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Upstream UPPER INTERMEDIATE B2+ Teacher’s Book

UPPER INTERMEDIATE B2+
Upstream Upper Intermediate B2+ is a modular secondary-level course UPPER INTERMEDIATE B2+
for learners of the English language at upper-intermediate level. The
series combines active English learning with a variety of lively topics
presented in themed units.

Key Features
ñ theme-based units from a wide variety of authentic sources in five
modules
ñ a variety of cross-cultural topics
ñ systematic development of all four language skills through realistic
challenging tasks which encourage the learner’s personal engagement
ñ lexical exercises practising and activating all essential vocabulary
including collocations, idioms and fixed phrases, prepositions, phrasal
verbs and word formation
ñ a variety of authentic stimulating reading and listening tasks

Bob Obee - Virginia Evans

ñ a wide range of speaking activities
ñ realistic, stimulating dialogues featuring people in everyday situations
ñ grammar sections covering all major grammatical areas plus a Grammar
Reference Section
ñ composition analysis and practice on all types of writing with full
models
ñ exam and study skills tips
ñ Everyday English sections
ñ Culture Clips
ñ Literature pages
ñ Further practice section on Use of English

Components
Student's Book
Teacher's Book
Workbook
Class audio CDs
Student’s audio CDs
Test Booklet
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Bob Obee - Virginia Evans

ISBN 978-1-84325-531-4
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Contents

UNIT 1 Crossing Barriers ................................................................................................................ p. 5

UNIT 2 Moods and Feelings .......................................................................................................... p. 17

Self-Assessment Module 1 ....................................................................................................................... p. 28

UNIT 3 Making a Living ................................................................................................................. p. 29

UNIT 4 Make Yourself at Home .................................................................................................... p. 42

Self-Assessment Module 2 ....................................................................................................................... p. 56

UNIT 5 Modern Living ................................................................................................................... p. 57

UNIT 6 Going Places ...................................................................................................................... p. 68

Self-Assessment Module 3 ....................................................................................................................... p. 79

UNIT 7 History ............................................................................................................................... p. 80

UNIT 8 Learning Lessons ............................................................................................................... p. 92

Self-Assessment Module 4 ....................................................................................................................... p. 104

UNIT 9 Planet Issues ...................................................................................................................... p. 106

UNIT 10 The Cycle of Life ................................................................................................................ p. 116

Self-Assessment Module 5 ....................................................................................................................... p. 128

Further Practice ...................................................................................................................................... p. 130

Checklist ...................................................................................................................................... p. 133

Peer Assessment Checklist ....................................................................................................................... p. 144

Key to Workbook ..................................................................................................................................... p. 145

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b. Go through the list. Ss do the exercise.

Unit 1 – Crossing Barriers
Answer Key
ñ The media 4
Objectives ñ International trade 5
ñ World politics 2
Vocabulary: English in the world; the Internet; means of ñ Tourism 3
communication; aspects of language; speak/say/tell/talk; ñ The Internet 1
touch/hold/contact
Reading: multiple matching (reading for main points); Elicit other factors from Ss, then list their ideas on the
multiple choice (reading for detail) board.
Listening: multiple choice; note-taking (listening for gist,
main points, detail, function, location, roles & relationships, Suggested Answer Key
attitude, intention, feeling, opinion, specific information) Other factors which have encouraged the use of English around
Speaking: making suggestions; responding positively/negatively; the world: Ss wanting to come to an English-speaking country to
comparing and contrasting; making assumptions; expressing study; job prospects in their own country.
preference; saying goodbye
Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; open cloze; 3 a. Go through the list. Allow Ss two minutes to do the
error correction; word formation: forming abstract nouns exercise. Then Ss compare their list to their partner’s.
Grammar: articles and determiners; partitives; countable b. Ask Ss what they find difficult while learning English
and uncountable nouns (e.g. pronunciation, phrasal verbs, grammar, idioms etc).
Phrasal verbs: switch; put; hang; run; get; call; cut (related Write them on the board. Go through the table, then
to communication) get two Ss to read out the example. Ss work in closed
Writing: letters (formal/semi-formal/informal style) pairs. Check round the class then ask some groups to
act out their dialogues.
Suggested Answer Key
Lead-in (p. 7)
A: I’ve got a problem with pronunciation.
Read out the title. Discuss the meaning. First, elicit the B: If I were you, I’d watch films.
general meaning of ‘barrier’. A barrier stops something from A: That’s a good idea.
happening e.g. an object, like a fence or a wall, or a law or a
problem. It could also be a language e.g. ‘a language barrier’ – 4 Tell Ss to look at the two quotations and explain what they
people who don’t speak the same language may not be able to mean. Ss in pairs discuss which one they agree with.
communicate. Encourage Ss to explain why.

1 Ask Ss if they have any experience of the highlighted places Suggested Answer Key
on the map (if they’ve been there, if they know anyone who The first one means that if people all over the world spoke one
lives there etc) and what they know about them. Then ask language, communication would be easier and so the world
them what they think the highlighted regions have in would be more peaceful.
common.
The second one means that every single one of the world’s
Suggested Answer Key languages is very important, so when a language disappears
I think the common element is that in all of the highlighted regions because nobody speaks it any more, something important is lost.
the English language is important: in some places it is a native I agree with the second one, because the first one gives the
language (e.g. Britain, Ireland, North America, Australia and New impression that it would be a good idea if everyone spoke the same
Zealand); in some places it is an official language (e.g. Papua New language.
Guinea, Hong Kong) although different local languages exist too;
in other places it is used widely as the language of administration 5 Ss discuss in closed pairs. Check pairs round the class.
and business (e.g. Singapore, India), and in some places it is simply
an important second language that most people learn (e.g. South Suggested Answer Key
America). Some of the regions include former British colonies (e.g. A: I think that English will be more widely spoken in the future.
many African states, India, Hong Kong, parts of the Caribbean etc) More and more young people still want to learn English, and
and so have been influenced by the English language and culture. many want to go and study in an English-speaking country.
The native cultures and religions in the highlighted areas vary B: That’s true. In many countries, English is still the key to a
widely. English can be seen as a way of crossing the barriers successful career. I think that English will continue to be the
created by different cultures, religions and native languages. language of computers and the Internet.

2 a. Explain the task and let Ss look through the sentences

and guess what the missing words/phrases could be. Play Reading (pp. 8-9)
the recording. Ss do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
1 a. Write ‘the Internet’ on the board. Ask the class the
Answer Key questions. Find out how many Ss look up websites in
1 websites 4 celebrities English, and how many look up websites in their native
2 peace talks 5 products and services language. Write the figures on the board. Ask for
3 holidaymakers comments on the results, e.g. Why do you think so many of
you prefer websites in ...?

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b. Go through the statements and elicit Ss’ guesses. Ss 3 D ‘companies wanting to reach world markets are
scan paragraphs 3 and 4 of the text to check if their beginning to realise that they will have to translate their
guesses were correct. websites for their various customers’
4 C ‘creating a multilingual website is not an easy task’,
c. Ask Ss to look at the title of the article and the headings ‘Companies wishing to translate their sites ... face both
in the box. Explain any unknown vocabulary items. Elicit technical and linguistic problems’, ‘unable to use
Ss’ ideas about the contents of the article. automated translation systems’, ‘this huge challenge’
5 E ‘Customers ... will need to discuss matters in their own
Answer Key
language ... while prices will need to be in the local
1 True 2 True 3 True 4 False currency’, ‘Companies will need to adapt their advertising
materials so as not to offend different cultures’, ‘have to
2 Explain that Ss will have to match the headings to the change their way of doing business to suit certain
paragraphs. Draw Ss’ attention to the strategy box. Remind customers – in Japan, for example ...’
Ss that it is not necessary to understand every word in the 6 G ‘Such vast changes will not happen overnight’,
text to do this exercise. ‘Companies ... need time to translate their sites ...’
Ask Ss to skim the whole text for general meaning. 7 A ‘local companies ... will certainly be at an advantage’,
Emphasise the importance of getting an overall idea of ‘offer more opportunities to smaller businesses’
what the text is about before attempting the paragraph-
heading matching exercise. (Check general comprehension 3 Ask Ss to do the exercise in pairs. Encourage them to try
by asking ‘What change is it about?’ and ‘Is it an easy and guess the meaning of the words from the context.
change to make?’ It is about the change from mainly English Check Ss’ answers.
websites to websites in many different languages. Translating the Suggested Answer Key
sites into different languages will be difficult and a lot of work.)
benefits: advantages
Tell Ss to read the first headed paragraph of the text fields: areas
carefully. Ask Ss to work out why heading B has been proficient: excellent
chosen for this paragraph. (The phrases ‘it might make you accessing: using
think everyone in the world speaks English’ and ‘give you the local currency: money used in each country
impression that it is the world’s most widely spoken language’ and format: arrangement of information
‘If this were true, it would ...’ all fit the idea of ‘false impressions’ in adapt: change slightly
heading B. Also the figures in the following paragraph show that guaranteed: certain
the impression that everyone speaks in English is indeed false.) pace: speed
Tell Ss to read the second headed paragraph carefully and local companies: businesses that operate only in the country
choose a heading for it from the list. If Ss find this difficult, where they are based
draw their attention to all the figures that are mentioned expanding: growing
(‘Yet English is mother tongue for only 5.4% of the world’s
population’, ‘a further 7% ... are proficient’, ‘only around 12% ... can 4 Point out to Ss that these are all pairs of words that were
communicate well in English’, ‘This figure is nowhere near the total used in the text they have read. Ask Ss to find them in the
number of people speaking Chinese’) and point out also how text, then elicit/explain their meanings. Ask Ss to work in
this information contrasts with the impression that pairs to write short sentences using the items.
‘everyone in the world speaks English’ in the previous Answer Key
paragraph (and is therefore surprising). If Ss easily found the mother tongue access the Internet
answer (F) without help, ask them to explain which phrases cultural diversity target market
helped them. Continue in the same way for the next fast pace conduct business
paragraph – ask Ss to read and choose a heading, and then
ask them to justify their choice. If students are unsure, draw Suggested Answer Key
their attention to the phrase ‘people would apparently rather My mother tongue is Polish.
buy things online if they can order in their own language’, Immigrants bring cultural diversity to a country.
pointing out that ‘would rather’ means ‘prefer’ (so H The fast pace of city life is exhausting.
‘Personal preferences’ is the best heading). Repeat the Soon we will be able to access the Internet from our mobile
procedure for the next paragraph. For the last four phones.
paragraphs, ask students to continue by themselves, Teenagers are an important target market for mobile phones.
underlining phrases that link to the headings they choose. Many companies conduct business on the Internet.
Then ask Ss to compare their answers and the phrases they
have underlined in pairs. Finally check Ss’ answers and the 5 Show Ss how to work out the meaning of the first two
underlined phrases as a class. items from the context surrounding the lines given. Remind
Answer Key Ss that working out meaning from context is a very
important reading skill, and will help them read texts more
1 F ‘Yet English is mother tongue for only 5.4% of the world’s successfully. Then ask Ss to work in pairs to work out items
population’, ‘ a further 7% ... are proficient’, ‘only around 3 to 6. Check Ss’ answers.
12% ... can communicate well in English’, ‘This figure is
nowhere near the total number of people speaking Answer Key
Chinese’ 1 b 3 a 5 b
2 H ‘people would apparently rather buy things online if they 2 b 4 a 6 b
can order in their own language’

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6 Ask Ss to look again at the text and underline the reasons. Suggested Answer Key
Then ask Ss to discuss other reasons in pairs. ñ A: I usually make a phone call to book a table at a
Suggested Answer Key restaurant.
B: Me, too.
Reasons in text:
ñ A: I usually talk face to face to introduce somebody to
ñ ‘only around 12% of the world’s population can communicate
somebody else.
well in English’ (lines 21-22)
B: Me, too.
ñ ‘people would apparently rather buy things online if they can
ñ A: I usually write a letter to make an official complaint.
order in their own language’ (lines 31-32)
B: Me, too, but people can also complain by phone or face to
ñ ‘by 2003 only one third of Internet users will be speakers of
face.
English’ (lines 33-34)
ñ A: I usually make a phone call or send an email to ask a
ñ ‘companies wanting to reach world markets are beginning to
favour.
realise that they will have to translate their websites for their
B: Me, too, but people can also write a note or ask a favour
various customers’ (lines 34-37)
face to face.
Other possible reasons: ñ A: I usually make a phone call or send a text message to
ñ avoid domination of one language and culture invite someone to a party.
ñ young children can get information from the Internet if it’s in B: Me, too, but people can also invite someone to a party by
their own language letter.
ñ A: I usually talk face to face to get someone’s attention.
7 Ss discuss the questions in pairs. Ask some pairs to report B: Me, too, but people can also get someone’s attention
back to the class. through a phone call or an email.
ñ A: I usually send a fax or make a phone call to set up a
Suggested Answer Key
meeting.
ñ A: I would really enjoy using a multilingual Internet because B: Me, too, but people can also set up a meeting by letter or
then I could look up websites in English and in my mother email.
tongue. What about you?
B: Well, I think it helps my English to use English websites, but c. Do this as a brainstorming exercise with the whole class.
it would be relaxing and enjoyable to use my own
language as well. Suggested Answer Key
ñ A: I think that if everyone can use their own language on the telegram; video conferencing; graffiti; sign language; gestures;
Internet, there’s a risk that people will become isolated: facial expressions
they will stay in their own language groups and won’t
communicate with people with other languages and d. Ss work in pairs. Ask Ss to discuss which means of
cultures. What do you think? communication (from Ex. 1a) could be described by each
B: I agree. The World-Wide Web won’t be worldwide anymore. adjective.
When there is a common language, like English, everyone
Suggested Answer Key
can communicate with everyone else.
ñ I think writing letters is sometimes complicated because you
have to express yourself carefully.
Language Focus (pp. 10-11) ñ I think making a phone call is costly because you have to pay
per minute.
1 a. Explain to Ss what a collocation is and how important it ñ I think making a phone call is reliable because telephones
is: when two or more words go together naturally rarely break down.
without a necessarily logical reason. Verbs can collocate ñ I think sending a text message is economical because each
with nouns, e.g. ‘do business’, adjectives can collocate message costs much less than a phone call.
with nouns, e.g. ‘heavy traffic’, adverbs can collocate with ñ I think writing a note is unreliable because the note might get
verbs and/or adjectives, e.g. ‘seriously injured’, etc. Tell Ss lost.
that they are going to think about collocations ñ I think talking face to face is personal because you can see the
connected with different ways of communication. Ss do person you are talking to.
the exercise in pairs. Check Ss’ answers. ñ I think sending an email is efficient because it arrives much
Answer Key faster than a letter.
ñ I think writing a letter or sending a fax is impersonal because
ñ letters: write letters; receive letters; send letters; answer letters;
you cannot see the person.
address letters
ñ I think writing a letter or sending an email can be inefficient
ñ phone call: answer a phone call; receive a phone call (Also
because the person might not check their mail straight away.
make a phone call)
ñ I think writing a letter or sending a fax is formal because we
ñ fax: send a fax; receive a fax; answer a fax
usually write in full sentences and include addresses.
ñ text message: send a text message; receive a text message;
ñ I think writing a note or sending an email is informal because
write a text message; answer a text message
we usually write in note form.
ñ note: write a note; send a note; receive a note; answer a note
ñ I think talking face to face with someone is easy because we
ñ face to face: communicate face to face; talk face to face
can usually communicate quickly.
ñ email: write an email; send an email; receive an email; answer
an email
2 a. Explain the meaning of the verbs. Then, Ss work in
pairs, and match the pictures to the verbs.
b. Choose two Ss to read the example aloud. Then Ss do
the exercise in pairs.

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Answer Key 5 Write say, tell, talk and speak on the board. Point out that
1 E 3 G 5 C 7 F collocations can often help them decide which word to use.
2 B 4 D 6 A Elicit collocations Ss know with these verbs and write them
on the board under the right verb, e.g. to tell the time, to say
b. Explain that as Ss cannot be sure exactly what each you’re sorry, etc. Tell Ss that it is important to record whole
situation is, they need to use the language in the box to collocations in their vocabulary notes, not just individual
show that they are guessing. Ss do the exercise in pairs. words. Ss do the exercise in pairs.

Suggested Answer Key Answer Key

A Judging from their happy faces, the people might be clapping 1 to tell the difference 4 talks non-stop
their hands because they are enjoying a performance. 2 speak your mind 5 telling people what to do
B She could be weeping because she’s had bad marks at school. 3 don’t say a word 6 talk business
C She must be yawning because she’s tired. Sentence 4 matches the picture. (‘A chatterbox’)
D He may be giggling because she’s told him a joke.
E She must be yelling because she’s very upset about something. 6 Elicit the meaning of ‘idioms’ and ‘fixed phrases’: groups of
F I can’t be certain, but it looks as if he’s blowing a toy whistle. words without a necessarily transparent meaning. Ss may know
G He must be whispering a secret in her ear. the meaning of individual words, but not the overall
meaning when they are put together in a particular way. For
3 a. Explain to Ss that this exercise also deals with example, to burn the candle at both ends. Ask Ss for other
collocations, this time connected with the topic of examples. Ss do the exercise in pairs. Check Ss’ answers.
language. Ss do the exercise in pairs. Elicit/Explain the
meaning of each collocation when checking answers. Answer Key
2 get hold of 5 hold the line
Answer Key
3 lose touch with 6 come into contact with
1 body 3 native 5 language 7 talk 4 lost contact with
2 first 4 accent 6 tongue 8 speech
As an extension, remind Ss of other useful fixed phrases
b. Ss do the exercise in pairs. Check Ss’ answers. using these words, e.g. get in touch with, keep in touch.
(Ss’ own answers) Alternatively, ask Ss to choose an idiom and draw a picture
based on that. Ss show their pictures to the class. The class
4 Explain to Ss that they are going to think about gestures must understand the idiom.
and what they mean. Ask Ss to define what gestures are
and why people make gestures: a gesture is a movement of 7 a. Ss should work in pairs. Tell them to do as many as they
part of the body, usually involving hands and arms; people make can on their own, then to check a dictionary for the
gestures to express emotion, convey information, etc. A gesture is rest. Ss should memorise these phrases.
non-verbal, though it sometimes accompanies words. Ask Ss to Answer Key
give examples of gestures from their country.
3 at 7 to 11 at 14 with
4 with 8 at/ to 12 with 15 with
a. Ss do the exercise in pairs.
5 at 9 to 13 with
Answer Key 6 at 10 to
2 e 3 b 4 c 5 f 6 d
b. Ss can either continue with this story or invent one
b. Elicit answers from different students. themselves, using all the verbs and prepositions in
Ex. 7a.
Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
impatient: 1 disappointed: 3 calm: 5
pleased: 2 uncertain: 4, 6 S3: I chatted to her for a few minutes.
S4: Then I saw someone waving at me from across the road.
Suggested Answer Key (Ss can use language from Ex. 2b) S5: I smiled at him but couldn’t think who he was.
The people in picture 2 seem to be pleased because they are happy S6: He came over and shook hands with me. etc
to meet each other.
The man in picture 3 seems to be disappointed because he may 8 Remind Ss of the importance of phrasal verbs. Advise them
have received some bad news. to learn them in context rather than lists. Ask Ss whether
The man in picture 4 seems to be uncertain because he is thinking they are more likely to find phrasal verbs (multi-word verbs)
about a problem/situation. in speech or writing (in speech). Tell Ss that there is usually a
The man in picture 5 seems to be calm because he is reassuring his formal single verb equivalent. Give an example: Put up with =
employee/colleague. tolerate. Ask Ss to give examples of phrasal verbs they
The man in picture 6 seems to be uncertain because he doesn’t already know using the verbs given. Write them on the
know the answer to a question. board.
Ss do the exercise individually. Check Ss’ answers and the
As an extension, Ss in pairs try to think of other
meaning of each phrasal verb.
situations where the sentences a to f can be used.

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Answer Key b. Ss listen to each speaker/conversation twice. Stop the

1 switched 3 hanging 5 cut 7 call recording after the second playing of each one to check
2 put 4 ran 6 get 8 hung the answer. Also elicit evidence for the answers by
asking Ss to recall what they heard that helped them to
For further practice, Ss (in pairs or for homework) make up choose the right answer. If necessary play each section
a dialogue using as many of the phrasal verbs from this again to check the evidence, or ask Ss to look at the
exercise as possible. tapescript at the back of their books.

Answer Key
Listening & Speaking (pp. 12-13) 1 C 3 A 5 B 7 C
2 A 4 A 6 C 8 B
1 a. Tell Ss they are going to listen to eight people talking.
Draw their attention to the strategy box. Remind them Evidence for answers:
how important it is to read the questions carefully. 1 Braille literacy; ... no blind person should be limited in choosing
Emphasise how much information they can get from what she would like to read; ... access to whatever Braille
the questions. Ss then do the exercise in pairs. publication they need
2 about the phones; ... we’ve had this problem; ... I can see to that
Suggested Answer Key 3 If you need help with setting up your Anderson Online Internet
1 Key words to be underlined: talking about the organisation connection, please press 1
she works for; What service ...?; the blind 4 I’ve taken the Fiat to the garage and it should be okay to pick it
ñ one person up tomorrow, so could you?
ñ fairly formal language and vocabulary about the blind 5 hesitation and repetition throughout
ñ she will talk about a service for the blind 6 The new Wesley model; ... at the touch of just one button, you
are instantly connected to another mobile; ... and you can
2 Key words to be underlined: conversation in an office; Why
leave a short voice message
has the man gone there?
7 And how much would that be?; Probably about a hundred
ñ two or more people
quid; Forget it.
ñ fairly informal language
8 The aerial about to be installed has been inspected and
ñ the reason why the man has gone to the office
approved by scientists; copies of the certificate of safety are
3 Key words to be underlined: get connected to the Internet available; ... the aerial has been manufactured in compliance
call a helpline; What do you have to do? with the guidelines issued by the government
ñ one or two people
ñ fairly formal language 2 a. Tell Ss that they are going to hear a report about public
ñ instructions about the Internet phone boxes in the UK, and about how people are
using them less.
4 Key words to be underlined: leaving a message; answerphone;
What does he want the person to do tomorrow? 1 Ask the whole class these questions.
ñ one person
2,3 Deal with questions 2 and 3 together as a class.
ñ fairly informal
Draw Ss’ attention to the strategy box. Go
ñ a request about tomorrow
through the incomplete sentences in Ex. 2b,
5 Key words to be underlined: radio interview; How does the explaining unknown vocabulary items, helping Ss
man ... feel? to paraphrase the sentences (e.g. 1 BT profits from
ñ probably two people public phones have fallen) and eliciting what type of
ñ fairly informal information is missing.
ñ questions and answers, the man will express feelings
Suggested Answer Key
6 Key words to be underlined: news programme; What is the 1 adverb – describing how much the money has decreased, e.g.
report about?; new dramatically, a lot, etc, or a period of time, e.g. in the last 5
ñ probably one person years
ñ fairly formal 2 A period of time, e.g. 6 months, 2 years, etc. (number)
ñ something new about means of communication, perhaps 3 noun – maybe some word like ‘box’?
mobile phones 4 number – either a year or a place
7 Key words to be underlined: couple talking in a cafe; How 5 adjective – possibly describing the colour of kiosks
does the man feel about what the woman is showing him? 6 noun – society? way of life?
ñ two people 7 noun – name of colour
ñ informal 8 past participle – increased? doubled?
ñ the woman will talk about something she shows the man, 9 number or adjective – public? new?
he will express an opinion about it 10 number – an amount of money
8 Key words to be underlined: talking to a group of people; the
b. Play the recording twice, while Ss listen and write their
man’s purpose?; a product
answers. Check Ss’ answers as a class, if necessary
ñ probably one
replaying relevant sections of the recording until Ss find
ñ fairly formal
the correct answers.
ñ the man will say something about a product, and will try
to affect the group’s opinion

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Answer Key
Oral performance at FCE level is assessed according
1 by half/since 1999 6 culture
to four different criteria.
2 8 years 7 silver
3 1884 8 doubled
1 Grammar and Vocabulary
4 call office 9 a thousand/ 1,000
ñ The ability to use a variety of different
5 wooden 10 more than í2,000
grammatical structures and to produce them
correctly.
As an extension, direct Ss to the tapescript on p. 240.
ñ The ability to use a variety of vocabulary
Ask Ss to work in pairs to underline the parts of the
appropriately.
script that are paraphrased by the sentences they have
completed in the exercise, and see how the information 2 Discourse Management
is worded differently. ñ The ability to connect ideas using linking words.
ñ The ability to organise ideas and produce a
c. Ss discuss the question in pairs for a few minutes. Then contribution of suitable length.
get feedback from the class.
3 Pronunciation
The ability to pronounce individual sounds clearly
3 Explain to Ss that in this task they will be in pairs. First one
and to use stress and intonation patterns to
student will have to speak for about a minute about two
highlight meaning.
pictures. The student will be asked to compare and contrast
the pictures, and say something else (the question will vary 4 Interactive Communication
according to the pictures). Then the other student will have ñ The ability to speak fluently without frequent
to give a brief answer to another question about the same pauses to search for words.
pictures. After that, roles are reversed with another set of ñ The ability to communicate ideas and take
two pictures. part in a discussion with a partner.

a. Ask Ss to look at the two pictures and elicit what they Ask Ss to assess their classmates’ performance according to
show. Read out the rubric and check that Ss understand these criteria, but try not to discourage them. Point out
the meaning of ‘compare and contrast’ (they should try that their performance will improve greatly with the oral
to talk about similarities and differences between the practice they will do during the course. For more formal
pictures, not simply describe them). Present the useful peer assessment, photocopy the Peer Assessment Checklist
language on comparing and contrasting, and elicit at the back of the Teacher’s Book.
several example sentences about the two pictures using
the language given. Give Ss vocabulary as needed. Then 5 Explain to Ss that this exercise involves brief exchanges
direct Ss’ attention to the second part of the question, made by people when they are saying goodbye to each
and elicit possible answers from several students. Insist other. Draw their attention to the example, and ask them
that Ss give reasons for their choice. Then ask one or what they think the situation is: Two friends are talking (face to
two students to try and speak for 1 minute on the face or on the phone) and one is wishing the other something
question in 3a. The rest of the class keep time and listen. positive for the future. Ask them to do the exercise in pairs.
Suggested Answer Key They should try to imagine the situation, and then complete
the exchange.
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 13 in the S’s Book.
Suggested Answer Key
b. Read out the question and present the useful language. b A: Have a good weekend!
Elicit brief answers from a few students, insisting that they B: You too.
use one of the structures from the useful language box. c A: Let’s meet for coffee sometime.
Suggested Answer Key B: Sure, call me whenever.
d A: I’m heading off to the meeting now.
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 13 in the S’s Book.
B: See you there.
c. & d. Ask Ss to look at the two pictures. Elicit the situation
in each one, giving vocabulary input if necessary.
Reading: Culture Clip (pp. 14-15)
Read out the rubrics and put Ss in pairs to do Exs 3c
and 3d (one should be Student A, the other Student 1 Write ‘THEATRE’ on the board and ask Ss if they ever go,
B). Remind them that Student B should try and and what is enjoyable about the theatre. Use this discussion
speak for 1 minute, without interruption from to check that Ss know basic vocabulary to do with the
Student A (who can keep time), and then Student A theatre that will be used in the text (NB ‘to act’, ‘actor’,
should answer question d briefly. ‘audience’, ‘the stage’, ‘a play’, ‘a performance’, ‘a musical’,
‘lines’ and ‘producer’).
Suggested Answer Key
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 13 in the S’s Book. Alternatively, ask Ss, in pairs, to work out mindmaps with
‘THEATRE’.
4 Explain that Ss will hear a model interview based on the
tasks in 3a-d. Ask Ss to listen and think about what is good
about the students’ performance. Use class feedback to
explain the assessment criteria. (The model candidates
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spotlights stage directions right answer (C) and check exactly where the information is
in the text (lines 2-5 ‘the Americans with Disabilities Act, which
stage technician requires that theatres become accessible to deaf people’). Also
help Ss to understand why the other answers are wrong (A:
actor/actress not stated that deaf people were avoiding the theatre; B: theatres
curtain
THEATRE were obliged by the law to become more accessible; D: not the
audience reason why theatre interpreters are common).

tickets Repeat this procedure for the next question or two, then ask
director
Ss to continue on their own for the remaining questions. Ss
performance rehearsal check their answers in pairs before class feedback. For each
question focus particularly on the evidence in the text.
Answer Key
This will help Ss revise vocabulary related to theatre. 1 C lines 2-5 ‘the Americans with Disabilities Act, which
requires that theatres become accessible to deaf people’
a. Ask Ss to look at the poster. Elicit what is advertised (a 2 D lines 17-20 ‘tickets are also sold to hearing people who are
performance for the deaf) and if Ss have attended one. Ask interested in seeing theatre interpreters at work’
Ss why deaf people might not normally go to the 3 A lines 26-30 ‘The workload is immense ... we have to learn
theatre, and how a performance specially for the deaf the whole play in as much time’
might be different. 4 B lines 42-50 ‘ ‘placed’, where interpreters ... do not move;
‘zoned’ where interpreters ... move only during a change of
b. Elicit answers from the whole class. If necessary, explain scene or act; ‘shadowed’, where interpreters move freely ...’
‘sign language’ and ‘interpreters’. 5 A lines 59-61 ‘The ‘zoned’ style of interpreting is a happy
Suggested Answer Key medium between the ‘placed’ and the ‘shadowed’ styles’
6 B lines 70-73 ‘placing the interpreters directly within the
The text will be about the work of sign language interpreters, who
action ... The interpreters are ‘blocked’ into each scene,
probably help deaf people understand and enjoy the theatre by
and literally shadow the actors’
using sign language (Sign language is movements of your hands
7 A lines 86-88 ‘producers nowadays think of interpreters for
and arms used to communicate. The deaf have got their own
the deaf as a new avenue to creativity’
‘official’ sign language to communicate.)
3 Remind Ss of the importance of recording new vocabulary
c. Write some of Ss’ suggested questions on the board,
in context. Ss reread the text to look at the items in context
then ask Ss to scan the text to see if their questions are
and match them to the meanings.
answered there. Check Ss’ answers and help Ss with
vocabulary if necessary. Then elicit further basic Answer Key
information from the text that has not been covered by audience: people who watch a performance
Ss’ questions. (e.g. where the interpreters are during rehearse: practise and prepare for a performance
the performance in relation to the actors – the three placed: fixed in one position
styles: ‘placed’, where they are away from the actors zoned: limited to certain areas
and don’t move, ‘zoned’, where they are on stage and shadowed: following the actors
move a bit, and ‘shadowed’, where they follow the stage right: right side of a stage for an actor facing the audience
actors around. Make sure Ss understand the word stage left: left side of a stage
‘shadow’.) floor of the house: the area of the theatre where the seats are
Suggested Answer Key scene: a smaller section of a play
act: a larger section of a play
ñ Do theatre interpreters have a lot of work? (not many
performances, but a lot of work for each one, especially
As an extension, help Ss with other useful vocabulary items
musicals)
from the text.
ñ Do they need special training or qualifications? (not stated,
e.g. line 21 ‘a colossal project’ (a very big task)
but probably, as they are professionals)
line 26 ‘entire’ (whole)
ñ What do they actually do during the performance? (they stand
line 27 ‘immense’ (very big)
somewhere where the audience can see them and use sign
line 55 ‘interact’ (communicate)
language to show what is being said)
line 66 ‘patron’ (member of the audience)
line 75 ‘in close proximity’ (very near)
2 Ask Ss to read the rubric and check they understand the
task. Go through the strategy box with the Ss. Demonstrate
4 Help Ss to work out the meaning of the phrases.
the strategy by going through the first two or three
questions with the class: e.g. for question 1, ask Ss to read Answer Key
the question stem, underline the key words (theatre 1 a big profit
interpreters; become commonplace; because), then find the 2 in the area where the actors perform the play
relevant part of the text (paragraph 1) and read carefully. Ss 3 in his mind sees the actor and the interpreter together as one
look at the choices and underline the key words (A: avoiding person
B: wanted to become more accessible C: a new law ... compulsory
D: attract audiences). Point out, however, that Ss must pay 5 a. Ask Ss to underline Ian Cox’s words and then, in pairs,
attention to the whole meaning of the phrase, not just what to discuss the questions that the reporter asked him.
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Suggested Answer Key 3 Elicit from/Remind Ss of the relationship between the too
Lines 24-35: How long does it take you to prepare for one play? Is it and enough structures. Write a couple of examples on the
a lot of work? How does it compare with what an actor has to do board: e.g. It’s too warm for snow. = It isn’t cold enough for snow.
for the same play? Is it different for musicals? It’s too dark to see what’s happening. = It isn’t light enough to see
Lines 83-88: What is theatre, for you? And what is interpreted what’s happening. Ss work in pairs.
theatre? How do producers see interpreters for the deaf? Suggested Answer Key
Other possible questions: Do you feel as if you are an actor? Which
2 they’re too heavy./I’m not strong enough.
style of interpreter placement do you prefer? Why? Do you think
3 I’m too poor./I’m not rich enough.
interpreted theatre will become more common in the future?
4 She’s too nervous./She’s not brainy enough.
Optional activity: In pairs, Ss can role play the interview
As an extension, ask Ss to complete the following sentences
between the reporter and Ian Cox.
using too or enough.
e.g. T: I can’t see in here.
b. Ss work in pairs. Ask some pairs to report back to the
S1: It’s too dark.
class.
S2: There isn’t enough light.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested sentences:
TV news, conferences and meetings, interviews, etc I don’t feel like going out.
I missed the appointment.
I can’t drive a car.
English in Use (pp. 16-17) Close the window, please.
1 Elicit from/Remind Ss of some of the basic rules for articles:
ñ When talking about people/things in general: no article. 4 a. Remind Ss that the partitives can often be used with
ñ We use ‘the’ when it’s the only one, e.g. the moon. more than one noun, and that there is often an element
ñ We use ‘the’ to refer to something/someone previously of collocation involved. Ss do the exercise in pairs.
mentioned. Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference section Answer Key
for more detail.
a piece of advice a jar of honey
Allow Ss two minutes to do the exercise individually, then a sum of money a drop of rain
compare their answers with their partner. Check Ss’ a tablespoon of salt a ray of sunshine
answers round the class. a clap of thunder
Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
1 –, a, the, the, – 3 a, the, the 5 a, –, the, the, the I found a sum of money on the ground and I handed it in to the
2 the, the 4 –, –, –, –, – police station.
Mix a tablespoon of honey with your yoghurt: it’s delicious!
2 a. Elicit from/Remind Ss of the two main functions of In the middle of the storm, there was a huge clap of thunder which
determiners: to identify things (a, the) and to say how made everybody jump.
much or how many we are talking about (some, most). My friends brought me back a jar of honey from Greece.
Tell Ss that in this exercise they have to decide which Suddenly, a large drop of rain fell on my nose.
determiner goes with each class of noun. Refer Ss to the I can see a ray of sunshine coming through the dark clouds.
Grammar Reference section for more detail. Ss work in
pairs. b. Explain to Ss that they are going to look at nouns
whose plural form has a different meaning or use from
Answer Key
the singular. Show Ss the example. Ss use their
Singular Nouns: every, a/an, each, either, any, neither, another dictionaries and work in pairs to do the exercise.
Plural Nouns: a few, many, any, both, fewer, enough, other, several,
all, some Suggested Answer Key
Uncountable Nouns: less, any, enough, other, much, little, a little, 2 ‘Work’ is a task that you have to do; ‘works’ means ‘factory’.
all, some ñ I have a lot of work to do if I want to pass this exam.
ñ The men are on strike at the steel works.
b. Tell Ss that they should choose from the determiners in 3 ‘Damage’ is harm that is done to an object or a situation; if one
the list to replace the determiners used in the sentences. person has harmed the property or reputation of another
The meaning must be exactly the same. Ss work in pairs. person, a court can order ‘damages’ (= money) to be paid by
Check Ss’ answers round the class. the first person to the second person.
ñ The severe storm caused a lot of damage to the house.
Suggested Answer Key
ñ She was awarded í5,000 in damages.
2 Neither of the girls seems happy. 4 ‘People’ is the plural of ‘person’; ‘peoples’ is the plural of the
3 Fewer students came this time. singular noun ‘a people’, which means the men, women and
4 Several/Many people called earlier. children of a particular country.
5 I’ll need a little time to check my messages. ñ There were a lot of people at the market this morning.
6 Every room has a phone. ñ She wrote a book about the native peoples of South
7 Another person asked for you after you left. America.
5 ‘Wood’ is the substance (from trees) that you can make things
out of; ‘woods’ means a place in the countryside that is full of
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ñ Their garden table and chairs are made entirely from Then tell Ss to read the first two lines more carefully. Check
wood. they understand the examples and elicit an answer for
ñ If the weather improves, let’s go for a walk in the woods. line 1. Ss do the task individually, then check their answers
6 ‘Content’ is what is contained in something seen as a whole; in pairs. Check Ss’ answers again with the whole class.
‘contents’ are what is contained in something seen as
Answer Key
individual items.
ñ Students were not happy with the course content. 1 the 5 ✓ 9 past 13 ✓
ñ He’s leaving the country, so he’s selling the contents of his 2 being 6 ✓ 10 that 14 for
house. 3 an 7 as 11 ✓ 15 ✓
4 one 8 ✓ 12 him
5 Ss do the exercise in pairs. Tell them they can refer to a
dictionary, but only if really necessary.
Writing: Letters (pp. 18-22)
Answer Key
Ask Ss if they ever write letters, who to, why, whether they like
2 offence 5 allowance 8 preference
writing letters, whether they find it easy etc.
3 formation 6 inspection 9 interpretation
4 defence 7 resistance 10 information Refer Ss to the guidelines on letter writing. Explain any unclear
points.
As an extension Ss think of other abstract nouns with the
same endings. 1 Go through the rubric with Ss. Elicit the key information to
underline and the answer to the questions.
6 Explain to Ss that this section of the Use of English paper
Suggested Answer Key
tests their knowledge of different structures and that
correct spelling is required. The rewritten sentences must Key information to be underlined: Letter you have received from a
have exactly the same meaning, and the key word must not penfriend; need to speak English better; haven’t got time; extra
be changed. Go through the strategy box. Do item one lessons; regular study sessions; what else can I do; improve my
with the class on the board. Ss do the rest of the exercise English; what you suggest; letter
individually. Check Ss’ answers. 1 a letter of advice
Answer Key 2 a penfriend
3 informal
1 ... want anyone to answer ...
4 to suggest ways he or she can improve his or her English
2 ... didn’t remember anything ...
5 Points to be ticked:
3 ... nobody I knew ...
ñ read books and magazines in English
4 ... how much it cost ...
ñ write letters/emails in English
5 ... there was anything else ...
ñ watch films in English without subtitles
Point out to Ss that the other suggestions are not
7 Explain to Ss that this section of the Use of English paper
practical for reasons of time or money.
also tests their knowledge of structures. Draw their
6 (Ss’ own answers)
attention to the strategy box. Ask Ss to look at the title and
Suggested prompts: listen to music with English lyrics,
read through the text quickly without paying attention to
subscribe to an English-language newspaper, listen to English
the gaps to get an idea of what it is about. Then ask a few
radio/watch English programmes on TV.
questions to check general comprehension. (e.g. What is it
7 Each point could be put into a separate main body paragraph.
about? Are text messages becoming more or less popular?
Ss should be encouraged to write two or three main
How fast are they? Who uses them? Why is it successful?)
body paragraphs.
Ss do the task individually, then check their answers in pairs.
8 I could end by wishing my penfriend luck, with an expression
Remind them that capital letters are not important, but that
that I hope my advice works.
they should spell correctly.
Answer Key Refer Ss to the information about Informal style.
1 was 5 in 9 which 13 by
2 can 6 every 10 for 14 but 2 a. Explain that of the two letters on p. 19, one is good and
3 than 7 that 11 their 15 any one is bad. Give Ss a few minutes to read through the
4 the 8 of/ in 12 with letters and decide which one is best and what is wrong
with the other one.
8 Explain to Ss that this section is an error correction task. Answer Key
Most of the lines in this text contain errors. Draw Ss’
Model B is more suitable because
attention to the strategy box and the kind of words that
ñ the paragraphs are better organised.
might be used incorrectly. Ask Ss to look at the title of the
ñ the letter closely follows the instructions in the rubric.
text and check their understanding. Ask them to read
ñ the style is perfectly suited to the target reader (informal
through the text quickly once, without looking for errors, to
throughout).
see what it is about. Check comprehension by asking a few
questions. (e.g. Why did the lawyer decide to get a Model A, on the other hand, has a lot of problems, such as:
computer? What sort of computer did he get? What ñ poorly structured paragraphs (each paragraph in the main
problem did he have at first? How did he change?) body ‘jumps’ from one subject to another).
ñ the letter is not always relevant (suggestions are made but the
writer wanders off the point).
ñ the style is not consistent throughout (e.g. "Hi, ... in which ...").
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b. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Answer Key

Suggested Answer Key 1 D 2 C 3 B 4 A
1 Irrelevant information includes: references to extra lessons (it
c. Ss work in pairs to practise using the language of advice
has been made clear in the rubric that this is not possible or
from the theory box for the problems.
practical); mention of the writer’s French teacher.
2 The style is mixed – sometimes suitable and sometimes too Suggested Answer Key
formal (e.g. "your letter in which ...", "a range of options", 2 Have you thought about getting a part-time job? Then you’ll
"Furthermore", "I recommend that you accept ..."). always have money of your own and it will give you a bit of
3 Each main body paragraph should contain one or two independence from your parents.
suggestions. In this letter, the subject of music is needlessly 3 You should speak to your teachers. That way, at least they’ll
spread across the two main body paragraphs. know about the situation and they’ll respect you for trying to
4 The target reader will not be very well informed and will find a solution.
probably be disappointed because the letter doesn’t give very 4 I think the best thing you could do would be to invite her out
useful advice. for a coffee. If you do this, she’ll see that you want to make an
5 Corrected mistakes: effort to sort out your differences.
ñ I’m good but ➝ I’m well but
ñ I write ➝ I am writing 4 a. Remind Ss that the way a letter begins and ends is also
ñ I like to say ➝ I’d like to say very important. Go through the various ways of beginning
ñ that it helped a lot ➝ that helped a lot (opening remarks) and ending (closing remarks) informal
ñ listen to the English music ➝ listen to English music letters. Then, Ss do the exercise.
ñ spend hours to listen ➝ spend hours listening
ñ if I was you ➝ if I were you Answer Key
ñ these advices ➝ this advice 1 g 3 h 5 d 7 c
2 e 4 b 6 f 8 a
c. Ss work in pairs and answer the questions.
b. Ss write alternatives in pairs.
Suggested Answer Key
1 informal style Suggested Answer Key
ñ short forms: it’s, don’t, you’ll, etc Alternative opening remarks:
ñ colloquial language: it’s great, practice makes perfect, etc Dear Dan,
ñ phrasal verbs: brush up, pick things up, give up, how you Good to hear from you. Sorry I didn’t reply straight away but I
get on, etc was away on a school trip. I’m writing with one or two suggestions
2 The paragraphs are clear: on how to improve your English.
Para 1: introduction
Alternative closing remarks:
Para 2: 1st suggestion (read more) and expected result
Well I hope this helps. Give my regards to your mum and dad
Para 3: 2nd suggestion (watch films without subtitles) and
and write back soon.
expected result
Love,
Para 4: 3rd suggestion and expected result (get English-
Pam
speaking penfriends)
Para 5: conclusion
Refer Ss to the information about semi-formal style.
3 Topic sentences to be underlined (with suggested alternatives):
ñ First of all, it would be a good idea to start reading more in
5 a. Allow the class a minute or two to decide on the style
English. (To begin with, one suggestion is to read more in
of each extract. Check Ss’ answers, then Ss work in
English.)
pairs to fill the gaps.
ñ Another suggestion is to watch films on DVD without the
subtitles. (Have you thought about watching English films Answer Key
with no subtitles?) Extract A is informal (short forms, simple vocabulary)
ñ The best advice I can give you, though, is to get more Extract B is semi-formal (more polite, neutral style)
English-speaking penfriends and email friends. (Why don’t
you try getting an English penfriend and writing to him in 1 really cool 4 an excellent opportunity
English?) 2 drop me a line 5 contact me for further details
3 promise me 6 hope to see you
3 a. Go through the language for giving advice. Give Ss a
minute or two to highlight the advice phrases in model B. b. Elicit answers from the class.

As an extension, Ss can replace these phrases with other Answer Key

appropriate ones from the table. Extract A is to a close friend
Extract B is to a former colleague
Answer Key
it would be a good idea to ... c. Explain that Ss should decide which phrases fit in with
Another suggestion is to ... That way ... the semi-formal style of extract B. Do the first two items
The best advice I can give you ... is to ... with the class, then Ss work in pairs to complete the
exercise.
b. Direct Ss to the problems. Elicit which advice is
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Answer Key 7 thanking someone

1 inappropriate – too informal Informal: Thanks a million for being a shoulder to cry on.
2 appropriate – polite and respectful Semi-formal: Thank you very much for being there when I
3 inappropriate – too informal needed you.
4 appropriate – polite and respectful 8 apologising
5 inappropriate – too informal Informal: I’m really sorry that I kept you waiting so long at the
6 appropriate – polite and respectful cinema that night.
7 appropriate – polite and respectful Semi-formal: Please accept my apologies for having kept you
8 inappropriate – too informal waiting so long at the cinema that night.

6 Explain the task. Help Ss with the first item as an example, Refer Ss to the information about formal style. Elicit why one
then Ss complete the exercise in pairs. might write a formal letter (e.g. to apply for a job, to complain about
a product or service).
Suggested Answer Key
1 a informal – to a friend 8 a. Allow Ss a few minutes to read the extracts and discuss
2 b semi-formal – to someone you don’t know very well (e.g. a their answers in pairs. Then check Ss’ answers.
family you are planning to stay with)
Suggested Answer Key
3 c semi-formal – maybe from a problem page
4 d informal – perhaps from a friend who lives far away Extract A is informal. It is written to a close friend to ask permission
5 a informal – to a friend or a penfriend to borrow their guitar.
6 d semi-formal – maybe to a family you recently stayed with Words and phrases to be underlined: Can I borrow; a couple of
days; take very, very good care of it; you see; get-together; be a
7 a. Ss do the exercise on their own, then check round the laugh if; brought our guitars along; trouble is
class, drawing attention to the difference between the Extract B is semi-formal. It is written to thank somebody, probably
informal and semi-formal expressions used. someone the writer does not know very well or someone much
Answer Key older or younger.
Words and phrases to be underlined: really appreciate; largely
2 asking for permission: D
thanks to you; great opportunity; meet up; thank you again for
Would it be all right if I stayed at your house next Friday night?
3 expressing a complaint: G Extract C is formal. It is a letter complaining about the treatment
I was dissatisfied with the food. the writer received on a recent visit to a restaurant, so it is probably
4 correcting information: H written to the manager of the restaurant.
I think you might be mistaken about the price. Words and phrases to be underlined: not only ... but also;
5 making a suggestion: A specifically booked; I found this to be totally unacceptable; in
It would be a good idea if you phoned the secretary and asked addition to this
her.
6 refusing an invitation: C b. Ask Ss to read the extract and establish that it is in
I’m afraid I won’t be able to come on Thursday night. informal style. Explain to Ss that they have to imagine
7 thanking someone: E the extract is to become part of a letter to someone
Thank you very much for all your help at the reception. they have never met, so a much more formal style is
8 apologising: B needed. Ss work in pairs to produce a more formal
Please accept my apologies for the damage to your jacket. version using the language given. Monitor and help Ss
as they are doing this. Then ask one or two pairs to read
b. Ss work in pairs to write sentences. Then ask various Ss out their version.
round the class to read out any one of their sentences; Suggested Answer Key
for each one, the rest of the class should say whether it
is informal or semi-formal and what its function is. I suggest that we ask Marcos to help us. Not only does he have a
car, but he also has experience in this type of thing. I am confident
Suggested Answer Key that he will be willing to help, especially if we offer him some
2 asking for permission money for petrol. In addition to Marcos, my brother has offered to
Informal: Can I call you if I don’t understand something? join us. With four of us, we will be able to finish the work very
Semi-formal: Would it be all right if I called you if there is quickly.
something I don’t quite understand?
3 expressing a complaint 9 Go through the rubrics with Ss and elicit the key
Informal: I didn’t like the show at all. information. Ss then underline it. Ss work in groups of three
Semi-formal: I was dissatisfied with the show. or four to answer the questions. Monitor their work. Ask
4 correcting information one group to report back for each rubric.
Informal: You’re wrong about John, you know! Suggested Answer Key
Semi-formal: I think you might be mistaken about John.
5 making a suggestion A Key information to be underlined: penfriend; recently written
Informal: Why not try going to bed an hour earlier? to you; unhapy with school and home life; write a letter of
Semi-formal: It would be a good idea if you went to bed an advice; offering your support; making various suggestions and
hour earlier. saying what results you expect
6 refusing an invitation 1 a letter of advice
Informal: I’m sorry, but I won’t be able to make it to your party. 2 my penfriend
Semi-formal: I’m afraid I won’t be able to come to your party.

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3 I should say that I have received my penfriend’s letter and 10 Ss write the composition for homework. Remind Ss that
maybe mention that I was sorry to hear that he/she is they must use what they have learnt in the writing section
unhappy. in their compositions. Before Ss hand in their pieces of
4 informal writing, ask them to go through the Checklist for Unit 1 at
5 different pieces of advice in separate paragraphs (I should the back of the book and check their answers against it.
also mention the expected result of each suggestion)
Suggested Answer Key
6 Beginning:
Dear Mark, A Dear Karen,
I’ve just received your letter. Sorry to hear that you Thanks for your letter. I was really sorry to hear you’re so
haven’t been feeling so good. It happens to us all, though, unhappy at the moment and thought I’d drop you a line to
so don’t worry too much about it. I thought I would write cheer you up and pass on some friendly advice.
back straight away with a few suggestions I have First of all, it seems to me that both your problems are
thought of. closely linked. Because you feel lonely at school you are
Ending: unhappy at home. Why not join the school sports team? I
I’m sure that if you try some of these things, you’ll feel know you’re fond of sports so that would be an ideal
more in control and things will start to improve. Let me opportunity to make new friends with people your age. And
know how you get on. have you ever thought about joining an after-school club? I
Helen did that when we first moved to the city and believe me it
works!
B Key information to be underlined: Your best friend; wrote to Now, as for the situation at home, I really think you should
you to ask what you have been doing; write a letter; say what talk to your parents. Just explain how you feel; you’ll be
you have done lately; plans you have for the near future surprised how understanding they’ll be. As the situation is now
1 a letter giving information they can only guess at why you’re so sulky all day and they
2 my best friend certainly can’t help! Trust me, it will clear up the tension and
3 I could say that I have received my best friend’s letter and they’ll probably have some useful tips too!
maybe make some comment on his/her news. If you follow my advice, I’m sure you’ll feel much better
4 informal soon. Anway, let me know how it goes.
5 My main body could be split into 2 paragraphs: Lots of love,
ñ What I have been doing. Cynthia
ñ My plans for the near future.
6 Beginning: B Dear Lee,
Dear David, Thanks for your letter! It was great to hear all your news.
Thanks for your last letter. It sounds as though you Since we last spoke I’ve been really busy too.
have settled in very well in your new environment. You First of all, I finally got my driver’s licence! You can’t
asked what I’d been up to so I thought I’d drop you a line imagine how relieved I was after failing four times! I’m now
with my latest news. working overtime to save up for my own car. Remember I was
Ending: thinking about starting Spanish classes? Well, I finally decided
Well, that’s about it for now. I should really get back to to enrol in a language school in my area with lessons on
my studies. Let me know if you’re planning to be in the Saturday. I’m really enjoying it but as you can imagine there’s
area – it would be great to see you again. hardly any free time left!
Max Fortunately, it’s already May and I’ve got my summer
holiday to look forward to. On 1st June I’m flying to Ibiza for a
C Key information to be underlined: Last summer you stayed week and I’ll probably hire a jeep there. I know it’s rather short
with a British family; ask how you are; whether your stay notice, but would you care to join me? It’ll be great fun! After
helped you with your studies; letter in reply my holiday I’ll be very busy with some conferences I have to
1 a letter giving information organise for work. Then, in December I’ll have my Spanish
2 the British family I stayed with last summer exam, so I’ll really need to study hard after the summer!
3 I could thank them for their letter and apologise for the Well, so much for my news. Don’t forget to let me know if
delay in writing. you can join me on Ibiza.
4 semi-formal Lots of love,
5 My main body could include paragraphs about my news James
and my thoughts about how much my stay with them
helped with my English. C Dear Mr and Mrs Whitman,
6 Beginning: Thank you very much for your letter. Since I left England a
Dear Mr and Mrs Carter, lot has happened.
Thank you for your letter. Sorry it has taken me so long To begin with, I have been very busy with my studies. Now
to reply but I have been doing exams at school and have that I am in the last year of university, we seem to have one
been studying very hard. exam after another. Fortunately, I only have one more month
Ending: to go and then it will all be over! After the summer I will start
Thank you once again for everything you did to make looking for a job and hopefully I will soon be working as a
my stay with you so enjoyable. Please give my regards to psychologist. Furthermore, I am still fond of horse riding and
all the family. have also been busy with that. Next year I even hope to take
Yours, part in competitions.
Kevin

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My month in England with you really seems to have Suggested Answer Key
improved my English. According to my Scottish penfriend I A: I find travelling to work really stressful.
now make hardly any mistakes in grammar. I have also found B: Really? I don’t. In fact, I find it quite relaxing.
it very helpful with all the books in English I had to read for my
studies! Once again I would like to say how grateful I am for A: I find writing letters really dull.
your kindness and hospitality. B: Really? I don’t. In fact, I find it quite enjoyable.
Thank you once again for your letter. I am looking foward A: I find shopping really enjoyable.
to hearing from you again. Give my regards to Lucy. B: Really? I don’t. In fact, I find it quite frustrating.
Best wishes,
Jennifer A: I find going to the cinema really enjoyable.
B: Really? I don’t. In fact, I find it quite boring.
A: I find exercising really tiring.
B: Really? I don’t. In fact, I find it quite relaxing.
Unit 2 – Moods and Feelings A: I find driving really frustrating.
B: Really? I don’t. In fact, I find it quite relaxing.
A: I find tidying up really boring.
Objectives
B: Really? I don’t. In fact, I find it quite tiring.
Vocabulary: moods & emotions; physical sensations;
expressing feelings 2 Read out the sentences one at a time and help Ss to
Reading: gapped text (reading for text structure) interpret them, then elicit which students agree/disagree
Listening: multiple matching; multiple choice (listening for and ask them to give reasons. As an extension, ask Ss to
gist, main points, detail, specific information, attitude and find similar proverbs in their mother tongue and explain
opinion) them in English.
Speaking: asking about and expressing feelings; exclamations (Ss’ own answers)
Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; word formation;
multiple choice cloze 3 a. Explain the task. Play the recording once. Ss listen and
Grammar: present simple and present continuous; state do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. Play the recording
verbs; used to, be, get used to again with pauses for Ss to explain why each speaker
Phrasal verbs: phrasal verbs formed with up/down feels the way he/she does.
Writing: transactional letters (1)
Answer Key
1 bored 2 surprised/excited 3 stressed
Lead-in (p. 23)
b. Elicit various situations from Ss and write them on the
1 a. Explain the task. Brainstorm with Ss. Ask Ss to say as
board. Ss work in pairs and talk about the situations
many adjectives as they can think of to do with feelings.
and how they felt.
Read out the adjectives and elicit their meanings. Ss
work in pairs and do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. (Ss’ own answers)
Answer Key
2 d 4 e 6 g Reading (pp. 24-25)
3 c 5 a 7 b
1 Write ‘Happiness’ on the board and ask the class what
Suggested Answer Key makes them happy. Elicit a few answers, then refer Ss to the
1 fearful, terrified, troubled items listed, explaining any unfamiliar words. Ss complete
2 drowsy, worn out, shattered the task. Ask some Ss to read out their list to the class and
3 smiling, positive to justify their choice for the most important item in the list.
4 concerned, anxious
(Ss’ own answers)
5 irritated, upset, displeased
6 gloomy, depressed
2 a. Read the title and the first and last paragraphs aloud.
7 stunned, dazed
Elicit answers to the questions from Ss around the class.
b. Allow Ss two or three minutes to make up sentences, Suggested Answer Key
then ask individual Ss to read them out. Elicit why the 1 The article is about happiness and how, despite our efforts to
people feel this way. achieve it, many people remain generally unhappy in their
Suggested Answer Key lives.
2 (Ss’ own answers)
2 The man is this picture looks rather cross and annoyed.
3 Janet’s steps are:
3 The man in this picture looks exhausted.
ñ get rid of doubts and learn to be more contented with
4 The children in this picture look happy and cheerful.
yourself and your life
5 The man in this picture looks rather worried and thoughtful.
ñ change your outlook, your relations with others and the
choices you make
c. Elicit how different Ss feel about the situations given.
ñ be an optimist
Read the example aloud. Ss work in pairs and complete
ñ learn from other people
the task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class.
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ñ see ourselves as acceptable to those around us and as 6 In paragraph H, ‘however, ... happiness is not a goal ...’ makes a
valuable members of society contrast with ‘ as long as we really want to succeed ...’ in the
ñ don’t criticise yourself or demand too much of yourself paragraph before gap 6. In the paragraph after gap 6, ‘further
ñ focus on the present advice’ follows on from ‘advise people that ...’ and the advice
given in paragraph H.
b. Allow Ss two or three minutes to read the text quickly
7 In paragraph D, the negative consequences of ‘thinking and
(not including paragraphs A-I) and check their answers.
worrying about ... the past and anxiously planning the future’
fit in with the advice given in the paragraph before gap 7 to
c. Explain the task and go through the strategy point.
‘focus on the present’.
Explain that Ss need to follow this advice in order to
complete the task successfully. Ask Ss to read the
3 a. Allow Ss two or three minutes to read the article again.
paragraphs (A-I). For each one, check that Ss
Ss then explain the words in bold by giving examples or
understand the main point. Then ask Ss to read carefully
synonyms. Ss can look up the words in their dictionaries.
the first and second paragraphs of the text, and try to
decide why G is the correct answer. (G contains the Suggested Answer Key
reference words ‘In the past’, which contrast with ‘these days’ desire: wish
in the next paragraph and shows the passage of time. It also achieve: get
contains the word ‘now’, which relates to ‘these days’. ‘That openly: freely
particular group’ in the next paragraph refers back to ‘the contentment: happiness
younger generation’ in paragraph G. Also ‘feel comfortable vulnerable: defenceless
talking openly’ in the next paragraph contrasts with ‘rarely outlook: viewpoint
discussed’ in paragraph G.) Then ask Ss to reread carefully upbringings: the way one was brought up
the paragraphs before and after gap 1 and ask them to criticise: put down, complain about
think what information is missing and then find which demand: ask
paragraph fits best. Check the answer (F) and why it focus: concentrate
fits, eliciting the connecting words, phrases and ideas. deserve: earn, be worthy
Continue in this way for one or two more gaps. Then Ss
complete the rest of the task individually. Check Ss’ b. Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and underline all the
answers, for each one eliciting the reasons why it fits. adjectives used to describe feelings and complete the
Answer Key task. Elicit answers around the class.
1 F 3 A 5 C 7 D Answer Key
2 B 4 E 6 H comfortable: at ease - comfort
Connecting words, phrases and ideas: contented: happy - contentment
unhappy: sad - unhappiness
1 In paragraph F, ‘nowadays’ refers back to ‘These days’ in the
sad: unhappy - sadness
paragraph before gap 1. In the paragraph after gap 1, ‘She’ refers
valuable: important - value
back to ‘Janet’ in F, and ‘slowly achieve contentment when she
realised her attitude was changing’ refers back to ‘slowly found
4 Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and explain the phrases. Ss
that changing her outlook has brought her ... happiness’ in F.
may use their dictionaries to help them. Check Ss’ answers
2 In paragraph B, ‘She was, at one point, a definite pessimist’ around the class.
continues the description of Janet before she changed in the
Suggested Answer Key
paragraph before gap 2, and refers back to ‘she criticised
herself endlessly, certain that she did not deserve success and 1 surround us/come at us from every angle
happiness.’ In paragraph B, ‘she came to the realisation 2 acknowledge the truth
that ...’, and this idea is continued in the paragraph after gap 3 take a course of action that we decide
2, with ‘The turning point in her life was when ...’ . 4 interpret things in our own way
3 In paragraph A, ‘Change’ refers back to ‘change many aspects of 5 Allow Ss time to read the text again and ask them to make
her life’ in the paragraph before gap 3. In the paragraph after gap notes about three of the writer’s main points. When Ss
3, ‘If we do decide to change things, however ...’ makes a contrast have prepared their answers, ask them to work in pairs and
with ‘Most of us have a tendency to stay with what we know discuss them. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class.
rather than choosing any form of change ...’ in paragraph A. Choose some pairs to discuss the points in front of the
4 In paragraph E, ‘these findings’ refers back to ‘What she class.
understood from her research was that ...’ in the paragraph
Suggested Answer Key
before gap 4. In the paragraph after gap 4, ‘how we feel about
an event’ refers back to ‘the way we view it ... leads to A: The writer suggests that we cannot be happy in life until we
happiness or unhappiness’ in paragraph E. decide to stop being unhappy.
B: Yes, she believes that happiness comes when we change our
5 In paragraph C, ‘moments of both happiness and unhappiness’ outlook and attitude to life and concentrate on the present
refers back to ‘how we feel about an event’ in the paragraph rather than the past or the future.
before gap 5. ‘Janet herself..’ makes the transition from A: That’s right. She also states that the way we interpret what
generalisation in the paragraph before gap 5 to Janet’s happens to us can make a huge difference to how we feel. I
personal experience in paragraph C. In the paragraph after gap think she makes a number of valid points and everyone can be
5, ‘that same level of contentment’ refers back to ‘being a happy if they always look on the bright side of things.
contented individual’ in paragraph C.

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6 Read the questions and explain the task. Allow Ss time to 2 a. Go through the lists of words and elicit their meanings.
prepare their answers. Ss complete the task in pairs. Ask Elicit which physical sensations go with which feelings.
some pairs to report their answers back to the class. Ss make sentences. Check Ss’ answers by asking
individual Ss to read their sentences aloud.
Suggested Answer Key
A: When I need to cheer myself up, I usually read a good book or Suggested Answer Key
watch a comedy film. How about you? I was so frightened my heart was pounding.
B: I usually go shopping and buy myself something nice like a I was so excited I had a rush of adrenaline.
pair of earrings or a bag, then I feel much better. Would you I was so hungry my stomach was rumbling.
say you are an optimist or a pessimist? I was so stressed my palms were sweating.
A: I suppose I am a bit of a pessimist because I always think about I was so nervous I had butterflies in my stomach.
the worst thing that can happen rather than the best thing.
What about you? b. Read out the questions and elicit answers around the
B: I am more of an optimist because I always tell myself that no class. As an extension, ask Ss to guess what these
matter what happens I still have my family and my friends actions might mean in another country. Alternatively,
who can help and support me. play a game. One student mimes a situation and
performs one of the actions. The rest of the class try to
guess how he/she is feeling and why.
Language Focus (pp. 26-27)
Suggested Answer Key
1 a. Read out the list of adjectives and explain/elicit the In my country people frown to show they are unhappy.
meaning of any unknown words. Write a table on the In my country people drum their fingers to show they are impatient.
board and ask Ss around the class to say which In my country people lick their lips to show they are hungry.
adjectives are positive/negative to complete the table. In my country people raise their eyebrows to show they are surprised.
Ss copy the completed table into their notebooks. In my country people wrinkle their nose to show they are disgusted.
Answer Key
3 a. Explain the task. Read out the words in the box and
Positive: cheerful, generous, calm, glad, relaxed, joyful, happy,
explain any which are unknown. Ss complete the task.
excited, optimistic, funny
Check Ss’ answers.
Negative: depressed, stressed, frustrated, aggressive, lonely,
worried, angry, nervous, sad, furious, shy, tense, lazy, proud, terrible Suggested Answer Key
Words to be crossed out: fear, panic, obsessive
b. Explain the task and read out the sentences. Ss
complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers, and check b. Explain the task. Then Ss talk in pairs about their own
differences in meaning by asking Ss to expand their experiences.
sentences with an example.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
A: I sometimes feel lonely when I am at home by myself. What
1 Jack is in a cheerful mood today. about you?
Jack is in a generous mood today. B: I feel lonely sometimes then, too.
Jack is in a relaxed mood today. A: I always feel astonished when my favourite football team wins
Jack is in a joyful mood today. a match. What about you?
Jack is in an optimistic mood today. B: I feel astonished when my brother lends me his bike.
Jack is in a funny mood today. A: I feel sick when I smell fish cooking. What about you?
Jack is in a tense mood today. B: I only feel sick when I am ill.
Jack is in a lazy mood today. A: I often feel irritable when I am tired. What about you?
Jack is in a terrible mood today. B: I feel irritable when I am stuck in traffic.
Jack is in an aggressive mood today. A: I feel alive when I am on top of a mountain. What about you?
2 Maria feels happy today. B: I feel alive when I am running.
Maria feels excited today. A: I feel angry when I hear about people being cruel to animals
Maria feels glad today. What about you?
Maria feels calm today. B: I feel angry when I don’t get what I want.
Maria feels lonely today. A: I feel offended when someone is rude to me. What about you?
Maria feels worried today. B: I feel offended then, too.
Maria feels angry today. A: I feel frustrated when I can’t do my homework. What about you?
Maria feels nervous today. B: I feel frustrated when I miss the bus.
Maria is feeling sad today. A: I usually feel hungry before lunch. What about you?
Maria feels furious today. B: I feel hungry late at night.
Maria is feeling shy today. A: I always feel better after a good cry. What about you?
Maria feels proud today. B: I feel better after I have watched a comedy film.
Maria is feeling depressed today. A: I always feel strong after I have been to the gym. What about
Maria feels stressed today. you?
Maria feels frustrated today. B: I feel strong when I have eaten a big breakfast.
A: I feel healthy when I eat a salad. What about you?
B: I feel healthy after I have done some exercise.

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4 a. Explain the task. Play the recording once. Ss listen and Answer Key
do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. Play the recording 2 f owl 5 b mouse 7 h peacock
again with pauses for Ss to explain why each speaker 3 c mule 6 a dog 8 g snail
feels the way he/she does. 4 e fox
Answer Key
b. Read out the adjectives in the list. Ss do the task. Check
Speaker 1 B Speaker 3 D Speaker 5 E
Ss’ answers.
Speaker 2 C Speaker 4 A
Answer Key
b. Explain the task and ask various Ss to talk about their brave ≠ cowardly quiet ≠ noisy
own experiences. wise ≠ foolish sick ≠ healthy
Suggested Answer Key stubborn ≠ flexible proud ≠ modest
cunning ≠ straightforward slow ≠ quick
B: When do you look forward to something?
A: Towards the end of the school year, I look forward to the
c. Read out the definitions and elicit answers around the
summer holidays.
class.
A: When do you find something fascinating?
B: On school trips, I find museums fascinating. Answer Key
B: When do you miss someone? takes a long time to do something - slow
A: At the weekends, I miss my school friends. is intelligent and well-informed - wise
A: When do you like having friends for dinner? has no fear and is ready to face danger - brave
B: On my birthday, I like having my friends round for dinner. does things behind people’s backs - cunning
is very arrogant - proud
5 Explain the task and check Ss understand the adjectives and
the example. Ss do the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking 8 Explain the task. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers,
some pairs to act out their exchanges in front of the class. asking Ss to explain why the word they did not underline is
Suggested Answer Key wrong. As an extension, ask Ss to make their own
sentences using the words not underlined.
A: You must be pleased.
B: Pleased! I’m overjoyed! Answer Key
A: You must have been scared. 1 miss 4 like 7 please
B: Scared! I was terrified. 2 growing 5 express 8 hurt
A: You look angry! 3 strange 6 true
B: Angry! I’m furious!
9 a. Elicit phrasal verbs Ss already know with ‘up’ and
A: The food was bad.
‘down’. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the
B: Bad! It was appalling!
exercise. Ask Ss to check their answers by referring to
A: She seems happy with her exam results. Appendix 2 at the back of the book. Then check the
B: Happy! She’s delighted! answers as a class, making sure Ss understand the
A: Sarah seemed upset. meanings of the phrasal verbs. Ss should memorise
B: Upset! She was heart broken! these phrasal verbs.
As an extension, ask Ss to make up similar exchanges using
Answer Key
the rest of the adjectives (filthy, fantastic, huge, delicious).
1 up 3 up 5 up 7 up
6 Write tired and tiring on the board and elicit the difference 2 down 4 down 6 down 8 down
(e.g. ‘I feel tired’, ‘a tiring day’). Elicit other pairs (e.g. cheer up: become happier
interested/interesting) and check Ss understand the calm down: become less upset/angry
difference. Explain the task. Ss do the exercise in pairs. ease up: lessen
Check Ss’ answers. get sb down: depress, make sb sad
Answer Key loosen up: relax, become less stressed
let sb down: disappoint sb
1 relaxing 3 depressed 5 surprising
open up: express one’s feelings
2 pleased 4 terrifying 6 excited
wind down: relax, unwind
As an extension, Ss make sentences with the adjective
b. Explain the task. Ss use the phrasal verbs from Ex. 9a. as
forms not used.
expressions. Check Ss’ answers.
7 a. Explain the task. Ss do the exercise. As an extension, Suggested Answer Key
allow Ss two minutes to think of as many other idioms 1 Don’t let me down.
using animals as possible. Elicit idioms and write them 2 Cheer up!
on the board. Ss copy them into their notebooks. 3 Come on! Open up a bit.
Alternatively, ask Ss to write down similar idioms in their 4 Loosen up a bit or you will get ill.
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10 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss and then Ss work in Answer Key
pairs and complete the exercise. Divide the list and the class Speaker 1 E Speaker 3 B Speaker 5 A
into four groups and ask each group to check six items in Speaker 2 F Speaker 4 D
Appendix 1 at the back of the book. Check Ss’ answers,
then Ss make up sentences using the prepositional phrases. c. Refer back to the notes on the board. Elicit which of
Alternatively, assign the exercise as written HW. Ss prepare these words Ss heard on the recording.
the sentences for the next lesson. Check Ss’ answers. Ss
should memorise these phrases. (Ss’ own answers)

Answer Key 2 a. Explain the task. Read out the questions and elicit
1 of 9 to 17 to, for answers around the class.
2 by/at 10 with 18 of
Suggested Answer Key
3 with 11 with 19 about
4 with, about 12 about 20 with 1 Body language is the messages we send out through the use of
5 about 13 to 21 of actions and gestures.
6 of 14 with/to 22 to 2 I think people can probably guess what cats are thinking and
7 with 15 of 23 about/to feeling through their body language. For example, if a cat tilts
8 at 16 with, about 24 about its head to one side it may be showing that it is curious about
something.
Suggested Answer Key
1 I am afraid of spiders. b. Explain the task and read out the strategy box. Explain
2 I was very amused by the clowns at the circus. that Ss must follow this advice in order to complete the
3 Tim is angry with me and he’s not talking to me. task successfully. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and
4 My mum was annoyed with me about my behaviour. complete the exercise. Play the recording again, pausing
5 I am very anxious about my exam results. after the information for each question, and Ss check
6 I was ashamed of Jane for behaving so badly. their answers.
7 I am bored with this computer game now; I need to buy a new Answer Key
one.
1 C 3 B 5 A 7 C
8 Philip is brilliant at chess.
2 B 4 B 6 C
9 I was very close to my grandma.
10 Bill was delighted with his birthday present.
c. Read out the question and elicit examples around the
11 I am disappointed with myself for failing the exam.
class of body language which shows how we feel. Write
12 Charlie is excited about the school trip.
these on the board. Ss then work in pairs and discuss
13 Stuart has been faithful to his wife for forty years.
the question. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class.
14 Jack is very friendly with the boy next door.
15 Harry is frightened of snakes. Suggested Answer Key
16 Anne is furious with Andrew about what he said. A: When we are angry we might put our hands on our hips or
17 Diana is grateful to Eddie for lending her the money. clench our fists.
18 Liz is jealous of Emma because she is more popular than she is. B: That’s true – and when we are tired or upset we rest our head
19 I am very nervous about taking my driving test. in our hands.
20 Chris is pleased with Jake because the teacher says he is trying A: We shrug our shoulders when we don’t know something and
very hard in class. we scratch our heads when we are confused.
21 She is very proud of her new house. B: Yes, that’s right. And, of course, we smile when we are happy.
22 A man on the bus was very rude to me this morning.
23 Martin is very sensitive about his baldness. 3 a. Start a class discussion by asking individual Ss to give
24 Janet is upset about losing her watch. their opinion about what they think is a stressful
situation. Then Ss look at the pictures and identify each
situation. Ss work in pairs and discuss each situation in
Listening & Speaking (pp. 28-29) the pictures, choosing the three most stressful ones.
1 a. Brainstorm with Ss. Elicit why people might go to a Ask individual pairs to present their choices to the class.
therapist and what types of therapy and/or words Suggested Answer Key
related to therapy they know. Write these words on the
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 29 in the S’s Book.
board. Read out the descriptions A-F and elicit the key
words. Ask Ss to suggest what they think each therapy
b. Read out the questions and Ss complete the task in
involves and to say which of the words on the board are
pairs. Check Ss’ answers by asking some pairs to report
related to each one. Ss copy the relevant words into
back to the class.
their notebooks.
Suggested Answer Key
(Ss’ own answers)
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 29 in the S’s Book.
b. Go through the exam strategy box. Explain that Ss must
follow this advice in order to complete the task 4 Explain the task. Explain/Elicit the meanings of the points to
successfully. Read the descriptions A-F once more and be assessed as well as what would represent an
play the recording. Ss do the exercise. Stop the unsuccessful performance in each of the areas listed. Play
recording after the second playing of each speaker to the recording. Ss listen and complete the task in pairs.
check Ss’ answers.

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Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

Both students perform equally well in terms of grammar and I think the novel is about life and manners in the 19th century.
vocabulary. The pronunciation of both students is equally good
and they interact well together. They both answer the questions b. Allow Ss time to read the short text about the author,
quite well although not as fully as they could have done. help them with vocabulary and then elicit what
questions Ss have. Write these on the board. Ss read the
5 a. Explain the task. Ask two Ss to read the dialogue aloud. extract. Elicit answers to the questions on the board
Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. from Ss around the class.
Answer Key (Ss’ own answers)
Are you alright? - asking how somebody feels
I’ve been in a bad mood all day, I’m really depressed. - expressing 2 a. Go through the strategy point and explain the task.
how somebody feels Explain that Ss need to follow this advice in order to
complete the task successfully. Ask different students to
b. Go through the phrases in the box. Model a dialogue read out the sentences (A-I). Ask Ss to look at the
with a S. Then Ss work in pairs and act out their example and elicit why D is the correct answer. (It
dialogues. Monitor Ss’ performance. Then ask some contains the reference words ‘After all, the house’ which
pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the class. introduces the why ‘no one could dispute her right to come’ in
the previous sentence.) Ss complete the task. Check Ss’
Suggested Answer Key answers.
A: Is everything alright?
Answer Key
B: Actually, no. I’m upset about having my car stolen.
1 C 3 F 5 G 7 A
A: What’s wrong with you?
2 B 4 H 6 E
B: To be honest, I’ve been in a bad mood all day because I’ve lost
my purse.
b. Explain the task then ask various Ss to complete the
task orally in class.
6 a. Explain the task and what is meant by the term
‘exclamation’. Read the adjectives and explain/elicit the Suggested Answer Key
meaning of any that are unknown. Ss do the exercise. 7 A ‘But she’ refers to Margaret in the previous sentence.
Check Ss’ answers. 2 B ‘that’ refers to the action in the previous sentence ‘leave
Answer Key the house forever’.
1 C ‘Mrs Dashwood’s’ contrasts with ‘any woman’ and ‘the
2 He’s relieved. 5 He’s annoyed.
offence’ refers to ‘this thoughtless behaviour’ in the
3 He’s confused. 6 She’s disgusted.
previous sentence.
4 She’s grateful.
6 E ‘Elinor, too was suffering’ follows on from Mrs Dashwood’s
and Elinor’s ‘sorrow’ in the previous sentence. ‘She could’
b. Explain the task and read out the sentences. Ss
begins the list of Elinor’s abilities, continued in the
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
following sentence.
Answer Key 3 F ‘These qualities’ refers to Elinor’s character as described in
a 5 b 6 d 3 e 4 f 2 the previous sentence.
5 G ‘The two women’ refers to Mrs Dashwood and Marianne
c. Explain the task and model the exchange with a S. Ss from the previous sentence, and ‘them’ in the next
complete the task in pairs. Check Ss’ answers by asking sentence refers back to ‘the two women’.
various pairs to act out their exchanges in front of the 4 H ‘Elinor’ and ‘she knew how to control them’ presents the
class. contrast to her mother which is described in the following
sentence, and is referred back to by ‘a knowledge’ in the
Suggested Answer Key next sentence.
A: Look at that big roller coaster.
B: Wow! That’s amazing! 3 a. Explain the task and ask Ss to find the collocations in
A: We’ve finished the project in time. the extract. Ss then work in pairs to write sentences.
B: Phew! What a relief! Check Ss’ answers by asking various Ss to read out their
sentences.
A: What’s fifty seven times eighteen?
B: Er! I don’t know. Suggested Answer Key
A: I bought you this gift. hasty decisions (line 24)
B: Oh! Thank you! strong emotions (lines 34-35)
A: Listen to my new CD. thoughtless behaviour (line 5)
B: Shh! Be quiet! good-humoured (lines 45-46)
self-control (line 44)
I try to avoid making hasty decisions whenever possible.
Reading: Literature (pp. 30-31) People who display strong emotions make me feel uncomfortable.
There is no excuse for his thoughtless behaviour.
1 a. Read out the title of the novel, explain the difference
Sam is a good-humoured person.
between ‘sense’ and ‘sensibility’ and elicit ideas from Ss
I know how to show self-control in emotional situations.
about the content.

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b. Explain the task. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ 6 a. Read out the question and elicit answers from various Ss
answers around the class. around the class. Ask Ss to give reasons for the choices.
Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
ñ line 11 - Mrs John Dashwood’s husband’s family I sympathise with Elinor the most because she is also grieving for
ñ line 19 - Mrs Dashwood’s three children her father but keeps her feelings hidden to try to make their
ñ line 32 - Marianne situation more bearable. She has to be the practical and sensible
ñ line 37 - Mrs Dashwood and Marianne one in the family because everyone else is too emotional.

c. Allow Ss two or three minutes to read the article again. b. Explain the task. Play the recording and elicit answers
Ss then explain the highlighted words by giving from various Ss around the class.
examples or synonyms. Encourage Ss to work out the
(Ss’ own answers)
meaning from the context before looking up the words
in their dictionaries. Check Ss’ answers.
Suggested Answer Key English in Use (pp. 32-33)
dispute: argue with 1 Explain the task, then work through the exercise in class
inconsiderate: thoughtless eliciting answers and explanations from different students.
impolite: rude This serves to revise the present simple and continuous
hasty: quick tense forms and their use. Refer Ss to the Grammar
similarity: resemblance Reference section for more detail.
striking: very noticeable
cherished: appreciated Answer Key
inappropriate: out of place 1 are playing - to show sth happening at the time of speaking
offence: insult 2 freezes - to show a law of nature
disgusted: appalled 3 is visiting - to show a fixed arrangement in the near future
4 catches - to show a habit
4 a. Allow Ss time to find and underline all the adjectives. 5 is looking - to show sth happening around the time of
Explain/Elicit the meaning of any unknown words, then speaking
Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. 6 is always interrupting - to show an irritating habit
Answer Key
2 Explain the task. Ss do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
Mrs John Dashwood – inconsiderate, selfish
Mrs Dashwood – enthusiastic, generous Answer Key
Elinor – affectionate 1 am trying 5 don’t play
Marianne – sensible, clever, generous, likeable, interesting, not 2 does 6 Do you trust
careful 3 argue 7 are leaving
Margaret – good-humoured, agreeable, romantic 4 is having 8 doesn’t get
Mrs John Dashwood is an inconsiderate and selfish woman.
3 a. Explain the task. Revise state verbs and refer Ss to the
Mrs Dashwood is enthusiastic with a generous nature.
Grammar Reference section for more detail. Ss work in
Elinor has an affectionate nature.
pairs and complete the exercise. Ask Ss to explain the
Marianne is sensible, clever and generous. She is also likeable
changes in meaning. Check Ss’ answers.
interesting. However, she is not at all careful.
Margaret is a good-humoured, agreeable and romantic girl. Answer Key
1 is thinking - is considering
b. Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and do the task. Check 2 think - believe
Ss’ answers orally in class. 3 doesn’t taste - doesn’t have a nice flavour
Suggested Answer Key 4 is tasting - is testing
5 see - understand
Mrs Dashwood – deeply hurt, absolutely disgusted, hated her
6 is seeing - is meeting
daughter-in-law, her love for her children, overpowered by the pain
7 is - doesn’t listen
of grief, overwhelmed by sorrow
8 is being - is behaving
Elinor – concerned about her sister’s strong emotions, suffering, her
feelings were strong
b. Explain the task. Explain that Ss must think of state
Marianne – overpowered by the pain of grief, overwhelmed by
verbs to do this exercise. Ss work in pairs and complete
sorrow, her sorrows and her joys had no limits, strong emotions
the task. Check Ss’ answers.
5 Explain the task. Do the first item with Ss, then Ss complete Suggested Answer Key
the task. Check Ss’ answers. I hate getting up early in the morning.
Answer Key Jane loves eating ice-cream.
Tony wishes he had enough money to buy a new car.
1 B 2 A 3 B 4 A
I promise I will be back before lunch.
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4 a. Write I used to ... on the board and ask Ss what it nn in sunny etc. Ask Ss to look at the list of verbs in the
means, and how the sentence could end. Then read out exercise and check they understand them. Ask Ss to work in
the sentences in the exercise and elicit what each one pairs to decide which adjective endings can be used with
refers to. Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference section for each verb, and whether any spelling changes are needed.
more detail. Point out that in some cases more than one adjective can be
formed from one verb. Check Ss’ answers, checking
Suggested Answer Key
differences in meaning where there is more than one
a - a past state adjective. As an extension, elicit from Ss the nouns related
b - a current situation to the verbs and adjectives formed. For practice, Ss write
c - a current changing situation sentences using some of the adjectives formed.
d - a past habit
Suggested Answer Key
b. Explain the task. Do the first item with Ss then Ss work comfortable/comforting relieved
in pairs to complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. trusted/trusting pressured/pressing
irritating/irritable/irritated caring
Answer Key
protective scary/scared
1 am getting used to waking up bored/boring satisfactory/satisfying/satisfied
2 used to play
3 used to go out 7 Go through the strategy point and explain that Ss must
4 used to eat follow this advice in order to complete the task successfully.
Follow the procedure outlined in the strategy point. Ask Ss
c. Explain the task. Elicit suitable answers from Ss around to look at the title and elicit their own ideas on what makes
the class. us happy, and what they think the text might include. Then
Suggested Answer Key ask Ss to read through the whole text quickly, without
paying attention to the gaps. Ask a few questions to check
I am used to getting up early in the morning.
basic comprehension (e.g. Is there a link between happiness and
I am used to going to school on the bus.
people’s situation? Is gratitude important?) and help Ss with
I am used to living in a big city.
unknown vocabulary in the text. Then ask Ss to read the
I am used to going to bed early.
first sentence again more carefully. Focus on the example,
I am used to sharing things with my brothers and sisters.
and establish that happiness is a noun, and is the object of
the verb ‘studying’. Then focus on gap 1; elicit what part of
d. Explain the task. Go through the situations and start a
speech is needed (an adjective to describe the noun
class discussion. Ss then complete the task. Elicit
‘conclusions’) and elicit the answer (significant) and write it
answers from Ss around the class.
on the board. Remind Ss that spelling is important in this
Suggested Answer Key exercise. Repeat the process for the next few gaps,
I’ll have to get used to a new school if I move to a different town. reminding Ss to look at whole sentences and to keep in
I’ll have to get used to working for a new boss and working with mind the meaning of the whole text. For the remaining
new people if I get a new summer job. gaps, Ss work in pairs to complete the task. Allow Ss time
I’ll have to get used to eating different food if I go on a strict diet. to reread the whole text to check that it makes sense.
Check Ss’ answers and spelling.
5 Explain the task. Help Ss with the first two or three, then Ss Answer Key
finish the exercise in pairs. Remind Ss that the second
1 significant 5 essentially 9 realisation
sentence must have the same meaning as the first. Ss
2 reflection 6 ungrateful 10 activities
complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers and ask Ss to
3 relatively 7 tendency
identify the grammar structure being tested.
4 miserable 8 complaint
Answer Key
1 ... not like Noel to be ... (be like sb + to + inf) 8 Explain the task. Go through the strategy point and explain
2 ... does not feel like going ... (feel like + ing form) that Ss must follow this advice in order to complete the task
3 ... avoid being recognised ... (avoid + ing form) successfully. Read out the title and ask Ss what they know
4 ... has a tendency to criticise ... (tendency + to + inf) about Feng Shui. Ask Ss to quickly read the text silently,
5 ... is always complaining about him ... (present continuous to ignoring the gaps, to get the gist. Ask a few questions to
show an irritating habit) check comprehension. Read out the example and explain
6 ... is used to sleeping until ... (be used to + ing form) that booming is a verb used to show a sudden increase and
7 ... interested in learning Spanish than ... (interested in + ing collocates with business. Elicit/Explain why the other
form) alternatives do not fit. Then do item 1 with Ss. Ask Ss to
look at the words before and after each gap then think of a
6 Write the adjective endings -ing, -ive, -able, -y and -ed on word that would fit. They should then look to see which of
the board and ask Ss to think of any adjectives that use the options matches what they think the missing word is. Ss
these endings. Elicit a few for each ending and write them do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
on the board (e.g. tiring, exciting, productive, attractive, Answer Key
enjoyable, likeable, rainy, sunny, excited, tired). Elicit the related
1 A 4 A 7 B 10 D 13 C
verbs and/or nouns, and point out spelling changes such as
2 C 5 C 8 A 11 C 14 A
the loss of the final e from the verb tire to tiring, the
3 D 6 B 9 C 12 D 15 D
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Writing: Transactional Letters (1) (pp. 34-38) Suggested Answer Key

1 Go through the theory box and read out the rubric. Help Ss I would like to know how far in advance I need to book.
to recognise and underline the key words. Then, elicit Could you tell me which bands will be performing?
answers to the questions. I am interested in finding out whether there is a discount for
students.
Answer Key Could you tell me whether equipment will be provided?
Key words to be underlined: class; organising; surprise birthday I would like to know exactly when the holidays are.
party; English teacher; Mr Smith; class prefect; invite his wife; ask I would appreciate it if you could let me know what other activities
her for advice on what to buy; as a gift; notes; use the information are available.
to write a letter to Mrs Smith I would be grateful if you could tell me what the cost will be.
1 Mrs Smith b. Explain the task and read out the example. Ss do the
2 semi-formal task. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
3 to invite her to the party and to ask for her advice about what
gift to buy Suggested Answer Key
4 who I am and why I am writing I would like to know how early I need to book.
5 two Could you tell me which performers will be taking part?
The party will take place after school on 10th May. It will be I am interested in finding out if there is a reduced ticket price for
held in the school gym and it starts at 5pm. There will be a students.
buffet and the guests will include Year 10 English students, the Could you tell me whether the necessary sporting equipment will
staff of the English Department and the Headmaster. be supplied?
I would like to ask your advice regarding a suitable gift. We I would like to know in which months the adventure holidays take
cannot decide whether to buy a book, a watch or a jumper. place.
Perhaps you could tell us which you think he would prefer. On I would appreciate it if you could let me know what other sports are
the other hand, you may have a better idea. Any suggestions offered.
would be more than welcome. I would be grateful if you could give me some more information
6 If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact about the prices.
me. I look forward to seeing you at the party.
4 a. Explain the task and read out the extract. Ss complete
2 a. Explain that this task tests Ss’ ability to recognise the task in pairs. Check Ss’ answers.
writing styles and that a semi-formal style is the most
appropriate style for this type of letter. Ss complete the Suggested Answer Key
task. Check Ss’ answers. 1 a letter of apology from a restaurant to a customer
2 to apologise for a mistake
Suggested Answer Key 3 the main body
Could you help us to decide what present to buy? 4 by offering a free meal
We are holding the party after lessons on 10th May.
b. Explain the task and point out that the style of the
b. Read the questions aloud. Ss complete the task. Check extract is too informal. Ask Ss to match the notes to the
Ss’ answers. sentences in the extract. Elicit an answer for the first
Suggested Answer Key sentence and write it on the board. Ss complete the task
in pairs. Help Ss where necessary. Check Ss’ answers.
1 yes
2 As you know, On the other hand - As you are aware, Alternatively Suggested Answer Key
3 yes, semi-formal Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused.
ñ no contractions or short forms e.g. I am writing, we cannot We take full responsibility. There was some confusion which caused
ñ no colloquialism or idioms a misunderstanding between our departments. I hope you will
ñ advanced vocabulary e.g. your presence would add, forgive the regrettable error and I assure you that we will do our
advice regarding a suitable gift utmost to compensate you. Please accept a complimentary meal
4 I think Mrs Smith will be pleased to attend the party and give voucher to be used at your convenience.
her advice because the letter is well-written. It has a polite
tone, addresses her properly and uses courteous language 5 Explain the task and read the rubric aloud. Help Ss to
throughout. recognise and underline the key words. Ss complete the
task. Check Ss’ answers.
c. Explain the task and remind Ss that semi-formal style is
needed. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. Suggested Answer Key
Key words to be underlined: you, group of your friends; rented
Answer Key holiday apartment; number of problems; you left after three days;
b, c letter of complaint to the agency; read advertisement; and notes;
why you are dissatisfied; what action you want taken
3 a. Explain the task and allow Ss time to read the
advertisements and notes. Point out that indirect 1 the manager of the agency
questions are needed for a semi-formal style of writing. 2 a formal letter of complaint
Read out the phrases in the box and the example. Point 3 Opening remarks:
out the grammatical change needed from direct to I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction with the
indirect questions. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ holiday apartment I rented from you on 15th August. I believe
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Closing remarks: 5 mild – I insist that you resolve the matter immediately.
As you can imagine, I am extremely upset. I demand a partial 6 mild – I wish to express my complete dissatisfaction with the
refund in addition to an apology for the annoyance and appalling service I recently received from your company.
discomfort I suffered. I insist that this matter be dealt with
promptly. 10 Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and underline the key
4 a strong tone because there were a lot of problems and my words and answer the questions. Check Ss’ answers.
holiday was ruined
Suggested Answer Key
6 Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the two A Key words to be underlined: you work for a mail order
models. Remind them that when choosing the most company; received a letter of complaint from a customer; read
suitable model they should think about factors related to the extract and notes you made; write a letter of apology; give
the style and tone of the letter, as well as how well it an explanation and details of what you will do to rectify the
answers the question. Ss do the task. Check Ss’ answers situation
asking them to give reasons. 1 a letter of apology
Suggested Answer Key 2 the customer
3 formal
Model B is appropriate because it is written in a formal style and
4 Dear Mr/Mrs (customer’s name), Yours sincerely (my full
uses appropriate language. It covers all the points in the rubric and
name and position in company)
it rephrases all the information.
5 I would like to offer our sincere apologies for the
Model A is not appropriate because it is written in an informal style
unfortunate delay to the delivery of your goods and the
which is not appropriate for this letter and it does not include all
inconvenience it has caused. I can assure you that we are
the information from the rubric ( balcony railing is not mentioned)
doing our utmost to rectify this situation as soon as
and it does not rephrase the information at all.
possible.
6 two
7 Explain the task. Ss complete the task in pairs. Check Ss’
7 1st – explanation for delay and solution
answers.
2nd – offer of compensation
Suggested Answer Key 8 We hope you will forgive the regrettable error, we take full
excessively strong language – ‘how angry and disgusted I am’, responsibility, please accept a complimentary ..., Please
‘the ugliest apartment I’ve ever seen in my life’ accept our apologies ...
aggressive tone – ‘if you don’t you’ll be in real trouble’, ‘hurry up 9 will be sent by Express Delivery tomorrow – we will
and reply to this letter’ despatch your order within twenty-four hours
overly informal/colloquial/idiomatic language – ‘you’ve got a very sorry – good customer – We deeply regret this
real cheek’, ‘wasn’t room to swing a cat inside’, ‘I’d had enough’ unfortunate situation and hope to retain your valued
irrelevant information – ‘I spent the first day of my holiday custom.
cleaning them’ damaged on arrival – Unfortunately, it received some
phrases taken word for word from the prompts – ‘Not at all! Lots damage in transit.
of essential items were missing.’ we had to wait for the next delivery from suppliers – We
points not covered in the rubric – dangerous balcony railing, view were forced to wait for a replacement sent in the
of car park subsequent delivery from our suppliers.
offer free carry case and 3 films as compensation – By
8 Explain the task and ask Ss to read the phrases. Ss work in way of compensation we would like to offer you a
pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. complimentary carry case and three rolls of film.
10 We apologise once again and hope to continue to receive
Suggested Answer Key your custom.
to complain about – to express my extreme dissatisfaction with
misleading – totally inaccurate B Key words to be underlined: you are arranging an
quite dangerous – extremely hazardous anniversary party for your parents; The Claremont Hotel;
I felt I could not stay – I refused to remain seems suitable; you need more information; use the notes;
I am quite disappointed – I am extremely upset write to the manager; giving details of the event and asking for
I feel I am entitled to – I demand further information
for the inconvenience caused – for the annoyance and discomfort 1 a letter requesting/giving information
I suffered 2 the manager of the hotel
I look forward to receiving a prompt reply – I insist that this 3 formal
matter be dealt with promptly 4 Dear Sir/Madam, Yours faithfully, (my full name)
5 I am in the process of making arrangements for an
9 Explain the task and do the first item with Ss. Ss complete anniversary party for my parents and would like to request
the task. Check Ss’ answers. some information from you with a view to holding the
Suggested Answer Key party at your hotel.
1 strong – I would like my money back as soon as possible or I 6 two
shall consider taking the matter further. 7 1st – information about the party
2 mild – I wish to complain in no uncertain terms about a faulty 2nd – questions I wish to ask
appliance I recently purchased from your store. 8 Could you tell me ..., I would be grateful if you could tell
3 strong – I would like to make a complaint about the poor me ..., I am interested in finding out ..., I would appreciate
service I received from your staff. it if you could let me know ...,
4 strong – I am writing to complain about your staff.
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9 price list – Could you tell me the cost of hiring the different 10 As you can imagine, I am very disappointed. I insist on a
function rooms? full refund and an apology for the inconvenience caused. I
disco – I am interested in finding out whether a disco is await your prompt reply.
available.
menu – Could you possibly send me a sample menu of the E Key words to be underlined: letter you received from your pen
dishes available? friend, look at the notes, write your letter in reply, giving advice
10 Thank you for your help in this matter. I look forward to and information
hearing from you at your earliest convenience.
1 letter giving advice
2 my penfriend
C Key words to be underlined: you want to improve your
3 informal
English; advertisement; school notice board; read
4 Dear (my friend’s first name), Love from (my first name)
advertisement and notes; write a letter; giving details
5 Hi. How are you? Thanks for your letter. I was glad to hear
requested and asking for more information
you are thinking of taking up tennis and here’s the advice
1 a letter requesting/giving information you asked for.
2 Mr Thompson 6 two
3 formal 7 1st – first area of advice (how to learn) and examples/
4 Dear Mr Thompson, Yours sincerely (my full name) suggestions
5 I am writing in reference to your advertisement on the 2nd – second area of advice (equipment) and examples/
notice board at Baines High School for private English suggestions
lessons. 8 If I were you ..., You should ..., Have you thought about ...?
6 two Why don’t you ...?
7 1st – information about myself 9 join a club – see if there is a local tennis club in your area
2nd – questions I wish to ask and become a member
8 Could you tell me ..., I would be grateful if you could tell find a friend to give you some lessons – perhaps you
me ..., I am interested in finding out ..., I would appreciate know someone who can give you some free tuition
it if you could let me know ... borrow a book from the library – the local library may
9 where – I would like to know where the lessons will take have a useful ‘how-to’ guide
place. buy a racquet & some balls (don’t spend too much –
when – Could you tell me on what days and at what times about í50-í75 – you might not like it) – As for
the lessons will take place? equipment, a tennis racquet and a few balls will be
how much – I am interested in finding out the cost of the enough. You should stick to a budget of no more than í75
lessons. in case you change your mind later.
course books provided – Could you tell me whether all trainers and a tracksuit are OK – you don’t need special
the teaching materials will be provided? clothes – Don’t worry about a tennis outfit. Your ordinary
one-to-one or groups – I am also interested in finding out trainers and a tracksuit will do.
whether the tuition will be individual or in small groups. 10 Well, I hope my advice will be of some help to you. Write
10 I can be contacted at the above address or by telephone back and let me know how you get on.
on 01253-701514. I look forward to hearing from you.
F Key words to be underlined: you are going on a cycling
D Key words to be underlined: you ordered a gift from a mail holiday, with two friends, read Jane’s letter and the notes,
order company; it was late; you were not happy with it; read using the map and the advertisement, write a letter answering
the advertisement and the notes; write a letter; explaining why her questions and making your suggestions
you are not happy; and asking for your money back
1 a letter giving information and making suggestions
1 a letter of complaint 2 a friend of mine
2 the mail order company 3 informal
3 formal 4 Dear Jane, Love, (my first name)
4 Dear Sir/Madam, Yours faithfully, (my full name) 5 Thanks for your letter. I have thought about what you said
5 I am writing to express my complete dissatisfaction with and I’ve got some information and ideas for you to think
the gift I recently ordered from your company. about.
6 two 6 two
7 1st – first complaint and consequences/reasons/ 7 1st – make first suggestion (the route & what to see) and
justifications give information/ reasons/examples/consequences
2nd – second/third complaints and consequences/ 2nd – make second suggestion (where to stay) and give
reasons/justifications information/ reasons/examples/consequences
8 Firstly, What is more, To make matters worse, As a result, In 8 What about ...? I think it would be a good idea to ..., Why
addition, don’t we ...?
9 cracked – The figure was damaged and had a crack in it. 9 too far – I think that it would be a long trip and we would
wrong message – The message engraved on the figure get very tired.
was not the one I had chosen. I agree – I think Anne is right.
took 3 weeks – too late – The item was delivered three Queens Hotel is cheap – The Queens Hotel has
weeks after the date I placed the order and not within ten reasonably priced rooms.
days as advertised. As a result, it arrived long after the Yes – tell her places to visit – There are lots of interesting
occasion for which I purchased it. sights we can see and places we can go such as...
10 Well, I can’t wait to hear from you so we can make all the
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11 When you are confident Ss can complete the task To make matters worse, the item was delivered three
successfully assign it as written HW. Before Ss hand in their weeks after the date I had placed the order and not within ten
pieces of writing, ask them to go through the Checklist for days as advertised. As a result, it arrived long after the
Unit 2 at the back of the book and check their answers occasion for which I purchased it.
against it. As you can imagine I am very disappointed. I insist on a
full refund and an apology for the inconvenience caused. I
Suggested Answer Key
await your prompt reply.
A Dear Mrs Brown, Yours faithfully,
I would like to offer our sincere apologies for the Mark Blackwell
unfortunate delay to the delivery of your goods and the
inconvenience it has caused. I can assure you that we are E Dear Sam,
doing our utmost to rectify this situation as soon as possible. Hi. How are you? Thanks for your letter. I was glad to hear
The reason for the delay is that unfortunately it received you are thinking of taking up tennis and here’s the advice you
some damage in transit. As a result, we were forced to wait for asked for.
a replacement to be sent in the subsequent delivery from our Firstly, if I were you, I would see if there is a local tennis club
suppliers. However, it has now been delivered and we will in your area and become a member. Alternatively, perhaps you
despatch your order within twenty-four hours. know someone who can give you some free tuition? Have you
We deeply regret this unfortunate situation and hope to thought about seeing if the local library has a useful ‘how-to’
retain your valued custom. By way of compensation we would guide? This would help you get started.
like to offer you a complimentary carry case and three rolls of Next, you don’t have to worry about a tennis outfit. Your
film. ordinary trainers and a tracksuit will do. As for equipment, a
Yours sincerely, tennis racquet and a few balls will be enough. You should stick
Jane Thomson to a budget of no more than í75 in case you change your
Customer Service Manager mind later.
Well, I hope my advice will be of some help to you. Write
B Dear Sir/Madam, back and let me know how you get on.
I am in the process of making arrangements for an Love,
anniversary party for my parents and would like to request Emma
some information from you with a view to holding the party at
your hotel. F Dear Jane,
I would like to hold the party on Saturday, 20th April. I Thanks for your letter. I have thought about what you said
expect there will be about 150 guests and I would like it to start and I’ve got some information and ideas for you to think
at approximately 8pm and run until 12pm. about.
Could you tell me the cost of hiring the different function First of all, I think Anne is right. I think that it would be a
rooms? I am also interested in finding out whether there is a long trip and we would get very tired. Instead, why don’t we
disco available. Furthermore, could you possibly send me a just cycle round Lake Windermere as you suggest? There are
sample menu of the dishes available? lots of interesting sights we can see and places we can go such
Thank you for your help in this matter. I look forward to as the castle, Wordsworth House, the Steamboat Centre and
hearing from you at your earliest convenience. the Beatrix Potter Museum.
Yours faithfully, As for where to stay, the Queens Hotel has reasonably
Emma Brown priced rooms. It is also conveniently located near the lake and
would make a great starting point for our trip. It even offers
C Dear Mr Thompson, home-cooked meals, and I think it would be a good idea to
I am writing in reference to your advertisement on the stay there.
notice board at Baines High School for private English lessons. Well, I can’t wait to hear from you so we can make all the
I am sixteen-year-old high school student and I have arrangements. Talk to you soon.
recently passed the First Certificate examination. I wish to Love,
improve my English further so I can sit the Proficiency Lisa
examination which I believe will help me to find a well-paid
job when I leave school.
There are a number of questions I would like to ask. Firstly,
I would like to know where the lessons will take place. Also, Self-Assessment Module 1
could you tell me on what days and at what times the lessons
will take place? I am also interested in finding out whether the
1 Answer Key
tuition will be individual or in small groups.
I can be contacted at the above address or by telephone 1 speaks 8 touch 15 tell
on 01253-701514. I look forward to hearing from you. 2 say 9 open 16 hurt
Yours sincerely, 3 the 10 Hurry 17 off
James Green 4 piece 11 into 18 first
5 mood 12 call 19 from
D Dear Sir/Madam, 6 used 13 miss 20 to
I am writing to express my complete dissatisfaction with 7 too 14 up
the gift I recently ordered from your company.
Firstly, the figure was damaged and had a crack in it. What 2 Answer Key
is more, the message engraved on the figure was not the one I 1 C 3 C 5 B 7 D 9 C
had chosen. Therefore, it was totally unsuitable to give as a gift. 2 B 4 C 6 B 8 C 10 B

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3 Answer Key c. Suggested Answer Key

1 ... was too hot for ... Student B
2 ... there was anything else that ... Both pictures show conversations which are taking place
3 ... not like Duncan ... outdoors. The conversation in picture A is a face-to-face
4 ... I could not remember anything .../did not remember anything conversation between two men whereas the conversation in
5 ... does not feel like going ... picture B is a telephone conversation between three people.
Both the man in picture A and the couple in picture B are
4 Answer Key concentrating and listening carefully. In picture A, the
1 invention 3 reflection 5 importance conversation looks serious. Perhaps they are discussing a
2 defendant 4 Happiness problem. In contrast, the conversation in picture B looks
cheerful. Perhaps they are on holiday and they are calling home.
5 Answer Key The conversation in picture A could end with: “Maybe there’s
1 the 3 ✓ 5 ✓ some way we can sort it out.”
2 After/later 4 her The one in picture B could end with: “We’ll see you all next week!”
6 Answer Key d. Suggested Answer Key
1 b 2 a 3 b 4 b 5 a Student A
I feel most comfortable discussing problems with my mum
7 Suggested Answer Key because she is a good listener and I trust her advice.
1 everything alright 4 don’t think so
2 it’s been a 5 Why not 12 Suggested Answer Key
3 about Dear Miss Diamond,
8 Answer Key Thank you for your prompt reply. We are delighted that you are
able to perform at our party.
1 D 3 C 5 H
The date which would be most suitable is 14th June, which is a
2 F 4 G 6 A
Friday. We would like to start around 8:00 pm, if that is convenient
for you. The venue is the Great Hall on campus, which I am sure you
9 Answer Key
will remember, and we have sold approximately 200 tickets.
1 B 3 C 5 A 7 B We would appreciate it if you could perform for an hour. If this
2 C 4 B 6 B 8 C is not possible, please let me know so I can rearrange the
programme. There are also a number of local bands in the
10 Suggested Answer Key programme, but you are top of the bill.
1 I’ve been studying English for five years. As to whether there are still some tutors here from when you
2 I think that my knowledge of English will help me to find a were a student, I think you may remember Dr Johnson and Mrs
good job and I may then use English at work. Also, I want to Peake. They will be at the party, and are looking forward to
travel, and I think that I will use English abroad because people meeting you again.
in many countries speak English. Please do not hesitate to contact me again if you have any
3 Well, I speak some German and a little Italian. other questions. We are all looking forward to meeting you.
Yours sincerely,
11 a. Suggested Answer Key
John Duggan
Student A
Both pictures show women who look like they are usually very
busy people. In picture A the woman is at home in casual
clothes, whereas in picture B the woman is at work in business Unit 3 – Making a Living
clothes. In picture A, the woman is trying to do three different
things at once: carry the laundry basket, talk on the phone and
hold the baby. In contrast, the woman in picture B is only
doing one thing. Also, the woman in picture B is getting paid Objectives
for her work, whereas the woman in picture A probably isn’t. Vocabulary: types of jobs; skills & qualities; earning money,
The woman in picture A is probably more stressed than the places of work
woman in picture B because she is trying to cope with so many Reading: multiple matching (reading for main points; reading
different tasks at once. I don’t think the woman in picture B is for specific information)
stressed at all because she seems relaxed with her shoes off Listening: multiple choice; note taking (listening for gist,
and her feet up on the chair. main points, detail, function, location, roles & relationships,
attitude, intention, feeling, opinion, specific information)
b. Suggested Answer Key Speaking: asking for/expressing opinions; agreeing/disagreeing;
Student B encouraging; demanding explanations; asking for/giving
I find it very tiring when I stay up late at night trying to finish advice
my homework. Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; word formation:
negative adjectives; open cloze; error correction
Grammar: -ing form or infinitive; reported speech
Phrasal verbs: run; put; take; eat; live; cut (related to money)
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Lead-in (p. 45) 2 a. Write the jobs on the board and initiate a class
discussion about each one. Explain/Elicit the meaning of
1 a. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and explain/elicit where any unknown words. Make notes under each job for
each person works. Read out the example and elicit each of the points in the question. Ss work in pairs and
answers for each of the remaining jobs. use these notes to complete the task. Check Ss’
Suggested Answer Key answers.
B A stockbroker works in the stock exchange or in an office. Suggested Answer Key
C A medical researcher works in a laboratory. nurse: works indoors, needs practical and theoretical nursing
D A grocer works in a grocery shop. qualifications, has career prospects – may work up many levels to
E A flight attendant works on an aeroplane, in the cabin. become a head nurse, poorly-paid, needs the most training, is
F A chef works in a restaurant. physically and emotionally demanding, involves flexible hours and
G A piano teacher works in a school, a college, a conservatory or shift work
as a private teacher in his/her home. stockbroker: works indoors, requires qualifications – a degree in
H An estate agent works in an office called an estate agent’s. Business/Finance/Economics to postgraduate level is usual, may
offer bonuses, well-paid, may receive a commission or a bonus for
Extension: Divide the class into two teams. One team the profit made on buying and selling stocks and shares, is
says the name of a job. The other team says the place mentally demanding and involves long hours
the person works. medical researcher: works indoors, needs a science/medical
e.g. Team A S1: artist degree, may need a Masters or a PhD, well-paid, is mentally
Team B S1: An artist works in a studio. Newscaster. demanding
Team A S2: A newscaster works at a TV station. etc grocer: works indoors, no formal qualifications required, could
have staff discount on goods in the shop
b. Read out the title. Elicit what it means. (‘To make a living’ flight attendant: works indoors, requires qualifications in English,
is an expression which means to work in order to get a wage Maths and languages, has career prospects - may work their way up
for one’s living expenses.) to rank of purser, needs training in first-aid and safety procedures,
Suggested Answer Key has perks and bonuses – gets cheap flights, is physically demanding
due to long and unsociable hours, but the hours are also flexible
The pictures and the title are related because they show different
chef: works indoors, requires formal training and qualifications,
careers people can do in order to earn a living.
may work up to head chef, can be well-paid, perks – free meals, is
physically demanding due to long hours, and can involve shift work
c Elicit what each of the people in the pictures is doing.
piano teacher: works indoors, must have teaching qualifications
Then brainstorm with Ss for ideas about what they
and a music degree, well-paid, can have flexible hours
might say in each of the situations. Write down any
estate agent: works indoors – in an office and outdoors – showing
useful phrases on the board. Ss copy them into their
people around houses in order to sell them, must take to
notebooks and use them as well as their own ideas to
professional examinations, usually has flexible hours, could be
complete the task in pairs. Allow Ss some time to
promoted to a management position, may receive a commission
prepare their answers, then ask various pairs to report
for every sale made or a bonus for selling a house
back to the class.
Suggested Answer Key b. Explain the task and elicit the meaning of any unknown
A I love my job. I get a great feeling of achievement when I help words. Go through the useful language box. Ss work in
somebody. pairs and use the useful language to complete the task.
B So, that’s two thousand shares at 55p a share. Thank you very Monitor Ss’ performance around the class. Ask various
much, Mr Brown. I’m sure you will see a huge return on your pairs to report back to the class.
investment within the next 6 months. Suggested Answer Key
C I’m examining some blood samples under the microscope at
ñ B: I believe that being a nurse and helping people must be
the moment.
rewarding, but stressful too, coping with ill and injured
D A: Here you are, madam.Will there be anything else?
people every day. What do you think?
B: Yes, I’d like a packet of sugar, please.
A: I quite agree with you. Also, I think it must be a secure job
C: Mummy, I want an orange, please.
and they could progress to being a senior nurse or a ward
E The seat belt is fastened like this and unfastened like this.
manager. It’s certainly not a dead-end job.
F It’s always very busy in the kitchen, but I love being a chef.
ñ A: I think that being a stockbroker must be really stressful,
G A: Very good. You’re doing very well. Get ready now. I’m
don’t you agree?
going to turn the page.
B: Perhaps you’re right, but on the other hand, they enjoy a
B: OK.
lot of perks and bonuses as well. It’s certainly financially
H I’ve just sold another house.
rewarding!
ñ A: To me a grocer’s job is a dead-end job. What’s your opinion?
Extension: Ss work in pairs. They think of a short
B: That’s not quite the way I see it. An employee could work
dialogue in a workplace. Each pair acts out the
their way up to a management position if they were
dialogue, the class try to guess where it takes place and
ambitious.
who the speakers are.
ñ A: I think a flight attendant’s job must be repetitive because
e.g. A: How much do they cost?
they follow a fixed routine every flight: giving safety
B: 50p each.
instructions, serving drinks and meals. Don’t you agree?
A: Give me a dozen, please.
B: I couldn’t agree more. It must be quite boring.
place: florist’s
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ñ B: I believe a chef’s work is creative. Thinking up new dishes Reading (pp. 46-47)
needs imagination. What’s your opinion?
A: I see what you mean, but not all chefs invent new dishes. 1 a. Explain the task. Elicit how each person could help or not
Some of them cook the same thing over and over again, when choosing a career. Ss work in pairs and complete
and that could be repetitive. the task. Ask some pairs to report back to the class.
ñ B: To my mind a piano teacher’s job is creative and rewarding. Suggested Answer Key
What’s your opinion?
... they know my academic strengths and weaknesses, and they
A: I partly agree, but they must give the same lessons over
could help me choose a career which would suit my abilities.
and over again, and that could be repetitive.
ñ A: In my opinion an estate agent’s job is quite secure. After all,
b. Explain the task and read out the options. Explain/Elicit
people will always want to buy and sell houses, won’t they?
the meaning of any unknown words. Ss complete the
B: That’s true. To me it’s quite stressful though, because they
task, then compare their answers in pairs. Check Ss’
have to co-ordinate the needs of the house-buyers and the
answers.
house-sellers, and people may want different things!
(Ss’ own answers)
3 a. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers and ask them to c. Read out the question and elicit answers from various Ss
identify what helped them. Ss can then look at the around the class.
tapescript at the back of the S’s Book and check their Suggested Answer Key
words.
I think it’s easier to get a good job nowadays. In my parents’ day
Answer Key not so many people went on to higher education. Today, a good
Speaker A: a flight attendant (travel, cheaper air tickets, hours education is available to a greater number of people. If people
changing, never in one place very long) have qualifications they have a better chance of getting a good
Speaker B: a nurse (kind, patient, caring, careful, helping people job.
... need)
Speaker C: a chef (food, creative, hygiene, what I make, hours 2 a. Read out the title of the article and the headings. Elicit
antisocial) answers around the class.

b. Explain the task. Ss may choose a job from those already Suggested Answer Key
presented or one of their own. Allow Ss two to three I think the article is going to be about young people’s career
mins to prepare their monologues. Choose a S to start. choices today.
The S that guesses correctly then chooses another job
and continues the game. b. Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the text
Suggested Answer Key quickly and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
I deal with people and money. I need to be patient and careful. Suggested Answer Key
Sometimes I give customers advice. My salary is quite good. I like Main ideas:
my job because it is challenging and I like working with people. Para 1: Why do parents make terrible careers advisors?
Answer: bank clerk Para 2: Today’s 14 and 15-year olds – are optimistic about their
prospects but their career ideas are rather vague
4 Explain the task. Read the quotations aloud. Explain/Elicit (optimistic = positive – vague = unclear)
what they mean. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers Para 3: A job for life is not in their vocabulary; neither is a dead-
around the class. end but secure job ( not in their vocabulary = what (they)
Suggested Answer Key don’t want)
Para 4: In the past - guidance counsellors - their faith in rigid
“I’d rather be poor and happy than rich and unhappy .” career paths (in the past = the old attitude)
A: Well, I couldn’t agree more. There’s no point in being a Para 5: But the world has changed. The future belongs to quick-
millionaire if there’s no joy in your life, is there? Material thinking people (the future = tomorrow’s)
possessions are not more important than simple things, like Para 6: she has to have the training and guidance to help her - no
feeling happy. one is telling them how to turn the new rules of the
B: That’s not quite the way I see it actually. To my mind being very employment game to their advantage (guidance =
rich solves more problems than it causes. I believe my life support)
would be more comfortable if I were a millionaire. Para 7: A good first step would be to change the way in which
“Whatever job you have, you should do it well.” schools prepare young people for adult life. (change =
A: That’s true. Your attitude is the most important thing. If you rethinking, schools prepare = we teach them)
work hard and try to do a good job, that’s what counts, not the Para 8: up-to-date information on new jobs and qualifications
type of work you do. After all, isn’t every job important in its can help guidance counsellors to help their students
own way? (guidance counsellors = careers advisor)
B: I don’t agree at all. Of course it matters what kind of job you Para 9: the best thing is to forget all the advice your parents gave
do! Some types of work are more important to society than you and step into your teenager’s shoes (step into your
others. I believe it’s what you do, and not how you do it that is teenager’s shoes = see the world through their eyes)
important.
3 a. Explain the task. Go through the tip. Allow Ss some time
to read the text again and complete the task using their
answers to Ex. 2b to help them. Check Ss’ answers.

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Answer Key 5 earn a decent living

1 B 3 E 5 A 7 C 6 can act as a remedy
2 H 4 G 6 F 7 put yourself in their position

b. Explain the task. Ss complete the task in pairs. Check Ss’ 6 Ss discuss the question in pairs. Check Ss’ answers.
answers. Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key The writer addresses parents of teenagers. The words and phrases
Why can’t parents give good careers advice? which determine this are:
Young people have different ideas about work from their ñ ‘Why do parents make terrible careers advisers?’ (in relation to
parents. the previous four lines) (lines 4-5)
They want to do something that they will enjoy. ñ ‘we as parents’ (line 55)
Attitudes were different in the past. ñ ‘Step into your teenager’s shoes!’ (line 57)
Modern career paths are changeable.
Different skills are needed to succeed in today’s job market. 7 Read out the questions. Ss work in pairs and discuss them.
Schools need to help young peope to develop a wider range of Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask some
skills. pairs to report back to the class.
Careers advisors should offer positive encouragement and (Ss’ own answers)
accurate information to today’s job seekers.
Parents need to see things from their child’s point of view. 8 Divide the class into groups of three. Ss complete the task.
Ask some groups to act out their dialogues in front of the
4 a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task using their class.
dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
A: Have you decided what you are going to do when you leave
prospects: chances of being successful school, Jane?
determined: decided upon sth B: Yes, I want to be a singer.
rigid: unchangeable, fixed A: No, seriously.
well-founded: justified B: I am serious. I want to sing in nightclubs.
dependable: reliable C: You are not being very practical. You need to think about
resourceful: able to use initiative getting a proper job with a steady wage.
pitfalls: things that may cause problems B: Your father’s right. Singing is not a very secure job, is it?
redundancy: loss of one’s job due to financial reasons A: Maybe not, but it’s what I want to do.
freelancing: being self-employed, working for different employers C: You should think about getting an office job with a pension so
obsessed: thinking about something constantly you will have a regular income and a pension at the end of it.
guidance counsellors: careers advisors A: I want to have a job where I can travel and meet lots of people.
optimism: positive outlook I don’t want to be stuck in a boring old office all my life!
resilient: strong, able to recover easily from setbacks B: Why don’t you give it a try? You can sing at the weekend.
A: No, I’ve made up my mind. I want to earn my living doing
b. Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. something I love, not something boring just because there’s a
Check Ss’ answers. pay packet every week.
Answer Key
Positive: practical, ambitious, optimistic, determined, diligent,
Language Focus (pp. 48- 49)
dependable, quick-thinking, resourceful, independent, resilient
Negative: obsessed, unrealistic 1 Read out the list of qualities and elicit/explain the meaning
of any unknown words. Choose two Ss to read the example
c. Explain that the words can be matched to form aloud. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Monitor Ss’
collocations used in the text. Allow Ss two mins to performance, then ask some pairs to report back to the
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers and check Ss’ class.
understand the meaning of the collocations. Ss then
Suggested Answer Key
make sentences.
B A: I think a door-to-door salesperson must be persuasive in
Answer Key order to encourage people to buy things from him. What
pay the bills (lines 13-14) take the initiative (line 27) do you think?
follow your dreams (line 60) get ahead (line 23) B: I agree. I think they also need to be persistent, because
change your plans (line 21) step into sb’s shoes (line 57) they must face rejection a lot. It would be good for the
customers if the salesperson were honest too!
5 Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. C A: I think a tour guide has to be punctual and calm because
Encourage Ss to work out the meaning from the context. he is responsible for seeing that a tour programme runs
Check Ss’ answers. smoothly.
Suggested Answer Key B: I see what you mean. What’s more, they should be patient
1 is not something they think or talk about and caring because they are dealing with the public.
2 a job that leads nowhere and has no prospects D A: I believe that a firefighter needs to be courageous, as he
3 shocked and appalled needs to enter burning buildings to put out fires and save
4 does not offer benefits people from the flames.
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B: I totally agree. They should be physically strong too, as 4 a. Elicit the meaning of countable nouns (nouns which can
they may need to carry out injured people. I also believe be counted, e.g. book, flower) and uncountable nouns
they need to be emotionally strong, to cope in disasters (nouns which can’t be counted, e.g. sugar, money). Explain
and emergencies. the task and read out the nouns in the list. Explain any
unknown words and elicit answers around the class.
E A: To me, an interpreter has to be intelligent and alert
because what they are interpreting may be of great Answer Key
importance, and it needs to be accurate. Countable: wage, salary, pension
B: I see what you mean. I would say it’s important for them to Uncountable: pay, savings, interest, cash, pocket money
be quick-thinking too, as sometimes they need to interpret
at great speed. b. Allow Ss two mins to complete the task in pairs. Check
F A: I think an executive has to be decisive because she will Ss’ answers by asking them to read out the completed
need to make important company decisions. What’s your sentences.
opinion? Answer Key
B: I quite agree with you. I think they also need to be
intelligent and hardworking because it is a demanding 1 interest 4 pay 7 pension
job. 2 pocket money 5 cash 8 savings
3 wage 6 salary
2 a. Ss work on their own and complete the task, then
compare their lists in pairs. Elicit Ss’ answers, and write c. Elicit a variety of answers from Ss around the class.
them on the board. Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key Most of my salary goes into my savings.
shop assistant, waitress/waiter, babysitter, hotel maid, pizza I pay a lot of interest on my credit card.
delivery boy, cleaner, kitchen porter, camp leader etc. I am saving up my pocket-money for my holidays.
I can’t wait to get my first pay packet.
b. Explain the task and go through the useful language
box. Read out the example dialogue, then Ss work in 5 Elicit a variety of jobs for each place. Write these on the
pairs and complete the task. Monitor Ss’ performance board. Check that Ss understand what each skill means and
around the class. write it on the board. Ss work in pairs and discuss the hours
and skills required for each job. Check Ss’ answers by asking
Suggested Answer Key various pairs to report their answers to the class.
ñ A: You’d be great as a babysitter because you really love Suggested Answer Key
children.
B: You might be right actually. I’ll ask around and see if ñ department store: stockroom assistant
anyone needs my services. A stockroom assistant could be part-time or full-time. They
should have organisational skills to arrange the stock, and
ñ B: This would be ideal for you, a part-time sales assistant in mathematical skills to add and subtract the incoming and
your favourite shop! outgoing stock.
A: No, that’s not for me. I love shopping, but I don’t think I
could cope with standing up all day serving customers! ñ school: headteacher, teacher
A headteacher – This is a full-time position requiring
ñ A: You’d make a great bartender. You’re so sociable. managerial and organisational skills to administer the school
B: Yes, that’s certainly a possibility. I’ll look into it. and its staff. It also requires mathematical skills to organise the
ñ B: I can just imagine you as a waiter in a good restaurant. school budget, and communication skills in order to converse
You’re very charming. Just think of all the tips you’d make! with teachers, parents and students.
A: You surprise me. It’s not my kind of thing at all! I’d rather A teacher – Teaching can be a full- or part-time job. The skills
work in a music shop. required are: managerial to keep order in the classroom,
organisational to create a syllabus for the students to study,
3 a. Read out the reasons A- F. Elicit from Ss what sort of and communication to be able to pass on knowledge to
jobs each reason might apply to. Play the recording his/her students and discuss matters with parents, and other
twice. Ss listen and complete the task. Check Ss’ teachers.
answers, and elicit the words they heard that helped ñ cruise ship – ship’s doctor, entertainment manager
them decide. Also elicit the job each speaker has. A ship’s doctor – This is a full-time job. Many special skills are
Answer Key needed including, communication and language skills in
order to converse with patients, and organisational skills to
Speaker 1 C (lighthouse keeper) manage his/her practice efficiently.
Speaker 2 E (interpreter) An entertainment manager – This is likely to be a full-time job.
Speaker 3 A (primary school teacher) Managerial and organisational skills are essential for the co-
Speaker 4 F (air-hostess) ordination of the entertainment programme. Communication
Speaker 5 B (social worker) skills are also very important, as the manager deals with
entertainers and the ship’s passengers.
b. Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and do the task. Ask
some pairs to report back to the class.
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ñ hospital: nurse, doctor 9 Ss work in pairs to fill in the prepositions they can, then refer
A nurse – This job is usually full-time and requires very good to Appendix 1 at the back of the book to check and complete
communication skills. A nurse is in such close contact with the rest. Check Ss’ answers, then Ss continue in pairs to write
his/her patients that he/she must be able to converse well. sentences. Ask individual Ss to read out their sentences.
Organisational skills are also necessary as the nurse’s duties
Answer Key
must be performed in an organised manner.
A hospital doctor works full-time and needs excellent 2 from 7 by/with 12 for
communication skills in order to attend to patients and deal 3 for 8 in 13 at
with the nursing staff. Mathematical skills are also required to 4 in 9 in 14 at
calculate the correct dosage for medicine. 5 with 10 in 15 in
6 in/with 11 for
ñ restaurant: chef, waiter/waitress
A chef is a full-time position in most cases. The job calls for Suggested Answer Key
good organisational skills to manage the food preparation in
2 Mrs Green is sixty years old and will retire from her job next
the kitchen well, communication skills to deal with the kitchen
month.
staff, waiters and restaurant manager, and mathematical
3 Harry encouraged his friend to apply for the position because
skills to work out how much food to order for the dishes that
it was such a good opportunity.
he/she will prepare.
4 When she finishes her law degree, she will specialise in
A waiter/waitress – This job can be full or part-time.
company law.
Communication skills are very important as the waiter/
5 I enjoy my job because I deal with the public, and this brings
waitress takes orders from customers.
me satisfaction.
ñ supermarket: checkout assistant, store manager 6 I have experience in marketing, but I prefer sales.
A checkout assistant – This job could be full- or part- time. I have lots of experience with children.
Special skills are not really required as the cash register will 7 Everyone was impressed by the new office assistant because
calculate the total cost of people’s shopping and how much he was so diligent.
change is to be given. Good communication skills are an I was very impressed with the new staff room.
advantage as the job involves close contact with the public. 8 He is ambitious and very interested in promotion.
A store manager – This is a full-time position which demands a 9 She is highly experienced in all kinds of accounting.
combination of various skills. These include: managerial and 10 George is qualified in computing. He is a qualified computer
organisational skills in order to run the supermarket efficiently, engineer.
communication skills to handle both the supermarket staff 11 She was very suitable for the job.
and customers well, mathematical skills to calculate the 12 The new manager will be responsible for sales and marketing.
profits and expenditure and telephone skills to communicate 13 The chef is skilled at creating all kinds of seafood dishes.
with the head office and suppliers. 14 Do you think I would be good at dealing with difficult
customers?
6 Ss complete the task looking up unknown words in their 15 Please fill in an application form and hand it to the secretary.
dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers.
Answer Key
Listening & Speaking (pp. 50-51)
1 profession 4 crew 7 perks
2 resign 5 candidates 1 a. Explain the task. Point out that Ss will hear eight
3 employer 6 vacancy unrelated dialogues and that there is one question
related to each one. Allow Ss some time to read
7 Do item 1 with Ss then Ss work in pairs and complete the through the questions and underline the key words. Ask
task. Check Ss’ answers. Ss to say what each situation is, who the speakers are
and where it takes place, where they can for each
Answer Key question. Check Ss’ answers.
1 d 3 e 5 h 7 a 9 c Suggested Answer Key
2 g 4 i 6 b 8 j 10 f
1 Key words: place of work; owner; secretary; colleague
The conversation takes places in a workplace. The speakers
8 Do the first sentence with the class, showing them how to are a man and a woman.
work out the meaning of the phrasal verb from the 2 Key words: news report; British employees; variety; reluctant to
sentence. Ss complete the exercise in pairs. Then, tell Ss to have children; don’t like fixed schedules
check their answers using Appendix 2 at the back of the It could be a TV or radio news report. There is probably one
book. Check Ss’ answers. Ss should then memorise the speaker. The language will be semi-formal/formal. It seems to
phrasal verbs. be about the likes and dislikes of British employees.
Answer Key 3 Key words: advertisement; radio; purpose; young people;
learn music; musicians; holiday; recruit; young musicians
1 have spent/used it all 4 reducing, using up
It’s a radio advertisement. There could be one or more speakers,
2 saving 5 pay living expenses
the language is probably quite informal and persuasive. It’s
3 obtain 6 reduce
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4 Key words: live radio broadcast; New Year; Chelsea FC; won;
match; London; mayor c. Allow Ss some time to think of interview tips of their
It’s not pre-recorded. We may hear a reporter and a crowd of own in pairs. Elicit Ss’ answers.
people. Probably some kind of announcement will be made
Suggested Answer Key
about a special occasion.
5 Key words: woman; mobile phone; feel; confused; upset; ñ Answer questions calmly.
stressed; angry; disappointed; sad ñ Dress appropriately.
The speaker is a woman. We will hear one side of a telephone ñ Be early.
conversation. We can guess she is speaking in an emotional way. ñ Don’t chew gum.
6 Key words: speech; where; meeting; ceremony; company party ñ Give a firm handshake to each interviewer.
The speaker will be one person. There may be some background ñ Sit comfortably.
noise like applause or the murmur of conversation. ñ Use positive words, e.g. when instead of if.
7 Key words: job interview; girl’s; education; high school; degree; ñ Don’t dominate the interview.
post-graduate degree ñ Be attentive.
There will probably be two people – the candidate and the
interviewer. The interviewee is a girl. This is a formal situation. 3 a. Divide the class into pairs and each pair into Ss A and B.
We will hear specific information about the girl’s education. Ask all Ss to look at the pictures and elicit/provide key
8 Key words: two neighbours; think of working from home; vocabulary items (e.g. potter, pottery, vase, clay, keyboard,
irritating; less social; advantages type). Remind Ss that SAs must talk about similarities and
There are two speakers and one is a woman. they know each differences between the pictures, not just describe them
other quite well so the language may be informal. They are (refer Ss back to language for comparing and contrasting
going to talk about working from home. in Unit 1 p.13) and also answer the second part of the
question. Then SAs complete the speaking task. Go
b. Play the recording twice. Ss complete the task. Check around the class and monitor Ss’ performance, then ask
Ss’ answers by playing the recording again, pausing individual Ss to report back to the class.
after each piece of information is given. Ask Ss to say Suggested Answer Key
which words/phrases helped them to deduce their
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 51 in the S’s Book.
answers. As an alternative Ss can look at the relevant
script in the tapescripts section and underline the
b. Read out the question and elicit answers from SBs
words.
around the class.
Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
1 A 3 C 5 B 7 B
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 51 in the S’s Book.
2 C 4 A 6 B 8 C
c. Ss work in the same pairs. Allow SB in each pair a
2 a. Introduce the subject of job interviews. Ask Ss to read
minute to study the pictures and then complete the
through the gapped text and guess what information is
task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then
missing. Explain that what Ss will hear is paraphrased in
ask some Ss to report back.
the text. Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 51 in the S’s Book.
1 workplace, employment market – nowadays, lots of competition
2 company, location – if you can, pay a visit, the day before
d. Read the question aloud and elicit answers from various
3 confidence – researching the prospective employer
SAs around the class.
4 initiative, free time, information – make a list of things you
may be asked or wish to ask Suggested Answer Key
5 write down – your questions See tapescript for Exercise 4 p. 51 in the S’s Book.
6 bad impression – not being punctual
7 public transport – keep in mind ... may be late 4 Explain that Ss will hear a model interview based on the
8 nice, polite, friendly – when you enter the company building tasks in Ex. 3a-d. Check Ss understand the criteria for
9 relax – interviewees normally, when the interview is over assessment, and ask Ss to listen and think about what is
10 wages, pay, salary – avoid asking the interviewer questions good about the candidates’ performance. (Both candidates
perform very well according to all the criteria.)
b. Explain that this is a note-taking exercise and that Ss
need to listen carefully for key points. Remind Ss that Then ask Ss to assess their partner’s performance according
they should not write more than three words in each to these criteria. Encourage them to give positive as well as
gap. Play the recording twice.Ss listen and fill in the negative feedback. Allow Ss a few minutes to give each
gaps. Check Ss’ answers by playing the recording again other feedback in pairs. For more formal peer assessment,
with pauses. photocopy the Peer Assessment Checklist at the back of the
Teacher’s Book.
Answer Key
1 job market 6 bad first impression
2 company or organisation 7 buses or trains
3 self-confidence 8 polite and courteous
4 information 9 ask questions
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Suggested Answer Key

Oral performance at FCE level is assessed according
ñ A: I really don’t know what to do about my job. My salary
to four different criteria.
isn’t very high and I think I deserve to be paid more.
B: I suggest you speak to your employer about it. The worst
1 Grammar and Vocabulary
she can do is say ‘no’!
ñ The ability to use a variety of different
grammatical structures and to produce them ñ B: I’m having a problem deciding what to do. I really like my
correctly. job, but I have to start work very early in the morning and
ñ The ability to use a variety of vocabulary I’m getting fed up with it.
appropriately. A: Here’s what I’d do. I’d go to my manager and ask if I could
change my hours or work mornings on a rota system. Do
2 Discourse Management
you think that might work?
ñ The ability to connect ideas using linking
words.
For further practice, Ss ask for and give advice based on
ñ The ability to organise ideas and produce a
further situations of their choice.
contribution of suitable length.
3 Pronunciation 7 Explain that the expressions a- d are related to money. Allow
The ability to pronounce individual sounds clearly Ss two minutes to read the sentences, then complete the
and to use stress and intonation patterns to task in pairs. Check Ss’ answers.
highlight meaning.
Suggested Answer Key
4 Interactive Communication
b A: Could you lend me í10 until next week?
ñ The ability to speak fluently without frequent
B: Sorry, I’m broke.
pauses to search for words.
ñ The ability to communicate ideas and take c A: I’d like to pay for these shoes by credit card.
part in a discussion with a partner. B: Sorry, we don’t accept credit cards.
d A: Can I pay with a í50 note?
B: Have you nothing smaller?
5 a. Ask two Ss to read out the dialogue. Elicit answers from
the class.
Suggested Answer Key Reading: Culture Clip (pp. 52-53)
Phrases to be underlined: ‘I don’t really understand why ...’; ‘Do 1 a. Read out the list of jobs and ask Ss to look at the
you really expect me to believe that?’ pictures. Elicit which jobs are shown in the pictures. Ask
B is an employee and A is the employer/manager. two Ss to read out the example. Ss discuss in pairs what
The problem seems to be that person B is repeatedly late for work they think each person does at work. Check Ss’ answers
and person A is angry about this behaviour. and give information where necessary.

b. Focus on the phrases in the useful language box and Suggested Answer Key
elicit example sentences. Check that Ss use the correct 2 A: That looks like a strange job! He must be a town crier.
word order for indirect questions. Read out the B: Yes, he makes public announcements at events and
situations. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Ask ceremonies in a town.
some pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the
3 A: It looks as if he’s high up in the air so he must be a steeplejack.
class.
B: Yes. He cleans or repairs high buildings, church steeples,
Suggested Answer Key for example.
ñ A: Can you tell me why you keep using my computer? You 4 B: I think the man in picture 4 must be a chimney sweep
have one of your own, don’t you? judging by that brush and his black clothes.
B: Well, you see, there’s a problem with mine, and until it’s A: Yes, I think he climbs up the inside of chimneys to clean
repaired I can’t use it. them.
ñ B: Can you explain why the report I gave you hasn’t been 5 A: I think he’s a butler and he works in a private house for a
finished on time? It’s two weeks late! rich employer. What do you think?
A: To be honest, there were so many errors in it that I thought B: Yes. Butlers manage the whole house for their employer.
it better to re-write the whole thing. They’re responsible for everything – food, drinks, bills,
ñ A: I can’t concentrate today. Why is it that your mobile phone cleaning, gardening – even the other staff if there are any.
keeps ringing all the time? It’s quite a difficult job really.
B: Well you see, I’m selling a motorbike and people have been 6 A: He’s a milkman, but I don’t think that there are many
calling all day because they are interested in buying it. milkmen left nowadays.
B: No, it’s a pity because they used to deliver dairy products
6 Ask Ss when they ask for and give advice. Go through the to your door, which was very convenient.
useful language box and explain the task. Read out the
situations and ask two Ss to read out the example. Ss work b. Ss read the title of the text, the introduction and the
in pairs and complete the task. Ask some pairs to act out subheading. Elicit answers from Ss as to what they think
their dialogues in front of the class. the text is about. Ss work in pairs and complete the
task. Check Ss’ answers, then Ss read the article silently
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Suggested Answer Key e A sweep visits people’s homes and they usually offer him a cup
I think the text is about the unusual and traditional British jobs in of tea and like to chat. Conversation with his customers is an
the pictures. It might tell us about the survival of these jobs in the important aspect of his job.
modern world.
4 Ss explain the words/phrases in bold by giving examples or
(Ss’ own answers) synonyms. They may use their dictionaries if necessary.

2 a. Read the example. Help Ss to answer the question. Suggested Answer Key
self-employed: works for himself
Answer Key
train: learn the skills required for the job
During the week I’m in jeans and a shirt - At weekends- I put on a extended: long
suit. (lines 7-10) grace: make more attractive
ceremonial: related to a ceremony
b. Ss work in pairs and do the task. Check Ss’ answers. promotional: related to advertising and sales
Help Ss if necessary. booming: very loud
Suggested Answer Key boast: something he is proud about
complete his round: finish delivering in his area
1, 2 wear special clothes – have a special/unique costume/
crates: plastic containers for bottles
uniform
strains: causes pain and discomfort through overwork
3 works at night - doesn’t work in the day
go against nature: do something unnatural
4 undergo formal training - completed a special training
isolated: lonely, alone
course
faulty: malfunctioning, not working properly
5, 6 like the sociable part - like meeting people
obstructions: blockages
7 doing job since child - ever since he was a young boy
ventilation: circulation of air
8 rarely has contact with people - doesn’t meet/see many
on your guard: be wary, alert
people
bomb scares: bomb threats
9, 10 travel - get to go to lots of different places
11, 12 live and work same place - work from home
5 Ss read the text again and make notes about the qualities
13, 14 have to be fit - need to be in good shape
related to each job. Ss work in pairs and talk about them.
As an extension, Ss can collect information about traditional
c. Instruct Ss to do the task one section at a time: read each
jobs in their country and prepare a poster for the class.
section of the text carefully, go through the whole list of
Alternatively, they can find the similarities and differences
questions and decide which apply to that section; then,
between these jobs and the jobs in their country and
go on to the next section of the text. Allow Ss some time
present their findings to the class.
to read the texts silently and complete the task. Check Ss’
answers, asking Ss to justify their answers Suggested Answer Key
Answer Key Butler
Shaun Harrison mentions that he needs to be polite, respectful
1
2
C (line 35)
F (lines 83-84) } in any order and well-organised. I strongly agree that these are necessary
qualities for a butler.
3 D (line 52)
4 B (lines 16-17) Steeplejack
Mark Thompson says that in order to be a steeplejack a person should
5
6
E (lines 73-74)
F (lines 87-88) } in any order
have a head for heights, be strong and quite fearless. I agree, and I
7 E (line 64) would add that a steeplejack also needs to be careful and cautious,
8 D (line 61) because it is dangerous to work at such a great height.
9
10
C (line 38)
B (line 23) } in any order Town Crier
Peter Moore states that he has a booming voice and this is
11
12
F (lines 85-87)
A (lines 5-10) } in any order certainly a necessary quality for a town crier. Furthermore, I believe
that a town crier needs to be an extrovert and sociable.
13
14
D (line 55)
B (line 23) } in any order Milkman
Rick Booth says that a milkman needs to be in good shape to do
3 Explain the task. Do the first item with Ss, then Ss complete his job. I agree because it’s physical work and it involves a lot of
the task in pairs. Check Ss’ answers. heavy lifting.

Suggested Answer Key Chimney Sweep

Ted Cox mentions that in order to be a good sweep, you have to be
a I cannot choose when I will take my holiday leave. My employer
a good listener. I quite agree with this because he works in people’s
informs me when I can take it, in order to fit in with his plans.
homes and there is a social aspect to his job. I would also say that
b To be a steeplejack you should not be afraid of heights. You
you need to be careful to do the job properly.
have to feel comfortable and confident about working on tall
buildings. Yeoman of the Guard/Beefeater
c The job of town crier is very old, traditional and liked by a lot of Miles Reed says that Beefeaters have to be on their guard at all
people. By continuing this profession, it is not forgotten or lost. times for bomb scares and robbery attempts, and I strongly agree.
d Picking up and carrying heavy crates of milk hurts my hands He also mentions that he enjoys meeting people from all over the
and makes the skin on them rough and dry. world, so being sociable is also important.
(Ss’ own answers)
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6 Ss work in pairs and give their opinions. 4 a buying – a past habit that has stopped
b to buy – shows purpose
Suggested Answer Key
5 a to send – attempt
ñ A: I think some of these jobs are in danger of disappearing b sending – do sth as an experiment
because times have changed.
B: That’s true. In the modern world there isn’t really any 3 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss complete the
necessity for the role of town crier in my opinion, don’t you exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
think so?
A: I agree. However, I believe that jobs like the steeplejack Answer Key
and butler are still relevant today because a need exists for 1 We can’t afford to eat there.
them. 2 They couldn’t help laughing when she tripped over the cable.
3 He avoids buying expensive clothes.
ñ A: In my country a traditional job which is in danger of
4 I didn’t remember to bring my wallet.
disappearing is that of a grocer in a small grocery shop.
5 We are looking forward to seeing you next month.
This is because big supermarket chains offer customers
products at a much cheaper price.
4 Go through the list of verbs with Ss, then read out the
B: I agree. As small grocery shops can’t afford competitive
example. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking
prices, people prefer to do their shopping in supermarkets.
individual Ss to read out their answers to the class.
7 Ss work in pairs. One S takes the role of interviewer and Suggested Answer Key
formulates questions while the other S takes the role of a ñ You can choose to work at home on this project if you wish.
person from the text and answers the questions. Monitor ñ Sarah offered to help me as I had a mountain of work to do.
Ss’ performance around the class, then ask some pairs to ñ My manager hates people using their mobile phones in the
act out their interviews in front of the class. office.
Suggested Answer Key ñ I would prefer to work in a non-smoking office.
ñ I can’t stand listening to office gossip.
A: So, Mr Harrison. What do you do for a living?
ñ Try to read all the reports tonight so that we can discuss them
B: I’m a butler.
tomorrow morning.
A: What skills are required to be a butler?
ñ Stop wasting time and get on with your work.
B: You have to be polite, respectful and well-organised.
ñ I am very pleased to accept your job offer.
A: What exactly does your job involve?
ñ Was it difficult to learn how to use the computer?
B: I do everything from paying the bills to picking up the children,
organising parties and getting the washing machine repaired.
5 Read out the examples. Elicit answers from the class. Refer
A: Who do you work for?
Ss to the Grammar Reference section for more detail.
B: I work for a family in Oxfordshire.
A: Do you wear a uniform? Answer Key
B: Not really. During the week I’m in jeans and a shirt, then at 1 The present form in direct speech changes to the past form in
weekends, when the family arrives, I put on a suit. reported speech. (e.g. doesn’t ➝ didn’t, can ➝ could)
A: Do you get much time off? For orders, the imperative changes to an infinitive in reported
B: I get four weeks’ holiday a year and I have to take it when it speech. (switch ➝ told me to switch)
suits my employer. 2 A change of speaker means a change of pronoun in order to
keep the meaning clear (e.g. assuming Larry was talking to
me, and now I am reporting it, "Can you help me?" ➝ Larry
English in Use (pp. 54-55) asked if I could help him.)
1 Quickly revise the infinitive and the -ing form. Refer Ss to 3 asked (if), said (that), told (me to)
the Grammar Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 4 Word order changes in reported questions. (e.g. Can you ➝ if I
with Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. could)
Punctuation changes in reported questions – the question
Suggested Answer Key mark is not used. Also quotation marks are not used in
1 to have 5 to fire 8 spending reported speech.
2 watching 6 to work 9 to apply Certain words like demonstratives and time words change in
3 moving 7 to have 10 making reported speech. (e.g. This ➝ it)
4 ringing
6 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Elicit which verbs
2 Explain that some verbs have a different meaning could be used with which sentences. Draw Ss’ attention to
depending on whether they are followed by a gerund or an the note and point out the different possible structures that
infinitive. Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in can be used with the other reporting verbs given. Ss work in
pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking
some Ss to present their answers to the class.
Answer Key
1 a to work – expresses a future desire Answer Key
b working – enjoy 1 Sheila admitted that she had made the mistake.
2 a to call – refers to an action that needed to be done 2 Sheila offered to help Steve.
b calling – recall a past action 3 Sheila explained to Steve how the machine worked.
3 a staying up – involves 4 Sheila invited Steve to go with them.
b to stay up – intend 5 Sheila threatened to leave if things did not improve.
6 Sheila complained to Steve that she really didn’t like it.
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7 Sheila asked Steve what the new boss was like. before and after each gap to help them decide on the
8 Sheila insisted that Steve worked on Saturdays. missing word. Ss work in pairs and complete the exercise.
9 Sheila reminded Steve to take his briefcase. Check Ss’ answers on the board.
10 Sheila suggested to Steve that he used that computer.
Answer Key
7 Explain the task. Choose two Ss to read out the example 1 someone 6 much 11 which/that
dialogue. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ 2 whenever 7 at 12 having
answers by asking various Ss to act out their dialogues in 3 yourself 8 least 13 them
front of the class. 4 However 9 without 14 it
5 such 10 also 15 should
Suggested Answer Key
A: What are you doing?
11 Ask Ss to look at the title, then skim the text to get the gist
B: Jane offered to lend me her computer because mine isn’t
and say what it is about. Then tell Ss to read the first
working properly.
sentence more carefully, and establish that the first line is
A: But that’s not Jane’s computer, it’s mine.
correct. Next focus on the second line and ask Ss to explain
B: Oh sorry! Paul told me that this was Jane’s desk.
why the is an error (‘other people’ refers to people in general and
A: The manager insisted that I stay behind after work today to not a specific group of people so no article is required). Ask Ss to
look for the missing file. read the following sentence and focus on the next two lines
B: There must be some mistake. I informed him that I found the (items 1 and 2). Elicit that back is not used with the verb
file earlier. remember, and so is an error, and that the next line is
A: No one told me. That’s a relief! By the way, Mr Harris insisted correct. Remind Ss that they should always look at whole
that you call him. etc sentences to find the errors, not just each line at a time,
since some errors depend on the grammar of the whole
8 Explain the task. Point out that the second sentence should sentence and Ss might mistakenly think they are correct in
have the same meaning as the first sentence. Remind Ss the smaller context of the line. Ss complete the task
that they must not change the word given. Do item 1 with individually or in pairs. Encourage Ss to reread the whole
Ss. Elicit the grammar structure tested. Then Ss complete text afterwards to check that it is all correct. Check Ss’
the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. answers, asking for a justification for each error found.
Answer Key Answer Key
1 ... told Bob not to be ... (reported speech) 1 back (the adverb ‘back’ is not used with ‘remember’)
2 ... used his computer without asking ... (-ing form after 2 ✓
preposition) 3 of (the verb ‘waste’ is not followed by ‘of’, though the noun
3 ... no point in listening to ... (phrase used with -ing form) ‘waste’ can be as in, ‘a waste of time’)
4 ... if he knew what time ... (reported speech) 4 us (the pronoun ‘us’ is incorrect without the preposition ‘to’)
5 ... did not succeed in getting ... (-ing form) 5 ✓
6 ... finished his speech by showing ... (-ing form) 6 to (we do not need the preposition ‘to’ in this sentence – send
7 ... why she had not tried ... (reported speech) sth to sb BUT send sb sth)
8 ... accused Liz of stealing her ... (reporting verb followed by -ing 7 in (‘spend a fortune’ is a fixed phrase that does not need a
form) second preposition)
9 ... offered to help me file ... (reported speech) 8 ✓
10 ... apologised for cancelling ... (reported speech) 9 ✓
10 from (the verb ‘avoid’ is not used with the preposition ‘from’)
9 Explain the task. Explain that the prefixes go at the 11 for (the verb ‘expect’ is not used with the preposition ‘for’)
beginning of the adjectives to change their meaning from 12 them (the pronoun ‘them’ is incorrect without the preposition
positive to negative. Point out that in- becomes im- before ‘to’)
adjectives which start with m or p, il- before adjectives 13 to (the verb ‘read’ does not need a preposition in this sentence)
which start with l, and ir- before adjectives which start with 14 ✓
r. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ 15 of (the verb ‘manage’ is not followed by ‘of’ though the noun
answers. ‘management’ can be)
Answer Key
1 dissatisfied 6 indirect 11 irregular Writing (pp. 56-60)
2 inconvenient 7 immature 12 irrelevant
3 impersonal 8 impolite 13 unsure 1 Go through the theory box and explain any points Ss have
4 illegal 9 dishonest 14 unreliable difficulty with. Read out the rubric. Help Ss to underline the
5 disagreeable 10 illogical key words then go through the questions and elicit answers
around the class.
10 Ask Ss to read the title and elicit Ss’ ideas about the Suggested Answer Key
advantages of being the boss at work. Then, ask Ss to skim Key words to be underlined: college; you study; changes; Dean;
the text, ignoring the gaps, to get the gist. Check Ss’ student representative; report; conditions in the classrooms;
comprehension by asking ‘What advantages and disadvantages suggest ways; improved for students and staff
of being your own boss are mentioned?’ Read the example. Elicit
why own is the correct answer (being your own boss is an 1 the Dean of the college
expression). Do item 1 with Ss. Advise Ss to focus on whole 2 the conditions of the classrooms and how they could be
sentences at a time, and to look very carefully at the words improved

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3 Headings to be ticked: Purpose; Classroom Conditions; 2 Secondly, there are a lot of difficult things to learn, especially
Suggested Improvements; Conclusion grammar.
3 One solution would be to watch TV and listen to the radio.
2 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the report 4 This would mean that we would be able to hear the way the
and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. language is spoken.
5 As a result, we would soon be able to develop a more thorough
Answer Key
knowledge of the language.
1 Purpose 6 Furthermore, if we also studied regularly, we would slowly
2 Classroom Conditions build on this knowledge.
3 Suggested Improvements
4 Conclusion 6 Read out the rubric. Help Ss to underline the key words
then go through the questions and elicit answers around
b. Read out the questions and elicit appropriate answers the class.
around the class.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
Key words to be underlined: school; you work as a teacher;
1 The first section is the introduction and it states the purpose of brochure; distributed to the public; headmaster; write a report;
the report. The second section outlines the current conditions suggesting aspects of life at the school; photographs
of the classrooms and the problems. The third section contains
the suggestions on how to improve the conditions and the 1 the headmaster
expected results. The final section is the conclusion which 2 academic subjects, sports, school history, exam results,
summarises the report. facilities, field trips, classrooms, staff
2 I would strongly suggest, special care needs to be taken, if the 3 Firstly, Secondly, In particular, I recommend, It would be a good
college ... it would mean that. idea to, Also, In addition
4 Conclusion, Exam Successes, Purpose, School Activities,
c. Ask Ss to read the report again, then elicit answers Classrooms, Other: Staff, Facilities, Sports
around the class. Stress that the solutions are relevant
to and follow the order of the problems. 7 Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the two
models. Write the headings on the board and elicit which
Answer Key model is inappropriate. Ask Ss to give reasons. Write the
not much desk space – keep the number of students to below ten – reasons under the appropriate headings. Ss copy the notes
classrooms tend to be dark – special care needs to be taken as far from the board into their notebooks.
as lighting is concerned – difficult to see the video screen – invest in
Suggested Answer Key
a larger television
Model A is inappropriate because it is set out like a letter and not
3 Go through the theory box. Explain the task. Ss work in like a report. The style is informal and personal rather than formal
pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. and impersonal. Also, it does not make any suggestions or
recommendations for what aspects of life at the school or
Suggested Answer Key photographs should be represented in the brochure.
Although – Despite the fact that (make concession)
Firstly – To start with (list points) 8 Allow Ss some time to read Model B again. Ss work in pairs
Secondly – In addition (list points) and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
Finally – Last (list points)
Suggested Answer Key
To begin with – In the first place (list points)
In this way – By doing this (express effect) ñ Purpose – contains a clear outline of the purpose of the report
Also – What is more (list points) Classrooms – suggests including information and photographs
Last – Finally (list points) of the classrooms
To sum up – In conclusion (conclude) School Activities – suggests including information about
school projects and photographs of the video room
4 Explain the task and elicit possible answers for the first Exam Successes – suggests including the results from recent
sentence. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by exams and photos of last year’s prize-giving ceremony
asking various Ss to read the completed sentences aloud. Conclusion – offers writer’s personal opinion

Suggested Answer Key ñ Firstly - To begin with

one suggestion would be – it would be a good idea
1 To start with, despite the fact that This would give a good impression – In this way, we could
2 By doing this, Furthermore Secondly – In addition
3 I recommend, in order to I think – In my opinion
4 it would be a good idea to, Secondly it would be useful – it would be a good idea
5 especially, By doing this we would In this way – By doing this
6 especially, Furthermore Finally – Last
we could – I would suggest
5 Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the prompts To sum up – In conclusion
and, in pairs, complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. I believe – I feel that
Suggested Answer Key As a result – This would mean that
1 One of the main problems with learning English is that it is
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ñ Words/Phrases to be highlighted: The purpose of this report Answer Key

is to make recommendations regarding which aspects of life Informal Style Formal style
at the school should be represented in the proposed brochure think about consider
(long complex sentence with complicated grammatical job vacancy
structures including use of the passive); in order to show how chance opportunity
successful (complex structure); we could illustrate this with I haven’t got any I have no
(advanced vocabulary); we will be able to create a very done things like been responsibe for duties such as
attractive and informative brochure (advanced vocabulary) answering the phone taking telephone messages
as for what I’m really like As far as my personality is concerned
9 Go through the theory box and explain any points Ss have can I am capable
difficulty with. Read out the rubric. Draw Ss’ attention to If you want If you wish
the underlined words, then go through the questions and free available
elicit answers around the class. For question 4, elicit that can ‘t wait to hear look forward to hearing
none of the extracts are appropriate and ask Ss to give at
least two reasons why for each one. b. Explain the task. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers
Suggested Answer Key by asking individual Ss to read their full sentences aloud.
1 the manager or personnel officer at Taylor and Partners Suggested Answer Key
2 my reason for writing, the position I am applying for and I am writing in response to your advertisement in the Student News
where I saw it advertised dated 12th May.
3 three – 1: what course I am studying, 2: what work experience I Thank you for taking the time to consider my application.
have, my academic qualifications, 3: my personality I am writing with regard to the vacancy in your London branch as
4 reasons: advertised in yesterday’s Student News.
A – too informal – uses a short form ‘I’d’ and a colloquialism I would appreciate the opportunity to broaden my work experience.
‘drop you a line’ I have no experience of working in an office, but I have worked as a
B – Does not mention what the job is or where it was advertised part-time sales assistant in a department store.
C – uses short forms ‘I’m’, ‘it’ll’ and informal language ‘thanks I have been responsible for duties such as customer service and
for giving me the chance’, ‘great fun’ and does not use an stock taking.
appropriate salutation ‘Yours’ instead of ‘Yours faithfully’ and As far as my personality is concerned, I am hardworking and
doesn’t sign his full name ‘Jim’ instead of ‘James’ patient.
D – uses a short form ‘I’m’ and informal language ‘Call me if I am capable of working both as a member of a team and
you like’ independently.
If you wish, I can provide a reference from my previous employer.
10 a. Explain the task. Ss read the letter and answer the I am available for an interview at any time.
questions. Check Ss’ answers. I look forward to your reply.
Answer Key
12 a. Explain the task. Explain that the model contains a
1 the Student News
number of errors which have been underlined. Allow Ss
2 I am a sixteen-year-old high school student.
some time to read the model, then Ss work in pairs and
3 When I leave school, I plan to study Business Administration.
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
4 I have often helped out in the family business, where I have
been responsible for duties such as filing and taking telephone Answer Key
messages. ñ I write this letter - wrong tense – I am writing
5 I would describe myself as industrious and motivated. I am a ñ always wanted doing – gerund/infinitive mistake – I have
sociable person. always wanted to do
6 I look forward to hearing from you. ñ I was little boy – missing word – I was a little boy
ñ will work at an office – wrong preposition – will work in an
b. Explain the task. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ office
answers. ñ It sounds really cool and I’m sure that you are a great boss! –
Suggested Answer Key ñ language too informal – It sounds very interesting and I am
sure that I would enjoy working there very much.
I am writing in reference to the summer position in your London
ñ and another reason – unnecessary word – another reason
branch as advertised in the Student News yesterday. I would very
ñ want this job it is because when I leave school – punctuation
much like to be considered for this vacancy.
problem – want this job. It is because when I leave school
I would be pleased to attend an interview at your convenience to ñ how much is the salary – wrong word order – how much the
discuss my suitability for the position. Thank you for your salary is
consideration. ñ Yours truly, Bill – incorrect salutation – Yours faithfully, Bill Smith

11 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the letter b. Explain the task. Ss read the letter again and work in
again then elicit answers from various Ss to complete pairs to complete the task. Check Ss’ answers and elicit
the table. examples of the problems.
Answer Key
3 ✗ 6 ✗ 9 ✗ 12 ✗ 14 ✗
4 ✗ 7 ✗ 10 ✗ 13 ✗ 15 ✗
5 ✗ 8 ✗ 11 ✗

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13 Explain the task. Help Ss to underline the key words then go Merchandising
through the questions and elicit answers around the class. Secondly, I think it would be helpful to change the displays
within the shop. In this way we could present the merchandise
Suggested Answer Key
in a way which is more appealing to customers and attract
A Key words to be underlined: you have a weekend job; shop; more passing trade.
manager; make the shop more profitable; a report making Special Offers
suggestions Finally, we could introduce a number of special offers such as
1 a report making suggestions discounts for students or ‘buy one get one free’ promotions. By
2 the manager of the shop where I work, formal style doing this, we could attract more shoppers to the store.
3 To: Mr Johnson Conclusion
From: Jane Smith To sum up, I believe that if we follow some of the suggestions
Subject: Increasing Profitability presented in this report, we will be able to attract more
Date: 1st September 20.. customers and so increase sales and the shop’s profitability.
4 Introduction, Advertising, Merchandising, Special Offers,
Conclusion B Dear Sir/Madam,
5 my suggestions and the expected results. I am writing in response to your advertisement in the Daily
6 Firstly, Secondly, As a result, One suggestion would be to, News on 18th January for the part-time position in your
Another suggestion is to, This would mean that, I believe, Accounts Department for which I would like to be considered.
To sum up I am a seventeen-year-old student currently studying for
7 To sum up, I believe that if you act on some of the my ‘A’ levels at Lofton College. I plan to follow a career in
suggestions above, we will attract more customers to the Accounting and so this would be a perfect opportunity for me
shop. As a result sales will increase and consequently so to gain some valuable experience.
will profits. I have some previous experience of office work gained
while working as an Office Assistant for Blackwells Solicitors
B Key words to be underlined: free time; evenings; sensible and last summer. My duties included filing, answering the
mature young people; work part-time; Accounts Department; telephone and some typing.
do not need any experience; honest and reliable; tell us about I believe I am a hardworking and sensible person. I am
yourself; why you would be suitable also honest and reliable and can be trusted to act responsibly
and maturely.
1 a letter of application I hope you will consider my application. I look forward to
2 the manager or personnel officer at James & Mills Co, hearing from you in due course.
formal style Yours faithfully,
3 Dear Sir/Madam, Rachel Brown
I am writing in response to your advertisement in the Daily
News on 18th January for the part-time position in your
Accounts Department for which I would like to be
considered.
Unit 4 – Make Yourself at Home
4 no
5 what I am currently doing, my qualifications (and experience)
and personal qualities Objectives
6 In addition, Also, Finally, I feel,
Vocabulary: types of houses; rooms/areas of a house;
7 I hope you will consider my application. I look forward to
appliances and furniture; renting a house or flat
hearing from you in due course.
Reading: gapped text (reading for text structure); multiple
Yours faithfully,
choice (reading for specific information)
Rachel Brown
Listening: multiple matching; true/false; (listening for gist,
main points, detail, opinion and specific information)
14 Explain the task. Inform Ss that they can use Model B on
Speaking: making a complaint; avoiding giving a direct
p.58 for task A and the model letter on p. 59 for task B to
answer; omissions
help them. Assign the task as written HW. Before Ss hand in
Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; word formation;
their pieces of writing ask them to go through the Checklist
multiple choice cloze
for Unit 3 at the back of the book and check their answers
Grammar: present perfect; present perfect continuous
against it.
Phrasal verbs: put; wash; clear; hang (related to household
Suggested Answer Key chores)
A To: Mr Johnson Writing: making suggestions
From: Jane Smith
Subject: Increasing Profitability
Date: 1st September 20.. Lead-in (p. 61)
Introduction 1 a. Read out the title of the unit. Elicit who might say this,
The purpose of this report is to make suggestions regarding in what context and why: (When someone has a visitor in
ways of increasing the profitability of Elle Clothing. their house they would say this at the start of the visit, in order
Advertising to make the visitor feel relaxed and comfortable). Explain the
Firstly, one suggestion would be to start an advertising task and ask Ss to look carefully at each of the pictures
campaign. By putting an advertisement in the local newspaper and identify as many items as possible. Write new
or on the local radio we could attract more customers to the vocabulary items on the board.
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Answer Key 3 warm, cosy and comfortable, ‘lived-in’ look, rich colours, solid
A potted plants, a carpet, ornaments, a wooden floor, a basket, a furniture, afford the nicer things, ornaments, pictures and
hammock, a table, a vase of flowers, a picture family photos
B light fittings, a fireplace, French windows, a mirror, a three-
piece suite, a coffee table, curtains, ornaments, a vase of c. Play the recording again. Ss listen and answer the
flowers, a clock, candlesticks, a lamp, cushions question.
C light fittings, a fireplace, a coffee table, a wooden floor, a sofa, Answer Key
a vase of flowers, candle holders, blinds
1 newspaper editor 2 airline pilot 3 solicitor
b. Read through the list of adjectives and elicit/explain the
As an extension, Ss describe their ideal room to the
meaning of any unknown words. Ask a pair of Ss to
class. The class say what kind of person they are.
read out the example, then Ss talk about the rooms in
pairs. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class.
3 Explain the task and read out the options, explaining any
Suggested Answer Key unknown vocabulary. Ask a pair of Ss to read out the
A: The room in picture A looks very stylish because of the example. Elicit what the pros and cons of living in each of
hammock and the wooden walls. It also has character. these places might be and write them on the board. Ss
B: Yes, you’re right. It looks quite rustic, too as all the furniture is work in pairs and complete the exercise using some of the
made of natural materials and it is light and airy because of all ideas on the board. Monitor Ss’ performance around the
the tall windows. class.

A: The room in picture B looks very cosy and lived-in, don’t you Suggested Answer Key
think? ñ A: I would like to live in an isolated cottage in the countryside
B: Yes, it looks very comfortable, but it is rather traditional with because I would love to feel close to nature and live far
all those ornaments and the draped curtains. away from the city and all the buildings.
A: I agree. It’s not very spacious with all that furniture. B: Yes, I think it would be great to enjoy the peace and quiet.
ñ A: I wouldn’t like to live on a houseboat, as it would be very
2 a. Elicit some adjectives that describe personality. List them
cramped and I like to have a lot of space. I prefer large, airy
on the board (artistic, sensitive, creative, imaginative, etc).
rooms with large windows.
Start a class discussion about how a person’s home can
B: I agree. I think I would feel sea sick constantly moving on
reflect their personality. Ss then use the ideas and points
the water, too.
raised in the discussion to help them complete the task.
Elicit answers from various Ss around the class. ñ A: I think it would be nice to live in a caravan or mobile home
because I could travel around and stay in different places.
Suggested Answer Key
It would be like being on holiday all year round.
I think the room in picture A belongs to an artistic person, or B: I wouldn’t like it at all. It would be difficult to make any
someone who is very creative and imaginative. It is a beautiful friends and become a member of a community if you
room and it looks as though someone enjoys relaxing and day- didn’t stay in one place for very long.
dreaming there.
ñ A: I don’t think I would like to live underground. I think it
I think the room in picture B belongs to someone traditional and would be dark and damp and I’d prefer to live somewhere
sensitive, as there are a lot of soft furnishings. This person likes to warm with lots of natural light from the windows.
feel comfortable and protected and to be surrounded by beautiful B: I agree. I think it would be very quiet, though.
objects.
The room in picture C probably belongs to someone who is 4 a. Read out the quotations and elicit what they mean.
straightforward and who has simple tastes. It is very modern and Then allow Ss some time to discuss them in pairs. Ask
bare, so I think it belongs to someone very fashionable and well- various Ss to report their answers back to the class.
organised. Suggested Answer Key
ñ Even though you may look for something elsewhere, you will
b. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and
find whatever you need, in the place where you live.
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers then elicit what
ñ Your home should contain things that excite, interest and
words helped them to decide on their answers.
entertain you, as well as food and warmth.
Answer Key ñ A house is not a home unless it is filled with love.
1 C 2 A 3 B A: I agree with the third saying the most. A home should be a
Suggested Answer Key place where you feel happy and safe because you are
surrounded by people who love you. What about you?
Words which helped:
B: To me, the first saying is the one I agree with most.
1 neat and tidy; spacious; not crowded or cluttered, don’t have
any unnecessary furniture, love natural light, spacious and
b. Before Ss do Ex. 4b, ask them to work in pairs and
bright
prepare mindmaps related to home. This will help them
2 relaxed and comfortable, feel close to nature; a lot of potted
revise vocabulary related to this thematic area, which
plants, sun lounge; picture windows onto the garden, lots of
they will need to answer this question.
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bathroom dining room 2 a. Explain the task. Ask Ss to read the first paragraph
flat
bedroom again, then read out sentence I and draw Ss’ attention
caravan detached
attic to the underlined words. Elicit what they show. (They
refer to Timothy Scott, mentioned in the previous sentence in
rooms type terraced
cellar the text. In the following sentence of the text, ‘The couple’
refers back to the underlined words.) Read out the tip and
houseboat establish that this is what Ss have just done with the
house
fridge example.
bookcase
b. Allow Ss time to read the missing sentences A- H and
appliances furniture sofa
table check they understand each one. Explain the task.
Remind Ss that there is one sentence that they do not
dishwasher washing bed three-piece need to use. If necessary, help Ss with the first few gaps.
machine suite Ss complete the task individually and then check their
answers in pairs.
verbs
dust clean Answer Key
1 F 3 B 5 A 7 D
tidy wash 2 G 4 C 6 E

Read out the question and elicit a variety of answers c. Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and underline the
from different Ss around the class. words which helped them to choose the correct
answers to Ex. 2b. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
(Ss’ own answers)
Suggested Answer Key
1 the first time, they expected, instead they found
Reading (pp. 62-63) 2 large square holes in the roof, glass pyramids, these will be the
main source of light, natural light will spread through the
1 a. Read out the title of the text. Ask Ss to look at the
glass
picture and suggest what the text may be about.
3 the pyramids, the light coming in through them, reduce the
Suggested Answer Key need for artificial light, this will cut our electricity bills
I think the text is about underground houses. 4 living underground, has many advantages, money is saved on
energy and maintenance bills, earth-sheltered homes, free
b. Read the introduction aloud and explain/elicit any from ... noise, low fire risk, What’s more, they
unknown words, then elicit Ss’ answers. Ss read the first 5 conservationist methods, energy usage, space-saving, avoid
paragraph and check. living in ‘shoe boxes’
6 don’t have to be like Timothy’s, they can have attractive glass
Suggested Answer Key fronts, a patio is also possible
I think the couple decided to live underground because they 7 disadvantages, for instance, also, difficult, deep structures, a
wanted to have an unusual home and also because they wanted lot of excavation
to help the environment.
3 a. Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
c. Explain the task and read out the prompts and explain Encourage Ss to work out the meanings from the
any unknown vocabulary. Ask two Ss to read out the context. Check Ss’ answers.
example. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Ask
Answer Key
some pairs to report back to the class. Then, tell Ss to
read the text quickly, ignoring the numbered gaps, to leisurely = unhurriedly
find out what advantages and disadvantages of living massive = gigantic
underground are mentioned. virtually = almost
ample = more than enough
Suggested Answer Key estimate = calculate approximately
A: Living underground would probably reduce building costs, as inhabitants = residents
you would simply dig out earth to make a room instead of methods = practices
buying thousands of bricks to build walls. costs = expenses
B: Hmm. That’s true, but I think it must be a bit cramped living
underground and you might not have much contact with your b. Allow Ss some time to read the text again and find all
neighbours, too. the words which describe building materials. Check Ss’
A: You’ve got a point there. I don’t think you would have any nice answers.
views either because there wouldn’t be any windows. However,
Answer Key
I think living underground would cut maintenance bills and
heating bills, as the earth surrounding your home would keep concrete, earth, brick, glass
it warm and stop draughts from coming in.
B: Yes. It would probably be quite safe, too, as your home would 4 a. Explain the task and read out the phrases. Ss work in
be protected from bad weather. pairs and complete the task. Ss may use their
dictionaries to help them if necessary. Check Ss’
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Suggested Answer Key B: That’s a good idea. Also, insulating our homes will stop heat
ñ sensible, valid and energy escaping. This means that we will use less energy
ñ at least to heat our homes, as the insulation will keep the heat inside
our houses.
b. Explain the task and read out the sentences. Ss work in
pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. 7 Explain the task and read out the questions. Ss work in pairs
and complete the task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the
Suggested Answer Key class, then ask some pairs to present their answers to the
ñ The couple truly believe that living underground has many class. With weaker classes give prompts on the board to
advantages. help them. See the phrases in bold in the Suggested Answer
ñ This kind of building helps to preserve resources and prevent Key below.
the destruction of the environment.
Suggested Answer Key
5 Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and make a list of all the ñ A: I think that earth-sheltered houses could be the homes of
points for and against living underground which were the future, as they are a great way to preserve the
mentioned in the text. Ask various Ss to present different environment and have an unusual and cosy home.
pros and cons to the class. B: Hmm. I’m not sure that I agree. Underground homes can
be quite expensive to build, so not many people would be
Answer Key able to afford them.
Advantages: space-saving, money is saved on energy and A: Yes, but they can be much cheaper to live in, as heating
maintenance bills; significantly reduced heating bills, free from and electricity bills would be much cheaper.
most forms of noise; low fire risk; reduced need for artificial light; B: That’s true, but what about the psychological difficulties
naturally protected from wind and draughts, greater security, some people have with living underground?
building will last 500 years, compatible with new conservationist A: Well, underground homes do not have to be too deep
methods, keeps agricultural land green underground, and they can have large windows and lots
Disadvantages: hard to get planning permission, difficult to cope of natural light from glass roofs.
psychologically; building costs can be higher when a lot of B: Maybe you’re right.
excavation is needed
ñ A: I think that in the future, people will have houses with
Suggested Answer Key solar panels all over the roof in order to provide electricity
A: To me, living underground has many advantages. Firstly, it for their home.
saves a lot of space and it doesn’t spoil the landscape. B: Yes, I think you are right. There are already some houses like
Secondly, it can be much cheaper, as you save money on this. Also, people might have houses made of special glass
maintenance and heating bills by installing solar power and which will allow a lot of natural light into their homes.
glass roofs. They are quiet too, don’t you think so? A: Maybe. I think some people will have houses under the
B: I agree. They also have a low fire risk, are not draughty and are sea, in sea cities, as there won’t be any space left to build
very secure. Also, most importantly, living underground helps on on land.
to protect the environment. B That would be very exciting.
A: That’s true. However, there are a few disadvantages to living
underground. It can be hard to get planning permission and 8 Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and complete the task
the building costs may be high if a lot of excavation work has using the information in the text as well as their own ideas.
to be done. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class and ask some
B: You are right. Also, some people find it difficult to cope pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the class.
psychologically with living underground. Suggested Answer Key
Tim: Oh dear this doesn’t look very promising, does it?
6 Start a class discussion about ways to save energy and write
Sarah: Do we have to go down there? I bet it’s all muddy and wet.
the headings on the board. Ask Ss to make suggestions and
Tim: Yes, come on. We might as well have a look now we are here.
write these under the headings. Ss then use these notes to
Sarah: Oh! It smells nice! And it’s dry, too.
talk in pairs.
Tim: Yes, it’s quite big, too. I think this place has got potential.
Suggested Answer Key Sarah: I think you’re right. It would make a wonderful home. We
alternative energy sources: wind power, solar energy could have three bedrooms and a kitchen over here.
recycling: glass, paper, plastic, bath water Tim: Yes. Let’s put in an offer.
insulation: loft insulation, wall insulation, double glazing
A: To save energy in our homes, we can start using alternative Language Focus (pp. 64-65)
sources of energy, such as wind power and solar energy, so
that we can get electricity without having to use up any more 1 a. Explain the task and read out the list of types of houses.
fossil fuels. Explain/Elicit the meaning of any unknown words. Ss
B: Yes, we should also recycle our household waste. Glass, paper, complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
plastic and metal can all be recycled and used to make new Answer Key
products. This means that we will not destroy our planet any
Suburban areas: bungalow, council house, maisonette, semi-
further by using up its resources.
detached house, detached house, villa
A: I agree, we can also use our bath water to water the plants or
Urban areas: flat, bedsit, council house, maisonette, terraced
wash the car.
house, hotel suite, studio, penthouse
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b. Read out the questions and elicit answers from various A: So, do you think we should look for somewhere in the city centre?
Ss around the class. B: Yes, I think that’s best.
(Ss’ own answers)
b. Ask Ss to read the advertisements silently. Help Ss to
explain the words in bold, then Ss work in pairs and
2 a. Go through the list and explain/elicit the meaning of
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
any unknown words. Ss work in pairs and complete the
task. Check Ss’ answers by asking individual Ss to Answer Key
describe their house. FF flat = first floor flat mins = minutes
(Ss’ own answers) p/w = per week pcm = per calendar month
fully-furn = fully-furnished
b. Explain the task. Go through the useful language box
and read out the example. Ss work in pairs and complete As an extension, ask Ss to find advertisements from
the task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class then English newspapers/magazines and list similar words,
ask some pairs to present their answers to the class. then try to explain them (e.g. p/m = per month).

Suggested Answer Key 5 a. Explain that all the nouns are compound nouns, and it is
A: My house has a small balcony. It would be nice if it had a back important to put the main stress in the right place. Ask
garden so that my dog would have somewhere to play and I Ss to read the list of nouns silently and underline the
would have somewhere nice to relax on sunny days. How main stress of each one. Explain that usually the
about you? defining part is stressed (e.g. pillowcase – as opposed to
B: My house has two bedrooms, but I wish we had a guest room briefcase, suitcase, etc)
because then I wouldn’t have to sleep on the sofa when people
come to stay. Answer Key
ñ pillowcase ñ dustbin bag ñ ashtray ñ CD ñ greenhouse ñ bathtub
3 Explain the task and write the nouns on the board. Elicit a ñ armchair ñ remote control ñ bedside lamp ñ fireplace
variety of adjectives from Ss around the class to complete ñ pepper mill ñ light bulb ñ washing machine ñ bookcase
the spidergrams. Ss copy the completed spidergrams into
their notebooks and then talk in pairs about which of these b. Play the recording. Ss listen and check their answers.
features they have in their houses. As an extension, Ss write Play the recording again with pauses for Ss to repeat.
a paragraph describing their home using vocabulary from
Exs 2 and 3. 6 Explain the task and read out the example. Ss work in pairs
and complete the task. Ask some pairs to report back to the
Suggested Answer Key class.
door: patio, stable, back, heavy, glass, wooden
window: stained glass, double-glazed, bay Suggested Answer Key
roof: tiled, flat A: I suppose people who don’t have ashtrays could use a saucer.
garden: back, vegetable, ornamental, herb, rose B: Yes, that’s a good idea. And people who don’t have CDs could
staircase: wooden, narrow, open-plan listen to recordings or the radio.
kitchen: modern, traditional, farmhouse A: That’s right. I suppose people who don’t have a greenhouse
furniture: bedroom, period, second-hand, wooden could use the conservatory or put their plants in wooden boxes
and cover them with sheets of clear plastic.
In the living room there are French windows and modern furniture.
B: Mm. I suppose people who don’t have a bathtub could have a
An open-plan staircase leads up to the bedrooms. The kitchen is
shower.
well-equipped and modern. Outside, you can see that the roof is
A: Yes, that’s what we do at home. I suppose people who don’t
tiled, and the back garden is spacious and well-kept.
have armchairs could sit on a sofa.
B: I guess people who don’t have a remote control have to get up
4 a. Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of any
and change channels themselves.
unknown words in the list of features. Read out the
A: Yes, and people who don’t have a bedside lamp can use the
example, then Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
main light, or a candle.
Check Ss’ answers by asking some pairs to present their
B: Good idea. People who don’t have a fireplace can use an
answers to the class.
electric heater.
Suggested Answer Key A: Yes, and people who don’t have a pepper mill can just use the
A: I don’t think style is that important. After all, we can’t afford plastic container which the pepper comes in.
somewhere very expensive. I think it is more important to find B: Yes, that’s what we do at home. People who don’t have light
somewhere cheap and affordable. bulbs can use oil lamps or candles.
B: Yes, that’s true. We need somewhere fully-equipped and fully- A: Yes, and people who don’t have a washing machine can go to
furnished, too, as we don’t have enough money to buy the launderette or wash their clothes by hand.
household equipment and furniture. B: Yes, I suppose people who don’t have a bookcase can put their
A: That’s a good point. We need somewhere that is easy to books on a shelf.
maintain, too, as we don’t want to have to do a lot of work
around the house or spend a lot of money on repairs. 7 a. Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss, then Ss
B: I agree. It should be easily accessible as well, as transport is complete the task. Ss can check their answers in
expensive in England and we need to be able to get to college Appendix 2 at the back of the book. Check Ss’ answers
and to the shops easily. and ask them to explain the phrasal verbs. Ss should
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Answer Key I would prefer to live in the suburbs.

1 out 3 out 5 up My friend lives on the outskirts of a small town.
2 up 4 away 6 out I work in the heart of the city.
My dad works close to the city centre.
put out: take something outside I live within easy reach of the beach.
wash up: wash the dishes My house is within walking distance of the train station.
clear out: tidy a place and throw away unwanted items
put away: put things out of sight
hang up: put items of clothing on a coat hanger Listening & Speaking (pp. 66-67)
hang out: peg clothing on a washing line outside to dry
1 a. Explain to Ss that they are going to listen to five people
b. Explain the task and read out the example. Ss work in talking about sharing a house. Elicit various pros and
pairs to complete the task, using all the phrasal verbs cons (problems dividing up the chores, noise, having
from Ex. 7a. Check Ss’ answers. company, sharing the bills etc). Ask Ss to read the headings
A-F and underline the key words, then make guesses
Suggested Answer Key about what each speaker might talk about.
A: I hate doing the washing up.
Suggested Answer Key
B: That’s alright because I don’t mind doing it, but I don’t like
clearing out all the junk in the garage. Key words to be underlined:
A: I love doing that every summer. It’s great because we have a A appreciating own space D adapting, someone else,
garage sale. I don’t like putting things away, though. B managing chores E the right flatmate
B: I like things to be tidy so I hang my clothes up in the wardrobe C a way to afford a house F difficult person
every day. I hang out the washing every two days, too. I expect one speaker to talk about the advantages of living alone
A: That’s great because I hate hanging out the washing. and having somewhere to be by yourself.
I expect one speaker to talk about sharing the housework equally.
8 Ask Ss to look at the dictionary entries. Elicit what I expect one speaker to talk about how expensive houses are.
information is given (e.g. part of speech, phonetic transcription, I expect one speaker to talk about the problems involved with
explanation of word in context, example of use of word, etc). Help living with someone who has a different lifestyle or routine to you.
Ss to locate the information for the example (5th entry). Ss I expect one speaker to talk about the importance of getting a
work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. flatmate who you can really get on with.
Answer Key I expect one speaker to talk about the problems of sharing a house
or flat with someone who doesn’t share your opinions on how to
1 This is a convention used to make a guest feel relaxed.
share a living space.
2 home-grown – This is an adjective used to describe sth which
has been grown in your own garden.
b. Explain the task. Remind Ss that they should listen to
3 home-shopping – This is an uncountable noun that describes
the whole recording of each speaker carefully because
the method of buying things from home over the phone or by
isolated parts of the information can be misleading.
post.
Point out that Ss will listen to the speakers twice. Play
4 homesick – This is an adjective used to describe the feeling of
the recording. Ss listen and do the exercise. Stop the
unhappiness caused by being far away from home.
recording after the second playing of each speaker to
5 made my home – This means that London is the place where
check Ss’ answers and elicit evidence for each one. As
he/she lives now.
an extension, ask Ss to refer to the tapescript at the
back of the book and underline the information that
9 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the
links to the headings chosen.
exercise. Ss may use their dictionaries to help them if
necessary. Check Ss’ answers. Answer Key
Answer Key Speaker 1 – B Speaker 4 – F
Speaker 2 – E Speaker 5 – A
1 feel at home: comfortable, relaxed
Speaker 3 – D
2 no place like home: nowhere compares to your home
3 hit home: made an impact on someone
c. Read out the question and elicit a variety of answers
4 came home: be realised/understood by sb
from Ss around the class.
5 home and dry: be successful
6 home truths: unpleasant facts about yourself (Ss’ own answers)
7 home bird: someone who likes to stay at home
2 a. Explain the situation and the task. Help Ss to underline
10 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the the key words in the statements (1-7) then Ss complete
exercise. Check Ss’ answers by asking individual Ss to read the task. Ss may use their dictionaries to help them if
out their sentences. Ss should memorise these phrases. necessary. Check Ss’ answers.
Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
1 in 3 in 5 in, of 7 within, of Key words to be underlined:
2 in 4 on 6 to 8 within 1 lonely – solitary ≠ sociable
2 painted pink – decorated pink
Suggested Answer Key
3 invested – spent ≠ earned
My house is situated in London. 4 ballroom – dance hall; in use ≠ closed
I live in the country. 5 rich – wealthy ≠ poor

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6 built entirely – constructed wholly ≠ partly B: Yes, you’re right. We would all have to work harder and we
7 according to his political beliefs – in line with his politics would be more tired. We would have to go to the
supermarket more often, as we would not have fridges
b. Ask Ss to read items 1-7 again. Play the recording. Ss and freezers to keep our food fresh, and we would have to
listen to the recording twice and mark the sentences as wash our clothes by hand.
true or false. Check Ss’ answers, and if necessary play A: That’s right. We wouldn’t have as much free time, as we
the recording again. As an extension, ask Ss to refer to would have so much more work to do, so we wouldn’t be
the tapescript and underline the evidence for each as happy.
answer.
2 A: I think that modern technology has improved our lifestyle
Answer Key by making our lives easier and making it possible for us to
1 T 3 T 5 F 7 T carry out everyday tasks quickly and easily.
2 F 4 T 6 F B: Yes, that’s a good point. It also enables us to enjoy
ourselves in our own homes instead of having to go out
c. Read out the question and elicit a variety of answers for entertainment, as we have computers, stereos and
from Ss around the class. televisions.

(Ss’ own answers) With weaker classes, help Ss by giving prompts on the
board. Ss use these to act out their dialogues.
3 a. Explain the task. Go through the pictures and elicit
what they show. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Suggested prompts:
Ask some pairs to perform their dialogues in front of 1 ñ household tasks 2 ñ make our lives easier
the class. ñ tired ñ do things quickly
ñ shopping ñ entertainment
Suggested Answer Key
ñ free time
A: I use my television three or four times a week, because I often
watch films in the evenings. What about you? 4 Explain the task and check Ss understand the assessment
B: Well, I don’t watch much TV, so I probably only use my criteria. Inform Ss that they will listen to two Ss, one of
television twice a week. I use my microwave every day, though. whom will make a number of errors, and they should listen
A: Oh, I only use my microwave once or twice a week, when I and assess their performance. Play the recording and elicit
want to heat up leftovers, but I use my toaster every morning. answers around the class. Help Ss where necessary.
B: I don’t have a toaster, but I use my fridge every day.
A: Me too, and I use my telephone every day, too. I don’t have a Suggested Answer Key
blender, though. Do you? ñ Student A uses a broad range of appropriate vocabulary and
B: No, I don’t. I use my cooker every day, and I use my stereo every accurate grammar throughout. Student B uses limited
day, because I love listening to music. vocabulary and makes a number of grammatical mistakes.
A: Hmm. I don’t use my cooker very often because I don’t like ñ Student A puts forward acceptable arguments and gives valid
cooking, but I use my stereo every day, like you. What about reasons for his choices. He expresses his ideas clearly and
your iron? I only use my iron once a week. concisely in full sentences. Student B hesitates a lot and his
B: Oh, I use mine three or four times a week, because I have to answers are brief with disjointed phrases and not very
iron my shirts for work. I don’t have a dishwasher. Do you? coherent.
A: Yes, I do, and I use it four or five times a week. I use my ñ Student A has good pronunciation and uses stress and
computer every day, though. intonation to convey the intended meaning, as well as
B: Me too. I use mine for work and to send emails. appropriate linking words. Student B makes a number of
A: Which items do you think are the most important? pronunciation errors and does not use appropriate linking
B: Well, I think every home should have a cooker, so that they can words or devices.
cook. ñ Student A leads the conversation, develops the task and
A: That’s true. Every home needs a telephone, too, because you moves it towards a conclusion and invites responses from
need to be able to contact people, especially if there is an Student B and maintains interaction well. Student B does not
emergency. always respond appropriately and gives minimal responses,
B: Yes, I agree. What about a computer? but does attempt to initiate turn-taking on a couple of
A: Well, they are important, but I think a fridge is more important, occasions.
as people need to be able to keep food fresh.
B: Yes, you’re right. So, every home should have a cooker, a 5 a. Elicit situations where people make complaints. Explain
telephone, and a fridge. the task. Elicit any phrases Ss already know that are
usually used when complaining. Read out the phrases in
b. Read out the questions and explain the task. Allow Ss the list and explain/elicit the meaning of any unknown
some time to prepare their answers in pairs. Ask some words. Then Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
pairs to perform their dialogues in front of the class.
Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key Mild complaints:
1 A: I think life would be very difficult without modern ñ There seems to be something wrong with..
appliances. It would take a lot longer to do household ñ I’d like to bring something to your attention
tasks like cleaning and cooking without the appliances ñ Can you do something about it?
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Strong complaints: b. Go through the useful language box and explain the
ñ I want it repaired as soon as possible task. Ss work in pairs and make exchanges similar to the
ñ that’s not good enough one in Ex. 6a. Elicit a variety of answers from Ss around
ñ What are you going to do about it? the class.
ñ that’s unacceptable
Suggested Answer Key
ñ I have a problem that demands your immediate attention
ñ A: When will the repair work be completed?
b. Ask Ss to read through the two dialogues and elicit B: I can’t give you an answer right now.
which one is a mild complaint and which one is a strong ñ A: How much will it cost to have double-glazing fitted?
complaint (the first one is mild and the second one is strong). B: I can’t say for certain.
Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss work in pairs and complete ñ A: Can I move in with you?
the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking some pairs to act B: I’ll have to think about it.
out their dialogues in front of the class.
7 a. Explain the task and read out the first item and the
Answer Key example. Elicit answers for the remaining items around
1 I’d like to bring something to your attention the class.
2 Can you do something about it
Answer Key
3 I want it repaired as soon as possible
4 that’s unacceptable 2 Have you got/heard any news yet?
3 I (do) miss you.
c. Explain the task then Ss work in pairs and complete it. 4 Have you got the time?
Check Ss’ answers by asking some pairs to act out their 5 Have you been waiting long?
dialogues in front of the class. 6 I/ We had better be going (now).
7 Do you need a (helping) hand?
Suggested Answer Key 8 It’s time for bed.
ñ A: I’d like to bring something to your attention if I may.
B: Sure. What is it? b. Explain the task and read out the example as a full
A: I’ve got a problem in my flat. The lock on the front door is exchange. Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
broken. Check Ss’ answers by asking various pairs to act out the
B: I see. exchanges.
A: Can you do something about it, please?
Answer Key
B: I’ll see what I can do.
A: OK, thanks. 1 g 3 h 5 d 7 e
2 f 4 a 6 c 8 b
ñ A: Could I have a word with you, please?
B: Certainly. What is it?
A: There are some loose tiles in my bathroom and I want Reading: Literature Corner (pp. 68-69)
them repaired as soon as possible.
B: I’ll have to get back to you on that. 1 Explain to Ss that they are going to read an extract from a
A: Well, I’m sorry, but that’s not good enough. novel written by Charles Dickens. Ask Ss what they know
B: Alright. I’ll come and take a look at them now. about Dickens (e.g. Where he lived, what he wrote, any
A: That’s more like it. Thank you. works by him, etc). Ask Ss if they have read any of his
works. If yes, ask them to give the class a short description
ñ A: I’d like to bring something to your attention if I may. of the plot and what they liked about it.
B: Sure. What is it?
A: I’ve got a problem in my flat. The roof is leaking. Allow Ss some time to read the background information.
B: I see. Help Ss with any unknown vocabulary. Read out the
A: Can you do something about it, please? questions and elicit answers around the class.
B: I’ll see what I can do. Suggested Answer Key
A: OK, thanks.
1 I think the moral is not to let yourself be corrupted by money
ñ A: Could I have a word with you, please? and good fortune.
B: Certainly. What is it? 2 I think Dickens chose this title to refer to the different
A: There is a cracked window in my flat and I want it repaired characters’ expectations in life and how they differ from reality.
as soon as possible.
B: I’ll have to get back to you on that. 2 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the
A: Well, I’m sorry, but that’s unacceptable. questions (ignoring the multiple choice options), then
B: Alright. I’ll come and take a look at it now. elicit answers around the class.
A: That’s more like it. Thank you.
Suggested Answer Key
6 a. Ask Ss to read the exchange and elicit an answer to the I think that Mr Wemmick’s house is quite small and unusual with
question. features such as a bridge, a pond and a fountain, and contains a
collection of curiosities.
Answer Key
Speaker B is trying to avoid giving a direct answer. b. Ask Ss to read the extract quickly to check their answers.
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3 Explain the task. Remind Ss that the information in the 6 Read out the question and elicit answers around the class.
questions may be paraphrased in the text. Allow Ss some Help Ss if necessary.
time to read the text. Then, do question 1 with Ss. Read out
Suggested Answer Key
the question and help Ss to find the part of the text that it
relates to (lines 5-7). Point out that the question asks about To show irony because what Wemmick called the bridge was not
Pip’s first impression, not overall impression, so the answer really a bridge, but just a plank of wood.
will be very early in the text. Read out the options A-D and
help Ss to decide on the correct answer, and eliminate the 7 Read out the first statement and the example. Allow Ss
others. (C is correct because we are told Pip’s opinion in lines 5-7. ‘I some time to read the text again and find evidence to
think ...’, A is incorrect because the garden is only mentioned support both statements. Check Ss’ answers.
briefly, B is incorrect because there is no direct evidence that Pip Suggested Answer Key
thinks it is ridiculous although the reader might think it sounds
ñ Mr Wemmick is house-proud.
ridiculous, D is incorrect because although the text says ‘I said I
He hoists his bridge with pride. He has worked on the house for
really liked it’ we can infer that he didn’t really like it.) Ss complete
many years. He believes his house is perfect.
the task and identify the parts of the text which helped
them. Check Ss’ answers and the evidence for them. Help ñ Pip feels a little uncomfortable.
Ss with vocabulary in relevant parts of the text. He says he likes the house when he doesn’t really. He is
uncertain about meeting Mr Wemmick’s Aged Parent.
Answer Key
1 C – lines 5-7 5 B – lines 40-46 8 Read out the questions then Ss discuss them in pairs. Ask
2 B – lines 8-9 6 C – lines 59-63 some Ss to present their answers to the class.
3 A – lines 31-32 7 B – global meaning
4 D – line 35 With weaker classes, help Ss by giving them prompts on the
board.
4 a. Explain/Elicit the meaning of the highlighted words, Question a: Ask Ss to think about:
then Ss complete the task. Ss may use their dictionaries ñ location ñ furniture ñ rooms
to help them if necessary. Check Ss’ answers. ñ atmosphere ñ feelings
Answer Key Question b: Elicit possible improvements from Ss and write
them on the board. e.g. redecorate rooms /
hoisted = raised
paint walls / make an extension / have a
hold out = survive
garage built / change tiles in bathroom /
leafy = with many plants
change furniture / buy new appliances / etc
winding = with many twists and turns
ornamental = decorative (Ss’ own answers)
locks = curls
manner = context Did you know ...
Read out the statements. Ask Ss if they can name some
b. Allow Ss some time to read the text again and complete characters (e.g. David, Amelia, etc). As an extension, ask Ss to do
the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking individual Ss to some research at home and present another little known fact
describe Wemmick’s house. about Charles Dickens in the next lesson.
Answer Key
Words/phrases to be underlined: little wooden cottage; large English in Use (pp. 70-71)
garden; the top of the house had been built and painted like a
battery loaded with guns; tiniest, very few windows; door almost 1 Revise the present perfect (how it is formed, when it is
too small to get in; bridge, at the back; vegetable garden; leafy used, etc). Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference section for
shelter; path, winding; ornamental pond, fountain more detail. Explain the task and read out the example,
then Ss do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
Suggested Answer Key
Mr Wemmick’s house is a little wooden cottage with a large Answer Key
garden. The top of the house has been painted to look like a 2 f 4 b 6 c 8 e
battery loaded with guns.There are very few windows and a small 3 g 5 a 7 h
door. It also has a bridge. There is a vegetable garden at the back
and a leafy shelter at the end of a winding path. There is an 2 a. Read out the sentences. Elicit what tense is used in each
ornamental pond with a fountain in the middle of it. sentence (present perfect in the 1st sentence and past simple
in the 2nd sentence). Focus Ss’ attention on ‘since’ in the
5 Ss work in pairs to give explanations for each of the first sentence and elicit the meaning of each sentence
phrases, then discuss their explanations with another pair. and how they differ. Ask: Which action started and finished
Check Ss’ answers. in the past? (2nd); Which action started in the past but
continues to the present? (1st)
Suggested Answer Key
1 You will have the chance to taste a salad made from my Answer Key
vegetables. The action in the first sentence started in the past and continues to
2 I do all my own household jobs and repairs. the present, whereas the action in the second sentence happened
3 to make his house perfect at a specific time in the past.
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b. Read out the list of words and elicit which are used with ñ A: How long have you known your next-door neighbours?
past simple and which with present perfect. Elicit B: For about four years, I think.
sample sentences to check sentence structure, then ask ñ A: How long is it since you redecorated?
Ss to work in pairs to make up sentences. Check Ss’ B: About two years, I think.
answers.
7 Explain the task. Remind Ss that the second sentence must
Answer Key
have the same meaning as the first sentence. Do the first
Past simple: ago, last year, during last summer’s holidays item with Ss, then Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss’
Present perfect: already, for months, for ages, yet, since 1996, answers.
several times, over the past few weeks, lately, before, recently
Answer Key
3 Allow Ss some time to complete the exercise. Check Ss’ 1 ... is not big enough ...
answers. Ask Ss to justify their answers. 2 ... last time we sat ...
3 ... is/has been a month since ...
Answer Key
4 ... have not heard from ...
a 1) have been (past event) 5 ... am still waiting for ...
2) was (past event) 6 ... second time I have been ...
b 1) have seen (past event) 7 ... been good at ...
2) was (past event) 8 ... never heard such strange ...
c 1) has not called (action which started in the past and 9 ... is too small to store ...
continues to the present) 10 ... have not changed since ...
2) did you leave (past event)
d 1) has gone (action which started in the past and continues 8 Explain the task and read out the example. Allow Ss some
to the present) time to complete the exercise. Remind them that they must
2) left (past event) keep the stem of the word and add the correct ending from
e 1) have you found (action which started in the past and the list to form an adjective. Point out that in some cases
continues to the present) other spelling changes are needed, e.g. fame ➝ famous
2) have looked (action which started in the past and where the e is lost, and defend ➝ defensive where an s is
continues to the present) needed. Check Ss’ answers on the board.
3) have you tried (past event)
4) looked (past event) Answer Key
2 reluctant 8 creative 14 golden
4 Explain the task and go through the example. Ss work in 3 imaginative 9 historical 15 prestigious
pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking 4 economical 10 wooden 16 careful
various pairs to act out their exchanges. 5 independent 11 courageous 17 possible
6 resistant 12 wonderful 18 durable
Suggested Answer Key
7 absent 13 horrible
2 A: Have you seen the new film starring Al Pacino?
B: No, I haven’t./ Yes, I saw it last week. 9 Explain that the words in capitals are the stem from which
3 A: Have you ever failed an exam? the missing words are derived. Ask Ss to look at the title,
B: No, I haven’t./ Yes, I failed my Maths exam last summer. then quickly read the text to see what it is about. Read the
4 A: Have you ever been bungee-jumping? first sentence of the text aloud. Elicit that storage is a
B: No, I haven’t./ Yes, I went bungee-jumping last year. noun, forming the compound noun ‘storage space’. Ask Ss
5 A: Have you read any good books lately? to look at the second sentence and decide what type of
B: No, I haven’t./ Yes, I read The Autograph Man by Zadie words are needed for items 1, 2 and 3 (noun-person, plural
Smith last week. noun, adjective). Then elicit answers and write them on the
board. Ss complete the exercise in pairs, then check answers
5 Explain the task and read out the example. Elicit a variety of on the board, eliciting spelling.
answers for the remaining items from Ss around the class.
Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
1 designer 6 jewellery
2 lost weight 2 suggestions 7 Additional
3 changed your hairstyle 3 spacious 8 clothes/clothing
4 missed dinner 4 various 9 Finally
5 he/she gone? 5 wisely 10 normally

6 Revise the present perfect continuous. Refer Ss to the 10 Read out the title and ask Ss to skim the text to get the gist.
Grammar Reference section for more detail. Ask two Ss to Read the example and then do item 1 with Ss. Ask Ss to
read out the example and then Ss in pairs do the exercise. look at the words before and after each gap, then look at
Check Ss’ answers. the options and decide which best fits the gap. Ss do the
Suggested Answer Key exercise. Check Ss’ answers by asking Ss to read the
completed text aloud. Ss should justify their answers.
ñ A: How long have you been using a mobile phone?
B: For about two years, I think. Answer Key
ñ A: How long have you been living at your current address? 1 B 4 A 7 D 10 B 13 B
B: For about five years, I think. 2 D 5 C 8 A 11 B 14 C
3 B 6 B 9 D 12 A 15 D
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1 ‘might’ is appropriate as it is part of a contrast b. Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss complete the
2 ‘pros and cons’ is a phrase; ups and downs exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
3 at times = not often, sometimes (prepositional phrase)
Answer Key
4 get used to (phrase)
5 quarters = space for people to live in (living quarters) 1 congratulate you on the success of the recent Ideal Homes
6 no matter (how) = never mind (expression) Exhibition, the ideas for living rooms were truly impressive, the
7 sign = public display of a written message i.e. ‘PRIVATE’ ideas for protecting the environment were very well presented
8 take the job (phrase) 2 Perhaps in future years we could see, One suggestion would be
9 previous = former to, I am sure many of your visitors would welcome, I think it
10 ‘benefit’ is followed by ‘from’ would be a good idea to include, I recommend that you, If you
11 a sense of (history) = a feeling (refers to ‘feel’) were to, if it was
12 basically = essentially 3 In this way, more people would, then this would
13 day to day (phrase) 4 living room ideas – Great! What about kitchens and dining
14 staff = personnel rooms? – the ideas for living rooms were truly impressive, I am
15 despite/in spite of + noun sure many of your visitors would welcome inspiring ideas for
kitchens and dining rooms.
Bathroom ideas? one suggestion would be to feature more
Writing: Making suggestions (pp. 72-76) ideas for bathrooms
Environmentally-friendly ideas, Fantastic, but no mention of
1 Go through the theory box and then read out the rubric. gardens – Although the ideas for protecting the environment
Help Ss to identify and underline the key words then elicit were very well presented, it would be a good idea to include a
answer to the questions. feature about gardens, people would be able to design their
Suggested Answer Key outdoor areas in a way which actually benefits the environment
Not long enough! Should be at least a week! – I recommend
Key words to be underlined: exhibition; ‘Ideal Homes’; suggestions
that you increase the duration of the exhibition, if you were to
on how to make the next one even better; Read advertisement and
remain open for a minimum of one week
notes; write a letter to the organisers; giving your opinion; and
Too expensive for most people – reduce the cost of the tickets,
making your suggestions
if it was cheaper
1 a letter.
The writer has included all her notes in the letter.
2 the organisers of the exhibition.
3 formal. I have never met the organisers of the exhibition.
3 a. Go through the useful language box. Focus Ss’ attention
4 yes
on the different sentence structures. Ss complete the
5 In the first two paragraphs of the main body, suggestions
task in pairs. Check Ss’ answers.
should be made about including kitchens, bathrooms and a
feature on gardens in the next exhibition. In the third Answer Key
paragraph, suggestions should be made about the price and ñ I recommend that you extend the duration of the exhibition...
duration of the exhibition. ñ I think it would be a good idea to include a feature about
6 Beginning: gardens.
Dear Sir/Madam, ñ Perhaps in future years we could see ...
I would like to congratulate you on the recent Ideal Homes ñ if it was cheaper ...
Exhibition and to tell you how much I enjoyed it. I would also like ñ If you were to remain open for a minimum of one week ...
to make a few suggestions on how to improve it for next year. ñ One suggestion would be to feature more ideas for bathrooms ...
Ending:
I hope that my suggestions will be of some help to you. I look b. Go through the example. Ss complete the task. Check
forward to attending the exhibition again next year. Ss’ answers.
Yours faithfully,
Ann Bell Answer Key
2 I think it would be a good idea to ask the principal to give the
2 a. Explain the task. Point out that the words and phrases prizes.
in bold are appropriate, and the purpose of the task is 3 Perhaps we could have a party in the school hall.
to expand Ss’ range of vocabulary by finding 4 If we bought a new computer, we could work better.
alternatives. Allow Ss some time to read the model 5 If we were to move the desks, we would have more space.
letter and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. 6 Another suggestion would be to sell tickets to students and
parents.
Answer Key
1 congratulate you on the success of 4 Explain the situation and the task. Go through the useful
2 put forward language box and the example. Ss work in pairs and
3 To begin with complete the exercise using phrases from both useful
4 truly language boxes on this page. Ask Ss to write each answer in
5 despite the fact that at least two different ways. Check Ss’ answers by asking
6 Lastly various Ss to read out their suggestions.
7 In addition
8 useful Answer Key
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Suggested Answer Key 2 You could try to learn a foreign language. Then you could get a
2 I think it would be a good idea to advertise in the newspapers. better job.
In this way, we could attract more students. 3 If I were you, I’d join a gym. That way, you’ll get fit and feel
If we were to advertise in the newspapers, it would attract better.
more students. 4 Why don’t you phone him? Then you could talk about it again.
3 I think it would be a good idea to change the lights in
reception. The result of this would be that it would be brighter 8 Explain that Ss should put themselves in the situations and
for visitors. think about what they would say. They have to think about
One suggestion would be to change the lights in reception. In how well they know the person, what the circumstances
this way, it would be brighter for visitors. are and what their position or role is. Go through the
4 If we were to start an English club, it would help people with example, then Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
the language. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
I suggest starting an English club. The result would be to help Suggested Answer Key
people with the language.
B semi-formal – One idea would be to contact the British
5 Perhaps we could employ one more teacher. In this way, we
Embassy in your country. They will be able to provide you with
would be able to reduce crowding in classes.
lots of relevant information.
I think it would be a good idea to employ one more teacher.
C formal – I think it would be a good idea to open soup kitchens
The effect of this would be to reduce crowding in classes.
and shelters for homeless people to go to.
6 If we were to use more video and DVD lessons, it would make
D formal – I recommend that we resurface the tennis courts.
classes more fun.
I recommend using more video and DVD lessons. As a result,
9 Read the rubric and help Ss to identify and underline the
classes would be more fun.
key words. Then elicit answers to the questions.
5 a. Allow Ss some time to read the paragraph and Suggested Answer Key
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking Ss to Key words to be underlined: you are a member of a local youth
read the corrected paragraph aloud. club; may have to close due to lack of funds; youth leader has
Answer Key asked; to write an article suggesting ways of raising money to keep
the youth club open; next newsletter
1 finding 4 could 7 would
2 way 5 using 8 would be able to 1 the youth leader and members of the youth club - semi-formal.
3 would 6 were 2 an article
3 items to be ticked: Increase the monthly charge to members,
This extract could be taken from a report.
Ask the local council for help, Approach local companies for
sponsorship
b. Explain the task. Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss’
4 In this way, we could raise extra funds to keep the club
answers. As an extension, ask Ss to suggest an
running.
appropriate sub-heading (Problems with parking places).
We might find that they may contribute money to help the
Answer Key club.
Make a suggestion: One way to solve this problem would be to ..., That way we could use their donations to help run the club.
This could easily be done by ... 5 I think it would be a good idea to ...; I suggest ...; Perhaps we
Highlight a problem: Another difficulty that was mentioned in the could ...; If we were to ...; One suggestion/idea would be to ... As
report was ... a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The result
Mention the expected result: If we were to do this ... of this would be that ...; In this way ...

6 Explain the task. Do the task orally first, then Ss complete 10 a. Allow Ss some time to read the two models. Ss work in
the exercise in writing. Check Ss’ answers by asking various pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers and ask
Ss to read their paragraphs aloud. them to justify their answers.

Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

Another difficulty that was mentioned in the report was that Model A is an unsuitable answer for the rubric in Ex. 9 because:
student numbers are falling, with the result that the school may ñ the title is unsuitable – the title is too long and is not catchy
have to close. One way to solve this problem would be to advertise ñ the introduction does not catch the reader’s attention – it is
the school and what it offers. This could easily be done through the too general and does not refer to the specific problem and it
local newspaper, on the radio and through posters. If we were to do does not address the reader directly
this, more people would know about the school and we would be ñ the writer does not follow the instructions in the rubric – it
able to attract new students. does not make clear suggestions or give the expected results
for how to raise money, only on how to spend money
7 Go through the theory box, then explain the task. Do item ñ the style is not appropriate for the target reader – it is formal in
1 with Ss, then Ss complete the task in closed pairs. Check some paragraphs and informal in others
Ss’ answers by asking various Ss to read out their rewritten ñ the writer does not paraphrase the rubric – ‘lack of funds’ and
sentences. ‘The youth leader has asked the club members to write an
article suggesting ways of raising money to keep the club
Suggested Answer Key open’ are taken word for word from the rubric
1 Why not go to the party? You never know, you might meet ñ the suggestions are unsuitable – they are not about ways of
some new friends there. raising money as the rubric asks - one is about saving money
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b. Ask Ss to read model A again then elicit answers to the 6 Beginning:

questions around the class. Dear Susie,
Thanks for your letter. It’s great to hear that you and
Suggested Answer Key
your cousin are coming to my country. I’m sure you’ll have
1 No, he hasn’t. a wonderful time and I have a few suggestions that I hope
2 the present financial climate, the amount of rent paid, that the you’ll like.
youth leader has asked for club members to write articles, and Ending:
that the writer enjoys going to the club I hope these suggestions are helpful. I’m sure that,
3 The conclusion. It could be improved by replacing ‘I really like whatever you do in England, you’ll have a brilliant
going to the club and I know others do as well,’ with ‘All holiday. Write and tell me all about it!
members are invited to attend a fundraising meeting for the Yours,
club on 4th March.’ Tara
4 I think the target reader will be confused about the problem
and will not be impressed by the article as it is poorly thought B Key words to be underlined: your college; replace its small
out and mostly irrelevant. snack bar with a larger self-service cafeteria; college
magazine; invited readers; to suggest; which dishes; other
c. Ask Ss to read model B again then elicit answers to the changes; make the place more inviting to students; write an
questions around the class. article for the magazine; making your suggestions and giving
Suggested Answer Key reasons
1 semi-formal – As most of you know, one thing is for sure, If we 1 readers of the college magazine - semi-formal
could persuade, This would mean that, one obvious solution, it 2 suggestions for which dishes should be included on the
might be our last chance menu and other changes that would make the place more
2 The introduction introduces the problem and tells the reader inviting to students with reasons
that a number of possible solutions will follow. The main body 3 include vegetarian and low-fat options for students with
contains three paragraphs each presenting a different special diets; play modern music to make the atmosphere
suggestion and the expected results. The conclusion refers to lively and inviting to students; buy some more
future action and offers a personal opinion. comfortable seats
3 Introduction: 4 more students will visit the cafeteria; it will be pleasant
You must all be aware that our youth club is in danger of place to spend lunch breaks
closing down due to financial difficulties. If we want to save 5 I suggest/recommend ...; I think it would be a good idea ...;
our club, it’s time we all took action and did something to help. Perhaps we could ...; If we ...; One suggestion is to ...
Conclusion: As a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The
There will be a meeting on 4th March to discuss all these result of this would be that ...; In this way ...
suggestions. Don’t miss it – the club needs you! 6 Beginning:
4 I think it would be a good idea to – One possible solution As most of you know, the old college snack bar is about to
would be to; we could apply – I recommend applying; one be replaced with a bigger and better self-service cafeteria.
obvious solution is to – another idea would be to ; I suggest Will this mean that we will finally have somewhere
that each of us pays – If we all paid comfortable and appealing to eat? I think that if the
5 If we could ... we would – This would mean that ... college follows the suggestions below, the new cafeteria
As a result – If we did ... will be a huge success.
Then, we would be able to – The result of this would be that Ending:
It’s about time we students had an eating place we
11 Read out the first rubric and help Ss to identify and enjoyed spending time in. Let’s hope the new self-service
underline the key words. Then elicit answers to the cafeteria is everything we’ve dreamed of!
questions. Ss work in pairs and complete the rest of the
task. Help Ss where necessary. C Key words to be underlined: a one-day trip to London as part
of a group of young people; person organising the trip; Mrs
Suggested Answer Key Jones; list of interesting places; list and notes; and write a
A Key words to be underlined: letter; from a pen friend; My letter; to Mrs Jones; suggesting which places you think you
cousin and I are planning to visit your country; end of July; should visit
short holiday; I’d like your advice; five or six days; where to go;
1 Mrs Jones - formal
what to see and do; letter to your pen friend
2 suggestions about places I think we should visit in London
1 a pen friend - informal 3 visit the Tower of London and Madame Tussaud’s; go
2 suggestions about where to go and what to see and do shopping in Harrods
3 go to London, visit Tower of London, Madame Tussaud’s, 4 we will have a wonderful time, learn about English history
Big Ben, see a musical in the West End etc and culture,be able to buy some souvenirs, do things that
4 he/she will have a wonderful time, learn about English will suit everyone’s taste
history and culture. 5 I suggest/recommend ...; I think it would be a good idea ...;
5 Why don’t you ...?; You could ...; If I were you ...; I think it Perhaps we could ...; If we ...; One suggestion is to ...
would be a good idea to ...; Why not ...;? As a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The
Then you might/could ...; This would mean that ...; You result of this would be that ...; In this way ...
might find that ...; That way ...; You never know, you
might ...

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6 Beginning: I hope these suggestions are helpful. I’m sure that,

Dear Mrs Jones, whatever you do in England, you’ll have a brilliant holiday.
Thank you for the list of possible places to visit during our Write and tell me all about it!
trip to London, which includes a wide range of interesting Yours,
sights. If I may, I have one or two suggestions as to which Tara
places I think would be worth visiting during our trip.
Ending: B Let’s make it better
Thank you for considering my suggestions. I am sure we As most of you know, the old college snack bar is about to be
will have a very enjoyable time and we are all looking replaced with a bigger and better self-service cafeteria. Will
forward to the trip. this mean that we will finally have somewhere comfortable
Yours sincerely, and appealing to eat? I think that if the college follows the
Jane Cox suggestions below, the new cafeteria will be a huge success.

D Key words to be underlined: student exchange programme; First of all, I think that it is important to include vegetarian and
Your teacher; write a composition suggesting activities; low-fat options in the new menu. In this way, it would cater for
foreign exchange student; free time in your neighbourhood the large number of students with special diets.

1 my teacher – semi-formal In addition, perhaps the college could invest in more

2 suggestions for activities which my foreign exchange comfortable seats for the cafeteria. The seats we have at
student can do in their free time in my neighbourhood present are hard and uncomfortable. If new seats are bought,
3 take a walk in the forest; visit the shops; go to cinema; visit the cafeteria will be a comfortable place to spend lunch breaks.
cafes Another suggestion is to play modern music to make the
4 see the beauty of the English countryside; buy atmosphere lively and inviting to students. As a result, more
souvenirs/gifts; practise English; sample English cuisine students would visit the cafeteria.
5 I suggest/recommend ...; I think it would be a good idea ...;
Perhaps we could ...; If we ...; One suggestion is to ... It’s about time we students had an eating place we enjoyed
As a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The spending time in. Let’s hope the new self-service cafeteria is
result of this would be that ...; In this way ... everything we’ve dreamed of!
6 Beginning:
We are all aware that our foreign exchange students will C Dear Mrs Jones,
be arriving next month and we are all looking forward to Thank you so much for the list of possible places to visit
entertaining them. The question is: what are they going to during our trip to London, which includes a wide range of
do during their free time in our neighbourhood? I believe interesting sights to choose from. If I may, I have one or two
that the suggestions below will give us all some good suggestions as to which places I think would be worth visiting
ideas. during our trip.
Ending: Firstly, I recommend visiting the Tower of London and
Taking part in a foreign exchange programme will be a Madame Tussaud’s as they would definitely be interesting
wonderful experience. Let’s make the most of it, and help places to visit. I feel sure that we would have a lot of fun there.
our exchange students to do the same! Secondly, I suggest that we do not go to Buckingham
Palace or Westminster Abbey as I believe they would take a lot
12 Assign the task as written HW. Before Ss hand in their of time to look around. This way we would have more time to
pieces of writing, ask them to check them against the do other activities.
Checklist at the back of the book. Finally, I think it would be a good idea to visit some shops,
especially Harrods. In this way, we will have the chance to visit
As an alternative, ask Ss to exchange their pieces of writing a famous department store and buy some souvenirs and gifts.
and mark each other’s writing task. Make photocopies of Thank you for considering my suggestions. I am sure we
the Checklist for Unit 4 at the back of the Teacher’s Book will have a very enjoyable time and are all looking forward to
and give them to Ss so that they can assess their partner’s the trip.
piece of writing. Yours sincerely,
Suggested Answer Key Jane Cox
A Dear Susie, D We are all aware that our foreign exchange students will be
Thanks for your letter. It’s great to hear that you and your arriving next month and we are all looking forward to
cousin are coming to my country. I’m sure you’ll have a entertaining them. The question is: what are they going to do
wonderful time and I have a few suggestions that I hope you’ll during their free time in our neighbourhood? I believe that the
like. suggestions below will give us all some good ideas.
There is plenty to see and do in England. I think you should
definitely go to London, as it’s the capital city and is full of First of all, I think it would be a good idea for our foreign
exciting places to visit. exchange students to take a walk in the forest. This would
If I were you, I’d visit the Tower of London. Then, you could mean that they would have the opportunity to see the beauty
learn about English history. Another suggestion is to go to of the English countryside.
Madame Tussaud’s and see all the wax figures. This would Another suggestion would be to advise our exchange students
mean that you could have a wonderful time and feel as if you to visit the local shops and cafes. In this way, they would be
are meeting lots of famous people! Why not visit the West End able to buy souvenirs or gifts, practise English by shopping and
and see a musical? Then you could learn something about ordering food and they would also have the chance to sample
English culture and practise the language. English cuisine.

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Finally, I suggest that our exchange students go to the cinema. 10 Suggested Answer Key
The result of this would be that they would be entertained Students A & B
while practising their English at the same time. A: I think a garage is useful and important. They are good for
Taking part in a foreign exchange will be a wonderful security and they protect the car from bad weather.
experience. Let’s make the most of it, and help our exchange B: Yes, a garage is very useful and not only for keeping cars in. In
students to do the same! a lot of countries, many people who have a garage use it for
storage or as a workshop.
A: Now, what about the kitchen? I’d say it is more than useful; it is
essential because everyone needs a place to prepare and cook
Self-Assessment Module 2 meals.
B: I absolutely agree. It would be impossible to live in a house
without a kitchen. The next picture shows a living room. I think
1 Answer Key that is useful, don’t you?
A: Yes, I do. It is important to have a living space where you can
1 retired 8 away 15 up relax and watch TV and spend time with your family.
2 in 9 makes 16 stand B: That’s true. What about the hall? Do you think that’s a useful
3 centre 10 in 17 at part of a house?
4 thinking 11 down 18 put A: I think it’s useful to have an area that separates different rooms
5 money 12 since 19 place and it can be used for storage, like for hanging coats and so
6 afford 13 last 20 out on.
7 driver 14 furnished B: You could be right, but I don’t think it’s absolutely necessary.
Many houses don’t have a hall.
2 Answer Key A: Yes, you’re right. It’s not essential. A dining room is quite useful,
1 C 3 D 5 D 7 D 9 C though. It’s good for having family meals.
2 B 4 A 6 A 8 D 10 B B: Yes, everyone needs an eating area, but that could be in the
kitchen rather than in a separate room.
3 Answer Key A: Mmm, but what about when you have guests? It’s useful to
1 ... no point in waiting for ... have a proper dining room then for dinner parties.
2 ... why she had not tried ... B: I don’t disagree, but I’m not sure if it’s absolutely necessary.
3 ... apologised for being late for ... A: OK. What about the patio?
4 ... never met such a kind ... B: I think it’s great to have an outside eating area especially when
5 ... was not big enough to ... the weather is nice and it’s useful for barbecues.
A: Yes, but I would say that it is not absolutely necessary
4 Answer Key especially if you have a garden or a balcony. I think it would be
unused for most of the year, especially in countries with short
1 dissatisfied 3 irrelevant 5 unreliable
summers.
2 various 4 designer
B: Yes, you’re right. So, we agree that the hall and the patio are
not absolutely necessary.
5 Answer Key
A: Yes , but the other places in the pictures are.
1 back 3 from 5 of
2 ✓ 4 for 11 Suggested Answer Key
Students A & B
6 Suggested Answer Key
1 A: The main advantage is ownership itself. Property is an
1 ideas/suggestions 4 This would be asset which you can sell or pass on to your children.
2 I’d do 5 not for B: I agree. Also, paying rent every month seems like a waste
3 thought of of money when you can pay a mortgage instead.
A: Yes, and when a house belongs to you, you can remodel it
7 Answer Key and decorate it to your own tastes which you can’t do
1 a 2 a 3 b 4 b 5 a when you rent it.
2 A: I miss my bedroom. It’s the place where I spend most of my
8 Answer Key
time and I feel really relaxed there. How about you?
1 C 3 A 5 B 7 D B: I miss my things. I like having all my books and toys and
2 C 4 B 6 C CDs and everything around me. I like to look at my posters
on the wall and my ornaments and everything.
9 Answer Key
3 A: My bedroom is the place where I feel the most comfortable.
1 agreement 6 productivity
It’s where I hang out with my friends or by myself. I
2 flexibility 7 atmosphere
decorated it myself so it’s just how I want it. What about
3 high-flyers 8 structured routine
you?
4 alternative 9 extra skills
B: I feel most at home in my kitchen because it’s a very cosy
5 control 10 time management
room. It’s also bright and friendly. I like to cook too, so I feel
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12 Suggested Answer Key Lead-in (p. 83)

To: John Smith, Camp Leader 1 a. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and elicit what each
From: Katy Brown person is doing and how these activities are related to
Subject: Places of interest for the students to visit the title. Teach vocabulary items as required.
Date: 12th March 20..
Suggested Answer Key
Introduction
The purpose of this report is to make suggestions for places which The pictures show different aspects of modern living such as:
students may be interested in visiting during their stay next week. beauty treatments, skateboarding, shopping, fast food
restaurants, the Internet, phones and credit cards.
Durris Castle
This is an eighteenth-century castle, built on top of a hill and b. Go through the list, explaining vocabulary if necessary,
surrounded by forests. There are lots of interesting things to see and ask Ss to say which of the trends and fads are
there such as the dungeons and the gardens. Entrance fee for related to the pictures.
castle and gardens: í2 (with student card).
Answer Key
Pengillen Shopping Centre
fast food restaurants, keeping fit, shopping centres, designer
This is well worth a visit. As well as having a large variety of shops,
labels, chain stores, beauty treatments, credit cards, text
there’s a lovely café with delicious cakes and a wonderful view.
messaging, junk mail
There are three craft shops selling locally produced arts and crafts.
These would make great souvenirs and presents to take back home.
2 a. Ss work in pairs and put the trends and fads from the
Trelawney Cove list in Ex. 1b under the correct headings. Check Ss’
This is a beautiful beach with white sand. It is very safe for answers. Then ask Ss to make sentences about how
swimming. It is usually not crowded, except at weekends. A wide popular each trend/fad is in their country.
range of water sports are available such as windsurfing and water-
skiing. Suggested Answer Key
I would say that text messaging is particularly popular in my
Roscommon Leisure Centre
country. It is a cheap way of keeping in touch with friends.
This indoor leisure centre is climate controlled and has a number of
I think that soap operas are rather unpopular nowadays. They
different swimming pools and eating places. There are water slides,
used to catch the public’s attention but I don’t think they do
wave machines and a games arcade. A perfect place to visit when
anymore.
the weather is bad.
Muzak is more or less unknown in my country. As far as I know, it is
Harris Museum and Art Gallery functional music with soothing qualities.
The museum has a number of interesting exhibits related to the
history of the area and even has a replica of an Iron Age village b. Go through the useful language box. Ss work in pairs
which visitors can walk around. There is currently a modern art and use the useful language box to complete the task.
exhibition in the gallery and there is also a tea room and museum Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask
shop. Entrance is í3.50 for students. some pairs to report back to the class.
Conclusion Suggested Answer Key
Overall, I believe that the places of interest suggested in this report A: What do you think of text messaging?
offer a wide variety of activities and experiences that visiting B: I kind of like text messaging. What I like most about it is the
students will enjoy during their stay. fact that you can communicate quickly and cheaply with your
friends.
A: How do you feel about celebrity gossip?
Unit 5 – Modern Living B: I just can’t stand it.
A: What is your opinion of designer labels?
Objectives B: I don’t really have an opinion on them, I’m afraid.

Vocabulary: expressing likes/dislikes; modern lifestyles; TV 3 Explain the task. Play the recording twice if necessary. Ss
programmes; fashion; personalities; media/fame listen and complete the task. Check Ss' answers. Ask them
Reading: gapped text (understanding text structure); to identify what helped them. Also elicit whether the
multiple matching (reading for specific information) speakers like or dislike what they are talking about and why.
Listening: multiple choice; blank filling (listening for gist,
main points, detail, location, roles, attitude, intention and Suggested Answer Key
opinion, specific information) A Fast food restaurants
Speaking: expressing likes/dislikes; giving/reacting to news; B Budget airlines
making and responding to suggestions; complimenting C Graffiti
Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; open cloze;
error correction 4 Help Ss explain what the quotations mean. Ss work in pairs
Grammar: adjectives/adverbs; comparisons to express their opinions. Check Ss’ answers around the
Phrasal verbs: take to; go off; keep up with; be out/in; be class.
into; be taken aback
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Suggested Answer Key b. Explain/Elicit the answer for subheading A, then Ss work
ñ You won’t get any respect from anyone if you are not in pairs. Ask some Ss to tell their guesses to the class,
fashionable. then Ss read the text quickly to check if their guesses
A: I strongly disagree with the first statement. It suggests that were correct.
you are insignificant if you are not fashionable in your Suggested Answer Key
clothes and ideas.
A reality game with celebrities in unusual situations
B: That’s right. There is more to life than fashion and people
B ordinary people live in a house together and are filmed all the
should not judge a person’s worth as a human being
time
based on what they wear or think.
C contestants attending a school for/course in singing, dancing
ñ Fashion changes all the time but classical ideas and practices D contestants living on a desert island/in the jungle
remain. E a competition for singers/models
A: Well, I agree with this statement on the whole because it is F a competition to become a pop star/group
established practices and ideas that remain. Some new
ideas become established after a while but many do not. 3 a. Allow Ss some time to read the questions and underline
B: That’s very true. I think that what is a new idea one year the key words. Help Ss with any unknown vocabulary
will often be an old fashioned one the next. where necessary. Check Ss' answers, then Ss paraphrase
the questions. Check Ss’ answers again, then they guess
5 Ask Ss to look at the trends and fads in Ex. 1b. Explain the what the correct answer might be.
task. Allow Ss two minutes to prepare their answers. Check
Suggested Answer Key
Ss’ answers around the class.
1 disgusting things: revolting actions – I’m a celebrity ...
Suggested Answer Key 2 two sets of winners: two groups of successful contestants
In my view, the use of credit cards would be the thing a person from – Popstars
the previous century would find the most difficult to get used to 3 unpopular with the others: disliked by others – I’m a
because of the technological development involved. Plastic money, celebrity ...
ATMs, shopping through the Internet, or even over the phone, are 4 break the rules: not follow the regulations – Survivor
all things a person from the previous century would find hard to 5 money made directly from the public: viewers pay
get used to. through/by ... – Popstars
6/7 be watched 24 hours a day: show is screened 24 hours a
day – Big Brother/Fame Academy
Reading (pp. 84-85) 8 live in style: live in luxury – Fame Academy
9/10 experts comment on individual performances: judges give
1 a. Read out the options and explain any unknown words/
their opinions about each contestant’s performance –
phrases. Individual Ss answer the questions.
American Idol/Popstars
Suggested Answer Key 11 one of the judges makes sarcastic comments: one expert
I usually spend a couple of hours every day watching TV. I mostly makes ironic remarks – American Idol
watch sport. I never watch soap operas. 12 style unsuitable for this kind of show – inappropriate style
for a show of this kind – Survivor
As an extension, do the exercise as a class survey. Elicit
answers from Ss and write the percentages on the b. Go through the example and ask Ss to find evidence in
board next to each type of programme. Present any the text (lines 47-48 some particularly weird contestants).
useful language necessary to explain statistics (most of Go through the tip. Allow Ss time to read the text and
the students ...; the majority of ...; some ...; only a few complete the task. Remind Ss to concentrate on one
...; a small number of ...; etc). Ss look at the percentages show at a time and to go through the whole list of
and make full sentences using appropriate language. questions with each one. Check Ss’ answers. Ss justify
e.g. The majority of the students questioned like their answers with evidence from the text. Help Ss with
watching films. etc any unknown vocabulary where necessary.
b. Read out the questions and elicit answers from various
Ss around the class. Answer Key
1 A (line 12 – eating worms)
Suggested Answer Key 2 F (lines 84-86 – two bands)
There are a couple of reality shows that I am familiar with in my 3 A (lines 8-9 – Rhona Cameron falling out with almost all the
country: Fame Academy and Big Brother. I find them both fellow participants)
interesting and entertaining. I enjoy the idea of watching a variety 4 D (lines 49-50 – smuggling meat)
of personalities dealing with everyday activities. In this way, you 5 F (lines 91-94 – a share of telephone call charges; more money
can explore people’s characters and attitudes. ... sale of singles and albums ... merchandising)
6 B (lines 19-20 – screened 24 hours a day)
2 a. Read out the question and elicit answers from various 7 C (lines 40-41 – TV cameras around the clock) } in any order
Ss. Ss read the first paragraph of the article and check 8 C (line 35 – luxurious residence)
their answers.
Suggested Answer Key
9
10
E (lines 65-67 – judge ... judges)
F (line 90 – judges working in showbusiness) } in any order

11 E (lines 67-69 – Mr Nasty ... ironic sense of humour)

I think reality shows are popular because viewers are involved yet 12 D (lines 59-60 – the glossiness detracts from what should be a
detached at the same time. We can laugh at or sympathise with down-to-earth show)
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4 a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task using their 6 a. Read out the statement. Ss discuss the question in pairs.
dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers. Check Ss' answers.
Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
tuned in: watching the specific channel A: The main characteristic of a reality show is that the
challenge: test contestants’ fame is quite often very brief.
screened: broadcast B: That’s true. There are so many ordinary people appearing on
chat-rooms: Internet sites where discussions are held with other TV daily that the chances of everyone achieving fame for a
users short time is possible.
updates: latest news/information
intense: involved/ exciting b. Read out the question. Ss discuss the question in pairs.
hosts: provides the facilities Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask
features: presents some pairs to report back to the class.
shown the door: sent home/ asked to leave
If Ss have difficulty doing the task, give some key words
smuggling: bring/take sth somewhere illegally/secretly
to help them.
wave: movement
Suggested key words: famous; no privacy; luxurious
swooping: moving suddenly downwards
lifestyle; embarrassing; rich; etc
down-to-earth: practical, ordinary
nasty: spiteful, mean, Suggested Answer Key
spokeswoman: woman chosen to speak on behalf of the A: Would you ever participate in a reality show?
organisation/company B: No way! That would be far too embarrassing. Besides, I like
potential: prospective, possible keeping myself to myself. What about you?
race: compete, hurry A: I’d love to! Maybe I would become famous after starring in the
formula: method, procedure show. It would be great to be a rich celebrity and have a
luxurious lifestyle.
b. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’
answers. c. Explain the task. Divide the class into groups. Ss
Suggested Answer Key complete the task. Ask some groups to present their
idea to the class.
Nouns: reality TV; tragedy; celebrity; ITV; show; ratings; viewers;
series; camera; Channel 4; finale; video; contestants; BBC; talent Suggested Answer Key
show; screens; programme; hit; shots; time-lapse photography; US The show would be called Holiday Island. 10 contestants spend
version; role; presenters; public; finalists; spokeswoman; their summer on an island running an apartment complex / hotel.
entertainment; drama; live performance; television screens; show Every week one contestant has to go (TV audience votes); there is a
business; producers; merchandising cash prize and a job as a hotel manager for the winner. The logo
Verbs: watching; tuned in; monitored; screened; features; could be:
competing; host; produce
Phrases: played out; tabloid headline grabbing shows; score Holiday Island
highest ratings; on camera; camera work; flooded our screens;
under the watchful eye of TV cameras; huge hit; down-to-earth
show; interactive participation
Language Focus (pp. 86-87)
5 a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ 1 Look at the pictures and elicit what each person is wearing.
answers. Read out the list of qualities and explain any unknown
Answer Key vocabulary. Elicit which terms could be used for the people
in the pictures.
1 celebrity 3 contestant 5 merchandising
2 housemates 4 evident Suggested Answer Key
Picture 1 – trendy, casually dressed, a fashion victim
b. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Ss can use their Picture 2 – scruffy, unconventional
dictionaries to find other nouns which go with these Picture 3 – smart, well-dressed
adjectives. Check Ss’ answers. Picture 4 – casually dressed
Suggested Answer Key Picture 5 – smart, old-fashioned, well-dressed

huge hit – success, star 2 a./b. Pre-teach difficult vocabulary items from the quiz
old tricks – habits, acquaintance (e.g. accessories, enhance, exclusively, flatter, reflects).
fellow judges – contestants, students Give Ss some time to complete the task and read
ironic sense of humour – attitude, smile, twist of fate the relevant description, then ask individual Ss to
final choice – countdown, decision, destination report back to the class.
unsuccessful contestants – attempt, team
global appeal – warming, phenomenon, market (Ss’ own answers)
live performance – broadcast, match, entertainment
interactive participation – programme, approach, behaviour c. Ss work in pairs. SA suggests possible answers for SB. SB
checks if SA has guessed correctly.
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3 a. Explain the task. Remind Ss of the vocabulary from Ex. 1 6 Explain that the words on the left should collocate with the
and elicit further vocabulary describing a person’s style words on the right. Do the example with Ss then Ss
from the descriptions for the quiz in Ex. 2 (e.g. cool, complete the task. Check Ss' answers. Ss can use their
carefree, casual, conventional, trend-setter, boring, fashion dictionaries. Check Ss understand the meaning of the
conscious). Allow Ss two minutes to prepare their collocations. As an extension, ask Ss to make sentences
answers. Ask some pairs to report back to the class. using some of the collocations.
Suggested Answer Key Answer Key
A: I think the girl in picture 1 is quite casual judging by her bright 2 shot – shoot 3 sit – set
outfit.
B: Well actually I think she is definitely a fashion victim. 7 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the
task. Check Ss' answers. As an extension, ask Ss if there are
A: I think the couple in picture 2 look really scruffy.
similar idioms in their own language.
B: I quite agree. They are definitely not conventional.
A: I think the boy in picture 4 is quite casually-dressed. Answer Key
B: I think that’s true. He looks trendy and carefree, too. 1 the centre of attention – be noticed by many people
2 hit the headlines – be on the front page of the newspapers
A: I think the girl in picture 5 looks quite smart. 3 brand names – well-known products
B: I quite agree. She is perhaps a bit old-fashioned. 4 first impression – initial opinion of something
5 short-lived trends – sth that comes in and out of fashion
b. Ss complete the task in pairs. Ask some pairs to report quickly
back to the class. 6 in the public eye – the centre of media attention
(Ss’ own answers)
8 Encourage Ss to work out the meaning of the phrasal verbs
4 a. Read out the sections in the list. Explain any unknown from the context before checking in Appendix 2 at the back
words, then elicit answers around the class. of the book. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the task in
pairs. Check Ss' answers. Ss should then memorise the
Suggested Answer Key
phrasal verbs.
arts: information about films, plays, concerts, art, dance, profiles of
artists and book reviews Answer Key
society: latest news about the life of celebrities and prominent 1 take to: like sth straight away
people 2 gone off: stopped liking sth or sb.
classified ads: advertisements for items for sale and other personal 3 keep up with: change at the same rate as sth
notices 4 is in/out: in fashion/out of fashion
business: news articles related to commerce, trade, industry and 5 is into it: enjoys/likes
the economy 6 taken aback: shocked
opinion: letters to the editor, comments on recent events
international news: news stories from around the world As an extension, ask Ss to revise the phrasal verbs they have
obituaries: notices of people’s deaths and accounts of their lives done in Units 1-5. In the next lesson play noughts and
national news: news from around the country crosses. Draw the grid on the board. One team uses the
lifestyle: articles on health, fitness and recipes symbol ‘X’, the other ‘O’. Taking turns, the teams put an ‘X’
sport: sports results, match reports and articles about sportspeople or ‘O’ each time they say a correct sentence in which they
employment: recruitment section, advertisements for jobs have used the preposition in one of the phrasal verbs. When
travel: travel reports, articles on different holiday resorts, holiday one team fills a row of 3 ‘Xs’ or 3 ‘Os’, they win.
advertisements
off out on
b. Allow Ss time to read the excerpts and decide which
sections they belong to. Elicit answers and ask Ss what away in up
helped them to decide.
Answer Key down into through

A sports B society
As an extension, ask Ss to bring newspaper excerpts in 9 Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the task. Ss can refer to
the next lesson and work in pairs to find out which Appendix 1 at the back of the book to check the
sections the excerpts are from. preposition needed. Check Ss' answers by asking individual
Ss to read out their sentences.
5 Go through the useful language box, then ask two Ss to Answer Key
read out the example. Ss, in pairs, complete the task. Ask
1 to 3 with 5 about 7 in
some pairs to report back to the class.
2 with 4 for 6 to
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
A: Have you heard where Pete is travelling to next week?
1 I am addicted to shopping.
B Where?
2 The new shopping centre was crowded with young people.
A: He’s off to the Far East.
3 Play stations are extremely popular with young people.
B: You’re joking!
4 That actor is famous for his bad temper.
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6 Britney Spears appeals to young girls aged between six and c. Before Ss discuss the question in pairs, write the
twelve. following key words on the board and ask them to
7 I like to know what is in fashion. make sentences about the role of women in their
country. Make notes under each key word.
ñ marriage ñ housework ñ entertainment ñ eating out
Listening & Speaking (pp. 88-89) ñ family ñ work ñ politics ñ raising children
1 a. Explain the task. Point out that Ss will hear eight Ss then look at the completed text about Japanese
unrelated extracts and that there is one question related women and the notes on the board and in pairs do the
to each one. Allow Ss some time to read through the task. Check Ss’ performance, then ask some pairs to
questions and underline the key words. Ask Ss to say report back to the class.
what they know about each situation from the
questions and possible answers. (Ss’ own answers)

Suggested Answer Key 3 a. Divide the class into pairs and each pair into Ss A and B.
1 The speaker is a teenager. The subject is her favourite TV Ask all Ss to look at the pictures and elicit/provide key
programme. vocabulary items (e.g. newsreaders, studio, game show,
2 The speakers are two women. The location is on a bus. The presenter etc). Remind Ss that SAs must talk about
subject is where they are going after work. similarities and differences between the pictures, not
3 The speakers are a man and a receptionist. The location is at a just describe them (elicit language for comparing and
health club. The subject is what programme he decides to follow. contrasting; if necessary refer Ss back to in Unit 1 p. 13)
4 The speaker is a famous woman. The situation is a radio and also answer the second part of the question. Then
interview. The subject is her reason for going to Milan. SAs complete the speaking task. SBs listen to their
5 The speakers are two girls. The location is a café. The subject is partner and keep time, making sure SAs talk for about
what one of the girls has just bought. one minute uninterrupted. Go around the class and
6 The situation is a TV programme. The subject is attitudes to monitor Ss’ performance, then ask individual Ss to
advertising. report back to the class.
7 The speaker is a man and his colleague. The location is at in
Suggested Answer Key
office. The subject is his line of work.
8 The speakers are two teenagers. The subject is what the boy Student A: The first picture shows a news programme, whereas the
thinks of the local shopping centre. second picture is a game show. There are two newsreaders, a man
and a woman, sitting behind a desk in a television studio, looking
b. Explain the task. Play the recording. Ss complete the quite serious, but there is only one game show presenter, and he is
task. Check Ss’ answers by playing the recording again, smiling enthusiastically. The newsreaders are looking at the papers
pausing after each speaker/conversation. Ask Ss to say on the desk, probably putting them in order for the programme,
which words/phrases helped them to deduce their but the game show presenter is holding up a big bundle of money,
answers. As an extension, Ss can underline the relevant probably to show the contestants what they could win. One
words/phrases in the tapescript. similarity is that all the presenters are formally dressed in suits. I
think news programmes are more popular with young people
Answer Key because they watch them to find out what’s going on in the world.
1 C 3 B 5 C 7 A In my opinion, game shows are family entertainment
2 C 4 B 6 B 8 B programmes, and are probably more popular with older people.

2 a. Elicit what the picture shows and ask Ss what they b. Read out the question and elicit answers from SBs
know about life in modern Japan. Explain the task and around the class.
allow Ss time to complete the task in pairs. For each
Suggested Answer Key
statement, ask Ss to explain why they think they are
true/false. Student B: I prefer to watch the second programme as I love game
shows. I enjoy trying to answer the questions before the
(Ss’ own answers) contestants. I think shows like this are good for expanding your
general knowledge, so watching them is not a complete waste of
b. Explain that this is a note-taking task and that Ss need to time.
listen carefully for key points. Ask Ss to read through the
gapped text and guess what information is missing. Elicit c. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and help them with
Ss’ predictions. Explain that the text paraphrases what Ss vocabulary if necessary. Remind Ss that SBs must talk
will hear but the information they need for the gaps is about similarities and differences between the pictures,
clearly given in the recording. Remind Ss that they should not just describe them. Ss work in the same pairs; SBs
not write more than three words in each gap. Play the are allowed about one minute to complete the speaking
recording twice. Ss listen and fill in the gaps. Check Ss’ task, while SAs listen and keep time. Go around the
answers by playing the recording again with pauses. class and monitor Ss’ performance, then ask individual
Answer Key Ss to report back to the class.
1 traditions 6 reserve a seat
2 Twenty-seven/27 7 traditional lunch
3 detectives 8 go out together
4 flower arranging 9 unmarried
5 home 10 respect

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Suggested Answer Key A: OK. That’s fine by me.

Student B: The first picture shows a business woman in an office 6 Elicit possible situations Ss can compliment sb on sth (e.g.
whereas the second woman is sitting on the steps outside a house new hairstyle/clothes/house/etc). Read out the expressions and
in the country. The first woman is sitting behind a desk holding a the example. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check
telephone to her ear and looking at a man opposite her. She seems Ss' answers.
very busy and stressed whereas the woman in the second picture Suggested Answer Key
seems very relaxed. The second woman is casually dressed in jeans
2 A: Do you like my new dress?
and a casual top whereas the businesswoman is formally dressed
B: You look great in it!
in a suit. Both women are about the same age but they obviously
3 A: What do you think of my wedding dress?
lead very different lives. I think the second woman’s way of life
B: Wow! You look fantastic!
would be more satisfying because it seems slow and relaxed; the
4 A: What do you think of my new hairdo?
businesswoman’s life seems hectic and stressful.
B: I didn’t recognise you!
5 A: Do you like this picture I painted?
d. Read the question aloud and elicit answers from SAs
B: Gosh! That’s really good!
around the class.
Suggested Answer Key
Student A: I think that the first picture is closer to my lifestyle, as I Reading: Culture Clip (pp. 90-91)
also work in an office. It is usually quite busy and noisy, with people 1 a. Elicit various fairy tales Ss know of, and check Ss know
coming in and out and talking loudly, phones ringing and people the three given. Elicit which tale each line comes from,
valuing. It is quite a stressful place to work, but there is always and ask Ss to give a brief account of the context of the
something to do, so I am never bored. line.

4 Explain the task and read the list of points. Play the Answer Key
recording. Ss listen and complete the task. Discuss Ss' 1 Snow White – her wicked stepmother says this to her magic
answers. mirror
2 Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves – they say these magic words to
Suggested Answer Key
A B open the entrance to their hideout
ñ uses a variety of language to express 3 Little Red Riding Hood – she says this to the wolf when he is
their opinions/feelings ✓ pretending to be her grandmother
ñ hesitates too much ✓
ñ uses a range of different linking words ✓ b. Explain the task. Read the title of the text and ask Ss to
ñ answers only the first part of the question ✓ describe the two pictures. Elicit answers from Ss as to
ñ describes the pictures in detail rather than how the pictures and title are related.
compares them ✓
Suggested Answer Key
ñ uses description/paraphrase to avoid
unknown vocabulary ✓ Both pictures are related to a fairy tale, probably Cinderella. Both
pictures show scenes from a theatrical performance of the fairy
5 a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ tale, which may be a pantomime, a funny musical play for
answers. children.

Suggested Answer Key 2 Ask Ss what they know about pantomime and elicit
Phrases to be underlined: Would you like to go ...; Well, I’m not in answers around the class. Explain the rest of the task, then
the mood for ...; Tell you what, we could always go ...; That sounds Ss complete the true/false task in pairs. Allow Ss time to
like a good idea to me. quickly read the text to check. Check Ss' answers.
Alternatives: Let’s go ..., shall we?; I don’t know. / I don’t feel like ... / Suggested Answer Key
Maybe some other time.; Why don’t we go ...?; That’s a great idea. / A pantomime is a funny musical play for children usually based on
That’s fine by me.; a fairy tale and performed at Christmas or New Year.

b. Go through the phrases in the useful language box and a True b False c True d False
the situations. Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
Ask some pairs to act out their dialogues. 3 Allow Ss some time to read the main body of the text and
underline topic sentences/phrases. Help Ss with key
Suggested Answer Key vocabulary and do the first few paragraphs with them if
ñ A: Would you like to go to a concert on Saturday? necessary. Check Ss’ answers. Then ask Ss to do the same
B: No, thanks. I don’t feel like going to a concert. with paragraphs A-I. Check answers.
A: Oh, OK. Tell you something, we could go to the theatre.
Suggested Answer Key
A: Sure, why not?
Intro The Christmas season in the UK would be nothing without
ñ A: Why don’t we go to the new club later on? the traditional ‘Panto’.
B: Well, I’m not sure if I feel up to that. Para 0 Pantomime has become big business in the UK.
A: How about going to a café instead? Para 1 Over the years, it has combined many different features of
B: That sounds like a good idea to me. theatre
ñ A: Let’s watch a video, shall we? Para 2 To be described as traditional, a pantomime needs to have
B: Well, I’m not in the mood for watching a film. a strong story line and include all the important elements
A: How about playing a board game instead? of ‘good’ battling against ‘evil’

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Para 3 This form of comedy takes its name from a device that
was carried by a pantomime character ...
Para 4 the basic ingredients of successful pantomime
Para 5 Another example of this role reversal is the all-important
pantomime dame
Para 6 one particular chorus of dancers.
Para 7 It is hoped that this unique tradition will continue long
into the future
A a visit to a show may be child’s first experience of theatre.
B The most famous of those Pantomime clowns was Joseph
Grimaldi
C Pantomime has been tried abroad.
D Pantomime has always tended to adapt to the times
E keep up-to-date with events and new trends.
F Song and dance are also important
G The tradition of cross-dressing
H Pantomimes can often run for six to eight weeks.
I The shows are mostly aimed at children, and are based on
popular fairy stories

4 Explain the task. Do item 0 with Ss. Elicit from Ss which

words link the correct paragraph to the gap. Remind Ss that
there is one paragraph which they do not need to use. Ss
work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers,
and elicit evidence for their choices.
Answer Key
1 H 3 F 5 G 7 A
2 E 4 B 6 D

5 a. Ss explain the words in bold by giving examples or

synonyms. They may use their dictionaries if necessary.
Suggested Answer Key
combination: mixture
adapting: changing according to the circumstances
elements: features
device: tool, gadget
ingredients: elements that go together to make a whole
era: age, period
chorus: a group of singers and dancers who perform together
impression: a person’s first thoughts/feelings about something
proved: has been shown to be
trends: fashions
plot: storyline
exaggerated: overplayed

b. Explain that the words from A and B combine to form

collocations used in the text. Allow Ss a few minutes to
match the words and find them in the text. Check Ss’
answers and understanding of the collocations. Then Ss
make sentences. Check Ss’ answers by asking Ss to read
out their sentences.
Answer Key
folk legends (I) lasting impression (A)
big business (line 6) fellow actors (line 26)
star performers (line 8) role reversal (line 31)
live theatre (A) theatrical effect (line 26)
Suggested Answer Key
The story of ‘Peter and the Wolf’ is a folk legend from Russia.
Pantomimes are big business in Britain.
The main roles are played by star performers.
I enjoy live theatre more than the cinema.

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The play made a lasting impression on me. Explain that adjectives for function or subject come
The star applauded his fellow actors. afterwards, directly before the noun. Point out that opinion
There is a lot of role reversal in pantomimes. adjectives (beautiful, ugly, etc) come before all these
The actor used his voice to create theatrical effect. adjectives.
Write these sentences on the board and elicit the order of
6 Explain the task and read out the sentences. Allow Ss time
adjectives from the class to illustrate the rules:
to discuss the task in pairs, then check Ss’ answers.
1 I’m looking for a ................ tablecloth. (linen/white/
Answer Key large)
In the first sentence, ‘theatre’ means entertainment that involves 2 I bought her a ................ brooch. (silver/heart-shaped/
the performance of plays. beautiful)
In the second sentence, ‘theatre’ means the building where plays, 3 He was wearing a ................ jacket. (scruffy/leather/
etc, are performed. old)
4 We had lunch in a ................ restaurant. (Chinese/
7 a. Explain the task and give Ss some time to discuss the little/cosy)
questions in pairs. Then ask individual pairs to report (Answers: 1 large white linen; 2 beautiful heart-shaped silver;
back to the class. 3 scruffy old leather; 4 cosy little Chinese)
(Ss’ own answers) Then Ss work in pairs and complete exercise 4. Check Ss'
answers. Ss should justify their answers.
b. Divide the class into groups. Allow Ss time to prepare a
scene from a pantomime, then ask willing groups to act Answer Key
out their scenes in front of the class. 1 exciting, original, expensive (any order)
2 ugly, old, black
(Ss’ own answers)
3 boring, old, social
4 cosy, small, old
English in Use (pp. 92-93) 5 a. Quickly revise comparisons: use visual prompts to elicit
1 Quickly revise adjectives and adverbs. Refer Ss to the the comparative and superlative forms of some simple
Grammar Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 with adjectives. Write them on the board and focus on
Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check Ss' answers, and elicit meaning, form and spelling. Then, elicit other ways of
examples to illustrate the T/F statements. making comparisons, e.g. (not) as ... as, less ..., the
more ... the less, etc.
Answer Key
1 bright 3 local 5 fast e.g. old – older – oldest
2 hopefully 4 sudden 6 impatiently narrow – narrower – narrowest
tiny – tinier – tiniest
1 T 2 F 3 T 4 F beautiful – more beautiful – most beautiful
good – better – best (irregular)
2 Remind Ss that some adverbs have two forms, each with a
different meaning. Ss work in pairs and complete the Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference section for more
exercise. Check Ss' answers. Ss explain what each adverb detail. Explain the task and go through the example. Ss
means. work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss'
answers.
Answer Key
Answer Key
1 a hardly b hard
2 a high b highly 2 as convenient as 4 as expensive as
3 a late b lately 3 more and more 5 The more ... the better ...
4 a deep b deeply
b. Explain the task and elicit answers from Ss around the
3 Explain that certain adjectives already end in -ly and so we class.
use a phrase with ‘way’ or ‘manner’ to form their adverbs. Suggested Answer Key
Help Ss with the first sentence. Ss work in pairs and I am sure George studies twice as much as I do.
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. I bet Mary solves Maths problems half as fast as Sam does.
Answer Key I bet John goes to the cinema twice as frequently as I do.
1 in a friendly way 3 in a silly way
2 in a lovely way 4 in a lively way As an extension, ask Ss to look around the class and
make sentences about their classmates/objects in the
4 Point out that if several adjectives go before a noun they class using comparative and superlative forms.
have to be in the right order. Explain/Elicit the rules for order e.g. S1: Mary’s bag is heavier than mine.
of adjectives. Write on the board SASCOM. Elicit what each S2: John is the quietest person in the class. etc
letter stands for (Size - Age - Shape - Colour - Origin - Material).
Elicit adjectives for each category, e.g. big, small (size); old, 6 Revise so/such. Write the following words on the board.
young (age); round, square (shape); blue, green (colour); heavy much money
Chinese, African (origin); wooden, silk (material). a heavy suitcase far
heavy suitcases much

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Ask Ss to add so/such accordingly. Elicit the rules, then ask Ss 11 Ask Ss to look at the title, then skim the text to get the gist
to make sentences using the words on the board (e.g. The and say what it is about. Then tell Ss to read the first two
suitcase was so heavy that I couldn’t lift it.). Ss work in pairs and sentences more carefully, and establish that the first line is
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. correct. Next focus on the second line and ask Ss to explain
why far is an error (we use’ far’ with ‘too’ or comparatives, not
Suggested Answer Key
with ‘extremely’). Ask Ss to focus on the next line (item 1).
1 The actor is so ... Elicit that not is an error, because in this sentence even
2 Harry Potter is such a ... though and in fact introduce a contrast with what
3 The new Star Wars film got such ... anorexics believe (that they are fat), so we know that they
are very thin, not the opposite. Remind Ss that they should
7 Explain the task and read out the example. Allow Ss time to always look at whole sentences to find errors, not just each
complete the task in pairs, then ask individual pairs to line at a time, since some errors depend on the grammar
report back to the class. and meaning of the whole sentence and Ss might
Suggested Answer Key mistakenly think they are correct in the smaller context of
the line. Ss complete the task individually or in pairs.
Harry Potter has the best plot of all.
Encourage Ss to reread the whole text afterwards to check
Star Wars has the best music of all.
that it is all correct. Check Ss’ answers, asking for a
The sound effects in Tomb Raider are better than in Harry Potter.
justification for each error found.
The plot of Harry Potter is more interesting than Tomb Raider.
Answer Key
8 Explain the task and point out that the second sentence 1 not (factually incorrect)
should have the same meaning as the first sentence. 2 the (these nouns do not need the definite article)
Remind Ss that they must not change the word given. Also 3 ✓
point out that they can use between two and five words. 4 been (incorrect tense)
Do item 1 with Ss. Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss' 5 the (we do not use ‘the’ with the comparative form)
answers. 6 even (only used with the comparative form for emphasis)
Answer Key 7 they (unnecessary pronoun)
8 ✓
1 ... eat as well as/eat as good food as ...
9 hardly (unnecessary adverb)
2 ... twice as expensive as ...
10 be (unnecessary verb)
3 ... not as easy as ...
11 ✓
4 ... get fit as quickly as ...
12 ✓
5 ... the same as he did ...
13 seem (incorrect without the preposition ‘to’)
6 ... so noisy that he ...
14 ✓
7 ... such long advertisements that ...
15 whole (unnecessary adjective)
9 Explain that the suffixes in the box can be added to nouns
to form adjectives. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete the
Writing: For-and-Against Writing (pp. 94-95)
exercise. Check Ss' answers.
1 Go through the theory box and explain any points Ss have
Answer Key
difficulty with. Read out the rubric. Go through the
1 childish – selfish, Finnish questions and elicit answers around the class.
2 conventional – professional, educational
3 official – racial, partial Suggested Answer Key
4 American – African, Cuban 1 my teacher
5 emotional – personal, original 2 quite formal
6 European – Chilean 3 Pros: save space/save time/can provide entertainment/are a
source of information
10 Ask Ss to look at the title then read through the text quickly Cons: make people dependent on them/can make mistakes
to get the gist. Read the example. Elicit why these is the Other pros: store lots of information/can be used to
correct answer (‘these days’ is an expression). Do item 1 with communicate across great distances
Ss. Advise Ss to focus on whole sentences at a time, and to Other cons: can be misused/ can crash and lose information
look very carefully at the words before and after each gap
to help them decide on the missing word. Ss work in pairs 2 a. Ask Ss to read the model and see what pros and cons
and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers on the board. are included. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
Answer Key
1 do 9 way/manner Answer Key
2 less (comparative with ‘and’) 10 is 1 To begin with 6 Finally
3 a/per/every 11 as 2 On the one hand 7 On the other hand
4 than (comparative because of ‘more’) 12 taking 3 such as 8 Another negative effect
5 of 13 too 4 In addition 9 All things considered
6 be (passive infinitive) 14 on 5 As a result
7 few 15 could/might
8 that b. Read out the questions and elicit answers around the
class.

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Suggested Answer Key 2 However, some people feel that advertising also has its
1 To begin with, the benefits of computers cannot be denied. drawbacks. The main disadvantage is that advertising can
Firstly, no one can deny that computers are useful. make people dissatisfied with what they already have. In
On the other hand, there are also disadvantages with the particular, children of poorer parents feel inferior when they
computer age. cannot buy the same things as their classmates. Moreover,
However, computers also have a number of disadvantages. advertising causes people to place too much importance on
2 The remaining sentences in both paragraphs. material goods. For instance, many people are willing to work
3 start – a rhetorical question long hours so they can afford the goods on offer.
end – state a personal opinion
6 Explain the task and read out the supporting sentences.
c. Explain the task, then allow Ss time to complete the Allow Ss some time to do the task. Check Ss' answers by
task. Check Ss’ answers. asking individual Ss to read out their topic sentences.

Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

B is the best beginning A The most important advantage of electronic shopping is the
B is the best ending convenience it offers.
B However, there are a number of problems involved with the
d. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss. use of mobile phones.
Alternatively, Ss can do the task in pairs.
7 Explain the task and elicit answers to the first item. Make sure
Suggested Answer Key Ss use appropriate linking words from the theory box on p.
The writer feels that computers are valuable, but not essential. He 95. Allow Ss time to complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
believes that we should not become so involved in them that we
Suggested Answer Key
socialise less with other people. His opinion is clearly stated in the
final paragraph. 1 Firstly, the tickets are a lot cheaper than other airline
companies. As a result, more people are able to travel abroad.
3 Go through the theory box and explain the task. Ss work in 2 The most important disadvantage is that it is frustrating and
pairs and complete the task. Check Ss' answers. time-consuming. For example, you waste a lot of time sifting
through the mail and you may overlook an important letter or
Answer Key bill as a result.
1 in favour of 3 feel 5 For example 3 To begin with, it is one of the main reasons behind the problem
2 Even though 4 Besides of obesity in modern society. Many people are more likely to
buy fast food than to eat a healthy lunch these days because it
4 Explain the task and elicit the first answer from Ss. Allow Ss is so convenient.
time to complete the task, then check Ss' answers. 4 In addition, graffiti can beautify an area. For example, a dull
grey concrete wall can become an attractive country scene.
Suggested Answer Key
1 To begin with → Firstly 8 Read out the rubric. Help Ss to underline the key words,
2 On the one hand → One advantage is that then go through the questions and elicit answers around
3 such as → for example the class.
4 In addition → Furthermore
5 As a result → Therefore Suggested Answer Key
6 Finally → Last Key words to be underlined: magazine for teenagers; credit cards;
7 On the other hand → However curse; blessing; article; pros and cons; shopping on credit
8 Another negative effect → An additional disadvantage
1 the editor and readers of the magazine
9 All things considered → Taking everything into account
2 semi-formal style because it is for a magazine
3 Points in favour of credit cards:
5 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the
Enable you to shop whenever you feel like it;
arguments and justifications, then complete the task.
Useful in case of an emergency;
Check Ss’ answers by asking them to use the arguments
They can be used internationally;
and justifications to make sentences about advertising.
You can buy on the phone or on-line;
Answer Key Usually offer discounts and special offers;
1 d for 3 a for No need to carry much cash;
2 c against 4 b against Points against credit cards:
You may overuse it and get into debt;
b. Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the task. Mistakes can be made;
Check Ss’ answers. As an extension, ask Ss to replace You may fall behind with payments;
the topic sentences given with other appropriate ones. You will pay a lot of interest.

Suggested Answer Key 9 a. Explain to Ss that they are to read two model answers,
1 There are certain arguments in favour of advertising. one good and one bad, to the task in Ex. 8. Go through
To begin with, advertising creates jobs. As a result, the the points listed that Ss should have in mind while
unemployment problem is reduced, which is an important assessing the models. Then, allow Ss some time to read
advantage for a country’s economy. Another point in favour is the models and assess them. Ss, in pairs, compare their
that it increases the wealth of a country, since tax paid on answers. Check Ss’ answers in class. Ss justify their
goods can be used for essential services in society. answers.

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Answer Key Answer Key

Model B is the most appropriate one because it covers all the points Dear Ken,
in the list, whereas Model A does not. Hi – how have you been? Here’s the information you asked for
(language too formal/wrong verb) about the hotel for your uncle. I
b. Explain the task. Go through the list and check that Ss found (wrong tense) one, the Westin Hotel, but there are some
understand all the points. Allow Ss time to read through good and bad points.
Model A again and complete the task. Check Ss’ One of the main advantages of (wrong preposition) this hotel
answers. Ss need to give examples to support their is that (unnecessary word) it is comfortable and luxurious. For
answers. example (wrong linking word), there’s a swimming pool and a
sauna. Another point in favour of (wrong preposition) this hotel is
Answer Key
that they have good prices (unnecessary word). There’s (wrong
All the items should be ticked. tense) even a special discount in April (punctuation problem) and
ñ opinion in the first paragraph (‘in my view’) May (punctuation problem).
ñ personal example(s) (2nd para: ‘I even used mine in Africa However, this hotel also has some drawbacks. The main point
once’) against it (unnecessary word) is that the location is rather out of
ñ short forms (1st para: ‘we shouldn’t’) the way. As a result, your uncle will have (wrong tense) to walk
ñ one sentence paragraphs (last para) about fifteen minutes to the nearest bus station. Another
ñ blind use of statistics (first para, first sentence) disadvantage is that it can be (missing word) difficult to find
ñ overgeneralisation (last para) rooms, so your uncle will have to book early.
ñ badly laid out composition (main body consists of one All in all, however (wrong linking word), I think (language too
paragraph and advantages and disadvantages are mixed up) formal) the Westin Hotel is a good choice, and you can safely
recommend it to your uncle. Inform him that he can book
c. Allow Ss time to rewrite the beginning and ending of (unnecessary word) directly (see number at the bottom), or if you
Model A in pairs. Check Ss’ answers by asking Ss to read want me to do it just let me know. I can’t wait to hear (language
out their beginnings and endings. too formal) from you again.
Love, (incorrect salutation)
Suggested Answer Key Joe
Beginning:
missing point: excellent service
As anyone with a wallet full of plastic money knows, credit cards
are very much part of our everyday life. However, are they our
12 Explain the task. Help Ss to underline the key words, then
flexible friends or an enemy in disguise?
go through the questions and elicit answers around the
Ending: class.
To sum up, I believe that the responsibility for the use or misuse of a
Suggested Answer Key
credit card lies in our hands. We can turn a credit card into a useful
tool to make shopping easier or into a dangerous weapon that can A Key words to be underlined: effects of mobile phones on our
lead us into debt. lives; views; good and bad sides; articles; magazine
1 an article
d. Read out the quotations. Elicit from Ss which would be 2 the editor and the magazine readers – semi-formal style
appropriate to end Model B. Allow Ss time to write a 3 Begin:
new ending. Check Ss’ answers by asking individual Ss It seems that everywhere we go nowadays we will hear
to read out their endings. the beeping sound of someone’s mobile phone. Along
Suggested Answer Key with the Internet, emails and credit cards, mobile phones
have become a central part of modern life. But are they a
All in all, if we are aware of the pitfalls and use them wisely, then
benefit or a nuisance?
credit cards can be very useful. After all, as Henry de Bracton once
End:
said, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure".
All in all, in the right hands mobile phones are a welcome
practical means of communication. If we use them
10 Ss work in pairs. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
responsibly and respectfully, mobile phones are a useful
Answer Key tool for modern living.
1 Ken, my penpal 4 useful in an emergency/fast means of communication/
2 informal can be dangerous /can be costly
3 Dear Ken – Love, Joe 5 We can contact people from wherever we are and be
4 Name of hotel – first paragraph contacted ourselves.
Advantages – second paragraph Text messaging is instant and quick.
Disadvantages – third paragraph Using a mobile phone while driving is extremely
my opinion – final paragraph hazardous and can cause an accident.
Call charges for calling another mobile or a long distance
11 Go through the list of errors with Ss. Read out the first line number are high.
and elicit from Ss what type of error has been made 6 To start with, In addition, For example, Also, To add to
(punctuation) and what the error actually is (Ken should begin that, However, All in all
with a capital as it is a name). Allow Ss some time to complete
the task in pairs, then check Ss' answers. B Key words to be underlined: pros & cons of keeping fit;
teacher; composition; your opinion

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Suggested Answer Key Overall, I think you will have a great time here at
A It seems that everywhere we go nowadays we will hear the university. It is a great place to live. If there is anything else you
beeping sound of someone’s mobile phone. Along with the would like to know, just drop me a line. Take care.
Internet, emails and credit cards, mobile phones have become Love,
a central part of modern life. But are they a benefit or a Gillian
nuisance?
There is no doubt that mobile phones have their advantages.
To start with, they are very useful in an emergency. We can Unit 6 – Going Places
contact people from wherever we are and be contacted
ourselves. In addition, they are a very fast means of
communication. For example, text messaging is simple and Objectives
quick. Vocabulary: types of holidays & trips; travel & travellers;
However, there are also a number of disadvantages. The main holiday objects & souvenirs; signs; holiday experiences; types
disadvantage is that they can be dangerous. For example, of roads
using a mobile phone while driving is extremely hazardous Reading: multiple matching (reading for specific information);
and can cause an accident. To add to that, mobiles can be gapped text (reading for text structure)
costly. Call charges for calling another mobile or a long Listening: multiple matching; true or false (listening for gist,
distance number are high. main points, detail, specific information, opinion)
Speaking: interrupting; encouraging; persuading; agreeing
All in all, in the right hands mobile phones are a welcome
& disagreeing; complaining; criticising; apologising; asking
practical means of communication. If we use them responsibly
for an opinion; complimenting; thanking
and respectfully, mobile phones are a useful tool for modern
Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; word formation;
living.
multiple choice cloze
Grammar: modal verbs: obligation & necessity, possibility &
B Health and fitness go hand in hand and every town and city
impossibility, ability & permission
has gyms, health clubs and sports centres available for people
Phrasal verbs: check; set; take; break; pick; slow (related to
to use. Nevertheless, does keeping fit have more benefits than
travel)
pitfalls in today’s society?
Writing: narratives (1)
One point of view in favour of keeping fit is that it helps
maintain a balanced weight. This is important because being
overweight can cause many health problems such as high Lead-in (p. 99)
blood pressure and stress on the joints. What is more, keeping
1 Ask Ss to look at the pictures and elicit what type of holiday
fit means that you will be able to do more activities easily. For
each one shows. Then elicit reasons for Ss’ preferences for
example, people who are unfit get tired and out of breath
each type.
doing simple things. Finally, a good overall level of fitness
helps to maintain a healthy body as exercise is good for the Answer Key
heart and lungs. A beach holiday D safari
Nevertheless, there are also some disadvantages. One B skiing holiday E camping holiday
disadvantage is that keeping fit can be expensive. Memberships C cycling holiday F walking holiday
to gyms and health clubs often cost a lot of money. Another Suggested Answer Key
disadvantage is that it is often difficult to fit exercise into our
hectic lifestyles. Our daily schedules are often so busy that we I enjoy going on beach holidays because I like to sunbathe.
don’t have the time to exercise regularly. I enjoy going on skiing holidays because I love winter sports.
I enjoy going on cycling holidays because I like to explore parts of
All things considered, some moderate exercise every day has a the countryside where there is no traffic.
great number of benefits. How and when we exercise is up to I enjoy going on safari because I like to see animals in their natural
us, but keeping fit is essential for good health. environment.
I like going on walking holidays because I like to explore the
C Dear Hilda, countryside and keep fit at the same time.
Thanks for your letter. I was very happy to hear that you
are thinking of studying here. I have all the information you 2 Explain the task. Play the recording. Ss listen and match the
asked for. people to the types of holidays. Check Ss’ answers. Elicit
University students living in my city have a number of which words helped Ss decide.
advantages. In the first place, there are lots of great facilities
for students. For example, there is a fantastic sports centre Answer Key
with special discounts for students as well as an Internet cafe. Speaker 1 – tropical island (quiet, relaxing, escape, turtles, beach)
Also, the social life for students here is great. There are a Speaker 2 – mountain village (scenery from the top)
number of international students at the university, so you will Speaker 3 – safari (helicopter, under the stars, open air, wildlife)
have the opportunity to meet people from all over the world.
On the other hand, there are a couple of drawbacks. The 3 a. Read out the words in the columns and explain/elicit the
main one is that life can be quite expensive. Student meaning of any unknown words. Allow Ss a minute to
accommodation is costly as the rents are quite high. Also, complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
there is lots of traffic. The roads are very busy and it can be
quite noisy, especially around the campus because it is on a
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Answer Key B: In my opinion, this is not true for everyone. Many people
eco-tourism project seaside resort agree that wherever they are they feel at home and that’s
travel brochure remote area true for me, too.
holiday romance/resort tourist attraction
travelling companion traveller’s cheques
departure lounge Reading (pp. 100-101)
1 Read out the question and start a class discussion eliciting
b. Elicit a variety of sentences from Ss around the class. opinions and answers from around the class.
Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
Charter flights are usually cheaper than scheduled flights. A: I think tourists should not buy souvenirs made from
Working on an eco-tourism project gave me a lot of satisfaction. endangered species.
Holiday resorts always look inviting in the travel brochures. B: I agree, then they will not be encouraging illegal trade or
The girl I met on the boat became my travelling companion for the poaching.
remainder of the trip. A: To me, tourists should respect the local customs and traditions
If your flight is delayed, you may have to wait in the departure so as not to offend the local people.
lounge for some time. B: Yes, they should be polite at all times.
I prefer to spend my holidays in seaside resorts.
The hotel we stayed in was excellent, but it was in a rather remote 2 a. Read out the title of the text and elicit what it might
area. mean. Allow Ss some time to read the text quickly and
Disneyland is a popular tourist attraction for families with young check to see if their guesses were correct.
children.
Traveller’s cheques are a useful way of carrying money with you Suggested Answer Key
when you travel. The writer describes holidays as "guilt-free" because travellers have
the chance to get away to somewhere beautiful while helping a
c. Explain the task and go through the useful language box. deprived area and giving something back to the environment at
Ask two Ss to read out the example and point out that the same time.
speaker B encourages the other speaker to say more. Ask
Ss to use compound nouns from Ex. 3a in their b. Help Ss to underline the key words in the questions. Ss
discussions. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Ask work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
some pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the class.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key Key words to be underlined:
ñ A: In my opinion, working on an eco-tourism project is a great 0 local people, travel companies, agree – both locals and tour
way to spend a holiday. That way, you get something and operators think alike
give something back at the same time. Also, ... 1 new plan spoil view, well-known spot – proposed scheme
B: I’m sorry to interrupt, but I don’t think you get anything will ruin the view from a popular place
back. After all, you are working the whole time, aren’t you? 2 something used, different purpose – alternative use
A: Well, I’m sure you would have some time to relax and 3 live as natives do – live like the locals
enjoy your surroundings. 4 project set up, because financial crisis – scheme started due
to economic problems
ñ A: If you ask me, I think a lot of travel brochures are guilty of
5 government agreed to plan – authorities accepted
false advertising.
proposed scheme
B: Why do you think that?
6/7 different opinions on what should be done – conflicting
A: Well, when you arrive in a resort, quite often the place
views about a solution
looks nothing like it was in the glossy brochure.
8 authorities want wealthier tourists – government prefers
high-class visitors
4 Read out the statements. Ss complete the task. Ask some Ss
9 future plans, benefit group of tourists – some tourists will
to report their answers back to the class.
profit in the future
Suggested Answer Key 10 group, looking for assistance – people seeking help
ñ Travelling deepens our self-knowledge. 11/12 tourists, see wild animals – holidaymakers see animals in
A: I agree, as I think that when we travel, we have new the wild
experiences and the way we deal with them teaches us 13 easy-going atmosphere – relaxed surroundings
about ourselves and our tastes. 14 trying, make life easier for tourists – attempting to simplify
B: I don’t agree. I don’t think we need to travel to learn about things for tourists
ourselves. We learn new things about ourselves all the time
and if we didn’t know how to deal with new situations it c. Explain the task. Ask Ss to look at section B of the text
would probably be better not to travel anyway. more carefully and find evidence for the example 0 (lines 33-
35 ‘Both the residents and the travel organisations feel that ...’).
ñ We are more emotionally attached to our homes than any Then allow Ss a few minutes to see which other questions
other place. apply to section B of the text. Check Ss’ answers and
A: I think this is true, because it doesn’t matter where we are evidence. Instruct Ss to continue the task on their own,
actually living in the present moment, we always have a always dealing with one section of the text at a time and
special feeling for our home. No matter how far away checking all the questions with each section. Ss complete
from home we go, we always think of it and remember it the task individually, checking their answers in pairs. Check
as somewhere where we feel comfortable and happy. Ss’ answers, eliciting evidence for each question.

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Answer Key 2 they would be happier if the tourists who visit Goa had more
1 C (lines 44-5) money to spend
2 A (lines 17-19) 3 it would be foolish to alienate the people who enjoy spending
3 D (lines 67-75) their holidays there
4 D (lines 63-65) 4 it will make sure the natural beauty of Machu Picchu is not
5 C (lines 51-52) spoilt
5 holidaymakers will have the opportunity to experience what
6
7
B (lines 25-30)
C (lines 49-52) } in any order life is really like in an African village
8 B (lines 25-27)
9 A (lines 8-9, 12-13) 6 a. Ask Ss to read the text again and think of a one-
10 A (lines 14-16) sentence summary for each part. Check Ss’ answers
around the class.
11
12
A (line 11)
D (lines 61-62) } in any order
Suggested Answer Key
13 B (lines 21-22)
A Plans to sink a warship and use it as a diving reef in Cornwall
14 C (lines 40-43)
would encourage eco-tourism.
B Local authorities in Goa want to discourage low budget
3 a. Explain/Elicit what geographical features means (things
tourists and attract more up-market travellers.
such as mountains, rivers etc). Ss read the text again and
C There is disagreement about plans to build a cable car to lift
do the task. Elicit which features can be found in their
visitors up to Machu Picchu.
country.
D Local villagers have started their own eco-tourism project in
Answer Key Zambia to raise money for educational and welfare projects.
coast, beach, jungle, mountains
b. Read out the question. Ss work in pairs and discuss the
(Ss’ own answers) question. Ask some pairs to present their opinions to
the class.
b. Explain the task. Point out that the part of the text
where the words/phrases can be found has been given. Suggested Answer Key
Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ I think that the project mentioned in section A will be successful,
answers. because there are plenty of people who are interested in diving.
These people will visit the wreck and will be keen to protect fish and
Answer Key
marine life as these creatures enhance their diving experience.
1 artificial (line 3) 4 snub (line 34)
2 generate (line 6) 5 pristine (line 38) The project in section B may not be successful, as it will be difficult
3 discourage (line 26) 6 welfare (line 66) to stop hippies from visiting an island where they have always
spent their holidays. By trying to discourage them from coming to
c. Ss explain the words in bold by giving synonyms or the island, local authorities may cause a lot of damage to the local
examples. They may use their dictionaries to help them economy.
if necessary. Check Ss’ answers around the class. The project in section C may not work because there are people
Suggested Answer Key who strongly oppose it. It is hard to decide which would be worse –
to continue to damage the trail up to Machu Picchu, or to build a
marine life: living things in the sea e.g. fish, sharks, shellfish, etc
cable car which would destroy the view.
local authorities: regional government
shoestring budgets: limited amount of money to spend I think that the project in section D will be successful because there
turn away: refuse entry are a lot of people who will want to help the African people and
remote: far away from cities and inhabited areas spend time in beautiful surroundings at the same time. Many
trek: hike people would enjoy staying in an African village and learning
visible: possible to see about local traditions.
local inhabitants: people who live in the area
launched: started, set up 7 Read out the task and initiate a class discussion eliciting a
a downturn in the national economy: a worsening of the variety of answers from around the class.
country’s finances (Ss’ own answers)

4 Ss work in pairs and complete the exercise using their

dictionaries to help them if necessary. Language Focus (pp. 102-103)
Answer Key 1 a. Explain the task. Explain/Elicit the meaning of any
2 repel 4 up-market 6 foolish unknown words in the sentences. Write the table on
3 threaten 5 destroy 7 working the board and elicit answers from Ss around the class to
complete it. Ss copy the completed table into their
5 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the notebooks.
exercise. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key beginning: see you off; get going; boarded; set off
1 the number of diving enthusiasts who have shown interest has during: held up; go via; en-route; passed through; headed for
been surprising end: reach; got off;

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b. Explain the task. Ss do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. ñ A: I’m really tired after our long flight.
Elicit what type of transport is referred to (a ship). B: Me too. Let’s put the ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign on the door.
Explain that the text refers to a famous ship that set sail
ñ A: Have you got anything in your luggage that we have to
from Southampton and never completed its journey to
declare to the customs officials?
New York. Ask Ss to guess what ship the text may refer
B: No, I don’t think so. We can go through the green channel.
to (The Titanic) and elicit the date (11th April, 1912).
Answer Key 4 Explain/Elicit the meaning of any unknown words, then Ss
1 see (us) off 2 en-route 3 reach read the announcements and complete the task. Play the
recording. Ss listen and check their answers. Elicit where
c. Explain the task. Ask various Ss to talk about a each announcement could be heard.
memorable journey they have made in front of the class. Answer Key
(Ss’ own answers) 1 passengers – at an airport.
2 platform – at a train station
2 Check Ss’ knowledge of vocabulary for the items illustrated. 3 luggage – at an airport, a train station or a bus station
Explain the situation and go through the useful language 4 docking – on a ferry or a cruise ship
box. Read out the example and explain that Ss should try to 5 route – on a traffic report on the radio
negotiate with their partner when they disagree, to reach
an agreement. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. 5 Allow Ss some time to go through the spidergrams. Elicit/
Monitor Ss’ performance around the class and ask some Explain the meaning of any unknown words. Do item 1 with
pairs to report their decisions back to the class. Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. Elicit a
variety of sentences using the remaining words from Ss
Suggested Answer Key
around the class.
A: Do you think we should pack the umbrella?
B: No way! It’s going to be really hot and sunny in Mexico. Answer Key
A: Hmm ... That’s true. In that case we’ll need the sunscreen, then. 1 globetrotter 3 Pilgrims 5 Explorers
B: That’s fine by me. 2 flying visit 4 stopover
A: Surely the most sensible thing would be to take the alarm
Suggested Answer Key
clock.
B: The alarm clock! I can’t see any point in doing that. I’m not They are building a new ring road in my town.
keen on getting up early, especially when I’m on holiday. The speed limit on a dual carriageway is 40mph.
A: OK. Let’s take the radio instead. That way, we could listen to We live on a quiet lane in a rural area.
music whenever we like. The new bypass will reduce the amount of traffic through our town.
B: Good idea. It’s vital that we take the camera to take lots of The airport is only one hour’s drive up the motorway.
photos. At the end of my street there is a dirt track which leads to an
A: Let’s do that! I really think we should take a first-aid kit, too. abandoned farmhouse.
You never know when we might need it. I often get stuck in traffic on the A1 flyover.
B: You’re probably right. I really think it would be a pity if we The local castle attracts a lot of sightseers.
didn’t take the insect repellent and we got bitten by I’ve never had the desire to be a backpacker; I prefer to travel in
mosquitoes. style.
A: You’re right. Let’s do that! My mum is a keen rambler and often goes for long walks through
the countryside.
3 a. Read out the signs and elicit their meaning and where We are going on a weekend break to Paris this spring.
they might be seen. I enjoy making day trips to the seaside.
My grandma goes on lots of excursions with the over 60s’ club.
Suggested Answer Key My flight was delayed, so I missed my connection.
You could see the first sign in a hotel or a bed and breakfast. It I would love to take a cruise to the Bahamas one day.
means that there are no rooms free at the moment. I would like to have an extended stay in France to really explore the
You could see the second sign in a bank or at a hotel reception country.
desk. It means that you can exchange your travellers’ cheques for
cash here. 6 a. Explain that in each group, three words collocate with
You could see the third sign on a hotel room door. It means that the noun and one does not. Ss work in pairs and do the
the people in the room do not want anyone to knock on the door exercise. Check Ss’ answers and explain any unknown
or come into the room. words. As an extension, ask Ss to make sentences using
You could see the fourth sign in an airport. It means that you do the noun phrases.
not have anything in your luggage which you should inform the
Answer Key
customs officials about.
1 dark 3 national 5 booked
b. Ask two Ss to read out the exchange. Ss work in pairs 2 accommodation 4 soaking 6 various
and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking
some pairs to act out their exchanges in front of the class. b. Ss work in pairs and talk about their last holiday using
words from Ex. 6a.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
ñ A: I’d like to cash some travellers’ cheques, please.
B: Certainly sir. May I see your passport, please? A: We stayed in a family hotel. It was very comfortable.
B: Oh. Were you on a package holiday?

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A: No. I wanted to go somewhere where there weren’t many tourists. However, the crowds are probably there because there is a
I prefer to have a relaxing holiday away from crowds of people. certain time when it is best to visit a place. Perhaps when the
B: So, was the place you stayed in very peaceful? crowds have gone home, the weather will be bad, or the
A: Oh yes. It was perfect. The scenery was spectacular, too. attractions will have closed for the season.
B: It sounds lovely.
2 I agree, as I myself prefer to travel independently and make all
7 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete the my own arrangements rather than go on a package holiday.
exercise. Ss can check their answers in Appendix 2 at the This gives me the freedom to go wherever I like, whenever I like
back of the book. Check Ss’ answers, then Ss explain the and not rely on organised tours and visits to certain sights.
phrasal verbs. Ss should memorise these phrasal verbs.
However, for some people, particularly those who are
Answer Key travelling with young families, it may be easier to have
1 in 3 off 5 up everything arranged for you, as this means that you have less
2 off 4 down 6 down to worry about and you can relax and enjoy your holiday,
knowing that the children will have plenty to do.
Suggested Answer Key
1 check in: arrive at hotel and collect your key 3 I disagree as I think that it is important for young children to
2 set off: start a journey see as much of the world as possible, so that they grow up
3 take off: leave the ground knowing that there is more to the world than the place where
4 break down: stop working they live. They need to learn that all people are not the same
5 pick up: collect and life is different in other parts of the world.
6 slow down: drive more slowly On the other hand, certain kinds of food in other countries
may not suit them and they could get sick. Apart from this, the
8 Explain the task. Ss complete the task using their dictionaries weather might be too hot and young children can easily get
if necessary. Check Ss’ answers. sunstroke. I don’t think they are good travellers either, because
Answer Key they get bored easily.
1 heart 2 broadens 3 hit 4 made
b. Explain to Ss that they are going to listen to five people
talking about travelling. Ask Ss to read the opinions
9 Explain the task. Point out that the words in bold have a
A-F. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and complete the
similar meaning but only one is correct. Ss complete the
task. Play the recording again, pausing after each
task using their dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers.
speaker, to check Ss’ answers and elicit evidence.
Answer Key
Answer Key
1 ruins 3 delay 5 companion
Speaker 1 B Speaker 3 C Speaker 5 E
2 view 4 trip 6 brochures
Speaker 2 D Speaker 4 A
10 Explain the task. Ss fill in the prepositions, and can check
2 a. Explain that Ss are going to listen to someone giving
their answers in Appendix 1 at the back of the book. Check
advice to travellers. Elicit various travel advice/tips (avoid
Ss’ answers, then Ss work in pairs to use the prepositional
high season, take spare clothes in your hand luggage, talk to
phrases to tell each other about their last holiday.
people who have been to the place you plan to visit etc). Ask
Answer Key Ss to read the sentences 1-8 and underline the key
1 by 4 for 7 on 9 in words, then make guesses about what the speaker
2 on 5 on/off/by/at 8 in/at 10 in might talk about.
3 on/in 6 off Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key Key words to be underlined:
Last summer my family and I went to France by car. We had rented 1 lightweight travel products
a small cottage on the west coast. When we eventually found the 2 inexpensive suitcases ,thieves
cottage, which was quite difficult as it was really off the beaten 3 sweets, dangerous, children, take-off, landing
track, we were desperate for a swim so we headed for the beach. 4 limit toys
We soon realised it was actually some way – about 20 minutes on 5 addressed envelopes, contact, friends
foot. On our way back, we found a small kitten in the road and 6 shop, fit in suitcase
took it back to the cottage. etc 7 airport, asked, items in luggage
8 small details, important

Listening & Speaking (pp. 104-105) b. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and complete the
task. Check Ss’ answers and elicit evidence. As an
1 a. Read out the sentences. Elicit a variety of answers from extension, refer Ss to the tapescript and ask them to
Ss around the class. underline evidence for each answer.
Suggested Answer Key Answer Key
1 I agree with the first statement up to a certain point. The 1 F 3 F 5 F 7 T
advantages of travelling when all the holiday crowds have 2 F 4 T 6 F 8 T
gone home, is that you get to see a place when it is peaceful
and you do not have to push through crowds of people, or join
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c. Elicit a variety of answers to the question around the Suggested Answer Key
class. Phrases to be underlined:
(Ss’ own answers) complain: I’m sorry to say that I am very disappointed with
apologise: I don’t know what to say; I’m so sorry
3 Ask Ss to look at the pictures and identify what is shown in criticise: I’m really fed up with
each one. Divide the class into pairs and Ss complete the The speakers are a guest and the manager/receptionist in the hotel.
task. Remind Ss that they should justify their choices. The problem is that noisy trains pass the hotel all night.
Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask some
pairs to discuss their choices in front of the class. b. Read out the rubric. Elicit a variety of problems from
Suggested Answer Key around the class then go through the useful language
box. Read out the situations, then Ss work in pairs and
A: I think that I would buy the necklace. It is very pretty and it
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking some
looks as though it might be hand made. I like to buy souvenirs
pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the class.
that have been made by local people.
B: Yes, it’s quite nice, I suppose, but I prefer the bowl and Suggested Answer Key
chopsticks. It would be something to show my friends, and you problems: travel sickness, food poisoning, lost luggage, flight
could even learn how to eat with chopsticks, which would be delays etc
fun.
A: That’s true. I like the bowl and chopsticks, too. What else would ñ A: I’m afraid I’ve got a complaint.
you buy? B: What exactly is the problem, madam?
B: Well, the sombrero hats are fun. I would hang them on my wall A: I’ve just arrived on the plane from London, but my
at home as decorations so that my friends could see them. luggage has been sent to France.
A: That’s a great idea. They would look really good. I still like the B: Oh dear. I’m terribly sorry about that. I’ll see to it as soon as
necklace, though, as I love original jewellery, so I think I’d get possible.
that and the bowl and chopsticks. What would you definitely ñ A: I’m sorry to say that I am very disappointed with the food
not buy? in this hotel.
B: Well, I certainly wouldn’t buy the wooden chest. I wouldn’t be B: Oh, I’m sorry. What seems to be the trouble with it?
able to carry it home with me. A: It is badly cooked and tastes awful.
A: You’re right. It definitely wouldn’t fit in your suitcase! I wouldn’t B: Oh dear. I don’t know what to say.
buy the statue of the Eiffel Tower. I think it looks cheap and
nasty and it is probably made of plastic. It is not a very original ñ A: There’s something I’d like to talk to you about. You
souvenir, either. promised to give me a wake-up call for the excursion
B: Oh, I don’t know. It’s not too bad. I definitely wouldn’t buy the today, but you didn’t do it.
lamp. You can find lamps like that in any antique shop so it’s B: Gosh, you’re right. I forgot all about it. I’m sorry!
not very unique and wouldn’t give me any special memories of A: It’s all your fault that I missed the excursion and I was
my holiday. really looking forward to it.
A: No, you’ve got a point there. I definitely wouldn’t buy the lamp B: I’m so sorry! I’ll make sure it doesn’t happen again.
or the Eiffel Tower.
B: Well, I wouldn’t buy the chest or the lamp. c. Explain the task and ask Ss to look carefully at the
pictures. Elicit what might be the situation in each one.
4 Read out the questions and Ss discuss them in pairs. Ask Ss work in pairs and act out dialogues. Check Ss’
some Ss to report their opinions back to the class. answers by asking some pairs to act out their dialogues
in front of the class.
(Ss’ own answers)
Suggested Answer Key
5 Explain the task. Check that Ss understand the assessment ñ A: Look, I’m sorry to trouble you, but I wonder if you could
criteria, and elicit what would represent an unsuccessful remember to fill the photocopier up with paper when it
performance in each of the areas listed. Play the recording, runs out.
then elicit answers around the class. B: Oh yes! I forgot. Sorry.
A: It’s about time you tried a bit harder, isn’t it? Why couldn’t
Suggested Answer Key
you check how much paper there is every time you use it?
ñ Both students use a good range of appropriate vocabulary B: I’m really sorry. It won’t happen again.
and accurate grammar throughout.
ñ The students put forward relevant arguments and give valid ñ A: There’s something we’d like to talk to you about. It’s just
reasons for their choices. They organise their ideas clearly and that you promised to tidy your room before you went out,
extend their answers. but you didn’t, did you?
ñ The two students have good pronunciation and use stress and B: I know. I’m sorry. I’ll do it now.
intonation to convey the intended meaning, as well as A: It’s about time you pulled your weight around here instead
appropriate linking words. of going out all the time.
ñ Both students speak quite fluently, communicate their ideas B: You’re right. I’ll make sure it doesn’t happen again. I’m sorry.
well, invite responses from each other and maintain
interaction well. 7 a. Ask two Ss to read the dialogue aloud and elicit where
it takes place.
6 a. Explain the task. Ask two Ss to read out the dialogue. Ss Suggested Answer Key
work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss’ I think that the dialogue takes place in someone’s house.
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b. Go through the useful language box and read out the interest in Strickland wasn’t immediately revived.) Ss complete
situations. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Ask the task in pairs. Remind them to match the topic of the
some pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the missing sentence and any reference words in it with the
class. topic of the sentence before and after each gap and to
check that the sentence they choose fits grammatically and
Suggested Answer Key
makes sense. Check Ss’ answers. Then ask Ss to justify their
ñ A: So, how do you like the house then? answers.
B: I think it’s brilliant.
A: Thanks, you’re so kind. Answer Key
1 A (reference words: kitchen, breakfast, awoke, sleeping)
ñ A: Do you like the food?
2 C (reference words: Wellington)
B: It’s absolutely delicious.
3 H (reference words: stormy, wind, dropped, sea)
A: Thanks for saying so.
4 B (reference words: island, approach,came near)
ñ A: So, what do you think? 5 E (reference words: sad, sadness)
B: It’s really beautiful. 6 G (reference words: harbour, boats, quay, bay)
A: Thanks, I’m glad you like it. 7 D (reference words: crowd, sea of faces)

8 Read out the sentences a-g and the example. Allow Ss a 4 a. Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the text
few minutes to prepare dialogues in pairs. Ask different again and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers and
pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the class. elicit/explain the meaning of any unknown vocabulary
where necessary.
Suggested Answer Key
a ... – restaurant Answer Key
b No, I can manage, thanks. – at home / in an airport/bus/train ñ the sky: pale, flaming, blue
stration ñ Wellington: trim, neat, English
c I’d like a ticket to London, please. – bus/train station ñ the sea: stormy, calm, blue
d I’ve got a reservation under the name of Smith. – hotel ñ the clouds: grey
e I’d like a seat near the front of the plane, please. – airport ñ the mountains: lovely, distinct
f I’d like two cheeseburgers, please. – fast food restaurant ñ the boats: trim, neat
g Could I try these on in a 37, please? – shoe shop ñ the town: little, white, charming
ñ the crowd: gay, well-dressed, noisy, cheerful, animated

Literature Corner (pp. 106-107) b. Ss explain the highlighted words by giving synonyms or
examples, using their dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’
1 Ask Ss to read the short text about Somerset Maugham.
answers.
Read out the task and elicit a variety of answers from Ss
around the class. Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key hazard: chance
remote: isolated
I expect to read a story about a writer and an artist.
revive: refresh
I think that Maugham chose Tahiti as the setting for this story engaged (in): doing
because he spent a lot of time there and decided it was a beautiful stirring: waking, moving
place which would be wonderful to describe and write about. splendour: magnificence
gaze: stare
2 a. Elicit what Ss know about Tahiti. Ss read the text and murmur: make a continuous low sound
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. flamboyant: striking and colourful
Answer Key flaming: bright
dazzles: impresses
2 to 4 for 6 in 8 to
3 of 5 of 7 in c. Explain the task. Ss complete the task in pairs. Check Ss’
Suggested Answer Key answers.
You could read this text in a travel brochure. Answer Key
pale sky (line 17) – sight
b. Allow Ss some time to read the text quickly and silence on the lake (lines 17-18) – hearing
compare the text to the description in Ex. 2a. grey clouds (line 21) – sight
Suggested Answer Key rocky splendour (lines 25-26) – sight
blue loneliness of the Pacific (lines 29-30) – sight
Yes – the description of Tahiti matches Maugham’s description – he
silent valleys (lines 31-32) – hearing
also describes it as being beautiful, smiling and friendly.
cool streams (line 33) – touch
shadowy places (line 34) – sight
3 Allow Ss some time to read through the first paragraph
flamboyant trees (line 40) – sight
carefully. Ask them to think about what information might
scarlet flowers (lines 40-41) – sight
be missing in gap 0. Read through the list of sentences A-I
flaming blue of the sky (line 42) – sight
and elicit why F is the correct answer. (It contains the reference
noisy, cheerful animated crowd (D) – hearing
words ‘him’ and ‘he’ which refer to Charles Strickland from the
sea of brown faces (line 44) – sight
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5 Ss work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. 2 You have to take your passport when travelling abroad.
You have to have a valid ticket when travelling abroad.
Answer Key
3 You mustn’t take plants through customs.
1 B 2 B You mustn’t take illegal substances through customs.
4 An air steward has to check that the doors are locked before
6 Do the first item with the class, then Ss work in pairs and take off.
explain the phrases taken from the text in their own words. An air steward has to check that the passengers have their seat
Encourage Ss to work out the meaning from the context. belts fastened before take off.
Check Ss’ answers around the class. 5 You shouldn’t drop litter on the beach.
Suggested Answer Key You shouldn’t drive your car on the beach.
1 a pleasant situation
3 Revise modal verbs of possibility and impossibility and refer
2 to renew my interest
Ss to the Grammar Reference section for more detail. Ss
3 to keep my mind busy
work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
4 the wind stopped blowing
5 to look back at you Suggested Answer Key
6 a lively group of people 1 probably not 5 possibly
7 a crowd of dark-skinned people 2 theoretically possible 6 likely
3 certainly/surely 7 impossible
7 Ss work in pairs and describe their dream island. Ask some 4 possibly 8 not true
Ss to report back to the class.
(Ss’ own answers) 4 a. Revise modal verbs of ability and permission and refer Ss
to the Grammar Reference section for more detail. Do
8 Read out the questions. Ss work in pairs and complete the item 1 with Ss. Then Ss work in pairs and complete the
task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
some Ss to present their answers to the class. Answer Key
(Ss’ own answers) 1 Can – ability 5 could – ability
2 could – ability 6 Can/Could – permission
9 Explain the situation. Assign the task as written HW. Check 3 Can/Could – permission 7 can – permission
Ss’ answers in the next lesson. 4 can – ability 8 can’t – ability
Suggested Answer Key
b. Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
Dear Sam, Elicit a variety of answers from around the class.
I am having a great time in Tahiti.
It is extremely hot and the island is beautiful. It is really green Suggested Answer Key
with lots of mountains and lush valleys. The people are very ñ Can I have a glass of water, please?
friendly, too. Could you help me with my seat belt, please?
Yesterday, we went to Papeete harbour and walked along the ñ Can you tell me how old the castle is, please?
tree-lined streets and around the quay. It was very busy and Could you tell me what time we have to be back on the bus,
colourful. Tomorrow we are going on a trip to the neighbouring please?
island of Murea. ñ Can you tell me what time I have to check out, please?
That’s all for now. See you when I get back. Could you give me a wake-up call at seven o’clock tomorrow
Love, morning, please?
Tina
5 Read out item 1 and the example. Ss work in pairs and
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
English in Use (pp. 108-109)
Suggested Answer Key
1 Revise modal verbs of obligation and necessity and refer Ss 2 A: Are you allowed to take pets on public transport?
to the Grammar Reference section for more detail. Ss B: Yes, you are.
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. 3 A: Can you travel abroad with an ID card instead of a
Answer Key passport?
B: Yes, you can.
1 needn’t/don’t have to/don’t need to
4 A: Are you allowed to camp on beaches and in public parks?
2 have to
B: No, you aren’t.
3 don’t have to/needn’t/don’t need to
5 A: Do you have to pay to visit national museums?
4 should/ought to/must
B: Yes, you do.
2 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete
6 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss. Elicit the grammar
the task. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
structure tested. Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss’
Suggested Answer Key answers.
1 You ought to check that you have your passport before going Answer Key
to the airport.
1 ... must arrive in Milan ... (modal – obligation/necessity)
You ought to check that you have your tickets before going to
2 ... don’t have to show ... (modal – absence of necessity)
the airport.
3 ... didn’t have to worry ... (modal – chances of necessity)

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4 ... ought to say goodbye before ... (modal – obligation) Answer Key
5 ... shouldn’t criticise ... (modal – absence of necessity/advice) 1 B (fixed phrase – ‘spread the word’)
6 ... will have to pay for ... (modal – necessity) 2 A (phrasal verb – ‘get sth back’)
7 ... has difficulty making ... (difficulty + -ing form) 3 B (a bad review, have/get a bad reputation, media coverage)
8 ... you should stay in today ... (modal – advice) 4 D (loan = no payment, rental of, to let sth to sb)
9 ... it’s not worth buying ... (worth + -ing form) 5 B (together with = a prepositional phrase used for emphasis)
10 ... failed to reach/didn’t manage to reach ... (failed/not 6 A (fixed phrase – ‘cause sb distress’)
manage + to-inf) 7 B (listen to sb, remark = say, suspect sb of sth)
8 C (took off, landed = action performed by pilot/aircraft,
7 Explain the task and draw a table on the board with the caught a bus/train)
headings; verb, abstract noun, concrete noun, adjective and 9 C (pay a deposit, guarantee = warranty/assurance, cut =
adverb. Write admire in the verb column and elicit answers share (idiom))
from the class to fill in each of the remaining columns. Do 10 D (travel = verb, ride = of a horse/bike, excursion = short
this for each item in the list. Ss then copy the completed journey/visit, trip = holiday)
table into their notebooks. Then, Ss work in pairs and write 11 C (ferry boat, tour boat/bus, cargo ship = does not carry
sentences. Elicit a variety of sentences from around the passengers)
class. 12 B (fixed phrase – ‘honeymoon couple’)
Answer Key 13 B (fixed phrase – ‘to prevent sb from doing sth’)
14 A (refers to ‘departure lounges’)
noun 15 B (fixed phrase – ‘the rest of us’)
Verbs Adjective Adverb
Abstract Concrete
admire admiration admirer admirable admirably 9 Ask Ss to look at the title, then quickly read the text and say
compete competition competitor competitive competitively what it is about. Explain the task. Focus on the example (0)
correct correction correct correctly and elicit that ‘pleasure’ is noun, forming the compound
enthuse enthusiasm enthusiast enthusiastic enthusiastically noun ‘pleasure boats’. Ask Ss to decide what word class is
exhaust exhaustion exhausting needed for each gap before deciding on their answers
expend expense expensive expensively (1 noun, 2 noun, 3 adjective, 4 adjective, 5 adverb, 6 adverb,
organise organisation organiser organised 7 adjective, 8 adjective, 9 adjective). Remind Ss that in some
guide guidance guide guided cases negatives may be needed. Ss complete the exercise in
invite invitation inviting invitingly pairs. Check Ss’ answers on the board, eliciting spelling.
produce production producer productive productively
qualify qualification qualifier qualified Answer Key
repeat repetition repetitive repetitively 1 surroundings 4 bustling 7 stylish
2 countryside 5 illegally 8 unforgettable
Suggested Answer Key
3 situated 6 carefully 9 neighbouring
Anne received a bouquet of flowers from a secret admirer.
I won first prize in the competition.
He answered all the questions correctly. Writing: Narratives (1) (pp. 110-114)
His enthusiasm for his work is plain to see.
The long walk home was exhausting. 1 a. Go through the theory box. Read out the rubric and
This dress is far too expensive for me to buy. help Ss to identify the key words. Read out the
Terry works for a charitable organisation. questions and elicit answers around the class.
I am going on a guided tour of London next week. Answer Key
I received a wedding invitation in the post this morning.
Key words to be underlined: Local newspaper; story competition;
John always uses his time productively.
start; "The day of my holiday arrived, but I wasn’t looking forward
A degree in English is a useful qualification to have.
to it."; write story
I don’t like this music, it’s very repetitive. etc
1 The editors of the local newspaper/judges of the competition
8 Read out the title and elicit what holiday complaints people 2 b 3 a
might have. Ask Ss to skim the text, ignoring the gaps, to see
what complaints are mentioned (having to pay for a golf cart, b. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the story
losing something, bingo prize not big enough, bouquet of flowers too and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers, then read
big) and whether these seem reasonable complaints. Explain out the questions before Ss answer them in pairs. Check
the task and focus on the example, eliciting why ‘ready’ is the Ss’ answers.
correct answer (‘used’ and ‘accustomed’ would need to be
Answer Key
followed by to+gerund and ‘fit’ is the wrong meaning). Do
item 1 with the class, and elicit why ‘spread’ is correct (‘spread A 2 B 5 C 1 D 3 E 4
the word’ is a fixed phrase). Remind Ss to look very carefully at Suggested Answer Key
the words before and after each gap, then look at the options
1 past simple to describe actions, events, states and feelings.
and decide which fits best. Ss do the exercise. Check answers
past continuous to set the scene and describe feelings
by asking Ss to read sentences from the completed text aloud.
past perfect to describe previous actions, events and states
Encourage Ss to justify their answers.
Past Simple
I made my way ... (action)
The day of my holiday arrived ... (event)
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the plane took off, I fell fast asleep and woke to ... (events) Answer Key
I froze in my seat (feeling) 1 began 7 shut 12 was
The airline had no choice (state) 2 arrived 8 found 13 thought
Past Continuous 3 were standing 9 bought 14 came
As I was waiting to board the plane ... (setting the scene) 4 heard 10 gave 15 realised
I wasn’t looking forward to it. (feeling) 5 decided 11 got 16 had changed
Was I dreaming? (feeling) 6 started
Past Perfect
After I had checked in, ... (action) 4 a. Go through the theory box on adjectives and adverbs
I had boarded the wrong plane! (action/event) and explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the
Immediately after the plane had landed (event) two texts and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
I ... had only been able to afford to stay ... (state)
it had been the airline’s fault, ... (state) Suggested Answer Key
2 Adjectives to be underlined: Paragraph A is more interesting to the reader because it contains a
positive: lucky, ideal, long, sandy, crystal clear, marvellous, variety of adjectives, whereas Paragraph B contains the same
thrilled simple adjectives throughout.
negative: little, noisy
3 Adverbs to be circled: b. Explain the task and read out the adjectives in the list.
manner: slowly, apparently Explain/Elicit the meaning of any unknown words, then
time: immediately, shortly Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
degree: exactly, really, fast
Suggested Answer Key
4 After, As, As soon as, Immediately after
5 I wasn’t looking forward to it, I wasn’t really thrilled, I froze in Julie sat in the café in the pleasant fishing village. She was
my seat watching people getting off the enormous cruise ship. Her
6 I had boarded the wrong plane! beautiful face lit up as she saw her wonderful 80-year-old
grandmother walking towards her wearing a colourful dress. She
c. Ss complete the task in pairs. Check Ss’ answers. hugged Julia, sat down opposite her and gave a tiny sigh of joy.
After the horrible time she had had getting here, she felt very lucky
Answer Key to finally be on the island with her delightful granddaughter.
a 2 c 9 e 3 g 5 i 6
b 7 d 8 f 1 h 4 5 Explain the task and read out the list of adverbs. Read out
the first sentence and elicit where an adverb could go
2 a. Read out the theory box on time words and phrases, (before the adjective exhausted to show degree). Elicit which
then allow Ss sometime to read the short text and adverb would fit best (absolutely). Ss complete the task.
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers around the class. Check Ss’ answers.
Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
Time words/phrases to be underlined: As soon as; When; While; We had been sightseeing all day and we were absolutely
At that moment; first thing in the morning exhausted. We were on our way back to our hotel when I suddenly
realised that my purse was missing. I remembered that the last
b. Ss read the rest of the story and complete the task. time I had used it was at the café where we had stopped for a drink.
Check Ss’ answers. We quickly made our way back to the café and went over to the
table we had been sitting at. We anxiously checked to see if it had
Answer Key
fallen on the floor, but it wasn’t there. We asked to see the manager
1 Soon/Eventually 4 After/When and we explained that my purse was missing. He asked us to
2 At first 5 Finally describe what it looked like and what was inside it. He listened
3 Then carefully, then went back into his office and came out carrying my
purse. We thanked him gratefully and he offered us coffee and
c. Explain the task. Ss complete the task. Ask individual Ss dessert on the house.
to retell the story to the class.
Suggested Answer Key 6 Go through the theory box on techniques to begin/end a
story and draw particular attention to the examples. Explain
At first, I wasn’t looking forward to going on holiday. When I got to
the task and allow Ss some time to read all the extracts. Ss
the airport, I checked in and waited to board the plane. As soon as
do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
the plane took off, I fell asleep. Suddenly, I heard the pilot
announcing that we were landing in Kingston, Jamaica. At that Suggested Answer Key
moment, I realised I was on the wrong plane. After the plane 1 C uses the senses to describe the weather (extremely hot), to
landed, I explained the problem to the authorities. Eventually the set the scene (he could hear the strange sounds of the
airline agreed to pay for my stay and I spent a wonderful week in unfamiliar city), uses direct speech (“What am I doing
Jamaica! here?”, “I’m so glad it’s all over!”), describes people’s
feelings about the events in the main body (deep sigh of
3 Go through the theory box on past tenses and explain the relief, “I’m so glad it’s all over!)
task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check 2 A asks a rhetorical question (Have you ever had one of those
Ss’ answers, asking individual Ss to read sentences from the days ...?. But I suppose that’s life, isn’t it?), addresses the
completed text aloud. reader directly (Have you ever ...?), refers to feelings (I am
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3 B uses direct speech (“Don’t worry, darling ... ”), uses the Suggested Answer Key
senses to describe the weather (Dark clouds, the wind was Beginning:
howling), refers to feelings (their faces looking extremely It was a beautiful sunny day and Tom had the day off work. He was
worried), describes people’s reactions to the events glad because that meant that he had the chance to visit his
described (They were all tired, hungry and still in shock, cousins, Bob and Paul. He whistled happily as he got into his car
but they were happy to be alive!) and set off for their cottage by the sea.

7 Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to consider their Ending:

answers. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Help any They became extremely anxious as they sat there and watched the
Ss who may have difficulty. Check Ss’ answers and ask dark clouds roll in. “I’m scared” said Tom. “Me, too” said Bob who
individual Ss to read their paragraphs aloud. was shaking like a leaf. Just then, they saw a lifeboat which had
appeared as if from nowhere. They both breathed a huge sigh of
Suggested Answer Key relief and were happy that their trip hadn’t turned into a nightmare.
A Beginning:
As soon as I opened my suitcase I realised that something was 9 Explain the task. Ss do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers on
wrong. I looked out at the snowy Austrian mountains and the board.
heaved a huge sigh of despair. What was I doing with
Answer Key
someone else’s luggage?
1 "It is a long way, isn’t it?" Paul said.
Ending: 2 I don’t know how to do it, do you?
I felt so relieved as I pulled on my warm winter clothes and 3 "Gosh, it’s fantastic!" she exclaimed.
walked down to the hotel lounge. Now that I had my suitcase 4 I don’t believe this is happening.
back I could see the funny side of what had happened. At least 5 "What are you doing in my room?" Bob said.
now I had a good story to tell about my skiing holiday!
B Beginning: 10 a. Read out the rubrics one at a time and help Ss to
The sun was shining brightly as Jane and Tony set off for the identify the key words. Ss work in pairs and answer the
airport. "I hope the weather is just as good in Spain," said Jane. questions. Check Ss’ answers.
They both felt very excited as they sped through the local Suggested Answer Key
countryside on the way to the motorway.
A Key words to be underlined: teacher; story; ending with “He
Ending: was far, far away at last.”
Jane and Tony felt very embarrassed as they took their seats on
1 a third-person narrative
the plane, knowing that all the other passengers had been
2 my teacher
waiting for them. As the plane took off, they both hoped that
3 in the past, somewhere far away e.g. an island
the rest of their holiday would be less stressful.
4 a man, e.g. John
5 John goes on holiday to a lovely island but when he
8 a. Explain the task and read out the rubric. Allow Ss some
arrives, his hotel is awful and there is nowhere else to stay.
time to read the two models and elicit which one
6 John leaves the island.
answers the question best and why.
7 ‘The Hotel from Hell’/’The Worst Hotel in the World’
Suggested Answer Key
Model A best answers the question because it uses the beginning B Key words to be underlined: teen magazine; stories about
given in the rubric whereas Model B does not. Model A is also travelling; begin with “We felt surprised as the train pulled into
interesting and well written. the empty station.”
1 a first-person narrative
b. Explain the task and read out the prompts. Ss work in 2 the editor/readers of a teen magazine
pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. 3 in the past, at a train station
Suggested Answer Key 4 myself, my sister Susie and our uncle Peter
5 We go to stay with our uncle but he is not there to meet us
ñ The title of Model A is more interesting than the title of
at the station. We find out that we are waiting at the
Model B.
wrong station and take another train to meet him.
ñ Model A has a more interesting beginning and ending than
6 We meet our uncle and feel very relieved.
Model B because it uses more narrative techniques.
7 ‘A Weird Welcome’.
ñ Model A contains a greater variety of adjectives and adverbs
than Model B.
C Key words to be underlined: school magazine; short story
ñ Model A uses a variety of time words/phrases, whereas Model
competition; begin with “I will never forget my first camping
B does not.
holiday.”
ñ Model A uses direct speech, whereas Model B does not.
ñ There is a wider range of vocabulary in Model A than in 1 a first-person narrative
Model B. 2 the editor/readers of the school magazine
ñ Both models use past tenses. 3 in the past, on a campsite
4 myself and my family
c. Ask Ss to read model B again then complete the task in 5 We go on a camping holiday. We try to cook a meal on the
pairs.Check Ss’ answers by asking some Ss to read out campfire but we set fire to our tent.
their improved beginnings/endings. 6 We go to stay in a hotel.
7 ‘The Camp Fire’/’Holidays in Flames’.

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b. When you are confident Ss can complete the task, Suddenly, there was a loud crack, and one of the sticks in the fire
assign it as written HW. Point out that Ss should use the exploded. Sparks flew everywhere and a burning ember flew up
information in the checklist to help them complete the and landed on our tent. The material immediately caught fire and
task successfully. Before Ss hand in their stories, ask within seconds there were huge flames leaping up from our tent.
them to exchange stories with another student and
Terrified, we ran to fetch buckets of water and threw them over
check their partner’s story against the Checklist for Unit
the tent. We were screaming so loudly that other campers ran
6 at the back of the book.
to help us. Gradually, the flames died down and the fire went
Suggested Answer Key out, but our tent was ruined.
A THE WORST HOTEL IN THE WORLD After we had checked into a hotel and eaten a delicious lunch, we
John was very excited as the boat neared the harbour. The sun all began to see the funny side of our experience. "That was the
was just setting in the evening sky and the island looked beautiful shortest camping holiday ever!" said Dad, and we all laughed.
in the twilight. He was really looking forward to his holiday.
The hotel didn’t look very attractive from the outside, but he was
confident that although it was a bit basic, it would be
comfortable and clean. He couldn’t have been farther from the
Self-Assessment Module 3
truth. When he opened the door to his room, he couldn’t believe
his eyes. There was no bed, just a mattress on the dirty floor. The 1 Answer Key
window was stuck so he couldn’t open it and the bathroom was 1 centre 8 aback 15 matches
at the other end of the corridor and, when he turned the tap, the 2 pick 9 on 16 to
water was a muddy brown colour. He went to the front desk to 3 with 10 up 17 have
complain, but it was deserted. As it was quite late, he decided to 4 made 11 get 18 heart
stay the night and look for somewhere else the next day. 5 keep 12 manner 19 to
The next morning, John left the hotel and walked into the 6 on 13 down 20 hit
town to find somewhere else to stay. To his disappointment, 7 the 14 names
everywhere was fully booked. Without a second thought, he
raced towards the harbour and jumped on the first boat out of 2 Answer Key
there. John breathed a huge sigh of relief as the boat carried 1 C 3 C 5 B 7 B 9 A
him away from the island. He was far, far away at last. 2 B 4 B 6 C 8 A 10 B

B A WEIRD WELCOME 3 Answer Key

We felt surprised as the train pulled into the empty station. My 1 ... so noisy that she ... 4 ... is not as easy as ...
sister Susie and I had travelled all day to come and stay with 2 ... no difficulty ... 5 ... you should take an
our uncle Peter for the weekend. It had been a long journey 3 ... be asked to show ... aspirin ...
and we were tired. "Where is he?" asked Susie. "Don’t worry.
He’ll be here soon," I said, but I was a little worried. It wasn’t like 4 Answer Key
uncle Peter to be late. 1 childish 3 surroundings 5 organisation
We got off the train and looked around the station. There was 2 cultural 4 carefully
definitely no sign of uncle Peter. An hour later there was still no
sign of him and now we were both very anxious. "Maybe he’s 5 Answer Key
forgotten we’re coming," said Susie. "Why don’t you call him?" I 1 been 3 the 5 very
looked in my bag but my address book wasn’t there. 2 ✓ 4 more
Just then, I had an idea. I asked the clerk at the ticket office to
find the telephone number for Peter Cooper in Fowler Street. 6 Suggested Answer Key
"You must be Peter’s nieces!" exclaimed the clerk. "He’s my 1 don’t we 3 not in the 5 sounds like
neighbour! He’s told me about your visit. But what are you 2 be honest 4 about going
doing here?" he continued "We’re waiting for uncle Peter, of
course," I replied. "Oh dear!" laughed the clerk. "You should be 7 Answer Key
at Stanford West. This is Stanford East!" 1 b 2 b 3 b 4 a 5 b
We quickly took another train to Stanford East station. We
laughed as we saw uncle Peter’s worried face and ran across the 8 Answer Key
platform to greet him. It was such a relief to be together at last! 1 D 3 G 5 F
2 A 4 C 6 B
C THE CAMPFIRE
I’ll never forget my first camping holiday. The sun was shining 9 Answer Key
brightly as we arrived at the campsite and chose the best spot Speaker 1 D Speaker 4 A
to pitch our tent. My family and I were very excited to be Speaker 2 B Speaker 5 E
spending a holiday in the great outdoors. Speaker 3 F
By the time we had put up our tent we were all very hungry, so
we decided to cook the first meal on our campfire. We quickly 10 Suggested Answer Key
gathered some dry wood and lit a fire. 1 I usually travel to school on the bus.
2 I like the fact that we live in the countryside and it is very green
with lots of fields all around.
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3 My neighbourhood is a small village with a few houses and a Just then, I dropped my keys on the floor. I crouched down to pick
farm nearby. It is in the middle of the countryside near a small them up and suddenly the man was standing right next to me.
river. In the village there is one grocer’s shop, a post office, a “Don’t hurt me!” I screamed as he took hold of my arm to pull me
school and a church. It is a very rural community. up. “What’s the matter with you?” he asked in a voice that now
4 In my family there is myself, my mum and dad, and my sounded quite familiar.
brother, Philip. My mum is a nurse and she is tall and slim with
Later that night, I was able to laugh about how silly I had been. I
blonde hair. My dad is a teacher and he is quite short and a
had forgotten that my cousin, Tom was coming for dinner and it
little plump. My brother is fifteen and older than me. He is tall
was him who was waiting for me in the shadows. We had a lovely
with brown hair. He is a bit of a pest sometimes, but we usually
dinner and I was happy and relieved to see him, but I felt
get on quite well together.
embarrassed about the event for a long time.
11 a. Suggested Answer Key
Student A
Both pictures show hobbies which can be done by anyone, but Unit 7 – History
the people in the pictures are both adults. Picture A shows a
woman at home looking at her stamp collection while picture B
shows a man playing golf outdoors on a golf course. I think it Objectives
must take a long time to build up a stamp collection just as it
must also take some time to learn to play golf and to become Vocabulary: historical figures and their achievements;
good at it. It must be rewarding to build up a large collection of historical events; war and peace; control; time
stamps, especially if you have some valuable ones. However, I Reading: multiple choice (reading for detail); matching
think golf must be more rewarding because you would have a headings to paragraphs (reading for main points)
greater feeling of satisfaction from developing your skill as a Listening: multiple choice; note-taking (listening for gist,
player, especially if you enter and win competitions. main points, detail, specific information, attitude, intention
and opinion)
b. Suggested Answer Key Speaking: asking for confirmation and responding; narrating
personal experiences; expressing surprise, disbelief, sympathy;
Student B
expressions related to luck
I play football in my spare time. I play for the school team and
Use of English: word formation (verbs); ‘key’ word
also for a local team every Saturday. I enjoy it very much and
transformations; open cloze; error correction
we are top of our league.
Grammar: past forms; past modals
Phrasal verbs: take over; carry out; blow up; go off; bring
c. Suggested Answer Key
about; back out; beat up (related to history)
Student B Writing: narratives (2)
Picture A shows a young girl who looks like a punk. She has
spiky hair and she is wearing a lot of make-up and jewellery. In
contrast, picture B shows a middle-aged man in simple and Lead-in (p. 121)
plain clothes with a hat. He looks like a farmer. Both people
have long hair and that is where the similarity ends. I think the 1 a./b. It is advisable to deal with Exs 1a and 1b together.
girl has chosen this style as a form of rebellion which is First, ask Ss to look at the pictures of people from
probably also reflected in her music tastes and other aspects of world history and think of what they know about
her lifestyle. I think the man’s style, on the other hand, reflects them. Ask them to say in what centuries they lived
his simple lifestyle and he has chosen these clothes for and what they were (politician/leader, scientist,
practical reasons. I think they are work clothes and he wears a musician, explorer, astronomer, ruler, etc).
hat to protect his head as he probably works outdoors.
Then go through the list of verbs in 1a and elicit/
d. Suggested Answer Key explain their meaning. Go through the useful
language box in 1b, ask two Ss to read out the
Student A example, and elicit example exchanges about one or
I don’t think it is right, but I think it is natural. We usually form two of the historical figures. Ss work in pairs and
our opinions about people within the first minute of meeting use the verbs and useful language to complete the
them. We should really take the time to get to know a person task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the task.
before we judge them and sometimes we do and change our Check Ss’ answers (see prompts below).
initial impression of people, but more often our first impression
is the lasting one. So, no, I don’t think it is right, but I think it is Alternatively, if Ss do not have the necessary
human nature. historical knowledge or language skills to manage
the task, write the following prompts on the board
12 Suggested Answer Key and Ss use the useful language from the box in 1b
He stepped out of the shadows and walked towards me. It was a to discuss in pairs which one applies to whom.
cold, dark night and the moon was hidden behind the clouds. I had a campaigned and fought for civil rights, was
just returned home from a long day at the office and I was about to assassinated in 1968
put my key into the lock to open my door when I saw the dark b composed music from the age of six
figure lurking in the shadows. c invented the telescope and was the first to
I was frozen to the spot with fear. “What do you want?” I managed claim that the earth moved round the sun
to say feebly. “You!” came the reply. I immediately flew into a panic d was the first elected president of the USA
and frantically tried to open the door and get inside quickly before e discovered the chemical element, radium
he came any closer.
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f Emperor of France, conquered several European Suggested Answer Key

countries I think that Nelson Mandela will eventually become a part of
g first head of the People’s Republic of China history because he has done so much good work against racism.
h last Tsar to rule in Russia He even spent 28 years in prison for standing up for what he
i Queen of England, reigned in the 16th century believed in. He was head of the African National Congress (ANC)
j discovered America and he was the first democratically elected president of South
Answers: Africa.
1 j 3 h 5 d 7 b 9 f
2 g 4 e 6 a 8 c 10 i 3 Explain the task. Read the quotations aloud. Explain/Elicit
what they mean. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers
Suggested Answer Key around the class.
A: It was Mao Tse Tung who was the first head of the People’s
Suggested Answer Key
Republic of China, wasn’t it?
B: Yes, I think it was. ñ Our history is what makes us the way we are.
A: Tsar Nickolas II was the last tsar to rule in Russia, wasn’t he? I only agree with the first statement up to a point, as it
B: Oh, I can’t remember. suggests that we are what our history has made us. I think that
A: Galileo discovered radium, didn’t he? history plays a part in forming our characters, but in the end,
B: No way! It was Marie Curie who discovered radium. we are all responsible for our own character and behaviour.
A: George Washington was the first elected president of the ñ History shows that we make the same mistakes over and over
United States, wasn’t he? again.
B: I couldn’t tell you. I think that there is some truth in the second statement, as it
A: Wasn’t it Martin Luther King who discovered America? seems that we keep making the same mistakes again and
B: Not at all. That was Christopher Columbus. Martin Luther King again throughout history. For example, if we really learnt from
campaigned for equal rights in America. history, there would be no more wars.
A: It was Amadeus Mozart who composed music when he was
six, wasn’t it?
B: I haven’t a clue. Reading (pp. 122-123)
A: Napoleon Bonaparte conquered several European countries,
didn’t he? 1 a. Read out the quotation and elicit answers from various
B: Yes, that’s right. Ss around the class.
A: Queen Elizabeth I was the queen of England who reigned in Suggested Answer Key
the 16th Century, wasn’t she?
I think that the quotation means there are always several versions
B: Yes, I think she was.
of how things happen, depending on who is telling the story. In
order to have a definite version of events to write in the history
2 a. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and
books, people have had to find a compromise between the
complete the task. Check Ss' answers and ask them to
different versions.
identify what helped them.
Answer Key b. Read out the questions and elicit answers from various
Speaker 1: Cleopatra (Clues: queen of Egypt; Julius Caesar; Mark Ss. Ss read the first and last paragraphs of the article
Anthony; asp; Shakespeare) and say what they think the text is about. Allow Ss time
Speaker 2: Hitler (Clues: leader of National Socialist Party in to skim the text and check their answers.
Germany; Der Führer; Mein Kampf; Aryan race; defeated in World Suggested Answer Key
War II)
The quotation is linked to the title of the text because both are
Speaker 3: Ghandi (Clues: India; leader of Indian nationalist
about history.
movement against British rule; nonviolence; pacifism; nonviolent
I think that the text is going to be about how versions of events,
protest; assassinated)
which we read in history books, are not always accurate.
b. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to prepare notes, then
c. Explain the task and read out the sentences. Ss
ask individual Ss to talk about the person they have
complete the task in pairs, then scan the text to find the
chosen while the other Ss try to guess who the person is.
information. Check Ss’ answers.
Suggested Answer Key
Answer Key
A: This person was an English playwright and poet who was born
1 F (lines 12-18) 2 T (lines 29-35) 3 T (lines 53-56)
in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564. He wrote many famous plays,
including Macbeth and Romeo and Juliet. He married Anne
2 Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the
Hathaway in 1582 and they had twins, Hamnet and Judith, in
questions and the text and complete the task. Check Ss'
1585. He moved to London in 1588, where he soon became
answers and elicit evidence from the text for each one.
very popular. He had his own theatrical company, called the
Lord Chamberlain’s Men, and they performed his plays at the Answer Key
Globe Theatre. He died in 1616. 1 D (lines 23-24) 4 C (lines 52-56) 6 B (lines 63-65)
B: William Shakespeare. 2 A (lines 28-29) 5 D (lines 58-62) 7 B (whole text)
A: Correct. 3 B (lines 41-43)

c. Explain the task. Ask Ss around the class to give their 3 Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the text
answers with reasons. again and complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
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Answer Key I agree with the writer because I think it is impossible for people to
ñ 1776 – Congress approved the Declaration of Independence write objectively about events, as everyone has their own point of
ñ 1782 – the first draft of a Treaty of Peace was signed view about things that happen.
ñ 1783 – the king officially announced that the war would be
over soon, and the Treaty of Paris was later signed 6 Read out the questions. Ss complete the task in pairs. Ask
ñ 1492 – Christopher Columbus arrived in America individual pairs to report back to the class.
ñ 1000 AD – Leif Eriksson landed in America Suggested Answer Key
ñ 3rd September – the Treaty of Paris was signed
ñ A: I enjoy reading history because I like to know what
ñ 15th Century – Columbus’ voyages opened up large-scale
happened in the past. What about you?
commerce between Europe and America
B: Well, I am not really interested in past events, as I don’t
think they have any relevance to what is happening in the
4 a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task using their
world today.
dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers.
A: Oh, no, I have to disagree with you there. World events
Answer Key today are often directly connected to what has happened
The chances are: very likely in the past, so it is important to read and learn about
The thing is: In fact history.
was not willing to: did not want to B: Hmm. Maybe you’re right. I suppose knowing what
comes to mind: occurs to you happened in the past does give you a better insight into
give him any credit at all: acknowledge his contribution some things, like politics.
"cut and dried": straightforward A: Exactly, and it can also help us as a society to learn from
a grain of truth: some truth our mistakes.
take it with a pinch of salt: have a critical attitude ñ A: I love reading about the Aztecs, as I think they had a
fascinating history. Their lifestyles and culture were very
b. Ss work in pairs and complete the task using their interesting.
dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers. B: Yes, I see what you mean, but I much prefer to read about
Suggested Answer Key the history of my own country, particularly events in
medieval times, as life was very dangerous and exciting
version: one form of sth
then.
Independence: (of a country) having its own government – not
being ruled by another country
approved: formally agreed to
Language Focus (pp. 124-125)
struggle: a long and difficult attempt to achieve sth
brutal: cruel, violent 1 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to complete the task and
grant: allow sth/sb to have compare answers in pairs. Ask individual pairs to report
leaders: the people in control back to the class.
draft: an early version of a document
Suggested Answer Key
Treaty: a written agreement between countries in which they
agree to do a particular thing bomb, missile, fight, battle, army, navy, air force, win, lose, defeat,
accurate: precise, exact attack, surrender, tank, guns, kill, death, plane, uniform, helmet, etc
Presumably: very likely
actual: real b. Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of any
voyages: journeys unknown words. Allow Ss time to complete the task,
conquered: defeated and ruled by other people then check Ss' answers on the board.
objective: based purely on facts rather than opinion Answer Key
biased: one-sided, prejudiced
War & Peace: ally
conqueror: person who takes complete control of a country
Military Actions: surrender, attack, conquer
era: a period of history
Armed Forces: navy
subjective: based on personal opinions and feelings rather than
Ranks: private, general, major, admiral
facts
Anti-war: disarmament, treaty, pacifist
5 Read out the quotation and explain the task. Allow Ss time
c. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to complete the task,
to complete the task, then ask individual Ss to report back
then check Ss' answers.
to the class.
Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
1 disarmament 3 retreat 5 invaded
The writer means that history is always written from the writer’s
2 treaty 4 defended
personal point of view, so any version of events will be slightly
biased. For example, he writes:
d. Allow Ss time to complete the task, then ask individual
ñ Did you ever think about who wrote down these facts? How
Ss to read out their sentences.
can you be sure that they are true?
ñ many historical "truths" are historical myths Suggested Answer Key
ñ The writing of history depends not only on the "side" the writer 1 It is possible to have a very good career in the armed forces.
is on, but also on the culture and attitudes of the era it is 2 America and Britain were allies in World War II.
written in. 3 The army was forced to surrender as they had lost too many
ñ when you read history, take it with a pinch of salt. men to continue fighting.

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4 My grandfather was a captain in the British army. 2 defeated (= to be beaten in a battle or game; arrested = taken
5 The students decided to campaign for nuclear disarmament. into custody by the police/stopped)
6 I am a pacifist and I am strongly anti-war. 3 historic (= important in history; historical = part of history/
describe or represent history/related to the study of history)
2 a. Explain the task and read out the words and 4 attack (= hurt, damage sb or sth using physical force or
expressions, explaining any unknown words. Ask Ss violence; invade = enter a country by force with an army/enter
what they think the conversation will be about. a place in large numbers)
5 (be in) power (= in charge of a country’s affairs; strength =
Suggested Answer Key
physical energy/confidence or courage/power or influence)
I think that the conversation will be about the British suffrage
movement, in which women campaigned for the right to vote. 5 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete the
task. Check Ss' answers.
b. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss complete
the task. Check Ss’ answers by playing the recording Answer Key
again, pausing after each piece of information is given. 1 times 3 times 5 time ... time 7 times
Ask Ss to say which words/phrases helped them to 2 time 4 time 6 times 8 times
deduce their answers.
6 Explain that each set of adjectives collocates with one of
Answer Key
the nouns. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the task.
1 F (fight hard for it) Check Ss' answers. As an extension, Ss write sentences
2 F (great grandmother) using some of the collocations.
3 T (prison, hunger strikes, dying for the cause)
4 F (woman over the age of 30) Answer Key
5 F (America, ahead, No, 1920) 1 luck 2 chance 3 accident

c. Explain the task and read out the example. Allow Ss 7 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the
time to complete the task in pairs, then ask individual task. Check Ss' answers, eliciting/explaining meanings
pairs to report back to the class. where necessary.
Suggested Answer Key Answer Key
A: What was a suffragette? 1 trace her 3 made 5 Throughout
B: A woman who campaigned for women to have the right to 2 steeped in 4 course
vote.
A: Why did they go on hunger strike? 8 Elicit/Explain the meaning of the phrasal verbs given, or ask
B: To make a point. Ss to look them up in Appendix 2 at the back of the book.
A: What was the point they were trying to make? Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the task. Check Ss'
B: That they were willing to die for the cause. answers. Ss should then memorise the phrasal verbs.
A: Why did some suffragettes die for the cause?
Answer Key
B: Because things got out of control.
A: Did they get enough attention? 1 blown up 5 backed out
B: Yes, in the end they got the vote and made history. 2 beaten up 6 bring about
3 went off 7 took over
d. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss 4 carrying out
around the class.
9 Ss fill in the prepositions, then check their answers in
Suggested Answer Key Appendix 1 at the back of the book. Then Ss work in pairs
In my country, both men and women can vote when they are 18 and write sentences. Check Ss' answers by asking individual
years old. Everybody over this age can vote. Ss to read out their sentences.
Answer Key
3 Explain the task and elicit/explain the meaning of the
expressions. Ss complete the task, using their dictionaries if 1 in 2 for 3 in 4 of 5 by
necessary. Check Ss' answers around the class. Suggested Answer Key
Answer Key 1 Guy Fawkes and four other conspirators were involved in the
1 under control 5 took control plot to blow up King James I and parliament in 1605.
2 got out of control 6 out of control 2 Emmeline Pankhurst dedicated her life to fighting for women’s
3 in control (of them) 7 have ... control over right to vote.
4 lost control of 3 Thomas Paine, the philosopher, strongly believed in
independence for America.
4 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Allow Ss time to 4 Rupert Brooke, the famous poet, died of blood poisoning in
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers, then ask Ss to 1915, and was buried on the island of Skyros.
explain the difference between each set of words. 5 It has been said that Britain acquired its empire by pure
accident.
Answer Key
1 classical (relates to ancient civilizations; classic = typical/well-
known/traditional NB Classics = study of ancient civilizations)

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Listening & Speaking (pp. 126-127) b. Explain that the gapped text paraphrases what Ss will
hear but the information they need for the gaps is
1 a. Explain the task. Point out that Ss will shortly hear eight clearly given in the recording. Remind Ss that they
unrelated extracts and that there is one question related should not write more than three words in each gap.
to each one. Allow Ss some time to read through the Play the recording twice. Ss listen and fill in the gaps.
questions and underline the key words. Ask Ss to say Check Ss answers by playing the recording again with
what information they have to listen for to answer each pauses.
question.
Answer Key
Answer Key
1 explanation 6 belongings
1 I am going to listen to find out when Germany and Andorra 2 1872 7 only survivor
signed the peace treaty. 3 wife ... daughter 8 piece of wood
2 I am going to listen to find out what kind of person the boy 4 food ... water 9 Sherlock Holmes
thinks Caligula was. 5 small boat 10 details
3 I am going to listen to find out how many days Julius Caesar
added to the year 46 BC. c. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss
4 I am going to listen to find out what King Ludwig thought of around the class.
Wagner’s music.
5 I am going to listen to find out what the teacher wants her (Ss’ own answers)
students to do.
6 I am going to listen to find out what kind of issue slavery was, 3 a. Divide the class into pairs and each pair into Ss A and B.
according to the speaker. Ask all Ss to look at the pictures and elicit/provide key
7 I am going to listen to find out what the rats were accused of. vocabulary items if necessary (e.g. snake, exercise book,
8 I am going to listen to find out what sort of historical figure the whiteboard). Remind Ss that SAs must talk about
people are talking about. similarities and differences between the pictures, not
just describe them and also answer the second part of
b. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss complete the question. Then SAs complete the speaking task.
the task. Check Ss’ answers by playing the recording SBs listen to their partner and keep time, making sure
again, pausing after each piece of information is given. SAs talk for about one minute uninterrupted. Go
around the class and monitor Ss’ performance, then ask
Answer Key individual Ss to report back to the class.
1 B 3 C 5 C 7 C
2 A 4 A 6 B 8 A Suggested Answer Key
Student A: Well, the first picture shows a man outdoors, handling
c. Ask Ss to say which words/phrases helped them to some sort of snake, while a boy is watching and listening and
deduce their answers in 1b. taking notes on an exercise book. He might be asking the man
questions about the snake, and noting down the man’s replies. The
Answer Key second picture is quite different: there’s a group of students sitting
1 not until, fighting Germany in World War II at their desks in the classroom and a teacher standing in front of
2 can’t have taken anything very seriously, enjoyed a good joke them. He seems to be explaining something to them and is about
3 add sixty-seven days to one year to write something on the whiteboard. I’d say learning through
4 thought very highly of Wagner, wanted somewhere to stage experience as in the first picture, is much more effective because it’s
Wagner’s operas more memorable and enjoyable too. We remember far more about
5 look at your history textbook, go to the library, look in things we’ve actually experienced than when we’re are just told
encyclopaedias, the Internet, details from the film on Columbus about it in a classroom.
6 all to do with money, big business
7 taking food that didn’t belong to them b. Read out the question and elicit answers from SBs
8 battles, win, defeated, retreat, troops around the class.

2 a. Explain that this is a note-taking task and that Ss need Suggested Answer Key
to listen carefully for key points. Ask Ss to read through Student B: I don’t think that difficult subjects such as Economics or
the gapped text and work out what they can about the Medicine should be taught at school, as these are subjects which
story, and then guess what information is missing. should be learnt by adults, not children. Complicated and
specialist subjects should only be taught at university so that
Suggested Answer Key people can decide whether to study them or not.
1 a noun used with ‘without’ to explain ‘mystery’
2 the year when the Marie Celeste was found c. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and help them with
3 some people connected to the captain who were on the ship vocabulary if necessary (e.g. protest, court house, banner,
4 something that there was a lot of on the ship signs). Remind Ss that SBs must talk about similarities and
5 something possibly used to escape from the ship – maybe a differences between the pictures, not just describe them,
boat and answer the second part of the question. Ss work in
6 some things that were not taken from the ship the same pairs; SBs are allowed about one minute to
7 who Fosdyke was complete the speaking task, while SAs listen and keep
8 something that saved Fosdyke from drowning time. Go around the class and monitor Ss’ performance,
9 something or someone that Conan Doyle wrote stories about then ask individual Ss to report back to the class.
10 some things that were not true in Conan Doyle’s account eg
facts, elements

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Suggested Answer Key B: How terrible for you.

Student B: In the first picture we can see a group of people sitting on 6 Explain the task, read out the expressions and elicit/explain
the steps of what looks like a court house or a parliament building. the meaning of any unknown vocabulary. Draw Ss’
They have got a large banner which says ‘peace now’. In the second attention to the example. Ss work in pairs and complete the
picture, on the other hand, there are two people standing on a task. Check Ss' answers.
street corner holding signs which are protesting against circuses. I Suggested Answer Key
think that the first kind of protest is more likely to be heard and to
2 A: I’ve just won a thousand pounds in a crossword
have some results, than the second kind, as it is a protest on a much
competition.
larger scale and is taking place somewhere where a lot of people
B: I can’t believe your luck!
will be noticed, whereas the second kind of protest only consists of
3 A: I didn’t win the prize.
two people trying to make their opinions heard.
B: Better luck next time!
4 A: I’m going on holiday on Saturday.
d. Read out the question and elicit answers from SAs
B: Oh, you lucky thing!
around the class.
5 A: I’ve got to work this weekend.
Suggested Answer Key B: Hard luck!
Student A: I have taken part in a demonstration once before. It was a 6 A: The boss wants to see you in her office. She looks very
march to protest against the war in Iraq. People all over the world angry.
were taking part in similar marches to show that they disapproved B: Just my luck!
of the war. The marches were peaceful and were shown on television
in several different countries around the world. Unfortunately, the
war still went ahead, but at least the world leaders knew that Reading: Culture Clip (pp. 128 -129)
thousands of people did not support their decision to go to war. 1 a. Explain the task. Focus first on the picture, the title of
the text and the quotation, and then on the list of
4 Explain the task. Play the recording. Ss listen and make words, explaining the meaning of any unknown
notes. Elicit answers from Ss around the class. Discuss Ss' vocabulary where necessary. Elicit answers from Ss as to
answers. what they think the text is about.
Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
Student A is a very good fluent speaker who manages to say a lot in I think the text is about a famous female pilot called Amelia, who
the time allowance with almost no hesitation, and uses a wide went missing during a flight and has never been seen again.
range of language appropriately and accurately. Student B is also
good, but hesitates more and so doesn’t manage to say quite so b. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to write three questions
much, and uses a more limited range of vocabulary. Both students in pairs, then read the text quickly to find answers.
respond well to the questions, but Student A’s response to the Check Ss' questions and answers around the class.
pictures is more personal.
Suggested Answer Key
5 a. Explain the task and read out the dialogues. Elicit Questions:
answers from Ss around the class. How did Amelia decide to become a pilot?
When did she go missing?
Suggested Answer Key
What have people done to try and find her?
In the first dialogue, the second speaker makes it clear that he/she Answers:
does not believe the first speaker, whereas in the second dialogue, Amelia decided to become a pilot when she took a ten-minute
the second speaker is interested in what the first speaker has to say plane ride at an air show in the 1920s.
and wants to know more about what happened. She went missing in 1937.
The United States Navy searched for days but there was no sign of
b. Go through the phrases in the useful language box and the plane.
the situations. Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
Ask some pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the 2 a. Explain the task. Help Ss with the first two paragraphs,
class. then allow Ss time to complete the task in pairs. Check
Suggested Answer Key Ss' answers around the class.
ñ A: Listen to this. My best friend is getting married. Suggested Answer Key
B: That’s amazing! 0 This paragraph is about Amelia’s childhood. The heading is I.
A: I know, and that’s not all. She’s moving to Australia. 1 This paragraph is about Amelia’s early career and her first
B: I don’t believe it! experience of flying. I think the best heading to match the first
ñ A: You’ll never believe what happened to me last night. sentence of this paragraph is H.
B: What? 2 This paragraph is about the beginning of Amelia’s career as a
A: I took Sophie out to dinner, but I forgot my wallet, and I pilot. I think the best heading to match the first sentence of this
didn’t have enough money to pay the bill. paragraph is A.
B: Oh no! How awful! 3 This paragraph is about accidents Amelia had during her early
career as a pilot. I think the best heading to match the first
ñ A: I had a terrible weekend. Wait till you hear this. The bank sentence of this paragraph is F.
machine ate my card. 4 This paragraph is about Amelia’s trans-atlantic flight. I think
B: You’re not serious, are you? the best heading to match the first sentence of this paragraph
A: Oh yes, I am. I had no money for the weekend. is B.

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5 This paragraph is about Amelia’s solo Atlantic crossing, which

her husband encouraged her to make. I think the best heading
to match the first sentence of this paragraph is D.
6 This paragraph is about Amelia’s disappearance. I think the
best heading to match the first sentence of this paragraph is C.
7 This paragraph is about what could have happened to Amelia.
I think the best heading to match the first sentence of this
paragraph is E.

b. Allow Ss time to read the text more carefully and check

their answers. Elicit from Ss around the class whether or
not their guesses were correct.
Answer Key
1 H 3 F 5 D 7 E
2 A 4 B 6 C

3 a. Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the

exercise. Check Ss' answers around the class.
Answer Key
ñ changeable: unsettled
ñ clever: bright
ñ not to be trusted: unreliable
ñ famous person: celebrity
ñ arrested: captured
ñ on purpose: deliberately

b. Ss work in pairs and explain the words in bold by giving

examples or synonyms. They may use their dictionaries if
necessary.
Suggested Answer Key
a great deal: a lot
academically: in her studies
immigrants: people who have come to live in a country from
another country
aerial stunts: tricks performed in the air
promoting: helping or encouraging
cross-country races: races over land
engine failure: a loss of power to the engine
death defying feats: very dangerous stunts/tricks
transatlantic record: fastest crossing of the Atlantic
understandably: not surprisingly
port of call: one of several places sb stops at on a planned journey
coastguard: an official who watches the sea near a coast in order
to help sailors when they are in trouble
due to: because of
running out: nearly used up
secret mission: an important task sb is given to do which nobody
else knows about
lying: situated
off: near to
bottom of the sea: under the water on the seabed

4 Explain the task. Allow Ss time to make notes in pairs, then

ask Ss around the class to talk about Amelia's life.
Suggested Answer Key
ñ born in 1897 in Kansas, America
ñ family travelled a great deal – often missed school but very
bright academically
ñ graduated from high school and became a nurse – worked as
a military nurse during the First World War
ñ became a social worker in America – taught English to
immigrants

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ñ went to air shows in her free time in the 1920s – had a 10- Fred: You’re right. I can’t wait to see Australia. We’re so lucky to
minute plane ride and decided to learn to fly have the chance to see these countries.
ñ had flying lessons and bought her own plane Amelia: Some people never even have the chance to leave the
ñ in 1922, took part in record-breaking stunts and organised country they were born in.
cross-country air races – promoted flying for women Fred: That’s true. Thank goodness we’re not like those people.
ñ in 1928, was first woman ever to fly across the Atlantic Amelia: You can say that again!
ñ married George Putman
ñ in 1932, made solo flight across Atlantic 6 Read out the list of adjectives, explaining the meaning of
ñ in 1937, final flight – flew from Miami to South America to any unknown words. Elicit answers and justifications from
Africa and to Australia – disappeared mysteriously – never Ss around the class.
seen again
Suggested Answer Key
Amelia Earhart was born in 1897 in Kansas, America. Her I think that Amelia was optimistic, as she carried out death defying
family travelled a great deal, so she often missed school, but she feats and always believed that she would survive. I also think that
was very bright academically. When she graduated from high she was stubborn, as very few women would have persevered in
school, she became a nurse. She worked as a military nurse during becoming a pilot in those days. She must have been determined to
the First World War. After the war, she became a social worker in succeed in her chosen career, as she worked very hard to become a
America and taught English to immigrants. She went to air shows famous and successful pilot. She was very daring, too, because she
in her free time in the 1920s. She had a 10-minute plane ride at one did many dangerous tricks in her plane. I think that she was a bit
of these shows and decided to learn to fly. rebellious, because she chose a career which she knew would
Amelia had flying lessons and bought her own plane. In 1922, shock some people in those days.
she started taking part in record-breaking stunts and organised
cross-country air races. She promoted flying for women. In 1928, 7 Explain the task and allow Ss time to make notes. Then, ask
she was first woman ever to fly across the Atlantic, although she individual Ss around the class to talk about two women
was only a passenger. She married George Putman after this flight who featured in their country's history.
and they decided together that she should make a solo flight
across the Atlantic, which she did in 1932. (Ss’ own answers)
In 1937, Amelia took her final flight. After flying from Miami to Examples from English history:
Australia, she and her plane disappeared mysteriously and were
never seen again. Elizabeth I was born in 1533. At that time, women were considered
to be inferior to men, and nobody thought that such a young
Alternative title: The Life and Death of Amelia Earhart woman would make a success of being the ruler of England. Queen
Elizabeth’s advisors constantly tried to persuade her to marry so
5 Explain the task. Allow Ss time to complete the task in pairs, that there would be a king in power, but she refused. She never
then ask individual pairs to act out their dialogues in front married or had children, but she was a strong and powerful
of the class. monarch and improved the country in many ways during her
Suggested Answer Key reign. She became known as Good Queen Bess. She died in 1603 at
seventy years of age after a very successful forty-four year reign.
ñ George: Hello, Amelia. I’ve heard a lot about you. I’m George
Putman. Emmeline Pankhurst was born on 14 July 1858 in Manchester,
Amelia: Nice to meet you, George. England. She helped found the Women's Franchise League in 1889
George: Are you looking forward to the flight? and she founded the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) in
Amelia: Of course I am, but I’d rather be the pilot than the Manchester in 1903. She campaigned strongly for women’s right to
passenger. vote and led the Suffragette movement. At that time, women were
George: Ha ha. Maybe you will be able to make your own not allowed to vote at all, as they were not considered to be
flight across the Atlantic one day. knowledgeable about politics. Emmeline Pankhurst died on 14 June
Amelia: I certainly hope so. 1928 in London, a few weeks after women were granted the vote in
Britain.
ñ George: I’ve been thinking. Why don’t you make a solo flight
across the Atlantic? You’ve always wanted to do that, and now 8 Explain the task and allow Ss time to prepare a dialogue in
would be the perfect time. pairs. Then ask individual pairs to act out their dialogues in
Amelia: Yes, I think you’re right. It’s something I’ve been front of the class.
thinking about, too.
George: You could fly from here to Britain and you would be Suggested Answer Key
the first woman to fly the Atlantic solo. Reporter: Amelia Earhart, can you tell us a little about your
Amelia: I know. I’d be the first person to have flown across the childhood. Where were you born?
Atlantic twice, too. Amelia: I was born in Kansas, USA, in 1897.
George: You never know, you might even set a record for Reporter: I see. Did you have a happy childhood?
speed. Amelia: Well, it was rather difficult and unsettled. My family
Amelia: I’ll certainly give it a try! travelled a great deal so that my father could find work, you see. I
ñ Amelia: Well, Fred, we’ve got a long way to go. I hope you feel often missed school, but I was considered to be quite bright
ready for this trip! academically.
Fred: Of course I’m ready! We’re going to make history on this Reporter: What did you enjoy doing when you were young?
journey! Amelia: Oh, all sorts of things. I loved reading and poetry, as well as
Amelia: I know – I’m so excited. When we get to South sports. I particularly enjoyed basketball and tennis.
America, we’ll fly on to Africa and then to Thailand. It’s going Reporter: Amelia, thank you for telling us about yourself.
to be wonderful to see so many fantastic places. Amelia: Oh, it was my pleasure.

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English in Use (pp. 130 -131) 7 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs and
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.
1 Quickly revise past forms. Refer Ss to the Grammar
Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 with Ss, then Suggested Answer Key
Ss complete the task. Check Ss' answers. Bill
Answer Key He must have slept badly last night.
He can’t have slept well last night.
1 made 6 noticed 11 developed He could have been working late last night.
2 changed 7 caught 12 published He might have eaten something that disagreed with him.
3 died 8 concluded 13 was
4 tried 9 had suffered 14 had been eradicated John
5 lived 10 had become He must have got stuck in traffic.
He might have overslept.
2 Explain the task and work through the example with Ss. Ss He could have forgotten to call a taxi.
work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. He can’t have been at the airport on time.

Suggested Answer Key Tina

She might have forgotten about it.
2 Paul left when/before Tina arrived.
She must have had something more important to do.
3 Paul didn’t leave until after Tina had arrived.
She can’t have known it was this morning.
4 Paul was just leaving when Tina arrived.
She could have missed the bus.
5 Paul had just left when Tina arrived.
6 Paul was leaving as Tina was arriving.
8 Explain the task. Explain that the suffixes -ise and -en can be
added to the end of some nouns or adjectives and the prefix
3 Quickly revise past modals. Refer Ss to the Grammar
en- can be added to the beginning of some nouns or
Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 with Ss, then
adjectives to form verbs. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete
Ss complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
the exercise. Check Ss' answers and write the verbs on the
Answer Key board.
2 I expected them to have arrived by now. Answer Key
3 It’s unlikely that they received my message.
1 enrich 5 characterise
4 It was wrong of them to mention the surprise.
2 deafen 6 sympathise
5 I’m not sure that they knew how to get here.
3 terrorise 7 memorise
6 There’s a chance that they were lucky and got in.
4 enclose 8 enrage
7 I am sure they didn’t know we were coming.
8 It’s a pity they didn’t come with us. It’s lovely here. As an extension, Ss write sentences using the verbs.

4 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs and 9 Explain the task and point out that the second sentence
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. should have the same meaning as the first sentence.
Remind Ss that they must not change the word given. Do
Suggested Answer Key
item 1 with Ss. Elicit the grammar structure tested. Ss
1 may/might/could have written down the wrong number. complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.
2 should have/ought to have brought some warm clothes.
3 may/might/could have left my glasses at work. Answer Key
4 must have borrowed the car. 1 ... should not have put ... (past modal should)
5 should have/ought to have remembered her birthday. 2 ... by the time I got ... (adverbial phrase ‘by the line + past
simple)
5 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs and 3 ... will have to be done ... (future obligation + passive)
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. 4 ... might not have recognised ... (past modal might)
5 ... did not succeed in impressing ... (succeed in + -ing)
Answer Key
6 ... could she have known about ... (past modal could)
1 needn’t have done 3 needn’t have lied 7 ... could have been delayed ... (past modal could)
2 didn’t need to make 4 didn’t need to take 8 ... ought to say goodbye before ... (future obligation ought to +
inf)
6 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs and 9 ... hasn’t heard from Glen ... (present perfect + for)
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. 10 ... should have/might have let us know ... (past obligation
Suggested Answer Key should/might + inf)
2 A: Did you hear that Tony was driving a BMW yesterday? 10 Ask Ss to look at the title, then read through the text
B: Oh, he can’t have been! He hates big cars. quickly to get the gist. Read the example. Elicit why out is
3 A: Did you hear that Ann bought a really expensive designer the correct answer (‘find out’ is a phrasal verb meaning
outfit? discover). Do item 1 with Ss. Advise Ss to focus on whole
B: Oh, she may have got a pay rise, then. sentences at a time, and to look very carefully at the words
before and after each gap to help them decide on the
4 A: Did you hear that Kathryn wasn’t accepted at Oxford?
missing word. Ss work in pairs and complete the exercise.
B: Well, she should have been. She’s very bright.
Check Ss' answers on the board.
5 A: Did you hear that Lydia had a hard time finding a flat?
B: Oh, she could have asked for help.

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Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

1 can 6 more 11 when 1 D 2 A 3 E 4 C 5 B
2 way 7 long 12 has
The story fits the ending given in the rubric because the events of
3 behind 8 to 13 Both
the plot explain why "He knew … that he would never return".
4 each 9 which 14 truth/fact
5 be 10 or 15 as
c. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the article
again and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers around
11 Ask Ss to look at the title, then skim the text to get the gist
the class.
and say what it is about. Then tell Ss to read the first
sentence more carefully and ask Ss to explain why very in Suggested Answer Key
the first line is an error (‘very’ does not collocate with ‘amazing’). Size: small
Next focus on the second line and establish that this line is Opinion: beautiful
correct. Ask Ss to read the second sentence and focus on Material: wooden
each of the next three lines in turn (items 1, 2 and 3). Elicit Colour: white, pink
that of (1) is an error, (we say ‘a hundred years’ with no
preposition), that the next line (2) is correct, and that it (3) is d. Explain the task and point out that the writer has not
an error, (we cannot put an object after a passive verb). Remind written about the events in chronological order. Allow
Ss that they should always look at whole sentences before Ss some time to read the article again and complete the
focusing on each line, since some errors depend on the task. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
grammar and meaning of the whole sentence and Ss might
mistakenly think they are correct in the smaller context of Answer Key
the line. Ss complete the task individually or in pairs. 1 John won first prize in a short story competition.
Encourage Ss to reread the whole text afterwards to check 3 John started writing a novel.
that it is correct. Check Ss’ answers, asking for a justification 5 John put his belongings in a cardboard box.
for each error found. 2 John went on holiday in the French countryside.
6 John left his office.
Answer Key
4 John’s novel became a best seller.
1 of (unnecessary preposition)
2 ✓ The writer chooses to begin at point 5, as John is preparing to leave
3 it (no object used after a passive verb) the office for the last time. The rest of the story is told as a flashback,
4 the (‘became president’ no article) explaining why he was leaving. In the last paragraph (point 6) the
5 of (a few + noun – no preposition) story reaches the point where it began, and John leaves.
6 one (unnecessary extra determiner)
7 more (unnecessary extra comparative) 2 Explain the task and point out that Ss are meant to tell the
8 is (‘what about’ – phrase – no verb) story using the flashback technique, as in the model. Allow
9 ✓ Ss time to complete the task in pairs, then ask individual Ss
10 ✓ to tell their stories to the class.
11 of (both + noun – no preposition) Suggested Answer Key
12 were (unnecessary verb without subject)
1 Margaret didn’t waste a moment. She rushed round the flat,
13 ✓
gathering together her few belongings, and then sat drinking
14 far (passed away – phrasal verb)
coffee and watching the clock. After all she had been through,
15 by (called + noun – no preposition)
she couldn’t wait to leave.
2 It had all started very differently. Margaret had been full of
Writing: Narratives (2) (pp. 132-136) hopes and expectations when she left the sleepy village where
she had been brought up. "Things will be great in the city" she
1 a. Go through the theory box and explain any points Ss had thought.
have difficulty with. Read out the rubric. Go through
the questions and elicit answers around the class. 3 But things had started to go wrong right from the start. The
only flat she could afford was a cheap, filthy place which was
Suggested Answer Key dark and unpleasant. She was also convinced there were rats;
1 magazine readers she hadn’t seen them, but at night she was sure she could hear
2 third person them running around.
3 ñ John/Paul/Mark/George, etc
4 She had tried hard to find a job, but with no luck. Everything she
ñ he could be leaving his job/country/home town/family, etc
had heard about the big city turned out to be wrong. She had no
he could have been sent to prison/been fired from his job/
friends, she lived in terrible conditions and she felt miserable.
decided to leave the country, etc
ñ he might feel excited/frightened/relieved, etc 5 Things got really bad when she realised that she couldn’t
4 Points to tick: afford the rent. At first, the landlady was very understanding.
ñ a variety of past tenses But soon, even she seemed to turn against Margaret. "If you
ñ an explanation of why he "would never return" don’t pay me by Friday, you’ll have to leave" she had said.
ñ an interesting and believable plot
6 One night, Margaret was almost asleep when she heard a
ñ the given last sentence
noise. "Who is it?" she shouted, but there was no reply. In the
darkness, she saw a figure trying to open her bedroom
b. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the article
window. She screamed, and the man ran away. That was the
and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
last straw. She decided there and then to return home.

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7 At first light, she picked up her bags and almost ran to the 5 Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of any
railway station. On the train, speeding away from the city, she unknown words. Allow Ss time to fill in the table, then
promised never to leave her hometown again. check Ss' answers on the board. Allow Ss time to make
sentences, then check Ss' answers by asking individual Ss to
3 a. Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of any read out their sentences.
unknown words. Allow Ss time to fill in the table, then
Answer Key
check Ss' answers on the board.
amused: entertained
Answer Key happy: delighted, thrilled, pleased, overjoyed, over the moon
big: massive, enormous, huge sad: miserable, downhearted, moody, desperate
small: tiny, miniature, short, microscopic excited: thrilled, overjoyed, over the moon, elated
beautiful: handsome, lovely, attractive, charming scared: scared stiff, frightened, terrified
ugly: disgusting, hideous
Suggested Answer Key
very: rather, extremely, amazingly, absolutely
good/nice: lovely, superb, wonderful, fabulous, pleasant, charming He was over the moon when he heard he had passed the exam.
bad: nasty, evil, wicked, terrible She asked me to walk her home because she was terrified.
I bought him a magazine because I knew he was a bit downhearted.
for people: handsome, wicked, evil, short When Martha opened her gift from George, she was delighted.
for places: massive, miniature, microscopic, superb This time it really was just what she wanted.
for both: enormous, huge, tiny, attractive, disgusting, hideous, Having a bad attack of the flu and being forced to stay in bed
lovely, wonderful, fabulous, pleasant, charming, nasty, terrible made Tracy feel bored and miserable.
(to qualify adjectives – rather, extremely, amazingly, absolutely) She was thrilled when she heard she had got the starring role in
the film.
b. Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs Harry seemed pleased when Jenny suggested going to the cinema.
and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers by asking Her husband was overjoyed when he heard they were going to
individual Ss to read out the amended paragraphs. have twins.
Answer Key The children were greatly entertained by the magician hired for
the party.
A 1 tiny 4 terrible
These days many people are frightened to be out alone on the
2 handsome 5 enormous
streets late at night.
3 extremely 6 disgusting
It’s difficult to tell how she’ll react, she’s been rather moody recently.
B 1 lovely 5 fabulous Police warned that the escaped prisoner was desperate and would
2 amazingly 6 terrible stop at nothing to evade recapture.
3 tiny 7 short He was elated at winning the world championship for the second
4 massive 8 rather year running.

c. Explain the task and allow Ss time to discuss in pairs. 6 a. Explain the task and explain/elicit the meanings of the
Then, ask individual pairs to report back to the class. verbs. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss work in pairs and
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers by asking
Suggested Answer Key
individual Ss to read out the amended paragraph.
A Before: Michael might have been attacked in the street, lost his
money, had an accident, etc Answer Key
After: Michael probably went back to where he had lived 1 screamed 4 mumbled
before moving to the city. 2 staring 5 peered
B Before: They probably prepared for their journey. 3 whispered 6 groaned
After: Maybe the ship started to sink, or something terrible
happened on the ship. b. Explain the task and allow Ss time to prepare a
beginning/ending. Then, ask individual Ss to read out
4 a. Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs their beginnings/endings.
and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.
Suggested Answer Key
Answer Key Beginning:
A 3 C 2 E 6 It was a warm summer evening last month and I was walking
B 4 D 1 F 5 along the street, with my friend Jim. We were chatting happily on
our way to the cinema.
b. Explain the task and read out the example. Ss complete Ending:
the task. Check Ss' answers by asking individual Ss to A week later the florist delivered a huge bouquet of flowers. They
read out their sentences. were from the cyclist. I was happy he was alright now and glad I
was able to help him.
Suggested Answer Key
B She was annoyed about her noisy neighbours. 7 Explain the task and work through the example and item 1
C She was amazed when she saw the ring. with Ss. Ss work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check
D He was worried about the future. Ss' answers.
E He was anxious about his job interview.
F She was very excited about her new laptop. Suggested Answer Key
2 Fascinated, he walked towards the bright light.
3 Terrified, she hid under the bed.

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4 Leaving the restaurant, he met an old friend. 13 B (I can’t believe this is happening to me, I said to myself when
5 Feeling cold, Sheila closed the window. Jane Harris was coming into the restaurant.)
6 Disgusted, Dave paid the bill and left the restaurant. 14 B (... she only laughed at me, but I was shaking like a leaf.)
7 Being very brave, Tom entered the haunted house alone. 15 B
8 Clinging to the side of the cliff, he waited for daylight to come. 16 B
9 Shivering with cold, we finally reached the shore.
10 Not wanting to wake their parents, they crept down the stairs. c. Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the task
in pairs and compare their answers with another pair.
8 a. Explain the task and read out the example. Allow Ss Then, ask individual pairs to present their answers to
time to complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. the class.
Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
1 c 3 f 5 g 7 b Model B could be improved with better punctuation, use of tenses
2 d 4 h 6 a 8 e and a wider range of vocabulary. It could also have a better
beginning and ending, with more use of narrative techniques. The
b. Allow Ss time to prepare their sentences, then check Ss' paragraphs could be better organised and the time sequence of
answers by asking individual Ss to read out their events could be clearer. Irrelevant information could be omitted.
sentences. Alternatively, write the sentences from the
Ending: I was shocked to see Jane walk into my restaurant, but not
key below on the board, omitting the similes, and Ss
as shocked as she was when she saw me approach her table with a
complete them.
dish of delicious food which I had prepared.
Suggested Answer Key
2 He woke up that morning feeling as fresh as a daisy. d. Explain the task and allow Ss time to read model A
3 When she saw her photograph in the magazine, she was as again and complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
pleased as punch. Answer Key
4 We had a good night’s sleep and by morning we were as right
Order of events:
as rain.
1 The writer noticed Jane at a party and invited her to dinner.
5 Mike ran like the wind along the golden sands.
2 After dinner she found out that he hadn’t cooked at all and she
6 He went as white as a sheet when he opened the door.
laughed at him.
7 There was no one there except a huge man, sitting in the
3 The writer learned to cook and opened his own restaurant.
corner, crying like a baby.
4 Jane coincidentally visited the restaurant.
8 I’m usually not very good at history as I have a memory like a
5 The writer surprised her.
sieve.
The story begins with event 4. It follows the following sequence:
9 a. Read out the rubric. Go through the questions and elicit 4,1,2,3,5.
answers around the class.
10 Explain the task. Help Ss to underline the key words, then
Suggested Answer Key go through the questions and elicit answers around the
1 I am telling the story in the first person. class.
2 in a restaurant
3 she could be an old friend/someone I met once Suggested Answer Key
4 They are probably quite young, as it’s for a student magazine. A Key words to be underlined: short story; international
5 they could have met in college, Jane could be a former magazine for young people; must end; He knew he could
colleague, etc never tell anyone, because they would never believe him.
1 the readers of an international magazine
b. Explain to Ss that one of the ‘model’ narratives is very 2 third person
good and the other is weak, for various reasons. Explain 3 A young man.
the task. Allow Ss some time to read the two models 4 At least one person.
and answer the questions, then check Ss' answers, 5 The story could take place on a country lane at night.
eliciting examples for the points. 6 The story could be about a man who is abducted by
Answer Key aliens.
7 The man is driving home from work when he sees a UFO.
1 A (“I can’t believe this is happening” I thought, as I saw Jane
Aliens get out of it and take him inside. They read his
walk into the restaurant.)
mind. He wakes up back in the lane.
2 A, B
8 I will use mostly past tenses.
3 A (tall, beautiful, wavy, bright)
9 I could use a flashback in the main body of my story, after
4 A (It had all started when I noticed her at a party.)
the introductory paragraph.
5 B (It was very bad. I was very good.)
10 The character could feel relieved but annoyed that no one
6 A (Feeling as pleased as punch, ...)
will believe his story.
7 A (“Well, I’m a great cook” I told her.)
8 B (... she didn’t look very different. She is still nice and tall.)
B Key words to be underlined: local radio station; short story
9 A
competition; must begin or end; Six months of hard work had
10 B (I have lots of wealthy customers and I have even won a few
finally paid off.
awards.)
11 A (... I felt awful. Angry with myself ...) 1 the people holding the competition
12 B (... when Jane Harris was coming into the restaurant.) 2 first or third person

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Suggested Answer Key D The Prize

A The UFO I couldn't believe the moment had finally arrived. My heart
Sam woke up with a jump. He looked around him and saw was beating fast. As the door to the hotel suite opened, I
that he was on the ground at the side of the road, just a few pinched myself, hoping that this was not just an amazing
metres from his car. Suddenly, he remembered what had dream.
happened. I had been a huge fan of Carly Montague since I saw her in
He had been driving home from work late that evening a soap opera in the 1990s. When she became a pop star I
when he had seen several bright lights in the sky above the bought all her CDs and videos and I went to see her in concert
quiet country lane. He slowed down to get a better look and whenever she came to my town. I had always dreamed of
suddenly an enormous spaceship landed on the road in front meeting her, but I never thought my dreams would come true.
of him. The door opened and three small, strange creatures When I saw a competition in a magazine with the star
came out. prize of a day with Carly Montague, I entered straight away. I
The creatures led Sam into their spaceship and closed the didn't think I had a chance of winning, but a month later I
door. He tried to leave, but he felt as though he could not move received a letter telling me that I was going to meet my
or speak. He felt the spaceship lift off the ground and the favourite star at a luxurious London hotel and spend a whole
creatures gathered round him. They stared into his eyes. day with her.
"They're trying to read my mind," he thought, and then I entered the hotel suite and saw Carly waiting to greet
everything went black. me. I knew that this was going to be the best day of my life.
Sam rubbed his eyes and stared at the lights of the
spaceship as they rose up into the air. He knew he could never
tell anyone, because they would never believe him.
Unit 8 – Learning Lessons
B The Marathon
Six months of hard work had finally paid off. I cried tears
of happiness as my friends pushed a bottle of water into my
Objectives
hand and wrapped a blanket around my shoulders. "Well Vocabulary: education; places in a school; types of schools;
done!" they shouted. exams & qualifications
Six months earlier, I had learnt that my youth group had Reading: gapped text (understanding text structure);
to close down. Our clubhouse needed repairs but we couldn't multiple choice (reading for detail)
afford them. I decided to find a way to raise money. The group Listening: multiple matching; multiple choice (listening for
meant so much to the young people of my town. gist, main points, detail, intention, opinion and specific
I had never been very fit and I hated sports, so my friends information)
were shocked when I announced that I was entering the Speaking: congratulating; consoling; reacting
London Marathon. "You'll never do it!" they laughed. "I will," I Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; word formation;
promised. multiple choice cloze
I began an exhausting training schedule. I went running Grammar: the passive; causative form
before school every morning. After school I went to the gym. I Phrasal verbs: catch; fall; go; keep; look; put; tell; work
was very tired, but I was determined to get fit. (related to education)
When the day arrived, I was nervous, but I paced myself. Writing: opinion article and letter
When I ran across the finish line, it was the best feeling in the
world. I raised enough money to repair the clubhouse and I
showed my friends what I was made of! Lead-in (p. 137)
C The Disaster 1 a. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and elicit what each one
Tara sat down by the side of the road and put her head in shows and how they are linked.
her hands. She had no idea what to do. She was all alone with Suggested Answer Key
no car, no money and no phone.
The pictures are all related to learning and teaching. In each
She had been on her way to her grandparents' golden
picture there is someone in the role of teacher.
wedding anniversary party. It was going to be a wonderful
party, with all of the family celebrating together.
As she drove down the motorway, she saw a car parked at b. Explain/Elicit the meaning of any unknown words, then
the side of the road, and a woman waving at the passing cars. help Ss match them and label the pictures.
She looked as if she needed help. Tara pulled in and got out of Answer Key
her car to see what was wrong.
As she walked towards the woman, she suddenly heard a personal trainer private tutor
car door slam and an engine roar. She turned around and saw driving instructor primary school teacher
a man driving off in her car! As Tara stared in shock, the basketball coach
woman jumped into the other car and sped off. A driving instructor D university lecturer
As she sat by the roadside, she heard a car stop near her, and a B personal trainer E primary school teacher
voice call out, "Hey, do you need a lift?" It was her cousin, C basketball coach
David. Tara was so happy to be rescued that she burst into
tears. 2 Explain the task and read out the list of points. Explain/Elicit
the meaning of any unknown words, then Ss complete the
task in pairs. Compare Ss’ answers around the class.
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3 Explain the task. Ask Ss to study the chart for a minute and Suggested Answer Key
then Ss discuss the findings in small groups giving their I think the title refers to a school in the future where classrooms will
opinions. Ask some Ss to present their opinions to the rest have more computers and technological equipment than in the
of the class. top and bottom pictures of classrooms. I think the objects relate to
Suggested Answer Key the text because in the future, students will use video recorders,
computers and digital cameras in the classroom.
A: If you ask me, I think alertness should be ranked higher.
B: I agree. It’s important to be alert in order to take in
2 a. Explain the task and point out that the linking words
information. I think that the findings are correct as far as
can help them decide where the sentences go in the
natural talent is concerned, though.
text. Ask Ss to read the sentences and underline the
C: Oh, I have to disagree with you there, I’m afraid. I think that
linking words. Check Ss’ answers and establish the
natural talent is very important when it comes to learning
meaning of the linking words.
subjects such as Music, Art or Drama.
A: Yes, I see your point. Personally, I would rank confidence higher Answer Key
as well. A As well as this (addition)
B: Yes, so would I. I think that students who are confident do B In comparison to the past (contrast)
much better in school than those who are shy. etc C For many years (time)
D In the future (time), however (contrast)
4 a. Read out the statement and ask individual Ss to E Therefore (consequence)
paraphrase it. Read out the opinions (a-d). Point out F Without a doubt (emphasis)
that the speakers’ opinions may be paraphrased on the G Even so (contrast)
recording. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and H As a result of (result)
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. I Consequently (consequence)
Suggested Answer Key
b. Ask Ss to reread paragraph 1 of the text and establish
Whether a person learns or not depends on them and what they do
why sentence C fits in gap 0 (‘the word’ refers to the
with the information they receive. Schools and colleges do not
‘classroom’ in the first sentence, and ‘has had much the same
educate people, they merely present information.
meaning’ is explained in the description of the classroom in
1 b 2 a 3 c 4 d the next sentence, and echoed in ‘have basically remained the
same’. ‘For many years’ fits in with the present perfect tense.).
b. Elicit a variety of answers to the question around the Allow Ss some time to read the text and the missing
class. sentences and complete the task. Remind Ss that there
is one sentence which they do not need to use. Point
Suggested Answer Key
out that Ss must try to find reference words which link
I agree with the statement up to a point, as I think that if people the missing sentences and the sentences before and
want to learn, they will learn regardless of their experience in after each gap. Ss do the exercise individually and then
school or college. This is evident from the way students remember check their answers in pairs. Check Ss’ answers round
what has interested them and forget what they were not interested the class, asking Ss to justify their answers.
in. However, I think schools and colleges are necessary in order to
guide children to the information they should be learning and to Answer Key
show them how to learn and acquire knowledge by teaching them 1 G (‘Even so’ contrasts with ‘changes have been made’ from the
to read, research and analyse information. previous sentence, and ‘a visitor from Victorian times’ is
echoed in ‘any visitors from the past’ in the following sentence)
c. Ss discuss the questions in pairs. Ask some pairs to 2 F (‘has always been’ links to ‘that will still continue’ in the
present their opinions to the class. following sentence and the subject ‘teachers’ is repeated later
in the paragraph)
Suggested Answer Key
3 I (the topic of ‘sharing of projects’ in the previous sentence is
A: I don’t think that learning will ever take place completely continued with ‘pupils will be able to work on the same project
without teachers, but I think that students’ contact with together’)
teachers, classrooms and schools in general may become 4 D (the topic of ‘the role of teachers’ is continued in the next
limited in the future, as more learning will take place at home. sentence with ‘Teachers might not always give the lessons’ and
B: I agree. As home computers become more widely used, I think ‘In the future’ fits with the future tense ‘will still be there’ and
that children will spend more time learning through the ‘will no doubt be replaced’)
Internet and through CD-Roms and less time meeting with 5 A (the reference word ‘exchange’ is repeated from the previous
their teachers, or sitting in classrooms with their friends. sentence and ‘in much the same way’ refers to this exchange
through ‘the latest mobile phones’ from the previous sentence)
6 B (the reference word ‘video’ and ‘project’ are repeated in the
Reading (pp. 138-139) following sentence)
1 Ask Ss to look at the objects in the pictures and elicit what 7 H (the reference word ‘training’ is repeated in the following
they show (a video recorder, an overhead projector, a digital sentence)
camera, a computer, a jar of pencils, and a telephone). Read out
the title of the text and elicit a variety of suggestions from Ss c. Suggested Answer Key
as to what it means, the relationship between the objects The linking words help because of chronological and
and the possible content of the text. Allow Ss some time to causative clues
read the text quickly and check if their guesses were correct.

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3 a. Ask Ss to read the text again. Write the headings; B: I agree. Children need to learn computer skills from an early
nouns, adjectives, verbs on the board in the form of a age, anyway, so it is better for them to use computers in their
table and elicit answers from Ss around the class to education. I think Ss will share projects because they can do
complete it. Ss copy the completed table into their this online.
notebooks. A: I agree. I don’t think that teachers will interact with pupils
through video windows. I can’t see that happening, to be honest.
Suggested Answer Key
B: Hmm. I think that it might happen at some point in the future
Nouns: classrooms, desks, teacher, blackboard, artwork, pupils, because in that way, one teacher could interact with quite a lot
whiteboard, OHPs, computers, information, presentation, lessons, of children, so it would save money.
curriculum, access, materials, shortages, technology, skills, software, A: I see. I think desks will be rearranged and I agree that videos,
projects, schools, classes, children, parents, system, classmates, software and multimedia programs will be used more. In fact,
chairs, discussion, multimedia programs, pens, pencils, friends, school projects and presentations are already being given in
playground, drama, progress, training, musicians, knowledge video format or on computers in some schools.
Adjectives: cyber, practical, online, interactive, educational, three- B: Yes, and children will be able to exchange music, information
dimensional, latest, face-to-face, simple, talented, normal and videos through mobile phones, as this is already happening.
A: That’s true. And I think it goes without saying that new
Verbs: follow, take advantage of, encourage, explore, share, grow, equipment and technology will improve lessons in every
enjoy, attend, supervise, try out, produce, use, study, learn, measure, subject, as we can see how technology is already improving
help, enable, compete, work education and whenever new equipment is introduced to a
school it makes a huge difference to the learning experience.
b. Ss explain the highlighted words by giving synonyms or
examples, using their dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ b. Explain the task. Elicit alternative titles around the class,
answers. then assign the picture as HW and ask Ss to present
Suggested Answer Key them in the next lesson.
positioning: the way something is placed Suggested Answer Key
puzzle: confuse Schools of the Future
curriculum: a course of study taught in a school
factors: elements which affect a situation/decision (Ss’ own answers)
explore: think about sth in detail
company: having other people with you 6 Explain the task and the situation. Ss discuss in pairs.
supervise: oversee/control a task/a group of people Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask some
access: reach/obtain sth pairs to report their decisions back to the class.
measure: discover/judge the extent of sth Suggested Answer Key
remotely: from a distance
recognisable: identifiable A: I would like to see more up-to-date computers bought so we
can learn how to use the latest equipment. I also think we
4 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss work in pairs should have a swimming pool for swimming lessons and I
and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. would like the classrooms to be redecorated so they are more
modern, comfortable and more pleasant to work in.
Answer Key B: I agree with you about the computers and the redecoration of
1 b 2 a 3 b 4 a 5 b the classrooms, but I don’t think we really need a swimming
pool. After all, there is a sports centre at the end of the road
5 a. Ask Ss to read the text again and make notes about the which is perfectly suitable for our school’s needs. I think what
writer’s predictions. Ss discuss the question in pairs. our school needs is a theatre, with up-to-date lighting and
Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask sound equipment. There should also be some TV or video
some pairs to present their opinions to the class. cameras and editing equipment, so that we could learn how
to make our own films.
Suggested Answer Key A: That’s a great idea. I think you’re right. There’s not much point
ñ Computers are the classrooms of the future and most of the in building a swimming pool when we can use the one at the
school curriculum will be followed online. sports centre, and a theatre like the one you described would
ñ Children will share classes and projects with other students be much more useful.
around the country and around the world. B: Good. So, we agree that the most important changes that
ñ Teachers will interact with pupils through video windows. should be made to our school are buying modern computers,
ñ All the desks will be in a circle. redecorating the classrooms and building a theatre.
ñ Videos, software and multimedia programs will be used more.
ñ Children will be able to exchange information, music and
videos through mobile phones. Language Focus (pp. 140-141)
ñ New equipment and technology will improve lessons in every
1 a. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and
subject.
complete the chart. Check Ss’ answers. Elicit the
differences between the American and the British system.
A: I think that most of the school curriculum will be followed
online in the future because it will be easier and more Answer Key
convenient for children to learn through computers. 1 pre-school 2 junior 3 16-18 4 college

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b. Ss work in pairs and discuss the similarities and ñ A science lab is used for learning about Biology, Chemistry and
differences. Physics and for doing experiments. I used the science labs at
my school three times a week.
(Ss’ own answers)
ñ A staff room is used for having coffee breaks, spending free
periods and attending meetings. I never used the staff room at
c. Explain the task. Go through the list of words/phrases
my school, but the teachers used it every day.
and explain/elicit the meaning of any unknown words.
Ss complete the task and check their answers in pairs.
3 a. Present the words for different types of schools. Ss do
Suggested Answer Key the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.
ñ Revision is done by students at secondary school and university. Answer Key
ñ School reports are first given to students in primary school.
1 boarding 3 state 5 public
ñ Projects are first done by children in primary school.
2 single sex 4 private
ñ Lectures are attended by students at university.
ñ Careers counselling is first given to students in their final year
b. Elicit answers to the question around the class.
of secondary school.
ñ Exams are sat by students from secondary school onwards. (Ss’ own answers)
ñ Seminars are attended by students at university.
ñ Climbing frames are used by children at nursery school. 4 a./b. It is advisable to deal with Exs 4a and 4b together.
ñ Tutorials are attended by students at university. Elicit/Explain what the abbreviations stand for,
ñ Science experiments are carried out by students at primary explain what kind of qualification each one is, as well
and secondary school. as the usual/approximate age students obtain it, and
ñ A sand pit is used by children at nursery school. elicit nearest equivalents in Ss’ own country.
ñ A thesis is written by a student at university.
Answer Key
ñ Colouring is done by students at nursery school.
ñ The alphabet is learnt by children at nursery and primary ñ General Certificate of Secondary Education = qualification
school. awarded in the UK after passing an exam in a certain subject
ñ Detention is given to students at secondary school. at secondary school (age 16).
ñ Foreign languages are learnt by students at secondary school. ñ National Vocational Qualification = work-related qualification
ñ Modelling clay is used by children at nursery and primary awarded in the UK after a course of study which includes
school. practical elements (age 16+).
ñ Toy bricks are used by children at nursery school. ñ Advanced Level = qualification awarded in the UK after
passing an exam in a certain subject at the end of secondary
2 a. Read out the list of places 1-8, then Ss match them to school or sixth form college (age 18).
the pictures and answer the questions. Check Ss’ ñ Higher National Diploma = qualification awarded in the UK
answers. after completion of a year-long course of study in a specialised
subject at college (age 18+).
Answer Key ñ Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science = qualification awarded
B 1 D 8 F 3 H 6 after completion of a three/four-year course of study at
C 5 E 4 G 2 university (age 21+).
ñ Master of Arts/Master of Science = a post-graduate qualification
Suggested Answer Key
awarded after completion of a one/two-year course of study at
My school had a library, a computer lab and several music rooms. It university which often includes a thesis (age 22+).
also had several science labs, a canteen and lots of corridors. There ñ Doctor of Philosophy = a post-graduate qualification awarded
was a gymnasium and a staff room, too. You could also find a after completion of approximately three years of study which
playing field and tennis courts in my school. results in the publication of an original research project
(age 24+).
b. Explain the task, read through the prompts and
explain/elicit the meaning of any unknown words. Ss do 5 Revise the meanings of the verbs in connection with exams.
the task. Check Ss’ answers, then ask individual Ss to Explain the task. Ss do the exercise. Point out to Ss that they
say how often they use(d) these places. may have to change the form of the verb. Check Ss’ answers.
Suggested Answer Key Answer Key
ñ A computer lab is used for doing research on the Internet and 1 sit/take 3 passed 5 resit
learning to use different software. I used the computer lab at 2 taking 4 failed
my school once a week.
ñ A gymnasium is used for having PE lessons, doing gymnastics 6 Explain the task. Ss match the items. Check Ss’ answers,
and playing indoor sports. I used the gymnasium at my school then elicit sentences from various Ss around the class.
once a week.
ñ Corridors are used for exhibiting artwork, keeping lockers and Answer Key
displaying notices. I used the corridors at my school every day. 1 class 2 course 3 grade
ñ A canteen is used for having lunch and socialising with friends.
Suggested Answer Key
I used the canteen at my school every day.
ñ A music room is used for having music lessons and practising Jane always gets good grades.
musical instruments. I used the music rooms at my school Simon has missed class twice this week.
every day. The teacher dismissed the class at the end of the lesson.
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7 Explain the task. Ss work in pairs and do the exercise. Check F I expect the speaker to talk about how people often get results
Ss’ answers and explain any unknown vocabulary where they don’t expect in exams.
necessary.
b. Explain the task. Remind Ss that the information they
Answer Key
hear on the recording may be worded differently from
1 develop 3 accepted 5 career the phrases. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and
2 holds 4 hold 6 grant complete the task. Play the recording again, pausing
after each speaker, to check Ss’ answers and elicit
8 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss work in pairs and evidence.
complete the exercise. Ss can check their answers in Appendix
2 at the back of the book. Check Ss’ answers, then Ss explain Answer Key
the phrasal verbs. Ss should memorise these phrasal verbs. Speaker 1 – D (assess their ability to learn, this type of exam, more
useful to students)
Answer Key
Speaker 2 – C (my dad’s eyes, my sister’s tired face, I wish he
1 catch up: reach the same level as others wouldn’t do this, he’s concerned about her future)
2 falling behind: failing to keep up with others Speaker 3 – B (lost weight, black rings under eyes, didn’t sleep, last
3 go over: review/look through again three days, so hard on himself)
4 keep up: follow Speaker 4 – F (surprise, saw my grade, stunned)
5 look up: find/research Speaker 5 – E (technology, exams marked electronically, reducing
6 put off: postpone/delay paperwork)
7 told off: scolded/reprimanded
8 work out: find/discover a solution through thought or discussion c. Elicit answers to the questions from various Ss around
the class.
9 Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete the
exercise. Check Ss’ answers, then elicit what each idiom/ (Ss’ own answers)
fixed phrase means and ask Ss to suggest any similar ones
found in their native language. 2 a. Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of truancy
(staying away from school without good reason). Ss work in
Answer Key pairs and discuss questions 1 and 2. Ask some pairs to
1 learnt by heart: memorised report back to the class. For question 3, help Ss to
2 make the grade: pass identify the key words and explain /elicit the meaning of
3 teach sb a lesson: punish sb so they don’t do sth again any unknown words, then ask them to guess what the
4 in a class of (his) own: much better than everyone else correct answers will be.
5 got (her) nose in a book: reading
Suggested Answer Key
6 the teacher’s pet: the teacher’s favourite student
1 A: Personally, I think that students stay away from school
(Ss’ own answers) because they are bored with their lessons. What do you
think?
10 Explain the task. Ss fill in the prepositions, and can check B: I think that boredom plays a role in making students want
their answers in Appendix 1 at the back of the book. Check to play truant, but I also think that problems at school
Ss’ answers, then elicit sentences from various Ss around cause them to take time off. For example, they may be
the class. being bullied, or they may have problems with a certain
Answer Key teacher which make them afraid to go to school.
A: Yes, that’s a good point. I suppose that the influence of their
1 for 2 of 3 in
friends could have something to do with it, too. If their
friends are playing truant, they may copy them just to fit in.
B: They may also have family problems and not feel like
Listening & Speaking (pp. 142-143) going to school. For example, they may have a sick parent
1 a. Explain to Ss that they are going to listen to five people or have to go out to earn some money if the family is poor.
talking about exams. Elicit various problems/factors 2 A: Truancy can cause students all kinds of problems. For
related to exams (the amount of revision involved, stress, instance, they will certainly fall behind in their studies and
amount of importance attached to results etc). Ask Ss to find it hard to catch up again if they miss too many classes.
read the phrases A-F and make guesses about what B: That’s right. They may also get in trouble with their
each speaker might talk about. teachers and their parents if they are found out. It is illegal
Suggested Answer Key for a child under the age of sixteen to miss school without
A I expect the speaker to talk about how people often worry that parental permission.
they will fail exams. A: Yes, I know. Another problem truancy may cause students
B I expect the speaker to talk about how tiring revision for exams is that they could fall in with a bad crowd and get involved
can be and the effect of trying to do too much. in crime.
C I expect the speaker to talk about how parents can put B: Exactly. They could also decide to try other forms of
pressure on students to do well in exams. rebellious behaviour, such as smoking or drinking and
D I expect the speaker to talk about a new kind of exam, which endanger their health.
tests students differently. 3 Key words to be underlined:
E I expect the speaker to talk about how computers can be used 1 some children play truant; earn money; behave badly;
to mark exam papers. never punished
2 parents holiday term time; peak season; spend time as

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family; save money the class.

3 difficult convince students attend regularly; parents bad
Suggested Answer Key
example; no good reason; teachers behave irresponsibly
4 government’s contribution; trying for years; beginning; 1 A: I think that people go away to study in order to experience
too late living in a different area or even a different country.
5 government talks with travel agents; offer cheap holidays; B: Yes, I agree. That way, they get to learn a new way of life,
children don’t play truant; get help combatting truancy and maybe even a new language, as well as the subject
6 aims or behavioural improvement projects; teach parents; they have chosen to study.
teach students missed lessons; teach students take school A: Another reason is that universities or colleges in other
seriously areas often offer courses which are not available where
7 law; not strict enough; parents not prosecuted; parents you live, so in order to study your chosen subject, you have
face charges to leave your home town or country.
B: That’s a good point, I hadn’t thought of that. Also, going
(Ss’ own answers) abroad to travel gives you the chance to meet interesting
people from other parts of the world.
b. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and complete the
task. Play the recording again, pausing after the 2 A: Someone who is studying abroad can face several
information for each question, to check Ss’ answers. problems. They may feel homesick and miss their family,
for example.
Answer Key B: That’s right, or they may have trouble understanding the
1 B 3 A 5 C 7 B language and be unable to communicate properly.
2 C 4 B 6 C A: Another problem they may face is prejudice from the
native people of the country they are staying in. Some
c. Read out the list. Ss complete the task then compare people have negative attitudes towards foreigners.
their answers in pairs. B: Yes, that can be difficult. They may also find that the
culture is very different to their own and they might have a
Suggested Answer Key
lot to learn in order to be able to fit in.
1 more responsible parenting
2 teaching students to respect school 3 A: I would love to study in a foreign country because I would
3 strict punishment like to learn about how people live in other parts of the
4 police involvement world.
5 more interesting lessons B: Me too. I would love to learn a new language as well, and
be able to communicate with the native people of a new
3 Explain the task and elicit what each picture shows. Ss work country.
in pairs. Then ask some pairs to discuss the task in front of A: It would be great to gain insight into a different culture
the class. and to get to know new places.
B: I agree, although I might feel a little homesick at times.
Suggested Answer Key
A: My laptop computer is very important to me when I am away 5 Explain the task and the meaning of the assessment terms.
from home. It has all my important documents stored on it Play the recording and elicit answers round the class.
and I use it every day to send emails and look for information Suggested Answer Key
on the Internet. Do you have a laptop?
B: No, but I have a mobile phone, which I couldn’t live without ñ Both students use accurate grammar, though the range of
when I am away from home. I use it every day to send messages structures they use is very limited, with almost no complex
and make calls. The other thing I couldn’t live without is my sentences. Their vocabulary is also very limited.
camera. I take a lot of pictures wherever I go. ñ Student B has perfect (American) native speaker pronunciation.
A: Oh, I don’t like taking pictures, but I like to write about places I Student A makes some minor pronunciation errors, e.g. ‘d’
visit and things I do, so my diary is very important to me, instead of ‘th’, but generally has very good pronunciation and
especially when I am away from home. What else is important can be easily understood throughout. Both students use stress
to you when you are away from home? and intonation successfully to convey the intended meaning.
B: Well, you will think this sounds very silly, but I always take my ñ Both students interact well, particularly Student B, moving the
teddy bear with me when I go away. It comforts me when I feel task forward and inviting responses from each other, though
homesick, you see. not with any degree of sophistication. They do not develop
A: Right, well, what three things would you take with you if you their ideas very well and some of their responses are rather too
were going to study abroad for a year? short and simple.
B: If I was going to study abroad for a year, I would definitely take
my mobile phone, my camera and my teddy bear. I wouldn’t 6 a. Explain the task and ask two Ss to read the dialogues
leave home without them. What about you? aloud. Elicit the situation for each one and then Ss
A: Well, I wouldn’t take a teddy bear. I’m sure they can be very underline the relevant phrases. Check Ss’ answers.
comforting, but if I had to choose only three things to take, Suggested Answer Key
then I would have to take more important things. I would take 1 Situation: A boy got a lower mark than he had hoped for.
my laptop, my diary and my guitar. I love playing my guitar, phrases: Consoling: Never mind. It’s not as bad as you think.
and if I felt homesick I could play some songs from my country 2 Situation: A girl has just passed her driving test.
to cheer myself up. phrases: Congratulating: Congratulations! I’m so happy for
you!
4 Read out the questions. Ss discuss them in pairs. When Ss
have completed the task, ask some pairs to report back to

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b. Go through the useful language box and read out the

situations. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Ask
some pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the
class.
Suggested Answer Key
1 A: Lucy? Are you free after class?
B: Yes, I am. Why?
A: Well, I passed my exams yesterday, and I thought we could
go out to celebrate.
B: Brilliant! Well done!
2 A: What’s the matter, David? You look upset.
B: Yeah! I am upset, actually. I’ve just crashed my car.
A: That’s a shame. Don’t let it get you down.
3 A: Sally? Are you free after class?
B: Yes, I am. Why?
A: Well, I got accepted to study medicine abroad yesterday,
and I thought we could go out for a meal.
B: Excellent! I’m really happy for you!
4 A: What’s the matter, Simon? You look upset.
B: Yeah, I am upset, actually. I’ve just lost my job.
A: That’s too bad. I’m so sorry.

7 Read out sentences 1- 8 and elicit in what situation each

one might be said. Then go through the phrases in the box.
Ask two Ss to read out the example, then Ss work in pairs
and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking some
pairs to act out their exchanges in front of the class.
Suggested Answer Key
2 A: Shall we go?
B: Why not?/Let’s not.
3 A: Do you mind?
B: Not at all./Yes, actually.
4 A: How did it go?
B: Quite well./Terribly.
5 A: Are you coming then?
B: I’d rather not./I’d love to.
6 A: What are my chances?
B: Reasonable./Poor.
7 A: Can I try?
B: Go ahead./You’d better not.
8 A: I tried really hard.
B: Never mind.

Reading: Literature Corner (pp. 144-145)

1 a. Allow Ss some time to read the background information
and help them with any unknown vocabulary. Read out
the questions and elicit answers from Ss around the class.
Suggested Answer Key
1 There were probably very strict rules and the discipline was
probably harsh.
2 (Ss’ own answers)

b. Explain the task and initiate a class discussion about

bullying. Ss make notes of the examples raised. Then
ask Ss to read the text quickly to see if any of their
notes are mentioned in the text.
Suggested Answer Key
Student notes: pushing and hitting, taking money from other
students, destroying students’ property, verbal abuse, ridiculing
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Examples from text: pointing out students’ mistakes, laughing at b. Explain the task and allow Ss some time to go through
them, getting kicked, making fun of one another, being shoved, the text again and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
books stolen or written on, jackets whitened, lives made difficult
Answer Key
2 a. Allow Ss some time to read through the questions and form, lower school, Latin and Greek texts, teach, master, class,
underline the main points. Ask Ss to read the text school, grammar, lesson, play hours, Doctor, upper school, progress,
quickly again and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. books, examinations, examine, work, translate, passage, bench

Suggested Answer Key (Ss’ own answers)

Main points from questions to be underlined:
c. Explain the task and do the first item with Ss, then Ss
1 main problem; fourth form
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
2 teacher; try to do on many occasions
3 writer’s opinion; East, Brown Suggested Answer Key
4 clever boys seemed ñ a sad mixture of students
5 what Tom like; end third form ñ they were laughed at and feared by the younger boys
6 second monthly examination; Tom ñ always fooling/playing around
7 what happened; clever boy ñ no good at all
Parts of text which include answers: ñ it would take up all a person’s time
1 all ages from nine to fifteen (line 5) the most unhappily ñ could not resist the temptations
constituted class (lines 9-10) ñ was liked
2 three unhappy fellows whom the doctor and the master were ñ the pupils shook with fear
always endeavouring to promote into the upper school (lines ñ no noise at all
17-20)
3 the most mischievous and reckless age of British youth, of 4 a. Explain the task and elicit a variety of answers from
which East and Tom Brown were fair specimens (lines 23-24) around the class.
4 these boys ... in general, their lives made difficult for them Suggested Answer Key
(lines 35-38)
5 Tom had come up from the third with a good character...he confused, nervous, stressed, worried, frightened, fearful, scared,
succeeded in maintaining the appearance of steadiness (lines embarrassed
39-44)
6 Tom never lifted his eyes from his book but could feel the b. Ss work in pairs and discuss the question. Ask some
Doctor’s mood (lines 53-55) pairs to report back to the class.
7 his head was gone and he made some terrible mistakes (lines Suggested Answer Key
62-63) A: Well, I imagine that after being hit by the Doctor, the poor boy
probably felt extremely embarrassed and upset. He may have
b. Allow Ss some time to reread the text and complete the started crying or he may have had to go to see the school nurse.
task using the parts of the text they found in Ex. 2a. B: I agree and I also think his attitude towards the teacher
Check Ss’ answers. probably changed after that. He might even have become too
Answer Key shy to speak in front of other students in case he made more
1 C 3 D 5 A 7 B mistakes!
2 A 4 C 6 C
c. Read out the question and elicit answers from around
3 a. Ss first match the highlighted words, then explain the the class.
words in bold by giving synonyms or examples, using Suggested Answer Key
their dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers. I think a student would be likely to go straight to the Headteacher
Answer Key and his parents to complain. His parents might go to the police to
Highlighted words: press charges because it is against the law for a teacher to hit a
unfortunate: unlucky rapidly: quickly child.
promote: advance preceding: previous
mischievous: naughty ceased: stopped d. Elicit a variety of answers from Ss around the class.
reckless: irresponsible Suggested Answer Key
Words in bold: Well, pupils usually turn up early to make sure we have time to
handed out: given out check the timetable. We find out where the exam room is, check
youngsters: children that we have enough pens and pencils and so on. We all feel very
master: teacher nervous. During the exam we are not allowed to talk at all. When
endeavouring: trying the exam is finished, we all feel very excited and make a lot of noise.
specimens: examples
temptations: things you want to do which you shouldn’t 5 a. Read out the task and ask Ss to work in pairs and
shudder: a feeling of great fear discuss the questions. When Ss have completed the
wrath: anger task, ask some pairs to report back to the class.
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Suggested Answer Key c. Explain the task and read out the example. Ss work in
A: I think bullying can certainly create problems with attitude pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
and behaviour. Young pupils can be particularly vulnerable Suggested Answer Key
because if they are being bullied, they might feel too afraid to
ñ John was given some medicine.
discuss the problem and then the situation could worsen.
ñ John was sentenced to three years in prison.
B: I agree. Also, the child’s performance at school can also be
ñ John was given a lot of homework.
affected resulting in low grades. Bullying affects children both
ñ John’s car was repaired.
academically and psychologically.
ñ John’s lawn was mowed.
A: I think turning to a professional is definitely the answer. For
ñ John’s order was taken.
example, most schools these days have professional
psychologists to help pupils.
2 Explain the task and elicit the difference between by and
B: I agree, but I think children should tell their parents first. Parents
with when used with the passive (‘by’ is used with the agent;
can help out by being there for a chat and by going to the school
‘with’ is used with the instrument or other descriptive detail). Do
with the child to resolve the matter.
item 1 with Ss then Ss complete the task. Check Ss’
A: Yes, you’re right. I think schools should punish bullies and
answers by asking individual Ss to read out the completed
make sure that they don’t do it again by giving them detention
sentences.
and extra work or even expelling them from the school.
B: I disagree. I think bullies should be made to see a therapist to Answer Key
find out why they are bullying other kids. That’s the only way to 1 with 3 by 5 with
make sure they don’t do it again. 2 by 4 by

b. Ss work in the same pairs and discuss the question. 3 Present impersonal passive structures, by writing example
Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask sentences on the board and showing how they can be
some pairs to present their answers to the class. converted to impersonal sentences. Point out that this
Suggested Answer Key structure is useful for rumours, and what people think, say,
believe etc about others.
A: Corporal punishment is not allowed because it is seen as cruel
e.g. ñ They say Jane is clever. ➔ It is said that Jane is
and unnecessary.
clever. / Jane is said to be clever.
B: That’s right. Nowadays, behaviour is discussed to help to solve
ñ People think that John cheated. ➔ It is thought that
problems. I can’t really think of any occasion when corporal
John cheated. / John is thought to have cheated.
punishment might be acceptable these days. We have
ñ They believed that Sue was honest. ➔ It was
generally moved away from the forms of physical punishment
believed that Sue was honest. / Sue was believed
that were accepted in days gone by to trying to encourage
to be honest.
young people to treat others in the same way that they
ñ Everyone knew Sam had tried hard. ➔ It was known
themselves would like to be treated.
that Sam had tried hard. / Sam was known to have
A: I agree. I feel it’s much more acceptable to be punished by, for
tried hard.
example, fixing something you have damaged or by cleaning
ñ They expect Jean will pass. ➔ It is expected that
up the school yard.
Jean will pass. / Jean is expected to pass.
Explain the task, draw Ss’ attention to the example, then Ss
English in Use (pp. 146-147) complete the exercise in pairs. Check Ss’ answers around
the class.
1 a. Read out the two sentences and elicit how they differ.
Revise the passive and refer Ss to the Grammar Answer Key
Reference section for more detail. 2 The Earth was once believed to be flat.
Answer Key It was once believed that the Earth was flat.
3 All passengers are feared to have been killed.
The first sentence is active and the second sentence is passive.
It is feared that all passengers were killed.
4 The plan was understood to have failed.
b. Explain the task and elicit in what cases the passive
It was understood that the plan had failed.
agent should be omitted (when it is not a specific person, or
5 She is known to have been telling the truth.
not important for the meaning). Do the first item with Ss
It is known that she was telling the truth.
then Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
6 He is expected to go to university.
Answer Key It is expected that he will go to university.
1 The school will be visited by the Minister of Education next
week. 4 Explain the task. Go through the prompts and read out the
2 David Copperfield was written by Charles Dickens. example. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’
3 School uniform must be worn at all times. answers by asking some pairs to ask and answer the
4 Have the results been announced yet? questions.
5 The newsletter is published every month. Answer Key
6 I don’t like being teased.
ñ A: What is this ceremony called?
7 This window has been broken.
B: A graduation ceremony.
8 An arrest will be made soon.
ñ A: Who is invited?
B: Students who have passed their degree course and their
families.

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ñ A: Are the caps and gowns bought or rented? b. Explain the task and do the first item with Ss then Ss
B: They are usually rented for the day. complete the task. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
ñ A: What is the certificate called?
Suggested Answer Key
B: It’s called a degree.
ñ A: How often is the ceremony held? ñ I found the film very amusing.
B: Once a year. I was very amused by the film.
ñ A: What are the students presented with? ñ We were fascinated by his stories.
B: A degree certificate. We found his stories fascinating.
ñ A: Are speeches made? ñ The lesson was rather boring.
B: Yes. We were rather bored by the lesson.
ñ I was thrilled by the roller coaster ride.
5 a. Read out the two sentences and elicit how they differ in The roller coaster ride was thrilling.
meaning and structure. Revise the causative form and ñ My job can be very tiring.
refer Ss to the Grammar Reference section for more detail. I am often tired by my job.
Point out that the causative form can be used when we ñ The situation was very embarrassing.
arrange for someone else to do something for us. I was very embarrassed by the situation.

Answer Key 9 Ask Ss to look at the title, then quickly read the text and say
The first sentence uses the causative form with the simple past and what it is about. Explain the task. Focus on the example (0)
the second sentence uses the past passive. The meaning is more or and elicit that responsibility is a noun, following a lot of.
less the same, except that the first sentence suggests that I Then focus on gap 1; elicit what part of speech is needed (a
arranged for the teacher to mark my essay. plural noun) and elicit the answer (people) and write it on the
board. Remind Ss that spelling is important in this exercise.
b. Read out the example then Ss complete the task. Check Ss complete the exercise in pairs. Check answers on the
Ss’ answers around the class. board, eliciting spelling.
Answer Key Answer Key
2 I have my eyes tested by the optician. 1 people 6 acknowledgement
3 I have my hair cut by the hairdresser. 2 operations 7 variety
4 I have my car repaired by the mechanic. 3 medical 8 financially
5 I have my trousers shortened by the tailor. 4 extended 9 subscriptions
5 recognition 10 decisions
6 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Point out that we
only need to include the agent if it is important. Then Ss 10 Ask Ss to look at the title and then skim the text, ignoring
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking individual the gaps, to see what it is about. Help Ss with difficult
Ss to read their sentences aloud. vocabulary items in the text (e.g. praise, criticism, essay, rare,
tolerates, unmerited, capabilities, (piano)recitals, embarrassing,
Answer Key
tuning). Explain the task and focus on the example, eliciting
1 We will have the lawn mowed on Saturday. why ‘for’ is the correct answer (it goes with the verb ‘praise’ –
2 I prefer having my house cleaned by someone else. praise sb for sth). Remind Ss to look very carefully at the
3 I will have my homework checked. words before and after each gap, then look at the options
4 We have had the food for the party arranged. and decide which fits best. Ss do the exercise. Check
5 I am having my essay marked. answers by asking Ss to read sentences from the completed
6 Jane had the appointment made by her secretary. text aloud. Encourage Ss to justify their answers.

7 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Remind Ss that they Answer Key
must use two to five words including the word given. Ss 1 D (try, attempt: verbs, trial and error: phrase)
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. 2 B (take over: phrasal verb – to assume control of sth)
3 C (generous marker: collocation)
Answer Key
4 A (to complain about/of sth: prepositional phrase)
1 ... was cancelled owing to ... 5 B (be used to: past habit)
2 ... is estimated to cost ... 6 D (badly organised: collocation)
3 ... is no point in trying ... 7 A (marks = points awarded for correct answers)
4 ... tell the difference between ... 8 C (award + object, merit sth/ing, grant sb/sth to sb)
5 ... avoid being recognised ... 9 B (to do one’s best: phrase)
6 ... have the network fixed ... 10 A (succeed in doing sth, gain an ability, meet = satisfy)
7 ... would like to find out ... 11 D (naturally gifted: collocation)
8 ... efficient at doing ... 12 C (no wonder: expression)
9 ... was prevented from going ... 13 D (explain sth to sb, be offered sth/offer sth to sb, be given sth/
give sth to sb)
8 a. Read out the two sentences and elicit how the 14 A (to lose interest: collocation)
sentences differ from Ss around the class. 15 D (to drop out: phrasal verb)
Answer Key
The sentences mean the same, but in the first sentence ‘exciting’
describes the performance, whereas in the second sentence
‘excited’ describes how we felt about the performance.

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Writing: Opinion (pp. 148-152) Suggested Answer Key

1 Go through the theory box. Read out the rubric and help Ss In conclusion, I firmly believe that the best way of spending the grant
to identify the key words and then elicit answers to the would be to build a sports centre, because this would greatly
questions. improve life for the young people in our town. I hope that the council
shares my opinion and decides to begin the project immediately.
Suggested Answer Key
Key words to be underlined: Your town; given grant; improve the 3 a. Read out the questions a-e and go through the plan.
recreational facilities for young people; either new sports centre or Elicit answers from around the class, then Ss complete
new entertainment complex; letter to the editor of local the plan.
newspaper; giving your opinion; how money should be spent and Answer Key
why
d, a, e, c, b
1 a letter
2 the editor and readers of my local newspaper Dear Sir/Madam,
3 formal, because it is to someone I do not know Introduction
4 I think that the money should be spent on a new sports centre. (Para 1) ñ What is your reason for writing?
5 a, b, e ñ What is your opinion?
6 a – The schools in the area do not have tennis courts or a Main Body
swimming pool, so a new sports centre would give young (Para 2) ñ What can you say in support of your opinion?
people access to these facilities. ñ What would the consequences/results be?
b – The cinema has a small screen and has neither a Dolby (Para 3) ñ What else can you say in support of your opinion?
sound system, nor facilities for showing the latest 3D ñ What is the reason/justification for this?
movies. An entertainment complex could provide a (Para 4) ñ What is the opposing viewpoint?
modern cinema and many other facilities too. ñ Why does this not change your opinion?
e – A new sports centre would provide positive and Conclusion
productive activities for young people to do in their spare (Para 5) ñ What is your opinion again?
time such as taking part in team sports and friendly ñ What do you hope the reader(s) will do?
competitions. Yours faithfully,
7 My reason for writing and my opinion on how the money (your full name)
should be spent.
8 In conclusion, I strongly believe that a new sports centre is the b. Read out the completed plan and ask Ss to compare it
most logical choice for what to spend the money on. It would to the model and answer the question.
be of the greatest benefit to the young people in our town. I Answer Key
hope the town council comes to the same conclusion and Yes.
starts work as soon as possible.
Yours faithfully, 4 a. Go through the list of linking words and phrases and
Peter Watkins write the table on the board. Elicit answers from Ss
around the class to complete the table. Ss copy the
2 a. Read out the sentences, then allow Ss some time to read completed table into their notebooks.
the model and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers
and ask them to justify their choices. Answer Key
Answer Key To list points: to begin with; to start with; lastly; firstly; finally
To add more points: furthermore; in addition; what is more;
1 D – it begins with “Firstly”, which is suitable for the first point moreover; also
of the letter. Also, the paragraph goes on to explain the To give examples/reasons: therefore; for instance; because; then;
benefits of having sports facilities in the town. in this way; this would mean that; such as; consequently; as a
2 B – It refers to the way playing sports can build character, and result; for example; since
the rest of the paragraph lists ways in which playing To introduce the opposing viewpoint: whilst; nevertheless; on the
sports can do this. other hand; however
3 E – It begins with “However”, which is a way of introducing a To conclude: all in all; to sum up; all things considered
contrasting viewpoint, and the paragraph is about how a
cinema would also be a good addition to the town, b. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to go through the
although not as good as a sports centre. model and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers around
the class.
b. Elicit answers to the question from Ss around the class.
Answer Key
Answer Key
Firstly – to begin with/to start with
Yes, the writer states his opinion clearly and supports it with Moreover – In addition/Furthermore/What is more
reasons. In addition – Moreover/Furthermore/What is more
What is more – Moreover/In addition/Furthermore
c. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ such as – for instance/for example
answers by asking individual Ss to read out their However – Nevertheless/On the other hand
conclusions. Nevertheless – On the other hand/However
To sum up – All in all/All things considered
as – because/since

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5 a. Read out the words in the list. Ss read the extracts and 1 a composition
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking 2 my teacher
individual Ss to read the completed extracts aloud. 3 formal/semi-formal because it is for a person in authority who
I know
Answer Key
4 I disagree.
1 I think 4 In my opinion 5 To start with, an education is more valuable than money.
2 That way 5 Firstly What is more, a good education often leads to financial
3 There’s no point 6 As a result success.
6 Knowledge of different subjects helps us in all aspects of life.
b. Read out the options and elicit answers to the question. Well-educated people have better employment prospects and
Establish that extract B is written in a more formal style earn higher wages than poorly educated people.
than A.
Answer Key 9 a. Allow Ss some time to read the two models and then
elicit which one is appropriate.
A – a friend of mine or a close relative
B – the editor of a magazine or newspaper readers or my teacher Answer Key
Model A is an appropriate answer.
6 a. Emphasise the importance of using the right style for
the target reader. Read out the items 1-5 and for each b. This exercise helps Ss to analyse what is good about
one elicit which of the items a-e it matches. model A and bad about model B. Go through the
Answer Key questions. Ask Ss to read the two models again and
then elicit answers around the class.
1 b 2 a 3 c 4 e 5 d
Answer Key
b. Explain the task. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ Model A has well-developed paragraphs, introduces the topic
answers by asking some Ss to read the completed clearly, uses a variety of linking words/phrases, uses topic
extracts aloud. sentences to introduce paragraphs, has appropriate supporting
Answer Key sentences, gives examples to support arguments and restates the
writer’s opinion.
I am writing with regard to a letter in your magazine about the
town council’s plans to build a new motorway in our area. I wish to Model B uses simple language patterns, restates the writer’s
express my disapproval of this proposal. opinion and uses everyday English.
Obviously, it is a disastrous plan. First of all, we would lose all
greenery in the area. c. Ss underline the topic sentences. Elicit suitable
I am writing in connection with the government’s plan to ban cars alternatives from around the class.
from the city centre. I am totally in favour of this idea.
Suggested Answer Key
7 a. Go through the expressions in the box and read out the Sentences to be underlined:
example. Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers First of all, education is the key to development. What is more, a
around the class. good education can help to achieve economic success. Of course,
there are people who argue that an education is not necessary in
Suggested Answer Key order to make lots of money.
2 I am of the opinion that the town council’s plan to introduce a Alternatives:
recycling scheme is a good idea. To begin with, having a good education enables us to develop, as
3 I am totally opposed to the plan to close down the zoo. people and as a society. In addition, a good education leads to
4 It seems to me that abolishing school uniforms is not a good financial rewards later in life. On the other hand, it is not
idea. uncommon for people with no real education to make a fortune.
5 I am in favour of providing free public transport.
d. Allow Ss some time to read the paragraphs 1-4 and
b. Read out the phrases in the box and the example. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.
complete the task. Check Ss’ answers around the class.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
Beginning: 4
2 e If a recycling scheme were introduced, the result would be Ending: 1
that we could conserve valuable resources.
3 c This would mean that children would not be able to learn 10 a. Ask Ss to identify which paragraph in model A from Ex. 9a
about wildlife. introduces the opposing view (the fourth paragraph). Go
4 a The reason is that students would feel pressure to be through the useful language box and read out the
fashionable. example. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by
5 d Then, there would be fewer cars on the street. asking Ss around the class to read out their sentences.
8 Read out the rubric and help Ss to identify the key words, Suggested Answer Key
then elicit answers to the questions. 2 Nonetheless, there are some drawbacks to being your own
Suggested Answer Key boss.
3 On the other hand, many people think that boys and girls
Key words to be underlined: composition; giving your opinion; should be educated separately.
Earning money is more important than getting a good education. 4 In contrast, there are some benefits to having zoos.

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B Key words to be underlined: newspaper article; what the B Dear Sir/Madam,

public can do to reduce the crime rate; write a letter to the I am writing in response to your recently published article.
editor of the newspaper; giving opinion and making I believe that ordinary people can do a lot to reduce the
suggestions amount of crime in our neighbourhood.
Firstly, Neighbourhood Watch schemes are a good way for
1 the editor and readers of the newspaper
members of the public to help reduce crime. People can report
2 a letter
suspicious characters to the police and keep an eye on
3 how the general public can reduce the crime rate in my
neighbours’ property while they are away. In this way,
town
criminals would be greatly discouraged from committing
4 formal/ semi-formal
crimes in residential areas.
5 I believe that ordinary people can do a lot to reduce the
In addition, I think that people should be encouraged to
amount of crime in our neighbourhood.
install burglar alarms in their homes. As a result, criminals
6 Neighbourhood Watch schemes are a good way for
would be deterred from breaking into houses.
members of the public to help reduce crime, and people
However, some people believe that crime prevention
should have burglar alarms.
should be left to the police. Whilst I feel strongly that crime
7 Some people believe that crime prevention should be left
prevention should not be the sole responsibility of the public, I
to the police.
feel that since we are the victims we should make an effort to
do what we can.
C Key words to be underlined: college magazine; Continuing
All in all, it is my opinion that there are things the public
your education beyond high school is essential in order to get
can do to fight crime, but they need to feel that the authorities
a good job; What do you think?; article giving your opinion
are working to protect them as well.
and explaining why you agree or disagree
Yours faithfully,
1 the editor/readers of the college magazine Timothy Hardcastle
2 an article
3 whether or not continuing your education beyond high C More education, better jobs
school is essential in order to get a good job Every year, millions of students decide to go to university after
4 semi-formal school to improve their job prospects. I strongly agree that
5 I strongly agree that further education is necessary in higher education is necessary, in order to secure a good career
order to secure a good career for a number of reasons. for a number of reasons.
6 In today’s competitive job market many employers will
Firstly, in today’s competitive job market many employers will
not consider hiring staff who do not possess a degree.
not consider hiring staff who do not possess a degree. People
7 Some people believe that experience is more valuable
without qualifications may find it extremely difficult to get
than qualifications.
anything more than an unskilled job.
13 When you are confident Ss can complete the task, assign it Furthermore, many higher education courses include work
as written HW. Before Ss hand in their pieces of writing, ask experience so that graduates have the qualifications and
them to go through the Checklist for Unit 8 at the back of experience required for a position. As a result, they can often
the book and check their answers against it. start higher up in a company.
Suggested Answer Key On the other hand, some people believe that experience is
A Today, many people believe that English is the most valuable more valuable than qualifications. However, this is often
foreign language to learn. I agree with this view for a number acquired from starting at the bottom and working your way
of reasons. up. With the right qualifications, prospective employees can
start from a higher position on the career ladder.
First of all, English is the language of business, computers and
the Internet. Therefore, it is an important part of daily and All things considered, it seems that for many jobs, having a
working life. People need to be able to understand English in college or university education is a huge advantage. After all, it
order to conduct business meetings, use the Internet and use a is better to be over-qualified than undereducated.
variety of computer software programs.
What is more, it is the second language in many countries
around the globe. Consequently, you can be sure that Self-Assessment Module 4
wherever you go, you will find someone who speaks English.
On the other hand, many people believe that other foreign
languages such as Spanish or French are more important to 1 Answer Key
learn. However, there are very few countries where most 1 on 8 having 15 have
people do not speak any English at all. 2 must 9 under 16 by
In conclusion, I believe that although there are valid reasons 3 by 10 make 17 out
for learning other foreign languages, English is by far the most 4 school 11 off 18 with
important language to learn in the modern world. After all, it is 5 over 12 attend 19 back
the language of the future. 6 resit 13 sense 20 in
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2 Answer Key B: What about another librarian? Do you think our library needs
1 A 3 A 5 A 7 C 9 D more staff?
2 A 4 A 6 B 8 A 10 C A: Well, it depends. Another librarian would be useful to help
people and keep the library books organised and so on, but a
3 Answer Key computerised library system would do the work of two or three
people and make things easier for the patrons and the staff.
1 ... is no point in calling ...
B: Yes, I think you’re right. So, we could spend the money on a
2 ... has not heard from Susan ...
computerised library system and what else?
3 ... are expected to be ...
A: A photocopier.
4 ... must have won ...
B: Yes.
5 ... to have their house decorated ...
11 Suggested Answer Key
4 Answer Key
Students A & B
1 amusing 3 characterise 5 enrich
1 A: I think all books will be electronic books in the future. They
2 fascinated 4 enclose
will save paper and take up less space.
B: I disagree. I think conventional books and electronic
5 Answer Key
books will exist side by side. Staring at a computer screen
1 the 3 lost 5 most strains the eyes and you can’t take an electronic book to
2 one 4 ✓ bed with you. I think people will still want to read paper
6 Suggested Answer Key books in the future.
1 Don’t worry! 4 I am sure you will be fine. 2 A: I enjoy reading a lot. I like to read mysteries and thrillers
2 I am so sorry! 5 Good for you! because I like a book that is hard to put down. I like to try
3 Congratulations! and solve the mystery before the hero does. What about
you?
7 Answer Key B: I enjoy reading, but I don’t read as much as I could
1 You’ll never believe 4 amazing because I am tired in the evenings after I have finished my
2 pulling my leg 5 nice of him homework. I do like to read romance novels, though. I just
3 wait till you hear love happy endings.
3 A: The last book I read was The Summons by John Grisham.
8 Answer Key I enjoyed it immensely. It was a very gripping novel. What
about you?
1 A 3 H 5 C
B: I recently read Quentins by Maeve Binchy. It was a lovely,
2 D 4 B 6 E
romantic story with of course, a happy ending.
9 Answer Key
12 Suggested Answer Key
1 C 3 B 5 A 7 C
There is a common belief that much of what is taught in Maths is
2 A 4 C 6 B
pointless. However, I believe that learning about other types of
maths at school is valuable and worthwhile for a number of
10 Suggested Answer Key
reasons.
Students A & B
A: I think the Internet would be a useful addition to the library. First of all, basic geometry can be useful in a number of everyday
You could search for a booklist from an author or use it to see situations. For example, when calculating areas and volumes a
when a book is due to be published. working knowledge of geometry is essential. When decorating a
B: That’s a good point, but I think a computerised library system room, for instance, it can be used to calculate the amount of paint
would do this much better and quicker because all the needed.
relevant information would be in one place. People wouldn’t What is more, simple algebra can also be helpful on many
have to search lots of sites for the information they want. occasions. The ability to calculate equations with an unknown
A: Yes, you’re right. What do you think about employing a factor is very useful. For example, it can be used for calculating
security guard? I think that is rather unnecessary, don’t you? journeys and the length of time they will take when travelling at a
B: Well, I can see how it may be useful when people study at the certain speed or the performance of your savings at a certain
library late at night. A security guard would make them feel interest rate over time.
safe and deter criminals from the car park and so on, but I
On the other hand, it is true that we use basic arithmetic in our
agree I think it is unnecessary in our town.
everyday lives more than any other type of maths. Also, most
A: I think separate reading rooms are a good idea, don’t you?
people will never use anything beyond the basics. Nevertheless,
That way, people would not get distracted by others.
this does not make other types of maths any less worthy of being
B: To be honest, I don’t see the point. The library is quiet anyway. I
learnt, as different situations call for different types of calculations.
think a photocopier is a very good idea. They are especially
useful for research and school work when people need to All in all, I believe that although arithmetic is the most widely used
collect lots of different pieces of information and study them. type of maths, other types should not be excluded from the
A: Yes, then they could copy the relevant parts to read at home classroom as they will come in very useful in different situations
and not have to take lots of books out of the library with them. later on.

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B: Do you think so? What worries me most is toxic waste because

Unit 9 – Planet Issues it could be dangerous for thousands of years to come. etc

Objectives 3 a. Explain the task. Explain that Speaker 1 is a woman,

Speaker 2 a man, and Speaker 3 a teenage girl. Play the
Vocabulary: environmental issues recording twice. Ss listen and complete the task. Check
Reading: gapped text (understanding text structure); Ss' answers.
multiple choice (reading for specific information)
Answer Key
Listening: multiple choice; blank-filling (listening for gist, 1 2 3
main points, detail, function, location, roles, relationships, A We recycle most of our household waste. ✗ ✗ ✓
intention, feeling, opinion and specific information) B Recycling is too expensive and time
Speaking: asking indirect questions; expressing ignorance/ consuming. ✓ ✗ ✗
uncertainty; expressing concern; expressing frustration C Governments should impose laws about
Use of English: word formation (prefixes); ‘key’ word recycling. ✗ ✗ ✓
transformations; open cloze; error correction D Recycling is the most important way of
Grammar: future forms; conditionals; mixed conditionals; saving the environment. ✗ ✗ ✓
wishes
Phrasal verbs: use up; give up; cut down on; end up with; b. Read out the question. Ask Ss around the class to give
throw away; wrap up; look out for; end up (related to food their answers with reasons.
and packaging)
Writing: reviews Suggested Answer Key
ñ I strongly agree with Speaker 3. Recycling is quick and cheap
and most importantly, it saves energy. To add to that, it
Lead-in (p. 159) reduces a lot of waste safely. The government should impose
laws about recycling because it plays the most important role
1 a. Ask Ss to describe the pictures, and elicit the meaning
in helping the environment.
of the title of the unit (environmental problems). Then go
through the items in the columns, explaining the ñ I agree with Speaker 2. I believe that recycling should be part of
meaning of any unknown vocabulary, and help students our lives, but I do not think that we should go as far as to
to match them and relate them to the pictures. impose laws.
Answer Key
4 Explain the task. Read the quotations aloud. Explain/Elicit
overuse of pesticides genetically modified (GM) foods what they mean. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers
climate change toxic waste around the class.
urban development solar/wind power
global warming recycling scheme Suggested Answer Key
ñ Human beings are responsible for the destruction of the
b. Explain the task and go through the useful language environment.
box. Ss work in pairs and use the useful language box to I agree, because it is well known that we cause pollution of the
complete the task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the air, land and sea. We cut down forests to build houses and
class. factories and are using up the world’s natural resources.
Suggested Answer Key ñ We will suffer from the pollution that we cause.
A: Do you have any idea what genetically modified foods are? I agree, because we may become ill if we eat food full of
B: I haven’t got a clue! chemicals, or if we live in a city with bad air pollution.

A: Do you know anything about global warming?

B: I might be wrong, but I think it is the rise in the temperature of Reading (pp. 160-161)
the planet.
1 a. Read out the title and ask Ss to look at the pictures.
A: Can you tell me what a recycling scheme is? Elicit an explanation of the title and descriptions of
B: I’m not sure, but I think it has to do with using paper and glass Antarctica from various Ss around the class.
again.
Suggested Answer Key
c. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss The title probably refers to the fact that Antarctica has preserved
around the class. evidence of the natural history of our planet.
Answer Key Antarctica is a very cold continent. It is covered with ice and
recycling scheme, solar/wind power enormous icebergs. There are penguins and seals living there. The
people in the picture might be explorers, scientists doing some kind
2 Explain the task. Allow Ss time to rank the issues and of research or they could be tourists.
compare their answers in pairs, then ask individual pairs to
report back to the class. b. Read out the list of words and explain/elicit the
meaning of any unknown words. Allow Ss time to
Suggested Answer Key complete the task in pairs, then check Ss’ answers.
A: I believe that the overuse of pesticides is the issue we need to
deal with first because they can be very dangerous to our
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Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

ñ scientists: Scientists work in the Antarctic doing research. ñ Antarctic secrets unveiled
ñ expeditions: There are expeditions to the Antarctic to explore ñ Environmental Journey to the White Continent
its secrets.
ñ global change: The Antarctic may give us an understanding of 4 a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task using their
global change. dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers.
ñ fossils: Fossils may be well preserved in Antarctica.
Answer Key
ñ climate change: Climate change may affect Antarctica,
causing ice to melt. expedition: scientific journey
ñ sea level: Ice melting in Antarctica may contribute to changes preserved: conserved
in sea level. evolved: developed
ñ environmental awareness: We may get to know more about sediment: residue, remains
our environment from research in Antarctica. currently: now
ñ fishing: Fishing in the Antarctic should be controlled. regulation: rule
breed: reproduce
2 a. Read out the questions and allow Ss time to discuss the commercial fishing: catching fish to sell for profit
questions in pairs. Ask individual pairs to report back to warning: caution
the class. Ss read the second paragraph of the article
and check their answers. b. Explain that the words from columns A and B match to
form collocations used in the text. Allow Ss a few
Suggested Answer Key minutes to match the words and find them in the text.
The people who live in Antarctica are probably scientists doing Check Ss’ answers and understanding of the
research. collocations. Then Ss make sentences. Check Ss’
answers by asking some Ss to read out their sentences.
b. Explain the task and ask Ss to read the sentences. Help
Answer Key
Ss with any unknown vocabulary if necessary. Do the
first item with Ss, then Ss complete the task in pairs. all year round (line 8) marine pollution (lines 42-43)
Check Ss’ answers. come to realise (line 10) major issues (lines 46-47)
global warming (line 25) sea level (line 47)
Suggested Answer Key crucial role (line 15) drive to extinction (line 30)
A something illegal in relation to waste ozone layer (line 24) severe measures (line 38)
B reason why the Antarctic is one of the most controlled regions ultimate challenge (line 5) environmental impact (line 40)
in the world, in terms of conservation and pollution strictly limited (lines 38-39)
C mention of hobbies in Antarctica
Suggested Answer Key
D what future studies have revealed so far
E mention of pollution in the Antarctic 1 I like swimming in the summer, but some people go swimming
F what other function it (Antarctica) has in the sea all year round.
G a group of people of another nationality 2 Severe measures should be taken to protect the environment.
H name of the approach 3 Sunbathing is more dangerous now because the ozone layer
is much thinner.
c. Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the text 4 Some rare species of animals may be driven to extinction if
and complete the task using their answers from Ex. 2b hunting is not stopped.
to help them. Check Ss' answers. 5 One cause of marine pollution is factory waste being pumped
into the sea. etc
Answer Key
1 D 3 H 5 A c. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’
2 B 4 E 6 F answers.
Answer Key
3 a. Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the text
again and complete the task. Check Ss' answers. be one of the causes of: contribute to
considers: takes account of
Answer Key has all the answers regarding: holds the key to
500,000 = the age of the ice kind: sort
1911 = the year the first people reached the South Pole were ahead of: beat
1960s = the year when people started to realise how important the damage: cause harm to
Antarctic is
27 = the number of countries that have sent scientists to the 5 a. Explain the task and allow Ss time to read the article
Antarctic once more and make notes. Check Ss’ answers around
10,000 = the number of years for which we have information on the class.
climate change
Suggested Answer Key
4 = the thickness of the ice sheet in kilometres
3.7 = how thick the layer of ice covering a lake is in kilometres ñ it has preserved valuable evidence of the natural history of our
planet
b. Explain the task and allow Ss some time to quickly read ñ fossils show how life evolved
the text again. Elicit answers from various Ss. ñ analysing sediment from different lakes makes it possible to
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ñ the ice sheet is a climate and pollution record for the last b. Explain the task and check Ss understand the problems
500,000 years listed. Play the recording twice. Ss complete the task.
ñ it provides information about what is happening to the ozone Check Ss’ answers by playing the recording again,
layer pausing after each speaker. Ask Ss to say which words/
ñ species are protected phrases helped them to deduce their answers.
ñ marine pollution is controlled
Answer Key
The Antarctic is a region of great importance due to the fact that it Speaker 1: F (plant, toxic, waste, explosion)
provides us with valuable information on the natural history of our Speaker 2: C (weather patterns, temperatures rise)
planet. Fossils are a sign of how life on Earth has evolved and Speaker 3: A (poisonous chemicals, mix with water, clouds,
sediment from different lakes enables us to learn about climate polluted rain)
change. Furthermore, the ice sheet is a climate and pollution Speaker 4: E (coal, oil, energy)
record for the last 500,000 years and the Antarctic gives us Speaker 5: B (eating, insecticides, pesticides, spray on fruit and
information about the ozone layer and global warming. The fact vegetables)
that a number of species are protected and marine pollution is
controlled adds to the importance of the Antarctic for the 2 a. Explain the task and read out the words in the list,
protection of our planet. explaining any that are unknown. Allow Ss time to
complete the task, then check Ss' answers.
b. Explain the task and allow Ss time to prepare their
answers. Ask individual Ss to describe their day in front Answer Key
of the class. 1 aware 6 bank
2 packaging 7 protection
Suggested Answer Key
3 farming 8 reserve, habitat
Today I was assigned the task of researching Antarctic animals. 4 energy forms 9 laws
First we set off to an island just two-thirds of a mile away. After 5 ecosystem 10 warnings
reaching the island my fellow scientists started making
observations and writing down important information. While they b. Read out the question. Ss complete the task in pairs.
recorded the data I randomly chose a penguin for my crew to test. Ask individual pairs to report back to the class.
The penguin was tagged and some measurements were taken.
Tracking devices were placed on the penguin’s back. The penguin Suggested Answer Key
will be tracked for weeks and perhaps months. After we were A: I think we should all grow our own fruit and vegetables.
finished we boarded the ship and headed out to sea to measure B: I think that’s a very good idea. We should all use environmentally
marine pollution. friendly products, too.
A: Yes, and I think we should all use bicycles as often as possible.
c. Tell Ss they will need to do some research using the B: Well, I don’t think that’s very practical. But I do think we should
Internet or encyclopaedias etc to find more information all water our plants and gardens with bath water.
about Roald Amundsen. Remind Ss of the date of the A: That’s a great idea!
Norwegian expedition (1911). Then, set the task as
written HW. Ask individual Ss to read out their diary 3 Explain the task and read out the example. Allow Ss time to
entries to the class in the next lesson. complete the task in pairs, then ask individual pairs to
report back to the class.
Suggested Answer Key
ñ We finally reached our goal, the South Pole, today. We are Suggested Answer Key
exhausted and cold but in good spirits. We have achieved A: The second report is about how the ozone layer over
what explorers have been trying to do for over a hundred Antarctica has become 10% smaller.
years. We put up the Norwegian flag to mark the spot and felt B: Yes ... perhaps the hole has shrunk because people are using
very proud. Obviously the British team have been delayed so fewer harmful products these days.
it’s a big day for Norway!
A: The third report is about the increase in numbers of humpback
ñ The icy wind is testing our endurance to the limits, but despite whales in the South Pacific.
the difficult conditions, we cannot fail to be amazed by the B: Yes ... perhaps the whales are able to breed because hunters
whole area. The ice sheet must be extremely thick and there are not allowed to kill them anymore.
are several huge lakes. The main inhabitants of the region are
A: The fourth report is probably about how the Australian
penguins – thousands of them. We also saw more seals today -
government are taking measures to preserve the Great Barrier
there are obviously many species breeding here.
Reef.
B: Yes ... perhaps the government have introduced laws to protect
the reef, or started conservation programmes to protect it.
Language Focus (pp. 162-163)
1 a. Explain the task and read out the words in the list. 4 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Allow Ss time to
Explain/Elicit the meaning of any unknown vocabulary. complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers, then ask Ss to
Elicit answers from Ss around the class. explain the difference between each set of words.
Answer Key Answer Key
A nuclear power C deforestation 1 destruction (= the act of destroying sth; devastation = severe
B endangered species D air pollution destruction)
2 damage (= unpleasant effects caused by sb/sth; (a) disaster =
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3 consequences (= results; effects = changes) Answer Key

4 resources (= valuable materials such as oil, coal, etc; sources = 1 toxic waste 4 short supply
where sth comes from) 2 take effect 5 environmentally friendly
5 famine (= large numbers of people suffering from starvation; 3 face extinction
starvation = extreme suffering caused by lack of food)
6 rubbish (= waste, litter; residue = a small amount of sth 7 Ss fill in the prepositions, then check their answers in
remaining after the rest of it has gone) Appendix 1 at the back of the book. Then Ss work in pairs
7 (toxic) waste (= (poisonous) used materials that are not and write sentences. Check Ss' answers by asking individual
wanted any more; sewage = dirty water) Ss to read out their sentences.
8 pollute (= to make water/air/land dirty/dangerous;
contaminate = to make sth dirty/harmful) Answer Key
9 deposit (= to place sth somewhere; discard = to throw sth 1 of 4 by 7 under 10 in
away) 2 in 5 of 8 from
10 decline (= reduction, downturn; lowering = to make sth lower) 3 under 6 to 9 in
11 natural (= related to nature; physical = related to the body,
Suggested Answer Key
shape/size of sth)
12 scheme (= plan; schedule = timetable) 1 We should not dispose of batteries with ordinary rubbish.
2 Animals that live in the wild enjoy a free and natural life.
5 a. Use the pictures to elicit ideas from Ss as to how we can 3 The levels of pollution in the area are under control.
be more ‘green’ (environmentally friendly) in relation to 4 The world’s climate is affected by global warming.
food (e.g. recycling packaging, eating less red meat, reusing 5 There is a lack of information about the long-term effects of
shopping bags, etc). Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete GM foods.
the task. Ss can check their answers in Appendix 2 at 6 Eating genetically modified food may be harmful to your health.
the back of the book. Check Ss' answers. Ss should 7 The ecosystem is under threat.
then memorise the phrasal verbs. 8 Many people suffer from asthma due to the high levels of
smog in big cities and towns.
Answer Key 9 Some rare species are in danger of extinction.
1 uses up: consumes 10 Many animals are not happy living in captivity.
2 give up: stop using
3 cutting down on: reducing
4 end up with: have as a result Listening & Speaking (pp. 164-165)
5 thrown away: got rid of
1 a. Explain the task. Point out that Ss will hear eight unrelated
6 wrapped up: covered
extracts and that there is one question related to each
7 look out for: be alert in order to find
one. Allow Ss some time to read through the questions
8 end up: finish
and in pairs discuss what key words and phrases they
expect to hear. Ask Ss to report back to the class.
b. Read out the questions and elicit answers from Ss
around the class. Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key 1 A major tourist attraction, a nice holiday resort
B profit, whale watching benefits
1 I could give up eating GM food.
C importance of whale preservation, protection
2 I could cut down on the use of my car.
3 I shouldn’t throw away paper bags. 2 A our demands, we are fed up with ...
B our earnings, it is difficult to work ...
6 a. Explain that words from columns A and B go together C the streets are ..., we are unable to drive ...
to form fixed phrases. Allow Ss time to complete the
3 A I am fuming, this is disgraceful
task. Check Ss' answers around the class, and elicit/
B I totally understand, we have to realise ...
explain the meaning of the phrases.
C I really don’t know what to ... / it is complicated ...
Answer Key 4 A leaflet/newspaper
take effect (= to produce intended results) B mayor, information about ...
toxic waste (= poisonous waste products from factories, etc) C timetable, facilities, sales
energy crisis (= the shortage of fossil fuels and alternarive sources
of energy) 5 A pollution, local residents’ complaints
short supply (= limited amount) B overcrowded, lack of green
environmentally friendly (= not harmful to the environment) C educational needs, build schools
genetically engineered (= sth that has been altered by changing 6 A on ... and on ..., both days
the genes) B only on ..., one day
make a difference (= have a big effect on sth) C on a daily basis, every single day
face extinction (= almost die out)
7 A my class, the students
‘genetically engineered’ can be used to complete the caption. B the committee, they take part
C my children, family
b. Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss then Ss complete
8 A I really can’t believe that, not sure
the task. Check Ss' answers.
B amazing result, enthusiastic
C I feel let down, it’s a pity

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b. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss complete recycling is a better way of helping the environment since it is
the task. Check Ss’ answers by playing the recording directly related to its protection and it has direct results on our lives.
again, pausing after each extract. Protesting can also bring about change as far as environmental
protection is concerned, but I think that if we work individually to
Answer Key
recycle and protect the environment, we will have better results.
1 C 3 A 5 A 7 A
2 A 4 B 6 B 8 B b. Read out the question and elicit answers from SBs
around the class.
2 a. Read out the rubric and invite Ss around the class to look
at the picture and say what they think the project is. Suggested Answer Key
Student B: I think the most important thing people could do is save
Suggested Answer Key
energy by always turning off electrical equipment after use, for
I think the Eden project is greenhouses or indoor botanical gardens example. Also, we should be very careful where we throw our
where rare plants may grow. rubbish. We should never throw litter on the ground or in the sea.

b. Explain what a biome is (a huge conservatory used to house c. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and remind them that SBs
and grow rare plants), then ask Ss around the class to must talk about similarities and differences between the
suggest reasons why the biomes have these names. pictures, not just describe them, and answer the second
Suggested Answer Key part of the question. Ss work in the same pairs; SBs are
allowed about one minute to complete the speaking
I think they take their names from the climatic conditions and the
task, while SAs listen and keep time. Go around the
kinds of plants that grow there.
class and monitor Ss’ performance, then ask individual
Ss to report back to the class.
c. Explain the task. Ask Ss to read through the gapped
text and guess what kind of information is missing. Elicit Suggested Answer Key
suggestions round the class. Remind Ss that the text Student B: In the first picture there is a man who is cutting down a
paraphrases what Ss will hear, but the information they huge tree, whereas in the second picture I can see a farmer using
need for the gaps is clearly given in the recording. pesticides to spray his field. Both of them contribute to damaging
Remind Ss that they should not write more than three the ecosystem. To begin with, cutting down trees, depending on
words in each gap. Play the recording twice. Ss listen the number, of course, may result in floods and in the extinction of
and fill in the gaps. Check Ss’ answers by playing the rare species. The use of pesticides, on the other hand, is very
recording again with pauses. dangerous for our health, and contaminates the land and the
Answer Key water as well. I think that pesticides cause more damage, because
chemicals poison the environment.
1 daily basis 5 waterfalls 9 charity
2 universal garden 6 rainfall 10 5 percent
d. Read out the question and elicit answers from SAs
3 in one day 7 West Africa
around the class.
4 huge greenhouse 8 dry and dusty
Suggested Answer Key
d. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss Student A: People harm the environment in many ways. Our cars
around the class. and machines contribute to the smog found in most big cities and
(Ss’ own answers) towns. Our seas are polluted not only by oil from big ships, but also
by the fact that we dump our rubbish at sea.
Suggested Answer Key
4 Explain the task. Play the recording. Ss listen and make
The importance of these projects lies in the fact that they are a
notes. Elicit answers from Ss around the class. Discuss Ss'
guarantee for the future protection of our environment.
answers.
3 a. Divide the class into pairs and each pair into Ss A and B. Answer Key
Ask all Ss to look at the pictures. Remind Ss that SAs ñ repeats ideas and language: B
must talk about similarities and differences between the ñ covers all points in the question: A, B
pictures, not just describe them, and also answer the ñ talks about one picture more than the other: B
second part of the question. Then SAs complete the ñ uses natural hesitation: A, B
speaking task. SBs listen to their partner and keep time, ñ uses rich vocabulary: A
making sure SAs talk for about one minute
uninterrupted. Go around the class and monitor Ss’ 5 a. Explain the task and ask two Ss to read out the
performance, then ask individual Ss to report back to dialogue. Elicit answers from Ss around the class.
the class.
Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key
ñ Oh, it’s just horrible!
Student A: In the first picture I can see a woman who is recycling ñ The very thought of it makes me sick.
some paper, whereas in the second picture, there are a number of
people who are demonstrating against something to do with the b. Go through the phrases in the useful language box and
environment. I suppose that both of the pictures involve people the situations. Ss work in pairs and complete the task.
who wish to help the environment in their own way. I’d say that Ask some pairs to act out their dialogues in front of the

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class. animals.
2 Read out the list of words and explain/elicit the meanings of
Suggested Answer Key
any unknown items. Elicit from Ss which words may be
ñ A: Did you know that most people in big cities use private found in the text, and how they might be connected with
cars to commute? the subject. Then allow Ss time to scan the text to check.
B: But that’s so irresponsible! And what’s the point? Public
transport is good these days. Suggested Answer Key
A: Mmmm. Does it get you down? I expect to find the words: extinction, preserve, conserve,
B: Yes, it does. technology, plants, botanist, storage, future and dried, frozen and
A: Well, maybe people will see sense, before it’s too late. stored. I don’t expect to find the words sea or museum in the text.
ñ A: Did you know that most businesses use paper that is not
3 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the text
recycled.
silently and complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
B: Oh, it’s just ridiculous! And what’s the point? It’s very easy
to get recycled paper nowadays. Answer Key
A: Mmmm. Does it worry you? 1 C (lines 7-9) 4 D (lines 30-37) 7 A (lines 72-79)
B: Yes, it does. 2 B (lines 18-19) 5 B (lines 45-49)
A: Well, maybe we can do something, before it’s too late. 3 A (lines 21-25) 6 A (lines 55-60)
ñ A: I read somewhere recently that almost all cosmetics
companies use animal testing. b. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss
B: Oh, it’s so cruel! And what’s the point? Many non-animal around the class.
tests could be used instead. Suggested Answer Key
A: Mmmm. Does it depress you?
B: Yes, it does. I can’t bear to think about it. a science magazine, newspaper

6 Explain the task and read out the expressions and the 4 a. Explain that the highlighted words refer back to
example. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss' information mentioned previously in the text. Do the
answers. first item with Ss. Then, allow Ss time to complete the
exercise. Check Ss' answers around the class.
Suggested Answer Key
Answer Key
ñ A: I believe we should all join an environmental group.
B: Why bother? such precious resources refers to the world’s remaining (270,000)
plant species
ñ A: You don’t eat organic food, do you? this aim refers to saving the seeds of over 24,000 species of plant
B: So what? life
ñ A: I am going to organise a protest about the closure of the these seeds (l. 37) refers to seeds from remote places
zoo. these seeds (l. 48) refers to the ones that cannot be dried and
B: That’ll make it worse. stored in seed banks in the usual way
we refers to scientists at the bank
ñ A: The government is not funding the recycling project this way refers to storing them and preserving them for the future
anymore.
B: What a shame! b. Ss explain the words in bold by giving examples or
synonyms. They may use their dictionaries if necessary.
Check Ss’ answers, then allow them time to write
Reading: Culture Clip (pp. 166-167) sentences. Ask various Ss to read out their sentences.
1 a. Explain the task. Read out the title of the text. Ask Ss to Answer Key
describe the pictures. Elicit answers from Ss as to how
extinct: died out, vanished
the pictures are related to the text.
advancing: growing
Suggested Answer Key estimate: calculate approximately
A: I think that the text must be about a method of preserving under threat: in danger, at risk
seeds from plants. The first picture shows a hand holding a housed: kept, stored
selection of seeds, and the second and third pictures show preserving: saving, protecting
buildings. These must be places where seeds are preserved. set up: establish
B: Yes, I think you’re right. The buildings must be science institutes negotiating: reaching an agreement after discussions
where people do research and the seeds must be kept there in sorted: organised, arranged
special containers. regenerate: grow again
conserve: protect
b. Allow Ss time to read the first and last paragraphs of the per year: every year
text and help them with any unknown vocabulary. Elicit developing world: poor countries with few industries
answers from Ss as to what they think the text is about. restore: re-establish
released: set free
Suggested Answer Key extracted: removed
I think that the text is about a process of collecting and storing diversity: variety
seeds in order to stop plant species from dying out. They will be
used for medical research, to produce more food in developing
countries, and for replanting in the natural habitats of endangered

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Suggested Answer Key Set the task as HW. Then ask individual pairs to present their
If measures are not taken, this species is going to be extinct soon. posters to the class in the next lesson.
Technology is advancing at an incredible rate.
She estimates that it will take her a couple of hours to complete
the test. English in Use (pp. 168-169)
Many animals species are under threat. 1 Revise future forms. Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference
The zoo houses a great number of endangered animals. section for more detail. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete
The scientists are doing their best to preserve the rare plant species. the task. Check Ss' answers.
The shelter was set up to look after stray animals.
Local businesses are negotiating with the council about the plans Answer Key
for the recycling factory. 1 d 3 f 5 c
The lists are sorted in alphabetical order. 2 b 4 a 6 e
Botanists are hoping to be able to regenerate the seeds soon.
If you use energy efficient light bulbs, this will help to conserve 2 Explain the task and check Ss’ understanding of the phrases
energy. given. Work through the example with Ss. Ss work in pairs
Two thousand requests per year are made for seeds to be used in and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.
research.
Answer Key
Famine and unemployment are major problems in the developing
world. 2 The Prime Minister is to deliver a speech on Monday.
The project is hoping to restore the natural habitat for local 3 The city is bound to / is certain to / is sure to introduce a new
wildlife. recycling project.
The owl was released to the wild after its wing had healed. 4 The corporation is about to face bankruptcy / is on the verge of
The chemicals, which are extracted from the flowers, are used in bankruptcy due to the toxic waste scandal.
medicine. 5 The volunteers are to / are bound to clean up the river within
There is a great diversity of plant life on our planet. the next six months.

5 Read out the questions and allow Ss time to discuss them in 3 Explain the task and read out the example. Ss work in pairs
pairs. Ask individual Ss to report back to the class. and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.

Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

ñ A: Do you think the Millennium Seed Bank Project is important? I hope more people will be environmentally aware in the future.
B: Yes, I do. It preserves seeds that are under threat of I’m afraid that many endangered animals will be extinct in the future.
extinction and so protects the ecosystem. Also, it I hope that more people will use solar power.
contributes a great deal in medical research and in the Environmentally speaking, I’m afraid that things will get worse
advancement of the developing world. before they get better.
I hope that everyone will stop wearing fur coats.
ñ A: Do you know of any endangered species in your country?
What is being done to protect them? 4 Revise conditionals. Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference
B: Karetta karetta is a kind of sea turtle, which is a protected section for more detail. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete
species on the island of Zante, Greece. There is a protection the task. Check Ss' answers.
centre which helps to facilitate the breeding of the sea-
turtle and to publicise the threat of extinction facing the Answer Key
sea-turtle and to make people conscious of the fact that we 1 or else 3 supposing
all are responsible for the destruction of the environment. 2 on condition that 4 But for

6 Explain the task. Allow Ss time to make notes in pairs, then 5 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs and
ask Ss around the class to talk about the Millenium Seed complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.
Bank.
Suggested Answer Key
Suggested Answer Key 1 There might be cleaner air if we start using solar energy.
ñ it prevents the loss of precious resources 2 If there wasn’t any pollution at all, the world would be a
ñ scientists collect rare seeds from all over the world and store beautiful place.
them 3 But for her help, I would never have passed the exam.
ñ seeds are sorted, separated, cleaned, dried, stored 4 If the factory hadn’t dumped waste into the sea, the fish would
ñ scientists hope to be able to regenerate seeds in their natural not have died.
environments 5 There wouldn’t be so many endangered species if we tried
ñ deals with requests from organisations to use the seeds for harder to protect them.
medical research 6 If we try to protect the environment, we will be able to make a
difference.
7 Explain the task. Write these points on the board as
suggestions for Ss to include on their posters. 6 Explain the task and read out the example. Ss work in pairs
ñ environmental protection and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.
ñ research in medicine
ñ social aspect / help the developing world Suggested Answer Key
ñ promote visit to the Bank 2 If I had known about it, I would have joined you.
ñ ask for volunteers 3 If everyone did the same, they’d be able to save more animals.
4 If I am not too busy, I will definitely come.
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7 Explain mixed conditionals. Refer Ss to the Grammar 5 ... are bound to oppose ...
Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 with Ss, then 6 ... could not remember anything ...
Ss complete the task. Check Ss' answers and make sure Ss 7 ... is likely to be ...
understand the time reference of each clause. 8 ... is supposed to be ...
9 ... at the age of ...
Answer Key
10 ... as long as you are ...
1 c 2 d 3 a 4 b
Suggested Answer Key 11 Ask Ss to read through the text quickly to get the gist.
Focus on the example. Elicit why in is the correct answer (in
1 If the company was more careful, it wouldn’t have
is used with the year when sth happened). Do item 1 with Ss.
contaminated the water.
Advise Ss to focus on whole sentences at a time, and to
2 If she had known about the protest, she would join the
look very carefully at the words before and after each gap
protestants.
to help them decide on the missing word. Ss work in pairs
3 If you were more environmentally aware, you would have
and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers on the board.
recycled paper and glass.
4 If the forest fire hadn’t been put out, many rare plants would Answer Key
disappear. 1 has 5 up 9 this 13 such
2 than 6 been 10 well 14 there
8 Explain the use of wishes. Refer Ss to the Grammar 3 the 7 in 11 also 15 them
Reference section for more detail. Work through the 4 variety 8 its 12 to 16 it
example with Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check Ss'
answers. 12 Ask Ss to look at the title, then skim the text to get the gist
Answer Key and say what it is about. Then tell Ss to read the first two
sentences more carefully and establish that the first line is
2 I wish / if only people were more concerned about the forests.
correct. Ask Ss to explain why them in the second line is an
3 I wish / if only people would stop using chemical sprays.
error (them is the wrong object of ‘start’ – ‘start’ refers to creating
4 I wish / if only people would start using bicycles more.
a habitat). Next focus on the third line (item 1) and elicit that
5 I wish / if only people would put their rubbish in a bin.
such is an error (because we use ‘like’ on its own to give an
6 I wish / if only governments would make it illegal.
example, or ‘such as’, but not ‘such’ and ‘like’ together). Remind Ss
7 I wish / if only animal protection organisations would make
that they should always look at whole sentences before
regular visits to the zoos.
focusing on each line, since some errors depend on the
grammar and meaning of the whole sentence and Ss might
9 Explain the task. Explain that prefixes go at the beginnings
mistakenly think they are correct in the smaller context of
of words to change the meaning. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss
the line. Ss complete the task individually or in pairs.
complete the exercise using their dictionaries if necessary.
Encourage Ss to reread the whole text afterwards to check
Check Ss' answers. As an extension, ask Ss to make
that it is correct. Check Ss’ answers, asking for justification
sentences using the words.
for each error found.
Answer Key
Answer Key
sleep – oversleep: wake up later than intended
1 such (we use ‘such as’ or ‘like’ not ‘such like’)
weigh – outweigh: be more important than sth else
2 ✓
populated – overpopulated/underpopulated: more/less populated
3 they (we do not need the noun and the pronoun in the same
than desirable
sentence)
put – output (noun): the amount produced
4 of (we use ‘a lot of’ or many’ not ‘many of’ without a pronoun)
input (noun): information received
5 ✓
protective – overprotective: more protective than is desirable
6 ✓
react – overreact: react more strongly than is appropriate
7 each (unnecessary determiner)
time – overtime: extra hours at work
8 be (we do not need the verb ‘be’ – ‘need’ is the verb in this
use – overuse/underuse: use more/less than desirable
sentence)
developed – overdeveloped/underdeveloped: more/less developed
9 ✓
than desirable
10 the (‘most’ is used as a determiner so the definite article is not
estimate – overestimate/underestimate: estimate sth to be larger/
needed)
smaller than it is
11 you (the passive ‘can be bought’ does not need a pronoun)
come – overcome: succeed in dealing with (a problem)
12 ✓
income (noun): money you earn
13 so (we use ‘so as’ + to-inf but not so + to-inf
outcome (noun): result
14 if (‘even’ is used as an adverb in this sentence so we do not use
‘if’)
10 Explain the task and point out that the second sentence
15 well (we use ‘so long as’ or ‘as well as’ not ‘so long as well’)
should have the same meaning as the first sentence.
Remind Ss that they must not change the word given. Do
item 1 with Ss. Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers.
Writing: Reviews (pp. 170-174)
Answer Key
1 a. Go through the theory box and explain any points Ss
1 ... are bound to appear ... have difficulty with. Read out the rubric and help Ss
2 ... unless she does ... underline the key words. Go through the questions and
3 ... spokesman is about to start ... elicit answers around the class.
4 ... unless you do something ...

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Suggested Answer Key b. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss
Key words to be underlined: school newspaper; review; film; around the class.
recently seen; related to the environment; brief summary of the Suggested Answer Key
plot; why you think it might interest other people
ñ dull/excellent/moving/terrible/superb/awful/fantastic/
1 fellow students/readers of the school newspaper fascinating/dreadful/hilarious/amusing script/screenplay
2 Items to be included: recommendation; the main points of the ñ dull/excellent/terrible/moving/superb/awful/fantastic/
plot; type of film / name of director; main characters / names dreadful acting
of actors; awards the film has won (if any) ñ superb/fantastic/dramatic/spectacular scenery
3 mainly present tenses ñ dull/fantastic/fascinating/entertaining/dramatic/ plot
ñ excellent/terrible/superb/awful/fantastic/dreadful/dramatic
b. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the article sound effects
and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. ñ dull/excellent/terrible/moving/superb/awful/fantastic/
fascinating/touching/dreadful/thrilling/hilarious/
Answer Key
entertaining/amusing/tragic/dramatic story
1 d 2 c 3 b 4 a ñ excellent/terrible/superb/awful/fantastic/dreadful cast
ñ moving/fascinating/touching/thrilling/tragic/hilarious/
c. Allow Ss some time to read the article again and answer dramatic end
the questions. Check Ss’ answers around the class. ñ dull/moving/fascinating/touching/thrilling/hilarious/
Answer Key amusing/starring/tragic/dramatic role
ñ dull/moving/fascinating/hilarious/amusing/tragic character
1 The writer gives a brief summary of the plot.
ñ dull/excellent/terrible/superb/awful/fantastic/dreadful/
2 Background information: what the story is about (a true story
thrilling/dramatic special effects
about one woman’s courageous fight to beat the system);
names of director, actors, and characters
c. Explain the task and read out the example. Ss complete
3 It is a positive review.
the task in pairs. Check Ss' answers by asking individual
Phrases used to recommend the film: moving and believable
pairs to read out their sentences.
performances; the directing is excellent; well worth seeing; It
will touch your heart; Don’t miss it! Suggested Answer Key
4 No, the end of the story is not revealed. It is worth watching for the dramatic scenery alone.
5 The writer has used: a variety of adjectives (e.g. courageous, The superb sound effects will have you looking over your shoulder.
sympathetic, emotional, moving, etc); complex sentences Thanks to the fantastic special effects, the action is totally
(time clauses, participle clauses and a relative clause); one believable.
abbreviation is used at the end (Don’t miss it!)
5 Explain the task and read out the example. Explain/Elicit the
2 Explain the task and go through the useful language box meaning of any unknown vocabulary. Ss complete the task.
with Ss. Allow Ss time to make sentences, then ask Check Ss' answers by asking individual Ss to read out their
individual Ss to read out their sentences. sentences.
Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
The film tells the story of a woman’s fight to beat the system. 2 a Tom Cruise stars in this fabulous box-office hit.
The film is directed by Steven Soderbergh. 3 e The film has an unexpected twist which will shock and
The film is a true story. amaze the audience.
The story begins when Erin Brockovich is left with no money and no 4 b I am reading a fast-paced novel at the moment.
job after a car accident. 5 f I prefer this cover version to the original.
The cast is excellent and give believable performances. 6 c She is supposed to be releasing her debut album next
month.
3 Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of any
unknown words. Do item 1 with Ss. Ss work in pairs and 6 a. Explain the task and go through the useful language
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers by asking box with Ss. Elicit answers from Ss around the class.
individual Ss to read out the correct sentences.
Answer Key
Answer Key
Positive: Don’t miss it. – It is well worth seeing. – It will change the
1 cast 6 box office hit way you see ... – It’s bound to be a box office hit. – I highly
2 characters 7 well-written recommend it. – It is a highly entertaining read. – It’s certainly at the
3 based on 8 plays the part top of my list. – Fans will no doubt be thrilled with this. – It’s a must. –
4 premiere 9 role I definitely recommend that you add this CD to your collection!
5 twist 10 tragic
Negative: I wouldn’t recommend it because ... – Wait until it comes
4 a. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss out on video. – It’s a bore to read. – Don’t bother with this one.
around the class.
b. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss
Answer Key around the class.
screenplay
Suggested Answer Key
The other nouns also refer to plays or books.
For a film: It is well worth seeing. – It’s bound to be a box office hit. –
Wait until it comes out on video.

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For a book: It is a highly entertaining read. – It’s a bore to read. c. Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the task
For a CD: I definitely recommend that you add this to your CD in pairs and compare their answers with another pair.
collection! Then, ask some pairs to present their answers to the
For all three: Don’t miss it. – It will change the way you see ... – I class.
highly recommend it. – It’s at the top of my list. – Fans will no doubt
Suggested Answer Key
be thrilled with this. – It’s a must. – I wouldn’t recommend it
because ... – Don’t bother with this one. Sting’s latest CD, Brand New Day, is really great. There are ten
tracks on it, and even though the main theme is about love, the
c. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss songs tell a different story.
around the class. The title track, Brand New Day, is also the name of the first single.
This song is really good and the way it’s put together is really
Suggested Answer Key
interesting. Desert Rose is the second single for the CD and it’s also
Don’t miss Minority Report starring Tom Cruise. It’s well worth great. The beginning of the song is sung in Arabic and then you
seeing. hear Sting’s voice. I really liked this song! The song After the Rain
You should get a copy of Chocolat. It’s a highly entertaining read. Has Fallen, is another song that I loved. The End of the Game has a
Fans will no doubt be thrilled with the new Eminem album. It’s a lot of different instruments like drums, keyboards and violins.
must! Sting is a man who has played almost everywhere in the world. If I
were you, I’d go out and buy this CD today!
7 Explain the task and allow Ss time to read the review and
complete the task. Read out the questions and elicit Alternative conclusion:
answers from Ss around the class. Sting is an amazingly talented artist with a worldwide reputation. I
thoroughly recommend this CD to all music lovers.
Answer Key
You could read such a review in a magazine or newspaper.
Order of paragraphs: D, A, C, B
D gives background information
9 Explain the task and do the first item with Ss. Ss complete
A is a summary of what the book is about
the exercise. Check Ss' answers by asking individual Ss to
C makes general comments
read out the amended paragraphs.
B contains the recommendation
Answer Key
The writer recommends the book by saying: ‘I highly recommend
Woman in the Mists.’ ‘It is beautifully written and will leave the The CD’s title track, A Beautiful Day, is a beautiful song about life
reader with a better understanding of this truly remarkable and hope. The arrangements are simple and effective. The catchy
woman.’ tune of Elevation, as well as the strong lyrics of Wild Honey, make
these songs very hard to forget.
Alternative recommendation
I thoroughly recommend Woman in the Mists. It is a very moving Suggested Answer Key
story and a highly interesting read. Fans will no doubt be thrilled with this album. I definitely
recommend that you add this CD to your collection!
8 a. Read out the rubric and help Ss underline the key words.
Read out the questions and elicit answers around the 10 Explain the task. Help Ss to underline the key words, then go
class. through the questions and elicit answers around the class.
Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key
Key words to be underlined: newspaper you work for; review; CD A Key words to be underlined: magazine; reviews; favourite
you like; description of some of the tracks; why you recommend it films; main points of the plot; general comments about
I should include information about the CD, some of the tracks and acting/directing; recommendation
why I recommend it. 1 a film review
The style should be semi-formal because it is for a newspaper. 2 the editor and readers of the magazine; semi-formal style
3 Introduction:
b. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the two name of film, type of film, names of characters/actors/
models and answer the questions, then check Ss' director
answers. Main body:
plot summary, general comments about acting and
Suggested Answer Key directing
Model A is clearly the better model. It is divided in paragraphs, it 4 Beginning:
uses a variety of adjectives (simple, effective, energetic, calming, Simone is a marvellous new film by the well-known
etc), has varied sentence structure (use of relative clauses, direct director, Andrew Niccol.
address, complex linking devices, etc) and gives reasons for its 5 Recommendation:
recommendation. This film will make you laugh out loud. Don’t miss it!
Model B, on the other hand, is not devided into paragraphs. It is too
B Key words to be underlined: teacher; review; book you have
informal (uses colloquialisms, short forms, etc) and relies too
recently read; school newspaper; brief details of the plot;
heavily on simple adjectives (good, great). It has simple sentences
recommend it or not
and simple linking devices (and, but). It also fails to give reasons for
its recommendation and is written in a very subjective way, 1 a book review
without offering much information. 2 readers of the school newspaper (fellow students); semi-
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3 Introduction: Like all the other Harry Potter books, this is a gripping read
name of book, type of book, names of characters/writer from beginning to end. There are times when you will be
Main body: holding your breath, not daring to breathe, as Harry faces
plot summary, general comments many dangerous situations. Rowling’s use of language is
4 Beginning: wonderful and the characters she creates are very realistic.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a stunning Fans will no doubt be thrilled with this book. For anyone who
new book by the best-selling writer, J K Rowling. has never read J K Rowling’s work, I highly recommend it.
5 Recommendation:
Fans will no doubt be thrilled with this book. For anyone who C Last month, The Wrecking Crew finally released their long-
has never read J K Rowling’s work, I highly recommend it. awaited new CD, Bricks and Mortar. There are ten tracks on the
CD, each one with its own unique sound.
C Key words to be underlined: Music Vibes Magazine; editor;
The CD's title track and first single, Four Walls, is an upbeat
review; CD that has just come out; brief details about the CD;
song about improving your life. The arrangements are simple
recommend it or not
and effective. The rich sound of On the Roof promises to be the
1 a CD review second single from the CD and is full of surprises. The gentle
2 readers of the magazine; semi-formal style introduction is played on acoustic guitar and is unlike
3 Introduction: anything you have ever heard before. Build It Up is an
name of CD, type of music, names of performers/ energetic song that tells listeners to be optimistic about life.
musicians You'll be humming this catchy tune long after you first hear it!
Main body: details about music/lyrics/individual tracks Open the Door is another great song and features a variety of
4 Beginning: musical instruments, including drums and electric guitars.
Last month, The Wrecking Crew finally released their long- Bricks and Mortar was well worth the two-year wait. I
awaited new CD, Bricks and Mortar. definitely recommend that you add this to your CD collection!
5 Recommendation:
Bricks and Mortar was well worth the two-year wait. I
definitely recommend that you add this to your CD
collection!
Unit 10 – Δhe Cycle of Life
11 Explain the task. Inform Ss that they can use the models on
p. 170 and p. 172 as well as Model A on p. 173 to help Objectives
them. Assign the task as written HW. Before Ss hand in
their pieces of writing, ask them to go through the Vocabulary: stages of life; healthy living; healthy eating
Checklist for Unit 9 at the back of the book and check their Reading: multiple choice (reading for detail); gapped text
answers against it. (understanding text structure)
Listening: multiple matching; multiple choice (listening for
Suggested Answer Key gist, main points, detail, specific information)
A Simone is a marvellous new film by the well-known director, Speaking: giving, accepting and rejecting advice
Andrew Niccol. Al Pacino plays Viktor Taransky, a movie Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; word formation;
producer who is tired of the demanding actresses he has to open cloze
work with. Catherine Keener plays his ex-wife, who is also the Grammar: defining/non-defining relative clauses; clauses of
head of the film studio. purpose; clauses of concession; question tags
Set in Hollywood, the story begins when the lead actress drops Phrasal verbs: do without; take up; put on; get over; put up
out of Taransky’s latest film. He decides to make a point by with; giving off; cut out; keep off; do with; live on (related to
replacing her with a computer-generated starlet called healthy living)
Simone. However, Simone is an instant success, and she is Writing: revision and extension
offered so much, including a major recording career, that he
cannot bear to admit his fraud to the world or to himself.
The film is full of tense moments as reporters try to find out
Lead-in (p. 175)
who Simone really is, and there are plenty of hilarious scenes 1 a. Read out the title. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and
as Taransky tries to convince the world that Simone is a real explain/elicit how these activities are related to the title.
person. The actors are fantastic and the directing is excellent.
Suggested Answer Key
This film will make you laugh out loud. Don’t miss it!
The title refers to our life cycle and the pictures relate to different
B Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a stunning new stages in our lives such as infancy, marriage, graduation, careers
book by the best-selling writer, J K Rowling. It is the fifth book in and old age.
the highly popular Harry Potter series, and the most exciting
and scary story so far. b. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and describe what each
This fascinating story begins as Harry Potter, student wizard, person is doing. Elicit how the pictures make them feel.
enters his fifth year at Hogwarts School. Some of the Suggested Answer Key
characters from earlier books return, including Professor Lupin I can see a baby being helped by an adult to take his/her first steps.
and Mad-Eye Moody. We learn several amazing things in this This picture gives me a warm feeling inside, as it shows a moment
book, including important facts about Harry’s mother and the which all parents wait for.
horrible Dursley family. We also learn why the evil Lord
Voldemort killed Harry’s parents.

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There is a young woman dressed in a graduation robe and holding ñ A: I think homework is relevant to people who are between 5
her degree certificate up in the air. This picture makes me feel and 12 and between 13 and 19, don’t you?
happy because the young woman must have worked hard and is B: Yes, because this is when children are in full-time education.
undoubtedly feeling very proud.
ñ A: I think learning to read is relevant to a person who is under
There is a young man dressed in a business suit smiling and giving
five, don’t you?
the ‘thumbs up’ sign. I feel pleased for the man in this picture, as he
B: Yes, because this is when children prepare to go to school.
has probably just got a promotion or made an important deal.
I can also see a couple who have just got married. The groom is ñ A: I think starting a family is relevant to a person who is over
helping the bride to get down from a carriage. They are both twenty, don’t you?
smiling and look very happy. I feel quite romantic when I look at this B: Yes, because this is when people usually settle down.
picture, as it shows a couple who are obviously very much in love. ñ A: I think university is relevant to a person who is between 13
There is also an elderly couple on the phone. They are both and 19, don’t you?
listening to the person on the other end of the phone and smiling. I B: Yes, because this is when people think about going into
feel a little sad when I see this picture, because this couple may be further education.
missing their children, who have clearly grown up and left home.
ñ A: I think looking for a job is relevant to a person who is 18 or
2 a. Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of any over.
unknown vocabulary. Ss complete the task in pairs. B: Yes, because this is when people usually look for a job.
Check Ss’ answers.
3 a. Explain the task. Ask Ss to read the seven statements
Answer Key and elicit which are about lifestyle problems and which
0-5: newborn, baby, infant, toddler are about solutions. Play the recording twice. Ss listen
5-12: child, school-age child, youngster and complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
13-19: adolescent, teenager, juvenile
Answer Key
20+: adult, grown-up, parent
40+: middle-aged person 1 Y 3 Y 5 N 7 Y
60+: elderly, senior citizen, pensioner 2 N 4 N 6 Y

b. Explain the task and explain/elicit the meaning of any b. Read out the question and allow Ss time to discuss in
unknown vocabulary. Ss complete the task in pairs. pairs. Then ask individual pairs to report back to the
Check Ss’ answers. class.

Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

ñ A: I think savings are relevant to a person who is over forty, healthy eating
don’t you? regular exercise
B: Yes, because this is when people need to start saving for financial security
their retirement. good relationships with friends, partners and family
pleasant daily environment
ñ A: I think retiring is relevant to a person who is over sixty, relaxation
don’t you?
B: Yes, because this is when people stop working. 4 Explain the task. Read the quotations aloud. Explain/Elicit
ñ A: I think temper tantrums are relevant to a person who is what they mean. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers
under five, don’t you? around the class.
B: Yes, because this is when children find it difficult to control
Suggested Answer Key
their emotions.
A: I agree with the first quotation because I feel that many people
ñ A: I think promotion is relevant to a person who is over nowadays are so concerned with making money and paying
twenty, don’t you? the bills that often they do not pay attention to the more
B: Yes, because this is when people start developing their important parts of our lives such as family, friendships and
career. living for the moment.
ñ A: I think stress is relevant to a person who is over twenty, B: Yes, but I think that the second quotation is also true, as we
don’t you? spend so much time planning ahead and looking to the future
B: Yes, because this is when people start having a lot of that life passes us by without us even noticing.
responsibility.
ñ A: I think learning to talk is relevant to a person who is under
five, don’t you? Reading (pp. 176-177)
B: Yes, because this is when children learn to communicate. 1 Read out the title and ask Ss to look at the pictures. Explain/
ñ A: I think learning to drive is relevant to a person who is 16 or Elicit how the pictures are related to the title.
over? Suggested Answer Key
B: Yes, because this is when people can apply for a driving
licence. The pictures show things which can lengthen or shorten your life.

ñ A: I think a pension is relevant to a person who is over sixty, 2 a. Explain the task and allow Ss time to discuss in pairs.
don’t you? Then ask individual pairs to report back to the class.
B: Yes, because this is when people retire from work.

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Suggested Answer Key consume: use/eat

A: I think yoga, exercising, taking vitamins and healthy eating centenarians: people who are 100 years old or older
help us to live longer. challenge: difficult task
B: I agree, but smoking, eating junk food and taking a lot of pills physical: of the body
do not. chronological: of age
biological: organic
b. Allow Ss time to skim the text and underline the health posture: standing/sitting position
issues mentioned.
5 Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the text
Suggested Answer Key again and complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
sports, diet, smoking, yoga, walking, fruit and vegetables
Answer Key
3 Explain the task and allow Ss some time to read the questions activity: 5/6/11; attitude: 1/3/4/9; intellect: 7; nutrition: 12/13;
and the text and complete the task. Check Ss' answers. Ask sociability: 10
Ss to give evidence for their answers from the text.
6 a. Read out the question and explain the task. Allow Ss
Suggested Answer Key time to complete the task, then ask individual Ss to
1 A with record numbers of fit, healthy people reaching the report back to the class.
age of 90 and over (lines 7-8)
Suggested Answer Key
2 A this seems to be a continuing trend (line 5)
3 C travelling ..., learning new skills, taking up different sports, A: I don’t eat enough fresh fruit and vegetables, so I probably
starting businesses (lines 16-18) don’t get all of the vitamins I need to be healthy.
4 B intake of fewer calories allowed mice to live up to 40% B: I’d be prepared to eat more healthily in order to improve my
longer (lines 26-27) health. I don’t get much exercise, as I spend most of the day
5 B we can ... do a lot to slow down biological ageing sitting at a desk. I’d like to find the time to exercise regularly,
(lines 42-43) but this thing is easier said than done.
6 D Improve your diet by eating smaller portions, especially at
night. (item 13 in the list) b. Read out the question and explain the task. Allow Ss
7 A How well we age ... is up to us. (introductory paragraph) time to complete the task, then ask individual Ss to
Our opinion of what is old ... tends to change with ... report back to the class.
higher levels of longevity. (lines 19-22) Suggested Answer Key
The most important advantage is that they can enjoy family life
4 a. Explain that the words match to form collocations used
and spend time with their children and grandchildren. Moreover,
in the text. Allow Ss a few minutes to match the words
they can be looked after by the young members of the family and
and find them in the text. Check Ss’ answers and
they can socialise with younger people which will enable them to
understanding of the collocations. Then Ss make
be more active and alert.
sentences. Check Ss’ answers by asking Ss to read out
their sentences.
7 Explain the task. Allow Ss time to complete the task, then
Suggested Answer Key ask individual Ss to report back to the class.
2 g I am changing to a healthier lifestyle in order to improve Suggested Answer Key
my energy levels. (line 7)
Take up some form of exercise.
3 a The greying population is becoming more and more
Keep socially active, especially with younger people.
energetic. (line 10)
Always use sunscreen in hot weather.
4 b Life expectancy in my country is very high due to healthy
Try to keep as mentally active as you can.
eating. (lines 2-3)
Don’t be pessimistic.
5 e Eating junk food speeds up the ageing process. (line 37)
6 c In Japan, there are record numbers of people over 100
years old. (line 7)
7 f Social circumstances can affect how long we live. (line 25)
Language Focus (pp. 178-179)
1 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to rank the items in the
b. Ss work in pairs and complete the task, working out the list and compare their answers in pairs, then ask some
meaning of the five words given from the context. Ss pairs to report back to the class.
may use their dictionaries to help them explain the
Suggested Answer Key
highlighted words. Check Ss’ answers.
1, 8, 5, 2, 4, 3, 7, 6
Answer Key
1 b 2 a 3 b 4 a 5 b b. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to complete the task and
compare their answers in pairs. Ask some pairs to report
Suggested Answer Key
back to the class.
generation: a period of time – usually 30 years
doubled: multiplied by two Suggested Answer Key
trend: general development, change A: For me, keeping to a healthy weight is most important for a
dramatically: very greatly healthy lifestyle.
longevity: long life B: You’re absolutely right. Maintaining a healthy weight is very
calories: units used to measure the energy value of food important for your well-being.
cancer: a disease which affects the cells in the body
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c. Read out the question and elicit answers from around 4 Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Allow Ss time to
the class. complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers, then ask Ss to
explain the differences between each set of words.
Suggested Answer Key
I eat plenty of healthy food and I go jogging every morning in order Answer Key
to keep fit. 1 helping (= a serving; plate = item of crockery we eat a meal off;
dish = particular type of food/meal, e.g. chicken casserole, beef
2 Explain the task and check Ss’ understanding of the words stew, etc; course = one part of a meal)
in the spidergram. Allow Ss time to complete the task, then 2 recipe (= written list of ingredients/instructions on how to
check Ss' answers around the class. make a dish; instructions = a list of points on how to do sth;
prescription = paper from doctor with medicine and dosage
Answer Key
given to a patient to give to the chemist; receipt = a piece of
well-balanced paper that shows proof of purchase of sth)
Suggested Answer Key 3 frozen (= hard due to very low temperature; freezing = in the
process of becoming frozen; cold = low temperature; icy =
She was quite well-off, with a good pension and a number of bank
covered with ice)
accounts.
4 course (= one part of a meal; starter = the first course of a
Lewis is tall, well-built and very attractive.
meal; appetiser = small light serving of food to increase the
We were amazed at how well-preserved the artefacts in the
appetite; dessert = sweet course served after the main course
museum were.
of a meal)
I was impressed by how well-mannered the children were.
5 sparkling (= carbonated; gassy = full of gas; flat = still/
Dave gave up a well-paid job to study at university.
uncarbonated; bubbly = full of bubbles)
Jane is always well-dressed and never looks scruffy.
6 wound (= cut in the skin; injury = damage to the body; pain =
He is very well-informed about nutrition and exercise.
feeling when you are hurt; ache = dull pain)
She is from a well-to-do family who have a great deal of property.
7 recover (= to recuperate; heal = get better; cure = remedy;
mend = repair)
3 a. Explain the task, go through the table and read out the
example. Allow Ss time to complete the task in pairs,
5 a. Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Allow Ss time to
then ask some pairs to report back to the class.
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers, then ask Ss
Suggested Answer Key to explain the meanings of the idioms.
ñ A: I think orange juice should be part of a student’s diet Answer Key
because it’s a high energy food and it’s rich in vitamin C.
1–f comes to life: becomes energetic
B: You’re right. I think students should also eat oily fish as it’s
2–a goes bad: goes off
high in calcium.
3–e killing time: doing sth to keep busy while waiting
ñ A: I think milk should be part of an old person’s diet because 4–b the time of your life: a great time
it’s a high energy food and it’s rich in calcium. 5–d couch potato: sb who constantly watches TV and does
B: You’re right. I think an old person should also eat chicken not take any exercise.
as it’s rich in protein. 6–c have a sweet tooth: like eating sweets
ñ A: I think fish should be part of the diet of somebody who’s
b. Explain the task. Ss complete the task, then compare
on a diet because it’s a high energy, low fat food.
their answers in pairs. Check Ss’ answers.
B: You’re right. I think that a person on a diet should also eat
cornflakes as they are high in carbohydrates and low in Answer Key
fat. couch potato

b. Explain the task, go through the table and read out the Suggested Answer Key
example. Elicit answers from Ss around the class. "A couch potato - who me?"
Suggested Answer Key
6 a. Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss work in
I can’t stand spicy food. pairs and complete the task. Ss can check their answers
I often eat savoury snacks at work. in Appendix 2 at the back of the book. Check Ss'
I always eat fruit and salads when I’m on diet. answers. Ss should then memorise the phrasal verbs.
I don’t really like fizzy drinks.
I only eat junk food on holiday. Answer Key
I love creamy sauces. 1 without 4 over 7 out 10 on
I never eat greasy foods. 2 up 5 with 8 off
I rarely eat sweets. 3 on 6 off 9 with
1 do without: manage without
c. Read out the questions and elicit answers from Ss
2 take up: start
around the class.
3 put on: gained (weight)
Suggested Answer Key 4 get over: recover from
I like eating vegetables. I eat them every day. I like to eat them fried 5 put up with: tolerate
or roasted. 6 giving off: releasing, emitting
I like eating steak. I eat it once or twice a month. I like to eat it 7 cut out: remove
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9 (could) do with: would like ñ A: I don’t think satellite and cable TV has changed our
10 live on: survive by eating one food /thing lives so much. It has just meant that there are more
channels available to watch and lots of shopping
b. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to complete the exercise. channels.
Invite individual Ss to show their pictures to the class. B: I disagree. I think they have brought better quality
programmes and more information and given us an
(Ss’ own answers)
insight into many different cultures through
informative documentaries and news programmes.
7 a. Explain the task. Ss fill in the prepositions, and check
Before we had satellite TV, we only saw the world
their answers in Appendix 1 at the back of the book.
through the eyes of our own media - now we can get
Check Ss’ answers, then Ss work in pairs to make
a broader perspective.
sentences. Ask individual Ss to read out their sentences.
Answer Key 2 ATMs, surveillance cameras, medical breakthroughs, e.g. laser
1 in 5 on 9 with surgery
2 out 6 to 10 from, to
3 under 7 from 3 A Communications – We will all have wrist phones.
4 to 8 to B The Economy – There will be a single world currency. There
will be no paper money or coins, only plastic money.
Suggested Answer Key C Travel – There will be passenger flights to the moon.
1 Mary was in good shape after going to the gym for six months. D Health – Cures for all diseases will be found.
2 These yogurts are out of date! E Entertainment – We will have digital cinema at home.
3 She was very good at keeping calm under pressure. F Shopping – All goods will be delivered to our door instantly.
4 I am addicted to chocolate.
5 Diane is going on a diet as she has put on a lot of weight lately. b. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss listen and
6 I can’t eat nuts because I am allergic to them. complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. Then play the
7 It will take six weeks for Jane to recover from her accident. recording again, pausing after each speaker, and
8 He must keep to a healthy weight to avoid getting ill again. eliciting details of the predictions described.
9 Sometimes it’s difficult to cope with the amount of work I have.
Answer Key
10 Sue lets her children eat sweets from time to time, but not
every day. 1 D (genetic code in medical records, specialised treatments
based on each patient’s genetic code, breakthroughs in
b. Explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete the treatment of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, self-
the task. Check Ss' answers. diagnosis using smart computers)
2 F (no poor quality products, more affordable prices, home
Answer Key delivery)
1 for 3 with 5 by 3 E (computer generated TV personalities, virtual pop stars)
2 under 4 of 6 for 4 C (faster trains and planes)
5 A (constant Internet access through wireless and
broadband connections, tiny voice-activated mobile
Listening & Speaking (pp. 180-181) phones fitting inside our ears)
1 a. Explain the task and read out the questions. Elicit
c. Explain the task and read out the questions. Allow Ss
answers from Ss around the class.
time to discuss in pairs, then ask individual pairs to
Suggested Answer Key report back to the class.
1 ñ A: The Internet has changed our lives by making a huge Suggested Answer Key
amount of information available to many people.
I think that, in the future, our genetic code will certainly be included
B: I agree. Before the Internet, people had to waste a lot
in our medical records. I also think that it is possible that all
of time and energy looking through encyclopaedias
groceries and other products will be delivered to the home. I am
and other reference books to find things out.
not sure if computer generated personalities will replace
C: Also, the Internet has brought us email which is much
celebrities, as we would miss reading celebrity gossip and
faster and more efficient than sending letters.
interviews. I think that rail travel and air travel will become faster,
ñ A: Cheap air travel has allowed more people to travel and I think it is also very likely that one day, we will be online all the
abroad more often. time, through mobile phones and other small gadgets.
B: Yes, air travel used to be a luxury for the rich. Now it is
available to anyone. 2 a. Explain the task and elicit answers to the questions from
Ss around the class.
ñ A: I think mobile phones have changed our lives because
they have made it easier to get in contact with people Suggested Answer Key
wherever they are. 1 ñ Some people think a gym is the place to show off your
B: Not only that, now mobiles can connect to the muscles.
Internet, play games and take photographs, too. ñ Aerobics is a popular form of exercise.
C: Yes, we don’t have to worry about finding a public ñ You should check out the facilities before you join.
phone that works anymore and with voicemail and ñ Many gyms also offer yoga classes.
missed call lists, people are reachable 24 hours a day. ñ Do not leave your valuables in the lockers.
ñ Many people join a gym in order to lose weight.

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ñ Take a friend for moral support and encouragement. 7 Go through the phrases in the useful language box and
ñ When you calculate the monthly cost, it can be expensive. read out the situations. Ss work in pairs and complete the
ñ There are often personal trainers available. task. Ask some pairs to act out their dialogues in front of
ñ Before you sign a contract, make sure there are no hidden the class.
extras.
Suggested Answer Key
ñ Life membership is not always economical.
A: Mary, I was wondering if you could help me out? I’ve been
2 2 What happens if you choose the wrong one? feeling really stiff after work lately.
4 What other costs are involved? B: Have you thought of joining a gym? That way you can unwind
5 Should we sign a contract? through exercise.
7 Why is it worth doing some research before joining a gym? A: I think I’ll take your advice. Thanks.

b. Explain the task. Play the recording twice. Ss complete A: Leo, I was wondering if you could help me out? I don’t know
the task. Check Ss’ answers and elicit evidence by what to do about my noisy neighbours.
playing the recording again, pausing after each piece of B: Have you tried talking to them about it?
information is given. A: That’s all very well for you to say, but they are very rude.

Answer Key A: Lisa, I was wondering if you could help me out? I don’t know
what to do about these terrible headaches I’ve been getting
1 B 3 C 5 B 7 C
lately. I’ve tried everything.
2 A 4 B 6 A
B: Have you tried alternative medicine?
A: That might work. Thanks.
c. Read out the questions and elicit answers from Ss
around the class. A: Mark, I was wondering if you could help me out? I don’t know
what to do about this awful backache.
Suggested Answer Key B: Why don’t you have a massage?
I am a member of a gym which I visit once or twice a week. I like A: I think I’ll take your advice. Thanks.
going to the aerobics classes there the most, because they are
good fun and they help me to keep fit. I least like having to change 8 Explain the task and elicit/explain the meaning of the
in the changing rooms, as they are very hot and stuffy. expressions. Ask two Ss to read out the example. Ss work in
pairs and complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
3 Explain the task and elicit what each picture shows. Ss work
in pairs and complete the speaking task. Go around the Suggested Answer Key
class and monitor Ss’ performance, then ask individual pairs 2 A: I’ve booked us on a cruise.
to report back to the class. B: This is the life!
3 A: I was sorry to hear the bad news.
Suggested Answer Key B: Life goes on.
See tapescript for Exercise 5 p. 181 in the S’s Book. 4 A: I can’t manage on my income.
B: Life is hard.
4 Read out the questions and elicit answers from different Ss 5 A: Can I borrow your new car?
around the class. Alternatively, Ss discuss the questions in B: Not on your life!
pairs.
Suggested Answer Key
Reading: Literature Corner (pp. 182-183)
See tapescript for Exercise 5 p. 181 in the S’s Book.
1 Explain the task and allow Ss time to read the text about
5 Explain that Ss will hear a model interview based on the Louisa May Alcott and help them with any unknown
tasks in Exercises 3 and 4. Ask Ss to listen and think about vocabulary if necessary. Read out the questions and elicit
what is good about the students’ performance in the areas answers from Ss around the class.
listed. (The model candidates use a good variety of grammar and Suggested Answer Key
vocabulary accurately and appropriately, they deal with all aspects
of the task thoroughly and complete it efficiently, their 1 When one parent is away from home, children miss their love
pronunciation is very good, they communicate their ideas and protection. If the father is away, the mother has to
successfully and fluently and interact well with each other during perform all the duties that he would have done such as
the discussion.) Then ask Ss to assess their classmates’ disciplining the children and bringing in a wage. If the father is
performance in these areas. Encourage Ss to be constructive a soldier in the war, the family is also worried about his safety.
in any criticism they make, and look for ways to improve 2 Life for young girls in the 19th century was probably harder
their performance. For more formal peer assessment, than today. They would have been expected to help their
photocopy the Peer Assessment Checklist at the back of the mothers with the housework and to look after the younger
Teacher’s Book. children. They probably spent their free time in ladylike
(Ss’ own answers) activities such as reading and needlework. In the past many
young girls were educated at home and were not allowed to
6 Explain the task and ask two Ss to read out the dialogue. socialise very much, especially not with boys or with people
Elicit answers from Ss around the class. from a different class.

Answer Key 2 a. Allow Ss time to read lines 1-12, then elicit answers
What you really need to do is … from Ss around the class.
Speaker A rejects the advice.

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Suggested Answer Key Suggested Answer Key

A: The experiment could be that the mother punished them by ñ I don’t either
giving them different household tasks to do. ñ make free time more enjoyable
B: Yes, or she may have left them alone for a week to see how ñ become easier – cope with them
they managed by themselves. ñ just wait and see
A: I think you may be right.
6 a. Read out the rubric and elicit answers from Ss around
b. Explain the task and focus on the example. Ask Ss to the class.
explain why sentence I fits in gap 0. Allow Ss some time
Suggested Answer Key
to read the text and the missing sentences silently and
complete the task. Check Ss' answers. It is partly based on the author’s own life. We can assume that she
shared some of the experiences of her characters and that the
Answer Key circumstances of the March girls were similar to her own.
1 G 3 A 5 D 7 E
2 B 4 H 6 C b. Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the task.
Ask individual Ss to give their answers with justifications.
3 Elicit from Ss around the class what helped them to match
Suggested Answer Key
the missing sentences.
Meg – kind – she offers to make shirts for her father
Suggested Answer Key Jo – dynamic, passionate, charming – she is brave and tries new
1 G The suggestion ‘suppose you learn cooking’ is followed by things, she speaks passionately and she has a personality which
the explanation ‘That’s a useful skill’, and ‘cooking’ links pleases others
with ‘dinner party’. Mother – clever, kind – she knows how to teach the girls important
2 B ‘She had had suspicions’ refers back to Meg’s question to lessons without being bad-tempered with them
her mother in the previous sentence. Beth – gentle, kind – she wants to please her mother
3 A The past tense ‘thought’ and use of first person ‘I’ fits in Amy – gentle, kind – she wants to please her mother
with the rest of that paragraph where the mother explains
why she went away, and a contrast is made between 7 a. Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the task
‘everyone thinks only of herself’ and ‘more pleasant to and compare their answers in pairs. Then ask some pairs
help one another’ in the next sentence. to report back to the class.
4 H ‘It’ in the next sentence refers to ‘work’, and sentence H
Suggested Answer Key
mentions the advantages of work.
5 D ‘sewing’ refers back to ‘make a set of shirts’, and ‘I can and The style of writing is semi-formal and uses language that is
I will’ refers back to Meg’s resolution. appropriate for the times. People talk differently today.
6 C The idea of ‘do my lessons’ and ‘not ... music and dolls’ is Extract: "I intend to do it right now"
continued in ‘studying not playing’ after the gap. Modern version: "I’m going to do it straight away"
7 E The mother’s advice ‘Don’t ... work like slaves’ is continued
in ‘Have regular hours for work and play’ in the next Extract: "Suppose you learn plain cooking?"
sentence. Modern version: "Why don’t you learn to cook simple meals?"
Extract: "the comfort of all depends on each doing her share
4 a. Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the faithfully"
exercise, working out meaning from context. Check Ss' Modern version: "We will all be more comfortable if we each do our
answers around the class. jobs properly."
Suggested Answer Key Extract: "Then let me advise you to take up your little burdens
duties: responsibilities again, for though they seem heavy sometimes, they are good for
inaudibly: silently us, and lighten as we learn to carry them."
recollection: memory Modern version: "Let’s all get on with our duties. They may seem
amiable: good-natured hard work sometimes, but they are good for us and the more we do
burdens: tasks them, the easier they get."
fussing: complaining Extract: "We’ll work like bees, and love it too, see if we don’t."
employing: using Modern version: "We’ll work really hard and it’ll be fun - just wait
and see!"
b. Explain the task and allow Ss time to quickly read the
text again and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers. Extract: "prove that you understand the worth of time by
employing it well"
Answer Key Modern version: "show that you know time is valuable by not
... as flowers turn toward the sun ... (lines 4-5) wasting it"
We’ll work like bees ... (line 37)
... work like slaves. (sentence E) b. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss
around the class.
5 Explain the task and allow Ss time to complete the exercise.
Suggested Answer Key
Encourage Ss to work out the meaning from the context.
Check Ss' answers around the class. I would recommend this novel as a fascinating story with
interesting characters that shows the reader what life was like
growing up in a small town in America in the 19th century.

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c. Read out the question and elicit answers from Ss 5 N The History Museum, which opened in 1973, recently
around the class. closed.
6 N Paris, where you can see the Eiffel Tower, is the capital of
Suggested Answer Key
France.
A lesson learnt. 7 N This book, which I borrowed from the library last week, is
very interesting.
8 a. Explain the task and elicit points to support the prompts 8 N I usually go on holiday in August, when the weather is
(e.g. setting: a room inside the house; people: Mrs March and nice and hot.
her daughters all sitting together; clothes: period clothes of the
1800s – long dresses). Allow Ss time to prepare a cover in 2 a. Quickly revise clauses of purpose. Refer Ss to the
pairs. Then ask some pairs to present their covers to the Grammar Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 with
class. Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
(Ss’ own answers) Answer Key
1 Lucy went to the bank in order to take out some money.
b. Explain the task and allow Ss time to prepare answers in
2 He was very quiet to avoid waking up the baby.
pairs. Then ask some pairs to present their ideas to the
3 Let’s take a packed lunch with us in case we get hungry.
class. Alternatively, ask Ss to do some research at home
4 We took a taxi so as not to be late.
to find out which actresses have actually played the
5 Rachel has hired more staff so that she can expand her
roles in a film version of the book.
business.
Suggested Answer Key 6 You should wear sunscreen in summer to prevent getting
Actresses: sunburnt.
Mother – Susan Sarandon
Meg – Trini Alvarado b. Explain the task and work through the example with Ss.
Jo – Winona Ryder Ss work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss'
Beth – Claire Danes answers.
Amy – Kirsten Dunst Suggested Answer Key
Setting 1 He’s taking sunscreen to avoid getting sunburnt.
A large house decorated in the style of the 1800s. 2 He is taking a camera in order to take some photos.
3 He is taking a straw hat so that he will not get heat stroke.
I would keep close to the novel, as I wouldn’t want people who
4 He is taking a money belt so that he will be able to carry his
loved the novel to be annoyed by the film – I would want to make
money with him.
the film as similar to the novel as possible.
5 He is taking a cooler in order to have cold drinks at the beach.
6 He is taking a lantern in case there is a power cut.
9 Explain the task and allow Ss time to prepare answers in
7 He is taking flippers so that he can go snorkelling.
pairs. Then ask individual pairs to present their ideas to the
class.
3 Quickly revise clauses of concession. Refer Ss to the
Suggested Answer Key Grammar Reference section for more detail. Work through
The life of the average girl today is very different to the lives of the the example with Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check Ss'
girls described in the text. For example, girls these days go to school answers.
and so are not in the house all day. Girls and boys have to help Suggested Answer Key
around the house as, in most families, both parents go out to work
1 Despite being almost ninety, he was still extremely fit.
and do not have much time to do household chores. Girls also
Even though he was almost ninety, he was still extremely fit.
leave home earlier these days, as they often go to university or get
He was almost ninety. However, he was still extremely fit.
jobs when they finish school, whereas the girls in the story will
2 The elderly tourists were not at all tired even though the coach
probably stay at home with their parents until they get married.
journey was long.
Although the coach journey was long, the elderly tourists were
not at all tired.
English in Use (pp. 184-185)
The coach journey was long. However, the elderly tourists were
1 Quickly revise relative clauses. Make sure Ss understand the not at all tired.
difference between defining (or identifying) and non- 3 Despite her long stay in hospital, she eventually recovered.
defining (or non-identifying) relative clauses. Refer Ss to the Although she spent a long time in hospital, she eventually
Grammar Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 with recovered.
Ss, then Ss complete the task. Check Ss' answers. Even though she spent a long time in hospital, she eventually
recovered.
Answer Key
4 Even though they were homeless, they refused to accept
1 D The restaurant where we had dinner served excellent financial aid.
food. Despite being homeless, they refused to accept financial aid.
2 N Lynne, who lives next door, is an actress. They were homeless. However, they refused to accept financial
3 D That’s the man whose car was stolen last week. aid.
4 N Amanda, who I knew at university, was on television the Although they were homeless, they refused to accept financial
other day. aid.

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4 Explain the task and point out that Ss should use both 8 Ask Ss to look at the title of the text and elicit/explain what
clauses of purpose and clauses of concession in their it means. (It asks whether we are old and incapable after we reach
exchanges. Work through the example with Ss. Ss work in the age of forty.) Then ask Ss to read through the text quickly
pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. to get the gist. Focus on the example. Elicit why so is the
correct answer (so is used with an auxiliary verb to show that a
Suggested Answer Key
statement made about one thing is also true of something else).
2 A: You should eat fresh vegetables in order to increase your Do item 1 with Ss. Advise Ss to focus on whole sentences at
vitamin intake. a time, and to look very carefully at the words before and
B: I know ... but, although I love salads, they are difficult to after each gap to help them decide on the missing word. Ss
find when I am not at home. work in pairs and complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers
3 A: You should be more active in order to stay fit and healthy. on the board.
B: I know ... but, although I want to take exercise, it is not
easy because I work till late. Answer Key
4 A: You should reduce your stress levels so that you become 1 down 6 from 11 as
more relaxed. 2 such 7 take 12 all
B: I know ... but, even though I try to keep calm, I face a lot of 3 of 8 their 13 which/that
pressure every day. 4 like 9 on 14 Is
5 their 10 for 15 or
5 Quickly revise question tags. Refer Ss to the Grammar
Reference section for more detail. Do item 1 with Ss, then
9 Ask Ss to look at the title and skim the text to get the gist
Ss complete the task. Check Ss' answers.
and say what the article is about (Food that can affect our
Answer Key mood). Explain/Elicit the meaning of any unfamiliar words in
1 aren’t you? 5 am I? capitals. Ss read the text and predict the forms of the
2 doesn’t she? 6 isn’t it? missing words. Ss complete the task, using their dictionaries
3 will you? 7 aren’t they? if necessary. Check Ss’ answers on the board, eliciting
4 shall we? 8 does he? spelling.
Answer Key
6 Explain the task and point out that the second sentence
should have the same meaning as the first sentence. 1 Hurried 6 dramatically
Remind Ss that they must not change the word given. Do 2 noticeable 7 transferring
item 1 with Ss. Elicit the grammar structure tested. Ss 3 depression 8 miraculous
complete the exercise. Check Ss' answers. 4 relationship 9 unfortunately
5 intake 10 rapidly
Answer Key
1 ... have not seen Steve for ... (present perfect + for)
2 ... is the same age as ... (the same + noun + as) Writing: Revision & Extension (pp. 186-190)
3 ... I were you, I would ... (type 2 conditional)
4 ... is unusual for Ann to ... (adj + for sb + to-inf) This writing section revises what Ss have learnt about different
5 ... wish I had remembered ... (wish + past perfect) types of writing in previous writing sections and gives them the
6 ... the exception of Mary ... (with the exception of) opportunity for further practice.
7 ... would rather visit Poland than ... (would rather ... than)
8 ... does this car belong to ... (sth belongs to sb) 1 Go through the theory box and explain any points Ss have
9 ... no point in asking for ... (no point in + -ing) difficulty with. Read out the rubric and help Ss underline the
10 ... it is difficult for me ... (be + adj + for sb + to) key words. Go through the questions and elicit answers
around the class.
7 Explain the task. Explain that suffixes can be added to the Suggested Answer Key
end of verbs and prefixes to the beginnings of verbs to form
Key words to be underlined: letter received from a pen friend;
nouns, adjectives and adverbs. Remind Ss that sometimes
family and I visit your country for a holiday; tell me a good place to
spelling changes are needed. Do the first item with Ss, then
visit; when is the best time to go; advice about sights; write letter;
Ss complete the exercise. Elicit Ss' answers and write them
giving information and advice
in a table on the board. Ss copy the completed table into
their notebooks. 1 a letter
2 I am a young person who has a pen friend from another
Answer Key country. I am writing to my pen friend.
Verb Noun Adjective Adverb 3 informal – because it’s to a friend
4 information about a good place to visit, about the best time to
admit admission admissible admittedly
go and advice about sights to see.
apply application, applicant applicable ––––––
5 Each subject will be in a separate paragraph.
collect collection, collector collective collectively
6 Thanks for your last letter and all your news. How nice that
create creator, creation creative creatively
you’re planning a trip to Mexico this summer!
employ employment, employer, employable ––––––
7 I’m sure you’re going to love Mexico! Let me know if there’s
employee
anything else you want to know.
promote promotion, promoter promotional ––––––
repeat repetition repetitive repetitively
2 Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the model and
answer the questions. Check Ss’ answers around the class.

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Suggested Answer Key 5 short forms – I’ve, I’m

1 yes colloquialisms/idioms – this will come in handy, to get by,
2 informal anyway, By the way, the same sort of thing, paid peanuts, let
3 decided to visit your country – going to visit Turkey me know, OK
tell me a good place to visit – recommend my favourite place/ irrelevant information – I’ve been to Spain a couple of times,
lovely/popular/beautiful etc the tourist job paid peanuts
the best time to go – the best time to visit
sights we should see – places of interest that you can visit 5 a. Explain the task. Help Ss to underline the key words,
4 Topic sentences: then elicit answers from Ss around the class about what
Thanks for your letter. information they should include in their letter.
If you want an enjoyable holiday on the beach, I would Suggested Answer Key
recommend my favourite place, Bodrum.
Key words to be underlined: you organise social events at your
The best time to visit is in spring or autumn.
college; Read the note from a student; college rules; write a letter to
There are many places of interest that you can visit.
the Head of the college asking permission to have a party; giving
Alternatives:
information; how it will be organised
It was great to hear from you.
In my opinion, Bodrum is the best place for a beach holiday.
b. Read out the questions and elicit answers around the
If I were you, I’d visit in the spring or the autumn.
class.
There are lots of interesting places to go.
5 Hi – how are you? It was great to hear from you and I am Suggested Answer Key
thrilled that you are coming to my country for a holiday this 1 a letter requesting permission
summer. 2 not very well
6 I hope I have given you all the information you need. Have a 3 Dear Mr Cox
great time! 4 formal style
5 to ask permission and to give information
3 Explain the task. Help Ss to underline the key words, then 6 date, time, place and reason for party,
go through the questions and elicit answers around the who is organising the food and drink and decorations,
class. assurance that the hall will be cleaned after the party and that
Suggested Answer Key there will be no noise after midnight
7 4
Key words to be underlined: advertisement; local newspaper;
8 Yours sincerely,
summer jobs for students; speak any foreign languages; know the
and my full name
local area well; like meeting people; information officers; letter of
application; why you are interested; when you will be available
6 Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the two
1 formal style – because I am writing to a person in authority models and answer the questions, then check Ss' answers.
2 c
Suggested Answer Key
3 a, b, c, f, g, h
4 Para 1 – reason for writing, where I saw the advertisement 1 Model A formal style – yes, it is appropriate
Para 2 – age, present occupation, languages, reason for Model B informal style – not appropriate for a letter to a
applying for the job person in authority
Para 3 – previous experience, 2 Model A – We would be grateful if you would allow us to hold
Para 4 – availability, contact information, closing remarks the party ...
Model B – Please can we have a party?
4 Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the two 3 Model A – in accordance with the college rules
models and answer the questions, then check Ss' answers. Model B – like it says in the college rules
4 Model A – yes
Suggested Answer Key Model B – no, because it is written in the wrong style and
1 Model A does not include reason for applying for the job or register and so Mr Cox may be annoyed or insulted
when the writer will be available.
Model B covers all the points. 7 Read out the rubric and help Ss underline the key words.
2 Model A – informal Read out the questions and elicit answers around the class.
Model B – formal
Suggested Answer Key
3 Model B because it has a polite tone and an appropriate style.
It covers all the points mentioned in the advertisement. Key words to be underlined: class project on technology; teacher;
4 absence of contracted forms – I am writing to apply for composition; Computers have changed our lives for the better;
use of passive voice – which was advertised agree or disagree; explaining your reasons
use of abstract nouns – would like the opportunity 1 a for-and-against composition
use of advanced vocabulary – I would appreciate the valuable 2 semi-formal – because it is an essay for my teacher
experience 3 I agree
use of formal linking words and phrases – since, which was 4 a false b true c true d true
avoidance of phrasal verbs and colloquialisms – This
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8 a. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the model 5 Introduction – The purpose of this report is to make
and make notes, then check Ss' answers. suggestions for restaurants in Newtown which would be
suitable for inclusion in the forthcoming brochure about
Suggested Answer Key
eating out in the town.
The model has some faults. Conclusion – I am confident that the places mentioned will
The style is mostly appropriate, but in places is too informal – e.g. ‘I appeal to any foreign visitor to Newtown and are therefore
think this is a good thing’, ‘move with the times’ , ‘So, we might as suitable for inclusion in the brochure.
well accept it!
The paragraphing is good, with points clearly divided into 10 a. Read out the rubric and help Ss underline the key
paragraphs. words. Read out the questions and elicit answers
The punctuation is mostly good, but there are some errors – e.g. around the class.
’because, our lives’
Spelling is good but there is an error – ‘simplier’. Suggested Answer Key
Content is mostly relevant but there is some irrelevant information – Key words to be underlined: short story competition; story must
e.g. ‘We have a number of computers in our school .......’. The begin; Even though we had a map, we were completely lost.
opposing viewpoint is not fully presented. Also phrasing from the
1 the competition judges
rubric has not been paraphrased – ‘our lives have changed for the
2 semi-formal – because it is appropriate for a story
better.
3 mainly past tenses (past simple, past continuous, past perfect)
4 being lost in a forest or in the mountains
b. Explain the task. Allow Ss time to read the model again
5 b, d, e, f, g,
and underline the linking words, then elicit alternatives
6 first person – it could involve myself and one or more friends or
from Ss around the class.
family members
Suggested Answer Key
though – however b. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the two
because – as models and make notes, then check Ss' answers.
first of all – to start with Suggested Answer Key
to – in order to
Model B is not suitable.
what is more – furthermore
It does not follow the instructions in the rubric. It ends with the
however – on the other hand
given sentence instead of beginning with it.
all in all – to sum up
It doesn’t use tenses correctly e.g. ‘We soon get tired’, ‘we had sat
so – therefore
down’, ‘we hear’, ‘we didn’t know which way is home’
It has incorrect punctuation e.g. no speech marks used with the
9 a. Read out the rubric and help Ss underline the key
direct speech.
words. Read out the questions and elicit answers
It uses inappropriate vocabulary e.g. ‘requested’, should be
around the class.
‘replied’, ‘all’ should be ‘everything’.
Suggested Answer Key It does not have an interesting plot.
Key words to be underlined: you work for a local tourist office; It does not use a variety of adjectives, only simple ones e.g. nice,
your manager; brochure about eating out in your town; write a hot, big.
report; suggesting restaurants; describe three places; explain why; The sentences are very short and simple, and there is a lack of
suitable for foreign visitors linking words.

1 a report making suggestions – to help my manager decide c. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read Model A
which restaurants to put in the brochure again and answer the questions, then check Ss' answers.
2 the manager of the tourist office
3 formal Answer Key
4 introduction – to introduce the topic 1 Information to be underlined: My friend Jane and I ... The
the names of three restaurants – as stated in the rubric thick undergrowth of the forest ... It would be dark soon
conclusion – to justify my recommendations 2 simple past; participles; future in the past; past perfect; past
continuous
b. Explain the task. Allow Ss some time to read the model 3 desperately; worried; full of happiness and excitement; feet
and make notes, then check Ss' answers. were sore; backs were aching; terribly hungry; beginning to
panic
Suggested Answer Key
4 Words to be circled: stumbled; thick; desperately; wonderful;
1 To: Mr James Scott (Manager) – A letter begins with a greeting, sore; aching; wailed; faint; hurried; clearer – These descriptive
such as Dear Mr Scott. adjectives/adverbs/verbs make the story more interesting and
2 The Leaping Fish – ideal for families, homecooked food, help to create suspense.
traditional local dishes
Yoko’s Sushi Bar – lively atmosphere, good food, offers 11 Explain the task. Help Ss to underline the key words, then
something unusual go through the questions and elicit answers around the
Chaplin’s Restaurant – high class, wide range of international class. Then assign one or two of the tasks as written HW.
dishes Before Ss hand in their pieces of writing ask them to
3 The report ends with a conclusion which justifies the choices exchange compositions with a partner and check their
made. partner’s work against the Checklist for Unit 10 at the back
4 Traditional Food, A Modern Restaurant, International Dishes of the book.

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Suggested Answer Key 8 Beginning:

A Key words to be underlined: advertisement; what is your Our planet is facing a crisis. The land, water and air is so
favourite type of music; why do you like it; short articles; polluted that if something is not done soon, the earth will
magazine no longer be a nice place to live. We can all do our bit to
help in the battle against pollution.
1 a short article Ending:
2 to write about my favourite type of music In conclusion, if we all do something now, we can make a
3 the editor and readers of the magazine difference. After all, as the saying goes, ‘many hands make
4 semi-formal style light work’.
5 1 My favourite type of music. 2. Why I like it.
6 Para 1 – introduction – My favourite type of music D Key words to be underlined: your friend; party; another friend;
Paras 2-3 the reasons why I like it ill; a letter to your friend; describing the party; include details
Para 4 conclusion – restate my opinion about the food; the guests and the music
7 Your favourite type of music – The music I find the most
enjoyable is ... 1 a letter
8 Beginning: 2 to tell my friend about the party
There are and always have been as many different types of 3 a friend of mine
music as there are shades of colours in the rainbow. 4 informal style
However, the music I find most enjoyable is classical 5 1 the food 2 the guests 3 the music
music. 6 paragraph 1– opening remarks
Ending: paragraphs 2–3 the food, the guests, the music
Overall, I believe that there is a piece of classical music to paragraph 4 closing remarks
appeal to everyone. It is timeless and can truly calm the 7 birthday party – party to celebrate his/her birthday, ill – not
savage beast. well, last weekend – last Saturday,
8 Beginning:
B Key words to be underlined: college magazine; suggest Dear Sam,
helpful tips for revising for exams; article; giving your I hope you’re feeling better. It was such a shame that you
suggestions weren’t well and missed Paul’s party. I thought I’d write
and tell you all about it.
1 an article Ending:
2 to suggest helpful tips for revising for exams Well, that’s all for now. Let’s get together soon.
3 the readers of the college magazine Love
4 semi-formal Anne
5 3 or 4 suggestions
6 Para 1 – introduction E Key words to be underlined: friend’s parents; planning to visit
Paras 2-4 – your suggestions and the reasons/examples your town/city; your friend, Paula; suggest a good hotel; her
Para 5 conclusion parents can stay; using your notes; why you recommend the
7 helpful tips – useful hints Ambassador Hotel; warn her about the bad points;
8 Beginning:
We all know that revision is very stressful and time- 1 a letter
consuming. However, there are a number of useful hints 2 to recommend a hotel to your friend’s parents
that you can bear in mind to make the task a lot easier. 3 my friend
Ending: 4 informal
All in all, if you bear these points in mind, you should be 5 good points (hotel, location, rooms, facilities), possible
able to learn and retain all the information you need to bad points (hotel, location, rooms, facilities), my
help you pass your exams. Good luck! recommendation
6 Para 1 – opening remarks, reason for writing
C Key words to be underlined: teacher; composition; Everybody Para 2 – good points about hotel, location, rooms, facilities
can do something to help reduce pollution; agree or disagree; Para 3 – possible bad points about hotel, location, rooms,
explaining your reasons facilities
Para 4 – closing remarks
1 a composition 7 planning to visit – thinking about coming, suggest a good
2 to give my opinion on the given statement hotel – one great hotel comes to mind, possible bad points –
3 my teacher potential drawbacks
4 semi-formal 8 Beginning:
5 2 or 3 points agreeing/disagreeing as well as the opposing Dear Paula,
view Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear all your news.
6 Para 1 – introduction I’m so glad your parents are planning to visit Clacton this
Paras 2-3 – points agreeing/ disagreeing summer.
Para 4 – the opposing viewpoint Ending:
Para 5 – conclusion I hope your parents have a great holiday. If you want to
7 Everybody can do something to help reduce pollution. – know anything else, just drop me a line.
We can all do our part to help in the battle against Best wishes,
pollution. Sarah

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A There are and always have been as many different types of D Dear Sam,
music as there are shades of colours in the rainbow. However, I hope you’re feeling better. It was such a shame that you
the music I find most enjoyable is classical music. weren’t well and missed Paul’s party. I thought I’d write and tell
you all about it.
Classical music never goes out of fashion. It is always popular,
We all met at Paul’s house at about seven o’clock. The
and it makes people from every generation experience a
place looked great – Paul had decorated it with balloons and
wonderful range of feelings and emotions.
streamers and there were coloured lights everywhere. He’d
Furthermore, classical music has a history and it is fascinating also hired a DJ, so there was fantastic music playing. The
to learn about the composers who created these pieces of atmosphere was brilliant.
music. By listening to and reading about classical music we Everyone was there (except you, of course) – all Paul’s
can learn about the lives and times of the great composers. friends from college and a few of his neighbours, plus his
Finally, classical music is great in every situation. For a brothers and his cousins. The house was full of people. We
romantic evening, Chopin is ideal. When I want to relax, I listen danced for hours, only stopping to try some of the delicious
to Mozart, and for a strong, heavy atmosphere, I choose food that Paul’s mum had made. There were sandwiches, pies,
Wagner. biscuits and a huge cake with coloured icing.
It’s such a pity that you couldn’t make it, but don’t worry –
Overall, I believe that there is a piece of classical music to Paul says he’s going to have another party soon! Well, that’s all
appeal to everyone. It is timeless and can truly calm the for now. Let’s get together soon.
savage beast. Love
Anne
B How to Revise Effectively!
We all know that revision is very stressful and time-consuming. E Dear Paula,
However, there are a number of useful hints that you can bear Thanks for your letter. It was great to hear all your news.
in mind to make the task a lot easier. I’m so glad that your parents are planning to visit Clacton this
First of all, make a revision timetable. List all the subjects that summer.
you have to revise and plan when you will study each topic. In If they want a good hotel to stay at, I’d recommend the
this way, you will not forget to revise anything and you will not Ambassador Hotel. It’s a lovely modern hotel in the centre of
panic. town and it’s near the train station. It’s comfortable and clean
and the rates are very reasonable. There’s a resturant and a bar
Secondly, take regular breaks. You may feel that you should and lounge where they can relax in the evenings.
study for as long as possible, but in actual fact, this is not the I should warn you, though, that they’ll have to check out
way to get the best results. You will take in far more early on the day they leave, as the hotel expects guests to
information if you take a break every twenty minutes. vacate their rooms by 8am. Also, being so near the station
Finally, eat healthily, get plenty of sleep, but have fun, too! Your may mean that it’s quite noisy. While the rooms are lovely, they
body and mind cannot function if you are stressed, so don’t have much of a view and there’s no pool at the hotel.
remember to get all the nutrients and all the sleep you need, as I hope your parents have a great holiday. If you want to
well as enjoying a few laughs. It’s good for you! know anything else, just drop me a line.
Best wishes,
All in all, if you bear these points in mind, you should be able to Sarah
learn and retain all the information you need to help you pass
your exams. Good luck!

C Our planet is facing a crisis. The land, water and air is so

Self-Assessment Module 5
polluted that if something is not done soon, the earth will no
longer be a nice place to live. We can all do our bit to help in
the battle against pollution.
1 Answer Key
First of all, we should all leave our cars at home and use public 1 warming 8 put 15 schemes
transport or bicycles to get around. Cars emit poisonous gases 2 in 9 else 16 Despite
and cause air pollution. This results in acid rain which destroys 3 make 10 unless 17 put
buildings and poisons rivers and lakes. 4 second 11 cut 18 where
Another way we can all help is to recycle our waste. This will 5 laws 12 couch 19 order
save on natural resources and will mean that there will be less 6 whose 13 waste 20 avoid
rubbish to be disposed of and our planet will be a cleaner 7 time 14 shall
place to live.
2 Answer Key
Finally, we should save energy by using less water, gas and
electricity. In this way, we use less fossil fuels, and so cause less 1 B 3 C 5 D 7 C 9 A
pollution and save our planet’s resources. 2 D 4 A 6 D 8 D 10 C

In conclusion, if we all do something now we can make a 3 Answer Key

difference. After all, as the saying goes, ‘many hands make
1 ... unless we leave ...
light work’.
2 ... would rather go on holiday ...
3 ... are bound to agree to ...
4 ... difficult for Sarah to come ...
5 ... as long as you promise ...

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4 Answer Key c. Suggested Answer Key

1 oversleep 3 overpopulated 5 underestimated Student B
2 application 4 employment Picture A shows a group of young people who are walking in
the countryside. Picture B also shows people in the
5 Answer Key countryside, but they are two older women. Both pictures
1 such 3 many 5 ✓ show friends. The teenagers in picture A look like they are on
2 ✓ 4 if holiday. Perhaps they are staying at a summer camp and are
taking a walk in the surrounding area on a Sunday afternoon.
6 Answer Key They don’t have any backpacks with them so it must be a short
walk. In contrast, the two women in picture B do have
1 a 2 b 3 a 4 a 5 b
backpacks so they are probably on a longer walk. They could
be on a walking holiday.
7 Suggested Answer Key
1 you know 3 bear to think about it 5 we can d. Suggested Answer Key
2 just horrible 4 Don’t
Student A
I think a good friend is someone who is always there for you.
8 Answer Key
They will listen to your problems and try to help. They will
1 D 4 A 7 D 10 C 13 B share the good times and the bad times with you. A good
2 C 5 A 8 B 11 A 14 D friend is someone you share a special bond with who respects,
3 B 6 B 9 C 12 C 15 A trusts and loves you and who you respect, trust and love in
return.
9 Answer Key
1 F 3 F 5 T 7 F 12 Suggested Answer Key
2 T 4 T 6 T Richard Peck’s A Long Way from Chicago, is the story of an elderly
Joey Dowdel recounting the summer holidays he and his sister,
10 Suggested Answer Key Mary Alice, had with their grandmother every year starting in 1929.
1 My favourite sport is swimming. I go swimming every week at
It is set during the years of the Great Depression in rural Illinois.
the local swimming pool.
Young Joey Dowdel takes us on a journey with his sister from
2 Yes, I enjoy travelling very much. I have visited many European
Chicago to visit his larger-than-life Grandma. Each chapter of the
countries and next year I would like to go to the USA.
book is a story and each short story describes the events of the
3 I would like to live in Britain because I am very interested in
visits with this grand woman. At first, Joey and his sister believe
British culture. I would like to live and work there because I
that spending time at Grandma Dowdel’s is a waste of time.
think there would be a lot of opportunities.
However, through the years, she teaches them the value of honesty,
4 I study English for two hours a day at school and I spend
friendship and living a simple life.
another hour at home in the evening doing my homework.
The main characters are very interesting and funny. The minor
11 a. Suggested Answer Key characters are often strange, but completely believable and typical
Student A of those that are found in a small country town. Richard Peck is a
Picture A shows a man getting out of his car on the street. He fantastic storyteller and weaves these characters into a series of
has been stopped by the police. Perhaps he drove through a stories set against a realistic Depression era landscape.
red light or he may have been speeding. Picture B, on the other This book will appeal to both young and old alike with its funny,
hand, shows a woman in a witness box in a courtroom being stories and wonderfully memorable characters. I highly recommend
questioned by a lawyer. She may be a witness or she may be a it.
defendant. Both situations would be very stressful because the
consequences of each person’s actions could be severe. The
man could be arrested, he may lose his licence or he may
receive a fine and a ticket. The woman could go to jail or could
be responsible for sending someone else to jail. I think the
courtroom situation in picture B is probably the most stressful
because it is a very serious situation with far-reaching
consequences.

b. Suggested Answer Key

Student B
I think that the laws should be very strict so that the
punishment fits the crime. In this way, criminals will think
twice before committing a crime and hopefully the world
would be a safer place.

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3 Answer Key
Further Practice Section
A 1 there 6 in 11 do/can
2 of 7 take 12 you
1 Answer Key 3 will 8 before 13 for
4 do 9 how 14 words
1 take 41 on 5 at 10 which/that 15 give/bring
2 actually 42 set
3 considerable 43 causes B 1 from 6 the 11 numbers
4 function 44 forgiven 2 except 7 who 12 were
5 all 45 Although 3 even 8 ago 13 had
6 opportunities 46 do 4 being 9 as 14 what
7 allow 47 time 5 of 10 to 15 in
8 increasingly 48 from
9 cruel 49 compete C 1 so 6 where/when 11 are
10 suffer 50 neglected 2 there/here 7 off/out 12 for
11 artificial 51 even if 3 which/that 8 along 13 in
12 experience 52 considerable 4 to 9 type/sort 14 enough
13 better 53 modern 5 read 10 or/and 15 feel/have
14 natural 54 slow
15 point 55 take up D 1 only 6 from 11 the/a
16 scenery 56 relatively 2 by 7 is 12 in
17 unique 57 all the time 3 there 8 to/for 13 of
18 succeeded 58 like 4 in 9 What 14 any
19 task 59 miss 5 been 10 example/instance 15 as/like
20 winding 60 lies
21 glimpse 61 allows E 1 what 6 which 11 though/however
22 view 62 doing 2 well 7 even 12 should
23 In addition to 63 gaining 3 has 8 more 13 fact
24 high 64 world 4 with 9 the 14 in
25 let 65 sure 5 for 10 will/may 15 ourselves
26 although 66 ancient
27 round 67 for F 1 after 6 this 11 be
28 sightseers 68 changed 2 to 7 from 12 but
29 on 69 whereas 3 than 8 course 13 away
30 fee 70 associated 4 there 9 being 14 all
31 particularly 71 above 5 be 10 from 15 wear
32 one 72 keen
33 blame 73 sight 4 Answer Key
34 turn 74 agreed
35 needs 75 just 1 is not tall enough
36 other 76 acceptable 2 enjoyed the performance apart from
37 satisfy 77 easily 3 was not as difficult as
38 to 78 advised 4 must have been hungry
39 even 79 major 5 is nothing left in the
40 own 80 audience 6 is included in the
7 not like Bill to be
8 was cancelled owing to the
2 Answer Key 9 gave me permission to
A 1 C 6 B 11 B 10 unusual for Peter to cancel
2 C 7 D 12 D 11 in case it gets
3 B 8 C 13 D 12 does not feel like going
4 A 9 C 14 B 13 the exception of Mike, everyone
5 A 10 D 15 D 14 is not being repainted
15 had difficulty in persuading
B 1 C 6 C 11 B 16 unlikely that there will be
2 A 7 D 12 C 17 is responsible for delivering
3 A 8 B 13 C 18 made a note of
4 D 9 C 14 B 19 have not heard from
5 C 10 B 15 A 20 cannot tell the difference
21 not leave until I have
C 1 C 6 A 11 A 22 object to me turning on
2 A 7 B 12 D 23 still waiting for
3 B 8 D 13 C 24 second time I have been
4 D 9 B 14 B 25 don’t you let me
5 C 10 C 15 C 26 good at
27 did nothing but study

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28 insisted on paying 31 to 55 have 79 on

29 she had not cheated in 32 made 56 at 80 back
30 prevented the plane from taking 33 of 57 to 81 from
31 does not feel like going 34 to 58 self 82 for
32 not like Kim to be 35 about 59 they 83 as
33 too icy (for him) to 36 is 60 they 84 by
34 much my watch cost 37 who 61 for 85 of
35 should have arrived 38 of 62 the 86 on
36 do not let her stay 39 before 63 was 87 much
37 be demolished as a result 40 it 64 them 88 so
38 is too heavy for me 41 day 65 up 89 as
39 to do better than 42 so 66 be 90 to
40 cannot have written 43 to 67 just 91 of
41 if I had seen 44 all 68 about 92 for
42 made us learn 45 which 69 of 93 much
43 going to be pulled down 46 for 70 will 94 that
44 carry out her 47 getting 71 the 95 too
45 did not deserve to be 48 hardly 72 which 96 that
46 mind not playing 49 from 73 enough 97 eat
47 told Sue not to open 50 it 74 to 98 such
48 is time we went 51 will 75 too 99 at
49 in case you feel 52 that 76 like 100 a
50 did not turn round until 53 to 77 am
51 in time to catch 54 of 78 also
52 takes pride in
53 the first time she has
6 Answer Key
54 seems that they are having
55 unless I finish work A 1 sale 6 it 11 is
56 hair is so long that 2 ✓ 7 will 12 does
57 was hardly anyone in 3 the 8 ✓ 13 ✓
58 have always looked up to 4 to 9 ✓ 14 are
59 is the only one/person she 5 many 10 such 15 ✓
60 wishes he had told
61 us a description of B 1 more 6 and 11 one
62 no doubt that Brian will 2 ✓ 7 have 12 ✓
63 cannot avoid being recognised 3 they 8 for 13 it
64 had several visitors when/while she 4 every 9 ✓ 14 ✓
65 everything apart from 5 ✓ 10 so 15 to
66 always have my groceries delivered
67 such an expensive stereo that C 1 ✓ 6 ✓ 11 about
68 is not easy for him 2 their 7 out 12 ✓
69 a discussion about what to 3 When 8 of 13 to
70 finished the lesson by playing 4 ✓ 9 ✓ 14 ✓
71 took place even though the 5 the 10 to 15 it
72 is supposed to be
73 no chance of being 7 Answer Key
74 is not far from where 1 effective 20 recently
75 is not big enough 2 carefully 21 enthusiastic
76 had trouble concentrating on 3 organisations 22 wealthy
77 wishes she had gone 4 majority 23 latest
78 taking care of my baby 5 cultural 24 solution
79 is a better swimmer than 6 knowledge 25 growth
80 blame me for your being 7 competition 26 encouragement
8 correspondence 27 normally
5 Answer Key 9 obligation 28 appearance
1 as 11 will 21 of 10 entertainment 29 comfortable
2 it 12 to 22 of 11 broaden 30 hopefully
3 so 13 the 23 in 12 closure 31 importance
4 up 14 it 24 the 13 unemployment 32 extremely
5 on 15 with 25 for 14 construction 33 lonely
6 why 16 to 26 back 15 shortly 34 ambitious
7 much 17 visited 27 it 16 announcement 35 journalist
8 who 18 for 28 to 17 advertising 36 decision
9 by 19 the 29 us 18 qualified 37 highly
10 of 20 being 30 up 19 intention 38 incredibly

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39 amusement 67 arrangements 95 enormously 102 argument

40 lucky 68 unexpected 96 information 103 industrial
41 happily 69 meeting 97 uncertain 104 residents
42 ability 70 variety 98 discovery 105 beautiful
43 concerned 71 Director 99 unexplored 106 unreasonable
44 improvement 72 inhabitants 100 investigation 107 responsibility
45 disapproval 73 impressive 101 differences 108 possibility
46 European 74 loss
47 unsuitable 75 unable
8 Answer Key
48 performance 76 advisable
49 misjudgement 77 preparation A 1 unnecessary 6 electrical
50 healthy 78 nervous 2 financial 7 ability
51 confusion 79 easily 3 national 8 possessions
52 action 80 useful 4 designer 9 organisation
53 unclear 81 generally 5 alternatives 10 freedom
54 relation 82 additional
55 countless 83 tendency B 1 tourism 6 Visitors
56 harmful 84 unhelpful 2 success 7 largely
57 agreement 85 existence 3 traditional 8 famous
58 choice 86 development 4 attractions 9 coastal
59 designer 87 amazingly 5 legendary 10 combination
60 qualifications 88 relatively
61 valuable 89 distance C 1 imaginary 6 restless
62 delivery 90 observation 2 feelings 7 peaceful
63 freedom 91 truth 3 carefully 8 security
64 decorations 92 friendship 4 decision 9 warmth
65 especially 93 unbelievably 5 consideration 10 advice
66 customer 94 reference

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Unit 1 – LETTERS

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you used an appropriate greeting and ending?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Does each paragraph begin with a topic sentence?
ñ Have you included your opening remarks and your reason for writing in the first
paragraph?
ñ Does the main body contain the information requested by the rubric?
ñ Have you summarised your points and/or mentioned future action and included your
closing remarks in the last paragraph?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
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Unit 2 – TRANSACTIONAL LETTERS

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style and tone appropriate for the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you used an appropriate greeting and ending?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Does each paragraph begin with a topic sentence?
ñ Have you included your opening remarks and your reason for writing in the first
paragraph?
ñ Does each main body paragraph deal with a separate topic?
ñ Have you summarised your points and/or mentioned future action and included your
closing remarks in the last paragraph?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you rephrased the information given in the rubric?
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
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Unit 3 – REPORTS

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Does each paragraph have a clear topic?
ñ Are there sub-headings?
ñ Is the reason for writing the report mentioned in the first paragraph?
ñ Does your conclusion summarise the main points?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
ñ Have you used appropriate language for making suggestions/recommendations?
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Unit 3 – LETTERS OF APPLICATION

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Does each paragraph have a clear topic?
ñ Does each paragraph begin with a topic sentence?
ñ Have you stated your reason for writing in the first paragraph?
ñ Have you mentioned the possibility of future communication in the last paragraph?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
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Unit 4 – MAKING SUGGESTIONS

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?
ñ Are your suggestions/recommendations practical?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader and task type?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Is the problem/situation mentioned in the first paragraph?
ñ Does the main body contain the information requested in the rubric?
ñ Are each of your suggestions/recommendations given in a separate paragraph along with
their reasons/expected results?
ñ Does your conclusion summarise the main points?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used appropriate language for making suggestions/recommendations?
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used conditional and hypothetical sentences?
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Unit 5 – FOR & AGAINST WRITING

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?
ñ Have you used any writing techniques to make the beginning/ending more interesting to
the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Does each paragraph begin with a topic sentence?
ñ Does the first paragraph introduce the topic?
ñ Is there at least one paragraph with the points for the issue and one with the points
against, each with supporting sentences?
ñ Have you summarised your points and/or given your opinion in the last paragraph?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
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Unit 6 – NARRATIVES (1)

Task
ñ Have you followed the instructions in the rubric?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?
ñ Have you used appropriate writing techniques to interest the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Have you given your story a catchy title?
ñ Do you set the scene in the introduction?
ñ Are the events in chronological order?
ñ Do you develop the story by describing events which lead up to a climax event?
ñ Have you included reactions/feelings/final comments in the conclusion?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes, quotation marks)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used appropriate past tenses?
ñ Have you used appropriate time words and phrases?
ñ Have you included a variety of adjectives and adverbs?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
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Unit 7 – NARRATIVES (2)

Task
ñ Have you followed the instructions in the rubric?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Have you used flashback narration?
ñ Have you included reactions/feelings/final comments in the conclusion?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes, quotation marks)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used appropriate past tenses?
ñ Have you used appropriate time words and phrases?
ñ Have you included a variety of descriptive vocabulary (adjectives, adverbs and verbs)?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you included some direct speech?
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Unit 8 – OPINION

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Is the topic introduced and your opinion stated clearly in the first paragraph?
ñ Does the main body contain the information requested in the rubric?
ñ Are each of your viewpoints given in a separate paragraph along with reasons/examples?
ñ Do you give the opposing viewpoint in a separate paragraph?
ñ Does the conclusion summarise/restate your opinion in different words?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used appropriate language for giving your opinion?
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
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Unit 9 – REVIEWS

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?

Layout
ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Have you given the background information in the first paragraph?
ñ Have you given details and general comments in the main body?
ñ Have you given your recommendation in the last paragraph?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used a variety of adjectives?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used mainly present tenses?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
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Unit 10 – REVISION & EXTENSION

Task
ñ Have you included all points mentioned in the rubric?
ñ Are all your points relevant?

Target Reader
ñ Is the style appropriate for the reader?

Layout & Organisation

ñ Is the layout appropriate for the task type?
ñ Have you organised your piece of writing into paragraphs?
ñ Does each paragraph have a clear topic?
ñ Does each paragraph begin with a topic sentence?

Accuracy
ñ Have you checked for spelling mistakes?
ñ Have you checked for grammatical errors (e.g. articles/pronouns/determiners, tenses &
verb forms, prepositions, subject-verb agreement)?
ñ Have you checked for punctuation errors (e.g. capital letters, commas, full stops,
apostrophes)?

Language Features
ñ Have you used a range of vocabulary?
ñ Have you used a variety of sentence patterns?
ñ Have you used appropriate linking words and phrases?
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Oral performance at FCE level is assessed according to four

different criteria.

1 Grammar and Vocabulary

ñ The ability to use a variety of different grammatical structures and to
produce them correctly.
ñ The ability to use a variety of vocabulary appropriately.

2 Discourse Management
ñ The ability to connect ideas using linking words.
ñ The ability to organise ideas and produce a contribution of suitable
length.

3 Pronunciation
The ability to pronounce individual sounds clearly and to use stress and
intonation patterns to highlight meaning.

4 Interactive Communication
ñ The ability to speak fluently without frequent pauses to search for
words.
ñ The ability to communicate ideas and take part in a discussion with a
partner.

Peer Assessment Checklist – Upper Intermediate

WEAK GOOD VERY GOOD

Grammar and Vocabulary
ñ use of grammar
ñ use of vocabulary
Discourse Management
ñ linking
ñ length of contribution
Pronunciation
ñ sounds
ñ stress and intonation
Interactive Communication
ñ fluency
ñ communication of ideas
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Unit 1 – Crossing Barriers
1 hold the line 4 come in contact with
1 Suggested Answer Key 2 lost contact with 5 get hold of
3 out of touch with
The person in picture B seems to be in an office and is sending a fax
message.
8 Answer Key
The girl in picture C is talking to someone on her mobile phone. It
might be a close friend as she looks pleased to hear from them. 1 A 3 B 5 D 7 A
The girl in picture D is reading a letter and, judging from her 2 C 4 B 6 C 8 B
expression, the letter could possibly be from someone close.
The girl in picture E seems to be communicating through e-mail or 9 Answer Key
chatting with someone on-line. 1 several 3 enough 5 too 7 up
2 so 4 not 6 me 8 the
2 Suggested Answer Key
1 I could tell he was a native speaker by his pronunciation . 10 Answer Key
2 She still has a regional accent even though she has lived A: Why don’t we go to Oslo?
abroad for twenty years! B: I don’t like that idea. It’s too cold.
3 German is her mother tongue, but she’s also fluent in English. A: We could go to Athens then. It’ll certainly be warm enough there.
4 I’m tired of all this small talk! Can’t we talk about something
a little more interesting? 11 Answer Key
5 I’m not really sure which is his first language, but I know he 1 had forgotten everything about
was born in Germany and brought up in France. 2 of the students / student was happy
3 information was given out on
3 Suggested Answer Key 4 as many people went to
2 This article is obviously about how easy and convenient 5 want students to be allowed/want them to allow students
sending text messages can be, no matter where you happen to 6 all rooms have
be at the time. 7 he replies to every letter
3 Here the writer possibly discusses how more economical email 8 sum of money was given
systems are in comparison to fax machines./expensive fax 9 he was professional enough
machines are compared to email. 10 not a drop of rain
4 In this article about letter-writing and the use of postal
services, the focus seems to be on how much more personal it 12 Answer Key
is to send letters in your own handwriting and perhaps shows 1 answer 5 the 8 with
a greater level of respect. 2 make 6 too 9 few
5 This article no doubt concerns the fact that although we have 3 through 7 get 10 mother
such modern forms of communication, they can still be 4 none/neither
inefficient and unreliable as they can break down, leaving us
high and dry! 13 Answer Key
1 D 3 A 5 A 7 C
4 Answer Key
2 B 4 D 6 A 8 B
1 Why do you keep yawning?
2 Why is he whistling? 14 Answer Key
3 Why do you keep whispering?
1 consumers 5 unemployment 8 currencies
4 Why is he yelling?
2 comparisons 6 easily 9 Third
5 Why are they giggling?
3 finally 7 economic 10 expensive
6 Why is she crying?
4 reductions
5 a. Answer Key
15 Answer Key
1 tell 3 say 5 speak
1 D 4 B 7 C 10 B 13 A
2 talk 4 talk 6 tell
2 A 5 B 8 A 11 B 14 C
3 C 6 D 9 B 12 A 15 C
b. Suggested Answer Key
2 Oh, they talked non-stop, as usual! 16 a. Suggested Answers Key
3 Yes, she always speaks her mind, doesn’t she?
It means that gestures are an important part of communication,
4 I know. He never stops talking business!
especially in helping people express their feelings and emotions. I
5 I’m not sure I can tell the difference!
agree that they are an essential part of communication, as they
6 You get used to it! He’s been telling me what to do since I
add ‘colour’ and ‘life’ to communication.
started working there!
b. (Ss’ own answers)
6 Answer Key
1 b 3 a 5 b 7 b
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c. Answer Key is/ isn’t useful, economical etc. She could also have asked for
Example situations where gestures might be used: the other candidate’s ideas rather than simply giving her own
calling over a waiter / parents teaching children / street mime / opinion. Generally speaking, in the two-way collaborative task,
children playing in park / policeman directing traffic candidates need to work together and contribute equally to the
conversation by agreeing, disagreeing, adding ideas and
17 a. Answer Key reacting in some way to each other’s statements and opinions,
as well as showing interest in each other’s opinions.
this everyday situation: being in a lift with other people (l. 23)
two drivers arguing: drivers of all ages and types (l. 35)
22 a. Answer Key
that figure: 60% of all communication (l. 43)
they: gestures (l. 54) The phrases ‘Thanks a million! I owe you one.’ and ‘Don’t
For example: be aware of signs and customs in order not to mention it.’ can be replaced with any other phrases from the
offend others (l. 14) ‘Thanking’ box, while the phrases ‘Thanks a lot.’ and ‘No
It: one particular gesture (line 65), the smile (l. 74) problem.’ can be replaced by any other phrases from the
With such a high figure: 60% of all communication (l. 43) ‘Responding to thanks’ box.
This: to respect, learn and understand more about the power
of this silent language (l. 8) b. Suggested Answer Key
1 A: I lent my dictionary to a friend of mine who’s gone
b. Answer Key away for the weekend and I desperately need it!
1 E 3 B 5 D B: I can lend you mine if you like.
2 A 4 G 6 F/C - distractor A: Oh, I really appreciate that.
B: Don’t mention it.
18 (Ss’ own answers) 2 A: What am I going to do now? Our fax isn’t working and
the boss has asked me to send off this important
19 a. (Ss’ own answers) document!
B: Well, why don’t you come and use the one in my office?
b. Suggested Answer Key A: Thanks a million. That’s very good of you.
Words related to body language: body sign, rude, yawn, to B: You’re welcome.
blow one’s nose, to lean against something, face, look,
shoulders, eye contact, arms flying, to show, fingers pointing, 23 Answer Key
to indicate, heads shaking, nonverbal communication, to get A Dear Sir/Madam, / Yours faithfully, (full name)
a message across, system of communication, movement. B Dear Sarah, / Lots of love, (first name)

20 a. Answer Key 24 a. Answer Key

A pen-pals / in contact with
1 C 2 E 3 A 4 D 5 B
B junk mail / get rid of
C no point / useless *
b. Answer Key
D panicked / deep end
E more convenient / faster Rubric A: 4 /D Rubric B: 1/ C
F in two minds / filtering system
* C distractor 25 a. Answer Key
1 GA 3 N 5 I 7 I 9 N
b. Answer Key
2 A 4 AA 6 A 8 GA 10 A
1 B 2 D 3 A 4 F 5 E
b. Answer Key
c. (Ss’ own answers)
Opening remarks: 2, 3, 5, 8, 9
Closing remarks: 1, 4, 6, 7, 10
21 a./b. See Tapescript Section – Unit 1, Ex. 21.
Means of communication shown in the pictures: mobile Suggested Answer Key
phone, telephone, fax machine, mail (letters), computer 1 It was great to hear from you again after so long and of
(e-mail). course I’d be thrilled to help you out when you move to
(Ss’ own answers) this area. (beginning)
2 Once again, please accept my apologies for the problems
c. Answer Key that arose at the weekend. (ending)
ñ uses interesting language to ask for the other candidate’s 3 So, now you know the full story! I’ll let you pass the info on
opinion B to the others. (ending)
ñ does not ask for the other’s opinion A 4 You’ll never guess what’s happened and how desperate I
ñ disagrees politely B am for your advice! (beginning)
ñ does not always justify his/her opinion B 5 So, hope to see you there on Saturday evening. (ending)
6 I am writing to express my most sincere apologies for not
d. Suggested Answer Key contacting you sooner. (beginning)
7 This is to remind you that it’s our tenth wedding
The weaker candidate (A) could have improved his/her anniversary next Friday and we’re organising a small get-
performance by expanding and justifying her responses, e.g. by together. (beginning)
giving examples of how a particular means of communication
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8 I hope these suggestions help a little and, remember, call 4 I would be grateful for any further information regarding
me if you need any more advice. (ending) the seminar. Thanking you in advance.
9 It’s amazing, isn’t it? Anyway, will get in touch the minute 5 On behalf of the school committee, we wish to thank you
anything else happens! (ending) for assisting us on sports day.
10 I am writing to offer my apologies for the delay in sending 6 Please let me offer you my sincere apologies.
copies of the documents you requested last month. 7 It is hoped that this information will be of use to you.
(beginning)
Informal:
26 Suggested Answer Key a Tell me the minute you hear anything about the seminar.
ñ Apologise to your boss … Hope to see you there.
Please accept my apologies for being absent from the office b I hope you’ll forgive me!
yesterday. (opening) c Does this cover everything?
Once again, may I apologise for any inconvenience my d It was great to get your invitation to your retirement party.
absence may have caused. (ending) We wouldn’t miss it for the world!
ñ Invite a friend to a weekend barbeque … e Many thanks for your help in making our school sports
How do you feel about meeting up with the old crowd at the day a huge success.
weekend for a barbeque? (beginning) f I’ve got no idea what to do. Any advice?
Hope you can make it. (ending) g Won’t be able to manage it, I’m afraid.
ñ Telling a friend that you’ve won a competition …
You’ll never guess what’s happened! (beginning) 29 a. Answer Key
So, with so much money in my pocket now, how can I not 1 Hi there! Just a quick note …
invite you to come on holiday with me! (ending) 2 say what I think you should do …
ñ Congratulate your colleague … 3 Have you thought about …
This is to congratulate you on your well-deserved promotion. 4 That way …
(beginning) 5 Maybe you don’t like this idea.
Once again, all the best in your new position. (ending) 6 If I were you, I’d …
ñ Ask a friend for advice … 7 they could let you know.
I’m writing to you for help as I know you’re always systematic 8 always comes in handy.
and organised! (beginning) 9 Sometimes it’s really hard to find the right thing!
Let me know your suggestions as soon as possible as the exam 10 Hope this helps.
is next week! (ending)
b. Suggested Answer Key
27 a. Suggested Answer Key Dear Aunt Mary,
Topic sentences: 2, 4 1) I am writing to 2) make some suggestions about John and
Vicky’s wedding present. 3) Have you considered buying them
Each of these sentences is a general statement which
a gift voucher for a big department store? 4) This would mean
introduces the topic of the corresponding paragraph.
they would be able to buy something they really need for their
Sentences 1 and 3 are supporting sentences to 4 and 2 new house. 5) You might think this idea is too impersonal. In
respectively. that case, 6) I think the best thing would be to ask them what
they want and 7) they could inform you. Otherwise,
b. Suggested Answer Key something like a nice oven dish 8) is always useful. 9) Buying
1 Let’s face it, life in the city without a car can be very a wedding present can be rather difficult. 10) I hope I have
inconvenient. been of some help.
2 I’ve always wanted to go off and see the world and this Love
could be the perfect opportunity. Laura

28 a. Answer Key 30 Answer Key

1 accepting invitation 5 thanking A say sorry: apologise
2 asking for advice 6 apologising ages: quite some time
3 refusing an invitation 7 giving information really: extremely
4 requesting information sort out: organize
chat about: discuss briefly
b. Answer Key B felt obliged to contact: just had to get in touch with
1 d 3 g 5 e 7 c situation: problem
2 f 4 a 6 b advise contacting: think I should get in touch with
C so much fun: wonderful
Other ways of rephrasing the sentences:
looking so perky: fit and healthy
Formal:
It was brilliant: I was so glad
1 Thank you so much for the invitation to your celebration
There’s no way I’d leave: I could not have left
on 16th June. We would be most pleased to join you.
well: all the best
2 I would very much appreciate your advice on the issue.
3 Much to our regret, we will not be able to be present.

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31 a. Suggested Answer Key b. Answer Key

Both letters could have two or three main body paragraphs. If the head teacher asked to see me I’d feel nervous.
A 1st main body paragraph: explain what you want to ñ If my favourite television programme was cancelled I’d
do: theatrical studies. feel frustrated.
reasons why – a great love of the theatre/you have a ñ If an aeroplane landed on the road outside my house I’d
talent/six years member of drama society at school/ be astonished.
an artistic temperament/a great love of the theatre/ ñ If I won a large sum of money I’d be joyful.
have read widely on the subject
3 a. Answer Key
2nd main body paragraph: explain why parents
disapprove of this choice: insecure career choice/not interested ≠ bored
many prospects/tough competition for few top funny ≠ serious
places/could take years to get anywhere/parents cheerful ≠ depressed
prefer steady well-paid employment e.g. doctor friendly ≠ aggressive

3rd main body paragraph: Ask previous drama teacher b. Suggested Answer Key
for her assistance in contacting your parents to
discuss your choice/your talents in drama/to inform No, in fact she looked quite cheerful when I saw her.
them of the pros and cons of following theatrical Really? He looks like a friendly dog to me.
studies from her experience Did you? I thought it was quite serious myself.
No, not at all. I was very interested actually.
B 1st main body paragraph: describe the positive/
negative experiences of the country/area where you 4 Suggested Answer Key
worked. (e.g. England) (positive) lots of greenery 1 exhausted 5 huge 8 appalling
and parks/variety of entertainment – theatres, 2 delicious 6 filthy 9 heart-broken
shows, museums, galleries/large selection of foreign 3 delighted 7 furious 10 overjoyed
restaurants/cheap travel opportunities 4 terrified
(negative) cold weather difficult to get used to/city
5 Answer Key
life very different – perhaps entertainment places
close much earlier than in your country/perhaps 1 dull 3 lose 5 express
homesick for traditional home cooking. 2 touch 4 danger

2nd main body paragraph: describe the positive/ 6 Answer Key

negative experiences of the telecommunications
1 open up 5 cheer him up
company you worked for.
2 wind down 6 calm down
(positive) team spirit/helpful colleagues/ better 3 ease up 7 getting her down
salary/better opportunities for promotion/respect 4 loosen up 8 let you down
from employer/free use of company gym
7 a. Answer Key
(negative) more stressful than working in your
country/stricter/longer working hours/short breaks/ 2 quick 3 quiet 4 white 5 red
feel like an outsider
b. Suggested Answer Key
b. (Ss’ own answers) A: Did he manage to finish the work on time?
B: Yes. He finished it as quick as a flash.
A: Can I come into the library with you?
B: Only if you promise to be as quiet as a mouse.
Unit 2 – Moods and Feelings A: What happened when you told her the news?
B: She went as white as a sheet.
1 a. Suggested Answer Key A: Did she look embarrassed when you asked her to dance?
2 How do you feel when you think someone is following B: Yes. Her face was as red as a beetroot.
you?
3 How does skydiving make you feel? c. Answer Key
4 What do you do when you feel impatient? as cunning as a fox
5 How do you react when you’re embarrassed?
8 Answer Key
b. Suggested Answer Key 1 C 3 D 5 A 7 C 9 A
B She is stroking her chin, so she must be thoughtful. 2 B 4 B 6 D 8 C 10 D
C He is scratching his head, so he must be confused.
D She is biting her nails, so she must be worried. 9 Answer Key
1 is 3 are 5 being 7 off
2 a. Answer Key 2 up 4 not 6 from 8 being
1 angry 3 irritable
2 generous 4 optimistic

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10 Answer Key 19 a. Suggested Answer Key

1 to get used to living 6 funny, so it must have Positive: happy
2 never arrives late for 7 has a tendency to get Other possible adjectives: cheerful, excited, joyful, relaxed,
3 we would go swimming 8 used to walking calm
4 was nobody we knew at 9 weren’t as amused by
Negative: sad, fear, anxiety, uncomfortable, discomfort,
5 not like Helen to be 10 used to write letters
unhappiness, sadness
Other possible adjectives: stressed, depressed, frustrated,
11 Suggested Answer Key
lonely, upset
2 Yes, I feel fine now.
No, I think I’m going to faint, actually. Neutral: shy, shyness
Other possible adjectives: astonished, surprised, sensitive,
3 No, most junk food tastes like plastic. sympathetic, patient
Who me? I hate it!
4 Not really. I don’t understand it very well. b. Suggested Answer Key
Yes I’m enjoying physics this year. A: I suppose it means that when you have a problem it’s
better to discuss it with someone else. I think that by
5 It looks really great on you.
sharing your problem with others you feel less anxious.
I like it. The colour suits you.
B: I agree. By sharing your problems it helps you get rid of
your worries and makes you feel better.
12 Answer Key
1 B 3 B 5 B 7 A 9 D 20 (Ss’ own answers)
2 D 4 A 6 C 8 C 10 C
21 a. (Ss’ own answers)
13 Answer Key
1 bad 5 at 8 grateful b. Answer Key
2 angry 6 misses 9 used to 1 B 3 C 5 B 7 B
3 offended 7 authentic 10 to 2 A 4 A 6 C 8 A
4 dread
22 a./b./c./d. See Tapescript Section – Unit 2, Ex. 22
14 Answer Key
1 from 6 not 11 have e. Suggested Answer Key
2 such 7 can 12 there ñ gives a detailed description of a picture B
3 to 8 by 13 the ñ gives an oversimplified answer B
4 is 9 these 14 because
5 much 10 against 15 at 23 a. Answer Key
Good for you! – C I’m really happy for you. – C
15 Answer Key
I’m delighted, too. – R Well done!– C
1 ✓ 6 such 11 ✓ It’s/That’s great news! – C I’m really proud of you. – C
2 ✓ 7 to 12 how Congratulations! – C I’m over the moon. – R
3 out 8 like 13 ✓ I can’t believe my luck. – R
4 the 9 more 14 have
5 ✓ 10 of 15 the b. Suggested Answer Key
A: I heard you got engaged. Congratulations!
16 Answer Key
B: Thanks a lot.
1 loneliness 5 agreeable A: I’m really happy for you!
2 impatient 6 fortunately B: I’m over the moon, too.
3 tension 7 unreasonable
4 friendship 8 personal A: I heard your novel has been published. That’s great news!
B: Thanks.
17 a./b. Answer Key: B A: I’m really proud of you!
B: I can’t believe my luck!
c. (Ss’ own answers) A: I heard you’ve been selected for the national football
team. Well done!
18 a. Suggested Answer Key B: Thanks very much.
A: It’s really great news!
The correct option is D (lines 1-2: "the hardest thing about
B: I’m delighted, too.
feelings is actually sharing them with others"). The words in A
are included in the text but the overall meaning is different (it is A: I heard you won first prize in a competition.
actually sharing one’s feelings and not making an effort that Congratulations!
youngsters find hard). B and C are not mentioned in the text. B: Thank you.
A: Good for you!
b. Answer Key B: I can’t believe my luck!
1 D 3 D 5 A 7 D
2 C 4 B 6 D c. (Ss’ own answers)

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24 Suggested Answer Key 31 Answer Key

The advertisement is about staff for a summer camp for children so This is a letter of complaint. The tone will be mild.
questions 6 and 8 are irrelevant.
Suggested Answer Key
25 Suggested Answer Key ñ complain/disappointing service/received from catering company
A: I would appreciate it if you could tell me how much tickets for ñ guests kept waiting/food failed to arrive on time/many dishes/
the fair cost. cold
I would also like to know which charity organisation the ñ advertisement stated/huge variety of traditional and
profits would go to. continental dishes/unfortunately untrue/only three available
ñ guests complained/waiters/unhelpful/ rude
B: What I would like to know is how old someone needs to be to ñ prices/not reasonable/dishes/more expensive than advertised /
join the camp. overcharged/final bill
Further information that I need to know is, what types of water ñ upset/expect/compensation for/inconvenience/otherwise/take
sports are included. further action
Could you also tell me how long the camp is open for.

26 Suggested Answer Key

I saw your advertisement in our local paper for temporary summer Unit 3 – Making a Living
staff to work in your supermarket. I would appreciate it if you could
give me some more information about it. To begin with, could you 1 a. Answer Key
please let me know how many weeks I would be expected to work. A cleaner E teacher
Further information that I need to know is, if I need to know a B florist F barber
foreign language or have any special skills. In addition to this, could C cameraman G vet
you also tell me how old the people are that I will be working with. D decorator
27 a. Answer Key
b. Suggested Answer Key
It is a letter of complaint. The tone could be mild or strong
depending on the individual. ñ The cameraman would probably be paid well if the film he
was working on was predicted to be a box office success.
b. Answer Key ñ I would find the teacher’s job more challenging than the
others because you need a lot of patience to teach. I can
mild tone strong tone
also imagine the satisfaction you might have when you
1 was not worth the 1 was an absolute waste
realise that your pupils finally understand difficult aspects
money I paid for it. of money.
of the lesson.
2 in bad condition 2 falling apart
ñ The vet’s job would be extremely interesting for me as I’ve
3 had a low level of 3 didn’t have a clue
always loved animals and am especially interested in all
4 Added to this 4 If this wasn’t bad enough
aspects of wildlife.
5 it was really very cold 5 I almost froze to death
ñ The decorator’s job would be too repetitive for me.
6 As a result, I believe I 6 I demand
Imagine doing the same thing day in, day out! It must be
am entitled to
very tiring too, looking up and down at ceilings and walls
28 b. Suggested Answer Key for hours on end!
ñ The most boring job would probably be the barber’s job.
2 I can speak both English and French. However, my The only thing that might reduce the boredom would be
Spanish is not so good. chatting with customers.
3 There were twelve students in each group although you
promised that there groups would be small. c. Answer Key
4 We had to pay for the books even though the advertisement
said that they would be free of charge. A: I would certainly consider being a florist, as I love the idea
5 Despite the fact that the course came highly recommended, of working with beautiful colours and shapes to create
I would not recommend it to anyone. unusual designs.
B: I’m not so sure. I’m not really an arty sort of person, you
29 Suggested Answer Key see.
A: I would certainly not consider being a cleaner, simply
A 1 Firstly 3 and because I have enough to do cleaning my own house
2 Also 4 but never mind cleaning other houses!
B 5 Firstly 8 Furthermore B: I agree. It’s very hard work.
6 For example 9 also
7 In addition to this 2 Answer Key
C 10 Even though 12 To make matters worse
11 but 13 and ñ follow your dreams
ñ change your plans
30 Answer Key ñ step into sb’s shoes
The ending is not suitable, as it is too formal for a friendly letter. Suggested Answer Key
Suggested ending:
Well, I hope this extra information has helped you to make up your ñ I’ve always believed that it is important to follow your dreams
mind. If so, I look forward to seeing you this year in England. and not be influenced by others who might want to lead you
along a different path.

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ñ At first I wanted to become a journalist, but then I changed my 9 Answer Key

plans and finally became an English teacher. 1 C 3 D 5 B 7 D 9 C
ñ When my mother retired, I stepped into her shoes and took 2 B 4 A 6 A 8 C 10 C
over the business.
10 Suggested Answer Key
3 Suggested Answer Key
ñ I mustn’t forget to return the books I borrowed from the
ñ 1 salary 3 cash library.
2 wages 4 pay ñ I will always remember spending Easters with my
ñ 5 trade 7 work grandparents when I was a child.
6 occupation 8 profession ñ I’m sorry for causing so much trouble at school the other day.
ñ I regret telling Jenny about the party because she obviously
ñ 9 team 11 staff hadn’t been invited!
10 crew 12 personnel ñ I would like to take up piano lessons.
ñ 13 employer 15 employee ñ I’m afraid to walk home late at night by myself.
14 worker 16 trainee ñ I expect I’ll pass the exam, as it was very easy!
ñ I can’t stand people shouting at me.
4 Suggested Answer Key
1 ... gave up her career to be with her children. 11 Answer Key
2 She volunteers every weekend to help the homeless people of 1 payment 5 Powerful
the area ... 2 increasingly 6 activities
3 ... never seems to lose his temper. 3 improvements 7 impatient
4 ... was finally fired. 4 noisier 8 irrelevant
5 ... person who eventually set up his own business.
6 ... kept us all going through that difficult time. 12 Answer Key
7 He became successful simply ... 1 didn’t manage to get
8 ... be a lifeguard 2 stand people using mobile phones
3 offered to help Helen with
5 a. Suggested Answer Key 4 no point in driving
A: Well, personally, I think that Claire Martin would be most 5 her if she could drive
suitable for the post advertised, wouldn’t you agree? 6 will involve a lot of
B: Mmmm, yes, I mean the job certainly needs someone who 7 were totally dissatisfied with the
will be patient with more demanding residents and who 8 borrow Jim’s clothes without asking
can also manage the numerous enquiries that people will 9 if he knew what time
have. What do you think about the other applicant? 10 insisted that I should work
A: As it’s an office job, I doubt whether Douglas Green would
be able to stand the long hours of sitting in one place 13 Answer Key
because he’s more of an energetic type and obviously 1 for 5 had 9 cash
enjoys an active life, don’t you think? 2 as 6 help 10 of
B: Definitely! 3 to 7 that
4 ever 8 good
b. Answer Key
responsible ≠ irresponsible 14 Answer Key
comfortable ≠ uncomfortable 1 B 3 B 5 A 7 D
sociable ≠ unsociable 2 A 4 B 6 C 8 B
patient ≠ impatient
adventurous ≠ unadventurous 15 Answer Key
energetic ≠ inactive, lazy
1 applicants 6 qualifications
courageous/brave ≠ cowardly, timid
2 Preparation 7 proof
3 weaknesses 8 location
6 Answer Key
4 explaining 9 suitably
1 regular 3 provide 5 form 5 description 10 uncomfortable
2 permanent 4 travelling
16 Answer Key
7 Answer Key
1 of 4 the 7 having
1 e 3 b 5 c 2 that 5 studying 8 to
2 f 4 d 6 a 3 to 6 us

8 a. Answer Key 17 Answer Key

1 afford 3 worth 5 waste 1 C 4 B 7 C 10 B 13 A
2 spend 4 cost 6 make 2 A 5 D 8 A 11 C 14 C
3 A 6 B 9 D 12 B 15 D
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18 a. (Ss’ own answers) 23 a./b. See Tapescript Section – Unit 3, Ex. 23.

b. Answer Key c. Answer Key

ñ Language skills might be necessary depending on the ñ uses a greater variety of adjectives. B
country you want to work in. If, however, you wish to find ñ justifies his/her opinions. B
a job within the EU, then a knowledge of English could ñ includes personal responses. B
well be enough. ñ disagrees in an impolite way. A
ñ Communication in the country you plan to go to might be ñ paraphrases a word he/she can’t remember. B
quite different from what you are used to, so it might be a
good idea to find out about it before arriving. For 24 a. Suggested Answer Key
example, some nations perhaps communicate in a much A: I was wondering if you could…
quieter way while others use more body language to B: I’m really sorry but… / I’m afraid I can’t.
communicate ideas and opinions.
ñ Social skills will also be important so as not to cause b. Suggested Answer Key
offence in the country you choose to work. For example, in
ñ A: I’m terribly sorry to bother you, but I wonder if you
Japan it is insulting to have your legs crossed on your desk
could check this report I’ve just finished.
showing the soles of your shoes, while in other countries it
B: Well, actually, I’m a bit busy at the moment. Can you
is quite acceptable. So, obviously, social behaviour is
leave it here and I’ll have a look at it a bit later ...
different in different countries and, in order to fit in with
any system, we need to change our ways to a certain ñ A: I’m really having problems with this project. I was
extent if we want to be accepted. wondering if you could help me with it ...
ñ Managerial skills are certainly a necessary part of the B: I’m really sorry but I have to finish this report by
modern workplace, whichever country you choose to work tonight. I can help you later if you want ...
in. How we manage ourselves, deal with others and
ñ A: Could you possibly type this report out for me?
organise our daily workload will show our general attitude
B: I’m afraid I can’t right now, but I’ll do it after I finish
and ability to work with others and to work under pressure.
this letter, if you like.
19 a. Suggested Answer Key
25 a. Answer Key
Present perfect simple is used in the main text (all the young
1 C – local tourist attractions
people have gone/have left) showing a change in the
2 B – a mobile library service
situation, which then fits with the information from the
3 A – student reaction to a new registration system
paragraph showing a contrast (In the past, most of them
headed for / Now, more and more of them are working). The
b. Suggested Answer Key
object pronoun them in the main text and the extract (as
many as one million of them/most of them/more and more of Introduction:
them) refers to the young people in the main text. The aim of this report is to assess the various activities on offer
at the Victorian Theme Park, with a view to giving
b. Answer Key recommendations to schools nationwide.
1 B 3 C 5 A Recommendation:
2 D 4 F 6 E On the whole, the activities on offer seem to be of interest to
visiting youngsters, though our survey did show that they
20 Suggested Answer Key would only be interested in returning next year if certain
areas of employment: lighting design, advertising, marketing additions were made. Therefore, I strongly recommend that
the number and types of activities on offer should be further
professions: lighting technician, graphic designer, translator improved in order to attract even greater numbers of young
further examples: people next year.
law – solicitor, judge
teaching – headteacher, lecturer 26 a. Answer Key
medicine – doctor, surgeon A high standard → low level
satisfied → discontented
21 (Ss’ own answers) praise → express disapproval of
politeness → rudeness
22 a. Suggested Answer Key speed → delay
The students will probably be in their late teens or early helpful → unwilling to assist
twenties, while the lecturer may be a middle-aged person. The B rather disappointing → pleasantly surprising
lecturer will address the students by their first names, while they filthy → clean and well-presented
will possibly address the lecturer by his/her title and last name. freezing cold → well-heated
dull → interesting and unusual
b. Answer Key poor → excellent
1 A 3 L 5 A 7 M not enough → plenty of
2 M 4 A 6 L a waste of time → well worth it

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b. Suggested Answer Key b. Answer Key

poor → high Paragraphs A and D are written in the wrong style.
dirty → clean
Suggested Answer Key
disgusting → wonderful
dreaded → (always) looked forward to A: I am enclosing copies of my degree, language certificates
terribly slow → amazingly quick and a reference from the Director of Bradbury College. I
impolite → polite am available for an interview at any time convenient to
never → always you. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
neglected → taken great care of/well-maintained B: I am a sociable, easy-going type who works well under
dull → bright pressure both alone and in a team. I consider myself to be
colourless → colourful hardworking, highly motivated and also enjoy working
with teenagers a lot.
27 Suggested Answer Key
1 Even though / Despite the fact that the service at the market 31 Suggested Answer Key
is sometimes slow, the products are undoubtedly fresh and A Reason for writing: having seen advertisement/job title/
well worth the wait. college magazine/applying for position
2 Even though / Despite the fact that the whole process is Main body paragraph: knowledge of local area – local resident/
much easier now, there are some who would still complain knowledge of area, sites and history/studied at the university
about how slow it is. Main body paragraph: languages spoken – school French/
3 As well as having a wide choice of reading materials, certificate, worked two summers in Spain and acquired
members also have an excellent selection of videos. knowledge of language
4 It is an excellent method of attracting tourists to the area and I Main body paragraph: social skills – working in Spain insight
therefore strongly recommend it. into culture and ways of Spanish people
5 As well as being efficient, the service also encourages Conclusion: further communication – hope to hear from you
members to complete request forms for specific reading soon regarding application/thanking person in advance
material they would like added to the collection. B Purpose: assessment of restaurant generally/numerous
complaints sent to local government offices/concerns about
28 a. Suggested Answer Key quality – food/service/prices/atmosphere
Purpose: assessment of quality of premises and food for Food: improvements needed in cleanliness/quality of food
guidebook of local tourist area to be published soon preparation
Various choices: range/quality of dishes on offer and quality Service: attitude of staff towards customers
of presentation Prices: prices on menu too expensive for local area
A two-sided coin: good food but premises rather neglected - Atmosphere: premises dark and dingy
examples Conclusion: recommendations for future action – improvements
Conclusion: recommendation of improvements to be made needed in cleanliness/quality of food preparation/attitude of staff
by the management in order to have the restaurant included towards customers, control of prices on menu, decorating of
in the guidebook. premises etc.

b. Suggested Answer Key

1 Regarding the service at Dino’s, certain complaints have
been made. (A ‘two-sided’ coin) Unit 4 – Make Yourself at Home
2 The aim of this report is to assess the suitability of eating
places in the university area. (Purpose) 1 a. Answer Key
3 I would highly recommend this restaurant to people who roof garden/bathroom/swimming pool/bedroom/kitchen/
would like to try something different. (Conclusion) dining room
4 Dino’s offers high quality food and has a wide variety of
international dishes to suit all tastes. (Various choices) b. Suggested Answer Key
We don’t have a roof garden or a swimming pool in our house,
29 Answer Key but we do have the other rooms. My favourite room at home is
1 a lack of 5 registration my bedroom. I like this room best because it’s decorated just the
2 I feel 6 knowledge way I want it. I painted the walls blue and they’re covered in
3 gained 7 skills posters of my favourite singers and sports personalities. Apart
4 of value 8 procedures from this, my bedroom is where I entertain my friends. My
computer and stereo are in there and all of my personal
Justification:
belongings. There’s a large balcony leading from my bedroom
The other choices would be incorrect as they are too informal for
that I sit on in the evenings when the weather’s warm. As far as
this particular style of letter.
I’m concerned, my bedroom is the best room in the whole house!
30 a. Answer Key
2 Answer Key
1 C 2 B 3 E 4 D 5 A
1 cellar 3 council flat 5 marble
2 maisonette 4 bed-sit 6 antique

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3 a. Suggested Answer Key 10 Answer Key

A: Can you tell me how big the house is? 1 past 4 living 7 since 10 out
B: Well, it’s an average sized house with a lounge, a small 2 put 5 always 8 ever
dining room and 2 bedrooms. 3 yet 6 up 9 be/feel
A: And how much is the rent?
11 Answer Key
B: It’s quite cheap really. It’s only í250 a month.
1 D 3 D 5 A 7 D 9 C
A: What type of house is it? 2 B 4 D 6 C 8 D 10 A
B: It’s a semi-detached house with a large garden.
A: Can you give me a brief description of it? 12 Answer Key
B: Yes, of course. It’s fully furnished with a well-equipped 1 been 6 or 11 did
kitchen. Because it’s quite small, it’s easy to maintain and 2 The 7 much/far 12 than
the open fire in the lounge gives it a cosy feeling. 3 were 8 of 13 number
4 which 9 no 14 they
b. (Ss’ own answers) 5 can 10 it 15 and

4 Answer Key 13 Answer Key

1 reach 3 areas 5 good 1 is 6 it 11 are
2 clear 4 ample 2 been 7 had 12 this
3 ✓ 8 an 13 ✓
5 Answer Key 4 one 9 ✓ 14 much
1 B 3 D 5 B 7 B 9 B 5 lot 10 to 15 ✓
2 C 4 B 6 A 8 D 10 C
14 Suggested Answer Key
6 Answer Key Well, all three of the houses seem very spacious, although they’re
1 just 3 been 5 have built in different styles. The first house looks more like a large
2 have 4 doing 6 in cottage in the country, whereas this one here is more like a house in
the mountains. The stone covered walls and sloping roof remind
7 a. Suggested Answer Key me of houses in Austria. The third house is very unusual, with the
1 change wallpaper tall pointed towers on either side of it. It could be a Victorian town
2 change furniture house, built especially for a large family.
3 fit a new shower My ideal house would be the town house, because it looks as if the
4 change washbasin rooms are really spacious. I particularly like the porch on the front
5 replace old electrical appliances of the house and the large balcony on the first floor. I think the
6 fit new sink house will be very airy because of the large windows. I prefer this
7 buy new bed house because it’s probably in the town, yet at the same time it’s
8 change curtains surrounded by gardens, by the looks of things. I’d love to have one
of the top rooms of the building as a bedroom because there’d be
b. Suggested Answer Key great views of the surrounding area.
A: You’ve put tiles on the bathroom floor! It looks much better
now! 15 a. (Ss’ own answers)
B: Yes! And I’ve changed the colour of the walls, too.
A: You’ve fitted new cupboards in the kitchen! They’re fantastic! b. Suggested Answer Key
B: Yes! And I’ve changed the floor to match the cupboards, too. Keywords:
A: You’ve put wallpaper in the bedroom! It looks really cosy! ñ room, reminds, sea
B: Yes! And I’ve changed the lighting, too. ñ extreme tastes
ñ gardening
8 Answer Key ñ bathroom, part, bedroom
ñ private lifestyle
1 ... have never been in such ... ñ hurry, change homes
2 ... was not big enough to ... ñ natural sunlight
3 ... a very prestigious ... ñ needs, natural environment, urban lifestyle
4 ... has changed her style ... ñ two, houses, attached
5 ... have had this house for ... ñ unusual design
6 ... haven’t redecorated the flat ... ñ natural fire
7 ... have never been to ... ñ skilled carpenters
8 ... contacted me ... ñ house, business, tourists
9 ... did you get ...
10 ... this car six years ago ... c. Answer Key
9 Answer Key 1 D 5 E
2 B 6 A
1 assistance 4 heat 7 disadvantages
2
3
equipment
crowded
5
6
poisonous
considerable
3
4
B
C } in any order 7
8
C
D } in any order
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9
10
D
A
13
14
D
E } in any order 20 a. ñ A: Would you like to ...?
B: I’d love to! / That’s a great idea! ...
11 D 15 B ..........
12 E
ñ A: Do you fancy / What/How about ...?
16 Suggested Answer Key B: I’m afraid I can’t. I .../ I’d like/love to, but .../Thanks, but
I ...
Well, I think the house that looks like a farm cottage could be the
A: Oh, that’s a pity. What/How about Saturday?
house being described in E. It mentions that the house is covered in
..........
York stone, which might be what this is. Apart from this, it talks
about three small bedrooms on the first floor, which this house has.
b. Suggested Answer Key
Mind you I can’t see the porthole windows, but they may be
somewhere at the back of the house. The house doesn’t seem to be ñ A: Would you like to come with me to Penny’s house-
overlooked by anyone so you would have a high level of privacy, too. warming party?
B: I’d love to! I haven’t been to a party for ages!
17 a. Answer Key A: Great! Can you come round to my house at about
eight thirty?
storage space en-suite bathroom
B: Yes, sure.
double bedroom electronic gates
twin staircase open fire ñ A: What about coming to my house for dinner on
main entrance wall lights Saturday?
ground floor single wardrobe B: That’s a great idea! I haven’t been out for dinner for
ages!
b. Suggested Answer Key A: Great! Can you come round at about seven thirty?
My ideal home would have three double bedrooms with en- B: Yes, sure.
suite bathrooms and single wardrobes. ñ A: Why don’t we spend this evening on George’s
There would be a spacious open-plan kitchen leading to a houseboat?
dining room. B: I’m afraid I can’t. I have lots of things to do at home.
I’d love to have a large open fire in the lounge on the ground A: Oh, that’s a pity. What about Wednesday?
floor. B: Yes, Wednesday would be great!
I’d have lots of storage space in every room.
ñ A: Do you fancy helping me choose a new dishwasher
There would be an impressive main entrance with stone steps.
on Friday?
I would have electronic gates, which would open when I
B: I’d like to, but I’m going to the cinema.
pressed a button.
A: Oh, that’s a pity. What about Saturday?
In the hall, there would be a large number of wall lights to
B: Yes, Saturday would be great.
make everything look nice and bright.
21 a. (Ss’ own answers)
18 a. (Ss’ own answers)
b. Answer Key
b. Answer Key
Paragraph B is not appropriate in terms of style, as it mainly
1 location 6 months or years
makes use of imperative and does not include any language
2 sunlight 7 more expensive
for making suggestions.
3 the garden centre 8 in a pot / in pots
4 very trustworthy 9 plastic bags
Suggested Answer Key
5 green leaves and stems 10 insects or diseases
Also, why don’t you tell your Mum and Dad that you can even
c. (Ss’ own answers) get a part time job? This would mean you could pay them
back. If I were you, I’d ask for their opinion and trust them. That
19 a./b./c./d. See Tapescript Section – Unit 4, Ex. 19. way, the problem will be solved.

e. Answer Key 22 Answer Key

ñ makes a comment related to a personal feeling/ experience 1 c 2 a 3 b
A (e.g. "In fact, I remember helping my parents ...") Suggested Answer Key
ñ does not cover the first part of the question B (The
First of all, you could hold the party in the school canteen. That
candidate does not compare and contrast the pictures;
way people wouldn’t have to travel far to the party. You could also
he/she only says which of the two activities he/she prefers)
ask everyone to bring a favourite CD to play. In this way you would
ñ uses a variety of linking words A ("In the first picture, ...
have a variety of music, which I think would be best. Then, why not
whereas in the second one ...", "As well as that, ...", "In fact,
ask each person to bring food? This would mean that you wouldn’t
...", "I also find ..." etc)
have to pay for outside caterers.
ñ uses mostly simplistic adjectives B
23 a. Answer Key
f. Answer Key
1 c 2 b 3 a
Candidate A would get a higher mark, as his/her answer is
complete, uses a variety of adjectives and linking words and is
interesting as it makes reference to a personal experience. For
examples see Ex. 19e.

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Suggested Answer Key b. Suggested Answer Key

There are several ideas for preparing successfully for your In this report, I will outline improvements that could be made
exams. Firstly, I think it would be a good idea to make a to make language learning at the summer school more
revision plan. That way, you can be confident that you will interesting. Overall, I think that the facilities are very good.
revise everything in time. Then, you could do some revision However, with a few small changes, they would be even better.
every day. This would mean that you will not have to do
everything at the last minute. Also, if I were you, I’d eat I hope that you find these suggestions helpful. I think you will
properly. This would lead to your body being in good condition find that they are neither difficult nor expensive to implement,
as well as your mind. and I think that they would make language learning more
pleasant and enjoyable for the students.
b. Answer Key
28 a. Suggested Answer Key
ñ This would help you feel more calm and relaxed.
ñ This would result in being able to share your ideas and ñ It might be a good idea to use part of the area to create a
discuss your problems. small amusement park, as this would definitely attract
ñ That way you wouldn’t feel that you were studying non- more teenage visitors.
stop. ñ Although education is important, some more emphasis
on entertainment is needed. You will find that teenagers
24 Answer Key appreciate it, as they need a break from learning.
ñ You could possibly include some more general areas of
1 All things considered 6 In fact
interest. This would result in making the museum more
2 definitely 7 therefore
appealing to young people.
3 However 8 Generally
ñ Another idea would be to use a faster means of transport
4 first of all 9 As a result/For this reason
than trams, as this would make the trip more exciting.
5 as 10 consequently
ñ Finally, it might be better if you had a less formal restaurant.
That way, teenagers would feel more comfortable.
25 a. Suggested Answer Key
... I’ve got a few ideas that might help. To start with, I would b. Suggested Answer Key
suggest joining the local club you mentioned. That way, you
Dear Madam,
would have the chance to try out all the different classes and
I am writing on behalf of my class to say how much we
find the one that is best for you.
enjoyed our recent visit to the NEOAM. However, I would like to
All in all, saving the environment is no easy task. One solution make one or two suggestions about how to make the museum
would certainly be to have stricter laws preventing factories more interesting for teenagers.
from polluting the environment. Despite the fact that
We all feel that if you could carry out even some of these
pollution levels are so high, there is almost total indifference
changes, you would have a lot more teenage visitors, and
on the part of the governments who have no interest in
many would come back a second time. I hope that you find the
improving the situation.
above suggestions helpful, and I look forward to my next visit.
This small, family hotel is situated on a hillside quite far from Yours faithfully,
local beaches. Actually, it might be considered to be rather Stephen Halliday
remote for most tourists, and as a result, customers might not
be willing to book rooms there. Therefore, the suggestion of 29 Suggested Answer Key
having a mini bus to and from local beach areas needs to be A ñ Most teenagers/a lot of stress/everyday life/a lot of this
discussed. Moreover, I would suggest focusing on the positive avoidable/best idea/ learn how to deal with it
aspects of this particular pension as the advantages certainly ñ First/important identify what stressed about/sit down/
outweigh the drawbacks. think/maybe write list
ñ Next/ask yourself why/stressed about these things/where
b. Answer Key pressure coming from?/who/what you afraid of?/what
The first extract is part of a letter, the second of an article and happen if e.g. fail exam, etc.?/end of the world?/probably not
the third of a report. ñ Keep telling yourself/stress and worry make things worse/
relax/study better, etc.
26 a. Answer Key ñ Important to relax/exercise good for many people/takes
1 b 3 c your mind off things/feel better/healthier
2 a 4 Drawbacks/Problems ñ Most important of all/talk about your stresses and worries/
parents/teachers/friends/very helpful
b. Suggested Answer Key B ñ Some ideas/facilities and activities/summer camp
Suggested headings: ñ Most people/enjoy/outdoor activities/hillwalking/hiking/
a Purpose d Directions for visitors canoeing/swimming/students want/change from school
b The place e Conclusion work/hard study
c Reasons for visiting ñ Sports/tennis/swimming/cricket/horse riding/healthy
activities/good for everyone
27 a. Answer Key ñ Some classes in the morning?/2-3 hours maximum/
1 C 3 I 5 C 7 C important subjects/Maths/English/Languages
2 C 4 I 6 I 8 I ñ Learn new things?/field trips/History of our local area/
most students/find this interesting
ñ Cultural trips/theatre/cinema/concerts/summer festival

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2 The man in the third picture has a much more unconventional

Unit 5 – Modern Living hairstyle than I have. I would never dare do that with mine!
3 I think I’m better dressed than the boy in the second picture.
1 Suggested Answer Key
4 The woman in the first picture is definitely smarter than I am. I
It’s quite unusual these days for young people to wear hats like this tend to dress more casually.
one, so, to me, this young man in picture 2 looks as if he’s trendy in
a casual, carefree way. 10 Answer Key
The man in picture 3 seems to be casually dressed, perhaps for a
1 extraordinary 4 unemployed 7 enjoyable
family weekend.
2 fluency 5 replace 8 harmful
The gentleman in picture 4 is obviously considered to be smart and
3 useful 6 violence
trendy in the business world.
This older lady looks extremely smart for her age in her designer
11 Answer Key
suit.
The man in the sixth picture looks very smart and trendy in the 1 are not as expensive as
office world, despite the fact that he’s not wearing a shirt and tie. 2 was such a long video
3 seem to be very emotional
2 Answer Key 4 often as/often as we did
5 is so polluted that many
1 go 2 is 3 look 4 suits
6 the same as the one
7 Armageddon such an amazing
3 Answer Key
8 are certainly more comfortable than
1 conscious 6 statement 9 was as original as
2 latest 7 fit 10 as easy as I thought
3 victim 8 suit
4 image 9 type 12 Answer Key
5 casually 10 trend
1 the 3 out 5 far
2 best 4 with 6 more
4 Suggested Answer Key
I watch the news daily on TV, but actually buy a weekly 13 Answer Key
newspaper every Friday. I usually start with the arts section
1 the 5 most 8 such
and then move to the business part to check how
2 pay 6 more 9 times
international companies are doing in comparison to ours. I
3 that 7 with 10 off
always make sure I’m up to date with international
4 way
situations as any small changes can affect business.
14 Answer Key
However, I find I never look at the obituaries.
1 D 3 D 5 C 7 D
5 Suggested Answer Key 2 B 4 C 6 A 8 A
2 They were taken aback. They certainly didn’t expect me to fail!
15 Answer Key
3 Yes, people seem to be into shorter styles now./No, this style is
completely out. 1 D 4 B 7 A 10 A 13 C
4 They’re in again now, you know. 2 D 5 C 8 C 11 C 14 A
5 He used to, but he’s gone off it lately. / No, he’s not really into 3 C 6 C 9 C 12 A 15 C
ethnic cuisine.
6 Yes, he’s gone off that style. / He’s more into casual clothes now. 16 Answer Key
7 Yes, she’s taken to vegetarianism after reading about mad 1 unexpected 6 development
cow disease. 2 harmful 7 inappropriate
3 seriously 8 aggressive
6 Answer Key 4 repetitive 9 emotionally
1 the centre of attention 4 first impression 5 isolation 10 reality
2 hit the headlines 5 short-lived
3 brand names 6 public eye 17 a. (Ss’ own answers)

7 Answer Key b. Suggested Answer Key

1 viewers 3 opportunity 5 keen As a writer he would probably need to look at both sides of the
2 process 4 takes issue and its effectiveness.
According to the last paragraph, he obviously feels very
8 Answer Key strongly about the lack of choice in the matter. He implies that
unless we begin to complain about noise levels now, it will be
1 D 3 C 5 B 7 B
too late.
2 C 4 A 6 C 8 B
c. Answer Key
9 Suggested Answer Key
1 A 3 C 5 B 7 C
1 The girl in the fourth picture seems to follow the fashion more
2 D 4 A 6 A
than I do. I’m rather more conservative.

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18 Suggested Answer Key c. Suggested Answer Key

All three comments are related to the text in that they show A: Hello. Can I speak to Helen, please.
people’s opinions, both positive and negative, about muzak. The B: Can you speak up? It’s rather a bad line.
first person can’t quite understand why certain people always A: Sorry. Can I speak to Helen, please?
complain about it, while the other two clearly dislike muzak and B: Hold on. I’ll get her for you now.
find it irritating. A: Thanks a lot ...
A: Good morning. Could I speak to Mr Thompson, please.
19 a. Suggested Answer Key
B: I’m afraid he’s out of the office at the moment. Would you
The first lady (A) may have taken a different route to work like to leave a message?
because of road works on the usual route / she simply wanted A: Could you ask him to call Mrs Greene in the accounts
a change of scenery / large traffic jams. department?
The second lady perhaps didn’t go home in the evening B: I’ll give him your message as soon as he gets back.
because it was too far to travel after a long day’s work / she A: Thank you.
may not have felt well enough to travel all the way home. A: Hello. Could I speak to Mr Welsh, please.
The third lady might have got up earlier because she had a lot B: I’m afraid you’ve got the wrong number. There’s no Mr
of work to get through that day / in order to avoid the rush Welsh here.
hour / perhaps to make up time for being late. A: Sorry to have disturbed you.
B: That’s all right. Goodbye.
The fourth lady found that she needn't have gone to the office A: Goodbye.
because it was a public holiday and nobody was there anyway /
she had forgotten that the boss had given her a day off. 23 a. Answer Key
The fifth lady may have missed the bus due to getting up late / 1 A 2 B 3 A 4 B
being delayed after meeting a friend in the street.
Suggested Answer Key
The sixth lady perhaps didn’t eat anything because she had Both paragraphs 1 and 3 refer to home-cooked meals and the
too much work to cover / she didn’t feel like eating. fact that the change in lifestyles has lead to members of families
eating separately. However, paragraph 3 is inappropriate as it is
b. Answer Key more general, as it neither focuses on young people nor on fast
Speaker 1 A Speaker 4 D food restaurants.
Speaker 2 C Speaker 5 F
Paragraphs 2 and 4 refer to methods of shopping. However,
Speaker 3 B
paragraph 2 is inappropriate as it only focuses on how people
E is the extra one. used to shop in the past, which is irrelevant to the topic, and it
doesn’t mention indoor shopping centres. On the other hand,
20 (Ss’ own answers) paragraph 4 introduces the topic of indoor shopping centres
and also informs the reader that what follows is a discussion
21 a./b. See Tapescript Section – Unit 5, Ex. 21 of pros and cons, which is the focus of the topic.

c. Answer Key b. Suggested Answer Key

ñ expresses his/her opinion more successfully A A 1 That is, these eating places ...
ñ interrupts the other candidate in an impolite way A 2 The reason for this ...
3 In conclusion, ...
22 a. Suggested Answer Key B 1 All things considered ...
Formal: 2 This is due to ...
ñ Hello, could I speak to ..., please?
ñ Could you tell him/her ... called. c. Suggested Answer Key
ñ Oh, sorry to disturb/have disturbed you. Can you believe that the video has only been around for about
ñ Would you like to leave a message? twenty years? Videos are such an important part of most
ñ Could you speak up, please? It’s a bad line. people’s lives now, that it is difficult, if not impossible, to
ñ May I ask who’s calling? imagine life without them. We can treat ourselves to a video of
ñ I’m afraid you’ve got the wrong number. There’s no ... here. our favourite film and watch it again and again, as often as
Informal: we like! If we’re at a loose end, it’s easy to pop down to the
ñ Hi, is ... there? video shop and rent a film for the evening. We can invite
ñ Hello. Can I speak to ..., please? friends round to watch a video and discuss it together
ñ Oh, sorry to bother/have bothered you. afterwards. This is all very positive, but it is important to
ñ Can I take a message? remember that there may be some disadvantages as well.
ñ Hold on. I’ll get him for you now. All in all, watching videos at home, like most things, is good
ñ Can you tell him/her ... when it’s done in moderation. It’s wonderful when you want a
nice, lazy evening at home, once in a while. However, the
b. Suggested Answer Key danger is that it could become a habit, something you do
1 B: I’m afraid you’ve got the wrong number. without thinking, precisely because it is so easy. Everyone needs
A: Oh, sorry to have disturbed you. a variety of pastimes: we need to get out of the house and meet
2 B: ... Can I take a message? people and get some exercise, as well as being a couch potato.
A: Yes, please. Can you tell him that ... So, be a couch potato in moderation and you won’t go to seed!
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24 Answer Key 27 Answer Key

1 Such as 5 In addition 1 a 2 c 3 b
2 against 6 yet
Sentence d would be appropriate as a sentence in the conclusion
3 are against 7 Even though
of the article, as it is a concluding comment on both the
4 Despite 8 Although
advantages and disadvantages of tourism.
25 a. Suggested Answer Key Sentence e is not appropriate in this paragraph as it gives an
muzak in shops: 1 a 2 c 3 b example of a disadvantage rather than an advantage.

Many people feel that any kind of background music is better 28 a. Answer Key
than silence. They believe that shopping without music can be
1 C 2 B 3 D 4 A
rather dull.
Suggested Answer Key
The main drawback of muzak is that it can sometimes be loud
and repetitive. In particular, customers may get irritated when To start with, one obvious advantage of being wealthy is the
they hear the same song thirty-five times, and may just leave ability to enjoy a high standard of living. For example, it
the shop. enables you to live in an expensive house in the right part of
town, as well as have the best quality cars and the latest
wearing designer labels: 1 b 2 c 3 a fashions. Another advantage to being rich is that when you
are wealthy you can afford not to work and enjoy your leisure
One advantage is that wearing designer labels means having time. This means that it allows you freedom to do what you
good quality products. As a result, clothing lasts longer. want when you want without worrying about the cost of, let’s
Furthermore, wearing designer labels can create uniformity. say, a meal in a top restaurant.
This is because many people wear similar styles. On the other hand, one clear disadvantage of being wealthy is
Another disadvantage is that wearing designer clothes can give that you may become spoilt or greedy. We have all heard, at one
the impression of being better than others. As a consequence, time or another, of the bad behaviour of some children from
this can create competition, for example among teenagers. wealthy families who, for example, borrow the family car and
break the law by speeding and are finally caught and charged,
using budget airlines: 1 c 2 a 3 b much to the embarrassment of their parents. In addition, you
may have difficulty in deciding who your real friends are. No
The main advantage of using budget airlines is that you can matter who seemed pleasant and helpful, you would never really
find cheaper tickets. For this reason, travelling this way is know whether it was genuine or out of self-interest on their part.
nearly always more economical.
However, budget airlines usually allow for less space between b. Suggested Answer Key
seats. For this reason, travelling is less comfortable.
These paragraphs relate to the topic of being wealthy.
Moreover, flying with budget airlines often means using less
popular airports. Therefore, it is not particularly convenient, Do you dream of having more money than you could ever
for example as regards time or destination. spend? Would you like to have enough money to be able to do
exactly what you like, when you like? You probably think that
b. Suggested Answer Key being wealthy has nothing but advantages: big house, fast
cars, expensive designer clothes and holidays in the sun. Think
Suggested arguments for the three topics: again. Being rich is not everything it’s cut out to be. Though
A Quiet and calming background music can actually have a you might find it hard to believe, there are both advantages
positive effect on customers psychology. It can actually and disadvantages.
make them feel more relaxed, and consequently shopping
Do you still want to be rich? You probably think that it’s worth
can become a kind of therapy, away from everyday stress
the risk, and maybe you are right. If you have plenty of common
and noise.
sense, having a lot of money will not change you too much and
B Moreover, designer labels cost a lot of money, and so you will be able to distinguish true friends from false ones. All
many people spend more than they can really afford on things considered, it is probably better to have too much money
brand names. They could, of course, satisfy their needs than too little, and think of all the good you could do with it!
more economically and yet still be in fashion.
C Another advantage is that using budget airlines can often 29 Suggested Answer Key
save you time. This is because they sometimes have direct ñ many countries depend on tourism/ my country too/many
flights to destinations for which there are no scheduled people two jobs/winter and summer
flights. ñ economic benefits/people individually and country as a whole
ñ meeting people from other countries/learning about different
26 a. Answer Key cultures/making friends whose country you can visit later
1 D 2 B 3 A 4 C ñ changing the country just for tourists/ugly buildings in scenic
places/giving false impression/cheapening your culture just
b. Suggested Answer Key for money
ñ beautiful places spoilt by crowds and tatty tourist shops/in
"Otherwise we risk becoming ...": a life of work summer/crowds/buses
"Many people living ...": city living ñ must protect our country/natural beauty/not just think of
"The main advantage of sending ...": text messages money/wise/plan carefully/tourism will benefit everyone
“Take, for example, famous stars ...": being wealthy

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7 Answer Key
Unit 6
1 B 3 B 5 C 7 A 9 B
1 a. Answer Key 2 D 4 A 6 A 8 B 10 C
travel brochure remote area
8 Suggested Answer Key
travel agency seaside resort
package holiday tropical island 1 The campsite must be cheap.
traveller’s cheques mountain village 2 The campsite must be far from civilization.
3 The villa can’t be in the middle of the forest.
charter flight 4 The villa could be very peaceful.
first-class carriage 5 The hotel must be full of tourists in August.
departure lounge 6 The campsite may be very noisy at night.
car ferry 7 The campsite could be rather uncomfortable.
8 The hotel must be nice and cool inside.
b. Suggested Answer Key
A: Or maybe we could just get a cheap charter flight. 9 Answer Key
B: Would you like to go to a remote area/a mountain village? 1 must be home
A: Oh, I don’t know. I rather fancy a seaside resort or a 2 ought to visit your grandparents
tropical island. 3 should not forget to take
B: Would you like to take the car? You can get to lots of 4 could not give us
places now by car ferry. 5 don’t have to give
A: It’s a nice idea, but it’s very slow, isn’t it? 6 can’t be
B: Yes, but it’s relaxing. Still, going by plane is probably the 7 should get my letter in
best. 8 asked if they could
A: Yes, just imagine sitting in the departure lounge, admiring 9 may be very close to
our traveller’s cheques! 10 should not have a problem/ should have no problem
B: I can’t wait!
10 Answer Key
2 Suggested Answer Key
1 to 3 every 5 for 7 as
A Dead-end straight ahead. 2 much 4 out 6 over 8 right
B Level crossing ahead. 11 Answer Key
C You are about to join a motorway.
1 mind 5 be 8 pick
D End of motorway.
2 get 6 off 9 cannot
E Road narrows from three lanes to two.
3 set 7 should 10 on
F You are coming to a diversion.
4 must
3 Suggested Answer Key
12 Answer Key
1 en-route to the airport.
1 B 3 D 5 C 7 D
2 we had just got going.
2 A 4 C 6 A 8 D
3 go via the old town.
4 was time to board the plane.
13 Answer Key
5 we reached the port one hour late.
1 vacancies 4 arrival 7 departure
4 a. Answer Key 2 inexpensive 5 extensive 8 choice
3 comfortable 6 specialty
1 claim: declare 4 road: route
2 station: platform 5 docked: landed
14 Answer Key
3 rooms: vacancies 6 handbags: luggage
1 as 6 much 11 ✓
b. Suggested Answer Key 2 ✓ 7 down 12 in
3 too 8 the 13 ✓
1, 5 and 6 could be seen at an airport; 2 could be seen at a
4 many 9 from 14 why
railway station; 3 could be seen outside a hotel; 4 could be
5 ✓ 10 that 15 of
seen on a motorway.
15 Answer Key
5 Answer Key
1 on 6 Before 11 all
1 C 2 A 3 B 4 A 5 D
2 their 7 must 12 as
3 for 8 everything 13 also
6 Answer Key
4 during 9 While 14 time
1 We were held up at the airport so we missed our flight connection. 5 make 10 them 15 up
2 I saw her off at the bus station first and then I did my shopping.
3 We decided to set off bright and early to avoid the rush hour 16 a. Answer Key
traffic.
Magical waters which work wonders
4 The hikers headed for the nearest village, as it was getting dark.
5 As the plane took off, I suddenly felt afraid.
b. (Ss’ own answers)
6 The van driver slowed down as he reached the town centre.

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c. Answer Key b. Suggested Answer Key

1 H 3 C 5 A 7 F All of the techniques have been used apart from the last one.
2 D 4 B 6 G ñ using your senses (e.g. "I could hear the gentle sound of
the waves and smell the salt in the beautiful clear air.")
17 a. (Ss’ own answers) ñ using direct speech (e.g. "Come on, Harry!", "We should get
going.")
b. Answer Key ñ asking a rhetorical question (e.g. "How could anything
establish: found facilities: services possibly go wrong?")
focus: concentrate mixture: blend ñ addressing the reader directly (e.g. "Well, what you are
consist of: involve effective: efficient about to read ...")
treatment: therapy surroundings: environment ñ referring to your feelings/moods (e.g. "I was feeling on top
of the world!")
c. (Ss’ own answers)
c. Suggested Answer Key
18 a. (Ss’ own answers) It is interesting because the writer rouses the reader’s curiosity
of what could possibly go wrong in an ideal situation like the
b. Answer Key one described.
1 B 3 B 5 A 7 B (Ss’ own answers)
2 C 4 C 6 C 8 A
22 a. Suggested Answer Key
19 a./b./c./d. See Tapescript Section – Unit 6, Ex. 19
The story will be a 3rd person narrative about someone who is
on holiday in an idyllic place and possibly something exciting
e. Suggested Answer Key
or unexpected happens.
ñ uses modal verbs to express probability/possibility A
ñ covers the first part of the task only B b. Suggested Answer Key
ñ uses linking devices A
Stephen looked at the palm trees and let out a deep sigh of
happiness. He gripped his surfboard more tightly and ran to
20 a. Suggested Answer Key
join his friends on the smooth yellow sand. He blinked in the
In both dialogues someone is making a reservation over the bright sunshine. There was nobody swimming in the blue sea,
phone. In the first dialogue someone is booking a table at a probably because of the incredible waves, which were just
restaurant while in the second one someone is making a hotel right for surfing! Here he was, finally, in Hawaii! Was it any
reservation. wonder that he felt so excited? Suddenly, without any
warning, they all heard a loud, roaring noise in the distance.
b. Suggested Answer Key They all looked at each other. "What was that?" said Harold,
A: Hello. The Jasmine. laughing nervously.
B: Hello. I’d like to book a table for four for Thursday evening.
A: Thursday? What time? 23 Answer Key
B: Well, around 7:30. 1 At first 5 eventually 8 Meanwhile
A: Smoking or non-smoking? 2 At that moment 6 First 9 Suddenly
B: Non-smoking. 3 After a while 7 Before
A: Hmmm, I can give you a table for 8:15. That’s the nearest 4 after
we have.
B: 8:15? Mmmm ... right, I’ll take it. 24 a. Answer Key
A: And your name, Madam?
1 were sitting 6 be having
B: Swanson. S-W-A-N-S-O-N.
2 were really enjoying 7 smiled
A: Good morning. Grand Hotel. 3 didn’t like 8 knew
B: Good morning. I’d like to make a reservation for next 4 said 9 had been
weekend. A twin room. 5 I hadn’t encouraged 10 was
A: Which dates, Sir?
B: The twelfth to the thirteenth. That’s two nights. b. Answer Key
A: Just let me check ... yes, we have a room for these nights. 1 arrived 5 was 8 said
B: Good. Has it got a bath and a television? 2 seemed 6 was paying 9 looks
A: Yes. 3 had told 7 took 10 is floating
B: That’s fine, then. How much will it be? 4 was
A: One hundred and forty pounds, including breakfast.
Could you give me your name and credit card details, 25 a. Answer Key
please?
1 B 2 C 3 A
21 a. Answer Key
b. Answer Key
1 gentle 3 eager 5 loaded
The following techniques have been used:
2 clear 4 fantastic 6 strangest
ñ using your senses (e.g. "When that huge black shape
loomed out of the darkness…")

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ñ referring to feelings/moods (e.g. "We were too exhausted b. Suggested Answer Key
to say anything.") “A Lucky Escape”
ñ describing people’s reactions to the events developed in ñ Holiday/Australia/camping out in the bush
the story (e.g. "We were both very lucky ...") ñ Greatstart/happygroup/hillwalking/sightseeing/
ñ using direct speech (e.g. "Well, all I can say is this ...") barbeques
Ending C makes no use of any of the writing techniques ñ One night/came back late to campsite/it had been burned
mentioned. to the ground
ñ Felt sick/miserable/depressed/ frightened
Suggested ending: ñ Next day/police/examined everything/couldn’t do much
He was on the same road, sitting on the ground. He could see ñ Cheered up/had money and passport/lost belongings/still
his bicycle a little distance away. Where on earth had he been? alive
When he checked his rucksack, he was relieved to see that his
(Ss’ own answers)
money and his passport were still there and that nothing had
been taken. "How did I get back here?" he thought. "Did all that
really happen, or was it just a dream?"

26 Suggested Answer Key

Unit 7
A I was finally in Africa, on my dream holiday! The rest of our 1 Suggested Answer Key
group were on a day-trip to Nairobi, but I had decided to do
1 invaded 4 attack 6 defend
some exploring on my own. I had been warned not to wander
2 surrendered 5 fight 7 defeat
too far away from our accommodation, but the scenery was
3 conquer
so beautiful, I lost all sense of time. I found myself in a large
sandy area surrounded by trees. I stopped. I could smell smoke
2 Suggested Answer Key
and could hear the rhythmic beating of drums. Suddenly, a
man carrying a spear appeared from behind a tree. 1 classic 3 historic 5 power
2 classical 4 historical 6 strength
What can I say? It was an amazing experience! Nabu and the
rest of his tribe made me feel so welcome and had given me a 3 Answer Key
present of a wooden spear. I felt very privileged to have seen
their way of life and I think they enjoyed meeting me, too. "The 1 a 2 b 3 a 4 b
others will never believe me!" I thought. Perhaps the wooden
spear would convince them. 4 Answer Key
1 credit 3 mind 5 forces
2 peace 4 disarmament 6 attitude
B It was early evening on the first day of our holiday in Bermuda.
Stan and I were taking a walk along the deserted beach beside
5 Answer Key
our small hotel. We could smell the perfume of the strange and
beautiful flowers and hear the cries of the sea birds which were 1 c 3 f 5 g 7 b
dark shadows now in the evening sky. It was very peaceful. 2 e 4 a 6 d
"Hey! What’s that?" Stan said suddenly, "Surely it can’t be a
message in a bottle?" 6 Answer Key
1 works 3 steeped 5 grain
We smiled at each other. What would our holiday have been
2 particular 4 force
like if we hadn’t seen that bottle half-buried in the sand on our
first day? It wasn’t from a prisoner in a castle or somebody
7 Answer Key
shipwrecked on a desert island, but it had led us to the very
strange story of Mona, who had lived on the island over a 1 B 2 A 3 B 4 D
hundred years ago. She was long dead, but at least now her
children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren knew what 8 Answer Key
had happened to her and why she had disappeared like that, 1 C 3 D 5 D 7 A 9 C
without a trace. 2 D 4 A 6 B 8 D 10 C

27 a. Suggested Answer Key 9 Answer Key

“A trip I’ll never forget” 1 been 3 was 5 out 7 the
ñ Group at airport/very elderly/health freaks/vegetarians 2 very 4 all 6 to
ñ Felt terrible/package deal/last minute/travel agent hadn’t
told me 10 Suggested Answer Key
ñ Decided to make the best of terrible situation ñ A: I needn’t have taken the car to the airport.
ñ Ecological health farm/Italy/wonderful scenery/amazing B: Why?
food A: Because we could have gone in Tom’s car.
ñ Great people/felt better and better/had a great time
ñ Became a vegetarian/holiday changed my life A: I didn’t need to take the car to the airport.
B: Why?
A: Well, Tom came and picked us up.

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ñ A: I needn’t have booked tickets for the concert. d. Answer Key

B: Why? 1 handlebar 5 tyre 9 frame
A: Well, I could have bought them on the spot; there were 2 crossbar 6 chain 10 spokes
plenty of seats. 3 saddle 7 stand 11 brake block
A: I didn’t need to book tickets for the concert. 4 wheel 8 pedal
B: Why?
A: Sally gave me hers because they couldn’t make it. e. Suggested Answer Key

ñ A: I needn’t have left early for the appointment. A: Who invented the Penny Farthing?
B: Why? B: James Starley invented it.
A: Because the client was an hour late himself. A: Where did the name "Penny Farthing"come from?
A: I didn’t need to leave early for the appointment. B: It came from coins in an old British currency. etc
B: Why?
A: Because the client called and told me he would be late. 18 a. Suggested Answer Key
Key words:
11 Answer Key 1 interviewer, few historical figures, nicknames
1 should have told me 2 nicknames, different reasons, now
2 sure they didn’t know 3 everybody hated
3 can’t have recognised me 4 interviewer, never heard of
4 a pity he didn’t 5 Danish surname
5 couldn’t / can’t have chosen 6 nicknames, French Kings, appearance
6 might have been delayed 7 Caligula, got, nickname, child
7 needn’t have lied about
8 must have found the cure b. Answer Key
9 chance they have not understood 1 F 3 F 5 F 7 T
10 didn’t need to take 2 F 4 F 6 T

12 Answer Key 19 a./b. See Tapescript Section - Unit 7, Ex. 19

1 historical 3 courageous 5 reliable
2 contribution 4 publicity c. Suggested Answer Key
ñ fails to develop answers B
13 Answer Key ñ tries to reach a conclusion too soon B
1 off 5 power 8 have ñ repeats the other candidate’s ideas using the same words B
2 to 6 in 9 must ñ ends the conversation in a suitable way A
3 must 7 out 10 ought
4 could 20 a. Suggested Answer Key
1 b, a 2 b, a
14 Answer Key
1 B 3 C 5 B 7 B b. Answers Key
2 A 4 D 6 B 8 D The first group of phrases can be used to spread rumours and
the second to respond to them.
15 Answer Key
1 significant 5 depth 8 modernised c. Suggested Answer Key
2 central 6 entirely 9 unspoilt A: I heard the other day that Mrs. Green’s daughter is going
3 establishment 7 natural 10 attractions to marry a Hollywood film star.
4 luxurious B: Who’d have thought it?
A: I heard it from a reliable source.
16 Answer Key B: Well, there’s no smoke without fire.
1 D 4 C 7 B 10 B 13 B A: Rumour has it that the government is going to give every
2 B 5 D 8 D 11 C 14 D citizen a gift of five hundred pounds.
3 A 6 C 9 A 12 A 15 C B: Are you serious?
A: Well, I have it on good authority.
17 a. (Ss’ own answers) B: It hardly seems possible!

b. Sentences 2 and 4 are true. 21 Answer Key

usual ➝ favourite lonely ➝ isolated
c. Answer Key large ➝ huge everyday ➝ ordinary
1 E 3 C 5 D 7 H small ➝ tiny heavy ➝ sleepy
2 A 4 B 6 I little ➝ young awful ➝ dreadful

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22 Answer Key 27 Suggested Answer Key

1 She sighed wearily as she… 1 complained
2 The fans roared loudly when… 2 suggested that they go
3 There was nothing they could do but wait patiently until… 3 had invited them to their 20th…
4 From the balcony you could hear the evening breeze blowing 4 explained
gently through… 5 insisted that they go
5 Jim crept silently into… 6 reminded
6 The fire raged through the building until the firemen finally 7 accused him of exaggerating
brought it… 8 threatened to
9 admitted to
23 Answer Key
amazed, happy, exhausted, miserable, confident, depressed 28 a. Suggested Answers
I can see the sunset/ the sun shining on the sea/ the shadows
Suggested Answer Key on the sand.
1 I was amazed to learn that the man she introduced us to was I can hear the noise of the sea/ the sound of our feet on the sand.
the owner of the company. I can feel the sand between my toes/ the sea breeze.
2 You can’t imagine how happy I was when I heard that she had I can smell the salt in the air/ the warm sand.
a baby. I can taste the salt on my lips.
3 After walking all morning in this sweltering weather, I came
back home completely exhausted. b. Sentences 1, 2, 5 and 7.
4 My little brother has been really miserable since our dog ran away.
5 She was confident that she would pass the exam, as she was c. Suggested Answer Key
well-prepared. Sandra, Charles and little David heard the repeated cry of one
6 This dull weather makes me feel depressed. lonely seagull. They could see the yellow rays of the setting sun
reflected in the still sea. As they ran along the beach, they
24 Suggested Answer Key could feel the warm sun on their backs, and they could smell
It was early in the evening. My flatmate and I had just sat the hot sand and the glistening seaweed. Sarah suggested
down to dinner, very tired after work, when we suddenly heard that they have a delicious picnic on the beach instead of going
sirens. Curious to see what had happened, we rushed out to the home for dinner and Charles agreed that this was a
balcony. Suddenly, we saw flames from the apartment block across marvellous idea. When David complained that there would be
the street. We were terrified! big mosquitoes, Sarah explained patiently that mosquitoes
Staring at the flames brought back to me the memory of a don’t like the sea.
huge fire in our office block three years ago. On hearing the fire
alarm, everyone had rushed outside through the fire exits. While 29 Suggested Answer Key
we were all waiting for the fire brigade, we suddenly saw a ñ The beginning and ending of Model B is written in a more
colleague banging frantically on the third floor window. He had appropriate style than Model A, as it makes use of narrative
obviously been trapped in the flames and was terribly frightened. techniques such as rhetorical questions (e.g. "What could I
When the firemen finally came, we were worried that it was too do?") and direct speech (e.g. "You haven’t seen my reading
late. We could hear loud screams as the firemen were fighting the glasses anywhere, have you?") which make it more direct and
blaze. When we had started to think that all was lost, we were interesting for the reader. Also, the description in Model B is
amazed to see that two fireman had rescued him from the blazing more detailed (e.g. "I picked up my glasses from the hall table")
building. and vivid, with the use of adjectives and adverbs (e.g. "ideal
Fortunately this time the fire brigade came quickly. The time", "quickly left", "Suddenly very relieved…").
firemen soon managed to put the fire out. We were very concerned ñ Model B uses a wider variety of tenses than Model A (e.g. past
and were relieved to hear that nobody was injured. Then we felt continuous, past simple, past perfect, present perfect, present
more relaxed and were able to sit down and have our dinner. simple) which mainly uses past simple in short sentences.
ñ Model A uses simplistic adjectives and adverbs (e.g. "very
25 Answer Key surprised", "nice colours", "really liked", "happy", "afraid"), while
3 Shocked, she cried for hours. Model B makes more interesting use of adverbs and adjectives
4 Screaming loudly, they ran out of the room. (e.g. "quickly left", "suddenly, the horse’s legs…", "odd",
5 Injured, she went to hospital. "previously", "cheerful", "shaken").
6 Pretending to be qualified, he got the job. ñ Apart from the use of direct speech and rhetorical questions
7 Relieved, he caught the last train. already mentioned, Model B makes use of linking words (It was
8 Seeing a large black rat, they were terrified. odd, though, because previously…") and a variety of
structures including subordinate sentences and participles
26 a./b. Answer Key (e.g. I was admiring the colours when, suddenly, the horse’s
legs…", ‘Putting on my glasses, I went over…" "Shaken, I went
a Have you ever had, had, went (1)
home" etc)
b took, had just finished (4)
c noticed, had left (3)
30 Suggested Answer Key
d got, left, ran, told, had already left (6)
e failed (2) A ñ Julie and Frank/reached destination/couldn’t believe
f arrived, had postponed (8) what had happened
g had been calling, had slept (5) ñ Land completely flat/no mountains/no lakes/nobody in
h had been waiting, was striking / struck (7) sight

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ñ Sure you followed map?/yes, completely sure/very careful/ 4 Answer Key

can’t be right place/what has happened? 1 gave 4 won 7 promote
ñ Checked map/had taken correct route/ where 2 studied 5 keep 8 admitted
mountains?/where lakes?/where beautiful scenery? 3 run 6 fee 9 vocation
ñ Night was falling/ suddenly saw man riding pony/asked
where they were 5 Answer Key
ñ Discovered they had mistaken the place name/"Volino"/
1 A 2 B 3 D 4 A 5 B
not "Volina"
ñ Eventually right road/very late/tired but happy and relieved
6 a. Answer Key
B ñ Early morning/Helen and George/ arrived remote Indian 1 b 2 a 3 a 4 b
village/hiking
ñ Found simple accommodation/wash/put on strong b. Suggested Answer Key
mosquito repellant
A: What’s Andrew’s phone number?
ñ Food and water/set out/day’s hillwalking/deep forest/
B: I don’t know. Look it up in the telephone directory.
butterflies/beautiful flowers
ñ Large numbers butterflies following them/different A: You didn’t do very well in the bicycle race!
colours/different sizes/couldn’t understand what was B: No, I couldn’t keep up with the others at all!
happening/ wouldn’t go away/stayed with them all day/
A: We’ve a lot to revise for the History exam, haven’t we?
no problem/ but very strange
B: Mmm, I’m going to go over it all again tonight.
ñ Later in the day/ other strange flying insects/couldn’t get
rid of them/worst of all, in the evening, mosquitoes/ A: You’ve missed a lot of that TV serial, haven’t you?
swarms of them/big problem B: Yes, but I’m sure I’ll catch up with everything soon.
ñ Back to the village/realised they had sprayed Helen’s hair
spray/ not mosquito repellant/laughed a lot/won’t forget 7 Answer Key
this day in a hurry 1 C 3 C 5 D
2 B 4 A 6 C

8 Answer Key
Unit 8 1 C 3 B 5 C 7 A 9 C
2 D 4 D 6 D 8 B 10 A
1 a. Suggested Answer Key
A: What about careers counselling? 9 Suggested Answer Key
B: Well, no, we’ve never had that in our school.
A: I need to get this film developed by 6 o’clock.
A: What about foreign languages? B: You could go to Dixon’s. I always get mine developed there.
B: Oh yes, we’ve always had them in our school. etc
A: I should have the tyres of my bike changed.
B: You can go to Jimmy’s. I had my bike repaired there last week.
b. Answer Key
1 detention 5 sandpit A: We need to get a cake made for Anna’s birthday.
2 school reports 6 science experiments B: Why don’t you go to A Piece of Cake? I had a cake made there
3 foreign languages 7 climbing frame for my graduation party and it was really delicious.
4 Careers counselling A: We could have the living room painted by Wilson’s Home
Decorating.
2 Answer Key B: Yes, they do a great job! I had my bedroom redecorated by
A: The microscope shouldn’t be in the computer lab! them last month.
B: No! It should be in the science lab!
10 Answer Key
A: The cutlery shouldn’t be in the science lab!
B: No! It should be in the canteen! 1 is considered to be the
2 amused by the student’s
A: The piano shouldn’t be in the canteen! 3 uniforms must be worn by
B: No! It should be in the music room! 4 was opened by the
5 were frightened by the monster
3 a. Suggested Answer Key 6 will be taken by
B: Right. Then we have primary education. That’s for younger 7 was written by
children, I suppose. 8 will have my house painted
A: Yes. And secondary education for older children. 9 not worth calling her
B: Mmm, then there’s boarding and non-boarding. 10 prevented us from going
A: I think a boarding school is a school you live in.
B: Yes, and you go home for the holidays, or the weekends. 11 Answer Key
1 musical 5 irresponsible
b. Answer Key 2 performance 6 boredom
1 b 3 d 5 f 7 a 3 revision 7 punishment
2 e 4 c 6 g 4 criminal 8 appearance
(Ss’ own answers)

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12 Answer Key e. Suggested Answer Key

1 off 5 resit 9 lesson Student B uses natural hesitation: I’m not sure, I suppose, It
2 behind 6 for 10 look depends.
3 single-sex 7 by 11 with
4 had 8 have/get 12 out 19 a. Answer Key
1 b 2 a
13 Answer Key
In dialogue 1 Speaker B is expressing certainty while in
1 B 3 A 5 A 7 C
dialogue 2 he/she is expressing doubt.
2 D 4 C 6 A
b. Suggested Answer Key
14 Answer Key
1 A: Do you think our country will get a medal in the next
1 either 6 ✓ 11 own
Olympic Games?
2 too 7 ✓ 12 ✓
B: Definitely. I’d put all my money on it! Our weight lifting
3 only 8 being 13 ✓
team is one of the best in the world. We also have
4 have 9 on 14 be
some great athletes in track and field and gymnastics.
5 the 10 so 15 that
A: I hope you’re right.
B: Trust me!
15 Answer Key
1 that 6 only 11 their 2 A: They said the local sports club will extend its opening
2 who 7 even 12 one hours for the summer.
3 with 8 both 13 will B: Well, I’m not sure. It doesn’t look like it. There’s not
4 most 9 a 14 sometimes/might/could enough staff to do that.
5 to 10 say 15 the A: I hope you’re wrong.
B: So do I! But I wouldn’t put all my money on it!
16 a. (Ss’ own answers) 3 A: I heard that Vanessa Williams may take part in the
next national song contest. Do you think she will?
b. Suggested Answers Key B: No doubt about it. I saw an interview on TV last night
ñ encourage parents to take part in school life (parents, and she said she’s already decided on a song.
family) A: I hope you’re right.
ñ is surrounded by greenery (beautiful green area) B: Trust me!
ñ is particularly suitable for talented children (gifted) 4 A: Do you think Mr Adams will give us a test tomorrow?
ñ has a system where each student … (personal tutors) B: I doubt it. It’s still too early for a test and we haven’t
had any time for revision.
c. Answer Key A: I hope you’re right.
1
2
B
E } in any order 8
9
D
E
B: Trust me!

3
4
D
C
10
11
B
F } in any order 20 a. Answer Key
1 believe/feel 4 mind 7 concerned
5 B 12 A 2 view 5 favour 8 see
6
7
A
E
13
14
D
E } in any order 3 appears 6 agree/disagree

b. Answer Key
d. Answer Key
1 I am in favour of the plan to build a new grammar school
I would recommend either Breakspear or Deansfield. in our area.
2 To my mind, the government’s decision to introduce new
17 a. Suggested Answer Key exams in secondary school was completely wrong.
Ss need to listen for the following kind of information: 3 I believe that the council will reconsider its decision to
1 name of a place 6 type of activity demolish the old town hall.
2 number (age) 7 an event, e.g. concert 4 The way I see it, everyone should get a secondary
3 date 8 type of place education nowadays.
4 language 9 surname 5 In my opinion, encouraging sports at school is good for
5 activities 10 phone number everyone.
6 As far as I’m concerned, all children should learn about
b. Answer Key computers.
1 summer school 6 dancing 7 I strongly agree with the suggestion to build a swimming
2 13-15 7 Festival pool in our area.
3 4 August 8 Theme Park 8 It seems to me that there are some drawbacks to starting
4 French 9 Green school at 8.00 am.
5 activities 10 396 5427
21 Answer Key
18 a./b./c./d. See Tapescript Section Unit 8, Ex. 18 1 B 3 D 5 C 7 A
2 C 4 A 6 D 8 C

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1 lastly 4 since 7 to sum up A I am writing with regard to the decision to stop the school bus
2 what is more 5 as a result service. I strongly disagree with this decision , as a large
3 for instance 6 nevertheless number of children use this service. Without this service, how
will all these children get to school? I would strongly advise
b. Suggested Answer Key you to reconsider your decision.
2 The woodwork teacher always spoke very quietly. As a B The plan to plant 1,000 trees in our area is very welcome. I am
result, many students did the wrong thing and ended up totally in favour of this idea. It will greatly improve the
with strange-looking coffee tables. appearance of our town. As well as providing much-needed
3 Some students found the theory part of Music greenery, the trees will give protection in the winter and shade
Appreciation a little dull. However, they enjoyed listening in the summer. I sincerely hope that this plan will be carried out
to the recordings and going to concerts. soon.
4 Everyone found that World Politics was absolutely
fascinating. Therefore, it was by far the most popular C I am writing in connection with your decision to close the
optional subject. school canteen. I wish to express my disapproval. Obviously,
5 We all felt that the Japanese teacher should go much this decision will cause many problems as the children will
more slowly, because students could not understand what have to bring packed lunches. Their mothers will have to
she was saying. prepare these lunches for them, which takes up a lot of time.
6 A lot of people thought that Nature Studies was badly
organized. For example, we never knew what time the 28 Suggested Answer Key
field trips were supposed to start. A ñ Second-hand clothes shop/ best idea
ñ Many retired people in this area/ enjoy browsing in shops
23 Answer Key ñ Area quite wealthy/ ensure high quality clothing
1 c 3 a 4 b ñ Retired people willing to work in shop without payment/ an
interest/ something different to do/ meet their friends there
Suggested Answer Key ñ Advantages to bakery/ no bakery in town/ people would
2 However, having an 24-hour grocery market would also have go there
a number of benefits for local residents. ñ Clothes shop best/ less trouble/ no waste/ charge more
money
24 Answer Key B ñ Feel very strongly/ arts subjects certainly of use
1 e 2 d 3 b 4 a 5 c ñ Arguments of people who think the opposite: not
practical/ can’t earn money from poetry and literature/
25 Suggested Answer Key what is important is business, computers, etc.
1 I am of the opinion that small animals should be allowed on ñ Some truth in this, but/ many careers, e.g. teaching, work
local buses and taxis. If they are in a proper animal carrier, I in museums, etc.
really do not see what harm they can do to anyone. People ñ Arts subjects help develop the whole person/ the imagination
who want to travel with their animal will always be very ñ Free time/ people don’t want to think about business,
careful with them. After all, which causes more noise and computers, "practical" things/ not relaxing
disruption: three young children or a small dog in a carrier? ñ Everyone should realise/ place for both arts and science
subjects
2 Extending café opening hours will cause a lot of extra
problems for residents. There will be more noise much later in
the evening. The young people, especially, are extremely noisy
when they leave the cafés: they laugh and sing and play loud
music. Sometimes they also throw sweet papers and cigarette
Unit 9
butts into people’s gardens. We would rather not have to clean
1 a. Answer Key
up after these people every morning.
A spray chemical pesticides
3 Stopping Sunday buses will have a number of advantages. B hunt endangered species
One advantage is that the bus drivers will be able to relax with C dump rubbish
their families on a Sunday, just like everyone else. This is also D fell trees
true for the people who work in the bus station. Another E produce nuclear power
advantage is that there will be a lot less traffic on our roads F throw litter
and Sunday will be a quiet, peaceful day of rest for everyone.
b. Suggested Answer Key
26 Answer Key
ñ A: I was reading an article the other day about how
1 the source of much disagreement (formal) many chemical pesticides are being sprayed on crops.
2 It looks like the first thing I need to do (informal) B: Yes, I know. It’s really terrible. They contaminate food.
3 numerous instances (formal)
4 strongly disagree with (formal) ñ A: I was reading an article the other day about how
5 feel very strongly (formal) many endangered species are being hunted.
B: Yes, I know. It’s really terrible. It causes animal extinction.
ñ A: I was reading an article the other day about how
much rubbish is being dumped.
B: Yes, I know.It’s really terrible. It pollutes the environment.

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ñ A: I was reading an article the other day about how 4 A: I wish people would cut down fewer trees!
many trees are being felled. B: Yes, if they did that, a lot of the earth’s forests would be
B: Yes, I know. It’s really terrible. It causes deforestation. saved.
ñ A: I was reading an article the other day about how
9 Answer Key
much litter is being thrown on the streets.
B: Yes, I know. It’s really terrible. It encourages disease. 1 is supposed to make you 5 unless she starts to
2 is likely to be 6 are about to leave
2 Answer Key 3 did not like anything 7 in case it
4 is bound to print 8 on condition that you
1 a devastation 5 a rubbish
b destruction b residue
10 Answer Key
2 a disaster 6 a pollutes
b damage b contaminates 1 species 4 long 7 from 9 of
3 a resources 7 a decline 2 on 5 only 8 bank 10 in
b sources b lowering 3 on 6 would
4 a starvation 8 a natural
b famine b Physical 11 Answer Key
1 C 3 C 5 D 7 C
3 Answer Key 2 B 4 A 6 B 8 B
1 reserve 4 development 7 ecosystem
2 pesticides 5 farming 8 warnings 12 Answer Key
3 scheme 6 packaging 1 knowledge 5 promotion 8 pollution
2 education 6 addition 9 decisions
4 Answer Key 3 unaware 7 information 10 personally
1 cut down on 4 look out for 7 give up 4 hopefully
2 throw away 5 end up with 8 use up
3 wrap up 6 end up 13 Answer Key
1 not 3 as 5 had 7 even
5 Answer Key 2 that 4 been 6 if
1 difference 4 effect 6 friendly
2 extinction 5 waste 7 supply 14 Answers Key
3 engineered 1 C 4 C 7 C 10 C 13 B
2 A 5 A 8 B 11 C 14 C
Suggested Answer Key 3 B 6 B 9 C 12 A 15 D
1 Yes, it does! It saves a lot of the Earth’s resources.
2 Really? I didn’t know that. That’s awful. 15 a. Suggested Answer Key
3 You’re probably right. They’re far too big. Ss may not know what the word bog means. However, they
4 That’s what I thought, too. can infer from the title that the text will be about the
5 Oh, that’s so irresponsible! environment with reference to Ireland. They might also guess
6 Good for you! They’re more expensive, though. that bogs are connected with the ecosystem, which is
7 That’s probably because there is not much demand for them important for the environment (‘contribution’).
yet.
Both words are frequently mentioned in the text. They are
most frequently used in the second paragraph, where the
6 Answer Key
writer explains what the terms “bog” and “peat” mean.
Across Down
3 solar 1 waste b. Suggested Answer Key
5 acid 2 fossil
We can see a flat place with small hills and pools of water. We
7 genetically 4 aware
can also see different kinds of plants growing. It probably
9 bottle 6 natural
smells quite damp. Maybe it smells like rotting leaves, but it
10 global 8 energy
probably doesn’t smell bad. It feels like walking on a giant
sponge: our feet go down, then come up again. Our footsteps
7 Answer Key
make watery sounds. Maybe also the sounds are like walking
1 C 3 A 5 D 7 C 9 A on an old wooden floor.
2 D 4 B 6 A 8 B 10 A
c. Answer Key
8 Answer Key
1 F 3 G 5 C
2 A: I wish people would use alternative sources of energy 2 A 4 B 6 E
more.
B: Yes, if they did that, it would save a lot of the earth’s d. Suggested Answer Key
resources.
Information to be used:
3 A: I wish people would use ozone - friendly products. ñ Sphagnum moss (different colours)
B: Yes, if they did that, there wouldn’t be this hole in the ñ Carnivorous plant(s)
ozone layer. ñ Gorse
ñ Heather
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ñ Bog cotton A: Wouldn’t you like to give it a go?

ñ cranberry flowers and cranberries B: I’m not sure if I’d enjoy it …
ñ red deer (having a bath?) A: Come along and see what it’s like!
ñ otters
ñ badgers c. Suggested answers
ñ "jewel" beetles A: Have you ever thought of sponsoring a wild animal on an
ñ dragonflies African game reserve?
ñ ground-nesting birds B: Well, I never gave it much thought, really …
A: Why don’t you give it a try?
e. (Ss’ own work) B: Oh, I don’t know …
A: You’ll never know until you try it!
16 a. Suggested Answer Key
A: Did you ever consider becoming a Young Member of the
planting trees: garden, branch(es), shade, grow, seeds, forest
Green Party?
using the car less: walk, on foot, drive, habit, public transport,
B: Well, I never really thought about it …
bus
A: Wouldn’t you like to give it a go?
organic farming: pesticides, natural, produce, products,
B: It’s not really the kind of thing I’m good at …
environment
A: Oh go on! You might enjoy it!
saving energy: turn on/off, lights, heating, electricity, use (less)
adopting a wild animal: save, help, take care of, money, pet A: How would you feel about helping clean up the beaches
changing to solar power: cheap, sun, save, heat / hot around the coast?
B: Oh, I don’t know if it’s my kind of thing …
b. Answer Key A: Try it once and see what you think!
Speaker 1 D Speaker 4 B B: I’m not sure if I’d enjoy it …
Speaker 2 F Speaker 5 C A: Oh come on! It might be different to what you think!
Speaker 3 A
19 a. Answer Key
c. Suggested Answer Key who: which which: who whose: who
A: Why don’t you use the car less? It’s really worthwhile.
B: Oh, I never gave it much thought … b. Suggested answers
A: I think you should. It will help reduce pollution. 1 Edgar Allan Poe’s Tales of Mystery and Imagination is only
for those who love the supernatural.
A: Why don’t you change to organic farming?
2 It is a book full of terrifying stories (which are) about
B: Oh, I never gave it much thought …
murder, death and the power of the imagination.
A: I think you should. It’s much kinder to the environment.
3 This is a frightening book, which will have you looking
A: Why don’t you make an effort to save energy?
under the bed before you get into it!
B: Oh, I never gave it much thought …
A: I think you should. It will eventually make a difference, you
c. Suggested answers
know.
1 This is part of a film review.
A: Why don’t you adopt a wild animal?
B: Oh, I never gave it much thought … A Fish called Wanda is full of eccentric and obsessive people
A: I think you should. You will be helping an endangered whose lives are ruled by great passions. The film features both
species. British and American stars, whose marvellous performance
guarantees your enjoyment. The director, Charles Crichton, is a
A: Why don’t you change to solar power? veteran of Ealing Studios in London, (which is) the world’s
B: Oh, I never gave it much thought. oldest film studio.
A: I think you should. It’s a completely natural form of energy.
2 This is part of a CD review.
17 a./b. See Tapescript Section – Unit 9, Ex. 17
The Best of Leonard Cohen features songs from his early
c. Answer key career, which are still as fresh and meaningful today as they
were forty years ago. The earlier songs, like Suzanne and Bird
ñ asks the examiner to repeat the instructions in an appropriate
on a Wire, are in the style of traditional folk ballads, whose
way A
literary quality was highly unusual at the time, and still is
ñ makes excessive use of linkers B
today. Famous Blue Raincoat and Last Year’s Man are songs
from the 70s whose emotional lyrics and black humour signal
18 a. Answer Key
the eternal originality of this artist.
ñ makes a suggestion A ("How would you feel about …?")
ñ expresses reservations B ("Oh, I don’t know…", "Oh, it’s not 20 a. Answer Key
my kind of thing really")
1 box-office 3 fascinating
ñ tries to persuade the other to do something A ("Why don’t
2 dramatic 4 gripping
you give it a try?", "Try it! You might be surprised!")
b. Answer Key
b. Suggested answer
1 timeless 3 rich
A: Would you be interested in coming on a "Save the
2 best-selling 4 catchy
Whales!" demonstration?
B: Well, I’m not sure …

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c. Suggested Answer Key 23 a. Answer Key

Educating Rita is the moving story of a tough, working-class No, they are not consistent. The recommendations do not
woman who wants to change her life. Rita is a lively match the comments.
hairdresser who wants to do a university degree. This heart- b. Answer Key
warming film is directed by Lewis Gilbert, who also directed 1 highly recommend ➝ wouldn’t recommend
Shirley Valentine. The cast includes Julie Walters as Rita, and It’s a must! ➝ Wait until it comes out on video.
Michael Caine as Frank, a disillusioned college lecturer who 2 It’s a bore to read. ➝ It is a highly entertaining read.
eventually agrees to help her. Walters gives an unforgettable Don’t bother with this one.➝ I strongly recommend it.
performance, and Caine, who had to put on a lot of weight 3 It is a highly entertaining read. ➝ It is a bore to read.
and grow a beard to play the role, is superb, as always. It’s certainly at the top of my list. ➝ Don’t bother with
Far from the Madding Crowd, by Thomas Hardy, tells the this one.
timeless story of the beautiful Bathsheba Everdene. The only
daughter of a well-to-do farmer, this spoilt and difficult young 24 Suggested Answer Key
woman is loved by three men. One is a steady and reliable This is an amazing film. The acting is spectacular and the special
farmer, one is a wealthy landowner and one is a weak and effects have to be seen to be believed. Best of all, though, this is a
greedy soldier. This is a dramatic story with many unexpected film that makes you think. If you let it, it will shake you out of your
twists. ordinary, everyday life, and lead you into another dimension. This
The Beatles 1 is a collection of the group’s number one hits film is a must. Don’t miss it!
from the 1960s. It includes such popular songs as She Loves
You, I Want to Hold your Hand, and A Hard Day’s Night. Most 25 Suggested Answer Key
of the 27 songs on this CD are unforgettable and timeless, A ñ Massive Classics – Music You Can’t Relax To/Label: Virgin
from the catchy tunes of Eleanor Rigby and Paperback Writer Classics/66 mins.
to the rich melodies of Yesterday and Hey Jude. If there is ñ 19 tracks/ 17 classical composers/17th – 20th century
anyone out there who has never heard of the Beatles, this is an ñ all tracks noisy and exciting/e.g. Wagner: Ride of the
excellent introduction. Valkyries, Holst: Mars, the Bringer of War, Orff: Carmina
Burana
21 Answer Key ñ you will recognise many of these/e.g. Vivaldi: Summer
1 Released in 1997, Riverdance – Music from the Show features (The Four Seasons), Grieg: In the Hall of the Mountain
the music of the show that took place during the interval of the King (Peer Gynt)
1994 Eurovision Song Contest in Dublin. ñ for people of all ages/easy to listen to
2 Written by Bill Whelan, each of the 16 tracks on this CD is very ñ CD will be a sell-out/good as a present/ good for
beautiful and very appealing. everyone/ highly recommend
3 Accused of murdering a man on his boat, the Japanese B ñ Sleepless in Seattle/romantic comedy/Tom Hanks and
American is eventually convicted of the crime. Med Ryan
4 Focusing on this story, the film also includes a number of sub- ñ Story of Sam Baldwin (Hanks), lonely widower/and Annie
plots through which we learn about the historical Reed (Ryan), engaged to another man/Baldwin’s son
background. Jonah thinks they should marry each other
5 Having a number of unexpected twists, the film as a whole ñ Set in Seattle/ Jonah calls radio phone-in programme/his
takes you completely by surprise. father depressed and needs a wife/Annie hears Sam on
the radio/falls in love with him
22 a. Answer Key ñ Directed by Nora Ephron/ acting excellent/Hanks and
ñ who the characters are Ryan a wonderful screen couple
ñ who directed the film/ wrote the book ñ Ross Malinger (Jonah), 9 years old/beautiful and
ñ the main points of the plot convincing performance
ñ Very enjoyable film/for Hanks and Ryan fans/for anyone
b. Suggested answer who believes that love conquers all/well worth seeing/
don’t miss it
Farewell my Concubine (1993) is the story of two Chinese
actors during a difficult period in China’s history (1924 – 1977). C ñ The Little Prince (1943)/Antoine de Saint-Exupery/
Dieyi, played by Leslie Cheung, and Xiaolou, played by Zhang translated from French/Katherine Woods (1943)/ small
Fengyi, have been friends since early childhood and eventually book/ timeless message
become stars in the Chinese opera. The film is beautifully and ñ Story narrated by pilot/crashed Sahara Desert/ meets little
sensitively directed by Chen Kaige. prince there
ñ Little prince travels from planet to planet/each planet has
Girl with a Pearl Earring, by Tracy Chevalier, is set in 17th-
one person living on it/ narrator and reader learn prince’s
century Delft, a prosperous city in the Netherlands. It tells the
story/learn about friendship, love and truth
imaginary story behind the painting of the same name by
ñ Children’s story/ actually a story for everyone
Johannes Vermeer. The "girl", Griet, is a maid in the family of
ñ One of the best-known and popular books in French
the great painter. Griet, quite unintentionally, causes a lot of
literature/ a classic
trouble in the household, and ends up being painted by her
ñ Beautifully written/beautifully illustrated by Saint-Exupery
master.
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2 Answer Key
Unit 10 – The Cycle of Life
2 A: And what about Joseph and Sandra?
1 a. Answer Key B: Oh, they were almost able to sit up.
A: I suppose they were around six or seven months. Is this them?
1 a recovered c mended
b cured d healed 3 A: And what about Patrick?
B: Oh, all he did was eat and sleep.
2 a recipe c prescription
A: I suppose he was around two months. Is this him?
b receipt d instructions
4 A: And what about Grandfather?
3 a icy c freezing
B: Oh, he had retired about fifteen years previously.
b frozen d cold
A: I suppose he was around seventy-five. Is this him?
4 a nibbles c course
5 A: How about my other grandparents?
b dessert d starter
B: Oh, they had been married for forty-five years.
5 a slice c plate A: I suppose they were around sixty-five. Is this them?
b helping d dish
6 A: How about Uncle Larry?
B: Oh, he was just about to go to secondary school.
b. Suggested Answer Key
A: I suppose he was around eleven or twelve. Is this him?
1 A: How’s your brother?
B: Oh, his allergy is completely cured. 3 Answer Key
A: Is your grandmother still ill? 1 dictionary 3 company 5 house
B: No, she has recovered from the flu. 2 cake 4 salad
A: How is your broken toe?
4 Answer Key
B: It’s completely mended, thank goodness.
1 bills 3 circumstances 5 process
2 A: How should I defrost this fridge? 2 lifestyle 4 expectancy 6 number
B: You’d better check the instructions.
A: I wish I knew how to make pizza! 5 Suggested Answer Key
B: I’ve a really easy recipe I can give you! A: I don’t think it’s a good idea to eat pizza every day.
A: Can I get this mouthwash in the supermarket? B: No. Though it’s high in protein, it’s also high in calories.
B: No, you need a prescription. A: I think we should eat pasta quite often.
A: I think I’d like to change these new sunglasses. B: Yes, I agree. Though it’s high in calories, it’s also high in
B: Mmm, I hope you kept the receipt. carbohydrate.

3 A: I think I’ll turn on the central heating. A: I think we should eat fish at least once a week.
B: Yes, it’s actually freezing outside. B: Yes, I agree. It’s high in calcium and low in calories.

A: Do you think those flowers will be all right? A: I don’t think it’s a good idea to eat white rice too often.
B: I think so. It’s quite cold in this room. B: No. Though it’s high in carbohydrate, it’s low in protein.

A: I’m not sure whether to take the car or nor. A: I don’t think it’s a good idea to eat chocolate chip cookies every day.
B: Don’t. I think the roads might be icy. B: No. They’re low in protein and high in calories.

A: Oh, what a treat! Fresh peas! A: I think we should eat an apple every day.
B: Sorry, I’m afraid they’re frozen. B: Yes, I agree. Though they’re low in protein, they’re also low in fat.

4 A: What should we give them as a starter? A: I don’t think it’s a good idea to eat cornflakes every day.
B: Mmm, what about avocado salad? B: No. They’re high in carbohydrate and low in calcium.

A: That was an amazing dinner we had at Anne’s, wasn’t it? 6 Answer Key
B: After the first course, I felt that I couldn’t eat another
1 The island comes to life during the festive season.
thing!
2 Meat goes bad if you don’t put it in the fridge.
A: Mmmmmmm, these all look delicious! 3 Jane had the time of her life on holiday in Spain.
B: Yes, I never could resist nibbles! 4 My brother is a couch potato.
A: Would you like anything else? 5 I’m afraid I’ve got a sweet tooth so I find it hard to lose weight.
B: Mmm, I’d love some ice cream for dessert.
7 Answer Key
5 A: What can we put this chicken on?
1 c 3 h 5 g 7 i 9 d
B: I think it will fit on one of the big dinner plates.
2 f 4 a 6 e 8 b
A: What are you going to cook for your parents tomorrow?
Suggested Answer Key
B: I thought I’d make a fish dish.
1 He really should try to give it up.
A: What are you thinking about, Joe? 2 What would you suggest?
B: I’m thinking I’d love another helping of stew! 3 I was thinking that myself.
A: You shouldn’t eat anything! It’s almost dinner time! 4 I understand completely.
B: Oh, I’ll just have one slice of fruit cake. 5 I think they were quite right.
6 That’s always a good idea.

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7 Oh, I don’t think I could do that. A: I think an older person might be interested in going to the
8 You’re right, but where will we find the time? gym. What do you think?
9 Why don’t you change your job? B: Yes, I think so. Once their heart is in good condition, of
course!
8 Answer Key
A: I think an older person might be interested in doing a
1 C 2 C 3 D 4 A 5 B course/ going back to study. What do you think?
B: Yes, I think so. Once they have good eyesight, of course!
9 Answer Key
A: I think an older person might be interested in learning
1 C 3 A 5 A 7 D 9 A about computers. What do you think?
2 B 4 D 6 C 8 C 10 D B: Yes, I think so. Once they have an open mind, of course!
10 Answer Key A: I think an older person might be interested in cycling.
What do you think?
1 is the man whom I
B: Yes, I think so. Once they are fairly fit, of course!
2 eating sweets in order to
3 a map in case you A: I think an older person might be interested in gardening.
4 is giving off a funny What do you think?
5 eaten in that restaurant for B: Yes, I think so. Once they have good knees, of course!
6 because she had missed the
A: I think an older person might be interested in swimming.
7 to cut out chocolate from
What do you think?
8 concert which we saw was
B: Yes, I think so. Once they like the water, of course!
11 Answer Key A: I think an older person might be interested in weight
1 employment 5 encouragement training. What do you think?
2 preference 6 economical B: Yes, I think so. Once they’re in good shape to begin with, of
3 unhealthy 7 responsibility course!
4 promotion 8 forgetful A: I think an older person might be interested in golf. What
do you think?
12 Answer Key B: Yes, I think so. Once they can walk long distances, of course!
1 tooth 6 time 11 for
2 order 7 over 12 with c. Answer Key
3 who 8 couch 13 fit/healthy A sporting activities, physical activity, sports, keep-fit
4 have 9 case 14 for equipment, active, healthy
5 to 10 even 15 where
B sport, physical activity, physical fitness, physical exercise,
13 Answer Key walking, gardening, swimming

1 B 3 B 5 D 7 D 9 D C educational, travel, examinations, marks, enquiring mind,

2 A 4 D 6 B 8 D adventurous spirit, learning, instructors, programmes,
study, biking
14 Answer Key D sports, swimming, Cyberspace, physical health
1 ✓ 6 of 11 ✓
2 right 7 the 12 one d. Answer Key
3 to 8 ✓ 13 with 1 D 6 C 11 D
4 by 9 ✓ 14 want
5 a 10 have 15 all
2
3
C
D } in any order 7
8
A
D } in any order 12 B
13 A
4 C 9 B
15 Answer Key 5 A 10 C
1 can/will 6 because/that 11 from
2 at 7 even 12 that e. Suggested Answer Key
3 what 8 since 13 is/was I’ve chosen my grandfather. I think that the Elderhostel
4 they 9 been 14 who programme would suit him very well because he loves
5 for 10 not 15 a learning about new things and is a very adventurous person.
He would find it hard to choose a programme because he
16 a. Suggested Answer Key enjoys everything they do!
Old(er) people doing physical exercise/keeping fit/going back to
study/comparing old people today with old people in the past. 17 a. Suggested Answer Key
1 odd (C), trendy (B), handsome (A)
b. Suggested Answer Key 2 own house/ flat (C), specific (A), people (B)
A: I think an older person might be interested in travelling to 3 pool (B), food (C), hiking (A)
foreign countries. What do you think? 4 quite young (A), fairly old (C), quite old (B)
B: Yes, I think so. Once they have plenty of money, of course! 5 not overweight (B), no problem (A), enjoy (C)
6 home (C), school (A), old (B)
A: I think an older person might be interested in jogging.
7 family (B), society (A), outdoors (C)
What do you think?
8 athletics (C), aerobics (A), diving (B)
B: Yes, I think so. Once they’re in good health, of course!
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b. Answer Key 18 a./b./c./d. See Tapescript Section – Unit 10, Ex. 18.
1 C 3 B 5 C 7 A
2 A 4 C 6 B 8 B e. Answer Key
ñ Uses a variety of adjectives A
c. Suggested Answer Key ñ Covers the first part of the task only B
1 A: That’s your Dad when he was eighteen. ñ Hesitates excessively B
B: Wow! He was really handsome! He looks different now. ñ Justifies his/ her answers A
A: Wait till you’re in your fifties! ñ Makes correct use of modal verbs A

A: That’s your Dad when he was eighteen. 19 a. Answer Key

B: Wow! He looks quite trendy!
Expresses annoyance A
A: Yes, he always liked dressing well.
Expresses resignation B
2 A: Oh, I hate it when people smoke in restaurants! Disagrees and makes a suggestion A
B: Well, you have bad habits, too.
A: Yes, but they don’t affect other people’s health! b. Suggested Answer Key
A: Do you have to smoke? A: Don’t you hate it when people throw litter on the street
B: Look, I can smoke in my own house, can’t I? and dump their rubbish anywhere?
A: I suppose so. B: Oh, is it really worth making a fuss about it?
A: I don’t know, but we can always write to the newspapers.
3 A: So, what are you going to do about getting more
We can speak to people when we see them doing it.
exercise?
B: Well, I’ve decided to join a walking club.
c. Suggested Answer Key
A: Great idea!
A: I hate the way people park their cars where they shouldn’t!
A: You’re looking a bit thin, you know. B: Well, there’s nothing we can do about it really.
B: Mmmm, I’m going to eat larger meals from now on. A: Of course there is! We can take down their registration
A: You wouldn’t want to lose any more weight. numbers and report them to the police.
4 A: I’ve been offered a special package if I retire now. A: I can’t stand it when people jump the queue in the bank!
B: At fifty-five? That’s fantastic! I hope you’re going to take it! B: Well, what can we do?
A: Mmmm, I’m not sure. A: There’s always something we can do! We can go up to
A: I was thinking about taking early retirement. them and say something.
B: Oh, I think you should go on until you’re sixty-five. A: It really bugs me when shop assistants are rude!
A: It might be nice to have some free time. B: Well, there’s nothing we can do about it really.
5 A: You’ll have to change all your eating habits, you know. A: Of course there is! We can walk out of the shop.
B: Oh, that won’t be difficult for me.
A: Just wait! ñ People hum loudly when playing their walkman on the
bus/ ask them to stop
A: You really shouldn’t have a third slice of chocolate cake! ñ People eat crisps during a film or play/ tell them they’re
B: Oh, I’m not overweight! annoying us
A: So why are all your clothes so tight? ñ Young people don’t give their seat to older people on the
6 A: Tom, why have you not done your homework? bus/ suggest that they do
B: Emmmmm ... I had to visit my grandmother last night.
A: Hmmm. Well, make sure it’s done by tomorrow. 20 Suggested Answer Key
A: Brian, will you help me wash the car this evening? I would be grateful if you could send me some details about the
B: I was hoping to go out, Dad. Would tomorrow morning job.
be okay? I would like to know how old I have to be.
A: Yes, sure. I would appreciate it if you could let me know what kind of job it is.
I am interested in finding out which island I will be working on.
7 A: Why do you want to be a farmer? Could you tell me which months I will have to work?
B: Well, my father’s a farmer, and I’ve never wanted to do Could you let me know how many hours I will have to work?
anything else. I would like to know how much the job pays.
A: Mmmm, I can understand that.
A: Do you want to be a farmer because you like working 21 Suggested Answer Key
with animals? Dear Tim,
B: No, it’s because I love working outdoors. I just had to write and say thanks for inviting me down for the
A: Ah, I see. weekend to your place in the country.
8 A: Are you going to the six-thirty aerobics class? I’m really sorry, but I’ve arranged to go on a fishing trip that
B: No, I’ll go to the seven-fifteen. I want to do some weekend and it’s too late to back out now. You know how mad I am
stretching exercises first. about fishing and this is a chance I just can’t miss!
A: Okay, see you!
22 Suggested Answer Key
A: Do you think the ground’s a bit slippy this evening?
B: Mmm, maybe it’s last night’s rain. The task is to write a report making suggestions on how the coffee
A: It’s particularly bad on the inside track. bar could attract more young people.

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Answer Key I can hear the sound of small waves against the pier and the
A Purpose D Menu side of the boat. I can hear the fishermen’s voices in the
B Décor E Conclusion distance. I can hear the occasional splash of a fish jumping.
C Facilities There is the smell of fish from the net and the boat. I can smell
the perfume from the flowers on the bush.
Suggested Answer Key I feel very peaceful and lazy. I just want to sit and admire the view.
We need to change our opening hours and extend them. There is
ñ The weather: hot
no point in being open from 5.00 PM, as young people do not want
ñ The view: stunning
to come in so early. If we opened two hours later and closed two
ñ The sand: golden
hours later, at 12.00, we would attract a lot more young people,
ñ The sea: turquoise
who like to stay out late.
ñ The clouds: fluffy
ñ The island: mysterious
23 a. Suggested Answer Key
1 He drove his father’s car, although/even though/in spite of b. Suggested Answer Key
the fact that/but he hasn’t/hadn’t passed his driving test.
I awoke that first, hot morning in Thailand to the noisy hustle
2 They wanted to buy a new car, even though/although/ in
and bustle of the merchants outside my small hotel room. I
spite of the fact that/but it was too expensive.
couldn’t wait to see what was going on, so I jumped out of bed
3 Julie didn’t go on the cruise,/because/since she couldn’t
and threw open the window which looked onto the narrow
afford it.
stretch of river below. The sight was unbelievable. Women in
4 He became a chef because/ since he loves cooking.
colourful traditional clothes and straw hats were paddling
5 We had to pay for the meal even though/although/in
their wooden boats down the river in order to buy fresh fruit,
spite of the fact that/but we didn’t enjoy it.
vegetables and fish from the various merchants. The exotic
6 He didn’t graduate from school, although/but he’s a
smells and sounds of the floating market filled the humid air,
wealthy man today.
and I rushed out because I wanted to be part of them.
In spite of the fact that/Even though/Although he didn’t
graduate from school, he’s a wealthy man today.
25 a. Suggested Answer Key
b. Suggested Answer Key Characters: Jane, her family, her mother.
1 confused 6 terrified
1 The main advantage is that you can go wherever you like,
2 happy 7 nothing
whenever you like.
3 frightened 8 optimistic
2 People of all ages are finding that it is much easier and
4 carefree 9 delighted/relieved
much more convenient to "shop" from the comfort of their
5 anxious 10 determined
own homes.
3 The main disadvantage is the noise.
b. Suggested Answer Key
4 This is because more and more people are discovering the
many advantages of staying in their own country. 1 flooded 9 approached
5 One of the most important of these is using alternative 2 opened 10 moved
sources of energy. 3 smiled 11 saw
6 First impressions are almost totally based on what people 4 thought 12 swerved
see and this means your clothes, hair and shoes. 5 had spent 13 felt
6 had started 14 was travelling
24 a. Suggested Answer Key 7 waved 15 had almost collided
In the first picture, I can see a river or a canal which is very 8 set 16 had managed/managed
crowded. I can see people in small boats wearing big hats. One
Jane couldn’t remember anything about what had happened
boat is full of large green vegetables like cabbages. I can see
next. She learnt from her mother afterwards that she had been
reflections in the water.
taken to hospital in an ambulance, and that she was
I can hear people calling to each other, and the sound of oars
unconscious there for ten days. When she regained
in the water.
consciousness, she felt miserable. She didn’t think she would
I can smell fish frying in the houses beside the river, and I can
ever get her life back together again. It was her mother who
smell the wood, which is warm in the sun.
encouraged her not to give up.
I feel like a stranger, because everything is very new to me. I
also feel excited, because I want to learn about this new Jane spent many months in hospital. Her cuts gradually
culture and I know it will be a challenge. healed and her broken bones mended slowly. Finally, one day
she realised that she felt positive and optimistic. Soon after
ñ The weather: humid
this, the day came that she had been waiting for: she could go
ñ The people: busy
home. She knew now that there was still a life there waiting for
ñ Their clothes: brightly-coloured
her and she was going to recover fully and live it!
ñ The merchants: noisy
ñ The atmosphere: exciting
26 a. Answer Key
In the second picture, I can see clear, blue sea, and an island in P = positive N = negative
the distance. The sky is blue with a lot of white clouds. In the Books: dull read (N), gripping novel (P), dramatic twist (P),
foreground, there is a kind of jetty, or pier, made of wood, and I [thrilling plot (P)]
think there is a boat tied up. There is a fishing net on the Films: fast-paced film (P), thrilling plot (P), poor acting (N),
ground and a large green bush. Also on the pier I can see some [dramatic twist (P)]
kind of fishing equipment, but I don’t know what it is. CDs: catchy tune (P), rich sound (P), weak lyrics (N)
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b. Suggested Answer Key Content:

Films: ñ Green Card ñ Meet the Parents ñ Introduction: Reference to advertisement, expression of
Books: ñ Lord Jim ñ The Pearl interest, reason for writing (to ask information).
CDs: ñ Chicago ñ Giants of Jazz ñ Main body: (1 or 2 paragraphs) – (Indirect) questions as
directed in rubric about:
Green Card is about a Frenchman who marries an American – requirements - hours, dates, languages, experience
woman he doesn’t know, in order to be a legal resident in the – what is offered - salary, foreign travel
USA. The woman marries him because she needs a husband, ñ Conclusion: Reference to future contact, closing remarks
in order to be able to rent an apartment with a roof garden.
Meet the Parents is a comedy about a young man meeting Part 2
the parents of the girl he loves and wants to marry.
Lord Jim, by Joseph Conrad, is the story of an English boy who 2 Article
becomes a sailor when he is very young. Language: Semi-formal, lively, personal style, range of descriptive
The Pearl, by John Steinbeck, tells the story of a Mexican pearl vocabulary.
fisherman and his family. They are very poor, but one day he Content:
finds a large pearl. This changes their lives for ever. ñ Eye-catching title
Chicago is the CD of the music from the film of the same name. ñ Introduction: Interesting opening remarks, identify favourite
Giants of Jazz has old jazz favourites by Louis Armstrong and holiday resort.
Billie Holiday. ñ Main body: (1 or 2 paragraphs) Attractions of holiday resort
(e.g. location, natural beauty, facilities, nightlife, etc.)
For those of you who like romantic comedy, Green Card is a must! ñ Conclusion: Closing remarks e.g. summarise points,
Meet the Parents is a silly film and not very believable. Wait recommend visiting the resort.
until it comes out on video.
I wouldn’t recommend Lord Jim because it is slow-moving 3 Story
and a bore to read. Language: Narrative style, past tenses, range of descriptive
The Pearl seems to be a simple story, but in fact there is a lot vocabulary, time words/phrases, could include some direct speech.
more to it than first meets the eye. Give it a chance. Content:
The music from Chicago is fantastic. I definitely recommend ñ Catchy title
that you add this CD to your collection! ñ Introduction: Must begin with sentence given in rubric, set
Giants of Jazz is a must for all jazz lovers! scene.
ñ Main body: (1 or 2 paragraphs) Chronological account of
events and reactions leading up to climax event.
ñ Conclusion: Reactions/feelings/final comments.
Practice Test
4 Informal Letter
Paper 1 – Reading Language: Informal style (e.g. short forms, colloquial language,
Part 1 phrasal verbs etc). Informal greeting and ending (Dear Penny, ........
Best wishes/Love/Yours, Bill).
1 H 3 D 5 A 7 G Content:
2 F 4 I 6 E ñ Introduction: Opening remarks, reference to penfriend’s letter,
reason for writing.
Part 2 ñ Main body: (1 or 2 paragraphs) Descriptive details about new
8 B 10 A 12 C 14 B house and new school including feelings about them.
9 C 11 C 13 A ñ Conclusion: Closing remarks (e.g. reference to future events/
letter/contact)
Part 3
15 A 16 E 17 H 18 D 19 F 20 G Paper 3 – Use of English
Part 4 Part 1
21
22
A
B
28
29
A
C } in any order 34
35
B
A
1 A
2 C
4
5
D
C
7
8
D
A
10
11
C
D
13
14
B
C
23
24
C
D } in any order 30
31
C
D } in any order 3 B 6 B 9 D 12 A 15 B
25
26
A
B
32
33
B
D } in any order Part 2
27 C 16 which 21 are 26 they
17 even 22 well 27 a
18 with 23 from 28 lot
Paper 2 – Writing 19 that 24 as 29 be
20 time 25 can/may/might/could 30 than
Part 1
1 Formal letter Part 3
Language: Polite, formal style throughout. Information given in 31 ... hadn’t/had not seen Janet for ...
task should be rephrased. Formal greeting and ending (Dear Mr 32 ... sold me his old ...
Murphy, ... Yours sincerely,). 33 ... to have my costume made ...

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34 ... aren’t/are not allowed to talk ... b. (Student B - approx. 20 seconds)

35 ... Jonathan nor Lynne speak(s) ... Answer yes or no with brief reasons
36 ... whose father is a ...
37 ... the housework be done ... c. (Student B - 1 minute)
38 ... has difficulty in understanding ...
– name forms of transport (train/bus)
39 ... advised me to take ...
– mention similarities between pictures ( both getting off,
40 ... him if he knew ...
businesspeople, smart clothes)
– mention differences between pictures (man/women, grey
Part 4
hair/brown hair, carrying briefcase and raincoat/looking at
41 of 44 ✓ 47 even 50 for 53 such watch, on station platform/on pavement outside)
42 a 45 so 48 the 51 been 54 must – express preference for train or bus and give reasons (e.g. faster,
43 ✓ 46 being 49 ✓ 52 ✓ 55 have more comfortable, can walk around, no traffic jams)

Part 5 d. (Student A - approx. 20 seconds)

56 postal 60 monthly 64 immediately Describe usual way of travelling to work/school (e.g. by bus, by
57 selection 61 preference 65 additional metro, by car, on foot, by bicycle and expand with relevant details)
58 directly 62 delivery 66 sensational
59 unlimited 63 packaging Part 3
(Students A and B - 3 minutes)
– Discuss usefulness of all items pictured
Paper 4 – Listening e.g. alarm clock – to wake up to catch buses/boats, join morning
tours
Part 1 travel diary – to note down experiences and impressions, to
1 B 3 C 5 A 7 A remember later
2 B 4 B 6 C 8 B plugs and adaptors – to use electrical equipment e.g. mobile
phone charger, hairdryer, electric shaver; adaptors needed if
Part 2 sockets different from at home
tickets – essential for travelling by plane/train/boat
9 engineering factory 14 test run
sunglasses – to protect eyes if sunny, especially in summer
10 steam train 15 tragic accident
suitcase – to carry clothes and other personal items
11 a driver 16 two/2 (round) trips
passport – essential for travelling to another country
12 fifteen / 15 17 stress
13 (Monday) September 15(th) 18 steamship
– Suggest two more useful items and explain usefulness
e.g. sunhat – to avoid sunstroke in summer
Part 3 camera – to take pictures of people and sights
19 A 20 C 21 B 22 D 23 F
Part 4
Part 4 (Answers should be extended with reasons, details etc)
24 H 26 H 28 K 30 H ñ say which country and give reasons (e.g. because you know the
25 K 27 S 29 H language, have read about it, seen pictures, a friend went there, a
friend lives there etc)
ñ describe plans needed before holiday ( e.g. decide where to go,
Paper 5 – Speaking how to travel, exact route, where to stay, how long to spend there,
what sights to see etc)
Part 1 ñ express agreement or disagreement with reasons and explain
what can be learnt (e.g. learn about other cultures, how other
ñ details of local facilities (sports/entertainment/educational) for
people live and think, learn about geography and history of
young people
country, learn the language, learn about yourself) or why we don’t
ñ reference to size and brief description of family (members, their
learn (e.g. just relaxing, on holiday)
ages, occupations)
ñ Answer yes or no with reasons (e.g. to understand signs,
ñ brief description of activities enjoyed with family (e.g. eating,
communicate, shop, order food, make a good impression etc; may
discussing, excursions etc)
not be necessary – an international language like English may be
enough for basics)
Part 2
ñ Describe places tourists go and their attractions
a. (Student A - 1 minute) ñ Express agreement or disagreement with reasons (e.g. problems
– name activities (rafting/mountain climbing) created by tourism such as overcrowding in small places,
– mention similarities between pictures (both outdoor activities, corruption of local culture by foreign culture, environmental
extreme sports, element of danger/risk/excitement, physically problems of over-development, litter and noise, rise in prices etc)
strenuous, need for care, protective clothing, etc)
– mention differences between pictures (water/mountain,
fast/slow, group/alone, equipment: boat+oars/rope+special
boots etc)
– describe probable feelings (e.g excited, frightened, exhausted,
determined etc)

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