Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 20 to 27.
Who talk more - men or women? Most people believe that women talk more. However, linguist Deborah Tannen, who has studied the communication style of men and women, says that this is a stereotype. According to Tannen, women are more verbal - talk more - in private situations, where they use conversation as the "glue" to hold relationships together. But, she says, men talk more in public situations, where they use conversation to exchange information and gain status. Tannen points out that we can see these differences even in children. Little girls often play with one "best friend", their play includes a lot of conversation. Little boys often play games in groups; their play usually involves more doing than talking. In school, girls are often better at verbal skills, boys are often better at mathematics. A recent study at Emory University helps to shed light on the roots of this difference. Researchers studied conversation between children age 3-6 and their parents. They found evidence that parents talk very differently to their son than they do to their daughters. The startling conclusion was that parents use more language with their girls. Specifically, when parents talk with their daughters, they use more descriptive language and more details. There is also far more talk about emotions, especially sadness, with daughters than with sons.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 30 to 36.
You will make the interview process easier for the employer if you prepare relevant information about yourself. Think about how you want to present your strengths, experiences, (30)_______, work style, skills, and goals. Be prepared to supplement all your answers with examples that (31)________ the statements you make. It is also a good idea to review your résumé with a critical eye and (32)______ areas that an employer might see as limitations or want further information. Think about how you can answer difficult questions (33)_______ and positively, while keeping each answer brief. An interview gives the employer a (34)_______ to get to know you. While you do want to market yourself to the employer, answer each question with an honest response. Never say anything negative about past (35)_______ ,employers, or courses and professors. Always think of something positive about an experience and talk about that. You should also be enthusiastic. If you are genuinely interested (36)_______ the job, let the interviewer know that.