The world of work
- job security – being sure that you won’t lose your job
- stage fright – feeling nervous before appearing in public
- make a living – earn enough money to survive
- job satisfaction – feeling happy about what she does
- employment – having or getting a job
- controversial – causing a lot of argument
- neglect – ignore, not pay attention to
Grammar: reported questions
- We asked a professional what his job was really like.
- I asked him what subjects he was studying.
- They asked him if / whether he had enjoyed working for a charity.
- He questioned if / whether this was still true.
Grammar: subject and object questions
- Jamal phoned Ahmed.
- ‘Who phoned Ahmed?’ ‘Jamal.’
- ‘Who did Jamal phone?’ ‘Ahmed.’
- The storm destroyed houses.
- ‘What destroyed the houses?’ ‘The storm.’
- ‘What did the storm destroy?’ ‘Houses.’
Grammar: negative questions and question tags
- Isn’t it a long way to walk? (I’m not sure I can manage that.)
- Didn’t you ask for his phone number? (If not, how can we call him back?)
- It’s the job satisfaction, isn’t it?
- You’ve made a mistake, haven’t you?
- I shouldn’t really do this, should I?
- Nowadays, we know differently, don’t we?
Writing: formal enquiry letter
- Dear Sir / Madam, I am writing to ask if it would be possible for me to do work experience with your company.
- However, I would be grateful for any experience you are able to offer.
- If you need any further information, please contact me at the above address or by email.
- I look forward to hearing from you.
- I am writing to enquire about possible vacancies with your company.
- I enclose my CV and would be grateful if you could keep it on file in case of any future opportunities.
- Thank you very much for your help.