EXERCISE 1

Underline and decide the phrases used in the following sentences.

Example :
So it’s a good idea
A good idea : noun phrase
1. Individual workers have a growing amount of responsibility.
2. Can you verify the information by checking other websites?
3. Workers will have to be good communicators.
4. Employers will value workers who are able to see problems before they happen and
come up with creative solutions.
5. In the age of technology that we are living in now,

EXERCISE II:
Based on the above text, answer the following questions!
1. What are skills urgently needed in the 21st century workplace?
2. Why problem solving skill is valued in the workplace?
3. What does the word “they” refer to?
“Workers will have to be good communicators. They will have to be able to negotiate and
discuss key issues and also write in a clear way without using too many words”.
4. How does employee use a critical analysis skill in the workplace?
5. From the skills mentioned in above text, which skill do you have? Elaborate your
answer.