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Unit 2: The generation gap GLOBAL SUCCESS 11 TỜ SỐ 06 – TEST 01 ENG LISH THÁNG ... Read the following advertisement and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. �� Bridge the Generation Gap – Learn to Work Across Generations! �� Are you a young professional looking (1) ____________ a mentor to guide you through the corporate maze? Or are you an experienced manager trying to understand the new tools used by your younger colleagues? The Knockoff, a novel exploring the generation gap at work, tells the story of a magazine editor determined to adapt to changes brought by the digital era. For the younger generation, using the ability to communicate over social media as a tool (2) ____________ trust with older coworkers is essential. Showing how your methods work is a smart way to gain respect from those around you. (3) ____________ the kind of employee to ask questions with respect, rather than ignoring valuable experience, helps foster better relationships. For the older generation, opening your mind to new social media platforms is a great way to stay relevant in the industry. Looking at every opportunity to ask for help, whether from your children or coworkers, can (4) ____________ the learning process. Accepting that your next mentor could be someone younger than you, someone to inspire and teach you in unexpected ways, is key to success. From the author team who wrote a story about a magazine editor in her forties being challenged by her twenty-something assistant, this message is for anyone trying to find common ground across generations. Let’s create a (5) ____________ where new ideas are embraced, experience is honored, and collaboration is the (6) ____________ to success. [Adapted from https://time.com/3897307/generation-gap-in-the-workplace/?] Question 1: A. forward to B. into C. over D. for Question 2: A. building B. to build C. built D. that built Question 3: A. To be B. Be C. Being D. Been Question 4: A. ease B. easing C. easily D. eased Question 5: A. culture model workplace B. model culture workplace C. culture workplace model D. workplace culture model Question 6: A. essential B. lead C. pave D. key Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12. Understanding the Generation Gap In today’s fast-paced world, the concept of the generation gap has become increasingly (7) ______. It reflects the differences in values between various age groups, often leading to misunderstandings and conflicts. While older generations may value stability and tradition, younger generations often prioritize innovation and change. This divergence can be particularly evident in interactions and communication (8) ______ where technology plays a significant role. (9) ____________ while the younger demographic tends to favor social media platforms for engagement, their elders might prefer face-to-face conversations or emails. Such differences can (10) ____________ tension within families and workplaces, prompting the need for effective dialogue. Bridging this gap is crucial for fostering understanding and collaboration across age groups. How can we approach this challenge? By recognizing that (11) ____________ perspectives are valid, we can work towards a more harmonious (12) ____________.
Question 7: A. prevalent B. different C. social D. traditional Question 8: A. kinds B. styles C. sorts D. types Question 9: A. After all B. In case C. Along with D. For instance Question 10: A. consist of B. refer to C. result in D. absorbed in Question 11: A. both B. much C. none D. each Question 12: A. individualism B. relationship C. characteristic D. disagreement Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions. Question 13: a. Son: I know, but I believe I’m prepared to try out something that truly suits my passion. b. Son: Dad, I don’t want to follow in your footsteps. I want to become a photographer and follow my dream. c. Dad: I’m not stopping you, but let me give you some advice—you need a stable career to support yourself. Your answer: _______________ c-b-a Question 14: a. Daughter: But times have changed. If we both belong to this household, we should share the chores equally. b. Mother: Don’t argue with me. I grew up that way, and I believe it teaches girls to be responsible. c. Daughter: That’s so unfair! Gender shouldn’t decide who cleans and who rests. We both live here. d. Daughter: Mom, why do I always have to do the household chores while my brother just plays video games? e. Mother: Because you’re a girl. It’s part of our cultural values — girls are expected to help with the housework. A. b-c-d-e-a B. d-e-c-b-a C. c-d-a-e-b D. d-a-b-c-e Question 15: Dear daughter, a. Understanding each other better will help us close the generation gap. b. I hope we can sit down and have a real conversation — not to argue, but to listen. c. Maybe I have different beliefs because I grew up in another time, but that doesn’t mean I don’t care. d. I know we don’t always agree, and sometimes we argue about small things like clothes or housework. e. But I want you to know that I’m trying to understand your point of view. Love, Dad A. b-c-d-e-a B. d-e-c-b-a C. c-d-a-e-b D. d-a-b-c-e Question 16: a. Spending time with older people is a great way to learn interesting and practical survival skills. b. I also learned how to start a fire from my grandfather, and it helps me a lot when I go camping. c. For example, my neighbor can teach me how to fish with a spear, which sounds really exciting. d. Older generations have many useful skills that young people can learn. e. They have years of experience doing things that we have never tried. [Adapted from ilearn smart world] A. b-c-d-e-a B. d-e-c-b-a C. c-d-a-e-b D. d-a-b-c-e Question 17: a. Cultural and technological divides further exacerbate conflicts when parents hold traditional views on gender roles, education, or household responsibilities, while their children demand greater freedom and individuality. b. Teens often embrace digital natives’ lives, preferring text messaging and social media, while parents gravitate toward face-to-face communication, which can result in misunderstandings and tension.
c. Generation gap—differences in values, communication styles, and social expectations between parents and children—is a natural part of family life in today’s fast-changing world. d. Ultimately, when both generations commit to understanding each other’s point of view, families can forge stronger bonds despite their differences. e. Fortunately, active listening, empathy, and open dialogue have been shown to effectively bridge these gaps—by creating safe spaces to share perspectives, set mutual expectations, and show respect. A. c-a-b-d-e B. c-e-b-a-d C. b-c-e-a-d D. c-b-a-e-d Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. In today’s world, communication is always changing, and English changes with it. Different generations use English in their own ways. Millennials, who saw the move from old media like newspapers and TV to digital media like social networks, (18) ____________. They mix formal and informal language because they grew up using both. Generation Z is different. They were born after 1997 and grew up with smartphones, instant messaging, and apps like Instagram and TikTok. They like to use short messages, pictures, emojis, and new slang words from the internet. This makes their language quick, simple, and often more visual than before. One big difference is in slang and short forms. Millennials made words like "LOL" (laugh out loud) and "BRB" (be right back) popular, and these became normal in online talks. Generation Z uses many new slang words from memes and internet culture, (19) ____________ on the situation. In professional settings, these differences become more pronounced. (20) ____________. Generation Z, on the other hand, uses a relaxed and open style, (21) ____________. Both generations live in a digital world, but their habits are not the same, so they help English grow in different ways. Understanding these differences is important. It helps people of all ages talk well with each other. (22) ____________. Question 18: A. prefer to communicate through face-to-face conversations, avoiding digital media B. are confused about how to communicate clearly due to their digital habits C. reject all traditional communication methods in favor of digital-only styles D. have developed unique communication styles influenced by their digital upbringing Question 19: A. caused many misunderstandings in important communication B. where many unique ideas are provided to create new formal words C. making their language more dynamic and context-dependent D. which are made their language simpler and more diverse Question 20: A. The generation from 1981 and 1996 is trying to adapt to the style of using language comfortably in communication and using it as a habit B. Generation Y is more likely to use formal and standard language in everyday communication than Generation Z C. Millennials often follow formal communication rules, focusing on clear and organized expression D. They have tended to adapt and begin to value formal and respectful communication in formal settings Question 21: A. a way of communicating that feels more natural to them B. so their messages are often more personal and formal C. to express their personal feelings more freely with emojis in all situations D. often adds emojis and informal words even in work emails Question 22: A. Everyone should try to speak the same way in every situation to avoid confusion and misunderstandings