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English Discoveries
Intermediate 2
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Dear Student,
Each unit of the workbook corresponds directly to a unit in the English Discoveries Intermediate 2
course. You should use this workbook together with the course. For example, after you do the
listening component from the course, we recommend you do the listening section in the workbook.
Your workbook also contains copies of the Explore texts from the English Discoveries course, so
you can refer to its content when you are away from the computer.
Each unit in the workbook has four sections: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Grammar.
The Listening section will help you practice your listening skills. A variety of genre, such as voice
mail messages, radio programs and TV video clips are included.
The Reading section will reinforce your understanding of different kinds of reading texts such as
postcards, ads, stories and newspaper articles.
The Speaking section will give you the opportunity to practice different speaking functions such
as ordering a meal in a restaurant, asking for directions, making suggestions, etc.
The Grammar section will help you practice the main points of the online unit within the context
of the unit theme. This way you will learn to use grammar structures in real-life situations.
Special emphasis has been given throughout the workbook to speaking and writing activities and you
will see that you have a lot of opportunity to express yourself in both spoken and written English.
We hope you enjoy using this program and wish you lots of luck!
The English Discoveries Team
CONTENTS
UNIT 1
Buying a Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
UNIT 2
Accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
UNIT 3
Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
UNIT 4
Politics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
UNIT 8
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
APPENDIX
I N T E R M E D I A T E
U N I T
BUYING A CAR
AD
a. What was the purpose of the radio ad? Mark the correct answer. Use the Explore text on
page 68 to help you.
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1.
2.
3.
b. What did you hear on the radio? Mark the correct answer.
1.
2.
3.
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c. In the radio ad, Lara says that she spoke to her sister Natalie about her new car.
Read their conversation. Mark who said each sentence.
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LARA
NATALIE
d. Car City also advertises in the newspaper. Mark the newspaper ad that is for Car City. Use the
Explore text on page 68 to help you.
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Ad 1
Ad 2
Ad 3
For really low prices
that everyone can afford,
call us now!
We offer unbeatable deals on
used cars and used car parts.
Payment on a cash-only basis.
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e. Discuss your choice with a partner. Explain why the ad you chose is suitable and why the other
two are not.
f. Read the sentences from the radio ad. Replace the underlined words with words or
expressions from below.
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at another place for the same money happy newest promise wonderful
1. at Car City youll find fantastic bargains!
2. He bought a car somewhere else and isnt satisfied with it.
3. I could have bought the latest model of the same car at the same price.
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2.
3.
4.
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b. Mark the sentences that match the suggestions given in the reading text. Use the Explore text
on page 68 to help you.
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1.
Before you go to a used-car dealer, think about what kind of car you want and which
features you would like it to have.
2.
It is a good idea to go to a used-car dealer alone, because a friend's advice can sometimes
confuse you.
3.
Most car dealers are reliable, so you dont need to test-drive the car you plan to buy.
4.
Always take the car to be checked by a mechanic before you buy it.
5.
If you want to lower the price, try bargaining with the dealer.
c. Circle the correct answer. Use the Explore text on page 68 to help you.
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You should
You ought to...
Its a good idea to...
If...
Dont
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THE CAR
a. Go to the Explore text on page 69. Copy the sentences that show that the woman is refusing.
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b. Who says sentences like these? For each sentence circle the speaker, C (for Customer) or
D (for Dealer), and mark the function (what the speaker is trying to do).
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Persuading
1. You won't find a better deal anywhere else.
C/D
C/D
C/D
C/D
C/D
Accepting Refusing
C/D
c. Complete the dialogue by writing what the customer says. Then share and practice your
dialogue with a partner. Use the Explore text on page 69 to help you.
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CONDITIONALS: REAL
a. Read the advice about buying a used car. Match the two parts of each Real Conditional
sentence. Then write the complete sentences below.
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b. Complete the short ad for a car dealer by filling in suitable words in each space. Use Real
Conditional sentences. Use the verbs from the box in their correct form.
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are buy come find get give let need show want
If you (3)
If you (5)
If you (7)
If you (9)
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to us!
them to you.
you test-drive it.
great service.
it to you.
I N T E R M E D I A T E
U N I T
A C C I D E N T S
BAD BACK
a. In the video clip Bad Back, Ben hurts his back. Frans friend, Anita arrives later and asks
Fran how it happened. Fill in the missing words or phrases in their conversation.
Choose the words and phrases from below.
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back problems by himself careful carry heavy things hurt not supposed to
Anita: How did Ben (1)
his back?
carry (4)
doesnt he?
Fran: Of course. And I even warned him to be (5)
. But he just
Anita: Oh, no! Well, he'll probably have to see a doctor right away. I just hope he doesn't have
even worse (7)
now.
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b. Mark the only sentence that is true about the conversation in a. Then rewrite three of the
untrue sentences to make them true.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
c. Imagine the conversation between Ben and the doctor. Complete the questions that the
doctor might ask him. Write Bens answers.
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Doctor:
in pain?
Ben:
Doctor:
feel?
Ben:
Doctor:
Ben:
Doctor: Where
hurt?
Ben:
Doctor: How
happen?
Ben:
Doctor: Why
Ben:
d. Share your conversation with a partner. Listen to each others sentences. Then role-play the
conversation with a partner.
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CLIFF TERROR
a. Read what happens next in the Cliff Terror story. To find out what happens to Susan and
Ellen, put the parts of this story into the correct order. Number the parts from 1 to 6.
You can use the Explore text on pages 70, 71 to help you.
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a. Are you sure about the direction, Ellen? Susan said nervously. Its hard to tell north from
south now that the sun has gone behind the clouds.
b. Ellen thought for a moment. Well, if you want to go home, we have to find a way out of
here. I think we should go there. Ellen pointed to the trees up ahead. Thats the direction
we came from.
c. Susan looked up to see what Ellen was pointing at. Yes, it is! she shouted. Its Daniel
and the rest of the group. We're safe! HEY! DANIEL! PETER! WE'RE OVER HERE!"
d. Susan didn't want Ellen to bandage her ankle. No, thank you. I just want to go home.
e. But Ellen wasn't listening to Susan talk about the clouds. Susan.Stop! Wait a minute!
she called out suddenly. What's that up there, in the mountains? Isn't that?
f. Stop complaining! You'll be alright. said Ellen. You've probably sprained your ankle. I
have a bandage here in my backpack. I'll put it on for you if you like.
b. Complete the story by filling in the characters words.
But nobody heard Susans shouts, so she asked Ellen to join her.
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.
When still nobody heard them, Ellen had a great idea they could use the bandage, and wave it to
get Daniels attention. She explained her idea to Susan.
.
After the girls had been waving the bandage for over five minutes, Daniel finally noticed them. He
knew that the only way to rescue them was to call for a helicopter, so he shouted down to them:
Susan was so happy to hear this that she started dancing on one foot. When Ellen saw her she
said,
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LOOK OUT!
a. Which person in the Speaking section gives a warning? Mark the correct answer.
1.
2.
3.
the child
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b. Read another conversation. Copy the sentences that express a warning and those that ignore
a warning.
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Expressing a warning
Ignoring a warning
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c. In each of the pictures below somebody is warning somebody else. Under each picture write
what you think the person is saying. Here are some expressions to help you:
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Be careful
You might...
Dont...
You shouldnt...
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neck. Why?
in chocolate. Why?
She (work)
He (sleep)
They (eat)
chocolate cake.
b. Complete the story by choosing the correct verb for each space from the list below.
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John was late for his math exam. He was nervous because he hadnt slept well. As soon as he
got into the car, he started the engine, put the gears into reverse and (1)
his
foot down on the gas pedal. The car shot backwards out of the driveway and
(2)
attention and hadn't seen the truck. He hadn't checked his rearview mirror before reversing out of
the driveway because he (4)
time. When he heard the crash he hesitated for a moment, but then (5)
not to stop. He couldnt be late for his exam.
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I N T E R M E D I A T E
U N I T
P R O B L E M S
FAMILY
a. In the voice mail message Lori asks Marcy for a favor. What does she say?
Complete the sentences below. Use the Explore text on page 72 to help you.
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do me a favor?
pick up my dress at the cleaners for me?
b. In your opinion, who is Marcy? Mark all possible answers.
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Marcy is:
1.
Loris boss
2.
Loris mother
3.
Loris sister
4.
Loris friend
c. After listening to the voice mail, Marcy calls Lori back and leaves her a message.
Read it and answer the questions that follow.
Hi, Lori. This is Marcy. I got your message. I'm really sorry, but I can't pick up your dress from the dry
cleaners. I have a problem here at work. The other secretary is sick and I have to stay at the office until
late to type some letters that have to be sent today. I just spoke to Jane, though. She has to go in that
direction anyway, so I've asked her to pick up your dress for you. So don't worry! You'll have your dress in
time for the party. Bye.
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2.
to tell Lori that she will have to pick up her own dress
3.
4.
5.
6.
to tell Lori that someone else will pick up her dress for her
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d. Decide on the CAUSE AND EFFECT relationships in the text. What causes what?
Fill in the boxes below. Choose from the list of sentences.
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2
3
4
5
6
e. Write a voice mail message to a friend, asking for a favor. Explain why you need the favor.
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A FOREIGN AFFAIR
a. Do you remember the story A Foreign Affair in the Reading section? Number the sentences
according to the order that the events really happened. Use the Explore text on pages 72, 73
to help you.
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1 a.
b.
c.
d.
While she was talking to a wealthy businessman, she heard some women gossiping about
the other women at the party.
e.
Then she heard the foreign ministers wife calling Neil darling.
f.
This made Melanie angry, so she spilled wine down the womans dress.
g.
h.
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b. Read Part 2 of the story and choose a suitable title. Then answer the questions in c.
1.
Cold Soup
2.
3.
Getting Revenge
4.
Fear of Spiders
5.
Bad Manners
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Part 2
It's time to teach that woman a lesson, Melanie thought to herself, as all the party guests
began to take their seats at the large dinner table. When no one was looking, Melanie quickly
moved two of the name cards that had been placed next to each dinner plate. That way she was
sure to be sitting next to the foreign minister's wife.
She waited patiently until the waiters had served the soup and the guests had all begun to eat.
Then, smiling, she turned to the blonde woman beside her and whispered, Excuse me, but I
think there's a spider crawling up your dress. With a loud scream, the foreign minister's wife
jumped up from the table, taking the tablecloth with her, and causing dishes to overturn and
soup to spill all over the table. The other guests were shocked. They couldnt believe their eyes.
My goodness! What is she doing? Melanie heard one woman say to her friend. That really
isnt a nice way to behave, especially for a foreign ministers wife. As the foreign minister's wife
went red with embarrassment, Melanie bit her lip to stop herself from laughing out loud.
c. Circle each sentence true () or false ().
1. Melanie didnt want to sit next to the foreign minister's wife.
/
3. Melanie spoke to the foreign minister's wife before the soup was served.
4. Melanies plan worked.
5. Melanie wanted to teach the guests a lesson.
6. The foreign minister's wife made a fool of herself.
7. Melanie was happy that the guests were shocked.
2. The foreign minister's wife was afraid of spiders.
/
/
/
/
/
/
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d. Underline the parts of the story that helped you find your answers.
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FRIED FISH
a. Do you remember the Fried Fish dialogue from the Speaking section? Write the sentences that
show what each person did. Use the Explore text on page 73 to help you.
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b. Read the following dialogue and fill in the speakers purpose in the blank spaces.
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Purposes
expressing dissatisfaction asking for an opinion expressing satisfaction
accepting an apology apologizing
Jack:
Mmm. I havent had such a good steak in ages. It was so tender. (1)
What do you think of the food here, Jane? (2)
Jane:
To be honest, I think its awful. My fish is dry and the vegetables are over-cooked.
(3)
Jack:
I'm really sorry, Jane. I forgot to tell you that their specialty is meat, not fish.
(4)
Jane:
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Event
Earlier event
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
c. Complete each sentence by adding the cause of the problem. Choose from the list of
causes below. Change the verbs into the Past Perfect Simple.
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Causes
she was in a car accident as a child
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I N T E R M E D I A T E
HELPING
U N I T
OUT
NEIGHBORS
a. Do you remember the video with Eric and Ren? Mark the following statements true () or
false (). Use the Explore text on page 74 to help you.
1. Eric and Ren have met before.
2. Ren is new to the neighborhood.
3. Eric offers to give Ren a power drill.
4. Eric had wanted to visit Ren the night before.
5. Eric didnt visit Ren because he wasnt feeling well.
6. Ren wasnt home the night before.
7. The scene takes place in France.
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
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b. Do you remember who said what? Mark the correct column. Use the Explore text on page 74
to help you.
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Eric
Ren
b.
Ren: No, not at all. The company I work for wants me to manage their office here in the
States.
c.
Ren: Wait. Dont go yet. Id like to invite you and your wife to dinner at our house. How
about next weekend? It's my way of thanking you for your help, and it's a chance for
us all to get to know each other.
d.
Eric:
Oh! Is that why you decided to move to the U.S.? To see where your Mom was born?
e.
Eric:
Thats a great idea! Ill talk to my wife and let you know tomorrow. Bye.
f.
Eric:
That sounds like an interesting job. Well, Ren, it was lovely to meet you. I'm sure
we'll see each other again very soon.
g.
Ren: Thank you for the compliment. That's because my mother was born in America. She
spoke English to me when I was growing up.
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Barry
Marcello
Alison
c. What can we infer from what Barry says? Mark the correct answer.
Share the reasons for your answer with the class.
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However, knowing Alison the way I do, I took two quarts of oil and a gallon of gas, too.
1.
2.
Alison often forgets to check the gas, oil and water level.
3.
4.
5.
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d. Which words go together? Fill in the blanks to complete what each person is saying.
Choose from the words in the box.
a favor assignment at history down due tomorrow easy stuck tired
1
My car got
. It broke
You look
I have a history
. The paper is
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LETS GO
a. Do you remember the dialogue Let's Go in the Speaking section? Use the Explore text on
page 75 to help you. Write the words that Steve and his friend use to express the following:
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b. Here are some sentences about getting tickets to a rock concert. Decide what each person is
expressing. Mark the correct column.
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c. Write two dialogues, using sentences from the list below. In dialogue 1, Steve agrees to help.
In dialogue 2 he doesnt.
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Dialogue 1
Friend: Hi, Steve. Would you mind helping me with the geography assignment?
Steve:
Friend:
Steve:
Friend:
Steve:
Dialogue 2
Friend: Hi, Steve. Would you mind helping me with the geography assignment?
Steve:
Friend:
Steve:
Friend:
Steve:
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REPORTED SPEECH
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a. Match the two parts of each sentence. There are three extra possibilities in column B.
A
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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Ryan will be thrilled what time the party starts how much that puppy costs
you could help me to organize it what he wants if she wants to help too that she is free
Annie: I'm having a party for Ryan's fifth birthday on Saturday afternoon.
Lyn:
I wonder if (1)
.
.
!
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c. In the situations below people are asking for help, offering help or giving help.
Complete the reported sentences by putting the words and phrases in the correct order.
Will it work?
.
?
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INTERMEDIATE
UNIT
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
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b. Complete the sentences with words from the box. Then write who said them Julie or Rob.
Use the Explore text on page 76 to help you.
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Im sorry to be
2.
Why do you
3.
4.
5.
6.
Hes a dream
by men.
for.
.
true.
c. Read the next chapter of the soap opera. Answer the questions that follow.
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Narrator:
That night Julie, Rob and Andrew went out to dinner at Julie's favorite restaurant. The
evening was not very successful. Andrew was rude to Rob and spoke about himself all
night. Later that evening, when Rob was in the men's restroom, he heard Andrew making a
call to someone on his cell phone. Andrew was talking to his wife! Rob didnt know what to
do. Should he tell Julie and risk breaking her heart? The next day Rob and Julie met to talk.
Rob:
I'm really sorry the dinner didn't turn out the way you planned, Julie.
Julie:
It's not your fault, Rob. I should apologize to you for Andrew's behavior. He was so rude!
Maybe he was nervous about meeting you, or maybe he's a little jealous of our friendship.
Rob:
It's more than that. Look, I dont know how to tell you this, Julie. You know how much I care
about you. I was truly happy for you when you met Andrew, but I don't want you to get hurt
again.
Julie:
Rob:
Andrew is not the right man for you, Julie. It's not just that he's selfish and rude. He's also
married! I heard him talking to his wife on the phone last night.
Julie:
Narrator:
What will Julie do now? Will she leave Andrew? Find out next week on Wishful Thinking.
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THE SINGER
a. Read the four sentences about people in The Singer story.
What do they tell us about these people? Match them to the four statements below.
1. Cindy thought she wasnt good enough to sing at the concert.
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b. Read the last sentence of The Singer in the Explore text on page 76, 77.
What do you think will happen after the music teacher says You are a singer!?
Mark everything that will probably happen. Then write what you think will happen.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
The other students will tell Cindy how well she sang.
8.
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c. Find one word in the story to describe each of the following. Use the Explore text on pages
76, 77 to help you.
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and
5. Cindy's size:
6. how the music teacher described Cindy's singing:
7. how the students were when Cindy stopped singing:
1. The auditorium
powerfully
was deserted
as if under a spell
3. Cindys teacher
sang
4. Cindy
seemed
5. The audience
climbed
at first
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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ASSIGNMENTS
a. What does each person in the Speaking section do? Circle the correct answers. Use the
Explore text on page 77 to help you.
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Jim has a dream. He wants to be an actor. He has decided to study at a drama school. He
goes to the school office to register for his courses. Read the dialogue and write the
underlined sentences from the dialogue in the correct place below.
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Jim:
Id like to apply to study at your school. Do you have an application form for me?
Secretary: Yes, that's right. Take this list of telephone numbers. Call Mr. Black, the first-year acting
teacher. He'll tell you what to do.
Jim:
OK. I'll do that. There's one more thing. Could I please have a student card?
Secretary: You have to pay the registration fee first. That'll be $50, please.
Jim:
Secretary: A check is fine. Can you just sign the back of the check, please?
Jim:
Sure.
Giving something
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CONDITIONALS: UNREAL
a. Read each sentence in italics. Mark the sentence that has the same meaning.
1. If I had $15,000, I would buy a new car.
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If you practiced more If I weren't studying so hard If I could play professional tennis
Teacher:
Ivan:
Teacher:
, I would be so happy.
Well, you are quite good at tennis.
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Teacher:
Claire:
Teacher:
2. If I could
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I N T E R M E D I AT E
UNIT
MONEY MATTERS
QUIZ
a. Do you remember the radio program in the Listening section? What kind of program was it?
Mark the correct answer.
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1.
2.
a TV soap opera
3.
4.
a TV competition
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
The Get Rich Quick quiz show is on the radio once a month.
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c. After the show, Susan writes a letter to a friend, telling her about what happened. Fill in the
missing words or phrases. Choose from the words below.
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alcoholic Get hit song impress million copies participants polite to anyone popular
real diamond necklace respect yourself wealthy weekly quiz show
Hi Katy,
You'll never believe what happened! I've just won a contest. It's the first time I've
ever won anything. Here's what happened.
Last night I participated in a (1)
called
(2)
together with another woman. I got the right answers to both questions they asked.
The first was what Guy Gaylord said when his CD sold a (4)
(6)
(7)
I knew the answer to that, too. It was Mick Starlight and he said it long before his
(9)
became
(10)
. He was still an
(11)
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a furniture store
2.
3.
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b. Match the names to their descriptions. Use the Explore text on pages 78, 79 to help you.
1.
Quality Bargains
2.
Edith Shaw
3.
Tim Wright
4.
d. a furniture store
c. Complete the information about the store by circling the correct words.
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Quality Bargains is a (1) clothing / furniture store that is suited to people who (2) have / dont have a
lot of money to spend. You can buy (3) second-hand / brand-new items there and the store offers
you a ten-year (4) down payment / guarantee on all purchases. The (5) deal / delivery is free of
charge and you dont have to pay for the (6) item / sale in one cash payment. Quality Bargains offers
you good (7) quality / budget at prices you (8) can afford / can't afford.
d. According to the Reading text, what are the two most important things people look for when
they buy items like furniture? Mark the correct answers.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
e. According to Edith Shaw, what important information should you know about sales?
Use the Explore text on pages 78, 79 to help you. Mark the correct answer.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
The stores often raise the prices of sale items before they put them on sale.
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g. Replace the underlined words and expressions with ones from the bank below.
Write the new sentences on the lines given.
customers dont have enough money dont have much recommended
that they can afford thinking about value for your money with limited budgets
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THE RAISE
a. Do you remember the dialogue The Raise in the Speaking section?
Answer these questions about it. Use the Explore text on page 79 to help you.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
c. Match the words from the two columns to form expressions from the dialogue.
Then use the expressions to complete the following report. Make the necessary changes.
1. accept
a. in mind
2. offer
b. an offer
3. have
c. a raise
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d. Complete the following dialogue by adding Annies answers. Choose from the sentences
below.
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Yes, definitely. They have only the best quality clothing there.
I got a pair of jeans and two sweaters.
I went shopping for clothes at that new store, Best Bargains.
They were really reasonable.
Gail:
Annie: (1)
Gail:
Annie: (2)
Gail:
Annie: (3)
Gail:
Annie: (4)
e. Write a dialogue between you and a friend. Write about shopping for something familiar, such
as food, furniture, clothes or music CDs. You ask the questions and your friend reports what
happened. Share your dialogue with a partner and role-play it.
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You:
Your friend:
You:
Your friend:
You:
Your friend:
You:
Your friend:
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Everything is on sale, just for today. We want to sell all our winter clothes as
fast as possible. You can get some wonderful bargains. We have never had
such a sale! You wont find a sale like this again for a long time.
She told me that everything was on sale, just for that day. They wanted
to sell all their winter clothes as fast as possible. She said I could get
some wonderful bargains. They had never had such a sale! She reminded
me that I wouldnt find a sale like that again for a long time.
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A
1. Last night I participated in a radio quiz
show. I didnt think...
1.
www2.
www3.
www4.
www5.
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c. Which sentence accurately reports what each person said? Mark the correct sentence.
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1. Glen said, "I wonder who won the TV quiz show last night."
a.
Glen wonders who will win the TV quiz show tomorrow night.
b.
Glen wondered who had won the TV quiz show the night before.
c.
Glen wondered who would win the TV quiz show the previous night.
2. Jane said, I dont think I will buy this furniture because it's too expensive.
a.
Jane said she hadn't thought she would buy this furniture because it will be too expensive.
b.
Jane said she doesnt think she will buy that furniture because it was too expensive.
c.
Jane said she didn't think she would buy that furniture because it was too expensive.
b.
c.
4. Kevin said, I didnt know about the sale because I hadnt seen the ad in the paper.
a.
Kevin said he doesnt know about the sale because he hasnt seen the ad in the paper.
b.
Kevin said he didnt know about the sale because he hasnt seen the ad in the paper.
c.
Kevin said he hadnt known about the sale because he hadnt seen the ad in the paper.
d. Read the conversation between Betty and Pam. Then complete the report of the conversation.
Betty: Have you been to the sale at the furniture store?
Pam:
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They are offering very reasonable prices, and they will accept a twenty percent down
payment on all purchases.
like.
very reasonable prices and that they
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UNIT
P O L I T I C S
NEWS
a. Do you remember the Listening section? What did you listen to? Mark the correct answer. Use
the Explore text on page 78
80 to help you.
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2. We are here in the Liberal Party headquarters. The room is packed with reporters from all the
newspapers. The Liberal candidate is now answering a question about the crime law.
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c. Who is who? Match the information to the names. Next to each name write the correct
numbers. Use the Explore text on page 80 to help you.
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TED SCHMIDT
NANCY KING
ROSA MORALES
01. is the Liberal candidate
02. is the Conservative candidate
03. interviewed Schmidt before the election results were in
04. was defeated in the local elections
05. reported that Schmidt thought he would win
06. had been against the crime laws
07. had promised to propose a new crime law
08. held a press conference after winning the local elections
09. believed Schmidt probably lost because of the crime law
10. had been in favor of the crime law
d. In your notebooks, write a short newspaper report about each of the two candidates in the
election. Use the sentences from c.
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e. Replace the underlined parts with words and expressions from the box.
an important topic even though he had voted suggested
that people think committed was defeated in
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3. Why is he so nervous?
b. Fill in the blanks to complete this description of the situation. Use words from the box.
arson campaign candidate defeat elected fight improve murder
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wanted to (11)
, he will (4)
. Mr. Brown believes that it was more than that. He thinks that someone
him and in that way to (12)
the election.
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c. Read the notes that the reporter took when he went to the scene of the crime.
Use these notes to write a short report of the event. Try to use the connectors: because,
however.
Event: fire
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d. Read this report from a TV news show the following day to find out what happened.
Then answer the questions below.
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Yes / No
2. Was Mr. Brown right that someone was trying to kill him?
Yes / No
3. Was Mr. Brown right that someone was trying to defeat the Liberal party?
Yes / No
e. Fill in a suitable connecting word or phrase in each space. Choose from the words below.
Use capital letters when necessary.
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, he is guilty."
2. Mr. Brown was afraid that someone was trying to kill him.
fear, Mr. Brown continued working.
3.
4. The police didn't have any evidence that someone was attempting to murder Mr. Brown.
, they still sent policemen to keep a close watch on the
building where he was working.
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his
NEW MANAGER
a. Do you remember the dialogue New Manager in the Speaking section? What were they
talking about? Mark the correct answers. Use the Explore text on page 81 to help you.
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1.
office politics
2.
3.
b. The speakers were not pleased about the situation. Copy two sentences from the dialogue in
which they express their displeasure. Use the Explore text on page 81 to help you.
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c. Complete these sentences that express displeasure by filling in the missing word in each one.
Use the words below.
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2. I'm really
3. I'm not
4. I
2.
3.
I didnt like the way that the new manager spoke at the meeting.
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Did you hear the news? The boss promoted Johnson to the position of sales manager.
Sergei:
Dave:
Sergei:
Yes, he did. I'm really surprised that he did something like that.
Dave:
Sergei:
Thanks. But why didnt the boss didnt tell me about it first? Why did I have to hear about
it from Johnson?
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a.
1
Bob warned us
that we would lose
the election.
c.
b.
d.
2
The boss said I had to
give out all these flyers
by lunchtime!
e.
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b. Complete the dialogue by filling in a suitable phrase in each space. Choose from the following.
chances are good his speech was successful our party is going to win
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spoke well about all the key issues the election campaign is going
the public thinks of our candidate's last speech who will win
Jessie:
Lucy:
(5)
What did you think of his speech? Do you think (6)
Jessie:
I believe he (7)
c. Read what Liberal candidate James Brown said after he won the election. Then write a report
of his statements.
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1. A few weeks ago I was not sure I would win the election.
2. Somebody tried to murder me by starting a fire in my office.
3. I will fight for free education for all children.
4. Are you ready for the changes?
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UNIT
INSTRUCTIONS
WEATHER
a. Do you remember the radio program you heard in the Listening section?
80 to help you.
What is it about? Mark the correct answer. Use the Explore text on page 82
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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b. Answer the questions about the program. Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you.
1. What is the name of the program?
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2. What is the name of the host (the man who invites people to the show)?
3. What is the name of the guest?
4. What other name does the guest have?
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c. Who does what on the program? Write the name of the person.
Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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d. What do the listeners get advice about? Mark the correct answers.
the furnace
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the windows
the doors
the floors
the roof
e. Write the sentences or phrases from the Listening section that mean the same as the
following sentences. Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you.
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1. Hank is going to give us ideas about how to prepare the house for winter.
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FLIGHT INFORMATION
a. Do you remember the text Flight Information in the Reading section?
Where might you find such a text? Mark the correct answer.
1.
on a train
2.
in a hotel
3.
4.
on an airplane
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2.
3.
4.
5.
c. Put these instructions into the same order as in the Flight Information Card.
Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you.
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a. You should have your travel documents ready for inspection if you want to avoid waiting.
b. If you dont see your suitcase at the baggage claim, please wait for it patiently.
c. We advise you to stay in your seat until the plane stops moving.
d. You must tell the customs inspector about all the things you bought without tax.
d. Which words go together? Complete the phrases with words from the box below.
items card inspection claim
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1. information
2. duty-free
3. baggage
4. customs
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e. Read these Travel Tips". Underline sentences that are instructions. Circle sentences that are
explanations.
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TRAVEL TIPS
By Tracey Morrison
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f. Which of the following sentences offer good advice, according to the article?
1.
2.
3.
Book your hotel when you arrive in the country you are visiting.
4.
5.
6.
If you think it will be hot in the country you are traveling to, pack only light summer clothing.
7.
Be prepared for emergencies by keeping a list of important phone numbers with you.
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g. Complete the sentences according to the information you are given in the article.
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1. If you want to make sure that you get your visa in time for your trip,
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Receiving a polite
instruction
c. Mary is moving to a new house. Joe, the man from the moving company, is delivering her
furniture. Read what they say and answer the questions that follow.
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Mary: Would you mind carrying the sofa over to that corner?
Joe:
Mary: Uh, no. Could you move it over to the other side of the room?
Joe:
Mary: That's great. Would you please put these boxes into the bedroom?
Joe:
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You:
(1)
please?
Your friend: OK. Do you want me to cut them into small pieces?
You:
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b.
c.
b.
c.
3. After the rain leaked into the house, Susan made the handyman fix the roof again.
a.
b.
c.
4. At the beginning of every winter, Mr. Thompson lets his son fix the furnace.
a.
b.
c.
b. Complete these sentences by filling in the correct words. Choose from: made, got, let.
1. David wanted to paint the house by himself, but Rita wanted to help him, so he
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c. Mom has gone out for the evening and has left a list of instructions about what she wants the
family to do by the time she gets home. Write her instructions from this list.
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Mom's list:
Mom's Instructions:
Hi everybody,
Please make sure to do these things. See you later.
John, please get the (1)
I'd also like the (2)
.
in the
bathroom (3)
after dinner.
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I N T E R M E D I AT E
A p p e n d i x
EXPLORE
TEXTS
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UNIT 1
BUYING A CAR
Ad
Announcer:
It's the end-of-the-year sale, and here at Car City you'll find fantastic bargains! We
have brand-new and used cars, economy-sized cars, and luxury models, all at
reasonable prices! Don't make the same mistake that Ron Gardner made. He
bought a used luxury car somewhere else and isn't satisfied with it. Ron, tell us
about it.
Ron:
That's right. My name's Ron, and I just bought a used car about a week ago. If I had
come to Car City first, I could've bought the latest model of the same car at the
same price! And with extra features, too.
Announcer:
Lara Davids, tell us about the wonderful deal you got at Car City.
Lara:
Hi. I'm Lara! I just bought a brand-new Beamer Coyote. It's so beautiful! It's
automatic and has all the latest features! The best part is the price. I paid ten
percent as a down payment, and I'm paying the rest off in monthly payments. When
I told my sister about it, she said that she had just bought a car here, too, and had
gotten a really great deal. Everybody's coming here, so if you don't come now, there
won't be any cars left!
Announcer:
You heard it, folks. Car City is the place to buy cars. We guarantee you won't find a
better deal anywhere!
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The Car
- Here it is. Only $5,000.
- Hmmm. This isn't exactly what I had in mind.
- Well, I could lower the price to $4,000.
- No,... this just isn't what I need.
- I could paint it for you. What color would you like?
- No. I'm sorry. This car simply isn't what I wanted.
Conditionals: Real
-
If I were president of this company, I would have everyone work only four days a week.
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UNIT 2
ACCIDENTS
Bad Back
Fran: Ben, be careful with that! I dont want you to hurt yourself.
Ben: Dont worry. I can take care of myself.
Fran: You bought it. Good for you! How much did you pay for it?
Ben: Seven-fifty. Are we about ready to go?
Fran: I think so. But you know youre not supposed to carry things like that by yourself. You have a
bad back. Maybe we can have someone take it to the car for us.
Ben: Fran, I can do it.
Fran: I wish you would wait until we have somebody that can help you.
Ben: Oh! Ouch!
Fran: Ben!
Ben: I hurt my back!
Fran: Oh, no! I told you not to carry it by yourself.
Ben: I need to lie down.
Anita: What happened? Did he fall?
Fran: No. He hurt his back.
Cliff Terror
Susan and Ellen had been looking forward to their first hiking trip with the University Outdoors Club.
Susan was a little afraid, however, because she had never gone hiking before.
What if Im too slow? Ill be left behind, and get lost, she said.
Dont worry, answered Ellen. If you get tired, Ill have some other student carry you up the hill.
The next day, the group left the city at 5 a.m. as planned. By the time they reached Canyon Park,
the sun had risen. They had been hiking for two hours when Susan said, You were right. Hiking is
fun! If I had known how easy this would be, I wouldnt have been so afraid.
Suddenly Ellen realized that they had taken a wrong turn. Where are the other members of the
Outdoors Club? I dont see them anywhere. I think were lost.
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Oh, no! I knew I shouldnt have come. Whos going to rescue us? Imagine being here all night!
Take it easy, Susan. I didnt get us lost on purpose.
The girls arrived at a cliff, and saw an enormous pool of water. Ellen hesitated and said, Well, we
can either go down by rope, or we can jump. Lets use the rope. Im too scared to jump.
You? Afraid?! exclaimed Susan. You were the one who wanted to go on this hike. Lets jump. Its
too rocky and slippery to climb down.
Susan, said Ellen, Ive never told you this, but I dont know how to swim. I just cant jump into
that water.
Susan followed her friend unhappily down the cliff. They had just arrived at the bottom, when
suddenly she slipped and fell.
Oh... my foot! she cried. Ellen rushed to her side.
Here. Let me have a look. Its not bleeding. Its only a minor injury. But that didnt stop Susan from
complaining. Ellen, if we get rescued and I recover from this, I will never listen to you again!
Look Out!
- Look out for that little girl!
- I saw her.
- Are you allowed to ride your bike on the sidewalk?
- Of course. I do it all the time.
- You mustnt ride so fast! You could hurt someone.
- Its OK. Im very careful.
Don't even ask! I had been working on it for three hours when she called and told me that Peter
had already fixed it for her.
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UNIT 3
PROBLEMS
Family
Hi, Marcy. This is Lori. Would you do me a favor? I'm really stuck. Could you pick up my dress at
the dry cleaners for me? I wanted to wear it to the party tonight. I was supposed to get it this
afternoon, but my car is still at the garage. The mechanic said that I needed to have a lot of work
done on it because of the accident. I've had new tires put on, they've repaired an oil leak, and the
brakes needed to be replaced. Thanks a lot. Bye.
A Foreign Affair
Melanie, are you ready yet? Neil shouted impatiently. If you don't hurry, we're going to be late.
Melanie had just finished getting dressed. She had put on her best jewelry. She had even had her
hair done. She looked at herself in the mirror and sighed. She had never enjoyed these formal
parties in the past and knew tonight would be no different. But her husband had chosen a career in
politics, and attending these parties and impressing people was all part of the game.
You look very elegant, dear, but a smile would really make all the difference, Neil said as he kissed
his wife. I know you dislike these parties, but please try to be polite and not insult anyone tonight.
Well, if that glamorous blonde hadn't been chasing you around at the last party, I wouldn't have
had to accidentally spill my glass of wine down her dress, now would I?
Oh come on, Mel. She was the wife of the foreign minister. If I'd been rude to her, I could have
ruined my career.
Well, all I know is, she had better not show up again tonight. If I run into her, I can't promise what
I'll do or say.
Melanie and Neil arrived at the party. They entered the room and were immediately greeted by
several acquaintances.
Melanie looked around the room. She could hear two women near her gossiping. Where did she
buy that ugly fur coat? said one woman.
And do you think that diamond is real? said the other.
I don't feel like I have anything in common with any of these people, thought Melanie, as she tried
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Fried Fish
-
I'm sorry. This is not what I wanted. The fish is fried, not grilled.
I'm terribly sorry. I believe that the cook was unable to grill the fish because the grill is broken.
Did you tell them that I had already mailed the check?
No, I told them the truth that you hadn't sent it yet.
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UNIT 5
Soap Opera
Narrator:
Julie had been disappointed by men in the past. But when Andrew came into her life,
she discovered a new challenge and a new dream. She was nervous, and went to her
friend Rob for advice. Tonight we hear the next exciting chapter in her story...
Julie:
I'm sorry to be bothersome, Rob. But you're the only one who ever encourages me. I
don't want to throw away this new chance at love, but I'm scared.
Rob:
Don't be crazy! Why do you insist on making life so tough for yourself? Let me help
you. I know you're used to being deserted by men, but if you want Andrew, I'm sure
you can keep him. Even if you're scared, I think you might as well take the chance.
You just have to stop blaming yourself for what happened in the past.
Julie:
You're right. At last I realize how stupid I have been. Andrew really is a dream come
true. He's all I have ever wished for. He's the cure for my broken heart. And here he is
now. I invited him to meet you tonight.
Narrator:
What will Rob think of Andrew? Will Andrew break Julie's heart like all the others?
Find out next week, on Wishful Thinking.
The Singer
Cindy loved to sing, but she had never sung in public because she was too embarrassed. Every
year her mother encouraged her to sing in the school concert. Cindy wished she could be in the
concert, but she always assumed that she wasn't good enough.
Even if I tried, they wouldn't accept me, she thought. But her mother insisted, so Cindy finally
agreed to try. On the Monday morning of the trials, Cindy was very nervous. She arrived at the
auditorium very early, while it was still deserted. Gradually the students began to arrive.
Cindy, I didn't know you could sing, said her friend Mara.
Well, I thought I might as well try, said Cindy. I don't care whether or not I'm accepted.
Well, I do, said Mara. I intend to be in the concert this year. Mrs. Blake said that I had a very
good chance of getting the main part.
One by one the students climbed onto the stage to sing for the music teacher. Some of them
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sounded terrible. Cindy listened to all of them until it was her turn.
Hello, dear, said the music teacher. You may sing anything you like.
Cindy sang. Although she was tiny, her voice was deep and full. She sang loudly and powerfully.
She forgot about all the other people in the auditorium.
When she had finished, the entire room was quiet. Everyone seemed as if under a spell.
Cindy, the music teacher said at last, that was beautiful! You are a singer!
Assignments
-
Conditionals: Unreal
-
Dad, if we went to France on vacation for three months, I would really learn French!
If we had enough money for that kind of vacation, we could get you a private teacher!
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UNIT 6
MONEY MATTERS
Quiz
Announcer:
Good evening, listeners. Welcome to Get Rich Quick, our weekly quiz show where
everyones a winner. Our participants tonight are two glamorous women, Cee Cee
Rondeau and Susan Philipson. And the prizes tonight are an elegant diamond
necklace and a fantastic fur coat. OK... here we go, and our first question today is:
What did Marilyn Monroe say about diamonds? Cee Cee?
Cee Cee:
Announcer:
Youre right. Next question: What did Guy Gaylord say when his CD sold 1,000,000
copies? Susan?
Susan:
He said that he had always tried very hard to impress music critics, but now that he
was so wealthy, he didnt have to impress or be polite to anyone.
Announcer:
Yes. He did say that. You are both very good at this. Now, heres the next question:
Who said, Help yourself, respect yourself, and when? Susan?
Susan:
Uh, I think Mick Starlight said that people should help themselves and respect
themselves. And, um, he had said it before his hit song The Vision, became
popular. He was an alcoholic at the time and had been trying to stop drinking. It was
December 1991, I think.
Announcer:
Youre right, Susan, and you win that fabulous diamond necklace. And thats all we
have time for today, people. Please join us next week for Get Rich Quick.
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was both affordable and of good quality should go to places that offered bargains all year long. She
claimed that stores that offered great sales had most likely raised their prices before putting the
items on sale. People with limited budgets should consider buying at places like Quality Bargains.
Buyers can get brand-new inexpensive furniture there. It comes with a ten-year guarantee, and
delivery is free.
Buyers pay less and get quality, and thats a bargain. Quality Bargains manager, Tim Wright, says
that their furniture is luxurious, the deals are excellent, and they accept a twenty percent down
payment on all purchases.
If you came to Quality Bargains, your furniture problems would be solved, says Mr. Wright.
Wherever you go, know that there are places where you can get your moneys worth, even if you are
short of cash.
The Raise
-
I wanted to see how important I am to the company. She offered me a ten percent raise.
Today I will meet with the Ambassador of Garland. We will continue the discussions we began
last week.
Last night, Thomas Hardwick said that he would meet with the Ambassador of Garland. He
added that they would continue the discussions they had begun the previous week.
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UNIT 7
POLITICS
News
We're back, and you're listening to WNWS, your 24-hour news station. And now, here's an update
on the election results. Just a few hours ago, Conservative candidate Ted Schmidt was defeated in
local elections for the city council. In her live report earlier today, our reporter, Nancy King, pointed
out that Schmidt had been involved in the defeat of the new crime law proposed last year and
stated that this had probably hurt his chances in the election today. King spoke with Schmidt before
the vote was in and reported that Schmidt felt sure that he would win, in spite of his vote on the
crime law.
The winner, Liberal candidate Rosa Morales, spoke at a press conference just after hearing that she
had won. She was quoted as saying that Schmidt's vote on the crime law was a key issue in the
election. Before the election, Morales had promised voters that she would propose a new crime law
if she were elected. In her speech just a little while ago, Morales stated that she planned to
investigate all politicians suspected of committing crimes. You're listening to WNWS. Stay tuned for
the weekend weather report, coming up next.
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opinion, unemployment, education, and crime are the most important issues we have to deal with
today. I plan to do something about these issues, said Mr. Brown. Despite Mr. Brown's suspicions,
local police officers said that there was no evidence to suggest attempted murder. However, they
have opened an investigation, and are having the whole building searched for clues. At the moment,
Mr. Brown is using another office in a building across the street. Police are keeping a close watch
on the building.
New Manager
-
Is he? I'm surprised that he would do that without discussing it with me first. Do you intend to do
something about it?
I don't like the idea of his hiring someone new from outside, when there are qualified people right
here in this office.
Terry, John was here and he wanted to know where you were. He said that he was leaving the
books on your desk. He also said that he wanted you to call him at home.
OK, Bob.
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UNIT 8
INSTRUCTIONS
Weather
Dick:
Today's guest on The Home Repair Show is Hank the Handyman Hanson. Hank is
going to give us advice on how to get the house ready for winter. Hank, winter is coming.
What's the first thing I'm supposed to do?
Hank:
Well, Dick, first you ought to have your furnace cleaned and inspected, and have any
broken parts replaced. The furnace, or heater, is what keeps your house warm and cozy.
And in this part of the country, if we didn't have heat in the winter, we'd freeze.
Dick:
Hank:
The other important thing to do is to have your roof checked for leaks. If rain or snow were
to leak in through the roof, it would damage your ceiling, your walls, and even your
furniture. And we all know how expensive it is to have the house redecorated.
Dick:
I know what you mean, Hank. About two years ago, although I'd been planning to have my
roof checked for leaks, I forgot. The following year, I noticed watermarks on my ceiling. If
I'd repaired the roof right away, I could have avoided the problem.
Hank:
Dick, I always say, If you take it easy this year, you'll have to replace it next year.
Dick:
That's good advice, Hank. Thanks for being on the show today. Join us next week,
listeners, for more helpful hints on The Home Repair Show.
Flight Information
We've had this information card printed to help make your flight arrival quick and easy. It would be
helpful if you read these instructions before landing.
Remain in your seat until the plane stops moving. To avoid delays, have your passport and other
necessary documents available for customs inspection upon leaving the plane. All duty-free items
must be declared. It is illegal to hide these items. Although we always make an attempt to be
efficient, unexpected complications do happen. So, if your suitcase doesn't appear at the baggage
claim, be patient and try not to get frustrated.
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No. That isn't what I meant. Could you put the picture in the middle, with the words on either
side?
No problem.
Causatives/Permissives: Active
- How did you get Jerry to wash the car?
- Easy! He knows I'll only let him use it if it's clean.
- Good idea! Have him clean his room, too!
Causatives/Permissives: Passive
- Get your hair cut immediately!
- But I had it cut yesterday.
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