Task B1, Video 2, Part 1 - T/F & Multi-select Comprehension Questions

Select the best answer(s) for each question.

The questions asked by viewers of the TV programme include: (Select 4)
1. Why do colleges and universities bother asking prospective students for their intended major?
2. Why is English such a versatile major?
3. Is it important to include your intended major on a college application form?
4. Which college major is most flexible?
5. Do you advise people to have a template for a resume (CV)?
6. How can I make an oustanding resume (CV)?
7. How can I perform impressively on a job interview?
With regard to an applicant's major, top admissions officers of American universities have four expectations. What are they? (Select 4)
1. Declare your major on the application form
2. Delcare your major in the second year
3. Get an inkling of what you think
4. Learn more about the careers that major subjects lead to
5. Try to figure out what you love while you take your classes
6. Write down 'undecided' on the application form
7. Go to university first and take a large number of classes
What are four reasons given by Jordan as to why English is such a versatile major subject? (Select 4)
1. It fosters general skill sets.
2. It fosters specific skill sets.
3. It fosters creativity.
4. It fosters specific problem-solving skills.
5. It fosters general problem-solving skills.
6. It fosters analytical thinking.
7. It fosters creative problem-solving.
What are four pieces of advice Jordan gives about resumes? (CVs) (Select 4)
1. Send tons of resumes to the same company.
2. Design your resume (CV) to the job you are applying for.
3. List a clear and specific objective on your resume
4. Show on your resume how your skills are relevant to the job
5. If possible, include a good personal recommendation on your resume possibly of someone you know who works there
6. Have more than one version of your resume
7. Rely on your resume template and send out as many as possible.
What four pieces of advice does Jordan give about how to make a good impression on a job interview? (Select 4)
1. Show that you can tackle problems uniquely.
2. Show passion for the position / work you are applying for.
3. Do as you are told.
4. Have original ideas.
5. Show your experience.
6. 'Wing' it.
7. Learn the company's successes and challenges before the interview.
Colleges in the United States ask applicants to include their intended major because they want to exclude that applicant if the major is already full.
1. True
2. False
3. Not given
Jordan's major subject prepared him well for his current work.
1. True
2. False
3. Not given
A person who majors in History has very little chance of finding work in the United States.
1. True
2. False
3. Not given
Viewers are sending their questions via social media.
1. True
2. False
3. Not given.
If you are recommended by someone you know who works at the comany, the hiring manager or employer may look at your CV longer than others.
1. True
2. False
3. Not given