Jargon in the workplace – Writing, exercise A

By Berni | June 22, 2015

Jargon in the workplace – exercise A Firstly, can you pick out these terms from the introduction?a) What is the jargon term used meaning the way people describe interviewing and employing people?b) What phrase tells you have to interpret this information realistically and with some scepticism?c) Can you write down the expression which lets you…

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People in conversation – Anne-Maj

By Berni | October 25, 2013

Anne-Maj comes from a town in western Sweden. Every day she travels to Gothenburg where she works for the Swedish postal system. Anne-Maj speaks good English, but she has a strong Swedish accent. (provided by The Listening Business)   click on the links on the right-hand panel to listen you will find questions with the…

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How to run a meeting

By Berni | September 6, 2013

Before you begin watching the video have a look at the vocabulary on the right. You will meet these words in the speaking. Take a little time to check you understand them. Watch the video on how to run a successful meeting and then answer the questions below.  

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Adverbs 2

By David Wood | August 20, 2013

Can you identify the type of adverbs used in these contexts? The adverbs to identify are in CAPITALS! Go to grammar bank Home   1. [Multiple choice] I’m leaving EARLY TOMORROW MORNING. Answers for Quiz [1]. 1. Definite time adverb (correct) 2. Probability adverb 3. Adverbial phrase of manner 4. Indefinite time adverb 2. [Multiple…

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