The world of work (Ready for First)

John was fed up with his boss do he ________ and looked for another job.

Sarah ______ her career to helping the animals in need.

• switched

• pursued

• dedicated

• followed

After stealing money from the company, the accountant was _____.

• made redundant

• sacked

• resigned

• rewarded

We both _____ a good living working in sales.

Christina works 8 hours a day from Monday to Friday. She works ...

• from home

• part time

• long hours

• full time

When the factory had to close down, more than 100 workers were ____ ____. (2 words)

In the end he _____ his career in sales and became a teacher.

• abandoned

• pursued

• gave away

• dedicated

If a worker has to stay one or two more hours than the job contract requires, this means they have to work _____.

My parents both work _____and this way they can get to work later or leave sooner if necessary.

• shifts

• overtime

• long hours

• flexitime

In the future I hope to _____ a career in interior design, as it has always been my passion.

• pursue

• change

• devote

• give up