Do you know the English expression “to cut to the chase“? Read the conversation below. What does Katy mean when she says “can you cut to the chase”?

Katy: Thank you for your detailed report of your meeting with the client John. We appreciate it. But can you cut to the chase and tell us if the client wants to work with us or not?

John: Sure. She wants to work with us.

Does it mean:

a) chase someone

b) talk in more detail

c) tell us the important point

d) stop talking

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Answer: c) tell us the important point

Do you know the phrase “to give (someone) a ring“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Mel: What time are we going to meet on Friday?

Bill: I’ll check my schedule and give you a ring later.

Does it mean:

a) give someone a ring for their finger

b) text someone

c) email someone

d) call someone by phone

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Answer: d) call someone by phone

Do you know the phrase “I’m dreading (something)“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Gwen: Are you prepared for your job interview tomorrow?

Claire: Yes, but I’m dreading it! I hate job interviews.

Does it mean:

a) to be worried and scared about something

b) to hate doing something

c) to be looking forward to something

d) to be upset about something

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Answer: a) to be worried and scared about something

Do you know the meaning of this question? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Boss: Can you tell me why business is so bad this month?

David: ………

Boss: What’s wrong? Has the cat got your tongue?

Does it mean:

a) why don’t you speak?

b) did the cat take your tongue?

c) do you have a tongue?

d) what happened to your mouth?

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Answer: a) why don’t you speak?

Do you know the English expression “to be all set“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Emily: Are you prepared for your move abroad next week?

Bill: Yes, I’m all set! I have packed my suitcases and I have my visa!

Does it mean:

a) to be settled

b) to be ready

c) to be nervous

d) to prepare documents

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Answer: b) to be ready

Do you know the English expression “to leave (someone/something) behind“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Tracey: Did you bring your textbook home from school?

Julie: No, it was too heavy so I left it behind.

Does it mean:

a) not take something/someone with you when you leave a place

b) put something/someone behind you

c) arrange for something/someone to arrive later

d) take something/someone with you

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Answer: a) not take something/someone with you when you leave a place