- •Васильева ю.А, старостина н.В.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word (a phrase) from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Translate the sentences into Russian paying attention to the underlined words and word combinations:
- •2C Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •Informal letters contain:
- •4A Write an informal letter (100-150 words) to a friend about your future visit to the headquarter of your company. Use your active vocabulary.
- •5 Further reading
- •5A In the text find the words which mean:
- •5B Select the topical sentence in each paragraph of the text.
- •5C Answer the questions:
- •5C Make an outline of the text.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Write a Semi-formal letter (100-150 words) to your colleague. Use your active vocabulary.
- •5 Further reading
- •5A In the text find the words which mean:
- •5B Answer the questions:
- •Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word (a phrase) from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Translate the sentences into Russian paying attention to the underlined words:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Study the example given below.
- •4B Study the model of the letter below and underline formal expressions.
- •4C Translate it into Russian.
- •4D Write a letter of application as to the model.
- •5 Further reading
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Now study models (a) and (b)
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Find in the text words which mean:
- •5B Read the text again and answer these questions.
- •5C Select the topical sentence in each paragraph of the text.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a phrase from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Study the model of the letter and underline formal expressions.
- •4B Read the letter again and answer the questions:
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Work with a partner. Read the text again and decide if the following statements are true (t) or false (f) or if it doesn't say (d). Give reasons for your answers.
- •5C Discuss these questions.
- •5D Look back at the text and choose three words that you could use in your day-to-day work.
- •5E Select the topical sentence in each paragraph of the text.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word (a phrase) from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Fill in the correct words/phrases from the list below. Try to include them in your letters.
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Read the text again quickly and complete sentences 1-6.
- •5B Match the words and phrases in bold in the text to definitions 1-8.
- •5C Read the text again and answer these questions in your own words.
- •5D Select the topical sentence in each paragraph of the text.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a phrase from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words (word combinations) from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Study the letter below.
- •4B Why was the person invited?
- •4C Will you accept the invitation? Why?
- •4D Write an invitation to an event.
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Find in the text the words which mean:
- •5B Discuss these questions:
- •5C Select the topical sentence in each paragraph of the text.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word (a phrase) from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words (phrases) from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Study the letter below.
- •Victoria Spencer
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Work with a partner and discuss these questions.
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word combination from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Study the example letter below.
- •4B What is the style of the letter?
- •4C What are the parts of the letter?
- •4D Using the example write a letter of recommendation.
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Read the text again and choose the correct ending to each sentence.
- •5B Match definitions 1-7 to the words and expressions in bold in the text.
- •5C Discuss as a class.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word (phrase) from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A What is the purpose of the letter?
- •4B What type of a letter is it?
- •4C Underline useful expressions and use them in your own letter.
- •5 Further reading
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word (phrase) from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words (phrases) from the box and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •4A Study the model letter below
- •4B Underline any words/ phrases the writer uses to express her opinion.
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Discuss these questions as a class.
- •5B Now read the rest of the text. Complete sentences 1-3 about the text with answer a, b, or c.
- •5C Without looking at the text, work together to summarize the main points. You must include all the words and phrases below in your summary.
- •5 Work with a partner. Discuss these questions.
- •1 Vocabulary
- •2A Match words 1-8 with their synonyms in the box, translate and memorize them. Think of sentences with the words from the box:
- •2B Match a word (phrase) from the box with one of the definitions below:
- •2C Fill in the gaps with the correct form of the words (phrases) from the box in and translate these sentences into Russian:
- •2D Translate the following sentences into English paying attention to the vocabulary of the unit:
- •3 Learn the idioms and match them with the definitions below. Use these idioms in sentences of your own.
- •3A Translate the sentences from Russian into English using the idioms from the box given above:
- •4 Writing tips
- •5 Further reading
- •5A Discuss as a class.
- •5B Read the text again and answer these questions.
- •5C Match the words and phrases in bold in the text to definitions 1-10.
- •5D Discuss these questions.
5A In the text find the words which mean:
something that is necessary before something else can happen or be done
the formal rules for polite behaviour in society or in a particular group
good and polite behaviour towards other people
the situation, events, or information that are related to something and that help you to understand it
the reappearance and growth of something that was common in the past
a meal at which people meet to discuss business
a system of rules about the correct way to behave on an official occasion
a deliberate combination of two words that seem to mean the opposite of each other, such as 'cruel kindness'
5B Select the topical sentence in each paragraph of the text.
5C Answer the questions:
Was Tamico Zablith’s idea of opening an etiquette school in Paris welcome? Why or why not?
What is the tendency in etiquette education in the world nowadays?
Why are manners so important for applicants in a first-round interview?
What is experts’ advice for candidates on behaving during and after a job interview?
Why are etiquette experts concerned about technology changes taking place these days?
5C Make an outline of the text.
UNIT 2 Careers
“Think not of yourself as the architect of your career but as the sculptor. Expect to have to do a lot of hard hammering and chiseling and scraping and polishing.” – B.C. Forbes
1 Vocabulary
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ambassador |
Представитель |
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apprenticeship a five-year apprenticeship |
Стажировка |
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to approve |
Одобрять |
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aspiring a part-time course for aspiring chefs |
Честолюбивый |
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to be sidelined |
Быть оттесненным на второй план |
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to broaden your horizons |
Расширить свой кругозор |
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to cling on to The chairman has always clung onto old-fashioned ideas. |
Цепляться за что-то, оставаться верным (чему-л. / кому-л.) |
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to come up with |
Предложить, придумать |
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conventional |
Обычный, традиционный |
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digression After several long digressions he finally reached the interesting part of the story. |
Отступление, отклонение (от темы) |
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emerging In 2010 the newly emerging car industry faces a crisis. |
Развивающийся, начинающий существование |
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to enhance |
Усилить, улучшить |
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to follow less conventional paths |
Идти нетрадиционным путем |
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to get on with |
Продолжать заниматься чем-то |
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to go beyond the scope of |
Выйти за пределы (обязанностей) |
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to grow into your position |
Освоиться в новой роли |
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hindsight These remarks were largely the product of hindsight. |
Оценка прошедших событий |
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to hold on to |
Держаться за что-то |
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in pursuit of /in |
В погоне за чем-то |
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to keep in with |
Поддерживать хорошие отношения с кем-то |
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lateral Employees can expect lateral moves to different departments, to gain experience. |
Горизонтальный, побочный |
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to look out for |
Высматривать, выискивать что-то; заботиться о ком-то, оберегать кого-то |
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to move horizontally |
Получить должность с уровнем ответственности аналогичным предыдущей |
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to move on to |
Перейти на новую ступень |
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to notify |
Объявить, известить |
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painstakingly |
Усердно, старательно |
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peers |
Коллеги, занимающие равное положение в организационной иерархии |
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prestigious |
Престижный |
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to put yourself in a better position |
Добиться для себя выигрышного положения |
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to reach a stage |
Достичь уровня, положения |
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a rung And so I decided to climb up the ladder of City College, starting at the lowest rung. |
Ступень |
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staff retention A successful staff retention program is the key element in achieving the company’s goals. |
Сохранение, удержание персонала |
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to stand out from |
Выделяться |
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to stand up for |
Поддерживать, защищать |
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to stand up to |
Выдерживать,оставаться значимым |
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to stay ahead of |
Быть впереди, иметь преимущество |
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to stick up for I stuck up for him and said I had always found him to be honest. |
Поддерживать, защищать |
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to struggle |
Бороться, стараться изо всех сил |
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to take a step backwards |
Сделать шаг назад |
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to take the initiative |
Взять инициативу на себя |