2.1

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• Leerjaar 2

BUSINESS ENGLISH

Last Week:

Finish 2.1 and 2.2 (Reading & Speaking)

Next week: Check 2.1 & 2.2

This week: No homework

This week's goal:

Business Vocabulary: 
1) Learn usefull expressions for business meetings and discussions.
2) Structure an argument with linking words.

What typical topics do you discuss with your colleagues at business meetings?

Discussions

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Wrap Up

Quiz

When comparing ideas in a business context, what linking word is appropriate?

1. Instead
2. Meanwhile
3. Hence
4. Similarly

What is a suitable linking word to show cause and effect in a business conversation?

1. Additionally
2. Nevertheless
3. Subsequently
4. Consequently

Which linking word is used to introduce additional information in a business discussion?

1. However
2. Furthermore
3. Moreover
4. Therefore

Which phrase is appropriate for showing strong agreement in a business meeting?

1. I'm not so sure about that.
2. I really don't think that's a good idea.
3. I couldn't agree with you more on this matter.
4. I partially disagree with your opinion.

What is a suitable way to disagree politely in a business conversation?

1. That's a terrible idea.
2. You're completely wrong about this.
3. I can't believe you would think that.
4. I see your point, but I have a different perspective.

Which phrase can be used to express agreement in a business discussion?

1. I disagree with your point.
2. I'm not sure about that.
3. I can't support that idea.
4. I completely agree with your proposal.

Next Week

Next week: Check 2.1 & 2.2

Make sure you have prepared speaking exercise 2.2!