Susan hires Bob to run her business (Speak English like an Americans)

The provided text is a lesson from an English learning book. Lesson 7 focuses on idioms and expressions. Susan hires Bob to run her cookie business. The dialogue shows how Susan persuades Bob to take the job, even though he knows nothing about baking. They use idioms such as "bright and early," "didn't sleep a wink," "work like a dog," "fat chance," and "crash course." The lesson further explains the meaning and usage of these idioms and others like "happy camper," "mixed feelings," "needless to say," "not have a clue," and "give it a shot." Finally, the book tests the reader on the idioms.

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• Hiring Someone for a Business: The dialogue revolves around Susan hiring Bob to manage her cookie business. It highlights the negotiation and persuasion involved in recruiting someone, even if they lack specific skills but possess managerial abilities.
• Using Idioms in Conversation: The core of the lesson is demonstrating the use of common English idioms in everyday conversations. It provides examples of how idioms add color and nuance to language, making communication more engaging.
• Understanding Idiomatic Expressions: The lesson thoroughly explains the meaning of each idiom. It gives multiple examples to contextualize the idiom’s usage and offers synonyms to ensure a comprehensive understanding for language learners.