Becoming a professional!

Lesson 1
4A Hate uniforms?
1. Lead-in School
1a In turns, students pick random cards from the pile and answer the questions about the
school time they had in the past or are having now. This will help to introduce the topic and
engage students into the conversation.

2. Vocabulary School Alias

2a Students play Alias to drill the vocabulary on the topic of schools. In turns, they pick
random cards and try to explain the words in the cards using synonyms and associations.

3. Video ‘10 Weird School Rules Around the World’ (to the book)
3a Before watching the video, get familiar with the vocabulary below. Think of the
translation of the unknown words.
 to grade, exploration, to render, confrontational, ink, to heal, to
encourage, high-five, to enforce, to eliminate, infidel, to stifle,
gender segregation, to transpire, to violate
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3b Mark the statements below True (T) or False (F).
_______ 1. Japanese kids are allowed to wear more than one ‘good-luck’ bracelet.
_______ 2. French kids can eat small serving of ketchup even though the it is illegal in school
cafeterias.
_______ 3. In Nebraska, teachers and students can’t use gender specific terms.
_______ 4. In Austria, first grade students have to participate in the tradition of Scholl to test with
toys.
_______ 5. In UK and Australia, teachers have to use more red ink colors to grade their students’
work.
_______ 6. In China, students don’t have to stay up all day and can take a 30-minute nap on their
desks after lunch.
_______ 7. In some schools around the world kids mustn’t touch each other, and if they want to,
they have to do it outside the school grounds.
Keys: 1F 2T 3T 4F 5F 6T 7T

3c Answer the questions below to discuss the video.

1. Do you believe that some of the rules mentioned in the video are strange?
2. Which rules of the mentioned above would you like to put into practice in your country?
3. Did you have strange rules and laws when you were at school? Talk about it.

4. Grammar Modals of obligation (to the book)

4a To talk about laws, rules and obligations we need to use the modals of obligation.

CAN (NOT) + V BE (NOT) ALLOWED TO+ V

Used to express:
MODALS OF Used to express:
 ability or possibility OBLIGATION  permission or prohibition
 permission or prohibition according to the rules

HAVE TO + V MUST (NOT) + V

(DON’T HAVE TO + V)
Used to express:
 positive form expresses impersonal
 personal obligations (the
4b Choose the best option to complete the sentence.
1. I ________ finish my geography project. I need to hand it in tomorrow.
a) must
b) have to
2. We _________ not to wear a uniform.
a) can
b) are allowed
3. All children _________be on time for lessons.
a) must
b) have to
4. We _______ attend all the lessons. We can choose.
a) can`t
b) don`t have to
5. Jack ________ play computer games after doing his homework.
a) is allowed
b) can
6. Students_______ to use their phones during the exams.
a) don`t have
b) aren`t allowed
7. You_______ bully at our school.
a) mustn`t
b) don`t have to
8. Julia_______ to go for a walk if she hasn`t done her homework.
a) cannot
b) isn`t allowed
9. They_______ study on Saturdays.
a) have to
b) must
10. We ______ be late for the exam.
a) mustn`t
b) don’t have to
Keys:1a 2b 3b 4b 5b 6b 7a 8b 9a 10a

4c Decide which modal verb is the most suitable to complete the sentences below.

1. I ________ do my homework on Saturday morning. That way I have the rest of all weekends.
2. You _________ take notes. It is your choice.
 3. According to our rules you _________ take photos at school.
4. Stacy __________do her homework before going to the party.
5. Smoking_______ at school.
6. I _______ forget to take my library books from home.
7. Mike __________ go to the parties until he retakes the test. His parents are angry because of
it.
8. You _________ use a dictionary during the exam if you need.
9. Liza_______ stay late at school because of additional lessons.
10. Children _________ eat and drink in the classroom. They ________ eat and drink in the
school cafeteria. It is our policy.
Keys: 1must 2don’t have 3mustn’t/can’t/aren’t allowed 4must 5isn’t allowed 6 mustn’t/can’t/am not allowed
7 mustn’t/can’t/isn’t allowed 8can/are allowed to 9has to 10 mustn’t/can’t/aren’t allowed; have to

5. Speaking Education Board game

5a Students play the board game, move along the board and answer the questions about the
education system. Encourage them to use the modals of the obligation as much as possible and
share their opinion on the matter discussed.
Lesson 2
4B Choosing the path
1. Warm-up Education Quiz
1a Students pick random cards from the pile, read the questions and choose the best option
to answer it. This activity will help to exercise the vocabulary on education students learnt in
the previous lesson.

2. Reading (to the book)

2a Answer the questions below.
1. What kind of students were you at the university?
2. How easily do you usually learn something new?
3. Do you have special learning techniques that help you remember big amount of
information?
2b Look through the tips on learning and match them with their description in the article.
Read the text below and discuss the ideas in it.
a. Make sure notes are complete.
b. Have breaks.
c. Write down your assignments.
d. Keep attention in a class.
e. Speak to your teacher.
 How to learn more effectively
There is no single approach for studying. Each student is a personality with their own abilities
and skills to study. That’s why it is necessary to understand what ways of learning are for you
and what aren’t. Some students don’t even need to be motivated and put any efforts in learning
new information – everything comes easily to them. Other students can spend days and nights
working hard without getting any success.

The knowledge how to study in a right way helps to prepare for the coming test and avoid panic.
Eventually, you will be less stressed during the test. If you master effective study habits, the
process of learning will become much easier and bring you better grades.

Here are some tips how to become an A-student:

1. __________________________________
Write down your tasks or projects in a planner as soon as they are assigned.
2. __________________________________
Be concentrated when the teacher is speaking ant try to make notes in your own words. It will
help you to remember what is being taught in a class. Avoid sitting next to friends if you know
they will distract you and using your cell phone.
3. __________________________________
Write clear and complete notes. They may help you to prepare for a test. If you need you can use
them to review what was taught at a previous lesson. That`s why try to create visual aids, such as
underlining or highlighting key words.
4. __________________________________
Don`t be shy to ask questions if you don`t understand something. You can do it even after classes,
if you don`t want to interrupt the teacher during the lesson. Teachers are concerned with your
success, so don’t be afraid to talk to your teacher and ask for help if you need it before your test.
5. __________________________________
Take a short 10-15-minute break to recharge. Short study sessions are more effective and help
you make the most of your study time.
Using these tips can help you to develop and improve your studying skills. Knowing how to
optimize your learning process and do it effectively is a good practice that will help in any sphere
of your life.
Keys: 1c 2d 3a 4e 5b

3. Grammar bonus Imperative Mood (to the book)

3a To give orders, tips and advice we use a particular grammar structures called Imperative
mood. Look through the information below to learn more about the structure.

Imperative Mood
(Don’t) + V
Imperatives are used to:
a) give commands (orders) or prohibition
E.g.: Don’t stay up all night before an exam! Be on time tomorrow!
b) give instructions
E.g.: Pass an exam to receive diploma and find work in your specialty.
c) make requests
E.g.: Fill out the application form with black ink.

3b Correct the mistakes in these sentences.

1. Sign and to date the exam sheet, please.

2. You give me that pen, please.
3. Do you not play soccer in the class-room.
4. To listen to your teacher and be quit, please.
5. Don’t worrying if you make a mistake.
6. Don’t forgetting to do your homework!
7. Does not disturb a teacher.
8. You pass me a pencil, please.
9. Not to talk during the lesson.
10. Don’t being late for school.
Keys:
 1. Sign and date the exam sheet, please.
2. Give me that pen, please.
3. Don’t play soccer in the class-room.
4. Listen to your teacher and be quit, please.
5. Don’t worry if you make a mistake.
6. Don’t forget to do your homework!
7. Don’t disturb a teacher.
8. Pass me a pencil, please.
9. Don’t talk during the lesson.
10. Don’t be late for school.

4. Grammar cards Imperative Mood

4a In turns, students pick a random card and choose the best option to complete the sentences
using the grammar rules they have discussed previously. This activity will help them to drill the
grammar structures.

5. Speaking Charades
5a Charades is an interactive game intended to drill particular grammar structure and/or
vocabulary in a gaming way. In turns, students pick a random card with a sentence that contains
modals of obligation and imperatives. Not showing the card to anyone, they have to make
others guess the sentence in it using mimes, gestures and signs, but not saying a word. Through
guessing the sentence, other players drill the structures.
Lesson 3
4C You’ve got the job
1. Warm-up Jobs Taboo
1a In turns, students pick random cards and try to explain the word (on jobs and professions)
written in capital letters avoiding the words written below in the card. They are supposed to
use different synonyms and associations without those mentioned in the card, which makes
the process of explanation easier.

1b Using the two types of cards depicted below, students are supposed to match a set of
different job requirements with jobs themselves. Ask them to explain their choice.

2. Reading How to write a CV (to the book)

2b Answer the questions below.
1. Have you ever written a CV in English? How was it?
2. What are the most important things to put on CV?
 3. How can CV affect the result of an interview? How important is it to prepare the
impactful resume?

2a Read the text. Open the brackets to fill in the gaps with the proper imperatives.

How to write an efficient CV

When you are looking for a job, your CV can be very helpful as it is some kind of
conclusion about your work experience and achievements. Properly written CV can attract
different international and local companies that want to hire highly qualified specialists. So if
you don’t know how to create it, follow this recommendations:
a. _________ (to be) simple with design of your CV as bright and chaotic image can push
away your potential employer.
b. _________ (to show) how outstanding you are by including information about your
specific and uncommon skills gained during previous work.
c. _________ (to make) you CV appropriate for a vacancy you are applying for. You
need to work out features of an industry and a company to be suitable for it.
d. _________ (not to write) wrong information as it will never help and even can spoil
your interview.
e. _________ (to check) and _________ (to recheck) all information you write – for
spelling, vocabulary and grammar mistakes. There has been no case when silly mistakes
impressed someone.
f. _________ (not to forget) to update your CV – it must contain not only recent data but
also it has to meet all requirements presented in a job advert.
g. _________ (to use) templates that can make your CV structured and clear for your
potential employer.
You will definitely be invited on interview for the job of your dream if you pay attention to
these rules!
Keys: a)Be b)Show c)Make d)Don’t write e)Check/recheck f)Don’t forget g)Use

3. Video 5 Interview Tips (to the book)

3a Answer the questions given below.
1. Have you ever failed an interview? What was the reason?
2. What typical interview questions do you know?
3. What are the most important things to show during the interview?
3b Look through the vocabulary below prior to watching the video.
master tips, get a job offer, research a position, highlight the achievements,
tailor the interview

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3c Mark the statements True (T) or False (F) according to the video.
_____ 1. You need to know company`s competitors before going to the interview.
_____ 2. There is no sense in studying company`s website.
_____ 3. It is impossible to prepare answers to questions for the interview.
_____ 4. Success stories can help during the interview.
_____ 5. It is impolite and unprofessional ask interviewers questions.
_____ 6. The most important thing is to tailor your entire interview.
Keys: 1T 2F 3F 4T 5F 6T

4. Speaking Interviews Conversation cards

4a In turns, students pick random cards from the pile and answer interview-related
questions. Encourage them to apply the information they have just learnt in the discussion
and share their experience.

4b In pairs, students read the cards with their situations and role-play them using the
vocabulary and interview tips they have just discussed. Students may role-play the situations
simultaneously in order not to waste time.
5. Project ‘Writing a CV’ (to the book)
5a You have found the job advert (see below) and your task is to write an efficient CV and
be invited for the interview.

TRAVEL AGENCY
LOOKING FOR A PRODUCT MANAGER
Job description:
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to have a perfect job, then you have found the one.
The main responsibility is to make our clients happy with our services and their trips.

Job responsibilities:
 evaluating the quality of service we offer to our clients
 visiting locations, resorts, hostels, hotels we would like to cooperate with
 writing a detailed feedback
 assisting in developing market strategy for advancement of the service, place or
product

Requirements:
 more than 1-year work experience in the sphere
 excellent writing and presentation skills
 appropriate communication skills
 basic PC skills
 references from previous work places
Lesson 4
4D Climbing up a career ladder
1. Lead-in JOBS Crossword (to the book)
1a Complete the crossword by answering the questions below.
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3

2
1
9 10

6 11

1. a system of working in which people can change the time they start or finish work
2. a person who is given the power to do something instead of another person
3. the number of people who do not have a job
4. the job or type of job that a person has
5. the act of raising someone to a higher or more important position or rank
6. an increase in the amount that you are paid for the work you do
7. the money that the government gives to people who are unemployed
8. a time when someone does not go to work or school but is free to do what they want, such as
travel or relax
9. to leave your job or stop working because of old age or ill health
10. a person who is learning and practicing the skills of a particular job
11. the amount of money that someone is paid for working
Keys: 1flexitime 2deputy 3unemployment 4occupation 5promotion 6raise 7dole 8vacation
9retire 10trainee 11earnings
 1b Students discuss work-related questions to introduce the questions.

2. Listening (to the book)

2a Prior to listening, look through the vocabulary below. Find the definitions for the
unknown words.
a. Succeeding 1. a promise or firm decision to do something
b. Efficient 2. a person you spend a lot of time with
c. Commitment 3. achieving something that you have
been aiming for
d. Neat 4. arriving, doing something, or happening at
the expected, correct time
e. Stand out 5. now or without waiting or thinking
f. Companion 6. tidy, with everything in its place
g. Employee 7. working or operating quickly and effectively in
an organized way
h. Punctual 8. to be much better than other similar things
or people; to be very noticeable
i. Immediately 9. someone who is paid to work for someone else
Keys: 1c 2f 3a 4h 5i 6d 7b 8e 9g

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2b Watch again and fill in the gaps with the missing words.
1. You have to become very ___________ in a task and be sure to become known for it.
2. The respect for the __________ indicates the commitment that one has for employment.
3. Look at your dress, be __________, clean, above all clean.
4. A good presentation always __________.
 5. In case there is a crisis, offer your __________ immediately.
6. Thus you will __________ the support of your companions, something fundamental to
ascend without speaking badly of you behind your back.
7. Do not __________ the minutes, so you will give the impression to your boss that you
are committed to your work.
Keys: 1)efficient 2)schedule 3)neat 4)stands out 5)help 6)gain 7)count

3. Reading ‘10 Tips How to Succeed in Your Career’ (to the book)
3a Read the article and find the heading for the paragraphs.

Career Success: 10 Tips to Succeed in Your Career

Once you graduate from college and find a job, your next immediate goal is to succeed in your career. As
the market has become so competitive, doing well in your job and moving forward with your career is very
important. But what can make you special? The answer is simply a strong desire to perform well. When
you have the right mindset, you will climb the career ladder.

Here are the top 10 career success secrets on how to succeed at work.

1) __________________________________________________________________________

When you bring fresh ideas to the table and take initiative, start new projects and create new opportunities
for the business in today's competitive career sphere, employers will be looking for you.

2) __________________________________________________________________________

One of the best ways to achieve career success is to keep assessing your performance and not wait for
annual appraisals. Set short-term goals when you're new to a job – create a detailed plan to achieve these
goals, break the tasks down into weekly or even daily tasks, fill out a small form at the end of the week or
even show your report to your managers at some point to show how you've progressed.

3) _________________________________________________________________________

To succeed in your career, you have to be willing to learn. After you’ve graduated, your professional life
will be very different from college. Sometimes what you’re supposed to do in your job, doesn’t correspond
with what you learnt at university. If you are not ready to take challenges and gain new skills, you will not
succeed.

4) __________________________________________________________________________

To succeed in your new job and achieve career success, you will have to be aware of what your managers
need. Try to be ahead of your boss by asking yourself, “If I were my boss, what would I want done next?”
When you get things done in time and take the initiative to do them yourself, you will show a positive
attitude to higher management.
5) __________________________________________________________________________

Communication is a key to an employee's and an organization's success. If your manager has to ask you for
a status report, you're not doing everything you could do. The idea is to clearly communicate and inform
that a task is done, and move on to the next task.

6) __________________________________________________________________________

Remember you're not paid for 'working hard' or 'staying busy.' At the end of the day, what matters to your
employer is how much you have done. Therefore, keep in mind that you're paid for achieving clearly
defined goals that significantly impact the company's performance and overall mission and vision. When
you’ve kept this goal-oriented mindset, it will help you to achieve career success.

7) __________________________________________________________________________

The value of action is far greater than that of just words. Use this as a principle of your work – instead of
talking about all the things you can do, and then never actually doing them, you should show management
what you are capable of.

8) __________________________________________________________________________

You need to ensure success when you start a new job. After you earn your boss' trust, he'll have less to
worry about and more free time to focus his attention on other pressing matters. As soon as your boss finds
you trustworthy, he'll delegate tasks to you. Make sure you meet your deadlines and keep your promises.

9) __________________________________________________________________________

It’s easy to turn your problems into your manager's problems. But you need to be the solution provider, not
the problem creator. Great employees solve problems. If you don't have the authority to give the final
verdict on a problem, then make sure you offer solutions to your boss and try to help as much as you can.

10) _________________________________________________________________________

Being a good employee requires compassion and understanding that your manager and other employees are
doing their best. When someone complains about a huge amount of work, it won’t do anyone any good. Try
sharing the responsibilities you are paid for to increase the level of performance.

a) Unless you show your actual contribution, your work won’t be appreciated
b) You won’t succeed until you are ready to learn
c) When you predict future needs, you’ll show the best results in management
d) When you are compassionate, you’ll achieve much more
e) Before you ensure someone, you will need to gain trust
f) Once you communicate well, you’ll get a necessary key
g) When you take initiative, the chances will get higher
h) First actions, then words
i) Be the solution provider
 j) If you assess your performance regularly, you will the progress

Keys: 1g 2j 3b 4c 5f 6a 7h 8e 9i 10d

4. Grammar Future Time Clauses (to the book)

Future time clauses

To talk about different situation in the future, we need to use the future time clauses.

Before I go home, I will finish this report

FUTURE TIME CLAUSE MAIN CLAUSE

 begin with the time words such as if, when,  describes future results using future tenses
before, after, as soon as, as long as, once, structures (will, be going to, Present
until, unless Continuous)
 NEVER contain future tenses structures  can contain imperatives
(will, be going to, Present continuous)  can come first in the sentence
 Remember not to use negative particles  is separated from the future time clause
with unless (= if not) and until (= not with a comma, if the time clause comes
sooner than) first

If you regularly overwork, you will get tired very soon.

You won’t be promoted unless you show great results.
As soon as you arrive at the office, call your boss.

4a Put verbs in brackets into the correct form.

1. I __________ (work) as an accountant after I ___________ (graduate) from the
university.
2. My father ___________ (get) a promotion as soon as his manager __________ (estimate)
his project.
3. She __________ (wear) her new skirt to work if the weather __________ (be) warm and
sunny tomorrow.
4. I __________ (call) you back right after I __________ (finish) my negotiations with our
Indian clients.
5. Unless she __________ (show) her effectiveness in this project, I ___________ (need) to
fire her.
 6. If our department __________ (fulfill) our targets for this month, we __________ (have)
some corporative party.
7. My boss ___________ (play) golf before he ___________ (go) on dinner with our
business partners.
8. Suzi __________ (phone) technical service department in case she __________ (have)
problems with her computer.
9. My manager __________ (create) a list of tasks as soon as she __________ (get) an
email from top management.
10. I __________ (be) in charge of the next project if my colleague __________ (refuse).
11. My sister __________ (get) a job as soon as she ___________ (start) to apply for it – but
she isn’t doing it!
12. He __________ (take) a day off when his son __________ (have) prom party.
13. My colleague ___________ (be) late for our meeting if she __________ (go) by car -
because of traffic jam.
14. When our department ___________ (finish) an annual report, we ___________ (start) to
do the nest one!
15. As soon as my company __________ (relocate) our office, it ___________ (take) me a
half of an hour to commute.
Keys: 1)will work/graduate 2)will get/estimates 3)will wear/is 4)will call/finish 5)shows/will need 6)fulfills/will
have 7)will play/goes 8)will phone/has 9)will create/gets 10)will be/refuses 11)will get/starts 12)will take/has
13)will be/goes 14)finishes/will start 15)relocates/will take

4b Put verbs from the box in the text using the correct form.
need have want start be(x2)
face feel present work spoil

Dear Max,
Thank you for your email – I am happy to read that you’ve got a job at that cool computer
games company.
Of course, I can give you some recommendations how to become the best worker in the office.
As soon as your working week 2)__________, you 1)___________ to set your alarm clock to
be sure you’ll wake up on time. Because if you 3)___________ late for your first day, it
4)___________ an opinion of your boss about you and your effectiveness. You 5)__________
to think about your appearance and wardrobe if there 6)__________ some dress code at the
company. Be ready to ask a lot of questions until you 7)___________ yourself adapted to the
working process. When you 8)___________ with team on some project, our colleagues
9)___________ to know your opinion and to share theirs so you will have a lot of
communication and debates with them. Don’t be shy if you 10)__________ your idea to the
team or your manager as it won’t be helpful. You are smart and very creative!
Write me if you 11)__________ some problem – I’ll help you with big pleasure. I wish you
good luck!
Love,
Your Mum.
Keys: 1starts; 2will need; 3are; 4will spoil; 5will have; 6is; 7feel; 8work; 9will want; 10present; 11face

5. Conversation Work Talk Show

5a Before the start of the talk-show, students choose their expert-roles. Teacher reads the
situation and students start discussing it, acting according to their role.