Careers and skills

Part 3 - Word Formation

For questions 17–24, read the text below.

Use the word given in CAPITALS at the end of some of the lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line.

There is an example at the beginning (0). 

Careers and skills

Choosing a career is an important decision that requires careful thought and (0) development. Many young people seek advice from a career (17) ______, who can help them understand their strengths and interests.

ADVISE

In some cases, students prefer practical jobs and aim to become skilled (18) ______ in areas such as engineering or design.

TECHNIQUE

Others are interested in academic careers and may work as a (19) ______ in a particular field, studying topics in depth.

SCIENCE

Certain professions require strong communication skills, especially for those working as a (20) ______ or presenter.

ACT

Good organisation is also essential in many roles, particularly in business (21) ______ and project planning.

MANAGE

In addition, employers often look for (22) ______ and reliability when choosing new staff.

RESPONSIBLE

Some jobs involve helping others directly, such as working as an (23) ______ in a large organisation.

ASSIST

Finally, it is important to remember that career (24) ______ can take time, and people often change direction several times before finding the right path.

DEVELOP