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IV. SPEAKING
Discussion on different careers
1. Work in pairs. Use the given ideas to complete the information about the job of a tour guide.
A. attend part-time courses or complete an apprenticeship
B. may only be employed in the high season
C. be patient, confident, and able to deal with stressful situations
D. good communication skills
To become a tour guide, you need to consider:
| Personality and interests: | • (1) _____ • be interested in culture, history, and architecture |
| Skills and knowledge: | • (2) _____ • knowledge of the local area: cultural, historical, and natural sites and events • knowledge of languages |
| Education and training: | • diploma in travel and tourism is useful, but a degree is not required • (3) _____ • learn on the job |
| Employment opportunities: | • (4) _____ • many tour guides are self-employed or combine tour guiding with another job • might be replaced by robots in the future |
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2. Work in groups. Choose one of these jobs. Discuss and complete information about the job you choose. 
To become a teacher of English/police officer/doctor, you need to consider:
| Personality and interests: | • __________ • __________ |
| Skills and knowledge: | • __________ • __________ |
| Education and training: | • __________ • __________ |
| Employment opportunities: | • __________ • __________ |
Example:
A: Let's talk about the job of a doctor. What do you think we need to consider before we pursue this career?
B: Well, I think a doctor's personality is very important. You must be very kind and care for patients. You must have a passion for helping people.
C:...
3. Work in groups. Compare the job in 1 with your chosen job in 2. Discuss the similarities and differences, and decide which job you prefer and why.
