text B highlights several potential advantages of taking a gap year. Which of the following statements offers the most nuanced perspective on the impact of a gap year on personal and academic development?

Gap years are most effective for high-achieving students who are already highly motivated and independent, providing them with an opportunity to further excel.
Gap years invariably lead to improved academic performance and a more mature outlook on life, regardless of the individual's approach.
The benefits of a gap year are primarily social, offering opportunities for travel and new experiences that have little bearing on academic or career prospects.
A well-structured and purposeful gap year can foster personal growth, enhance soft skills, and promote greater focus and independence, ultimately contributing to improved academic and career outcomes.

5. The concept of "soft skills" is presented as a key benefit of gap year experiences. Which of the following statements provides the most comprehensive understanding of the role of soft skills in future success?

Soft skills are innate talents that cannot be developed or enhanced through formal education or practical experience.
Soft skills are less important than technical expertise and academic qualifications in securing employment and advancing in one's career.
Soft skills are primarily relevant for careers in the creative arts and have limited value in technical or scientific fields.
Soft skills encompass interpersonal, leadership, communication, managerial, and organisational abilities that contribute to career maturity, self-efficacy, and effective decision-making.

6. Based on Text C, how could Trot’s aunt have helped him make a decision about his future?

By having forced him into a specific career.
By having given him less time to think.
By having considered his wishes.
By having reframed her question.

Atsauce:

https://www.visc.gov.lv. Centralizētais eksāmens par vispārējās vidējās izglītības apguvi angļu valoda (augstākais mācību satura apguves līmenis), 2023

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