Theme: Participating Effectively in Team

Section 1: Dialogue
Daniel is attending a meeting with his colleagues about a new marketing campaign. He is
actively participating and contributing ideas.
Sophie: Alright, let’s get started. We’re here today to discuss our next marketing campaign.
I’d like to hear everyone’s input on the direction we should take.
Daniel: I think we should focus on targeting younger audiences. Our current campaign
doesn’t seem to resonate with them.
Sophie: That’s a great point, Daniel. What do you think would be the best way to reach that
demographic?
Daniel: We could incorporate more social media influencers and use more interactive
content like polls or Q&A sessions.
John: I like that idea. I think we should also leverage data analytics to refine our strategy as
we go along.
Sophie: Yes, data analytics is crucial. What about the design aspect of the campaign? Any
thoughts, Clara?
Clara: I think we should keep the visuals simple and use bright colors that appeal to
younger consumers. I’m also thinking of experimenting with more dynamic layouts.
Daniel: I agree with Clara. And we should definitely focus on storytelling to make the
campaign more engaging.
Sophie: Great suggestions all around. Let’s summarize what we’ve discussed so far and
divide tasks accordingly.

Section 2: Vocabulary List

Phrasal Verbs:
● Focus on → Pay attention to or emphasize something.
● Incorporate → Combine something into a whole.
● Leverage → Use something to maximum advantage.
● Keep it simple → Avoid overcomplicating things.
● Experiment with → Try new ideas or methods.
● Summarize → Recap or briefly outline the main points.
Idioms:
● Focus on the bigger picture → Consider all factors and the overall goal rather than
getting bogged down in details.
● Get the ball rolling → Start an initiative or action.
● On the same page → Agree on a particular issue or goal.

Section 3: Conversation Questions Using the Expressions

1. How do you usually focus on the most important issues in a meeting?
2. Have you ever had to incorporate a new idea or plan into an existing project?
   How did you manage it?
3. What’s the best way to leverage team strengths to achieve a project’s goal?
4. When working on a team, how do you keep things simple and avoid confusion?
5. Can you think of a time when you had to experiment with a new approach at
   work? What were the results?
6. How do you usually summarize the main points at the end of a meeting?
7. Why is it important to focus on the bigger picture when working in a team?
8. How do you usually get the ball rolling when starting a new project with your
   team?
9. How do you ensure everyone is on the same page when working with others?
10. What’s your approach to contributing ideas in team meetings?

Section 4: Comprehension and Creative Writing Questions

1. What did Daniel suggest to target younger audiences in the marketing
   campaign?
2. Why did Sophie think data analytics was important for the campaign?
3. How did Clara contribute to the discussion about the campaign design?
4. What was the overall goal of the meeting in the dialogue?
5. Write about a time when you had to focus on a specific issue in a meeting. What
   was the outcome?
6. Describe a situation where you had to incorporate feedback into your work
   during a team project.
7. What’s an example of a time when you had to experiment with a new idea at
   work?
8. Imagine you are leading a meeting. How would you get the ball rolling and
   ensure everyone is on the same page?
9. Think of a time when you had to summarize a long discussion. What were the
   main points you focused on?
10. How do you ensure that your input in team meetings is always clear and
    effective?