Phrases Used At A Business Meeting Quiz (B2)

⏱ Time: 07:30 📝 Questions: 15 📊 Level: B2 📚 Type: Business English ⭐ XP: up to +16 (on pass)

Preparing for an English exam? Practise Phrases Used At A Business Meeting with 15 exercises at Level B2. The questions mirror real exam formats — multiple choice, true/false, and matching — so you get familiar with the question styles while reviewing key business english concepts.

⏱ You have 07:30 to answer 15 questions. The timer only starts when you click Begin.

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Question 1: Read the following sentence from a business meeting: 'Are we all on the same page, or does anyone have a different perspective?' What writing concept does this sentence best demonstrate?

Question 1 options
The sentence uses professional register — language that is formal enough for a business setting while remaining collaborative and inclusive. It avoids slang and overly casual phrasing while still being approachable.
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Question 2: During a meeting, the chairperson says: 'We've covered the budget report. ___ let's move on to the staffing proposal.' Which transition phrase best fills the blank?

Question 2 options
"Now" is the most appropriate transition for moving from one completed agenda item to the next in a business meeting. "However" implies contrast, "Meanwhile" suggests simultaneous events, and "Nevertheless" implies concession — none of which fit this sequential context.
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Question 3: In a professional business meeting, it is appropriate to begin with a greeting and brief introductions before moving to the agenda.

Question 3 options
This is true. Standard business meeting etiquette requires opening with greetings and introductions so all participants know one another before the substantive discussion begins.
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Question 4: Which sentence correctly uses professional meeting language to close a discussion?

Question 4 options
"Let's wrap up by summarising the key action items from today's discussion" uses appropriate professional vocabulary ('wrap up,' 'summarising,' 'action items') and a clear, polished structure. The other options contain overly casual language ('guys,' 'gonna,' 'stuff') that is unsuitable for a professional meeting.
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Question 5: Match each business meeting phase (left) to the appropriate phrase example (right).

Question 5 options
Greeting
Setting the agenda
Facilitating discussion
Closing the meeting
Thank you all for being here today.
We have three items to cover today.
Who would like to share their thoughts?
Can we schedule a follow-up for next week?

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

Greeting matches a welcoming phrase, setting the agenda matches outlining discussion points, facilitating discussion matches inviting contributions, and closing the meeting matches scheduling a follow-up.
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Question 6: Which sentence contains a punctuation error in the context of business meeting language?

Question 6 options
The sentence 'First on our agenda is, the quarterly review' incorrectly places a comma between the verb 'is' and its complement 'the quarterly review.' No comma should separate a linking verb from the subject complement in this structure.
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Question 7: A project manager is transitioning between topics during a meeting: 'That concludes our discussion on the timeline. ___ I'd like to address the budget constraints we're facing.' Which phrase best fills the blank?

Question 7 options
"Moving on" is the most natural and professional transition phrase for shifting between agenda items in a business meeting. "In contrast" implies opposition, "For instance" introduces examples, and "On the contrary" contradicts a previous point — none fit a simple topic shift.
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Question 8: The following sentence contains an error: 'Thank you everyone for taking the time to attend this meeting your input has been extremely valuable.' Which option correctly fixes the error?

Question 8 options
The original sentence is a run-on: two independent clauses are joined without punctuation. The correct fix uses a comma after 'everyone' (direct address) and a semicolon to separate the two independent clauses. The other options either keep the run-on, introduce a comma splice, or misplace punctuation.
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Question 9: Arrange the parts of a business meeting in the correct structural order:

Question 9 options
  • Setting the agenda
  • Greetings and introductions
  • Closing remarks and action items
  • Discussion and presentations

Drag items or use arrows to arrange them in the correct order.

A well-structured business meeting follows a standard sequence: greetings and introductions come first, then setting the agenda, followed by discussion and presentations, and finally closing remarks and action items.
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Question 10: You are chairing a meeting with senior executives from a partner company. You need to invite them to share their views on a proposed merger. Which option is most appropriate?

Question 10 options
"We'd very much value your perspective on the proposed merger" is professional, respectful, and appropriately formal for senior executives from a partner company. The other options are either too casual ('throw out some ideas'), too blunt ('tell us what you think'), or unnecessarily stiff and verbose for a collaborative discussion.
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Question 11: What is the difference between setting the agenda and facilitating discussion in a business meeting?

Question 11 options
Setting the agenda outlines the topics and order of the meeting before discussion begins, while facilitating discussion involves guiding conversation, inviting contributions, and managing participation during the meeting itself.
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Question 12: A team leader needs to ask colleagues for their opinions during a meeting. Which version uses the most appropriate professional register?

Question 12 options
"I'd like to hear your thoughts on this proposal" strikes the right balance of professionalism and approachability for a meeting with colleagues. The other options are either too informal ('what do you reckon'), too casual and directive ('drop your opinions'), or overly stiff and bureaucratic ('submit their observations in due course').
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Question 13: In professional meeting communication, using phrases like 'gonna,' 'wanna,' and 'gotta' is generally acceptable when addressing clients or external stakeholders.

Question 13 options
This is false. Contractions like 'gonna,' 'wanna,' and 'gotta' are informal and are generally inappropriate when addressing clients or external stakeholders in a professional meeting. Standard professional register requires more formal alternatives.
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Question 14: At the end of a meeting, the chairperson says: 'Thank you all for your valuable contributions. Let's ensure the minutes are circulated by end of day.' Why does the chairperson use this closing technique?

Question 14 options
This closing technique serves two purposes: expressing gratitude acknowledges participants' effort and maintains positive professional relationships, while requesting the minutes ensures accountability and a clear record of decisions. This combination reinforces professionalism and follow-through.
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Question 15: A presenter at a meeting says: 'My presentation covers three areas. One, our current market position. Two, competitor analysis. And three, um, basically, like, our strategy going forward, you know?' Which is the best improved version of this statement?

Question 15 options
The improved version removes filler words ('um,' 'basically,' 'like,' 'you know') and maintains the parallel structure established in the first two points. Professional presentations require concise, polished language free of verbal hesitations.