Import/export, logistics and supply chain vocabulary exercises
The language and vocabulary of importing, exporting, logistics and supply chains has often seemed quite boring but these days it is becoming more essential and relevant to understanding the economy and economic issues than in decades. Below are some vocabulary, listening/speaking and reading comprehension exercises to help students of Business English expand their language skills.
30th June 2024
1 Introduction to import/export vocabulary
Here are a couple of matching exercises to help introduce students to import /export vocabulary.
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2 Parts of speech for importing/exporting
This is an exercise exploring the parts of speech and language use when talking about the import/export process.
3 Logistics discussion questions
Logistics discussion questions is a vocabulary and listening/speaking exercise for Business English students focusing on aspects of logistics.
4 Supply chain complaints exercise
This is an exercise exploring common complaints about supply chain issues.
5 Elementary reading comprehension exercise about a day in the life of an importer/exporter.
This is an elementary reading comprehension exercise about a day in the life of an importer/exporter.
6 Elementary supply chain reading
This is an elementary reading comprehension exercise about the supply chain.
7 Interview with a supply chain manager
An interview/role play listening/speaking exercise for higher elementary to pre-intermediate students.
8 Advanced supply chain reading
This is a more advanced and detailed reading comprehension exercises about the supply chain.
9 Logistics (and shipping) vocabulary worksheet (with audio and answers)
This business English ESL vocabulary and listening exercise aims to help students understand logistics and shipping vocabulary. Students match the vocabulary to the pictures and then listening to the audio and write short sentences at the bottom of the page.
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