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UNIT 1 Radio Host: You’re listening to station WBEE. We’re talking
to our listeners about the new action movie
A: We have to decide who will go on the tourists’ adventure. Action Master. So, tell us, Scott, what did you
Our final choices are Angie, Jonathan, and Karen. Let’s talk think of the movie?
about their experiences. Who has traveled a lot? Scott: Not much. There wasn’t enough action.
B: Well, Jonathan loves to go sightseeing. He went to New It was boring.
York last week. Radio Host: OK. And, Billy, what’s your opinion?
C: And Angie has taken a lot of tours. She took a tour of the Billy: Well, I usually don’t like action movies, but this one
Tower of London last month. She’s been to the pyramids wasn’t too violent. Actually, it was kind of exciting . . .
in Egypt and to the top of the Eiffel Tower. Radio Host: Great! And, Kristen, how about you?
A: So, Angie really loves to travel and take tours. OK, what Kristen: I love action movies. Action Master was great!
about outdoor tourist activities? For example, who has Radio Host: And Jessica?
climbed a mountain? Jessica: I can’t stand action movies. This movie was weird.
C: Karen climbed Mt. McKinley last year. Radio Host: And last, Alan. What did you think?
A: Has Jonathan climbed a mountain, too? Alan: I would rather see a comedy.
C: I don’t think so. Radio Host: Well, there you have our listeners’ opinions of
A: OK. We want a lot of pictures from this trip. Who’s taken Action Master. Now we have to take a break . . .
some great pictures?
B: Jonathan has. He’s taken pictures all over the world.
UNIT 3
A: Sounds good. And food? Who has tried a lot of
different things? A: Hello. Lexington Hotel.
C: Jonathan has tried everything—octopus, frogs’ legs, B: Hi. I’d like to speak to a guest named John Brant please.
even snake! A: Could you spell the last name?
A: Who knows about customs in different countries? B: B-R-A-N-T.
B: I know Karen has lived in different places. Sometimes she A: One moment . . . I’m sorry, ma’am. There’s no answer.
kisses people to greet them and sometimes she shakes Would you like to leave a message?
people’s hands. B: Yes. Please tell him that Anne Stevens called.
C: Angie has worked in different countries, so she knows A: That’s S-T-E . . . ?
customs about exchanging business cards in lots of places. B: S-T-E-V-E-N-S. Please tell him that I’ll meet him at 5:30 in
A: OK, and what about . . . the business center.
A: 5:30 in the business center?
UNIT 2 B: That’s right. Thanks.
Example: A: Hi. Have you been here long?
B: No, just a few minutes.
A: Hello. Front desk.
A: Sorry. I couldn’t find a parking space.
B: Hi. I’m calling from room 473.
1. A: I’m sorry I’m late! I missed the bus. And now I have A: Hello, Mr. Jenkins. How can I help you?
a meeting . . . B: I was wondering if someone could bring up an iron for my
B: Relax. The boss canceled the meeting. wife’s blouse. Oh, and I could use some extra hangers, too.
A: Oh, thank goodness. A: No problem, sir. I’ll send up an iron and the hangers right
away. Anything else I can help you with?
2. A: Hi, Steve. I know I’m late. Did you wait long?
B: Well, I’ve been here for twenty minutes. What B: Yes. We just finished dinner. Could someone come and
happened? take away the dishes?
A: I couldn’t get a taxi. And it was raining really hard. A: Of course. Any other requests?
B: You look cold! You should drink some hot tea. Let’s get B: Can you tell me where the fitness center is?
the waiter. A: It’s on the second floor, sir.
B: Thank you very much.
3. A: Hi, Michelle. How are you?
B: Well, I’m fine, but you’re late!
A: I know. I got stuck in traffic. UNIT 4

Conversation A
A: Good morning. Econo-Car Rentals.
B: Hi, I’d like to rent a car.
A: What kind of car would you like?
B: I want a big SUV.
A: OK. The largest SUV we have is $50 per day.
B: Oh. Actually I wanted something around $25 per day. But
I’m moving, so I need something big, not a compact car or
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A: Well, we have one van, and it’s just $22 per day. Ellen: What brand do you buy?
B: Um, OK, I’ll take the van. Annie: I always use Cosmetíque.
A: There’s one problem. One of the side-view mirrors Ellen: I like their nail polish, but I haven’t tried anything else
doesn’t work. they make.
B: But the headlights and turn signals are OK? Annie: Well, you can try some new things on Saturday.
A: Of course. Ellen: Great. I’ll see you then.
B: Well, all right.
A: When will you pick up the van? REVIEW TEST 1 (UNITS 1–5)
B: October 5th.
A: And the drop off date? Michelle: Carson Company. This is Michelle.
B: October 6th. That’s a Thursday, I believe. Andrea: Hello. I’m looking for Patrick James, please. The
A: Actually, it’s a Wednesday. last name is J-A-M-E-S.
B: Oh, OK. Michelle: He stepped out. Would you like to leave a
message?
Conversation B
Andrea: Yes, please. Tell him Andrea Hann called. That’s
A: Hello. I’m here to pick up my rental car. My name is A-N-D-R-E-A H-A-N-N. I’d like him to call me back.
Margaret Prince. I’ll be at 619–555–2437 until 3:00. He can call me
B: OK. I’m sorry, I don’t see your reservation. What kind of car is it? at that number.
A: A sports car. Michelle: I’ll give him your message.
B: Did you want an automatic transmission? Andrea: Thank you.
A: No, manual.
B: The pickup date is today?
A: Yes, today. February 12th. Michelle: Carson Company. This is Michelle.
B: Today is February 11th. Mr. James: Hi, Michelle. It’s Patrick James.
A: Oh, I made the reservation for the wrong day! Michelle: Hello, Mr. James.
B: That’s OK. We have plenty of cars available. Let me look up Mr. James: I need you to do some things for me today.
your reservation . . . Here it is. And the drop off date is . . . Michelle: All right.
A: February 13th. Mr. James: I’m traveling to Taipei next week. I need a hotel
B: OK, I’ll need your driver’s license. reservation for five nights, starting on Sunday,
A: Here you are. And I’m going to pay with my credit card. June 23rd.
Michelle: OK.
Mr. James: I want a hotel with a fitness center and room
UNIT 5
service. Make sure the room has an Internet
Example: How long will I have to wait? connection. And I want a non-smoking room.
Michelle: Of course.
1. Would it be possible to get a facial today? Maybe Mr. James: I’ll need a rental car, too. I want a compact car—
around 5:00? nothing big. Try to get an automatic transmission.
Michelle: OK. What dates do you need that for?
2. How much do you charge for a manicure and pedicure? Mr. James: The pickup date will be the same, Sunday, June
23rd. The drop off date will be Friday, June 28th.
3. Excuse me. Where would I find razors?
Michelle: Anything else?
Mr. James: Yes, I need a haircut and a massage. Please see if
Ellen: Hey, Annie. Do you feel like going with me to the I can get an appointment this afternoon.
salon on Saturday morning? Michelle: OK.
Annie: Oh, hi Ellen. I don’t know. Are you getting a haircut? Mr. James: Are there any messages?
Ellen: Actually, I’m going to get a manicure and a pedicure. Michelle: Yes, one . . . from Andrea Hann.
But they offer other services, too, like haircuts, facials,
and massages. UNIT 6
Annie: That sounds great! I’d love to get a facial. Do you
know how much they charge? June Hobbs: Hi, I’m June Hobbs for Radio WKEY. I’m here at
Ellen: I think a facial is $55. the opening of the new restaurant La Casita.
Annie: And do you usually leave a tip? People have been very excited to try the
Ellen: Yes, I usually leave about five or six dollars. traditional Mexican food at this hot new
Annie: That sounds good. restaurant. Let’s get their opinions. Ma’am,
Ellen: Great. I’ll call the salon to make the appointment. what’s your name?
Annie: Hey, let’s go shopping after that. I need some Tina: Tina.
new makeup. June Hobbs: Tina, how is your dinner?
Ellen: OK. Do you want to go to the drugstore for that? Tina: Delicious! I don’t care for red meat or fish,
Annie: Sure. so I’m having the chicken enchiladas. They
are great—really spicy, and I’m crazy about
spicy food.
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June Hobbs: Great. And you, sir? UNIT 8

Jeremy: Hi, I’m Jeremy. I really like this restaurant
because they have healthy dishes. I avoid salt As a painter, sculptor, graphic artist, author, filmmaker,
and oil, and they don’t use much in their dishes. and jewelry designer, Salvador Dali is considered one of the
June Hobbs: So the food is delicious and healthful. And you, greatest artists of the twentieth century. He was born on
sir. Please tell us your name and what you are May 11th, 1904 in a small town near Barcelona, Spain. Dali
having for dinner. began to paint when he was 10 years old. Later, he studied
Ryan: My name’s Ryan. I don’t remember the name of art in Madrid, but he had many conflicts with his teachers.
my dish, but it’s delicious! It tastes sweet and He thought that he was more talented than they were.
spicy at the same time—very interesting. After finishing school, Dali moved to Paris and joined the
June Hobbs: Wonderful! And what’s your name? Surrealists. The Surrealists were writers, painters, poets, and
Vincent: Vincent. photographers who created art based on what they saw in
June Hobbs: Vincent, don’t you care for your dinner? their dreams. Their art was not meant to be understood by
Vincent: Yes, it’s great, but I’m saving room for dessert. most people. It was meant to shock and confuse them
Tina: Hey, I thought you were on a diet. instead. One of Dali’s most well-known pieces, The Persistance
Vincent: I used to be, but not anymore. You only live of Memory, was inspired by a dream.
once! And the desserts look great. In 1929, Dali fell in love with a woman named Gala. She
June Hobbs: And you are . . . ? became the most important person in his life. Gala was Dali’s
Katie: Katie. companion, wife, and business manager and she inspired him
June Hobbs: Katie, are you saving room for dessert, too? and his art. She appears in many of Dali’s most important
Katie: Definitely. I’m a real chocolate addict. I’ll eat works. In 1940, they moved to the United States and lived
anything with chocolate! there for several years.
June Hobbs: Well, there are the reviews of La Casita. Back to Salvador Dali died on January 23rd, 1989, in the same
you in the studio . . . town where he was born.

UNIT 7 UNIT 9

Elizabeth: May I speak to Diane Wilson please? Example: A: Joe, could you help me with this?
Diane: This is she. B: Sure, Jill. Did the computer crash?
Elizabeth: Hi, I’m Elizabeth Brown. I’m going to be your A: No, nothing like that. The printer won’t print.
roommate at college in the fall. I wanted to talk B: Here, let me take a look.
on the phone so we could get to know each other.
Diane: Great idea! Why don’t you tell me something 1. A: Debbie, can you help me?
about yourself, Elizabeth? B: Sure. What’s up?
Elizabeth: Well, I’m generally a cheerful person. I love bright A: I want to access this link.
colors. My favorite color is green. I like to have B: OK. Just click on the icon—yep, right there.
very interesting surroundings. What about you? A: Great! Thanks.
Diane: Well, I usually like a very relaxing environment.
2. A: Hey, Derek. I’m thinking about getting a new
Elizabeth: OK. I have a lot of ideas about how to decorate
computer.
our room.
B: Oh yeah? What kind?
Diane: Oh, well, I’m not very creative . . .
A: Everyone says Gala is a good brand.
Elizabeth: I am! I was thinking about making everything
B: Why don’t you look at Tekk, too? I’ve heard they’re just
orange and yellow.
as good.
Diane: Well, that’s not exactly what I had in mind . . . can
A: Really? I’ll check them out.
I ask you something—are you the youngest child
in your family? 3. A: Hey Carrie, did you look at those photos I sent you?
Elizabeth: Yes, but how did you know? B: Not yet. I’m still downloading them. It’s taking forever!
Diane: It fits your personality. The youngest child is
usually very creative and likes excitement. 4. A: Can I use your computer for a few minutes?
Elizabeth: That’s me! I’m a real extrovert. The more B: What do you need to do, Nick?
excitement, the better! What about you, Diane? A: I need to check the news quickly.
Diane: Well, I’m more of an introvert. I like quiet, relaxing B: Sure, go ahead. I’m just fooling around anyway.
environments and soft colors like light blue and
green. I like being alone, but I do go out
sometimes with just a small group of friends.
Elizabeth: That’s nice. I’m really excited about meeting you
in person.
Diane: I’m looking forward to it, too, but maybe we can
talk about the room a little more . . .

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5. A: Hi, Brenda. Oh, am I interrupting you? REVIEW TEST 2 (UNITS 6–10)

B: Not at all. I’m just logging on to the Internet.
A: Are you going to do some online shopping? Mark: Emily, what in the world are you eating?
B: No, I have to check my e-mail. Emily: Oh hi, Mark. Chocolate ice cream!
Mark: Aren’t you on a diet?
6. A: Hi, Steven. Emily: I used to be. Not anymore.
B: Hey, you have to see the pictures from the party. Mark: What happened?
A: Will you send them to me? Emily: I’m a chocolate addict. I couldn’t live without it.
B: Sure. I’m going to attach a file and send them Mark: Well, it looks delicious.
right now. Emily: Want to try some?
A: Great! I can’t wait to take a look. Mark: I would, but I want to avoid desserts.
Emily: Why? You used to be crazy about desserts.
UNIT 10 Mark: I’m trying to lose weight.
Emily: Well, you only live once!
Example: Cecelia: Eric, I think that cell phone is mine.
Eric: No, Cecelia, it’s mine. Jessica: Do you like that stone sculpture, Ben?
Cecelia: Are you sure? Ben: Yeah, I do. And that piece is very modern.
Eric: No, it is yours! Mine has a different ring! Jessica: I thought you liked more classic styles of art—like
this painting.
1. Jeff: Adrienne! Your job interview is today. If I were Ben: This painting? No! It’s too dark, not enough color.
you, I would wear long sleeves to cover the Jessica: Well, if you like modern art, then be sure not to miss
tattoo on your arm. the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.
Adrienne: What’s wrong with a tattoo, Jeff? Ben: Why’s that, Jessica?
Jeff: Nothing. But some people think it’s not Jessica: A lot of modern art collections are kept there.
appropriate in the office. Ben: Thanks for the suggestion.
Adrienne: You really think I should cover it?
Jeff: I think it’s best.
Vince: Hey, Nikki! What’s up?
2. Mary: Hey, Tanya! Suzanne and I are getting our ears Nikki: Hi, Vince. I’m a little down. I got a B on my
pierced today. Don’t you want to come with us? science test.
Tanya: I’d love to, but I can’t. I already have a hair Vince: But that’s good!
appointment. I’m dyeing my hair a new color— Nikki: Well, I’m very self-critical. I can’t help it—I’m the
maybe red. oldest child in my family.
Vince: What does that have to do with it?
3. Carla: Look, Nick! I found this ring in the bathroom.
Nikki: It’s very common for oldest children to always think
Nick: You’d better take it to the lost and found, Carla.
they should do better.
Carla: Yeah, I’ll take it right now. I would look there if
Vince: Really? Personality is influenced by birth order?
I lost something.
Nikki: Absolutely! I bet you’re the youngest child.
4. Gerry: Dana, is that what you’re wearing to the party? Vince: Why?
Dana: Yes, why? Nikki: Well, you’re creative. Also, you’re often a clown—you
Gerry: It’s not very modest. enjoy attention.
Dana: I’m a modern woman. Modesty is important at Vince: You’re right. I’m the youngest in my family!
work, not at a party!
Gerry: Well, I wouldn’t wear it if I were you.

5. Michael: Uh-oh. Look, Heather, they undercharged us.

I’m going to tell the waiter.
Heather: Michael, are you crazy? Pay the bill and let’s go!
Michael: No! That’s not honest.
Heather: Are you sure you want to tell him?
Michael: Absolutely.

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