Английский для начинающих: практические темы. Учим слова, выражения и фразы для повседневной жизни

C) get hired

D) apply for

Exercise 2 – Matching

Match the words with their translations:

apply for

interview

get hired

responsibilities

a) собеседование

b) быть нанятым

c) обязанности

d) подавать заявление

Exercise 3 – Use It!

Write 3—4 sentences about your first job or the job you would like to have. Use at least two expressions from Word Power.

Answer Key

Exercise 1

1 – C) apply for

2 – A) responsibilities

3 – B) get hired

4 – B) responsibilities

Exercise 2

1 – d

2 – a

3 – b

4 – c

Sample Answers

Check Your Understanding:

The person applied for a part-time job at a small café.

The person practiced answering questions and learned about the café to prepare for the interview.

One responsibility was serving customers.

The first job was valuable because it taught discipline, responsibility, and communication skills.

Example answer: I would like to have a job in a bookstore to learn customer service and enjoy books.

Exercise 3 – Example:

I applied for my first job at a café. I prepared for the interview by practicing questions. After getting hired, my responsibilities included serving customers and cleaning tables. It was a great experience to learn new skills.

A Typical Workday

Word Power

1. commute

Значение: ездить на работу и обратно

I commute to work by bus every morning.

Я езжу на работу и обратно на автобусе каждое утро.

She commutes for one hour every day.

Она ездит на работу и обратно один час каждый день.

2. attend meetings

Значение: посещать совещания, участвовать во встречах

I attend meetings with my team every Monday.

Я посещаю совещания со своей командой каждый понедельник.

He attends online meetings from home.

Он участвует в онлайн-встречах из дома.

3. take a break

Значение: делать перерыв

I take a break at 11 a.m. for coffee.

Я делаю перерыв в 11 утра на кофе.

She takes a short break after two hours of work.

Она делает короткий перерыв после двух часов работы.

4. finish work

Значение: заканчивать работу

I usually finish work at 5 p.m.

Я обычно заканчиваю работу в 5 вечера.

He finishes work and goes straight home.

Он заканчивает работу и сразу идёт домой.

Reading Text

A typical workday starts early for me. I commute to the office by train, which takes about 40 minutes. During the commute, I listen to music or read a book.

When I arrive at work, I check emails and organize my tasks for the day. I attend meetings with my team in the morning. Meetings help us discuss projects and plan our work.

Around 11 a.m., I take a break for coffee. Short breaks help me stay focused and productive. I continue working on my tasks, answering emails, and finishing reports.

I usually finish work at 5 p.m. After work, I commute back home and relax. A typical workday can be busy, but staying organized and taking breaks makes it manageable. Work is easier when you have a clear routine and know what to do each day.