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Classified Advertisements

In these exercises find a word, phrase or abbreviation in the advertisements
to fit each explanation below it.
1 FLATS TO LET

Cent. London. Self-contained,
w. London, single bed-sit to let,
suit stdnt, own ckng-facilities, fully-furn. c.h., 2 beds, lounge,
share b&w.c.:t55 wkly. inc. labour-saving kit. b/w.c., handy
g/ elec. 01 71 248 4563 after 7. tube :t800 p.m. 0171 266 4792
(a) one all-purpose room for sleeping, studying, relaxing
(b) a simple cooker and perhaps a sink and refrigerator
(c) available for renting
(d) centrally heated
(e) all furniture provided
(f) bathroom with a toilet in it
(g) no extra charges for lighting, heating etc.
(h) with modern equipment 50 you don't have to do much manually
(i) has ali necessary facilities 50 you don't need to share anything
(j) conveniently near an underground station
(k) sitting room, living room
(I) it would suit (be suitable for)

2 VACANCIES
Department Store assistants, mlf, 17+,
Sales manager frozen food co. f:24,000
p.a. negotiable, ann. increments, 00,000 p.a., shopping discount, pens
commission, gd. fringe benefits, gd. scheme, ann. bonus, gd. pos. for sch.
prospects, send c.v. & references to leavers, apply for interview Barons,
George St. Plymouth, Devon.
Icepro. 8 Port St., Plymouth, Devon.
(a) men or women, boys ar girls
(b) an extra payment to all employees every year
(c) employees will receive a pension when they retire
(d) you will receive a percentage of ali the goods you sell
(e) summary of your education, qualifications, jobs
(f) automatic increase of salary every year
(g) annually, every year
(h) letters from previous employers describing your ability and experience
(i) employees can buy goods at reduced prices
(j) other advantages are offered besides basic pay and conditions (car, subsidised
meals, health insurance etc.)
(k) the salary can be discussed and might be more than advertised
(I) there is a good opportunity to improve your position
(m) at least, or more

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