Business English Idioms
"I don’t need any details. All I care about is the bottom line."
What does “bottom line” mean?
The final number or the most important point.
"He suddenly realized he had made a mistake but it was too late."
Which verb is in Past Perfect Simple?
Had made
Where is the Statue of Liberty
New York City, New York
How many legs does a butterfly have?
6
In American business, people often say first names instead of last names or titles like Mr. or Ms.
True or False?
True
"Please give me a heads up if there is any change."
What does “heads up” mean?
A warning or early notice.
Which of the following is a polite phrase to begin a job interview?
A. "How much is the salary?"
B. "Thank you for your time today."
C. "Do I need to dress formally here?"
D. "I hope this won’t take long."
Answer: B – "Thank you for your time today."
What is the most popular indoor sport in the U.S.A.?
Basketball
What food never expires?
In the U.S., when do people arrive to meetings or interviews?
15 - minutes early
"We were in the red for two whole years in our company."
What does “in the red” mean?
Losing money / not making a profit.
Which of the following is a polite way to offer help?
A. “Could you help me, please?”
B. “Thanks for the support, I appreciate it.”
C. “Would you like me to help you out?”
D. “No thanks, I’m fine.”
C. “Would you like me to help you out?”
What is the name of the holiday where people dress in costumes ( ghost, vampire, monster, etc)
Halloween
What country won the world cup in 2018?
France
Which of the following should NOT be included on a U.S. resume?
A. Your phone number
B. A professional photo
C. Work experience
D. Skills
A professional photo
"During the team meeting, everyone agreed with the plan. We were all on the same page."
What does 'on the same page' mean?
Answer: To agree or understand each other.
Which one of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for building relationships?
A. Be interested and ask questions.
B. Don’t make assumptions about people from the first impressions you have of them.
C. Avoid talking about personal topics like family or interests.
D. Try to talk about things the other person wants to talk about.
C — Avoid talking about personal topics like family or interests.
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What is the biggest state in the U.S?
Alaska
At the end of a job interview in the U.S., it’s considered polite and professional to do this — it shows you're interested and prepared.
Ask a question about the job, team, or company.
"I can see the writing on the wall that this company is doomed."
What does “writing on the wall” mean?
A clear sign that something bad is going to happen.
Look at the mind map connected to the word “BRAND.” Which important branding term is missing?
ambassador, image, logo, loyalty, personality, ??????
A. Budget
B. Slogan
C. Target market
D. CEO
B: - Slogan
Which famous musician made the popular song "Thriller" in 1983?
Michael Jackson
How many countries border Brazil?
10
In American business culture, employees often try to keep work time and personal time separate.
What is this called?
Work-life balance