Topic: WORK

Complete these colloquial expressions.

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Be careful. The managers are on the ........ over that email that was sent out to all staff criticising management. a) march b) rampage c) warpath Well done! If someone is 'on the warpath' they are extremely angry about an issue and want something done about it.Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

2	It's a good job. The boss keeps us all on our ........ but everyone is keen to do well and there's a great atmosphere. a) toes b) feet c) legs Well done! If someone 'keeps you on your toes' they keep you alert or busy. Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

3	It takes courage to put your ........ on the line when there's a difficult decision to be made. a) arm b) body c) neck Well done! If you 'put your neck on the line' you are prepared to do something risky which might lead to your reputation suffering.Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

Now complete the gaps with the missing words.

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A) Unions are the warpath over rumours that job cuts are planned. B) Our manager says she likes to do a tour of the factory everyday to keep the workers their toes. C) We need someone who's prepared to put their neck on the and not be afraid to make important decisions. Well done!Try again.Your answer has been saved.

Make them your own!

1) If you know someone is on the warpath do you face them or try to avoid them?
2) Have you ever worked for someone or had a teacher who liked to keep you on your toes?
3) Would you be prepared to put your neck on the line if a risky decision had to be taken?