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Choose the correct option
After leaving school, Anna decided to take a __________ to travel and volunteer abroad.
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Soft skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and time __________ are essential in any career.
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He applied for a position as a graphic designer because it offers a flexible work __________.
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Volunteering in a summer camp provides young people with valuable __________ experience.
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Transform the sentences into Reported Speech:
Taras said "I am preparing my CV for an internship today" .
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Transform the sentences into Reported Speech:
Sarah said "She take a gap year before entering university"
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Transform the sentences into Reported Speech:
My mother said " I have prepared my project"
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Transform the sentences into Reported Speech:
The team members said "We will complete the project by next Friday,"
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Read the text and do the tasks that follow.
Is a Gap Year Worth It? Many secondary school graduates face a difficult choice: whether to enter university immediately or to take a gap year. Historically popular in the UK and Europe, the idea of spending 12 months traveling, working, or doing charity work before higher education is now spreading globally. Proponents argue that a gap year prevents academic burnout and allows teenagers to test potential professions in real life before spending money on tuition. Working in a local office, interning at a firm, or assisting in non-governmental organizations gives school-leavers hands-on experience. On the other hand, critics worry that taking a year off makes it harder to get back into the routine of studying. Career experts suggest that a successful gap year requires strict self-discipline and a clear plan.
Taking a gap year is only popular in Ukraine.
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Read the text and do the tasks that follow.
Is a Gap Year Worth It? Many secondary school graduates face a difficult choice: whether to enter university immediately or to take a gap year. Historically popular in the UK and Europe, the idea of spending 12 months traveling, working, or doing charity work before higher education is now spreading globally. Proponents argue that a gap year prevents academic burnout and allows teenagers to test potential professions in real life before spending money on tuition. Working in a local office, interning at a firm, or assisting in non-governmental organizations gives school-leavers hands-on experience. On the other hand, critics worry that taking a year off makes it harder to get back into the routine of studying. Career experts suggest that a successful gap year requires strict self-discipline and a clear plan.
A gap year can help students avoid feeling exhausted from school studies.
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Read the text and do the tasks that follow.
Is a Gap Year Worth It? Many secondary school graduates face a difficult choice: whether to enter university immediately or to take a gap year. Historically popular in the UK and Europe, the idea of spending 12 months traveling, working, or doing charity work before higher education is now spreading globally. Proponents argue that a gap year prevents academic burnout and allows teenagers to test potential professions in real life before spending money on tuition. Working in a local office, interning at a firm, or assisting in non-governmental organizations gives school-leavers hands-on experience. On the other hand, critics worry that taking a year off makes it harder to get back into the routine of studying. Career experts suggest that a successful gap year requires strict self-discipline and a clear plan.
Working during a gap year offers practical professional experience.
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Read the text and do the tasks that follow.
Is a Gap Year Worth It? Many secondary school graduates face a difficult choice: whether to enter university immediately or to take a gap year. Historically popular in the UK and Europe, the idea of spending 12 months traveling, working, or doing charity work before higher education is now spreading globally. Proponents argue that a gap year prevents academic burnout and allows teenagers to test potential professions in real life before spending money on tuition. Working in a local office, interning at a firm, or assisting in non-governmental organizations gives school-leavers hands-on experience. On the other hand, critics worry that taking a year off makes it harder to get back into the routine of studying. Career experts suggest that a successful gap year requires strict self-discipline and a clear plan.
Experts believe you don't need any planning for a gap year.
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Read the text and do the tasks that follow.
Is a Gap Year Worth It? Many secondary school graduates face a difficult choice: whether to enter university immediately or to take a gap year. Historically popular in the UK and Europe, the idea of spending 12 months traveling, working, or doing charity work before higher education is now spreading globally. Proponents argue that a gap year prevents academic burnout and allows teenagers to test potential professions in real life before spending money on tuition. Working in a local office, interning at a firm, or assisting in non-governmental organizations gives school-leavers hands-on experience. On the other hand, critics worry that taking a year off makes it harder to get back into the routine of studying. Career experts suggest that a successful gap year requires strict self-discipline and a clear plan.
What are two main advantages of taking a gap year mentioned in the text?
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Read the text and do the tasks that follow.
Is a Gap Year Worth It? Many secondary school graduates face a difficult choice: whether to enter university immediately or to take a gap year. Historically popular in the UK and Europe, the idea of spending 12 months traveling, working, or doing charity work before higher education is now spreading globally. Proponents argue that a gap year prevents academic burnout and allows teenagers to test potential professions in real life before spending money on tuition. Working in a local office, interning at a firm, or assisting in non-governmental organizations gives school-leavers hands-on experience. On the other hand, critics worry that taking a year off makes it harder to get back into the routine of studying. Career experts suggest that a successful gap year requires strict self-discipline and a clear plan.
What risk do critics highlight regarding taking a year off?
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Match each person with the correct statement
Yevhen (17): "I am taking a year off to volunteer with an environmental group. I want to see how real ecological projects work before choosing my major."
Chooses a traditional academic path immediately after school.
Oksana (18): "My dream is to work in medicine. I have already submitted my documents and I am ready for long years of intensive academic study."
Combines entry-level work with self-education during a gap period.
Kateryna (18): "I think choosing a job is all about soft skills. You can learn any software on the job, but communication and adaptability are key."
Believes personal qualities are more important than specific technical knowledge when starting out.
Denys (17): "I don't want to hurry into university. I plan to work in a local coffee shop and save money for a laptop while learning coding online."
Wants to test a specific professional field through charity and volunteer work.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsuQA3-__WU&t=65s
What job did Mark do during the first half of his gap year?
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Choose ONE of the topics below and write a paragraph (90–120 words):
Topic A: "Should every school-leaver take a gap year before entering university?" State your opinion and give two arguments.
Topic B: "What skills and personal qualities will be most important for future professions in the next decade?"
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