Read the following notes and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions for anyone looking for a job, it's important for them to equip themselves with good interpersonal skills, and leadership ability, besides other advanced skills. These qualities help you keep the job and do well in it.

Having strong interpersonal skills is essential when looking for a job. These skills involve how well you interact with others, People with good interpersonal skills usually collaborate effectively with their team. They are also skilled at negotiating and meeting the expectations of those involved. In their everyday tasks, interpersonal skills enable them to understand and connect with both colleagues and clients, fostering improved work relationships. Consequently, this

creates a more positive work environment with minimal stress.

In addition to interpersonal and communication skills, possessing leadership capabilities is beneficial in finding and maintaining employment. Those with leadership abilities can positively impact others, guiding them toward achieving common goals. Consequently, they often excel as team players, collaborating effectively in groups to deliver optimal results for their employer.

It is hard to get a job. It is even harder to keep it, succeed in it, and gain a promotion. However, if people know how to interact properly and communicate well with others, and if they possess leadership ability, they can increase their chance of getting and keeping the job they want.

1. The word advanced in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to—

A. strengthened

B. established

C. developed

D. researched

2. The word collaborate in the second paragraph is opposite in meaning to

A. move apart

B. work together

C. go together

D. work individually

3. The word minimal in the second paragraph is opposite in meaning to _

A. huge

B. little

C. slight

D. fair

4. The word optimal in the third paragraph is closest in meaning to

A. worst

B. furthest

C. weakest

D. best

5. The word properly in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to

A. dramatically

B. seriously

C. suitably

D. peèefctly

WRITING:

1. May was late for work. This surprised her manager because she had never been late before. (which)

2. I've never meet such a famous writer before. (first time).

3. More and more people move to the city. There are less job opportunities. (because)

4. many trees are planted along the street. The air in the city is fresher (The more ....

•.., the ........)

5. Kieu story is the most interesting book I have ever read. (never)

6. My sister want to find a job in the countryside. She a quiet life (because)

7. You use electricity much. The bill is higher.

(The more........., the .........)