Business English (ESP) Formative

How much do you know about Business English terms and expressions?

• I’m basically a CEO already.

• I know enough to survive a meeting.

• Business English? Is that like English in a suit?

• I’m learning, but I still mix up some terms.

What is a "deadline"?

• A product description.

• The end of a letter.

• A business plan.

• A final date to finish a task.

What is the purpose of a meeting agenda?

• To dismiss some workers.

• To cancel plans

• To outline topics to discuss during a meeting.

What is a "memo"?

• A detailed report about the company goals.

• A meeting invitation.

• A long businesses proposal.

• A short written message for internal communication.

What does it mean “break-even point”?

• The stage where a company stops paying off its initial investments and enters a growth phase.

• When total income equals total expenses.

• The financial quarter when a company can afford to give employee bonuses.

What does “CEO” stand for?

• Corporate Expansion and Operations.

• Chief Executive Officer.

• Central Executive Organizer.

What does “net salary” mean?

• The total revenue generated by your department before paying employees.

• A one-time bonus given to employees at the end of the fiscal year.

• Salary after taxes and deductions.

What does “ASAP” stand for in business emails?

• Always Stay Active, Please.

• As Soon As Possible.

• Ask Someone About Projects.

• Always Stressed And Panicking.

• Ask Siri About Projects.

What is a “cold call”?

• A call made during winter.

• A sales call to someone without prior contact.

• A customer complaint.

The purpose of advertising is to _______ a product or service and generate sales.

• Perfect a product in technical terms before launch.

• Persuade a product or service to consumers.

• Present financial forecasts to stakeholders.