Quarterly test RRWC Group 5 C1 2024/12/13 16:17:49 20241213_1617 MARINA GRIGORYEVA grig603@yandex.ru 74 inc_drills/vocab_discourse_markers_b2_03.csv 1 Vocabulary B2 - 03 Discourse markers 0 whereas although nevertheless nevertheless nevertheless 1 1 while following in spite of while following 0 2 though in spite of in accordance with in spite of in spite of 2 3 consequently having said that since having said that having said that 3 4 Bearing in mind Moreover Following Following Following 4 80 inc_drills/grammar_used_to_would_will_past_and_present_habits_c1_01.csv 2 Grammar C1 - 01 Past and present habits 0 used to forced would force ('d|would) have force ('d|would) force would force 1 1 used to stuck would stick would have stuck would have stuck would stick 0 2 would be located used to be located were being located used to be located used to be located 2 3 would be held were holding used to be holding would be held would be held 3 4 is used to take would take will take will take will take 4 80 inc_drills/grammar_pronouns_b2_03.csv 3 Grammar B2 - 03 Pronouns 0 Could you please store the contract in the drawer behind [ ] once you've finished reading it. you you 1 1 Those two competing products very much seem to look like [ ]: they are almost indistinguishable. each other 0 2 During a crisis, [ ] often believes it is vital to cut costs while a minority argues investing more is a better strategy. one most people 0 3 Neither Jack nor Jane had failed to reach [ ] sales targets before. their their 2 4 When a customer is disappointed by your brand image, it's challenging to keep [ ] much longer. them them 3 60 inc_drills/vocab_hostile_feelings_criticism_c1_01.csv 4 Vocab C1 - 01 Hostile feelings and criticism 0 to avoid giving clear and accurate information, or a clear answer fudge on fudge on 1 1 not lucky and ending sadly, especially in death or failure ill-fated ill-fated 2 2 quickly notice sth that sb has said or done, especially in order to criticize it pounce on pounce on 3 3 used to emphasize how strong, powerful, etc. sth is scorching 0 4 feelings of hatred and a desire to hurt other people rancour rancor 0 60 2 Vocab C1 - 01 Writing (~450words) ]]> Do you really believe low literacy can result in a greater number of adult offenders?

Do you think children have a happier childhood nowadays than you used to?

Would you like to work for or with a member of your family? Why / why not?

Why would you like to learn what your colleagues think about their job?

Would you tell your boss how bad his ideas are?

How would you feel if you had a dead-end job: would you stay or leave?

If your hobby was more fulling than your job, would you consider trying to make a career out of your hobby instead?

Have you ever had a cold fish as manager? What were they like? How did you get on?

Would you like to have the same job all your life?

What aspects of your job do you find rewarding?

Why is important to have a bucket list? What's in yours?

Would you like to have a portfolio career?

]]> use used to bake cakes or made make dolls as gifts for friends. Today they use their hobby as an additional income or a their main business. Turning your hobby into a career is absolutely possible as long as you work through a comprehensive planning process. If you do your research and crunch your numbers, then you give yourself the best chance of success. 2. What aspects of your job do you find rewarding? The most rewarding aspect of my job is to constantly develop the skills you (I) need to succeed in the future for e.g dealing with technical material, managing difficult projects etc. Another aspect I really like about this job is that I make building make | build relationships both inside my company and with international partners. (For me) personally it has given me the opportunity to learn and grow from a wide range of individuals with diverse backgrounds and become a professional. But the best thing I like about my job is to travel around the world, communicate with people from different countries and help experts from RZD develop relationships with experts from foreign railways companies, (as well as) create interesting projects. They are people of all different backgrounds and experiences and I also have the ability to learn from and interact with as we work together to solve a common problems. 3. Would you tell your boss how bad his ideas are? Telling your boss that his ideas are bad is a delicate situation that requires tact and diplomacy. It is important to approach the conversation with respect and constructive feedback rather than outright criticism. I would start by saying that I have carefully reviewed and analyzed his (their) proposal and understand my role and tasks. But the phrasing is critical. So the next phrases would be: “But if you allow me, I would like to make some suggestions of my own. What if we try…?” This approach not only shows respect for his position but also demonstrates my commitment to the success of the project. Ultimately, the goal is to foster an open dialogue in which ideas can be discussed and improved, benefiting both the organization and the working relationship. ]]> 90