English Discoveries Workbook Intermediate 2

I N T E R M E D I AT E 2 S T U D E N T WORKBOOK

English Discoveries

Intermediate 2 Student Workbook

Copyright © 2010 Edusoft Ltd. All rights reserved. ISBN 1-631427-102

COPYRIGHT NOTICE All rights are reserved. No part of these materials may be reproduced, photocopied, transmitted or translated in any form or by any means without permission in writing from Edusoft Ltd.

Dear Student,

Welcome to the English Discoveries Student Workbook – Intermediate 2. 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 2 course. You should use this workbook together with the course. For example, after you do the listening component from the course, we recommend you do the listening section in the workbook. Your workbook also contains copies of the Explore texts from the English Discoveries course, so you can refer to its content when you are away from the computer.

Each unit in the workbook has four sections: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Grammar. • The Listening section will help you practice your listening skills. A variety of genre, such as voice mail messages, radio programs and TV video clips are included. • The Reading section will reinforce your understanding of different kinds of reading texts such as postcards, ads, stories and newspaper articles. • The Speaking section will give you the opportunity to practice different speaking functions such as ordering a meal in a restaurant, asking for directions, making suggestions, etc. • The Grammar section will help you practice the main points of the online unit within the context of the unit theme. This way you will learn to use grammar structures in real-life situations.

Special emphasis has been given throughout the workbook to speaking and writing activities and you will see that you have a lot of opportunity to express yourself in both spoken and written English.

We hope you enjoy using this program and wish you lots of luck! The English Discoveries Team

Copyright © 2010 Edusoft Ltd.

CONTENTS

UNIT 1

Buying a Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 UNIT 2

Accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 UNIT 3

Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 UNIT 4

Helping out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 UNIT 5

Dreams and Ambitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 UNIT 6

Money Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 UNIT 7

Politics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 UNIT 8

Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 APPENDIX

Explore Texts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67


I N T E R M E D I A T E

2

U N I T

1

BUYING A CAR AD a. What was the purpose of the radio ad? Mark the correct answer. Use the Explore text on page 68 to help you. 32071

1.

to convince people to buy used cars

2.

to convince people to buy a car at Car City

3.

to introduce Ron and Lara to the listeners

b. What did you hear on the radio? Mark the correct answer. 1.

a news report about Car City

2.

an interview with two car dealers

3.

an interview with two people who bought cars

32072

Unit

17 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. In the radio ad, Lara says that she spoke to her sister Natalie about her new car. Read their conversation. Mark who said each sentence. 32081

LARA

NATALIE

1. “I just bought a brand-new Beamer Coyote.” 2. “It's automatic and has all the latest features.” 3. “Wow! Where did you buy it?" 4. “At Car City. I got a really good price.” 5. “I paid ten percent as a down payment and I'm paying the rest off in monthly payments.” 6. “I don't believe it! I also bought a car there last week.” 7. “I got a great deal on a second-hand car at the end-of-year sale.” 8. “That's great! You get real value for your money at Car City, don't you?”

d. Car City also advertises in the newspaper. Mark the newspaper ad that is for Car City. Use the Explore text on page 68 to help you. 32082

Ad 1

Are you looking for the car of your dreams? Are you interested in only the best that money can buy? Then we are the place for you! We carry only luxury models fitted with the latest features. So if you are interested in only the newest and the best, make an appointment with our showroom salespeople.

Ad 2

If you're looking for a great deal, then look no further! Come on down to our end-of-year sale and pick out the car of your choice. With a variety of new and used cars to choose from and very reasonable prices, you won't find a better deal!

Ad 3 For really low prices that everyone can afford, call us now! We offer unbeatable deals on used cars and used car parts. Payment on a cash-only basis.

Unit

8

1

INTERMEDIATE 2


e. Discuss your choice with a partner. Explain why the ad you chose is suitable and why the other two are not.

f. Read the sentences from the radio ad. Replace the underlined words with words or expressions from below.

32091

at another place • for the same money • happy • newest • promise • wonderful 1. …at Car City you’ll find fantastic bargains! 2. He bought a car somewhere else and isn’t satisfied with it. 3. I could have bought the latest model of the same car at the same price.

4. We guarantee that you won’t find a better deal anywhere.

Unit

19 INTERMEDIATE 2


BUYING A USED CAR a. What was the purpose of the reading text, "Buying a Used Car"? Mark the correct answer. 1.

to advertise a car dealer

2.

to explain about different kinds of cars

3.

to give advice on buying a used car

4.

to persuade someone to buy a new car

32101

b. Mark the sentences that match the suggestions given in the reading text. Use the Explore text on page 68 to help you. 32102

1.

Before you go to a used-car dealer, think about what kind of car you want and which features you would like it to have.

2.

It is a good idea to go to a used-car dealer alone, because a friend's advice can sometimes confuse you.

3.

Most car dealers are reliable, so you don’t need to test-drive the car you plan to buy.

4.

Always take the car to be checked by a mechanic before you buy it.

5.

If you want to lower the price, try bargaining with the dealer.

c. Circle the correct answer. Use the Explore text on page 68 to help you. 32103

1. Which expression means “decide”? make up your mind / have in mind 2. When buyers bargain about the price, they want to make it higher / lower. 3. You ought to means you must / should. 4. You ought to have it checked means: you ought to check it / you ought to get somebody else to check it. d. Write three pieces of advice about one of the following topics: buying a new car, renting an apartment, going on a diet. Share your advice with a partner. You can begin with these:

32104

You should… You ought to... It’s a good idea to... If... Don’t…

Unit

10

1

INTERMEDIATE 2


THE CAR a. Go to the Explore text on page 69. Copy the sentences that show that the woman is refusing. 32111

b. Who says sentences like these? For each sentence circle the speaker, C (for Customer) or D (for Dealer), and mark the function (what the speaker is trying to do).

32112

Persuading 1. “You won't find a better deal anywhere else.”

C/D

2. “This is just what I'm looking for. I'll take it!”

C/D

3. “I can offer you an excellent monthly payment plan.”

C/D

4. “No…This is definitely not what I had in mind.”

C/D

5. “I really can't afford this car.”

C/D

Accepting Refusing

6. “This car is exactly what I want. Do you accept checks?” C/D 7. “We have other fantastic bargains to offer.”

C/D

c. Complete the dialogue by writing what the customer says. Then share and practice your dialogue with a partner. Use the Explore text on page 69 to help you. 32113

Car dealer: Here it is. Isn’t it beautiful? Customer: (refusing) Car dealer: And it’s only $5,000 dollars. Customer: (refusing) Car dealer: I could lower the price to $4,000 dollars. Customer: (refusing) Car dealer: What if I let you pay it off in 12 monthly payments? Customer: (accepting)

Unit

1 11 INTERMEDIATE 2


CONDITIONALS: REAL a. Read the advice about buying a used car. Match the two parts of each Real Conditional sentence. Then write the complete sentences below. 32121

A

B

1. If you want to find a good dealer,

a. he will probably lower the price.

2. If you don’t take a used car to be checked by a mechanic,

b. you can ask the dealer for monthly payments.

3. If you bargain with the dealer,

c. ask your friends to recommend one.

4. If you take a friend with you,

d. it will be easier for you to choose a car.

5. If you can't pay for the car in cash,

e. you might buy a car with engine problems.

b. Complete the short ad for a car dealer by filling in suitable words in each space. Use Real Conditional sentences. Use the verbs from the box in their correct form. 32122

are • buy • come • find • get • give • let • need • show • want

LOOKING FOR A CAR? COME TO CAR CITY! If you (1)

a good car dealer, you should (2)

If you (3)

interested in the latest models, we (4)

If you (5)

a car you like, we (6)

If you (7)

a comfortable payment plan, we (8)

If you (9)

from us, you (10)

Unit

12

1

INTERMEDIATE 2


to us! them to you. you test-drive it.

great service.

it to you.


2

U N I T

2

A C C I D E N T S BAD BACK a. In the video clip “Bad Back”, Ben hurts his back. Fran’s friend, Anita arrives later and asks Fran how it happened. Fill in the missing words or phrases in their conversation. Choose the words and phrases from below. 32131

back problems • by himself • careful • carry • heavy things • hurt • not supposed to Anita: How did Ben (1)

his back?

Fran: He was trying to (2)

the sofa to the car.

Anita: But why? He knows he’s (3)

carry (4)

,

doesn’t he? Fran: Of course. And I even warned him to be (5)

. But he just

wouldn't listen. He insisted on carrying it (6)

.

Anita: Oh, no! Well, he'll probably have to see a doctor right away. I just hope he doesn't have even worse (7)

now.

Unit

2 13 INTERMEDIATE 2


b. Mark the only sentence that is true about the conversation in a. Then rewrite three of the untrue sentences to make them true. 32141

1.

Anita is worried about her back problem.

2.

Fran thinks Anita should see a doctor.

3.

Fran explains how Ben hurt his back.

4.

Anita explains why Ben was carrying a heavy sofa.

5.

Fran thinks the doctor should come and see Ben.

6.

Anita explains why Ben hates going to doctors.

c. Imagine the conversation between Ben and the doctor. Complete the questions that the doctor might ask him. Write Ben’s answers. 32142

Doctor:

in pain?

Ben:

.

Doctor:

feel?

Ben:

.

Doctor:

medicine for the pain?

Ben:

.

Doctor: Where

hurt?

Ben:

.

Doctor: How

happen?

Ben:

.

Doctor: Why

?

Ben:

d. Share your conversation with a partner. Listen to each other’s sentences. Then role-play the conversation with a partner.

Unit

14

2

INTERMEDIATE 2


CLIFF TERROR a. Read what happens next in the “Cliff Terror” story. To find out what happens to Susan and Ellen, put the parts of this story into the correct order. Number the parts from 1 to 6. You can use the Explore text on pages 70, 71 to help you.

32151

a. “Are you sure about the direction, Ellen?” Susan said nervously. “It’s hard to tell north from south now that the sun has gone behind the clouds.” b. Ellen thought for a moment. “Well, if you want to go home, we have to find a way out of here. I think we should go there.” Ellen pointed to the trees up ahead. “That’s the direction we came from.” c. Susan looked up to see what Ellen was pointing at. “Yes, it is!” she shouted. “It’s Daniel and the rest of the group. We're safe! HEY! DANIEL! PETER! WE'RE OVER HERE!" d. Susan didn't want Ellen to bandage her ankle. “No, thank you. I just want to go home.” e. But Ellen wasn't listening to Susan talk about the clouds. “Susan….Stop! Wait a minute!” she called out suddenly. “What's that up there, in the mountains? Isn't that…?” f. “Stop complaining! You'll be alright.” said Ellen. “You've probably sprained your ankle. I have a bandage here in my backpack. I'll put it on for you if you like.” b. Complete the story by filling in the characters’ words. But nobody heard Susan’s shouts, so she asked Ellen to join her. “

32152

.” When still nobody heard them, Ellen had a great idea – they could use the bandage, and wave it to get Daniel’s attention. She explained her idea to Susan. “ .” After the girls had been waving the bandage for over five minutes, Daniel finally noticed them. He knew that the only way to rescue them was to call for a helicopter, so he shouted down to them: “

.”

Susan was so happy to hear this that she started dancing on one foot. When Ellen saw her she said, “

.”

c. Share your story ending with other students. 32153

Unit

2 15 INTERMEDIATE 2


LOOK OUT! a. Which person in the Speaking section gives a warning? Mark the correct answer. 1.

the teenager on the bicycle

2.

the older woman

3.

the child

32161

b. Read another conversation. Copy the sentences that express a warning and those that ignore a warning. 32162

Kate: Did you see the sign we just passed, Sal? Sally: No, which sign? What does it say? Kate: It says we aren’t allowed to walk here. Somebody is building something on top of this building. This sidewalk is too close to the building. It's dangerous! Sally: Nonsense! It's perfectly safe. Kate: But the sign says it isn’t safe. You could get hurt. Something might fall on you. Sally: Don’t worry. It won't. Come on. I'm in a hurry. Kate: Sally, look out! There are falling bricks!

Expressing a warning

Ignoring a warning

Unit

16

2

INTERMEDIATE 2


c. In each of the pictures below somebody is warning somebody else. Under each picture write what you think the person is saying. Here are some expressions to help you: 32171

Be careful

You might...

Don’t...

You shouldn’t...

If you..., you could...

You aren’t supposed to...

You aren’t allowed to...

The sign says...

A

B

C

E

D

Unit

2 17 INTERMEDIATE 2


PAST PERFECT: PROGRESSIVE a. Answer the question under each picture. Use the Past Perfect Progressive form of the verb given. 32181

1. John woke up with a sore

2. The children were covered

3. Mary’s eyes were sore. Why?

neck. Why?

in chocolate. Why?

She (work)

He (sleep)

They (eat)

at the computer all day.

at his desk all night.

chocolate cake.

b. Complete the story by choosing the correct verb for each space from the list below. 32182

crashed • decided • had been thinking • hadn't been paying • pushed

John was late for his math exam. He was nervous because he hadn’t slept well. As soon as he got into the car, he started the engine, put the gears into reverse and (1)

his

foot down on the gas pedal. The car shot backwards out of the driveway and (2)

into a garbage removal truck. John (3)

attention and hadn't seen the truck. He hadn't checked his rearview mirror before reversing out of the driveway because he (4)

about getting to his exam on

time. When he heard the crash he hesitated for a moment, but then (5) not to stop. He couldn’t be late for his exam.

Unit

18

2

INTERMEDIATE 2



2

U N I T

3

P R O B L E M S FAMILY a. In the voice mail message Lori asks Marcy for a favor. What does she say? Complete the sentences below. Use the Explore text on page 72 to help you. 32191

do me a favor? pick up my dress at the cleaner’s for me? b. In your opinion, who is Marcy? Mark all possible answers. 32192

Marcy is: 1.

Lori’s boss

2.

Lori’s mother

3.

Lori’s sister

4.

Lori’s friend

c. After listening to the voice mail, Marcy calls Lori back and leaves her a message. Read it and answer the questions that follow.

Hi, Lori. This is Marcy. I got your message. I'm really sorry, but I can't pick up your dress from the dry

cleaners. I have a problem here at work. The other secretary is sick and I have to stay at the office until late to type some letters that have to be sent today. I just spoke to Jane, though. She has to go in that

direction anyway, so I've asked her to pick up your dress for you. So don't worry! You'll have your dress in time for the party. Bye.

Unit

3 19 INTERMEDIATE 2


Why is Marcy calling Lori? Mark all the correct answers. 1.

to reply to a voice mail she received earlier from Lori

2.

to tell Lori that she will have to pick up her own dress

3.

to apologize for not picking up Lori's dress

4.

to ask Lori to call Jane

5.

to tell Lori that the party has been cancelled

6.

to tell Lori that someone else will pick up her dress for her

32201

d. Decide on the CAUSE AND EFFECT relationships in the text. What causes what? Fill in the boxes below. Choose from the list of sentences. 32202

Jane will pick up the dress. She has asked Jane to pick up the dress instead. Lori will have the dress in time for the party. She can't pick up Lori's dress. Marcy has to stay at work late.

1

The secretary who works with Marcy is sick.

2 3 4 5 6

e. Write a voice mail message to a friend, asking for a favor. Explain why you need the favor. 32203

Unit

20

3

INTERMEDIATE 2


A FOREIGN AFFAIR a. Do you remember the story “A Foreign Affair” in the Reading section? Number the sentences according to the order that the events really happened. Use the Explore text on pages 72, 73 to help you. 32211

1 a. b.

Melanie and her husband Neil went to a formal party. Neil asked her to try and be polite this time and not to insult important people, like the foreign minister’s wife.

c.

At that party, a glamorous blonde was chasing Melanie’s husband around.

d.

While she was talking to a wealthy businessman, she heard some women gossiping about the other women at the party.

e.

Then she heard the foreign minister’s wife calling Neil “darling”.

f.

This made Melanie angry, so she spilled wine down the woman’s dress.

g.

Melanie and Neil had to go to another formal party.

h.

This gave her an idea that made her smile.

Unit

3 21 INTERMEDIATE 2


b. Read Part 2 of the story and choose a suitable title. Then answer the questions in c. 1.

Cold Soup

2.

How to Plan a Formal Dinner Party

3.

Getting Revenge

4.

Fear of Spiders

5.

Bad Manners

32221

Part 2 “It's time to teach that woman a lesson,” Melanie thought to herself, as all the party guests began to take their seats at the large dinner table. When no one was looking, Melanie quickly moved two of the name cards that had been placed next to each dinner plate. That way she was sure to be sitting next to the foreign minister's wife. She waited patiently until the waiters had served the soup and the guests had all begun to eat. Then, smiling, she turned to the blonde woman beside her and whispered, “Excuse me, but I think there's a spider crawling up your dress.” With a loud scream, the foreign minister's wife jumped up from the table, taking the tablecloth with her, and causing dishes to overturn and soup to spill all over the table. The other guests were shocked. They couldn’t believe their eyes. “My goodness! What is she doing?” Melanie heard one woman say to her friend. “That really isn’t a nice way to behave, especially for a foreign minister’s wife.” As the foreign minister's wife went red with embarrassment, Melanie bit her lip to stop herself from laughing out loud. c. Circle each sentence true (4) or false (8).

4 2. The foreign minister's wife was afraid of spiders. 4 3. Melanie spoke to the foreign minister's wife before the soup was served. 4 4. Melanie’s plan worked. 4 5. Melanie wanted to teach the guests a lesson. 4 6. The foreign minister's wife made a fool of herself. 4 7. Melanie was happy that the guests were shocked. 4

1. Melanie didn’t want to sit next to the foreign minister's wife.

/ / / / / / /

8 8 8 8 8 8 8

32222

d. Underline the parts of the story that helped you find your answers. 32223

Unit

22

3

INTERMEDIATE 2


FRIED FISH a. Do you remember the “Fried Fish” dialogue from the Speaking section? Write the sentences that show what each person did. Use the Explore text on page 73 to help you. 32231

The waiter asked for an opinion.

The woman expressed satisfaction with the food.

The man complained about the food.

The waiter apologized.

b. Read the following dialogue and fill in the speaker’s purpose in the blank spaces. 32232

Purposes expressing dissatisfaction • asking for an opinion • expressing satisfaction accepting an apology • apologizing Jack:

Mmm. I haven’t had such a good steak in ages. It was so tender. (1) What do you think of the food here, Jane? (2)

Jane:

To be honest, I think it’s awful. My fish is dry and the vegetables are over-cooked. (3)

Jack:

I'm really sorry, Jane. I forgot to tell you that their specialty is meat, not fish. (4)

Jane:

Oh, that's alright. I enjoyed being with you! (5)

c. Write a conversation between a waiter and two customers at a restaurant. One customer is satisfied and one is dissatisfied. In a group of three, role-play the conversation. 32233

Unit

3 23 INTERMEDIATE 2


PAST PERFECT: SIMPLE a. Match the events in the first column to the earlier events in the second column. 32241

Event

Earlier event

1. Lori couldn’t get to the cleaner’s.

a. I had lost the invitation.

2. I couldn’t remember what time the dinner party b. They had forgotten to reserve a table. was supposed to start. 3. We were driving to work, when the car suddenly stopped.

c. The waiter had kept them waiting for an hour, and had then brought them the wrong food.

4. When John and Stacey got to the restaurant, there was no place to sit.

d. She had taken her car to the garage.

5. The couple complained about the poor service e. I had forgotten to fill the tank with gas. in the restaurant.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

b. Underline the verbs in a. that show that an action happened earlier. 32242

c. Complete each sentence by adding the cause of the problem. Choose from the list of causes below. Change the verbs into the Past Perfect Simple. 32243

Causes • she was in a car accident as a child

• they saw it already

• he broke his front tooth

• he didn’t practice enough

• he didn’t study for it

1. Ben went to the dentist because

.

2. My friends didn’t want to go to that movie with me because

.

3. Tom failed the exam because

.

4. Tony didn’t win the piano competition because

.

5. Clare didn’t want to drive because

.

Unit

24

3

INTERMEDIATE 2



2

HELPING

U N I T

4

OUT

NEIGHBORS a. Do you remember the video with Eric and René? Mark the following statements true (4) or false (8). Use the Explore text on page 74 to help you. 1. Eric and René have met before. 2. René is new to the neighborhood. 3. Eric offers to give René a power drill. 4. Eric had wanted to visit René the night before. 5. Eric didn’t visit René because he wasn’t feeling well. 6. René wasn’t home the night before. 7. The scene takes place in France.

4 4 4 4 4 4 4

/ / / / / / /

8 8 8 8 8 8 8

32251

Unit

4 25 INTERMEDIATE 2


b. Do you remember who said what? Mark the correct column. Use the Explore text on page 74 to help you. 32261

Eric

René

1. If I were you, I’d use something like this. 2. I thought you might like to borrow this. 3. I beg your pardon? 4. Welcome to the neighborhood. 5. That’s very kind of you. 6. I can’t get used to the time difference. c. Eric and René continue their conversation. Read it and number the sentences in the correct order. The first one is done for you. a.

1

Eric: Your English is really good, René.

b.

René: No, not at all. The company I work for wants me to manage their office here in the States.

c.

René: Wait. Don’t go yet. I’d like to invite you and your wife to dinner at our house. How about next weekend? It's my way of thanking you for your help, and it's a chance for us all to get to know each other.

d.

Eric:

Oh! Is that why you decided to move to the U.S.? To see where your Mom was born?

e.

Eric:

That’s a great idea! I’ll talk to my wife and let you know tomorrow. Bye.

f.

Eric:

That sounds like an interesting job. Well, René, it was lovely to meet you. I'm sure we'll see each other again very soon.

g.

René: Thank you for the compliment. That's because my mother was born in America. She spoke English to me when I was growing up.

Unit

26

32262

4

INTERMEDIATE 2


SHE OWES YOU A FAVOR a. Do you remember the text from the Reading section? Answer the following questions. Use the Explore text on pages 74, 75 to help you. 32271

1. What happened to Alison’s car? 2. Who did she call to help her? 3. What was he doing when she called? 4. Why was he the right person to call? 5. What favor does he need from Alison? b. Who is each phrase about? Mark the correct column. Use the Explore text on pages 40, 41 to help you. 32272

Barry

Marcello

Alison

1. had a problem with the car 2. told his friend he looked tired 3. had a history paper to write 4. tried to push the car 5. called a friend in the middle of the night 6. is a mechanic 7. is good at history 8. owes someone a favor 9. met Barry on the way to class

c. What can we infer from what Barry says? Mark the correct answer. Share the reasons for your answer with the class. 32273

“However, knowing Alison the way I do, I took two quarts of oil and a gallon of gas, too.” 1.

Alison can't drive very well.

2.

Alison often forgets to check the gas, oil and water level.

3.

Barry thinks Alison should stop driving.

4.

Barry wants Alison to be more serious.

5.

Alison doesn't know Barry very well.

Unit

4 27 INTERMEDIATE 2


d. Which words go together? Fill in the blanks to complete what each person is saying. Choose from the words in the box. a favor • assignment • at history • down • due tomorrow • easy • stuck • tired 1

“My car got

. It broke

.”

“You look

. Why don’t you go

home and take it

2

“I have a history

. The paper is

“I have an idea. I'm good and I owe you I'll do the rest of the paper for you!”

Unit

28

?”

4

INTERMEDIATE 2


.”

.

32281

LET’S GO a. Do you remember the dialogue “Let's Go” in the Speaking section? Use the Explore text on page 75 to help you. Write the words that Steve and his friend use to express the following: 32291

Asking for help Agreeing to help Making a suggestion Accepting a suggestion

b. Here are some sentences about getting tickets to a rock concert. Decide what each person is expressing. Mark the correct column. 32292

ASKING FOR AGREEING TO MAKING A ACCEPTING A HELP HELP SUGGESTION SUGGESTION 1. “How about calling Dave? He might be able to help you.” 2. “Of course I'll get you some tickets. It's no problem.” 3. “Could you please try and get me two tickets for Friday's concert?" 4. “That's a great idea! I'll call him now.” 5. “Why don’t you try asking Dave? He works in a ticket office.” 6. “Thanks for the advice. I'll give him a call.” 7. “If I were you I'd speak to Dave. He might help you out.” 8. “Sure! I'll see what I can do. How many tickets do you need?” 9. “Would you mind doing me a favor? I need tickets for the concert.”

Unit

4 29 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. Write two dialogues, using sentences from the list below. In dialogue 1, Steve agrees to help. In dialogue 2 he doesn’t. 32301

• I’m working on my history paper. Maybe later. • Sure, if I’m able to. • Thanks. I don’t like studying in the library. It’s so noisy. • Oh, please. I really need your help. • Peter? I don’t like Peter. • My room is even quieter. Let’s go there. • Well… we could study in my room. It’s quiet there. • But he’s an excellent student. • You’re right, It is too noisy here. Where can we study? • You could ask Peter to help you. He’s also studying geography.

Dialogue 1 Friend: Hi, Steve. Would you mind helping me with the geography assignment? Steve: Friend: Steve: Friend: Steve:

Dialogue 2 Friend: Hi, Steve. Would you mind helping me with the geography assignment? Steve: Friend: Steve: Friend: Steve:

Unit

30

4

INTERMEDIATE 2


REPORTED SPEECH

32311

a. Match the two parts of each sentence. There are three extra possibilities in column B. A

B

1. “Can you help me please? This is the third time I've called your mechanic and he hasn't answered. I'd like to know...

a. what is playing at the local movie theater.”

2. “Welcome to Randall's Bookstore. How can I help you?” "I want to know...

b. how many apples you are going to buy.”

3. “I know you aren't well and need some rest. Let me take the kids out to a movie. I'll find out...

c. why my car isn't fixed yet.”

4. “Please help me find my ring. I think I dropped it somewhere here in the restaurant.” “Don't worry. I'll ask the manager...

d. where you are going right now.”

5. “This math homework is really difficult. Can you help me with it?” “Well, I'm not good at math, but I think...

e. how much this dictionary costs.”

6. “I’d like some dessert, but I’m allergic to strawberries. Do you know...

f. that Susie might be able to help you with your homework.”

7. “The baby has a very high temperature. I called the doctor over an hour ago. I can’t understand...

g. if anyone has brought it to him.”

h. if there are any in that pie over there?”

i. when the course begins.”

j. why he is taking so long.”

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

Unit

4 31 INTERMEDIATE 2


32321

b. Find a suitable phrase from below to complete each sentence.

…Ryan will be thrilled • …what time the party starts • …how much that puppy costs …you could help me to organize it • …what he wants • …if she wants to help too • …that she is free Annie: I'm having a party for Ryan's fifth birthday on Saturday afternoon. I wonder if (1) Lyn: Sure. I'd love to help. Just tell me (2) Annie: The kids are invited to come at 11a.m. Lyn: OK, I'll be there at 9. I'll ask Karen (3) She loves children. I hope (4) Annie: Thank you so much, Lyn. You're such a good friend. Lyn: By the way, what does Ryan want for his birthday? Annie: I know exactly (5) That reminds me. I need to phone the pet shop. I need to know (6) Lyn: That's a great gift for a 5-year-old. I'm sure that (7)

. . . .

. . !

32322 c. In the situations below people are asking for help, offering help or giving help. Complete the reported sentences by putting the words and phrases in the correct order.

“When does the next train leave?”

“Can you baby-sit for us tonight?” 1. We need a babysitter tonight. I'll ask Jane . ( if / she can / for us tonight / baby-sit)

4. I need some information about your train schedule, please. Can you tell me ?

“Will it work?”

(leaves / when / the next train)

2. I need your advice about this diet. Do you think ? (work / it will / that) “Can you help me lift it?” “How much did you pay for that?”

5. This box is so heavy. I need your help. I wonder

3. Could you please tell me

. ?

(help me / whether / you can / lift it)

(for that / you paid / how much) Unit

32

4

INTERMEDIATE 2


INTERMEDIATE

2

UNIT

5

DREAMS AND AMBITIONS SOAP OPERA a. Do you remember the radio soap opera in the Listening section? Mark all the true sentences. Use the Explore text on page 76 to help you. 32331

1.

Julie has been disappointed by men in the past.

2.

Andrew is Julie’s new boyfriend.

3.

Julie goes to Andrew for advice.

4.

Julie goes to Rob for advice.

5.

Julie and Rob are good friends.

6.

Rob tells Julie to stop seeing Andrew.

7.

Rob advises Julie not to be afraid.

8.

Rob advises Julie not to take any chances.

9.

Julie wants Rob to meet Andrew.

10.

Andrew wants Julie to meet his friends.

Unit

5 33 INTERMEDIATE 2


b. Complete the sentences with words from the box. Then write who said them – Julie or Rob. Use the Explore text on page 76 to help you. 32341

bothersome • chance • come • deserted • insist on • wished 1.

:

I’m sorry to be

.

2.

:

Why do you

3.

:

You’re used to being

4.

:

He’s all I have ever

making life so tough for yourself?

5.

:

You might as well take the

6.

:

He’s a dream

by men. for. . true.

c. Read the next chapter of the soap opera. Answer the questions that follow.

32342

Narrator:

That night Julie, Rob and Andrew went out to dinner at Julie's favorite restaurant. The evening was not very successful. Andrew was rude to Rob and spoke about himself all night. Later that evening, when Rob was in the men's restroom, he heard Andrew making a call to someone on his cell phone. Andrew was talking to his wife! Rob didn’t know what to do. Should he tell Julie and risk breaking her heart? The next day Rob and Julie met to talk.

Rob:

I'm really sorry the dinner didn't turn out the way you planned, Julie.

Julie:

It's not your fault, Rob. I should apologize to you for Andrew's behavior. He was so rude! Maybe he was nervous about meeting you, or maybe he's a little jealous of our friendship.

Rob:

It's more than that. Look, I don’t know how to tell you this, Julie. You know how much I care about you. I was truly happy for you when you met Andrew, but I don't want you to get hurt again.

Julie:

What are you talking about, Rob? What's wrong?

Rob:

Andrew is not the right man for you, Julie. It's not just that he's selfish and rude. He's also married! I heard him talking to his wife on the phone last night.

Julie:

I don’t believe you! There must be some mistake!

Narrator:

What will Julie do now? Will she leave Andrew? Find out next week on “Wishful Thinking”.

d. Circle the correct choices. 1. Julie, Rob and Andrew enjoyed / didn’t enjoy their evening together. 2. Rob was upset with Andrew because he was rude / he was too quiet. 3. Julie apologized for Andrew’s behavior / carelessness. 4. It was hard for Rob to tell Julie that Andrew is married / likes talking on his cell phone. 5. Julie found it difficult / easy to accept the truth. Unit

34

5

INTERMEDIATE 2


32343

THE SINGER a. Read the four sentences about people in “The Singer” story. What do they tell us about these people? Match them to the four statements below. 1. Cindy thought she wasn’t good enough to sing at the concert.

32351

2. Cindy’s mother encouraged her to sing in the school concert. 3. Cindy wished she could sing one day in the concert. 4. Cindy’s voice was deep and full.

a. She had a dream. b. She sang beautifully. c. She wasn’t sure of herself. d. She believed that Cindy was a good singer.

b. Read the last sentence of “The Singer” in the Explore text on page 76, 77. What do you think will happen after the music teacher says “You are a singer!”? Mark everything that will probably happen. Then write what you think will happen. 32352

1.

The students will clap.

2.

Cindy will not sing in the school concert.

3.

Cindy will get the main part in the school concert.

4.

Cindy's mother will tell Cindy to try harder.

5.

Cindy will never sing again in public.

6.

Mara will be jealous of Cindy.

7.

The other students will tell Cindy how well she sang.

8.

Unit

5 35 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. Find one word in the story to describe each of the following. Use the Explore text on pages 76, 77 to help you. 32361

1. how Cindy felt about singing in public: 2. how Cindy felt on the morning of the trials: 3. how some of the other students sounded at the trials: 4. Cindy's voice:

and

5. Cindy's size: 6. how the music teacher described Cindy's singing: 7. how the students were when Cindy stopped singing:

d. Match the words in A, B and C to make sentences about the story. Write the sentences below. A

B

C

1. The auditorium

let her sing

powerfully

2. One by one, the students

was deserted

as if under a spell

3. Cindy’s teacher

sang

onto the stage

4. Cindy

seemed

anything she liked

5. The audience

climbed

at first

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Unit

36

5

INTERMEDIATE 2


32362

ASSIGNMENTS a. What does each person in the Speaking section do? Circle the correct answers. Use the Explore text on page 77 to help you. 32371

1. The girl / boy asks for an assignment. 2. The girl / boy hands her his assignment.

b. Mark the correct answer to each question. Use the Explore text on page 77 to help you. 32372

1. In which sentence is the person asking for something? Do you have that history assignment from last week? Is this what you need? Here it is.

2. In which sentence is the person giving something? No, that's not what I meant. Do you have that history assignment from last week? Here it is.

Unit

5 37 INTERMEDIATE 2


.

Jim has a dream. He wants to be an actor. He has decided to study at a drama school. He goes to the school office to register for his courses. Read the dialogue and write the underlined sentences from the dialogue in the correct place below. 32381

Jim:

I’d like to apply to study at your school. Do you have an application form for me?

Secretary: Yes, I do. Here's a form for you to fill in. Jim:

Thanks. Is it true that I have to pass an audition, too?

Secretary: Yes, that's right. Take this list of telephone numbers. Call Mr. Black, the first-year acting teacher. He'll tell you what to do. Jim:

OK. I'll do that. There's one more thing. Could I please have a student card?

Secretary: You have to pay the registration fee first. That'll be $50, please. Jim:

Do you accept checks?

Secretary: A check is fine. Can you just sign the back of the check, please? Jim:

Sure.

Secretary: That's fine. Here is your student card. Asking for something

Giving something

Unit

38

5

INTERMEDIATE 2


CONDITIONALS: UNREAL a. Read each sentence in italics. Mark the sentence that has the same meaning. 1. If I had $15,000, I would buy a new car.

32391

I bought a new car and it cost me $15,000. I will definitely buy a new car next month. I wish I had enough money to buy a new car.

2. If she weren’t so tired, she’d go to the party. She will go to the party even though she is tired. She won’t go to the party because she is tired. She was tired of going to parties.

3. He’d get to work on time if he had a car. He didn’t have a car, so he didn’t get to work on time. He gets to work on time because he has a car. He doesn’t have a car, so he doesn’t get to work on time. b. Ivan and Claire are talking about their dreams and ambitions with their teachers. Fill in a suitable part of a conditional sentence in each space. Choose from the box above each dialogue.

32392

If you practiced more • If I weren't studying so hard • If I could play professional tennis

Teacher:

Ivan, what is your dream?

Ivan: Teacher:

, I would be so happy. Well, you are quite good at tennis.

,

you could improve. Sports mean a lot of hard work. Ivan:

I know. The problem is my schoolwork.

,

I would have more time to practice.

Unit

5 39 INTERMEDIATE 2


• My parents would pay

• If you studied something else

• If you had to choose a job

• If only I had $10,000

Teacher: Claire:

, what would you choose, Claire? I would choose to be a doctor. The problem is that university studies are very expensive. if they could, but they don’t have a lot of money. , I could afford to study medicine.

Teacher:

, it wouldn’t cost so much.

c. Complete the following sentences to explain what is really true. 32401

1. If they were here means that they are

.

2. If Sandra had time means that she

.

3. If Tom were studying medicine means that he

.

4. If I exercised every day means that I

.

5. If Diane knew the truth means that she

.

d. Complete these sentences about yourself. 32402

1. I would be happier if I were

.

2. If I could

, I would earn more money.

3. If I had enough money, I

.

4. If I could choose any job, I

.

Unit

40

5

INTERMEDIATE 2


I N T E R M E D I AT E

2

UNIT

6

MONEY MATTERS QUIZ a. Do you remember the radio program in the Listening section? What kind of program was it? Mark the correct answer. 32411

1.

a radio news broadcast

2.

a TV soap opera

3.

a radio quiz show

4.

a TV competition

b. Mark the true sentence. Use the Explore text on page 78 to help you. 1.

There were three participants on the show.

2.

One of the prizes was a diamond necklace.

3.

The winner was Cee Cee Rondeau.

4.

Guy Gaylord is a radio announcer.

5.

The announcer asked each participant three questions.

6.

The “Get Rich Quick” quiz show is on the radio once a month.

32411

Unit

6 41 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. After the show, Susan writes a letter to a friend, telling her about what happened. Fill in the missing words or phrases. Choose from the words below. 32421

alcoholic • Get • hit song • impress • million copies • participants • polite to anyone • popular • real diamond necklace • respect yourself • wealthy • weekly quiz show

Hi Katy,

You'll never believe what happened! I've just won a contest. It's the first time I've ever won anything. Here's what happened. Last night I participated in a (1)

called

(2)“

Rich Quick”. I was one of

the two (3)

on this week's show,

together with another woman. I got the right answers to both questions they asked. The first was what Guy Gaylord said when his CD sold a (4)

.

I knew the answer to that. He said that he didn't have to (5)

the music critics or be

(6)

any more, because now he was

(7)

. The second question was easy

to answer. They wanted to know who said, "Help yourself, (8)

", and when.

I knew the answer to that, too. It was Mick Starlight and he said it long before his (9)

became

(10)

. He was still an

(11)

then, trying to stop drinking.

Guess what my prize is? A (12)

!

Isn't that amazing?

I can’t wait to show it to you when you come and visit in the summer. Love,

Susan

Unit

42

6

INTERMEDIATE 2


GET YOUR MONEY’S WORTH a. Do you remember the article “Get Your Money's Worth” in the Reading section? What is it about? Mark the correct answer. 1.

a furniture store

2.

advice for shoppers

3.

a magazine for shoppers

32431

b. Match the names to their descriptions. Use the Explore text on pages 78, 79 to help you. 1.

Quality Bargains

a. the manager of a furniture store

2.

Edith Shaw

b. a regular column in a newspaper

3.

Tim Wright

c. a writer for a magazine

4.

Customers Come First

d. a furniture store

c. Complete the information about the store by circling the correct words.

32432

32433

Quality Bargains is a (1) clothing / furniture store that is suited to people who (2) have / don’t have a lot of money to spend. You can buy (3) second-hand / brand-new items there and the store offers you a ten-year (4) down payment / guarantee on all purchases. The (5) deal / delivery is free of charge and you don’t have to pay for the (6) item / sale in one cash payment. Quality Bargains offers you good (7) quality / budget at prices you (8) can afford / can't afford. d. According to the Reading text, what are the two most important things people look for when they buy items like furniture? Mark the correct answers. 32434

1.

something that is second-hand and inexpensive

2.

something that is luxurious and expensive

3.

something that suits their budget

4.

something that is on sale

5.

something that is good quality

e. According to Edith Shaw, what important information should you know about sales? Use the Explore text on pages 78, 79 to help you. Mark the correct answer. 32435

1.

You always get your money's worth.

2.

Sale items are delivered for free.

3.

The items on sale are always good quality.

4.

The stores often raise the prices of sale items before they put them on sale. Unit

6 43 INTERMEDIATE 2


f. Write the following words in the correct column. products • purchases • consumers • items • buyers • customers

people who buy

things they buy

g. Replace the underlined words and expressions with ones from the bank below. Write the new sentences on the lines given. customers • don’t have enough money • don’t have much • recommended that they can afford • thinking about • value for your money • with limited budgets

1. Customers usually look for prices that are reasonable.

2. She suggested that we buy at Quality Bargains.

3. People without a lot of money should buy there.

4. Buyers can get bargains there.

5. We are considering buying some new furniture.

6. If you are short of cash, you can pay in payments.

7. We can’t afford to buy expensive furniture.

8. This is a place where you get your money’s worth.

Unit

44

6

INTERMEDIATE 2


32441

32442

THE RAISE a. Do you remember the dialogue “The Raise” in the Speaking section? Answer these questions about it. Use the Explore text on page 79 to help you. 32451

1. What is the relationship between the two speakers? a boss and a worker / two people who work together 2. What did the speaker ask the boss about? 3. Did the speaker get what she wanted? 4. What exactly did she want? 5. Will she accept the boss’s offer? b. Which sentences from the dialogue report what happened? Mark the correct answers. Use the Explore text on page 79 to help you. 32452

1.

I spoke to the boss about a raise today.

2.

She offered me a ten percent raise.

3.

Do you intend to accept the offer?

4.

I haven't decided yet.

c. Match the words from the two columns to form expressions from the dialogue. Then use the expressions to complete the following report. Make the necessary changes. 1. accept

a. in mind

2. offer

b. an offer

3. have

c. a raise

32453

1. When I told my boss that I wanted to leave my job, she 2. The amount she offered was not what I 3. I don’t think I will

Unit

6 45 INTERMEDIATE 2


d. Complete the following dialogue by adding Annie’s answers. Choose from the sentences below. 32461

Yes, definitely. They have only the best quality clothing there. I got a pair of jeans and two sweaters. I went shopping for clothes at that new store, Best Bargains. They were really reasonable. Gail:

What did you do yesterday afternoon?

Annie: (1) Gail:

Oh, yes. I've heard of it. Is it a good place to go clothes shopping?

Annie: (2) Gail:

What were the prices like?

Annie: (3) Gail:

So what did you buy?

Annie: (4) e. Write a dialogue between you and a friend. Write about shopping for something familiar, such as food, furniture, clothes or music CDs. You ask the questions and your friend reports what happened. Share your dialogue with a partner and role-play it. 32462

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

Unit

46

6

INTERMEDIATE 2


REPORTED SPEECH: TIME ASPECTS a. Who said the following? Choose between: a salesperson and a customer. Then answer the questions below.

32471

“Everything is on sale, just for today. We want to sell all our winter clothes as fast as possible. You can get some wonderful bargains. We have never had

1

such a sale! You won’t find a sale like this again for a long time.”

2

She told me that everything was on sale, just for that day. They wanted to sell all their winter clothes as fast as possible. She said I could get some wonderful bargains. They had never had such a sale! She reminded me that I wouldn’t find a sale like that again for a long time.

Which one is reported speech? Underline the words in 2 that match the underlined words in 1. b. Match the two parts of each sentence in A and B.

32472

B

A 1. Last night I participated in a radio quiz show. I didn’t think...

a. that I could pay for it in three payments.

2. I wanted to buy some new furniture at a reasonable price. I asked a friend...

b. that the sale items were all great bargains, but they weren't.

3. I was looking for a new sweater. I asked the saleswoman...

c. which store she recommended and she suggested Quality Bargains.

4. I didn't want to pay for the new TV set in one payment. Luckily the store manager agreed... 5. I was disappointed in this year's sale. The ads claimed...

1.

www2.

www3.

d. that I would win, but I did. e. if they had any winter clothes in the store.

www4.

www5.

Unit

6 47 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. Which sentence accurately reports what each person said? Mark the correct sentence. 32481

1. Glen said, "I wonder who won the TV quiz show last night." a.

Glen wonders who will win the TV quiz show tomorrow night.

b.

Glen wondered who had won the TV quiz show the night before.

c.

Glen wondered who would win the TV quiz show the previous night.

2. Jane said, “I don’t think I will buy this furniture because it's too expensive.” a.

Jane said she hadn't thought she would buy this furniture because it will be too expensive.

b.

Jane said she doesn’t think she will buy that furniture because it was too expensive.

c.

Jane said she didn't think she would buy that furniture because it was too expensive.

3. My boss asked, “Why do you want such a big raise?” a.

My boss asked me why I wanted such a big raise.

b.

My boss wanted to know why did I want such a big raise.

c.

My boss asked me why I had wanted such a big raise.

4. Kevin said, “I didn’t know about the sale because I hadn’t seen the ad in the paper.” a.

Kevin said he doesn’t know about the sale because he hasn’t seen the ad in the paper.

b.

Kevin said he didn’t know about the sale because he hasn’t seen the ad in the paper.

c.

Kevin said he hadn’t known about the sale because he hadn’t seen the ad in the paper.

d. Read the conversation between Betty and Pam. Then complete the report of the conversation. Betty: Have you been to the sale at the furniture store? Pam:

32482

I went there yesterday.

Betty: What are the prices like? Pam:

They are offering very reasonable prices, and they will accept a twenty percent down payment on all purchases.

Betty: I must go there right away! REPORT: Betty asked Pam if she (1)

to the sale at the furniture store.

Pam answered that she had been there (2)

.

Betty wanted to know what the prices (3) Pam told her that they (4) (5) Betty said that she (6)

like. very reasonable prices and that they

a twenty percent down payment on all purchases. go there right away.

Unit

48

6

INTERMEDIATE 2


INTERMEDIATE

2

UNIT

7

P O L I T I C S NEWS a. Do you remember the Listening section? What did you listen to? Mark the correct answer. Use the Explore text on page 80 to help you. 32491

an interview with a political candidate a weekend weather report a news update on local election results a live report from a press conference b. Read the two radio items below. Decide what each one is. Choose from the box. a news update on election results • a commercial for the Liberal Party

32492

a soap opera • a live report from a press conference 1. “The latest election results are in. It is now official. The Conservative Party has lost the election. The announcement was made a few minutes ago.”

2. “We are here in the Liberal Party headquarters. The room is packed with reporters from all the newspapers. The Liberal candidate is now answering a question about the crime law.”

Unit

7 49 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. Who is who? Match the information to the names. Next to each name write the correct numbers. Use the Explore text on page 80 to help you. 32501

TED SCHMIDT NANCY KING ROSA MORALES 01. is the Liberal candidate 02. is the Conservative candidate 03. interviewed Schmidt before the election results were in 04. was defeated in the local elections 05. reported that Schmidt thought he would win 06. had been against the crime laws 07. had promised to propose a new crime law 08. held a press conference after winning the local elections 09. believed Schmidt probably lost because of the crime law 10. had been in favor of the crime law d. In your notebooks, write a short newspaper report about each of the two candidates in the election. Use the sentences from c. 32502

e. Replace the underlined parts with words and expressions from the box. an important topic • even though he had voted • suggested that people think committed • was defeated in

1. He lost the election. 2. The crime law was a key issue in the election. 3. She proposed a new crime law. 4. She wants to investigate politicians suspected of crimes. 5. He thought he would win in spite of his vote against the crime law.

Unit

50

7

INTERMEDIATE 2


32503

BROWN’S CAMPAIGN PROBLEMS a. Do you remember the article “Brown's Campaign Problems” in the Reading section? Answer these questions about it. Use the Explore text on pages 80, 81 to help you. 1. Who is Mr. Brown?

32511

2. What happened in his office yesterday?

3. Why is he so nervous?

b. Fill in the blanks to complete this description of the situation. Use words from the box. arson • campaign • candidate • defeat • elected • fight • improve • murder

32512

resign • suspect • threats • voters

Mr. Brown is the (1) (2)

of the Liberal party in this election. In his election he has said that if he is (3)

crime and (5)

education. After the recent fire, he spoke to (6)

and said that he would not (7) (8)

wanted to (11)

from politics, despite the personal

against him, such as the fire in his office.

Both Mr. Brown and the police (9) (10)

, he will (4)

that the fire was a case of

. Mr. Brown believes that it was more than that. He thinks that someone him and in that way to (12)

the Liberal Party in

the election.

Unit

7 51 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. Read the notes that the reporter took when he went to the scene of the crime. Use these notes to write a short report of the event. Try to use the connectors: because, however. Event: fire

32521

Time: Yesterday - 2 o'clock

Location: office of the Liberal candidate, Mr. Brown Result: no one hurt – out to lunch at the time

Reason: police not sure - Brown worried – someone wants to kill him - election campaign

d. Read this report from a TV news show the following day to find out what happened. Then answer the questions below. 32522

This is Jack Cage with an update on the Brown case. This morning, while they were keeping a close watch on the building in which Liberal candidate James Brown is now working, two policemen noticed a man who was wearing a long gray jacket despite the extremely hot weather. The police became even more suspicious when the man started to look nervously around him. When they stopped him and asked him to open his jacket, they discovered that he was concealing a small bomb. After the bomb squad had safely dealt with the bomb, the man was taken in for questioning. The man, Joe Lynch, admitted that he had set fire to Brown's office the day before. He claimed that he had never wanted to hurt anyone, but had just wanted to stop the Liberals from winning the election. 1. Were the police right that someone had set fire to the office?

Yes / No

2. Was Mr. Brown right that someone was trying to kill him?

Yes / No

3. Was Mr. Brown right that someone was trying to defeat the Liberal party?

Yes / No

e. Fill in a suitable connecting word or phrase in each space. Choose from the words below. Use capital letters when necessary.

32523

because • despite • fortunately • however • in my opinion 1. A reporter interviewed Mr. Brown after Joe Lynch was arrested and asked him what he thought. Mr. Brown answered, "

, he is guilty."

2. Mr. Brown was afraid that someone was trying to kill him. fear, Mr. Brown continued working. 3.

, no one was hurt in the fire. This was Mr. Brown and his staff weren't in the office at the time.

4. The police didn't have any evidence that someone was attempting to murder Mr. Brown. , they still sent policemen to keep a close watch on the building where he was working. Unit

52

7

INTERMEDIATE 2


his

NEW MANAGER a. Do you remember the dialogue “New Manager” in the Speaking section? What were they talking about? Mark the correct answers. Use the Explore text on page 81 to help you. 32531

1.

office politics

2.

somebody being fired

3.

somebody being hired

b. The speakers were not pleased about the situation. Copy two sentences from the dialogue in which they express their displeasure. Use the Explore text on page 81 to help you. 32532

c. Complete these sentences that express displeasure by filling in the missing word in each one. Use the words below. 32533

unhappy • believe • don’t like • pleased 1. I can’t

that the boss has hired someone else instead of me!

2. I'm really 3. I'm not 4. I

about what he did. with the way he did it – why didn’t he discuss it with me first? the idea of hiring outside people.

d. Which of the sentences express displeasure? 1.

I’m surprised that you didn’t get the job.

2.

I was surprised when I got the new job.

3.

I didn’t like the way that the new manager spoke at the meeting.

32534

Unit

7 53 INTERMEDIATE 2


e. Read the dialogue and underline the expressions of displeasure. Then answer the questions that follow. Dave:

Did you hear the news? The boss promoted Johnson to the position of sales manager.

Sergei:

Of course I heard. And I'm not very happy about it.

Dave:

Yeah, I'm sure. Didn’t he promise you that job?

Sergei:

Yes, he did. I'm really surprised that he did something like that.

Dave:

I'm not pleased about it either. You’d be a better manager.

Sergei:

Thanks. But why didn’t the boss didn’t tell me about it first? Why did I have to hear about it from Johnson?

1. Who got the job of sales manager? 2. Who thought he was going to get that job? 3. Who told Sergei about the promotion?

Unit

54

32541

7

INTERMEDIATE 2


REPORTED SPEECH: REVIEW a. What might people say in an election campaign office? Match the speech bubbles to the correct pictures. 32551

THE CAMPAIGN OFFICE They asked me how much food we wanted for the post-election party tonight.

a.

1 Bob warned us that we would lose the election.

The police said he’d been stealing from the campaign funds.

c. b.

d.

2

The boss said I had to give out all these flyers by lunchtime!

I would like to know why you are not working!

e.

3

4

5

Unit

7 55 INTERMEDIATE 2


b. Complete the dialogue by filling in a suitable phrase in each space. Choose from the following. chances are good • his speech was successful • our party is going to win

32561

spoke well about all the key issues • the election campaign is going the public thinks of our candidate's last speech • who will win

Jessie:

I wonder how (1) Do you think (2)

Lucy:

I can’t say (3)

. The campaign manager

thinks our (4)

. He says it depends on what

(5) What did you think of his speech? Do you think (6) Jessie:

I believe he (7)

c. Read what Liberal candidate James Brown said after he won the election. Then write a report of his statements. 32562

1. “A few weeks ago I was not sure I would win the election.” 2. “Somebody tried to murder me by starting a fire in my office.” 3. “I will fight for free education for all children.” 4. “Are you ready for the changes?”

1. Mr. Brown admitted that 2. He claimed that 3. He promised that 4. Then he asked the audience

Unit

56

7

INTERMEDIATE 2


INTERMEDIATE

2

UNIT

8

INSTRUCTIONS WEATHER a. Do you remember the radio program you heard in the Listening section? What is it about? Mark the correct answer. Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you. 1.

where to shop for new furniture

2.

how to decorate your house

3.

how to get your house ready for winter

4.

why you should repaint your house

5.

how to prepare your house for summer

32571

b. Answer the questions about the program. Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you. 1. What is the name of the program?

32572

2. What is the name of the host (the man who invites people to the show)? 3. What is the name of the guest? 4. What other name does the guest have?

Unit

8 57 INTERMEDIATE 2


c. Who does what on the program? Write the name of the person. Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you. 1.

introduces the guest.

2.

gives advice about getting the house ready for winter.

3.

tells about something he forgot to do.

4.

asks listeners to join him next week.

32581

d. What do the listeners get advice about? Mark the correct answers. the furnace

32582

the windows the doors the floors the roof e. Write the sentences or phrases from the Listening section that mean the same as the following sentences. Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you. 32583

1. Hank is going to give us ideas about how to prepare the house for winter.

2. What’s the first thing I need to do?

3. You should have your furnace cleaned and inspected.

4. Without heat in the winter, we would freeze.

5. Make sure that your roof is checked for leaks.

f. Match each sentence with the most suitable continuation. Choose from the sentences below. 1. Have your roof checked for leaks. 2. Rain or snow would damage your ceiling. 3. Join us next week for more helpful hints.

a. We’ll have more advice on how to take care of your house. b. That will make sure there is no water coming through. c. Then you would need to redecorate the house. Unit

58

8

INTERMEDIATE 2


32584

FLIGHT INFORMATION a. Do you remember the text “Flight Information” in the Reading section? Where might you find such a text? Mark the correct answer. 1.

on a train

2.

in a hotel

3.

in a home repair store

4.

on an airplane

32591

b. What is the purpose of this text? Mark the correct answers. 1.

to give information about flight times

2.

to describe the airport

3.

to give directions for getting out of the airport

4.

to explain why you have to declare everything you have bought

5.

to tell people what to do before and after the plane lands

c. Put these instructions into the same order as in the Flight Information Card. Use the Explore text on page 82 to help you.

32592

32593

a. You should have your travel documents ready for inspection if you want to avoid waiting. b. If you don’t see your suitcase at the baggage claim, please wait for it patiently. c. We advise you to stay in your seat until the plane stops moving. d. You must tell the customs inspector about all the things you bought without tax. d. Which words go together? Complete the phrases with words from the box below. items • card • inspection • claim

32594

1. information 2. duty-free 3. baggage 4. customs

Unit

8 59 INTERMEDIATE 2


e. Read these “Travel Tips". Underline sentences that are instructions. Circle sentences that are explanations. 32601

TRAVEL TIPS By Tracey Morrison

If you are planning to travel abroad, read these helpful tips. They will make your trip a lot easier. • Have your travel agent check if you need a visa to enter the countries you want to visit. If you do, apply for them a few months before you plan to leave. • Make sure you have some foreign currency when you enter the country. It’s not always possible to withdraw cash with your credit card, especially when banks are closed. • Always double-check your flight times and hotel bookings a few days before you leave. There may be changes you don’t know about. • When you pack your suitcase, prepare for all kinds of weather. Take clothing that is comfortable and practical. • Take light hand luggage on the plane with you. Remember that YOU have to carry it! • Always keep a list of important phone numbers on you. It’s a good idea to include the phone number of your hotel, car rental service, foreign embassy and travel agent, and any other useful emergency numbers.

Unit

60

8

INTERMEDIATE 2


f. Which of the following sentences offer good advice, according to the article? 1.

You can apply for a visa just before you leave.

2.

It’s useful to arrive in a new country with local money.

3.

Book your hotel when you arrive in the country you are visiting.

4.

Flight times are sometimes changed, so check them.

5.

You are advised not to carry heavy hand luggage.

6.

If you think it will be hot in the country you are traveling to, pack only light summer clothing.

7.

Be prepared for emergencies by keeping a list of important phone numbers with you.

32611

g. Complete the sentences according to the information you are given in the article. 32612

1. If you want to make sure that you get your visa in time for your trip,

2. Pack different kinds of clothing in order to

3. There may be changes in your flight or hotel bookings, so it is a good idea to

Unit

8 61 INTERMEDIATE 2


WOULD YOU MIND a. Do you remember the dialogue in the Speaking Section? Answer the following questions. Use the Explore text on page 83 to help you.

32621

1. How many polite instructions does the woman give? 2. What is the man's reaction to these instructions? He agrees to follow them. / He refuses to follow them. 3. Where is the picture they are talking about? on the wall / on a computer screen b. What is the person expressing in each sentence below? Mark the correct column. Giving a polite instruction

32622

Receiving a polite instruction

1. Would you mind making the picture a little larger? 2. Sure. Is this what you had in mind? 3. Could you put the picture in the middle? 4. Is this what you wanted? 5. No problem.

c. Mary is moving to a new house. Joe, the man from the moving company, is delivering her furniture. Read what they say and answer the questions that follow. 32623

Mary: Would you mind carrying the sofa over to that corner? Joe:

Sure. Is this where you want it?

Mary: Uh, no. Could you move it over to the other side of the room? Joe:

OK. How's this?

Mary: That's great. Would you please put these boxes into the bedroom? Joe:

No problem. Is there anything else you want done?

Mary: No, that's it. Thank you.

Unit

62

8

INTERMEDIATE 2


1. How many instructions does Mary give? 2. Which items does Mary ask Joe to move? 3. Circle the correct form in the following sentences. a. Would you mind carrying the sofa/ to carry the sofa? b. Could you moving it / move it to the other side of the room? c. Would you please putting / put these boxes into the bedroom. d. Imagine that you are cooking a meal. A friend has come over and is helping you. Complete the dialogue by giving your friend polite instructions. Use the verbs in brackets in their correct forms. 32631

You:

(1)

(give) that knife, please?

Your friend: Sure. Is this the one you wanted? You:

Yes, that's it. (2)

(cut) the vegetables,

please? Your friend: OK. Do you want me to cut them into small pieces? You:

Yes. That'll be great. (3)

(get) that big

bowl from the cupboard? Your friend: Is this the one you had in mind? You:

No, not that one. Try the other cupboard.

e. Role-play your dialogue with a partner in class.

Unit

8 63 INTERMEDIATE 2


CAUSATIVES AND PERMISSIVES: ACTIVE AND PASSIVE a. Mark the sentence that is closest in meaning to the first sentence. 32641

1. Dick will check the roof next week. a.

Dick will ask someone to check the roof.

b.

Dick will check the roof himself.

c.

Dick will let someone check the roof.

2. Betty is going to get her furnace repaired. a.

Betty will fix the furnace by herself.

b.

Betty won’t have the furnace repaired.

c.

Betty will arrange for someone else to fix her furnace.

3. After the rain leaked into the house, Susan made the handyman fix the roof again. a.

She insisted that the handyman fix the roof.

b.

She fixed the roof herself.

c.

She hoped the handyman would fix the roof.

4. At the beginning of every winter, Mr. Thompson lets his son fix the furnace. a.

Mr. Thompson fixes his furnace.

b.

Mr. Thompson’s son fixes the furnace.

c.

Mr. Thompson makes his son fix the furnace.

b. Complete these sentences by filling in the correct words. Choose from: made, got, let. 1. David wanted to paint the house by himself, but Rita wanted to help him, so he

32642

her paint one room. 2. I didn’t know how to fix the roof, so I 3. The handyman didn’t do a good job the first time, so I

Unit

64

8

INTERMEDIATE 2


a handyman to do it for me. him do it again.

c. Mom has gone out for the evening and has left a list of instructions about what she wants the family to do by the time she gets home. Write her instructions from this list. 32651

Mom's list: John: 1. cook / dinner

2. change / light bulb

Lucy: wash / dishes

Pete and Lucy: do / homework Pete: clean / room

Mom's Instructions:

Hi everybody,

Please make sure to do these things. See you later. John, please get the (1)

.

I'd also like the (2)

in the

Lucy, I want the (4)

after dinner.

bathroom (3)

.

Pete and Lucy, please get your (5) Pete: I would like your (6)

.

.

Unit

8 65 INTERMEDIATE 2


Unit

66

8

INTERMEDIATE 2


I N T E R M E D I AT E

2

A p p e n d i x

EXPLORE

TEXTS

Appendix

67

INTERMEDIATE 2


UNIT 1

BUYING A CAR Ad Announcer:

It's the end-of-the-year sale, and here at Car City you'll find fantastic bargains! We have brand-new and used cars, economy-sized cars, and luxury models, all at reasonable prices! Don't make the same mistake that Ron Gardner made. He bought a used luxury car somewhere else and isn't satisfied with it. Ron, tell us about it.

Ron:

That's right. My name's Ron, and I just bought a used car about a week ago. If I had come to Car City first, I could've bought the latest model of the same car at the same price! And with extra features, too.

Announcer:

Lara Davids, tell us about the wonderful deal you got at Car City.

Lara:

Hi. I'm Lara! I just bought a brand-new Beamer Coyote. It's so beautiful! It's automatic and has all the latest features! The best part is the price. I paid ten percent as a down payment, and I'm paying the rest off in monthly payments. When I told my sister about it, she said that she had just bought a car here, too, and had gotten a really great deal. Everybody's coming here, so if you don't come now, there won't be any cars left!

Announcer:

You heard it, folks. Car City is the place to buy cars. We guarantee you won't find a better deal anywhere!

Buying a Used Car When buying a used car, the first rule is: Don't go alone! Get a friend to go with you. Also, if you decide to buy a car through a used-car dealer, try to have someone recommend a good dealer. Next, decide what kind of car you have in mind. Consider the different features that you'd like your car to have. For example, do you want an automatic gearshift? Do you want the latest luxury model, or something older? When you have found a car you like, ask the dealer to let you drive it. Before you make up your mind, you ought to have it checked by a mechanic. If he is satisfied with it, you can then start bargaining with the dealer about the method of payment and price.

68 Appendix INTERMEDIATE 2


The Car - Here it is. Only $5,000. - Hmmm. This isn't exactly what I had in mind. - Well, I could lower the price to $4,000. - No,... this just isn't what I need. - I could paint it for you. What color would you like? - No. I'm sorry. This car simply isn't what I wanted.

Conditionals: Real -

If I were president of this company, I would have everyone work only four days a week.

-

If you don't finish this, you won't be working at all!

Appendix

69

INTERMEDIATE 2


UNIT 2

ACCIDENTS

Bad Back Fran: Ben, be careful with that! I don’t want you to hurt yourself. Ben: Don’t worry. I can take care of myself. Fran: You bought it. Good for you! How much did you pay for it? Ben: Seven-fifty. Are we about ready to go? Fran: I think so. But you know you’re not supposed to carry things like that by yourself. You have a bad back. Maybe we can have someone take it to the car for us. Ben: Fran, I can do it. Fran: I wish you would wait until we have somebody that can help you. Ben: Oh! Ouch! Fran: Ben! Ben: I hurt my back! Fran: Oh, no! I told you not to carry it by yourself. Ben: I need to lie down. Anita: What happened? Did he fall? Fran: No. He hurt his back.

Cliff Terror Susan and Ellen had been looking forward to their first hiking trip with the University Outdoors Club. Susan was a little afraid, however, because she had never gone hiking before. “What if I’m too slow? I’ll be left behind, and get lost,” she said. “Don’t worry,” answered Ellen. “If you get tired, I’ll have some other student carry you up the hill.” The next day, the group left the city at 5 a.m. as planned. By the time they reached Canyon Park, the sun had risen. They had been hiking for two hours when Susan said, “You were right. Hiking is fun! If I had known how easy this would be, I wouldn’t have been so afraid.” Suddenly Ellen realized that they had taken a wrong turn. “Where are the other members of the Outdoors Club? I don’t see them anywhere. I think we’re lost.”



“Oh, no! I knew I shouldn’t have come. Who’s going to rescue us? Imagine being here all night!” “Take it easy, Susan. I didn’t get us lost on purpose.” The girls arrived at a cliff, and saw an enormous pool of water. Ellen hesitated and said, “Well, we can either go down by rope, or we can jump. Let’s use the rope. I’m too scared to jump.” “You? Afraid?!” exclaimed Susan. “You were the one who wanted to go on this hike. Let’s jump. It’s too rocky and slippery to climb down.” “Susan,” said Ellen, “I’ve never told you this, but I don’t know how to swim. I just can’t jump into that water.” Susan followed her friend unhappily down the cliff. They had just arrived at the bottom, when suddenly she slipped and fell. “Oh... my foot!” she cried. Ellen rushed to her side. “Here. Let me have a look. It’s not bleeding. It’s only a minor injury.” But that didn’t stop Susan from complaining. “Ellen, if we get rescued and I recover from this, I will never listen to you again!”

Look Out! - Look out for that little girl! - I saw her. - Are you allowed to ride your bike on the sidewalk? - Of course. I do it all the time. - You mustn’t ride so fast! You could hurt someone. - It’s OK. I’m very careful.

Past Perfect: Progressive -

So, Bob, did you finally fix Betty's TV?

-

Don't even ask! I had been working on it for three hours when she called and told me that Peter had already fixed it for her.

Appendix

71

INTERMEDIATE 2


UNIT 3

PROBLEMS

Family Hi, Marcy. This is Lori. Would you do me a favor? I'm really stuck. Could you pick up my dress at the dry cleaners for me? I wanted to wear it to the party tonight. I was supposed to get it this afternoon, but my car is still at the garage. The mechanic said that I needed to have a lot of work done on it because of the accident. I've had new tires put on, they've repaired an oil leak, and the brakes needed to be replaced. Thanks a lot. Bye.

A Foreign Affair “Melanie, are you ready yet?” Neil shouted impatiently. “If you don't hurry, we're going to be late.” Melanie had just finished getting dressed. She had put on her best jewelry. She had even had her hair done. She looked at herself in the mirror and sighed. She had never enjoyed these formal parties in the past and knew tonight would be no different. But her husband had chosen a career in politics, and attending these parties and impressing people was all part of the game. “You look very elegant, dear, but a smile would really make all the difference,” Neil said as he kissed his wife. “I know you dislike these parties, but please try to be polite and not insult anyone tonight.” “Well, if that glamorous blonde hadn't been chasing you around at the last party, I wouldn't have had to accidentally spill my glass of wine down her dress, now would I?” “Oh come on, Mel. She was the wife of the foreign minister. If I'd been rude to her, I could have ruined my career.” “Well, all I know is, she had better not show up again tonight. If I run into her, I can't promise what I'll do or say.” Melanie and Neil arrived at the party. They entered the room and were immediately greeted by several acquaintances. Melanie looked around the room. She could hear two women near her gossiping. “Where did she buy that ugly fur coat?” said one woman. “And do you think that diamond is real?” said the other. “I don't feel like I have anything in common with any of these people,” thought Melanie, as she tried



to hold a conversation with the wealthy businessman, Mr. Wycoff. Just then she heard, “Oh Neil, darling! It's so good to see you again!” It was the wife of the foreign minister. Suddenly Melanie had an idea. She smiled to herself. The party had just begun.

Fried Fish -

Is this what you had in mind, ma’am?

-

Yes, it’s wonderful.

-

And what about you, sir?

-

I'm sorry. This is not what I wanted. The fish is fried, not grilled.

-

I'm terribly sorry. I believe that the cook was unable to grill the fish because the grill is broken.

-

Could you bring me something else, perhaps?

-

Yes, of course. Here's the menu again.

Past Perfect: Simple -

Who was that?

-

The XYZ company – they want their money.

-

Did you tell them that I had already mailed the check?

-

No, I told them the truth – that you hadn't sent it yet.

Appendix

73

INTERMEDIATE 2


UNIT 5

DREAMS AND AMBITIONS

Soap Opera Narrator:

Julie had been disappointed by men in the past. But when Andrew came into her life, she discovered a new challenge and a new dream. She was nervous, and went to her friend Rob for advice. Tonight we hear the next exciting chapter in her story...

Julie:

I'm sorry to be bothersome, Rob. But you're the only one who ever encourages me. I don't want to throw away this new chance at love, but I'm scared.

Rob:

Don't be crazy! Why do you insist on making life so tough for yourself? Let me help you. I know you're used to being deserted by men, but if you want Andrew, I'm sure you can keep him. Even if you're scared, I think you might as well take the chance. You just have to stop blaming yourself for what happened in the past.

Julie:

You're right. At last I realize how stupid I have been. Andrew really is a dream come true. He's all I have ever wished for. He's the cure for my broken heart. And here he is now. I invited him to meet you tonight.

Narrator:

What will Rob think of Andrew? Will Andrew break Julie's heart like all the others? Find out next week, on “Wishful Thinking”.

The Singer Cindy loved to sing, but she had never sung in public because she was too embarrassed. Every year her mother encouraged her to sing in the school concert. Cindy wished she could be in the concert, but she always assumed that she wasn't good enough. “Even if I tried, they wouldn't accept me,” she thought. But her mother insisted, so Cindy finally agreed to try. On the Monday morning of the trials, Cindy was very nervous. She arrived at the auditorium very early, while it was still deserted. Gradually the students began to arrive. “Cindy, I didn't know you could sing,” said her friend Mara. “Well, I thought I might as well try,” said Cindy. “I don't care whether or not I'm accepted.” “Well, I do,” said Mara. “I intend to be in the concert this year. Mrs. Blake said that I had a very good chance of getting the main part.” One by one the students climbed onto the stage to sing for the music teacher. Some of them



sounded terrible. Cindy listened to all of them until it was her turn. “Hello, dear,” said the music teacher. “You may sing anything you like.” Cindy sang. Although she was tiny, her voice was deep and full. She sang loudly and powerfully. She forgot about all the other people in the auditorium. When she had finished, the entire room was quiet. Everyone seemed as if under a spell. “Cindy,” the music teacher said at last, “that was beautiful! You are a singer!”

Assignments -

Do you have that history assignment from last week?

-

Yeah. Is this what you need?

-

No, that's not what I meant. I need the writing assignment.

-

Oh, that one. Here it is. I hate writing assignments.

-

I'm surprised you say that. I thought you wanted to be a writer.

-

I do, but I want to be paid to write!

Conditionals: Unreal -

Dad, if we went to France on vacation for three months, I would really learn French!

-

If we had enough money for that kind of vacation, we could get you a private teacher!

Appendix

75

INTERMEDIATE 2


UNIT 6

MONEY MATTERS Quiz Announcer:

Good evening, listeners. Welcome to “Get Rich Quick”, our weekly quiz show where everyone’s a winner. Our participants tonight are two glamorous women, Cee Cee Rondeau and Susan Philipson. And the prizes tonight are an elegant diamond necklace and a fantastic fur coat. OK... here we go, and our first question today is: What did Marilyn Monroe say about diamonds? Cee Cee?

Cee Cee:

She said that diamonds were a girl’s best friend.

Announcer:

You’re right. Next question: What did Guy Gaylord say when his CD sold 1,000,000 copies? Susan?

Susan:

He said that he had always tried very hard to impress music critics, but now that he was so wealthy, he didn’t have to impress or be polite to anyone.

Announcer:

Yes. He did say that. You are both very good at this. Now, here’s the next question: Who said, “Help yourself, respect yourself”, and when? Susan?

Susan:

Uh, I think Mick Starlight said that people should help themselves and respect themselves. And, um, he had said it before his hit song “The Vision”, became popular. He was an alcoholic at the time and had been trying to stop drinking. It was December 1991, I think.

Announcer:

You’re right, Susan, and you win that fabulous diamond necklace. And that’s all we have time for today, people. Please join us next week for “Get Rich Quick”.

Get Your Money’s Worth When people are considering buying items which they will have for a long time, such as furniture, they want to get their money’s worth. This means that: 1) they want to buy something they can afford, and 2) they want to be satisfied with their purchase. However, people often have a problem when buying furniture. While customers look for reasonable prices, they also look for the best quality products, and these two things don’t always go together. The reason for this is that they don’t always know if something is a bargain or not. Last week, Edith Shaw, a writer for a popular consumer’s magazine, gave advice to buyers in her column, “Customers Come First”. She recommended that people who wanted to buy furniture that



was both affordable and of good quality should go to places that offered bargains all year long. She claimed that stores that offered great sales had most likely raised their prices before putting the items on sale. “People with limited budgets should consider buying at places like Quality Bargains. Buyers can get brand-new inexpensive furniture there. It comes with a ten-year guarantee, and delivery is free. Buyers pay less and get quality, and that’s a bargain. Quality Bargains’ manager, Tim Wright, says that their furniture is luxurious, the deals are excellent, and they accept a twenty percent down payment on all purchases. “If you came to Quality Bargains, your furniture problems would be solved,” says Mr. Wright. Wherever you go, know that there are places where you can get your money’s worth, even if you are short of cash.

The Raise -

I spoke to the boss about a raise today.

-

I’m surprised that you did it before the big meeting.

-

I wanted to see how important I am to the company. She offered me a ten percent raise.

-

Is that what you had in mind?

-

Well, not exactly; what I wanted was twenty percent.

-

Do you intend to accept the offer?

-

I haven’t decided yet.

Reported Speech: Time Aspects -

Today I will meet with the Ambassador of Garland. We will continue the discussions we began last week.

-

Last night, Thomas Hardwick said that he would meet with the Ambassador of Garland. He added that they would continue the discussions they had begun the previous week.

Appendix

77

INTERMEDIATE 2


UNIT 7

POLITICS News We're back, and you're listening to WNWS, your 24-hour news station. And now, here's an update on the election results. Just a few hours ago, Conservative candidate Ted Schmidt was defeated in local elections for the city council. In her live report earlier today, our reporter, Nancy King, pointed out that Schmidt had been involved in the defeat of the new crime law proposed last year and stated that this had probably hurt his chances in the election today. King spoke with Schmidt before the vote was in and reported that Schmidt felt sure that he would win, in spite of his vote on the crime law. The winner, Liberal candidate Rosa Morales, spoke at a press conference just after hearing that she had won. She was quoted as saying that Schmidt's vote on the crime law was a key issue in the election. Before the election, Morales had promised voters that she would propose a new crime law if she were elected. In her speech just a little while ago, Morales stated that she planned to investigate all politicians suspected of committing crimes. You're listening to WNWS. Stay tuned for the weekend weather report, coming up next.

Brown’s Campaign Problems by John Sharp Yesterday at two o'clock, a fire was reported in the office of James Brown, the Liberal candidate for Northwood. Fortunately, Mr. Brown was out to lunch when the fire started. Police believe that they are dealing with a serious crime, and arson is suspected. However, an apparently worried Mr. Brown told reporters that he thought that someone had tried to kill him. He said that someone wanted him out of the election campaign. “If they had murdered me,” he said, “the Liberals would have had to elect a new candidate, and they could have been defeated. Somebody definitely tried to murder me.” Mr. Brown said that personal threats would not make him resign from politics, and he went out to meet voters in the town later in the afternoon. He said that he would continue to campaign to reduce unemployment, and that if elected, he would improve education and fight crime. “In my



opinion, unemployment, education, and crime are the most important issues we have to deal with today. I plan to do something about these issues,” said Mr. Brown. Despite Mr. Brown's suspicions, local police officers said that there was no evidence to suggest attempted murder. However, they have opened an investigation, and are having the whole building searched for clues. At the moment, Mr. Brown is using another office in a building across the street. Police are keeping a close watch on the building.

New Manager -

Did you hear that Walker is hiring a new manager?

-

Is he? I'm surprised that he would do that without discussing it with me first. Do you intend to do something about it?

-

Yes, I do. I intend to speak with him right away.

-

I don't like the idea of his hiring someone new from outside, when there are qualified people right here in this office.

-

Yes. I agree that we don't need anyone new.

Reported Speech: Review -

Terry, John was here and he wanted to know where you were. He said that he was leaving the books on your desk. He also said that he wanted you to call him at home.

-

OK, Bob.

Appendix

79

INTERMEDIATE 2


UNIT 8

INSTRUCTIONS

Weather Dick:

Today's guest on “The Home Repair Show” is Hank “the Handyman” Hanson. Hank is going to give us advice on how to get the house ready for winter. Hank, winter is coming. What's the first thing I'm supposed to do?

Hank:

Well, Dick, first you ought to have your furnace cleaned and inspected, and have any broken parts replaced. The furnace, or heater, is what keeps your house warm and cozy. And in this part of the country, if we didn't have heat in the winter, we'd freeze.

Dick:

That's for sure, Hank.

Hank:

The other important thing to do is to have your roof checked for leaks. If rain or snow were to leak in through the roof, it would damage your ceiling, your walls, and even your furniture. And we all know how expensive it is to have the house redecorated.

Dick:

I know what you mean, Hank. About two years ago, although I'd been planning to have my roof checked for leaks, I forgot. The following year, I noticed watermarks on my ceiling. If I'd repaired the roof right away, I could have avoided the problem.

Hank:

Dick, I always say, “If you take it easy this year, you'll have to replace it next year.”

Dick:

That's good advice, Hank. Thanks for being on the show today. Join us next week, listeners, for more helpful hints on “The Home Repair Show”.

Flight Information We've had this information card printed to help make your flight arrival quick and easy. It would be helpful if you read these instructions before landing. Remain in your seat until the plane stops moving. To avoid delays, have your passport and other necessary documents available for customs inspection upon leaving the plane. All duty-free items must be declared. It is illegal to hide these items. Although we always make an attempt to be efficient, unexpected complications do happen. So, if your suitcase doesn't appear at the baggage claim, be patient and try not to get frustrated.



Would You Mind -

Would you mind making the picture a little larger?

-

Sure. Is this what you had in mind?

-

No. That isn't what I meant. Could you put the picture in the middle, with the words on either side?

-

OK. Is this what you wanted?

-

Yes. That's exactly what I wanted. Thank you.

-

No problem.

Causatives/Permissives: Active - How did you get Jerry to wash the car? - Easy! He knows I'll only let him use it if it's clean. - Good idea! Have him clean his room, too! Causatives/Permissives: Passive - Get your hair cut immediately! - But I had it cut yesterday.

Appendix

81

INTERMEDIATE 2


English Discoveries Workbook Intermediate 2

Recommend Documents