Communication Beginnings: An Introductory Listening and Speaking Text for English Language Learners

Chapter 7 76 Chapter 7 Vocabulary degree (n.) service (n.) together (adv.) consider ( v.) position (n.) project (n.) opportunity (n.) interview (n./v.) successful (adj.) demanding (adj.) Part 1 Directions: Use your dictionary to find the meaning for the vocabulary words in the box. Then write the words from the box next to their definitions below. 1. ____________________________________: The chance to do something. 2. ____________________________________: A task that needs to be worked on for some time. 3. ____________________________________: To think about something carefully. 4. ____________________________________: A meeting where people ask each other questions. 5. ____________________________________: A company that provides something to the public, like cable TV or internet. 6. ____________________________________: The place where someone or something is. 7. ____________________________________: Doing well at something you want; earning a lot of money, fame or respect. 8. ____________________________________: A diploma earned at a university such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s. 9. ____________________________________: Something that needs a lot of time and hard work. 10. ___________________________________: When two things or two people are with each other. Part 2: Syllables Directions: Listen to the pronunciation of the vocabulary words. Write the number of syllables that you hear in each word. The first word has been done for you. Chapter 7 Vocabulary degree__2______ service________ together________ consider________ Position________ project________ opportunity________ interview________ successful ______ demanding_______