curriculum/challenges/english/blocks/en-b1-quiz-express-disagreement/696044ddc473e1631e10002a.md
This quiz checks your understanding of how to express disagreement.
To pass the quiz, you must correctly answer at least 18 of the 20 questions below.
Read each question and choose the correct answer. There's only one correct answer for each question.
What is a stipend?
A one-time bonus given after finishing a project
A payment received only for overtime work hours
A reward given for excellent performance at work
A fixed amount of money given to cover certain expenses
Which of the following is incorrect?
I don't think so is a simple and direct way to disagree.
I'm not sure about that is a softer way to express doubt.
I don't really agree is a polite way to disagree without sounding strong.
I understand, but... is a phrase used to fully agree with someone.
What is productivity?
The number of meetings a team schedules each week
The level of satisfaction employees feel at work
The tools a company uses to manage projects
The amount of work completed within a certain period of time
Listen to the audio. How does Bob strengthen his argument? <!-- (quiz audio) Bob: I understand, but isn't office furniture also a priority? I mean, a lot of people are working from home with makeshift setups. -->
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He uses but to change the topic and avoid disagreement.
He repeats the same idea without explanation.
He asks a question without giving any support.
He uses I mean to explain and support his point further.
What do you describe as makeshift?
Something modern and carefully designed for long-term use
Something expensive and professionally manufactured
Something permanent and fully optimized for work
Something temporary or not ideal but used as a solution
What does this sentence express: Office equipment is just as important as software tools?
One thing is less important than the other
One thing replaces the other completely
The speaker compares two unrelated ideas
Both things are equally important
What is an example of a setback?
A successful release that improves team performance
A meeting that helps solve problems quickly
A new feature that increases productivity immediately
Slow computers that delay work and reduce efficiency
Does the phrase True, but... show disagreement?
No, it shows complete agreement.
No, it ends the discussion without responding.
Yes, it rejects the other opinion strongly.
Yes, it accepts an idea but introduces a different view.
Listen to the audio. Does Anna agree? <!-- (quiz audio) Anna: I agree that comfort is important, but we shouldn't neglect technology. -->
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She completely disagrees with the first idea.
She avoids giving any opinion about the topic.
She fully agrees without adding another point.
She partly agrees but adds a different concern.
Which of the following best describes asynchronous remote work?
Employees work together in the same office at fixed hours
Employees must always be online at the same time
Employees complete tasks only during scheduled meetings
Employees work remotely and complete tasks at different times
Which of the following means working together toward a common goal?
Communication
Miscommunication
Delay
Collaboration
Does the phrase That makes sense express agreement?
No, it shows confusion about the topic.
No, it introduces disagreement politely.
Yes, but it asks for more explanation.
Yes, it shows understanding and agreement.
You want to acknowledge an opposing view before presenting a counterargument, so you say: BLANK, we should also consider another option.
Therefore
For example
In addition
However
Choose the grammatically correct sentence:
I am getting used to work remotely.
I get used to work remotely quickly.
I am used to work remotely every day.
I am getting used to working remotely.
Listen to the audio. What does David think about remote work? <!-- (quiz audio) David: I see your perspective, but I still think there's value in having everyone in the office. It builds team spirit and makes problem-solving easier. -->
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He thinks remote work has no benefits at all.
He believes communication is the main advantage of office work.
He thinks problem-solving is easier when working remotely.
He believes working in the office improves team spirit and makes problem-solving easier.
What are team-building activities?
Tasks used to evaluate employee performance individually
Meetings focused only on technical problem discussions
Training sessions designed to teach programming languages
Activities created to strengthen teamwork and cooperation
What is a polite response when someone thanks you?
That could work.
That's a good suggestion.
That's a reasonable suggestion.
Don't mention it.
What does this sentence mean: They have the same opinion about the new project?
Their opinions changed several times recently.
Their opinions are completely opposite.
One person has no opinion about the project.
They share an identical opinion.
Which definition is incorrect?
Setup is an arrangement of equipment or furniture.
Laptop is a device necessary for completing work tasks.
Webcam is a device used for video meetings online.
Headset is equipment mainly used for printing documents.
Which sentence uses the correct preposition to mean continuing with a decision instead of changing it?
We decided to stick on the original plan.
We decided to stick at the original plan.
We decided to stick into the original plan.
We decided to stick with the original plan.