‫‪Jack C.

Richards‬‬
‫‪David Bohlke‬‬

‫اﯾﻦ ﻣﺠﻤﻮﻋﻪ ﺑﺎ ﻟﻮﮔﻮى ﻣﺮﺟﻊ زﺑﺎن اﯾﺮاﻧﯿﺎن‬

‫ﺑﻪ ﺻﻮرت ﻧﺸﺮ ﺑﺮﺧﻂ و ﺣﺎﻣﻞ ﺑﻪ ﺛﺒﺖ رﺳﯿﺪه اﺳﺖ‬
‫‪.‬ﮐﭙﻰ ﺑﺮدارى از آن ﺧﻼف ﻗﺎﻧﻮن‪ ،‬ﺷﺮع و اﺧﻼق اﺳﺖ ﺷﺎﻣﻞ ﭘﯿﮕﺮد ﺧﻮاﻫﺪ ﺷﺪ‬

‫‪OXFORD‬‬
‫‪UNIVERSITY PRESS‬‬
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develop confident conversation skills. In each two-page lesson, students learn key Vocabulary, practice
these new words and develop structured speaking skills through the Conversation activity, study new
functional language in the Language Booster section, and then develop either Pronunciation or
Listening skills in preparation for a communicative Speak with Confidence activity.

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Through the Speak Now lessons, learners evaluate their progress through role-play situations
inspired by the Can-Do statements of the Common European Framework (CEFR).

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A Student A: Ask Student B what he or she likes to do on weekends.
Show Interest and ask follow-up questions.
Student B: Answer Student A's questions. Include at least
three things you like to do.
B Now change roles.

I can ask/talk about free-time activities. I can show interest.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
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 •• Where are you from? 2 Pronunciation: Contractions

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I'm tall and thin. 4 Listening: Listen for descriptions

Alice is more serious. 6 Listening: Listen for personality traits

••
All of my friends text. 8 Pronunciation: Reduction of of

I've never had Thai food. 12 Listening: Listen for food experiences

••
First, grill the bread. 14 Pronunciation: Consonant clusters

The service is great. 16 Listening: Listen for opinions

••
Are you ready to order? 18 Pronunciation: Intonation in choice questions

I have a sore throat. 22 Listening: Listen for health problems

••
What should I do? 24 Pronunciation: Syllables

I'd love to try that! 26 Listening: Listen for activities

•
Soccer is more exciting! 28 Pronunciation: Silent syllables

••
I can write pretty well. 32 Pronunciation: Can and can't

I'd have to have ... 34 Listening: Listen for requirements

•
I travel for free. 36 Listening: Listen for pros and cons

Is the manager there? 38 Pronunciation: Syllable stress

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Starting a conversation English in Action I 5 1l,A�r /
Closing a conversation
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Asking about appearance Starting a conversation
Describing appearance about people

Asking about personalities

Describing personalities Meet Casey, page 10

(sONFIDENCE BOOSTER
Talking about quantities ONLINE PRACTICE�
Describing people

Asking about experiences English in Action s�

Describing experiences
Giving a series of instructions Sharing experiences
Reminding someone of something with food

Describing restaurants
Learning to Cook, page 20

Taking orders (soNFIDENCE BOOSTER

Ordering food Talking about a recipe ONLINE PRACTICE •.,

Describing health problems English in Action SJl�A�, j

Making suggestions
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Asking for advice
Giving advice
f. Making suggestions

Expressing wants and intentions II� ' ·�-:- ":_.-

Giving reasons Eric's Health Habits, page 30

Asking for comparisons (sONFIDENCE BOOSTER

Making comparisons Asking for advice

Describing abilities
Making recommendations

Expressing necessity Getting a job

Expressing lack of necessity

Describing pros
Describing cons Casey's Part-time Job, page 40

Asking for someone on the phone @:oNFIDENCE BOOSTER

Asking about a job Talking about job requirements ONLINE PRACTICE�

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 •• That sounds fun! 42 Listening: Listen for activities

••
I'd love to go. 44 Pronunciation: Reduction of want to

I'm sorry, but I can't. 46 Listening: Listen for responses and excuses

••
Sorry I'm late. 48 Pronunciation: Using stress and duration to convey emotion

Did you go alone? 52 Pronunciation: Reduction of did you

••
Which do you prefer? 54 Listening: Listen for preferences

You must get a visa• 56 Pronunciation: Reduction of have to and has to

••
When is the next train? 58 Listening: Listen for prices and schedules

I usually wear jeans. 62 Pronunciation: Intonation in a series of things

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What do you think? 64 Listening: Listen for ideas

Can you do me a favor? 66 Pronunciation: Reduction of would you and could you
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What is it used for? 68 Listening: Listen for uses

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I think it's fun! 72 Listening: Listen for opinions

I feel the same way. 74 Pronunciation: Stress in contrastive responses

•
What would you do? 76 Listening: Listen for reactions to situations

Then what happened? 78 Pronunciation: Intonation in clauses

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Talking about free-time activities
Showing interest

Inviting someone Inviting someone to

Responding to an invitation an event

Declining an invitation
Giving an excuse Waiting for a Friend, page 50

Apologizing @:;oNFIDENCE BOOSTER

Responding to an apology Asking about people

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Asking double questions English in Action
Describing past events

Asking about preferences Asking about preferences

Describing preferences for travel

Expressing prohibitions
Expressing obligations Tom's Travels, page 60

Asking about prices and schedules (spNFIDENCE BOOSTER

Describing prices and schedules Talking about an itinerary ONLINE PRACTICE�

Asking about general behavior English in Action s�

Describing general behavior

Asking for ideas Asking for and offering

Offering ideas ideas and requests

Making requests
Agreeing to requests Packing Light, page 70

Asking about uses @:;ONFIDENCE BOOSTER

Describing uses Describing objects ONLINE PRACTICE ...

Asking for opinions English in Action

Giving opinions

Agreeing with opinions Discussing opinions for

Disagreeing with opinions imaginary events

Asking about an imaginary situation

Discussing an imaginary situation Casey's Amazing Story, page 80

@:;oNFIDENCE BOOSTER
Describing a series of events
Asking about opinions ONLINE PRACTICE�

Confidence Boosters 82 Audio and Video Scripts 98 Vocabulary Index 119

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 • Starting a conversation

• Closing a conversation

t I Vocabulary
A Look at these conversation topics. Check (.I) the people you would talk to about these topics.

Topics u�1�1 ul:-j f!:.?JSJ

I Friends I Family
I Anyone I Noone

money
school grades
personal problems
hobbies and interests
home life and family life
marriage and relationships

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which topics are OK and not OK to talk about with specific people.

Example:
A: I think it is OK to talk about hobbies and interests with anyone.
B: I agree. It's not OK to calk about money with friends.

21 Conversation
co, f) A Listen. Where is Nicole from? Who did Brian travel with?

Nicole: Hi. How's it going? I'm Nicole.

Brian: Pretty good. My name's Brian.

Nicole: And where are you from?

Brian: I'm from Canada. And you?

Nicole: Brazil.

Brian: I went to Brazil last year!

Nicole: Really? Wow. Did you travel alone?

Brian: No, I went with friends. It was fun. Listen, I'd better get going.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co1 8C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we start and close a conversation.

Hi. My name's ... listen, I'd better get going. See you later.
I
Hello. How's it going? Well, I need to go. Have a nice day.
Excuse me.What's your name? I've got to run. Nice talking to you.
Nice day, isn't it? It's been nice talking to you. Take care.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns starting a conversation. Find out your partner's name and where
he or she is from. Then close the conversation.

41 Pronunciation Contractions
co1 0A Listen and practice. Notice how we pronounce contractions.

One syllable I Two syllables

what's I'm she's isn't doesn't wasn't

I've it's they've couldn't didn't wouldn't

• B PAIR WORK Complete the questions to get your partner to answer with no. Take turns asking and
answering the questions. Pay attention to the pronunciation of contractions.

1. Are you from-------- 3. Is your best friend--------

2. Do you have any ________ 4. Were you in ________ yesterday?

ONLINE PRACTICE �
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CLASS ACTIVITY Walk around the class and start a conversation with someone. Ask questions about
the topics in the Vocabulary section. Then close the conversation. Talk to at least
five people.

3
 • Asking about appearance

• Describing appearance

t I Vocabulary
A How do you describe people? Write the words in the correct categories.

elderly pretty height I build I age I looks

good-looking short
handsome tall
heavy thin
middle-aged young

• B PAIR WORK Take turns describing yourself. Use the words above.

Example:
A: I'm thin and a little short.
B: I am raH. I also think I look young for my age.

2 I Conversation
co, 0A Listen. Who is Nathan looking for? What is she wearing?

Nathan: Excuse me. I'm looking for my wife.

Clerk: What does she look like?

Nathan: Well, she's tall and thin.

Clerk: Does she have red hair?

Nathan: No. My wife has dark brown hair.

Clerk: What's she wearing?

Nathan: A blue skirt and a white blouse.

Clerk: Is that her by the changing room?

Nathan: Yes. I guess she wants that coat.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.

f __Nathan: • can't find _my_ wife._}=·. Clerk: is_ her_hair_ red?_},-. Nathan: Her _hair Is _ dark _brown.__}:,· Clerk: is that _her over _there?_j
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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask about and describe people's appearances.
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Asking about appearance Describing appearance
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She's pretty,
What does he/she look like?
He's very good-looking.
really tall.
He's
How tall is he/she? medium height.
She's
a little short.
Does he/she have red hair? No, he/she has dark brown hair.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns asking about and describing the appearances of your family members.

41 Listening
co1 0 A Listen. Two friends are talking about people at a party. Write the correct number of the person
in the picture.

1. Paula

2. Reggie

3. Wally

4. Adam

5. Valerie

co1 0B Listen again. Rewrite these sentences so they are true. Tell your partner your answers.

1. Paula is in her late thirties. 2. Wally is medium height. 3. Adam is Paula's younger brother.

ONLINE PRACTICE lillliii.!._

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GROUP WORK In groups of four, each person thinks of a famous

movie star, singer, or athlete. Then take turns asking
ten yes or no questions to guess each person.

Possible questions

Is.. single/married?
Is... American/Japanese/Brazilian?
Is ... in his/her teens/twenties/thirties?
Does... sing hip-hop/pop/rock ·n'roll?
Does... play soccer/baseball/tennis?

5
 • Asking about personalities

• Describing personalities

11 Vocabulary
A Look at these words that describe personality. Match them with the correct descriptions.

a. confident b. creative c. forgetful d. funny e. impatient f. outgoing

__ 1. Penny doesn't like to wait. __ 4. Kerry makes people laugh.

__ 2. Ahmed never remembers our plans. -- 5. Patricia makes friends easily.

__ 3. Maria is always so sure of herself. __ 6. Jae-soon is always drawing.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns describing people you know who have the personalities above.

21 Conversation
co, 0 A Listen. How are Mary's children similar? How are they different?

Mary, your twin girls

look so much alike. How
do you tell them apart?

And what about

creative. They love to

make things.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.

r Ling: Are they very slmllar? \,. Mary: Matilda Is playful. ';::,· Ling: What's her sister like? ;> Mary: She's shy. ·i
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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask about and describe personalities.

They're both very creative.

What are they like?
Alice is outgoing, but Matilda is shy.

How would you describe him/her? I'd say he's/she's outgoing and funny.
What's he/she like? He's/She's smart, but a little forgetful.

Yes. I'm a very patient person.

Do you think you're patient?
Not really. In fact, I can be very impatient.

• B PAIRWORK Take turns asking about and describing the personalities of your friends.

41 Listening
co, Cl) A Listen tb descriptions of three people. Circle the words that describe them.

I What are they like?

I What else do you learn?

1 Nora outgoing shy confident

2.Simon creative funny smart
3.Caley hardworking patient forgetful

co, Cl) B Listen again. Write one other thing you learned about each person.

• C PAIRWORK Describe someone you know with one of the personalities above.

ONLINE PRACTICE

A Check (,/') the statements that describe you. Then write

one true and one false statement about yourself.
D I sometimes forget things. D I don't worry about much.

D I'm always on time . D I'm usually very patient.

• B GROUPWORK Say one of the statements above.

Other students take turns guessing

I'm always on time. I'm never late.

iT��l:{:h§K*rp�! You came to class late today!

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 • Talking about quantities

1 I Vocabulary
A Which word doesn't belong? Cross it out. Then compare with a partner.
1. I send .socia{ nttwmk.s I e-mails I texts. 5. I do swimming I yoga I aerobics.

2. I play basketball I bowling I games. 6. I like to go chanting I hiking I singing.

3. I want co get engaged I married I wedding. 7. I have a pet I busy I job.

4. I cake a bus I drive I taxi co class. 8. I keep a blog I homework I diary.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns guessing what you think is true about your partner. Use the words above.
Example:
A: I chink you text a lot.
B: That's right. I do. 1 chink you like co go hiking.

21 Conversation
co, 0 A Listen. What is Luke doing? What does Luke often do on his phone?

Ellen: What are you doing?

Luke: I'm just sending an e-mail.

Ellen: Do you always use your phone to send e-mails?

All of my friends text these days.

Luke: Some of my friends text. some don't. That e-mail was to my dad.

Ellen: So, what else do you use your phone for?

Luke: I often use it to play games. A lot of my friends

watch movies. but I find the screen too small.

Ellen: Do you use it for social networking?

Luke: Sure, all the time. Say, I don't think we're friends online...

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co, G) C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we talk about quantities.

Talking about quantities

All of
Most of
Many of my friends
text these days.
A lot of the people I know
bring our laptops to class.
Some of our classmates
have biogs.
Not many of us
A few of
None of

• B PAIR WORK Complete these sentences with your own ideas. Then tell your partner.

All of the people in my family ... Most of the students at this school...

A few of my friends ... None of us in this class ...

41 Pronunciation Reduction of of
co, G A Listen and practice. Notice how ofis often pronounced /av/ before vowel sounds but reduced to /a/
before consonant sounds.

of + vowel sound I of+ consonant sound

all of our classmates all of my classmates
a lot of English speakers a lot of Korean speakers
a few of us in this class a few of their friends

• B PAIR WORK Practice the sentences in the Language Booster section. Pay attention to the
pronunciation of of.

ONLINE PRACTICE �
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• A CLASS ACTIVITY Choose one of these questions or think of

your own. Ask it to as many people in your
class as you can. Take notes on all of the answer

How do you ger ro class?

Why are you studying English?

Whar do you like ro do on rhe weekends?

 11 Preview
• PAIR WORK Look at this picture of Casey. Write the words you think best describe her.

l. ______ 2. ______ 3 _______ 4. ______

21 Practice
A Watch the video. Mark the statements T (true) or F (false).

__ 1. Eric is texting while he studies. __ 5. Eric knows Casey from high school.

__ 2. Jill is waiting for her sister Casey. __ 6. Casey is taking a taxi.

__ 3. Casey is going to stay for a few weeks . __ 7. Casey doesn't like fashion.

__ 4. Jill and Casey are similar. __ 8. Casey is 24 years old.

B Watch the video again. Rewrite the false statements so they are true.

3IDiscuss
• GROUP WORK Answer the questions.
1. Do you have friends who are creative? What do they do?
2. Do you use any social networks? Why or why not?
3. Do you have online friends you've never met?

Student A: Turn to page 82.

@;oNFIDENCE BOOSTER Student B: Turn to page 90.
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A Student A: Start a conversation with Student B and ask two
questions. Then close the conversation.
Student B: Answer Student A's questions.
B Now change roles.
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I can start a conversation. I can close a conversation. �=.::���,r!
D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 3.

• 0 I'm tall ana tli'.in3

A Student A: Think of someone in your class and describe him or her.
Don't say who it is. Student B will guess the person.
Student B: Listen to Student A's description of someone in your class.
Ask questions and try to guess the person.
B Now change roles.

I can ask about appearance. I can describe appearance.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 5.

A Student A: Choose two people both you and Student B know.

Describe their personalities.
Student B: Listen to Student A. Ask questions or add
ideas of your own.
B Now change roles.

I can ask about personalities. I can describe personalities.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 7.

• 0 �11\ of m� fi:iencls)text{,
Student A and Student B: Take turns completing the
sentences with your own ideas.

Most of the people I know ... Many of the celebrities today.. .

None of my family members... A lot of people I see every day .. .

I can talk about quantities.

D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 9.

ONLINE PRACTICE�
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 • Asking about
experiences

• Describing
experiences

11 Vocabulary
A Look at these types of cuisines. �ircle the ones you have tried.

American Chinese Turkish Italian Thai Indian

Vietnamese Mexican Korean Japanese Moroccan Brazilian

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner a dish from a cuisine you have tried.

Example:
A: Can you name a Korean dish? B: Do you know any Icalian dishes?
B: Bibimbap is a famous Korean dish. A: Yes. Risotto is Italian.

2 I Conversation
co1 4!) A Listen. Who has tried Mexican food? Where do Kent and Lori decide to go?

Hi, Lori. I'm getting hungry.

Hey, Kent! Me too. Have you ever tried
Mexican food? I know a great place.

No, I haven't. But I think I want Asian food.

OK. How about Thai?

I've never had Thai food.

It's my favorite! The noodle dishes are amazlnql

Do you have a place In mind?

There's a place called Thairiffic.
OK. I'll meet you there!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.

Lori: Have you ever had French food? >· Kent: But I feel llke Asian tonight. j
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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask about and describe experiences.

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Asking about experiences Describing experiences
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Yes, I have.
had
Have you ever Mexican food? Yes, I've had it several times.
tried
No, I haven't. I've never tried it.
Have you ever been to a Turkish restaurant? No, but I've always wanted to go to one.
What Japanese dishes have you tried? I've had sushi and ramen.

• B PAIR WORK Ta.ke turns asking about and describing food experiences.

41 Listening
co1 G) A Listen. Four people are talking about foods they've tried. Number the foods from 1 to 4 in the order
you hear them.

m m

co1 G) B Listen again. How do they describe the taste of the food? Write the words.
l. ------- 2. ------- 4.

• C PAIR WORK Take turns telling your partner which foods you haven't tried and if you'd like to try them.

ONLINE PRACTICE�
�

• A CLASS ACTIVITY Complete the questions. Then go around the class and find someone who has
done each thing. Write the person's name and find out if he or she liked it.

Have you ever... Name Liked it?

eaten (a food)? yes I no

drunk (a drink)? yes I no

been to (name of restaurant)? yes I no

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner two interesting things you learned about your classmates.

13
 • Giving a series of instructions

• Reminding someone
of something

t I Vocabulary
A Look at these ways of preparing food. Add at least one more food to each column.

meat cake fish vegetables noodles frozen dinner

• B PAIR WORK Take turns telling your partner the best way to prepare the different foods.
Example:
A: I think the best way to prepare vegetables is to steam them.

2 I Conversation
co1 G) A Listen. What do you need to make bruschetta? What do you do after you rub the bread with garlic?

Joel: What are you making?

Tara: Bruschetta. Have you ever tried it?

Joel: No. How do you make it?

t Tara: First, grill the bread. Make sure you grill

both sides. Then rub the bread with garlic.

Joel: OK. It smells good.

Tara: Next, pour olive oil on the bread. Don't

pour too much, just a little. After that. put

on some chopped tomatoes. Finally, add

salt, pepper, and a basil leaf. Try one!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co1 G) C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

14
 3I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we give instructions and remind someone of something.

First, grill the bread.

Make sure you
Then rub the bread with garlic.
Remember to grill both sides.
Next, pour olive oil on the bread.
Be sure to use fresh tomatoes.
After that, put on some chopped tomatoes.
Don't forget to
Finally, add salt, pepper, and a basil leaf.

• B PAIR WORK Number these steps for boiling an egg in order from 1 to 5. Then take turns giving these
instructions. Use sequences words first, then, next, after that, and finally.

__ Add water to the pot. __ Boil the water. __ Cook for 12 minutes.

__ Put an egg in a pot. __ Cool the egg with

cold water.

• C PAIR WORK Give the instructions again. This time add these reminders in the correct place.

Don't forget to set a timer. Make sure the water covers the egg.

41 Pronunciation Consonant clusters

co1 CD A Listen and practice. Notice how the two consonant sounds at the beginning of a word are
pronounced together. Each of these words is one syllable.

1. smell 2. skip 3. spice 4. steam 5. snack 6. fry 7. glad

• B PAIR WORK Practice these sentences. Pay attention to how you pronounce consonant clusters.

1. Please slice some bread. 2. Never skip breakfast. 3. Put a snack on a plate.

ONLINE PRACTICE lillll(_

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A Look at the picture. Choose a snack you can make

with at least three items. You can add your own
items. Write the steps to make your snack.

• B GROUP WORK Take turns explaining how to

15
 • Describing restaurants

I
1 Vocabulary
A Do you eat at these places very often? Rank them from 1 (most often} to 8 (least often}.
__ cafe __ snack bar __ buffet restaurant __ fast-food restaurant

__ food care __ cafeteria __ food court __ fine dining restaurant

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which places you go to most often and least often.
Example:
A: I eat at food courts most often.
B: Really? I eat at cafes most often. Where do you eat least often?

I
2 Conversation
co, G A Listen. What does The Pink Peppercorn serve? What doesn't Sarah like about the restaurant?

Kit: So what are you in the mood for?

Sarah: Have you tried that new restaurant near the subway station?

Kit: You mean The Pink Peppercorn?

Sarah: Yeah. That's the one.

Kit: No. I haven't yet. What's it like?

Sarah: It's pretty good. They serve a lot of curries and

noodles dishes. And their prices are reasonable.

Most of the dishes cost about $10.

Kit: That's pretty good. What's the service like?

Sarah: The service Is really slow, but otherwise it's a nice place.

Kit: I think I'll try it!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the

·>·
words below and practice it again.

r Kit: Are you talkJng about The Pink Peppercorn? Sarah: And their prices aren't bad. l
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A Notice the different ways we describe restaurants.

The food is fantastic/pretty good/so-so.

They serve a lot of curries and noodle dishes.
The prices are expensive/reasonable/fairly cheap.
It attracts a lot of office workers at lunch.
The service is really great/slow.
It has a fun/relaxed atmosphere.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns describing your favorite restaurant. Use the words below.

food prices location service atmosphere

41 Listening

co1 CI) A Listen. Two people are discussing a restaurant. Number the things from 1 to 5 in the order you
hear them.
__ a. service __ b. atmosphere __ c. location __ d. prices __ e. food

co1 CI) B Listen again. Mark+ (positive) or - (negative) for the opinion you hear about each thing.

__ a. service __ b. atmosphere __ c. location __ d. prices __ e. food

• C PAIR WORK Tell your partner what you think is important when choosing a restaurant.

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• A PAIR WORK Imagine you and your partner are owners of a restaurant.
Answer the questions below.
What is the name of your restaurant?
What kind of food does your restaurant serve? What are the prices?
Where is your restaurant located?
What kind of atmosphere and decoration does it have? How is it special?

GROUP WORK Present your restaurant. Choose one restaurant

from your group.

CLASS ACTIVITY Present the restaurant. Vote on one restaurant

the class would like to go to.
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• Taking orders

• Ordering food

t I Vocabulary
A Look at these items on a restaurant menu. Add them to the correct category.

vegetable lasagna spinach dip appetizers main dishes side dishes desserts

vanilla ice cream fried chicken

mashed potatoes apple pie
shrimp cocktail French fries
steak spring rolls
chocolate cake steamed rice

• B PAIR WORK Take turns telling your partner which foods you think fits in each category.

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2 I Conversation
co, G A Listen. Which side dish does the customer order? Does she order an appetizer? irLanguage
Would you like mashed

- B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co, eC Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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A Notice how we take orders and order food in a restaurant.

Are you ready to order? Yes, thank you.

May I take your order? Not yet. Can I have another minute?

I'd like
What would you like? I the fried chicken, please.
I'll have

an appetizer? No, thanks.

Would you like dessert? Maybe later.
something to drink? Yes. I'll have the peach iced tea.

• B PAIR WORK Imagine you are in a restaurant. Take turns ordering food and taking the order.
Use the words in the Vocabulary section.
Example:
A: May I take your order?
B: Yes, I'd like the vegetable lasagna, please.

4 Pronunciationlntonation choice questions

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co, ED A Listen and practice. Notice the intonation rises and then falls in questions that ask a choice.
--....
1. Hot tea or iced tea? 2. Would you like mashed potatoes, French fries, or steamed rice?

• B PAIR WORK Complete the questions below with your own ideas. Then practice them. Pay attention
to your intonation.
1. Apple pie or ______ 2. Do you want to go to a cafe, ------, or ______

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• PAIR WORK look at the menu below. Take turns taking an order and ordering food.

Appetizers Main Dishes

onion rings tortilla chips and salsa roast beef baked fish fried chicken
crab cakes raw vegetables and dip lamb kebobs fried fish grilled chicken

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Desserts

apple pie chocolate cake cheesecake soda lemonade iced tea

All main dishes come with choice of two sides: mashed potatoes, baked potato, French fries, steamed rice, or green salad

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• PAIR WORK Tom is cooking. Write the ingredients you see.

l. ______ 3 _______ 5 _______

2 _______ 4 _______ 6. ____ __

21 Practice
A Watch the video. Eric and Tom are talking about dishes. Check (.I') the foods Tom has
tried before.
__ 1. Indian __ 2. Japanese __ 3_ pasta

B Watch the video again. Complete these sentences.

l. Eric tries to teach Tom how to cook-------------------

2. After you fry the vegetables in a pan, you need to add------------

3. Eric leaves Tom alone because----------------------

4.Tom burns----------------------------�

5. Tom orders _____________________ from the restaurant.

31 Discuss
• GROUP WORK Answer these questions.
1. Are you a good cook? What dishes can you cook?
2. What was the last restaurant you went to? What was it like?
3. What restaurant do you eat at the most? What do you usually order?

Student A: Turn to page 83.

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 A Student A: Find out a food (or a type of food) that Student B
has tried. Ask follow-up questions.
Student B: Answer Student A's questions.
B Now change roles.

I can ask about experiences. I can describe experiences.

O Very well D I need more practice. O Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 13.

A Student A: Tell Student B how to make a dish or snack. Remind him

or her of things to remember while preparing the dish.
Student B: Listen to Student A describe a recipe.
Ask follow-up questions.
B Now change roles.

I can give a series of instructions. I can remind someone of something.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 15 .

• • mhe serwee is giireat.

A Student A: Tell Student B about a restaurant you like.
Describe its food, prices, atmosphere, and
service. Say what you like and don't like about it.
Student B: Listen to Student A describe a restaurant.
Ask follow-up questions.
B Now change roles.

I can describe a restaurant.

O Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 17.

A Student A: You are a customer in your favorite restaurant.

Student B is the server. Order whatever you want.
Student B: You are a server in a restaurant. Student A is a WWW
customer. Take his or her order.
B Now change roles.

I can take an order. I can order food.

O Very well D I need more practice. O Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 19.

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 • Describing health problems

• Making suggestions

t I Vocabulary
A Look at the words below. Circle the health problems you've had.
a cold a headache a sore throat

a fever a sore back a stomachache

a cough the flu dry skin

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner what you usually do when you have one of the problems above.
Use the ideas below or your own ideas.

get rest see a doctor stay in bed take some medicine ignore the problem

2 I Conversation
co, 0 A Listen. What is Leila's problem? What does Tracey suggest?

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the words

l.
below and practice it again.
Mary: What's wrong?
. _ ..
):=·.Leila:_ I _have _a _he�dache....J.............................................
l!.................................................................................................
Mary: Why d on't you take some aspirin? :>Le ila: Can I call you later? \
1: .................................................................:

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A Notice the different ways we describe health problems and make suggestions.

Describing health problems Making suggestions

,,·�,

I have a cold/the flu. Why don't you go home and rest?

I have a sore throat/back. It's a good idea to drink hot tea.
My stomach/knee hurts. Try not to eat late at night.
I can't sleep at night. I suggest seeing a doctor.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns describing the health problems below and making suggestions.

a stiff neck insomnia a sprained ankle a bee sting

4 I Listening
co1 fl, A Listen to four conversations. Circle the problem that best matches each conversation.
1. a sprained hand I a broken hand 3. an eye problem I an ear problem

2. a sore throat I a stomachache 4. d ry skin I a headache

co1 fl, B Listen again. Mark the statements T (true) or F (false).

1. __ The accident happened last week. 3. __ They are very sore.

__ He went to the doctor. __ She has been to see a doctor.

2. __ She took some medicine for it. 4. __ She is feeling better.

__ They both have the same problem. He suggests taking a cold bath.

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• A CLASS ACTIVITY Divide the class in half. One half

chooses and describes health problems.
The other half gives suggestions.
Describe your health problem or make
suggestions to four students.

• B CLASS ACTIVITY Now change roles.

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 • Asking for advice

• Giving advice

t I Vocabulary
A Look at some things you can do at home to keep healthy and fit. Check(,/') the things you do
to keep fit.
__ climb stairs __ play to music __ walk around the neighborhood

__ ride a bike __ jump up and down __ follow a workout video

__ do chores __ play an active video game __ rearrange the furniture

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner what you do to keep healthy and fit.
Example:
A: I climb the stairs to keep healthy.
B: That's a great idea. I play to music.
A: Me too! It's fun and a great way to exercise.

2 I Conversation
co1 � A Listen. What does Luisa think Alex should do? What does she think he shouldn't do?

Alex: I've been so tired lately. I never seem to have enough energy.

Should I join a gym?

Luisa: Gyms can be expensive. There are simple ways to exercise

at home.

Alex: Like what?

Luisa: If I were you. I'd climb the stairs or paly to music.

You should do something active that you enjoy.

Are you getting enough sleep? n

Alex: Sure. I sleep about ten hours a day.

Luisa: That's too much. Getting too much sleep can make

you feel tired. You should try to sleep eight hours a day.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co1 f1' C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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A Notice the different ways we ask for and give advice.

I think you should exercise more.

What do you think I should do? If I were you, I'd climb stairs.

I don't think you should join a gym.

Should I join a gym?
You shouldn't join a gym.
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• B PAIR WORK Take turns choosing a situation below and giving advice.

You want a healthier diet. You have difficulty waking up.

4 I Pronunciation Syllables
co, � A Listen and practice. Notice the number of syllables in these words.
I I
One syllable l Two syllables Three syllables : Four syllables
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chores music furniture conversation
stairs fitness video
I exercises

co, f) B Listen. How many syllables do you hear? Write the number.

__ a. healthier __ c. shouldn't __ e. considering __ g. marathon

__ b. chores __ d. difficulty __ f. sleep __ h. active

• C PAIR WORK Practice the words in part B. Take turns making sentences with the words.

(ONLINE PRACTICE It:

• A PAIR WORK Imagine you want to do the things below.
Take turns asking for and giving advice.

cut caffeine from your diet have less stres� in your life
get enough sleep eat ess sugar
\•1atch less rv spt>nd less money

• B GROUP WORK Join another pair and compare your advice.

Who has the best advice for each situation?

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 • Expressing wants and intentions

I'd l0Me t0 try that! • Giving reasons

t I Vocabulary
A Look at these fitness activities and the calories they burn in one hour. Which activities burn the
most calories?

activity I calories burned

I activity calories burned

exercising 325-500 running 985-1,075

bowling 175-280 skiing 510-765
ice skating 450-760 swimming 510-765
walking 305-470 tae kwon do 730-1,090
racquetball 510-765 tai chi 215-330

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which fitness activities you like to do. Give reasons for your response.

Example:
A: I like to play racquetball. It helps me relieve stress.
B: I like to ski. I like outdoor activities and I love the snow.

21 Conversation
co, Ci) A Listen. Why is Peter interested in ballroom dancing? Why is Rachel interested in tai chi?

Rachel: I really need to get more exercise.

Peter: Me too. We could take classes at the sports center.

There's racquetball, boxing, swimming-

Rachel: Oh, I wouldn't really like those. They seem like a lot of hard work.

Peter: Well, how about a class in singing?

Rachel: Really? Why is that?

Peter: Because I'd learn something new. And I can do it with someone else.

Rachel: I think it would be boring. I'd like to try something more relaxing, like tai chi.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.

[ Rachel: I want to be more flt. ;::,· Peter: I've always wal')ted to try it.
:.............................................................,...........:...........................................................................•.........:
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\ Rachel: Are you serious? ;::,· Peter: I imagine It's a fun workout. j
• ............................................................... ,· ••• , •• h,, ................................................................... ........ .,·

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A Notice the different ways we express wants and intentions, and give reasons.

I really want to
I'd like to take a sining class. I need to get some exercise.
I've always wanted tc I'd learn something new.
I don't want to It seems like a lot of hard work.
I wouldn't like to learn tae kwon do. I think it would be boring.
I'd never

- B PAIR WORK Take turns expressing wants and intentions, and giving reasons. Use the activities from
the Vocabulary section.

4 I Listening
co, G A Listen. People are describing fitness activities. Number them from 1 to 4 in the order you hear them.

co, G B Listen again. Why do they want to try the activities? Write one reason.
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GROUP WORK Read about the fitness activities below. Tell three classmates what you would and
wouldn't like to try. Give reasons for your response.

Interesting Fitness Activities

Zumba is a Latin-inspired Forza means strength in Italian. Bosu is also known as blue
exercise.It is a popular and fun You use a wooden sword to half-ball. You can stand on it, lie
exercise. You can do aerobics practice Japanese sword­ on it, place your knees on it, or
and dance at the same time. fighting techniques . push your arms off it.

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 • Asking for comparisons

• Making comparisons

11 Vocabulary indoor sports outd�or spo�ts , ,

I ,

A Write the names of sports in the correct category.

baseball boxing hockey

basketball cycling tennis
bowling fishing volleyball

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which sports you think belong to each category.
Example:
A: I think basketball belongs in outdoor sports.
B: I don't. I think it belongs in indoor sports.

21 Conversation
co, GA Listen. What does Doug think of tennis? Who prefers golf to tennis?

Celine: So, I just got this great new sports channel. All sports, all the time.

Doug: Cool. So, what should we watch?

Celine: Let's see ...how about tennis?

Doug: Um, is it OK if we watch something different?

Tennis is kind of boring to watch.

Celine: Sure. Golf is more interesting than tennis,

don't you think?

Doug: Not really. I think golf is less interesting than tennis.

I do like soccer. It's my favorite.

Celine: Mine too, but there are no soccer games today.

Say, do you want to go for a walk?

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co, GC Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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A Notice the different ways we ask for and make comparisons.

Which is more interesting Golf is not as interesting to watch as tennis.

Which is easier to play? Volleyball is easier to play than hockey.
Which is more difficult to learn? Boxing is much more difficult to learn than bowling.

Which do you like more? I like soccer more than tennis.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns asking for and making comparisons. Use the words in the
Vocabulary section.
Example:
A: Which is easier to learn: tennis or hockey?
B: Tennis is easier to learn than hockey.

41 Pronunciation Silent syllables

co1 fl) A Listen and practice. Notice how some words can have silent syllables.
1. favGrice 3. frighrnning 5. inc�rescing 7. different

2. generally 4. av�rage 6. comfortable

• B PAIR WORK Practice these sentences. Pay attention to the silent syllables.
I. Tennis is my favorite sport. 3. Volleyball is an interesting spore.

2. Baseball and football are very different. 4. I'm not comfortable watching boxing.

ONLINE PRACTICE�
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• A GROUP WORK Discuss the questions below and make
comparisons. Ask follow-up questions.

Which is more frightening: bungee jumping or parachuting?

Do you chink baseball is as exciting as soccer?

Which is more dangerous: rock climbing or scuba diving?

Do you chink American football is as easy co play as soccer?

• B GROUP WORK Replace the activities in part A with your

own ideas. Ask the questions again.
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• PAIR WORK Eric is not very fit. What advice do you think his doctor gave him? Check(,/) your guesses.
Then compare with a partner.

__ 1. eat more vegetables

__ 2. drink less coffee

__ 3. take vitamins

__ 4. exercise every day

__ 5. play a sport

__ 6. see a doctor regularly

__ 7. do not eat any meat

__ 8. drink more juice

21 Practice
A Watch the video. What advice did the doctor give Eric? Did you guess correctly?
B Watch the video again. Circle the correct answers to the questions.
1. When was Eric's doctor's appointment?
a. last month b. yesterday c. last week
2. What does the doctor want Eric to do?
a. change his diet b. go on a diet c. eat more meals
3. What does the doctor say is a good idea co stay fit?
a. eat fewer vegetables b. give up meat c. stop drinking coffee
4. How often does Eric bowl?
a. four times a week b. every day c. on the weekends
5. Where does Eric play tennis?
a. ar the park b. at home c. at the gym

31 Discuss
• GROUP WORK Answer the questions.
1. What advice would you give someone who wanted co be more fit?
2. Do you have a healthy diet? Is there anything you should eat more of or less of?
3. What do you chink of active video games? Have you ever played chem? Do you consider
chem exercise?

Student A: Turn to page 84.

@;oNFIDENCE BOOSTER Student B: Turn to page 92.
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•• I have a sore tlkoat-!
A Student A: Imagine you have a health problem.
Tell Student B about it.
Student B: Give two suggestions to Student A.
B Now change roles.

I can describe a health problem. I can make a suggestion.

D Very well D I need more practice. O Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 23.

... �hat �oula I do?

A Student A: Choose two of these situations. Ask Student B for advice.

You want a healthier lifestyle. You want to have less stress.

You want to lose weight. You want to find a new hobby.
Student B: Listen and give Student A advice. Include at least two
things he or she should or shouldn't do.
B Now change roles.

I can ask f or advice. I can give advice.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 25.

•. I'd lo:v.�to t-r,y;tnat-!

A Student A: Tell Student B about a fitness activity you would like
to try, and why.
Student B: Tell Student A if you would like to try the activity he or
she mentions, and why or why not.
B Now change roles.

••
I can express wants and intentions. I can give reasons.
D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 27.

Student A and Student B: Compare each pair of sports. Then say

which one you like or think you would like more. Take turns.

hockey/ice skating cycling/horseback riding

swimming/skiing volleyball/bowling

I can ask for comparisons. I can make comparisons.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Boosrer page 29.

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• Describing abilities

• Making recommendations

11 Vocabulary
A Write the jobs in the categories below. Some may belong to more than one category.

professor psychologist
nurse biologist
journalist surgeon
fashion graphic
designer designer

- B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which jobs you think fit in each category.

21 Conversat"on
co1 (D A Listen. What are Josh and Lily good at? What aren't they good at?

Josh: So, how's school going?

Lily: Well, I'm getting mostly A's and B's. But

I'm not doing so well in Portuguese. I'm
not very good at languages, I guess.

Josh: No one is good at every subject.

Lily: I suppose. So, are your classes going OK?

Josh: My accounting class is hard. I don't think

I'm very good with numbers. But my
literature teacher says I'm a good writer.

Lily: You'd make a great journalist.

Josh: As long as I don't write about numbers.

- B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co1 «) C listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we describe abilities and make a recommendation.

I'm good at writing.

I
I can write pretty well.

with numbers.
You'd be
You would make

You should consider becoming

I a great journalist.

I'm not very good I a teacher.

at languages. I wouldn't recommend becoming

I can't speak Portuguese very well. You should get a private tutor.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns describing abilities and making recommendations. Use the words from
the Vocabulary section.

41 Pronunciation Can and can't

co1 CJ) A Listen and practice. Notice how we pronounce can and can't.
/k;m/ /ka:m/
1. I can read Portuguese. 2. I can't speak Portuguese well.

co1 � B Listen. Do you hear can or can't? Circle the correct words.
1. I can I can't speak English. 3. I can I can't use a computer.

2. I can I can't write well. 4. I can I can't understand finance.

• C PAIR WORK Practice the sentences in part B. Pay attention to the pronunciation of can and can't.

ONLINE PRACTICE ll'-..

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• A CLASS ACTIVITY Talk to five classmates. Find out what they're

good at and the kinds of things they can do.
Use these ideas and your own ideas.

Are you good at ••. ?

science languages finance
numbers computers public speaking
Can you...?
write use a computer work independently
work in a team meet deadlines create a spreadsheet

• B CLASS ACTIVITY Suggest a good job or a suitable

work for each person.

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• Expressing necessity

• Expressing lack of necessity

11 Vocabulary
A Look at these jobs. Cross out the word in each group of three that does not fit.

chef flight attendant fire fighter

doctor pop singer police officer
server pilot cashier

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner why the answers you chose do not fit.
Example:
A: A doctor works in a hospital, bur a chef and a server work in a restaurant.

21 Conversation
co, G A Listen. What kind of business does Katy want to start? What does she need?

Katy: I want to start my own business after I graduate.

Raul: Really?

Katy: I just need to have some money to get started.

And I need to have a fresh Idea.

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Raul: Do you have any ideas?
/
Katy: I'd like to sell healthy lunches to people in

offices, things like sandwiches and salads.

Raul: Do you think It would be difficult to get started?

Katy: Well, I would need a good kitchen. But I wouldn't have to have a car. I could use a bicycle.

Raul: Good idea.

Katy: Say, I'm looking for a business partner. Are you Interested?

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.
......... ...... .. ...... .... .. ................ ,................... ··············· ..... ......
'. Raul: That's fantastic! ;::,· Katy: And a fresh Idea Is really Important .
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' Raul: Would It be hard to get started? '.>· Katy: What do you say?

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A Notice how we express necessity and lack of necessity.

In business, you need to take risks. You don't need to have

a car.
I would need a good kitchen. I wouldn't need to have
an office.
I'd have to have some money. I wouldn't have to have
I'd need to have a fresh idea. I don't have to cook things myself.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns expressing necessity and lack of necessity for these jobs.

a translator an accountant a writer an actor

Example:
A: A translator needs to know many languages.
B: Right. You wouldn't have to have an office.

41 Listening
co1 tD A Listen. Three people are talking to students on Career Day. Check(,/') the things they say you
need to be successful in these careers.

A model A concierge An architect

D to have clear skin D to be friendly D to know interior design

D to have healthy hair O to know the area D to be good at math
O to be thin O to work late at night D to be able to work alone
O to have a college degree O to wear a uniform D to have a license

co1 tD B Listen again. Write one thing each person likes about his or her job.

ONLINE PRACTICE It:

• A PAIR WORK What do you think you need to do to start the businesses below?
Discuss and write your ideas on a piece of paper.

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 • Describing pros

• Describing cons

1 I Vocabulary
A Look at things that different jobs involve. Mark them P (positive) or N (negative).

__ travels for free __ works on weekends __ makes good money

__ gets long vacations __ stands all day __ doesn't need a car

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner positive and negative things about two jobs.
Example:
A: A flight attendant travels for free, but works on weekends.

21 Conversation
co, G) A Listen. What is Keiko's job? What does Keiko like about her new job?

Hi, Keiko. Are you enjoying

your new Job?

Do you get to use

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again .
.... ···,:·. ..
.. .. ....................... ..................... .
Ron: So, how's It going at work? '.> Keiko: I really llke It so far.

Ron: And Is the salary OK? Keiko: ... I'll make more after my training Is over.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice how we describe pros and cons.

I get to meet lots of interesting people. I have to stand all day.

I can use my language skills. The hours can be long.
I can travel for free. I don't get much vacation.
I don't have to work weekends. I don't make much money.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns describing the pros and cons of the jobs below.

a homemaker a blogger a flight attendant a film director

4 I Listening
co1 � A listen to four people talking about their jobs. Circle the correct job.
1. a truck driver I a taxi driver I a bus driver

2. a server I a cashier I a chef

3. a salesclerk I an accountant I an engineer

4. a hair stylist I an arc teacher I a pet score manager

co1 � B Listen again. Write one thing the people like and one thing they don't like about their jobs.
Then compare your answers.

Likes Doesn't like

1.

3.

4.

ONLINE PRACTICE�
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• A PAIR WORK Discuss the pros and cons of each job below.

zookeeper singer plumber candy store owner

• B GROUP WORK Discuss which jobs you think are the best or worst.

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 • Asking for someone

Fs �Fi:e ma,11a�ei; ��
on the phone

• Asking about a job

1 I Vocabulary
A Which of these things would be important to you when choosing a job?
Write VI (very important), SI (somewhat important), or NI (not important).

__ a company's __ sal ary __ location __ responsibilities

reputation

__ size of the __ hours __ benefits __ colleagues

company

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner a job that interests you. Use the reasons above.
Example:
A: I want to work for Google. The company has a great reputation.
B: I am interested in teaching. The benefits are really good.

2 I Conversation
co, CD A Listen. What job is Evan calling about? What experience does the job require?

Manager: Hello. Java Coffee.

Evan: Hello. Can I speak to the manager, please?

Manager: This is the manager.

Evan: Oh, good afternoon. My name is Evan Kincaid. I'm calling about the
server position you advertised. Is it still available?

Manager: It is. We haven't filled it yet.

Evan: Great! Can I ask-what are the hours?

Manager: You'd work on weekends only. It's a part-time job.

Evan: That's perfect. And what would my

responsibilities be?

Manager: Mostly serving coffee and some light cleaning.

Evan: OK. Do you require any previous experience?

Manager: Not at all. We provide all the training you need.

Do you want to come in for an interview?

Evan: Yes! I can come in today!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co1 CD C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask for someone on the phone and ask about a job.

Is the job still available? Yes. We haven't filled it yet.

What would my responsibilities be? Mostly preparing and serving coffee.
What are the hours? You'd work on weekends from noon to S p.m.

• B PAIR WORK Choose one of the jobs below. Take turns asking for the manager and asking about the job.

a private language tutor a server in a restaurant

41 Pronunciation Syllable stress

co1 (D A Listen and practice. Notice which syllable is stressed in these words.

First syllable Second syllable Third syllable

previous location corporation
company require Japanese

co1 Cl) B Listen and practice. Underline the syllable stressed in each word.

1. manager 2. experience 3. position 4. reputation 5. salary

rONLINE
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PRACTICE
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_

A You are a manager of a tour company looking for a new guide. Fill in the form below.

Responsibilities: _____________
Salary:----------------
Benefits:----------------
Necessary experience?-----------

• B PAIR WORK Take turns asking and answering questions about the position.

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 English in Action
11 Preview
• PAIR WORK Casey wants a part-time job. She'd like to work in fashion. Write down the skills you think
a person who wants to work in fashion should have.

}. ______ 3 _______ 5 _______

2. _______ 4. ______ 6. ______

21 Practice
A Watch the video. Write the part-time jobs that Maria and Tom suggest to Casey.
} ___________ 2. __________ 3. _________

B Watch the video again. Each of these sentences contains one error. Correct each one.
1. Casey speaks another language. ---------------------

2. The assistant position starts i.� a week. -------------------

3. Casey speaks to the receptionist on the phone. ----------------

4. The job is four days a week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. --------------

5. Casey says she writes pretty well and is good with customers.----------

6. Casey talks to the manager of the company. ---------------

31 Discuss
• GROUP WORK Answer the questions.
1. Do you think Casey will be successful in the job? Why or why not?
2. What are some popular pan-time jobs for students?
3. Do you have (or would you like) a part-time job? What is your ideal part-time job?

40 (soNFIDENCE BOOSTER Student A: Turn to page 85.

Student B: Turn to page 93.
• 0 I can write pretty well.
A Student A: Tell Student B about some things you're good at.
Student B: Suggest a job that you think would be
good for Student A.
B Now change roles.

I can describe abilities. I can make a recommendation.

O Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 33.

• 0 I'd have to have...

A Student A: Tell Student B what you need in order to be successful in a
certain field or job. Include things that are not necessary.
Student B: Listen to Student A and ask follow-up questions.
B Now change roles.

I can express necessity. I can express lack of necessity.

O Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 35.

• 0 I travel fa� Free.

A Student A: Compare two jobs that might be suitable
for you. Describe their pros and cons.
Student B: Listen to Student A and give additional
suggestions of your own.
a Now change roles.

I can describe pros. I can describe cons.

O Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 37.

• 0,. Jrs tn:e manager there?

A Student A: Choose one of the jobs below. "Call" Student B and ask
for the manager. Think of and ask three questions about the job.

a magazine editor a clothing store manager

Student B: You are the manager of the company that Student A
is interested in. Answer the phone and answer his or her questions.
B Now change roles.

I can ask for someone on the phone. I can ask about a job.
O Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 39.

ONLINE PRACTICE �
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 • Asking about free-time activities

• Showing interest

t I Vocabulary
A What do you like to do in your free time? Rank the actitvities from 1 (most interesting)
to 8 (least interesting).
__ shop __ play video games __ play sports sleep in

__ warchTV __ listen ro music __ chat online read

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which activities you find most interesting. Which are least interesting?
Example:
A: I think shopping is the most interesting.
B: Not me! I chink reading is che most interesting.

2 I Conversation
co29 A Listen. What does Steve like to do? What sports does he play?

So, how do you like it

Oh, yeah? That's interesting.

What do you play?

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below.
; . ........... . .. ... ...............:··· .. .. ............................. .. ................................... .. ·········· ··················-·
j Steve: I enjoy reading. '.> Ann: What do you read? Steve: Books, biogs, newspapers ...
........... ·········· ....................... ,:...............................................................,..................................... ... ..... .................... . ·· ····

42 pair with V0CABULARY WORKSHEET 17

 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask about free-time activities and show interest.
Asking about free-time activiti� Respo�d-ing

What do you do I play sports.

I in your free-time?
What do you like to do I like to play sports. Oh, yeah? That's interesting.
I go to the gym. Oh, really? Sounds fun.
How do you spend your free-time?
I enjoy going to the gym.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns asking about and showing interest about free-time activities. Use the
ideas below.

in the evening on the weekend in the summer

41 Listening
CD2 f) A Listen. Number the hobbies from 1 to 3 in the order you hear them. There is one extra.
__ a. photography __ b. cooking __ c. playing music __ d. traveling

co2 f) B Listen again. Write the names of the people who do the activities.
a.------ entertains people. c. ______ gets ideas from the Internet.

b. ______ spends time outdoors. d. ______ earns extra money.

f
• C PAIR WORK Tell your partner if you spend or earn money with your free time activities.

ONLINE PRACTICE
I .-

A List three interesting things you like to do in your free time.

!. __________ 2. __________ 3 __________

• B CLASS ACTIVITY Go around the class and find someone who does each thing.

does something really cool likes the same things as you

collects something does something unusual

plays a sport likes to be outdoors

• c GROUP WORK Share your information.

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 • Inviting someone

• Responding to an invitation

11 Vocabulary
A What kinds of movies do you like? Circle your three favorite kinds of movies.
comedies thrillers romantic comedies historical dramas

animated movies horror films action movies science fiction movies

• B PAIR WORK Ask and answer questions about movies you like and don't like. Use the words above.
Examples:
A: What movie genres do you like? B: What kinds of movies don't you like?
B: I love action movies and comedies. A: I don't really like horror films.

21 Conversation
co2 0A Listen. What movie will Jeff and Kirk see? What will they do after the movie?

Jeff: Hey Kirk, do you have plans for Friday night?

Kirk: Friday night? I don't think so. Why?

Jeff: Do you want to see a movie?

Kirk: Sure, I'd love to. What's playing?

Jeff: Free Fall is playing at the theater.

Kirk: Great! I love action movies.

When do you want to meet?

Jeff: How about at 7 p.m., in front of the theater?

Kirk: OK. And let's get some pizza after the movie.

Jeff: Sounds good. See you then!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co2 0 C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we invite someone and respond to an invitation.

Inviting someone ',t� - 1\·.

Responding tci;an in

I'd love to.

Do you want to Sounds great.
see a movie?
Would you like to Sure./OK.
Maybe./l'm not sure.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns inviting and responding to invitations. Use the ideas below.

go shopping go to a karaoke bar go to a theme park go to a concert

41 Pronunciation Reduction of want to

co2 0 A Listen and practice. Notice how want to is reduced to /wanna/.

A: Do you want to see a movie?

B: OK. That sounds great. I really want to see·the new Johnny Depp movie.

• B PAIR WORK Ask and answer three questions that begin with Do you want to... ? Reduce want to.

�
ONLINE PRACTICE
.,
...

• A CLASS ACTIVITY Read the ads. Choose three activities and invite three people to do them with you.

WHAT'S ON? I Your guide to weekend events

Luciano's Pizza Rock the Park Sunday! Love is the Answer
Open from 11 a.m. Local rock bands play. See the romantic comedy
20% off between Starts at 1 p.m. at City Park. everyone·s talking about!
3 p.m. and 6 p.m. all weekend. Shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Wlndgate Art Museum
Mega Mall Picasso in Paris exhibit. Adventureland Park
Biggest sale of the year! Saturday 10 p.m.-5 p.m. Try out latest roller coaster­
Open 24 hours this Closed Sundays. the Death Scream!
weekend. Open till midnight Friday.

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 • Declining an invitation

• Giving an excuse

ti Vocabulary
A How often do you go to these places? Write P (pretty often), H (hardly ever), or N (never).

__ coffee shop __ mall __ beach __ movie cheater __ library

__ museum __ pool __ park __ theme park __ bookstore

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner how often you go to the places above.
Example:
A: I go to the movie theater pretty often.
B: I hardly ever go. l watch movies at home. I go to the mall pretty often.

2 I Conversation
co2G A Listen. Why can't Beth go to the museum? Why can't Chen go tomorrow?

Beth: Hello?

Chen: Beth? Hi. it's Chen.

Chen: Really? Why not?

Beth: I have to go to work. Do you want to go tomorrow? I'm off then.

Chen: I'd love to, but I can't. I'm going to the mall with my brother.

Beth: Oh, I see...what about the weekend?

Chen: I can go Saturday.

Beth: Me too!

Chen: Sounds good. Let's grab a bite before we go.

Beth: OK! Sounds perfect.

Chen: See you soon!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the words

>·.
below and practice it again.

[ Chen:_ Do.you _want_ to go. to . the _boo�store? ..

..
Beth:__,_ need to study. }:'·. Chen:_l _have soccer practlce .
_ _ _ __ . _ _
.J
j Beth: ... are you free this weekend?

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we decline an invitation and give an excuse.

Sorry. I have to go to work.

I'm really sorry. I need to do my homework. Oh, I see.
I'd love to, but I can't. I want to clean my room. Oh, that's OK.
I'm afraid I can't . I'd like to go to the gym.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns inviting each other to the places in the Vocabulary section. Decline the
invitations and give excuses.

41 Listening
co20 A Listen. Number the invitations from 1 to 4 in the order you hear them.

__ a. eat fast food __ b. see a movie __ c. go to the mall __ d. play video games

co20 B Listen again. Do people accept or decline? Circle your answers. When someone declines an
invitation, write the excuse.
1. accept I decline: 3. accept I decline:

2. accept I decline: 4. accept I decline:

• C PAIR WORK Compare answers with a partner.

(:
NLINE PRACTICE l!t,.
"' .,

A Check(,/') two things you want to do this weekend. Write excuses for the things you don't want to do.

Tu�V\-gs to o(o s.xcl,.(.ses

go to H,e beQc�

• B CLASS ACTIVITY Invite people to do things. Decline some invitations.

 • Apologizing

• Responding to an apology

t I Vocabulary
A Look at these six excuses for being late. Complete them with the correct words from the box.

broke down stuck in ran into lost track needed to couldn't find

1. I ______ run an errand first. 4. I ______ an old friend.

2. I was ------ traffic. 5. I ______ my keys.

3. My car ______. 6. I completely ______ of the time.

B PAIR WORK Take turns asking your partner why he or she is late and giving excuses.

Example:
A:. Why are you late?
B: There was a lot of traffic.

21 Conversation
CD2 0 A Listen. Why is Lisa late? When will she arrive?

Hey, Lisa. Are you there yet?

Yes. Where are you?

I'm really sorry. I'm still on the bus. I ran an errand.

OK. Sam isn't here yet either. How long will you be?

Not sure. Maybe 10 minutes.

OK. Hurry! Or we'll miss the movie.

I'll be there soon!

B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co2 G C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation.
Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice how we apologize and respond to an apology.

Apologizing Responding to an apolo§1�

Sorry
Oh, that's OK.
I'm sorry
I'm late. I got stuck in traffic. No problem.
I'm really sorry
Don't worry about it.
I'm so sorry

• B PAIR WORK Take turns apologizing and responding to apologies. Use the ideas below.

I had to walk my dog. I ran into a friend. I lost track of the time.

41 Pronunciation Using stress and duration to convey emotion

co24D A Listen to three people say they are sorry. Which one is not really sorry?
A: Oh, Jun. I'm so sorry!
B: I'm sorry I'm lace again. I really have a good excuse chis time.
C: Well, sorry! I didn't chink you'd mind.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation above. Pay attention to correct stress.

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rONLINE PRACTICE �-
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A Write an excuse and a response for each conversation.

A Where have you been7 I've been here for an hour'

B.��������������������������­
A ��������������������������-

A· I missed you at my party last night I was hoping to see you there.
B·��������������������������­
A.��������������������������-

• C CLASS ACTIVITY Present one conversation to the class.

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 ti Prev·e
• PAIR WORK Look at the pictures. What do you think happens? Put them in order from 1 to 4.

21 Practice
A Watch the video. Check your guesses in the Preview section. Did you guess correctly?

B Watch the video again. Answer the questions.

I. What is Eric learning to play? --------------------------

2. What are Eric, Casey, and Jill doing tonight?--------------------

3. Has Maria seen Jill? What did Jill say to Maria? __________________ ,

4. Does Maria go co the movies with Casey and Eric? ------------------

5. What excuses does Jul give for being lace?---------------------

31 Discuss
• GROUP WORK Answer the questions.
1. How often are you lace? What do you do when you are lace?
2. Are there any excuses chat make it OK co be lace? What are they?

Student A: Turn to page 86.

50
(sONFIDENCE BOOSTER Student B: Turn to page 94.
• f>. !Fhat sau,nds fun-!
A Student A: Ask Student B what he or she likes to do on weekends.
Show interest and ask follow-up questions.
Student B: Answer Student A's questions. Include at least
three things you like to do.
B Now change roles.

I can ask/talk about free-time activities. I can show interest.

O Very well O I need more practice. O Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 43.

• 0 I'd love to go.

A Student A: Invite Student B to do three fun things with
you this weekend.
Student B: Accept each of Student A's invitations.
Ask for more information.
B Now change roles.

I can invite someone to do something. I can respond to an invitation.

O Very well O I need more practice. O Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 45.

•O I'm sarry, b1:1t I ean't.

A Student A: Invite Student B to do three things with you
this weekend.
Student B: Decline each of Student A's invitations.
Give an excuse for each one.
B Now change roles.

I can decline an invitation. I can give an excuse.

O Very well O I need more practice. O Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 47.

•0 Sor.ry I'm la,te.

A Student A: Apologize to Student B for being late.
Add an excuse.
Student B: Acknowledge Student A's apology.
B Now change roles.
�
I can apologize. I can respond to an apology.
O Very well O I need more practice. O Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 49.

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ONLINE PRACTICE �.
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• Asking double questions

• Describing past events

t I Vocabulary
A Look at the things you can do when you visit a new place. Check (.I') the activities you like to do.

__ go shopping __ visit markers __ rake tours

__ try local food __ go to rhe theater __ see sporting events

__ go to museums __ take photos __ see historical sights

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner the things you like to do when you travel.
Example:
A: I like ro go shopping when I visit a new place. What about you?
B: I like to rake photos.

21 Conversation
co2 CD A Listen. Who did Reiko travel to Hong Kong with? What did she think of Hong Kong Disneyland?

Mark: So. where did you go for vacation?

Reiko: I went to Hong Kong.

Mark: Wow! Who did you go with? Did you go alone?

Reiko: No, I traveled with my sister.

Mark: How fun! And what did you do there?

Did you go to Victoria Peak?

Reiko: Yeah, we also took a city tour. I took a lot of photos.

Mark: I can't wait to see them. Did you go to Hong Kong Disneyland?

Reiko: We did. It's small, but it's nice. Oh, and I went shopping.

Mark: Of course. And what did you buy me?

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co2 CD C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice how we ask double questions and describe past events.

Where did you go for vacation? Did you

Yeah, I did. I went to Hong Kong.
go anywhere special?
Who did you go with? Did you go alone? No, I traveled with my sister.

What did you do there? Did you go to Yeah, we went to the top. We also took a
Victoria Peak? city tour.
How was the weather? Was it sunny? It was OK. It was rainy for some of the time.

• B PAIR WORK Write three sets of double questions to ask about a recent trip. Take turns
asking your questions.

Example:
A; Where did you go on your lase trip? Did you go anywhere fun?
B: I did. I went camping with some friends.

4I Pronunciation Reduction of did you

co2 GA Listen and practice. Notice how we pronounce did you in wh- questions.

IWhoJal IWhenJal
1 . Who did you travel with? 4. When did you get back?
IWhaJal IWhyJal
2. What did you do there? 5. Why did you go there?
IWhmJal IHowJal
3. Where did you go? 6. How did you travel?

• B PAIR WORK Practice the questions above with a new partner. Pay attention to the
reduction of did you.

ONLINE PRACTICE �
'; ;

GROUP WORK Take turns describing an interesting

trip you took. Ask the questions below
and add a second question to make
double questions.

Who did you go with? Where did you stay?

When did you go? What did you do there?

How did you get there? How was the weather?

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 • Asking about preferences

• Describing preferences

11 Vocabulary
A Look at these different vacation options. Mark ./ if you want to try it and)( if you don't.

a camping trip __ a backpacking trip __ an adventure holiday

a cruise __ a spa resort __ a bus tour

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which options you want to try. Give reasons.

Example:
A: I'd like co go on a camping trip. I love to be outdoors.
B: It's not for me. It doesn't sound fun.

21 Conversatio
co2G) A Listen. Why does Annie prefer hostels? What tour does Jill suggest?
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I prefer traveling in a group.
I usually have more fun with
other people.

Maybe I can help,

Annie. Do you prefer And which would you
traveling alone or in prefer-staying in hostels
a group? or staying in hotels?

I'd prefer staying in

hostels. It's easier to

day train tour of Bavaria? Each

night you have a choice of a
hotel or a hostel.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.
........................
>·
········································································ ··· ·· ......,.................................... ··································
j Annie: Now It's time to decide what kind of trip I want. Jill: Let me see If I can help. j

· ........................ ......... ............................................................... ,·>·

�-························ ....................·······················································:····················· ,:. ............... ....... ........ ................................ . . ...
;

\ Annie: I can save a lot of money that way. Jill: You make your own hostel arrangements. :
............................................................................................................... :

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3 Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask about and describe preferences.
Asking about preferences · . Describing preferences

Do you prefer traveling alone or in a group? I prefer traveling in a group (to traveling alone).

J
Which would you prefer-staying in I'd prefer staying in hostels (to staying
hostels or staying in hotels? in hotels).
Would you rather travel by bus or train? I'd rather travel by train (than travel by bus).

• B PAIR WORK Look at these tourist options. Ask and answer questions about your preferences.

going on a camping trip/going to a resort spa taking a cruise/taking a backpacking trip

I
4 Listening
co2� A Listen. Two friends are planning a vacation. Circle their preferences.

2 bus I train They prefer--------------

3. hotels I hostels They want to ______________
4. restaurant meals I street food They prefer--------------

co2� B Listen again. Why did they decide on each choice? Complete the reasons.

ONLINE PRACTICE�
� �

A Look at this survey. Check (.I) your travel preferences.

__ start the day early.

__ sleep in and going __ unusual places.
__ the main tourist attractions.
out later.
 rt&
JI.
• Expressing prohibitions

• Expressing obligations

11 Vocabulary
A Look at these items people sometimes pack for a trip. Circle the ones you would definitely take on
an overseas trip.
a lock a travel pillow a first-aid kit an electricity adaptor

medicine a passport a hair dryer a portable stove

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner what you take when you travel. Use the words above and your
own ideas.
Example:
A: I take medicine just in case I get sick. What do you definitely take?
B: I always bring a travel pillow.

21 Conversation
co2 CD A Listen. What does Miguel need to buy? What did he almost forget?

Teresa: Did you pack everything you need?

Miguel: Uh-huh. I just need to buy a travel pillow

at the airport.

Teresa: So, this is your first overseas trip and

your first flight! Are you nervous?

Miguel: Not at all.

Teresa: Remember, you're not allowed to take

liquids on the plane.

Miguel: Really? OK. I hope I didn't forget anything.

Teresa: You must take your passport!

Miguel: Oh, of course. I guess I am a

little nervous!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co24D C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 I
3 Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we express prohibitions and obligations.

You must take your passport.

You can't travel without a passport.
You have to pack liquids.
You're not allowed to take liquids on a plane.
I need to buy a travel pillow.
You're not permitted to check three bags.
You don't have to leave until 2 p.m.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns expressing prohibitions and obligations for a camping trip.
Use the words in the Vocabulary section and your own ideas.
Example:
A: We have to pack a first-aid kit.
B: We're not permitted to bring a portable stove.

I
4 Pronunciation Reduction of have to and has to
co2 C) A Listen and practice. Notice how have to is pronounced hafta and has to
is pronounced hasta.
1. We don't have to pack a hair dryer. 2. She has to pack a first-aid kit .

• B PAIR WORK Your class is planning a hiking trip in the mountains. Make sentences
using have to and has to with the ideas below. Pay attention to the reduction
of have to and has to.

beon time bring o

l tsof clothes pack a tent pack a hair dryer

ONLINE PRACTICE �-
�

• A PAIR WORK Look at these signs you might see while traveling. What do you think they mean?

This one means you must stop.

• B CLASS ACTIVITY Create your own sign and show it to the class. Be creative!
Who can guess what it means?

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 • Asking about prices
and schedules

• Describing prices
and schedules

11 Vocabulary
A Look at these words related to travel. Which word in each set doesn't belong? Cross it out.
l. fare luggage price

2. one-way terminal round trip

3. flight depart arrive

4. station ticket airport

5. gate first class platform

6. train boarding pass subway

• B PAIR WORK Compare with a partner. Give reasons why you crossed out the words.
Example:
A: Fare and price are rhe cost of a ticker. Luggage is a bag.

2 I Conversation
co2� A Listen. ls a train leaving after 7:15 p.m.? How long does the trip to New York City take?

Tourist: Hello. How much Is a one-way ticket to New York City?

Agent: It's $86.50.

Tourist: And when is the next train?

Agent: It leaves at 7:15 p.m. That's the last train of the day.

Tourist: OK. How long does it take to get there?

Agent: About three hours. It arrives at 10:20 p.m.

Tourist: And where does It depart from?

Agent: Platform four. Would you like a ticket? The train is leaving soon.

PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.

,.
Tourist: What does a one-way ticket to New York City cost? i: Agent: The price Is $86.50 plus tax. '
... ....... ......:, ... ..
Agent: After that, there's no other train until tomorrow. ;> Tourist: Where does the train leave from? ;
... ........................ ........................................................ ............................... ..... ,·......................................................... ........................... ......... ..... :
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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice how we talk about prices and schedules.

How much is a one-way/round trip ticket to New York?

The price is $86.SO plus tax.
When is the next train to New York? It leaves at 7:1 S p.m.
How long does it take? It takes about three hours.
Where does the train from Chicago arrive? It arrives at Platform four.
What gate does the flight to Miami depart from? It departs from Gate 58.

• B PAIR WORK Choose two places you can get to by bus. Take turns asking and answering questions
about prices and schedules.

41 Listening
co2 G> A Listen. Number the places from 1 to 3 in the order you hear them. There is one extra.
__ a. a subway station __ b. a bus station __ c. a train station __ d. an airport

co2 f» B Listen again. Complete the sentences. Then compare answers with a partner.

I. The ticket to Paris costs ______ pounds. The trip cakes ______ hours.

2. The tourist is leaving from ------ 16. She needs to ------ in Mexico City.

3. The tourist will get co Ottawa at------ p.m. The agent doesn't know the-----­

ONLINE PRACTICE llilllliii..._�

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• A PAIR WORK Student A is the ticket agent who has the information below. Student B is a tourist and

:·====
=�
asks Student A for ticketing information for the next train from Barcelona to Madrid.

·=====
... Next train from Baroelona to M8dl1d
Ticket: Travel time:
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117 euros (one-way) 2 hours 45 minutes '-=== r--

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Direct or trw.fw:
Direct
Depat
Platform 18
Arrive:
Plalform2 :.-
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• B PAIR WORK Now switch roles. Use the information below.

NEXT FLIGHT FROM SINGAPORE TO BANGKOK : TICKET

-
Ticket: Departure: I!!! Travel time:
68 Si.ngapore dollars 7:30 a.m. ii 45 minutes
Direct or transfer. Depart: Arrive:
ii
Di.rect Gate 44( ;;;; Gate 39

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 ti Preview
Tom is sharing his Australian vacation photos with Casey. Tell your partner which places
you want to visit. Give reasons.

21 Practice
A Watch the video. Number the photos from 1 to 3 in the order that Tom visited the places.
B Watch the video again. Check (.I) the questions you hear.
1. 0 How long did you stay there? O How long were you there?

2. 0 What places did you visit? O Did you visit many places?

3. 0 How was the weather there? O What was the weather like there?

4. 0 Did you get around by bus? O Did you travel by bus?

3IDiscuss
• GROUP WORK Answer the questions.
1. What do you like about Tom's trip to Australia?
2. Where would you like to go on vacation? Would you stay in your country or go overseas?
3. Was there a place you visited and really enjoyed? Describe the place and the things you did.

@:oNFIDENCE BOOSTER Student A: Turn to page 87.

Student B: Turn to page 95.
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 SReak
NOW
A Student A: Ask Student B questions about a weekend trip he or she
took. Ask three sets of double questions.
Student B: Answer Student A's questions.
B Now change roles.

I can ask double questions. I can describe past events.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 53.

Student A and Student B: Find out about each other's

dream vacation. Ask about preferences on two of the
ideas below.

where to travel when to travel transportation places to stay

I can ask about preferences. I can describe preferences.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 55.

A Student A: Student B is a foreign visitor. Say two things that he

or she is not allowed to do, and two things that he or she
has to do while visiting your country.
Student B: You are a foreign visitor. Listen to Student A and ask
follow-up questions.
B Now change roles.

I can express prohibition. I can express obligation.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 57.

A Student A: You are a bus ticket agent. Create your own bus ticket
like the tickets on page 65. Student B is a tourist.
Answer his or her questions.
Student B: Ask for the information from Student A's bus ticket.
B Now change roles.

I can ask about prices and schedules. I can describe prices and schedules.
D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See language Booster page 59.

ONLINE PRACTICE �
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 • Asking about general behavior

• Describing general behavior

1I Vocabulary
A Circle the clothes you are wearing now.

a suit a dress shirt a scarf a skirt a dress a uniform

a T-shirt sandals shores running shoes jeans

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner how you usually dress. Use the words above or your own ideas.
Example:
A; l usually wear jeans, a T-shirt, and running shoes.
B: I often wear khakis and a dress shirt.

2 I Conversation
co2 a) A Listen. What is a kilt? When do Scottish men wear it?

Susan: The music is great, and I love your clothes. Are they traditional?

Calum: Oh. yes. You probably know this-it's called a kilt.

Susan: Yeah. I've seen them in pictures. Is it a kind of skirt?

Calum: Well, Scottish men don't really call it a skirt. People usually

wear it on special occasiom

Susan: I see. I love the pattern.

Calum: The pattern is plaid. Scotland is famous for them. The pattern can tell you what

family someone is from.

Susan: How interesting! Is there a traditional outfit for women as well?

Calum: Yes. Women normally wear longer skirts. But when they dance, they may wear

kilts. I think there will be a women's dance performance later.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co2 f» C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we talk about general behavior.

What do Scottish people generally

They generally wear a kilt.
wear to weddings?
What do women in Scotland They normally wear a long skirt, but they
normally wear? sometimes wear a kilt, too.
How do teachers tend to dress at Men wear slacks, a shirt, and a tie. Women
your school? tend to wear a blouse, a skirt, and a jacket.

• B PAIR WORK Choose four items of clothing from the Vocabulary section. When or where do people
generally wear them? Take turns asking and answering questions.

Examples:
A: Where do people generally wear sandals?
B: They normally wear them to the beach. When do women normally wear dresses?

41 Pronunciationintonation in a series of things

co2 fD A Listen and practice. Notice the intonation when we say a series of things.

1. Men wear slacks, I a shirc,I and a tie.

......_A ......_A �

2. Women tend to wear a blouse,I a skirt, I and a jacket.

......_A ......_A �

• B PAIR WORK Take turns describing what men and women generally wear to work in offices in your
country. Pay attention to your intonation.

ONLINE PRACTICE �
c _:-

• A PAIR WORK What do people generally wear on these occasions? Is it different for men and women?
What about for teenagers and adults?

graduation day a classical music concert

I
a wedding a job interview

What do girls generally wear on graduation day?

II'.�ey usually wear nice dresses.

• B GROUP WORK Choose one of the occasions in

part A. What do people normally
do on this occasion?

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 •Asking for ideas

• Offering ideas

ti Vocabulary
A How important are these things when you choose clothes? Mark ./ (important) or )( (not
very important).
brand design material value

quality price color comfort

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner what's important and not important when you buy clothes.

Examples:
A: For me, brand is very important. How about you?
B: It's not important at all. Quality is the most important to me.

21 Conversation
co2 � A Listen. Why doesn't Ana care for the first jacket? Do you think the last jacket suits Tom?
Ana, I really want a new jacket. Yeah, you're right. Do you
What do you think? Is it me? think this design Is nice?

Not really, Tom. I would get

something more practical.
And the quality is poor.

want to try a different

color. T hat one doesn't
really suit you.
I have that exact jacket at home.
You're picky, but you have good taste!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the words
below and practice it again.
: ""':. .
·.
l Tom: Can I wear something like this? '.> Is this a good color on me? l
:........................................................................................= ........................................................................=..................................................
l. Ana: Um ..• maybe you could look at a different color. >· I found the perfect Jacket for you! \
......................................................................................................................... ,· .................................................................................. ... ·

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 3 I Language Boost
A Notice how we ask for and offer ideas.

I would get something more practical.

Do you think this design is nice? A different design might be better.
Is this a good color for me? You might want to try a different color.
Do you think this looks good on me? I think this will look better on you.

B You are shopping for a new outfit. Check(,/') the items you would buy.

D baggy yellow D black leather D pink w,rh

purple flow Is ho,

• C PAIR WORK Take turns asking for and offering ideas for the items you checked.

41 Listening
co24' A Listen to four conversations. Which item of clothing is each speaker discussing?
Number them from 1 to 4.

co24' B Listen again. Write the idea that is offered in each conversation.
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ONLINE PRACTICE

• PAIR WORK The people in the picture want a different look.

Take turns asking for and offering ideas.

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 -� ·; ..

• Making requests

• Agreeing to requests

t I Vocabulary
A Look at the picture. Write the correct number of the item in the picture.

1. a rug 3. a clock 5. a vase 7. a lamp

2. a mirror 4. pillows 6. candles 8. curtains

0 .
• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner what new objects you
would like to have.
Example:
A: I wane a new mirror for my bedroom.
B: I wane new curtains.
A: Me coo! What color do you wane co gee?

21 Conversation
co2 fi) A Listen. What did Jake and Ben look at online? What does Ben ask Jake to get at the store?
Jake: Hello.

Ben: Hi, Jake. It's me, Ben. Are you still at the home decor store?

Jake: Yeah. I just found the lamp we looked at online.

It will look great in our new apartment.

Ben: Oh, good. Listen, can you do me a favor?

Jake: Sure.

Ben: Would you get some pillows for the sofa?

Jake: No problem. Do you want any particular color?

Ben: How about green?

Jake: Sure. Anything else?

Ben: Would you mind picking up a mirror. too?

Jake: Not at all. Do we need anything else?

Ben: Actually...can you pick up some food? Our fridge is empty.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co2 ID C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we make and agree to requests.
'\\\\\�
Making requests . Agreeing to requests '
•,u,o.\)

Would you
get some pillows for the sofa? Sure. No problem.
Could you please
Of course. I'd be happy to.
Would you/Do you mind picking up a mirror?
No, I don't mind.
Can you do me a favor?

• B PAIR WORK Take turns making a request and agreeing to a request. Use the ideas below.

Can you show me ...? Would you tell me the price of ... ?

Could you please hand me ... ? Would you mind looking for a different... ?

4IPronunciationReduction of wouldyou and couldyou

co2 � A Listen and practice. Notice how would you and could you are reduced.

/wouldja/ /couldja/
l. Would you get some pillows? 2. Could you please pick up some planes?

• B PAIR WORK Take turns making requests. Pay attention to the reduction of could you and would you.

ONLINE PRACTICE �

• PAIR WORK Look at the room below. You and your partner are roommates. Take turns making requests
to fix the room and agreeing to the request.

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 • Asking about uses

• Describing uses

tlVocabulary
A Look at the things that people can do on their smartphones. Circle the things you or your friends
do on your smartphones.
read books video chat get directions play games

watch movies store photos check the weather send e-mails

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner which ones you prefer to do on a computer.
Examples:
A: I prefer to use my computer to send e-mails.
B: I like to get directions on my computer. The maps are too small on smartphones.

2 I Conversation
co2G A Listen. What does Dave mostly use his new tablet for?
What does he think is the most useful feature?

Dave: Hi, Helena. Are you busy?

Helena: Not really. What you are doing?

Dave: I'm playing with my new tablet. I just got It.

Helena: I need to get one of those. They're so cool looking. What do you use it for?

Dave: Lots of things. I mostly use it to store photos and watch movies.

It's so much better than my phone.

Helena: What Is Its most Interesting feature?

Dave: The most useful feature is probably the editing software. i can

use it for recording, editing, and sharing my own music.

Helena: How fun!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the

i. L. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :
words below and practice it again.

Helena: What. are .you up to?)::, ave:_ it_wa s_ a_ birthday _present ...
. _ _ -� _
j Dave: I pre�er this to my phone. ;::•· Helena: What feature do you like the best? j
. ..................................................................................................................................................... ,u,,, ••••••.•••.•.•••••••••...••••

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 3I Language Booste
A Notice the different ways we ask about and describe uses.

What do you use it for? I use it to store photos and watch movies.
How can you use it? I can use it to read books and do homework.
What is it used for? It's used for recording, editing, and sharing my music.
What is its most interesting feature? The most useful feature is the editing software.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns asking about and describing the uses of the things below.

a scanner aGPS a microwave oven a camera

41 Listening
co2 G, A Listen. Number each product from 1-4 in the order you hear. Write one use for each product.

co2 G, B Listen again. Write the price for each product.

1. Electric Guitar Bag: 3. Wrongulator: ______

2. Panda Chopsticks: ______ 4. Clone Doll: ______

(
ONLINE p ACTICE IE:-
• A PAIR WORK Design a perfect household robot. Think of five things you
can use it for. Compare features and choose the best ones.

• B CLASS ACTIVITY Present your features. Vote on who

has the coolest robot.

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 English in Ao:tioR ONLINE PRACTICE i
ti Previe�
• PAIR WORK Casey is packing for her trip to Australia. Look at the items her friends give her.
Tell your partner which items you think Casey needs.

21 Practice
• A PAIR WORK Watch the video. List the things that Casey's friends lend her.
Then compare with a partner.

B Watch the video again. Look at the statements below. Mark the statements T (true) or F (false).
__ 1. Casey likes to pack light. __ 4. Jill lends Casey some boots.

__ 2. Eric has a tablet for Casey to borrow. __ 5. Casey asks to borrow Tom's books.

__ 3. Tom recommends chat Casey bring a first-aid kit.

31 Discuss
• GROUP WORK Answer the questions.
1. What things do you need to bring with you when you travel?
2. Aie there things chat you chink are made best in your country? What?
3. Do you usually travel light or pack more then you need? Why?

Student A: Turn to page 88.

{SpNFIDENCE BOOSTER Student B: Turn to page 96.
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 I 11sually wear jeans.
A Student A: Ask Student B what young people normally wear in his
or her town to go to school. Ask follow-up questions.
Student B: Answer Student A's questions.
B Now change roles. Student B asks Student A what people in his or
her town normally wear on formal occasions.

I can ask about general behavior. I can describe general behavior.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
SPe Language trooster page 63.

-· What do you tn..ink?

A Student A: Choose two of these items. Tell Student B you're
thinking of buying them. Ask what he or she thinks.

used shoes for $200 a black T-shirt for$ 100

an orange suit for $30 a pair of pink sunglasses
Student B: Listen to what Student A is thinking of buying. Offer other ideas.
B Now change roles.

I can ask for ideas. I can offer ideas.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Booste1 page 65

• & Can you cd.o me a favo,r?

A Student A: Think of three things you'd like Student B to do
for you. Make three requests.
Student B: Agree to Student A's requests.
B Now change roles.

I can make requests. I can agree to requests.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Vecy well D I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 67.

•• What is it usecd. fo,�,

A Student A: Choose a gadget or household item that you often use.
Describe to Student B how and when you use it.
Student B: Listen to Student A's description. Ask follow-up
questions and guess what the item is.
B Now change roles.

I can ask about uses. I can describe uses.

D Very well D I need more practice. D Very well D I need more practice.
See Language Boo�ter page 69.

ONLINE PRACTICE �
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/,

• Asking for opinions

• Giving opinions

1I Vocabulary
A Circle the correct word in each pair of sentences.

1. That movie was so bored/ boring. Was I the only one bored/ boring by it?

2. The teacher's explanation was confused/confusing. I 'm so confused/confusing.

3. Don't get too excited/exciting. You haven't seen the most excited/exciting part yet.

4. I'm interested/ interesting in working for that company. They do interested/ interesting work.

5. We got frustrated/frustrating waiting. It was a frustrated/frustrating wait.

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner about your experiences and how you felt. Use the words above.

21 Conversation
co2G A Listen. What does Sonya think of the movie? What does Angela like about it?

story is kind of confusing.

acting Isn't very good.

..
,
else? I can finish this movie later.
.
No. no, that's fine. I do
want to see how it ends.
4 ....; .f� ;,:m�t�:,,..,, ·.u

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
•
words below and practice it again.
.............................................................................,...........................................................................

>·
l Sonya: I find the acting terrible. :> Angela: I'm really enjoying It. t
;.............................................................................,: ......,.................................................................. :.............................. .
j .. Sonya:. Also, the .story..ls. confusing! . .. Angela:..1•11. watch_ the. rest another time.. J
.
. .. .

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask for and give opinions.

I think the movie is kind of boring.

I feel like the acting isn't very good.
What do you think of I find the acting terrible.
the movie?
How do you like To me, the story is confusing.
In my opinion, the acting is excellent.
If you ask me, the acting could be better.

• B PAIR WORK Think of three popular movies. Take turns asking for and giving opinions. Use the words
in the Vocabulary section and your own ideas.

41 Listening
CD2 G) A Listen. Maria and Jason are discussing three different topics. Write each topic in the first column of
the chart.

co2 G) B Listen again. What are their opinions? Complete the rest of the chart.

�NLIN£ PltACTtCE It-

• A GROUP WORK Discuss three of these topics, or think of other topics you want to discuss. Take turns
asking for and giving opinions.

an interesting company to work for

the best srl'artphone apps
an exciting movie you rPcently watched
the most important language to study
the best city to v1s1t

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 • Agreeing with opinions
I feel the same wa�. • Disagreeing with opinions

t I Vocabulary
A These words describe actions we can do. Write the correct word to make complete sentences.

apologize argue communicate lie forgive gossip judge

1. Ir's bad CO---------- about ocher people when they aren't around.

2. Ir is OK co sometimes not tell the truth and----------

3. People should---------- each other or they will be angry for a long time.

4. It's nor OK for people CO---------- in public.

5. People should---------- and express themselves properly.

6. If a person is wrong, they should----------

7. I think it's not OK CO--------- people by their looks.

• B PAIR WORK Underline the opinions you agree with. Rewrite any opinions you disagree with.
Then compare and discuss with a partner.
Example:
A: In my opinion, gossiping about people behind their backs is mean.
B: I chink so, coo. I feel like it's immature.

2 I Conversation
co2C) A Listen. Who are Joey and Mike? How does Caitlin feel about what happened?
Zack: Hi, Caitlin. It's Zack. Listen, I don't mean to gossip, but did you hear that
Joey and Mike got into an argument?

Caitlin: I just heard. Our two best friends...

Zack: I don't really know what happened. To me. they just stopped communicating.

Caitlin: I think so, too. But I feel it's probably more than that. I think Mike
sometimes argued with Joey and that bothered him.

Zack: I'm not sure I really agree. I've seen Joey judging Mike.

Caitlin: I just hope they make up or at least stay friends.

Zack: I feel the same way. Let's be sure to be there for them.

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

rn26) C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we agree and disagree with opinions.

I think so, too. I'm not sure about that.

I completely agree with you. I'm not sure I really agree.
I feel exactly the same way. I don't feel that way at all.

• B PAIR WORK Takes turns giving your opinion, and agreeing or disagreeing. Use the ideas below.

It's sometimes/never OK to .••

tell a lie. argue with your parents.

gossip about a friend. judge people by their looks.

41 Pronunciation Stress in contrastive responses

co2� A Listen and practice. Notice how we stress a word that contrasts an idea.
A: In my opinion, it's never OK to lie.
B: I don't really agree. It's sometimes OK.

co2€i) B Listen. Underline the stressed word in each response. Listen and check your answers.
Then practice with a partner.

A: Aie Brian and Cal gossiping? B: I chink Brian should apologize.

B: No, they're arguing. A: You do? I feel Cal should apologize.

ONLINE PRACTICE�
�

A Think about what these proverbs mean to you.

ney doesn't grow on trees.

ver Judge a book by 1ts cover.
Love 1s blind
Beauty is only skin deep.
Money cant buy happiness

• B GROUP WORK Discuss each proverb and share your opinions.

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 • Asking about an
imaginary situation

• Discussing an
imaginary situation

t I Vocabulary
A How would you feel if the things below happened to you? Write the correct letter next to
each situation. More than one answer is possible.

a. annoyed b. embarrassed c. nervous d. concerned e. thrilled f. upset g. puzzled h. worried

__ 1. Someone forgot your birthday. __ 5. You won the lottery.

__ 2. You forgot a friend's birthday. __ 6. Your best friend is sick.

__ 3. A score clerk returned coo much change. __ 7. You lose your wallet.

__ 4. A friend stopped calling you. __ 8. You have a really important test the
next day.

• B PAIR WORK Tell your partner how you would feel in the different situations above.

21 Conversation
co2 fD A Listen. Why didn't Kevin go to Sandra's party? What does Amy think he should do?

Kevin: I am so embarrassed.

Amy: Why? What happened?

Kevin: I thought Sandra's birthday was on Sunday

night. But it was on Saturday night.

Amy: Oh, no. So, you missed it?

Kevin: What do you think I should do?

Amy: I'd just be honest. And definitely

apologize. I'd make sure to get her a

birthday present. too!

Kevin: What time does the mall close?

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation. Then exchange the blue and green words above with the
words below and practice it again.
........ ......................,.....................................................................,...........................................................................................
Amy: What did you do? ;>· Kevin: What would you do? ;>·Amy: And definitely say you're sorry. j
... ........... ... ..................................· ................................................................... .:.......................................................................................... :

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we ask about and discuss an imaginary situation.

What would you do?

What would you do if you were me? I would definitely apologize.
What do you think I should do? If I were you, I'd get her a birthday present.
How would you feel? I'd probably feel embarrassed.

• B PAIR WORK Discuss the imaginary situations below. What do you think? How would you feel?

You lost your mobile phone. A friend broke your laptop. You got your dream job.

Examples:
A; I lost my mobile phone. What would you do if you were me?
B: I'd be really upset. I'd keep looking for it.

41 Listening
co2tl) A Listen to people describing things that happened to them. Circle how you think each person felt.
1. upset I thrilled I puzzled

2. embarrassed I confused I pleased

3. grateful I nervous I upset

4. annoyed I embarrassed I worried

co2 tl) B Listen again. Mark the statements T (true) or F (false).

1. __ He didn't know anyone there. 3. __ Her friend will probably be pleased.

2. __ She doesn't know her neighbors. 4. __ His friend was annoyed with him.

e
NLINE PRACTICE lt_:-
A GROUP WORK Discuss what you would do in these situations.

Someone gave you an expensive gift, but you don't like it.

A friend borrowed $100 and keeps forgetting to return it.

You found an envelope on the sidewalk with a large amount

of money in it.

• B GROUP WORK Take turns completing the question "What

would you do if. .. r with your own ideas.
Discuss what you would do in each situation.

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 •• .,,, .

• Describing a series
of events

t I Vocabulary
A Look at the words that describe qualities and values. Rank them from 1 (most important) to
8 (least important).
__ generous __ honest __ loyal __ ambitious

__ competitive __ sincere __ modest __ motivated

• B PAIR WORK Give your partner an example for the qualities above.
Examples:
A: My brother is competitive. He has to win even in friendly sports games.
B: My best friend is honest. She always tells the truth.

21 Conversation
co2 � A Listen. Where did the woman's money come from? What did she do with it?

Walt: I heard something interesting on the news last night before

I went to bed.

Tara: Oh, y eah? What's that?

Walt: It was a story about a woman who gave away several

million dollars. It was money she inherited from an aunt.

Tara: Wow! What did she do with it?

Walt: She was watching a TV show about needy families.

After watching the show, she decided to give all the money away.

Tara: Amazing.

Walt: Next. she set up a scholarship program to pay for the education of hundreds of

motivated high school kids. Then she decided to pay for their college tuition, too.

Tara: That's fantastic. She must be really generous!

• B PAIR WORK Practice the conversation.

co2(D C Listen. Write the two extra sentences you hear in the conversation. Practice the new conversation.

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 3 I Language Booster
A Notice the different ways we describe a series of events.

Before I went to bed, I heard something interesting on the news.

She was watching TV when she learned about some needy families.
After watching the show, she decided to give all the money away.
Next, she set up a scholarship program to pay for the education of high school kids.
Then she decided to pay for their college tuition, too.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns adding follow-up sentences to the event below.

A woman heard her neighbors lost their home in a fire.

Example:
A: A woman heard her neighbors lost their home in a fire.
B: Then she decided to help her neighbors.
A: Next, she ...

41 Pronunciation Intonation in clauses

---...
co2(D A Listen and practice. Notice how each clause ends with falling intonation.

l. Before Iwent to bed, Iheard something interesting on the news.

2. After she saw that, she decided to give all th�.

• B PAIR WORK Take turns completing these sentences. Pay attention to intonation.

1. After Iwoke up this morning,---------------------------

2. Before Icame to class today,----------------------------

3. As soon as Igot home last night, I------------------------

foNLINE PRACTICE�
�

A Choose a word from the Vocabulary section.

Prepare a story that describes the quality.

• B PAIR WORK Share your stories. Others

ask follow-up questions.

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 PAIR WORK Casey is telling her friends about her trip. Look at their reactions. What do you
think happened?

• B PAIR WORK You find a wallet with money but no ID in it. Check (.f) what you would do.
Compare your answer with your partner.

__ 1. I'd try to ask people on the street if it was theirs. Someone might be looking for it.

__ 2. I would keep it. There is no ID and there's no way to find the person.

__ 3. I'd bring it to the police. Someone might ask about it at the police station.

__ 4. I 'd give it to charity. It's not my money.

21 Practic
• A PAIR WORK Watch the video. What did Casey find? What happened as a result?
a Watch the video again. Who says these things? Casey, Eric, Tom, Jill or Maria?

Iii
Write their names.

I. ______ : "I complained, but they wouldn't give me my money back."

2. ______ : "IfI were you, I'd give it to the police."

3. ______: "You could stay at a nicer hotel!"
4. ______. "I don't know what I'd do."
5. ______. "I would be honest and give it to the police."

31 Discuss
• GROUP WORK Answer the questions.
l. What would you do if you didn't like your hotel room?
2. Do you video chat? With whom? What do you usually talk about?

Student A: Turn to page 89.

(sONFIDENCE BOOSTE Student B: Turn to page 97.
80
•G). I think it's fun!
Student A and Student B: Take turns asking for and giving
your opinions on these topics.

the best place to visit in your country

the worst household chore

I can ask for opinions. I can give opinions.

O Very well D I need more practice. D Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 73.

I feel the same way.

A Student A: Give your opinion about one of these topics.
Find out if Student B agrees or disagrees with you.

borrowing money from friends refunding a gift

Student B: listen to Student A and give your own opinion.
B Now change roles.

I can agree with opinions. I can disagree with opinions.

...
D Very well D I need more practice. O Very well D I need more practice.
See Language B e page 15 .

What woula you do?

Student A and Student B: Ask and answer questions about what
you would do in these situations.

A friend broke your camera. You lost your homework.

You won a free trip to go anywhere you want.

I can ask about imaginary situations. I can discuss imaginary situations.

...
D Very well O I need more practice. D Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 77•

Then what happened?

A Student A: Tell Student B about a situation where somebody
behaved very honestly, generously, or sincerely.
Include as much information as you can.
Student B: Listen to what happened and ask follow-up questions.
B Now change roles.

I can describe a series of events.

D Very well O I need more practice.
See Language Booster page 79

ONLINE PRACTICE
� Bl
 Student A
What does he look like?
Choose a person. Student B asks questions to guess the person you chose. Switch roles.
Choose three more people each.
Example:
A: Is the person a man or a woman?
B: He's a man.
A; What does he look like?
B: He's bald.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B by correctly completing (1-6). Read the first sentence to him or
her. listen to Student B's response (2). If it is correct, choose the next correct response to continue
the conversation.
1. How's it going?

3. a. I'm looking for the teacher.

b. Busy. I have a lot of homework. I also have a blog.

5. a. It's about technology trends. For example, did you know chat most people in the world own a
mobile phone?
b. Most people own phones. People use their phones to send e-mails, watch videos, play games,
and more!

82 patr with Student B (soNFIDENCE BOOSTER 1-4 on p. 9o

 Student A
How do you make sushi?
1 a. Look at the steps to a recipe below. Place the steps in order. Use the words first, then, next, after that,
and Finally.

1 b. Say your recipe above in the order you think is correct to Student B. He or she will correct you.
Then listen to Student B's recipe below. Correct any mistakes you hear.

Toe111., ,u.t� a t.a1:::1eir of coolrud rice to the seawee�.

Nex:t, place iraw fi.sh a� vegetables, oir otheir i..�ir�i.e111.,ts 1:::1ou choose, 0111., '-/.+of tne rice,
�air o�e�.
Afteir that, use the irolleir to iroll the seawe�.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B (1-6). Read the first sentence to him or her. Listen to Student B's
response (2). If it is correct, choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
1. Good evening. May I take your order?

3. a. The service is great and it's not too expensive.

b. The pad thai is very good and not very spicy.

5. a. What would you like to drink?

b. Rice. Would you like white or brown?

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 Student A
What do you suggest?
Look at the problems/desires below. Write suggestions or advice.

I have a cold.

I have a sore back

I want to learn how to sing

I need a new job.

1 b. RHd th• probl•msldeslres below to Stud•nt a. Write his or her suggestions.

II •J • • 1-.T••I�l..11&:.l.. "i
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a.-.,tl• • =.+:1H• 1Fl·T"'•f'][l(:I

I need to lose weight.

I really want to learn German.

-- -
My head hurts.
-
I can't sleep.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B ( 1-6). Read the first sentence to him or her. Listen to Student B's
response (2). If It Is correct. choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
1. I need to lose weight.

3. a. I'd like to learn something new.

b. What do you suggest I do?

5. a. Karate? I think exercising is easier than karate.

b. Try not to eat at night.

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 Student A
Can you do the job?
1 a. Look at the job posting below. Ask Student B questions to fill in the blanks.

Example:
A: Do you need experience?
B: No, you don't. Do you have to stand all day?
A: Yes, you do.

Job: Receptionist International Hotel

DffcrtptJon:
Work with a wide variety of __________ experience.
international customers. Meet Should speak a second language.
new people! Assist customers __________ stand all day.
and greet them . Help customers Must know the city.
check in and answer questions __________ be cheerful.
on the phone and in person. Do not need college degree.
__________ a car.
_,,!'
___________,,.._____________,,_____.J'____�_;

1 b. Share the pros and cons of the job with Student B. Make a list together.

Pros Cons

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B (1-6). Read the first sentence to him or her. listen to Student B's
response (2). If it is correct, choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.

l. Hello, Princetown Services. Hoyv may I help you?

3. a. This is Mr. Kim speaking.

b. You'd work weekends. Is that all right?

5. a. Hello, Mr. Riser. Mostly preparing briefs.

b. Hello, Joe. I'm sorry, but the position was filled yesterday.

P,ah: with Student B @NFIDENCE BOOSTER 1:3-116 on)P,.· 93 85

 Student A
Why is Jon late?
1. Look at the charts below. Ask Student B questions to fill in the information.
Example:
A: What does Julia like to do in her free time?
B: She likes to read a magazine and watch TV Why is Jon late?
A: He ran into a friend.

Julia

go to the beach

see a movie with a cousin, do laundry

Jon

karaoke, listen to music

ran into a friend

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B (1-6). Read the first sentence to him or her. Listen to Student B's
response (2). If it is correct, choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
1. Would you like to see a movie tonight?

3. a. Can you do your homework tonight and go w the movie tomorrow?

b. Let's go to a movie tonight.

5. a. Sure. Can you call me tomorrow morning?

b. Sorry to hear it.

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 Student A
What time is the flight?
1. Look at the itinerary below. Ask Student B questions to fill in the information.
Example:
A: What time is the flight from San Francisco?
B: It leaves at 12:59 p.m. Where does the plane arrive?
A: It arrives in Heathrow Airport.

Travel Itinerary
Friday, June 6
OUP Airlines Flight#: 0930
Depart: San Francisco, 1.2:� :p.l,'\,(.. - SFO International
Arrive: London, June 7, 7:10 a.m. - Heathrow Airport

Saturday, June 7
Rail from London to Paris
Depart: London, 10 a.m. - St. Pancras Station
Arrive: Paris, 1:17 p.m. -----------

Hotel in Paris Arrive: ---------­

Relais-Hotel du Vieux, Paris Depart: June 10, 12 p.m.

Monday, June 10
Rail from Paris to----------­
Depart: 6:59 p.m., Paris - Berey Station
Arrive: June 11, 7:16 a.m., - -----------

Tuesday, June 11
Hotel in Milan Arrive:---------­
Via Scarlatti Depart: June 14, 5 a.m.

Friday, June 14
HY Airlines Flight #: 1147
Depart: June 14, 6:45 a.m. - -----------
Arrive: Paris, June 14, 8:05 a.m. - Charles de Gaulle Airport
Depart: Paris, June 14, - Charles de Gaulle Airport
Arrive: San Francisco, June 15, 12:05 a.m. - SFO International

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B (1-6). Read the first sentence to him or her. Listen to Student B's
response (2). If it is correct, choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
1. Where did you go for vacation? Did you go anywhere special?

3. a. Do you usually travel overseas or in your home country?

b. You can't go overseas without a passport.

5. a. You're not permitted to take three bags.

b. Do you need a visa to go to France?

pair with student e (sONFIDENCE BOOSTER 2·1-24 on p. 95 87

 Student A
It's normally used to fix things.
Look at the items below and choose one. Take turns telling Student B about your item. Be honest, but
try to make it difficult for him or her to guess which item it is. Try to guess Student B's item before he
or she guesses yours.
Example:
A: lt's normtill y used co hold things.
B: Is it a backpack?
A: No, ir isn'r.
B: People generally use it to hold books.
A: ls it the shelf?

•
Swiss army knife SUV chair swing screwdriver

measuring cup trash can backpack baby sling baby stroller

tape string scissors shelf bag

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B (1-6). Read the first sentence to him or her. Listen to Student B's
response (2). If it is correct, choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
1. Could you do me a favor?

3. a. They drink a special beverage in Argentina called Mate.

b. Could you buy me some Mate while you are in Argentina?

5. a. The most common feature is that it is served in a gourd.

b. It's a hoc drink people usually drink with friends.

88 �(cj)NFIDENCE BOOSTER�£ID
 Student A
What do you think?
1 a. Look at the chart below. Ask and answer questions to find Katherine's opinion.
Example:
A: What does Katherine think about piu.a?
B: She feels it's unhealthy. How does she like live theater?
A: he chinks it's boring.

piua
smoking awful
eating at home
live theater boring
cheese
meeting new people fascinating
learning another language
watching soaps on TV exciting
working in an office
shopping for clothes challenging

1 b. What do you and your partner think? Ask him or her if he or she agrees with Katherine's opinions.
Write Student B's answers.
Example:
A: Katherine thinks piu.n is unhealthy.
B: I'm not sure about that. It has cheese and tomatoes. I think it's healthy.
A: I disagree. It also has a lot of sah. I think Katherine is right. lt's unhealthy.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student B (1-6). Read the first sentence to him or her. Listen to Student B's
response (2). If it is correct, choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
1. What did you think of the book?

3. a. I thought so, too. It's a beautiful story.

b. I would be honest. It's very good.

5. a. I'd probably forgive and move on.

b. I disagree. I wouldn't tell anyone.

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 Student B
What does he look like?
Choose a person. Student A asks questions to guess the person you chose. Switch roles.
Choose three more people each.
Example:
A: Is the person a man or a woman?
B: He's a man.
A: What does he look like?
B: He's bald.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. Listen to Student A's response (3). If it is correct,
choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
2. a. Pretty good. And you?
b. I'm going co the library. What are you doing?

4. a. A lot of my friends have biogs. What's yours about?

b. What are you like?

6. I can't leave home without mine!

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 Student B
How do you :make sushi?
1 a. Look at the steps to a recipe below. Place the steps in order. Use the words first, then, next, after that,
and Finally.

pa.ice r&1w fl.sh c;i!M)( veget&1blts, or other-i. ""0 recti.ell\,ts !::jOt..<. choose,
______ Oii\, /.+ of the �ce, �E_r o� e�.
, 1

------., ct..<.t Lll\,to eve pi.eces "� serve.

II\,

__ _ c;ic(c( " La !::jtr of cool:uc( �ce to the se&1weect.

___

1 b. Listen to Student A read the steps in the recipe below. Correct any mistakes you hear. Then say your
recipe above in the order you think is correct to Student A. He or she will correct you.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. Listen to Student A's response (3). If it is correct,
choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
2. a. I've never had Thai food before. What do you recommend?
b. Have you ever been to a Thai restaurant before?

4. a. I'll have an iced tea, please.

b. That sounds good. What does it come with?

6. Brown, please. It's healthier.

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 Student B
What do you suggest?
look at the problems/desires below. Write suggestions or advice.

Problem/Desires
I Suggestion/Advice

I need to lose weight.

I really want to learn German.

My head hurts.

I can't sleep.

1 b. Read the problem/desires below to Student A. Write his or her suggestions.

Problem/Desires I Suggestion/Advice

I have a cold.

I have a sore back.

I want to learn how to exercise.

I need a new job.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. listen to Student A's response (3). If it is correct,
choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
2 a. Why don't you exercise more?
b. It's a good idea for people to exercise more.

4. a. I think you should learn karate.

b. Are you getting enough sleep?

6. Then I think you should dance!

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 Student B
Can you do the job?
1 a. Look at the job posting below. Ask Student A questions to fill in the blanks.
Example:
A: Do you need experience?
B: No, you don't. Do you have to stand all day?
A: Yes, you do.

Job: Receptionist International Hotel

Description: Requirements:
Work with a variety of Do not need experience.
international clientele. Meet __________ speak a second language.
new people! Assist customers Must be able to stand all day.
and greet them. Help customers __________ know the city.
check in and answer questions Must be cheerful.
on the phone and in person. __________ college degree.
Do not need a car.

1 b. Share the pros and cons of the job with Student A. Make a list together.

Pros Cons

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. Listen to Student A's response (3). If it is correct,
choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.

2. a. Hi. This is Joe. I need a job.

b. Good morning. May I speak to Mr. Kim, please?

4. a. Mr. Kim, this is Joe Riser. Is the position of server still open?
b. Hello, Mr. Kim. My name is Joe Riser. What are the hours?

6. Sorry to hear it. Thank you anyway.

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 Student B
Why is Jon late?
1. Look at people below. Ask Student A questions to fill in the information.

Example:
A: What does Julia like to do in her free time?
B: She likes to read magazines and watch TV. Why is Jon late?
A: He ran into a friend.

Julia

read a magazine, watch TV

The car wouldn't start.

Jon

go out to dinner

wash the car. do homework

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. Listen to Student A's response (3). If it is correct,
choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.

2. a. Sorry, but I have to do my homework.

b. I'd love to. Let's do homework together.

4. a. Sorry, I'm late. The traffic was awful.

b. That sounds good. Can I get back to you?

6. a. Absolutely! That sounds good!

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 Student B
What time is the flight?
1. Look at the itinerary below. Ask Student A questions to fill in the information.
Example:
A: What time is the flight from San Francisco?
B: It leaves at 12:59 p.m. Where does the plane arrive?
A: le arrives in Heathrow Airport.

Travel Itinerary
Friday, June 6
OUP Airlines Right#: 0930
Depart: San Francisco, 12:59 p.m. - HtQHIYOW A�rport
Arrive: London, June 7, 7:10 a.m. -----------

Saturday, June 7
Rail from London to Paris
Depart: London, - St. Pancras Station
Arrive: Paris, 1:17 p.m. - Nord Station

Hotel in Paris Arrive: June 7, 2 p.m.

Relais-Hotel du Vieux, Paris Depart: __________

Monday, June 10
Rail from Paris to Florence
Depart: , Paris - __________
Arrive: Milan, June 11, 7:16 a.m. - Milano Centrale

Tuesday, June 11
Hotel in Milan Arrive: June 11, 12 p.m.
Via Scarlatti Depart:----------

Friday, June 14
HY Airlines Flight#: ----------
Depart: Milan, June 14, - Malpensa International
Arrive: Paris, June 14, 8:05 a.m. - Charles de Gaulle Airport
Depart: Paris, June 14, 9:45 a.m. - Charles de Gaulle Airport
Arrive: San Francisco, June 15, 12:05 a.m. - SFO International

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. Listen to Student A's r�sponse (3). If it is correct,
choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
2. a. Yes, I went to Paris.
b. Yes, I travelled with my family.

4. a. I usually prefer to visit ocher countries.

b. I'd prefer to stay in a hotel.

6. Other Europeans don't need a visa, but I had to have one.

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 Student B
It's norlllally used to fix things.
Look at the items below and choose one. Take turns telling Student B about your item. Be honest, but
try to make it difficult for him or her to guess which item it is. Try to guess Student B's item before he
or she guesses yours.
Example:
A: It's normally used co hold things.
B: Is it a backpack?
A: No, it isn't.
B: People generally use it to hold books.
A: Is it the shelf?

•=--·•
Swiss army knife SUV chair swing screwdriver

measuring cup trash can backpack baby sling baby stroller

tape string scissors shelf bag

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. Listen to Student A's response (3). tf it is correct,
choose the next correct response to continue the conversation.
2. a. Sure. What do you need?
b. Not at all.

4. a. Mate? What is it for?

b. What do people usually drink in Argentina?

6. Sounds interesting. I'll look for it.

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 Student B
What do you think?
1 a. Look at the chart below. Ask and answer questions to find Katherine's opinion.
Example:
A: What does Katherine chink about pizza?
B: She feels it's unhealthy. How does she like live cheater?
A: She chinks it's boring.

piua
1 Katherine's
opinion

unhealthy
J Your partner's opinion

smoking
eating at home practical

live theater
cheese delicious

meeting new people

learning another language difficult

watching soaps on TV
working in an office dull
shopping for clothes

1 b. What do you and your partner think? Ask him or her if he or she agrees with Katherine's opinions.
Write Student B's answers.
Example:
A: Katherine chinks pizza is unhealthy.
B: I'm not sure about chat. It has cheese and tomatoes. I chink it's healthy.
A: I disagree. le also has a lot of sale. I chink Katherine is right. It's unhealthy.

Conversation Practice
2. Have a conversation with Student A by completing (1-6). Listen to his or her sentence. Read the
sentences in (2) and choose the correct response. Listen to Student A's response (3). If it is correct,
choose the nex.t correct response to continue the conversation.
2. a. I thought the movie was kind of boring.
b. To me, the story was wonderful.

4. a. What would you do if it happened to you?

b. How would you feel if I liked the book?

6. I disagree. I'd want to get even.

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 LESSON 1 B: Yeah. And where's Wally? I've heard of him,
Conversation, Part A but I don't know him.
Nicole: Hi. How's it going? I'm Nicole. A: This party is for him. He's over there.
Brian: Pretty good. My nam e's Brian. B: What does he look like?
Nicole: And where are you from? A: He's short and a little heavy. He's wearing a
Brian: I'm from Canada. And you? green sweater.
Nicole: Brazil. B: How old is he?
Brian: I went to Brazil last year! A: He's twenty-two.
Nicole: Really? Wow. Did you travel alone? B: And who's that man by the food table?
Brian: No, I went with friends. It was fun. A: The middle-aged one? That's Adam. He's
Listen, I'd better get going. Paula's older brother.
B: He's really chin. Oh, look! Valerie is here.
Conversation, Part C A: Who?
Nicole: Hi. How's it going? I'm Nicole. B: My friend Valerie. See her? She's really pretty.
Brian: Pretty good. My name's Brian. She has black hair and she's wearing a blue
Nicole: And where are you from? dress.
Brian: I'm from Canada. And you? A: The one by the door?
Nicole: Brazil. Have you been there? B: Yeah. Do you want me to introduce you?
Brian: I went to Brazil last year! A: Sure!
Nicole: Really? Wow. Did you travel alone?
Brian: No, I went with friends. Ir was fun. LESSON 3
Listen, I'd better get going. I don't want Conversation, Part A
to be late. Yasuko: Mary, your twin girls look so much alike.
How do you tell them apart?
LESSON 2 Mary: Actually, they have very different
Conversation, Part A personalities.
Nathan: Excuse me. I'm looking for my wife. Yasuko: Oh? In what way?
Clerk: What does she look like? Mary: Matilda is very outgoing and talkative.
Nathan: Well, she's tall and thin. Yasuko: And what about her sister?
Clerk: Does she have red hair? Mary: AJice is more serious. And she can be
Nathan: No. My wife has dark brown hair. very impatient sometimes.
Clerk: What's she wearing? Yasuko: I see they both like to draw.
Nathan: A blue skirt and a white blouse. Mary: Yes, they're both very creative. They love
Clerk: Is that her by the changing room? to make things.
Nathan: Yes. I guess she wants that coat.
Listening, Part A and B
Listening, Part A and B 1. I have a new friend, Nora. We're the same
A: Great party, isn't it? in some ways, but different in other ways.
8: Yeah, but I don't know many people here. Nora is very outgoing. She likes to be around
A: You don't? Do you know Paula? people. I'm not really outgoing. I'm shy. But
B: No. we're still good friends. She's also confident. In
A: Oh, well that's her over there. Do you see math class, she always shouts out the answers.
her? She has blond hair. And she's in her earl She is sometimes right but sometimes wrong.
thirties. She's wearing a black dress. She doesn't care. She just cries. I like that
B: She looks nice. about her.
A: She's talking co Reggie, her cousin.
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2. T he new guy in our class, Simon, is interesting Luke: Sure, all the time. Say, I don't think we're
to me. He's really good at art. He's creative and friends online ...
loves anime. He wants to be an anime artist
someday. But he's also very good at math. He's LESSONS 1-4 ENGLISH IN ACTION
probably the best student in our class, actually. Maria: Eric, how can you scudy and text at the
He gets good grades easily, but he hardly same time?
studies. He's becoming a good friend. Eric: Most of my classmates text, study, and
rweet at the same time these days.
3. I work in a coffee shop on weekends and
Maria: Hi Tom! How's it going?
there's a new girl there. Her name's Caley. She's
Tom: Good. How are you?
not hardworking at all and gets very impatient
Maria: OK. Eric and I are studying. Well,
with customers. You know, sometimes
actually I'm studying.
customers need time to choose their order.
Eric: Hey! So am I.
Caley just looks the other way and taps her
Tom: Hi, Jill.
fingers like this. She also forgets the customers'
Jill: Oh. Hey Tom!
orders and makes lots of mistakes. I don't
Tom: What are you doing?
think she'll have this job for very long.
Jill: Oh, I'm waiting for my cousin. She's on
her way from the airport.
LESSON 4 Tom: Your cousin?
Conversation, Part A Jill: Yeah, she's going to stay with Maria
Ellen: What are you doing? and me for a couple of months. Her
Luke: I'm just sending an e-mail. name's Casey.
Ellen: Do you always use your phone to send Tom: Really? Where's she from?
e-mails? All of my friends text these days. Eric: Los Angeles.
Luke: Some of my friends text, some don't. Tom: What's she like?
T hat e-mail was to my dad. Jill: Oh, she's really fun. And ...different.
Ellen: So, what else do you use your phone for? She's really different from me!
Luke: I often use it to play games. A lot of Tom: Different ...in what way?
my friends watch movies, but I find the Eric: Everyone. Casey's in a taxi.
screen too small. Tom: How do YOU know Casey?
Ellen: Do you use it for social networking? Eric: We're Facebook friends. She just updated
Luke: Sure, all the time. Say, I don't think we're her status-I'm in a taxi, and heading to
friends online.... Jill's place!
Maria: How are you _studying?
Conversation, Part C Eric: Trust me. I am. .
Ellen: What are you doing? Are you busy? Tom: OK. So, what's she like?
Luke: I'm just sending an e-mail. Jill: Oh yeah, uh, well. She's really into
Ellen: Do you always use your phone to send clothes. She likes to wear lots of
e-mails? All of my friends text these days. accessories-things she makes hersel£
Luke: Some of my friends text, some don't. Hats, scarves, and stuff.
T hat e-mail was to my dad. He sends me Tom: So how old is she?
e-mails every day. Jill: She's...lee me remember ... she's­
Ellen: So, what else do you use your phone for? Eric: 21.
Luke: I often use it to play games. A lot of my Jill: Right. 21. Oh! I just got a text.
friends watch movies, but I find the _screen Casey is­
too small. Eric: Here!
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Jill: I'm going to get her. sal ry food but not this. Oh, and it's raw. Have
Maria: OK ...done! I'm finished with my you ever had it?
homework.
Eric: I haven't even started. 3. I tried this once in the United States. It's
Maria: See. I told you. Not many of us can do popular in the south. It's a vegetable that not
two things at the same time. a lot of people know, or like. It's in dishes like
Jill: Everyone. This is Casey! gumbo, and I hear that it is delicious. I've
Casey: Hi! never tried gumbo. I just had this vegetable
Tom/Eric/Maria: Hi Casey!! fried. It was really bland. I didn't like the
Casey: Nice to meet you. It's cold here! texture at all.
Tom: Let's go get something warm to drink.
4. This is one of my favorite foods. I tried it
Maria: Coffee sounds good!
the first time when I was eight-years-old. I
Jill: Eric?
remember the taste was really strong. But I
Eric: I can't. I have to do homework. But
guess I like strong flavors because I eat this all
will you guys text me what you're
the time. I Uke it in salads, on crackers, and
talking about?
with fruit.
Jill/Maria/Tom: No.

LESSONG
LESSON 5
Conversation, Part A
Conversation, Part A
Joel: What are you making?
Kent: Hi, Lori. I'm getting hungry.
Tara: Bruschena. Have you ever tried it?
Lori: Hey, Kent! Me too. Have you ever tried
Joel: No. How do you make it?
Mexican food? I know a great place.
Tara: First, grill the bread. Make sure you
Kent: No, I haven't. But I think I want
grill both sides. Then rub the bread
Asian food.
with garlic.
Lori: OK. How about Thai?
Joel: OK. It smells good.
Kent: I've never had Thai food.
Tara: Next, pour olive oil on the bread. Don't
Lori: It's my favorite! The noodle dishes
pour too much, just a little. After that,
are amazing!
put on some chopped tomatoes. Finally,
Kent: Do you have a place in mind?
add salt, pepper, and a basil leaf. Try one!
Lori: There's a place called Thairiffic.
Kent: OK. I'll meet you there!
Conversation, Part C
Joel: What are you making?
Listening, Part A and B
Tara: Bruschetta. Have you ever tried it?
1. I've had this several times. But it's not easy to
Joel: No. How do you make it?
get fresh. I've often had it as juice. The first
Tara: First, grill the bread. Make sure you
time I tried it, I didn't know what to expect. It
grill both sides. Then rub the bread
was ve ry sour. I've only tried sweet fruit, but
with garlic. Do this right away.
I really liked it. I would recommend this to
Joel: OK. It smells good. What do I do next?
anyone.
Tara: Next, pour olive oil on the bread. Don't
2. I love most types of seafood but this one? I'm pour too much, just a little. After that,
not so sure. Well, I know it's popular, but I'm put on some chopped tomatoes. Finally,
not sure why. I just remember it was expensive. add salt, pepper, and a basil leaf. Try one!
And it looked dangerous. When I tasted it, I You'll love it!

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LESSON? B: She didn't even know the menu very well.
Conversation, Part A A: Yeah-she couldn't answer many questions.
Kit: So, what are you in the mood for?
Sarah: Have you tried that new restaurant near 5. A: Wow! Our bill is only $29.
the subway station? B: Thar's very reasonable.
Kit: You mean The Pink Peppercorn? A: A new restaurant can't charge coo much.
Sarah: Yeah. That's the one. B: I know. Or they won't get much business.
Kie: No, I haven't yet. W hat's it like? A: I hope they're making money at least.
Sarah: It's pretty good. They serve a lot of
curries and noodle dishes. And their LESSONS
prices are reasonable. Most of the dishes Conversation, Part A
cost about $10. Server: Welcome to Zippy's. Are you ready
Kie: That's pretty good. What's the to order?
service like? Customer: Yes, I'd like the fried chicken, please.
Sarah: The service is really slow, but otherwise Server: Would you like mashed potatoes,
it's a nice place. French fries,. or steamed rice
Kie: I think I'll try it! with that?
Customer: Hm ...I'll take steamed rice.
Listening, Part A and B Server: Anything to drink?
1. A: They've done a nice job with the Customer: I'll have the peach iced tea.
decoration. Server: Anything else? Would you like to
B: I like the colors. start with an appetizer?
A: So do I. And the music is good. It's not too Customer: No, I'm saving room for dessert.
loud.
B: I hate restaurants with loud, noisy music. Conversation, Part C
You can't hear yourself think! Server: Welcome to Zippy's. Are you ready
A: I know. This place feels really relaxed. to order?
Customer: Yes, I'd like the fried chicken, please.
2. A:But it's coo bad it's so far. I'm pretty hungry.
B:Yeah. It's not near anything. Server: Would you like mashed potatoes,
A:I heard it's hard to get space downtown. French fries, or steamed rice
B:I don't think many customers will with that?
come here. Customer: Hm .. .I'll take steamed rice.
A: I agree. It takes too long to get here. Server: Anything to drink?
Customer: I'll have th� peach iced tea.
3. A: The menu looks really good.
Server: Anything else? Would you like to
B: Where do we start? Some of the chicken
start with an appetizer?
dishes look nice.
Customer: No, I'm saving room for dessert. I'll
A: They're famous for their seafood.
take a chocolate cake!
B: Oh, yeah? I see they have octopus.
A: I've never tried that. Oh, I can't decide!
LESSONS 5-8 ENGLISH IN ACTION
4. A: But I think they need to hire more people. Tom: What time are Casey, Jill, and Maria
B: I agree. The servers are really busy. They coming over for dinner?
need one or two more. Eric: 7. We have plenty of time. W hat should
A: And our server made a mistake with our we make?
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 Eric: Tom, I love your pasta but- Server: Have a good night!
Tom: I love it too. I could have it every single Tom: What?
day. Eric: Pasta?
Eric: Exactly my point. We do have it every Tom: You said something different. And it's not
day. We should try something different. my pasta, so it's different ... right?
Let me see ...have you tried Indian food?
Tom: No, I haven't. LESSON9
Eric: How about Japanese food? Conversation, Part A
Tom: Nope. Leila: Hi, Tracey. I'm not feeling too well.
Eric: What have you tried? Tracey: Oh? What's the matter, Leila?
Tom: Pasta. Leila: I have a sore throat.
Eric: OK. Nevermind ...Casey likes fish. So Tracey: T hat's too bad. I hope it's not the Au.
do Jill and Maria. Let's make a simple Have you seen a doctor?
fish dish. Leila: No. I'm fine, really. I think I just have a
Tom: OK. cold.
Eric: OK. Fry the vegetables in a pan. Tracey: You have a fever. Why don't you go home
Eric: Don't forger to add salt ...pepper ...and and rest?
olive oil. Leila: Good idea. Can you take notes for me in
Eric: Don't pour too much olive oil, just class?
a little. Tracey: Sure. I hope you feel better soon.
Eric: I have to get the phone. Leila: T hanks.
Tom: Go ahead. Don't worry.
Eric: T hanks, Tom. Listening, Part A and B
Tom: Oh, no! T he fish! 1. A: So, how was your weekend?
Eric: What's wrong? B: It was so-so. Look what I did.
Tom: I'm sorry. A: T hat looks really painful. What happened?
Eric: We still have time. It's nor a big deal. We B: I was playing tennis and I fell.
can just order in. A: Oh, no! Does it hurt?
Tom: I know a great place we can order from! B: Oh, yeah. Luckily, I didn't break it. I went
T he food is pretty good, it's fairly cheap, to a doctor, she took an X-ray and just put
and attracts a lot of customers. a bandage on it. But it's really difficult to
Eric: OK. Sounds good. hold anything. I can't even write or type
Server: Hello? with it.
Tom: Hello, can I place a delivery order? A: I would think it's a good idea not co use it
Server: Sure! What would you like? at all.
Tom: I would like your ...hm ... B: I guess.
Server: Tom?
Tom: Yes ...Roberto? 2. A: Did chat medicine I gave you do you
Server: Yes! How are you? any good?
Tom: Grear! B: Well, I feel a bit better today.
Server: What can I get you? Is it the usual? A: T hat's good.
Tom: Yes, but for five people. B: But it hasn't completely gone away. I'm
Server: Sure thing. Five of our special sure it was the fish I had at the restaurant. I
house pastas. don't think it was very fresh.
Tom: Sounds delicious! And can you put extra A: Yeah, it was probably that. T he chicken I
tomato sauce and cheese in one of them? had was fine.
Server: Anything for you, Tom! B: I don't think I want to go back there.
Tom: T hank you.
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 A: Try not to eat anything too oily or spicy Conversation, Part C
for a few days. Just rice and soup would be Alex: I've been so tired lately. I never seem to
good. And drink lots of water. have enough energy. Should I join a gym?
Luisa: Gyms can be expensive. There are simple
3. A: How do I look? ways to exercise at home.
B: Not too good. They're both really red, Alex: Like what? What would you do?
especially the left one. Luisa: IfI were you,I'd climb the stairs or play to
A: Still? music. You should do something active that
B: I'm afraid so. Are they sore? you enjoy. Are you getting enough sleep?
A: Not at all. And I can still see perfectly fine. Alex: Sure. I sleep about ten hours a day. But
B: Why don't you get some medicine for it? I'm still tired.
You don't want it to get any worse. Luisa: That's too much. Getting too much sleep
A: I suppose. can make you feel tired. You should try
B: Better yet, I suggest seeing a doctor. You to sleep eight hours a day.
can't be too careful.
A: Do you think it was the contacts? LESSONll
B: Maybe. It's a good idea to wear your glasses
Conversation, Part A
for a while.
Rachel: I really need to get more exercise.
4. A: I need another aspirin. It's not going away. Peter: Me too. We could take classes at the
Actually, I think it's getting worse. sports center. There's racquetball, boxing,
B: That's not good. Why don't you put a cold swimming-
cloth on your forehead? Rachel: Oh, I wouldn't really like those. They
A: Good idea. seem like a lot of hard work .
B: And I'll turn off this light. The bright lights Peter: Well, how about a class in sining?
don't help. I'd love to try that!
A: Thanks. Rachel: Really? Why is that?
B: Why don't you go and lie down in bed? Peter: Because I'd learn something new. And I
A: OK. can do it with someone else.
B: And I'll check on you in a little while. Rachel: I think it would be boring. I'd like to try
something more relaxing, like tai chi.
LESSONlO
Listening, Part A and B
Conversation, Part A
1. I've always wanted to try this. This would be
Alex: I've been so tired lately. I never seem to
perfect for me because I love the water and like
have enough energy. Should I join a gym?
to be on my own a lot. I like it because you
Luisa: Gyms can be expensive. There are simple
don't need too much equipment, just a boat
ways to exercise at home.
and a paddle. I wouldn't want to go too far, at
Alex: Like what?
least until I build my upper body strength. And
Luisa: IfI were you,I'd climb the stairs or play co
I'd like to try it on a lake, not in the ocean. It
music. You should do something active that
looks like a very peaceful activity, if you know
you enjoy. Are you getting enough sleep?
what I mean.
Alex: Sure. I sleep about ten hours a day.
Luisa: That's too much. Getting too much sleep 2. I think this is a pretry common game, or I
can make you feel tired. You should try guess it's a sport, actually. My older brother
to sleep eight hours a day. plays a lot, but I've never tried it. I'm a very
competitive person, and this looks like non­
stop action. To be honest, I'd like to beat my

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brother! It also just looks fun, so I hope to try Doug: Um, is it OK if we watch something
it soon. My friend has a table at his house, so different? Tennis is kind of boring
maybe he'll let me play sometime. to watch.
Celine: Sure. Golf is more interesting than
3. I've wanted to try this for a long time. It looks tennis, don't you think?
so relaxing, but I'm sure it's hard work, too. Doug: Not really. I think golf is less interesting
There's a spores center in town with an indoor than tennis. I do like soccer. It's
swimming pool that offers classes three times my favorite.
a week. I don't chink I'd want to go that often, Celine: Mine too, but there are no soccer games
but maybe once or twice a week. None of my today. Say, do you want to go for a walk?
friends do this, so it might be a good way to I can use the exercise.
meet some new people. I'm not a very good
swimmer, but I don't think that matters.
LESSONS 9-12 ENGLISH IN ACTION
4. I would so love to do this. It goes back Eric: Help yourselves. Enjoy.
thousands of years, so there is an interesting Casey/Jill: Thank you. Thanks, Eric!
tradition around it. Of course, in the past it Eric: Thank you!
was hunting, but that doesn't interest me. I'd Jill: So, how did your doctor's
do it just with regular targets. I remember I appointment go last week?
saw it on TV at the Olympics Games a couple Eric: Oh, not so well, actually.
of years ago and found it fascinating. It doesn't Casey: That's too bad. Nothing serious,
look easy at all. I'd like to try it because I want I hope.
to get into something that requires discipline. Eric: Oh, no, nothing like that. I can't
sleep at night, and sometimes my
stomach hurts.
LESSON 12
Casey: Oh, no!
Conversation, Part A
Eric: It's OK. My doctor said I should
Celine: So, I just got this great new spores
change my diet.
channel. All sports, all the time.
Jill: Change your diet?
Doug: Cool. So, what should we watch?
Eric: Yeah, she said I should eat healthy. I
Celine: Let's see ... how about tennis?
think I eat pretty healthy.
Doug: Um, is it OK if we watch something
Jill: Um ... well, it's a not good idea to eat
different? Tennis is kind of boring
too much sugar.
to watch.
Eric: No, of course not. The doctor said
Celine: Sure. Golf is more interesting than
I should stop drinking coffee. But
tennis, don't you think?
I love coffee. It's been real hard. He
Doug: Not really. I think golf is less interesting
said I should also eat more vegetables.
than tennis. I do like soccer. It's
Casey: I can't see you as a vegetarian
my favorite.
somehow.
Celine: Mine too, but there are no soccer games
Eric: No, I don't have to give up meat, but
today. Say, do you want to go for a walk?
I should eat more vegetables.
Jill: I think you should exercise more.
Conversation, Part C
I exercise three times a week and I
Celine: So, I just got this great new sports
feel healthy.
channel. All sports, all the time.
Eric: Exercise? I bowl four times a week.
Doug: Cool. So, what should we watch?
Casey: Really? That's exercise.
Celine: Let's see ...how about tennis? I love
Eric: Yeah! I guess it is.
tennis.
Casey: Wow, you must be really good.
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 Eric: I beat all the other players! And I also LESSON14
box. Conversation, Part A
Jill: I didn't know that! Katy: I want to start my own business after
Eric: I box almost every day! I'm really I graduate.
good at it too. Boxing is definitely Raul: Really?
more fun than bowling. Katy: I just need to have some money to get
Casey: Wow, you're really athletic! started. And I need to have a fresh idea.
Eric: Yep. And I also play tennis. Raul: Do you have any ideas?
Casey/Jill: Tennis? Kacy: I'd like to sell healthy lunches to people
Eric: Yep. Tennis was more difficult to in offices, things like sandwiches
learn than boxing. Bue I win almost and salads.
every game now. You guys want co Raul: Do you think it would be difficult to
see me play? get started?
Jill: Like, right now? Katy: Well, I would need a good kitchen. But
Eric: Sure! I wouldn't have to have a car. I could use
a bicycle.
LESSON13 Raul: Good idea.
Conversation, Part A Katy: Say, I'm looking for a business partner.
Josh: So, how's school going? Are you interested?
Lily: Well, I'm getting mostly Xs and B's. Bue
I'm not doing so well in Portuguese. I'm Listening, Part A and B
not very good at languages, I guess. 1. First, I wane to thank your teacher, Mrs. Perez,
Josh: No one is good at every subject. for letting me talk to you today about being
Lily: I suppose. So, are your classes going OK? a model. Now, there are different types of
Josh: My accounting class is hard. I don't chink models. For example, there are fashion models
I'm very good with numbers. Bue my and print models. For any type of modeling,
literature teacher says I'm a good writer. you need to have clear skin and healthy hair.
Lily: You'd make a great journalist. You have to look healthy. Bue you don't have
Josh: As long as I don't write about numbers. to be chin to be a successful model. If we only
think of fashion modeling, yes, it's important.
Conversation, Part C But there are many models that we consider
Josh: So, how's school going? How are your plus size and these models are more typical of
grades? the average person. Finally, you don't have to
Lily: Well, I'm getting mostly Xs and B's. But have a college degree, but I encourage you all
I'm not doing so well in Portuguese. I'm to get a degree. A model's career can be short,
not very good at languages, I guess. and you will want to have another set of skills
Josh: No one is good at every subject. I to fall back on.
wouldn't worry.
2. Hi, everyone. I am a concierge. I work at
Lily: I suppose. So are your classes going OK?
a hotel, and I help guests. I make travel
Josh: My accounting class is hard. I don't think
arrangements, give advice on local restaurants,
I'm very good with numbers. But my
deliver messages-that kind of thing. So, if
literature teacher says I'm a good writer.
you're interested in a career as a concierge,
Lily: You'd make a great journalist.
what skills do you need to have? Well, you
Josh: As long as I don't write about numbers.
need to be friendly. No one wants to talk to
an unfriendly concierge! Also, you have to
know the area around the hotel or the city.
A concierge often gives directions. You don't
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 usually have to work late at night. That's all day. And I don't know the city very well.
another thing I like about the job---the hours. Luckily, with GPS it's very easy to take people
We mostly work during the day. That's when where they want to go. Most of my trips are
our guests need us most. Finally, you will short distances or to the airport. Some of the
notice I am wearing a uniform. You have to people I drive are really interesting.
wear a uniform of course, so if you don't want
to wear a uniform at your job, this isn't the job 2. I really like my job because I've always loved
for you. food. I'm learning a lot about how to make
some really great dishes in the kitchen. And
3. Hello. From what I am wearing, can anyone we get great food for free. That's the best
guess what my job is? No? Well, I'm an thing. It can get really stressful at times. But
architect. There are a lot of things that are the atmosphere is nice there, and I'm working
necessary if you wane to be an architect. We with a great group of people.
design buildings, so many people think we
don't need co know about interior design. 3. It's kind of a fun job if you enjoy selling
Noc true-we do. And another thing we need things. We have a great range of stuff in the
to be good at is math. So, if you want to be store, and I love seeing all the latest designs
an architect, keep taking those algebra and when they come in. However, I wish I had a
geometry classes. You also have co be able different boss. This guy is always bothering me
to work on a team. We work with all kinds to cry to get people to buy things. I prefer to
of people. Some think architects spend all let customers take their time. No one wants to
their time alone, and again this is not true. feel pressured, you know?
That's what I like about my job-working
4. I've always enjoyed working in a place like this.
with others. Now, an architect needs a lot
It's really popular with kids. They love to come
of education and yes, you need a license. It's
and look at what we have. They always want to
necessary since architects have to design safe
pick them up and play with chem, so it's kind
buildings for people to live and work in.
of fun. Especially, the baby ones. I love playing
with them, too. The only thing I don't like is
LESSON 15
that it takes me about two hours to get here. I
Conversation, Part A really should move and live closer to my work.
Ron: Hi, Keiko. Are you enjoying your
new job?
LESSON 16
Keiko: Yeah. So far so good. I get to meet lots
Conversation, Part A
of interesting people.
Manager: Hello. Java Coffee.
Ron: You're a concierge, right?
Evan: Hello. Can I speak to the manager,
Keiko: Yes. I work for the new hotel downtown.
please?
Ron: Do you get to use your language skills?
Manager: This is the manager.
Keiko: I do. I use both my French and English.
Evan: Oh, good afternoon. My name is
Ron: And how's the salary?
Evan Kincaid. I'm calling about the
Keiko: Well, I'm still in training, but I'll get a
server position you advertised. Is it
raise when I'm done.
still available?
Manager: It is. We haven't filled it yet.
Listening, Part A and B
Evan: Great! Can I ask-what arc the hours?
1. I thought I wouldn't enjoy the job when I first
Manager: You'd work on weekends only. !e's a
started. I don't really like working at night. But
part-time job.
I didn't have a choice since I'm one of the new
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 Evan: That's perfect. And what would my Casey: I would have to deal with angry
responsibilities be? people. I also would have to work late
Manager: Mostly serving coffee and some at night. Then I couldn't enjoy my
light cleaning. stay here.
Evan: OK. Do you require any previous Maria: P. nd tips aren't steady.
experience? Casey: Yes. That is true too.
Manager: Not at all. We provide all the training Maria: What about this? A fashion company
you need. Do you want to come in for is looking for a part-time assistant.
an interview? Tom: And they need someone to start
Evan: Yes! I can come in today! right away!
Casey: That sounds perfect!
Conversation, Part C Maria: You should call them.
Manager: Hello. Java Coffee. This is Susana. Casey: OK.
Evan: Hello. Can I speak to the Employee: Fashion INC.
manager, please? Casey: Hi! Could I speak to the manager?
Manager: This is the manager. Employee: This is the manager.
Evan: Oh, good afternoon. My name is Casey: My name is Casey. I was wondering
Evan Kincaid. I'm calling about the if the part-time assistant position was
server position you advertised. Is it still available.
still available? Employee: Yes. We haven't filled it yet.
Manager: It is. We haven't filled it yet. Casey: What sort of position is it?
Evan: Great! Can I ask-what are the hours? Employee: You would be helping around the
Also, which days is it? office.
Manager: You'd work on weekends only. It's a Casey: W hat are the hours?
part-time job. Employee: Four times a week from 9am to 2pm.
Evan: That's perfect. And what would my Casey: That's perfect.
responsibilities be? Employee: Why don't you come in for an
Manager: Mostly serving coffee and some interview?
light cleaning. Casey: Great!
Evan: OK. Do you require any previous [later that day... ]
experience? Casey: Hello. I'm here for the interview for
Manager: Not at all. We provide all the training the part-time assistant position. Can I
you need. Do you want to come in for speak to the manager?
an interview? Employee: Yes. You can.
Evan: Yes! I can come in today! Casey: Great!
Employee: What's your name?
LESSONS 13-16 ENGLISH IN ACTION Casey: My name is Casey!
Tom: Hi, guys. I heard you might be going Employee: Oh, Casey. Yes.
to Australia, Casey! Casey: It's great to meet you. I just want to
Casey: Yep. I'm looking for a part-time job tell you, I can write pretty well. I have
to save up. Maria is helping me. a fashion blog. I'm also really good
Maria: This company is looking for a with people. And as you can see, I'm
translator. good at fashion.
Casey: I don't speak any other languages. Employee: Sounds good.
Tom: I wouldn't recommend the job then. Casey: I'm also reliable and a hard worker. I
This coffee shop is looking for a can do a really good job.
server. Why not here? Employee: Sounds like you'd be a great assistant.
Casey: Really? When can I start?
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 Employee: Oh, I don't know. You have to 3. A: How do you spend your free time, Tim?
interview first. B: Oh, I'm really into photography. I love it.
Casey: This isn't the interview? A: Oh, yeah? What sort of things do you
Employee: No, let me call the manager... Hi, photograph?
Ben? This is Mike from downstairs. B: Mainly wildlife. I like to take photos
Casey is here to see you .. . of birds and animals, you know,
nature pictures.
LESSON 17 A: That's interesting.
Conversation, Part A B: I'm going to have a show at the public
A: So, how do you like it here so far, Steve? library next month.
B: It's great, Ann. I'm learning a lot. A: That's great! Make sure you let me know
A: Are you working tomorrow? when. I'd love to see it.
B: No, that's my day off.
A: Lucky you. What do you do in your free time? LESSON 18
B: I like to play sports. Conversation, Part A
A: Oh, yeah? That's interesting. What do Jeff: Hey Kirk, do you have plans for
you play? Friday night?
B: Soccer, basketball, baseball, hockey, tennis ... Kirk: Friday night? I don't think so. Why?
Jeff: Do you want to see a movie?
Listening, Part A and B Kirk: Sure, I'd l<;>ve to. What's playing?
1. A: So, what do you like to do in your free Jeff: Free Fall is playing at the theater.
time, Paul? Kirk: Great! I love action movies. When do
B: Well, actually I love to cook. you want to meet?
A: Cooking? Really? Jeff: How about at 7 p.m., in front of
B: Yeah. I like it a lot. the theater?
A: So, what kinds of things do you like Kirk: OK. And let's get some pizza after
to cook? the movie.
B: It depends. Usually, I just look for Jeff: Sounds good. See you then!
interesting recipes on the Internet, and I try
them out. Conversation, Part C
A: Do you ever cook for your friends? Jeff: Hey Kirk, do you have plans for
B: No, I just cook for myself. Friday night?
A: Oh. Kirk: Friday night? I don't think so. Why?
Jeff: Do you want to see a movie?
2. A: Do you have any hobbies, Anna? Kirk: Sure, I'd love to. What's playing?
B: Hobbies? Well not exactly, but I like music. Jeff: Free Fall is playing at the theater. I heard
I play the guitar. I often play down at the it's good.
mall on weekends. Kirk: Great! I love action movies. When do
A: Really? you want to meet?
B: Yeah, I usually set up outside in front of Jeff: How about at 7 p.m., in front of
the entrance. I put a hat down in front of the theater?
me. People often leave me a dollar or two if Kirk: OK. And let's get some pizza after the
they like my music. movie. I know a great place.
A: Cool. So, do you make much? Jeff: Sounds good. See you then!
B: Well, on a good day I can make
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LESSON19 B: Sure.
Conversation, Part A A: But we should go now. T hey get pretty
Beth: Hello? crowded at lunchtime.
Chen: Beth? Hi, it's Chen.
3. A: Are you doing anything later?
Beth: Hi! How's everything?
B: Not really.
Chen: Great. Listen, would you like to go to the
A: Do you want to see Finders Keepers?
museum later?
B: I'd love to! Where's it playing? At
Beth: I'm sorry, but I can't.
the theater?
Chen: Really? Why not?
A: Actually, it's not playing anywhere. But I
Beth: I have to go to work. Do you want to go
have it on DVD.
tomorrow? I'm off then.
B: Oh, it's out already?
Chen: I'd love to, but I can't. I'm going to the
A: Yeah. Do you want to come over and
mall with my brother.
watch it?
Beth: Oh, I see... what about the weekend?
B: Yeah, sure!
Chen: I can go Saturday.
Beth: Me too!
4. A: Hello.
Chen: Sounds good. Let's grab a bite before
B: Jess? It's me, Parker.
we go.
A: Hey, Parker.
Beth: 0 K! Sounds perfect.
B: Listen, I'm going to Southland to do some
Chen: See you soon!
shopping. Do you wanna go?
A: Southland? On a Saturday afternoon?
Listening, Part A and B
B: Why not? All the stores are having
1. A: Hey, Meg. What are you doing?
sales today.
B: Oh, I just came from the mall. Look what
A: No, I don't think so. But thanks for asking.
I got.
I need to clean my room anyway.
A: Nice! Have you played it yet?
B: Are you sure? It'll be fun.
B: No, of course not. I just bought it. Have
A: You can have fun for both of us.
you played it before?
A: No, but it looks fun.
B: Say, do you want to come over and try LESSON 20
it out? Conversation, Part A
A: Now? Michelle: Hey, Lisa. Are you there yet?
B: Sure. Lisa: Yes. Where are you?
A: I'd love to, but I can't. I have to go to Michelle: I'm really sorry. I'm still on the bus. I
work soon. ran an errand.
B: Too bad. Lisa: OK. Sam isn't here yec either. I low
A: Let me know how you like it. long will you be?
Michelle: Not sure. Maybe 10 minutes.
2. A: How was your class? Lisa: OK. Hurry! Or we'll miss the movie.
B: Good. How was yours? Michelle: I'll be there soon!
A: Interesting.
B: What are you doing now? Conversation, Part C
A: I'm going to Mickey's. I'm kind of hungry. Michelle: Hey, Lisa. Are you there yet?
B: I've heard of that place. Is it any good? Lisa:_ Yes. Where are you?
A: Yeah. Everything is cheap, and it's fast. I Michelle: I'm really sorry. I'm still on the bus. I
have another class later, so I just want a ran an errand. I had to go to the bank.
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 Lisa: OK. Sam isn't here yet either. How LESSON 21
long wil.l you be? Will you be long? Conversation, Part A
Michelle: Not sure. Maybe 10 minutes. Mark: So, where did you go for vacation?
Lisa: OK. Hurry! Or we'll miss the movie. Reiko: I went to Hong Kong.
Michelle: I'll be there soon! Mark: Wow! W ho did you go with? Did you
go alone?
LESSONS 17-20 ENGLISH IN ACTION Reiko: No, I traveled with my sister.
Eric: Oh, good! You're here. Mark: How fun! And what did you do there?
Casey: Hi. I don't know where Jill is. She Did you go to Victoria Peak?
said she was coming. Reiko: Yeah, we also took a city tour. I took a lot
Eric: I'm sure she'll be here shortly. of photos.
Casey: So, what do you like to do in your Mark: I can't wait to see them. Did you go to
free time, Eric? Hong Kong Disneyland?
Eric: I like to study ... and exercise! Reiko: We did. It's small, but it's nice. Oh, and I
Casey: Right. I remember ... you play went shopping.
tennis, bowl, and box. Mark: Of course. And what did you buy me?
Eric: I am thinking of maybe starting
baseball too! Conversation, Part C
Casey: Outside? Mark: So, where did you go for vacation?
Eric: Of course. Reiko: I went to Hong Kong. It was a lot of fun.
Casey: I mean in the park, with a team. Mark: Wow! W ho did you go with? Did you
Eric: No. But with video games, You can go alone?
play anywhere. Even the park! It's Reiko: No, I traveled with my sister. It was her
almost the same thing. second time there.
Casey: I don't think it is. Mark: How fun! And what did you do there?
Eric: Hi Maria! Have you seen Jill? Did you go to Victoria Peak?
Maria: Yep! She said she was on her Reiko: Yeah, we also took a city tour. I took a lot
way down. of photos.
Eric: Hey, we're going to a movie. Mark: I can't wait to see them. Did you go to
Do you want to join us? Hong Kong Disneyland?
Maria: I'd love to, but I can't. I have Reiko: We did. It's small, but it's nice. Oh, and I
plans tonight. went shopping.
Eric: Too bad. Maybe next time? Mark: Of course. And what did you buy me?
Maria: Next time. Bye.
Casey/Eric: Bye! See ya. LESSON 22
Eric: We're going to be late. Conversation, Part A
Casey: We have some time. We should Annie: So Jill, I have my plane ticket to Munich.
be OK. I just need to decide what to do there.
Jill: Sorry guys! I'm so sorry. I know, I'm Jill: Maybe I can help, Annie. Do you prefer
late. I know. I, um, had to walk the traveling alone or in a group?
dog. Annie: I prefer traveling in a group. I usually
Casey/Eric: You don't have a dog. have more fun with other people.
Jill: Right. I, um ...the traffic is just Jill: And which would you prefer-staying in
awful. hostels or staying in hotels?
Eric: What? You live right upstairs. Annie: I'd prefer staying in hostels. It's easier to
Jill: I know! So we should really get going meet people in hostels.
or we'll be late! Jill: T hat's true. And would you rather travel
by bus or train?
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Annie: I'd rather travel by train. LESSON 23
Jill: OK. T hen how about this six-day train Conversation, Part A
tour of Bavaria? Each night you have a Teresa: Did you pack everything you need?
choice of a hotel or a hostel. Miguel: Uh-huh. I just need to buy a travel pillow
at the airport.
Listening, Part A and B Teresa: So, this is your first overseas trip and
A: So, we need to decide on our trip. We've talked your first flight! Are you nervous?
about a lot of options. Miguel: Not at all.
B: I agree. It's decision time. Teresa: Remember, you're not allowed to take
A: OK. We've decided not to do a camping liquids on the plane.
trip. And we're not interested in a spa resort Miguel: Really? OK. I hope I didn't forget
vacation or a cruise. So, it's a choice between a anything.
backpacking trip and an eco-tour. Teresa: You must take your passport!
B: I'd prefer go on a backpacking trip. Miguel: Oh, of course. I guess I am a little
A: Oh, good. Me too. I'd rather be flexible. You nervous!
know-we can then do what we want.
B: I agree. We need to be flexible. An eco-tour Conversation, Part C
would be interesting, but maybe another time. Teresa: Did you pack everything you need?
A: So, that's good. Now how would you prefer Miguel: Uh-huh. I just need to buy a travel pillow
traveling? We can go by bus or by train. T he at the airport.
bus is cheaper and goes to more places. What Teresa: So, this is your first overseas trip and
do you think? your first flight! Are you nervous?
B: I'd prefer traveling by train, if that's OK. Miguel: Not at all.
A: I feel the same way. Trains are more Teresa: Remember, you're not allowed to take
interesting, I think. liquids on the plane.
B: We should look into a train pass. Miguel: Really? OK. I hope I didn't forget
A: Good idea. But let's decide where we will stay. anything. Oh, I should get going!
B: Which would you prefer-staying in hotels Teresa: You must take your passport! You need it
or hostels? to get on the plane.
A: Definitely hostels. I want to save money. Miguel: Oh, of course. I guess I am a little
B: So do I. T hen we can spend it on other things. nervous!
A: Exactly. And what about meals?
B: T here will be a lot of restaurants to choose LESSON 24
from. But you know, I'd like to eat street food. Conversation, Part A
A: Do you think it's safe? Tourist: Hello. How much is a one-way ticker to
B: Sure. We'll just need to choose carefully. New York Ciry?
A: Why do you prefer street food? To save Agent: It's $86.50.
money? Tourist: And when is the next train?
B: No, I just prefer trying local foods. Agent: It leaves at 7: 15 p.m. T hat's the last train
A: Me too. of the day.
B: So, we decided the big things. I think we'll Tourist: OK. How long does it take to get there?
make great travel partners. Agent: About three hours. It arrives at
A: I think so, too. We're both looking for the 10:20 p.m.
same rype of trip. But there's one thing we Tourist: And where does it depart from?
haven't decided yet. Agent: Platform four. Would you like a ticket?
B: What's that? T he train is leaving soon.
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 Listening, Part A and B Tom: I'm crocodile Tom and this is Tommy.
1. A: Next please. We're taking a trip to Tom's travels in
B: Hi. How much is a one-way ticket to Paris? Australia. I brought photos for you!
For the next train? Casey: I didn't know you went to Australia!
A: A single-or one-way ticket-is 58 Tom: I was there last year.
pounds. It leaves at 4:10 p.m. Casey: How long were you there? Did you travel
B: OK I'll take it. How long is the trip? alone?
A: Three hours. Tom: I was there about two weeks. My cousin
B: And do I leave from this station? lives there. I have friends in Sydney, so
A: Oh, no. You depart from Waterloo Station. they showed me around.
B: Do I have enough time to get there? Casey: What places did you visit?
A: Oh, yes. Ir's only four stops away. Here's Tom: I started in Melbourne. That's where my
your ticket. cousin lives. We went to an amazing old
B: Thank you. market there-Queens Victoria Market.
They had all sorts of stuffi
2. A: Here you go. Casey: Oh, wow! That looks great. How was the
B: Thank you. Any bags? weather there? Was it cold?
A: No, I'm just carrying this. Tom: Yeah, it was a little cool there, so you
B: Just a moment ...oh, no. I see the flight is need to take a jacket. Then I went to
going to leave late. Sydney. Look here. You have to take a
A: How late? boat trip to the harbor.
B: Only one hour. You will leave from Ca.sey: That looks nice.
Gate 16. Tom: After that I went to the Gold Coast.
A: I have to transfer in Mexico City. That's north of Sydney. There are
B: Yes, you will still make your connection. beautiful beaches there.
A: Oh, good. Well, thank you very much. Casey: Wow. It almost looks like real gold. Did
B: Excuse me. Don't forget your you get around by bus?
boarding pass. Tom: No. Actually, I prefer traveling by
plane. Australia is a huge country so
3. A: Can I help you?
bus trips take too long. By bus, it takes
B: Yes. One ticket to Ottawa, please. One-way.
about ...eight hours to get to Sydney
A: OK. Are you leaving today?
from Melbourne.
B: No. It's for August 30'h. I'd like to leave
Casey: Oh yeah. That's long. So what else did
after 6:00 p.m.
you do?
A: Because it's more than 21 days away,
Tom: I went up the coast and went scuba
you can get a discount. The fare is $47.
diving in the Great Barrier Reef. You
Canadian dollars, of course.
must go there!
B: Great.
Casey: Absolutely!
A: The bus leaves Toronto at 6:30 p.m. and
Tom: Oh, and this was the best part of the
arrives at 11:55 the same evening.
trip. I went to the most amazing park-
B: That's fine. Do you know the platform?
Kakadu National Park.
A: Um ...no. That's a month away. I suggest
Casey: That's gorgeous.
you check the board that day.
Tom: You can camp there, go hiking, and even
B: Of course. Thanks very much.
make new friends! Casey? Can do me a
favor while you're in Australia?
LESSONS 21-24 ENGLISH IN ACTION Casey: Yeah. Sure. What is it?
Tom: Good day, mate! Tom: Well, I made a cool friend at Kakadu
Casey: Tom? Why are you dressed like that? National Park. Will you say hi?
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Casey: Sure. How will I find your friend? Do Susan: How interesting! Is there a traditional
you have an e-mail address? outfit for women as well?
Tom: No, but he lives at the park. Take this. Calum: Yes. Women normally wear longer skirts.
Casey: Tom! Bue when they play , they may wear
Tom: W hat? kilts. I chink there will be a women's
Casey: T hat's a crocodile! play performance later.
Tom: His name's Tommy. I named this after
him. Please say hi! LESSON26
Conversation
LESSON25 Tom: Ana, I really want a new jacket. W hat do
Conversation, Part A you think? Is it me?
Susan: T he music is great, and I love your Ana: Not really, Tom. I would get something
clothes. Are they traditional? more practical. And the quality is poor.
Calum: Oh, yes. You probably know this-it's Tom: Yeah, you're right. Do you think this design
called a kilt. is nice?
Susan: Yeah. I've seen them in pictures. Is it a Ana: Um ...a different design might be better.
kind of skirt? Tom: How about this one?
Calum: Well, Scottish men don't really call Ana: Honestly, you might want to try a different
it a skirt. People usually wear it on color. T hat one doesn't really suit you.
special occasions. Tom: Really?
Susan: I see. I love the pattern. Ana: T his one will look better on you.
Calum: The pattern is plaid. Scotland is famous Tom: I have chat exact jacket at home. You're
for them. The pattern can tell you what picky, but you have good taste!
family someone is from.
Susan: How interesting! Is there a traditional Listening, Part A and B
outfit for women as well? 1. A: I just can't find anything I like today.
Calum: Yes. Women normally wear longer skirts. B: Let's keep looking. I'm sure we can find
Bue when they play , they may wear something.
kilts. I think there will be a women's A: Hey, look at these. These are nice. Oh, and
play performance later. look-a brand name. You know how I like
brand name clothes.
Conversation, Part C B: Do I ever! Are they long enough?
Susan: The music is great, and I love your A: Yeah. So, what do you think?
clothes. Are they traditional? B: Well, the quality looks good, but I would
Calum: Oh, yes. You probably know this-it's get a different color.
called a kilt. Have you heard of it? A: Really?
Susan: Yeah. I've seen them in pictures. Is it a B: Yeah, I'm not sure it's your best color. It
kind of skirt? will be hard to match shoes to that color.
Calum: Well, Scottish men don't really call it a
skirt. People usually wear it on special 2. A: Hey, come over here.
occasions. T hey don't wear it every day. B: Yeah?
Susan: I see. I love the pattern. A: Look at this. Isn't it cool?
Calum: The pattern is plaid. Scotland is famous B: Yeah. The dark color looks great on you.
for them. The pattern can tell you what Does it fit?
family someone is from. A: Perfectly. It's warm, too.
B: I love the design.
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 B: How much is it? Jake: Sure.
A: It's um ...oh, my. Ben: Would you get some pillows for the sofa?
B: Wow! Thar's a lot of money. Jake: No problem. Do you want any
A: I know. I could charge it. particular color?
B: You know, a cheaper one might be better. Ben: How about green?
Let's keep looking. Jake: Sure. Anything else?
Ben: Would you mind picking up a mirror, too?
3. A: I really want something to go with my new Jake: Not at all. Do we need anything else?
pants. Please help. Ben: Actually ...can you pick up some food? Our
B: OK, just relax. fridge is empty.
A: What about this?
B: It's nice. I like the design a lot. And the Conversation, Part C
colors, too. Bue. .. Jake: Hello.
A: Buc what? Ben: Hi, Jake. It's me, Ben. Are you still at the
B: le looks cheap. The material looks cheap. home decor store?
A: You chink so? Jake: Yeah, I just found the lamp we looked
B: Yeah. I think that's why it's not so at online. It will look great in our new
expensive. You might want to look at apartment. And it's on sale.
brand names. Ben: Oh, good. Listen, can you do me a favor?
A: Brand names? Bue they're too expensive. Jake: Sure. What do you need?
B: Not always. Let's see if there's anything Ben: Would you get some pillows for the sofa?
on sale. Jake: No problem. Do you wane any
particular color?
4. A: Come over here. There are some
Ben: How about green
great deals.
Jake: Sure. Anything else?
B: Hm ...do you see anything you like?
Ben: Would you mind picking up a mirror, too?
A: How about these? They're 40% off. W hat a
Jake: Not at all. Do we need anything else?
bargain.
Ben: Actually ... can you pick up some food? Our
B: Bue do you like them?
fridge is empty.
A: Well, I like the price.
B: Maybe, you could find a different design.
A: Yeah, you're right. A different design would LESSON 28
be better. Conversation
B: They're a good value for the money, but Dave: Hi, Helena. Are you busy?
will you wear them? Helena: Noc really. W hat you are doing?
A: Maybe not. They would probably just sit Dave: I'm playing with my new tablet. I just
on the floor of my closet. Hey! Look here. got it.
These are 50% offi Helena: I need to get one of those. They're so cool
looking. W hat do you use it for?
LESSON 27 Dave: Lots of things. I mostly use it to store
photos and watch movies. It's so much
Conversation, Part A
better than my phone.
Jake: Hello.
Helena: W hat is its most interesting feature?
Ben: Hi, Jake. It's me, Ben. Are you still at the
Dave: The most useful feature is probably
home decor store?
the editing software. I can use it for
Jake: Yeah, I just found the lamp we looked
recording, editing, and sharing my
at online. It will look great in our new
own music.
apartment.
Helena: How fun!
Ben: Oh, good. Listen, can you do me a favor?
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Listening, Part B LESSONS 25-28 ENGLISH IN ACTION
1. This the perfect item for the musician Jill: That's all you're packing?
"wannabe" in all of us. Some of us play Casey: Yes. I prefer to pack light.
a musical instrument, but it's not always Jill: OK. What do people usually wear in
practical to carry it around with us. Well, that Australia?
problem is now solved with the Electric Guitar Tom: It depends. Students generally wear
Bag. This unique bag combines a normal bag T-shirts and jeans, if it's warm.
with an actual guitar. You can use it to carry Casey: In that case, I think I have all the clothes
a laptop, or use it to relax and relieve stress. I'll need.
If you're feeling stressed, just rock out and Jill: It might get cold there.
you'll feel better in no time! Order now for Casey: But it will be summer.
just $49.99. Jill: Still. You never know. I have a thick
sweater. You can borrow mine.
2. Do you like Asian food, but find you aren't so Casey: OK. Thanks, Jill.
good with chopsticks? Do you get embarrassed Tom: Do you have boots for hiking?
when you have to ask for a fork in a Chinese Casey: I don't know if I 'll go hiking. But I do
or Japanese restaurant? Well, let these five have boots!
pandas in the Panda Chopsticks Kit help you. Casey: What do think? Isn't the design nice?
They are small, plastic, and slippery, so you Tom: I would get something more practical.
get lots of practice trying to pick them up with Jill: I have great hiking boots.
your chopsticks. Use the chopsticks to place Casey: Would you mind if I borrowed them?
them in different positions. Just remember not Jill: Not at all! Let me get everything.
to eat the pandas. Each set costs $24. Casey: I don't know if I'll have room.
Eric: Hi guys! What are you doing?
3. Five plus five equals 20, right? If you said
Tom: We're helping Casey pack.
wrong, you are right. With the Wrongulator
Eric: Sounds like fun! Do you have a book to
calculator five plus five might equal 20, 12,
read for the plane?
or 200-anything, but the correct answer of
Casey: No ...but I have my tablet. I use it to play
ten. Whatever you put into the Wrongulator
games, watch movies, read books ...Just
is guaranteed to produce a wrong answer. You
about everything!
can't use it to get a correct answer, so what
Eric: What if the battery runs out?
would you use this for? Most people just use
Casey: Well...
it to play cricks on people-to have a laugh.
Eric: See? Then you won't have anything to do.
They may give it as a gift to someone in their
Don't worry! I have lots of books you can
office. The cost? Only $7.
borrow.
4. Here's something for rhe person who has Casey: OK ...
everything-a Clone Doll. Get a perfect Eric: I'll go get them.
likeness of yourself. The company that makes Tom: OK. And I have some things you will
these dolls rakes a photo of you in 3D and definitely need including-a first-aid kit.
produces a doll head of you. The process Casey: Right ...
is not difficult thanks to 3D scanners and Jill: Here Casey!
printers. The doll head is then attached to Casey: Oh! It will be warm there. I don't think I
a variety of doll bodies. Now, what in the need all of this.
world are these used for? The most popular Jill: Of course you do!
use is for weddings. Bur ir seems some people Casey: OK, thanks Jill.
like to use the dolls to scare others! Each doll Eric: Hey Casey! You're going ro love these
costs $1,800. books! And I found something else you
might need!
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 Casey: Huh? Jason: You have? You weren't confused?
Eric: T hese books are great! And you'll need Maria: No. I thought it was difficult but not
the snorkel and flippers when you go in confusing.
the water. Jason: Well maybe you can explain it to me.
Casey: Geez. T hanks Eric. Maria: Of course. So, what part exactly?
Eric: No problem!
Tom: Hey Casey. Lucky you! I found 3. Jason: Can you hand me the remote control?
everything! Maria: Why? I thought you liked soccer.
Casey: Oh! Oh, boy. Jason: I love soccer, but I don't think this
match is very exciting. Nothing is
happening.
LESSON 29
Maria: But someone will probably score after
Conversation, Part A
you change the channel.
Angela: Let's pause the movie and get a snack.
Jason: What do you think of this match?
Isn't the movie exciting, Sonya?
Maria: It's not exciting, but there isn't
Sonya: Not really. I think it's boring. I feel like
anything else on. Why don't we watch
the acting isn't very good.
a little more?
Angela: Really?
Jason: OK. But I 'm getting a snack.
Sonya: Yeah, and to me, the story is kind of
confusing.
Angela: I like it actually. In my opinion, the story LESSON30
is excellent. Conversation, Part A
Sonya: If you ask me, the story could be better. Zack: Hi Caitlin. It's Zack. Listen, I don't mean
Angela: T hen why don't we watch something to gossip, but did you hear that Joey and
else? I can finish this movie later. Mike got into an argument?
Sonya: No, no, that's fine. I do want to see how Caitlin: I just heard. Our two best friends ...
it ends. Zack: I don't really know what happened. To
me, they just stopped communicating.
Listening, Part A and B Caitlin: I think so, too. But I feel it's probably
1. Maria: Hey, Jason? Have you read this? more than that. I think Mike sometimes
Jason: Let's see ...oh, The Case of the Missing argued with Joey and that bothered him.
Briefcase. Yeah. Zack: I 'm not sure I really agree. I've seen Joey
Maria: What did you think of it? judging Mike.
Jason: It's one of my favorite books. A real Caitlin: I just hope they make up or at least
page-turner. stay friends.
Maria: Are you serious? Zade I feel the same way. Let's be sure to be
Jason: Yeah. I found the story very interesting. there for them.
I take it you didn't like it?
Maria: Not at all. I thought it was really, Conversation, Part C
really boring. Zack: Hi, Caitlin. It's Zack. Listen, I don't
Jason: Huh. I guess you won't go see the mean to gossip, but did you hear that
movie next year then. Joey and Mike got into an argument?
Maria: No way. Caitlin: I just heard. Our two best friends ...I feel
so bad for them.
2. Jason: Can you help me? Zack: I don't really know what happened. To
Maria: With what? me, they just stopped communicating.
Jason: Today's homework. I'm finding the Caitlin: I think so, too. But I feel it's probably
assignment confusing. more than that. I think Mike sometimes
Maria: Really? I've already finished it. argued with Joey and that bothered him.
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judging Mike. That wasn't nice. on them. She won't be happy with me at all.
Caitlin: I just hope they make up or at least stay What should I do?
friends.
Zack: I feel the same way. Let's be sure to be 4. I ran into an old friend of mine at the train
there for them. station the other day. The last time I saw her
was two years ago. She looked great, and we're
LESSON 31 going to get together again for coffee this
week. The only thing was that when I first ran
Conversation, Part A
into her, I couldn't remember her name. Has
Kevin: I am so embarrassed.
that ever happened to you? Luckily, I don't
Amy: Why? What happened?
think she noticed.
Kevin: I thought Sandra's birthday was on Sunday
night. But it was on Saturday night.
LESSON 32
Amy: Oh, no. So, you missed it?
Kevin: What do you think I should do? Conversation, Part A
Amy: I 'd just be honest. And definitely Walt: I heard something interesting on the news
apologize. I 'd make sure to get her a last night before I went to bed.
birthday present, too! Tara: Oh, yeah? What's that?
Kevin: What time does the mall close? Walt: It was a story about a woman who gave
away several million dollars. It was money
Listening, Part A and B she inherited from an aunt.
1. I got home a little late last night. It was Tara: Wow! What did she do with it?
actually my birthday, but I was too busy at Walt: She was watching a TV show about needy
work to plan anything. My friend borrowed families. After watching the show, she
my apartment key yesterday morning. He decided to give all the money away.
said he'd left something there a few days ago, Tara: Amazing.
and wanted to pick it up. Anyway, when I Walt: Next, she set up a scholarship program
got home the place was totally dark. When to pay for the education of hundreds of
I turned on the light, a whole bunch of my motivated high school kids. Then she
friends were there and they all shouted, decided to pay for their college tuition, too.
"Surprise! Happy birthday!" Tara: That's fantastic. She must be really
generous!
2. Some new people moved into the apartment
next door to me a few weeks ago. I haven't Conversation, Part C
met them yet, and I never see them anywhere Walt: I heard something interesting on the news
around the apartment building. But late last night before I went to bed.
at night I hear some strange noises coming Tara: Oh, yeah? What's that?
from their apartment. It sounds like they're Walt: It was a story about a woman who gave
making something. Sometimes, I hear a sound away several million dollars. It was money
as if someone is playing a strange musical she inherited from an aunt.
instrument. What would you do if you were me? Tara: Wow! What did she do with it?
Walt: She was watching a TV show about needy
3. I borrowed a book from a friend a few weeks families. After watching the show, she
ago_. It was a book her mother gave her, and decided to give all the money away. Can
I know she really liked it. Unfortunately, I you believe that?
spilled some coffee on it. I tried to clean it up, Tara: Amazing.

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 Walt: Next, she set up a scholarship program Casey: Around 3,000 U.S. dollars. What
to pay for the education of hundreds of would you do if you found all char
motivated high school kids. Then she money?
decided to pay for their college tuition, too. Tom: Wow.
What a generous person! Jill: T hat's a lot of money.
Tara: T hat's fantastic. She must be really Maria: If I were you, I'd give ir to the police.
generous. Tom: I'm not sure I agree. You could stay
at a nicer hotel!
LESSONS 29-32 ENGLISH IN ACTION Jill: I don't know what I would do.
Casey: Hello? Hello? Can you hear me? Eric: I would be honest and give it ro
Jill/Maria/: Hi Casey!! the police.
Tom Maria: I feel exactly the same way.
Casey: Hi everyone! Casey: OK. So, guess what I did?
Jill: How do you like Sydney? Jill: You kept it!
Casey: I love it! I think it's an amazing city. Tom: You spent it!
Everyone is really nice and the city is Casey: Nope. I did what Eric and Maria
just beautiful. would do and gave it to the police.
Tom: Did you go to Kakadu National Park And guess that?
yet? Jill/Tom/: What?
Casey: Not yet. I just got here. Eric/Maria
Maria: How's the weather? Casey: As soon as I turned it in, the man
Casey: It's warm during the day and colder who lost the wallet contacted me!
at night. But I have lots of sweaters, It turns out that he owns one of rhe
thanks to Jill. best hotels in Sydney!
Jill: Yay! Tom: No way!
Casey: I have to cell you guys something Casey: Yes way! So I get to stay for free!
that happened. Eric: Thar's awesome!
Maria: What happened? Tom: Wow!
Eric: TelJ us! Maria: See, it pays to be honest.
Tom: What? Casey: I have to go, I have a tour, but I'll see
Jill: Sure! you guys again soon!
Casey: Before I got to my hotel, I was really Eric/Tom: Bye Casey!
excited. But when I got to my hotel, Maria: Travel safe!
I felt awful! It was nothing like Jill: Be careful!
the pictures. Tom: Can I see Tommy?
Jill: Oh no! Casey: Bye guys!
Casey: I complained, but they wouldn't give Eric/Tom/: Bye!
Maria/Jill
me my money back.
Maria: That's terrible.
Casey: After that I left to find another hotel.
I was walking around when I noticed
something.
Tom: What? What?
Casey: I found a wallet. There was a lot of
money in it, but no ID.
Eric: How much was it?

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family life e-mails buffet restaurant
hobbies engaged cafe
home life games cafeteria
interests hiking fast-food restaurant
marriage homework fine dining restaurant
money job food cart
personal problems married food court
relationships pet snack bar
school grades singing
social networks LESSON 8
LESSON 2 swimming appetizers
age taxi apple pie
build texts chocolate cake
elderly wedding desserts
good-looking yoga French fries
handsome fried chicken
heavy LESSON 5 main dishes
height American mashed potatoes
looks Brazilian shrimp cocktail
middle-aged Chinese side dishes
pretty Indian spinach dip
short Italian spring rolls
tall Japanese steak
chin Korean steamed rice
young Mexican vanilla ice cream
Moroccan vegetable lasagna
LESSON 3 T hai
confident Turkish LESSON9
creative Vietnamese cold
forgetful cough
funny LESSON 6 dry skin
impatient bake fever
outgoing boil flu
cake gee rest
LESSON 4 fish headache
aerobics frozen dinner ignore the problem
fry see a doctor
basketball
blog grill sore back
bowling meat sore throat
bus microwave stay in bed
busy noodles stomachache
steam rake some medicine
diary
vegetables

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climb stairs
dance to music
do chores
journalist
nurse
professor
psychologist
read
shop
sleep in
watch TV
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follow a workout video science

jump up and down surgeon LESSON18
play an active video game action
rearrange the furniture LESSON14 animated
ride a bike cashier comedy
walk around the neighborhood chef historical drama
doctor horror
LESSON11 fire fighter romantic comedy
activity flight attendant science fiction
bowling pilot thriller
calories burned police officer
ice skating pop singer LESSON19
racquetball server beach
running bookstore
skiing LESSON15 coffee shop
swimming blogger libr ary
tae kwon do doesn't need a car mall
tai chi film director movie theater
walking flight attendant museum
gets long vacations park
homemaker pool
LESSON12 makes good money theme park
baseball stands all day
basketball travels for free LESSON20
bowling works on weekends broke down
boxing couldn't find
cycling LESSON16 lost track
fishing a company's reputation needed to
hockey benefits ral} into
indoor sports colleagues stu�k in
outdoor sports hours
tennis location LESSON21
volleyball responsibilities go shopping
salary go to museums
LESSON13 size of the company go to the �eatre
arts see historical sights
biologist LESSON17 see sporting events
education chat online take photos
fashion designer listen to music take tours
graphic designer play sports try local food
health play video games visit markets

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adventure holiday skirt apologize
backpacking trip suit argue
bus tour T-shirt communicate
camping trip uniform forgive
cruise gossip
spa resort LESSON 26 judge
brand lie
LESSON23 color
electricity adaptor comfort LESSON31
first-aid kit design annoyed
hair dryer material concerned
lock price embarrassed
medicine quality nervous
passport value puzzled
portable stove thrilled
travel pillow LESSON27 upset
candle worried
LESSON24 clock
airport curtains LESSON32
arrive lamp ambitious
boarding pass mirror competitive
depart picture generous
fare pillow honest
first class rug loyal
flight vase modest
gate motivated
luggage LESSON28 sincere
one-way check the weather
platform get directions
price play games
round trip read books
station send e-mails
subway store photos
terminal video chat
ticket watch movies
train

LESSON29
LESSON25 bored/boring
dress confused/confusing
dress shirt excited/exciting
jeans frustrated/frustrating
running shoes interested/interesting
sandals
scarf

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