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?

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

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.
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.
Teenagers should avoid any activities that might lead to failure or disappointment, as these experiences can be detrimental to their self-esteem.
Teenagers should prioritise earning potential and job security when making career decisions, as these are the most important factors in long-term happiness.

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 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.
Gap years are most effective for high-achieving students who are already highly motivated and independent, providing them with an opportunity to further excel.
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. Aunt Betsey sends Trot on a trip alone so that he may begin to develop what?

So he could work on his physical strength.
So he could develop an appreciation for the comforts of home.
So he could develop a reliance upon himself and to act for himself.
So he could develop love for travel and adventure.

6. Joan E. McLean advises parents to "back off" if their teenager is resistant to discussing their future career. What is the primary justification for this approach?

Pressuring teenagers to make career decisions before they are ready can lead to anxiety, resentment, and ultimately, poor choices.
Career planning is best left to professional career counsellors, who have the expertise and resources to guide teenagers towards the right career path.
Teenagers who are resistant to discussing their future are likely to be lazy and unmotivated, and any attempt to engage them in career planning will be futile.
Teenagers who are resistant to discussing their future are likely to have already made secret plans for their career, and parental interference will only undermine their confidence.

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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