Graphs
Give three synonyms for increase
Grow, rise, expand, climb, jump, shoot up, etc.
What do we call a machine’s ability to perform tasks that usually require a human’s intelligence such as learning or problem-solving?
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Define the term animosity.
A strong dislike or hatred between people (hostility).
Give three alternatives to the adjective ground-breaking.
Game-changing, cutting edge, innovative, avant-garde, revolutionary, pioneering, etc.
We have run out of ideas, why don’t we call in the design team to get some fresh eyes on this?
Identify and explain the idiom.
To get fresh or new eyes on something means to ask another person for their perspective on a matter.
The linkers: in order to, one account of, so as to and owing to are use to show what in a sentence?
A - contrast B - Additional info C - reason/purpose
C - reason or purpose
What do we call the practice of protecting computer softwares, networks and sensitive information from unauthorized access, theft, damage or disruption?
Cybersecurity.
If you refrain from speaking out in order to avoid conflict or a negative situation what are you doing?
Biting your tongue.
Describe the word flamboyant and use it in a sentence.
Flamboyant is an adjective used to describe a person or behavior that attracts a lot of attention because of their exuberance, confidence and stylishness.
The band’s lead singer is well known for his flamboyant nature.
Complete the sentence with the correct metaphor:
The company’s revenue was declining, so upper management decided to focus on ________________ .
A - boiling the water B - trimming the fat C - cutting to the chase
B - trimming the fat
What are three adverbs that are used to describe big changes in graphs (an increase or decrease)
Dramatically, significantly, suddenly, abruptly, rapidly, etc.
Briefly describe what is a blockchain.
A decentralized and secure digital ledger that can record transactions between two parties in a verifiable and permanent way.
John is constantly _________ Mary, he makes rude comments about her to the rest of the team.
Which word completes the statement?
A - escalating B - hyping up C - undermining
undermining
When working on a project what is the most common type of chart used to track the different stages of the project?
A Gantt chart.
Give an alternative for the word in italics:
You are feeling frustrated with your colleague because she keeps bombarding you with messages after work hours.
overwhelming, inundating, overloading, overburdening, etc.
Which word completes this common collocation adverse/unfavorable/trying ________. A - cause. B - impression or C - circumstance.
C - An adverse/unfavorable/trying circumstance.
Name five devices that form part of the Internet of Things (IoT)
Smart refrigerators, fitness trackers, smart bicycles, smart door locks, smart fire alarms, robots, smart lights, etc.
If you have been holding in your negative thoughts and not expressing your concerns at work what should you do to feel some relief?
Get it off your chest! Go and speak to your manager or HR.
Which adjective is used to show something that is related to or designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment.
Ergonomic
My apologies but I cannot take on any more projects, I simply don’t have the bandwidth for it!
Why can’t I take on any more projects?
I don’t have the bandwidth for it means I don’t have the capacity, time or energy to do something.
When introducing yourself before a presentation or to new colleagues, what four things should you include in your self-introduction?
1 - Name, job title & are of study
2 - Area of specialization
3 - Background story and reason for choosing your industry
4 - State your reason for being here
Correct the five mistakes in this sentence;
Digital transformation is the integration of digital technology on all areas of a business or organization, fundamental changing the way how it operates and delivers values too customers.
Digital transformation is the integration of digital technology into all areas of a business or organization, fundamentally changing the way / how it operates and delivers value to customers.
You and your colleague had a fight. But instead of communicating with each other you both decide to ignore the situation entirely. What conflict management style have you both chosen to go with?
The avoidant conflict management style.
Complete the sentence.
Having a knack for something is another way of saying you have a _________ for something.
natural skill or talent
The latest sales graphs show that the recent marketing campaign on social media has really moved the needle for the company.
What does the phrase in italics mean?
To move the needle means to make significant progress or achieve substantial results in a measurable outcome. In the above example it tells us that the marketing campaign resulted in a significant increase in company sales.