Working with words Choose the correct answer from the words in italics

13 _____we should begin by brainstorming a few ideas.
14 It might _____ more difficult than we think.
15 I really think we should _____ a few more options.
16 We might be _____ off going to another supplier.
17 It’s probably _____ seeing what staff think first.
18 I have some _____ about that proposal.
19 I’d _____ not bring in any more freelancers if at all possible.
20 Sorry, but I don’t think that would _____.
21 I’m not entirely _____.


Language at work


Match 22–30 to a–i.


22 There isn’t a lot …_____
23 There are some …_____
24 You don’t have much …_____
25 Only a …_____
26 A few …_____
27 We don’t think many customers …_____
28 I’m sorry, but I don’t have …_____
29 There aren’t many people …_____
30 How …_____


a any paper clips left.
b left at the old headquarters now.
c of extra time, so your schedule must be right.
d employees would like a smoking room.
e running machines at the back.
f space in here, do you?
g much of the day is spent in meetings?
h little money gets wasted using this system.
i care about quality, as long as the price is low.

Result __________ / 30 marks

Speaking test


Role card


This Speaking test has only one role card because each student has to give an individual presentation. Copy this page and cut out the role card for the student. Then use the Speaking test results form to evaluate the student’s performance. You can then cut out the results and give them to the student.


Prepare and give a mini-presentation. Follow these stages:

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  introduce and describe the place where you work (style of office, atmosphere, current facilities)
  
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  explain the advantages of the work place
  
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  explain any disadvantages
  
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  recommend two possible improvements
  
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  be prepared to answer any questions on your presentation.