Контрольная работа по Английскому языку на тему: "Logistics problems"

Logistics problems

Get ready! Before you read the passage, talk about these questions. 1 What are some things that could disrupt a supply chain? 2 How can logisticians prepare for problems?

Reading 2 Read the article. Then, mark the following statements as true (T) or false (F). 1 Supply chain disruptions are usually unpredictable. 2 The article advises having backup suppliers and carriers. 3 Logisticians need to evaluate all risks to their supply chains.

Match the words or phrases (1-8) with the definitions (A-H).

1 unforeseen 5 strike 2 compound 6 _ shut down 3 indicator 7 breakdown 4 troubleshoot 8 unpredictable

A a stoppage of work by employees as a form of protest B to cease operations, usually due to financial troubles C the failure of a machine or vehicle to operate the way it should D not expected to happen E to make something more extreme or intensified F difficult to tell whether or not it will happen G something that shows the state of conditions H to take action to solve a problem

Read the sentences and choose the correct words or phrases. 5 1 The disruption/strike in the supply chain caused a delay in production. 2 My company's biggest indicator/competition is the Sandhurst-Higgins Company. 3 Destruction caused by breakdowns/natural disasters can cause transportation delays. 4 Sam was concerned about the instability/shut down of the supplier's finances. 5 The company was sued because it defaulted/compounded on its obligations.

Presentations and Communications

Before you read the passage, talk about these questions. 1 What are some effective ways to communicate when giving presentations? 2 Why do engineers need good presentation skil s'

Read the email. Then, choose the correct answers. 1 What is the main idea of the email? A a plan for an upcoming presentation B problems with an engineer’s communicatior style C concerns about a software development plan I D ways to improve company policies on I sharing ideas I 2 Which of the following is NOT suggested in the email? A Read note cards more carefully. B Remember to look at the audience. C Repeat important ideas at the end. D Give the audience handouts. Get ready! Q Before you read the passage, talk about these questions. 1 What are some effective ways to communicate when giving presentations? 2 Why do engineers need good presentation skil s' According to the email, what shows confidence? A using note cards C summarizing clearly B signposting often D standing up straight

Match the words and phrases (1-5) with the definitions (A-E)

1 project 4 summarize 2 signpost 5 body language 3 _visual aid a physical representation to demonstrate ideas in a presentation to guide listeners with clear directional wording to briefly present the main points of something communication that is expressed physically, without words to speak loudly so that one’s voice is heard at a distance

Fill in the blanks with the correct words and phrases from the word bank. note card presentation review eye contact handout 1 Each audience member received a fuli-page_______________ listing additional information and references. 2 After the speech, the engineers met to ____________________ the information in detail. 3 The speaker couldn’t remember what to say, so she checked her____________________ . 4 The engineer planned a ____________________ to introduce his new software design. 5 Try to make____________________ with as many audience members as possible.