English through literature
Which poem sets the beginning of English literature?
Beowulf
Name one place where working mothers in Britain could leave their child during the day. (except kindergarden)
Day care center; childminder; nanny
In which type of email are you not allowed to use contractions?
Formal letter
What does the expression 'break the ice' mean?
- make someone who you have not met before feel more relaxed
Which document gave rights for a fair trial to the peasants in Medieval England?
The Magna Carta
Name one of the UK collonies that has a separate English dictionary.
India; South Africa; Jamaica; Australia
In which type of essay are you allowed to state your personal pov wherever you want?
Opinion essay
In which country is it a custom to bow when a business meeting begins and ends?
Japan
What is the most distinct genre in the Elizabethian age? (e.g. Shakespeare)
Revenge drama
Which region in the USA is considered to be 'the heart of the nation'?
The Mid-West
What type of questions should you use in formal writings?
Indirect questions.
What does the expression 'causing a bottleneck' mean?
- creating an obstacle or delay in progress or production
Who is the author of 'The Wife of Bath'
Geoffrey Chaucer
Name the famous park, found in Wales, that has mesmerising valleys and mountains.
Snowdonia National Park.
Name the most appropriate ways to start body paragraphs in an essay. (for one opinion and for different opinions)
Firstly,...; Secondly,...
On one hand,...; On the other hand,...
Name one important factor you need to follow when doing negotiations?
Don’t take the first offer; Build a relationship; Be polite and flexible; Make sure you understand the terms of the deal
Which king/queen was crowned 'Ruler of England and Scotland'?
James I
Name the four stages of British compulsory education.
Foundation stage, Primary education, Secondary education, Post-16 education
List four appropriate ways to close a formal email.
Yours sincerely; Best regards; All the best; Respectfully
In which country do people use the words 'Puan' and 'Cik', instead of 'Mrs' and 'Miss' during a business meeting?
Malaysa