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Section 5 Interviews

Unit 18The successful interview candidate

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Outline:

A. Preparation a. Useful tips b. VocabularyB. ConversationsC. UnderstandingD. Get speaking

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A. Preparation

a.USEFUL TIPS:

• Answer questions fully. Avoid very short answers.• Be sure about the details on your résumé, and be prepared to talk about your

achievements and experience in depth.• Research the background of the company or organization.• Listen carefully to the questions you are asked. Answer them with relevant

information.

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b.Vocabulary:

1. background 背景

2. relevant 相关的

3. subcontractor 转包商，分包商

4. tournament 锦标赛，联赛

5. tributary 支流

6. Volga 伏尔加河

7. envisage 设想

8. pressurized 增压的

9. diplomatic 有策略的，有手腕的

10. panel 小组

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B. Conversation CD Link: http://www.acadsoc.com.cn/IES/Aplayer.aspx?code=82656EE48A7D7E45

Karl Everett from Bergerbild is interviewing people for different positions in the European sales team.

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C. Understanding Answer these questions about the five candidates.

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D. Get speaking

CD Link: http://www.acadsoc.com.cn/IES/Aplayer.aspx?code=B59077F5539158FC

A. Think of your own line of work and the kind of interview you might attend. Play the audio CD to start. When you hear the beep, pause and respond suitably.

B. Write another five questions you might be asked at an interview. Then practise answering them. Record yourself for review, if possible.

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Answer key:Understanding

Get SpeakingAnswers will vary.

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Audio scripts: