Focus Review 5 Vocabulary Revision

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Do not change the words in capitals. Use between two and four words in each gap.

Jim travels a lot on business but he doesn't spend any of his money – everything is covered by his company. COVERS
Jim's company ................................................. whenever he goes on a business trip.

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Do not change the words in capitals. Use between two and four words in each gap.

We admired how persistent he was looking for a job. HIS
We admired ..................................... in looking for a job.

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Do not change the words in capitals. Use between two and four words in each gap.

Soon after Roger started his own business, he earned a lot of money. MINT
Roger soon ........................................... after he started his own business.

Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Do not change the words in capitals. Use between two and four words in each gap.

We all knew Kate was unfairly fired, but no one was courageous enough to say this to the manager. GUTS
Nobody .................................. to say anything to the manager though we all knew sacking Kate was unfair.

Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.

My brother has been singing praises about working ............... commission because he's a really great salesman.

Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.

Chris seems to be able to establish a great rapport ............... whoever works in the office.

Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.

Is there anything I can do to make .................. for all the time you spent here last Saturday?

Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.

I don't know how he can stand being ordered  ................................ in such a manner! I would quit the job if I were him!