Multiple Choice
In English-speaking countries, who is commonly expected to work extra hours?: 1. All employees / 2. Senior-level employees / 3. Nobody
1. All employees
Name 3 jobs that require a uniform
Police officer
Nurse
Chef
The term "computer" originally referred to a person who did mathematical calculations by hand, before machines existed
True
How many languages does Canada require its employees to speak?
At least two: English and French
I balance the books
to check how money looks
Accountant
Which is the general approach to communication at work in many English-speaking countries?: 1. Formal / 2. Direct and concise / 3. Humor and informal
2. Direct and concise
Name 3 jobs where you work outdoors
Construction worker
Landscaper
Park ranger
The job of a “knocker-upper” in the UK involved waking people up in the morning before alarm clocks existed
True
Which English-speaking country invented "casual Friday"?
The US
I wear a suit,
I keep things neat,
I greet and meet
Receptionist
What's the most popular job industry in English-speaking countries today?: education, IT, or health?
1. Health professionals (doctors, nurses, technicians, etc)
2. IT professionals
3. Education professionals
Name 3 jobs that involve helping people
Doctor
Social worker
Teacher
The job of a "dog walker" has now expanded to "cat walkers" and even "bird walkers"
False
Which country offers employees 26 weeks of "maternity leave"? Ireland, Sweden or the US?
Ireland: maternity leave is paid for 26 weeks
Sweden: parental leave for 480 days
US: 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave
With my silver tools
I make you shine.
Don't worry!
I'll make you fine
Hairdresser
What is the most growing job industry in English-speaking countries today?: digital marketing, construction, or driving?
1. Vehicle drivers (Uber or similar, and all types of delivery systems)
2. Digital Marketing
3. Construction
Name 3 jobs where you use your hands a lot
Carpenter
Hairdresser
Chef
The job of a "professional sleeper" is to sleep in different environments to test mattresses
True. Professional sleepers are hired by companies to test mattresses, beds, or even sleep-related products, often in lab-like conditions to analyze sleep quality.
In Australia, it’s common to take a "smoko" at work — what is that?
It started as a smoking break, now it's just any break.
I carry a bag, my shoes are worn,
I travel the world from dusk to dawn.
Delivery person
The title of "unicorn" in a job context refers to:
1. someone who can do a very specific unusual job / 2. someone who can do multiple roles simultaneously.
2. someone who can do multiple roles simultaneously.
Name 3 jobs that involve working at night
Security guard
Nurse
Truck driver
The job of a "professional mourner" is to show sadness at funerals
True.
This job is very common in China and the Middle East.
In the UK, people usually use the phrase "taking the biscuit" at work. What does it mean...?:
1. to obtain a benefit / 2. to identify a problem
Used to express exasperation at someone's behaviour or a situation that has worsened. Example: You're really taking the biscuit if you expect me to work on a Saturday!
I guide the way, I give advice, helping clients make choices precise
Consultant