Reading Passage

A Day at the Beach

Last summer, Maria and her friends went to the beach for a holiday. They woke up early in the morning and packed sandwiches, drinks, and sunscreen. The weather was sunny, and the sky was clear.
When they arrived, they walked along the sandy shore and enjoyed the sound of the waves. Some of them decided to swim in the sea while others played volleyball on the beach. Maria collected seashells and took many photos.
In the afternoon, they had a picnic under a large umbrella. They ate sandwiches, fruit, and drank cold water. After lunch, they built a sandcastle and played games together.
Before leaving, they watched the sunset. The sky turned orange and pink, and the sea looked beautiful. Everyone agreed it was a perfect day, and they promised to return next summer.

14– trainee (noun) – a person who is learning a new job
Example: He started work as a trainee engineer.

15– professional development (noun phrase) – training to improve skills and career growth
Example: The company offers opportunities for professional development.

16– in-house training (noun phrase) – training given within the company
Example: New recruits attend an in-house training programme.

17– new recruits (noun phrase) – people who have just joined the company
Example: The new recruits start training next week.

18– supervisor (noun) – the person who checks your work
Example: My supervisor reviews all my reports.

19– take on responsibility (verb phrase) – start to have more responsibility
Example: She is keen to take on more responsibility at work.

20– fill the post (verb phrase) – find someone to do the job
Example: We are looking to fill the post as soon as possible.

21– notice period (noun) – time you need to work after telling the company you are leaving
Example: My notice period is one month.

22– job offer (noun) – formal offer of employment
Example: She received a job offer after the interview.

23– ideal fit (noun phrase) – very suitable for
Example: Your skills make you an ideal fit for the role.

24– paid leave (noun) – time off work that you are paid for
Example: The company provides four weeks of paid leave per year.

25– reporting structure (noun phrase) – company structure and who you report to
Example: The reporting structure shows who your manager will be.

26– business days (noun) – working days (not weekends or holidays)
Example: Please return the signed document within five business days.