This document contains a lesson on interpreting job advertisements. It provides examples of ads and questions to test understanding. The ads are for jobs like a yaya, clerk, driver, nurse, secretary, dance instructor, head nurse, mechanic, and baker's assistant. The lesson emphasizes identifying job requirements, qualifications, schedules, and determining which ads suit different applicants. Students are guided to carefully read the ads and answer questions to check their comprehension.

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A DepEd-BEAM Distance Learning Program supported by the Australian Agency for International Development
UNDERSTANDING ADS FOR WORK

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Hello dear learner. Today is another opportunity for us to study.
Are you ready for another lesson? I hope you will enjoy learning today.
This module deals with advertisement. We will learn today how to
interpret advertisement for work.
Directions: Use the ad to answer the following questions. Write on your
paper the letter of the answer you have chosen.
Reading an Ad
To the Learner
Let’s Try This
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Presenting the longest-lasting, most innovative system for the
total mosquito protection. Designed and developed in the world’s
most sophisticated insect research center. Tested and manufactured
by the world’s most trusted insect control and home care company.
The New Baygon Genius Electric Liquid Vaporizer.
THE DEVICE OF GENIUS
It comes in a starter set consisting of a heating device and the
Baygon Genius bottle. The liquid in the bottle turns to vapor,
effectively protecting you from mosquitoes.

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1. What product is being advertised in this ad?
a. Ointment for mosquitoes
b. Liquid vaporizer against mosquitoes
c. Medicine for diseases caused by mosquitoes
d. Trap paper for mosquitoes
2. How does it look like?
a. A sticky paper where mosquitoes are caught
b. A liquid spray inside a bottle
c. A heating device and liquid vaporizer in a bottle
d. A solid coil that gives off vapor
THE CONVENIENCE OF GENIUS
When used at an average of 8 hours a night, each bottle lasts up to
45 nights without refilling. From then on, you only have to get refill
bottles. Best of all, the device consumes only 5 watts of electricity,
making it economical.
THE SAFETY OF GENIUS
The pleasant smelling vapor emitted by Baygon Genius affects the
mosquito’s nervous system alone. Thus, it is safe to one’s health
and the environment.
THE SIMPLICITY OF GENIUS
Just put the bottle inside the heating device plug in, turn on the
switch. Protection begins immediately as the liquid turns into vapor
and repels mosquitoes all night long.
Now, you can truly sleep tight with the new Baygon Genius
Electric Liquid Vaporizer. Rest assured, your family is given total
protection against mosquitoes. And that is nothing less than a work
genius.

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3. How does the product work?
a. Put the bottle inside the heating device. Plug it in and turn
on the switch. The liquid turns into vapor and drives away
the mosquitoes.
b. Put the bottle inside the heating device. Light the heating
device. the liquid turns into vapor and drives away the
mosquitoes.
c. Shake the liquid vaporizer in the bottle. Squeeze the turn
cap. The liquid in the bottle turns into vapor, and drives
away the mosquitoes.
d. Heat the bottle for a few seconds. Squeeze the torn cap.
The liquid in the bottle turns to vapor and drives away the
mosquitoes.
4. How long will the liquid bottle last?
a. 45 days without refilling if used for 8 hours a day
b. 30 days without refilling if used 24 hours daily
c. One bottle a day if used continuously for 24 hours
d. 45 days if used continuously for 24 hours
5. How does the vaporizer drive away the mosquitoes?
a. The bad smell of the vaporizer drives away the insects.
b. The liquid turns into a thick smoke.
c. The vapor affects the mosquito’s nervous system.
d. The vaporizer hits and kills the mosquitoes on the spot.
6. What is the name of the product?
a. Mosquito Liquid Vaporizer
b. The Baygon Genius
c. New Baygon Genius Electric Liquid Vaporizer
d. Electric Liquid Vaporizer
Are your answers same as these?
1. b 4. a
2. c 5. c
3. a 6. c

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Study the picture. Where do we refer to when we look for a job?
In finding or looking for a job we can refer to flyers,
advertisements in the television, radio or even newspapers. We call that
section of the newspaper as Classified Ads.
This section of the newspaper will help you find a job suited for
you.
Let’s Study This

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Now, let’s do the exercise below:
Here’s a sample of advertisement for work. Study carefully each
ad and answer the questions that follows.
YAYA: Responsible woman, 25-40 years old
To take care of a two and a four-year old
children. Willing to work 25-30 hours a week
Reference required: Call Mila 725-13-42 after 7:00 pm
CLERK: Well established law firm needs a part time help
Monday-Saturday,1-7 pm
Duties include typing, filing, answering letters
Apply in person, MIP Law Firm Suite 606, 6th floor
Santiago Bldg., Taft Avenue (infront of PGH).
DRIVER: Male 30-40 years old for a disabled person
Preferably stay-in. Work includes Saturday and Sunday
evenings. Bring driver’s license, police clearance, and
references. Apply in person at 9565 Bangkal St.,
Los Banos, Laguna.
NURSE: Female 20-30 years old, Blood mobile team of PGH
Full time or part time positions available
Bring complete record of work experiences
Apply in person, PGH personnel, Rm. 102 Juan Garcia
Bldg.
Directions: Study the Help Ads. Answer the questions that follow. Write
the letter of the answer you have chosen.
1. Which job requires Saturday and Sunday evening work?
a. Yaya b. Driver c. Clerk d. Nurse
2. In which job can you apply by phone?
a. Yaya b. Driver c. Clerk d. Nurse
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3. Which ad offers both part time and full time positions?
a. Yaya b. Driver c. Clerk d. Nurse
4. Linda is a second year college student. She is computer literate.
She wants to finish her course. Her parent cannot support her
studies. Which job is right for her?
a. Yaya b. Driver c. Clerk d. Nurse
5. Which job requires a police clearance?
a. Yaya b. Driver c. Clerk d. Nurse
6. What should the applicants for driver position prepare?
a. Police clearance, record of experience, references
b. Drivers license, Police clearance, references
c. Record of experience, police clearance, diploma
d. Diploma, police clearance, record of experiences
7. Virginia Paulino is a registered nurse, 38 years old and a
widow. She lives with her teenaged daughter who goes to
college. She applied for the position of a nurse in the PGH
blood mobile team. She was not accepted.
a. She was a widow.
b. She has a daughter.
c. She had no record of work experience.
d. She was overaged for the job.
8. What is the first requirement for the job of yaya?
a. She must be responsible and matured.
b. She must have a good reference
c. She must have enough work experience.
d. She must have finished high school.
9. Which job position may be filled in by a man or woman?
a. Yaya b. Driver c. Clerk d. Nurse

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10. Which job position did not ask for an age requirement?
a. Yaya b. Driver c. Clerk d. Nurse
Study the advertisement below. Then answer the following
questions:
Questions:
1. What job is advertised?
2. For what department will the hired applicant work?
3. What are the 2 qualifications?
4. What qualification an applicant should be proficient in?
5. What literacy must an applicant have?
Finished?
Now, check your answers. Refer to the Answer Key.
What is your score?
Now here is the final test for you.
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FOR IMMEDIATE HIRING
SECRETARY
(For College Department)
• Proficient in oral and written English
• Knowledge in computer software is a
must

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Study the job listing below. Then answer the next set of
questions. Write the letter of the correct answer.
Job 1: RECEPTIONIST
For dental office
No experience necessary
Must be neat and friendly
Duties include answering telephone, filing
and typing.
Full-time 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Mon.- Fri.
Job 2: DANCE INSTRUCTOR
Teach ballet, folk dance
Part-time 3:00 pm- 5pm
Apply in person at Rene’s
Dance Studio 1050 Bocobo
Ermita, Manila
Job 3: HEAD NURSE
Full-time employment, surgical ward
Must have 5 yrs. experience on the job
Send resume to Dr. Deduyo
Director of Personnel, Fatima Med. Ctr.
McArthur Highway, Valenzuela, Metro Manila
Job 4: Mechanic
Full-time job auto repair shop;
2 years experience with foreign cars
Salary- Php 40.00/hr
Call 57 30 91 Tues.- Sat
Job 5: BAKER’S ASSISTANT
Night shift 1:00 am- 5:00 am
Wed.- Sat. Apply in person
The Merry Bakers, 339 Buendia Avenue
Makati City
Let’s Test Ourselves

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1. Which two job advertisements list part-time jobs?
a. Jobs 1 & 2
b. Jobs 2 & 4
c. Jobs 2 & 5
d. Jobs 3 & 5
2. Which job requires a full college education?
a. Job 1
b. Job 3
c. Job 4
d. Job 5
3. Which jobs are most appropriate for males?
a. Jobs 4 & 5
b. Jobs 1 & 2
c. Jobs 2 & 4
d. Jobs 3 & 5
4. Which of the following is a good asset for job 2?
a. College gradute and has passed government test
b. Knows how to drive
c. Graceful and has natural musical rhythm
d. Fluent in English and Chinese
5. Which is not a full-time employment?
a. Head nurse in a surgical ward
b. Dance instructor in a ballet class
c. Receptionist in a dental office
d. Mechanic in an auto repair shop
6. In what job positions must an applicant appear in person?
a. Jobs 1 & 3
b. Jobs 2 & 4
c. Jobs 2 & 5
d. Jobs 2 & 3

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Study the advertisement below. Then answer the following
questions.
1. What job is advertised?
2. For what kind of patient will the hired applicant work?
3. How many qualifications are needed?
4. What is the final requirement for the job
5. What experience is not needed?
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Ourselves
FOR IMMEDIATE HIRING
Personal Nurse
(For an 80 year old man)
• Male 20-30 years old
• Part time – 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Monday - Fridays only
Note: No hospital experience needed

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Let’s Do This:
1. b
2. a
3. d
4. c
5. b
6. b
7. d
8. a
9. c
10.c
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1. Secretary
2. College Department
3. A – Proficient in oral and written English
B – Knowledge in computer software is a must
4. Oral and Written English
5. Knowledge on computer software
Let’s Test Ourselves
1. c
2. b
3. a
4. c
5. b
6. d
Let’s Enrich Ourselves
1. Personal Nurse 4. Male 20-30 years old
2. 80 year-old man 5. Hospital experience
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Answer Key