English Grammar Quiz

 English Grammar Quiz

1. I told my teacher that I _________ what she said.

 did not believe
 was not believing

2. I ________ the number 12 bus just down the road.

 could see
 was seeing

3. At the moment Maria ________ her homework, as she does every day.

 does
 is doing

4. The baby ________ 21 inches long.

 measures
 is measuring

5. Please be quiet. I ________ to the radio.

 listen
 am listening

6. Everything on the menu ________ delicious.

 tastes
 is tasting

7. Why ________ so selfish about this?

 are you
 are you being

8. Was he on time or was he ________ ?

 late
 being late

9. He told the police he'd only had a small drink and was ________ not to drive too fast.

 careful
 being careful

10. Is she always ________ with children and animals?

 so patient
 being so patient

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Source: EnglishClub

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6. Most Common Job Interview Mistakes

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How Can I Make My Resume ATS-Friendly?

 1. Avoid Fancy Resume Designs. Use a clean, straightforward format with 

white background.

2. Use a professional and traditional font like Calibri, Arial, Helvetica, 

Verdana, Times New Roman.

3. Avoid images and graphics or complex layouts that might not translate 

properly on different devices.

4. Use standard resume section headings. Standard resume section headings 

include contact information, work experience, skills, core competencies and 

Resume summary or objective.

5. Use keywords and phrases from the job descriptions. For example: complex 

projects, customer satisfaction, project planning, stakeholder communication, 

cross-functional teams management, strict deadlines, budget constraints, etc.

6. Match keywords to your experiences. Identify relevant keywords from a job 

description or desired field and then carefully include those words and phrases 

into your resume, cover letter or online profile to highlight the specific 

skills and experiences that are necessary for the job requirements.

7. List skills in bullet points. Skills may include Management, Communication, 

Leadership, Problem Solving, Time Management, Active Listening, Computer Proficiency, 

Creativity, etc.

8. Mention your present and past jobs details clearly. Remember to include your designations, job durations, etc. Describe your key responsibilities under each job in a paragraph style without the use of any table or complex formatting.

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--Rumki Sen

Industries Expected to Have Good Job Prospects

 1. Computer and Information Technology

This industry is one of the fastest growing and most creative sectors in the world. It offers a wide range of opportunities to people having different skills and work experiences. This industry is currently in the highest demand in the job market. Some job titles in this industry are Software Engineer, Web Developer/ Designer and Computer Programmer. 

2. Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI)

This sector requires a thorough understanding of finance, economics and numbers. Also, sometimes one needs to have good knowledge of law. This segment consists of a variety of financial firms, including banks, investment houses, lenders, finance companies, real estate brokers and insurance companies. The BFSI sector offers a unique blend of benefits that cater to a wide range of career aspirations.

3. Education

Everything that we achieve in life is due to having knowledge and education. Teaching profession is popular and in high demand. Through education, teachers enable today's students to make better choices for their future.

Here are some job prospects in the education and teaching industry:

a) Special Education Teacher - Provides support and guidance to students with special needs or disabilities to make them independent.

b) Preschool Teacher, School Teacher, College/University Lecturer, Professor, Principal

From teachers who work inside classrooms to administrators who manage and oversee an institution’s operations, there are many types of jobs in this field.

c) Curriculum Developer

Develops and supervises school curriculum and ensures it meets regional and state requirements. 

d) Educational Consultant

Works with educational institutions, government bodies or private organizations to propose and implement strategies for educational development. 

e) Educational Leader

Provides tools to educators, brings new techniques to teachers and offers administrative skills to principals.

Other industries with high job growth potential include:

A. Power and energy

B. Infrastructure

C. Manufacturing

D. Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals

E. Agriculture and Agri-Tech

F. Retail and e-commerce

G. Tourism and Hospitality

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