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Dear Student,
Each unit of the workbook corresponds directly to a unit in the English Discoveries Intermediate 1
course. You should use this workbook together with the course. For example, after you do the
listening component from the course, we recommend you do the listening section in the workbook.
Your workbook also contains copies of the Explore texts from the English Discoveries course, so
you can refer to its content when you are away from the computer.
Each unit in the workbook has four sections: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Grammar.
The Listening section will help you practice your listening skills. A variety of genre such as voice
mail messages, radio programs and TV video clips are included.
The Reading section will reinforce your understanding of different kinds of reading texts such as
postcards, ads, stories and newspaper articles.
The Speaking section will give you the opportunity to practice different speaking functions such
as ordering a meal in a restaurant, asking for directions, making suggestions, etc.
The Grammar section will help you practice the main points of the online unit within the context
of the unit theme. This way you will learn to use grammar structures in real-life situations.
Special emphasis has been given throughout the workbook to speaking and writing activities and you
will see that you have a lot of opportunity to express yourself in both spoken and written English.
We hope you enjoy using this program and wish you lots of luck!
The English Discoveries Team
CONTENTS
UNIT 1
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
UNIT 2
Celebrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
UNIT 4
At Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
UNIT 7
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
APPENDIX
I N T E R M E D I A T E
U N I T
E D U C A T I O N
SPORTS
a. Do you remember who said what in the radio interview between the presenter, Duke, and
the football hero, Joe Norse? Complete the table below. Use the Explore text on page 62
to help you.
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Duke
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Norse
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into college. Complete his letter, using the words below.
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questions below do you think he asked him?
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b. College for Kids? discusses formal education for pre-school children. Mark whether the
statements below are For or Against formal education for pre-school children. Mark your own
view in the third column. Compare your views with a partner.
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c. Harriet Nelson, the author of the article, College for Kids? received many letters from the
parents of pre-school children. Below are two of the letters she received. Which letter do you
agree with? Complete the following sentence:
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e. Read and discuss your letter with a partner. Do you agree or disagree with your partners
letter?
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MATH TEST
a. Do you remember the dialogue, Math Test? Rewrite the dialogue by putting the words below
in the correct order.
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sure / has. / he / Im
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b. Mark whether a Teacher, or a Student or Both might ask the following questions.
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Teacher
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STATEMENTS Q and A
a. Complete the dialogue between two parents with the adverbs: since, yet, already, for and just.
For some of the answers there is more than one correct choice.
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started kindergarten.
c. Here are some more questions that Duke asked the football player, Joe Norse in his radio
interview. Write the answers that Joe might have given.
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d. In class, read your answers to c. to a partner and then role-play the dialogue.
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I N T E R M E D I A T E
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b. Christine decides that she needs to get a job. She sees the following job ad in the newspaper
and decides to apply for it. Do you think its a good idea for Christine to apply for this job?
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STUDY EXCHANGE
a. Pat Miller, the author of Study Exchange interviewed the exchange student, Kim Bankes,
before she wrote her article. Match the questions she asked to Kims answers.
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parts.
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PROGRESSIVE
a. Kim returns home from France at the end of the school year. She misses France a lot and
especially her roommate, Chantal. Complete Kims postcard to Chantal with the correct form
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c. Exchange letters with a partner. Has your partner used the Present Perfect Progressive
correctly?
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I N T E R M E D I A T E
U N I T
C E L E B R AT I O N S
CALL-IN
a. Do you remember the radio call-in program from the Listening section? Which celebrations
are the people from the program talking about? Match the sentences in A to the celebrations
in B. Use the Explore text on page 66.
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A
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2. My whole family gathered for the event.
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4. We had a fireworks display and our annual bake sale.
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b. Did you notice the way Doug, the radio host, answered his callers? Mark the sentences below
which he used to respond to the callers.
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d. Continue the radio call-in between Doug and another caller who also wants to talk about
his/her favorite celebration. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help you.
Doug: Now were going to hear more about your favorite celebrations. Caller number five, youre
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a. Jean was supposed to meet Phil at a restaurant for dinner, but she arrived late. Read their
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2. It doesnt matter.
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c. Look at this picture of a party. One of the guests has arrived late and is apologizing to the
host. Why do you think she was late? Choose one of the following reasons and write a
dialogue between the guest and the host. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help
you.
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b. Answer the following questions about the Lord Mayors Show. Use the Passive Voice in your
answers.
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2. Why do you need to arrive early if you want to get close to the parade?
4. Where can the Lord Mayors carriage be seen during the year?
5. What is special about the firework display at the end of the show?
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passive sentence?
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1. The Lord Mayors Show has been celebrated by the people of London since 1215.
2. This carriage is made of gold and was made for the mayor in 1751 by a local artist.
e. Write about a parade that you know about, took part in or watched. Try to answer the
following questions:
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INTERMEDIATE 1
I N T E R M E D I A T E
BAD
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a. Do you understand all the weather words in the Listening section? Match the words below to
the correct weather icon.
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b. Will Tide, the announcer, gave another radio weather report a few days later. Read his report
and underline the sentences which DO NOT belong.
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reports, stormy weather should reach our area by 6 oclock this evening. You
should make sure you bring a BATHINGSUIT. Temperatures will drop by
this afternoon and will remain below average during tomorrow and the following
day. Theres a chance of strong winds in high places. The weekend is expected
to be particularly cold and frosty but with little chance of rain. Albany Stores are
offering umbrellas at really cheap prices.
Thats all from the weather room right now. Make sure you all keep warm and
dry over the next few days!
c. Complete the following weather report for your country. Use the words and phrases from a.
and b. to help you.
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high
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d. Exchange weather reports with a partner. If you have a cassette recorder, record your report
and play it to the class.
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WEATHER WARNING
a. Match the adjectives below to the different kinds of weather. Some of the adjectives can be
used more than once. Use the Explore text on page 67 to help you.
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order of importance.
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d. Write three more pieces of advice for people expecting bad weather. Share them with your
partner.
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BIG STORM
a. Do you remember the dialogue from the Speaking section? Put the dialogue in the correct
order.
a. Well, if it rains we can eat inside.
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b. Complete the following dialogue with the sentences below. Role-play it with a partner.
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Can you take the plates and other things into the house?
Its starting to rain already.
Looks like the storm is coming.
We must be quick!
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Woman:
Yes, youre right. We dont have much time to get everything inside.
(2) We must be quick!
Man:
Ill take the food off the barbeque right away. (3) Can you take the plates and other things into
the house?
Woman:
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c. What can you do if it suddenly begins to rain at the outdoor events shown in the pictures
below? Use the following phrases to write your suggestions.
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If it rains we can...
stay here and get wet
eat at home
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sun. In fact, the word umbrella comes from the Latin root,
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James Smith and Sons (6) which
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b. The following sentences are about the inventor of the raincoat, Charles Mackintosh.
Read the sentences and join them together, using relative clauses.
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2. Mackintosh lived and worked in Glasgow, Scotland. The weather is often cold and rainy in
Glasgow.
Mackintosh who lived and worked in Glasgow, Scotland. The weather is often cold and rainy in Glasgow.
3. He created a substance similar to rubber. He spread the substance on clothes to make them
waterproof.
He created a substance similar to rubber. He spread that substance on clothes to make them waterproof.
4. Mackintosh made some improvements to his original design. The improvements made the
clothes more practical.
Mackintosh made some improvements to his original design. That improvements make the clothes more practical.
5. Many people in England use raincoats. They call their raincoats mackintoshes
Many people in England use raincoats. They call they call it mackintoshes.
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b. Did you understand all the words in the Listening section? Match the words in A to their
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below.
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Questions:
1. Do you all teach at State University?
5. Would you like to give up your present jobs to play in the rock group full time?
Answers:
a. Wed love to give another concert at State University.
b. It was Johns idea. Hes crazy about rock music.
c. None of us are thinking of giving up our present jobs at the moment.
d. No, not all of us work at State University.
e. Oh, yes. Well be playing at lots of other places.
d. Write three more questions that Lex Benedict could ask the group. Exchange questions with
a partner and have him/her answer your questions.
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Questions:
1. Like you go to college?
2. How often you go to college?
3. You have good friends in college?
e. With a partner, role-play the end of the interview with the rock group.
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b. Read the following ad for Harry Morgans exhibition and write down three new facts that the
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3. The exhibition will be held during the month of November
c. Read about three other artists (on page 37) who all work with garbage. Then write an ad for an
exhibition for one of them. Use the words and phrases from a. and b. to help you. Remember
to include the following information:
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a. Do you remember the dialogue in the Speaking section? In the dialogue below a girl is inviting
a boy to go out with her. Choose from the phrases in italics to complete their dialogue.
Jean: Ben, are you free tomorrow? How about coming with me to the latest exhibition at the
Wheeler Gallery / The Phantom of the Opera at the Rose Theater / the concert at the City
Concert Hall?
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to help a friend move to a new apartment.
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INDIRECT FORM
a. Read these sentences from the Arts Page of a newspaper. Match each sentence to the
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b. Read about Rowena Richard, an artist who sculpts in wood. Circle the correct form of the
verb to complete the text.
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c. Write an interview with Rowena Richard based on the information given in a. Try to use
expressions such as:
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Interviewer: So, Rowena. How did you start creating works of art?
Rowena:
Well, I was sixty years old and one day I began creating works of art
Interviewer: Yes, I realized that, and it's very interesnate your story
Rowena:
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AT W O R K
INTERVIEW
a. Do you remember the interview in the Listening section? Read the job ad that Karen
cut out from the newspaper and answer the questions that follow.
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Ad agency requires
copywriter
for new client in the food business.
The applicant should have at least 2 years experience
in the advertising business, including copywriting.
Experience working with clients is an advantage.
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1 Name
RESUME
: Karen Sommers
2 Address
3 Phone Number
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: karens@quickie.com
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7 Computer Skills
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: Conversational Spanish
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c. Write your own resume. Remember to include information about your education and work
experience, as well as personal details such as your address and contact numbers.
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OVERTIME
a. The company you read about in the Reading section also has a new Human Resource Officer.
Read the notice that the company posted on its notice board, telling them about the Human
Resource Officers services. Complete the notice with the phrases below.
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Then make an appointment with our friendly new Human Resource Officer.
She can help you (5) think you qualify for a raise or promotion
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b. Read three notes sent by employees of the company. Which ones were sent to the
accountant and which to the Human Resource Officer? Fill in the name in the To: line.
Human Resource Officer
To:
From:
George Barnet
Sent:
3/2/
I work in the Marketing Department but I think that my talents and experience can be put to better
use in a different department. I want to know if its possible to transfer to the Sales Department.
Please let me know when I can come and talk to you about this.
Accountant
To:
From:
Harry Cooper
Sent:
6/3/
I work in the Shipping Department. In my work I have to know all the laws and regulations about
sending goods all over the world. I would like to transfer abroad for about a year or two, using my
present work experience. I would like to make an appointment to come and see you.
To:
Accountant
From:
Sylvia Stone
Sent:
8/5/
I work in the Production Department. There have been a lot of new orders and I have been working
a lot of overtime recently. I am afraid I will have to pay a lot of what I have earned in income tax, so I
would like to know if I can save tax in any way. May I come and talk to you some time, perhaps
during my lunch break?
c. Imagine you are either the company accountant or THEHuman Resource Officer7rite a
reply to one of the notes, suggesting a time to meet.
3UBJECT2EQUESTFORANAPPOINTMENT
D2EADYOURREPLYTOYOURPARTNER
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a. A couple in a womans clothing store are deciding whether or not to buy a shirt. Rewrite their
conversation by putting the words in the correct order.
Woman: this shirt / What / think / you / of / do
What think do you of this shirt?
Man:
Woman: so. / I / dont / think / wear / like these / executives / A lot of / shirts
so. / I / don't / think / wear
. / like these / executives / A lot of / shirts
Man:
made / it / is / What / of
What it is made of?
Man:
I dont think so. A lot of fashionable / successful / business people are wearing colors like these
nowadays.
One hundred percent silk / wool / cotton / linen and it comes from Paris / Rome / London /
New York.
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a. Read Bob Johnsons email to a friend. Circle the correct form of the verb.
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have been doing / was doing the same thing for too long. Its been almost seven years since I
first (3) have started / started work at Bingham Advertising. I know I (4) have been promoted /
was promoted last year and I (5) was given / have been given a lot of extra responsibility at that time,
but I think I (6) have had / had enough of the advertising business. Its time to move on.
I (7) have made up / made up my mind to buy a jeep and travel. I (8) havent decided / didnt decide
I (2)
on India or South America yet, but I know Ill be happy doing that, at least for the time being.
Bob
b. Read Dick Anders reply. Write the correct form of the verb in brackets.
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Bob Johnson
(tell) me you would never give it up. Theres just one thing. If
(gain) a lot of
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2
1
U N I T
SENDING A PACKAGE
FAMILY
a. Do you remember Deidre from the Listening section? Later, she called her mother-in-law back
and left the following voice mail message. Read the message and complete it with the phrases
below.
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Ill leave this message you had it specially wrapped you havent heard from me
parcel of clothes you sent
the baby keeps me busy. I guess youre not home right now so
(2) you had it specially wrapped
and as (4)
arrived safely
clothes are beautiful and Im going to try them on him right now. Ill catch you later. Bye.
b. When Deidre tried the clothes on her baby, she saw that they were too small for him. What
should she do? Discuss your answer with a partner.
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Deidre should
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c. Deidre received some more voice mail messages on her answering machine. When she
phoned the people back, she had to leave voice mail messages herself. Match Deidres
messages with the replies that she gave.
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Deidres Messages
a. This is a message for Mrs. Deidre Thomas from the Little Bookworm Childrens
Bookshop. The baby books you ordered have arrived. Would you like us to bill you
and send them on or do you prefer to come in to the shop and pick them up
yourself? 2
b. Hi Deidre. This is Mrs. Rodriguez, your neighbor from upstairs. A parcel of baby
clothes arrived for you when you were out this morning. The delivery man asked me to
sign for the package. You can come up and collect it any time today, but not
tomorrow because Im going out for the day. 3
c. Hello, Deidre? Its your MOm speaking. Ive sent you a package containing some toys
for the baby and some clothes for you. Let me know when you get it and if you like
the presents. You can always send them back to the shop and change them if you
dont like anything. Talk to you soon. 1
Deidres Replies
1. Hi, its Deidre from downstairs. Thanks so much for taking my parcel. Ill come by later
today to take it from you if thats convenient.
2. This is Mrs. Thomas speaking. Im glad the books I ordered have finally arrived. Ill pop
into the shop sometime this week to get them, so dont bother sending them on to me.
3. MOm, I havent received anything yet. When did you send the parcel? I hope it hasnt got
lost in the post. Were in this evening, so try to give me a call so we can talk. Bye for
now.
d. With a partner, role-play a short phone conversation between Deidre and one of the people
from c.
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SENDING A PACKAGE
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a. Did you understand the instructions for sending a package in the Reading section? Here are
some post office instructions for preparing packages before you send them. Read the
instructions and then write the headings from the next page above the correct paragraphs.
SIMPLE STEPS FOR PREPARING A PACKAGE
(1) Using a Box
If the object you are sending could be easily damaged, it should be packed
in a box. Choose a box with enough room for cushioning material around
the contents. If you are reusing an old box, make sure that you cover all the
previous labels and addresses with heavy black pen or sticky labels. It is
also a good idea to include a label inside the box with the address where
your parcel is to be sent.
(2) Cushioning the Contents
Soft material should be placed all around the object to be sent. You can
use old newspaper, packing paper or bubble wrap. Close and shake the
box to see if you have enough cushioning. If you hear the object moving,
you need to add some more cushioning.
(3) Sealing the Package
The box should be sealed with 2-inch-wide (5 cm) adhesive tape. You
should use special packing tape, which is stronger than regular tape.
Dont use string because it can get caught in the machines that the post
office uses for processing the mail.
(4) Writing the Address
Write clearly on the front of the package the complete name and
address of the person to whom you are sending the package. On the
back you should write your own name and address, in case the
package gets lost. You should always try to include the correct postal
code.
(5) Bringing the Package to the Post Office
If you know how much your package weighs and you have the
correct number of stamps, it can be dropped into a post office
collection box. If your package contains something valuable, it
should be sent registered mail so that you have a record if your
parcel doesnt arrive. To send a parcel registered mail, you must
take it to the post office and fill out a special form.
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Headings
a. Sealing the Package
b. Cushioning the Contents
c. Writing the Address
d. Using a Box
e. Bringing the Package to the Post Office
b. Match the words and phrases below with words and phrases in italics from the text.
1. parcel
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2. sticky
3. doesnt arrive
4. advisable
5. complete
6. delivered
7. postage
8. wrapping paper
c. Match the different kinds of postal services to their definitions.
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1. This is the slowest kind of delivery, but it is also the cheapest. regular airmail.
2. This is most popular way to send mail. surface mail
3. If you want to send a package or a letter quickly, you should use this service. express mail
4. If you are sending something important and want to be sure it wont get lost, it is a good idea to
use this service. registered mail
d. Close your book and practice giving your partner instructions on preparing and sending a
package.
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AIRMAIL TO TOKYO
a. Do you remember the dialogue, Airmail to Tokyo? Use the choices in italics to complete the
dialogue between a post-office clerk and someone who is sending a package.
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Customer: Id like to send this package airmail / surface mail / special delivery to Madrid /
Bangalore / Sydney.
Clerk:
Sure. Lets see. It weighs 15 pounds / 10 pounds / 5 pounds. Thats $30 / $15 / $4.50.
b. Role-play your dialogue with a partner. Take turns to be the customer and the clerk.
c. Mark which of the following sentences a post-office clerk would say and which a customer
would say.
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Customer
Clerk
1. How much does it cost to send this special delivery?
2. This package should be better wrapped.
3. Would you like to send this registered mail?
4. Will this parcel arrive by the weekend?
5. That will be six dollars, ninety-fiveCENTS
6. Id like some stamps and an extra-large envelope, please.
7. Shall I weigh that for you?
d. Write a dialogue between a customer and a post-office clerk. Use the words and phrases from
a. and c. to help you.
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Customer:
Clerk:
Customer:
Clerk:
Customer:
Clerk:
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MODALS
a. Read the following instructions from the post office about reporting a lost package.
Underline the modals in the Passive VoiceINTHESENTENCESTHATHAVETHEM
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A
1. If you dont wrap your parcel properly, b
b. it could be damaged.
arrives,
address.
c. Write four more instructions for sending a package. Use the information you have learned
from this unit. Include passive modals in your instructions.
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1. Bear in mind that the parcel that goes to send be in good condition for possible clamd
2. The parcel has than going sealing
3. The parcel must have its respective stamps
4. You are supposed to be assured that the parcel was delivered on time, if not, call for our company
d. Exchange instructions with a partner.
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I N T E R M E D I A T E
21
U N I T
E M E R G E N C Y
EMERGENCY
a. In the Listening section, Mary left John a message about a road accident. Later on, John
phones Mary back and talks to her. Use the words below to complete their conversation.
accident ambulance bridge broken crossed emergency room
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over on to our
of the road.
.
for us to go. We couldnt do anything to prevent the
. The truck just crashed into the side of our car. Someone stopped at once
us to the hospital.
? Can I come and take you home?
Mary: Oh, yes, please. That would be great. Mikes being kept in the hospital with a
(11)
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b. Check your answers to a. with a partner and then role-play the dialogue.
c. Below is a police report of Marys accident. Complete the report with the details from a.
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ACCIDENT REPORT
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Type of vehicle: ()
Injuries: ()
Description of accident:
d. Exchange reports with a partner. Do you agree with each others answers?
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e. Imagine you are the police officer who interviewed Mary after the accident. Which of the
following questions do you think the police officer asked her in order to complete the report?
Add three more questions of your own.
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Police officer:
Mary:
Police officer:
Mary:
Police officer:
Mary:
Police officer:
g. Role-play your dialogue with a partner.
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Marge Winters Alex Winters (Marges husband) Thomas Brown (the driver of the ambulance)
Jonas Matthews (a medical student doing ambulance service)
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b. After taking Marge to the hospital, the ambulance was called to the scene of a road accident.
Match the sentences in the ambulance report to the pictures below.
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Ambulance Report:
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c. Write a short newspaper report of the accident as shown in b. Give your report a headline and
include quotations from the people involved.
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(headline)
Yesterday there was a serious accident on
.
, said Fred Smith, the ambulance driver who was
.
, said Jim Cook, the motorcyclist who was injured.
.
, said the doctor who treated them.
d. Exchange your report with a partner. Read your report to the class.
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I HAVE TO GO
a. Read what some people say about different obligations. Match what each person says to the
appropriate pictures below. Then write what the other person in the picture says in reply.
1. Im supposed to be on duty at the police station in an hour.
2. Youre supposed to signal when you turn left.
3. Wheres the ambulance? Its supposed to be here by now.
4. Slow down! Youre not supposed to go over the speed limit!
5. I thought you were supposed to fill up with gas on the way home from work.
d
e
b. Compare your answers with a partner.
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?
2. driving / who / see / you / did / was / car / the / other /
?
3. do / any / why / you / speeding / have / was / idea / he /
?
4. you / morning / remember / your / house / when / left / you / do / this /
?
5. corner / know / the / signaled / turned / he / before / you / do / if / he /
?
6. wonder / whether / services / the / informed / been / have / emergency / I /
.
b. Complete the following sentences with the words below and match them to the questions
from a.
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1. I have no idea
their way.
4. I expect
5. I didnt see
6. I dont really remember
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d. Imagine you are a witness at the scene of the car accident shown in the picture below. Write
a dialogue between yourself and the police officer who is called to the scene. Use the words
and phrases from a., b. and c. to help you. Role-play your dialogue with a partner.
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Police officer:
Witness:
Police officer:
Witness:
Police officer:
Witness:
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EXPLORE
A p p e n d i x
TEXTS
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UNIT 1
EDUCATION
Sports
Duke:
Welcome to Local Athletes Today's guest is Joe Norse, a secondary school student
who has helped his football team win the city championship for the last three years. I
myself have seen Joe play, and let me tell you, he has really mastered the game of
football. Joe, your school, Jefferson High, has been attended by some of the greatest
football players ever. Hank The Tank Perry and Dick Verall both graduated from
Jefferson. How does it feel to be playing on the same field as those great players?
Joe:
Well, Duke, it motivates me, for sure. Our school has always had a great history of
producing famous athletes.
Duke:
Your coach, Fraser Washington, always says: A team that is motivated is a team that
wins. Do you agree?
Joe:
Yes, I do. It's a fact that even a team with lots of great players can lose if there is no
motivation to win.
Duke:
Joe, I understand you've already been invited to visit several colleges that are interested in
you. Have you accepted any offers yet?
Joe:
No, not yet, Duke. Right now I'm thinking mostly about passing my exams and getting my
diploma.
Duke:
Joe:
Thanks, Duke.
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Eleanor Idle, of the New School Institute, doesn't agree. Children need to be children. They learn as
they play. They don't need formal education this early. It just isn't normal. Soon they'll be given
entrance exams for kindergarten. Very young children shouldn't spend their time worrying about
grades and diplomas!
Dr. Idle believes that if there is already so much competition in kindergarten, there is no limit to how
much there will be in high school. We don't need to make it any harder on students than it already
is, she says. After all, there were still many college graduates when playing was all children did in
kindergarten.
Many people who agree with Idle say that early childhood programs should offer subjects that
children enjoy and do well in naturally, like art, music, science, and gym. After all, learning should be
child's play.
Math Test
-
Statements Q and A
-
Here we are at the Indy 500 with Mike Rhodes. Mike, have you ever driven in an Indy race?
No, I haven't. But I've been a race driver in Europe for ten years.
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UNIT 2
A W AY F R O M H O M E
Friends
Eric:
Salut!
Ren:
Cheers.
Eric:
Ren:
I was working in the Paris office. I had been there five years, and I felt I needed a change. I
had learned there everything I could. So, I asked for a transfer to the international
department, and here I am.
Eric:
Ren:
Lately, I've been practicing my English and trying to get used to this life in the United
States. That's what I've been doing.
Eric:
Ren:
Very nice, but we've only been here a short while, really. My wife misses her family.
Eric:
Ren:
Yes, she gets homesick. She's alone all day, you know. I work, I keep busy. But she's here
by herself. I think she has too much free time. She's been calling her family almost every
day in France. And calling long-distance can be very expensive, and I'm not sure it helps
very much...
Eric:
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Study Exchange
Craighouse School in Glasgow has been sending children overseas to France on an exchange
program since 1971. The students' French improves a lot, and when they come back they usually
no longer need a French tutor to help them outside of school. The children who take part in the
exchange program have to be over the age of thirteen.
Mrs. Bankes, whose daughter is participating in this year's exchange group, says, I think it's a
wonderful opportunity for Kim. Although she has only been away for a month, I have already started
to miss her. I've been making long-distance calls to Paris about once a week since she left.
Anyone who has seen Kim in Paris knows that she hasn't been missing anyone. Kim is very happy
with the program. She says that her French has really improved, and hearing her French accent, it is
easy to believe her.
I haven't been homesick even once, Kim says. I have made several new friends and I have a
great roommate, Chantal, who I will keep in touch with when I leave. I don't even feel like going
home at all.
The exchange program also helps these young people meet again after the program has ended, and
friends like Chantal and Kim will probably meet at Kim's home in Scotland next year. Of course,
that's if Kim hasn't already decided to stay in France and become a French citizen!
Parents who are interested in sending their children abroad on this program should contact the
Craighouse School in Pollock, Glasgow.
Not yet. School starts tomorrow. I'm really looking forward to it.
Progressive
-
I don't know. I've been watching him, too. I think he's strange.
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UNIT 3
CELEBRATIONS
Call-in
Host:
Welcome, listeners, to today's Call-in Line. I'm your host, Doug, and on today's
show I'd like to hear about your favorite celebration. Good morning, caller number
one. You're on the air.
Stella:
Hi, Doug! This is Stella. My favorite celebration has always been Independence Day.
Last year we had a fireworks display and our annual bake sale. I baked old-fashioned
apple pie.
Host:
I can almost taste that apple pie. Thank you, Stella. Now we go to Gertrude, who's
been waiting on the line.
Gertrude:
Hello. This might sound unusual, but in England, where I was born, there is a Bank
Holiday festival. It has always been a tradition to celebrate it with a fair in a park.
There is usually a parade as well.
Host:
That sounds very English, Gertrude. Now, are there any men out there celebrating
anything?
Mike:
Host:
Well, it's been an honor for us to have you on our program, Mike! And now, our last
caller is...
Penelope:
Penelope. My favorite celebration was my 97th birthday. My whole family gathered for
the event.
Host:
Penelope, your favorite celebration really is unique. Well, that's all we have time for
today. Have a spectacular day, listeners, and let's keep talking to each other.
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among the first immigrants to the U.S. When they first came to America, they saw that there was
enough food and opportunity for everyone. They were even helped by the Native Americans, who
taught them how to grow all kinds of new vegetables, such as corn and yams, or sweet potatoes.
So every year we celebrate Thanksgiving Day.
What do you do on Thanksgiving Day? asked Kenji.
Well, it's traditional to eat a big meal together. We eat food that symbolizes the new food that was
found here by our ancestors. At our house we usually eat turkey with sweet potatoes and Indian
corn bread. We usually have pumpkin pie for dessert, too, said Andrew.
I've never had sweet potatoes or pumpkin pie. They sound interesting, Kenji said. But what is this
parade that you want to see?
Oh, it's an annual event. Every Thanksgiving a giant parade is held by one of the most famous
department stores in New York, Andrew explained. And at the end of the parade, children can
even see Santa Claus, who is visiting from the North Pole. Santa Claus is invited to remind children
and parents that Christmas is not far away. Well, now that I've told you all about Thanksgiving, do
you want to come to my house for dinner and watch the parade? asked Andrew.
Sure. I'd love to, said Kenji.
Sorry Im Late
-
Yes. This tree was hit by lightning, but fortunately my house wasn't damaged.
Copyright 1990-2014 Edusoft Ltd. All rights reserved.
UNIT 4
BAD WEATHER
Weather
Announcer: And here's Will Tide with the weather report.
Will:
Good morning, listeners. Wrap yourselves up warmly today, because the weather will
continue to be cold and frosty with a chance of fog in low areas. According to national
weather reports, the storm which was expected later today is traveling at fifty miles an
hour, and should reach this area around midnight tonight. Strong winds and heavy rains
are expected, along with thunder and lightning. There is a chance of flooding, and light
ships have been warned of the danger. Temperatures will be below average for this
time of year, with an expected low of forty degrees Fahrenheit.
Tomorrow will be cool and dry, with cloudy skies and normal temperatures.
Tomorrow evening temperatures will continue to go up, and bright sunshine and aboveaverage temperatures are expected for the weekend.
Well, I'm sure we'll all be glad to have a break from the rain.
That's all from the weather room. So for now, stay warm and keep dry.
Weather Warning
This is a warning from the National Weather Department. Although we have been having a lot of
warm sunshine recently, the weather is going to change very soon. According to our weather
reporter, a fall in temperature to below five degrees Fahrenheit is expected by tomorrow morning.
There will be freezing winds of up to sixty miles an hour as well as heavy rains, which may cause
flooding in the city and terrible damage. People should stay home and look after themselves. Please
make sure that your children and animals are kept inside.
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Big Storm
-
Object Clauses
-
No. The one which I was thinking of has a built-in answering machine.
Subject Clauses
This is the bike that we found. Is it the one that you lost?
Yes, it's my bike. Where did you find it? Did you arrest the person who stole it?
No, I'm sorry. We weren't able to. People who steal bikes are very hard to catch.
With or Without Relative Pronouns
Yes, why?
They wanted someone who had a lot of experience. She looks so young!
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UNIT 5
Hello, listeners. This is Lex Benedict on WNOW. I hope you're enjoying yourselves
this evening. We have some guests with us tonight that all you college students out
there should be interested in. They are the members of a hot new rock band called
The Institute of Music, and they are all graduates of State University. Their first
concert was held last week at the Universitys science auditorium, where they were
a great hit with the students. They say that attendance at the concert was higher
than at most lectures. Now, lets hear the musicians introduce themselves.
Professor:
OK. I'll start... I'm Professor Barry Jameson, and I'm the lead singer of the band.
DJ:
It's very unusual to find a geography professor who is also in a rock band. Can you
tell us when you started being interested in music?
Professor:
Well, I was given a guitar by my wife when I was accepted as a professor here at
State University. I've been playing ever since.
DJ:
OK. Let's take a break while we listen to your new song, Examination Blues...
and here it is...
The Garbage Man
Have you ever thought about the cigarette packs and food wrappers that people in your city throw
away? Harry Morgan has; he collects them. Have you heard of recycling? Well, Harry doesn't just
recycle; he creates works of art from the things he collects.
Ever since Harry was a child, he has been interested in making models out of unusual things. Over
the years, he has used a variety of materials. The good thing about garbage, Harry's been heard
to say, is that there's always plenty of it. Some of his earlier works were made from bicycle parts,
broken machines, and even old farm equipment. They have been made from every piece of garbage
that Harry could get his hands on.
Harry's latest collection, which is being exhibited at the Plaza Art Gallery, is even more unusual. He
has made sculptures that are built from wastepaper only. One of these, which is called Harmony
is made of empty cigarette packs and matchboxes. Another work, called Love in the Morning has
been made out of breakfast cereal boxes and pieces of old newspaper.
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This is hardly what one would call art. Or is it? Why not come and judge for yourself? Visit the Plaza Art
Gallery and explore the world of Harry's art.
Harry is quickly becoming the Champion of Garbage Art and soon many people may find themselves
joining the Harry Morgan fan club.
Picasso Exhibit
-
Jenny, have you been to the Picasso exhibit at the Tate yet?
Sorry. I can't. Tomorrow is my father's birthday, and we've been planning a party for him for weeks.
Indirect Form
-
Oh, I was offered the job, but I decided not to take it - not enough money for all that work.
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UNIT 6
AT WORK
Interview
Bob:
Karen, I'm Bob Johnson. I'm sorry you had to wait so long. Can I offer you some coffee?
Karen:
Bob:
Please have a seat. Karen, I've read over your application. I thought it was very good. I see
you've had some experience working with advertising agencies. Is that right?
Karen:
Yes, it is. Actually, I've worked for three ad agencies. But Kenyon-Barnett is the most
important. The other two were only temporary positions for about six months each.
Bob:
Karen:
Well, I've been in the advertising field for almost three years now. Last year I worked as a
receptionist, then as a secretary. But this year I've done a lot more. I've been to planning
meetings. I've written some copy for a new client who has a small candy factory. And I've
taken some classes in copywriting at Fordham University. I put all that in my resume. Have
you received it yet?
Bob:
I'm sorry. I've seen so many people today; it's hard to keep everything straight.
Overtime
Colleagues! Have you been working overtime a lot lately? Are you confused about the new work
contracts you are required to sign? Do you think you qualify for a raise or promotion? Our firm's
bright new accountant can help you.
If you keep track of your working hours and expenses, she can help you save income tax, too!
Make an appointment to see her this week. She will look over the figures you bring her and spend
time talking with you. Remember: your future is safe with us!
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French Tie
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Oh yes, I've already seen this movie twice this month. I saw it last week and I saw it again
yesterday. I love it. I always see my favorite movies four or five times.
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UNIT 7
SENDING A PACKAGE
Family
Hello, Deirdre? Aren't you home yet? This is your mother-in-law, who lives in California, and hasn't
heard from you in weeks. I've been doing some shopping and have sent you a parcel that contains
new clothes for the baby. I've sent it special delivery, so you should receive it by Friday. The parcel
is specially wrapped, so let the baby open it by himself. Let's speak to one another soon. Give a
kiss to the baby for me. Bye.
Sending a Package
The first step in sending a parcel is to find a box, a large envelope, or some strong paper in which
your parcel may be wrapped. Make sure that it is wrapped properly, or the post office will not
accept it.
Next, decide which kind of delivery is best, according to how urgently the package is needed.
Surface mail, which sends parcels by boat, is the cheapest, but also the slowest. Regular airmail is
faster, but may not be good for heavy packages. If you want your parcel to be delivered by the next
weekday, it should be sent express.
If you choose the regular mail service, and you have a scale and stamps at home, you can simply
call the post office to find out how much postage is needed. Then, all you have to do is place your
parcel in the nearest mailbox and with luck, it will be delivered on time. If, however, you choose the
express service or surface mail, you will have to take your package to the post office, where it will
be weighed and you will be told how much postage needs to be paid.
Airmail to Tokyo
- I'd like to send this package airmail to Tokyo.
- Sure. Let's see. It weighs 14 pounds. That's $40.
- Sorry. How much did you say?
- Forty dollars, ma'am.
- How long will it take to get there?
- It'll be there in about ten days.
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Modals
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The application should be filled out in pen and must be signed. You will be called if Mr.
Buildmore wants to interview you. Next...
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UNIT 8
EMERGENCY
Emergency
John, where are you? It's Mary. I've been trying to call you all evening. Listen, John. There's been
an accident. We were crossing that bridge on Route 6 when this big truck came speeding towards
us. It crossed over onto the wrong side of the road, and there was nowhere for us to go. It was
awful!
I've never been so scared in my life. An ambulance was called and we were rushed to the
emergency room at Parker General Hospital. I'm OK, but Mike's being kept in the hospital. Nothing
serious; he's just hurt his leg. We've been waiting to find out whether it's broken. Please call me as
soon as you get in. Bye.
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Soon, an ambulance came speeding towards them. The driver helped Marge into the ambulance,
and they rushed to the hospital. But Marge couldn't wait.
The baby was born on the way.
I Have to Go
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Noun Clauses
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Not exactly, but I know that he's going to be late. He's only coming after he finishes his
homework.
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