Confusing or the Same
The Colombian people is very friendly.
_ Colombian people are very friendly. (100 Points)
"people" is the plural form of "person", so it normally takes a plural verb.
"The" is a definite article, in the sentence we are indicating the nationality therefore no article is needed to define it.
How many states are there in the U.S?
50 States
“Under federal law, Puerto Rico is an unincorporated territory of the United States, it is not a state"
Your appointment was scheduled at the four of June on six and half.
(Multiple answers)
> Your appointment is on the fourth of June at six thirty. (100 Points)
>Your appointment was scheduled for June fourth at half past six. (150 Points)
Both on and for can appear with dates, but with the verb “scheduled”, English strongly prefers “scheduled for…”
"Can you provide me your phone number?"
"May you please confirm me your address?"
(Multiple answers)
> "Can you provide me with your phone number?" (100 Points)
> "May I have your phone number so that I can access to your account?" (150 Points)
>“Could you please confirm your address?” (100)
“Could you please confirm your address for me?” (150)
Pronunciation Practice!
Heart Rhythm and Valve Center
Medical Associates—East Patchogue
Joseph S. & Diane H. Steinberg Ambulatory Care Center - West Palm Beach
/hɑːrt ˈrɪðəm ænd vælv ˈsɛntər/ (jart riddem and valv sener)
/ˈmɛdɪkəl əˈsoʊsiəts — iːst ˈpætʃɔɡ/ (medikal asousieits ist pachog)
/ˈdʒəʊ səf ɛs ænd daɪˈæn eɪtʃ ˈstaɪnbɜːrɡ ˌˈæmbjələˌtɔri ˈkɛr ˈsɛntər — wɛst pɑːm biːtʃ/ (yousef es and daian eich stainberg Ambiulatori ker sener west pam bich)
I will ask to my colleagues about it.
I will ask my colleagues about it. (100 Points)
Request permission = I asked to leave.
Ask a person something = I asked her a question.
Request an item / thing = I asked for help.
For how many time you have these symptoms?
(Multiple answers)
*For how long have you been experiencing these symptoms? (200)
*For how long have you had these symptoms? (100)
*How many times have you vomited? (100)
(transferring to backline)
I had a patient on the line, he say that he did not can sleep the last four days and have an strong migraine.
(Multiple answers)
Corrected sentence:
“I have a patient on the line who says he hasn’t been able to sleep for the last four days and has a strong migraine.” (200 points)
Another alternative which is understandable:
“The patient said he hasn’t been able to sleep for four days and has a severe migraine.”
My alarm will sound at 6 AM.
(Multiple answers)
> My alarm will go off at 6 AM. (100 Points)
> My alarm will ring at 6 AM. (100 Points)
“How many boroughs does New York City have, and what are their names?”
(Multiple Answers)
> NYC has 5 Boroughs (100 points)
Manhattan — /mænˈhæ.tən/ or /mænˈhæ.ɾən/ (50 points)
Brooklyn — /ˈbrʊk.lɪn/ (50 points)
Queens — /kwiːnz/ (50 points)
The Bronx — /ðə brɑːŋks/ (50 points)
Staten Island — /ˈstæ.tən ˈaɪ.lənd/ or /ˈstæ.ɾən ˈaɪ.lənd/ (50 points)
I knew Dr. Dolinsky at a appointment the last year.
(Multiple answers)
I met Dr. Dolinsky at an appointment last year. (100 Points)
(Other option with “know”)
I have known Dr. Dolinsky for about three years now. (200 Points if you think out of the box)
I was play basketball when my knee fracture.
(Multiple answers)
✅“I was playing basketball when my knee fractured.” (100 points)
Even more natural (and more commonly used in English):
✅ “I was playing basketball when I fractured my knee.” (150 points)
I'm boring when I have nothing to do.
(Multiple answers)
> I get bored when I have nothing to do. (100 Points)
> I'm bored when I have nothing to do. (100 Points)
100 extra if you can explain the difference.
That paper sheet cut me.
(Multiple answers)
I cut myself with that piece of paper. (100 Points)
I got cut with that paper. (150 Points)
Can you borrow me a book please?
(Multiple answers)
> Can you lend me a book please? (100 Points)
> Can I borrow your book please? (150 Points)
> May I borrow this book from you? (200 Points)
How do you call that specialty in that kidneys are treated?
What do you call that specialty in which kidneys are treated? (100 Points)
(100 extra points if you know the answer)
According to me, people should make more of an effort to eat healthy
(Multiple answers)
> According to the nutritionist, people should make more of an effort to eat healthy. (100 Points)
>In my opinion, people should make more of an effort to eat healthy. (150 Points)
> I think/believe, people should make more of an effort to eat healthy. (50 points)
> From my perspective, people should make more of an effort to eat healthy. (200 points)
Can you remember me your phone number?
(Multiple answers)
“Can you remind me of your phone number?” (50 points)
“Can you remind me what your phone number is?” (50 points)
“Do you remember your phone number?” (50 points)
SPECIAL ROUND!
1. The supervisors will discuss about the issue at the next meeting.
2. I have four coachings after this meeting.
1. The supervisors will discuss the issue at the next meeting. (100 Points)
The verb “discuss” does not take the preposition “about”.
2. I have four coaching sessions after this meeting. (100 Points)
“Coaching” is normally an uncountable noun when referring to the activity (like “training” or “mentoring”).
Standard English and expressions
"Are you agree?"
"That is correct?"
"Thank you so much for you patience on holding"
"The appointment is for Doctor X"
✔️ "Do you agree?" (50 points)
✔️ "Is that correct?" (50 points)
✔️ "Thank you so much for your patience while holding." (50 points)
✔️ "The appointment is with Doctor X." (50 points)
SPECIAL ROUND!
1. At the end, I was able to finish my calls.
2. The patient gave me an information to verify her account.
(Multiple answers)
1. In the end, I was able to finish my calls. (100 Points)
1.1 At the end of my day, I was able to finish my calls. (150 Points)
2. ✅ The patient gave me information to verify her account. (100 points)
✅ The patient gave me some information to verify her account. (150 points)
✅ The patient gave me three pieces of information to verify her account. (200 points)
Special Round! (Corrections)
> I'll see/meet you at six thirty/Half past six in the afternoon (75 Points)
> Have you ever been to Colombia? (100 Points)
> Would you allow me two more minutes, please (75 Points)
> It’s my son’s appointment, not mine. (50 Points)
Special Round!
(Multiple answers)
> I don't agree with you/I disagree with you. (100 Points)
> I (clearly) don't concur with you/I differ with your argument. (150 Points)
> How long? (75 Points)
> Depends on the weather. (75 Points)
Special Round!
Word collocation: which verbs are used with the verb surgery?
(Multiple answers)
>She will undergo surgery tomorrow. (150 Points)
>I’m going to have surgery next week. (100 Points)
>The doctor said I need surgery. (100 Points)
>The surgeon will perform the surgery. (125 Points)
>I’m scheduled for surgery next Monday. (100 points)
WILD CARD!
What is the fastest land animal?
The cheetah.
It can reach speeds of about 100 km/h in short bursts.