Business Basic Progress Test

If an economic analyst discusses the forecast for the next quarter, they are referring to:

• A the coming year

• B the next four months

• C the next three months

'I need you to … my appointment.'

• A erase

• B remove

• C cancel

Minimum wage refers to …

• A the number of years worked.

• B the overtime you will get paid.

• C the lowest amount an employer has to pay.

If you have a work deadline for this afternoon, you should ...

• A take the day off to relax.

• B make sure your work is done.

• C prepare a good excuse.

Why is it important that you keep a polite tone when ending a conversation with someone?

• A they will carry on talking

• B they might get offended

• C they might not understand you otherwise

If you have just closed a business deal in the US or in Europe and you shake your new business partner's hand, ensure your handshake is:

• A firm

• B gentle

• C polite

When we describe somebody as feeling left out, we mean that … .

• A they feel close to people in their team.

• B they don't feel part of a team or group.

• C they have forgotten something outside.

When in Asia it is common to see people greet each other in which of the following ways:

• A shaking hands

• B kissing on the cheek

• C bowing

Complete the following phrase which suggests the conversation must end: 'I'd better … '.

• A jump

• B run

• C skip

'Let me … you to Paul, he is our Sales Manager.'

• A find

• B meet

• C introduce