Vocabulary Assessment: Business English Idiomatic Expressions

What does "A tough break" refer to?

• A fortunate event

• A significant opportunity

• A bad situation

• A big mistake

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does it mean if a company is "ahead of the curve"?

• They are struggling to keep up with the competition

• They are leading in innovation

• They are failing to innovate

• They are right on track with everyone else

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does it mean when something is "at stake"?

• It is safe

• It is lost

• It is in danger

• It is guaranteed

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does it mean if a project goes "back to square one"?

• It has been completed

• It has made significant progress

• It has to start over

• It has moved to the next level

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does looking at the "big picture" mean?

• Focusing on small details

• Ignoring important issues

• Considering the overall situation

• Avoiding any challenges

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does it mean to do something "by the book"?

• Ignore the rules

• Be innovative and creative

• Follow established procedures

• Make up your own procedures

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

When you "call it a day," what do you do?

• Start a new task

• Decide to work overtime

• Stop working for the day

• Make a big decision

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does it mean to "catch someone off guard"?

• Surprise them unexpectedly

• Follow their advice

• Give them a warning

• Agree with their opinion

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

If someone "cuts corners," what do they do?

• Spend more money

• Take shortcuts to save time

• Follow all the steps carefully

• Go above and beyond expectations

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does a "game plan" refer to?

• A list of rules

• A strategy for accomplishing goals

• A set of problems

• A meeting agenda

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B