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Business English Practice · CEFR B1

B1 Intermediate

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Useful Discussion Phrases

• Giving opinion: "In my opinion, this strategy is..."
• Agreeing: "I agree with this point because..."
• Disagreeing: "On the other hand, the company might face..."
• Connecting: "This reminds me of another brand, which..."

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Business Hero Presentation Coach App 2026

HeroPrep Studio

Business Hero Self-Learning & Pitch Builder

Profile & Topic

Your Name

Chosen Business Hero

Venture / Brand

Presentation Framework

Oral Pacing Gauge

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Est. Speaking Time: ~0 min 00 sec

Target: 450–650 words (approx. 4–5 minutes at 130 wpm).

Pillar 1 of 5

Introduction, Hook & Core Brand

Define who your hero is, their venture, and why their story captured your interest.

Guiding Research Questions:

• What problem in the market did this person set out to solve?
• What is one surprising or catchy fact to hook your audience in the first 30 seconds?

Slide 1 Key Bullet Points

Oral Script / What You Will Say (Hook)

Pillar 2 of 5

Education, Mentorship & Learning

How did they learn their craft? Did they follow formal schooling, self-study, or learn on the job?

Guiding Research Questions:

• What degrees, books, hobbies, or mentors influenced their vision early on?
• How did their learning style prepare them for the industry?

Slide 2 Key Bullet Points

Oral Script / Spoken Delivery

Pillar 3 of 5

The Crucible: Struggles to Breakthrough

Every real entrepreneur faces failure. What was their turning point?

Guiding Research Questions:

• What nearly broke their company or ambition (bankruptcy, firing, rejection)?
• What exact pivot, product launch, or strategy turned things around?

Slide 3 Key Bullet Points

Oral Script / Spoken Delivery

Pillar 4 of 5

The Present: Scale & Global/Local Impact

Where are they or their enterprise right now?

Guiding Research Questions:

• What is their market standing, ecosystem size, or modern innovation focus today?
• What ongoing legacy or social influence have they established?

Slide 4 Key Bullet Points

Oral Script / Spoken Delivery

Pillar 5 of 5

Lessons Learned & Reflection

Synthesize 2–3 actionable rules for your classmates and future career.

Guiding Research Questions:

• What business mantra or mindset can someone adopt right now?
• How will you personally apply this principle to your own studies or career?

Slide 5 Key Bullet Points

Oral Script / Concluding Statement

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Business Idioms Mastery 2026

Business English Vocabulary Lab

Business Idioms Mastery (A – C)

Master 50+ essential workplace idioms through smart flashcards, sentence drills, and quizzes.

Showing 53 idioms

Card 1 of 53

IDIOM

A blank cheque

(Click card to flip definition & example)

Fill-in-the-Blank Challenge

Context Clue / Definition:

Sentence:

Idiom Mastery Assessment

10 multiple-choice questions

Biz Discussion App 2026

Interactive Self-Study Module

B1 Business English Discussion Lab

Read concise industry briefs, formulate business opinions, and test your comprehension.

Topic Title

~100 Words Read

Reading Brief:

Discussion Questions:

Insert Functional Speaking Frame:

Your Written Opinion / Discussion Notes:

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B1 Review & Comprehension Check

Complete all questions, then click "Submit & Check Answers" for instant grading.

Part 1: Vocabulary in Context

1. Companies adopt AI software to eliminate _____ tasks like data entry.

(A) repetitive (B) creative (C) flexible

2. Severe weather can disrupt global _____ and delay retail deliveries.

(A) work-life balance (B) supply chains (C) customer loyalty

3. Answering work emails late at night frequently causes employee _____.

(A) profit (B) investment (C) burnout

Part 2: Reading Comprehension (True / False)

4. AI systems are entirely error-free and never produce false corporate data.

True False

5. Sourcing materials from local vendors helps decrease shipping emissions.

True False

6. Respecting personal time and vacation keeps staff motivated and loyal.

True False

Part 3: Functional Argument Connectors

7. "Although green technology requires initial investment,..." -- Choose correct completion -- ... but people must verify the facts carefully. ... it lowers operating costs in the long run. ... but it makes setting work boundaries more difficult.

8. "In my experience, working remotely offers flexibility,..." -- Choose correct completion -- ... but people must verify the facts carefully. ... it lowers operating costs in the long run. ... but it makes setting work boundaries more difficult.

9. "AI tools speed up research,..." -- Choose correct completion -- ... but people must verify the facts carefully. ... it lowers operating costs in the long run. ... but it makes setting work boundaries more difficult.

Debate 2026 App

B1 Debate Rebuttal Trainer

Practice acknowledging opposing viewpoints and writing structured rebuttals.

Debate Motion

Motion Title

Opponent's Claim:

Your Challenge:

Insert Useful B1 Phrase:

Word count: 0 words (Goal: 40-70 words) Saved locally

Sample B1 Rebuttal:

Self-Assessment Checklist:

• Did I acknowledge the opponent's view first?
• Did I provide at least one clear reason or alternative?
• Did I write between 40 and 70 words using full sentences?

Literal versus Figurative Meaning

Literal vs. Figurative Meaning

Learn the difference and test your knowledge!

"She has a heart of stone."

Literal: Her physical heart is made of actual rock (impossible in real life).

Figurative: She is emotionally cold or unkind.

"Time flies when you have fun."

Literal: A clock has wings and is flying through the sky.

Figurative: Time seems to pass very quickly.

"I'm feeling down today."

Literal: Sitting on the ground or physically underneath something.

Figurative: Feeling sad, tired, or unhappy.

"I'm so hungry I could eat a horse."

Literal: Actually sitting down to consume an entire living horse.

Figurative: Extremely hungry (an exaggeration).

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