1936 - How Shakespeare can Boost your Business English

The video discusses a pop quiz about Shakespeare's contribution to the English language, focusing on words he invented. It includes a listener's question about the word 'bastinato' and explores three words—lackluster, baseless, and impartial—that Shakespeare coined. The video explains their original and modern meanings, their usage in business English, and concludes with a role play to demonstrate their application.

How many words did William Shakespeare invent in the English language?

• 2000

• 500

• 100

• 1700

What does the word 'bastinato' refer to?

• A type of dance

• A form of punishment

• A musical instrument

• A type of food

Which of the following words was invented by Shakespeare and is used in business English?

• Lackluster

• Innovative

• Dynamic

• Strategic

In modern English, what does 'lackluster' mean?

• Exciting

• Unimpressive

• Colorful

• Bright

What is the original meaning of 'lackluster' in Shakespeare's play?

• Colorful

• Very bright

• Without shine

• Exciting

What does 'baseless' mean in modern English?

• Colorful

• Reliable

• Strong

• Without foundation

In which play did Shakespeare use the word 'baseless'?

• The Tempest

• Othello

• Macbeth

• Hamlet

What does 'impartial' mean?

• Unfair

• Neutral

• Partial

• Biased

Which play introduced the word 'impartial'?

• Romeo and Juliet

• The Tempest

• Macbeth

• King Henry IV Part 2

Why is it important to avoid baseless ideas in business?

• They are creative

• They are innovative

• They are exciting

• They lack data support