Work in pairs. Which of the two options for school-leavers is more common in your town? Can you think of other options?

Gap-fill exercise

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The two most common options for school-leavers are to continue their education at or to enter the directly. Other options could include taking a gap year to travel or gain work , enrolling in or trade schools, or pursuing or internships.