BUSINESS EXAM A2

Remember, you’re in a library, you ____ speak loudly.

• a) don’t have to

• b) mustn’t

• c) are allowed to

Answer explanation

In a library, speaking loudly is generally prohibited. Therefore, the correct choice is 'mustn’t', indicating that it is not allowed to speak loudly.

Betty ____ be ill. I’ve just seen her.

• a) can

• b) can’t

• c) has to

Answer explanation

The correct choice is b) can't because if Betty were ill, the speaker wouldn't have just seen her. 'Can't' indicates impossibility, while 'can' and 'has to' suggest potential or necessity, which contradicts the observation.

Don’t ride so fast. You ____ have an accident.

• a) have to

• b) may

• c) are allowed to

Answer explanation

The correct choice is b) may, as it indicates a possibility of having an accident if you ride too fast. 'Have to' implies obligation, and 'are allowed to' suggests permission, which do not fit the context.

I need to go home now. My parents____ be expecting me.

• should

• will

• would

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'will' because it indicates a strong expectation about the future. In this context, it suggests that the speaker's parents are likely expecting them home soon.

I _________ have the salmon.

• would

• will

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'will' because it indicates ordering food in restaurant. Also, it requieres "have".

'Would' needs to be with "like" when talking about restaurant orders

What would you like to drink?

Complete answer:

_____________________________

Answer explanation

A suitable response could be "I would like a glass of water" or "I prefer coffee". The answer should reflect personal preference for a drink.

What is one phrase you use to finish your order?

• No more

• That'll be all

• No, thank you.

Answer explanation

The phrase "That'll be all" is commonly used to indicate that you have finished placing your order. It clearly communicates that no further items are needed, making it the correct choice compared to the other options.

What (a)   you like to order?

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'would' because it forms a polite question about preferences. The complete question 'What would you like to order?' is grammatically correct and commonly used in English.

I ________________________ study hard for my final exams.

• will

• might

• need to

• shall

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'will' because it indicates a strong intention to study hard for the final exams, showing determination. 'Might' suggests possibility, 'need to' implies obligation, and 'shall' is less common in modern usage.

If we _____ hurry up, we'll miss the bus.

• won't

• aren't

• don't

Answer explanation

The correct choice is "don't" because it indicates a condition that must be met to avoid missing the bus. The sentence implies that if we do not hurry, we will miss the bus.