THE FLATMATES Quiz: Business vocabulary3 1. Hehardly ever buysnew books or DVDs. He just borrows themfrom the libraryinstead. He's a. a money-spinner b. price war c. very price-conscious d. a cash cow 2. The was toohigh for me soI bargained withhim a...
Archive Language Point 153 Business vocabulary economic and business terms economies of scale the more units of something you buy, the cheaper it becomes per unit They benefited from economies of scale when they opened their second shop and were able...
Archive episode 153: you voted that - Tim will take Jack back Episode 153: Revision time John: Ready for our revision quiz? Helen: Oh, I hope so. John: OK, let's get cracking. Right, erm ... give me three examples of resources. Helen: Time, money and...
THE FLATMATES Quiz: Describingpeople3 For each of the six questions choose the correct answer. 1. She's always willing to work with other people.I think she'd be perfectfor thenewteam because she's so a. cooperative b. thick-skinned c. reflective d....
Archive Language Point 152 Describing people Positive characteristics capable able to cope with difficult situations, able to do things very well or skilfully She's a very capable pilot. You always feel safe when she's in charge. cooperative willing...
Archive episode 152: you voted that - Alice will stay on the children's ward Episode 152: A blast from the past Tim: So, what's new with you Henry? Henry: I don't quite know how to put this. It's very awkward. Tim: Come on, you can tell me. Henry: It...
THE FLATMATES Quiz: Phrasal verbs- up For each of the six questions choose the correct answer. 1. Working in this office isn't difficult. Don't worry, you'll soon a. pickup it b. pick someoneup c. pick itup d. pickup 2. Did you good in the sales? a....
Archive Language Point 151 Phrasal verbs - up Phrasal verbs , or multi-word verbs , are verbs that are combined with one or two particles (a preposition or adverb), for example, 'up' or 'down', to make verbs with new meanings. These new meanings are...
Archive episode 151: you voted that - Jack will phone his uncle Henry, the ex-owner Episode 151: A lovely mother Alice: Matron asked me to look after you today. Molly: Thanks Alice. It's always a bit nerve-wracking, the first day on a new ward. Alice...
THE FLATMATES Quiz: Animal vocabulary4 For each of the six questions choose the correct answer. 1. My grand-mother is85 years old.She's but she still goes swimming every day. a. a spring chicken b. running around like aheadless chicken c. no spring c...
