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    This document provides exercises to practice the differences between and usage of common verbs related to communication: say, tell, talk, speak, and discuss. It begins with sentences for the student to identify which verb is most appropriate. It then has the student work with a partner to discuss the meanings and rules for using these verbs before completing additional sentences with the correct form. Further exercises have the student look at idiomatic expressions, ask and answer questions using the verbs, and discuss preferences regarding giving speeches, languages spoken, and sharing opinions. The purpose is to improve the student's understanding and accurate use of these important communication verbs.

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    PRE-INTERMEDIATE

    17A Say something!

    Paul Dummett

    1 Do you know the difference between say, tell, talk, speak and discuss? Circle the best verb to
    complete each sentence. Sometimes both verbs are possible.
    a He (said / told) me that he couldnt attend the meeting.
    b He (said / told) that he was sorry for his mistake.
    c We (talked / discussed) about the situation in Japan.
    d We (talked / discussed) the new marketing plan.
    e Did she (speak / talk) to you about the reorganization plans?
    f Did she (speak / talk) about the cost of the project?
    When you have checked your answers, work with a partner and discuss the meanings and
    grammatical rules for the verbs. Then complete these sentences with the correct form of say,
    tell, speak, talk or discuss.
    g Where is she? She
    she would be here half an hour ago.
    h I phoned your office and
    to your assistant.
    i Do you have a free moment to
    the Zurich deal?
    j Ill
    for about half an hour and then answer your questions.
    k I
    him that he would have to wait for an answer.
    l Im sorry, I dont understand. What are you
    about?

    2 Work with a partner. Look at the following expressions and check their meaning.
    I think he was talking rubbish actually.

    Im sorry, I cant hear you. Its a


    bad line. Can you speak up?

    Its very important that you say what you expect from the deal.

    He started his speech by telling us a very funny anecdote.

    This is a free and open discussion,


    so please speak your mind.

    That was a really interesting presentation you gave.

    What did he say about my proposal at the meeting?

    Can I give you a definite answer next week?

    To tell you the truth, I dont really care what happens.

    Lets go for lunch now and we


    can talk business afterwards.

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    3 Complete the questions with the correct form of say, tell, speak, talk or give. Then discuss
    thequestions with your partner.
    a Do you get nervous when you have to
    a speech in public?
    b How many languages do you
    ?
    c Have you ever
    a lie to get a job?
    d Are you good at
    jokes?
    e Do you find it difficult to
    no to people when they ask for help?
    f Do you prefer to
    business on the phone or face-to-face?
    g Are you the kind of person who likes to
    your mind?
    In Company 3.0 Pre-intermediate Macmillan Publishers Limited 2014

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