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Topic: CHARACTER TRAITS

Complete these colloquial expressions.

1

Simon stands out as a bit of a ........ diamond but you couldn't meet a more reliable colleague?

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2

My father's a tough ........ and won't be worried about taking on a long, cross-country walk.

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b)
c)
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3

Geoff is a bit high-........ and isn't very popular in the office.

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b)
c)
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Now complete the gaps with the missing words.

4

A) Carl's a rough and despite his good character could end up offending the customers.

B) We needed a real cookie for the project, somebody who wouldn't crack under pressure.

C) I don't know what she's got to be so -handed about. What's so special about her?

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Make them your own!

1) Would you employ a rough diamond or are outward appearances more important to you?
2) What kind of qualities does a tough cookie bring to a situation?
3) Do you know someone who's rather high-handed?