. Can you guess how the people in the sketches (1-7) feel? Match them with the groups of adjectives (a-g) below. Can you add any more adjectives to each group? 1 angry, cross, annoyed surprised, shocked, amazed | © How do you feel about the following things? happy, glad, pleased, 7 ‘Act out exchanges, as in the frustrating EE cheerful example. relaxing * cooking * travelling to work dull d_ tired, exhausted, sk € P ‘med yexnausted, SleeRy ‘writing letters * shopping enjoyable 3 * going to the cinema * exercising boring ¥ e stressed, worried, thoughtful / ching © tdsng up tiring - stressful afraid, frightened, scared & ‘A; Hind cooking really enjoyable. B: Really?! don't In fact find it quite stressful sad, miserable, unhappy 2. Paraphrase the following statements. Do you agree or disagree? Why (not)? \ A day of sorrow is longer than a month of joy. Bo Where there is love there is happiness. 3 (@ Listen and write how each person feels. b. Look at the pictures (1-5). How do you think Speaker 1 Spaakeri these people feel? Use adjectives from Ex. 1a to Spoaker2 make sentences, asin the example. ; b. Think of a situation and talk about how you felt 1. Theman inthis picture looks rather sad and miserable. se:your parties, 3341 Which ofthe following is most important to your personal happiness? Rank them in order of importance, then compare your lst to your partner’. ‘health « close family ties « marriage * hobbies * children * possessions # money * status * friendship * career + selfimage * other 2 a. Lookat the title, the first and the last paragraph of the article and discuss the following: 11 What is the article about? 3 What do you think Janet’s steps to 2 What do you expect to read? happiness will be? Make a list. . Skim the text and check if your guesses were correct. . Read the article and choose from the list A-1 the paragraph which best fits each gap (1-7) in the article. There is ‘one extra paragraph which you do not need to use. There is an example at the beginning (0). Which words helped you with your answers? \ STRATEGY POINT Read the text. Think of what kind of information might be missing Read the missing paragraphs and identify the main point in each, Cross out the one used in the example. Remember there is one extra paragraph you do not need to use. Match the topic of the missing paragraph with the paragraph before and after each gap. Look for clues such as reference ‘words (he, there, it etc) or linking words before and after each gap. * Check that your option fits the gap grammatically. + Read the whole text and check whether it makes sense iS | ‘These days, it is that particular group that feel quite comfortable talking openty about happiness or a lack of it, They generally believe that a state of happiness equals sucess and that without success we are nothing, SE ee She actually began to slowly achieve contentment when 5 she realised her attitude was changing, She began t0 understand that she herself had made life difficult as she tended to think in a particular way, for example, never admitting that she was wrong because that would undoubtedly make her seem weak and vulnerable. At the 10 same time she criticised herself endlessly, certain that she did not deserve success and happiness. = 2] = Our desire for happiness has helped ‘The turning point in her life was when the knowledge she develop a multi-million pound industry ‘gained through her studies allowed her to face up to the focused on pleasure. Despite this, many of os ies in fact, possible to seul get a us sill seemto be unhappy! Paycholopist joubts and learn to be more contented with yourself a yout life. This helped her to change many aspects of het Janet Wells seems to know exactly why. life including her outlook, her relations with others and Here we uncover her secrets of how to the choices she made. actually achieve that missing happiness. oS If'we do decide to change things, however, we then begin 20 a journey that only we can map out. We can, however, according to Janet, lear. from other people. What she ‘understood from her research was that although people 24‘A Change, of course, brings uncertainty and uncertainty can create fear. Most of us have a tendency to stay with, what we know rather than choosing any form of change and so, as a result, we continue to be unhappy. B_ She was, at one point, a definite pessimist. She believed that ifyou expected litte in life then you would be able to avoid disappointment. Fortunately, in the 1970s she came to the realisation that ifshe continued thinking in that way, then how could she ever be happy? Janet herself has had to deal with those moments of both happiness and unhappiness in her own personal life, She admits to not being able to actually help people to be happy, but stresses that if you can prevent unhappiness then you have a good chance of being a contented individual. D_ In thinking and worrying about what has happened in the past and anxiously planning the future, we can shut ourselves off from the possible happiness of what is ahead. As a result, the aspect of surprise and pleasure can be lost. E In support of these findings she quotes the ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus who said, "It is not things in themselves that trouble us, but our opinion of those things." It is not what happens to us in life but the way we view it that actually leads to happiness ‘or unhappiness. It seems that people nowadays are more willing to try to react differently to life's events. Janet is a fine example ofthis and has slowly found that changing her outlook hhas brought her a certain amount of happiness. In the past, people rarely discussed whether they were hhappy or not and kept their feelings to themselves. Back then, there was absolutely no. advice to be had anywhere, whereas nowadays magazine articles giving advice on how to spend our time in the pursuit of total contentment bombard us from all sides. It would appear that unhappiness is now generally unacceptable, especially where the younger generation is concemed, She would, however, like to advise people that happiness is not a goal but rather an emotional response to whatever happens and that itis perfectly natural to feel sad at times. In order to help happiness, develop and grow, there is a need to see ourselves as being acceptable to those around us and that we are indeed valuable members of society. What is more, fearing unhappiness, many people fail to recognise that there are losses that we can never get over completely, even though the pain might get less with time. Unhappiness is a completely rational response to certain losses, 30 5 can have similar upbringings, they often have very different ideas and responses to events in life (4 So, we create our own individual translations of things that happen in life and those same translations will make us decide how we feel about an event and what we need t0 do about it, It is not always possible to change what happens to us, but we can always change how we translate what happens to us. E She admits that she would like to be able to bring that same level of contentment to others. Although it is something we each need to do for ourselves, as long as ‘we really want to succeed, she believes we will be able to bring about change, : é = In giving further advice, she says that if you always criticise yourself and demand too much of yourself, then simply stop doing it and be more of a friend to yourself! Focus on the present and what is going on around you right now. (eS ee ee Generally speaking, she recommends living for now, aiving yourselfa litte reward, not because you deserve it, but because it is a pleasant, positive thing to do to encourage positive thinking, Vocabulary Practice ‘a. Explain the words in bold in the text. b, Underline all the adjectives which describe feelings. Can you think of a synonym for each ‘one? What are the nouns related to them? Adjective: happy-joyful Abstract noun: happiness Text Analysis, Look at the phrases taken from the text and explain the underlined parts in your own words. 1... magazine articles... bombard us from all sides. (paragraph G) 2... allowed her to face up to the fact that .. (after ep 2) 3... we then begin a journey that only we can map ‘out... after gap 3) 4 So, we create our own individual translations of things... (after gap 4) Discussion In pairs, discuss three of the main points the writer makes. In paits, discuss the following questions. ‘What do you do to cheer yourself up? * Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Give examples. 25Lan lage For © Moods and Emotions 4 & Lookat the list of adjectives below. Which are positive/negative? * depressed # cheerful # generous * stressed «frustrated # calm « glad # relaxed « joyful + aggressive * happy + lonely # worried » angry ‘nervous # sad + excited « furious ® shy « tense * lazy © optimistic * proud « terrible ¢ funny b. Rewrite the following sentences as many times as you can using the adjectives in the list to replace the words in bold. 1._Jack isin a good/bad mood today. 2 Matia feelsis feeling sad/happy today. © Physical sensations a. Match the feelings to the physical sensations, ‘then make sentences, as in the example. Uectmgs_——=—_gstocl santos angry butterfies in the stomach frightened heart pounding excited sweaty palms hungry rush of adrenaline stressed stomach rumbling nervous red face | was so angry my face was red. bb. What feeling does someone in your country express when they: # clench their fist » frown + drum their fingers * lick their lips + raise their eyebrows * wrinkle their nose? inmy country people clench their fist to show they are angry. > Expressing feelings ‘a. Cross out the words in the box which don’t go with the verb ‘feel’. fear # lonely # astonished « stressed © sick © irritable * alive angry © offended ® frustrated ® hungry © better © panic @ strong ® healthy © obsessive b. When do you usually feel like that? Discuss. ‘As always fe! stressed when Ihave to take an exam. What about you? 8: feel stressed when | goto the dentists 4, @) Listen to five people talking about different situations, Match each speaker with the way they feel. A He's dreading a visit from his cousin Speaker 1 [] B_ He's looking forward to his friend Speaker 2 [1] coming. Speaker 3 (] He finds student lfe fascinating. speaker 4 [] D_ He misses his fiend. spaaners Cl E He likes having friends for dinner. b. In pairs, use verbs/phrases from above to talk about the times you experience similar feelings. ‘A: Whendo you dread something? 8: Onschool days, dread waking up in the morning. ©) extreme Adjectives 5 _Inpairs, use the adjectives from thelist to act out short exchanges. * furious * overjoyed * exhausted * delighted * appalling ® filthy heart broken e fantastic huge + delicious « terrified A: Youmust be tired. 5 B: Tied! exhausted! 1. You must be pleased 2 You must have been scared. You look angry. The food was bad. 5. She seems happy with her exam results. 6 Sarah seemed upset. aw 6 Underline the correct form of the adjective. 1. The music in that restaurant was quite relaxed/ relaxing 2. | was very pleased/pleasing that you decided to join us, 3 The children were very depressed/depressing when the field trip was cancelled 4 | find horror films quite terrfied/terrifying,v. 5. How surprising/surprised he's not home yet! my 6 They were very exced/exctng when ther tam Phrasal Verbs: won the football match. Appendle? Q @. Fillinupor downto complete the sentences. > Idioms and fixed phrases Then, explain the phrasal verbs in bold. 7 What character qualities are these animals 1 She's been quite depressed recently. This holiday associated with? Look at the pictures and will really cheer her complete the idioms. 2 Calm 1 Things aren't as bad as they seem! 3. Things are easing abit at work. | won't have to work so late from now on. 4 | don't like watching sad films. They always get me 5 You have been so stressed lately; you must relax as brave as a(n) lion 2 as wise as a(n) and loosen a bit or you will get ill. 3. as stubbom as a(n) ...... 6 Bob really let me .... | was counting on 4 as cunning as a(n) him to complete the project on time. 5 as quiet as a(n) 7 Open a bit and tell me how you feel 6 assick as aN) wu B It’ been such a tiring day, le’s go to the cinema 7 as proud as a(n) and wind 9 8 as slow as a(n) ee - b. Use phrasal verbs from above to decide what you would say to someone who: b. Now match the adjectives from above with their m you are relying on ‘opposites below. looks depressed ‘won't tell you what is wrong seems to be overworking * flexible straightforward © modest ‘foolish * quick * cowardly * noisy * healthy Rune © How would you describe the people below using the idioms from Ex. 7a? > Prepositions ‘Appendix 1 ee 10 Fillin:for at of in, about, to, by.with. Then make someting sentences. isinteligent and well | informed 1 afraid ......... sth; | has no fear and is ready 2 amused osu sth; \ to face danger ...... 3 angry sb; | does things behind people's 4 annoyed rans 8D backs soe ANWIOUS wan tl t i a 6 ashamed sb; T bored sn Sts; Bbriliant sth; > Words often confused 9 close $b; - 10 delighted... sth; Underline the correct item. 11 disappointed... sthisb; 1. Since I've moved out, | do miss/lose my parents. Bestel sth: 13 faithful. 3b; 2. He could fee! his anger growing/heating ta trendy sp 3. It fees strangelstrangely to be here. a5 Nightened ai 4. | felt asfike a child again 46 ooo ean cin ath 5 He finds it dificult to express/tell his feelings 47 grateful... sb Sth; 18 jealous a. Sb 6 She is trying to hide her true/authentic feelings 49 NEOUS os Sth; 20 pleased ..... 50; 7. She always wants to please/enjoy other people. 2A prOUd enone Sth; 22 FUME as $B: 8 I'msory ve injured/hurt your feelings. 23 Sensi vasa Sth; 24 Upset sour Sth 27 Neen ee eT eT TT ee28 Listening & Speaking 4 @ You will hear five therapists talking about their work. Look at the descriptions of therapies (A-F), underline the key words and say what each one might involve. In pairs, make a list of words related to each one. EXAM STRATEGY Read the instructions carefully and underline the part that shows what the speakers have in common, Read the list A to F and underline the key words you have to listen for. Listen for clues in the form of related concepts and paraphrases to match each speaker to the prompts. Do not finalise your answers until you have listened to the whole extract. Remember that what you are listening to may contain distracting information. When you listen for the second time, check your ‘answers carefully. Remember, there is an extra ‘option you do not need to use (B) Listen and match the descriptions of different kinds of therapy (A-F) to the speakers (1-5). There is one extra therapy which you do not need to use. dealing with your problems while listening to music relaxing and thinking about your emotions explaining your problems to your family working out your problems through films discussing problems in groups expressing feelings through drawings mmone> Speaker1 [J Speaker2, CJ Speaker3 C] Speaker [] Speaker 5 [] c Were your initial guesses correct? Which of the ‘words you came up with did you actually hear on the recording? Listening - Part 4 2 @ Youwill hear a radio interview about cats’ body language. Before you listen answer the following questions. 1. What is body language’? 2 Do you think people can guess what cats are thinking and feeling? Why (not)? In what ways? ((p) Listen to the radio interview and for questions (1-7) choose the best answer A, B, or C. EXAM STRATEGY Go through the questions and possible answers carefully. Try to predict what you are going to hear. Don’t finalise your answers until you have listened to the recording twice. Remember you are listening for detail and a specific purpose. Always check your answers carefully 11 Roger believes that his work is A. rather boring. B natural C_guite exciting. 2. Roger says that ‘A he understands exactly what cats are thinking. B. cats’ body language can tell us how they feel. Che is always surprised by the way cats behave. 3. Acat shows how it feels by moving its A head. B tail paws 4. Ifa cat’ tal is fluffed up and pointing down, the cat is A. protecting itself. B very angry. happy. 5 When two cats are about to fight, the most aggressive one ‘A. will have its ears pointing forwards. B_ will sound frightened. won't make a sound, 6 Cats can understan by the way you A. talk to ther. B_ touch them C look at them. you are friendly to them 7 Which of the following best describes the iterviewer's attitude? A. He doesn't like cats. B_ He doesn’t believe what Roger is saying, © He is surprised. c. Inwhat ways do we use body language to ‘express our feelings? Think of as many examples ‘as you can and discuss in pairs.EE Speaking - Part 3 © Stressful Situations 3 a. Here are some pictures of common situations. Talk to each other about how stressful you think each one can be, then, choose the three that you think are the most stressful. It is not necessary to agree with each other. Speaking - Part 4 b. In pairs, answer the Stude following questions. i 11 What other activitiestexperiences in your life do you find stressful? Why? 2 What do you usually do to relax? .) Listen to two candidates doing the speaking ‘tasks above and assess their performance in terms of: ‘grammar and vocabulary * pronunciation + interactive communication ‘how far they’ve answered the questions. Communication + Asking about and Expressing feelings a. Read the dialogue. Underline the phrases used to ask/express how somebody feels. ‘A: Are you alright? You seer upset. B: Well, to be honest, ve been in a bad mood all day. ‘And now, I've just found out | failed my driving test, som really depressed b. Use the phrases in the box to act out similar dialogues for the following situations. + Your fiend has had his car stolen. * Your fiend has lost her purse. ‘Asking about feelings Expressing feelings How are you ? + Well it’s been a... day ‘Are you (feeling) alright’ J+ Actually, ../The thing is angrylupset/pleased’ | Tobe honest... fee've OK... been in a goodibad/etc Is everything alright? mood all day ‘What's wrongithe matter | I'm sad/angry/alad with you? about > 6 Everyday English * Exclamations a. Which adjective best describes how each person feels? * confused * grateful » disgusted * relieved ‘impressed * annoyed b, Now, match the exclamations (1-6) with the sentences (a-f), as in the example. (2 Be auiet! [AL] | don’t know. [BL] That's disgusting! [EL] Thank you! That's amazing! What a relief! In pairs, act out short exchanges using the ‘exclamations in Ex. 6b. ‘Ay There's big spider onthe ceiling B: Yuk! That’ disgusting 29Reading: Literature Reading - Part 3 a. You are going to read an extract from Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen. From the title of the novel, what do you think you are going to read about? b. Read the short text about the author and the novel. In pairs, write down three questions you have about the text. Skim the text to see if your questions were answered. Conse & Gonsibility — Or. sooner was the funeral over, than Mrs John Dashwood, without sending any notice to her mother-in-law, arrived with her child and her servants, No one could isi her right to 5 come. [0]D] This thoughtless behaviour would have been highly unpleasing to any woman with ordinary feelings in Mrs Dashwood’s situation. [7] Mrs John Dashwood had never been a favourite with any of her husband’s family; but 10 never before had she had the opportunity of showing them how iff i and selfish she could act when the situation required it. Mrs Dashwood was so deeply hurt by this behaviour, and she hated her 45 daughter-in-law so much for it, that, on her arrival, she wanted to leave the house forever. ‘Also, her love for her three children helped her change her mind and for their sakes she avoided a disagreement with their brother. 20 Elinor, the eldest daughter, possessed a great strength of understanding and coolness of judgement. [B[ ] She was often able to — 55 ( EXAM STRATEGY © Read the text through and think of what kind of information is missing. ‘© Read the list of missing sentences. Cross out the one used in the example. ‘© Fit the sentences into the gaps. ‘© Remember to look for clues such as reference words (it, that, he) * Check your answers and read the text through to see if it makes sense. Remember that there is one sentence you do not need to use. 2. @ Eight sentences have been removed from the text. Choose from the sentences (A!) the one which fits each gap. There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use. There is an ‘example at the beginning (0). b. How have the underlined words/phrases helped you decide? 30 ‘A But she had already shown that she was as romantic as Marianne, without having her sense. B_ However, her eldest gil made her think about how that would seem. But in Mrs Dashwood's mind, with her strong sense of honour and her generous nature, the feffeice made her feel absolutely Gi@gUstad D After all, the house was her husband's from the ‘moment of his father’s death. E Elinor, too, was suffering; but still she could struggle, she could make an effort. F These qualities enabled her to give advice to her ‘mother even though she was only nineteen. G The two women encouraged each other to continually express how they felt. H Elinor had an excellent heart; her nature was affectionate and her feelings were strong; but she knew how to contro! them. | McJohn Dashwood did not have the strong feelings of the rest of the family.influence Mrs Dashwood, whose enthusiastic nature sometimes led to Bi86F decisions. [4] ] It was a knowledge which her mother had yet to learn; and which one of her sisters was determined never to be taught, Marianne’s abilities were, in many respects, the same as Elinor’s, She was sensible and clever but her sorrows and her joys had no limits. She was generous, likeable, interesting and everything but careful. The Si#Sil4E between her and her mother vas es Elinor was concerned about her sister’s strong emotions. But Mrs Dashwood valued and ed ‘Marianne’s sensibility, so like her own. [5[_] The pain of grief which overpowered them at first was willingly renewed and created again and again, They let themselves be overwhelmed by their sorrow and were determined never to be comforted in the future, (EL She could talk with her brother, welcome her sister-in-law on her arrival and treat her politely. She also tried to convince her mother to do the same and encourage her to show similar self-control. Margaret, the other sister, was a good- humoured, agreeable girl. [7[_] So, at thirteen, she ‘was not likely to equal her sisters later in life. 25 35 45 aaa = Vocabulary Practice 3 ‘a. Match the words in columns A and B to form collocations. Then make sentences using them. A hasty strong thoughtless good self B behaviour humoured emotions control decisions b. Who or what do the following words refer to? + them (line 11) * their (line 19) * her (ine 32) * them (line 37) Explain the highlighted words. Underline the adjectives the writer uses to describe each character. In pairs, use them to describe their personalities. _ b._ In pairs, find words in the text that describe or indicate how Elinor, Marianne and their mother feel. > Text Analysis 5 What do the underlined phrases ‘mean? Choose A or B. 1 Mrs John Dashwood had never been a favourite with any of her husbands’ family. (lines 8-9) A They never thought she would succeed in life B_ They had always disliked her. Elinor... possessed a great strength of understanding and coolness of judgement. (lines 20-22) ‘A. She rarely panicked, B_ She was strict with peopl. They ... were determined never to be comforted in the future. (lines 38-40) A They refused to suffer any more hardships. B They were convinced they would never be happy. Elinor had an_excellent heart (sentence H), ‘A She was understanding and compassionate. 8 She had always been in good health, © Discussion 6 56 2. Which character do you sympathise with the most? Why? ()) Listen to the piece of music. What images related to the extract come to mind? How do you Do what? do? | mean, how do you find yourself? | tim never lost. With my fingers, of What: | mean course. Please, stop ie row do bot ih all you toot ring me with al these silly questions. 3132 ©) Present Simple and Present Continuous Grammar Reference Circle the correct option for each sentence. What is each tense used for? 1. The boys play / are playing football in the garden at the moment. 2. Waters freezing / freezes at 0°C Jack visits / is visiting his sister next weekend, 4 She catches / is catching the 9 o'clock train every morning 5 Billis looking / looks very tired these days. 6 She (js) always interrupting / interrupts me. Put the verbs in brackets into the correct tense. 1 Can you help me? (try) to get the TV to work 2 He always (do) his best at school B THEY sonnan (argue) all the time 4 Joy can’t come to the phone right now; she (have) a shower. 5 We. sou. (notéplay) football every day. 6 (yourtrust) your doctor? 7 They (eave) this time tomorrow. 8 She (not/get) to work before 9 am every day. > State Verbs 3 Grammar Reference a, Put the verbs in brackets in the present simple or present continuous, then, explain the changes in meaning. 1 Jamie (think) about buying a new car. 21 think) the play starts at eight o'clock. 3 I'm sure this yoghurt has gone off; it (not/taste) good, 4 The chef : (taste) the soup to see if it needs more salt. 51. (ee) what you mean. I'l check my figures again. 6 Andrea (See) the bank manager at 10 o'clock tornorrow morning 7 Tina (be) a very stubborn girl; she " (notflsten) to anybody's advice. 8 I can’t understand why she (be) so stubborn; she's normally so flexible. b. Choose five verbs that are not normally used in the present continuous and make sentences using them. ©) Used to/Be/Get used to 4 Grammar Reference a, Which sentence refers to: a past habit? apast state? ‘current situation? a curent changing situation? We used to live in Scotland. am used to feeling lonely. |am getting used to living in London | used to bite my nails ance Complete the sentences using used to + infinitive or be/get used to-+ ing form and the verbs in brackets. 1. It’s taken me some time, but slowly, | (wake up) at 6 am every morning 2 She oan ; (lay) tennis every Saturday before she hurt her wrist. 3. John and Mary so (go out) with friends every evening before they had their baby. 4 They (eat) fatty foods every day, but now they've cut down, . Write five sentences about things you are used to doing. d. Look at the following situations. Think of things you might have to get used to in each case. + the beginning of the school year + moving toa different town {At the beginning of the school year Il have to get used to getting up early in the morning. © anew summer job * going ona strict diet English in Use — Part 3 5 Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Use between two and five words, 1 Noel is not usually in a bad mood. like Itis in a bad mood. 2. Amy would rather not go out to dinner with us. feel Amy ‘out to dinner with us. 3 The movie star is always recognised wherever she goes. avoid The movie star can’t... : wherever she goes. 4. Mary often criticises people. tendency Mary people. 5. She can't stand him playing the guitar that loud. complaining She playing the guitar that loud. 6 He usually sleeps until noon. used He o noon, 7 Chris had not expected to find learning Spanish so interesting. in Chris is more he had expected,i aaa * ©) Word formation - Forming adjectives Fill in the correct adjectives in each case. Use: -ing, -ive, -able,-y,-ed. ‘Verb Adjective Verb Adjective comfort relieve trust press irritate are protect. scare bore satisfy English in Use ~ Part 5 pce STRATEGY POINT VY ‘+ Read through the title and the whole text to Understand what itis about. ‘+ Decide what part of speech you need in each gap. Remember, you may have to use the word in the plural form, or the negative form. Think of possible | prefixes and suffixes ‘+ Read the text again to see whether it makes sense. 7 Use the word given in capitals to form a word that fits in the space in the same line. The secret of being happy Tye spent years studying 0) happiness and HAPPY. one of the most 1) conclusions is SIGNIFY that there is hardly any correlation between the circumstances of people’s lives and how happy they are. A moment’s 2) should REFLECT ‘make this obvious. We all know people who have @ 3) easy life, yet are RELATE always 4) ssmeny and others who MISERY have suffered great hardships but remain 5) happy. ESSENTIAL, ‘The first secret is gratitude, 6) ou GRATEFUL People cannot be happy. We have a7). TEND ‘o think that being unhappy leads people to complain. Its truer to say that finding cause for 8) mama leads to people becoming unhappy. COMPLAIN The second secret isthe 9) that REALISE happiness is a by-product of 10)... ‘ACTIVE that give our lives meaning English in Use -Part 1 TRA + Read the title to get a general idea of what the text is going to be about. * Read the text once to get the general idea | + Read again. Pay close attention to the words before and after each gap, * Look at the choices you have, Choose the best one. Read again to see whether it makes sense. 8 For questions 1-15, read the text below and deci which answer A, B, C or D best fits each space. FENG SHUI Positive feelings Chinese style Recently, the Feng Shui business has been 0) booming as more and more people 1) nu... an interest in Asian culture and lifestyles. Whether people are 2) ...... Feng Shui experts or simply buying books and trying it out for themselves, there is no 3) ..... that, in the West, in the last few years the idea of Feng Shui has really 4)... off. So what exactly is Feng Shui? Well, it is a Chinese art form that is concerned 5) ...... the Way you arrange the rooms and the furniture in your house. It is believed that organising these things correctly will 6) you happiness and good luck. In the UK there are currently about 300 Feng Shui consultants, They will 7) ..u. {0 your house or office and give you advice 8) ....0n your lifestyle and date of birth. According to one such expert, 19) .... install an aquarium, with six black and one red goldfish in my living room in, order 10) ..... absorb bad vibes. He also told me to TA) «1. attention to one of my windows. He advised me to put plants on the window sill to 12)... the loss of positive ‘energy. The real ‘weak spot’ in my house, however, was the. cooker. He reassured me that hanging some dried vegetables above it would solve the 13) Whether you 14) ...... in the power of Feng Shui or not, it is certainly having a major impact on the 15) thousands of people organise their homes. © Astarting — B booming Copening enriching 1 Atake Bdo Cmake give 2 Atequesting Basking Consulting D adhising 3 Aworry ——B fear Cproblem —D doubt 4 Ataken Badriven Cade started 5 Ain Bof with D through 6 Acany Bbring Cmake = D give 7 Aaall Boome — Cvisit D look 8 Abased ——_B put held Dearried 9 Aought Bneed Cust. ~——dDhave 10 Afor Bas Cthat Dto 11 Agive Bhave Cay Doput 12 Akeep Bdelay finish prevent 13 Afault Berror — Cproblem —_D mistake 14 Abelive — Baccept ~Cagree. ~— rely 15 Apoint Bmanner — Cstyle Dway\ 7 Transactional letters are usually written in response to some written information (e.g. an advertisement, a letter, an invitation, a note, etc) as well a visual prompts (e.g. a map, a diagram etc) © Letters should start with an appropriate greeting (e.g. Dear Sir, Dear Mrs Brown, etc), followed by an introduction which gives the opening remarks and the reason for writing. * The main body is divided into separate paragraphs, Which each deal with a separate topic. Ideas should be linked with appropriate linking words and phrases. ‘© The condusion summarises the points in the main body and/or makes reference to future action, and includes closing remarks folowed by an appropriate ending (eg. Yours sincerely, + your fullname) Itis important to include all the factual information given in the rubric using our own words, and to use a style (informal, semi-formal or formal) that is appropriate to the target reader. ®D Understanding the Rubric 1 Read the rubric, underline the key words/phrases and answer the questions. @ Your class is organising a surprise 40th birthday = party for your English teacher, Mr Smith. As class prefect, you have been asked to invite his wife to the party and to ask her for her advice on what to buy Mr Smith asa gift. Read your notes and use the information to write a letter to Mrs Smith. 1. Whois the target reader? 2. What style of writing would be most appropriate? 3 What is your reason for writing? 4 What information should you indude in the introduction? 5 How many main body paragraphs will you write? How can you rephrase the information? 6 How could you end the letter? 34 © Analysing a letter of invitation 2. a Read the model and choose appropriate topic sentences from the lst below to replace those in bold. What made you decide on these sentences? Why are the other two inappropriate? Could you help us to decide what present to buy? © We haven't got a clue what to buy him fora gift ‘© [don't need to tell you when the party is ‘+ Weare holding the party after lessons on 10th May. © pears smith, | am writing on behalf of Mr Smith's Year 10 English class. As you know, your husband will soon be celebrating his 40th birthday, and we have decided to throw a party for him, We would be very pleased if you could attend. It would be lovely to meet you and your presence would add to the surprise. 1) The party will take place after school on 10th May. It will be held inthe school gym and it starts at Spm. There will bbe a buffet and the guests will include Year 10 English students, the staff of the English Department and the Headmaster. 2) I would like to ask your advice regarding a suitable gift, We cannot decide whether to buy a book, a watch or a jumper. Perhaps you could tellus which you think he would prefer, On the other hand, you may have a better idea. Any suggestions would be more than welcome. Tf you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Ilook forward to seeing you at the party. ‘Yours sincerely, Maggie Simpson “Maggie Simpson b, Answer the following questions. 11 Has all the information from the rubric been induded? 2. Which linking words/phrases have been used? Can you suggest alternatives? 3. Has the writer used an appropriate style? Whatis it? Give examples. 4 What do you think the target reader's reaction will be? Give reasons. Choose an appropriate alternative beginning and ending to replace the highlighted sections. a How are you? We love your husband, so we're ‘throwing him a party. b Asastudent in Mr Smith’s English class, | have been asked to inform you about a birthday party we plan to hold for him. | hope to see you at the party. Iam sure it willbe a very enjoyable event d_ Wel, I think that's all for now. See you there!L( aaa * Requesting information — Indirect questions =) a. Read the advertisements and the notes. Then use the useful language below to help you rewrite the notes as indirect questions. Isthere ommodation near which bands? music from top Tickets £40 Howfarin | Tickeve and more iformati aon AGM Entertainment me PO Box 1946, Springfield SFI QEX = oo an w 5 other activities? Ca ee 12, Bowness Windermere Useful language: Indirect questions Could you tell me .../ Could you let me know What type of letter is the extract taken from? What is the purpose of this letter? What part of the letter is it? How does the writer propose to resolve the situation? RUNS b. Rewrite the text in formal style, using the notes below. + takerfull responsibilty + Please/accepusincere apologies/inconvenience caused + hope/forgive/regrettable error + assure/do our utmost/compensate + Please/accept/complimentary meal voucher/used at your convenience + confusion/caused/misunderstanding/between departments Understanding the Rubric 2 Read the rubric, underline the key words/phrases and answer the questions. You and a group of your friends rented the holiday apartment in the advertisernent below for a week. However, there were a number of problems and you left after just three days. You have decided to write a letter of complaint to the agency you rented the apartment from. Read the advertisement and the notes you have made. Then ‘write your letter to the agengy, saying why you are dissatisfied and telling them what action you want taken. | am interested in finding out ; ae it was | would appreciate i ifyou could let me know. Beautiful Beach-Front more like | would like to know Apartment To Rent 500 | would be grateful if you could tell me. Not : metres ee Nenana! sitet Ait ot ol Could you tell me whether accommodation is available Dangerous - tay bese tots of cary? broken Three bedrooms, Wellequipped essential railing kitchen, q—__-—~_ Items b. In pairs rephrase the indirect questions. Tarathalany wih reatvione MIM Could you tlle theresa hostel closeto Stanley Park? “none Good value. yw Rack pparkit S) Apologising 4 aa. Read the extract below and answer the questions. We're really sorry for the trouble we have put you to. It was completely our fault. We confused the dates. It was a sily mistake, so please don't be cross. | promise we will do our best to make it up to you. Have a free dinner — we're paying. 1. Whois going to read the letter? 2 What type of letter are you going to write? 3. What opening/closing remarks could you write? 4 What tone are you going to use? Why? 35\/ Transactional letters are usually written in response to ‘some written information (e.g. an advertisement, a letter, an invitation, a note, etc) as well as visual prompts (e.g. a map, a diagram eto), © Letters should start with an appropriate greeting (e.g. Dear Sir, Dear Mrs Brown, etc), followed by an introduction which gives the opening remarks and the reason for writing. ‘© The main body is divided into separate paragraphs, which each deal with a separate topic. Ideas should be linked with appropriate linking words and phrases. '* The conclusion summarises the points in the main body and/or makes reference to future action, and includes dosing remarks followed by an appropriate ending (e.g. ‘Yours sincerely, + your full name) Its important to include all the factual information given in the rubric using our own words, and to use a style (informal, semi-formal or formal) that is appropriate to the target reader. > Understanding the Rubric 1 Read the rubric, underline the key words/phrases and answer the questions. Your class is organising a surprise 40th birthday © party for your Englsh teacher, Mr Smith. As dass prefect, you have been asked to invite his wife to the party and to ask her for her advice on what to buy Mr Smith as a gift. Read your notes and use the information to write a letter to Mrs Smith, 11 Who is the target reader? 2 What style of writing would be most appropriate? 3. What is your reason for writing? 4 What information should you include in the introduction? 5 How many main body paragraphs will you write? How can you rephrase the information? 6 How could you end the letter? 34 © Analysing a letter of invitation 2 a, Read the model and choose appropriate topic sentences from the list below to replace those in bold, What made you decide on these sentences? Why ate the other two inappropriate? * Could you help us to decide what present to buy? ‘© We haven't got a clue what to buy him for a gift ‘© don't need to tell you when the party is. ‘+ Weare holding the party after lessons on 10th May. Dear Mrs Smith, Tam writing on behalf of Mr Smith’s Year 10 English ‘lass. As you know, your husband will soon be celebrating his 40th birthday, and we have decided to throw a party for fhim, We would be very pleased if you could attend. It would be lovely to meet you and your presence would add to the surprise. 1) The party will take place after school on 10th May. It ‘will be held in the school gym and it starts at Spm. There will be a buffet and the guests wil inode Year 10 English ftudents, the sa of the Englsh Department and the 2 Xi ls yee nga ine ine in desi vetine we tna, seth ona Jommpes Bethapyon oY wtih yon ee bac trefer On the other hand, you mey havea beta det. Any Suggestions would be more than weleome. Tf you have any questions, please do not hesitate to xtra, Ho fotos test yn atthe pa. Yours sincerely, Maggie Sngcon Maggie Simpson b. Answer the following questions. 11 Has all the information from the rubric been included? 2. Which linking words/phrases have been used? Can you suggest alternatives? 3 Has the writer used an appropriate style? What is it? Give examples. 4 What do you think the target reader's reaction will be? Give reasons, Choose an appropriate alternative beginning and ending to replace the highlighted sections. ‘a Howare you? We love your husband, so we're throwing him a party b_ Asasstudent in Mr Smith’s English class, | have been asked to inform you about a birthday party we plan ‘to hold for him. ¢ [hope to see you at the party. lam sure it will be a very enjoyable event. d- Well, | think that’s all for now. See you there!a Requesting information — Indirect questions =) a. Read the advertisements and the notes. Then use the useful language below to help you rewrite the notes as indirect questions. there nmodation earby? which bands? arn = Tickete £40 ‘stherea wari | Tickets and more information discount feds AGM Entertainment for ee PO Box 1946, students? other the activities? equipment Useful language: Indirect questions, * Could you tell me .../ Could you let me know |.am interested in finding out | would appreciate it if you could let me know. | would lke to know * I would be grateful if you could tell me Could you tell me whether accommodation is available nearby? b. Inpairs rephrase the indirect questions. Could you tellmeifthere sa hostel close to Stanley Park? Apologising 4a. Read the extract below and answer the questions. ‘We're really sory for the trouble we have put you to. It ‘was completely our fault. We confused the dates. it was a silly mistake, so please don’t be cross. | promise ‘we will do our best to make it up to you. Have a free dinner — we're paying ‘What type of letter isthe extract taken from? ‘What is the purpose of this letter? ‘What part of the letter is it? How does the writer propose to resolve the situation? RwNo b. Rewrite the text in formal style, using the notes below. + take/full responsibilty ‘+ Please/accept/sincere apologies/inconvenience caused + hope/forgive/regrettable error + assure/do our utmosticompensate + Please/accept/complimentary meal voucher/used at your convenience + confusion/causec/misunderstanding/between departments Understanding the Rubric 2 5 __ Read the rubric, underline the key words/phrases and answer the questions. You and a group of your friends rented the holiday apartment in the advertisement below for a week. However, there were a number of problems and you left after just three days. You have decided to write a letter of complaint to the agency you rented the apartment from. Read the advertisernent and the notes you have made, Then ‘write your letter to the agengy, saying why you are dissatisfied and telling them what action you want taken, Beautiful Beach-Front | yy ye ‘Apartment To Rent 500 metres! Not . ON eet ction Pyrat alt Dangerous ~ sandy beach. Lots of broken railing Three bedrooms, Well-equipped essential Wickes, ¢—__—~“ Lara balcony with great view J No - want i Good value. view money _-—* of car back park! ‘Who is going to read the letter? What type of letter are you going to write? ‘What opening/closing remarks could you write? ‘What tone are you going to use? Why? RUNS 3536 Writing: Transactional Letters (1) bs Analysing a letter of complaint 6 MODELA Read the two models and choose the one which is appropriate. Have all the points in the rubric been covered? How has the information been rephrased? Dear Sir, T want to tell you how angry and disgusted I am with the holiday apariment I rented from you on 15th August. I think you've got a real cheek advertising it as ‘beautiful’ because it was the ugliest apartment I've ever seen in my life. For a start, you lied when you said it was spacious. There wasn’t room to swing a cat inside. The rooms were also very dirty. I spent the first day of my holiday cleaning them. ‘Next, you said the kitchen was well-equipped. Not at all! Lots of essential items were missing. After three days, I'd had enough and went home. ‘T'm sure you can tell I am really angry. You have ruined my summer by spoiling my holiday. I demand you give me some of my money back and you should say sorry, too. If you don’t you'll be in big trouble. Hurry up and reply to ‘this letter. Yours sincerely, Helen tnt Helen Hunt Dear Sir, I am writing to complain about the holiday apartment 1 rented from you on 15th August. I believe your advertisement was misleading in a number of ways. Firstly, the apartment was by no means spacious. The rooms were cramped and there was very little storage space. Also, the distance from the beach was in fact ten times farther than you claimed. Furthermore, the balcony railing was broken. This was quite dangerous and could have caused an accident. In addition, it overlooked an unattractive car park in contrast to the ‘great view” you advertised. Finally, the kitchen was poorly equipped and a lot of essential items were missing, such as plates and saucepans. Consequently, I felt I could not stay any longer and returned home after three days. As you can imagine, I am quite disappointed. I feel I am entitled to a partial refund in addition to an apology for the inconvenience caused. I look forward to receiving a prompt reply. ‘Yours faithfully, Sarda Folkestone Sandra Folkestone Read model A again and find ‘examples of the following: ‘+ excessively strong language + aggressive tone ‘+ overly informalcolloguial idiomatic language + irrelevant information + phrases taken word for word from the prompts ‘+ points not covered in the rubric Replace the phrases in bold in model B with ones from below to change the tone of the letter from mild to strong. + lam extremely upset ‘= [insist that this matter be dealt with promptly + to express my extreme dissatisfaction with = extremely hazardous + refused to remain + Idemand for the annoyance and discomfort I suffered + totally inaccurate Read the following sentences and identify the tone used in each one. Then, rewrite the sentences, using a different tone. 1. Idemand a full refund at once, or | shall be forced to take the matter further 2 | am writing in connection with a faulty appliance which | recently purchased from your store. 3 | am writing to express my total dissatisfaction with the appalling service | received from your staff. 4 | wish to make a serious complaint regarding your inefficient staff. 5. | would appreciate it if you could look into this matter as soon as possible 6 | would like to complain about the poor quality of service | recently received from your company.Discuss. it 10 Read the rubrics and underline the key words, Then answer the questions that follow for each one. ‘You work for a mail order company and have received a letter from a customer who is unhappy about the delay in the delivery of a camera he ordered. Read the extract from his letter and the notes you made, and write a letter of apology. Give an explanation and details of what you will do to rectify the situation. Ag damaged on arrival ~ ‘Selhery tone I must insist that you supply my goods as soon as we had to wait for the possible. I would also like a satisfactory explanation as next solvers from to why there has been such a long delay as well as an €-——— SUPP very sorry - good _» apology for the inconvenience caused. offer free carry case customer ee! and 3 films as compensation B ‘You are arranging an anniversary party for your parents. You have seen the advertisement below for The Claremont Hotel, which seems suitable, but you need some more information. Use the notes you have made to write to the manager, giving the details of the event and asking for further information. Notes The Claremont Sate 20th. zona tates price list spm-t2pm Exellen conferonce fates and 3 funtion rooms suitable f 150 guests Torrie 500 30 gs. discon ene c = You want to improve your English and have seen the following advertisement on your school notice board, Read the * advertisement and the notes you made, and write a letter giving the details requested and asking for more information. Private English Lessons se Notes Experienced English teacher offers lessons forleamners of an here? ‘ages and levels. Whenp Reasonable rates. How Please contact Mr Thompson and provide details of: course pay your age and level of English One-to. of AS Provideap ‘your reason for learning One oF groups, * language coursesiexams taken 30 far D You ordered a gift for a friend from a mail order company. When it arrived it was late and you were not. happy with it, Read the advertisement and the notes you made, Then, write a letter to the company, explaining why you are nat happy with the gift and asking for your money back Beautiful China Figures The Perfect Gift From Memorable Moments ‘Are you looking for an ideal gift for a friend or loved one? Why not choose one of our beautiful china figures to gve to ‘someone special. Each figure comes on a wooden stand with wrong 4 gold plaque where we will engrave your chosen message. <———~" message Only £19.99, took 3 weeks — Delivered within 10 days, A tog Late YES ener Money back guarantee, Order todayl 37 cracked AWriting ansactional Letters E This is part of a letter you received from your pen friend, Look at the notes you made and write your letter in reply, giving | your advice and the information your pen friend asked for. & [ve decided that I'd like to learn to play tennis. | know you've been playing for years so | wondered what = | advice you could give me - I really have no ideal Notes join a club ‘© find a friend to give you some lessons ‘© borrow a book from the library ‘+ buya racquet & some balls (don’t spend too much ~ about £50-£75 — you might not like it) + trainers and a tracksuit are OK — you don’t need special dlothes F You are going on a cycling holiday next weekend with two friends, Jane and Anne, Below is part of a letter Jane sent you ‘with her suggestions for the trip. You have found some information about the area, including a map and an advertisement for the Queens Hotel. Read Jane's letter and the notes you made and, using the map and the advertisement, write @ letter answering her questions and making your suggestions about where to stay. We could (ge coed —to0 far the norti Takeo on Saturday. Anne thinks: ‘that the route might, be too tlffng, though =F agree — ‘An easier option is to cycle round Lake EG Windermere, but | don't know what there Is to ote ‘ see ther leens Hotel thn Peta Garden Het stay, What do you think? Would it be Yes - tell better if we just wert her places round Lake to visit Windermere? TL ea 11 What type of letter do you have to write? 7 What information will you include in each one? 2 Who is going to read the letter? 8 What useful phrases could you use? I 3. What style of writing should you use? 9 How could you paraphrase the information given in : 4 How will you addressisign the letter? ‘the rubric? 5. What opening remarks could you use? 10 How will you end the letter? 6 How many main body paragraphs will you write? 411. Using the information you have learned in this unit, choose one of the writing tasks above and complete it. You should write between 120-180 words. 38Vocabulary & Grammar 4 Fillin the missing word. 1 He with a strong accent; i's not easy to understand him. 2 Ita secret, 50 dOnt wns a word 3 Weare going on a crise GOWN sxissennnnn SiMe this summer. 4. Let me give you a... of advice 5 Don't talk to him, He isn't in a good ‘today. 6 1. to lve ina flat, but now live in a big house. 7 Ican’t reach the top shelf iS... high 8 What's John’s number? I need to get in . with him urgently. 9 | tried to get him to vp and share his feelings with me, but he wasn't ready to tak about it. w up oF we'llbe late. 11 Jane bumped .. an old schoo! friend in ‘town yesterday. 12. I'm sorry, Mr Smith isnt in at the moment. Can you back later? 13. [haven't seen Steve since he moved to Madrid. 1 really him. 14 If the line s busy, you should hang and ‘ry again later. 15. {really cant... the difference between the twins 16 I'msomy. didn’t mean to your feelings. 17 Mobile phones must be switched sass OM setoplanes. 18 Sarah speaks three languages, but her language is English, 19. thaven’t heard .. .» Kim for about a month, 20 I'm grateful yOu for your help. (10 marks) 2 Circle the correct item. 1. She leaned over and ....- quietly in his ear A clapped B wept —C whispered D yawned 2 JV always... hands with someone when | meet them for the first time. Awave B shake Caive =D clap. 3. Tomisas proud as a A parrot B lion — C peacock fox 4. He was so angy his «nue Wa5 red, Ahead Bopalm face D heart Self-Assessment Module 5. Sarah has been a bit depressed lately so we have bought her some flowers to ........ her up. Acalm B cheer C loosen Dease 6 She finds it dificult to... her feelings. Asay B express C tell D aive 7 Peter is very annoyed speaking to him. Afor — B to Cof Dwith Paul so he isn’t 8 | don't feel well. | think I will make an appointment .. the doctor today. Aat Bto with D for 9 Ive been trying to get to the bank all morning, Aat B with — C through Din 10 I'm absolutely... | haven't slept all night. A furious B exhausted C delighted D horrified (10marks) Use of English ‘Complete the second sentence using the word in bold. Use two to five words including the word iven, Do not change the word given. 1. Claire couldn't eat the soup as it was very hot t00 The Soup .. = Claire to eat 2 |asked her ifshe needed any more information. else asked NEF If conn she needed to know. 3 Duncan does not usually last his temper. lke tis : to lose his temper. 4. When I got up on stage forgot everything | was going tosay. anything — When got up on stage sommes cosine WAS GOING 1 52 5 Sam would rather not go to the cinema tonight. feel sam to the cinema tonight. (S marks)Fill in the correct word derived from the word in bold. 1. Before the oo INVENT of the telephone, communicating over ‘reat distances was slow and diffcut. ThE a DEFEND ‘was sentenced to five years imprisonment. She couldn't believe that the strange in the minror washers, REFLECT is more than a feeling, HAPPY itisa state of mind. Children's safety is of the utmost IMPORT (5 marks) Read the sentences. Ifa sentence is correct, put a tick (). fit has a word that should not be there, write this word on the line. 1. Ihaven’t got a mobile phone, but | think | will get the one. After a few days later, I felt much better. Text messaging has become a part of life for many people. She is the happiest person | know her, Rumour has it that Jenny is going to get married, Communication Choose the correct response. 11 Why don’t we go to the cinema? A Thank you. B OK Have you thought about using a dictionary? ‘A That’sagoodidea. Blt could be. Say hello to your parents for me. A. Me, too. B Thanks, | will Can | call you later? A Not really. B Sure, ‘Are you alright?” A Not realy. B_ I'mhappy. (Smarks) Complete the dialogue. Is) 7 You seem fed up. Well, 2) : hectic day and now I've got ‘to work late. ‘That's a pity. But I'm staying late, too. How 3) going out together afterwards? VA cameras | feel tired already. A: Goon. It'll cheer you up. OK. 5)... 2 Where are we going? (5 marks) Reading You are going to read an article about a famous mathematician, Seven sentences have been removed. Choose from the sentences (AH) the one which fits each gap. There is one sentence you do not need to use. The first sentence has been chosen for you, as an example (0). Pythagoras is often described as a very important mathematician, yet we know little about his achievements. Many Greek mathematicians wrote books about their work, but we have nothing written by Pythagoras. What we do know is that he was the leader of a society which was half scientific and half religious. [O[E] We are not sure if the information we have about him is fact or legend. We believe that Pythagoras was born on the Greek island of Samos. His father was a merchant, and as a child, Pythagoras travelled with him selling their goods. We also know that Pythagoras was well educated, He Ieamed music and poetry and had three philosophers to teach him. [T[_] Thales advised Pythagoras to travel to Egypt to learn more about mathematics and astronomy.So, in 535 BC, Pythagoras travelled to Feypt, where he visited many temples and took part in discussions with priests. [2] _] For example, the Egyptian priests refused to eat beans and wear animal skins, as did Pythagoras later in his life. In 525 BC, the King of Persia invaded Pgypt. Pythagoras was taken prisoner and was transported to Babylon. It was here, taught by the Babylonians, that he reached perfection in arithmetic and music. [3 In Samos he founded a school which was called The Semicircle. It seems that the people of Samos did not appreciate the teaching methods of Pythagoras and they treated him rudely and improperly. Furthermore, the Samians wanted to involve Pythagoras in local politics against his will [4 Pythagoras knew that all the philosophers before him had ended their days in a foreign country. So it was in Italy that he founded a religious and philosophical society. ‘The members were called mathematikoi, they had no personal possessions and were vegetarians. This society contributed a great deal to the understanding of, mathematics. Pythagoras believed that numbers rule the universe and that numbers are present in all things. He also connected mathematics to music and recognised the healing power of music. [5] ] Another of his beliefs was that there are three types of men: those who love wisdom, those who love honour and those who love gain. G[_] Today we remember him best for his famous geometry theorem, known as the Pythagorean theorem. (18 marks) ‘A. Pythagoras was a mathematician, an astronomer and a philosopher. B Both men and women were allowed to be members, and many women Pythagoreans became philosophers. We do not know when Pythagoras was set free, but we know that in 520 BC he left Babylon and returned to Samos, his birthplace, D Two of these philosophers Thales and ‘Anaximander, introduced him to mathematics. E_ Itwasa secret society, and today Pythagoras is still a mysterious figure. . F Many of the customs he learnt in Egypt he came ‘to adopt. G_ For these reasons he went to Italy. H_ He used it as a kind of therapy to help those who were il Self-Assessment Module Listening ‘You will hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer (A, Bor). 1. You hear a man talking to some people. What is ‘the purpose of his talk? A To show people how to work faster B Towelcome new employees © To convince people to join his company 2. You hear two people talking in an office. What happened to the man? A He was on holiday. B He has been working from home. C. He had an accident. 3. You are listening to a weather report on the. radio. What will the weather be like tomorrow? A. Rainy all over the country B Dry but very cold in the south Mostly sunny with occasional rain 4 You hear aman talking on the radio. How does he feel? A puzzled Boangy sad 5. You hear a man and a woman talking. Where are they? A Inalibrary B_ inva bookshop © Ina computer shop 6 You are ata lecture, When is it taking place? ‘A. During the fourth week of the course B_ During the first week of the course During the last week of the course 7 You hear this announcement on the radio. What is happening on the M6? A No traffic is allowed on it. B Trafficis heavily congested, C_ There have been several accidents. 8 You hear this conversation between a man and a ‘woman. Why has the man gone to see the woman? A. To ask for advice about his career B_ Totell her about his wife's problem © To get help with a health problem (12 marks) a ceSpeaking 410 Answer the following questions. How long have you been studying English? How do you think you will use your English in the future? Do you speak any other languages? . Look at the following two Student A> pictures. They show different situations in which people are tired. Compare and contrast the two pictures, saying which person you think is more stressed. . What part of your routine do Student . Look at the following two you find the most tiring? ei pictures, showing different al situations in which people are talking. Compare ‘and contrast the two pictures, saying how you imagine each conversation will end. d. Who isthe person you feel Student A most comfortable discussing a problem with? Why? (10 marks) Writing 12. Youare in charge of arranging the entertainment for this year’s graduation party at your college. You have written to a well-known singer who used to attend your college, inviting her to perform at the party, She has agreed and she has written to you asking for more information, Read her letter, on which you have written some notes, then write a reply to her. Write your letter in 120-180 words. (15 marks) (Total = 100 marks) Progress Update How do you rate your progress? Tick (V) the box that applies to you. Excellent | Good | OK [Could do better Vocabulary & Grammar Ustening ‘Speaking Reading [wating Communication