Lecture 1

What is Business English?

• A type of General English

• English used only in casual conversations

• A subset of English focused on professional communication

• • A language used for traveling

Why is Business English important in today’s global economy?

• It helps with social media marketing

• It is the dominant language for business communication globally

• It is used only in the finance sector

• It replaces all local languages in business

Which of the following is an example of Business English vocabulary?

• Family

• Synergy

• Shopping

• Breakfast

In Business English, which phrase is more formal?

• Can you help me?

• Could we hang out?

• Would you mind helping me?

• Let’s meet now

Which of these is a common phrase used to start a business meeting?

• Let’s go for coffee

• Can we talk?

• Let’s get down to business

• • How are you doing?

Which aspect is emphasized in Business English report writing?

• Casual language

• Informal greetings

• Objective and informative structure

• Personal opinions

What is a key skill for effective participation in business meetings?

• Singing

• Active listening

• Ignoring others

• Arriving late

Which of the following is a suggestion for improving Business English?

• Practice networking and business-related conversations

• Avoid using online resources

• Only speak English at home

• Focus on non-business-related content

What is a common phrase used during professional networking?

• Where did you study?

• Do you like music?

• How did you get into this industry?

• Have you eaten?

Which of these strategies is recommended for improving Business English?

• Watch comedy shows

• Engage with business-related content

• Avoid reading business news

• Practice only with friends