Episode 05: The Queen of Sheba

"The Queen of Sheba" is a girl who believes she is better than you, not perfect, but better than YOU. 

http://pt.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Queen%20of%20Sheba

Anna is still getting used to how things work in her new job. She turns to her colleagues to ask for help, but upsets Denise by sounding too bossy.

·         Polite requests

This episode looks at language for making polite requests.

Phrases from the programme:

I was wondering if you could do something for me...

Would you be able to print out a file for me?

Could I have it within ten minutes please?

Could you possibly help me with the printer?

Would you mind writing your email later?

·         Listening Challenge

What reason does Tom give for being too busy to help Anna with her printer?

The answer is at the end of the pdf script.

Downloads

To take away:

·         Audio (3.2 MB)

·         Text

http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/general/englishatwork/2012/03/120314_english_at_work_episode_5_page.shtml

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Episode 04: Doing lunch

Anna is determined to be friendly with her new colleagues and to make a good impression. Unfortunately, a slight misunderstanding leads her to make an embarrassing mistake.

·         Introducing yourself

This episode explores expressions you can use to introduce yourself and make small-talk in the office.

Phrases from the programme:

Hello, I don't think we've met.

You must be Tom.

I've just joined the team.

Nice to meet you!

Have you worked here long?

·         Listening Challenge

What is Tom's job title at Tip Top Trading?

The answer is at the end of the pdf script.

Downloads

To take away:

·         Audio (3.2 MB)

·         Text

http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/general/englishatwork/2012/03/120315_english_at_work_episode_4_story.shtml

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Episode 03: The Crisis

Denise explains why she's in such a state of panic and Paul is not pleased. Will Anna be able to help resolve the crisis?

• Language for making suggestions

This episode explores language for making suggestions.

Phrases from the programme:

Can I make a suggestion?

Why don't you try...?

Have you tried asking your colleagues?

Maybe I could do a big office search for you...?

How about looking through your rubbish bin...?

I have an idea!

• Listening Challenge

Why was the memory stick wet?

The answer is at the end of the pdf script.

Downloads

To take away:

• Audio (3.6 MB)
• Script

http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/general/englishatwork/2012/02/120229_english_at_work_episode_3_story.shtml

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