Unit 10

Vacancy Announcement

 

1. Find correct words from the text for the following meanings.

 

1. formal public statement about something

 

1. the process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one’s life and claiming one’s right

 

1. able to be shown

 

1. official permission to do something

 

1. a useful or valuable thing or person

 

Answer

 

1. announcement

 

1. empowerment

 

1. demonstrable

 

1. extension

 

1. beneficiary

 

 

 

1. Complete the sentences with correct words from the text. Use one word only.

 

1. UN Women works for…………. between males and females.

 

1. It is looking for …………. from Nepalese citizens.

 

1. Both job titles require …………. of secondary education.

 

1. If someone wants to submit an…………. application, they should visit the given website.

 

1. An application for the post of driver should be able to have…………. in English.

 

Answer

 

1. UN Women works for the equality between males and females.

 

1. It is looking for applications from Nepalese citizens.

 

1. Both job titles require completion of secondary education.

 

1. If someone wants to submit an online application, they should visit the given website.

 

1. An application for the post of driver should be able to have fluency in English.

 

1. Answer these questions.

 

1. What do CCNE, MCSE, and MCP stand for?

 

1. Where is the work station for both the jobs?

 

1. Who are UN Women working for?

 

1. Why do you think the working duration is only for a year?

 

1. How is the job made inclusive?

 

Answer

 

1. CCNE stands for Cisco Certified Network Engineer, MSCE stands for Microsoft Certified Engineer and MCP stands for Microsoft Certified Professional.

 

1. The work station for both the jobs is Kathmandu, Nepal.

 

1. UN Women is working for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human humanitarian action and peace and security.

 

1. I think the working duration is only for a year because the program of UN may not be extended.

 

1. The job is made inclusive because UN Women is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture.

 

 

 

1. What other types of advertisement do you find published in different media?

 

Answer

 

Here are some common types of advertisements published across various medias:

 

Radio Advertising: Radio ads are broadcast over the radio airwaves. They rely solely on audio to capture the attention of listeners. Radio commercials often use jingles, catchy slogans, or persuasive narratives to convey their message effectively.

 

Print Advertising: This includes advertisements in newspapers, magazines, brochures, and flyers. Print ads typically feature a combination of text, images, and graphics to promote products, services, or brands.

 

Television Advertising: Television commercials are widely used to reach a large audience. These ads are typically short videos that air during breaks in TV shows or as standalone advertisements. They often utilize storytelling, visuals, and sound to engage viewers.

 

 

Social Media Advertising: Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn offer advertising options to businesses. These ads can appear in users’ feeds, stories, or as sponsored content.

 

 

 

Writing I

 

Imagine your school is looking for an office assistant. Prepare a vacancy advertisement for the position.

 

Vacancy Announcement

 

A highly reputed school of Khairahani requires an energetic, dynamic and self-motivated candidate for the following:

 

Post: Office Assistant

 

Qualifications: +2 or equivalent

 

Experience: At least 2 years in an office setting

 

Other Qualities:

 

– Excellent communication and customer service skills

 

– Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

 

– Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

If you are interested in this position, please submit your complete biodata, photocopies of certificates and other

 

testimonials not later than September-10, 2023 to:

 

The Principal,

 

Khairahani Secondary School,

 

Khairahani, Chitwan

 

Email: khirahanisschool@gmail.com

 

Phone: 056-582924

 

Grammar I

 

Complete the sentences with the correct prepositions from the box. You may use them more than once.

 

[in, at, on, under, before, over, behind, in front of]

 

1. Call me ….… the launch break.

 

1. Your school starts at 10 am. You came sharp at 10 am. It means you came ….… time.

 

1. Brush your teeth ……. the evening …..…. you sleep.

 

1. Our school starts ……… Monday.

 

1. Alka will come back ……..… a week.

 

1. It’s cold in there. The baby is ……..… the blanket.

 

1. Your father is coming. Hide ……..… the curtain.

 

1. We exchange cards……..…. our birthdays.

 

1. Palak is busy ..at.. the moment ……… the phone.

 

1. Put the papers …in.. the dustbin.

 

1. Many children are good at using electronic devices …….. the 21st century.

 

1. Rehan parked his bicycle …………… the house, not behind the house.

 

 

 

Answer

 

1. at

 

1. on

 

1. in, before

 

1. on

 

1. after

 

1. under

 

1. behind

 

1. on

 

1. at, on

 

1. in

 

1. in

 

1. in front of

 

 

Invitation

 

1. Read the following definitions and choose the correct words from the texts.

 

1. a particular time when something happens …….…..

 

1. in a warm and friendly way ………..

 

1. domestic birds such as chicken, ducks, etc. ……….

 

1. difficult …………

 

1. in or to a foreign country or countries ……..….

 

1. very happy …………….

 

Answer

 

1. occasion

 

1. cordially

 

1. poultry

 

1. tough

 

1. abroad

 

1. delighted

 

 

 

1. Read the texts again and choose the correct answers.

 

1. Manjit Joshi is the father of

 

1. Mr. Bikas Prasad Joshi

 

1. Mrs Honey Joshi

 

• Sangam Joshi

 

1. The Bratabandha party starts

 

1. late morning

 

1. ealry afternoon

 

• early evening

 

1. Rahim’s family is happy because

 

1. his father worked abroad for three years.

 

1. his father had tough three years in a foreign country.

 

• his father had decided to start his own business in his homeland

 

1. Rahim sent the email because

 

1. he wanted Pratik to know about his father’s progress

 

1. Pratik was his friend.

 

• he wanted to invite Pratik to join the event

 

Answer

 

1. Manjit Joshi is the father of

 

• Sangam Joshi

 

1. The Bratabandha party starts

 

• early evening

 

1. Rahim’s family is happy because

 

• his father had decided to start his own business in his homeland

 

1. Rahim sent the email because

 

• he wanted to invite Pratik to join the event

 

 

 

1. Read the texts again and answer these questions.

 

1. What is the first card for?

 

1. Where is the Bratabandha party taking place?

 

1. What does R.S.V.P. mean?

 

1. Who wrote the email to whom?

 

1. When is Rahim’s father starting his business?

 

1. Do you like Rahim’s father’s decision? Why?

 

Answer

 

1. The first card is for an invitation to attend the opening ceremony.

 

1. The Bratabandha party is taking place at Yak Palace, Kali Marg, New Baneshwor.

 

1. S.V.P. means ‘Please respond’.

 

1. Rahim wrote the email to Pratik.

 

1. Rahim’s father is starting his business next week.

 

1. Yes, I like Rahim’s father’s decision because he is starting business in his own home area.

 

Grammar II

 

1. Read the following sentences and correct the mistakes in question tags.

 

1. Kunal has gone to market, haven’t he?

 

1. Ram and Laxman are twins, are not they?

 

1. Abdul will buy a new car, won’t Abdul?

 

1. Dolma has a car, hasn’t she?

 

1. Sanam had written a letter, didn’t they?

 

1. Someone is whispering, isn’t he?

 

1. I never go out in the evening, don’t I?

 

1. Let’s have a party, will you?

 

1. I am doing great at school, amn’t I?

 

Answer

 

1. Kunal has gone to market, hasn’t he?

 

1. Ram and Laxman are twins, aren’t they?

 

1. Abdul will buy a new car, won’t he?

 

1. Dolma has a car, doesn’t she?

 

1. Sanam had written a letter, hadn’t she?

 

1. Someone is whispering, aren’t they?

 

1. I never go out in the evening, do I?

 

1. Let’s have a party, shall we?

 

1. I am doing great at school, aren’t I?

 

 

 

1. Supply the correct question tags to the following statements.

 

1. Seema enjoyed the event a lot, ………………?

 

1. My father has recently returned home from abroad, ………………?

 

1. Rajkumar cannot write with his left hand, ………………?

 

1. Nabina had decided not to go to a university, ………………?

 

1. My mother believes in honesty, ………………?

 

1. My neighbour is starting his new business, ………………?

 

1. I am good at drawing, ………………?

 

1. My brother and sister are happy, ………………?

 

1. We have arranged a meeting at 6:00 pm, ………………?

 

1. Nishu won’t buy a new notebook, ………………?

 

1. Nobody has solved the puzzle, ………………?

 

1. They hardly attend social functions, ………………?

 

Answer

 

1. Seema enjoyed the event a lot, didn’t she?

 

1. My father has recently returned home from abroad, hasn’t he?

 

1. Rajkumar cannot write with his left hand, can he?

 

1. Nabina had decided not to go to a university, hadn’t he?

 

1. My mother believes in honesty, doesn’t she?

 

1. My neighbour is starting his new business, isn’t he?

 

1. I am good at drawing, aren’t I?

 

1. My brother and sister are happy, aren’t they?

 

1. We have arranged a meeting at 6:00 pm, haven’t we?

 

1. Nishu won’t buy a new notebook, will she?

 

1. Nobody has solved the puzzle, have they?

 

1. They hardly attend social functions, do they?

 

Writing II

 

Imagine your uncle has recently got a new job. Your family is oraganising a party to celebrate the achievement.

 

Now, write a message of invitation to your friend to attend the party.

 

 

 

September 5, 2023

 

Subject: Join Us in Celebrating Uncle’s New Job!

 

Hi Sunil,

 

I hope this message finds you well! I have some exciting news to share – my uncle has just landed an amazing new job, and we’re organizing a party to celebrate his achievement. The entire family is buzzing with excitement, and we would love for you to be a part of this special day.

 

Details are as follows:

 

Date: 10 September 2023

 

Time: 2:00 pm

 

Location: Disney Park Resort

 

We’ve got a fantastic evening planned with delicious food, great music, and, most importantly, wonderful company. It would mean a lot to both me and my uncle if you could join us to share in this joyous occasion.

 

If you can make it, please reply to this message or give me a call at 9845385435. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out as well.

 

We’re really looking forward to having you at the party and celebrating this exciting new chapter in my uncle’s life. It wouldn’t be the same without you!

 

Warm regards,

 

Sagar Pandit