Lessons 27–28 · 2 lessons · F. Rashidova, N. Tillayeva, Z. Karimova. Pupil’s Book (English), Grade 10, 1st edition. “O‘zbekiston” NMIU, Tashkent, 2017
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Application forms (B)
Textbook: pp. 118–121
GoalWriting a CV (résumé): sections, formal and informal words, presenting yourself.
New words
work experience · ish tajribasieducation · ma’lumot (ta’lim)skills · ko‘nikmalarreferee · tavsiyanoma beruvchi
Explanation
A CV (curriculum vitae) is a short, well-organized document about you. Sections: Personal details (name, contact), Personal profile (two or three sentences about you), Education (where and when you studied), Work experience (if you have any, latest first), Skills (languages, computer), Interests, References. A CV should not be longer than one page; use short phrases, not full sentences: Organised school English club; Led a team of five. Start with action verbs: managed, organised, created, helped, completed. Keep a formal style: no contractions, no mistakes, tidy layout. Check the spelling before sending, and ask a referee for permission. For teenagers, experience can include school clubs, volunteering, courses and competitions.
Worked examples
Personal profile: Responsible Grade 10 student with good English and basic web design skills; looking for a summer internship.