Is “overworking” OK? – 30 Minute Worksheet

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Part 1: Vocabulary

Before you read the article, check your understanding of the vocabulary terms. Complete the definitions using terms from the vocabulary list.

to overwork
to call time on something
a culture of…
poor time management
service provision
be short-staffed
leave someone in the lurch
a run of something

__________________________________: abandon someone without helping them
__________________________________:stay in your shift after it has ended
__________________________________:take action about something
__________________________________: behaviour of a group or institution
__________________________________: inefficient use of time
__________________________________: not have enough staff for a shift
_____________________________: something which happens one after another
_____________________________: giving people something they need

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