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- 4 Sections
- 42 Lessons
- 12 Weeks
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- Stage 1: Reading Correspondence (Emails, Messages, Notes)12
- 1.1Essential Tips to Improve Your Reading and Comprehension Skills for the CELPIP Exam
- 1.21. An Email from a Friend – Read an email about a trip and answer questions about the itinerary.
- 1.32. Customer Service Email – Understand a message about a product complaint and its resolution.
- 1.43. Workplace Announcement – Read a notice about a new office policy and identify key points.
- 1.54. Invitation to a Party 1 – Read an invitation and answer questions about the event details.
- 1.65. Apartment Notice – Understand a building notice about maintenance work and time schedules.
- 1.76. Meeting Request – Read a work-related message and answer questions about meeting times.
- 1.87. Request for Help – A coworker asks for help on a project. Answer questions about what is needed.
- 1.98. Vacation Plans – Read an email about a friend’s vacation and answer questions about activities.
- 1.109. Job Offer – Read a job offer letter and answer questions about salary, hours, and benefits.
- 1.1110. Social Media Post – Read a short post on a social media platform and understand its message.
- 1.1210.A Invitation to a Party 2 – Read an invitation and answer questions about the event details.
- Stage 2: Reading to Apply a Diagram (Instructions, Forms, Schedules)10
- 2.011. Bus Schedule – Read a city bus timetable and answer questions about departure and arrival times.
- 2.112. Health Insurance Form – Read the instructions for filling out a health insurance form.
- 2.213. Gym Membership Form – Understand a gym registration form and fill in the necessary information.
- 2.314. Recipe Instructions – Read and answer questions about a recipe for making lasagna.
- 2.415. Vacation Itinerary – Understand a travel itinerary and answer questions about flight details.
- 2.516. Apartment Lease Agreement – Read a lease document and answer questions about rules and costs.
- 2.617. Online Shopping Instructions – Understand how to return an item purchased online.
- 2.718. Concert Schedule – Read a concert timetable and answer questions about performance times.
- 2.819. Restaurant Menu – Understand a menu and answer questions about meal prices and descriptions.
- 2.920. Event Schedule – Read an event program and answer questions about session times and locations.
- Stage 3: Reading for Information (Articles, Brochures, Webpages)10
- 3.021. Travel Brochure – Read a tourist brochure about a destination and answer questions about attractions.
- 3.122. News Article – Read an article about a local community event and answer detailed comprehension questions.
- 3.223. Job Advertisement – Read a job ad and answer questions about the positions & qualifications.
- 3.324. Product Review – Understand a product review on a website and answer questions about the pros and cons.
- 3.425. Magazine Article – Read an article about healthy eating and answer questions about diet advice.
- 3.526. City Guide – Understand a city guide describing popular landmarks and transport options.
- 3.627. Environmental Report – Read a report on climate change and answer questions about the issues raised.
- 3.728. Museum Brochure – Read about an art exhibition and answer questions about the featured artists.
- 3.829. Fitness Article – Read about the benefits of exercise and answer questions about workout routines.
- 3.930. Community Bulletin – Understand a neighborhood bulletin about local services and events.
- Stage 4: Reading for Viewpoints (Opinions, Reviews, Discussions)10
- 4.031. Product Reviews – Read two different reviews of a smartphone and compare their viewpoints.
- 4.132. Forum Discussion – Understand a discussion in an online forum about work-life balance.
- 4.233. Letter to the Editor – Read a letter published in a newspaper and identify the author’s opinion.
- 4.334. Opinion Article – Read an opinion piece on climate change and answer questions on the arguments made.
- 4.435. Debate on Social Media – Understand opposing opinions in a debate about renewable energy.
- 4.536. Survey Results – Read survey results and understand the differing opinions expressed.
- 4.637. Book Review – Compare two book reviews and analyze the perspectives of the reviewers.
- 4.738. Movie Critic Reviews – Read critiques of a movie and answer questions about their opinions.
- 4.839. Editorial on Education – Understand an editorial about education reform and the writer’s stance.
- 4.940. Letter to a Friend – Read a letter where a person shares their opinion about a recent news story.
9. Job Offer – Read a job offer letter and answer questions about salary, hours, and benefits.
Reading Section Activity: Job Offer
Topic: A Job Offer Letter
Objective: Help the student practice reading comprehension by understanding the key details of a job offer, including salary, hours, and benefits.
Step 1: Reading Passage – Job Offer Letter
Subject: Job Offer for Marketing Coordinator Position
Dear Alex,
We are pleased to offer you the position of Marketing Coordinator at BrightStar Solutions. We were impressed by your skills and experience, and we believe you will be a valuable addition to our team.
Here are the details of the offer:
- Start Date: Your employment will begin on Monday, November 1st, 2024.
- Salary: Your annual salary will be $55,000, paid on a biweekly basis. This amount is subject to all applicable taxes and deductions.
- Working Hours: You will be working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Benefits: As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- Paid time off (15 days annually)
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% company match
- Professional development opportunities
We are excited to have you join our team and look forward to seeing the positive impact you will make. Please review the attached documents for more information about our company policies and benefits. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
We kindly request that you sign and return this offer letter by Friday, October 15th, 2024.
Congratulations once again, and we look forward to welcoming you to BrightStar Solutions!
Best regards,
Emily Rogers
Human Resources Manager
BrightStar Solutions
Step 2: Comprehension Questions
After reading the job offer letter, answer the following questions based on the details provided.
Multiple Choice Questions
- What position is Alex being offered?
a) Sales Manager
b) Marketing Coordinator
c) Human Resources Manager
d) Project Coordinator - What is the annual salary for this position?
a) $50,000
b) $55,000
c) $60,000
d) $45,000 - When is Alex’s first day of work?
a) November 1st, 2024
b) October 15th, 2024
c) October 1st, 2024
d) December 1st, 2024 - How many hours per week will Alex work?
a) 35 hours
b) 40 hours
c) 45 hours
d) 30 hours - Which of the following is NOT part of the benefits package?
a) Health insurance
b) 20 days of paid time off
c) 401(k) retirement plan
d) Professional development opportunities
Short Answer Questions
- What is the deadline for Alex to sign and return the job offer letter?
(Write your answer below) - What are the working hours for Alex’s new job?
(Write your answer below) - What retirement plan benefit does BrightStar Solutions offer?
(Write your answer below) - What is Alex’s role in the company?
(Write your answer below) - What kind of insurance is included in the benefits package?
(Write your answer below)
Step 3: Answer Key
- b) Marketing Coordinator
- b) $55,000
- a) November 1st, 2024
- b) 40 hours
- b) 20 days of paid time off
- Alex must sign and return the job offer letter by Friday, October 15th, 2024.
- Alex’s working hours will be 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
- BrightStar Solutions offers a 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% company match.
- Alex’s role will be Marketing Coordinator.
- The benefits package includes health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
Step 4: Vocabulary & Definitions
Here are some difficult words and phrases from the job offer letter:
- Comprehensive: Complete; including all necessary parts.
- Example: “The company provides a comprehensive benefits package that covers health, retirement, and paid time off.”
- Biweekly: Occurring every two weeks.
- Example: “You will receive your salary on a biweekly basis.”
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Days off from work that are paid for by the employer.
- Example: “Employees at BrightStar receive 15 days of paid time off each year.”
- 401(k): A retirement savings plan offered by employers in the U.S., where employees can contribute a portion of their salary, and employers may match contributions.
- Example: “She contributes 5% of her salary to her 401(k) plan.”
- Professional Development: Opportunities for employees to improve their skills and knowledge to advance their careers.
- Example: “The company encourages professional development by offering training courses.”
Step 5: Selfie Assignment
Assignment:
Imagine you are Alex, and you’ve just received this job offer. Record a short video (1-2 minutes) summarizing the details of the offer. Explain the salary, work hours, benefits, and your role in the company.