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A collection of exercises and examples related to english language and communication. It covers various aspects of grammar, vocabulary, and communication skills, including word formation, sentence structure, prepositions, adverbs, verb tenses, and communication models. Useful for students and learners who want to improve their english language proficiency and communication skills.
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"A lot of" has a broader usage compared to "many". It can be used with both countable and uncountable nouns, while "many" is typically used with countable nouns.
A bad franchisee can damage the public's goodwill by providing inferior goods and services.
The communication model states that the meaning of a message is the response it elicits, rather than just the content of the message itself.
The terms "unfold" and "misadventure" are formed through the word formation process of affixation.
"Be friendly" is considered a negotiating tip.
Bargaining customs are very different around the world.
The document provides multiple examples of choosing the correct sentence from a set of options.
The document covers the usage of prepositions of time (in, on) and adverbs of frequency (often, rarely).
The document discusses the formation and usage of various verb forms and tenses, such as: Regular and irregular verb paradigms Past tense formation Past Continuous Present Perfect Present Progressive Simple Past Simple Present
The document mentions that franchising can provide a lot of money, but also discusses the lack of a business relationship between the franchisor and franchisee.
In e-commerce, business transactions can occur between companies or between companies and their customers.
The expression "used to" is used to express a past habit that no longer corresponds to the present.
The document identifies affixation as the word formation mechanism for terms like "unfold" and "misadventure".
The document states that possessive adjectives in English are not preceded by an article.
The document indicates that the adverbial expression "twice an hour" denotes a higher frequency compared to other options.
The document suggests using the phrase "Would you like a cup of coffee?" to offer a cup of coffee to a guest.
This means that the medium itself is meaningful, not just the content of the message.
The imperative is never used to give strong advice.
The Japanese prefer not to use the word "no".
The communication process involves eight steps.
The way of doing business in each country depends on the local mentality.
The word "communication" is derived from the Latin word "communis", meaning "community".
Elaboration of the Given Text
When the speaker has a cold, they always sneeze carefully. This suggests that the speaker tries to be mindful and controlled in their sneezing behavior, perhaps to avoid disturbing others or making a mess.
The term "dotcom frenzy" refers to the craze or mania surrounding the world of the internet, particularly during the early days of the internet boom when many new internet-based companies (often referred to as "dotcoms") emerged and saw rapid growth.
A "transaction" refers to a business deal or commercial exchange, such as the buying and selling of goods or services.
The text states that people use the internet for "dancing", which is likely a mistake or irrelevant information, as the internet is typically used for a wide range of purposes such as communication, information gathering, entertainment, e-commerce, and more.
The text indicates that the definition "Retailers are at the beginning of the supply chain" does not accurately explain the concept of retailing. Retailing typically refers to the sale of goods or services to the final consumer, rather than being at the beginning of the supply chain.
One of the functions performed by a franchisor is to distribute the franchisor's goods or service. This is a key aspect of the franchisor's role in a franchise system.
The text states that the adjective "similar" cannot be used with the prefix "il-" to form a word like "ilsimilar". This suggests that the prefix "il-" is typically used to form the opposite or negative form of an adjective, but "similar" does not have a clear opposite form that can be created in this way.
The text indicates that the compound noun "purchasing free" is not correct. Compound nouns typically combine two or more words to form a new noun, and "purchasing free" does not appear to be a valid or commonly used compound noun.
The text states that "To improve company's impact on the environment" is not considered a green economy action. Green economy actions typically focus on reducing environmental impact, promoting sustainability, and transitioning to more environmentally-friendly practices.
The text suggests that "often" is not a way of expressing contrast in English. Contrast is typically expressed using conjunctions, adverbs, or other linguistic devices that indicate a difference or opposition between ideas.
The text suggests that a franchise is not necessarily guaranteed to be successful, implying that there are various factors that can contribute to the success or failure of a franchise operation.
The text provides an example of using the word "despite" to express contrast, as in the sentence "Despite satisfactory economic growth, the drop in unemployment is stagnating".
The text includes the question "What can you see from your bedroom window?", suggesting that the speaker is asking about the view or observations that can be made from a particular vantage point.
The text includes the question "Would you like to go to the cinema after the conference?", indicating a potential plan or invitation to attend a cinema outing.
The text includes the question "Did he watch TV last night?", inquiring about someone's television viewing habits or activities.
The text includes the question "If so, could you give me a lift to the airport?", suggesting a request for transportation assistance to reach the airport.
The text includes the instruction "Take your umbrella, it's raining", advising the listener to bring an umbrella due to the rainy weather conditions.
The text includes the question "What does Jim do when he is not at work?", indicating an interest in understanding Jim's activities or hobbies outside of his professional responsibilities.
The text includes the statement "I didn't have breakfast this morning", suggesting that the speaker did not consume a morning meal.
The text includes the question "Why do you always sit near the windows in class?", inquiring about the speaker's seating preferences and the reasons behind them.
The text includes the question "How many children are singing in the concert?", seeking information about the size or scale of the performance.
The text includes the question "Would you like to go to the cinema?", presenting an invitation or opportunity to attend a cinema outing.
The text includes the question "Can I send a fax directly from your office?", requesting permission or the ability to use the office's fax machine.
The text includes the question "Did he watch my demonstration last night?", inquiring about someone's attendance or observation of a specific event.
The text includes the question "Whose advertisement is this?", seeking information about the source or ownership of a particular advertisement.
The text includes the question "Would you like to go to New York last / to Brazil year?", suggesting potential travel plans or destinations.
The text defines a customer as "someone who buys the product of a company", highlighting the key characteristic of a customer as a purchaser of a company's goods or services.
The text states that "The meaning of a message is the response it elicits", suggesting that the meaning of a message is determined by the reaction or interpretation it generates in the receiver.
The text includes the question "Does she remember the date of the exam?", inquiring about someone's recollection of an important date.
The text includes the statement "Driving, despite satisfactory economic growth, the drop in unemployment is stagnating", suggesting that driving or transportation-related activities continue despite broader economic trends.
The text includes the statement "Eric is Flying to Los Angeles Tomorrow", specifying the destination and timing of a flight.
The text includes the question "Excuse me, is there a cheap restaurant near here?", seeking information about the availability of nearby dining options.
The text includes the statement "Excuse me, is there a post office near here, there's one on king's road next to the supermarket", providing details about the location of a post office in relation to other landmarks.
The text includes the statement "Excuse, that pen you just put in your pocket is mine", asserting ownership over a particular pen.
The text states that "Football is playing in most countries", indicating the widespread popularity and participation in the sport of football (soccer) globally.
The text includes the statement "He wants to live and work in rome", expressing someone's aspiration or intention to reside and work in the city of Rome.
The text states that "He cannot speak Chinese very well", suggesting a limited or developing proficiency in the Chinese language.
The text includes the statement "He got ready for his speech very in a moment", indicating that the preparation for the speech was done quickly or with little time.
The text states that "He has a wide experience in marketing", highlighting the individual's extensive background and expertise in the field of marketing.
The text includes the statement "His office is on the five(5) floor", specifying the floor or level where the office is located.
The text includes the statement "Honey is sweeter than apple jam, don't you think?", making a comparative assessment of the sweetness of these two food items.
The text includes the question "How long did you have this mobile phone?", inquiring about the length of time the speaker has owned the particular mobile device.
The text includes the question "How many people are there in your family?", seeking information about the number of individuals in the speaker's family.
The text includes the statement "I met him in Los Angeles last year", indicating a past encounter with a specific person in the city of Los Angeles.
The text includes the statement "I said him not to do that", suggesting that the speaker provided a directive or recommendation to someone.
The text includes the statement "I have my driving license since 2001", specifying the duration of time the speaker has held a valid driver's license.
The text includes the statement "I earned a lot of money with that book", suggesting the speaker's financial success or profitability from a published work.
The text includes the statement "I had a discussion with him in London 3 years ago", providing details about a past conversation that took place in the city of London.
The text includes the statement "I like to visit other countries will", indicating the speaker's interest or desire to travel to different countries.
The text includes the statement "I used smoke ten cigarettes evry day", describing the speaker's past smoking behavior.
The text includes the statement "I want to go on holidays", expressing the speaker's wish or intention to take a vacation.
The text includes the statement "I want to go and visit the new shop", indicating the speaker's plan or desire to visit a newly opened store.
The text includes the statement "I went to the bookshop to buy the best seller "How to persuade people"", describing a specific purchase the speaker made at a bookshop.
The text includes the statements "I won't go to the office if it rains tomorrow" and "I won't go to work if it rains tomorrow", suggesting the speaker's willingness to adjust their work attendance based on weather conditions.
The text includes the statement "If I have time, i'll go to the hairdresser's", indicating a potential plan to visit a hairdresser, contingent on available time.
The text includes the statement "If you don't know a word in English, you can always look it up in a dictionary", providing a recommended strategy for addressing unfamiliar vocabulary.
The text states that "If you own a lot of stock in a company, you are considered one of its major shareholders", identifying the characteristics of a shareholder.
The text indicates that in English, the preposition of time "in" is used to indicate the seasons.
The text confirms that the sentence "Last month, I went to Rome with them" is correct.
The text confirms that the sentence "He could run faster than anyone else" is correct.
The text indicates that the sentence "He has to travel to find job" is correct.
The text confirms that the sentence "He might not be in England at all" is correct.
The text indicates that the sentence "I would like to have felt more relaxed." is correct.
The text confirms that the sentence "You should take an umbrella. It's raining." is correct.