1.2.4 Sample Test(III)
Part Three: Collaborative task and discussion
Your friend is going to attend a job interview. Talk together for about 2 minutes about some of the things that are important for a successful interview and decide which three are the most important. Here are some ideas to help you.
· Information about the company
· Information about the vacancy
· Extra resume and letters of recommendation(附带简历和推荐信)
· Dress
· Confidence
· Etiqutte（礼仪）
· Punctuality（准时）
· Thank-you note（感谢信）
Suggested answer:
A: How can I succeed in the upcoming interview?
B: Most interviews form their opinion of you in the first few minutes of a meeting. So you should take the chance and make a good impression.
A: Does it mean I have to dress formally?
B: That's true. Dress smart. This is the first time the interviewer will see you and, like it or not, what you wear could affect your chances of securing the job.
A: I see what you mean. I should also be friendly to the receptionist, office assistant, or anyone else who may greet me before and after the interview.
B: That's just what I was thinking. And remember to bring along an extra resume and letters of recommendation in case the interviewer doesn't have them handy.
A: I couldn't agree more. There is no danger when there is preparedness.
B: The last imporant thing is you should never be nervous during the interview. You should keep your spirits up and maintain your confidence.
A: That's absolutely true. Confidence is all I need.
form their opinion [əˈpɪnjən] of you: 形成他们对你的看法
smart: 整洁漂亮
receptionist: [rɪˈsepʃənɪst] 接待员 greet：打招呼
along：一起 bring along: 把...带来 bring along a extra resume: 多带一份简历 in case: 以防
preparedness： 准备好的状态
keep your spirits up：振作起来 maintain your confidence：保持自信