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What is the main topic of the passage?
Read the passage carefully and answer all the questions.
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Feelings Idioms
1– over the moon (idiom) – extremely happy
Example: She was over the moon when she passed her exam.
2– down in the dumps (idiom) – sad, depressed
Example: He’s been down in the dumps since his cat disappeared.
3– on cloud nine (idiom) – ecstatic, very happy
Example: They were on cloud nine after hearing the good news.
4– feeling blue (idiom) – sad
Example: I’m feeling a bit blue today.
5– in high spirits (idiom) – cheerful, lively
Example: Everyone was in high spirits at the party.
6– a bit under the weather (idiom) – slightly ill or tired
Example: I’m feeling a bit under the weather this morning.
7– walking on air (idiom) – extremely happy
Example: She was walking on air after the promotion.
8– have a heart of stone (idiom) – cold-hearted, unfeeling
Example: He refused to help – he has a heart of stone.
9– at the end of one’s rope (idiom) – desperate, exhausted
Example: I was at the end of my rope after dealing with the problems all day.
10– in a bad mood (idiom) – grumpy, upset
Example: He’s in a bad mood because he missed the bus.
1– over the moon (idiom) – extremely happy
Example: She was over the moon when she passed her exam.
2– down in the dumps (idiom) – sad, depressed
Example: He’s been down in the dumps since his cat disappeared.
3– on cloud nine (idiom) – ecstatic, very happy
Example: They were on cloud nine after hearing the good news.
4– feeling blue (idiom) – sad
Example: I’m feeling a bit blue today.
5– in high spirits (idiom) – cheerful, lively
Example: Everyone was in high spirits at the party.
6– a bit under the weather (idiom) – slightly ill or tired
Example: I’m feeling a bit under the weather this morning.
7– walking on air (idiom) – extremely happy
Example: She was walking on air after the promotion.
8– have a heart of stone (idiom) – cold-hearted, unfeeling
Example: He refused to help – he has a heart of stone.
9– at the end of one’s rope (idiom) – desperate, exhausted
Example: I was at the end of my rope after dealing with the problems all day.
10– in a bad mood (idiom) – grumpy, upset
Example: He’s in a bad mood because he missed the bus.
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Which idiom means “extremely happy”?
Anonymous Quiz
16%
a) down in the dumps
11%
b) a bit under the weather
16%
c) at the end of one’s rope
58%
d) over the moon
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Which idiom means “sad or depressed”?
Anonymous Quiz
59%
a) down in the dumps
14%
b) over the moon
14%
c) walking on air
14%
d) in high spirits
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Which idiom means “slightly ill or tired”?
Anonymous Quiz
13%
a) in high spirits
26%
b) walking on air
57%
c) a bit under the weather
4%
d) over the moon
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Which idiom means “desperate or exhausted”?
Anonymous Quiz
17%
a) walking on air
52%
b) at the end of one’s rope
17%
c) over the moon
13%
d) in high spirits
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Which idiom means “extremely happy”?
Carefully choose the correct idiom for each question.
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TED: Pete Stavros (2024)
TED
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Why did the assistant treasurer become emotional after receiving his payout?
Anonymous Quiz
45%
A) He wanted more money
27%
B) It meant college education for his children
9%
C) He was losing his job
18%
D) He had to pay taxes immediately
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What was one major result of giving stock ownership to all 800 employees at CHI?
Anonymous Quiz
0%
A) Productivity decreased
22%
B) Employees quit their jobs
78%
C) The company’s value increased dramatically
0%
D) Salaries were reduced
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What is the main idea of Pete Stavros’s talk?
Anonymous Quiz
18%
A) CEOs should earn more money
18%
B) Only managers should own shares
45%
C) Broad employee ownership can strengthen workers and companies
18%
D) Small businesses cannot succeed
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Why did the assistant treasurer become emotional after receiving his payout?
Listen carefully to the podcast and answer the questions based on what you hear.
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If you love food
Start fasting
اگر علاقه مند به غذا هستید،شروع به روزه گرفتن کنید.
If you love sleeping
Starting waking up
For Tahajjud
اگر علاقه مند به خوابیدن هستید، شروع به بیدار شدن برای تهجد کنید.
If you love money
Start giving more charity
اگر علاقه مند به پول هستید،شروع به بیشتر کردن کمک به خیریه کنید.
If you love music
Start listening to Quarn
اگر علاقه مند به موسیقی هستید،شروع به گوش دادن به قرآن کنید.
Because your love for
This duniya
Should not outweigh
Your love for Allah
زیرا عشق شما به این دنیا نباید از عشق شما به خدا بیشتر باشد.
Start fasting
اگر علاقه مند به غذا هستید،شروع به روزه گرفتن کنید.
If you love sleeping
Starting waking up
For Tahajjud
اگر علاقه مند به خوابیدن هستید، شروع به بیدار شدن برای تهجد کنید.
If you love money
Start giving more charity
اگر علاقه مند به پول هستید،شروع به بیشتر کردن کمک به خیریه کنید.
If you love music
Start listening to Quarn
اگر علاقه مند به موسیقی هستید،شروع به گوش دادن به قرآن کنید.
Because your love for
This duniya
Should not outweigh
Your love for Allah
زیرا عشق شما به این دنیا نباید از عشق شما به خدا بیشتر باشد.
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Paragraph Transitions
Definition of Paragraph Transitions
Paragraph transitions are words or phrases that connect ideas in writing. They help link one sentence to another and one paragraph to the next. Their main purpose is to make writing clear and easy to understand.
When we write without transitions, the sentences may be correct, but they feel separate. The reader may not clearly understand how the ideas are related. Transitions solve this problem by showing the relationship between ideas.
Transitions act like bridges. They connect thoughts and guide the reader step by step. They help the writing flow smoothly instead of sounding broken.
Example
I was tired. I went to bed early.
These sentences are clear, but the connection is not explained.
I was tired, so I went to bed early.
The word so is a transition. It shows cause and effect. Now the reader understands that being tired is the reason for going to bed early.
In simple words, paragraph transitions help ideas connect. They improve clarity, organization, and flow in writing.
Definition of Paragraph Transitions
Paragraph transitions are words or phrases that connect ideas in writing. They help link one sentence to another and one paragraph to the next. Their main purpose is to make writing clear and easy to understand.
When we write without transitions, the sentences may be correct, but they feel separate. The reader may not clearly understand how the ideas are related. Transitions solve this problem by showing the relationship between ideas.
Transitions act like bridges. They connect thoughts and guide the reader step by step. They help the writing flow smoothly instead of sounding broken.
Example
I was tired. I went to bed early.
These sentences are clear, but the connection is not explained.
I was tired, so I went to bed early.
The word so is a transition. It shows cause and effect. Now the reader understands that being tired is the reason for going to bed early.
In simple words, paragraph transitions help ideas connect. They improve clarity, organization, and flow in writing.
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Unit 3 — Applying for a Job
14– subsidised (adjective) – partly paid for by the company
Example: The company provides subsidised meals to its employees.
15– cover letter / covering letter (noun) – a letter sent with a job application
Example: Be sure to write a clear cover letter with your CV.
16– Dear Sir or Madam (phrase) – how you start a letter when you do not know the name of the person you are writing to
Example: If the recipient is unknown, you begin the letter with "Dear Sir or Madam."
17– practical experience (noun phrase) – practical, direct [not theoretical] experience
Example: Include any practical experience relevant to the job.
18– area of business/activity (noun phrase) – area of business or activity you are interested in
Example: She has studied several modules in the area of banking and finance.
19– customer-facing experience (noun phrase) – dealing directly with customers
Example: Part-time jobs can give valuable customer-facing experience.
20– team player (noun phrase) – a person who is good at working with others
Example: Employers value candidates who are team players.
21– managerial experience (noun phrase) – experience of managing other people
Example: He hopes to gain managerial experience in the future.
22– Yours faithfully (phrase) – how you finish a letter when you do not know the name of the person you are writing to
Example: Use "Yours faithfully" at the end of a formal application letter.
23– highlight key points (verb phrase) – to emphasise the most important points in a CV or letter
Example: Your cover letter should highlight key points from your CV.
24– relevant experience (noun phrase) – it is important to mention any relevant experience to show your suitability for the role
Example: Always include relevant experience in your application.
25– specific projects (noun phrase) – provide examples of specific projects you have carried out
Example: She mentioned specific projects in her cover letter to demonstrate her skills.
26– specify the job (verb phrase) – be sure to state the job you are applying for at the beginning of the letter
Example: Always specify the job title in your cover letter.
Example: The company provides subsidised meals to its employees.
15– cover letter / covering letter (noun) – a letter sent with a job application
Example: Be sure to write a clear cover letter with your CV.
16– Dear Sir or Madam (phrase) – how you start a letter when you do not know the name of the person you are writing to
Example: If the recipient is unknown, you begin the letter with "Dear Sir or Madam."
17– practical experience (noun phrase) – practical, direct [not theoretical] experience
Example: Include any practical experience relevant to the job.
18– area of business/activity (noun phrase) – area of business or activity you are interested in
Example: She has studied several modules in the area of banking and finance.
19– customer-facing experience (noun phrase) – dealing directly with customers
Example: Part-time jobs can give valuable customer-facing experience.
20– team player (noun phrase) – a person who is good at working with others
Example: Employers value candidates who are team players.
21– managerial experience (noun phrase) – experience of managing other people
Example: He hopes to gain managerial experience in the future.
22– Yours faithfully (phrase) – how you finish a letter when you do not know the name of the person you are writing to
Example: Use "Yours faithfully" at the end of a formal application letter.
23– highlight key points (verb phrase) – to emphasise the most important points in a CV or letter
Example: Your cover letter should highlight key points from your CV.
24– relevant experience (noun phrase) – it is important to mention any relevant experience to show your suitability for the role
Example: Always include relevant experience in your application.
25– specific projects (noun phrase) – provide examples of specific projects you have carried out
Example: She mentioned specific projects in her cover letter to demonstrate her skills.
26– specify the job (verb phrase) – be sure to state the job you are applying for at the beginning of the letter
Example: Always specify the job title in your cover letter.
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A letter sent with your CV when applying for a job is called a _.
Anonymous Quiz
33%
A) job ad
67%
B) cover letter
0%
C) benefits package
0%
D) training
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If you deal directly with customers in a job, you have _.
Anonymous Quiz
70%
A) customer-facing experience
10%
B) managerial experience
10%
C) leadership qualities
10%
D) subsidised meals
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When you emphasise the most important points in your CV or letter, you _.
Anonymous Quiz
10%
A) specify the job
60%
B) highlight key points
20%
C) report to
10%
D) gain practical experience
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If you are a person who works well with others in a team, you are a _.
Anonymous Quiz
17%
A) competitive salary
58%
B) team player
17%
C) fast-paced environment
8%
D) challenging role
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