Step 4 Vocabulary practice

Task 1. Check up the words in the dictionary and match the qualities with these definitions.

1. articulate 4) diplomatic 7) optimistic

2. numerate 5) considerate 8) dynamic

3. enthusiastic 6) computer-literate 9) accurate

10) energetic

1. is able to use infonnation technology;

2. thinks of other people’s feelings;

3. is discreet and tactful in delicate situations;

4. shows a lot of enthusiasm and energy;

5. is good with figures;

6. can speak fluently;

7. is precise, pays attention to detail;

8. feels confident about the future.

Make a list of qualities you think are most important for anybody working in tourism. Mark the qualities you think you have, make a list of your good points.

Task 2. Words with meaning of remuneration.

Remuneration - вознаграждение; оплата; заработная плата, компенсация

Match the words below with the definitions.

1. salary 4) commission 7) tip

2. bonus 5) overtime 8) perks

3. wages 6) fee

1. the extra things, such as luncheon vouchers or free medical insurance, over and above the basic pay;

2. small sum of money given to reward the sendees of people like waiters or taxi drivers;

3. money paid every month, but referred to as annual earnings paid to professional and managerial staff;

4. money paid to a professional person, e. g. a doctor or lawyer for advice given;

5. money paid to a manual worker, usually calculated hourly and paid weekly;

6. money added to pay, usually as a reward for good work;

7. money that is paid for extra hours of work;

8. money earned as a proportion of the goods or services sold by an individual.

Task 3. Fill in the gaps with a word from task 2.

1. She left school without any qualifications, then got a factory job, but the__weren’t very good.

2. he basic remuneration isn’t high but she earns 15%__on every tour

she sells.

3. The salary is not exceptional but the__include the use of a car and

subsidised accommodation.

4. The consultants charged us a__of £2,000 for an hour’s work.

5. The starting__is £35,000 per annum rising to £40,000 after two years.

6. We gave the guide a good__because she made the visit so interesting.

7. The company paid each employee a £250 Christmas__as profits had

never been so high.

8. If they work on Sunday they get__which is double their usual rate of pay.

Task 4. Read the passage in which Mary Bright talks about her job.

I work for a large tour operator, and part of my job is to try out new holiday destinations, cruises and so on. The best thing about my job is that I get the chance to travel abroad, and I also meet new people, which I think is fantastic. Tve been on lots of trips, but my favourite one last year was a river cruise down the Nile to Kornak - I think ancient Egypt is so fascinating.

Normally 1 don’t really look forward to going on cruises because I get so seasick, but I find flying OK most of the time. The only time I don’t is when I have to go on really long flights - and I can tell you, going from Madrid to Australia is terrible!

Write sentences about her likes and dislikes using the verbs: love; interested; dislike; not mind; hate.

e.g. (love) She loves travelling abroad.

Now write a short paragraph about your likes and dislikes and a holiday job you would like to take.