Question

Choose the meaning of the phrases in bold

1. First of all, Ed collected the information.

He found the information.

He bought a collection of books.

2. Ed checked the professional background of some people.

He checked their work history.

He checked their workplace.

3. Ed did some research on the topic.

He studied the topic in detail.

He changed the topic of the presentation.

4. Ed's presentation met everybody's expectations.

Ed's presentation met everybody at the door.

Ed's presentation was something everybody wanted to hear.

5.Ed exceeded the audience's expectations.

His presentation was better than people expected.

His presentation was longer than people expected.

6. It's crucial to make the presentation clear for the audience.

It's very difficult.

It's very important.

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Answer 1

1. He found the information.

2. He checked their work history.

3. He studied the topic in detail.

4. Ed’s presentation was something everybody wanted to hear.

5. His presentation was better than people expected.

6. It’s very important.