curriculum/challenges/english/blocks/learn-how-to-use-conditionals/67862d7c5a3e1877d43bdd50.md
This is a review of the entire dialogue you just studied.
Write the following words or phrases in the correct spot:
hard to know, big change, shut down, shock, investors, money problems, and in trouble.
Lisa: Hey Tom, have you ever thought about what would happen if TechCorp went out of business?
Tom: If TechCorp went out of business, it would be a big BLANK. They work with so many companies. Why do you ask?
Lisa: I read they might be having BLANK. If they closed, it would affect a lot of tech companies, wouldn't it?
Tom: Yes, it would. If they BLANK, a lot of people would lose their jobs. And their current projects would stop, wouldn't they?
Lisa: That's right. If that happened, a lot of smaller companies would be BLANK, too. TechCorp helps fund some of their projects.
Tom: True. If that money goes away, those companies might not survive. It would be a BLANK for everyone.
Lisa: Do you think they can fix their money problems?
Tom: Maybe, but it's BLANK. If they get new BLANK, it might help, but it doesn't look likely.
Lisa: I hope they do. If they go out of business, it would change everything.
Tom: It definitely would. Let's watch the news and see what happens.
shock
This word refers to a sudden and often upsetting surprise that causes strong emotional reactions.
money problems
This phrase describes financial difficulties, such as struggling to pay debts, cover expenses, or manage finances effectively.
shut down
This phrase means to close a business or stop operations permanently, often due to financial or operational challenges.
in trouble
This means facing difficulties or problems, often requiring urgent attention or help to resolve.
big change
This refers to a significant or impactful difference in a situation, often affecting people's routines, lives, or environments.
hard to know
This phrase means it is difficult to determine or predict something because there isn't enough information or clarity.
investors
These are people or organizations that provide money to a business or project in exchange for a potential profit or return.