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Basic 3

English Discoveries WORKBOOK

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Dear Student, Welcome to the English Discoveries Student Workbook for Basic 3. Using this workbook will help you practice your English. Each unit of the workbook corresponds directly to a unit in the English Discoveries Basic 3 course. After completing a unit within the course, you should complete the corresponding activities in the workbook. The units in this workbook integrate all four language skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing. The workbook units also provide a wide range of grammar and vocabulary activities. If you want to refer to the computer lesson texts while you are away from your computer, you can find them in the workbook Appendix. Special emphasis has been given throughout the workbook to speaking and writing activities. You will see that you have many opportunities to express yourself in both spoken and written English. We hope you enjoy using this program, The English Discoveries Team

CONTENTS

Unit 1 Getting A Job

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Unit 2 Business Matters

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Unit 3 Planning A Vacation

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Unit 4 Eating Out

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Unit 5 Traveling Abroad

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Unit 6 Emotions

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Unit 7 Making Excuses

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Unit 8 Tickets, Please!

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Unit 9 Saving Energy

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Unit 10 Knowing A Second Language

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Appendix Lesson Texts

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Basic 3 Unit

Unit 1

Getting A Job

Voice Mail a. Answer the following questions about the computer lesson.

1.

Who does Melissa Sanchez work for? Melissa Sanchez works for Core - Tech

2.

What did Melissa speak to Robert about? Melissa speaks about the computer engineering job.

3.

Why does Melissa call Robert? Because she would like to schedule an interview with him.

4.

What will Robert probably do next? He probably will call her or will send an e-mail.

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b. Imagine you are Robert. You can’t come to the interview. You need to call Melissa and leave her a voice mail message. Write the message you are going to leave her. Explain why you can’t come and suggest a different time and day.

Hi Melissa. It’s Robert. I’m very sorry but I will not be able to attend the scheduled meeting, I have a personal inconvenien Thank you very much for your understanding.

c. Complete the voice mail message using the words below.

job • back • e-mail • last week • forward • schedule

Hi Sam. This is Alex Car calling from Range Services. We spoke last week about the graphic design

job

. I’d like to schedule an interview with you

next Monday, October 14th, at 11:00 A.M. Please call me back at 683-421-6789. Or, you can send me an Looking forward

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e-mail at [email protected].

to speaking to you soon.

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My Education Plans a. Did you understand the reading text, “My Education Plans”? Match the sentence parts about Jane, the writer, in column B to the opening phrases in column A. A

B

1. In a couple of years,...

a. Jane began taking a special training course.

2. Recently,...

b. Jane plans to study at a university.

3. When she was in high school,...

c. Jane will have her own company.

4. Maybe one day...

d. Jane will be able to choose the courses she wants.

5. When the course ends next month,...

e. Jane had to study many subjects she didn’t like.

6. When she goes to university,...

f. Jane is going to apply for a job at a department store.

1. b

2. a

3. e

4. c

5. f

6. d

b. What about your education plans? Write about what you did in the past, what you are doing now, and what your future plans are.

My Future Plan

When I was in high school I studied chemistry and biology.. Recently, I am finishing my career in Tourism and Hospitality.. In Maybe one day I will have my own agency in Lago Agrio..

c. Share your future plans with a partner.

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d. Read the ad and mark the sentences below which you can use in an application e-mail for the job it describes.

Wanted: “All-In-One Department Store” is looking for a young, energetic salesperson for our new ladies’ fashion department. Priority to people with experience in sales. Full-time basis. Must be flexible and willing to work overtime. Very good salary! Please call Marjorie Jones at 974-5388, or e-mail: [email protected] X

1. I am willing to work as many hours as is necessary. 2. I am not interested in a full-time job.

X

3. I have no experience but I am a very fast learner. 4. I have never worked in sales before.

X

5. I love fashion and I believe I will be very good for your fashion department.

e. Use the sentences in activity d. to help you write an e-mail applying for the job. From: Andrés García Date: September 21, 2018 To: Marjorie Jones Subject: Salesperson Wanted Dear Ms. Jones, I'm Andrés García, I'm very interested in your job offer. I am willing to work full time and overtime if it’s necessary. I have worked as a salesman for two years in "Shoes Andresito’s Sales Department” I have no experience in the fashion department but I'm a very fast learner. I hope you give me the opportunity to work with you.

f. Exchange e-mails with a partner. Suggest how you can improve each other’s e-mails.

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Phone Call a. Do you remember the dialogue from the computer lesson? Mark who said what.

Secretary

Caller x

1. Certainly. She’ll be back next Monday. 2. Well, I’d really prefer to speak to Ms. Blake. 3. Good morning. Susan Blake’s office.

x

x

4. Can I help you?

x

5. Fine. I’ll call her then.

x

6. Hello, I’d like to speak to Ms. Blake, please.

x

b. Imagine you are the caller from the dialogue. Monday arrives, you call Ms. Blake again, but she’s still not in. Mark the sentences you can say.

1. Please tell Ms. Blake I’ll see her now. 2. I’m very sorry but Ms. Blake is still in Washington. X

3. When will Ms. Blake be back?

c. Write a dialogue between you and Ms. Blake’s secretary. Use the sentences from activities a. and b. to help you.

You: Hello. I’d like to speak to Ms. Blake. I called one week ago. Secretary: I’m very sorry but Ms. Blake is still in Washington. You: When will Ms. Blake be back? Secretary: Well, she’s be back Wednesday in the morning. You: Could you call me back immediately she arrives please? Secretary: Sure, I'll call you as soon as she arrives. d. Practice your dialogue with a partner.

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Models: Be Able To a. Read the following job ads and match them to the people described below. A

B

Are you able to do at least three things at the same time? If you are, we need you! “Global Travels” is looking for an energetic secretary who is able to work at a very fast pace. Call: 955-3503 D

C “Mountain Hikes” is looking for a hiking guide for small groups of tourists at home and abroad. Must be fit and able to climb mountains with no problems. Call: 395-7156

“Toys for Kids” is looking for experienced salespeople who are able to sell ice to the Eskimos! Good salary for those suitable. E-mail: [email protected]

Wanted: a chef for our new restaurant on Main Street – “The Bistro”. Must be able to cook basic but good dishes. Work includes evenings and weekends. Call: 472-9542

1. Jane is very popular. She can persuade you to do anything. She also loves children and likes working in stores.

C

2. Paul is married with three children. He likes spending time with his family. He is especially good in the kitchen.

D

3. Steven is single and loves to travel. He is very fit and he loves adventure. He also likes people.

B

4. Mary is a very dynamic person. She is very organized and has lots of energy. The only thing she’s not very good at is cooking.

A

b. Discuss your choices with a partner. Talk about what each of the people is able and not able to do.

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Unit 2

Business Matters

Business a. Read Mr. James’ answer to Don Barnes’ message. Fill in the blanks using the phrases below.

ask your bank manager to come • call you in the afternoon meet for lunch • received your message • talk tomorrow morni

"Hello, Mr. Barnes. This is Mr. James returning your call. I (1) received your message

this morning and I wanted to let you know

that it’s fine to (2) call you in the afternoon

. I think it’s a good idea to

(3) ask your bank manager to come

so he can help you make any immediate

decisions. I know you asked me to (4)

meet for lunch

, but

I have meetings all afternoon, so maybe we can (5) talk tomorrow morning ."

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b. Don Barnes calls his bank manager, Mr. Scardi, and asks him to join him and Mr. James for lunch. Write Don’s message to his bank manager. Use the sentences from activity a. to help you. Include the following information:

• who is coming to lunch • where you are meeting for lunch • what time you are meeting • the reason for the meeting

Hello, Mr. Scardi. This is Don Barnes speaking. I called you because I would like you come to lunch today at Carlo's Restaurant at 2 p.m. The reason for the meeting is to have your opinion and approval on the plans for the new factory. Mr. James is coming to lunch, too. Only we three will be in the lunch. Please call me immediately to confirm the meeting today. Goodbye.

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Basic 3 Unit 2

London a. Read Arlene’s second e-mail to Yvonne. Then read the descriptions of three factories below and mark the one that is the most suitable for Arlene’s T-shirt factory.

From: Arlene Ericson To: Yvonne Bilingsly Subject: T-shirt factory Dear Yvonne, Thanks for your e-mail. I’m really pleased that you’ve decided to take the job. I’m sure you will do very well. I am still looking for a location for the T- shirt factory, but it’s not easy to find the right place. I want a small or medium-sized factory that is not too expensive. I also want it to be not too far from the center of town, but not too close either because I don’t want to be in traffic jams every morning. I prefer to buy the factory rather than rent it. That way we can do what we like with it. I will let you know when I find something. Regards, Arlene Factory Description: A big factory that is in the center of town. It’s for sale, but the price is very high. A small factory that is in the center of town, and the rent is cheap. X

A medium-sized factory that is not far from the center of town and is for sale at quite a cheap price.

b. Read the text again and decide if the following statements are true or false.

1. Yvonne is going to work for Arlene, after all. T/F True 2. Arlene is optimistic about working with Yvonne. T/F True 3. Arlene is finding it easy to look for a new factory. T/F False 4. Arlene doesn't really mind where the factory is located. T/F False 5. Arlene doesn't want the responsibility of owning her own factory. T/F False

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Fax it a. Do you remember the dialogue, “Fax It”? Rewrite the dialogue by putting the words in the correct order.

1. give / Could / Mr. Block? / you / to / this / very / It’s / important. Could you give this to Mr.Block? It’s very important.

2. sorry. / office / New York / today. / at / I’m / the / Mr. Block’s I’m sorry. Mr. Block’s at the New York office today.

3. afternoon? / Will / here / this / be / Oh, / I / he / see. Oh, I see. Well, will he be here this afternoon?

4. He’s / New York / to / going / No. / be / in / week. / all No. He’s going to be in New York all week.

5. you / Then / could / to / fax / him? / it Then could you fax it to him?

6. right away. / I’ll / it / send / Sure. Sure. I’ll send it right away.

b. You have an important parcel to give Mr. Block, but Mr. Block is on vacation until next week. Write a dialogue between you and Mr. Block’s secretary. Use the phrases from activity a. to help you.

You:

I have a very important parcel to Mr. Block.

Mr. Block’s secretary: Oh, I see. Well, I will send your message today. You:

Could you give me the Mr. Block’s address to send the parcel?

Mr. Block’s secretary: Sure. I’ll call back you at 3 P.M. You:

Ok. Please, don’t forget to say Mr. Block. I’ll wait for your call.

Mr. Block’s secretary: Yes, I will call him now. Don’t worry. c. Practice your dialogue with a partner.

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d. Match sentences in column B to the apprpriate situations in column A. A

B

1. You are asking Mr. Block’s secretary to have him call you back when he arrives. e

a. “Would you mind helping me with this? I don’t think I have all the information.”

2. You are asking a colleague to help you write a report. a

b. “Can you tell me a little about your experience in this kind of work?”

3. You are asking Mr. Block’s secretary for the location of his office. d

c. “I’m sorry, but I can’t make our appointment today. Would you mind rescheduling for later in the week?”

4. You are interviewing someone for a job and are asking him to tell you about himself. b

d. “Could you give me your exact address again?”

5. You are calling to postpone an important business meeting. c

e. “Please ask him to call me back as soon as possible.”

e. Choose one of the situations from activity d. and write a dialogue for it.

You: Can you tell me a little about your experience in this kind of work? Your partner: Oh sure. I have worked for three years selling health products. You: We need staff to work full time and also over time. Do you have time? Your partner: Yes, I have. I am ready to work full time, I also have my own vehicle. You: That is excellent. The boss’ staff will call you on Monday for other meeting. Your partner: Okay. I will be here on Monday. Please could you confirm the time. You: Sure, the meeting will be at 9 A.M. Please, bring your identification. Your partner: Thank you very much for the opportunity. f. Practice your dialogue with your partner.

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Modals: Must and Had To a. Read the following dialogue between Arlene and Yvonne. Fill in the blanks using the modals: had to, didn’t have to, must, mustn’t.

Yvonne:

Arlene, you (1) have to opening a T-shirt factory.

tell me how you got the idea of

Arlene:

Well, I (2) had to leave school at 16 to help my parents and I got a job in a clothing factory.

Yvonne:

Really? Wow, working in a factory as a teenager (3) must be hard!

Arlene:

It was all right, actually. We (4) didn’t have to work too hard – only 6 hours a day. The only thing I really didn’t like was the horrible brown uniform we (5) must wear.

Yvonne:

Brown? I like brown. By the way, we (6) mustn’t some rules for our factory workers.

Arlene:

OK, but we (7) have to don’t want to wear!

decide on

make them wear anything they

b. Help Yvonne and Arlene write a list of rules for their factory. Write what their workers must and mustn’t do.

Our Factory Rules 1. They mustn’t smoke inside the factory. 2. All must wear safety glasses and a helmet. 3. Anyone mustn’t use the cellphone in the factory. 4. All must register at the entrance and exit 5. You mustn’t drink alcoholic beverages or work in ethyl state.

c. Exchange your rules with your partner. See if he/she has any other good rules to add to your list.

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Unit 3

Basic 3 Unit 3

Planning A Vacation

Flight to Mumbai a.

Read the following airport announcements. Fill in the blanks using the words below.

Airlines • boarding • check-in • flight • passengers • please

“Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. British Airways (1) flight239 is now boarding from gate number 5. All (2) passengerson th

“Ladies and gentlemen, may I have your attention, (4) please. Would the last passengers on Air Canada (5) Airlinesflight 747 to N

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b. Read this dialogue between two passengers on a plane. Mark the sentences below true or false.

Terri: Bob: Terri: Bob: Terri:

Hello! Hi. I see our seats are next to each other! Yes, that’s nice. My name’s Terri. Hi, Terri. I’m Bob. So what are you planning to do in St. Thomas? I’m just on vacation. I’m staying with some friends. There’s a big dance festival next week which I’m hoping to get tickets for. How about you? Bob: I’m here on business. You see, I’m one of the producers of the dance festival. Terri: Wow! How exciting! Bob: Yes, but it’s hard work. I have a few extra tickets to the festival, if you like. You can bring your friends. Terri: Really? That would be wonderful! Thank you. Announcer: Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. On behalf of the captain and the crew, we’d like to welcome you on board Delta Airlines Flight 449 to Atlanta. We are now preparing for take-off. Please straighten your seats and fasten your seat belts. Thank you, and we hope you have a pleasant flight. True 1. Bob and Terri meet on the plane because their seats are next to each other.

False

x x

2. Bob is going to St. Thomas to see the dance festival. x

3. Terri is going to stay with friends.

x 4. Bob invites Terri to stay with his friends in St. Thomas. 5. The announcer asks the passengers to fasten their seat belts because they will soon be landing.

x

c. Practice the dialogue from activity b. with a partner.

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Village Tours a. Read what these people say about the vacations they are planning. Then read the “Village Tours” brochure on the next page and fill in the vacation that they have chosen.

1 Harry: “I really need a vacation, some time to relax somewhere and not do too much, just enjoy blue skies and sunshine with my girlfriend. But I can’t spend too much money on this trip. So I’ve chosen the Best of Paris

Sheila: “It’s so hot here now in the summer,

vacation.”

2

I feel like going somewhere cold and snowy with my family. I don’t mind what kind of vacation it is as long as it’s exciting and suitable for children. I think we will enjoy the vacation.”

Alpine Magic

3 Laura: “I feel like getting away for a couple of days and doing some sightseeing in one of the capital cities in Europe. Money is no problem for me so I’ve booked the Romantic Greece vacation.”

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Village Tours

Vacation Brochure

Village Tours is now offering 3 exciting vacation packages at special price

ALPINE MAGIC Round-trip + 3 nights in the Alps Ski Resort in Switzerland, full board. Price: $670, not including rental cost of skiing ge

BEST OF PARIS 4 nights in the Eiffel Hotel in the center of Paris + free tickets to all the best shows and museums in town – now

ROMANTIC GREECE The perfect romantic getaway: 5 nights at the five-star Crete Island Hotel, Greece. $500 including return tickets and half boa b. Which vacation would you like to go on? Explain your answer.

I would like to go on the Alpine Magic package, because I like outdoor activities. This is a suitable place for children. I would like to practice sports in the snow. This tourist package is perfect for my family. I would like to see the snow and animals of the sector.

.

c. Write your own vacation ad. Use the words and phrases from the ads above to help you.

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Vacation at Last a. Do you remember the dialogue from the computer lesson? Here are two more people talking about their vacation plans. Put the dialogue in the correct order by numbering the order of the sentences. 6

Yes. I forgot to bring my skis!

4

First I’m going to go shopping.

2

Me, too. But…

5

Shopping?

1

Vacation at last. I’m going to go skiing every day.

3

But what? What’s the matter?

b. You and your friend are going on one of the vacations below. Write a dialogue about what you are going to do.

a beach vacation in Costa Rica a cycling vacation in the Appalachian Mountains a skiing vacation in the Swiss Alps

You: Your friend: You: Your friend: You: Your friend:

c. Practice the dialogue with a partner.

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Modals: Should a. Liz is on vacation in Jamaica. Somebody stole her bag. Liz calls her friend, Judy, and asks her what she should do. Complete the dialogue below using the correct form of the modal should.

Liz:

Hi, Judy! Listen, it’s Liz. My bag was stolen a few minutes ago. I had everything in there – all my money, my passport, my airline tickets!

Judy: Oh, no! You Liz:

keep things like that in your bag!

Well, it’s a bit late to tell me that now! What

Judy: Well, first I think you Liz:

? call the Police.

Oh, my goodness. I think I see a man holding my bag. It must be the thief! I try to get it back?

Judy: No, no, you

do anything dangerous! Just call the police!

b. Give a friend advice about the vacations below. Complete the table with a sentence about each.

You should… 1. skiing 2. camping 3. safari 4. beach 5. go sightseeing

c. Compare your answers with a partner.

You shouldn’t…

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Unit 4 Eating Out

Food a. Complete this dialogue between Gore May and the manager of the “Prima Vera” restaurant.

clean • cold • expensive • food • fresh • ingredients • stone Manager:

Is everything all right, sir?

Gore May:

No, it isn’t. I had to wait 45 minutes for my table and it wasn’t even (1) clean

Manager:

.

Well, we are very busy at lunchtime. Your table looks clean to me. What did you think of our (2) food

Gore May:

Everything is very (3) expensive

? .

How can you explain charging $15 for strawberries and cream? Manager:

We serve the best of everything and the best (4) ingredients are very expensive.

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Gore May:

Well, you certainly didn’t serve me the best rolls! They weren’t (5) fresh

, the grilled fish was (6) cold

and I found a (7) stone Manager:

in the chocolate nut cake.

Most people say our food is delicious. Perhaps you just don’t like Italian food.

b. Your local radio station has asked you to write a review of a restaurant that you visited recently. Include the following information in your review:

• Name of the restaurant • Prices – Was the restaurant cheap/expensive or reasonable? • Type of food – What did you eat? Was it fresh? Was it tasty? • Service – Was the waiter polite and friendly? • Waiting time for a table – Did you have to wait a long time? • Cleanliness – Were the tables clean? • Advice to listeners – Do you recommend this restaurant?

My Restaurant Review

c. Read your review to the class. Record your review and play it to the class.

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Pearl’s Party Service a. Did you understand all the words in the reading text, “Pearl’s Party Service”? Put the words below in the correct categories.

baked • cake • chicken • cream • delicious • fish • fresh grilled • homemade • strawberries • rolls • salad • whipped

Words to describe food

Kind of food

b. Circle the correct word in the sentences below.

1. I love the smell of fresh/freshly baked bread in the morning. 2. She makes the most delicious/deliciously food. 3. He runs a very successful/sucessfully restaurant. 4. This restaurant is nice, but it's very expensive/expensively. 5. The critic complained angry/angrily about the bad service. 6. We are expecting important/importantly guests for dinner.

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c. Imagine you are planning a dinner party with the help of “Pearl’s Party Service”. Fill out the following form with the relevant information.

Pearl’s Party Service Reservation Form Type of party: Date and time: First courses: Main courses:

Number of guests: Place: Desserts: Drinks: Other requirements:

d. Complete the dialogue between a customer for Pearl's Party Service and Pearl.

Customer: Hello, is that Pearl's Party Service? Pearl:

Yes, it is. (1)

?

Customer: I'd like to book a party service. Pearl:

(2)

?

Customer: It's a birthday party for my son. Pearl:

(3)

?

Customer: I'm expecting about 50 guests. Pearl:

(4)

?

Customer: The party is next Wednesday. Pearl:

(5)

.

Customer: We'd like lots of salads and fruit. Pearl:

OK. I'll send you a sample menu.

e. Take turns with a partner phoning “Pearl's Party Service” to order your party.

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Japanese Restaurant a. Do you remember the dialogue “Japanese Restaurant”? Complete the dialogue for another couple who are planning a meal out.

Man:

Where do you want to have (breakfast / lunch / dinner)?

Woman: Let’s go to the new (Italian / Japanese / French) restaurant on (High Street / Fifth Avenue / Oxford Street). Man:

Do you want to (walk / get the bus / take a

taxi)? Woman:

Oh, let’s (walk / get the bus / take a

taxi). Man:

Would you like to (see a movie / go to an art gallery / go to a rock concert) after we eat?

Woman:

(Yes, I would / No, not really), thanks.

b. Practice your dialogue with a partner. Take turns reading the different parts. c. You are going out for a meal. Answer the following questions:

1. What meal are you going to eat out?

2. What kind of restaurant do you want to eat in?

3. How are you going to get there?

4. Are you going to do something after the meal?

d. Develop a dialogue with a partner. Use the phrases from activity a. to help you.

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Past Progressive: Progressive vs. Simple a. Gore May went to review another restaurant. Number the pictures of what happened in the correct order.

5

pay / come over

3

2

read / spill

enjoy / start

4

1

eat / break

wait / crash

b. Complete Gore May’s restaurant review.

Hello, listeners! This is Gore May with another restaurant review! Last week I made a reservation for the new French restaurant, Le Vieux Chalet. I was very disappointed. While I (1) was waiting manager of the restaurant (2) was

for my table, the

into me and didn’t even

apologize! Then while I (3) looked (4) (5) weren’t fresh

the menu, a waiter accidentally spill

soup all over me. And what about the food? Well, as

my chicken, I suddenly (6) broke

my tooth on

a stone. Dessert was more successful. I had delicious strawberries and cream, but as I (7) don’t like (8) was the manager (10) came

my dessert, someone at the next table smoking. Finally, when I (9) paid

the bill,

to apologize. But by then it was too late!

Listeners, if you want a good meal out, don’t go to Le Vieux Chalet!

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Unit 5

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Traveling Abroad

Airport Arrivals a.

Mark the sentences you would say when meeting someone at an airport.

X

1. How was your flight?

X

2. Where is your seat? 3. Were you waiting long?

X

4. Our flight is arriving in Washington shortly. 5. Where’s your luggage? 6. You must be tired! 7. Please fasten your seat belts.

X

8. Have a good time!

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b. Read the voice mail message from John to his wife and answer the questions that follow.

“Hi, darling! I’ve finally arrived in London! The flight was very long… 23 hours! We had a stopover in Bangkok for an hour. You won’t believe what happened! The airline lost my suitcase! Alan took me directly to a clothing store nearby to buy a new suit. I’ll talk to you later! Bye!” 1. How long was John’s flight? It was very longer 23 hu 2. Where did John have a stopover? We had a stopover in Bangkok for n hoo 3. What happened to John’s suitcase? The airline lost my suitcase! 4. Where did Alan take John?

Alan took his directly to a cloting

c. You just got off of a long flight. Write a text message to a friend. Include the following information:

• Where you are • Something that happened during the flight • When you will be back home

d. Exchange text messages with a partner. Write a message in reply to your friend’s text message.

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Rita’s Trip Abroad a. Put the words below under the correct headings.

boat • foreigner • hotel • immigration form • immigration officer • passport plane • round-trip ticket • tent • train • touris

TRAVEL

TRANSPORTATION boat train plane

ACCOMMODATION

hotel youth hostel tent

OBJECTS

Passport Round-trip ticket Immigration form

PEOP LE

Foreigner Immigration officer Tourist

b. Imagine you are Rita. Complete this postcard to be sent home to your parents in Mexico. Use the words below to help you.

great • happy • nice • English • clearly • sightseeing • good • slowly

Dear Mom and Dad, I am having a (1) greattime this summer in America. Washington is a (2) nicecity and I am doing a lot of (3) sightseeing. At fi (6) slowlyand (7) clearlyand they are very (8) happyI’m visiting. I hope you are both well, Love, Rita

c. Imagine you are traveling abroad. Write a postcard home to your family.

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Information a. How well do you remember the dialogue from the computer lesson? Number the sentences below in the correct order.

a. Every 30 minutes. b. Where’s the bus stop? c. How often does the bus stop here? d. Excuse me. How can I get to the Tower Hotel? e. It’s in front of this building. f. The easiest way is by taxi, but there’s a bus, too. b. Write a dialogue for this situation. Use the words and phrases from activity a. to help you.

You are a tourist and you want to find the train station. Ask a stranger for directions.

You: Stranger: You: Stranger: You: Stranger:

c. Practice your dialogue with a partner.

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Future Tenses a. Rita is spending the summer with her aunt and uncle in Washington. This weekend she is going on a trip. Look at the contents of her bag and then answer the questions below.

1. Where is Rita going for the weekend? 2. Does Rita expect that the weather will be cold? How do you know? 3. What is she going to do there? 4. What is the date of her trip? 5. Do you think Rita will enjoy herself? Why / Why not?

b. Compare your answers with a partner.

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c. Choose one of the destinations from the list below and imagine you are going there on vacation. Then answer the following questions about your vacation.

• A beach vacation in the South of France • A sightseeing tour of New York and Washington • A hiking trip in the Swiss Alps • A shopping trip to Hong Kong 1. What time of the year are you going to go on your vacation? Why?

2. How are you going to get there?

3. Will you need to know English to enjoy this vacation? Why / Why not?

4. What are three things that you will need to take with you?

5. What are three things that you are going to do once you get there?

d. Tell the class about the vacation you have chosen. Take a class vote on the most popular vacation.

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Unit 6 Emotions

Drama a. How well do you remember the radio drama, “Hospital Adventures”? Mark what each character said. Morg an 1 . 2 .

“What a headache! Where am I? Who am I? Who are you?” “Will Chad get well? Will he get his memory back?”

3 “It seems that we’ll have to operate.” . 4 . 5 . 6 .

“Doctor, I’m so worried. What are we going to do?” “You’ll remember that last time, Chad was in an accident.” “He’s still sleeping. The nurse just took his temperature. He has a fever.”

Cha d

Docto r

Narrat or

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b. Answer the following questions about the radio drama. Write complete sentences.

1. What is the name of the radio drama?

2. Who is Morgan?

3. What was the cause of Chad’s accident?

4. What happened to Chad as a result of the accident?

5. What does the doctor want to do?

6. What do you think will happen next?

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Malcolm’s Special Day a. The pictures below show scenes from the story “Malcolm’s Special Day”. Number the pictures in the correct order and write a sentence to describe each picture.

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

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b. Tell your partner what happened to Malcolm on his special day. Use the pictures from activity a. to help you. c. How do the people below feel? Match what they said in column A with their emotions in column B. A

B

1. “Ah… this is the life! Just sea, sun, and beautiful skies.”

a. lonely

2. “I’ll probably never see my best friend again. I’m going to miss him so much.”

b. exited

3.

c. surprised

“Wow! When did you decide to paint all the walls bright orange?”

4. “I don’t have any friends. Nobody loves me!”

d. nervous

5. “I hope I do well in this job interview. I hope I don’t do anything stupid.”

e. relaxed

6. “Ooooh, what fun! Today’s my birthday!”

f. upset

d. Imagine you are either Malcolm or his wife, Debbie. Write about your day in your diary.

May 15 Dear Diary, Today started off badly but ended up great!

e. Read your partner’s diary and guess who he/she is.

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There’s Tom a. Rewrite the following sentences by putting the words in the correct order.

1. There’s / Look. / Tom.

2. talk / him? / don’t / Why / you / over / go / and / to

3. I / Do / think / should? / you

4. you / him, / like / If / ought / to. / really / you

5. me? / talk / But / doesn’t / what / he / if / want / to / to

6. worry / Well, / shouldn’t / that. / you / about

b. Write a dialogue for the following situation.

Alan is nervous before his job interview. He is afraid he will say and do all the wrong things. His friend Dan tries to calm him down and gives him advice on how to do well in the interview. Alan: Dan: Alan: Dan: Alan: Dan:

c. Practice the dialogue with your partner.

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Past Progressive: Statements, Questions and Answers a. Write sentences describing what Malcolm’s family were doing before his party. Use the words in parentheses.

(bake/a cake)

(decorate/the room)

1. Debbie

2. Malcolm’s friends .

.

(set/the table)

(make/popcorn)

3. Malcolm’s mother

4. Malcolm’s brother .

.

b. Complete the dialogue between Chad and his doctor using the verbs in parentheses. Chad:

Tell me doctor, what (1)

Doctor: You (2) Chad:

I can’t believe that I (3)

Doctor: Maybe you (5) Chad:

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(I do) when the accident happened? (walk) home from work. (not look) here I (4)

(go)!

(daydream)?

Perhaps. I wish I could remember what I (6)

(think) about.

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Unit 7

Basic 3 Unit 7

Making Excuses

Family a. Susan’s mother left her the following voice mail message. Fill in the missing words, using the word bank below.

call • headache • lie down • party • pill • worry

“Hello Dear,

I’m sorry to hear that you have a (1) . I hope the (2)

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The Party a. Read what happened at Jason’s party. Use the table below to match the characters to the things they said.

The Party – Part 2

At first, things didn’t go very well at Jason’s party. When Jason arrived, Jack and Paul, his two best friends, hadn’t arrived yet because t didn’t bring the hot dogs because her dog ate them all. But despite all this, once the party got going it was a great success and everyon

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1. “Guess what! Fido ate all the hot dogs!”

a. Jack and Paul

2. “Sorry we’re late. We got stuck in terrible traffic.”

b. Mina

3. “I’m afraid I didn’t have time to change before the party.”

c. Betty

4. “I don’t think I can make it this evening. I feel really ill.”

d. Lenny

5. “I was in such a hurry to get here that I forgot the present!”

e. Dr. Meredith

6. “I have to go! They need me at work!”

f. Linda

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Lunch a. Do you remember the dialogue “Lunch”? Use the words below to complete the dialogue.

afraid • busy • eat • lunch • maybe • tomorrow • work

Ted:

How about having (1)

Carol: I’m (2) Ted:

with me, Carol? I can’t today, Ted. I’m too (3)

But you have to (4)

.

Carol: No. Really, Ted, I have to (5) Ted:

Well, maybe (6)

Carol: (7)

.

. , then?

.

b. Your friend is feeling sad. You want to cheer him/her up. You try to persuade him/her to go out with you. Write a dialogue for this situation. You:

How about

Your friend: No, thanks. You:

But you have to

Your friend: I really don’t feel like You:

Then maybe

Your friend: Well, maybe, but c. Practice the dialogue with your partner. Then try to change the ending by letting your partner try to persuade you.

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Infinitives: After Adjectives a. Read Jenny’s invitation to Jason’s party. Then complete the guests’ replies with suitable adjectives and infinitives.

It´s Jason´s birthday on Friday, April 13

I hope you can come and celebrate with us. Jason will be delighted to see you all. It’s a surprise party, so please be here by And don’t forget! It’s a surprise!

1

Hi Jenny. It’s very (1) of you to (2) us to Jason’s party. However, I’m (3) to (4) you that we won’t be able to come because we’ll be away for the weekend. Sarah

We were (5) to (6) your invitation to Jason’s party. We’ll be (7) to (8) to the party, of course! Please let me know if you need us to pr

3

Dear Jenny. I was very (10) to (11) that you are having a party for Jason and that I wasn´t invited. Although we´ve had our disagreements in the past, it would be (12) to (13) Jason´s birthday together. I´ve decided to come to the party anyway. I hope that´s OK with you.

Kate

b. Who is coming to the party? Compare your guest list with a partner’s.

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Tickets, Please!

The Audition a. Answer the following questions about the computer lesson.

1. What does Michael do for a living?

2. What is “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”?

3. Why is Barry meeting with Michael?

4. Why is Michael excited to meet with Barry?

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b. Do you remember Michael and his agent, Barry, from the video? Later the same day, Barry left Michael a voice mail message. Read what Barry said and answer the question that follows.

Hi, Michael.

It’s Barry here. I spoke again to the director of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”. He said they want to finish all the auditions today. I k Let me know what you want to do. Bye for now!

c. Imagine you are Michael. You want to call Barry and leave him a voice mail message. Write the message you are going to leave him. Write about what you decided to do.

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Tickets, Please! a. Mark the correct boxes in the table below.

The Usher

The Audience

1. sees performances for free. 2. sits during the performance. 3. waits in line for tickets. 4. can be fired if he/she sits in the aisle. 5. usually stands at the entrance to the auditorium. 6. tells people to be quiet during a performance.

b. Samantha Page isn’t an usher anymore. Complete what she says about her life today with the words below.

actress • auditorium • curtain • famous • intermission • performances program • quiet • stand • usher

“People often ask me what it’s like to be an (1)

. I tell them it’s

not such an easy job. You have to work very hard and most (2) are in the evening so you have to work very late hours. If you have a big part, you have to (3)

most of the time and you can only rest during the

(4)

. Also, I hate it when people talk during a performance.

I remember when I was an (5) (6)

I had to keep the audience

, but usually there isn’t anything you can do.

Of course, when the (7) audience sitting in the (8) my name in the theater (9)

goes up and you see the , it’s a very special feeling. It’s fun seeing and being recognized by people in the

street. Still, I’ll always remember beginning my career as an usher, before I was (10) !” c. Compare your answers with your partner’s.

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Excuse Me a. Do you remember the dialogue “Excuse Me”? Rewrite the dialogue by putting the following words in the correct order.

1. see / and / please? / May / your / I / passport / ticket, 2. Ah... / me? / Excuse 3. please. / need / passport, / your / ticket / and / I / your 4. are. / they / Oh, / didn’t / I / sorry. / understand. / Here / you

b. Imagine that you have come from very far to see a football game. At the gate, you discover there is a problem: You have left the tickets at home. Write a dialogue between you and the ticket clerk using the phrases below. Try to convince him to let you in.

It’s not my fault... Someone made a terrible mistake. I’ve come from very far. You have to help me. I’m sorry, but I’m afraid... I understand, but... Ticket clerk: You: Ticket clerk: You: Ticket clerk: c. Practice the dialogue with your partner.

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Adverbs: Frequency Impersonal Statements: Empty Subject a. How often do you do the activities in the table below? Complete the table. How often do you…

Never

Rarely

Sometime s

Often

1. go to a tennis match? 2. go to the theater? 3. travel abroad? 4. go to see an art exhibition? 5. go to a museum? 6. go to the movies? 7. go to see a football game? b. Compare your answers with a partner’s. Who does the most leisure activities?

c. Match the statements or questions in column B to the situations in column A.

A

B

1. You can’t hear what your friend is saying because the noise at the airport is too loud.

a. Do you know how long it takes to get to London by train?

2. Your friend wants to know how long a train trip to London will take.

b. It doesn’t matter, we can always catch the next bus. It leaves in half an hour.

3. You are at the tourist information center. You want to know how the weather will be today. 4. You want to catch the bus to Liverpool, but as you are running you see the bus leave. Your friend tries to comfort you.

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c. I’m sorry, but I can’t hear a word you’re saying. It’s far too noisy in here.

d. Excuse me, I was wondering if you could tell me, is it going to rain today, or will it be sunny?

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Unit 9

Saving Energy

Introduction a. Complete the conversation with the words below. appliances • bill • energy-efficient • save • thermostat • waste Lydia:

My electricity (1)

was really high this month! I need to

figure out ways to (2)

energy.

Henry: Do you use a lot of electrical (3)

? Dishwashers

and clothes dryers can (4) Lydia:

a lot of energy.

I know, but I just bought a new dishwasher and dryer, and they are supposed to be very (5)

.

Henry: Have you checked your (6)

? If it’s set too high, you may

be using a lot more electricity than you think. Lydia:

You’re right! I’ve had the heat on a lot this month. Maybe that’s why my bill is so high.

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b. Complete the conditional sentences. Choose from the sentence parts below. When you save energy • take showers instead of baths you waste electricity • you also save money • When you leave the heat on all day

1. If you leave the lights on all day,

.

2.

, you help the environment.

3. If you want to save water,

.

4.

, you waste energy.

5. Another good thing about saving energy is,

.

How to Save Energy a. Do you remember the ideas for saving energy from the computer lesson? What should you do to save energy? Mark “Do” or “Don’t”. Do

Don’t

1. Leave the water running when you wash dishes. 2. Fill your refrigerator with water bottles. 3. Take baths instead of showers. 4. Leave your cell phone charging all night. 5. Use the sun to dry your clothes. 6. Use a thermostat to control the temperature on your air conditioning.

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The Electricity Bill a. Do you remember the conversation Jake had with his mother about saving energy at home? Who said what? Mark the correct name. Jak e 1 .

“Our electricity bill is really high this month.”

2 .

“I'm home studying. I need the lights on.”

3 . 4 .

Jake’s mother

“You don’t need all the lights on in the kitchen and living room.” “How many times do I have to tell you how important it is to save energy?”

5 .

“Did you try putting on a sweater?”

6 .

“You’re right. I am really sorry.”

7 .

“Why don’t you go and relax and I’ll get dinner ready.”

8 .

“Don’t baths waste water?”

b. Imagine you are Jake. Write an e-mail to a friend explaining the conversation you had with your mother. What was the conversation about? Why was your mother upset? How do you plan on changing your behavior? To: From: Subject: Hi!

Hi Sam, I had the worst fight with my mother last night.

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Looking for a Washing Machine a. Do you remember the video with the customer and the salesclerk? Read the sentences below. Mark if they are true or false according to the video. True

False

1. The customer wants to buy a new washing machine. 2. The customer asks for an affordable machine. 3. The salesclerk shows the customer an energy-efficient machine. 4. The machine does not have a short wash. b. Here is another conversation between a customer and a salesclerk. Read the dialogue and answer the questions. Customer:

I’m looking for a refrigerator that is energy-efficient.

Salesclerk:

Here are our refrigerators. They all have great ENERGY STAR

ratings. Customer: Which are the most energy-efficient? Salesclerk:

These over here — the ones with the freezer at the top.

Customer:

I like this model. Do you have it in chrome?

Salesclerk:

No, I’m sorry. It only comes in white.

1. What kind of refrigerator does the customer want to buy?

2. What do we know about the refrigerators in the store?

3. Which models are the most energy-efficient?

4. What is the salesclerk sorry about?

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Make Your Own Energy a. Do you remember the article from the computer lesson? Which places did the article mention as examples of “people power”? a train station a dance club a cell phone company a gym an airport b. Number the sentences about how we can create kinetic energy in the correct order. a. The turbine creates electricity. b. When people use these special machines, they turn a turbine. c. These gyms have special stationary bikes, treadmills, or other exercise machines. d. This electricity then helps power the gym. e. At the gym, everyone is in motion. f. Some gyms decided to use this energy to create power. c. Circle the correct word to complete the sentences. 1. When something stays in one place, it is stationary/in motion/special. 2. When we change something into a different form, we convert/power/unplug it. 3. A treadmill/turbine/display is an engine that has blades that spin to create energy. 4. We call energy that comes from movement kinetic/dance/power energy. 5. A turbine/treadmill/dance floor is an exercise machine that allows you to run while staying in one place. d. Explain to a partner how people can make their own kinetic energy.

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Renewable Energy a. Do you remember the lecture from the computer lesson? Read about a third kind of renewable energy and answer the questions below.

Geothermal energy Another type of renewable energy is geothermal energy. Geo means “earth” and thermal means “heat”. Deep inside the Earth it is very, very hot. We can use this underground heat to warm homes and heat up water. How do we take heat from the ground? One way is with geothermal power plants. At geothermal power plants, workers dig deep into the Earth. Then, they pump steam or hot water to the surface. They convert this steam into electricity.

1. What kind of renewable energy does the writer talk about? 2. Where do we get this kind of energy? 3. How do we get this kind of energy? 4. What does “thermal” mean?

b. Which type of renewable energy do you think is the most useful? Discuss with a partner.

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Unit 10

Knowing A Second Language

Introduction a. Complete the conversation using the words below. raised • bilingual • native speaker’s • culture • vocabulary Liam:

So, Rina, I hear you are (1)

Rina:

Yep! I speak Japanese and English. I was (2)

! speaking

both languages. Liam:

I’m studying Japanese now. But I need to improve my (3)

Rina:

I can help you!

Liam:

That’s a great idea! I could use a (4)

Rina:

There is also a lot to learn about Japanese (5)

.

help! in

addition to the language. Liam:

OK. I would love to learn. When can we start?

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b. Complete Leonardo’s journal entry by writing the words in the correct form of the past and present tenses. Dear Diary, I (1)

(write) to you from a bus in Costa Rica. So far, our trip is

great! Every day, I (2)

(speak) a lot of Spanish! It’s a good

thing I (3)

(decide) to work on my language skills before the

trip! I (4)

(love) meeting new people here. Yesterday, we (5) (go) hiking in a rain forest. We (6)

(have)

such a fun time when suddenly it (7)

(start) to rain! We (8)

(run) to the bus and went back to the hotel. Tomorrow we have another exciting day planned!

The Benefits of Language Learning a. Do you remember the six benefits of learning a second language you read about in the computer lesson? Match the examples to the benefits. Benefi ts

Exampl es

1. Knowing a second language teaches you multitask.

b. New studies found that certain brain diseases showed up later in bilinguals. c. Studies show that it's easier for bilinguals to remember names and shopping lists. d. Knowing more than one language can help you get a better job.

2. Your memory will improve. 3. Learning a second language is good for your health! 4. Learning a second language is good for your résumé! 5. Learning a second language helps your social life. 6. Your first language may also improve. 1.

2.

a. It can help you make friends with people from different countries.

e. After learning another language, you'll start to think more about your first language! f. Bilinguals are better at doing more than one thing at a time. 3.

4.

5.

6.

b. Which benefits of learning a second language are the most important to you? Can you think of any other benefits? Discuss with a partner.

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Being Bilingual a. Do you remember the conversation from the computer lesson? Who said what? Mark the correct name. Sidney

Michelle

1. “Do your parents speak any English?” 2. “They sent me to Chinese school at the weekend.” 3. “I just need to find a partner who knows another language!” 4. “Wow! You can read Chinese!” 5. “That would help!” 6. “I have two sisters.” b. Put the words in the correct order to make sentences. 1. My / Yes. / parents / are / China. / from

2. do, / They / but / so / not / much.

3. language / do / What / you / with / speak / and / brothers / sisters? / your

4. mixture / guess / I / speak / we / a / English / Chinese. / of / and

5. languages?/ two / you / glad / you / Are / know

c. Discuss with a partner the languages you each speak at home and where your families are from.

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Tips for Learning English a. Do you remember the conversation from the computer lesson? Match the advice to the problems. Problems 1. I find it difficult to read long articles in English. 2. Sometimes, people speak too quickly in English. 3. I want to participate in conversations, but I am afraid of making mistakes. 4. How do I know if I am using the correct grammar?

Advice a. Don’t worry about making mistakes. You will learn from them and your speaking skills will improve. b. Don’t let it overwhelm you. Just read one sentence at a time. c. Practice a lot, and find an English speaker who knows grammar well. d. Ask them politely to speak more slowly. b. Your friend is having problems learning English. What advice would you give him/ her? Write a dialogue between you and your friend. Use the words and phrases from activity a. to help you. You: Your friend: You: Your friend: You: Your friend: c. Practice your dialogue with a partner.

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The Bilingual Circle a. Do you remember the Web page for “The Bilingual Circle”? Here are some more testimonials. Complete the testimonials with the words below. community center • founded • participate • support social experiences • webinars

1. “The (1)

we have with other families at the public workshops

are wonderful. We now have new friends from all over are area!” 2. “I am so happy that Karina and Diego (2) this organization! We speak Italian and English with our children and we really enjoy meeting other parents of bilingual children!” 3. “We are so happy to be part of The Bilingual Circle! We go to workshops every month at our (3) . As parents of two bilingual children, the workshops are really helpful!” 4. “My family and I are not able to come to the workshops, but we really enjoy the (4) each month!” 5. “We are very excited to (5) thankful for all the tools and (6)

in the next workshop. We are so we get from The Bilingual

Circle.” b. Think of a new workshop for The Bilingual Circle. Include the following information: •

What will it focus on?

•

How many people is it for?

•

Where will it be held?

•

When is it?

c. Compare what you wrote about in activity b. with a partner.

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Language Channel Podcast a. Answer the questions based on the information you learned from the podcast. 1. What kind of show is The Language Channel?

2. How did Nadia Timmerman research her book?

3. Give two examples of how someone can act differently depending on the language they speak. a. b. b. Miguel Pardo, the host of The Language Channel podcast wrote an e-mail to a friend about his interview with Nadia Timmerman. Complete the e-mail with the words below. There are more words than you need. different • conducted • context • personality • relaxed • slang

Lance Miguel Podcast with Nadia Timmerman

Hey Lance,

Did you listen to my podcast this week? I interviewed Nadia Timmerman about language and personality. She (1) a lot of interesting research on this How about you? Do you feel (5) when you speak French with your family? Listen to my podcast tell me what you think!

Miguel

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Basic 3 Appendix

APPENDIX Lesson Texts

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Unit 1

Getting A Job

Voice Mail Hi Robert. This is Melissa Sanchez calling from Core-Tech. We spoke last week about the computer engineering job. I would like to schedule an interview with you next Wednesday, May 5th, at 10:00 A.M. Please call me back at 914-321-4231. Or, you can send me an e-mail at [email protected]. I look forward to speaking with you soon.

My Education Plans Recently, I began taking a special training course. In the course, I’ll learn what to say during a job interview. When the course ends next month, I’m going to apply for a full-time job at a department store. If they hire me, I’ll be able to earn a good salary and make extra money working overtime, too. I plan to save money and study at a university in a couple of years. Some of my friends aren’t planning to study, but I think it’s important to go. It’s not enough just to have a high-school education. When I was in high school, I had to learn many subjects I didn’t like. But when I go to study at the university, I’ll be able to choose the courses I want. I’m interested in learning business. Maybe one day I’ll have my own company. Then, I can interview people and give them jobs!

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Phone Call -

Good morning. Susan Blake’s office. Hello. I’d like to speak to Ms. Blake, please. I’m sorry. Ms. Blake is in Washington today. Can I help you? Well, I’d really prefer to speak to Ms. Blake. Certainly. She’ll be back next Monday. Fine. I’ll call her then.

Modals: Be Able To - Weren’t you able to stop? - Well, I was able to stop, but the other driver wasn’t.

Gerunds: As Object - I feel tired all the time, doctor. What can I do? - Eat well and exercise. You’ll feel better. - Oh no! I hate exercising!

Gerunds: After Prepositions - I’m thinking about quitting school and getting a job. - You can’t get a good job without finishing school. - But I need the money.

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Education Word

Definition

Example Sentence

college, n.

a place where learners go to study specific subjects

I'm studying history at college.

course, n.

She's taking a course in dressmaking.

examination, n.

a written or practical test of your knowledge (also known as "exam")

I'm studying for my examination in mathematics tomorrow.

fail, v.

to not be successful in doing something

I failed the exam so I have to take it again.

a school that children go to between the ages 14 and 18

After my son finishes high school, he will go to college.

learn, v.

to get knowledge or experience

He speaks Spanish but is learning English

pass, v.

to be successful in an exam or test

I passed the exam with an 80%.

subject, n.

something you learn or teach at school

School students learn many subjects like history, science, and art.

high school, n.

test, n.

training, n.

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a series of lessons in a subject

a set of written or spoken questions to examine your knowledge of a subject, or a practical exam - less formal than an examination process of learning how to do something specific

We had a test in Spanish today and I think I did well.

The training for the job is six months.

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Unit 2

Business Matters

Business Hello, Mr. James? This is Don Barnes, the president of Greater Electric. I’m calling about your plans for the new factory. I’m interested in discussing the matter with you. Can we make an appointment for lunch instead of meeting at my office? Do you mind if I invite my bank manager, too? It’s impossible for me to make any decision about the project unless I have his approval. Please call me this afternoon. I’ll be in meetings all morning. I’ll talk to you later. Goodbye.

London From: Arlene Ericson To: Yvonne Bilingsly Subject: Waiting for your answer

Dear Yvonne, I’m in London on business. I plan to choose a location for another T-shirt factory near the city. I have some offers, and I’m going to see two places this afternoon. Please think about our discussion. I must have an answer as soon as possible. I disagree with your opinion that you can’t manage the business. I think you’ll be great for the job. Arlene

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Fax It - Could you give this to Mr. Block? It’s very important. - I’m sorry. Mr. Block’s at the New York office today. -

Oh, I see. Well, will he be here this afternoon? No. He’s going to be in New York all week. Then could you fax it to him? Sure. I’ll send it right away.

Modals: Must - All our workers must wear safety glasses. And workers must not smoke in work areas.

Modals: Had To - Why are you so tired? - I had to finish a paper so I stayed up all night. Then I got to class and found out that we didn’t have to hand it in.

Modals: Must Not/Don’t Have To - Don’t worry. These bottles are not dangerous. You don’t have to wear gloves over here. - And over there? - Ooh... that’s different. You mustn’t touch anything without gloves over there.

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Work 2 Word

Definition

apply, v.

to request a job

appointment, n.

arrangement to see someone at a certain time

approval, n.

agreement given by someone

I can’t do anything without my wife’s approval.

bank manager,

a person who is in charge of running a bank

He needs to speak to the bank manager about the money he wants to take out.

a job or jobs that you do in your working life

His career is in education.

an organization that buys and sells products or gives services

That company makes furniture.

employed for a standard number of hours (in general 35-40 hours a week)

She has a full-time job so she gets home late every day.

interview, n.

a meeting where someone asks questions to find out if another person is good for a job

I have an interview for a job today.

location, n.

the place or position of something

This is a good location for a factory.

extra hours that someone works in a job

He worked 20 hours overtime last month.

n.

career, n.

company, n.

full-time, adj.

overtime, n.

Example Sentence He applied for a job in a department store. I want to make an appointment to see Mr. Jones.

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Unit 3

Planning A Vacation

Flight to Mumbai Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen, Flight 441 to Mumbai is delayed. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience. Daniel: You’re going to India too? Rebecca: Yes, my company has a factory in Mumbai. Daniel: So you fly there a lot? Rebecca: Yes, I do. Daniel: This is my first trip abroad. Rebecca: Oh, you’ll love Mumbai. It’s a wonderful city. There’s so much to do and see there. Daniel: I’m really excited about going. Rebecca: I hope we board the plane soon. Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen, Flight 441 to Mumbai is now ready to board. Please have your passport and boarding pass ready for the agent at the gate. Thank you for flying Indian Skies Airlines. Rebecca: Wait! You forgot your passport! Daniel: Thanks.

Village Tours Do you dislike taking boring vacations? Does having a good time mean sightseeing in interesting towns and villages?

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Then you should come see us today! It’s not smart to delay. Village Tours has daily nonstop flights to twenty-seven foreign capitals. We sell one-way and round-trip tickets. If you decide to cancel, we’ll return all your money. Village Tours: We’ll send you where the fun is!

Vacation at Last -

Vacation at last. I’m going to the beach every day. Me, too. But… But what? What’s the matter? First I’m going to go shopping. Shopping? Yeah. I forgot to bring my swimsuit.

Modals: Should - Where’s your brother? Didn’t you wait for him? You should always wait for him after school. - Don’t worry, Mom. He was right behind me. He should be here any minute.

Infinitives: After Verbs - Do you like jazz, too? - Well, I like to listen to jazz sometimes, but I love to play rock ‘n’ roll.

Gerunds: After Verbs - When are you going to finish talking? - In a minute. Do you mind waiting? - No, I don’t mind. I enjoy listening to you.

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Travel Word

Definition

Example Sentence

cancel, v.

to say that something arranged will not now happen

We canceled our vacation because I was sick.

connecting flight, n.

a flight in which you have to take more than one plane to get to your destination

You have a connecting flight to New York.

non-stop flight,

a flight from one place to another, which doesn’t stop on the way

n.

There is a non-stop flight from Los Angeles to New York.

rent a car, exp.

to pay for using a car for a short time

When we are on vacation we always rent a car so we can drive to different places.

reserve a hotel room,

to arrange for a room in a hotel

The travel agent reserved a hotel room.

exp.

round-trip, adj.

sightseeing, n. tour, n.

travel agency, n.

travel arrangements, n.

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describes a trip which takes you to a place and back again (also a noun) traveling around a place to see the interesting things in it (also an adjective)

We have round-trip tickets to Hawaii.

I love sightseeing vacations and I take lots of pictures.

a trip or journey around a place (also a verb)

We're going on a tour of the old city.

an organization that makes arrangements for people to go on trips

Best Tours is a great travel agency if you want to go to Europe.

the things you need to do to organize a trip: book tickets, hotel rooms, tours, etc.

The agency made our travel arrangements.

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Unit 4

Eating Out Food

Food Hello, listeners! This is Gore May with another Restaurant review! I made a reservation at Prima Vera Restaurant as soon as I heard about it. I was expecting Prima Vera to be a very special place, and I was looking forward to eating there. I came on time for my 1 p.m. reservation, but I had to wait 45 minutes! The manager didn’t even apologize. While I was waiting, I looked at Prima Vera’s menu. What prices! Strawberries and cream cost $15! Finally, my table was ready, but it was dirty. The rolls weren’t fresh, and the grilled fish was cold. “Perhaps the desserts are better”, I thought. I ordered a slice of chocolate nut cake. While I was eating it, I broke a tooth! I found a small stone in the cake! I complained to the waiter, and phoned my insurance company. Listeners, don’t go to Prima Vera Restaurant! Eat at home. I promise you that you’ll enjoy it a lot more!

Pearl’s Party Service Are you expecting guests for an important dinner party? Are you worried that you won’t be able to plan the party successfully? We at Pearl’s Party Service will prepare the perfect party for you. Here is a sample menu. We usually start with salad and freshly baked rolls. Then, we give you a choice of grilled fish or chicken. And make sure you have room left for dessert. Our desserts are delicious! Your guests will love our fresh strawberries with whipped cream and homemade chocolate nut cake.

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We think of everything: our waiters will even tell a few jokes! So, if you’re planning a party, call Pearl’s Party Service today for a party we promise that you’ll never forget!

Japanese Restaurant -

Where do you want to have dinner? Let’s go to that new Japanese restaurant on Park Avenue. Do you want to walk or take a taxi? Oh, if it’s not far, let’s walk. Would you like to see a movie after we eat? Sounds good to me.

Past Progressive vs. Simple Past The accident happened at eight o’clock this morning, while many people were driving to work. The red sports car was turning left when the other car hit it. Luckily, no one was hurt.

Adverbs: Comparisons - I drive better than she does. - But I drive more slowly. - I’ll drive. I drive the most carefully.

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Talking About Food Word

Definition

Example Sentence

dirty, adj.

not clean

I got food on my shirt and now it's dirty.

recently cooked in the oven

I have freshly baked rolls for breakfast.

frozen, adj.

kept very cold

I took the meat out of the freezer an hour ago so it’s still frozen.

grilled, adj.

cooked over a grill or fire

We had grilled steaks at the restaurant.

homemade, adj.

food prepared in your home

Here is some homemade jam with fruit from our tree.

prepare, v.

to get food ready to cook or eat

I prepared some vegetables for the soup.

ready, adj.

prepared for use or to be eaten

The food is ready; come and eat!

salty, adj.

having lots of salt

These chips are very salty.

sweet, adj.

tasting like sugar

whipped cream, n.

cream which has air mixed into it

freshly baked, adj.

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This cake is very sweet because it has a lot of sugar. Would you like whipped cream with your pie?

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Unit 5

Traveling Abroad

Airport Arrivals Alan: John: Alan: John:

John! Alan! Were you waiting long? No, just a few minutes. How was your flight? Too long. From Sydney to London was twenty-three hours. We had one stopover in Bangkok for about an hour. Alan: Where’s your luggage? John: This is it. Alan: John: Alan: John: Alan: John: Alan: John:

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That’s it? No luggage. Where are your clothes? The airline lost my suitcase and all of my clothes with it. Oh no. Well we’d better get you some clothes today. We have a very important meeting tomorrow morning. I know. Where can I get a new suit? I think I know of a couple of shops nearby. Don’t you want to get some breakfast first? No, thanks. I had breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the plane. Twice, I think. Oh! Alan, let’s just see about the suit.

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Rita’s Trip Abroad “Ladies and gentlemen, our flight is arriving shortly in Washington, D.C.” Rita was looking out the window. Around her people were talking excitedly. Rita was nervous. It was not only her first time abroad, but it was also her first time outside her small village in Mexico. She was visiting her aunt and uncle for the summer. She couldn’t wait to go sightseeing. But she was a little worried about her English. She knew some English from school, and she hoped it was good enough. “Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the capital of the United States”. Rita checked to make sure she had everything: her passport, the immigration form, and her round-trip ticket. She followed the people out of the plane. She waited with the other foreigners while the immigration officials asked each person many questions. Rita was nervous, but the immigration officer patiently repeated each question slowly and clearly. Rita found her suitcase and started walking toward the exit. Many people were waiting outside. She was looking around, when she suddenly heard someone shout her name. “Rita! Rita!” It was her aunt and uncle! “We’re so happy you’re here!” Rita smiled. She knew that she was going to have a good time that summer in America.

Information -

Excuse me. How can I get to the Tower Hotel? The easiest way is by taxi, but there’s a bus, too. Where’s the bus stop? It’s in front of this building. How often does the bus stop here? Every 30 minutes.

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Adverbs: Form - Do you play soccer? Are you good? Can you run quickly? - Oh, yes sir. I play very well and I am a very fast runner.

Future: Will vs. Going To - Is this going to hurt a lot? - Oh, no. Don’t worry, Tommy. It’ll only hurt a little.

Future: Simple Present - Two tickets to Washington, please. - The next plane leaves at 6:00. Is that OK? - That’s fine.

Future: Present Progressive - Are you doing anything tonight after work? - No, I’m going straight home. Why? - I’m meeting some friends for a pizza. Why don’t you come with us? - Thanks. That sounds like fun.

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Travel 2 Word

Definition

Example Sentence

abroad, adv.

in or to a foreign country

They're flying abroad for their vacation.

board, v.

to get on a plane, train, boat, or bus

The flight is boarding at gate 12.

foreigner, n.

a person from a different country

He's not from this country, he's a foreigner.

immigration form, n.

a printed document you fill out when you enter a foreign country

official, n.

passenger, n.

passport, n.

reach, v.

a person who works for an institution such as a government agency a person traveling on a train, plane, boat, or bus an official document with a photograph saying which country you are from and other personal details like your name and date of birth to get in contact with someone

suitcase, n.

a bag to put clothes in when you travel

vacation, n.

time that you spend away from home or work having fun and relaxing

Everybody got an immigration form on the plane. A lot of officials work at the airport. All the passengers are getting off the plane now.

She arrived in the country and showed her passport.

I called many times before I reached her. He couldn’t find his suitcase when he got off the plane. They are on vacation and are having a good time.

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Unit 6 Emotions

Drama Narrator:

Here we are with another episode of “Hospital Adventures”. You’ll remember that last time, Chad was in an accident. He was walking home from work. He wasn’t looking where he was going, and he fell down and hit his head. Now, he’s in the hospital and doesn’t remember who he is.

Friend: Oh, Morgan, I came as soon as I heard! How is he? Morgan: He’s still sleeping. The nurse just took his temperature. He has a fever. Friend: Look! He’s getting up! Chad: What a headache! Where am I? Who am I? Who are you? Morgan: Chad, it’s me, Morgan, your wife. Don’t you remember? Friend: Here comes the doctor. Morgan: Doctor: Morgan: Friend: Chad: Narrator:

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Doctor, I’m so worried. What are we going to do? You must relax. It is important to stay calm... It seems that we’ll have to operate. Oh, no! Oh, no! Oh, no! Will Chad get well? Will he get his memory back? Does he have health insurance? Tune in tomorrow for the next episode of “Hospital Adventures”.

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Malcolm’s Special Day Malcolm was lying in bed at 7 a.m. on a sunny morning. He was excited because it was his birthday. His wife was still asleep. Malcolm woke her up. “Debbie, do you know what day it is?” “May 15th.” “And...” “And you have a 9 a.m. appointment with the dentist today. You have to get up!” Malcolm was upset. “Debbie forgot my birthday,” he thought while he was brushing his teeth. “Bye, Debbie,” said Malcolm. He was trying to seem calm and relaxed. “Maybe we’ll go to a restaurant for lunch.” “Why? What’s special about today?” she asked. “Oh, nothing.” Malcolm wasn’t nervous at the dentist’s office. The pain didn’t even bother him. He was thinking about his birthday, and was feeling lonely. “Even my mother forgot to phone!” he thought. When Malcolm came home, he slowly opened the door. “Surprise!” All his friends and relatives were smiling and laughing. “Happy birthday, Malcolm,” said Debbie. “Do you forgive me?”

There’s Tom -

Look. There’s Tom. Why don’t you go over and talk to him? Do you think I should? If you like him, you really ought to. But what if he doesn’t want to talk to me? Well, you shouldn’t worry about that.

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Past Progressive: Statements - No, I wasn’t expecting your call. I was taking a shower!

Past Progressive: Questions and Answers - What were you doing at seven o’clock last night? - I was having dinner at McDougal’s.

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Adjectives 3 Word

Definition

Example Sentence

bored, adj.

feeling unhappy because you don't find something interesting or you have nothing to do

I'm bored with this game; let's play something else.

calm, adj.

not feeling excited, shocked, angry, or afraid

He was scared before, but now he’s calm.

excited, adj.

happy because something good is going to happen

I'm excited about my birthday party.

lonely, adj.

unhappy because nobody is with you

He's lonely because he has no friends.

nervous, adj.

feeling worried

He’s always nervous at the dentist’s office.

patient, adj.

staying calm and not getting angry for a long time

relaxed, adj.

staying calm and resting

smart, adj.

intelligent, knowing a lot

surprised, adj.

tired, adj.

the feeling when something not expected happens wanting to rest or sleep

The patient teacher answered all his questions. I'm relaxed on the weekends because I don't have to work. She is very smart and always gets good grades in school. He was surprised by the phone call so late at night. He’s always tired in the mornings because he goes to sleep very late.

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Unit 7

Making Excuses

Family Hi, Mom! It’s Susan. I might not come to Aunt Carol’s party tonight. I have a cold and a terrible headache. I’m taking a pill for the pain right now, and I’m going to lie down and relax. Don’t worry! I’ll call when I get up and tell you if I’ll be able to come to the party.

The Party After a long, busy day at work, Jason was finally going home. He was tired. He wasn’t thinking about anything special. “Perhaps I should go into the supermarket in our neighborhood, and pick up a couple of pounds of strawberries,” Jason thought. While Jason was driving to the store, his car phone rang. It was his wife, Jenny. “Jason, where are you? Last night you promised to come home early to help me prepare the food and decorate the house. You know that we’re having a party tonight”. “Oh, no!” Jason said. “I had so much work today that I forgot about the party”. “I know it’s always a good idea to remind you to come home early, even when you promise”, said Jenny. “However, this time I expected you to remember”. At first, Jason didn’t understand what Jenny was talking about, but then he remembered: Jenny was having a party for him that night. It was his fiftieth birthday!

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Lunch -

How about having lunch with me, Carol? I’m afraid I can’t today, Ted. I’m too busy. But you have to eat. No. Really, Ted, I have to work. Well, maybe tomorrow, then? Maybe.

Infinitives: After Adjectives - Hi, Ted. How was the movie? - It was good, but there was a big guy sitting in front of me and it was hard to see.

Infinitives: After Objects - I want you to jump. Did you hear me? I’m telling you to jump! - But I don’t want to jump!

Gerunds: As Subject - Let’s go by plane. Flying is faster. - But I hate flying. Anyway, taking the train is more interesting.

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Health Word

Definition

Example Sentence

brush your teeth, exp.

to clean your teeth with a toothbrush

He brushes his teeth in the morning and at night.

dentist, n.

a person who takes care of teeth as a job

I go to the dentist every six months to keep my teeth healthy.

fever, n.

when the temperature of your body is higher than normal and you feel sick

He has a fever so he can’t go out.

have a cold,

to be sick with a runny nose and sneezing

He has a cold so he is staying at home.

headache, n.

when your head hurts

Please be quiet because my mother has a headache.

operate, v.

to cut into the body for medical reasons

The doctor is operating on a man to fix his knee.

a feeling that something in your body hurts

I have a pain in my leg and I need to sit down.

medication that makes you feel better

My doctor says I need to take this pill every morning.

temperature, n.

how hot the body is

The nurse took the man’s temperature and it was very high.

tooth, n.

a hard white object in your mouth for biting and chewing food

I bit into an apple and broke my tooth!

exp.

pain, n.

pill, n.

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Unit 8

Tickets, Please! The Audition Barry:

Michael: Barry:

...so Michael, I think I got a part for you. Franklin Theater is doing ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.’ I know you’d like to do this one. Am I right? Yes! You’re right! I love that play! When are they doing the auditions? Actually, the auditions are today. Can you make it? Oh, today is bad. How about tomorrow? I’m free tomorrow. Let me check. You’re in luck. Great! They’re having auditions tomorrow as well. Is it OK to be the last audition of the day? Yes, it’s OK. I was the last one before, and it was fine. There’s an opening at 5:30 p.m. Does that work for you?

Barry: Michael: Barry:

Five-thirty is fine. Six-thirty is fine too. Morning, noon or night, is OK. Just please make the phone call and get me the appointment. OK, OK, relax. I’ll call them right now. Great! Thank you. I’m really excited about this audition! Me too. Hey, Ed? This is Barry...

Michael: Barry: Michael: Barry: Michael: Barry:

Tickets, Please! by Lily Macbeth

Ushers in theaters and concert halls around the world see performances and plays for free, and never have to wait in line for tickets. What is it like to be an usher? “People often think that being an usher is an easy job, but it isn’t,” says Peter Sullivan, an usher at the Palladium Theater. “It’s difficult to stand so much! When I’m tired, I sit in an aisle seat during intermission, but my boss could fire me for that.” 94

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Ushers usually stand at the entrance to the auditorium. They give people programs, look at their tickets, and show them their seats. Ushers must keep the audience quiet, especially after the curtain goes up. It isn’t always easy. “Last night one man was talking in a loud voice while the orchestra was playing,” says Xavier Marcos. “I told him to be quiet, but he didn’t stop talking. Some people were very angry, but there was nothing I could do.” Actors and musicians sometimes work as ushers, too. Samantha Page studies acting and is also an usher. “I won’t be an usher forever,” she explains. “I’m going to be famous one day. But I’ll always remember beginning my career as an usher!”

Excuse Me -

May I see your ticket and passport, please? Ah... Excuse me? I need your ticket and your passport, please. Oh, sorry. I didn’t understand you. Here they are.

Adverbs: Frequency - I often travel to new and exciting places, but I never travel by plane. I always travel by ship. And of course, I always go first class.

Gerunds: Gerund or Infinitive - Do you like to swim? - I love swimming. But I don’t like swimming in cold water.

Impersonal Statements: Empty Subject - It’s wonderful here! It’s only 10 o’clock and it’s already hot! It’s time to go to the beach!

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Definition

Example Sentence

aisle seat, n.

seat at the end of a row in the theater

He likes the aisle seat because he has long legs.

audition, n.

a short performance to see if you are good enough to be in a play or movie

auditorium, n.

the part of the theater where the audience sits

curtain, n.

piece of cloth which covers the stage in a theater, we use the expression "the curtain goes up" to say that a performance is starting

He had an audition yesterday to be in the new play. The concert will be in the new auditorium

The curtain goes up in ten minutes.

famous, adj.

well-known

Her father is a famous actor.

musician, n.

someone who performs or writes music

The musician gave a great concert last night.

orchestra, n.

a large group of musicians playing different instruments

He plays the violin in the national orchestra.

part, n.

a role in a play or a movie

The actor got a part in the play.

program, n.

a document that tells you about a play

The names of the actors are in the theater program.

usher, n.

a person who checks tickets and shows you to your seat in a theater

The usher is taking us to our seats.

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Unit 9

Saving Energy

Introduction Word electrical appliance, n.

electricity bill, n.

energy-efficient, adj.

fossil fuel, n.

lightbulb, n.

Definition

Example Sentence

machine in the home that uses electricity (form of energy) to do a certain job

The store sells many electrical appliances such as washing machines and dryers.

statement showing how much money you need to pay for the electricity you used (electricity form of energy that powers machines)

Jake, turn off the heat. Our electricity bill is really high this month!

using less energy to complete a task

Our energy-efficient dishwashers use less water and electricity.

fuel (such as coal, oil, or natural gas) that is created in the earth from dead plants or animals, and produces heat or power when it burns

We use fossil fuels to power our cars and heat our homes.

glass object that creates light when electricity flows through it

You’ll save energy and money on lightbulbs if you turn them off when you leave the room.

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Word renewable energy, n.

Definition

Example Sentence

natural source of power, such as the sun, wind, or water which does not run out

Renewable energy, like solar power, will not run out or cause pollution.

save energy, exp.

don't use too much energy

If you keep stovetop burners clean, they work better and save energy.

thermostat, n.

device that controls what the temperature is in a building or room

At night, the thermostat in the room was set at 19°C.

unplug, v.

remove an electrical appliance from its power supply by taking the plug out of an electric socket

Please turn off the computer and unplug it from the socket in the wall.

waste, v.

use more of something than you need to

When you leave the lights on all day, you waste energy.

How to Save Energy How to Save Energy at Home: •

When an electronic device is plugged in, it uses energy. This is true even when it’s off. Unplug electronic devices when you’re not using them. Don’t leave your cell phone charging all night.

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Don’t keep the refrigerator door open long. A full refrigerator (or freezer) uses less energy than an empty refrigerator. To help fill it up, you can put bottles of water inside.

•

Don’t keep the water running when you’re washing dishes. If you soap the dishes first and then run the water to rinse them off, you’ll save water and energy.

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Lighting makes up about 10% of home energy costs. If you replace regular lightbulbs with LED lightbulbs, you can save up to 75% of that energy.

•

Use a thermostat to change the temperature on a heater or air conditioner. Adjust the temperature, especially when you leave home or go to sleep.

•

Washing machines use about 90% of their energy to heat the water. If you wash your clothes at 40 degrees instead of 60 degrees, you use less energy. Then use the Sun to dry the clothes, instead of an electric dryer.

•

Take showers instead of baths. Showers use 50% less energy than baths and they also save water.

Sue:

Len, what are some ways you try to save energy?

Len:

Well, my computer still uses energy when I turn it off. So, I always unplug it when I’m not using it. I’ve also been trying to turn the lights off when I leave a room...sometimes I forget...but I try! How about you?

Sue:

I usually dry my clothes outside, rather than use the dryer. I also try to turn off the water when I am soaping dishes. When I need to rinse them off, I turn the water back on. I also just started using LED lightbulbs in my home. I heard they save a lot of energy.

Len:

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The Electricity Bill Mother:

Jake, our electricity bill is really high this

month! Jake: Really? Why’s that? Mother:

Maybe because you leave the lights on all over the house?

Jake:

I’m home studying.... I need the lights on.

Mother:

You don’t need all the lights on in the kitchen and living room. Are you washing your favorite T-shirt on its own again?

Jake:

I’m going out tonight.

Mother:

Oh and why is the heating on so high?

Jake:

I was cold!

Mother:

Did you try putting on a sweater?

Jake:

Sorry.

Mother:

Jake, how many times do I have to tell you how important it is to save energy?

Jake:

You’re right. I am really sorry. Look, why don’t you go and relax and I’ll get dinner ready.

Mother:

OK, thanks. That sounds good. I think I’ll take a long

bath. Jake:

Mum, don’t baths waste water?

Looking for a Washing Machine Salesclerk:

Hello. How can I help you?

Customer:

I need a new washing machine.

Salesclerk:

We have a great range of energy-efficient washing

machines. Customer: Salesclerk:

Oh good, that’s very important to me.

This machine, for instance, is very affordable and has an excellent ENERGY STAR rating.

Customer:

Great. Does it have an option to do a quick wash?

Salesclerk:

Yes. You can do a 15-minute short wash, to save electricity and water.

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Make Your Own Energy People Power Imagine charging your cell phone by walking. This is actually already possible! Companies are finding ways to convert human movement into power. Objects in motion have a certain kind of energy. This energy is called kinetic energy. We can use kinetic energy to make power. One place where there is a lot of kinetic energy is the gym. At the gym, everyone is in motion. Some gyms decided to use this energy to create power. These gyms have special stationary bikes, treadmills, or other exercise machines. When people use these special machines, they turn a turbine. The turbine creates electricity. This electricity then helps power the gym. Right now, these gyms only get a small amount of their power from human movement. But as technology improves, this amount will grow. Other places that use kinetic energy for power are train stations, airports and schools. There is a company that puts special tiles in the floor. The movement of people walking on these tiles makes energy. We can use this energy to power lights and to charge laptops and smartphones. Dancing also creates kinetic energy. Some dance clubs have special dance floors. When people dance, their energy lights up the floor; colorful lights flash on and off. Dance clubs hope that these special floors will soon make enough electricity to run the whole club. You never know where your energy can be used. So get up and get moving – all the power you need is right there in your feet!

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Renewable Energy Lecturer:

Today’s lecture is about renewable energy. Most of our energy comes from fossil fuels. Fossil fuels include coal, oil, and natural gas. The earth only has so much of these fossil fuels. One day they will run out if we continue to use them. When we make energy from fossil fuels this also causes a lot of pollution. So we need to find other sources of energy which won’t run out and will cause less pollution. These sources are called ‘renewable energy.’ Let’s take a look at two kinds of renewable energy – wind energy, and solar energy. To make energy from the wind, we use wind turbines. A wind turbine has blades that spin when the wind blows. The turbine is connected to a generator which produces electricity. Wind energy isbecoming very popular. One wind turbine can produce enoughelectricity to power 300 homes. But wind turbines don’t work when there is no wind, so we need other resources – like solar energy, energy from the Sun. We can take the Sun’s energy and turn it into electricity. One way to do this is with solar panels. Solar panels absorb the Sun’s heat and turn it into electricity. The Sun is a powerful source of energy, but unfortunately, the Sun doesn’t shine at night. And it’s difficult to produce solar energy when there are a lot of clouds in the sky. Fortunately, there are other sources of renewable energy. But before I go on to talk about these sources – are there any questions?

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Unit 10

Knowing A Second Language

Introduction Word

Definition

Example Sentence

bilingual, adj.

able to speak and understand two languages very well

Sam is bilingual. He speaks both English and Korean.

culture, n.

ideas, behaviors, customs, and arts of a particular society

In class today, we discussed Japanese culture and learned about Japanese literature, music, and film.

official, proper

I use more formal language when I am at work.

casual, relaxed, not so proper

When you use slang words, you are speaking in an informal way.

monolingual, adj.

able to speak and understand only one language

I used to be monolingual, but after I spent a year in Spain, I came back speaking both English and Spanish.

multilingual, adj.

able to speak and understand several languages

native speaker, n.

someone who grew up speaking the language where they were born

formal, adj.

informal, adj.

My teacher is multilingual; he speaks English, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese. I speak English well but I’m not a native speaker.

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Word personality, n.

Definition

Example Sentence

emotions, ways of behaving, etc., that makes a person different from other people

I'm much funnier when I speak Spanish. My personality completely changes!

raise, v

to bring up or look after a child as they grow up

vocabulary, n.

words that make up a language

The workshop gave us the tools we needed to raise our son as both a Spanish and English speaker. You know so many words in Italian now; your vocabulary really improved!

The Benefits of Language Learning Six Benefits of Learning a Second Language There are many good reasons to learn a second language. Here are just a few. 1. Knowing a second language teaches you to multitask (do more than one thing at the same time). This is because your brain becomes more flexible when you switch from one language to another. 2. Your memory will improve, too. For instance, studies show that it’s easier for bilinguals to remember directions, names, and shopping lists. 3. Learning a second language is good for your health! For instance, new studies found that brain diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s showed up later in bilinguals than they did in monolinguals. 4. Learning a second (or third, or fourth) language is also good for your résumé! Knowing more than one language can help you get a better job, no matter which career you choose.

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5. Another good reason for learning a second language is it can help you make friends with people from different countries. You’ll also be able to understand different cultures better and enjoy different kinds of literature, music, and films. 6. Your first language may also improve after learning a second. After you spend time learning grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure in another language, you’ll start to think more about your first language, too! It’s never too late to start learning a second language! So why not start now?

Being Bilingual Michelle: Sidney:

Wow! You can read Chinese! Yes. My parents are from China. They sent me to Chinese school at the weekend.

Michelle:

Do your parents speak any

English? Sidney:

They do, but not so

much. Michelle:

Was it strange speaking one language in school and a different language at home?

Sidney:

Well, I didn’t like it when they spoke to me in Chinese in front of my friends! But most of the time it was OK.

Michelle:

What language do you speak with your brothers and sisters?

Sidney:

I have two sisters. They’re bilingual like me. I guess we speak a mixture of English and Chinese.

Michelle:

Are you glad you know two languages?

Sidney:

Yes. I’m very glad. It’s fun and it helps with my studies.

Michelle:

I’m gonna raise my kids bilingual! I just need to find a partner who knows another language!

Sidney:

That would help!

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Tips for Learning English Lucy: Do you have any good tips for learning English? Ron: Well, what do you find most difficult? Lucy: I still find speaking hard. I’m afraid of making mistakes. Ron: Don’t worry about that. Language learning is all about making mistakes. Lucy: I guess. Do you have any other advice? Ron: Try and listen as much as you can to native speakers on the TV or the radio. Lucy:

Oh, yeah I see, that’s a good idea.

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The Bilingual Circle Connecting Bilingual Parents Do you speak more than one language at home? Are you raising bilingual or multilingual children? Then The Bilingual Circle may be the place for you. The Bilingual Circle offers support, workshops, information, and social experiences for bilingual or multilingual families. Karina and Diego Jones, themselves parents of bilingual children, founded The Bilingual Circle five years ago - so that parents can have a place to come to help them make decisions, and share ideas. Home workshops Let us come to you! The Bilingual Circle offers private workshops for small groups (up to 10 people) in the comfort of your home. Our workshops help parents raise bilingual children. Public workshops For larger groups, The Bilingual Circle offers public workshops at schools, libraries, and community centers at least two times a month. Our public workshops are a good place to meet other parents of bilingual children in your area!

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Webinars The Bilingual Circle now offers monthly webinars that discuss different topics each month. For example: Raising Bilingual Children: The Do’s and Don’ts, and Introducing a Third Language: When and How? To get updates and reminders about upcoming webinars, please sign up for our newsletter. Testimonials “As parents who live in an English speaking country but speak Spanish at home, we needed guidance. The Bilingual Circle really gave us the tools we needed to raise our son as both a Spanish and English speaker. We weren’t able to participate in a home or public workshop, so the monthly webinars were a great option for us! We just participated in one last night! Thank you!” -Eddy “We live in France. My husband speaks Russian; I speak English. We wanted our children to be able to speak both languages but we didn’t want their third language to suffer. Thanks to The Bilingual Circle, we now have a wonderful support group!“ -Jennifer

Language Channel Podcast Miguel: Welcome to “The Language Channel,” and I’m you’re host Miguel Pardo. Today we’re talking about how, or if, your personality changes when you speak a different language. Nadia Timmerman is here to tell us about her new book, called “Different Languages, Different Personalities?” Nadia, I grew up speaking Portuguese and English. My friends tell me I’m funnier in Portuguese than I am in English. When I’m around Portuguese speakers, I’m just more outgoing. Is that possible? Nadia:

Yes, it is! I conducted many surveys with people who spoke two or more languages and it is possible. It’s interesting how differently people act when speaking different languages.

Miguel:

So can my personality really be completely different in Portuguese than it is in English?

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Nadia:

Well, you can be more outgoing in one language. But, according to my research, your basic personality doesn’t change. What seems like a change in your personality is just a change in the way you act based on the situation. What happens more often is how people use languages in different contexts.

Miguel:

Can you give us an example?

Nadia:

Sure. For instance, I use English at work but I speak Russian with my family and friends. So when I speak Russian, I use a lot more ‘slang’ or more informal words. I guess you could say I feel more relaxed when I speak Russian, and more formal when I speak English.

Miguel:

Oh, so you mean my personality doesn’t really change – it’s more a matter of how I use the different languages?

Nadia:

Exactly!

Miguel:

And what about the culture of a language. Can it affect personality?

Nadia:

Well that’s a very long and complicated answer.

Miguel:

I guess I’ll just need to read your book to find out! Thanks for speaking with us today, Nadia. Our listeners and I sure learned a lot.

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