You want to schedule a meeting with a colleague. Which phrase is suitable for the email subject line?

• a) "Meeting Tomorrow"

• b) "Quick Question"

• c) "Request for a Meeting"

• d) "Funny Cat Video"

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CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

CCSS.W.9-10.2E

You're acknowledging a colleague's email and confirming receipt of the attached documents. Which phrase should you use?

• a) "Thanks for the email."

• b) "I love your idea."

• c) "I have received the attached documents."

• d) "Did you watch the game last night?"

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

You need to express appreciation for a client's prompt payment. What phrase would you use?

• a) "Your payment is late."

• b) "Thanks for the quick payment."

• c) "You owe us more money."

• d) "I forgot my lunch today."

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

You want to introduce yourself in an email to a new business contact. Which phrase is appropriate for the opening?

• a) "How's it going?"

• b) "I'm the boss here."

• c) "Let me tell you about myself."

• d) "Allow me to introduce myself."

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

You're following up on a previous email about a project deadline. What phrase can you use to inquire politely?

• a) "You missed the deadline!"

• b) "What's your problem?"

• c) "Can you provide an update on the project timeline?"

• d) "Do you like pizza?"

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

You've attached a report to your email. What phrase should you use to draw attention to the attachment?

• a) "No attachments here."

• b) "The report is attached."

• c) "I can't find my keys."

• d) "What's your favourite movie?"

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

You want to request feedback from a colleague on a recent presentation. What phrase is suitable for asking this favour?

• a) "Your cat is cute."

• b) "Could you please share your feedback on my presentation?"

• c) "I like ice cream."

• d) "Can you teach me to dance?"

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

You're apologizing for the delay in responding to an email. Which phrase is appropriate for conveying your apology?

• a) "I was too busy watching TV."

• b) "Sorry for the late reply."

• c) "I don't care about this project."

• d) "What's your favorite color?"

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

You're sending an email to a client after discussing a project proposal. What phrase should you use for the closing?

• a) "Goodbye forever!"

• b) "Cheers!"

• c) "Thank you for your time and consideration."

• d) "I'll see you at the beach."

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

You've attached a list of action items for a team meeting. What phrase can you use to ensure everyone reviews it?

• a) "I don't like meetings."

• b) "I lost my keys again."

• c) "Please review the attached action items before the meeting."

• d) "Have you ever been skydiving?"

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CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.2E