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Ancient Egypt and Kush Lesson 3 Egypt’s Empire
Communication: Writing in Various Styles: Expository Learning the Skill Do you think about a job you would like to have later in your life? When you look for that job, you will need to know about employment advertisements. These advertisements are a special kind of expository writing, and potential employers follow a formula when writing them. Employment advertisements include the following information: 1) Title of the job to be filled 2) Name of the person, organization, or business that is seeking applicants 3) A description of the job 4) A list of requirements (education, experience) 5) Documents the employer wants to see (diplomas, certificates) 6) Directions that tell how and when to apply Practicing the Skill Read the sample employment advertisement and answer the questions.
Candidates should have a high school diploma or its equivalent. They should also have strong ties to the community. Knowledge of Spanish is a plus. To apply, e-mail your résumé and a one-page letter explaining your qualifications to
[email protected]. In the subject line, type “community organizer.” Please send your applications before March 23.
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Community Organizer The Webster Square Community Action Group (WSCAG) is a non-profit organization that provides support for the people of the Webster Square neighborhood. We need a Community Organizer. He or she will be responsible for identifying community needs and goals, leading regular meetings, encouraging new volunteers to join WSCAG, writing reports, and maintaining a small budget. The Community Organizer will report to the WSCAG Board and the City Mayor’s office.
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Ancient Egypt and Kush 1. What job does the advertisement describe?
2. What are the responsibilities of the job?
3. What skills should job applicants probably have?
Applying the Skill Imagine that one of Egypt’s pharaohs has died. Instead of giving the job to the pharaoh’s son, you think everyone should have the opportunity to apply for the position of pharaoh. On a separate piece of paper, write your own job advertisement for the position of pharaoh. Use the advertisement above as a model. Use what you know about the responsibilities of a pharaoh and the skills required to be a good leader of a vast empire. Be as specific as possible.
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