Self-Study Tasks.REMEMBER THAT WHAT YOU SAY IS USUALLY LESS IMPORTANT THAN HOW YOU SAY IT.
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Dinner or Supper?
Both "dinner" and "supper" can be used to describe an evening meal, and in that sense there is little difference between them.
You would never serve supper at noon, but you might have dinner at midday-though today it makes more sense to call that meal lunch.
In earlier times, dinner was a heavy meal that farm laborers ate to sustain them through a long afternoon. Its use has changed with modern life, but it can still suggest a fuller evening meal, while supper can be lighter evening fare.
How to Make "Small Talk"
You may be able to deliver
killer speeches, wonderful presentations and professional talks on topics of
your choice. But can you make small talk? There are times in life when you need
to make casual conversation. And in business, the social aspect of a business
relationship is often as important as the professional one. Here are some top
tips for making small talk.
1. Listen
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Quiz
How much do you know about Britain? Try
answering these questions.
But be careful! They’re not quite as
easy as they seem.
1. Is Britain a
country?
a) Yes. b) No.
2. What is England’s national
anthem?
a) It doesn’t have
one. b) “God Save the
Queen!”
3. Which countries
does the Queen rule over?
a) The UK and all
the countries in the Commonwealth. b) None.
4. Is healthcare free
in Britain?
a) Yes. b) It depends.
5. What’s the most
popular food in Britain?
a) Curry. b) Fish and chips.
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Pride and prejudice
EMMA:
Once upon a time there was a young woman who was full of pride...
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