4 Student’s Book Audioscript
A: Ah! So that’s what you were doing
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Unit 1, page 4, Conversation
Melissa: Hey … I didn’t expect to see you
here. Surely you haven’t won anything,
have you?
Stephanie: Actually, I have. I’ve won the
Citizenship Award, for community work.
Melissa: Oh, I was wondering what that
was for. I’ve never heard of it.
Stephanie: It’s for helping other people.
I’ve been working hard all year, teaching
kids in my free time.
Melissa: Hmm. How, er, special. Well, I’ve
won the Outstanding Young Alumnus
Award!
Stephanie: Really? What did you get that
for? Being outstandingly selfish?
Melissa: Very funny. No, I started my
own company after graduation. Actually,
it’s been going very well. I’m a millionaire
now, you know!
Stephanie: No, I didn’t know that.
Melissa: It’s so important to recognize
real achievement, don’t you think?
Stephanie: Yes, I agree. But, being
successful doesn’t just mean making a lot
of money.
2 goodbye to my family and friends, and
Unit 1, page 4, Language box
I started my own company after
graduation.
I didn’t know that.
I was wondering what that award was for.
Have you won an award?
I’ve been working hard all year.
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Unit 1, page 5, Real life exchange
A: So, what’s your greatest achievement
so far in life?
B: Well, I haven’t won any awards or
anything, I’m afraid.
A: No, but you did well on your final
exams last year, didn’t you?
B: I guess so. And I’ve been working hard
since then, in my new job.
A: See? You’ve achieved quite a few
things really.
B: Hmm. Actually, I was thinking about
taking a vacation.
Harriet: I guess the biggest thing I’ve had
in the travel agency when I saw you
yesterday!
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Unit 1, page 5, Strategy
1 Phew! What a relief.
2 Ouch! That hurts.
3 Wow! That’s amazing.
4 Sh! Please be quiet.
5 Ugh! This tastes awful.
6 Huh? What did you say?
7 Ah! Now I understand.
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Unit 1, page 122, Pronunciation
What have you done?
Where have you been?
What have you been doing?
Have you been here long?
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Unit 1, page 7, Listening
Interviewer: Harriet, you’ve been
traveling for quite a while, haven’t you?
Harriet: It was always one of my greatest
ambitions to travel around Asia, so, yeah,
a year ago I left home in California, said
set off. I’ve been traveling ever since.
Interviewer: So where was the first place
you went?
Harriet: Thailand. I started off in Bangkok
and then went north. Then I went to
South Korea, Japan, and over to China,
Mongolia …
Interviewer: Wow! That’s incredible. So
how many countries have you visited so
far?
Harriet: Well, I’m in Singapore now –
that’s the tenth country – and I’m almost
finished!
Interviewer: Have you had any problems,
you know, on such a long trip?
Harriet: It’s been really great, but yeah,
one thing stands out. In China I was
hiking along the Great Wall for a few
days, and I fell and badly hurt my ankle.
Interviewer: That’s too bad.
Harriet: Yeah. That was quite a setback.
Interviewer: Anything else? Any fears
you’ve overcome?
to overcome is my fear of flying.
Interviewer: Really?
Harriet: Yeah. I’m terrified of flying. I’ve
tried to avoid planes, but sometimes it’s
not possible. I just sit there and suffer,
you know.
Interviewer: Taking such a long trip is
pretty unusual, though, isn’t it? I mean,
you’re very lucky to be able to do that.
Harriet: I am, but I’ve made sacrifices,
too! I quit my job back in the States. I was
working as a senior manager in a big
company. So my career has suffered, and
I haven’t seen my family for a year!
Interviewer: So, has the trip been
a success for you, do you think?
Harriet: Oh sure! It’s been absolutely
amazing. I’ve loved every minute of it.
Interviewer: Even the flying?
Harriet: Ah, well …
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Unit 1, page 8, Skills expansion,
Listening
Interviewer: So, Celine, what do you say?
Celine: I guess it’s being happy, you
know, and staying healthy, and having
friends. I don’t think it’s just about money,
but of course you need some money, so
it’s not completely unrelated.
Interviewer: Hi, Andrea. Do you have an
answer to the question?
Andrea: Oh, that’s easy – when I had
a car accident last year. It was pretty bad
and I was in the hospital for a long time.
I had to learn how to walk again. It was
hard to cope at first, but, thanks to my
friends and family, I did OK. I’m fine now,
but it was a tough time!
Interviewer: OK, now let’s hear Howard’s
answer.
Howard: I guess getting my masters from
Cambridge University. I spent a great
year there, and it was hard work and
everything, but I loved it, and now that
I have it, I’m really amazed!
Interviewer: And lastly, Lee, how about
you?
Lee: Well, I’ve never seen the Pyramids,
and I know everyone probably says that,
but for me it really is my dream, because
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I’ve wanted to go to Egypt ever since
I was sitting in class in elementary school
and I first heard of the Pyramids.
8 Robert: You know that if I have
Unit 1, page 9, Skills expansion,
Reading
Before they were famous
They might have found success, fame
and fortune now, but did you know
Tom Cruise was delivering newspapers
before he was an actor, and Madonna
was working at Dunkin’ Donuts? Even
famous designer Ralph Lauren started
as a salesman, selling gloves. Read on
and find out what some more of today’s
big names were doing before they were
successful.
Today, she is perhaps one of the most
famous and talented actresses in the
world … but when her mother was
diagnosed with breast cancer, Nicole
Kidman temporarily dropped out of
school. At the age of 17 she was working
as a massage therapist to help support
her family.
Have you heard of Dell Computers?
Hard-working owner Michael Dell is
now a multibillionaire, but at 12 he was
washing dishes in a Chinese restaurant
for $2.30 per hour, and at 16 he was
selling newspapers.
Scottish singer Susan Boyle shot to fame
after appearing in the TV show Britain’s
Got Talent in 2009. Her first performance
quickly became an online sensation, and
was viewed over 120 million times. The
song she sang reached number one
in 28 countries. Since then ‘SuBo’ has
toured around the world, but before she
found success she was unemployed, and
worked as a volunteer for a local charity.
Oprah Winfrey came from a very poor
family and had an incredibly tough
childhood. Her first job was working in
a grocery store. While still at high school,
she started work as a news reader
for a local radio station. Today, she is
a multibillionaire, and one of the most
successful and famous women of all time.
In 2013 she was given the highest civilian
honor in the USA: the Presidential Medal
of Freedom.
2
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Unit 2, page 10, Conversation
a problem, I always ask you for advice.
Helen: Yes. What is it this time?
Robert: It’s about my job at the bank. I’ve
been working there for three years now,
and I haven’t had a promotion. Not even
a pay raise. I’m really disappointed.
Helen: Well, times are hard, you know. It’s
probably the same for everybody.
Robert: No, at least two people in my
department have had a promotion this
year.
Helen: Well, maybe you’re just not very
good at your job!
Robert: Hey, that’s not fair. I work really
hard.
Helen: Yes, yes. I know. I was only joking.
Do you get along well with your boss?
Robert: Who, Tony? Yes, he’s great.
Helen: So why don’t you speak to him
about it? I’m sure if you explained the
situation, he’d understand.
Robert: I suppose I could do that. It’s not
really his decision though.
Helen: No, but if you ask him, he’ll help you.
He can contact whoever is responsible.
Robert: Hmm. Yes. Maybe you’re right.
I guess if I don’t do anything, nothing will
happen.
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Unit 2, page 10, Language box
If I have a problem, I always ask my friend
for advice.
If you ask him, he’ll help you.
If I don’t do anything, nothing will
happen.
If you explained the situation, he’d
understand.
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Unit 2, page 11,
Real life exchange
A: So, did you decide what to do after
you graduate from college?
B: No. If I don’t apply for a job soon, it will
be too late.
A: Well, there’s nothing wrong with taking
your time.
B: That’s true. Maybe if I save some
money, I’ll go on vacation.
A: Good idea. But it would be better if
you found a job first.
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Unit 2, page 11, Strategy
1 As far as I’m concerned …
2 I agree with you up to a point.
3 I think you’re right.
4 I don’t agree at all.
5 I totally agree.
6 If you ask me …
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Unit 2, page 122, Pronunciation
astonishing disappointing satisfying
embarrassing reassuring irritating
encouraging understanding fascinating
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Unit 2, page 13, Listening
Interviewer: Shane, you have a difficult
decision to make right now, don’t you?
What is it?
Shane: Well, I graduated last year, and
since then I’ve been looking for a job.
Interviewer: Sure. It’s not easy to find
a good one, is it?
Shane: No, it isn’t. It’s pretty frustrating,
actually. Anyway, after months of
interviews, finally last week I got not one,
but two job offers.
Interviewer: Wow! Two job offers at the
same time?
Shane: Yeah. One is to be an assistant
manager at a golf course in Melbourne.
Interviewer: That’s pretty far away, isn’t it?
Shane: Yeah … and the other is a gym
teacher at a school near my home, in
Sydney.
Interviewer: So, which do you think you’ll
choose?
Shane: Well, if I take the one in Sydney,
my parents will be happy because I’ll still
live at home …
Interviewer: Sure. That’s kind of
reassuring, I guess.
Shane: Hmm. But the one in Melbourne
is better money, and it’s what I really
want to do. The problem is if I take that,
I’ll have to move away.
Interviewer: So, you’ll miss all your family
and friends.
Shane: Yeah, but it’s my girlfriend I’m
worried about most. I haven’t told her
about either job yet! I’m sure that if
I asked her to move to Melbourne, she
wouldn’t want to. She loves living in
Sydney.
Interviewer: I see. It’s not an easy decision
to make, is it?
Shane: No, it’s not!
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Unit 2, page 14,
Skills expansion, Listening
1
No, if they say one thing, they always do
another. It’s very depressing. I mean, you
vote for them, they claim to represent
your interests and everything, but in
fact they’re all the same. And it’s very
frustrating, as a tax payer, to see them
waste so much money. No, I’m afraid
I don’t trust them at all.
2 Let me help you.
On the whole, yes, I do trust them.
I mean, they’ve had a lot of training, right?
And they’re there to help you. I think
it must be a very satisfying job, to help
people feel better, but it’s exhausting,
too. They work long hours, and of course,
if they make mistakes, then everyone
knows. But, yes, I do trust them.
3 Finally, he made it back to the camp, just
Well, mine’s very good, anyway. If I go
with a problem, he takes a look and
always finds out what’s wrong. I know
many people don’t trust them because
they think they overcharge or are
lazy or whatever, but I’ve never been
disappointed by any of the work I’ve had
done.
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Unit 2, page 15,
Skills expansion, Reading
The toughest decision of all – to live or die
After three and a half days in subzero
temperatures, climbers Joe Simpson
and Simon Yates reached the top of the
21,000-foot Siula Grande mountain in
Peru. They didn’t realize it at the time, but
their adventure was only just beginning.
As they were coming down the mountain,
Simpson fell and broke several bones in
his right leg.
Simpson’s accident was a disaster. With
no hope of rescue and no food or water,
both men knew the odds were against
them. If they didn’t continue down the
mountain fast, they would both die.
They decided to tie themselves to
each end of a 300-foot rope, and Yates
lowered Simpson down the mountain in
a slow, painful process.
Things were going well until suddenly
Yates realized his injured partner was
hanging in mid-air over a crevasse.
He tried to pull Simpson back up, but
couldn’t. For over an hour, Yates held
onto the rope. He was exhausted, but he
knew that if he cut the rope, his partner
would fall to his death.
Then Yates started to slip towards the
edge of the mountain. He was worried
that if he continued to hold on, they
would both die. He decided his only
option was to cut the rope and save
himself.
Yates took out his knife, cut the rope
and fell back into the snow. Later, he
looked for Simpson, but couldn’t find
him. Convinced that his friend was
dead, he continued down the mountain
alone.
But Simpson survived, and for three days
he dragged himself for miles without
food, water or painkillers.
as the astonished Yates was about to
leave. Simpson later wrote a best-selling
book about his terrifying experience,
which became a movie called Touching
the Void.
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Unit 3, page 16, Conversation
Carlos: Why don’t you take a walk? The
weather’s good today.
Lailah: No, I’m too tired. I’ve been
studying all day. I don’t feel like going
out.
Carlos: Oh, erm … you could go to Dan’s.
Didn’t he just buy a new computer
game?
Lailah: Yeah, but I’m no good at playing
that. It’s really difficult to understand.
Carlos: Don’t you want to go to the
movies? There’s a new James Bond one
out, I think.
Lailah: I know, but it’ll be crowded and
I can’t stand waiting in line. What’s wrong
with staying here, anyway?
Carlos: Nothing. You don’t need to go
out. I just thought you looked bored,
that’s all.
Lailah: No. Hanging around here’s kind of
fun. So, what are you doing?
Carlos: I’m making curry.
Lailah: Hey, it looks great! Let me help
you.
Carlos: No, I’ve almost finished, and er …
Ann’s coming over soon.
Lailah: Ah! Now I know why you’re so
eager to get rid of me!
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Unit 3, page 16, Language box
I don’t feel like going out.
I’m no good at playing computer games.
Cooking is my favorite hobby.
You don’t need to go out.
It’s difficult to understand.
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Unit 3, page 17, Real life
exchange
A: I’m thinking about looking for a job in
tourism.
B: Really? Why have you decided to do
that?
A: Well, I’m good at speaking English.
B: That’s true. And you enjoy helping
people, don’t you?
A: Yes. The only problem is I’m no good
at using a computer.
B: Never mind. It’s not that important. I’m
sure you’ll manage to get a great job.
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Unit 3, page 17, Strategy
1
A: I’m not very good at using
computers.
B: Never mind. Maybe you could take
lessons.
2
A: Do you expect me to finish the
report today?
B: It’s up to you. Either today or
tomorrow is fine.
3
A: Why don’t you practice playing the
piano?
B: I can’t be bothered. I’d rather do
something else.
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4 Joao: Yeah. I won’t be so busy then.
A: If you let me use your car, I’ll give you
$50.
B: It’s a deal. Here are the keys.
5 Joao. Well, best of luck with your exams.
A: We’d better hurry if we want to catch
the bus.
B: Wait a minute! I’m coming.
6 Unit 3, page 20,
A: Hey, you told me you were really sick.
B: I was only kidding. It was a joke!
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Unit 3, page 122, Pronunciation
The teacher went to the store to buy
some books.
I’m thinking about looking for a job.
Have you decided to buy a computer?
Do you want me to finish the grammar
exercise today?
I’d rather you did it tomorrow.
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Unit 3, page 19, Listening
Interviewer: Joao, if you don’t mind me
asking, what’s going on in your life these
days?
Joao: Oh, things are pretty busy right
now. I need to work hard because I have
final exams next month.
Interviewer: Wow, so I guess you’re not
looking forward to taking those!
Joao: No, but I expect to pass … I’m good
at math; that’s my major, but the problem
is I can’t afford to get a low grade
because I need to do well, to make sure
I can get a good job after I graduate.
Interviewer: I see. So that’s a lot of
pressure.
Joao: Yeah. I usually go home most
weekends, but recently I’ve been staying
here on campus to work. I miss seeing
my family, of course, but it’s difficult to
concentrate at home, so I prefer to stay
here.
Interviewer: I see. So, you haven’t been
going to the beach either, I suppose.
Joao: Yeah, that’s terrible! I mean, I used
to go there, like, almost every day, but
not anymore.
Interviewer: That’s too bad. It’s all
right, though. After the exams you
can enjoy doing all the things you’ve
given up.
4
I hope to take a long vacation before
I start working.
Interviewer: That sounds like a good idea,
Joao: Thanks a lot.
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Skills expansion, Listening
1
I’m just so busy these days, it’s crazy.
I mean, I don’t mind working, but there
aren’t enough hours in the day, if you
know what I mean … and I’ve just gotten
promoted so it’s even worse! It’s affecting
my home life, too. I promise my wife to
go out, but then I’m too busy. I regret not
seeing more of my kids, too. They’re in
high school, and I never have time to help
them with their homework.
2
Well, I wouldn’t want to be busier, that’s
for sure. I have so much to do each day,
I sometimes wonder where the time
goes. Socializing is a big part of it. I see
a lot of my friends and family. I also help
to organize lots of local events, and there
are my classes, of course! I’m learning
tai chi and I try to paint when I get the
chance. I don’t know, I quit working years
ago, but I seem to be just as busy now as
I ever was!
3
My life is pretty exhausting! I mean,
I always seem to be rushing around. I’m
doing quite a lot of community work,
you know, helping old people to do their
gardening, or making sure homeless
people are warm at night. All this on
top of my classes, of course! At night
I sometimes feel so tired that when
friends stop by my dormitory, I pretend
to be asleep!
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Unit 3, page 21,
Skills expansion, Reading
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So don’t feel pressed for time all the
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Review 1, page 22, Listening
Conversation 1
Kyoko: Guess what, Abbie! I’ve passed my
driving test!
Abbie: Wow! Well done. That’s great,
Kyoko. Don’t you think so, Min-Soo?
Min-Soo: Yeah. I was astonished. She’s
only been learning for a couple of months.
Abbie: Really? That’s amazing!
Min-Soo: It sure is. I’ve been learning for
six months and I haven’t even taken my
test yet!
Abbie: And I failed my test twice before
I finally managed to pass.
Kyoko: Thanks, guys. The thing is, I’m
worried now.
Abbie: Worried? Why?
Kyoko: Well, I want to buy a car, but I’m
exhausted from studying all year. After
I graduate, I really need a vacation.
Abbie: Good plan.
Kyoko: But if I buy a car, I won’t have
enough money to take a vacation.
Min-Soo: Never mind. If you ask me,
getting a car is more important.
Abbie: I agree. If you spend all your
money on a vacation, you’ll regret it.
Kyoko: Hmm …
Min-Soo: You could ask your parents. They
wouldn’t mind lending you some money.
Kyoko: I can’t really ask my parents, but
I could borrow money from the bank,
I guess.
Abbie: It’s up to you, Kyoko. I suggest
getting a job and working part-time for
a few months. That way maybe you can
save up enough money.
Kyoko: That’s a good idea. I think I’d
rather do that.
Abbie: And when you’ve saved enough
money, Min-Soo and I will come on
vacation with you, won’t we, Min-Soo?
Min-Soo: Sure. Good idea!
Abbie: What do you think of that?
Kyoko: OK. It’s a deal!
Conversation 2
Justin: Amy, hi! I haven’t seen you in ages.
Amy: Oh, Justin, hi. Yeah, I know. I’ve
been so busy recently, I haven’t managed
to find time to do anything but work.
Justin: That’s too bad. How come things
are so hectic?
Amy: Well, I started a new job last month.
Justin: That’s great.
Amy: Yeah, thanks. I’m a sales manager
now, but the company is something else.
I mean, they give me a list of targets
every day and it’s almost impossible to do
everything.
Justin: That sounds really tough.
Amy: It is. I hardly do everything I need to
do, and it’s really exhausting. That’s why
I never feel like going out.
Justin: Well, why don’t you try to take
some time to relax? Look – tomorrow’s
Saturday. I’ve arranged to see Mike and
Julia in the afternoon.
Amy: Oh, OK. How are they?
Justin: Fine. We’re going to play tennis.
Do you want to join us?
Amy: Sure, why not? I’m not very good at
playing tennis, though.
Justin: Never mind. Neither am I. It’s just
for fun.
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Life Skills, Presentation, page 23
I’d like to tell you about some people
and things that are important in my life.
First … my uncle Edward. Obviously. I’ve
known him all my life. He’s someone
I really admire because he’s traveled
all over the world, and speaks many
languages. When I was growing up he
would bring me presents from places I’d
never heard of. I’ve kept them all. He’s
very independent and funny, as well.
If ever I have a problem I always go to
him for advice. Next, I’d say music is very
important to me. I started learning the
drums when I was 10. I joined my first
band at 14 and today I still play in a band,
called The Beeboys. We meet four times
a week to practice. I know it’s difficult to
make a career from music but I intend
to try. I think we’re pretty good! Finally,
a place that’s had a big impact on me is
Hong Kong. I went there for a week eight
years ago. I can still vividly remember
all the sights and smells, the mixture of
old and new buildings, and even faces of
the people I met. It’s such a vibrant and
exciting place. I’d love to live there one
day … maybe with my band!
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Unit 4, page 24, Conversation
Paula: Guess what! I saw Jason while
I was shopping downtown.
Mandy: Oh yes? How is he? I haven’t
seen him for a while.
Paula: He’s fine. He said he’s been
studying hard for his exams.
Mandy: Same old Jason. Always studying.
How boring!
Paula: He asked me what you were
doing. You know, I think he might like you.
Mandy: Do you think so? Well, to tell you
the truth, I’m not interested. He’s too dull
for me.
Paula: Hmm. Anyway, he told me he’s
taking driving lessons.
Mandy: Really? So he’s learning to drive.
Now that’s interesting.
Paula: Apparently his test is next week.
He said that if he passes, he’ll be able to
use his dad’s car to get around.
Mandy: That’s great! He lives near me so
I can ask him to give me a ride.
Paula: Hey, he’s not a private taxi, you
know!
Mandy: Oh, I’m sure he won’t mind.
Maybe I’ll give him a call now to wish him
good luck on his test.
Paula: Hmm. So, suddenly he’s not so
dull after all!
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Unit 4, page 24, Language box
He said he’d been studying hard.
He told me he’s taking driving lessons.
He asked me what you were doing.
I can ask him to give me a ride.
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Unit 4, page 25,
Real life exchange
A: Did you hear the news? Bruno is
quitting college!
B: Yes. I just asked Jim, and he said that
it’s definitely true.
A: Really? How come? Do you know why?
B: Apparently, Mr. Wilson caught him
cheating on his final exams!
A: Oh no! He told me he was thinking of
cheating, and I warned him not to.
B: At first he denied doing anything
wrong, but later admitted it was true.
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Unit 4, page 25, Strategy
Do you happen to know how old Liam is?
I wonder if you could tell me where Jane’s
car is.
Can you tell me if he spoke to you?
Do you have any idea when she left?
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Unit 4, page 122, Pronunciation
A: Dan’s going to be thirty next weekend.
B: Really? He told me he was twenty-four!
A: Mike’s going out with Helen.
B: He is? He told me he hated Helen.
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Unit 4, page 27, Listening
Interviewer: Now, Lyn, you have a pretty
remarkable story to tell, don’t you – about
a well-known celebrity?
Lyn: Yes, I do. I won’t say who it is, but
it was about three years ago. I was in
London, and just as I was coming out of
a store on Oxford Street, this guy came
around the corner and I suppose he
didn’t see me, so he walked right into me.
Interviewer: I see. So all your groceries
fell on the ground?
Lyn: That’s right. They went everywhere!
And when I saw who it was I was, like,
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amazed, you know. I didn’t know what to
say.
Interviewer: So did he say anything?
Lyn: He apologized, said it was his fault,
and helped me to pick everything up …
and then he invited me out to dinner to
make up for it!
Interviewer: Wow. I guess you were very
shocked.
Lyn: I was, but he promised to take me to
a nice place, so I agreed and we went to
The Grill.
Interviewer: That’s a really famous place.
Lyn: Yes, it was amazing. We had
a wonderful meal, and I offered to pay
my share when the bill arrived, but he
refused to let me.
Interviewer: That was lucky. I mean, it
was probably very expensive.
Lyn: It was, definitely. I didn’t ask him how
much but …
Interviewer: So, what happened next?
Lyn: Nothing! He seemed to be pretty
interested in me and suggested meeting
again, but I decided it wasn’t a good idea.
Interviewer: Really? Why not? Most
people would love to date a celebrity.
Lyn: I know, but I told him our lives were
too different. It would never work out.
I promised to keep in touch and …
Interviewer: So, do you … still keep in
touch?
Lyn: Yes, we do. We send birthday cards,
that kind of thing.
Interviewer: And you’re not going to tell
me who it is?
Lyn: No. It’s a secret, but you’d recognize
him. He’s played a famous British secret
agent!
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Unit 4, page 28,
Skills expansion, Listening
Police officer: So you were coming out
of the library, across from the bank.What
happened exactly?
Tony: A man ran out of the bank holding
a gun. He shouted something like “Get
down or you’re dead!” to all the passersby.
Police officer: I see. And what happened
next?
Tony: He ran down the street and into
one of the stores over there.
Police officer: Did you happen to
recognize him?
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Tony: No, I’ve never seen him before.
Police officer: Think carefully, sir. Lying to
a police officer is a criminal offense.
Tony: I promise I’m telling the truth! I’ll
show you the store he ran into, if you want.
Police officer: We know who the
criminal is, actually, sir. Could I see some
identification, please?
Tony: Oh, OK. I did recognize him … He’s
my brother.
Police officer: Get into the police car, sir.
We’re going to the station.
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Unit 4, page 29,
Skills expansion, Reading
Celebrity News, by Tara Johnson
Famous actor Tom Clancey yesterday
admitted that he was engaged. The 52-year
old star of more than 15 blockbuster
movies refused to say who the lucky
woman was and denied suggestions
that he had already gotten married.
He did, however, promise to reveal
the date to fans well in advance. Close
friends advised Clancey to announce his
engagement after recent reports that the
star’s career is taking a dive …
Talented singer Sally May yesterday
complained that her manager of three
years, Peter Cawfield, had not paid her
for her recent hit album Out of Time.
Shocked reporters listened as May
threatened to take Cawfield to court over
the issue. She denied reports that he
had offered her a payment of six million
dollars, and said her lawyers had advised
her to take action immediately.
Fashion designer Mel Imala last night
warned reporters to keep away from
her Los Angeles home. Mel, 56, said she
was tired of all the media attention and
wanted “a quiet life.” Surprising news from
a woman famous for living her life on TV in
her reality show At home with Mel. She then
invited her favorite reporter into her six
million dollar home for coffee and cake!
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Unit 5, page 30, Conversation
Carlos: Hey, Helen. This apartment is
great. It’s so big! When did you say you
moved in?
Helen: A couple of months ago, actually,
but I’ve been too busy to do the place up.
It needs a lot of work.
Carlos: Really? It looks OK to me. What
are you thinking of changing?
Helen: Well, all the windows need
replacing. They’re really old. And I’m
going to have the walls painted white, to
brighten it up a little.
Carlos: That’s a great idea. Say, it’s a little
warm in here. Is there something wrong
with the air conditioning?
Helen: It’s broken. It’ll be fixed next week,
though.
Carlos: Sounds good. So, are you going
to have anything else done?
Helen: Yeah, this carpet is dirty so I’m
going to have it cleaned, and I’m having
a new kitchen fitted, too.
Carlos: Wow. I bet it’ll look amazing when
it’s all finished.
Helen: That’s the plan. You can help if
you like. I could do with a hand to clean
the bathroom.
Carlos: Oh, is that the time? I’d better go.
Sorry. Call me when all the work’s done,
and I’ll help you celebrate!
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Unit 5, page 30, Language box
It’ll be fixed next week.
The kitchen hasn’t been fitted yet.
The windows need replacing.
He’s going to have the carpet cleaned.
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Unit 5, page 31,
Real life exchange
A: This place looks different.
B: It does? I’m glad you think so. I’ve had
it redecorated.
A: Oh yes, the walls have been painted
white. Have you had new shelves put
up, too?
B: Yes. It was all done last week. I’ve had
air conditioning installed as well.
A: You have? Well, it looks great. I’m so
jealous!
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Unit 5, page 31, Strategy
1
A: I’ve had the place redecorated.
B: You have?
2 Interviewer: Is it? Wow.
A: The kitchen was painted last week.
B: It was?
3 expensive now, of course, so most
A: John’s bought a new apartment.
B: He has?
4 changes you’ve seen?
A: This carpet seems to be stained.
B: It does?
5 anything like that.
A: Those windows need washing.
B: They do?
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Unit 5, page 122, Pronunciation
A: The broken window has been repaired.
B: It has?
A: The windows have been washed.
B: They have?
A: The garbage hasn’t been emptied.
B: It hasn’t?
A: The vase was broken this morning.
B: It was?
A: This carpet needs cleaning.
B: It does?
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Unit 5, page 33, Listening
Interviewer: So, Richmond is your
hometown, Ping?
Ping: Well, my family came here in the
1990s from China, when I was eight, so
it’s not really my hometown, but I call it
home because it’s where I live now.
Interviewer: I see. So you grew up here?
Ping: Yes, pretty much. I’ve seen a lot of
changes since we arrived, that’s for sure.
A lot of people have come here, mostly
from Asia.
Interviewer: Yes, I noticed that a lot of
people look Asian. From China, Japan …
Ping: Yeah, and they all need homes!
A lot of the farmland has been lost,
you know, and many old buildings have
been knocked down … People want new
homes.
Interviewer: So that’s why so many
apartment buildings have been built.
Ping: Yes. And shopping malls. There’s
always one being built somewhere!
Interviewer: I guess real estate prices
have been going up, too?
Ping: Sure. My parents’ place is worth
double what it was just three years ago.
Ping: Yeah. People used to buy land
and have houses built, but that’s too
people buy apartments.
Interviewer: I see. Do you like the
Ping: Yes, I think so. It’s still a very safe
place. You never hear about crime , or
Interviewer: Well, thanks a lot, Ping …
hope everything stays safe …
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Unit 5, page 34,
Skills expansion, Listening
Cathy: I can’t believe it, Peter. We’ve just
been given another recycling bin – this
time a black one!
Peter: Yeah, they’ve been introduced
everywhere, I think.
Cathy: Well, it’s crazy. I think all this
recycling is going too far.
Peter: You do? I don’t have a problem with
it. Don’t you want to help the planet, Cathy?
Cathy: Yes, but much more pollution is
caused by industry. I think companies
should be forced to recycle more.
Peter: Yes, you’re right about that. I agree.
Cathy: And I’d rather have more effort
put into improving public transportation.
Peter: Hmm, but too much money is
spent already on building roads.
Cathy: Maybe it would be better to put
money into research, so we can discover
a way to stop global warming.
Peter: The only way is to pollute less and
we know that already! Anyway, what’s the
black bin for?
Cathy: Plastic … I think!
Peter: It is? Isn’t that for paper?
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Unit 5, page 35,
Skills expansion, Reading
Your World
This is where you can have your say
on what’s going on in the world. This
month’s topic is the environment.
• If you ask me, it seems that big
international conferences are held
almost every month, but nothing is
done. I’m tired of all the talk. Let’s see
more action!
• I agree, but I think more money should
be spent on research. Not enough
is known about the causes of global
warming. Yes, the ozone layer is being
destroyed … but perhaps it’s a natural
change.
• Well, I live near the ocean, and the
beach where I used to play as a child
has gone. Our lives are being affected
by global warming right now. Time is
being wasted.
• I think global warming is a good thing.
Where I live, temperatures have risen
a lot and we have great summers here
now!
• That’s OK for you, but last year my
home was flooded and we had to live
with relatives for three months. Global
warming scares me.
• I agree. Something must be done.
Don’t you remember the tsunami in
Asia? How many more disasters will
be caused by global warming before
people listen?
• The problem is that global warming
isn’t being taken seriously. It can only
be solved if governments take action.
It may already be too late.
• That’s a good point. If everyone turned
off their TVs and computers when they
weren’t using them, for example, then
that would make a big difference.
• Where I live, the problem is never
reported on the news or anything.
I mean, when will people understand
this problem can’t be ignored?
• A river near my home was polluted
recently by an oil company, but
nothing was reported in the papers!
If you ask me, companies that cause
a lot of pollution should be closed.
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Unit 6, page 36, Conversation
Mrs. Lee: Well, thank you. I have no more
questions. Perhaps you have some for
me?
Matthew: Er, yeah. Do I need to wear
a uniform for this job?
Mrs. Lee: Yes, you do. And you should
keep it clean and wash it yourself.
Matthew: Oh, right. I don’t have to work
weekends, do I? The thing is, I usually
hang out with my friends on Saturdays
so …
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Mrs. Lee: Everyone’s required to work
weekends. You can’t have time off every
Saturday because it’s our busiest day,
but you can have one Saturday off every
month.
Matthew: Oh, right. And the hours are
from nine to six, you say?
Mrs. Lee: That’s right. And of course, you
must be here on time. Anyone arriving
late will have money deducted from their
wages.
Matthew: Hmm. How long are the
breaks? There are breaks, right?
Mrs. Lee: You can have one twenty-
minute break every three hours. Look,
I have to go now. The job’s yours if you
want it.
Matthew: OK, I’ll take it. When do I start?
Mrs. Lee: Monday. But you’ll have to get
your hair cut first.
Matthew: What? No way! That’s why I had
to leave my last job!
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Unit 6, page 36, Language box
Do I need to wear a uniform?
You should keep it clean.
I don’t have to work weekends.
You can’t have time off every Saturday.
We must be there on time.
You can have a short break.
He’ll have to get his hair cut.
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Unit 6, page 37,
Real life exchange
A: Maybe you should leave early. The
traffic’s very bad today.
B: Good idea. I have an exam this
morning, so I mustn’t be late.
A: Well, I don’t have to take any more
exams. All mine are finished.
B: Lucky you! I had to study all last night.
I’m exhausted!
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Unit 6, page 37, Strategy
1 I wondered if I should check the engine,
A: I can never get a good night’s sleep.
B: Have you tried taking sleeping pills?
2 I didn’t, and of course, halfway there,
A: I’ve been working too hard for too
long.
B: Why don’t you take a break?
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3 Hugo: Well, I had to call a garage to come
A: I’m tired, but I have to finish this
report.
B: If I were you, I’d do it tomorrow.
4 excuse for being late, so I was scared
A: It’s my first day at work today.
B: You’d better not be late!
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Unit 6, page 122, Pronunciation
I have an exam this morning.
She bought a bag of apples.
We didn’t enjoy the concert.
Please turn off the television.
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Unit 6, page 39, Listening
Interviewer: You had a difficult time
recently with a trip to see some relatives,
right, Hugo?
Hugo: Yes, that’s right. We were
supposed to visit an aunt of mine last
weekend, but we never got there.
Interviewer: Oh no. What happened?
Hugo: Well, the first thing I should say
is I don’t like visiting my aunt! I mean,
when I was young, my father always
made me go with them, but I never
liked going there because she has
a big house with a big yard, but I was
never allowed to play in the yard or in
the house. You know, I had to sit and
do nothing the whole time. It was so
boring!
Interviewer: Hmm. I see.
Hugo: Yes, and now that I’m married with
children of my own it’s the same … she
doesn’t let my kids play in the yard, or
in the house. They get bored. They hate
going!
Interviewer: OK, I can see that.
Hugo: Anyway, every year before her
birthday I always think “I should go and
see Aunt Julia” – that’s her name.
Interviewer: I see. But you didn’t get
there last weekend, did you?
Hugo: No, we didn’t. Before we left
for oil and stuff, you know, because it’s
a long way – over 300 kilometers – but
after a couple of hours, the engine just
stopped. It had no oil.
Interviewer: Oh no. So what did you do?
and help, but they took forever to arrive
and over an hour to repair it. I knew Aunt
Julia was bound to think it was just an
to call, but anyway I called and tried to
explain …
Interviewer: But she didn’t believe you?
Hugo: No, she wasn’t very happy at all. In
fact, I don’t think it’s likely we’ll ever visit
again.
Interviewer: So, in a way, it was good
luck! You don’t have to worry about going
there any more.
Hugo: Yes! I guess that’s true!
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Unit 6, page 40,
Skills expansion, Listening
Ashley
I went out with some friends to a nightclub
last weekend, but I wasn’t allowed to go in
because I was wearing jeans.
Hannah
I had my graduation party yesterday. It was
supposed to end at midnight but it didn’t
actually finish until around three a.m.
Carmen
I had to work overtime last week because
another staff member was sick. It was lucky
because I need to buy a new computer,
and the extra money really helps.
Ling
I couldn’t connect to the internet all day
yesterday. I don’t know why, but I tried
everything and nothing worked.
Yanisa
Last Monday something went wrong with
my car. I had to take it to a garage and
they charged me two hundred and fifty
dollars to fix it. I couldn’t believe it!
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Unit 6, page 41,
Skills expansion, Reading
Reader survey
Each week in this section we give readers
a survey to find out about their views …
If you go to a friend’s house for dinner,
you should take a gift.
You don’t have to cover your mouth
when you sneeze.
It’s OK for a woman to let her date pay
for a meal.
Men are supposed to open doors for
women.
You shouldn’t telephone anyone late at
night.
Students should stand up when
a teacher comes in.
You can’t ask people how much money
they make.
You shouldn’t kiss in public.
You must not interrupt people when they
are speaking.
If you eat in the street, people are bound
to think you are rude.
People shouldn’t be allowed to smoke in
public areas.
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Review 2, page 42, Listening
Conversation 1
Jasmine: Hi, Lucy. Hi, Aaron. How are you
settling in?
Lucy: Jasmine, hi! Come in.
Jasmine: Wow. You’ve done a lot to this
place. What a difference!
Simon: Thanks. Do you remember what it
was like when we moved in?
Jasmine: Sure. Amazing to think it’s only
been a month.
Simon: Yes. We’ve had every room
painted white. It looks much brighter
now.
Jasmine: It looks great. I remember the
colors were all yellows and greens. I think
the living room was blue, wasn’t it?
Lucy: Yes, it was.
Jasmine: Well, it all seems much bigger
somehow.
Lucy: That’s because we had the wall
between the living room and the kitchen
knocked down.
Jasmine: Oh yes! It was all cracked,
wasn’t it? And you’ve had these great new
shelves put up, too?
Lucy: Yes. That was done yesterday, in
fact.
Aaron: The most expensive thing was
the air conditioning. You know, it wasn’t
working when we moved in.
Jasmine: It wasn’t? That’s awful.
Aaron: So we had to have that replaced,
and the curtains. Oh, and the kitchen was
filthy, wasn’t it, darling?
Lucy: Yes. Absolutely disgusting!
Aaron: So we cleaned up that. It took
forever, but …
Lucy: It looks great now. How about
some coffee?
Aaron: Oh, yes. Sorry. I’ll just …
Conversation 2
Andy: Hello, this is Andy.
Peter: Andy, hi. It’s Peter. Listen, would
you like to go to a party tomorrow night?
Andy: Sure. I’d love to.
Peter: Great. It’s Emma’s birthday. We’re
all going to a karaoke bar.
Andy: Sounds like fun. Should I bring
anything – a present, maybe?
Peter: No, that’s OK. She said she doesn’t
want anything, and there’ll be food and
drink there so …
Andy: OK, well, I’ll give you a ride there, if
you want.
Peter: That’s OK. The party’s at U-Style,
the karaoke bar near the train station.
Andy: Oh yes. I know where that is.
Peter: Yeah, so getting there should
be no problem. There’ll be ten of us
altogether.
Andy: OK, so what time?
Peter: Let’s say seven thirty, outside the
north exit of the train station. We have
the table from eight.
Andy: Great.
Peter: Oh, and can you ask Jo as well?
Andy: Sure. OK.
Peter: Don’t forget, will you? I haven’t
seen her in ages.
Andy: No, don’t worry. I know you like my
sister! She’ll be there, I promise.
Peter: Thanks. OK, so, see you tomorrow
night!
Andy: Yeah. Great. Thanks, Peter. See
you there.
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Life skills, Presentation, page 43
I’m going to tell you about a time I fell
out with a friend. It was my final year
at college and my best friend Jo and
I had decided to rent an apartment
together. Although things started off
great, I soon realised that Jo was a real
slob. For instance, she never did the
washing up, or cleaned the bathroom.
Also, she never put things away, and she
refused to take her shoes off when she
came indoors, as well. After two months
everything was a real mess. Of course,
we were supposed to keep it clean as
part of the tenancy agreement. So, when
the landlord visited he was disgusted,
and warned us we had to clean up or
we wouldn’t be able to stay there. Well,
Jo never lifted a finger to help so I asked
a cleaning agency to come in, and had
the carpet cleaned, the windows washed,
stains on the walls and tiles removed ...
Since it cost a lot of money, I asked her to
pay half – but she refused. She said it was
my decision to have a cleaning company
come in, not hers, so I should pay for
it. In the end, I left the apartment and
found somewhere else to stay. We never
talked for the rest of the year at college.
The good thing is, we met up at a class
reunion recently and she apologized and
even gave me the money she owed me.
So, we’re friends again … finally!
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Unit 7, page 44, Conversation
Carlos: This is the neighborhood where
I grew up.
Lailah: Oh, right. So you’re from around
here?
Carlos: That’s right. Over there’s the high
school I used to go to.
Lailah: Really? What was it like? Did you
enjoy it?
Carlos: It was OK. The classes were pretty
boring, but the sports facilities were good.
Lailah: So, is that where you became
interested in sports?
Carlos: Yeah, that’s right. I was on the
basketball team, which was really fun.
Lailah: What were the teachers like?
Were they any good?
Carlos: They were all right. The teacher
I liked best was Mr. Carter.
Lailah: Oh yes. He’s the one you’ve
mentioned before, isn’t he?
Carlos: That’s right. He was my basketball
coach.
Lailah: So it’s because of him that you’re
on the college team?
Carlos: Yes, I guess it is!
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Unit 7, page 44, Language box
This is the neighborhood where I grew up.
I was on the basketball team, which was
really fun.
The teacher I liked best was Mr. Carter.
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Unit 7, page 45,
Real life exchange
A: Going to Kenya was an experience
which I’ll never forget.
B: Yes. Someone who I work with has
been there. He said it’s amazing.
A: It is! The hotel where we stayed was
right on the beach, which was perfect
for the kids.
B: What about the guides who showed
you around? Were they any good?
A: They were great. Everyone who
we met was so friendly. It was
unforgettable.
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Unit 7, page 45, Strategy
1 I’m not sure, but hopefully I’ll pass the
exam.
2 Sue fell over, but luckily she didn’t hurt
herself.
3 Everyone likes Bill, so naturally we are
all upset at the news of his accident.
4 Foolishly, I forgot to lock the front door
last night.
5 Mr. Smith very kindly offered to pay for
our meal.
6 Honestly, it’s true. I had no idea the
money was in my bag!
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Unit 7, page 123, Pronunciation
I really admire my best friend Nobu.
The school I went to wasn’t very good.
It’s because I was sick that I failed the exam.
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Unit 7, page 47, Listening
Interviewer: Now, Kim, who is the person
in your family who irritates you the most?
Kim: That’s easy. My baby sister Lan.
She’s two years younger than me, and
we’re the same size, so she uses all my
stuff. What I really hate is when she
wears my clothes without asking me.
That’s so irritating.
Interviewer: I see. Having a younger
sister can be hard.
Kim: Luckily, she’s also the person I get
along best with, so … we don’t fight that
often.
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Interviewer: I see. And what about your
friends? Who’s the person you see most
often.
Kim: My best friend Chi, who lives near
me. I guess that’s why we see each other
a lot.
Interviewer: And what do you like best
about her?
Kim: She’s so optimistic, you know. And
cheerful. When I feel sad, what I always
do is text her or give her a call. We’re
really close.
Interviewer: OK. And, er, do you have
a boyfriend?
Kim: Well, there’s a guy I’m kind of seeing.
Hung. He goes to my college, and takes
the same communication studies class as
me, which is good because we help each
other with homework.
Interviewer: That works out well.
Kim: Yes. I’m not sure he’s my boyfriend
exactly, but he’s the boy who I see the
most, if you see what I mean.
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Unit 7, page 48,
Skills expansion, Listening
Kristy
Well, I’ll never forget the first time I saw
it. I was eleven and it was the latest
blockbuster to be out. It was massive, and,
like, everyone wanted to go and see it.
I mean, all my friends really wanted to go,
but I was the first to actually see it.
My mom and dad took me on the
opening night, because it was my
birthday.
It was three hours long, but I didn’t
get bored. I just sat there staring at
the screen and I can still remember
almost every scene. Ever since then, I’ve
been really interested in fantasy and
adventure, and two years ago I even
went to New Zealand to see where it was
made.
Eduardo
My father gave me this when I graduated
from college. At the time I was surprised
because usually when he gave me
a present it was money to buy clothes
and things, but this was something
I could actually open! I remember being
a little disappointed, actually, when I first
saw it, because to be honest I wasn’t
really keen on poetry.
But when I started to look through it,
I found that many of the poems were
really interesting in a way I hadn’t
expected, and before the end of the day
I had read them all. I still treasure it, and
I take it with me whenever I go traveling.
Daniel
Well, it was the final year at college and
this was number one just before I took
my exams, so all the radio stations were
playing it constantly. I really liked the tune
because it was so optimistic and happy.
It really helped to lift my spirits as I sat in
my room revising. I remember reading
the lyrics and feeling that however
tough life can be, if you keep a positive
attitude, you can handle anything. Even
now, I always play it when I’m feeling a bit
down, and it always cheers me up!
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Unit 7, page 49,
Skills expansion, Reading
The world of … Lucy Liu
Lucy Alexis Liu was born in New York
on December 2, 1968. She had a very
multicultural childhood. She grew up in
Jackson Heights, Queens, which is a lively
Italian neighborhood in the city. In school
she studied Spanish, but at home her
parents, who were immigrants from
China, spoke Mandarin. Lucy is pleased
that she can speak Mandarin, which she
says helps her understand her roots as
an Asian American. She likes to speak
different languages – she even learned
a little Japanese for one movie, Kill Bill.
She also thinks growing up in New
York, where people are very direct, has
influenced her acting style. She says
many of the characters she plays are like
the people she grew up with in Queens.
As a child she liked watching comedy
movies, and she says that’s why she
loves doing comedy. She thinks there
is something wonderful about making
people laugh.
Although in China her father was
an engineer and her mother was
a biochemist, in the U.S. the only job her
father could find was selling watches.
The family lived in a small apartment,
sometimes with very little to eat. Lucy’s
parents encouraged her to study hard,
and she graduated with a degree in
Asian languages and cultures from the
University of Michigan. Lucy is still a hard
worker today. She works all the time and
likes to be busy. She was in college when
she started acting. In the early days after
graduation she worked as a waitress in
Michigan, which is why she says she is
a good tipper now! As an actress, she
always tries to push herself and break
new boundaries.
In 2012 she became the first actress
to play the traditionally male role of
Dr. Watson in an American TV adaptation
of the Sherlock Holmes stories. It seems
there is no end to Lucy’s talents!
Since 2004 she has worked as a UNICEF
ambassador. She has traveled around
Africa and Asia, visiting hospitals and
meeting people whose lives have been
affected by health issues. Because of
her work with UNICEF, she has a better
understanding of the health challenges
that some people face. She even
decided to act in a movie for almost
nothing because she wanted to help
educate people about disease. In 2015,
Lucy Liu announced the birth of her
son, Rockwell Lloyd Liu, telling the world
“I never feel like it’s too early or too late
for anything.”
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Unit 8, page 50, Conversation
Sara: Do you know what time it is? It’s
almost nine o’clock.
Mandy: Well, don’t blame me. If you’d
gone to bed earlier last night, you
wouldn’t have overslept.
Sara: Why didn’t you wake me up? You
know my parents are coming over this
morning. They’ll be here any minute!
Mandy: At your age you should be old
enough to take care of yourself.
Sara: You’re supposed to be a friend.
Mandy: I am! I warned you not to stay up
watching TV all night. If you’d listened to
me, you’d have turned it off and gone to
bed when I told you.
Sara: But then I’d have missed the end
of the movie. Oh no. Just look at this
place. What a mess! Can you help me
tidy up?
Mandy: No way. It’s all your stuff, anyway.
I’ve been asking you to clear it away for
days.
Sara: Oh, come on. Please!
Mandy: Too late. I think your parents are
here. Isn’t that their car coming up the
street?
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Unit 8, page 50, Language box
If you’d gone to bed earlier, you wouldn’t
have overslept.
If she hadn’t watched TV all night, she’d
have woken up on time.
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Unit 8, page 51,
Real life exchange
A: I forgot it was my best friend’s birthday
last weekend.
B: Oh no. Didn’t anyone remind you?
A: No! If someone had reminded me,
I wouldn’t have forgotten it!
B: Maybe if you had written it on your
calendar, you wouldn’t have forgotten.
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Unit 8, page 51, Strategy
Conversation 1
A: I think this TV is broken.
B: How come? It was working yesterday.
A: I have no idea. We need to get it
repaired.
B: There’s no point. It’s cheaper to buy
a new one.
Conversation 2
A: How about going out tonight?
B: No, I’m not up for it. I’m too tired.
A: Well, I could use a night out.
B: OK. Hang on a minute. I’ll get my
jacket.
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Unit 8, page 123, Pronunciation
I would’ve bought her a present if I’d
known.
He would’ve said yes if you’d asked him.
We would’ve been late if we’d left later.
She wouldn’t have been sad if you’d told
her.
You wouldn’t have gone if I’d asked you.
They wouldn’t have won if you hadn’t let
them.
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Unit 8, page 53, Listening
Interviewer: You had a difficult journey
last year, I believe, Tarek?
Tarek: Yes, that’s right. I’ll never
forget it.
Interviewer: Can you tell me about it?
Tarek: I had to fly from Abu Dhabi to
London on business, but I overslept.
When I woke up, I realized that my alarm
clock hadn’t gone off.
Interviewer: Oh no! So what time
was it?
Tarek: It was seven a.m. I was nearly an
hour behind schedule.
Interviewer: So you panicked, I guess?
Tarek: Yes. I had already packed, so I just
called a taxi and got dressed … but I was
waiting for ten minutes before a taxi
came, so I was very anxious.
Interviewer: How come?
Tarek: The driver got lost. Anyway, when
I arrived at the airport, I went to check in,
but when I looked in my pocket for my
passport, it wasn’t there.
Interviewer: Oh no. So, did you leave it
at home?
Tarek: No. It was in my pocket in the
taxi because I remembered taking it out
when I paid the driver. I called the taxi
company and they called the driver, who
found the passport on the back seat …
Interviewer: Oh!
Tarek: Yeah. So I promised to pay him
fifty dollars to bring it immediately, which
he did. I met him at the departures
entrance.
Interviewer: OK, so did you get your flight
after all that?
Tarek: No, I went to the check-in desk,
but they said I was five minutes too late.
I had to buy another ticket, at the full
price, which was almost double what
I had paid online for the flight I missed.
Interviewer: That’s terrible!
Tarek: Yes. And because I arrived late for
my meeting, the customer complained to
my boss and I lost my job.
Interviewer: Oh no! So that’s one trip
I bet you’ll never forget.
Tarek: That’s right. Terrible …
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Unit 8, page 54,
Skills expansion, Listening
Paul
Well, I saw him taking money from the
cash register. I mean, we both work here
and if anyone found out, then he could
blame it on me, couldn’t he? He runs the
place, so they’ll take his word, not mine.
So, of course, I had to call the police.
What would you have done?
Lin
I found her smoking in her room, and
at that age it’s particularly dangerous.
I mean, she doesn’t understand the
harm she’s doing to her body. Of course,
I grounded her. It’s the only way to get
through to her.
Sue
He never says hello or stops by to talk,
and in the five years we’ve known each
other, he has never invited me over, so
why does he expect to borrow my power
tools? Of course, I said no.
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Unit 8, page 55,
Skills expansion, Reading
Ask Jacqui
Dear Jacqui,
Recently my neighbor left her refrigerator
on the front lawn for a week. When
I asked why, she told me she didn’t want
it and she hadn’t had time to take it to
the recycling center. It was a good fridge,
so I told a local secondhand store who
came and took it away. I didn’t expect it,
but the guy gave me forty dollars. When
I told my neighbor, she demanded I give
her the money. I refused, because if
she had wanted money for it, she could
have sold it herself. I mean, wouldn’t
you have kept the money? Anyway, since
then we haven’t spoken at all. We were
friends before and it’s ruined a good
relationship. What should I do?
Michael
Dear Jacqui,
Four months ago my husband was
offered a job working as a sales manager
for a big company. I didn’t want him to
take it because the job involved a lot of
travel, but he told me the money was
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great and he wanted the best for me.
Anyway, now that he’s taken the job,
he’s away for around three weeks every
month. I guess if he hadn’t taken the job,
we wouldn’t have been able to move into
this big house, which I really like. I miss
him though, and I’m worried about our
relationship. I told him to quit the job, but
he said we needed the money. I’ve told
him it’s the job or me. Would you have
done the same?
Lisa
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Unit 9, page 56, Conversation
Melissa: Hi Sara. I’m back! Wow.
You’ll never believe what an amazing
day I’ve had. You should have come
with us.
Sara: I know. I wish I hadn’t had to visit
my uncle. All we did was watch TV.
Anyway, how was the balloon festival?
Melissa: Great. Everyone was there
– except you, of course. We had
a barbecue and watched all the balloons
taking off. They were huge! And then just
as we were about to leave, guess what
happened?
Sara: I have no idea. It started raining?
Melissa: No. The weather was perfect.
Actually, this guy came over and asked
if we wanted a ride in his balloon!
Sara: Really? Wow. That’s amazing. But it’s
expensive, isn’t it?
Melissa: No, it was free! He said the
people he was waiting for had canceled,
so he took us for a ride instead!
Sara: No way! I don’t believe you. You’re
making this up.
Melissa: No, I’m not. I took some photos
on my cell phone … See?
Sara: Woah! That’s incredible. I wish you
hadn’t told me.
Melissa: Yeah. You missed out big
time.
Sara: If only I’d been there.
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Unit 9, page 56, Language box
You should have come with us.
If only I’d been there.
I wish you hadn’t told me.
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Unit 9, page 57,
Real life exchange
A: I wish she had told me that she loved
me before I took the job in Spain.
B: I know. She should have said
something.
A: If only I had known, I wouldn’t have
accepted the job. I would have stayed
here.
B: I suppose you should have asked her
to marry you. That’s what she was
waiting for.
A: Yeah. You’re right. It’s my fault.
B: Never mind. You can’t change the
past.
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Unit 9, page 57, Strategy
1
A: If only I hadn’t forgotten her phone
number.
B: Try not to let it get you down. I’m sure
you’ll remember it soon.
2
A: I wish I’d married her when I had the
chance.
B: It won’t do any good to keep thinking
about it. She’s married to someone
else now.
3
A: If only he’d told me he was sick.
B: Never mind. Don’t blame yourself. It
was his decision not to say anything.
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Unit 9, page 123, Pronunciation
If only we hadn’t been late.
I wish it wasn’t raining.
You shouldn’t watch so much TV.
She didn’t say anything all night.
He went back home last Monday.
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Unit 9, page 59, Listening
Interviewer: So, Terri, tell me … do you
have any regrets about anything you
have done or said in the past?
Terri: Regrets? Oh yes, I have a lot!
Interviewer: Well, good! At least,
I think it’s good … Can you give me an
example?
Terri: Sure. Well, I got married very young
… at seventeen.
Interviewer: Wow. That is young.
Terri: Yeah, so I never went to college or
anything like that. That’s something I wish
I had done.
Interviewer: I guess if you had better
qualifications, you would have gotten
a better job.
Terri: Than waiting on tables in a bar?
Yes, I think you’re right! I’m sure I would
have found something better, but
actually I am quite happy here. I wouldn’t
want to do anything else.
Interviewer: Oh, right. OK. So, what other
regrets do you have?
Terri: Well, I had kids when I was
nineteen – twins. Here’s a picture.
Interviewer: Oh yes. They’re really cute.
How old are they now?
Terri: Hey! That would be telling my
age! Just kidding, I don’t mind. They’re
fifteen now. Anyway, I don’t regret having
them, of course – they’re adorable – but
I do wish I had waited until a little later
in life, you know. I had dreams of, like,
backpacking around the world and
everything. I’ve never achieved those, of
course. Not with two kids!
Interviewer: Well, there’s still time.
Terri: Maybe, but I can’t afford anything
like that. Maybe if I had put a little aside
each month, you know, as a travel fund …
but I didn’t! It’s too bad.
Interviewer: But despite these regrets,
you seem very cheerful.
Terri: Oh yeah, I am. I’m very happy with
life, actually. There’s very little I would
have done differently, in fact.
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Unit 9, page 60,
Skills expansion, Listening
Vanessa
It was my fault. I mean, I shouldn’t
have rushed out like that at a busy
intersection, and I should certainly have
had lights. Fortunately, nobody was badly
hurt, but it was my fault, and I’ve never
forgiven myself.
Steve
Yes, it was very sad. At the time, I was
feeling very emotional and hurt, and so,
you know, you say things you don’t mean.
I wish I hadn’t said the things I did, but we
never spoke to each other after that, and
I’ve always felt bad about it.
Leah
Well, it was years ago, and I was on my
way home when I just saw it lying there
on the side of the road. It was a very
good brand, very expensive, and I should
have taken it to the police station, but
mine was broken, and in those days
I didn’t have much money. So instead,
I picked it up and took it home. I still have
it, actually, although I often think I did the
wrong thing.
Miguel
It was wrong of me, I know. I shouldn’t
have done it. The problem was that I was
so far behind everyone else – it was
impossible to catch up – so, yes, when
the big day came, I took a tiny notebook
in with me, and luckily nobody noticed.
I’ve never felt right about it, though.
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Unit 9, page 61,
Skills expansion, Reading
Regrets – I’ve had a few!
My name’s Jack and I want to tell you
about something I regret. It happened
over twenty years ago, but I still
remember it as if it was yesterday.
I must have been around five years old.
It was a summer day and I was in a park
playing with some other kids from the
neighborhood. There was a boy there
named Jeremy who I didn’t like very
much, but I can’t remember why. Anyway,
we were playing near a pond.
The water was very dirty and it was
full of weeds and slime. You can guess
what I did, right? … I waited until he was
standing near the edge of the pond, and
then I crept up behind him and gave
him a good hard push in the back … he
went flying straight into the filthy, slimy
water! His dad rushed over and pulled
him out. Jeremy was crying and pointed
at me, saying “It was him. He pushed
me!” Of course, I denied it. My parents
were there, but I insisted I was innocent
and without any proof they took my
side. The bad thing is that Jeremy’s
parents and mine used to be good
friends, but after that they never spoke
to each other again. I should have told
my parents the truth, but I didn’t. To this
day, I still regret pushing that boy into
the pond.
Ken Thomas says:
Great post, Jack. We all do things we
regret, and not just when we’re young.
Only last week at a big supermarket, the
cashier gave me ten dollars too much in
change, and I didn’t say a word. I wish I’d
returned the money at the time, because
now it’s too late. I feel bad!
Jolene Lee says:
The only way to make amends is to put
things right. Find Jeremy and ask for his
forgiveness. Tell your parents the truth. Do
this, and you’ll feel much better, trust me!
Luis Alonso says:
Regrets are good because we learn from
them. You shouldn’t have lied, but the
fact you feel bad means you learned that
telling the truth is the best policy.
Tina Fullerton says:
It’s not just the things you do that can
be a source of regret, but the things you
don’t do. There was this really cute guy in
high school who I never asked out. I wish
I had told him how I felt at the time. He’s
married now.
Joon Kim says:
Life’s too short for regrets. Accept what
you have done, learn from it if you can,
and move on. Keep positive!
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Review 3, page 62, Listening
Conversation 1
Phil: Who’s that, Rachel? In the
photograph over there on your desk?
Rachel: Oh, that’s Haley. I’ve known her
for ages.
Phil: Oh, I remember. You went to high
school together, didn’t you?
Rachel: Yes, that’s right.
Phil: It must be, what, over twenty years
now!
Rachel: Don’t remind me!
Phil: Isn’t she the one who got married
last summer?
Rachel: Yes, but I didn’t go to the wedding.
Phil: Why not?
Rachel: I was out of town at a conference.
I think she was pretty upset. We haven’t
really seen each other since.
Phil: That’s too bad. Well, never mind.
Don’t blame yourself. Why don’t you give
her a call and invite her over for dinner?
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Rachel: Hey, that’s a good idea, Phil.
I think I’ll do that! Perhaps you can cook.
Phil: What, me?
Rachel: Yes. You know – the pasta you
made last week. It was great.
Phil: Hmm ... OK, then. I wish I hadn’t
suggested it now.
Conversation 2
Sofia: What’s up, Juanita? Hey, I like the
flowers! Are they for me?
Juanita: Oh, hi Sofia. Er, no, they’re for
my mom, actually. I’ve just realized that
I’ve forgotten her birthday. It’s today, and
I didn’t send a card.
Sofia: How come? I thought I reminded
you to buy a card last Friday.
Juanita: You did. But there was a big
soccer game on Saturday. I should have
bought a card before I went to the game,
but … I didn’t have time.
Sofia: Oh, I remember! You were playing
your computer game all morning, instead
of studying. Honestly, if you’d left home
earlier, you could have got a card.
Juanita: I know.
Sofia: Well, it’s too late to worry about it
now.
Juanita: I’ve bought her some flowers,
anyway. I’m on my way there now.
Sofia: Hey, why don’t you take her to
La Scala? You know – the new Italian
place that’s just opened in the mall.
Juanita: Great idea. I’ll do that. Thanks,
Sofia.
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Life skills, presentation, page 63
Well, I’m going to tell you about three
things I wish I’d done differently. First,
I wish I hadn’t taken a part-time job
while I was at college. Sure, I needed the
money, but I worked five nights a week
and that really affected my social life.
While my friends were all going out
together and having fun, I was standing
behind the counter at a convenience
store. I thought I was doing the right
thing and being responsible, but now
I feel like I really missed out. Being at
college is a special time and I should
have let myself enjoy every minute of it
… My second big regret is I wish I’d kept
playing tennis after I left high school.
I was on the school team and used to
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play in lots of tournaments. Actually,
I was pretty good, and I really enjoyed it,
but when I left high school I just stopped.
Now it irritates me to play because I’m
nowhere near as good as I used to be.
I can’t enjoy it anymore. And finally, I wish
I’d realised that looking cool wasn’t the
most important thing in life. I would
spend hours doing my hair, and trying
out various ‘looks’ in the mirror. Now
I understand I was just insecure, and it
makes me mad to think how much time
I wasted worrying about my appearance.
In general, though, I try not to dwell on
my past mistakes. I believe you have to
look forward, not back.
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Unit 10, page 64, Conversation
Hannah: That’s the last class. Spring
break starts tomorrow!
Paula: Yeah, what a relief. Have you
decided what you’re going to do?
Hannah: Yes. I’m seeing some friends in
Thailand. It’ll be great.
Paula: Lucky you! When are you leaving?
Hannah: Tomorrow. Pretty soon I’ll be
relaxing on a beach, sunbathing …
Paula: Hmm. Well, I’m not going
anywhere for spring break. I’ll be working
the whole time.
Hannah: How come? You’ve been
studying hard … you deserve a break!
Paula: I know, but if I want to get good
grades, I have to work on my final report.
Hannah: That’s too bad. Well, think of
me. While you’re working, I’ll be swimming
and having fun.
Paula: Sure. Just remember, when you
get back I’ll have finished my report, and
you won’t have started yours!
Hannah: Hmm. Thanks.
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Unit 10, page 64, Language box
Spring break starts tomorrow.
What are you going to do?
He’s seeing some friends.
It’ll be great.
Soon he’ll be relaxing on a beach.
She’ll have finished her report when he
gets back.
He won’t have started his report!
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Unit 10, page 65,
Real life exchange
A: I’m visiting my grandparents next
weekend.
B: Again? That’s the third time this year
you’ll have seen them.
A: I know. They’re getting old.
B: Are you going to fly there again?
A: Yes. My plane leaves at two on Friday.
B: Well, while you’re flying to Michigan,
I’ll be taking an exam.
A: Really? Good luck. I’m sure you’ll pass.
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Unit 10, page 65, Strategy
1 You’re kidding, right?
2 That’s just what I think.
3 I don’t go along with that at all.
4 That’s so kind of you.
5 I have no doubt about it.
6 That’s great. I can’t wait.
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Unit 10, page 123, Pronunciation
The exams finish tomorrow so I am
relieved.
Who are you going to see?
We are going on vacation and so is Jim.
There’ll be three elementary schools in
this area.
OK, I’ll do it.
She’ll have finished the report by the end
of the day.
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Unit 10, page 67, Listening
Interviewer: Eduardo, you have some
adventurous plans for the future, I think
you said.
Eduardo: Yes, I do. In a few days I’m
leaving for Malaysia.
Interviewer: Malaysia? Wow. That sounds
like fun. Have you been there before?
Eduardo: No, but I’m really looking
forward to it.
Interviewer: So, why Malaysia?
Eduardo: I’m going to work as a volunteer
in a zoo! Taiping Zoo it’s called, in Taiping
– that’s about three hours away from
Kuala Lumpur. My plane leaves Tuesday
morning, so in a week I’ll be there!
Interviewer: Wow! So this time next week
you’ll be working there, feeding giraffes,
camels …
Eduardo: … and tigers! It’ll be great!
Interviewer: How long are you going to
do that?
Eduardo: I’ve planned on six months,
but I may stay longer. I’m going there
because I want to learn Malay, or Bahasa
Melayu, as it’s called.
Interviewer: I see. Is that an easy
language?
Eduardo: It’s not so hard, I’ve been told,
but I won’t have learned it in six months,
so I’ll probably stay longer.
Interviewer: Well, best of luck, Eduardo!
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Unit 10, page 68,
Skills expansion, Listening
Politician: Work has been on going and
we hope that it will be completed by the
end of January. Now, are there any more
questions?
Reporter 1: Yes. I have a question.
What are you going to do about
unemployment?
Politician: From the beginning of next
month, we’ll be running a new program
called Fresh Start to get people back to
work. We’re investing ten million dollars
in this plan, and I’m sure it will produce
great results.
Reporter 2: A report today said that in
twenty years’ time, more people will be
retired than will actually be working.
What effect is this going to have on the
economy, and what plans do you have to
make sure that …
Politician: I’ve read that report, and
I don’t agree with its findings at all. I don’t
agree that so many people will have
retired by then. A lot of people want to
keep working.
Reporter 3: What about education? What
are you going to do to support schools?
Politician: The government has already
spent a lot of money on schools, and by
the end of this year, we’ll have spent an
additional nineteen million dollars on
new facilities, such as computers and
sports equipment. And, of course, soon
every school in the country will have
a grant of ten thousand dollars, which
they can spend on books.
Reporter 3: How about teachers’ Hannah: So, nothing unusual. There
salaries? Will they be increasing? were no trick questions?
Politician: No decision has been made Mandy: No. In fact, I’m not sure why he
for now, but we are looking into that and didn’t ask more questions. I did all the
we’ll make a decision soon. Now, I think talking!
that’s all I have time for so … if you’ll Hannah: That’s a good sign. You’re
excuse me… supposed to keep talking in an interview,
aren’t you?
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Mandy: Well, that’s what they say.
Unit 10, page 69, Anyway, let’s go and eat. I want to
Skills expansion, Reading celebrate!
Hannah: Celebrate? Do you really think
Dear Gareth,
you’ll get the job? I mean, there were a lot
Hi there. I know you won’t have left yet,
of applicants, and you don’t have that
but I’m sending this letter to your host
much experience.
family, so it will be waiting for you when
Mandy: Maybe not, but, he is my father …
you arrive. I expect you’ll be packing
now, getting ready to leave. I just want to 88
say I hope you have a great time in São
Paulo. Things will be very different there. Unit 11, page 70, Language box
I’m sure you’ll love it. As you know, I’m I was wondering what had happened to
going to spend the summer here, with you.
my family. That sounds boring compared Didn’t I tell you?
to studying Portuguese in Brazil, but What did he ask about?
I’m looking forward to a quiet time in He asked if I had any experience.
Michigan after what’s been a really hectic I’m not sure why he didn’t ask more
semester at college. Well, I probably questions.
won’t have much of a rest actually, You’re supposed to keep talking, aren’t
because I’m going to have an interview you?
for a job in a local coffee shop tomorrow.
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So while you’re having fun in São Paulo,
I’ll be asking customers ‘Do you want milk Unit 11, page 71,
or cream?’ time after time. It’s not fair! Real life exchange
Anyway, I’m sure that when you come A: Hey, guess what! I got the job!
back in two months’ time, you will have B: That’s wonderful. How soon do you
learned a lot and will have made some start?
great friends. Please e-mail when you get A: Next week! I have no idea what the
a chance, and let’s skype soon as well. salary is, though.
I can’t wait to hear all your news. Take B: How come? Didn’t you ask?
care and have fun. A: No, I didn’t. I wonder if I should call
Love, Sophie and find out.
P.S. I miss you and think of you all the B: I don’t think so. You don’t want to look
time. Please write soon! like an idiot, do you?
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Unit 11, page 70, Conversation Unit 11, page 71, Strategy
Hannah: Hi. I was wondering what had 1
happened to you. You’ve been gone A: I went to the movies yesterday.
forever … How did it go? B: Who with?
Mandy: Oh, it wasn’t too bad, I guess. 2
Hannah: See. Didn’t I tell you it would be A: Can I ask you a question?
OK? So, what did he ask about? B: What about?
Mandy: Oh, you know … he asked why 3
I wanted to work there, if I had any A: Can you give me twenty dollars?
experience, that kind of thing. B: What for?
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4 Interviewer: What did you tell them that
A: I got a letter today.
B: Who from?
5 to find myself in a job I don’t like.
A: I bought a present today.
B: Who for?
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Unit 11, page 123, Pronunciation
You said you wanted to see me?
You’ve finished the report already?
You’re not coming to the party?
Your computer crashed?
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Unit 11, page 73, Listening
Interviewer: Jasmina, didn’t you have an
interview recently?
Jasmina: Yes, I did. Last Friday, actually.
Interviewer: Could you tell me how it went?
Jasmina: Yes, er, well, it was for
a supermarket near my home. Assistant
manager. It’s a big supermarket so it’s
a very good job.
Interviewer: I see. And do you mind
telling me what kinds of things they asked
you about?
Jasmina: Er, well, actually I was pretty
surprised. I expected them to ask about
my qualifications and experience, that
kind of thing, but they didn’t really. I don’t
know why not.
Interviewer: No, you’d have expected
them to, wouldn’t you?
Jasmina: Yes, but they seemed more
interested in me as a person than in
my experience and stuff. I mean, they
asked me if I’m good at, you know,
communicating with people.
Interviewer: So, you said you were good
at that?
Jasmina: Yes! Of course. And I said was
reliable, well organized, and that I’m
a creative person, so I really love solving
problems, and I’m very flexible … er, what
else? Oh yes, I said I like overcoming
difficulties … that kind of thing.
Interviewer: Didn’t they ask you about
your weaknesses as well?
Jasmina: Yeah … unfortunately! I said I’m
not very good at making decisions, which
I’m not, and also that I hate working
under too much pressure. It makes me
feel sick.
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for? It’s probably a pretty stressful job.
Jasmina: I had to be honest. I don’t want
Interviewer: Hmm. Yes, I see what you
mean. Well, I hope you get it!
Jasmina: Thanks. We’ll see, I guess.
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Unit 11, page 74,
Skills expansion, Listening
A: Can you tell me about yourself?
B: Er, well, I’m twenty-five, I graduated
from Boston College of Technology,
and I’m very interested in working for
this company!
A: So … Can you tell me why you want to
leave your present job?
B: Yes. I think it’s time for a new
challenge. I’m ready to move on.
A: And why do you want to work for this
company?
B: I’ve always wanted to work for this
company. You have a great reputation,
and I want to work for the best.
A: What have you learned from your
previous jobs?
B: That not every problem has a solution,
but it’s important to keep trying. Never
give up!
A: Can you give me an example of when
you have successfully overcome
a difficulty?
B: Last year, there were problems with
our delivery system. I suggested some
changes, and now things are running
much more smoothly.
A: What are your strengths?
B: I’m determined, flexible, and very
reliable.
A: And what are your weaknesses?
B: I probably prefer to work on my own,
so that can be a problem in a team.
A: Why should we give you the job?
B: Because I have a lot to offer the
company, and I am sure I can help
a lot.
A: What do you want to be doing in your
career five years from now?
B: I’d like to be leading my department,
and helping to keep this company at
the top.
A: Do you enjoy working under pressure?
B: Yes, we all need pressure. It makes the
job interesting.
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Unit 11, page 75,
Skills expansion, Reading
Top ten interview tips
Ever wondered what you have to do
to get that great job? Well, here is
all you need to know about getting
through that all-important interview –
successfully!
1 Find as much background information
about the employer as you can. Why
not check out the company website?
Decide why you want to work for them,
and how you can help them achieve
their goals.
2 Ask a friend to give you a “mock”
interview, and film yourself if possible,
so you can assess your performance
afterward.
3 Make sure that you can answer the
most common interview questions.
4 Wear appropriate clothes. Make
sure your shoes are polished and
carry a briefcase so you look more
businesslike.
5 Always try to give examples of times
when you successfully used your skills
and how this helped you overcome
a problem.
6 Stress what you can offer and how
this will benefit the company. Be
enthusiastic about the company and
the job.
7 It’s never a good idea to lie in an
interview. You don’t want to pretend to
be something you’re not.
8 Write a list of questions you want to
ask the interviewer. You need to decide
if this company and the job are the
right ones for you.
9 It’s easy to say, but during the interview
you should relax and try to enjoy it.
If you’re not sure you understood
a question, ask for clarification.
Remember, it is OK to take a little time
to prepare your responses.
10 D  on’t forget to follow up with an
e-mail to thank the interviewer for
his or her time, and to repeat your
interest in the position.

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Unit 12, page 76, Conversation
Helen: I got a raise today, but I still earn
less than all the men in my department.
It’s not fair!
Todd: Well, why don’t you ask the boss
for more money?
Helen: I did, but all he said was, “That’s
just the way it is.” We can’t manage on my
salary these days. I think you might have
to get a job.
Todd: I thought we agreed one of us
would take care of the kids? You’re the
career woman, I’m the househusband –
remember?
Helen: Yes, I know. All this stuff about
roles makes me mad, that’s all.
Todd: Tell me about it! My friends all
laugh at me for being a househusband.
They all think men should work and
women should stay home.
Helen: Well, they’re just being narrow-
minded.
Todd: And when I have coffee with
Sharon and Charlotte, they expect me to
pay the bill … because I’m a man!
Helen: That’s not fair, either.
Todd: I know. Anyway, I’ve made you
a great meal. Let’s eat.
Helen: Oh, I’m not hungry, thanks.
I already had dinner.
Todd: But I spent all afternoon making
this! Why didn’t you tell me?
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Unit 12, page 76, Language box
I got a raise.
I’ve made you a great meal.
She’s the career woman.
They expect me to pay the bill.
They think men should work.
I already had dinner.
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Unit 12, page 77,
Real life exchange
A: If a man and a woman are walking
toward a door, who do you expect to
open it: the man or the woman?
B: I’d expect the man to open it,
I guess.
A: See! You think women aren’t as strong
as men.
B: No, that’s not what I think at all. I just
think it’s polite to open doors for
women.
A: Well, would you give up your seat to
a woman if the bus you were on was
full, for example.
B: If the woman was old, yes. I’d do the
same for a man, too!
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Unit 12, page 77, Strategy
1 I couldn’t agree more.
2 I completely disagree.
3 I don’t think you understood me.
4 Absolutely! I agree.
5 I can’t believe you think that!
6 That’s not what I meant.
7 You misunderstood me.
8 You’re totally wrong about that.
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Unit 12, page 123, Pronunciation
sensitive ambitious emotional
talkative assertive considerate
confident decisive adventurous
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Unit 12, page 79, Listening
Interviewer: Roberta, you’re Italian, right?
Roberta: Yes, that’s right. I was born here
in Milan.
Interviewer: Can you tell me what it’s like
to be a woman in Italy? I mean, Italian
men have a reputation for not exactly
being feminists. Is that true?
Roberta: Unfortunately, I think that it is
still true. Italian men do very little around
the house. They don’t help women with
any housework, or things like that.
Interviewer: Is that because of their
upbringing, do you think?
Roberta: Of course, Italian mothers do
everything for their sons … everything.
They wash, cook, clean … even after their
sons become adults. The men can’t do
anything for themselves.
Interviewer: Is that why I read that
women in Italy are having children later
these days?
Roberta: I think so. More women work
these days, of course – around half of
women, I think – and we don’t finish
school until our late twenties, so it’s
normal not to have children until your
mid-thirties. That’s why we have only one
child, normally.
Interviewer: Grandparents help a lot,
though, don’t they?
Roberta: That’s true. My mother and
father help me with little Stefano a lot.
Interviewer: And are there any other
difficulties with being a woman in Italy?
Roberta: Well, it’s very expensive! When
you go out, you have to make sure you
are dressed well and look your best.
Interviewer: And I suppose men don’t
worry about how they look?
Roberta: No, that’s not true. They are
even more concerned about how they
look!
Interviewer: Oh, I see. Well, thank you,
Roberta.
Roberta: You’re welcome.
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Unit 12, page 80,
Skills expansion, Listening
Matt
Well, it’s not easy, of course, but I think
it’s possible. I mean, times are changing,
and it’s mainly the older people who have
the more traditional views, isn’t it?
James
If you ask me, I know it’s different in
different places, but where I grew up,
it’s expected. I don’t think that’s a bad
thing. It’s something I’m really looking
forward to. Yeah, it’s definitely a big thing
for me.
Sam
Oh, nothing special, really. I mean, I might
have my hair done, you know, and wear
a nice dress if I’m going to a party, but
that’s about all. Most of all, I try to be
interested in what they’re saying. That’s
important.
Victoria
I guess it’s because women may need
to take a career break to have children,
and this can get in the way of promotion.
Employers are reluctant to promote
women to positions of importance if
they may then leave, even if it’s only for
a short time on maternity leave.
Bradley
Oh, that’s a hard one to answer! I mean,
it’s not easy for me to give an informed
opinion, right? I guess women have far
more difficulties to overcome in society
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than men do. It’s probably much easier
for us. We are freer to do what we like,
I think. So, yeah, I’m happy as I am!
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Unit 12, page 81,
Skills expansion, Reading
Are we really so different?
Everywhere you look you’ll find surveys
and questionnaires in magazines,
newspaper articles, best-selling
books, TV shows … all giving one clear
message: women and men are different.
Apparently, we can’t get along because
we communicate too differently. We don’t
understand each other. Women think
one thing, men think another. A woman
is cooperative, a man is competitive.
Women are good communicators, and
can relate to people well, whereas men
are more action-oriented and driven by
results. A woman can do several things
at once, but a man prefers to do one
task at a time. If you believe everything
you read, women even have a stronger
sense of smell and of touch. The list of
differences goes on and on.
However, psychologist Dr. Janet S. Hyde
claims that the differences between
men and women are exaggerated. She
reviewed forty-six studies of gender
difference, going back twenty years, and
found that there are far more similarities
than differences between men and
women. In fact, Dr. Hyde’s results show
that there are very few differences in
the way we think, act and communicate.
What’s more, she warns that claims
of gender difference actually have
a negative impact on women, both in the
workplace and in their relationships with
their husbands or boyfriends.
Girls also suffer the consequences of
these claims. For example, girls studying
in school are not always encouraged
to think that they can succeed in math
the same way that many boys are. This
is because people often believe media
claims that girls aren’t as good at math as
boys. Perhaps it’s time to celebrate what
brings us together, rather than focus on
what divides us.
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Review 4, page 82, Listening
Conversation 1
Michelle: Hey, Courtney.
Courtney: Oh, hi, Michelle. Hi, Cameron.
It’s hot today, isn’t it?
Michelle: Sure is. Hey, we’re going to
go to the beach this afternoon. I was
wondering if you wanted to come?
Courtney: I’d love to, but I can’t, Michelle.
Sorry. I won’t have finished this report,
and it’s due today. I can’t stand the stress!
Cameron: Too bad. Well, how about
tomorrow? You need to relax.
Courtney: Sorry, I can’t. I’m driving to
Florida tomorrow morning.
Cameron: Florida? That’s a long way.
Courtney: Yeah, I know. It’ll take forever.
But it’s my granddad’s seventieth
birthday, so I have to go.
Cameron: Well, take care. It’s going to be
really hot tomorrow.
Michelle: Yeah. They say it’ll be the
hottest day of the year so far!
Courtney: You’re kidding, right?
Michelle: No. I just heard the forecast on
the radio.
Cameron: Well, Courtney, we’ll think of
you while we’re sunbathing on the beach.
Michelle: I’ll call you around eleven, OK?
See how you are.
Courtney: Thanks, but I won’t have
arrived by then. I’ll probably get there
around noon. Call me in the afternoon,
will you?
Michelle: OK. Drive safely!
Conversation 2
Daisy: How’s your new job going, Paul?
Paul: Oh, it’s all right. You know, nothing
special.
Daisy: I thought you were really pleased
when you got the job.
Paul: I was. I mean, the pay’s fine and
everything, and it’s not far from home,
but the problem is my boss. He’s really
lazy, but he complains all the time that
I don’t work hard enough!
Daisy: Really? That’s terrible.
Paul: Yeah. It’s really annoying.
Daisy: What? You’re not going to quit
already, are you?
Paul: No, I’ll just see what happens.
You know, maybe he’ll get better. And
everyone else is fine. In fact, it’s pretty fun
at times.
Daisy: Well, see how it goes, I guess.
Paul: Yeah. I’m still settling in, really. Next
Friday I’ll have been there a month, so
we’ll see.
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Life skills, Presentation, page 83
I’m going to tell you about a job I’d love
to have … a professional chef. To start
with, I’ll explain why this is my dream
job and then I’ll move on to show how
I’m working on achieving this goal. I’ll
finish up by describing what personal
qualities I have which I think make me
suitable … So, a couple of years ago
I went to Asia and the food there really
blew me away. I couldn’t believe all the
new flavors, smells and textures. Ever
since then I’ve been practicing all kinds
of Asian dishes, cooking at home for
friends. I’m starting a Hospitality and
Catering course next month, which lasts
two years, and I’ll be focusing on Asian
cuisine. After that, I plan to travel all over
East Asia, working in famous restaurants
with big-name chefs. Then I’ll have all the
training and experience I need to open
my own restaurant back home. I aim to
specialize in a fusion of Asian and Latin
food. I believe I have all the personal
qualities I need to succeed. First, I’m
well-organized and disciplined, so I think
that being my own boss would be no
problem. Also, you need to be creative
and imaginative, too, to develop new and
exciting dishes. I think I’m good at that.
On top of that, I can also work well under
pressure, which will come in handy!
Anyway, that’s my plan. Wish me luck!