Cambridge IELTS 16 · General Training · Test 4 · Section 2
Should You Pay Someone To Write Your Cv? & Starting A New Job — IELTS Reading Answers
All 13 answers for Should You Pay Someone To Write Your Cv? & Starting A New Job, Cambridge IELTS 16 General Training Reading Test 4 Section 2, with the passage evidence and an explanation for each.
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Should You Pay Someone To Write Your Cv? & Starting A New Job answer key at a glance
Questions 15–27. Tap an answer to see the evidence.
What this section tests
This section is tested with Sentence Completion (Q15–20), Note Completion (Q21–27). Each section below gives the strategy for that question type, the answers, and the sentence that proves them.
Questions 15–20: Sentence Completion
Strategy: Find the stem's keyword in the passage, then complete the sentence with the exact words the grammar requires, within the word limit.
“how to highlight their most relevant strengths”
The gap names what a CV should do with strengths; advisers show 'how to highlight their most relevant strengths'.
“cut out unnecessary or irrelevant details”
A plural noun for removable content fits; job seekers should 'cut out unnecessary or irrelevant details'.
“HR professionals and recruiters with relevant experience can also have valuable insights into what companies are looking for”
The gap needs a noun for expert understanding; recruiters 'can also have valuable insights into what companies are looking for'.
“Ask to see samples of their work or use personal recommendations before you choose a CV writing service”
A plural noun for examples of work is needed; 'ask to see samples of their work' before choosing a service.
“You'll probably need to answer an in-depth email questionnaire or be interviewed before any writing actually starts”
A noun for a long email form fits; you may need to 'answer an in-depth email questionnaire'.
“Being involved in the writing process means your CV sounds authentic”
An adjective describes the CV's voice; being involved means 'your CV sounds authentic'.
Questions 21–27: Note Completion
Strategy: Predict the word class from the note, find the paraphrase of the note's keyword in the passage, then copy the answer exactly within the word limit.
“Having a routine you like and sticking to it definitely impacts on your overall happiness”
A noun for a regular pattern is needed; 'having a routine you like and sticking to it' affects happiness.
“You've probably already been into the office for an interview, so you'll have some idea of what the dress code is”
The gap names workplace clothing rules; an interview gives 'some idea of what the dress code is'.
“Accepting an invite to lunch with your boss and co-workers will allow you to get to know the people you'll be working with on a more personal level. It will also help you get a handle on personalities and work styles”
A plural noun for characters fits; lunch helps you 'get a handle on personalities and work styles'.
“Accepting an invite to lunch with your boss and co-workers will allow you to get to know the people you'll be working with on a more personal level. It will also help you get a handle on personalities and work styles. To ensure the lunch goes well, have a few conversation starters in mind”
A plural noun phrase for chat openers is needed; 'have a few conversation starters in mind'.
“With this new-found understanding, take some time over the initial period to think about what goals you have for your new role. In identifying these early on, you’ll be one step closer to positioning yourself for success”
The gap names aims for the role; think about 'what goals you have for your new role'.
“It's important that you approach your new job with an open mind”
A noun phrase for an unprejudiced approach fits; 'approach your new job with an open mind'.
“make sure you understand the way things are done before rushing into giving suggestions on improvements”
A plural noun for suggested changes is needed; wait before 'giving suggestions on improvements'.
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the Should You Pay Someone To Write Your Cv? & Starting A New Job passage come from?
It is Section 2 of Cambridge IELTS 16 General Training Reading Test 4, and it covers Questions 15–27.
What question types appear in Should You Pay Someone To Write Your Cv? & Starting A New Job?
The section is tested with Sentence Completion, Note Completion. Each type is explained on this page, alongside the answers.
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