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3Explain the task. Remind Ss that the information in the questions may be paraphrased in the text. Allow Ss some time to read the text. Then, do question 1 with Ss. Read out 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 Pip’s first impression, not overall impression, so the answer 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 others. (C is correct because we are told Pip’s opinion in lines 5-7. ‘I think ...’, A is incorrect because the garden is only mentioned briefly, B is incorrect because there is no direct evidence that Pip thinks it is ridiculous although the reader might think it sounds ridiculous, D is incorrect because although the text says ‘I said I really liked it’ we can infer that he didn’t really like it.) Ss complete the task and identify the parts of the text which helped them. Check Ss’ answers and the evidence for them. Help Ss with vocabulary in relevant parts of the text.

Answer Key
1	C – lines 5-7	5	B – lines 40-46
2	B – lines 8-9	6	C – lines 59-63
3	A – lines 31-32	7	B – global meaning

4D – line 35

4a. Explain/Elicit the meaning of the highlighted words, then Ss complete the task. Ss may use their dictionaries to help them if necessary. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key

hoisted = raised hold out = survive

leafy = with many plants

winding = with many twists and turns ornamental = decorative

locks = curls manner = context

b.Allow Ss some time to read the text again and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking individual Ss to describe Wemmick’s house.

Answer Key

Words/phrases to be underlined: little wooden cottage; large garden; the top of the house had been built and painted like a battery loaded with guns; tiniest, very few windows; door almost too small to get in; bridge, at the back; vegetable garden; leafy shelter; path, winding; ornamental pond, fountain

Suggested Answer Key

Mr Wemmick’s house is a little wooden cottage with a large garden. The top of the house has been painted to look like a battery loaded with guns.There are very few windows and a small 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 ornamental pond with a fountain in the middle of it.

5Ss work in pairs to give explanations for each of the phrases, then discuss their explanations with another pair. Check Ss’ answers.

Suggested Answer Key

1 You will have the chance to taste a salad made from my

vegetables.

2 I do all my own household jobs and repairs.

3to make his house perfect

4I do not talk about my home life at work.

6Read out the question and elicit answers around the class. Help Ss if necessary.

Suggested Answer Key

To show irony because what Wemmick called the bridge was not really a bridge, but just a plank of wood.

7Read out the first statement and the example. Allow Ss some time to read the text again and find evidence to support both statements. Check Ss’ answers.

Suggested Answer Key

ñMr Wemmick is house-proud.

He hoists his bridge with pride. He has worked on the house for many years. He believes his house is perfect.

ñPip feels a little uncomfortable.

He says he likes the house when he doesn’t really. He is uncertain about meeting Mr Wemmick’s Aged Parent.

8 Read out the questions then Ss discuss them in pairs. Ask some Ss to present their answers to the class.

With weaker classes, help Ss by giving them prompts on the board.

Question a: Ask Ss to think about:

ñ location ñ furniture ñ rooms ñ atmosphere ñ feelings

Question b: Elicit possible improvements from Ss and write them on the board. e.g. redecorate rooms / paint walls / make an extension / have a garage built / change tiles in bathroom / change furniture / buy new appliances / etc

(Ss’ own answers)

Did you know ...

Read out the statements. Ask Ss if they can name some characters (e.g. David, Amelia, etc). As an extension, ask Ss to do some research at home and present another little known fact about Charles Dickens in the next lesson.

English in Use (pp. 70-71)

1Revise the present perfect (how it is formed, when it is used, etc). Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference section for more detail. Explain the task and read out the example, then Ss do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key
2	f	4	b	6	c	8 e
3	g	5	a	7	h

2a. Read out the sentences. Elicit what tense is used in each sentence (present perfect in the 1st sentence and past simple in the 2nd sentence). Focus Ss’ attention on ‘since’ in the first sentence and elicit the meaning of each sentence and how they differ. Ask: Which action started and finished in the past? (2nd); Which action started in the past but continues to the present? (1st)

Answer Key

The action in the first sentence started in the past and continues to the present, whereas the action in the second sentence happened at a specific time in the past.

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b.Read out the list of words and elicit which are used with past simple and which with present perfect. Elicit sample sentences to check sentence structure, then ask Ss to work in pairs to make up sentences. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key

Past simple: ago, last year, during last summer’s holidays

Present perfect: already, for months, for ages, yet, since 1996, several times, over the past few weeks, lately, before, recently

3Allow Ss some time to complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. Ask Ss to justify their answers.

Answer Key

a1) have been (past event)

2)was (past event)

b1) have seen (past event)

2)was (past event)

c1) has not called (action which started in the past and continues to the present)

2) did you leave (past event)

d1) has gone (action which started in the past and continues to the present)

2)left (past event)

e1) have you found (action which started in the past and continues to the present)

2)have looked (action which started in the past and continues to the present)

3)have you tried (past event)

4)looked (past event)

4Explain the task and go through the example. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking various pairs to act out their exchanges.

Suggested Answer Key

2A: Have you seen the new film starring Al Pacino?

B:No, I haven’t./ Yes, I saw it last week.

3A: Have you ever failed an exam?

B:No, I haven’t./ Yes, I failed my Maths exam last summer. 4 A: Have you ever been bungee-jumping?

B:No, I haven’t./ Yes, I went bungee-jumping last year. 5 A: Have you read any good books lately?

B:No, I haven’t./ Yes, I read The Autograph Man by Zadie Smith last week.

5Explain the task and read out the example. Elicit a variety of answers for the remaining items from Ss around the class.

Suggested Answer Key

2 lost weight

3 changed your hairstyle

4 missed dinner

5 he/she gone?

6Revise the present perfect continuous. Refer Ss to the Grammar Reference section for more detail. Ask two Ss to read out the example and then Ss in pairs do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.

Suggested Answer Key

ñA: How long have you been using a mobile phone?

B:For about two years, I think.

ñA: How long have you been living at your current address?

B:For about five years, I think.

ñA: How long have you known your next-door neighbours?

B:For about four years, I think.

ñA: How long is it since you redecorated?

B:About two years, I think.

7Explain the task. Remind Ss that the second sentence must have the same meaning as the first sentence. Do the first item with Ss, then Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key

1 ... is not big enough ...

2 ... last time we sat ...

3 ... is/has been a month since ...

4 ... have not heard from ...

5 ... am still waiting for ...

6 ... second time I have been ...

7 ... been good at ...

8 ... never heard such strange ...

9... is too small to store ...

10 ... have not changed since ...

8Explain the task and read out the example. Allow Ss some time to complete the exercise. Remind them that they must keep the stem of the word and add the correct ending from the list to form an adjective. Point out that in some cases other spelling changes are needed, e.g. fame famous where the e is lost, and defend defensive where an s is needed. Check Ss’ answers on the board.

Answer Key
2	reluctant	8	creative	14	golden
3	imaginative	9	historical	15	prestigious
4	economical	10	wooden	16	careful
5	independent	11	courageous	17	possible
6	resistant	12	wonderful	18	durable
7	absent	13	horrible

9Explain that the words in capitals are the stem from which the missing words are derived. Ask Ss to look at the title, then quickly read the text to see what it is about. Read the first sentence of the text aloud. Elicit that storage is a noun, forming the compound noun ‘storage space’. Ask Ss to look at the second sentence and decide what type of words are needed for items 1, 2 and 3 (noun-person, plural noun, adjective). Then elicit answers and write them on the board. Ss complete the exercise in pairs, then check answers on the board, eliciting spelling.

Answer Key
1	designer	6	jewellery
2	suggestions	7	Additional
3	spacious	8	clothes/clothing
4	various	9	Finally
5	wisely	10	normally

10Read out the title and ask Ss to skim the text to get the gist. Read the example and then do item 1 with Ss. Ask Ss to look at the words before and after each gap, then look at the options and decide which best fits the gap. Ss do the exercise. Check Ss’ answers by asking Ss to read the completed text aloud. Ss should justify their answers.

Answer Key
1	B	4	A	7	D	10	B	13	B
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

2‘pros and cons’ is a phrase; ups and downs

3 at times = not often, sometimes (prepositional phrase)

4get used to (phrase)

5 quarters = space for people to live in (living quarters)

6no matter (how) = never mind (expression)

7 sign = public display of a written message i.e. ‘PRIVATE’ 8 take the job (phrase)

9previous = former

10‘benefit’ is followed by ‘from’

11a sense of (history) = a feeling (refers to ‘feel’)

12basically = essentially

13day to day (phrase)

14staff = personnel

15despite/in spite of + noun

Writing: Making suggestions (pp. 72-76)

1Go through the theory box and then read out the rubric. Help Ss to identify and underline the key words then elicit answer to the questions.

Suggested Answer Key

Key words to be underlined: exhibition; ‘Ideal Homes’; suggestions on how to make the next one even better; Read advertisement and notes; write a letter to the organisers; giving your opinion; and making your suggestions

1 a letter.

2the organisers of the exhibition.

3formal. I have never met the organisers of the exhibition.

4yes

5In the first two paragraphs of the main body, suggestions should be made about including kitchens, bathrooms and a feature on gardens in the next exhibition. In the third

paragraph, suggestions should be made about the price and duration of the exhibition.

6Beginning: Dear Sir/Madam,

I would like to congratulate you on the recent Ideal Homes Exhibition and to tell you how much I enjoyed it. I would also like to make a few suggestions on how to improve it for next year.

Ending:

I hope that my suggestions will be of some help to you. I look forward to attending the exhibition again next year.

Yours faithfully, Ann Bell

2a. Explain the task. Point out that the words and phrases in bold are appropriate, and the purpose of the task is to expand Ss’ range of vocabulary by finding alternatives. Allow Ss some time to read the model letter and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key

1 congratulate you on the success of

2 put forward

3To begin with

4truly

5despite the fact that

6Lastly

7 In addition

8useful

b.Explain the task and do item 1 with Ss. Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key

1congratulate you on the success of the recent Ideal Homes Exhibition, the ideas for living rooms were truly impressive, the

ideas for protecting the environment were very well presented

2Perhaps in future years we could see, One suggestion would be to, I am sure many of your visitors would welcome, I think it would be a good idea to include, I recommend that you, If you were to, if it was

3In this way, more people would, then this would

4living room ideas – Great! What about kitchens and dining rooms? – the ideas for living rooms were truly impressive, I am sure many of your visitors would welcome inspiring ideas for kitchens and dining rooms.

Bathroom ideas? one suggestion would be to feature more ideas for bathrooms

Environmentally-friendly ideas, Fantastic, but no mention of gardens – Although the ideas for protecting the environment were very well presented, it would be a good idea to include a feature about gardens, people would be able to design their outdoor areas in a way which actually benefits the environment

Not long enough! Should be at least a week! – I recommend that you increase the duration of the exhibition, if you were to remain open for a minimum of one week

Too expensive for most people – reduce the cost of the tickets, if it was cheaper

The writer has included all her notes in the letter.

3a. Go through the useful language box. Focus Ss’ attention on the different sentence structures. Ss complete the task in pairs. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key

ñI recommend that you extend the duration of the exhibition...

ñI think it would be a good idea to include a feature about gardens.

ñPerhaps in future years we could see ...

ñif it was cheaper ...

ñIf you were to remain open for a minimum of one week ...

ñOnesuggestionwouldbetofeaturemoreideasforbathrooms...

b.Go through the example. Ss complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key

2I think it would be a good idea to ask the principal to give the prizes.

3Perhaps we could have a party in the school hall.

4If we bought a new computer, we could work better.

5If we were to move the desks, we would have more space.

6Another suggestion would be to sell tickets to students and parents.

4Explain the situation and the task. Go through the useful language box and the example. Ss work in pairs and complete the exercise using phrases from both useful language boxes on this page. Ask Ss to write each answer in at least two different ways. Check Ss’ answers by asking various Ss to read out their suggestions.

Answer Key

2 c

3 f

4 a

5 b

6 e

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Suggested Answer Key

2I think it would be a good idea to advertise in the newspapers. In this way, we could attract more students.

If we were to advertise in the newspapers, it would attract more students.

3I think it would be a good idea to change the lights in reception. The result of this would be that it would be brighter for visitors.

One suggestion would be to change the lights in reception. In

this way, it would be brighter for visitors.

4If we were to start an English club, it would help people with the language.

I suggest starting an English club. The result would be to help

people with the language.

5Perhaps we could employ one more teacher. In this way, we would be able to reduce crowding in classes.

I think it would be a good idea to employ one more teacher. The effect of this would be to reduce crowding in classes.

6If we were to use more video and DVD lessons, it would make classes more fun.

I recommend using more video and DVD lessons. As a result, classes would be more fun.

5a. Allow Ss some time to read the paragraph and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers by asking Ss to read the corrected paragraph aloud.

Answer Key
1	finding	4	could	7	would
2	way	5	using	8	would be able to
3	would	6	were

This extract could be taken from a report.

b.Explain the task. Ss complete the exercise. Check Ss’ answers. As an extension, ask Ss to suggest an appropriate sub-heading (Problems with parking places).

Answer Key

Make a suggestion: One way to solve this problem would be to ...,

This could easily be done by ...

Highlight a problem: Another difficulty that was mentioned in the

report was ...

Mention the expected result: If we were to do this ...

6Explain the task. Do the task orally first, then Ss complete the exercise in writing. Check Ss’ answers by asking various Ss to read their paragraphs aloud.

Suggested Answer Key

Another difficulty that was mentioned in the report was that student numbers are falling, with the result that the school may have to close. One way to solve this problem would be to advertise the school and what it offers. This could easily be done through the local newspaper, on the radio and through posters. If we were to do this, more people would know about the school and we would be able to attract new students.

7Go through the theory box, then explain the task. Do item 1 with Ss, then Ss complete the task in closed pairs. Check Ss’ answers by asking various Ss to read out their rewritten sentences.

Suggested Answer Key

1 Why not go to the party? You never know, you might meet some new friends there.

2You could try to learn a foreign language. Then you could get a

better job.

3If I were you, I’d join a gym. That way, you’ll get fit and feel better.

4Why don’t you phone him? Then you could talk about it again.

8Explain that Ss should put themselves in the situations and think about what they would say. They have to think about how well they know the person, what the circumstances are and what their position or role is. Go through the example, then Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers around the class.

Suggested Answer Key

B semi-formal – One idea would be to contact the British Embassy in your country. They will be able to provide you with lots of relevant information.

C formal – I think it would be a good idea to open soup kitchens and shelters for homeless people to go to.

D formal – I recommend that we resurface the tennis courts.

9Read the rubric and help Ss to identify and underline the key words. Then elicit answers to the questions.

Suggested Answer Key

Key words to be underlined: you are a member of a local youth club; may have to close due to lack of funds; youth leader has asked; to write an article suggesting ways of raising money to keep the youth club open; next newsletter

1 the youth leader and members of the youth club - semi-formal. 2 an article

3 items to be ticked: Increase the monthly charge to members, Ask the local council for help, Approach local companies for sponsorship

4 In this way, we could raise extra funds to keep the club running.

We might find that they may contribute money to help the club.

That way we could use their donations to help run the club.

5 I think it would be a good idea to ...; I suggest ...; Perhaps we could ...; If we were to ...; One suggestion/idea would be to ... As a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The result of this would be that ...; In this way ...

10a. Allow Ss some time to read the two models. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers and ask them to justify their answers.

Suggested Answer Key

Model A is an unsuitable answer for the rubric in Ex. 9 because:

ñthe title is unsuitable – the title is too long and is not catchy

ñthe introduction does not catch the reader’s attention – it is too general and does not refer to the specific problem and it does not address the reader directly

ñthe writer does not follow the instructions in the rubric – it does not make clear suggestions or give the expected results for how to raise money, only on how to spend money

ñthe style is not appropriate for the target reader – it is formal in some paragraphs and informal in others

ñthe writer does not paraphrase the rubric – ‘lack of funds’ and ‘The youth leader has asked the club members to write an article suggesting ways of raising money to keep the club open’ are taken word for word from the rubric

ñthe suggestions are unsuitable – they are not about ways of raising money as the rubric asks - one is about saving money and the other is about spending money

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b.Ask Ss to read model A again then elicit answers to the questions around the class.

Suggested Answer Key

1No, he hasn’t.

2the present financial climate, the amount of rent paid, that the youth leader has asked for club members to write articles, and that the writer enjoys going to the club

3The conclusion. It could be improved by replacing ‘I really like

going to the club and I know others do as well,’ with ‘All members are invited to attend a fundraising meeting for the club on 4th March.’

4I think the target reader will be confused about the problem and will not be impressed by the article as it is poorly thought out and mostly irrelevant.

c.Ask Ss to read model B again then elicit answers to the questions around the class.

Suggested Answer Key

1semi-formal – As most of you know, one thing is for sure, If we could persuade, This would mean that, one obvious solution, it might be our last chance

2The introduction introduces the problem and tells the reader that a number of possible solutions will follow. The main body contains three paragraphs each presenting a different

suggestion and the expected results. The conclusion refers to future action and offers a personal opinion.

3Introduction:

You must all be aware that our youth club is in danger of closing down due to financial difficulties. If we want to save our club, it’s time we all took action and did something to help. Conclusion:

There will be a meeting on 4th March to discuss all these suggestions. Don’t miss it – the club needs you!

4I think it would be a good idea to – One possible solution would be to; we could apply – I recommend applying; one

obvious solution is to – another idea would be to ; I suggest that each of us pays – If we all paid

5If we could ... we would – This would mean that ...

As a result – If we did ...

Then, we would be able to – The result of this would be that

11Read out the first rubric and help Ss to identify and underline the key words. Then elicit answers to the questions. Ss work in pairs and complete the rest of the task. Help Ss where necessary.

Suggested Answer Key

A Key words to be underlined: letter; from a pen friend; My cousin and I are planning to visit your country; end of July; short holiday; I’d like your advice; five or six days; where to go; what to see and do; letter to your pen friend

1a pen friend - informal

2suggestions about where to go and what to see and do

3go to London, visit Tower of London, Madame Tussaud’s, Big Ben, see a musical in the West End etc

4he/she will have a wonderful time, learn about English history and culture.

5Why don’t you ...?; You could ...; If I were you ...; I think it would be a good idea to ...; Why not ...;?

Then you might/could ...; This would mean that ...; You might find that ...; That way ...; You never know, you might ...

6Beginning: Dear Susie,

Thanks for your letter. It’s great to hear that you and your cousin are coming to my country. I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful time and I have a few suggestions that I hope you’ll like.

Ending:

I hope these suggestions are helpful. I’m sure that, whatever you do in England, you’ll have a brilliant holiday. Write and tell me all about it!

Yours, Tara

BKey words to be underlined: your college; replace its small snack bar with a larger self-service cafeteria; college magazine; invited readers; to suggest; which dishes; other changes; make the place more inviting to students; write an article for the magazine; making your suggestions and giving reasons

1 readers of the college magazine - semi-formal

2 suggestions for which dishes should be included on the menu and other changes that would make the place more inviting to students with reasons

3 include vegetarian and low-fat options for students with special diets; play modern music to make the atmosphere lively and inviting to students; buy some more comfortable seats

4 more students will visit the cafeteria; it will be pleasant place to spend lunch breaks

5 I suggest/recommend ...; I think it would be a good idea ...; Perhaps we could ...; If we ...; One suggestion is to ...

As a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The result of this would be that ...; In this way ...

6 Beginning:

As most of you know, the old college snack bar is about to be replaced with a bigger and better self-service cafeteria. Will this mean that we will finally have somewhere comfortable and appealing to eat? I think that if the college follows the suggestions below, the new cafeteria will be a huge success.

Ending:

It’s about time we students had an eating place we enjoyed spending time in. Let’s hope the new self-service cafeteria is everything we’ve dreamed of!

CKey words to be underlined: a one-day trip to London as part of a group of young people; person organising the trip; Mrs Jones; list of interesting places; list and notes; and write a letter; to Mrs Jones; suggesting which places you think you should visit

1 Mrs Jones - formal

2 suggestions about places I think we should visit in London 3 visit the Tower of London and Madame Tussaud’s; go

shopping in Harrods

4 we will have a wonderful time, learn about English history and culture,be able to buy some souvenirs, do things that will suit everyone’s taste

5 I suggest/recommend ...; I think it would be a good idea ...; Perhaps we could ...; If we ...; One suggestion is to ...

As a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The result of this would be that ...; In this way ...

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6Beginning: Dear Mrs Jones,

Thank you for the list of possible places to visit during our trip to London, which includes a wide range of interesting sights. If I may, I have one or two suggestions as to which places I think would be worth visiting during our trip.

Ending:

Thank you for considering my suggestions. I am sure we will have a very enjoyable time and we are all looking forward to the trip.

Yours sincerely, Jane Cox

DKey words to be underlined: student exchange programme; Your teacher; write a composition suggesting activities; foreign exchange student; free time in your neighbourhood

1 my teacher – semi-formal

2 suggestions for activities which my foreign exchange student can do in their free time in my neighbourhood

3 take a walk in the forest; visit the shops; go to cinema; visit cafes

4 see the beauty of the English countryside; buy souvenirs/gifts; practise English; sample English cuisine

5 I suggest/recommend ...; I think it would be a good idea ...; Perhaps we could ...; If we ...; One suggestion is to ...

As a result ...; This would mean that/lead to/result in ...; The result of this would be that ...; In this way ...

6 Beginning:

We are all aware that our foreign exchange students will be arriving next month and we are all looking forward to entertaining them. The question is: what are they going to do during their free time in our neighbourhood? I believe that the suggestions below will give us all some good ideas.

Ending:

Taking part in a foreign exchange programme will be a wonderful experience. Let’s make the most of it, and help our exchange students to do the same!

12Assign the task as written HW. Before Ss hand in their pieces of writing, ask them to check them against the Checklist at the back of the book.

As an alternative, ask Ss to exchange their pieces of writing and mark each other’s writing task. Make photocopies of the Checklist for Unit 4 at the back of the Teacher’s Book and give them to Ss so that they can assess their partner’s piece of writing.

Suggested Answer Key

A Dear Susie,

Thanks for your letter. It’s great to hear that you and your cousin are coming to my country. I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful time and I have a few suggestions that I hope you’ll like.

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 exciting places to visit.

If I were you, I’d visit the Tower of London. Then, you could learn about English history. Another suggestion is to go to Madame Tussaud’s and see all the wax figures. This would mean that you could have a wonderful time and feel as if you are meeting lots of famous people! Why not visit the West End and see a musical? Then you could learn something about English culture and practise the language.

I hope these suggestions are helpful. I’m sure that, whatever you do in England, you’ll have a brilliant holiday. Write and tell me all about it!

Yours,

Tara

BLet’s make it better

As most of you know, the old college snack bar is about to be replaced with a bigger and better self-service cafeteria. Will this mean that we will finally have somewhere comfortable and appealing to eat? I think that if the college follows the suggestions below, the new cafeteria will be a huge success.

First of all, I think that it is important to include vegetarian and low-fat options in the new menu. In this way, it would cater for the large number of students with special diets.

In addition, perhaps the college could invest in more comfortable seats for the cafeteria. The seats we have at present are hard and uncomfortable. If new seats are bought, the cafeteria will be a comfortable place to spend lunch breaks.

Another suggestion is to play modern music to make the atmosphere lively and inviting to students. As a result, more students would visit the cafeteria.

It’s about time we students had an eating place we enjoyed spending time in. Let’s hope the new self-service cafeteria is everything we’ve dreamed of!

CDear Mrs Jones,

Thank you so much for the list of possible places to visit during our trip to London, which includes a wide range of interesting sights to choose from. If I may, I have one or two suggestions as to which places I think would be worth visiting during our trip.

Firstly, I recommend visiting the Tower of London and Madame Tussaud’s as they would definitely be interesting places to visit. I feel sure that we would have a lot of fun there.

Secondly, I suggest that we do not go to Buckingham Palace or Westminster Abbey as I believe they would take a lot of time to look around. This way we would have more time to do other activities.

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 a famous department store and buy some souvenirs and gifts.

Thank you for considering my suggestions. I am sure we will have a very enjoyable time and are all looking forward to the trip.

Yours sincerely, Jane Cox

DWe are all aware that our foreign exchange students will be arriving next month and we are all looking forward to entertaining them. The question is: what are they going to do during their free time in our neighbourhood? I believe that the suggestions below will give us all some good ideas.

First of all, I think it would be a good idea for our foreign exchange students to take a walk in the forest. This would mean that they would have the opportunity to see the beauty of the English countryside.

Another suggestion would be to advise our exchange students to visit the local shops and cafes. In this way, they would be able to buy souvenirs or gifts, practise English by shopping and ordering food and they would also have the chance to sample English cuisine.

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Finally,Isuggestthatourexchangestudentsgotothecinema. The result of this would be that they would be entertained whilepractisingtheirEnglishatthesametime.

Taking part in a foreign exchange will be a wonderful experience. Let’s make the most of it, and help our exchange studentstodothesame!

Self-Assessment Module 2

1	Answer Key
	1	retired			8	away			15	up
	2	in			9	makes			16	stand
	3	centre			10	in			17	at
	4	thinking			11	down			18	put
	5	money			12	since			19	place
	6	afford			13	last			20	out
	7	driver			14	furnished
2	Answer Key
	1	C	3	D	5	D	7	D	9	C
	2	B	4	A	6	A	8	D	10	B

3Answer Key

1 ...nopointinwaitingfor...

2 ...whyshehadnottried...

3 ...apologisedforbeinglatefor...

4 ...nevermetsuchakind...

5 ...wasnotbigenoughto...

4	Answer Key
	1	dissatisfied	3	irrelevant		5	unreliable
	2	various	4	designer
5	Answer Key
	1	back	3	from		5	of
	2		4	for
6	Suggested Answer Key
	1	ideas/suggestions		4	Thiswouldbe
	2	I’ddo		5	notfor

3thoughtof

7	Answer Key
	1	a	2	a		3 b	4 b	5	a
8	Answer Key
	1	C		3	A	5	B	7	D
	2	C		4	B	6	C
9	Answer Key
	1	agreement				6	productivity
	2	flexibility				7	atmosphere
	3	high-flyers				8	structuredroutine
	4	alternative				9	extraskills
	5	control				10	timemanagement

10Suggested Answer Key Students A & B

A:I think a garage is useful and important. They are good for securityandtheyprotectthecarfrombadweather.

B:Yes, a garage is very useful and not only for keeping cars in. In a lot of countries, many people who have a garage use it for

storageorasaworkshop.

A:Now,whataboutthekitchen?I’dsayitismorethanuseful;itis essential because everyone needs a place to prepare and cook meals.

B:I absolutely agree. It would be impossible to live in a house

withoutakitchen.Thenextpictureshowsalivingroom.Ithink thatisuseful,don’tyou?

A:Yes, I do. It is important to have a living space where you can relaxandwatchTVandspendtimewithyourfamily.

B:That’s true. What about the hall? Do you think that’s a useful partofahouse?

A:Ithinkit’susefultohaveanareathatseparatesdifferentrooms and it can be used for storage, like for hanging coats and so on.

B:You could be right, but I don’t think it’s absolutely necessary. Manyhousesdon’thaveahall.

A:Yes,you’reright.It’snotessential.Adiningroomisquiteuseful, though.It’sgoodforhavingfamilymeals.

B:Yes, everyone needs an eating area, but that could be in the kitchenratherthaninaseparateroom.

A:Mmm, but what about when you have guests? It’s useful to haveaproperdiningroomthenfordinnerparties.

B:Idon’tdisagree,butI’mnotsureifit’sabsolutelynecessary.

A:OK.Whataboutthepatio?

B:Ithinkit’sgreattohaveanoutsideeatingareaespeciallywhen

theweatherisniceandit’susefulforbarbecues.

A:Yes, but I would say that it is not absolutely necessary especiallyifyouhaveagardenorabalcony.Ithinkitwouldbe unused for most of the year, especially in countries with short summers.

B:Yes, you’re right. So, we agree that the hall and the patio are notabsolutelynecessary.

A: Yes,buttheotherplacesinthepicturesare.

11Suggested Answer Key

Students A & B

1 A: The main advantage is ownership itself. Property is an

assetwhichyoucansellorpassontoyourchildren.

B:I agree. Also, paying rent every month seems like a waste ofmoneywhenyoucanpayamortgageinstead.

A:Yes, and when a house belongs to you, you can remodel it and decorate it to your own tastes which you can’t do whenyourentit.

2A: Imissmybedroom.It’stheplacewhereIspendmostofmy timeandIfeelreallyrelaxedthere.Howaboutyou?

B:I miss my things. I like having all my books and toys and CDsandeverythingaroundme.Iliketolookatmyposters onthewallandmyornamentsandeverything.

3A: MybedroomistheplacewhereIfeelthemostcomfortable. It’s where I hang out with my friends or by myself. I decorated it myself so it’s just how I want it. What about you?

B:I feel most at home in my kitchen because it’s a very cosy room.It’salsobrightandfriendly.Iliketocooktoo,soIfeel happyinthekitchen.

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12Suggested Answer Key

To: JohnSmith,CampLeader From: KatyBrown

Subject: Placesofinterestforthestudentstovisit Date: 12thMarch20..

Introduction

The purpose of this report is to make suggestions for places which studentsmaybeinterestedinvisitingduringtheirstaynextweek.

Durris Castle

This is an eighteenth-century castle, built on top of a hill and surrounded by forests. There are lots of interesting things to see there such as the dungeons and the gardens. Entrance fee for castleandgardens:í2(withstudentcard).

Pengillen Shopping Centre

This is well worth a visit. As well as having a large variety of shops, there’s a lovely café with delicious cakes and a wonderful view. There are three craft shops selling locally produced arts and crafts. Thesewouldmakegreatsouvenirsandpresentstotakebackhome.

Trelawney Cove

This is a beautiful beach with white sand. It is very safe for swimming. It is usually not crowded, except at weekends. A wide rangeofwatersportsareavailablesuchaswindsurfingandwaterskiing.

Roscommon Leisure Centre

Thisindoorleisurecentreisclimatecontrolledandhasanumberof differentswimmingpoolsandeatingplaces.Therearewaterslides, wave machines and a games arcade. A perfect place to visit when theweatherisbad.

Harris Museum and Art Gallery

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 which visitors can walk around. There is currently a modern art exhibition in the gallery and there is also a tea room and museum shop.Entranceisí3.50forstudents.

Conclusion

Overall, I believe that the places of interest suggested in this report offer a wide variety of activities and experiences that visiting studentswillenjoyduringtheirstay.

Unit 5 – Modern Living

Objectives

Vocabulary: expressing likes/dislikes; modern lifestyles; TV programmes; fashion; personalities; media/fame

Reading: gapped text (understanding text structure); multiple matching (reading for specific information) Listening: multiple choice; blank filling (listening for gist, main points, detail, location, roles, attitude, intention and opinion, specific information)

Speaking: expressing likes/dislikes; giving/reacting to news; making and responding to suggestions; complimenting

Use of English: ‘key’ word transformations; open cloze; error correction

Grammar: adjectives/adverbs; comparisons

Phrasal verbs: take to; go off; keep up with; be out/in; be into; be taken aback

Writing: for-and-against (compositions, articles, letters)

Lead-in (p. 83)

1a. Ask Ss to look at the pictures and elicit what each person is doing and how these activities are related to the title. Teach vocabulary items as required.

Suggested Answer Key

The pictures show different aspects of modern living such as: beauty treatments, skateboarding, shopping, fast food restaurants,theInternet,phonesandcreditcards.

b.Go through the list, explaining vocabulary if necessary, and ask Ss to say which of the trends and fads are related to the pictures.

Answer Key

fast food restaurants, keeping fit, shopping centres, designer labels, chain stores, beauty treatments, credit cards, text messaging,junkmail

2a. Ss work in pairs and put the trends and fads from the list in Ex. 1b under the correct headings. Check Ss’ answers. Then ask Ss to make sentences about how popular each trend/fad is in their country.

Suggested Answer Key

I would say that text messaging is particularly popular in my country.Itisacheapwayofkeepingintouchwithfriends.

I think that soap operas are rather unpopular nowadays. They used to catch the public’s attention but I don’t think they do anymore.

Muzak is more or less unknown in my country. As far as I know, it is functionalmusicwithsoothingqualities.

b.Go through the useful language box. Ss work in pairs and use the useful language box to complete the task. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask some pairs to report back to the class.

Suggested Answer Key

A:Whatdoyouthinkoftextmessaging?

B:I kind of like text messaging. What I like most about it is the fact that you can communicate quickly and cheaply with your friends.

A:Howdoyoufeelaboutcelebritygossip?

B:Ijustcan’tstandit.

A:Whatisyouropinionofdesignerlabels?

B:Idon’treallyhaveanopiniononthem,I’mafraid.

3Explain the task. Play the recording twice if necessary. Ss listen and complete the task. Check Ss' answers. Ask them to identify what helped them. Also elicit whether the speakers like or dislike what they are talking about and why.

Suggested Answer Key

A Fastfoodrestaurants

BBudgetairlines

CGraffiti

4Help Ss explain what the quotations mean. Ss work in pairs to express their opinions. Check Ss’ answers around the class.

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Suggested Answer Key

ñYou won’t get any respect from anyone if you are not fashionable.

A:Istronglydisagreewiththefirststatement.Itsuggeststhat you are insignificant if you are not fashionable in your clothesandideas.

B:That’s right. There is more to life than fashion and people should not judge a person’s worth as a human being basedonwhattheywearorthink.

ñFashion changes all the time but classical ideas and practices remain.

A:Well,Iagreewiththisstatementonthewholebecauseitis established practices and ideas that remain. Some new ideasbecomeestablishedafterawhilebutmanydonot.

B:That’s very true. I think that what is a new idea one year willoftenbeanoldfashionedonethenext.

5Ask Ss to look at the trends and fads in Ex. 1b. Explain the task. Allow Ss two minutes to prepare their answers. Check Ss’ answers around the class.

Suggested Answer Key

Inmyview,theuseofcreditcardswouldbethethingapersonfrom the previous century would find the most difficult to get used to becauseofthetechnologicaldevelopmentinvolved.Plasticmoney, ATMs, shopping through the Internet, or even over the phone, are all things a person from the previous century would find hard to getusedto.

Reading (pp. 84-85)

1a. Read out the options and explain any unknown words/ phrases. Individual Ss answer the questions.

Suggested Answer Key

I usually spend a couple of hours every day watching TV. I mostly watchsport.Ineverwatchsoapoperas.

As an extension, do the exercise as a class survey. Elicit answers from Ss and write the percentages on the board next to each type of programme. Present any useful language necessary to explain statistics (most of the students ...; the majority of ...; some ...; only a few

...; a small number of ...; etc). Ss look at the percentages and make full sentences using appropriate language. e.g. The majority of the students questioned like

watching films. etc

b.Read out the questions and elicit answers from various Ss around the class.

Suggested Answer Key

There are a couple of reality shows that I am familiar with in my country: Fame Academy and Big Brother. I find them both interesting and entertaining. I enjoy the idea of watching a variety of personalities dealing with everyday activities. In this way, you canexplorepeople’scharactersandattitudes.

2a. Read out the question and elicit answers from various Ss. Ss read the first paragraph of the article and check their answers.

Suggested Answer Key

I think reality shows are popular because viewers are involved yet detached at the same time. We can laugh at or sympathise with ordinarypeoplejustlikeus.

b.Explain/Elicit the answer for subheading A, then Ss work in pairs. Ask some Ss to tell their guesses to the class, then Ss read the text quickly to check if their guesses were correct.

Suggested Answer Key

Arealitygamewithcelebritiesinunusualsituations

Bordinary people live in a house together and are filmed all the

time

C contestantsattendingaschoolfor/courseinsinging,dancing D contestantslivingonadesertisland/inthejungle

Eacompetitionforsingers/models

Facompetitiontobecomeapopstar/group

3a. Allow Ss some time to read the questions and underline the key words. Help Ss with any unknown vocabulary where necessary. Check Ss' answers, then Ss paraphrase the questions. Check Ss’ answers again, then they guess what the correct answer might be.

Suggested Answer Key

1disgustingthings:revoltingactions–I’macelebrity...

2two sets of winners: two groups of successful contestants

– Popstars

3unpopular with the others: disliked by others – I’m a celebrity...

4breaktherules:notfollowtheregulations–Survivor

5money made directly from the public: viewers pay through/by...–Popstars

6/7 be watched 24 hours a day: show is screened 24 hours a day–BigBrother/FameAcademy

8liveinstyle:liveinluxury–FameAcademy

9/10 expertscommentonindividualperformances:judgesgive their opinions about each contestant’s performance – AmericanIdol/Popstars

11one of the judges makes sarcastic comments: one expert makesironicremarks–AmericanIdol

12style unsuitable for this kind of show – inappropriate style forashowofthiskind–Survivor

b.Go through the example and ask Ss to find evidence in the text (lines 47-48 some particularly weird contestants). Go through the tip. Allow Ss time to read the text and complete the task. Remind Ss to concentrate on one show at a time and to go through the whole list of questions with each one. Check Ss’ answers. Ss justify their answers with evidence from the text. Help Ss with any unknown vocabulary where necessary.

Answer Key

1 A(line12–eatingworms)

2F(lines84-86–twobands)

3A (lines 8-9 – Rhona Cameron falling out with almost all the fellowparticipants)

4D(lines49-50–smugglingmeat)

5F (lines 91-94 – a share of telephone call charges; more money

...saleofsinglesandalbums...merchandising)

6	B(lines19-20–screened24hoursaday)	} inanyorder
7	C(lines40-41–TVcamerasaroundtheclock)

8C(line35–luxuriousresidence)

10F(line90–judgesworkinginshowbusiness) } inanyorder

11E(lines67-69–MrNasty...ironicsenseofhumour)

12D (lines 59-60 – the glossiness detracts from what should be a down-to-earthshow)9 E(lines65-67–judge...judges)

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4a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task using their dictionaries if necessary. Check Ss’ answers.

Suggested Answer Key

tuned in: watchingthespecificchannel challenge: test

screened: broadcast

chat-rooms: Internet sites where discussions are held with other users

updates: latestnews/information intense: involved/exciting hosts: providesthefacilities features: presents

shown the door: senthome/askedtoleave smuggling: bring/takesthsomewhereillegally/secretly wave: movement

swooping: movingsuddenlydownwards down-to-earth: practical,ordinary nasty: spiteful,mean,

spokeswoman: woman chosen to speak on behalf of the organisation/company

potential: prospective,possible race: compete,hurry formula: method,procedure

b.Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.

Suggested Answer Key

Nouns: reality TV; tragedy; celebrity; ITV; show; ratings; viewers; series; camera; Channel 4; finale; video; contestants; BBC; talent show; screens; programme; hit; shots; time-lapse photography; US version; role; presenters; public; finalists; spokeswoman; entertainment; drama; live performance; television screens; show business;producers;merchandising

Verbs: watching; tuned in; monitored; screened; features; competing;host;produce

Phrases: played out; tabloid headline grabbing shows; score highest ratings; on camera; camera work; flooded our screens; under the watchful eye of TV cameras; huge hit; down-to-earth show;interactiveparticipation

5a. Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Check Ss’ answers.

Answer Key
1	celebrity	3	contestant	5 merchandising
2	housemates	4	evident

b.Ss work in pairs and complete the task. Ss can use their dictionaries to find other nouns which go with these adjectives. Check Ss’ answers.

Suggested Answer Key

huge hit–success,star

old tricks–habits,acquaintance fellow judges–contestants,students

ironic senseofhumour–attitude,smile,twistoffate final choice–countdown,decision,destination unsuccessful contestants–attempt,team

global appeal–warming,phenomenon,market live performance–broadcast,match,entertainment

interactive participation–programme,approach,behaviour

6a. Read out the statement. Ss discuss the question in pairs. Check Ss' answers.

Suggested Answer Key

A:The main characteristic of a reality show is that the contestants’fameisquiteoftenverybrief.

B:That’s true. There are so many ordinary people appearing on TV daily that the chances of everyone achieving fame for a shorttimeispossible.

b.Read out the question. Ss discuss the question in pairs. Monitor Ss’ performance around the class, then ask some pairs to report back to the class.

If Ss have difficulty doing the task, give some key words to help them.

Suggested key words: famous; no privacy; luxurious lifestyle; embarrassing; rich; etc

Suggested Answer Key

A:Wouldyoueverparticipateinarealityshow?

B:No way! That would be far too embarrassing. Besides, I like keepingmyselftomyself.Whataboutyou?

A:I’d love to! Maybe I would become famous after starring in the show. It would be great to be a rich celebrity and have a luxuriouslifestyle.

c.Explain the task. Divide the class into groups. Ss complete the task. Ask some groups to present their idea to the class.

Suggested Answer Key

The show would be called Holiday Island. 10 contestants spend their summer on an island running an apartment complex / hotel. Every week one contestant has to go (TV audience votes); there is a cash prize and a job as a hotel manager for the winner. The logo couldbe:

Holiday Island

Language Focus (pp. 86-87)

1Look at the pictures and elicit what each person is wearing. Read out the list of qualities and explain any unknown vocabulary. Elicit which terms could be used for the people in the pictures.

Suggested Answer Key

Picture1–trendy,casuallydressed,afashionvictim Picture2–scruffy,unconventional

Picture3–smart,well-dressed Picture4–casuallydressed

Picture5–smart,old-fashioned,well-dressed

2 a./b. Pre-teach difficult vocabulary items from the quiz

(e.g. accessories, enhance, exclusively, flatter, reflects). Give Ss some time to complete the task and read the relevant description, then ask individual Ss to report back to the class.

(Ss’ownanswers)

c.Ss work in pairs. SA suggests possible answers for SB. SB checks if SA has guessed correctly.

(Ss’ownanswers)

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