<sbook_test>
<sbook_test_ref>Quarterly test</sbook_test_ref>
<sbook_test_company>KasperskyLabs</sbook_test_company>
<sbook_test_group>204</sbook_test_group>
<sbook_test_level>B2/C1</sbook_test_level>
<sbook_test_date_submitted>2025/01/26 13:01:23</sbook_test_date_submitted>
<sbook_test_date4file_name>20250126_1301</sbook_test_date4file_name>
<sbook_test_student_name>Pavel</sbook_test_student_name>
<sbook_test_student_email>pavel.kaptur@kaspersky.com</sbook_test_student_email>
<sbook_test_total_score>52</sbook_test_total_score>
<sbook_test_teacher_comments><![CDATA[]]></sbook_test_teacher_comments>
<sbook_test_mcq>
<path_to_csv>inc_drills/vocab_discourse_markers_b2_03.csv</path_to_csv>
<exercise_nr>1</exercise_nr>
<exercise_type>Vocabulary</exercise_type>
<selection_number>B2 - 03</selection_number>
<exercise_name>Discourse markers</exercise_name>
<instructions><![CDATA[
Fill in the gaps with the appropriate expression.
]]></instructions>
<qa>
<qn>0</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[The product was old-fashioned, [ ] it was selling well]]></qs>
<ans>whereas</ans>
<ans>although</ans>
<ans>nevertheless</ans>
<true>nevertheless
</true>
<submitted_answer>whereas</submitted_answer>
<score>0</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>1</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[Strangely enough sales have increased [ ] the demand for the product has shrunk considerably]]></qs>
<ans>while</ans>
<ans>following</ans>
<ans>in spite of</ans>
<true>while
</true>
<submitted_answer>while</submitted_answer>
<score>1</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>2</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[The presentation was a success [ ] a few inaccuracies]]></qs>
<ans>though</ans>
<ans>in spite of</ans>
<ans>in accordance with</ans>
<true>in spite of
</true>
<submitted_answer>in spite of</submitted_answer>
<score>2</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>3</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[The market was hit by the crisis, [ ] we are still doing quite well]]></qs>
<ans>consequently</ans>
<ans>having said that</ans>
<ans>since</ans>
<true>having said that
</true>
<submitted_answer>since</submitted_answer>
<score>0</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>4</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[[ ] the launch of our new service, our market share has doubled]]></qs>
<ans>Bearing in mind</ans>
<ans>Moreover</ans>
<ans>Following</ans>
<true>Following
</true>
<submitted_answer>Bearing in mind</submitted_answer>
<score>0</score>
</qa>
<sub_score>40</sub_score>
</sbook_test_mcq>
<sbook_test_mcq>
<path_to_csv>inc_drills/grammar_used_to_would_will_past_and_present_habits_c1_01.csv</path_to_csv>
<exercise_nr>2</exercise_nr>
<exercise_type>Grammar</exercise_type>
<selection_number>C1 - 01</selection_number>
<exercise_name>Past and present habits</exercise_name>
<instructions><![CDATA[
Complete the gaps with the verbs in brackets to describe past or present habits only (other meanings are sometimes possible too but you should ignore them).
]]></instructions>
<qa>
<qn>0</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[When our previous manager had important deadlines to meet, he [ ] everyone to work overtime.]]></qs>
<ans>used to forced</ans>
<ans>('d|would) force</ans>
<ans>('d|would) have force</ans>
<true>('d|would) force
</true>
<submitted_answer>('d|would) force</submitted_answer>
<score>1</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>1</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[Even if a product had suddenly failed to satisfy expectations, a loyal customer [ ] with the brand.]]></qs>
<ans>used to stuck</ans>
<ans>would stick</ans>
<ans>would have stuck</ans>
<true>would have stuck
</true>
<submitted_answer>would stick</submitted_answer>
<score>0</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>2</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[Before the pandemic, our luxurious shops [ ] in both the city centre and international airports.]]></qs>
<ans>would be located</ans>
<ans>used to be located</ans>
<ans>were being located</ans>
<true>used to be located
</true>
<submitted_answer>used to be located</submitted_answer>
<score>2</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>3</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[Before the pandemic, all product launches [ ] in a prestigious venue in the city.]]></qs>
<ans>would be held</ans>
<ans>were holding</ans>
<ans>used to be holding</ans>
<true>would be held
</true>
<submitted_answer>would be held</submitted_answer>
<score>3</score>
</qa>
<qa>
<qn>4</qn>
<qs><![CDATA[Nowadays much of business life [ ] place on-line.]]></qs>
<ans>is used to take</ans>
<ans>would take</ans>
<ans>will take</ans>
<true>will take
</true>
<submitted_answer>is used to take</submitted_answer>
<score>0</score>
</qa>
<sub_score>60</sub_score>
</sbook_test_mcq>
<sbook_test_wri>
<exercise_nr>2</exercise_nr>
<exercise_type>Grammar</exercise_type>
<selection_number>C1 - 01</selection_number>
<exercise_name>Writing (~300words)</exercise_name>
<instructions><![CDATA[
Choose 2 topics (~150 words each)<br />
<!-- <strong>you are ENCOURAGED to use AI</strong> -->]]></instructions>
<topics_for_wri><![CDATA[<li>Would you like to work for or with a member of your family? Why / why not?</li>
<li>Why would you like to learn what your colleagues think about their job?</li>
<li>Would you tell your boss how bad his ideas are?</li>
<li>How would you feel if you had a dead-end job: would you stay or leave?</li>
<li>If your hobby was more fulling than your job, would you consider trying to make a career out of your hobby instead?</li>
<li>Have you ever had a cold fish as manager? What were they like? How did you get on?</li>
<li>Would you like to have the same job all your life?</li>
<li>What aspects of your job do you find rewarding?</li>
<li>Why is important to have a bucket list? What's in yours?</li>
<li>Would you like to have a portfolio career?</li>]]></topics_for_wri>
<submitted_answer><![CDATA[
If my boss has bad idea, I think it is important to tell him. Of course, I would not be rude or too direct, because it is important to respect the position he has. But I would explain my opinion clearly, so in the future I can say that I warned him. If I stay silent and the idea fails, I would feel guilty, and also my boss maybe ask me why I didn’t say anything before.

For example, if it is a project that I am involved in, I would focus on showing my expertise by analyzing the situation carefully. I would demonstrate the possible problems and risks with clear estimations and logical arguments. This way, I prove my skills and my ability to think critically, which is important for the team’s success. Even if he don’t like my comment, I think he will respect me more for speaking my mind.

Working at Kaspersky, there are many rewarding aspects of my job. First of all, I feel proud to work for a company that protects millions of people and organizations from cyber threats. It is amazing to be part of such important mission, especially when I know our work helps keep people safe online.

Another rewarding thing is solving complex problems. Every day is a challenge because cyber security is always changing, so I need to learn new things and stay updated. I enjoy using my skills to analyze situations and find the best solutions for our customers.

Finally, teamwork is another part I really like. My colleagues are very professional and talented, so working together on projects is both interesting and motivating. It feels good to share ideas and see the results of our hard work.

In conclusion, working at Kaspersky gives me a sense of achievement and purpose. It’s a dynamic job where I can grow my skills, collaborate with great people, and contribute to something meaningful every single day.

]]></submitted_answer>
<suggested_answer><![CDATA[
If my boss has <strong>a</strong> bad idea, I think it is important to tell him<strong>/her</strong>. Of course, I would not be rude or too direct
<strike>,</strike> <strong>(no comma needed after 'because')</strong> because it is important to respect the position he has <strong>(he/she has OR they have = gender neutral)</strong>. But I would explain my opinion clearly, so in the future I can say that I <strong>had</strong> warned him. If I stay silent and the idea fails, I would feel guilty, and also my boss <strong>will</strong> maybe ask me why I didn’t say <strong>(hadn't said)</strong> anything <strike>before</strike> <strong>earlier</strong>.

For example, if it is a project that I am involved in, I would focus on showing my expertise by analyzing the situation carefully. I would demonstrate the possible problems and risks with clear estimations and logical arguments. This way, I prove my skills and my ability to think critically, which is important for the team’s success. Even if he <strike>don’t</strike> <strong>doesn't</strong> like my comment, I think he will respect me more for speaking my mind.

Working at Kaspersky, there are many rewarding aspects of my job. First of all, I feel proud to work for a company that protects millions of people and organizations from cyber threats. It is amazing to be part of such <strong>an</strong> important mission, especially when I know our work helps keep people safe online.

Another rewarding thing is solving complex problems. Every day is a challenge because cyber security is always changing, so I need to learn new things and stay updated. I enjoy using my skills to analyze situations and find the best solutions for our customers.

Finally, teamwork is another part I really like. My colleagues are very professional and talented, so working together on projects is both interesting and motivating. It feels good to share ideas and see the results of our hard work.

In conclusion, working at Kaspersky gives me a sense of achievement and purpose. It’s a dynamic job where I can grow my skills, collaborate with great people, and contribute to something meaningful every single day.
]]></suggested_answer>
<key><![CDATA[]]></key>
<sub_score>75</sub_score>
</sbook_test_wri>
</sbook_test>
