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1. 10textb The Interview Go to Text A

2. content • Text Reading • Time for Fun • First Reading • Second Reading • Detailed Study of Text B • Summary of Text B

3. First reading • First Reading Read the text and then decide whether the following statements are True or Falseaccording to the text. • A prospective employer is one who is expected to offer you a job. • ( ) • 2. Before the interview, be sure you have collected and reviewed • the necessary information about your personal qualifications. • ( ) • 3. It is helpful for you to know as much as possible about the job, the company, and the people you will meet. ( ) • 4. It gives the employer a good impression to say whatever you like. ( ) F T T F 1/2

4. First reading2 • First Reading 5. Politeness in your behavior and conversation is also of great importance in your interview. ( ) 6. One of the principles for a successful interview is to be on time. ( ) 7. Another principle you’ll have to stick to is to dress yourself as fashionably as possible. ( ) 8. When the interviewer asks you about your current situation, try to give him/her as many details as possible. ( ) T T F F 2/2

5. Second reading1 • Second Reading Read the text again and answer the following questions • What things should you find out about your prospective • employer? What exactly the firm does, where it is and how long it has been in existence. 2. Why is it important for you to arrive on time for an interview? Because no one wants to employ a member of staff who is always late. 1/3

6. Second reading 2 • Second Reading 3. What should you do when you feel a little nervous before the interview? Take a few deep breaths and let them out slowly. Read through my curriculum vitae again so that it is fresh in my mind. 4. What should you call the interviewer during an interview? Call the interviewer “Sir” or “Madam” or use name he or she asks to use. 2/3

7. Second Reading 5. If you are asked what salary you expect, what should you say? Just state the figure mentioned in the advertisement. 6. What should you do when the interview is at an end? Stand up, wish the interviewer :Good morning” or “Good afternoon”, and walk out. 3/3

8. applicaiton • Detailed Study of Text B The Interview Let us suppose that your letter of applicationfor a job has been received by your prospective employerand you have been asked to go to the office for an interview. How do you prepare yourself and behave during this interview? The following advice should help you get throughthis most important first step towards getting a job. 1/6

9. applicaiton • Detailed Study of Text B The Interview Let us suppose that your letter of applicationfor a job has been received by your prospective employerand you have been asked to go to the office for an interview. How do you prepare yourself and behave during this interview? The following advice should help you get throughthis most important first step towards getting a job. applyv. 1.make a formal request apply for a job/ post/ passport 2. be relevant to, have effect on What I have said applies only to some of you. 3. make practical use of something The results of this research will be applied to new developments in technology. 1/6 Close 1/6

10. Detailed Study of Text B The Interview Let us suppose that your letter of applicationfor a job has been received by your prospective employerand you have been asked to go to the office for an interview. How do you prepare yourself and behave during this interview? The following advice should help you get throughthis most important first step towards getting a job. Prospective a.possible or expected We've had three sets of prospective buyers looking round the house. My mother keeps introducing me to men she considers to be prospective husbands. Close 1/6

11. Get through • Detailed Study of Text B The Interview get through: • manage to live through (a period of time during which something • unpleasant is happening Let us suppose that your letter of applicationfor a job has been received by your prospective employerand you have been asked to go to the office for an interview. How do you prepare yourself and behave during this interview? The following advice should help you get throughthis most important first step towards getting a job. 在我身处困境的时候，我的家人帮我渡过了那段辛酸的日子。 When I was in trouble, my family helped me to get through those miserable days. 2. be successful in or pass ( an examination , a test) I finally managed to get through my driving test. 3. make contact with sb. esp. by telephone I tried ringing you several times yesterday but I couldn’t get through (to you). Close 1/6

12. First of all, do everything you can to prepare forthe interview as soon as you know it is arranged. Make a list ofall the points you want to ask about if you have the chance. Equip yourself withall your certificates and other relevant documents, a list of all the examinations you have passed, denoting subjects and credits, all the schools you have attended, sports you have played and any positions of responsibility held at school. If you have had a job before, then you should list details of this as well and your reasons for leaving. You may already have supplied these details but you should have a copy with you in caseyou are asked for it. It shows efficiency on your part. Prepare for 2/6

13. First of all, do everything you can to prepare forthe interview as soon as you know it is arranged. Make a list ofall the points you want to ask about if you have the chance. Equip yourself withall your certificates and other relevant documents, a list of all the examinations you have passed, denoting subjects and credits, all the schools you have attended, sports you have played and any positions of responsibility held at school. If you have had a job before, then you should list details of this as well and your reasons for leaving. You may already have supplied these details but you should have a copy with you in caseyou are asked for it. It shows efficiency on your part. Prepare for prepare for: to get ready by making necessary arrangements, planning, studying, etc. Let’s hope for the best and prepare for the worst. cf. be prepared to do something: tobe willing to do something, especially something difficult or something that you do not usually do The hero bravely prepared to die for his country. Close 2/6

14. First of all, do everything you can to prepare forthe interview as soon as you know it is arranged. Make a list ofall the points you want to ask about if you have the chance. Equip yourself withall your certificates and other relevant documents, a list of all the examinations you have passed, denoting subjects and credits, all the schools you have attended, sports you have played and any positions of responsibility held at school. If you have had a job before, then you should list details of this as well and your reasons for leaving. You may already have supplied these details but you should have a copy with you in caseyou are asked for it. It shows efficiency on your part. Make a list of make a list of: to put ... on a list Please make a list of those who are coming to the dinner tonight. I make a long list of things we need to get for our new house. Close Close 2/6

15. First of all, do everything you can to prepare forthe interview as soon as you know it is arranged. Make a list ofall the points you want to ask about if you have the chance. Equip yourself withall your certificates and other relevant documents, a list of all the examinations you have passed, denoting subjects and credits, all the schools you have attended, sports you have played and any positions of responsibility held at school. If you have had a job before, then you should list details of this as well and your reasons for leaving. You may already have supplied these details but you should have a copy with you in caseyou are asked for it. It shows efficiency on your part. equip Equip: vt. prepare (sb.) for dealing with a particular situation by providing necessary tools, education, etc.；supply (sb./sth. with what is needed for a particular purpose) for /to do His work experience equipped him to deal with all kinds of people. 他的工作经验使他能与各种各样的人打交道。 equip ... with: to provide with what is necessary for doing something The classroom is equipped with multimedia system. Close 2/6

16. First of all, do everything you can to prepare forthe interview as soon as you know it is arranged. Make a list ofall the points you want to ask about if you have the chance. Equip yourself withall your certificates and other relevant documents, a list of all the examinations you have passed, denoting subjects and credits, all the schools you have attended, sports you have played and any positions of responsibility held at school. If you have had a job before, then you should list details of this as well and your reasons for leaving. You may already have supplied these details but you should have a copy with you in caseyou are asked for it. It shows efficiency on your part. In case in case: if there should be a reason or need In case anybody calls for me, I’ll be back at three o’clock. Taken an umbrella, in case it snows. Close 2/6

17. Secondly, find out all you can about your prospective employer. What exactly the firm does, where it is and how long it has been in existence. At the same time check the times of buses and ferries so that you are sure to arrive on time. In fact, if you can, be a little early. No one wants to employ a member of staff who is always late! Thirdly, make a little extra effort with your appearance. Is your hair tidy? Your shirt freshly pressed?Your dress clean? Shoes polished? So, your preparations complete, you have arrived at the office on time and are waiting to be called for the interview. If you are feeling a little nervous, take a few deep breaths and let them out slowly. Read through your curriculum vitae again so that it is fresh in your mind. 3/6

18. Secondly, find out all you can about your prospective employer. What exactly the firm does, where it is and how long it has been in existence. At the same time check the times of buses and ferries so that you are sure to arrive on time. In fact, if you can, be a little early. No one wants to employ a member of staff who is always late! Thirdly, make a little extra effort with your appearance. Is your hair tidy? Your shirt freshly pressed?Your dress clean? Shoes polished? So, your preparations complete, you have arrived at the office on time and are waiting to be called for the interview. If you are feeling a little nervous, take a few deep breaths and let them out slowly. Read through your curriculum vitae again so that it is on time: punctually, neither early nor late cf.in time: early or soon enough The train arrived on time. Although she was delayed by the traffic jam, she still managed to come to the school in time. Close fresh in your mind. 3/6

19. Secondly, find out all you can about your prospective employer. What exactly the firm does, where it is and how long it has been in existence. At the same time check the times of buses and ferries so that you are sure to arrive on time. In fact, if you can, be a little early. No one wants to employ a member of staff who is always late! Thirdly, make a little extra effort with your appearance. Is your hair tidy? Your shirt freshly pressed?Your dress clean? Shoes polished? So, your preparations complete, you have arrived at the office on time and are waiting to be called for the interview. If you are feeling a little nervous, take a few deep breaths and let them out slowly. Read through your curriculum vitae again so that it is Your shirt freshly pressed? –– This is an elliptical sentence, the complete one should be “Has your shirt been freshly pressed?” The same structure can be found in the next two sentences. Shoes polished? –– Have your shoes been polished? Close fresh in your mind. 3/6

20. Secondly, find out all you can about your prospective employer. What exactly the firm does, where it is and how long it has been in existence. At the same time check the times of buses and ferries so that you are sure to arrive on time. In fact, if you can, be a little early. No one wants to employ a member of staff who is always late! Thirdly, make a little extra effort with your appearance. Is your hair tidy? Your shirt freshly pressed?Your dress clean? Shoes polished? So, your preparations complete, you have arrived at the office on time and are waiting to be called for the interview. If you are feeling a little nervous, take a few deep breaths and let them out slowly. Read through your curriculum vitae again so that it is polish: v.to make or become smooth and bright by continual rubbing Polish your shoes with a brush. It’s an honest book but it hasn’t been polished. (=refine) I’ve got to polish (up) my French before the trip. (=improve) Close fresh in your mind. 3/6

21. Pb_4 When the interviewer or a secretary invites you in, try to show courtesy in your appearance and manner. Stand until you are invited to sit and then sit straight in the chair, do not lounge. Relax and smile. The interviewer will begin by asking you questions about yourself, your curriculum vitae and even perhaps what you hope the future holds. Answer the questions simply, directly and honestly. Do not show impatience if you feel the interviewer is repeating things or asking questions that have no relevance to the matter in hand. 4/6

22. Pb_5 He or she probably just wants to know if you have opinions of your own, and whether you can speak sensibly and coherently. Look straight at the interviewer when you answer questions and if asked about your family or school speak with loyalty and affection. Call the interviewer “Sir” or “Madam” or use a name if you have been asked to do so. Keep your certificates and other documents until they are asked for. If you failed an exam or had a job before do not be afraid to talk about it. If you are asked what salary you expect, state the figure mentioned in the advertisement you replied to. 5/6

23. If you sense that the interview is coming to an end,be ready with your queries. The interviewer may ask you if you have any questions but if you are not asked, wait for a suitable moment. You have as much right to be concerned about your future work as the interviewer has about your ability to do the job.Do not lay undue emphasis onquestions about holidays, days off, lunch breaks, sports facilities, etc. Ask first of all about promotion prospects, other examinations you can take to get When the interview is at an end, stand up, wish the interviewer “Good morning” or “Good afternoon”, and walk out. ahead and so on. 6/6

24. If you sense that the interview is coming to an end,be ready with your queries. The interviewer may ask you if you have any questions but if you are not asked, wait for a suitable moment. You have as much right to be concerned about your future work as the interviewer has about your ability to do the job.Do not lay undue emphasis onquestions about holidays, days off, lunch breaks, sports facilities, etc. Ask first of all about promotion prospects, other examinations you can take to get When the interview is at an end, stand up, wish the interviewer “Good morning” or “Good afternoon”, and walk out. come to an end: to finish; draw to a close The war came to an end at last. be at an end: to be finished I must warn you that my patience is almost at an end. Close ahead and so on. 6/6

25. If you sense that the interview is coming to an end,be ready with your queries. The interviewer may ask you if you have any questions but if you are not asked, wait for a suitable moment. You have as much right to be concerned about your future work as the interviewer has about your ability to do the job.Do not lay undue emphasis onquestions about holidays, days off, lunch breaks, sports facilities, etc. Ask first of all about promotion prospects, other examinations you can take to get When the interview is at an end, stand up, wish the interviewer “Good morning” or “Good afternoon”, and walk out. You have as much right to be concerned about your future work as the interviewer has about your ability to do the job. –– The interviewer has the right to know your ability to do the job. You too have the right to know your future work. 面试者有权了解你是否有做好这份工作的能力,同样有权关心自己未来的工作。 翻译: ahead and so on. Close 6/6

26. If you sense that the interview is coming to an end,be ready with your queries. The interviewer may ask you if you have any questions but if you are not asked, wait for a suitable moment. You have as much right to be concerned about your future work as the interviewer has about your ability to do the job.Do not lay undue emphasis onquestions about holidays, days off, lunch breaks, sports facilities, etc. Ask first of all about promotion prospects, other examinations you can take to get When the interview is at an end, stand up, wish the interviewer “Good morning” or “Good afternoon”, and walk out. lay/put/place ... emphasis on: to give special force or attention to something to show that it is particularly important The government is to adopt a new economic policy which lays a greater emphasis on reducing inflation. In learning a language , emphasis should be put / placed on the use of it . aheadand so on. Close 6/6

27. If you sense that the interview is coming to an end,be ready with your queries. The interviewer may ask you if you have any questions but if you are not asked, wait for a suitable moment. You have as much right to be concerned about your future work as the interviewer has about your ability to do the job.Do not lay undue emphasis onquestions about holidays, days off, lunch breaks, sports facilities, etc. Ask first of all about promotion prospects, other examinations you can take to get When the interview is at an end, stand up, wish the interviewer “Good morning” or “Good afternoon”, and walk out. get ahead: to be successful in the work that you do cf.get ahead of The person with such a poor education is not likely to get ahead in the future job. The car behind us wants to get ahead of us. aheadand so on. Close 6/6

28. summary • Summary of Text B The most important first step in seeking a job is to get through the interview. Get everything ready that is essential before the interview. First of all, equip yourself with certificates and other relevant documents and make a copy, if necessary, of all the items to show your efficiency. Secondly, find out something about the company as well as your prospective employer. Thirdly, make sure that your appearance is neat, that you are relaxed and that you make your CV fresh in your mind. In the interview you should be 1/2 Click the title to continue…

29. friendly, courteous and relaxed. Always remember to answer your questions simply, directly and honestly, for you are supposed to be tested whether you have your own opinions and whether you can speak sensibly and coherently. When the interview is going to an end, you may show your interest in the company by raising any questions concerning your future work, such as your promotion prospects, training courses. Take a polite leave when the interview is finished. summary2 • Summary of Text B 2/2 Click the title to continue…

30. Time for Fun Interview Do’s & Don’ts 1. Interview Do’s Be prepared: Research the company and the position. Practice your answers to Common Interview Questions. Rehearse the Questions with a friend. Prepare your interview materials in advance. Present a professional appearance and demeanor: Wear suitable business attire. Pay attention to your grooming. Arrive Early: Arrive 10 minutes early for your appointment, unless otherwise instructed. 1/3

31. During the Interview: Mind your manners -- be polite, but don’t overdo it. Show self-confidence, not arrogance. Remember to listen – don’t interrupt. Reflect before answering questions. Focus on how your strengths will benefit the company. Ask the questions you prepared in advance. Ask for the job! Say thank you! 2. Interview Don’ts Be Professional: If you are late, don’t make excuses -- apologize once, then move on. Do not project an over-bearing, “know-it-all” attitude. Don’t smoke or wear perfume. Avoid jokes and excessive laughter - keep your humor on the dry side. 2/3

32. Be Positive: Do not ask questions that might raise red flags -- too many questions about bonuses, salary, and vacation may cause the interviewer to think you’re more interested in what his company can do for you than what you can do for the company. Never badmouth your current or previous boss, employer, or associates. Never express intolerance or prejudices -- leave it at home. Do not discuss personal problems or financial needs -- leave them at home, too. 3/3