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Each passage below is short and workplace-focused — read it, then answer the comprehension questions to check yourself.

Greetings & Self-Introduction

Self-Introduction Note

안녕하세요. 제 이름은 수만이에요.Hello. My name is Suman.

저는 네팔에서 왔어요. 저는 공장에서 일해요.I am from Nepal. I work at a factory.

만나서 반갑습니다.Nice to meet you.

Comprehension Check

1. Where is the writer from?

2. Where does the writer work?

Numbers, Time & Daily Schedule

My Daily Schedule

저는 아침 7시에 일어나요. 8시에 출근해요.I wake up at 7 a.m. I go to work at 8.

저녁 6시에 퇴근해요. 그리고 저녁을 먹어요.I finish work at 6 p.m. Then I eat dinner.

내일은 쉬는 날이에요. 기뻐요.Tomorrow is a day off. I'm happy.

Comprehension Check

1. What time does the writer go to work?

2. How does the writer feel about tomorrow?

Workplace Instructions & Requests

Factory Break Time Notice

휴식 시간은 오전 10시부터 10시 30분까지입니다.Break time is from 10:00 to 10:30 in the morning.

휴식 시간에 물을 마시고 쉬세요.During break time, drink water and rest.

문제가 있으면 사장님한테 말하세요.If there is a problem, tell the boss.

Comprehension Check

1. How long is break time according to the notice?

2. Who should you tell if there's a problem?

Safety Warnings & Emergencies

Safety Sign

위험! 이 구역에서는 안전모를 써야 해요.Danger! You must wear a safety helmet in this area.

기계를 만지지 마세요.Do not touch the machine.

문제가 생기면 바로 사장님에게 말하세요.If a problem occurs, tell the boss immediately.

Comprehension Check

1. What must you wear in this area?

2. What should you do if a problem occurs?

Korean Workplace Culture

A Note About Company Dinners

한국 회사에서는 회식이 자주 있어요.Company dinners happen often at Korean companies.

회식은 동료들과 친해지는 시간이에요.A company dinner is a time to get closer with coworkers.

술을 못 마시면 정중하게 말해도 괜찮아요.If you can't drink alcohol, it's fine to politely say so.

Comprehension Check

1. What is the purpose of a company dinner, according to the passage?

2. What can you do if you can't drink alcohol?

Industrial Safety Fundamentals

Machine Safety Procedure

이 기계를 사용하기 전에 보호 장비를 착용하세요.Before using this machine, wear protective equipment.

손이 미끄러우면 사고가 날 수 있어요.If your hands are slippery, an accident can happen.

사고가 나면 바로 사장님에게 신고하세요.If an accident happens, report it to the boss immediately.

Comprehension Check

1. What should you do before using the machine?

2. What can cause an accident, according to the passage?

Health, Banking & Everyday Life

A Weekend Errand List

이번 주말에 은행에 가요. 통장을 만들 거예요.This weekend, I'm going to the bank. I'm going to open an account.

그 다음에 고향에 송금할 거예요.After that, I'm going to send money home.

몸이 좀 안 좋아서 병원에도 갈 거예요.I don't feel very well, so I'll also go to the hospital.

Comprehension Check

1. What is the writer going to do at the bank?

2. Why is the writer also going to the hospital?

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