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Dear Student,
Welcome to the English Discoveries Workbook – Intermediate 1. This workbook is especially for you! It will help you use, practice and progress in English.
Each unit of the workbook corresponds directly to a unit in the English Discoveries Intermediate 1 course. You should use this workbook together with the course. For example, after you do the listening component from the course, we recommend you do the listening section in the workbook. Your workbook also contains copies of the Explore texts from the English Discoveries course, so you can refer to its content when you are away from the computer.
Each unit in the workbook has four sections: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Grammar. • The Listening section will help you practice your listening skills. A variety of genre such as voice mail messages, radio programs and TV video clips are included. • The Reading section will reinforce your understanding of different kinds of reading texts such as postcards, ads, stories and newspaper articles. • The Speaking section will give you the opportunity to practice different speaking functions such as ordering a meal in a restaurant, asking for directions, making suggestions, etc. • The Grammar section will help you practice the main points of the online unit within the context of the unit theme. This way you will learn to use grammar structures in real-life situations.
Special emphasis has been given throughout the workbook to speaking and writing activities and you will see that you have a lot of opportunity to express yourself in both spoken and written English.
We hope you enjoy using this program and wish you lots of luck! The English Discoveries Team
The English Discoveries Online Team
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CONTENTS
UNIT 1
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 UNIT 2
Away rom Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 UNIT 3
Celebrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 UNIT 4
Bad Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 UNIT 5
Arts nd Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 UNIT 6
At Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 UNIT 7
Sending Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 UNIT 8
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 APPENDIX
Explore Texts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
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SPORTS a. Do you remember who said what in the radio interview between the presenter, Duke, and the football hero, Joe Norse? Complete the table below. Use the Explore text on page 62 to help you. 31071
Duke
Joe Norse
1. Welcome to “Local Athletes” 2. How does it feel to be playing on the same field as Hank “The Tank” Perry and Dick Verall? 3. Our school has always had a great history of producing famous athletes. 4. Coach Washington says that a team that is motivated is a team that wins. 5. I’m thinking mostly about passing my exams and getting my diploma. 6. You’ve made an intelligent decision.
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b. Joe Norse asked his football coach to write him a letter of recommendation to help him get into college. Complete his letter, using the words below. 31081
attends • championship • coach • college • intelligent • mastered • motivated
attends
championship
college
coach
motivated
intelligent
mastered
F. Washington
c. A few weeks later Duke interviewed Joe Norse’s coach, Fraser Washington. Which of the questions below do you think he asked him? 31082
1. How does it feel to be coaching Joe Norse? 2. What is your opinion of Jefferson High? 3. How are your studies going? 4. Did you coach Hank Perry and Dick Verall? 5. Do you think it’s important for a football team to be motivated? 6. Have you accepted any college offers? d. Write the dialogue for a radio interview between Duke and Coach Washington. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help you. Duke: Welcome to “Local Athletes” Today’s guest is Coach Fraser Washington.
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Coach Washington: Hello Duke how are you? Duke:
Hello, so fine and you?
Coach Washington: So fine Duke: Great, I'm glad to accompany me Coach Washington: And I'm glad I invite e. Role-play your dialogue with a partner. If possible, record your dialogue and play it to the class. Unit
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COLLEGE FOR KIDS? a. Did you understand the text from the Reading section, “College for Kids?” Mark whether the following statements are True or False, according to what you read in the article. Use the Explore text on pages 6263.
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True
False
1. Once, children learned to read and write in elementary school. 2. Nowadays, parents teach their children 1-2-3 and A-B-C before they start school. 3. Today, many children must take entrance exams for kindergarten. 4. Today, some pre-school children are given homework assignments. 5. Once, children just played in kindergarten. 6. Nowadays, children know much more than they did in the past.
b. “College for Kids?” discusses formal education for pre-school children. Mark whether the statements below are For or Against formal education for pre-school children. Mark your own view in the third column. Compare your views with a partner. 31092
For
Against
My View
1. Children today know more than children did years ago. 2. Children need to be children. 3. Children learn as they play. 4. Small children should be given homework assignments. 5. There should be entrance examinations for kindergarten. 6. Childhood programs should offer subjects that children do well in naturally, like art and music. 7. Kindergartens should teach children the alphabet and basic mathematics.
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c. Harriet Nelson, the author of the article, “College for Kids?” received many letters from the parents of pre-school children. Below are two of the letters she received. Which letter do you agree with? Complete the following sentence:
I agree with letter
B
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esn ’ t pre-school. He do t a t lo a d ne ar has le belie ve m y child do homework t ’ sn oe d he d an geograph y his tor y or
A
B
d. Write your own letter to Harriet Nelson. Use the words and phrases from a., b., and c. to help you. 31102
e. Read and discuss your letter with a partner. Do you agree or disagree with your partner’s letter?
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MATH TEST a. Do you remember the dialogue, “Math Test”? Rewrite the dialogue by putting the words below in the correct order. 31111
yesterday? / do / did / test / on / math / How / you / that How did you do on that math test yesterday?
ever / the / test / was / I’ve / That / hardest / taken. -That was the hardest test I've ever taken.
yet. / has / I / Mr. Pascal / if / them / wonder / graded / Yeah. Yeah. I wonder if Mr. Pascal has graded them yet.
sure / has. / he / I’m I'm sure he has.
so / can / How / sure? / you / be How can you be so sure?
morning, / I / this / him / saw / and / all. / wasn’t / at / happy / he I saw him this morning, and he wasn't happy at all.
b. Mark whether a Teacher, or a Student or Both might ask the following questions. 31112
Teacher
Student
Both
1. What did you think of the math test? 2. Was the material very hard? 3. Can you explain the material again? 4. Did you spend enough time preparing for the test? 5. Does this mark count towards our final grade? 6. Would you like to take the test again? c. Write a dialogue between Mr. Pascal and one of his students. Use the sentences and phrases in a. and b. to help you. 31113 Unit
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STATEMENTS Q and A a. Complete the dialogue between two parents with the adverbs: since, yet, already, for and just . For some of the answers there is more than one correct choice. 31121
Sue: Hi, Tim. I haven’t seen you (1)
such a long time, not (2)
Maria’s birthday party. How are Maria and the kids? Tim: They’re fine. Clara has (3)
started high school. What about your twins?
Sue: Oh they’re great – they’ve (4)
started kindergarten.
Tim: That’s nice, are they enjoying themselves? Sue: Well, they only started last week. But they have (5)
made lots of friends.
What does Clara think of high school? Tim: Actually she hasn’t made many friends (6)
and she’s finding the homework
assignments really difficult. Sue: Oh dear, I’m sure it will get better and anyway, grades and diplomas aren’t everything. Tim: That’s true. b. Read the dialogue with a partner.
c. Here are some more questions that Duke asked the football player, Joe Norse in his radio interview. Write the answers that Joe might have given.
1. How long have you been a student at Jefferson High?
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2. Have you visited any colleges yet?
3. Have you ever met Hank “The Tank”?
4. How long have you known Coach Washington?
5. Have you ever been interviewed on the radio before?
d. In class, read your answers to c. to a partner and then role-play the dialogue. 31123 Unit
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FRIENDS a. Eric tells his wife, Lydia, that he met René and that René’s wife, Christine, is homesick. Lydia phones Christine to ask how she feels. Complete their conversation with the words and phrases below. 31131
a short time • free time • get used to • international department miss my family • practicing his English • transfer Lydia:
Hello, this is Eric’s wife, Lydia. Our husbands spoke this morning.
Christine:
Yes, of course. How nice to hear from you.
Lydia:
Eric told me René is going to be working in the (1) international department
Christine:
That’s right. He asked for a (2) transfer
Lydia:
I suppose he’s very busy.
Christine:
Yes, he’s (3) practicing his English
.
from the Paris office. and trying to (4) get used to
life in the United States. Lydia:
Do you like living here?
Christine:
Well, we’ve only been here (5) a short time I (6) miss my family
and I must say,
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Lydia:
Do you have a job?
Christine:
No, I don’t have job yet. So I have a lot of (7) free time
Lydia:
Why don’t you come and have a cup of coffee with me this week?
Christine:
Thank you. I’d like that.
.
b. Christine decides that she needs to get a job. She sees the following job ad in the newspaper and decides to apply for it. Do you think it’s a good idea for Christine to apply for this job? Why? Why not? Yes but, she have a excellent telephone skills
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Wanted!
No previous experience required.
c. Christine meets Lydia for coffee and tells her she has decided to apply for the job. Complete the dialogue below.
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Christine: Lydia, I’ve decided to get a job! Lydia:
That’s great! What kind of job?
Christine:
Part-time receptionist for the French Embassy
Lydia:
That good friend, I hope you will go to the best in your work
Christine:
Thanks my friend
Lydia:
of course
d. In class, read your dialogue to your partner.
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STUDY EXCHANGE a. Pat Miller, the author of “Study Exchange” interviewed the exchange student, Kim Bankes, before she wrote her article. Match the questions she asked to Kim’s answers. 31151
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1. “Has your French improved?” 2. “How often do you speak to your parents?”
f
3. “Do you miss your family?”
b
4. “Have you made any friends?”
c
5. “What is your roommate’s name?”
d
6. “How long do you think you will stay in Paris?” a Kim’s Answers
a. “I don’t even feel like going home.” b. “I haven’t been homesick even once.” c. “I’ve made several new friends.” d. “Her name’s Chantal.” e. “I hardly have an accent.” f. “My mother phones me once a week.”
b. Write three more questions to ask Kim. 31152
1. Do you like food of paris? 2. Which team you support? Paris Saint Germain or Olimpic de Marseille? 3. You have visited the Eiffel Tower?
c. With a partner, role-play the interview between Pat and Kim. Use the sentences from a. and b. to help you.
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d. Read the postcard that Kim’s mother sent her. Imagine you are Kim and write a reply. Use the words and phrases from a. to help you. 31161
in Paris and aren’t hope you are having a good time I’ll
Hi Mom, I made many nice friends who support me and love me, my roommate is very quiet and we have many things in common and miss you very much my home but do not think I want to go back, I miss you too, take care mom
.
e. Exchange postcards with your partner. 31162
f. Design a poster advising the Craighouse School’s exchange program. Include the following ertising information.
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• how long the program has been running • how long the program lasts • where the students stay during the program • how old the students have to be • the effects of the program on the students’ French Unit
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ENJOYING YOUR STAY a. Do you remember the dialogue “Enjoying Your Stay”? Here are two alternative dialogues from Practice 2. Separate the jumbled sentences to make two alternative dialogues. 31171
Yes, I am. I love it here. No, I’m not. Everything is so strange. Why do things seem strange? Where have you been? People aren’t very friendly to me. Do you have any more family in the United States? I’m being friendly to you, aren’t I? No. Only my cousins. But they’ve been very nice to me. Yes, you are. I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to be rude. I have cousins in Florida. I went to visit them.
Dialogue 1 Woman: Well, Akiko, are you enjoying your stay in the U.S.? Akiko: Woman: Akiko: Woman: Akiko:
Dialogue 2 Woman: Well Akiko, are you enjoying your stay in the U.S.? Akiko: Woman: Akiko: Woman: Akiko: b. Choose one of the dialogues and practice it with a partner. Take turns reading the different parts.
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PROGRESSIVE a. Kim returns home from France at the end of the school year. She misses France a lot and especially her roommate, Chantal. Complete Kim’s postcard to Chantal with the correct form of the verb in brackets. 31181
(1) am working at school. My French has improved a lot but I’ve missed a lot of material in (2) am arguing but now that I’m home she wants me to study harder and go out less. She’s also not (3) am making (4) are yoy doing (5) are practicing your English so you’ll be able to
b. Imagine you are Chantal. Answer Kim’s letter, using the Present Perfect Progressive to write about what you have been doing at home and at school. 31182
c. Exchange letters with a partner. Has your partner used the Present Perfect Progressive correctly?
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CALL-IN a. Do you remember the radio call-in program from the Listening section? Which celebrations are the people from the program talking about? Match the sentences in A to the celebrations in B. Use the Explore text on page 66. 31191
A
1. It has always been a tradition to celebrate it with a fair in the park. 2. My whole family gathered for the event. 3. I consider it an honor to be an American. 4. We had a fireworks display and our annual bake sale. B
a. Thanksgiving b. A Birthday Party c. Bank Holiday d. Independence Day
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b. Did you notice the way Doug, the radio host, answered his callers? Mark the sentences below which he used to respond to the callers. 31201
1. It’s an honor to have you on our program. 2. This might sound unusual. 3. That sounds very English. 4. Hi Doug! This is Stella. 5. I can almost taste that apple pie. 6. Your favorite celebration really is unique. c. Which of these sentences best describes how Doug answered his callers? In class, discuss your answer with a partner. 31202
a. He was very rude to his callers. b. He was very friendly to his callers. c. He wasn’t interested in his callers. 31203
d. Continue the radio call-in between Doug and another caller who also wants to talk about his/her favorite celebration. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help you. Doug:
Now we’re going to hear more about your favorite celebrations. Caller number five, you’re on the air.
Caller: Hello, Doug. This is Mario Doug:
Hello Mario how are you?
Caller:
So fine thanks
Doug:
Tell me, what song would Mario?
Caller:
Don't Cry of Guns n' Roses
e. Role-play your call-in with a partner.
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THE FIRST THANKSGIVING a. You read about Kenji in the Reading section. Later, he wrote to his German pen pal, Hans, about celebrating Thanksgiving with his American friend, Andrew. Complete his letter with the words below. 31211
Christmas • dessert • famous • giant • honor • parade • symbolizes • Thanksgiving • traditional • turkey
r Thanksgiving dinner. fo e us ho ’s ew dr An d I went to m y frien honor ) 1 ( traditional symbolizes ( 2 ) ( 3 ) es rke y with sweet potato tu d ha we e us ho ’s ew re. At Andr Americans found he ’t like the dessert ate pumpkin pie. I didn ( 4 ) turkey parade ( 5 ) ) 6 ( famous ( 7 ) giant ( 8 ) traditional isn ’t ) 9 ( ting king forward to celebra loo ’m I w no – n fu of Christmas lot a ( 10 )
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• When is the festival? • What does it celebrate? • How do you celebrate it? • Do you eat special foods? • Do you wear special clothes?
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SORRY I’M LATE a. Jean was supposed to meet Phil at a restaurant for dinner, but she arrived late. Read their conversation. Then write who is speaking – Phil or Jean. 31221
Jean
:
I’m sorry I didn’t get here on time.
Phil
:
It’s OK. Don’t worry about it.
Jean
:
But I promised that I would not be late today.
Phil
:
Really, it’s no problem. I have been enjoying myself.
Jean
:
Oh. What have you been doing?
Phil
:
Just talking with Beth.
b. Match the phrases below with one of the phrases in italics in a.
1. I have been having a good time.
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2. It doesn’t matter. 3. That’s all right. 4. I arrived late. c. Look at this picture of a party. One of the guests has arrived late and is apologizing to the host. Why do you think she was late? Choose one of the following reasons and write a dialogue between the guest and the host. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help you. 31223
1. Her car broke down. 2. She had to wait for the babysitter. 3. She had to answer an urgent phone call. d. Practice your dialogue and then role-play it in front of the class.
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WITH OR WITHOUT AGENT a. The article below is about a very special parade. It is called the Lord Mayor’s Show and it takes place in London. Read the article and underline the phrases that use the Passive form. 31231
THE LORD MAYOR’S SHOW
5
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The Lord Mayor’s how is a giant parade that is held every year in the city of London. Over 5,500 people attend the parade and it is the biggest event of its kind in the world. All the main roads are closed for the procession, so if you want to get close to the parade, you have to arrive very early in the morning. The Lord Mayor’s how has been celebrated by the people of London since 1215. The mayor rides through the
streets of London in a special carriage. This carriage is made of gold and was made for the mayor in 1751 by a local artist. During the year the carriage can be seen in the Museum of London. The mayor is accompanied by lots of people dressed in special costumes. In the evening a fireworks display is held on a boat on London’s River Thames and there is dancing and music in the streets.
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b. Answer the following questions about the Lord Mayor’s Show. Use the Passive Voice in your answers. 31241
1. Where is the Lord Mayor’s Show held?
2. Why do you need to arrive early if you want to get close to the parade?
3. When was the Lord Mayor’s Show first celebrated?
4. Where can the Lord Mayor’s carriage be seen during the year?
5. What is special about the firework display at the end of the show?
c. List three ways the Lord Mayor’s Show is celebrated. 31242
1. 2. 3.
d. Underline the agent in the two sentences below. Which word comes before the agent in a passive sentence?
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1. The Lord Mayor’s Show has been celebrated by the people of London since 1215. 2. This carriage is made of gold and was made for the mayor in 1751 by a local artist. e. Write about a parade that you know about, took part in or watched. Try to answer the following questions:
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• Is the parade held every year? • Are the main roads closed? • For how many years has the parade been held? • Is anything special made for the parade? f. Tell your partner about your parade. Are the two parades similar in any way? 31245
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WEATHER a. Do you understand all the weather words in the Listening section? Match the words below to the correct weather icon. 31251
cloud • fog • frost • lightning • rain • sunshine • wind
1. cloud
5. wind
2.
3.
frost
6. sunshine
4. rain
fog
7. lightning
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b. Will Tide, the announcer, gave another radio weather report a few days later. Read his report and underline the sentences which DO NOT belong. 31261
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ood morning, listeners. The warm weather we have been enjoying will come to an end tonight. Don’t worry; I have a good recipe for thick soup. According to national weather
reports, stormy weather should reach our area by 6 o’clock this evening. You should make sure you bring a . Temperatures will drop by this afternoon and will remain below average during tomorrow and the following day. There’s a chance of strong winds in high places. The weekend is expected to be particularly cold and frosty but with little chance of rain. Albany Stores are offering umbrellas at really cheap prices. That’s all from the weather room right now. Make sure you all keep warm and dry over the next few days!
c. Complete the following weather report for your country. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help you.
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Good evening, listeners. The tonight. we recommend
we have been enjoying will come to an end should reach our area by
possibly can rain.
Temperatures will high
.
According to national weather reports, There is a chance of
.
an approaching storm of great magnitude
of changing weather.
The weekend is expected to be
is expected to be rainy.
That’s all from the weather room. So for now make sure out to damage survivor
. . . .
d. Exchange weather reports with a partner. If you have a cassette recorder, record your report and play it to the class. 31263
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WEATHER WARNING a. Match the adjectives below to the different kinds of weather. Some of the adjectives can be used more than once. Use the Explore text on page 67 to help you. 31271
bright • low • warm • strong • above average • cloudy • cold • heavy • freezing
sunshine Bright
wind
rain
Strong
Low
Heavy
Cold
skies above average
floods cloudy
temperature
warm
freezing
b. The following sentences are all advice from a warning for bad weather. Number the advice in order of importance. 31272
Advice for bad weather 6 a. Put away children’s bikes, garden chairs, portable barbeques, etc. 5 b. People should park their cars on high ground. 4 c. Check that you have blankets and warm clothes in case the heating fails. 1 d. Make sure you haven’t left your outside. 2 e. Have flashlights and a portable radio ready in case of an electricity cut. 3 f. Make sure children and animals are kept inside.
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c. Write the sentences from b. under the pictures below.
1. park your car in high place
2.
have clothes and groceries
3. flashlight and radio have hand
4.
pick up all the clothes
5.
that children be in
6. bicycle and all you can get lost
d. Write three more pieces of advice for people expecting bad weather. Share them with your partner. 31282
1. have a first aid kit. 2. the whole family to be united 3. lam not go out during rain
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BIG STORM a. Do you remember the dialogue from the Speaking section? Put the dialogue in the correct order.
a. Well, if it rains we can eat inside.
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b. Look at those clouds!
2
c. Let’s just hope that it doesn’t.
4
d. What if it starts before the food is ready?
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e. Me, too. But it sure looks like a big storm is coming.
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f. Oh, dear. I hope it doesn’t rain.
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b. Complete the following dialogue with the sentences below. Role-play it with a partner. 31292
• Can you take the plates and other things into the house? • It’s starting to rain already. • Looks like the storm is coming. • We must be quick!
Man:
Look at those clouds! (1) Looks like the storm is coming.
Woman:
Yes, you’re right. We don’t have much time to get everything inside. (2) We must be quick!
Man:
I’ll take the food off the barbeque right away. (3) Can you take the plates and other things into the house?
Woman:
Of course, I can. Oh, no. (4) It’s starting to rain already.
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c. What can you do if it suddenly begins to rain at the outdoor events shown in the pictures below? Use the following phrases to write your suggestions. 31301
If it rains we can...
• stay here and get wet
• eat at home
• go home and watch TV
• put on raincoats
• hope it stops raining
• look for a place to keep dry
1. A Family Picnic
2. An Outdoor Wedding
eat at home
put on raincoats
go home and watch TV
look for a place to keep dry
3. A Match
stay here and get wet
4. A Day at the Beach
hope it stops raining
d. Discuss your suggestions with a partner.
e. Role-play one of the situations from c. with a partner.
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CLAUSES WITH OR WITHOUT RELATIVE PRONOUNS a. Complete the text below with the correct relative pronouns: which, who, where and when. 31311
The History of the Umbrella
Umbrellas were first used in ancient Egypt, Greece and China, (1) when
they were designed to provide shade from the
sun. In fact, the word “umbrella” comes from the Latin root, “umbra”, (2) which (3)
who
means “shadow”. It was the Chinese
were the first to waterproof their umbrellas in
order to use them as protection against the rain.
Umbrellas became popular in Europe in the sixteenth century, (4) where
they were used only by women. Umbrellas began
to be used by men (5) when
the eighteenth-century writer
and traveler, James Hanway, started carrying an umbrella in public in England.
You can still buy umbrellas from the world’s first umbrella shop, “James Smith and Sons” (6) which
opened in 1830 in
London, England.
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b. The following sentences are about the inventor of the raincoat, Charles Mackintosh. Read the sentences and join them together, using relative clauses. 31321
1. Charles Mackintosh was a chemist. He invented the waterproof raincoat. Charles Mackintosh was a chemist. It was he who invented the waterproof raincoat
2. Mackintosh lived and worked in Glasgow, Scotland. The weather is often cold and rainy in Glasgow. Mackintosh who lived and worked in Glasgow, Scotland. The weather is often cold and rainy in Glasgow.
3. He created a substance similar to rubber. He spread the substance on clothes to make them waterproof. He created a substance similar to rubber. He spread that substance on clothes to make them waterproof.
4. Mackintosh made some improvements to his original design. The improvements made the clothes more practical. Mackintosh made some improvements to his original design. That improvements make the clothes more practical.
5. Many people in England use raincoats. They call their raincoats “mackintoshes” Many people in England use raincoats. They call they call it “mackintoshes.”
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MUSIC a. What did you learn from the radio interview between Lex Benedict and the rock band in the Listening section? Mark the correct column: True, False or Not in Text (for information that you can’t find in the listening text). Use the Explore text on page 70 to help you.
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False
Not in Text
1. The name of the group that is being interviewed is “The Institute of Music” 2. The group plays jazz. 3. Barry Jameson teaches at State University. 4. All the members of the group are married. 5. The group’s new song is called “Don’t Test Me” 6. The group’s first concert at State University was held a week before the radio interview. 7. The group plans to give another concert at State University.
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1. a graduate
6
a. a short rest
2. a hit
4
b. a large building used for concerts
3. a lecture
3
c. someone who has completed a university degree
4. the lead
5
d. a long talk on a particular subject
5. a break
1
e. something that is very successful or popular
6. an auditorium
2
f.
the main person in a band or group
c. Read the questions that Lex Benedict asked the rock group. Match them to the answers below. 31342
Questions:
1. Do you all teach at State University?
b
2. Who had the idea to start a rock group?
a
3. Will you be playing at other colleges?
d
4. Do you want to give another concert at State University?
e
5. Would you like to give up your present jobs to play in the rock group full time?
c
Answers:
a. We’d love to give another concert at State University. b. It was John’s idea. He’s crazy about rock music. c. None of us are thinking of giving up our present jobs at the moment. d. No, not all of us work at State University. e. Oh, yes. We’ll be playing at lots of other places. d. Write three more questions that Lex Benedict could ask the group. Exchange questions with a partner and have him/her answer your questions. 31343
Questions:
1. Like you go to college? 2. How often you go to college? 3. You have good friends in college? e. With a partner, role-play the end of the interview with the rock group.
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THE GARBAGE MAN a. Do you remember reading about the artist, Harry Morgan, in the Reading section? Complete this newspaper review of his exhibition with the words below. 31351
collection • exhibition • fan • materials • models • sculptures • works of art
CREATING NEW THINGS FROM OLD
Exhibition
sculptures
materials
models
works of art
collection
fan
The Harry Morgan Exhibition is on at the Plaza Art Gallery on Fifteenth Avenue for the month of November.
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The Plaza Art Gallery is pleased to present the latest collection of
Harry Morgan – the “Garbage Artist” The exhibition will be held during the month of November, Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Come hear the artist talk about his work every Tuesday at 12 o’clock.
Entrance: Free
The Plaza Art Gallery is situated at: 41925 Fifteenth Avenue, Roxburgh
1. Entrance: Free 2. The Plaza Art Gallery is situated at: 41925 Fifteenth Avenue, Roxburgh 3. The exhibition will be held during the month of November
c. Read about three other artists (on page 37) who all work with garbage. Then write an ad for an exhibition for one of them. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help you. Remember to include the following information: 31362
• the name of the artist whose work is being exhibited • some interesting information about the artist • the name and address of the art gallery holding the exhibition • the dates and times of the exhibition • the price of entrance to the exhibition
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Three New Champions of “Garbage Art”
B. As a student, Timothy Smith
C. Peggy Atkins is an artist who
why Suzie Brown searches the
began to realize the value of
makes use of a variety of waste
city streets and countryside for
creating art from the things
materials. That is to say, her
bicycle parts, broken machines,
other people throw away. His
sculptures are made of a
and even old farm equipment.
latest collection is made only
combination of waste metal and
That is what she creates her
from wastepaper, including
paper including pieces of old
works of art from. With these
empty cigarette packs,
newspaper, wood and even
unusual materials, Brown has
matchboxes and wrapping
glass. At 24, she is a very
produced models of incredible
paper. His work teaches us to
young artist, but her latest work
beauty.
understand that there is beauty
shows just how much talent she
even in garbage.
has.
A. Some people may wonder
d. Tell your partner about an art exhibition you went to. 31372
• What did you see? • What did you think of it? • Where and when did you see it? • What did others think of it?
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a. Do you remember the dialogue in the Speaking section? In the dialogue below a girl is inviting a boy to go out with her. Choose from the phrases in italics to complete their dialogue. Jean: Ben, are you free tomorrow? How about coming with me to the latest exhibition at the
Wheeler Gallery / “The Phantom of the Opera” at the Rose Theater / the concert at the City Concert Hall? Ben:
Sorry, I can’t, Jean. I have an exam. / I have an appointment with the dentist. / I promised to help a friend move to a new apartment .
Jean: Perhaps we could make it next week / tomorrow / this weekend instead. Ben:
I’d like to, but I’m very busy at the moment.
b. Role-play the dialogue with a partner according to your choices. c. Underline the phrases in the dialogue from a. that you can use for inviting or refusing an invitation. Mark which of the following phrases can be used for inviting or refusing an invitation. 31382
Inviting
Refusing
1. How about going to an art exhibition? 2. Perhaps we could make it another time. 3. Can you come to the ballet tomorrow? 4. Sorry. I can’t. 5. Are you free for a movie? 6. I’m afraid it’s not possible. 7. Would you like to see a play? 8. Oh, dear. I won’t be able to. d. Imagine your friend wants to invite you out, but you have to refuse the invitation. Use the phrases from a. and b.o write a dialogue between you and your friend. 31383
e. Role-play your dialogue in front of the class.
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INDIRECT FORM a. Read these sentences from the Arts Page of a newspaper. Match each sentence to the appropriate picture. 31391
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a.
5
1
b.
c.
3
d.
2 e.
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Rowena Richard is an eighty-year-old artist who works with wood. She (1) began/was begun creating works of art at the age of sixty. One day, she looked out of her window and saw a log of wood which (2) left/had been left on the sidewalk. She got the idea to make it into a sculpture. She (3) told/was told that her first work showed exceptional talent so she decided to continue sculpting in wood. One day she (4) offered/was offered an exhibition at her local museum. The exhibition was a great success and since then she (5) has given/ has been given the opportunity to (6) exhibit/ be exhibited her work all over the country. Her work is now very famous and she (7) pays/is paid a lot of money for her sculptures.
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• I was / have been given the chance … • I was / have been asked to … • I was / have been promised … • I was / have been sent …
Interviewer: So, Rowena. How did you start creating works of art? Rowena:
Well, I was sixty years old and one day I began creating works of art
Interviewer: In your first job you showed a great talent Rowena:
If, then I made an exhibit and I was fine
Interviewer: Yes, I realized that, and it's very interesnate your story Rowena:
If you and thank you very much for being with me
d. With a partner, role-play the interview you wrote.
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INTERVIEW a. Do you remember remember the interview in the Listening section? Read Read the job ad that Karen cut out from the newspaper and answer the questions that f ollow ollow.. 31411
Ad agency requires
copywriter for new client in the food business. The applicant should have at least 2 years’ experience in the advertising business, including copywriting. Experience working with clients is an advantage. Bob Johnson Bingham Advertising
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Which word is used in the ad for:
1. a person person who who writes writes the the text text in an an ad? Copywriter 2. a person or company company that uses the services services of another another person person or company? Customer 3. knowl knowledge edge and and skill gained gained by by doing someth something? ing? Experience 4. a person person appl applyin ying g for for a job? job? Applicants 5. a summary summary of a person’ person’ss working working history? history? Résumé b. Read the resume that Karen Karen sent to Bob Johnson. Decide on the heading heading for each piece of information. Use the headings provided below. 31421
Address • Computer Skills • Education • email • Interests Languages • Name • Phone Number • Work Experience
RESUME
1 Name
: Ka Kare ren n So Somm mmer erss
2 Address
: 1897 East Fifty Fifty-firs -firstt Stre Street, et, Johns Johnstown, town, NJ, 39086
3 Phone Number
: (69 69)) 57 570 0 49 4929 29
4 email
: ka kare rens ns@q @qui uick ckie ie.c .com om
5 Education
: (1992(1992-1996) 1996) Gradu Graduated ated Rockw Rockwell ell High Schoo Schooll (1998-2000) Graduated State College, Business Studies (2003) Fordham College, Copywriting Courses
6 Work Experience
: (2002(2002-2004) 2004) Kenyo Kenyon-Barne n-Barnett tt Advert Advertising ising Co. Junior Copywriter Secretary,, Marketing Dept. Receptionist Secretary (2001) Garnett King Advertising Temporary Secretary (2000) Boundwell Advertising Agency Temporary Secretary
7 Computer Skills
: Micr Microsof osoftt Off Office, ice, famil familiar iar with the Interne Internett
8 Language
: Co Conv nver ersa sati tion onal al Sp Span anis ish h
9 Interests
: Crea Creative tive writi writing, ng, theat theater er,, trave traveling ling
c. Write your your own resume. resume. Remember to include information information about about your education education and work work experience, as well as personal details such as your address and contact numbers. 31422 Unit
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OVERTIME a. The company you you read about in in the Reading section section also has a new Human Human Resource Officer Officer.. Read the notice that the company posted on its notice board, telling them about the Human Resource Officer’s services. Complete the notice with the phrases below. 31431
• ask for a transfer to another department • moving to another office abroad • make an intelligent decision • need a change of job • think you qualify for a raise or promotion
We have a new Human Resource Officer. Officer. Do you think you (1) need a change of job
but want to remain in the
company? (2) Do you want to make an intelligent decision
?
Do you (3) ask for a transfer to another department
?
Does our International Department attract you? Are you interested in (4) moving to another office abroad
?
Then make an appointment with our friendly new Human Resource Officer. She can help you (5) think you qualify for a raise or promotion
about your future.
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b. Read three notes sent by employees of the company. Which ones were sent to the accountant and which to the Human Resource Officer? Fill in the name in the “To:” line. Human Resource Officer
To: From:
George Barnet
Sent:
3/2/
I work in the Marketing Department but I think that my talents and experience can be put to better use in a different department. I want to know if it’s possible to transfer to the Sales Department. Please let me know when I can come and talk to you about this.
To:
Accountant
From:
Harry Cooper
Sent:
6/3/
I work in the Shipping Department. In my work I have to know all the laws and regulations about sending goods all over the world. I would like to transfer abroad for about a year or two, using my present work experience. I would like to make an appointment to come and see you.
To:
Accountant
From:
Sylvia Stone
Sent:
8/5/
I work in the Production Department. There have been a lot of new orders and I have been working a lot of overtime recently. I am afraid I will have to pay a lot of what I have earned in income tax, so I would like to know if I can save tax in any way. May I come and talk to you some time, perhaps during my lunch break? c. Imagine you are either the company accountant or Human Resource Officer rite a reply to one of the notes, suggesting a time to meet.
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FRENCH TIE
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a. A couple in a woman’s clothing store are deciding whether or not to buy a shirt. Rewrite their conversation by putting the words in the correct order. Woman: this shirt / What / think / you / of / do What think do you of this shirt?
Man:
?
too colorful / it / a little / Isn’t Isn't it too colorful a little?
?
Woman: so. / I / don’t / think / wear / like these / executives / A lot of / shirts so. / I / don't / think / wear . / like these / executives / A lot of / shirts
Man:
.
made / it / is / What / of What it is made of?
?
Woman: cotton / One hundred percent / it / from Italy / comes / and It comes from Italy and one hundred percent cotton
Man:
.
OK. / buy / Let’s / it .
OK. Let's buy it
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What do you think of this suit / shirt / hat / jacket ?
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Isn’t the color a little bright / loud / dull?
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I don’t think so. A lot of fashionable / successful / business people are wearing colors like these nowadays.
-
What is it made of?
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One hundred percent silk / wool / cotton / linen and it comes from Paris / Rome / London / New York .
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OK. Let’s buy it.
c. Role-play your dialogue with a partner.
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CONTRAST WITH OTHER TENSES
a. Read Bob Johnson’s email to a friend. Circle the correct form of the verb.
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From: Bob Johnson Date: 10/7/04 13:34 To:
Dick Anders
Subject: Time for a change Dear Dick, I’m going to be 35 next week and I think it’s time for a change. I (1) I (2)
enough of my job.
the same thing for too long. It’s been almost seven years since I work at Bingham Advertising. I know I (4) have been pro
first (3)
last year and I (5)
a lot of extra responsibility at that time,
but I think I (6)
enough of the advertising business. It’s time to move on.
I (7)
my mind to buy a jeep and travel. I (8)
on India or South America yet, but I know I’ll be happy doing that, at least for the time being. Bob b. Read Dick Ander’s reply. Write the correct form of the verb in brackets.
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From: Dick Anders Date: 1/7/04 To:
Bob Johnson
Subject: Time for a change Dear Bob, Are you sure you (1) want's you (2) worked
(want) to leave Bingham Advertising? After all, (work) there for a long time and (3) you going
experience. You (4) putting
(put in) too many hours of overtime, just to give it all up
now. I remember how you (5) have used You (6) has tell
(use) to love the advertising business.
(tell) me you would never give it up. There’s just one thing. If
you do go, think about taking me with you! Let’s meet for a talk. Dick Unit
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SENDING A PACKAGE FAMILY a. Do you remember Deidre from the Listening section? Later, she called her mother-in-law back and left the following voice mail message. Read the message and complete it with the phrases below. 31471
I’ll leave this message • you had it specially wrapped • you haven’t heard from me parcel of clothes you sent
Thanks for your call, Irene. I’m sorry (1)
you haven't heard from me parcel of clothes you sent
, but you know how
the baby keeps me busy. I guess you’re not home right now so (2) you had it specially wrapped and as (4)
. The (3) I’ll leave this message
arrived safely
, the baby had great fun opening it by himself. The
clothes are beautiful and I’m going to try them on him right now. I’ll catch you later. Bye. b. When Deidre tried the clothes on her baby, she saw that they were too small for him. What should she do? Discuss your answer with a partner. 31472
Deidre should
.
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Deidre’s Messages
a. This is a message for Mrs. Deidre Thomas from the Little Bookworm Children’s Bookshop. The baby books you ordered have arrived. Would you like us to bill you and send them on – or do you prefer to come in to the shop and pick them up yourself? 2 b. Hi Deidre. This is Mrs. Rodriguez, your neighbor from upstairs. A parcel of baby clothes arrived for you when you were out this morning. The delivery man asked me to sign for the package. You can come up and collect it any time today, but not tomorrow because I’m going out for the day. 3 c. Hello, Deidre? It’s your m speaking. I’ve sent you a package containing some toys for the baby and some clothes for you. Let me know when you get it and if you like the presents. You can always send them back to the shop and change them if you don’t like anything. Talk to you soon. 1
Deidre’s Replies
1. Hi, it’s Deidre from downstairs. Thanks so much for taking my parcel. I’ll come by later today to take it from you – if that’s convenient.
2. This is Mrs. Thomas speaking. I’m glad the books I ordered have finally arrived. I’ll pop into the shop sometime this week to get them, so don’t bother sending them on to me.
3. Mm, I haven’t received anything yet. When did you send the parcel? I hope it hasn’t got lost in the post. We’re in this evening, so try to give me a call so we can talk. Bye for now. d. With a partner, role-play a short phone conversation between Deidre and one of the people from c. 31482
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a. Did you understand the instructions for sending a package in the Reading section? Here are some post office instructions for preparing packages before you send them. Read the instructions and then write the headings from the next page above the correct paragraphs. SIMPLE STEPS FOR PREPARING A PACKAGE
(1) Using a Box If the object you are sending could be easily damaged, it should be packed in a box. Choose a box with enough room for cushioning material around the contents. If you are reusing an old box, make sure that you cover all the previous labels and addresses with heavy black pen or sticky labels. It is also a good idea to include a label inside the box with the address where your parcel is to be sent . (2) Cushioning the Contents Soft material should be placed all around the object to be sent. You can use old newspaper, packing paper or bubble wrap. Close and shake the box to see if you have enough cushioning. If you hear the object moving, you need to add some more cushioning. (3) Sealing the Package The box should be sealed with 2-inch-wide (5 cm) adhesive tape. You should use special packing tape, which is stronger than regular tape. Don’t use string because it can get caught in the machines that the post office uses for processing the mail. (4) Writing the Address Write clearly on the front of the package the complete name and address of the person to whom you are sending the package. On the back you should write your own name and address, in case the package gets lost . You should always try to include the correct postal code. (5) Bringing the Package to the Post Office If you know how much your package weighs and you have the correct number of stamps, it can be dropped into a post office collection box. If your package contains something valuable, it should be sent registered mail so that you have a record if your parcel doesn’t arrive. To send a parcel registered mail, you must take it to the post office and fill out a special form.
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Headings
a. Sealing the Package b. Cushioning the Contents c. Writing the Address d. Using a Box e. Bringing the Package to the Post Office b. Match the words and phrases below with words and phrases in italics from the text.
1. parcel
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express mail • registered mail • regular airmail • surface mail
1. This is the slowest kind of delivery, but it is also the cheapest. regular airmail. 2. This is most popular way to send mail. surface mail 3. If you want to send a package or a letter quickly, you should use this service. express mail 4. If you are sending something important and want to be sure it won’t get lost, it is a good idea to use this service. registered mail d. Close your book and practice giving your partner instructions on preparing and sending a package. 31503
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AIRMAIL TO TOKYO a. Do you remember the dialogue, “Airmail to Tokyo”? Use the choices in italics to complete the dialogue between a post-office clerk and someone who is sending a package. 31511
Customer: I’d like to send this package airmail / surface mail / special delivery to Madrid /
Bangalore / Sydney . Clerk:
Sure. Let’s see. It weighs 15 pounds / 10 pounds / 5 pounds. That’s $30 / $15 / $4.50.
Customer: Sorry. How much did you say? Clerk:
$30 / $15 / $4.50, Ma’am / Sir.
Customer: How long will it take to get there? Clerk:
It’ll be there in about twenty / ten / two days.
b. Role-play your dialogue with a partner. Take turns to be the customer and the clerk.
c. Mark which of the following sentences a post-office clerk would say and which a customer would say.
Customer
Clerk
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1. How much does it cost to send this special delivery? 2. This package should be better wrapped. 3. Would you like to send this registered mail? 4. Will this parcel arrive by the weekend? 5. That will be six dollars, ninety-five 6. I’d like some stamps and an extra-large envelope, please. 7. Shall I weigh that for you? d. Write a dialogue between a customer and a post-office clerk. Use the words and phrases from a. and c. to help you. 31513
Customer:
How much does it cost to send this special delivery?
Clerk:
This package should be better wrapped.
Customer:
Would you like to send this registered mail?
Clerk:
That will be six dollars, ninety-five cents
Customer:
Will this pare by the weekend?
Clerk:
I’d like some stamps and an extra-large envelope, please.
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MODALS a. Read the following instructions from the post office about reporting a lost package. Underline the modals in the Passive Voice
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Reporting a Lost Package 1. If a package is lost or damaged you must report it immediately. 2. The post office should be informed in writing of the non-delivery of the package. 3. You will be notified as soon as the package is found. 4. If your package has been lost or damaged, you can apply for compensation. 5. Insurance claim forms can be obtained from the post office. 6. You must attach a letter or statement from the person who was supposed to receive the letter. 7. Evidence, such as a sales receipt, should also be provided, in order to prove the value of your parcel. 8. If your claim is properly completed, it will be paid within 30 days. b. Match the beginning of the instructions in A with the end of the instruction in B.
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B
A
1. If you don’t wrap your parcel properly, b
a. it will have to be weighed at the post office.
2. If you don’t put the correct postal code, d
b. it could be damaged.
3. If you want your parcel to arrive quickly, a
c. it must be sent by registered mail.
4. If you have a heavy package, c
d. it should be sent express.
5. If you want to make sure that your package
e. your parcel might be sent to the wrong
arrives,
address.
e
c. Write four more instructions for sending a package. Use the information you have learned from this unit. Include passive modals in your instructions. 31523
1. Bear in mind that the parcel that goes to send be in good condition for possible clamd 2. The parcel has than going sealing 3. The parcel must have its respective stamps 4. You are supposed to be assured that the parcel was delivered on time, if not, call for our company d. Exchange instructions with a partner. Unit
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EMERGENCY a. In the Listening section, Mary left John a message about a road accident. Later on, John phones Mary back and talks to her. Use the words below to complete their conversation.
accident • ambulance • bridge • broken • crossed • emergency room
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nowhere • rushed • scared • side • speeding John: Mary. Is that you? It’s John. How are you? Mary: Oh, John. It’s good to hear from you. I think we were very lucky. As I told you in my message,
Mike and I were traveling over that (1) (2) (4)
towards us. Imagine how we felt when it (3)
over on to our
of the road.
John: You must have been so (5) Mary: Oh, I was! There was (6)
(7)
on Route 6 when a big truck came
. for us to go. We couldn’t do anything to prevent the
. The truck just crashed into the side of our car. Someone stopped at once
and called an (8)
and they (9)
John: Are you still in the (10)
us to the hospital. ? Can I come and take you home?
Mary: Oh, yes, please. That would be great. Mike’s being kept in the hospital with a
(11)
leg, but I can’t wait to get home.
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b. Check your answers to a. with a partner and then role-play the dialogue.
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ACCIDENT REPORT
Case Number: Reporting Officer: Road on which accident occurred: (1) Date and time: First Driver:
Type of vehicle: Witness: ( )
Tel: Second Driver:
Tel: Type of vehicle: ( ) Injuries: ( ) Description of accident:
d. Exchange reports with a partner. Do you agree with each other’s answers?
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1. What is your name and address? 2. Was anyone hurt? 3. Can I take you to the hospital? 4. Where did the accident take place? 5. Can you tell me how the accident happened? 6. Were you scared? 7. 8. 9. f. Write the conversation between Mary and the police officer. 31552
Police officer: Mary: Police officer: Mary: Police officer: Mary: Police officer: g. Role-play your dialogue with a partner.
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MARGE HAS A BABY a. Do you remember the story in the Reading section about Marge? Her baby was born in an ambulance on the way to the hospital. Read the report of her experience as it was written in the local newspaper. Complete the report with the names of the people involved. 31561
Marge Winters • Alex Winters (Marge’s husband) • Thomas Brown (the driver of the ambulance) Jonas Matthews (a medical student doing ambulance service)
SPECIAL DELIVERY IN AMBULANCE
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b. After taking Marge to the hospital, the ambulance was called to the scene of a road accident. Match the sentences in the ambulance report to the pictures below. 31571
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Ambulance Report:
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(headline) Yesterday there was a serious accident on “
. ,” said Fred Smith, the ambulance driver who was
called to the accident. The accident happened because “
. ,” said Jim Cook, the motorcyclist who was injured.
Both drivers were taken to “
. ,” said the doctor who treated them.
d. Exchange your report with a partner. Read your report to the class.
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I HAVE TO GO a. Read what some people say about different obligations. Match what each person says to the appropriate pictures below. Then write what the other person in the picture says in reply.
1. “I’m supposed to be on duty at the police station in an hour.” 2. “You’re supposed to signal when you turn left.” 3. “Where’s the ambulance? It’s supposed to be here by now.” 4. “Slow down! You’re not supposed to go over the speed limit!” 5. “I thought you were supposed to fill up with gas on the way home from work.”
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NOUN AND ADVERBIAL CLAUSES a. Put the following sentences in the correct order.
1. how / accident / the / me / can / tell / happened / you /
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1. I have no idea
the accident happened.
2. I think the accident happened 3. I don’t know
the truck moved to the other side of the road. anyone has called an ambulance, but I know that the police are on
their way. 4. I expect 5. I didn’t see 6. I don’t really remember
he was in a hurry to get home. was driving the car. It all happened so fast. I left home this morning.
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1. I was driving over the new bridge when
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2. As soon as I saw the motorcycle coming towards me, I
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3. I waited at the scene of the accident until
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4. While the police officer was taking notes, I
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5. The driver was traveling over the speed limit because
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6. The police officer called an ambulance so that
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7. The paramedic decided to take the driver to the hospital although
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8. I’ll only buy you a bicycle if
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d. Imagine you are a witness at the scene of the car accident shown in the picture below. Write a dialogue between yourself and the police officer who is called to the scene. Use the words and phrases from a., b. and c. to help you. Role-play your dialogue with a partner. 31602
Police officer: Witness: Police officer: Witness: Police officer: Witness:
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UNIT 1
EDUCATION Sports
Duke:
Welcome to “Local Athletes” Today's guest is Joe Norse, a secondary school student who has helped his football team win the city championship for the last three years. I myself have seen Joe play, and let me tell you, he has really mastered the game of football. Joe, your school, Jefferson High, has been attended by some of the greatest football players ever. Hank “The Tank” Perry and Dick Verall both graduated from Jefferson. How does it feel to be playing on the same field as those great players?
Joe:
Well, Duke, it motivates me, for sure. Our school has always had a great history of producing famous athletes.
Duke:
Your coach, Fraser Washington, always says: “A team that is motivated is a team that wins.” Do you agree?
Joe:
Yes, I do. It's a fact that even a team with lots of great players can lose if there is no motivation to win.
Duke:
Joe, I understand you've already been invited to visit several colleges that are interested in you. Have you accepted any offers yet?
Joe:
No, not yet, Duke. Right now I'm thinking mostly about passing my exams and getting my diploma.
Duke:
Well, you've made an intelligent decision. Good luck, Joe.
Joe:
Thanks, Duke.
College for Kids? by Harriet Nelson
Pre-school education is changing. Once, elementary school was the place to learn 1-2-3 and A-BC. But today, highly motivated parents have begun teaching these basics to their children before they start school. Kindergarten has now become a mini-college, where geography, history, and even mathematics are taught. Small children are even given homework assignments. Professor David Shift, who is the Director of Early Childhood Education at the University of Highville, says, “We must simply accept the fact that children today know more than children did years ago.”
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Eleanor Idle, of the New School Institute, doesn't agree. “Children need to be children. They learn as they play. They don't need formal education this early. It just isn't normal. Soon they'll be given entrance exams for kindergarten. Very young children shouldn't spend their time worrying about grades and diplomas!” Dr. Idle believes that if there is already so much competition in kindergarten, there is no limit to how much there will be in high school. “We don't need to make it any harder on students than it already is,” she says. “After all, there were still many college graduates when playing was all children did in kindergarten.” Many people who agree with Idle say that early childhood programs should offer subjects that children enjoy and do well in naturally, like art, music, science, and gym. After all, learning should be child's play.
Math Test
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How did you do on that math test yesterday?
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That was the hardest test I've ever taken.
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Yeah. I wonder if Mr. Pascal has graded them yet.
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I'm sure he has.
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How can you be so sure?
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I saw him this morning, and he wasn't happy at all.
Statements Q and A
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Here we are at the Indy 500 with Mike Rhodes. Mike, have you ever driven in an Indy race?
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No, I haven't. But I've been a race driver in Europe for ten years.
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UNIT 2
A W AY F R O M H O M E Friends
Eric:
Salut!
René:
Cheers.
Eric:
So what brought you to the States?
René:
I was working in the Paris office. I had been there five years, and I felt I needed a change. I had learned there everything I could. So, I asked for a transfer to the international department, and here I am.
Eric:
What kind of work have you been doing?
René:
Lately, I've been practicing my English and trying to get used to this life in the United States. That's what I've been doing.
Eric:
So, how do you and your wife like living here?
René:
Very nice, but we've only been here a short while, really. My wife misses her family.
Eric:
She gets homesick?
René:
Yes, she gets homesick. She's alone all day, you know. I work, I keep busy. But she's here by herself. I think she has too much free time. She's been calling her family almost every day in France. And calling long-distance can be very expensive, and I'm not sure it helps very much...
Eric:
I know what you mean.
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Study Exchange
Craighouse School in Glasgow has been sending children overseas to France on an exchange program since 1971. The students' French improves a lot, and when they come back they usually no longer need a French tutor to help them outside of school. The children who take part in the exchange program have to be over the age of thirteen. Mrs. Bankes, whose daughter is participating in this year's exchange group, says, “I think it's a wonderful opportunity for Kim. Although she has only been away for a month, I have already started to miss her. I've been making long-distance calls to Paris about once a week since she left.” Anyone who has seen Kim in Paris knows that she hasn't been missing anyone. Kim is very happy with the program. She says that her French has really improved, and hearing her French accent, it is easy to believe her. “I haven't been homesick even once,” Kim says. “I have made several new friends and I have a great roommate, Chantal, who I will keep in touch with when I leave. I don't even feel like going home at all.” The exchange program also helps these young people meet again after the program has ended, and friends like Chantal and Kim will probably meet at Kim's home in Scotland next year. Of course, that's if Kim hasn't already decided to stay in France and become a French citizen! Parents who are interested in sending their children abroad on this program should contact the Craighouse School in Pollock, Glasgow.
Enjoying Your Stay
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Well, Akiko, are you enjoying your stay in the U.S.?
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Oh, yes. Very much.
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How long have you been here?
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Only about two weeks, but I've already seen a lot.
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Have you started school yet?
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Not yet. School starts tomorrow. I'm really looking forward to it.
Progressive
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Who's that man? He has been standing there for an hour!
- I don't know. I've been watching him, too. I think he's strange.
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UNIT 3
CELEBRATIONS
Call-in
Host:
Welcome, listeners, to today's “Call-in Line.” I'm your host, Doug, and on today's show I'd like to hear about your favorite celebration. Good morning, caller number one. You're on the air.
Stella:
Hi, Doug! This is Stella. My favorite celebration has always been Independence Day. Last year we had a fireworks display and our annual bake sale. I baked old-fashioned apple pie.
Host:
I can almost taste that apple pie. Thank you, Stella. Now we go to Gertrude, who's been waiting on the line.
Gertrude:
Hello. This might sound unusual, but in England, where I was born, there is a Bank Holiday festival. It has always been a tradition to celebrate it with a fair in a park. There is usually a parade as well.
Host:
That sounds very English, Gertrude. Now, are there any men out there celebrating anything?
Mike:
Hi, Doug. My name is Mike, and my favorite celebration is Thanksgiving. I am a descendant of one of the first Englishmen who came to America. I was born here, and I consider it an honor to be an American.
Host:
Well, it's been an honor for us to have you on our program, Mike! And now, our last caller is...
Penelope:
Penelope. My favorite celebration was my 97th birthday. My whole family gathered for the event.
Host:
Penelope, your favorite celebration really is unique. Well, that's all we have time for today. Have a spectacular day, listeners, and let's keep talking to each other.
The First Thanksgiving
Andrew and Kenji were sitting outside Kenji's house with nothing to do. Suddenly Andrew stood up. “Let's go inside and watch the Thanksgiving Day Parade on TV,” he said. “What's Thanksgiving Day?” asked Kenji. “You don't know what Thanksgiving Day is?” Andrew asked, surprised. “It's a holiday that Americans celebrate in honor of everything that this country offered to our ancestors, who were
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among the first immigrants to the U.S. When they first came to America, they saw that there was enough food and opportunity for everyone. They were even helped by the Native Americans, who taught them how to grow all kinds of new vegetables, such as corn and yams, or sweet potatoes. So every year we celebrate Thanksgiving Day.” “What do you do on Thanksgiving Day?” asked Kenji. “Well, it's traditional to eat a big meal together. We eat food that symbolizes the new food that was found here by our ancestors. At our house we usually eat turkey with sweet potatoes and Indian corn bread. We usually have pumpkin pie for dessert, too,” said Andrew. “I've never had sweet potatoes or pumpkin pie. They sound interesting,” Kenji said. “But what is this parade that you want to see?” “Oh, it's an annual event. Every Thanksgiving a giant parade is held by one of the most famous department stores in New York,” Andrew explained. “And at the end of the parade, children can even see Santa Claus, who is visiting from the North Pole. Santa Claus is invited to remind children and parents that Christmas is not far away. Well, now that I've told you all about Thanksgiving, do you want to come to my house for dinner and watch the parade?” asked Andrew. “Sure. I'd love to,” said Kenji.
Sorry I’m Late
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Oh, I'm sorry I'm late.
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Oh, that's all right.
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But I promised to be on time today.
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Really. It doesn't matter. I've been having a good time.
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Oh? What have you been doing?
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Just talking with Mark.
With or Without Agent
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That was a terrible storm last night, wasn't it?
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Yes. This tree was hit by lightning, but fortunately my house wasn't damaged.
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BAD WEATHER Weather
Announcer: And here's Will Tide with the weather report. Will:
Good morning, listeners. Wrap yourselves up warmly today, because the weather will continue to be cold and frosty with a chance of fog in low areas. According to national weather reports, the storm which was expected later today is traveling at fifty miles an hour, and should reach this area around midnight tonight. Strong winds and heavy rains are expected, along with thunder and lightning. There is a chance of flooding, and light ships have been warned of the danger. Temperatures will be below average for this time of year, with an expected low of forty degrees Fahrenheit. Tomorrow will be cool and dry, with cloudy skies and normal temperatures. Tomorrow evening temperatures will continue to go up, and bright sunshine and aboveaverage temperatures are expected for the weekend. Well, I'm sure we'll all be glad to have a break from the rain. That's all from the weather room. So for now, stay warm and keep dry.
Weather Warning
This is a warning from the National Weather Department. Although we have been having a lot of warm sunshine recently, the weather is going to change very soon. According to our weather reporter, a fall in temperature to below five degrees Fahrenheit is expected by tomorrow morning. There will be freezing winds of up to sixty miles an hour as well as heavy rains, which may cause flooding in the city and terrible damage. People should stay home and look after themselves. Please make sure that your children and animals are kept inside.
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Big Storm
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Look at those clouds!
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Oh, dear. I hope it doesn't rain.
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Me, too. But it sure looks like a big storm is coming.
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Well, if it rains we can eat inside.
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What if it starts before the food is ready?
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Let's just hope that it doesn't.
Object Clauses
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Is this the kind of telephone that you wanted?
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No. The one which I was thinking of has a built-in answering machine. Subject Clauses
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This is the bike that we found. Is it the one that you lost?
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Yes, it's my bike. Where did you find it? Did you arrest the person who stole it?
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No, I'm sorry. We weren't able to. People who steal bikes are very hard to catch. With or Without Relative Pronouns
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There's the new programmer they hired.
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The one in red? She's the one they chose?
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Yes, why?
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They wanted someone who had a lot of experience. She looks so young!
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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Music
DJ:
Hello, listeners. This is Lex Benedict on WNOW. I hope you're enjoying yourselves this evening. We have some guests with us tonight that all you college students out there should be interested in. They are the members of a hot new rock band called “The Institute of Music”, and they are all graduates of State University. Their first concert was held last week at the University’s science auditorium, where they were a great hit with the students. They say that attendance at the concert was higher than at most lectures. Now, let’s hear the musicians introduce themselves.
Professor:
OK. I'll start... I'm Professor Barry Jameson, and I'm the lead singer of the band.
DJ:
It's very unusual to find a geography professor who is also in a rock band. Can you tell us when you started being interested in music?
Professor:
Well, I was given a guitar by my wife when I was accepted as a professor here at State University. I've been playing ever since.
DJ:
OK. Let's take a break while we listen to your new song, “Examination Blues”... and here it is... The Garbage Man
Have you ever thought about the cigarette packs and food wrappers that people in your city throw away? Harry Morgan has; he collects them. Have you heard of recycling? Well, Harry doesn't just recycle; he creates works of art from the things he collects. Ever since Harry was a child, he has been interested in making models out of unusual things. Over the years, he has used a variety of materials. “The good thing about garbage,” Harry's been heard to say, “is that there's always plenty of it.” Some of his earlier works were made from bicycle parts, broken machines, and even old farm equipment. They have been made from every piece of garbage that Harry could get his hands on. Harry's latest collection, which is being exhibited at the Plaza Art Gallery, is even more unusual. He has made sculptures that are built from wastepaper only. One of these, which is called “Harmony” is made of empty cigarette packs and matchboxes. Another work, called “Love in the Morning” has been made out of breakfast cereal boxes and pieces of old newspaper.
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This is hardly what one would call art. Or is it? Why not come and judge for yourself? Visit the Plaza Art Gallery and explore the world of Harry's art. Harry is quickly becoming the “Champion of Garbage Art” and soon many people may find themselves joining the Harry Morgan fan club.
Picasso Exhibit
- Jenny, have you been to the Picasso exhibit at the Tate yet? - No, I haven't, but I'd like to see it. - Well, how about going with me tomorrow? - Sorry. I can't. Tomorrow is my father's birthday, and we've been planning a party for him for weeks.
Indirect Form
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Pamela! How's the new job?
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Oh, I was offered the job, but I decided not to take it - not enough money for all that work.
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UNIT 6
AT WORK Interview
Bob:
Karen, I'm Bob Johnson. I'm sorry you had to wait so long. Can I offer you some coffee?
Karen:
No. No, thank you.
Bob:
Please have a seat. Karen, I've read over your application. I thought it was very good. I see you've had some experience working with advertising agencies. Is that right?
Karen:
Yes, it is. Actually, I've worked for three ad agencies. But Kenyon-Barnett is the most important. The other two were only temporary positions for about six months each.
Bob:
So, tell me about it.
Karen:
Well, I've been in the advertising field for almost three years now. Last year I worked as a receptionist, then as a secretary. But this year I've done a lot more. I've been to planning meetings. I've written some copy for a new client who has a small candy factory. And I've taken some classes in copywriting at Fordham University. I put all that in my resume. Have you received it yet?
Bob:
I'm sorry. I've seen so many people today; it's hard to keep everything straight.
Overtime
Colleagues! Have you been working overtime a lot lately? Are you confused about the new work contracts you are required to sign? Do you think you qualify for a raise or promotion? Our firm's bright new accountant can help you. If you keep track of your working hours and expenses, she can help you save income tax, too! Make an appointment to see her this week. She will look over the figures you bring her and spend time talking with you. Remember: your future is safe with us!
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French Tie
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What do you think of this tie?
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Hmm. Isn't it a little too bright?
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I don't think so. A lot of executives wear ties like these.
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What is it made of?
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One hundred percent silk. And it comes from France.
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OK. Let's buy it.
Contrast with Other Tenses
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Hey, weren't you here yesterday?
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Oh yes, I've already seen this movie twice this month. I saw it last week and I saw it again yesterday. I love it. I always see my favorite movies four or five times.
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I guess you do, ma'am.
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UNIT 7
SENDING A PACKAGE Family
“Hello, Deirdre? Aren't you home yet? This is your mother-in-law, who lives in California, and hasn't heard from you in weeks. I've been doing some shopping and have sent you a parcel that contains new clothes for the baby. I've sent it special delivery, so you should receive it by Friday. The parcel is specially wrapped, so let the baby open it by himself. Let's speak to one another soon. Give a kiss to the baby for me. Bye.”
Sending a Package
The first step in sending a parcel is to find a box, a large envelope, or some strong paper in which your parcel may be wrapped. Make sure that it is wrapped properly, or the post office will not accept it. Next, decide which kind of delivery is best, according to how urgently the package is needed. Surface mail, which sends parcels by boat, is the cheapest, but also the slowest. Regular airmail is faster, but may not be good for heavy packages. If you want your parcel to be delivered by the next weekday, it should be sent express. If you choose the regular mail service, and you have a scale and stamps at home, you can simply call the post office to find out how much postage is needed. Then, all you have to do is place your parcel in the nearest mailbox and with luck, it will be delivered on time. If, however, you choose the express service or surface mail, you will have to take your package to the post office, where it will be weighed and you will be told how much postage needs to be paid.
Airmail to Tokyo
- I'd like to send this package airmail to Tokyo. - Sure. Let's see. It weighs 14 pounds. That's $40. - Sorry. How much did you say? - Forty dollars, ma'am. - How long will it take to get there? - It'll be there in about ten days.
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Modals
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The application should be filled out in pen and must be signed. You will be called if Mr. Buildmore wants to interview you. Next...
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UNIT 8
EMERGENCY Emergency
John, where are you? It's Mary. I've been trying to call you all evening. Listen, John. There's been an accident. We were crossing that bridge on Route 6 when this big truck came speeding towards us. It crossed over onto the wrong side of the road, and there was nowhere for us to go. It was awful! I've never been so scared in my life. An ambulance was called and we were rushed to the emergency room at Parker General Hospital. I'm OK, but Mike's being kept in the hospital. Nothing serious; he's just hurt his leg. We've been waiting to find out whether it's broken. Please call me as soon as you get in. Bye.
Marge Has a Baby
“Alex, you've been waiting in the house with me for three days already. I can take care of myself. If there's an emergency, I'll call you at work.” Marge tried to calm her husband, who was very worried about leaving her alone when she was so close to having their baby. “I'd rather go somewhere nice today, perhaps for a walk in the park. It hasn't been that cold outside. Don't worry,” she said, as she was putting on her coat. “Isn't that dangerous, Marge?” asked Alex, still worried. But his wife was already going out the door. “Why don't I take you for a nice drive through the park? I know a very pretty route,” Alex said. Marge agreed, and they set out. However, on the way to the park, Marge felt a pain in her stomach. “You've been very quiet these past few minutes, dear. Is everything all right?” Marge looked at Alex, her face white. “Quick! We must get to the hospital. The baby is coming. Forget about asking for directions. I know the way. No! Take the road on the left. You didn't signal left!” she shouted at him. “I hope we get there in time,” Alex said. “We must rush.” “You've just gone over the speed limit!” shouted Marge. “And you're having a baby!” Alex shouted back. Suddenly, the car stopped. Marge turned to Alex. “Why have you stopped?” she said. “Go on!” “I can't. We don't have any more gas. I'll have to call an ambulance from the car phone. You know, I knew a woman who had a baby in an ambulance.” “Really?” laughed Marge, in between pains.
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