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100

What is an endorsement?

A famous person supporting a product

100

If someone is a cash cow, what does it mean?
A. They work very hard for little money.
B. They produce a lot of money or profit regularly.
C. They always borrow money from others.
D. They invest all their money in agriculture.

B

100

What is a payday loan?

A short-term loan with high interest, meant to be repaid on payday

100

What does it mean to delegate tasks?

To assign them to sb else

100

What does under-the-counter mean in business context?

 Goods sold secretly or illegally

100

British people often use this informal word instead of “friend” or “buddy.”

mate

100

This noun refers to a traditional way of behaving or doing something in a particular culture.

a custom

200

The company’s __________ of _______  includes treating all clients fairly and respecting diversity.

code of conduct

200

His prediction about the election result was really accurate – he was totally _____ the _____ .

on the money

200

What does it mean to have an overdraft?

You’ve spent more money than you had in your bank account

200

What is a dead-end job?

A position with no chance for promotion or progress

200

The shoes you wanted are finally ____ _____ – would you like to place an order?

in stock

200

This informal expression is commonly used in the UK to say “thank you.”

cheers

200

This word describes the variety of different cultures, traditions, or people in society.

diversity

300

That billboard is a real __________  _______ – everyone notices it!

eyecatcher

300

In politics, it’s sad but true – m_____ t_____ .

money talks

300

You can pay for the sofa in six monthly ______ .

instalments

300

The meeting ______ included budget issues, new hires, and upcoming deadlines.

agenda

300

We buy our goods w__________ to keep costs low and profit margins high.

wholesale

300

This famous family includes kings, queens, princes, and princesses.

royal family

300

This verb means to protect something important, such as culture or traditions, from disappearing.

preserved

400

What is a publicity stunt? Give an example.

An unusual or surprising action designed to attract media attention.
Example: A celebrity jumping into a river to promote a new energy drink.

400

He always talks about supporting charities, but he never donates.
 He never puts his ______ _____  his _____ _____ .


He never puts his money where his mouth is.

400

My employer gave me an ________ on my salary before the holiday.

advance

400

We spent the whole lunch break talking shop about the new client proposal.
✅ Is this sentence correct?

Correct as is – "Talking shop" means discussing work topics, usually outside work hours.

400

Correct it: The product is out of a stock, but we can reorder it for you. 

out of stock

400

This red-and-white symbol appears on the Canadian flag and comes from a tree.

maple leaf

400

This noun refers to something valuable passed down from previous generations.

legacy

500

In what situations might someone be required to act on the spot?

When someone must react or make a decision immediately, often without preparation.
Example: Answering a tough question during a live interview.

500

What does it mean if someone says “Give them a run for their money” in a sports context?

It means you’re going to be strong competition and not let them win easily.

500

What’s the difference between redundancy pay and reimbursement?

  • Redundancy pay: money you receive when you lose your job due to no fault of your own (e.g., company downsizing).

  • Reimbursement: money paid back to cover expenses you've already paid (e.g., travel or business costs).

500

What’s the difference between guidelines and guidance in a workplace context?

  • Guidelines: Specific instructions or rules you are expected to follow.

  • Guidance: General advice or support, often from a mentor or supervisor.

500

What is the break-even point and why is it important in business?

The break-even point is the moment when a business's income equals its costs – no profit, no loss. It’s crucial because it tells a company when it will start becoming profitable.

500

This adjective describes something luxurious, elegant, and expensive-looking.

posh

500

This noun refers to socially accepted standards of behaviour in a culture.

mores

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