Watch the video, ex-es 2a, 4
Navigate Upper-Intermediate Review slide 36,ex-es 1,2,4,5a

2a. Match the words and phrases in the box to definitions a-e.

a. The group of people who work for an organization — workforce
b. The way that work is usually done in an organization — working practices
c. Everything that forms part of the employees’ relationship with work — collegues, light and space, company rules, etc. — work environment
d. Flexibility in when or when you work — agile working
e. How long you work and at what time of day — working hours

4. Complete each statement with the correct topic from the box.

1. Technology affected some industries negatively, but made others better and more profitable.
2. Writing in code is something more people can do nowadays.
3. Younger people are more used to creative environments.
4. Now that many businesses use social media, there is a concern that wokers may take advantage of this.
5. Young people starting careers need to find jobs they enjoy.

1a. Complete the advice about money. The first letter is given.

1. Unless you have plenty of money to spend, never go shopping without a list.
2. Use cash for small purchases so you notice how much money you are frittering away on newspapers and coffees.
3. Save more. If you set aside a certain amount of money each month, you will have less available, so you’ll spend less.
4. Invest in a short course to learn how to do simple repairs around the house. You’ll save a fortune.
5. Don’t throw your money around unnecessarily. You don’t need to impress anyone.
6. If you join a gym, make sure you get your money’s worth. Don’t keep paying monthly fee if you never actually go.

2. Choose the correct options to complete the sentences.

1. “This is so heavy.””Don’t worry, I’ll help you carry it.”
2. We need to get up really early because the plane leaves at 7 a.m.
3. If you get there late, all the best seats will have gone.
4. Stand back from the edge, the train is leaving soon.
5. Don’t ring me at 7:30, I will be watching my favourite TV programme then.
6. What subject are you going to study when you go to university?

4. Match the two halves of these eight collocations.

1. pick something — e. up quickly
2. think — c. ahead
3. stick — a. at something
4. do your — h. best
5. lose touch — g. with someone
6. make the — b. most of something
7. drop — d. out of school
8. know — f. your stuff

5a. Complete the sentences with nouns made from a root word in box A and a suffix in box B. Change the spelling if necessary.

1. The firefighter recieved an award for her bravery.
2. People usually work better if they are given encouragement.
3. He has a lot of ability in the subject, but doesn’t work very hard.
4. A Thank you for your assistance.
   B I was glad to help.
5. I dream of being a pop star, but in reality I know it isn’t very likely.
6. Older people have greater wisdom because of their life experience.