Bădescu Alice Alexandra

Grupa I, Anul II CRP

Homework 2

Ex. B/Pag. 8

1. The writer chose that quote to catch people’s attention and to underline the topic of
his article. He also wanted to give a short presentation about what he will develop in
the article.
2. The writer could’ve said that the most important thing is to know how to craft your
message to be able to communicate with international audiences.
3. Delivery in the second paragraph means that they need to be ready and know what
message they have to deliver.
4. One example where the writer helped other people with their presentation is „When
presenting internationally, the fundamental requirement is to recognize that business
as usual is risky business” and another example is „You and your audience need to
have presentation content that is understandable, accurate and received positively”.
5. To get help when preparing your talk you should ask for advice from other local
business people with relevant experience.
6. When a member of the audience ask you questions you should paraphrase them
before responding to make sure that you got the question correctly.
7. Some examples of non-verbal messages are facial expressions, eye contact, hand
movements, touching etc.

Ex. C/Pag. 8

1. It is potentially problematic and dangerous = The stakes can be high and the pitfalls
many.
2. An unsafe strategy = These issues set the stage for communication difficulties and
potential missunderstandings.
3. Make possible or happen = Recognize the business.
4. Most complete = Full-blown graphic presentation
5. Not do things correctly = Head down the wrong track.
6. Make as much use as possible = Use experts.
7. Explaining too much = Information overload.
8. Don’t understand = they can’t figure aut either.

Ex. D/Pag. 8

1. Have proved an inspiration

2. Can you give a more simple explanation of this?
3. They have made arrangements for the annual conference.
4. He’s summary is provided in his presentation in his handout.
5. You could hire someone with intercutural communication to help you prepare your
talk.
6. It’s time to bring this to a conclusion.
Bădescu Alice Alexandra
Grupa I, Anul II CRP

7. An international audience’s non-verbal messages can be open for interpretation.

8. You can’t make any assumptions with an international audience.

Ex. E/Pag. 11

Dear Andrew McCarthy,

Thank your for your e-mail. I want first to say that I am glad that you chose me to hold the
talk and I am honored to do so. So, of course you can consider this e-mail as my confirmal.

I would like to ask you a few details beforehand. First and foremost, could you describe a
little the venue? I would like to know how big the room will be so I could practice my speech
close to perfection. Also, how long does the talk has to be? I would like to know these
informations beforehand so I can prepare as much as I can.

I will send you the proposal for my talk after I receive your answers!

Best regards,

Alice.