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Progress test 2 (Units 4–6)

LISTENING
Track 4

A Listen to an employee appraisal interview. Match the sentence halves (1–5) to (a–e).
1 When he took the job, Ahmed liked a) a hard-working boss.
2 When Ahmed started work, he didn’t have b) the financial incentive.
3 Ahmed says he has c) the world economy.
4 Ahmed’s main motivation now is d) the important job title.
5 Ahmed’s only worry is e) enough time off.

Track 5

B Listen to another employee appraisal interview. Match the sentence halves (6–10) to (f–j).
6 Howard feels that the company is f) Howard’s job satisfaction.
7 Howard likes g) contact with people.
8 Howard says no one notices h) working from home.
9 Sara wants to increase i) a big machine.
10 Howard suggests that he might try j) his contribution.

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READING
A Read the article.

B Now decide if the statements about the article on page 14 are true (t) or false (f).
11 According to Rita Clifton, the product is more important than the brand.F
12 Clifton says a product won’t have long-term success if it isn’t unique.T
13 Kodak was successful because it looked to the future.F
14 Innocent has succeeded because it hasn’t stood still.T
15 David Molian says that successful businesses must understand what they are good at.T
16 Molian believes that great businesses are good at only one thing.F
17 Most entrepreneurs succeed when they go beyond their core competence.F
18 Richard Branson succeeded because he managed his brand well.T

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C Read the article below. Choose the words and phrases (a–g) to complete the text.
a) a problem_19
b) a risk-averse market_21
c) solutions to their problems_24
d) the answers_25
e) the competition_20
f) the emotional reason_23
g) the value_22

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LANGUAGE
A Choose the correct verb tense for 26–30.

26_ cut
27_ told
28_ is preparing
29_ runs
30_ I’ve never seen
B Find five examples of passive verbs in the text.
31 were hit by

32 were given

33 has been accelerated

34 has been focused on

35 has been changed

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C Find adverbs in the text with the following meanings.

36 more than a little somewhat

37 a lot heavily

38 a small amount entirely

39 completely changed

40 more and more increasingly

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SKILLS
A Complete the conversation with the appropriate phrase (a–j).

a) I don’t want to repeat myself but


b) Hold on now
c) I want to ask a question.
d) if you give us $2,500 next week
e) providing you can
f) So what you’re saying is_41
g) Are you saying
h) I’d like to make a suggestion.
i) I’m sorry to say
j) how do you feel

Dean: We agreed a budget of $15,000.

Alan: Right. But we’ve had some unexpected costs.


41
Dean: f that you need more than that.
42
Alan: Yes, a I’ve been saying for the last six months that we simply don’t have any more money
for this.
43
Alan: g that you don’t have the money, or that you don’t want to spend it?
44
Dean: h I think we should leave this point and come back to it later.
45
Alan: b , don’t you think we need to sort this out before we talk about anything else?
46
Dean: Bianca, j about this?

Bianca: Well, i ,47 I agree with Alan on this one. We need to talk through it.
48
Alan: Thanks, Bianca. Dean, d we can deliver the machines, and we’ll give your employees
training on them. That wasn’t part of the original agreement, but we can do that.
49
Dean: c What date are you offering to do the installation?
50
Alan: We can agree to installation on 12 August, e give us the extra money.

B Match Beatrice’s sentences (a–e) to Carlos’s sentences to complete the conversation.

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a) I was wondering if you’d be interested in talking with us about a job.
b) I wonder if we could talk about it? ADG are offering a top salary with very good benefits, and they
give staff a substantial bonus – well above the industry average. Could we get together?
c) Hello Mr Ortega. My name’s Beatrice Lumb. I work for R&S, the executive recruitment agency. I
was given your name by Kim Mason.
d) OK, I quite understand.
e) Kim thought you might consider looking at a position that’s become vacant at ADG Logistics.

Carlos: Carlos Ortega speaking.


51
Beatrice: c

Carlos: Oh, hello. What can I do for you?


52
Beatrice: a

Carlos: Oh, yes?


53
Beatrice: e

Carlos: I’m flattered that you’ve called, but I’m very happy in my job.
54
Beatrice: b

Carlos: I’m afraid there’s no point in us meeting. I’m completely happy where I am now.
55
Beatrice: d

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VOCABULARY
A Match the prefixes (56–60) to the words (a–e).
56 empower
57 underperfrom
58 disloyal
59 deregulate
60 bilateral

a) perform
b) regulate
c) lateral
d) loyal
e) power

B Choose the correct word from Exercise A to complete the sentences.

61 It was disloyal of John to tell our competitors about the new product launch.
62 The government is going to deregulate the sector in the near future.
We don’t need someone who’s going to underperform the way Leon did. We need someone who
can sell!
The two countries agreed to work hard to improve bilateral relations.
65 If you empower employees – give them real control over their work - that increases productivity.

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WRITING
You represent a firm of venture capitalists. You have investigated three new businesses that are
all seeking venture capital funding. You should recommend the one that is the least risky and offers the
best prospects for a good return on your investment.
Using the notes below, write a memo of 200–250 words to the new business funding committee.
Give a brief assessment of each business and end with your recommendation.

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Common questions

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Deregulating a sector can encourage competition, innovation, and lower prices, benefiting consumers. However, it also requires careful consideration of market dynamics to prevent negative outcomes such as monopolies or compromised quality. The anticipation of deregulation in the sector suggests potential opportunities for growth and efficiency improvements but also demands regulatory oversight to balance interests .

Innocent succeeded because it hasn’t stood still, indicating a business strategy focused on continual innovation and adaptation to market trends. This approach ensures that the company remains competitive by evolving with changing consumer preferences .

Ahmed's primary motivation now is the important job title, which plays a significant role in his job satisfaction and is indicative of a shift from initial incentives like financial gain when he started his job. His main concern, however, is the lack of enough time off, affecting his overall satisfaction .

Empowering employees by giving them real control over their work can significantly increase productivity. This empowerment likely enhances motivation and engagement, resulting in higher performance levels and more effective contributions to organizational goals .

The text emphasizes that a product won’t have long-term success if it isn’t unique, as uniqueness differentiates it from competitors and attracts customer interest. This differentiation is crucial in establishing a lasting market presence .

Richard Branson succeeded because he managed his brand well. This management likely included strategies to leverage the brand identity, maintain customer loyalty, and adapt to market changes, which contributed significantly to the brand's long-term success .

David Molian believes that successful businesses must understand what they are good at. This involves focusing on core competencies to excel in the market, which contrasts with the idea that entrepreneurs succeed by going beyond their core competencies .

The article suggests that businesses should provide solutions to the problems of a risk-averse market and demonstrate the value of their offerings to potential customers . This approach requires understanding customer needs and effectively communicating how the business can meet these needs to succeed in a risk-averse environment.

The conversation reveals that managing unexpected project costs requires addressing budgetary concerns directly and seeking consensus on solutions, such as additional funding or cost reallocations, to keep the project on track. Alan's insistence on resolving financial discrepancies reflects the need for clear communication and negotiation in project management .

Howard appreciates an environment that includes contact with people and suggests that he might try working from home. This insight shows that while personal interaction is important to him, he is open to flexible working arrangements that could enhance his job satisfaction .

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