Unit5 The Rise of the Gap year

Question 1

According to the article, what is a common reason why young people choose to take a gap year?

Accepted Answer

1

Question 2

In which countries is taking a gap year a long-standing cultural expectation for young people?

Accepted Answer

2

Question 3

What is one potential benefit of a gap year mentioned by top US colleges?

Accepted Answer

1

Question 4

Ben, a student at Trinity College, took a gap year to teach English in which country?

Accepted Answer

2

Question 5

What was Sabina's experience in Nepal?

Accepted Answer

2

Question 6

The article suggests that some employers in Australia and New Zealand might be concerned if a young job applicant has NOT taken a gap year.

Accepted Answer

o

Question 7

Taking a gap year is always a guaranteed way for young people to gain valuable life skills.

Accepted Answer

x

Question 8

The trend of taking gap years is unique to Ireland.

Accepted Answer

x

Question 9

What is a potential negative outcome of a gap year if there is no clear plan?

Accepted Answer

1

Question 10

What does the author hope for regarding the growing trend of gap years in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

2

Question 11

What is one way students might save money during a gap year, as mentioned in the article?

Accepted Answer

1

Question 12

The writer of the article implies that taking a gap year is a luxury that not everyone can afford.

Accepted Answer

o

Question 13

What positive feeling did Ben experience after his gap year?

Accepted Answer

2

Question 14

What is a potential benefit of a gap year that helps students when entering university?

Accepted Answer

1

Question 15

What does the article suggest about the media's portrayal of gap years in the UK?

Accepted Answer

1