1 Match a sentence (1-7) with a response (a-j). Not all the
responses are used. One example has been given.
1 d Bye! I'm going out now.
2 Shall we go for a drink after work?
3 I'm going to the bar. What would you like to
drink?

4
What a beautiful watch! Where did you get it?
5 How long did it take you to find the house?
6 Did I see you with a new boyfriend last night?
7 I'm so fed up with all this work!
a Not long. Your directions were very clear.
b It's twenty-five past nine.
Mind your own business!
d Oh, OK. Have a nice time!
I've been waiting for my boyfriend for ages.
f No, put your money away. It's my round .
Oh, me too! I'll be glad when the exams have
finished!
h Never mind! You'll find a job soon.
That's a good idea! I'll meet you in the pub at half
past eight.
į It was a birthday present from my parents.
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Ti
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HIP
HE
11:​

1- d

2- i

3- f

4- j

5-a

6-c

7- g

1. a personal file (is kept) on every member of staff from the moment they are taken on. 2. the employees should constantly (be encouraged) to display initiative. 3. a small increase in our company's profits (was reported) last year. 4. after a sharp decline in annual income they (had been taken) over by a major competitive. 5. the press release (will be issued) to all advertising agencies after the product (is launched) 6. an effective advertising campaign (is needed) to launch a new product line. 7. the central office of this joint-stock company (is located) in minsk. 8. at the moment his claims (are being examined) by the chief executive. 9. by next year, everybody in the company (will be given) a pay-rise. 10. (are credit cards accepted) in your shop? 11. the flight (has been delayed) by two hours due to accident threat. 12. delivering the goods by air is rather costly, but they (are required) urgently. 13. she (will be informed) about the results of the research as soon as it (is finished) next month. 14. some manufacturers (are accused) of dumping - selling goods abroad at a lower price than they (sell) domestically. 15. what (does belarus export)?