English VI: Exercise 3 - Parts of the English Speech

República Bolivariana de Venezuela
Universidad Nacional Experimental Marítima del Caribe
English VII, FG-701 – Prof. Francisco Javier Salinas Bello

Identify the parts of the English speech by underlining with colors.

Prepositions: blue
Conjunctions: orange
Pronouns: purple
(possessive, demonstrative, interrogative, relative, indefinitive, reflexive)
Phrasal verbs: green
Modal verbs: brown

The smallest gift is mine. U.S. business people give out many promotional items, which are not gift-wrapped. Formal gift-giving among U.S. executives is usually limited to Christmas/Hannukah and commemorative events. Some U.S. executives who deal with foreigners have learned to give gifts on other occasions. Gadgets are popular, and gifts may display a corporate logo. Gifts are opened immediately.
This is yours. Ours is the green bottle on the corner. Invocations over drinks are customary wherever alcohol is consumed. The English word for this custom, "toasting," derived from the tradition of dipping a piece of scorched bread into a tankard of beer or wine, to improve the taste of the drink. Different countries offer some interesting variations on toasting habits.
This must not continue. It is undeniable that garments form a large part of people's first impressions. In much of the world, a person dressed inappropriately will not be taken seriously, especially in a business situation.
Who will meet the delegates at the airport? Starting out on the right foot in a business speech is crucial. But when cultural differences come into play, this can be a real challenge.
Whom do you think should be invited? To make an appointment, an introduction is usually required. This can come from a person known to both parties, a trade organization, or a professional "go-between" (sometimes called an "enchufado"). But family is always important in Latin America, so an introduction by a businessperson's relative is often the best way.
You may invite whomever you like to dinner. For a business traveler, sharing a meal with an international client is a necessary part of establishing a relationship. And just as each culture has its own cuisine, it has its own dining etiquette. If you want to create a good impression when dining abroad, here are some tips.
The office had been searched and everything was thrown onto the floor. At the start of a new year, many of us assess our physical, emotional and professional states. If your goals include a new international job, get ready by testing your knowledge of some of the differences in interviewing around the world. Good luck!
Richard usually remembers to send a copy of his e-mail to himself. You should find a knowledgeable, in-country attorney who can ensure that your contracts are prepared with all the clauses required by their legal systems.
The CEO himself said that he would lower the prices. Most of us think we know a "Yes" from a "No." But if you’re crossing some multi-lingual lines, even basic communications can take a wrong turn.
Unfortunately, the bank closed at three today. What happens when one culture’s method of selling and negotiating is applied to different international business and social situations?