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. Which sentence best summarises the idea that can be inferred from the three texts?

The process of career decision making requires a certain degree of self-awareness.
Career maturity is achieved through sufficient work experience while studying.
Teenagers’ decisions tend to be immature and, therefore, require supervision.
Work experience and professional advice are a prerequisite for making life choices.

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

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

3. Joan E. McLean emphasises the importance of allowing teenagers to explore their interests and values. Which of the following statements best reflects the rationale behind her advice?

Teenagers should be given complete freedom to pursue any career path they choose, regardless of their abilities or the practicality of their goals.
Teenagers should prioritise earning potential and job security when making career decisions, as these are the most important factors in long-term happiness.
Teenagers should avoid any activities that might lead to failure or disappointment, as these experiences can be detrimental to their self-esteem.
The process of experimentation and self-discovery is essential for teenagers to identify their passions, develop their values, and ultimately find a fulfilling career path.

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?

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.
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.
Gap years invariably lead to improved academic performance and a more mature outlook on life, regardless of the individual's approach.
Gap years are most effective for high-achieving students who are already highly motivated and independent, providing them with an opportunity to further excel.

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 encompass interpersonal, leadership, communication, managerial, and organisational abilities that contribute to career maturity, self-efficacy, and effective decision-making.
Soft skills are primarily relevant for careers in the creative arts and have limited value in technical or scientific fields.

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

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

Atsauce:

https://www.viaa.gov.lv. Centralizētais eksāmens par vispārējās vidējās izglītības apguvi angļu valoda (augstākais mācību satura apguves līmenis), 2024

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