Test 2 In this section you will hear a talk. You will hear the talk ONCE ONLY. While listening, you may look at ANSWER SHEET ONE and write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each gap. Make sure the word(s) you fill in is (are) both grammatically and semantically acceptable. You may use the blank sheet for note-taking. You have THIRTY seconds to preview the gap-filling task. Now listen to the talk. When it is over, you will be given TWO minutes to complete your work. How to Write Job Applications and Resumes I. Preparation for your application and resume 1) Offer your abilities A. basis: personal and __(1)__ background B. skills being specific C. knowledge: to __(2)__ the employer 2) Find your most interested positions II. Resume 1) A resume: a written __(3)__ of your qualifications A. a statement of your education B. employment record or __(4)__ C. a list of references D. other data 2) The importance of a good resume A. ___(5)___: the best impression of you B. self-appraisal: your true worth III. How to prepare good resumes 1) Make the resume__(6)__ A. typewritten B. perfectly balanced on the page C. free from errors and __(7)__corrections D. vary in length 2) Make the resume fit the employer ’ s needs A. never try to copy someone else ’ s resume or to use the same one over and over B.find out what the job you are seeking demands and then ___(8)___ your r esum e accordingly C. examples: a) job requirement: dictation at a high speed skill emphasis: ___(9)___ b) job requirement: talent in writing skill emphasis: writing ability IV. Characteristics of good applications and resumes 1) Unique to yourself 2) Particular 3) Never ___(10)___