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I N T E R M E D I AT E 3

S T U D E N T
WORKBOOK

English Discoveries

Intermediate 3
Student Workbook

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Dear Student,

Welcome to the English Discoveries Student Workbook Intermediate 3.


This workbook is especially for you! It will help you use, practice and progress in English.

Each unit of the workbook corresponds directly to a unit in the English Discoveries Intermediate 3
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

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CONTENTS

UNIT 1

Couples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
UNIT 2

Sports and Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15


UNIT 3

Problems at Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23


UNIT 4

A Helping Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31


UNIT 5

Health and Happiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39


UNIT 6

Going Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47


UNIT 7

Restaurant Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55


UNIT 8

Meeting People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65


APPENDIX

Explore Texts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

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C O U P L E S
ENGAGEMENT
a. Do you remember the video with Emily and Skipper in the Listening section? Order the
sentences according to the sequence of events. Use the Explore text on page 74 to help you.
a. He told her that he had bought her an engagement ring.

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b. Skipper and Emily went to a restaurant.


c. He asked her to marry him.
d. She told him she would have to start looking for a new place to live.
e. Emily noticed that Skipper was very nervous.
f. Emily told Skipper about her decision to move out of the mansion.
g. Skipper told Emily that he loves her.
h. Emily agreed and told Skipper that he was crazy.

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b. Use the words below to complete the sentences. In class, check your answers and then roleplay the dialogue with a partner.
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crazy have move out nervous about start looking


think about thought about used to
of the mansion.

1. I should
2. What does your family

it?

3. Theyre just going to have to get

it.

4. Have you

where you want to live?

5. No, Ill have to

soon.

6. What are you so

7. I got this for you. Will you

me?

8. Its beautiful. Youre

c. Read the dialogue between Julie and her boyfriend, Tom and answer the questions below.
Julie:
Tom:
Julie:
Tom:

You wont believe who I saw in the restaurant today! And my very first day on the job.
Somebody famous? A Hollywood star?
No silly! I saw a young man and a lovely girl. He gave her an engagement ring.
Werent you worried that they might notice you?

Julie: Its you who should be worried.


Tom: Me? What should I be worried about?
Julie: Well, the woman the man proposed to is your sister. Im sure you didnt have any idea that
shes going to get married.
Tom: Well actually, Julie you are quite wrong about that. Emily called me and told me that she
recognized you at the restaurant. She thought it would be a great idea if she and I both got
engaged to the people we love on the same day. So what do you think? I also have an
engagement ring for you.
Julie: I think Im going to get heart palpitations! I never knew you were so romantic!
Tom: So I guess that means Yes!
Circle the correct choices and be ready to explain your choice in class.
1. Julie has worked at the restaurant for a long time / for a short time.
2. Julie got heart palpitations because she thought Emily would recognize her / Tom surprised her.
3. Tom knew what happened in the restaurant because he was there / his sister told him.
4. Tom knew / had no idea that Emily was getting married.
5. Julie agreed / didnt agree to marry Tom.
d. Be prepared to tell Julie and Toms story in class.

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A NEW ACQUAINTANCE
a. Do you remember the text from the Reading section? Judy called Meg to tell her about the
new man in her life. Who said the following statements, Meg or Judy? Mark the correct
speaker. Use the Explore text on pages 74, 75 to help you.
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Meg

Judy

1. Ive just met the man I want to


spend the rest of my life with.
2. Where did you meet him?
3. He was so affectionate.
4. Be careful.
5. I can trust him.
6. Everyone makes mistakes.
7. You always think youve met the man of your
dreams whenever you meet someone new.
b. What can we learn about Judy from the story? Mark true or false.
True

False

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1. Judy is a very moody person.


2. Judy is a shy person.
3. Judy makes friends quickly.
4. Judy is often disappointed when she gets
to know the new men in her life.
5. Judy thinks that it is easy to get to know a man.
6. Judy thinks that she doesnt make mistakes.

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c. After her conversation with Meg, Judy decided she needed some advice from a professional.
She wrote to Dear Celia, a popular advice column in the newspaper. Complete the letter
Judy wrote to Dear Celia by choosing the best word.
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Dear Celia,

Yesterday, I met a man I want to (1) spend / marry / make the rest of my life with. Hes so

(2) careless / easygoing / foolish and he has a great sense of (3) fun / food / humor. He kissed
me on the (4) cheek / lips / hand and was so (5) unfriendly / affectionate / funny.

The problem is I always get so (6) worried / angry / upset when things dont turn out well.

Do you think I can (7) trust / dislike / promise him? Do you think Im making another

(8) acquaintance / mistake / chance? My friend tells me that I am always wrong about the
men in my life. What should I do?
Unlucky Judy

d. What advice could Celia give Judy? Read some possible advice. Do you agree or disagree with
the advice?
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1. You should trust your instincts. Maybe this time you have found the right person. Agree / Disagree
2. I think it would be a good idea to check your new friends background. Find out more about
him before you get too involved. Agree / Disagree
3. In my opinion its always better to take a chance. Dont listen to your friend. Agree / Disagree
4. Take a break from meeting men. Stop going to restaurants and dont talk to strangers, no matter
how nice they seem. Agree / Disagree
e. Write Celias answer to Judy.

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f. Read the last sentence of A New Acquaintance in the Explore text on page 75.
What do you think will probably happen next? Will Meg meet the man of her dreams?
Will Judy continue seeing her new acquaintance? Write a continuation of the story.
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DIVORCED
a. In the dialogue Divorced in the Speaking section two friends share feelings. One friend tells
about a decision. The other friend expresses regret and her opinion about the decision. Use
the Explore text on page 76 to help you to find phrases that:
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tell about a decision


express regret about a decision
b. Read the following sentences in which people tell about a decision or express regret about
the decision. Mark the correct column.
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Telling
about
a decision

Expressing Expressing
regret
an opinion

1. I really feel you may be making a terrible mistake.


2. Youre being foolish. Hes not the man for you.
3. I dont think youre doing the right thing.
4. Jenny and I are getting married. Weve set a date.
5. Im so sorry to hear that.
6. Im going to run away from home. The situation is terrible.
7. Thats a pity.
8. Thats not a very wise decision.
9. Weve both decided it would be best if we get divorced.

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c. Write two dialogues using some of the sentences from the list below. In dialogue 1, Tonys
sister Alison advises him not to get divorced. In dialogue 2, Tonys friend Sam encourages
Tonys decision.
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Dialogue 1
Alison: Hi, Tony, Im so sorry to hear about the divorce.
Tony:
Alison:
Tony:

Dialogue 2
Sam: Hi, Tony, Keep smiling. You made the right decision.
Tony:
Sam:
Tony:

It was a joint decision.


We dont love each other anymore.
Dont be sorry, its what we both want.
But maybe you decided too quickly.
Thank you. But it wasnt easy.
Yes, but its obviously the best thing.
Perhaps you should think about the kids.
We decided divorce was the right thing for all the family.
Now you can be a free man with no cares!
I think you should come out with the guys tonight!
Yes, I think so too.

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PAST FORM OF MODALS


a. Mark the most appropriate solution to each situation. Then share and explain your choices.
1. You spilled some coffee over your date and decided to ignore it.

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You could have laughed.


You could have helped wipe up the coffee.
You could have apologized.

2. An acquaintance told you she was getting married and you said, Poor you!
You could have hugged and kissed her.
You could have given her advice about marriage.
You could have congratulated her.

3. Your friend told you she was making a huge wedding and you said, Why?
You should have been enthusiastic.
You could have told her it was a waste of money.
You could have asked if you were invited.

4. You didnt get an invitation to a close relatives wedding, so you didnt go.
You could have called your relative and told her you didnt get an invitation.
You could have called another relative to try and find out why you didnt get an
invitation.
You should have called your relative and expressed your anger and disappointment.

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b. Match a sentence from column A with a response from column B so that the sentences have
a logical meaning.
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1. You should have asked her out.

a. You should have realized they werent


together at the party.

2. How could I have known she was married?

b. I couldnt have. She already has a boyfriend

3. How could I have known they were getting


divorced?

c. You should have noticed she was wearing a


wedding ring.

4. You should have told me you wanted some


flowers.

d. I couldnt have known he was married.

5. You shouldnt have trusted him.

e. You could have surprised me.

1.

www2.

www3.

www4.

www5.

c. Complete these sentences using should have or could have.


1. Yesterday, I shouted at my girlfriend. I

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2. This morning I woke up in a bad mood and didnt say good morning to my husband before he
left for work. I
3. Last weekend I spent all my time cleaning. I
4. Last night my boyfriend and I spent the whole evening watching a boring soap opera on
television. We
5. I stopped talking to my husband because he gave me his car without any gas in the tank.
I
6. I yelled at my daughter when she said she wanted a fancy wedding. I

d. Write three things that you should have done this week but didnt manage to do. Tell your
partner what they are. Your partner will tell you how you could have managed to do them.
1.
2.
3.

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INTERMEDIATE

SPORTS AND FITNESS


SPORTS
a. Do you remember the radio interview from the Listening section? Answer the following
questions about the interview. Use the Explore text on page 77 to help you.
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1. What is the name of the radio show?


2. Who was the guest on the show?
3. Why was she invited to the show?
4. Was the guest optimistic or pessimistic about the future?

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b. Match the hosts questions to Tinas answers. Use the Explore text on page 77 to help you.
1. You were expected to win every event at
yesterdays competition. What happened?

a. I sure hope so.

2. How did the girls take not making it to the


finals?

b. It was a terrible blow to the team spirit.

3. Can we expect to see you in the finals next


year?

c. We should have done much better, but the


team had come down with the flu. They
werent in any condition to compete.

1.

2.

3.

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c. What do you remember about Tina Laurence and the team? Mark the sentences true (4) or
false (8). Write the sentence from the Explore text on page 77 that gives you the answer.
1. Tina Laurence is the coach of a girls basketball team. 4

2. She had been an Olympic gold medal champion. 4


3. Her team did not make it to the finals. 4

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/8

4. The girls on the team did not compete because they were ill. 4

/8

5. All the members of the team could not handle the disappointment. 4
6. The girls will regain their confidence by weightlifting. 4

/8

/8
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d. Tina Laurence spoke to the team after the competition. Complete her speech with the words
below. Use the Explore text on page 77 to help you.
blow build up concentrate exhausted expected finals handle strength
We were (1)

to win every event in the competition, but Im afraid we didnt. I

know some of you had the flu and were (2)


(3)

. However, now we have to

on getting back into shape. I know its been a bad (4)

teams spirit, but Im confident that you can all (5)


(6)

your physical (7)

to our

the upset. Now were going to


. With lots of practice youll soon be in

winning shape. Im sure were going to get to the (8)

next year!

e. Match the words from column A with the words from column B to form an expression.
A

1. come down with

a. shape

2. in no condition

b. the finals

3. get back into

c. the flu

4. make it to

d. their strength

5. handle

e. to compete

6. build up

f. an upset

7. regain

g. hard

8. take it

h. confidence

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f. The School Sports host also asked Coach Laurence about her past. Read the answers
Coach Laurence gave and write the hosts questions.

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1. Host:

Tina Laurence: It happened five years ago during a competition.


2. Host:

Tina Laurence: I fell off the bar and injured my back badly.
3. Host:

Tina Laurence: It was a terrible blow. I was very upset.


4. Host:

Tina Laurence: I was able to overcome it by starting to work.


5. Host:

Tina Laurence: It gives me such a good feeling to know I am working with young gymnasts
Tina Laurence: and helping them win competitions.
g. Role-play the dialogue with a partner in class.
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HEALTH AND FITNESS TODAY


a. Do you remember the text from the Reading section? Answer the following questions. Use the
Explore text on page 78 to help you.
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1. What does the health club manager advise as the two main ways to prevent health problems?

2. Give an example of how health clubs are flexible.


3. What do most health clubs offer?
4. What does heart specialist Marvin Kane recommend?
5. What is the doctors advice on how to choose a health and fitness program?

b. Look at the information in the Explore text on page 78 and fill in the poster advertising the
health club.
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(club slogan)
(name of club),

At the

we say,
We offer:

joining,
If you are interested in
(make a suggestion)

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c. Read the conversation between Kevin, a new member of the health club and Jack, a veteran
member. Complete the dialogue with the words and expressions below. Use the Explore text
on page 78 to help you.

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developed my muscles flexible hours give up lunch


harmful nutritious meals variety of activities your own pace
Kevin: Hi, Im Kevin. This is my first time at the club. How long have you been training here?
Jack: Hi, Kevin. My names Jack. Ive been a member here for about three years. I love using the
the weightlifting equipment. As you can see I really have (1)
Kevin: Isnt too much exercise (2)

Jack: Not if you go at (3)


Kevin: Weight-lifting isnt all Im interested in. Im really looking for a (4)
Jack: Well, theres a swimming pool here and if you are ready to (5)

come play tennis with me during my lunch break.


Kevin: I have a really busy schedule. How can I find time for everything?
Jack: No problem. This club has (6)

. You can come and work

out before you go to work.


Kevin: Well actually, Im starving. Perhaps Ill get a sandwich from the cafeteria.
Jack: I better warn you. They only serve (7)

here. Its hard

work staying fit!

d. Fill in the chart with advice on things you should or shouldnt do in order to stay fit. Use the
Explore text on page 78 to help you. Share your advice with the class.
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Things you should do

Things you shouldnt do

You should

You shouldnt

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TEN MILES
a. Do you remember the dialogue Ten Miles in the Speaking section? Use the Explore text on
page 78 to help you to write phrases that:
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reprimand / tell off


b. Here are some sentences about health and fitness.
Decide what each person is expressing. Mark the correct column.
Giving advice

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Reprimanding

1. You should eat more fruit and vegetables.


2. You shouldnt have overexercised. Youre exhausted.
3. You should check with your doctor before you join the
fitness program.
4. You shouldnt have swum straight after a heavy meal. You
could have got a cramp.
5. You should exercise daily or else youll develop health
problems.
6. Stop eating all that junk food. You should eat nutritious
meals if you want to stay in shape.
7. You shouldnt have stayed so long at the gym. You missed
an important meeting.
c. Write a dialogue in which you ask for advice about choosing a fitness program and a doctor
gives you advice. Use the words and phrases from b. to help you.

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You: Excuse me, doctor. Do you think you could give me some advice on choosing a fitness
program?
Your doctor:
You:
Your doctor:
You:
Your doctor:
d. Role-play the dialogue with a partner.
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PAST CONDITIONALS
a. Look at the three pictures below. Match the quote to the situation.
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a.

If I had eaten more


carefully, I wouldnt have
gained so much weight.

b. If we hadnt caught the flu, we


would have reached the finals.

c.

If I had spent more time in the


gym, I would have won the race.

b. Look at the fourth picture. Write your own speech bubble using the Past Conditional.
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c. Heart specialist, Martin Kane, gives some of his patients some advice. Match the two parts of
each sentence in A and B to form a new sentence with the doctors advice.
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1. If you had watched what you ate,

a. if you had stopped eating such fatty foods.

2. If you had been more careful lifting weights,

b. if you had followed my advice.

3. You would have succeeded with your diet

c. you wouldnt have had to go on a strict diet.

4. If you had chosen a program to match your


needs,

d. your injury could have been avoided.

5. You wouldnt have had so many problems now e. you wouldnt have dropped them on your feet.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

d. Read what happened to these people. Complete the sentences using the Past Conditional.
1. Jim didnt have enough money to join a health club. He didnt become fit.
If he
he

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enough money to join a heath club,


fit.

2. The health club closed early last night. Susan didnt exercise.
If the health club

early last night, Susan

3. Tom didnt take his tennis racket to work. He couldnt play tennis during his lunch break.
If Tom

his tennis racket to work, he


tennis during his lunch break.

4. Dr. Kane did not give his patients enough information about exercising. His patients injured
themselves.
If Dr. Kane
they

his patients enough information about exercising,


themselves.

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I N T E R M E D I AT E

PROBLEMS AT WORK
NEWS
a. Do you remember the news report about the steel strike in the Listening section?
Mark the following statements true (4) or false (8). Use the Explore text on page 79 to help you.
1. The steel workers and technicians intend to walk out of their jobs next week. 4
2. The workers are striking because their wages havent been increased. 4
3. The workers have gone on strike in the past. 4

/8

4. Experts believe it is still possible to save the steel plant. 4


5. All negotiations have stopped.

4/8

/8

/8

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6. In the past the company always kept its promises. 4

/8
7. The workers are optimistic of a last minute settlement. 4 / 8
8. Solid Steel may have to close down. 4 / 8

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b. Read the following statements. Decide whether the workers or the management of Solid
Steel made them.
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Workers

Management

1. We tried to listen to their demands but they are


determined to quit their jobs.
2. We told them that we refuse to keep working
without getting a raise in pay.
3. They keep accusing us of threatening them,
but all we want is to be taken seriously.
4. We were prepared to give them some incentives,
but they werent prepared to listen.
5. We thought that another strike wouldnt be effective.
We decided to take a more dramatic stand.
c. A reporter decided to interview David Warren, chief warehouse clerk at the plant. Complete
the radio interview with the phrases below. Use the Explore text on page 79 to help you.
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accept incentives call for a strike close down


continue with negotiations increase in wages throughout the world
walk out of
Reporter:

Is it true that your men plan to (1)

their jobs if their

demands arent met?


David Warren: Definitely. Our workers have had no (2)

for the last five

years. If negotiations fail then the company will have to (3)


Reporter:

Why didnt you (4)

.
as in the past?

David Warren: The last one didnt help. We believe that the management needs to act now. After
all they have the money. Solid Steel is the largest steel plant in the area and its
products are well known (5)
Reporter:

In other words, Mr. Warren, are you saying theres little hope in reaching a
settlement?

David Warren: Quite honestly, my men wont (6)


They also do not want to (7)
Reporter:

Well, thank you for the interview, Mr. Warren. It seems that it may indeed be too late
to save Solid Steel Corporation.

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d. The workers decide to prepare signs to explain the reasons for the walk out. Write the text for
the signs. Share your slogans with the class.
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FIFTY DAYS AND COUNTING


a. Do you remember the text from the Reading section? Circle the correct answer for the following
questions. Use the Explore text on pages 79, 80 to help you.
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1. What caused the walkout at Flemming Steel?


(bad working conditions / a cut in wages / the strike)
2. Who did Chuck Roste blame for the difficult situation?
(the foreign competition / the workers / the management)
3. Who did the workers blame? (the management / their wives / foreign competition)
4. What has so far prevented the plant from closing?
(the workers wives/ the management / both the workers and the management)
5. Why is the title of the story Fifty Days and Counting? (The strike will only last fifty days. /
The strike started fifty days ago and no one knows when it will end. / The strike is fifty years old.)
b. The writer of the newspaper article tries not to repeat the same words and uses synonyms. Find
the synonyms in the text for:
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1. a walkout
2. cut in wages
3. shut down
4. workers
5. closing its doors
c. Following sentences. Use the Explore text on pages 79, 80 to help you.
1. If the management (1)

(be aware) of the strength of the

competition, we (2)
2. If it (3)
(4)
3. If it (5)
the plant (6)

(be) in the plant now.


(not be) for the plant, many people
(not be able) to make a living.
(not be) for the loyalty of the workers,
(not survive) as long as it has.

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d. Read a dialogue between some of the wives of the strikers. Complete the dialogue with the
words and phrases below. Use the Explore text on page 45-46 to help you.
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cut in wages financial difficulties loyalty make a living


plant predicted quit solution under the circumstances
unproductive
Nina:

We cant allow the plant to close. How else will our husbands be able to
(1)

Debra:

I disagree. Our husbands cant work on such low wages. They already took a
(2)

. How can we manage on so little money? For the last few

years we all knew the plant has suffered (3)


husband is ready to (4)
Fiona:

. No wonder my

; he feels the plant has no future.

I blame the management. They should have (5)

that foreign competition

would be harmful.
Nina:

I agree. The management doesnt appreciate our husbands (6)


(7)

Fiona:

wouldnt have lasted this long without their good will.

But what about a (8)

to the problem? All the negotiations

have been (9)


Debra:

. The

I suggest we join the strike. I think we could make a difference if we stand alongside
our men.

Nina:

Brilliant idea! The radio and television will love it! I can see the headlines Women support
striking husbands!. (10)

theres no other choice!

e. Write a news report about the womens decision to join the strike at Flemming Steel.
Remember to include:

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what happened
when it happened
who was involved
why the event took place
quotes from the actual words of the women (see activity d)
a headline
f. Share your news reports with the class.

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QUITTING
a. Do you remember the dialogue in the Speaking section? The two people are leaving their
jobs. Match the statements in column A to the response in column B. Use the Explore text on
page 80 to help you.
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A
B
1. Are you thinking of quitting?

a. You were wrong.

2. Ive heard you were planning to leave.

b. Dont be.

3. Im thinking of quitting, myself.

c. Why do you ask?

4. Im sorry to hear that.

d. Youre kidding.

1.

VVVV2.

VVVV3.

VVVV 4.

b. Express your intentions about the following imaginary situations:


1. You feel that you are not getting enough attention from your teacher.

2. Your boss asks you to work an hour longer every day without extra pay.

3. You win a million dollars in the lottery.

4. The company you work at closes.

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c. Look at the pictures of the people in unhappy situations at work. What do you think the
people intend to do? Write a sentence for each picture using an expression of intention
(thinking of, planning to)

What are you going to do


about the cut in wages?

I hate my boss.

1.

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2.

Theyre wasting time. Why do they


take such long coffee breaks?
3.

d. Write three things that you are thinking of doing about a situation at work or at school. Use
expressions such as: Im thinking of, Im planning to, I intend to . Share your sentences
with a partner in class.
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RELATIVE CLAUSES
a. Put commas around the non-restrictive relative clauses.

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1. Flemming Steel which is located in Hamilton is the largest steel company in the country.
2. David Warre who is chief warehouse clerk at the plant supported the workers demands.
3. The workers who are still striking had already had a decrease in salary.
4. Foreign competition which was the cause of the companys financial difficulties was the reason
behind the pay cut.
5. Hank Wiskowski who represents the employees believes that management should have seen the
problem.
b. Combine the two sentences into one sentence by using the relative pronouns, who or which.
Read the sentence to a partner.
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1. Mrs. Smith went on strike with her husband. She is one of the workers wives.

2. Solid Steel is the largest plant in our region. It is going to close down tomorrow.

3. Hank Wiskowski disagrees with the management. He represents the employees.

4. The workers are still striking. They went on strike fifty days ago.

5. Incentives were rejected by the workers. They were offered by the management.

c. Complete the sentences using an appropriate relative clause.


Share your sentences with the class.
1. My boss,
2. The dress shop,

, is very successful.
, is now importing clothes from the Far East.

3. My colleague,

, has decided to quit.

4. The management,

, has refused to negotiate with us.

5. The products,

, have become too expensive.

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A HELPING HAND
CALL-IN
a. Do you remember the radio call-in, Point of View, from the Listening section? Mark the
statements that the radio host said during the program. Use the Explore text on page 81 to
help you.

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1. We want to hear what you think.


2. I dont think society should feel responsible for them.
3. Youre on the air.
4. Id like to comment on what Mr. Dawkins said.
5. Im sorry, but I have to interrupt you.
6. What are your views on the situation of the homeless?
7. We have another caller.
8. Do we have someone on the line?
9. Thank you all for listening.
10. Join us again.

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b. Match a sentence part from column A and a sentence part from column B to form a correct
sentence.

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1. We will discuss the situation

a. on whether or not youre willing to work.

2. What is our responsibility

b. who dont have enough money to pay the rent.

3. Keeping a job depends

c. of the homeless in Americas cities.

4. Homeless people are usually capable

d. people who have had some bad luck.

5. The homeless may be senior citizens

e. as members of society?

1.

WW2.

WW3.

WW4.

WW5.
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c. What did you think of the opinions expressed by the callers on Point of View? Mark whether
you agree or disagree with the statements below. Then exchange answers with a partner.
Agree

Disagree

1. Keeping a job usually depends on whether or not youre willing to


work.
2. I dont think society should feel responsible for these people.
3. I dont believe in helping people who wont help themselves.
4. The homeless are really no different from you or me.
5. If the establishment had taken steps to help these people, the
situation would be different today.

d. Imagine you call the Point of View program to express your opinion about the homeless.
Write a dialogue between the radio host and yourself. Use the words and phrases from a. and
b. to help you.
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DOES HOMELESS MEAN HELPLESS?


a. Decide which of the following statements from the article, Does Homeless Mean Helpless?
express a fact or an opinion. Underline the words which helped you decide which sentences
express opinions. Mark the appropriate column. Check your answers with a partner.
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fact

opinion

1. Thousands of youngsters and elderly people live on the streets.


2. Our government should have done something about this
problem years ago.
3. It is expected that by the year 2000, ten percent of the
country will be living on the streets.
4. If low-rent housing had been provided then, there would not
be such a problem today.
5. Willy Burns has spent the last nine years on the street.

b. Who said what in the Reading text? Mark the appropriate column. Use the Explore text on
page 82 to help you.
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Mrs. Jacks

Mr. Burns

Kevin

1. I am not capable of living


like other citizens.
2. Wherever I went, Id still feel
like I didnt belong.
3. No positive steps have been
taken to offer these people
an alternative life.
4. I came from a home where
there was a lot of violence.
5. I cant help wondering why
people want to help me.

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c. Which of the people in activity b. might have made the following statements? Add another
statement each person might have said.
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1. Life has been pretty bad. I have no hope for the future.

2. Life in a retirement home is wonderful. Its a pity not all senior citizens can afford it.

3. I chose to live on the streets. Its what I prefer.

d. Match the words in column A with the correct words in column B. Write the phrases below.
A

1. take

a. housing

2. provide

b. a difference

3. give

c. steps

4. make

d. an alternative life

5. offer

e. a point of view

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e. What steps could be taken to help the homeless? Read the following ideas and choose three
that you agree with.

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1. Distribute free meals to people who live on the streets.


2. Force the homeless to go into shelters.
3. Have social workers visit the homeless once a week.
4. Have doctors go out on the streets to examine the homeless.
5. Provide low-rent housing.
6. Invite the homeless into your home.
f. Look at the title of the Reading passage again. Do you think homeless means helpless? Write
a short paragraph saying how you think homeless people like Mr. Burns and Kevin can be
helped. Use your own ideas or those in activity e. Give your paragraph to a partner to read.

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DO YOU NEED HELP?


a. In the dialogue, Do You Need Help?, a young man tries to help a woman. Use the Explore
text on page 82 and write the words from the dialogue that express the following:
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1. offering help
2. accepting help
3. refusing help

b. Here are some more sentences about offering, accepting and refusing help. Decide which
each person is expressing and mark the correct column.
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Offering help

Accepting help

Refusing help

01. Can I help you carry your shopping?


02. I prefer to depend on myself, thanks.
03. Please, let me give you a hand. Its really no
trouble.
04. I dont want your help. I can manage by
myself.
05. Would you like me to help you find a job?
06. Can I at least offer you a hot meal and a cup
of coffee?
07. Ive told you before - I like doing things my
own way.
08. Oh, all right. You can drive me to the doctors.
09. Yes, thats very kind of you.
10. Is there anything else I can do for you?

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c. Write two alternative dialogues. In dialogue 1, a homeless person accepts help from a social
worker. In dialogue 2, he refuses help. You can use the phrases from a. and b. to help you.
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Dialogue 1
Social worker: Do you need help finding a place to stay?
Homeless person:
Social worker:
Homeless person:
Social worker:
Homeless person:

Dialogue 2
Social worker: Do you need help finding a place to stay?
Homeless person:
Social worker:
Homeless person:
Social worker:
Homeless person:

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RELATIVE CLAUSES: REVIEW


a. Read the following descriptions of characters from the unit. Choose the correct relative
pronouns to complete the texts. Then, match the pictures to the descriptions.
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1. Point of View is a radio call-in program


(1) whose/whom/which is listened to by ordinary
citizens all over the country.
(2) Whatever/whenever/whoever you are and
(3) whatever/whenever/whoever you think we at
Point of View want to hear from you.
So call us now and lets hear (4) what/that/which
you have to say!
2. Poor Kevin came from a home
(1) whose/where/that there was a lot of violence.
As a result, he ran away from home and ended up
on the streets. Now, (2) wherever/whenever/whatever
he goes, he feels he doesnt belong. He has a very
negative attitude to the future and feels that
(3) whatever/whenever/whoever he does will end in
failure.

a.

b.

3. Willy Burns, (1) whose/whom/where life for the last


nine years has been spent on the streets, claims that
he is homeless by choice. He says that he is an
example of someone (2) whose/which/who isnt
capable of leading a normal life.
(3) Whatever/Wherever/Whenever happens, he
prefers to depend only on himself

c.

4. Marilyn is a social worker (1) who/where/which


works with homeless people. She believes that the
homeless are capable people (2) who/that/which
have simply had some bad luck.
(3) Whatever/Whoever/Whenever the reason people
have for being homeless, Marilyn believes that
society always has responsibility to help out.

d.

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b. Complete the description of Mrs. Jacks by adding a relative pronoun.


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Mrs. Flory Jacks, (1)

lives in a retirement home, is satisfied with her life.

However, she has to do (2)

the staff at the home tells her to do.

Sometimes, when she is lonely, she speaks to (3)


She really misses her old neighborhood, (4)
years.

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is around at the moment.


she had lived for over forty

I N T E R M E D I AT E

HEALTH AND HAPPINESS


DOCTOR
a. What do the characters in the video think of Dr. Chad? Use the Explore text on page 84 to
help you. Mark the statements true (4) or false (8).
1. He is a good doctor.
2. He is bad-looking.
3. He is in love with Lully.
4. Hes not a young man.
5. He wants to go to the party with Lullys Mom.

4
4
4
4
4

/
/
/
/
/

8
8
8
8
8

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b. Complete the sentences using the words below. Use the Explore text on page 84 to help you.
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flirting joking making fun teasing

of her.

1. She is upset because he is


2. Dont you understand that hes interested in you? Thats why he was
with you.
3. Dont take him seriously. Hes just

4. Dont let that bother you. Hes just

you.

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c. Read the scriptwriters summary of the next episode of the soap opera. Write the dialogue for
the script. Act out your scripts in class.
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At Helenas party: Lully comes up to Chad and asks him why he has come
to the party. Chad is surprised by the question. He tries to change the

subject and asks Lully about her health. Lullys mother comes up to them

and says hello. Chad asks her to go with him to meet some of his friends.
Mom refuses because she doesnt want to leave Lully alone at the party.
Lully wants her mother to go with Chad. Mom agrees to go with Chad.

Lully:
Chad:
Mom:
Chad:
Mom:
Lully:
Mom:

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AFTER A HEART ATTACK


a. Do you remember the advice for people recovering from a heart attack? Mark the topics the
advice deals with. Use the Explore text on page 85 to help you.
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01.

smoking

06.

weighing yourself

02.

eating

07.

sleeping

03.

reading

08.

visits to the doctor

04.

exercising

09.

drinking alcohol

05.

overworking

10.

drinking water

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b. Look at the pictures in Dr. Chadwicks office. Write advice to match each picture. Use you
should / you shouldn't.

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c. Do you remember the instructions and advice for people recovering from a heart attack?
Read the following text and underline the incorrect information. Use the Explore text on page
85 to help you.

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Many victims of heart attacks do not know how to behave after the heart attack. There are things
you may do and things you may not do. You may smoke two cigarettes a day, but no more. Also,
you may not drink any alcohol at all, including wine. As far as your diet is concerned, eat nutritious
food. You may eat as much grilled fish and chicken as you wish. Dont worry about your weight.
Dont weigh yourself more than once a month. Its a good idea to exercise once in a while.
Exercising too much can weaken your heart. Keep fit and eat sensibly and you can prevent another
heart attack.

d. Compare the two diets of two men who come to the doctors office after they suffered a heart
attack.
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1. Which of the two has the healthier diet?


2. Give advice to each of the men on how to improve each of their diets. Use the phrases:
you should or you should not.
3. Share your advice with the class.

Pauls Daily Diet

Gregs Daily Diet

cereal

whole-grain bread

fried egg

cottage cheese

steak and chips

grilled fish and salad

red wine

fried sausages

pasta

vegetable pie

salad

fresh fruit

ice cream

beer and peanuts


chocolate cake

e. Write down your daily diet. Share it with a partner and decide if it is a healthy diet.
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CAN I HELP?
a. Do you remember the dialogue Can I Help? in the Speaking section? Use the Explore text
on page 85 to help you to answer the questions.
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1. Where does the dialogue take place?


2. What kind of help is the man offering?
3. What mistake did the woman make?
4. What does the man offer to do?
5. Does the woman agree?
b. Use the Explore text on page 85 to help you write the words used to:
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offer help

accept help

c. Read the following sentences that give advice on health and happiness. Decide what each
sentence expresses. Mark the correct column.

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Offering help

Accepting help

1. Can I suggest a really good diet?


2. Sure, if I dont have to starve!
3. Can I buy your fruit and vegetables this week?
4. I think I can manage cutting out salt.
5. Could I recommend a good dietician?
6. Thank you for your advice about exercising.
7. Can I prepare you a great low fat lunch?

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d. Dr. Chadwick gives advice to his patient, Pam. Pam does not want to follow the doctors
advice. Write the dialogue. You can use the sentences below or write your own. Role-play the
dialogue with a partner.
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Doctor: Good morning, Pam. I think today we should talk about how you can get into better shape
and feel happier about yourself. At your age bad habits can be dangerous! Can I offer
some help?
Pam:
Doctor:
Pam:
Doctor:
Pam:
Do you want me to explain how to eat more nutritious food?
Can I recommend a way to limit your drinking so much alcohol?
Do you want me to tell you how to start a keep fit program?
I think Im too old to change my ways.
Do you want me to be miserable all day?

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PAST FORM OF MODALS


a. Match the sentences from A and B to express possibility. In some cases there is more than
one possibility. Share your answers with the class.
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1. My boyfriend is very late for our date.

a. He may have gone swimming!

2. The doctor hasnt arrived at the clinic.

b. He may have got delayed at work.

3. Have you seen the gym instructor?

c. He may have gone to the gym after work.

4. Do you know where my husband is?

d. He might have visited a sick patient.

5. Have you seen the car keys?

e. You may have left them in the car!

6. Do you know where the groceries are?

f. You might have forgotten them in the store.

1.

vvvv2.

vvvv3.

vvvv4.

vvvv5.

vvvv6.

vvvv

b. Complete the following sentences using must have to make a logical conclusion.
1. The boss was found on the floor of his office. He

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(have)

a heart attack.
2. The doctor came to visit her at home. He

(decide)

that she needs special attention.


3. The doctors report is still on her desk. She

(not finish)

writing it.
4. She looks much better now. She

(go) on vacation.

5. He fell asleep while driving. He

(be) overtired.

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c. Read the following reports about missing items. What must/might/may have happened?
Share your answers with the class.
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Missing talking parrot


A talking parrot was reported missing yesterday from its home in
Bayway. The parrot, which belongs to the gym instructor at the
community center, was last seen perched on the window of the
gym.

The parrot

Missing Jeep
A jeep was reported missing yesterday after its driver
left it on the beach while he went jogging.

The jeep

Vets Medical Bag Missing


The vets medical bag was reported missing last
evening after he made an emergency call to help
a cow give birth.

The bag

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I N T E R M E D I AT E

G O I N G

O U T

MUSIC
a. Do you remember the radio program in the Listening section? Choose the best answer. Use the
Explore text on page 86 to help you.
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1. The program tells about sports events / musical events.


2. There are two / three presenters.
3. The program recommends / doesnt recommend events.
4. The presenters agree / dont agree on the best event.
5. The presenters check out the events themselves / take listeners choices.
6. The program is on every day / once a week.
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b. Who says what in the radio program Sound Sense? Use the Explore text on page 86 to help
you. Mark the right answer.
Allegra
Ray
1. Which upcoming musical event tops your list of recommendations today?
2. Musical Disturbance is sure to become a classic.
3. If the applause is any sign, this will be the hit of the year.
4. If youve only got one night out, you should play it safe.
5. Well be there checking it out for our listeners.

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c. Complete the music magazine review with the words below. Use the Explore text on page 86
to help you.
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cheered hilarious lots of money musical comedy on tour


outstanding recommend talented top of the list worthwhile

Best Show in Town!


by Richard Blake
There can be no doubt that Musical Disturbance is the (1)
in musical entertainment this week. The show is a (2)
up and (3)

hit. The entire audience stood

on the opening night. In most critics view, this

(4)

will become a classic. The show is making (5)

(6)

production and features very (7)

(9)

the musical. This has been my most (10)

sure to be a huge financial success for director Ali Green. Musical Disturbance is an
The show is (8)
this season!

in Newtown for another two months. I strongly

and is
singers and actors.
experience

d. Fill in the table according to the information in the Explore text on page 86.
Musical Disturbance

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The Astonished Genius

Kind of event
Audience reaction
How successful
Rays recommendation
Allegras recommendation
e. Complete the following sentences in order to compare Musical Disturbance and The
Astonished Genius. Use the information from your table in c.
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Musical Disturbance is a musical comedy while The Astonished Genius is


(1)

. They are both (2)

The audiences in both events (3)


(4)

. However, Ray prefers.


while Allegra prefers (5)

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f. Read the dialogue of the next broadcast of Sound Sense and answer the questions that
follow.
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Allegra: Welcome to Sound Sense, the program that informs you all about upcoming musical
events around town.
Ray:

That was Allegra Pizzicato and I am Ray Tone - and we have two shows we want to tell
you about this week.

Allegra: Well the first show, Never on Monday which opened this week, is one that I strongly do
not recommend. The music is intolerably loud and the singers are extremely untalented. I
have to say I was very disappointed because the musical is directed by Noel Hill, the
same person who directed the successful The Astonished Genius. In my view, Never on
Monday should never be seen on any day!
Ray:

Well Allegra, you seem pretty certain about not recommending that show! Unfortunately,
listeners are going to be further disappointed to hear that the long-running, popular
musical show Musical Box has been cancelled due to the illness of some of the main
performers. Tickets have already been sold out for the first performance of the new
season this weekend. Im afraid ticket holders will have to hang on to their tickets till the
musical is rescheduled. I imagine there are going to be a lot of disappointed fans hearing
that announcement.

Allegra: Theres one bit of good news though


Ray:

And what is that, Allegra?

Allegra: I was right about the dramatic opera The Astonished Genius. Its a huge success! The
tickets are all sold out!
Ray:

Clever girl! Well be back next week at the same time. See you then.

1. Why doesnt Allegra recommend the show Never on Monday?

2. Why is Allegra particularly disappointed?

3. Why was the show Musical Box cancelled?

4. How do you know that Musical Box is not a new show?

5. Why does Ray think Allegra is a clever girl?

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GET READY FOR A HOT DATE


a. Do you remember the text from the Reading section? Read Sandys list for preparing for her
date. Fill in the blanks with verbs below. Use the Explore text on page 87 to help you.
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Things to do
1.

a shower

2.

my nails

3.

what to wear

4.

my clothes

5.

makeup

6.

for your date

7.

in time

choose iron leave polish put on take wait

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b. Use the expressions in a. to give a friend 5 pieces of advice about getting ready for a date.
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1. You should
2. Its a good idea to
3. Dont forget to
4. Make sure
5. If you
c. Read Sandys diary entry after her hot date. Fill in the blanks. Choose from the words in the
box below.

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express my personality give up hope hot date


plug in put on makeup polish shower
Dear Diary,

It took me hours to get ready for my (1)

everything went wrong! First the water in the (2)


Next I spilled my favorite nail (3)

. Just about

was freezing.

all over the bed. Yes, you

guessed, red polish all over the sheets and my new white pants! I couldnt find
anything to wear that would (4)
I tried to (5)

. When

the iron, I realized it didnt work so I had

to go to my neighbors house to iron. When I got back to my house there was a power
cut. I wanted to die! How do you (6)

in the dark?

I started to think - this is just perfect... a blind date in the dark! Well I waited and
waited. He never came.

This morning I found a note stuck to my front door, They say you should never
(7)

I guess you turned out to be a deaf date!

. I rang your bell for half an hour but

d. Write your own instructions on What not to do getting ready for a blind date. Share your
instructions with the class.

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LUNCH
a. Do you remember the dialogue Lunch in the Speaking section? Use the Explore text on
page 87 to help you. Write the words that the two women use to express:
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satisfaction

leave-taking

b. Read the following sentences made by friends going out. Decide what each person is
expressing. Mark the correct column.
Expressing
satisfaction
1. That was a really great movie. You chose well.
2. Ive got to go now. Take it easy.
3. Now that was a really delicious lunch.
4. It was the best meal Ive had in ages.
5. Call me when you get home. Drive safely.
6. That was an incredible show. I didnt want it to end!
7. Id better get going. Its really late.
8. Take care of yourself.
9. Ill speak to you later. See you.

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Leave-taking

CONJUNCTIONS
a. Add a response to each of the following statements.
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1. Sally: I love opera.


You:

So

2. Ray Tone:
You:

.
Ray didnt like the opera that much.

Neither

4. Allegra:
You:

I enjoyed that musical comedy.

3. Allegra:
You:

Ray didnt applaud at the end of the opera.

5. Joan: My daughter hates seafood.


You:

My daughter

b. Combine each pair of sentences into one sentence by using: not only... but also, either or,
neither... nor.
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1. Waiter: You can have either grilled fish. You can have chicken.
.
2. Ray Tone:

The audience cheered. They also stood up and applauded.


.

3. Allegra:

I didnt enjoy Never on Monday. I also didnt enjoy Musical Box.


.

4. My date:

We can go out for dinner. We can go to the movies.


.

5. Sandy:

My iron didnt work. There was a power cut.


.

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c. Read the dialogue between Martin and Barbara, the manageress of the
Perfect Date Agency. Complete the conversation with suitable conjunctions:
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either Im afraid not I hope so I guess so I guess not


I think so neither not only or

Barbara: So, you are looking for a slim, pretty and friendly young girl.
Martin:

(1)

Barbara: And youve never been on a blind date before?


Martin:

(2)

Barbara: Well dont worry. (3)


Martin:

So, do you have someone for me?

Barbara: (4)
Martin:

youll find the right girl quickly, or you wont.

. Let me see. This ones called Samantha. Shes twenty-five.

Im looking for someone who (5)

smokes nor drinks.

Barbara: I see. Well Samantha smokes. How about Helena? Heres her picture. Do you like the way
she looks?
Martin:

(6)

Barbara: Thinking isnt enough, Martin. You need to feel!


Martin:

Well, I am a bit nervous lately. I am (7)


also about my future.

Barbara: Martin decide, either you want to date (8)


Martin:

nervous about dating, but


you dont.

Well, I think, I want to.

Barbara: You dont sound enthusiastic, Martin.


Martin:

(9)

Barbara: Well, perhaps this isnt the right time for you.
Martin:

Oh, its the right time. My Mom just passed away and left me a huge house and a lot of
money.

Barbara: Really? Actually, Martin, Im free and I dont smoke or drink!

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RESTAURANT REVIEWS
FAMILY
a. Do you remember Sophies voice mail to Johnny in the Listening section? Mark the
statements true (4) or false (8). Use the Explore text on page 89 to help you.
1. Johnny might be a relative of Sophies.
2. Johnny did not go to the restaurant.
3. Sophie went to the restaurant by herself.
4. Carmen is the name of the Chinese restaurant.
5. Sophie doesnt usually eat a lot.
6. The meal was served by a waiter.
7. Sophie only ate three dishes.
8. Sophie was very satisfied with her meal at the restaurant.

4/8
4/8
4/8
4/8
4/8
4/8
4/8
4/8

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b. Read a magazine review of the restaurant Sophie went to. Complete the review with words
from below. Use the Explore text on page 47 to help you.
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Wong Does it Right!


by Adrian Keel
Wongs Chinese restaurant, situated in the city center, offers (1)
Chinese food. The food is all buffet style and customers can choose from a huge variety
of (2)
I (3)

.
with the wonton soup (4)

the corn

soup which the manager recommended. You certainly need to come with a huge
(5)
(6)

in order to truly take advantage of the excellent food. Dont


the sweet and sour chicken. It was my (7)

This new (8)


(9)

, which is located where Carmens


will no doubt be very popular with both the young and old in

Newtown. It is advisable to reserve your table in advance.

appetite dishes fabulous


favorite instead of
restaurant skip
started off used to be

c. Read Johnnys return voice mail. Look at the restaurant menu on the next page and mark the
foods Johnny chose.
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Hello Sophie. I forgot to tell you but I went to Wongs Chinese restaurant the night it opened. The
food was fabulous. I hardly skipped anything except the corn soup, which I hate, and the roast
beef and the spicy veal which are not my favorites. The wonton soup was delicious and so were
the egg rolls, Chinese chicken wings, the noodles, rice, sweet and sour chicken and the sesame
chicken. For desert I had the fried bananas. Well maybe I did miss out on some things! Im ready to
go there again when you are! Bye!

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Tonights buffet
corn soup
wonton soup
egg rolls
dim sum
chicken wings
roast beef
sesame chicken
sweet and sour chicken
spicy veal
noodles and vegetables
fried rice
fried bananas
lychees

d. Decide what you would order from the menu. You can add other dishes as well.
Tell your partner what you chose.
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A SEAFOOD AND STEAK SURPRISE


a. Do you remember the text from the Reading section? Match the two parts of the sentence
from column A and column B in order to retell the story. Use the Explore text on pages 89, 90
to help you.
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1. Raoul was nervous

a. it was very crowded and noisy.

2. They decided to go Sams Seafood and


Steak House

b. they had to wait a long time for the waiter to


bring their food.

3. When they arrived at the restaurant

c. was very negative.

4. They realized that they should have made a


reservation

d. because the restaurant was offering a meal at


half-price for students.

5. When they got their table they werent


pleased

e. because it was in the smoking section and


the tablecloth and silverware werent clean.

6. After they ordered

f. they both had stomachaches.

7. Neither Marcy nor Raoul enjoyed their food

g. when they had to wait almost an hour for a


table.

8. On the way home

h. because it was his first date with Marcy.

9. The review of the restaurant in the college


newspaper the next day

i. and decided to leave the restaurant.

1.

vvvv2.

vvvv3.

vvvv4.

vvvv5.

vvvv6.

vvvv7.

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vvvv8.

vvvv9.

vvv

b. Read between the lines and choose the best continuation for each sentence.
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1. Raoul and Marcy are students and probably can only go out to new restaurants /
have a lot of money / cannot afford expensive restaurants.

2. They think they were unfortunate to get a table in the smoking section because they like smoking /
they dont like smoking / they dont like the dirt.
3. They asked the waiter for the check because they werent happy with the food /
they had stomachaches / they ate roast beef.
4. They would have enjoyed their date more if they had more time / werent nervous /
they had gone out for pizza.
5. Raoul was sorry / happy / terrible that he hadnt seen the review of the restaurant before he went
there.
6. The word surprise in the title of the story refers to (the huge variety of food at the restaurant /
the price reduction for students / the terrible experience at the restaurant.
c. What do these descriptions refer to? Use the Explore text on pages 47, 48.
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1. awfully rare
2. strange bitter flavor
3. awful
4. terrible
5. crowded
6. didnt look very clean

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d. Read Raouls letter of complaint to the restaurant. Underline the five phrases that have
incorrect facts.
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To the Manager:
Sams Seafood and Steak House

Dear Sir,
I am writing to complain about the terrible evening I spent last night at your restaurant.
Firstly, the restaurant was very crowded and noisy and we had to wait nearly two hours for
a table. Secondly, there wasnt even a tablecloth on our table! Thirdly, the service was
disgusting and the waiter not only brought us the wrong food, but my girlfriends steak was
burned and my shrimps were very bitter. This was our first date and our evening was
ruined.
I hope you take this complaint seriously and compensate me for the meal. My girlfriend and
I are both suffering from bad stomachaches and we had to cancel our trip abroad.
Sincerely,
Raoul Trump

e. Rewrite Raouls letter, replacing the incorrect facts with correct ones.
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a. Do you remember the dialogue Recommendations in the Speaking section? Use the Explore
text on page 90 to help you write the words that are used to express:
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asking for an opinion


giving an opinion
agreeing with an opinion
asking for an explanation
making a suggestion

b. Read the following sentences about going out to eat. Decide what each person is expressing.
Mark the correct column.
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Asking for an
opinion

Asking for an
Giving an
explanation or
opinion
clarification

1. I believe they have very tasty food.


2. What do you mean by that?
3. The service is awful. You have to wait ages for the
food.
4. Is it a fancy restaurant?
5. Why dont people like going there?
6. They serve dinner by candlelight. Its worthwhile
going there.
7. I wouldnt recommend it. Its the kind of place your
ex-husband would choose!
8. Is there some reason the place is so empty?

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Kate: I think we should try Papas Pizza Place tonight.


(asks Marys opinion)
Mary: (gives a negative opinion)
Kate: (asks for an explanation)
Mary: (gives an explanation)
Kate: (agrees with Marys opinion and makes another suggestion)

Mary: (agrees happily to the suggestion)

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CONDITIONALS
a. Match the two parts of the sentence in A and B.
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1. If you hadnt eaten all that food,

a. we wouldnt have had to wait so long.

2. You would have been happier

b. you wouldnt have been so sick.

3. If we had reserved a table,

c. if we had chosen what you suggested.

4. They would have chosen something else

d. I wouldnt have burnt the meal.

5. If you had been on time,

e. if you had complimented the cook!

6. She might have given you more dessert

f. if they had asked our opinion.

1.

vvvv2.

vvvv3.

vvvv4.

vvvv5.

vvvv6.

b. Show that you understand the conditional sentences by completing the restatement of each
sentence.
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1. If we had ordered pizza, we would have been happier.


We werent happy because we

2. If they had gone to a Japanese restaurant, they would have had to sit on the floor.
Since they didnt go to a Japanese restaurant they

3. If she hadnt been so hungry, she wouldnt have been able to finish her meal.
She finished her meal because

4. If the food had been good, the newspaper would have given it a good review.
Since the food was not good, the newspaper

5. If she had skipped the soup, she would have enjoyed the buffet more.
She didnt skip the soup so she

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c. Complete the sentences using the correct form of the conditional.


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1. If I had had enough money to pay the bill


I wouldnt be washing / I wouldnt wash
dishes now.

3. We wouldnt be standing in line if we


made a reservation / if we had made a
reservation.

2. I wouldnt be sitting here if we didnt have an


argument / if we hadnt had an argument.

4. If I hadnt lost my job, I wouldnt be standing here /


I wouldnt have stood here.

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MEETING

PEOPLE

SOAP OPERA
a. Do you remember the soap opera with Angel and Veronica in the Listening section? Arrange
the sentences in the correct order according to the real sequence of events in the lives of
Angel and Veronica. Use the Explore text on page 92 to help you. Then tell the story to a
partner.
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a. Angel comes to see Veronica.


b. She is nervous about how to behave at the meeting.
c. Veronica doesnt recognize Angel immediately.
d. Their uncle and aunt separate them.
e. They discover they have the same tastes.
f. Angel and Veronicas parents die in a car accident.
g. Veronica remembers who Angel is.
h. Angel dreams of meeting Veronica during the years they are apart.
i.

Angel tells Veronica that she is her long lost twin sister.

j.

They have the rest of their lives to get to know each other.

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b. Read the following quotes from the soap opera. Which quotes express regret and which
express hope?

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1. If only we hadnt been separated, we could have been together all these years. (regret / hope)
2. I should have tried to call first. (regret / hope)
3. We have the rest of our lives to get to know each other again. (regret / hope)
c. Read the radio interview with the two actresses who played the part of the twins, Angel and
Veronica. Complete the interview with the words from below.
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affectionately coming back to me now Do I shake her hand


episode in common personalities separated soap opera

Interviewer:

Well, its great to have you both on my show, Meeting People.


The radio soap opera, A Stranger from the Past was very
popular with our listeners. I believe you both got a lot of fan mail,
particularly after the final episode. Debra, you played the part of
Angel. How much did you identify with her character?

Debra Leigh (Angel):

Well, I tried to imagine what it would feel like finally meeting


your twin sister. I really did ask myself questions like
(1)

or should I hug her

(2)
Interviewer:

Katherine, you played the part of Veronica. Did you enjoy playing
that role?

Katherine Taylor (Veronica):

Yes, it was wonderful. In the final (3)


I kept practicing the part when my memory came back and I
said, Its all (4)

. When I

remembered how we were (5)

at

such a young age, I felt very emotional.


Interviewer:

You both actually look very alike. Do you have much


(6)

Debra:

You wont believe it but our (7)

are

very similar. We like the same kind of clothes and music.


Interviewer:

Well, thank you both for this exclusive radio interview. We look
forward to having you both take part in another successful radio
(8)

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very soon!

THE DAY I MET MICK


a. Do you remember the story in the Reading section? The writer tells about some things that
went well and some things that went wrong. Read the following statements and write them in
the correct column. Use the Explore text on page 93 to help you.
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- The alarm clock didnt ring.

- A sports car crashed into her car.

- There was no hot water for the shower.

- She wasnt hurt.

- A policeman signaled her to stop.

- The driver of the sports car was the musician,


- Mick Starlight.

- The policeman was really cute.


- The policeman only gave her a warning.

Good things

- He gave her tickets to his next concert.

Bad things

b. Write a newspaper report about the accident. You can write your own or complete the report
below. Add a headline to the report.
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(headline)
Last night a very lucky lady had an accident. It happened at (give time)
intersection of (give two street names)

at the
. The woman,

Judy Robbins, had left home in a hurry in order to (give the reason)
. When she reached the intersection, (write what she did)
. Thats when a sports car (write what happened)
. She was surprised (give reason)
. The driver was (give drivers reaction)
that he (write what he did)

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c. Read the story the policeman told his wife. Complete the story by using the words below.
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embarrassed intersection ironed mess nervous right into


signaled warning wet

I noticed a yellow mini speeding along University Road at 10:37. I (1)


the driver to stop and move over to the side of the road. The driver looked very (2)
and scared. She looked as if shed just run out of her house; her clothes werent
(3)

and her hair was still (4)

(5)

. She seemed very

about the way she looked. She admitted she had been speeding

so I just gave her a (6)

. Quite honestly, she looked such a (7)

I thought she would cry if I shouted at her.


I decided to follow her since I was rather concerned about her strange appearance. At the next
(8)
went (9)

she stopped for a red light. Thats when a sports car


her car. Luckily, no one was hurt. When I asked the driver for his license,

he tried to tell me he was some famous musician. But Ive heard that story before!

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NICE MEETING YOU


a. Do you remember the dialogue Nice Meeting You in the Speaking section? The man was not
interested in continuing a relationship with the woman. Read the following statements and
decide which show that the person is not interested in continuing the relationship.
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1. See you around.


2. Dont call me again.
3. When can I call you?
4. Im sorry, but Im really busy for the next few months.
5. See you sometime.
6. I hear theres a new movie playing.
7. I dont think theres much point in continuing, do you?
8. How about lunch next week?
9. Is there a special restaurant youd like to go to?
10. I hope we see each other again soon.

b. Read the following situations and decide which expressions of leave-taking below you could
use in each situation.
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1. You have an interview for a new job. You take leave of the person who interviewed you.
2. You and your best friend just had lunch together. You have to get back to the office.
3. You spent the afternoon with your grandmother. You have to return home.
4. You were on a date with a person who did not behave nicely. You do not want to see him/her
again.
5. You spent a few days at a friends home. You need to get back to your routine.

Expressions of leave-taking:
a. See you later. Ive got to run.
b. It was so nice seeing you. Ill call you during the week. Stay well.
c. Thank you so much for your interest. I hope Ill be hearing from you soon.
d. It was so great spending time together. Its a pity I cant stay longer.
e. Could you get a taxi home? Im really in a hurry to get back home.

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c. Complete the dialogue between you and a person on your first date together.
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You: I really had a nice time tonight.


Your date: (politely agree)
You: (suggest another date)
Your date: (refuse another date)
You: (take leave unhappily)

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PAST FORM OF MODALS


a. Read the dialogue between Michelle and her boyfriend, David. Complete Michelles list of the
things she should have done and the things she shouldnt have done on her first day at work.
Michelle: I had the worst day at work. I couldnt remember the boss name!
David:

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Michelle, its David! Like mine. How could you have forgotten?

Michelle: It gets worse. I left my laptop in the car.


David:

It could have got stolen!

Michelle: Yes, and I forgot to take my credit card. I had no money to buy lunch.
David:

You should have borrowed money from someone.

Michelle: No, I couldnt have. I was too nervous to speak to anyone. I know I should have spoken
to some of the other girls at work.
David:

You didnt speak to anyone?

Michelle: No, I sat at my computer and hardly moved. I mustnt do that again. I must get some
exercise. I have a terrible headache.
David:

Did you at least drink?

Michelle: No.
David:

Michelle, let me take you out to dinner. Where did you put the car keys?

Michelle: I dont know. I should have left them on the table.


David:

Yes, you should have!!

Things I should have done

Things I shouldnt have done

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b. Read the problems and suggest possible reasons for the situation. Use the past form of the
modal. The first one is done for you.
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1. My roommate hasnt come home from work

2. Theres no answer at my husbands office.

yet. He must have taken a later train.

3. My taxi hasnt arrived yet.

4. The kids havent eaten supper.

5. We havent heard from our neighbors


who went to China.

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EXPLORE

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TEXTS

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UNIT 1

COUPLES

Engagement

Emily:

So, I really think I should move out of the mansion.

Skipper:

What does your family think about that?

Emily:

They're just going to have to get used to it.

Skipper:

Have you thought about where you want to live?

Emily:

No. I'll have to start looking soon.

Skipper:

Emily.

Emily:

What?

Waitress:

Excuse me. Will there be anything else for you?

Skipper:

Oh, no. Just the bill, please.

Emily:

What is it, Skip?

Skipper:

I'm so nervous! My hands are sweating, and I've got palpitations.

Emily:

What are you nervous about? I've never seen you like this.

Skipper:

Emily, when I was back in Iowa, I got this for you. It's not much of an engagement ring,
but it's for you, if you'll have it...if you'll have me.

Emily:

Skipper...it's beautiful! You're crazy.

Skipper:

I love you, Emily.

A New Acquaintance
The phone rang next to Meg's bed. It was Judy.
Hi, Meg!
Oh, hi, Judy! How are you?
Great!
Great? Why? Meg asked suspiciously. Judy was always either feeling great or complaining about
everything.

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I've just met the man I want to spend the rest of my life with, Judy said dreamily.
Where did you meet him? Meg asked.
At The Deep Blue Sea, Judy replied.
What's that?
You know. It's that new restaurant where all the waiters and waitresses wear fish costumes, Judy
said.
Well, I saw him at the table across from me. I thought he was a snob. But then he smiled at me,
and I thought he recognized me from somewhere. He didn't. He just wanted to meet me. We started
talking. Meg, he's so easygoing, and he has a great sense of humor. And he has the nicest
personality...
Meg could not listen to Judy any longer. She must have heard this same conversation a hundred
times. Judy, whom no one could call shy, met strangers and considered them friends within
minutes. The problem was that she was often disappointed when she actually got to know them.
Judy, Meg said.
Oh, and Meg, Judy continued, not listening, he was so affectionate. He kissed my cheek when
he said goodbye.
Judy, Meg said again.
What?
Be careful.
I can trust him. I know, Judy answered.
Like you knew about Peter?
Oh, Peter. I should have realized that Peter had problems when he started calling me five times a
day at work. Peter was a mistake. Everyone makes mistakes.
And Henry? Meg continued.
Oh, Henry. How could I have known about Henry?
Judy, you could have known about Henry if you had checked out his excuses. He was always
visiting his sick mother. You should have known.
I guess so. You're right, Judy consented.
Look! Just be careful. You always think you've met the man of your dreams whenever you meet
someone new.
They said goodbye, and Meg made herself a cup of coffee. She decided to go check out The Deep
Blue Sea the next day. It was time to meet someone new.

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Divorced
-

Tony and I are getting divorced.

You're kidding! I'm very sorry to hear that.

Don't be. We've both decided that we don't love each other anymore.

Well, as long as you both feel the same way, I suppose divorce is the best thing.

Past Form of Modals: Should/Could Have


-

Don't you think you should have asked your father for permission to take his car?

Even if I'd wanted to I couldn't have. He wasn't at home.

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UNIT 2

SPORTS AND FITNESS

Sports
Host:

Welcome back to School Sports. We're talking with North Star coach, Tina
Laurence. Some of you might not remember, but Tina Laurence was on her way to
becoming an Olympic athlete when she had a tragic accident several years ago. I'm
sure she would have brought home many gold medals. However, she has made a
name for herself with her champion gymnastics team. Coach Laurence, the North
Stars were expected to win every event at yesterday's competition. What
happened?

Coach:

I admit that we should have done much better, but several members of the team
had come down with the flu. They were exhausted. They really weren't in any
condition to compete, but they weren't willing to give in.

Host:

Well, I'm sure that if they hadn't been sick, the team would have made it to the
finals.

Coach:

I am, too. Now we have to concentrate on getting back into shape and preparing for
the next competition.

Host:

How did the girls take not making it to the finals?

Coach:

It was a terrible blow to the team's spirit. The girls who have been competing for a
long time know how to handle such an upset. The newer members have taken it
much harder. So now the team will not only have to build up their physical strength
through weightlifting and practice, but also regain their confidence, by hopefully
winning the next match.

Host:

Can we expect to see you in the finals next year?

Coach:

I sure hope so.

Host:

Thank you so much for talking with us today, Coach Laurence. And until next time,
this is Carl Rugby with School Sports.

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Health and Fitness Today


Health and fitness are very much in the news. More people these days are concentrating on eating
sensibly and staying in shape. We try to prevent problems, says Jane Roberts, manager of the Eat
Right and Stay Fit Health Club. We encourage our members to eat nutritious meals and to exercise
daily. 'Do it now,' we tell our clients. So many of the people who come to us say that they should
have joined sooner.
In recent years, health clubs like Eat Right and Stay Fit have been opening all over the country.
Most of these clubs offer flexible hours and a wide variety of activities. People who wish to exercise
before going to work can do so early in the morning, and many health clubs do not close until late
at night. Most health clubs offer a large and well-equipped gymnastics facility with weightlifting
equipment, where club members can work on developing their muscles and getting into shape.
Another popular activity is tennis, and members who are willing to give up eating lunch on their
noon break can be seen carrying rackets to the office.
Is too much exercise harmful? Recent studies have shown that people can get hurt from doing
exercise that's wrong for them. Heart specialist Marvin Kane, who is in charge of the Health and
Fitness Research Program at Cedars General Hospital, advises checking with a doctor before
beginning any fitness program. People should choose programs that have been designed to match
their physical abilities and needs, and follow them at their own pace, says Kane. If we had known
in the past what we know now, many injuries caused by over-exercising could have been avoided.

Ten Miles
-

I just ran ten miles! I'm exhausted.

You shouldn't have run so far.

And now I'm going to do some weightlifting!

By yourself?

Yes.

You shouldn't lift weights without a partner nearby. It's dangerous.

More Conditionals: Past Conditionals


-

Oh dear! If I'd known you were all coming, I would have made more food.

That's OK. We really just came to use the pool!

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PROBLEMS AT WORK

News
If five hundred laborers and technicians at Solid Steel Corporation walk out of their
jobs tomorrow as planned, then the company will no doubt have to close down.
Solid Steel is the largest steel plant in our region, and its products are famous
throughout the world. The workers, whose wages have not been increased since
the plant opened five years ago, could have called another strike. Under the
circumstances, however, theyve decided to quit. Industrial experts were called in
last week to help management handle the situation, but apparently it is too late now
to save the plant. Mr. David Warren, chief warehouse clerk at the plant, said that the
workers would neither accept incentives to go back to work, nor continue with
negotiations. Another worker, Mr. John Kaplan, said, If they hadnt made so many
empty promises in the past, then none of this would have happened. Either the
general manager takes our threats seriously, or Solid Steel closes tomorrow. And
now, tomorrows weather...

Fifty Days and Counting


The workers at Flemming Steel, who went on strike fifty days ago, are still striking. The walkout
began when Chuck Roste, Chief Executive Officer, announced a cut in wages. The plants
employees had already agreed to a temporary decrease in wages to help keep the plant open
during its financial difficulties. However, when a proposal for additional cuts was made, the workers
objected, and many threatened to quit.
Flemming Steel has been trying to handle this problem for the past several years. At one point,
there was even talk of closing down the plant. Employees were faced with a choice of either losing
their jobs or accepting wage cuts. Chuck Roste explains: Foreign competition has nearly shut us
down. We couldnt have predicted the effect of this competition. Under the circumstances, there
just wasnt any other choice but to lower salaries.

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Hank Wiskowski, who represents the employees, disagrees: The management should have seen
how the industry was changing. If they had been more aware of the strength of the competition, we
would all be in the plant now, working.
So far negotiations have been unproductive. The two sides agree on one thing, though. Neither
Flemming Steel nor the strikers want the plant to close down. As one strikers wife says, If it
werent for the plant, many people in this region wouldnt be able to make a living. If it werent for
the loyalty of the workers until now, the plant would not have survived as long as it has. It seems
that Flemming will either have to find a solution to its problems or close its doors for good.

Quitting
-

Are you thinking of quitting?

Why do you ask?

I heard someone say that you were planning to leave.

They were wrong.

Well, Im thinking of quitting, myself!

Youre kidding! Im very sorry to hear that.

Dont be. I hate this place!

Yes. Theres too much gossip.

More Relative Clauses: Non-Restrictive


-

My sister, who is a professor of French, lives in Paris.

How interesting. Did she get her degree there?

Yes. She studied at the Sorbonne, which as you know, is the best in France.

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UNIT 4

A HELPING HAND

Call-in
Host:

Good evening, and welcome to Point of View. This week we will discuss the situation
of the homeless in America's cities. What sorts of housing alternatives are available?
What is our responsibility as members of society? Could the establishment have done
something to prevent the current situation? We want to hear what you think. Give us a
call on 967-4133. Do we have someone on the line?

Caller 1:

Hello?

Host:

Hello. You're on the air. What's your name?

Caller 1:

Jim Dawkins.

Host:

Well, Jim, what are your views on the situation of the homeless?

Caller 1:

I don't think society should feel responsible for them. I think these people must have
done something, and as a result, have been left homeless. Keeping a job usually
depends on whether or not you're willing to work. These people must be lazy, and I
don't believe in helping people who won't help themselves.

Host:

Well, thanks for calling, Jim. And we have another caller. Hello. You're on the air.
What's your name?

Caller 2:

I'm Marilyn Goldshmidt, and I would like to comment on what Mr. Dawkins said. I work
with the homeless, and in many cases they are either capable people who have had
some bad luck, or senior citizens who don't have enough money to pay the rent. If the
establishment had taken steps to help these people, the situation would be different
today. We wouldn't have young people with children, and elderly people living on the
streets. The homeless are really no different from you and me. They just don't have
enough money to pay rent...

Host:

I'm sorry, but I have to interrupt you, Marilyn. We have to end the program now. Thank
you for calling, and thank you all for listening. Have a good week, and join us again
next Tuesday evening for Point of View.

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Does Homeless Mean Helpless?


One of the most controversial issues in today's society is that of the homeless. At present,
thousands of youngsters and elderly people live their lives on the streets, and the situation is not
improving. Indeed, it is expected that by the year 2000, ten percent of the country will be living on
the streets. Some people believe that if the government had taken more steps to help the homeless,
perhaps by providing low-rent housing, then there would not be such a problem today.
Mrs. Flory Jacks, a senior citizen who is living at Waverly Retirement Home, gave her point of view.
Our government should have done something about this problem years ago. In my opinion, no
positive steps have been taken to offer these people an alternative life. Mr. Willy Burns, whose life
for the last nine years has been spent on the streets, is not so negative. I can't help wondering why
people want to help me. If I had wanted to make it in the city, I could have. I chose not to. I am not
capable of living like other citizens. I prefer to depend only on myself.
However, this is not the attitude in every case. Fourteen-year-old Kevin didn't have any good
comments to make about his life. I came from a home where there was a lot of violence. After a
while, I couldn't stand it anymore, so I left. Since then, I've been on my own. I guess I could've
either gone to some government place or back home, but it wouldn't have made any difference.
Wherever I went, I'd still feel like I didn't belong.

Do You Need Help?


- Ma'am, do you need help lifting your stroller onto the bus?
- No. I'm fine, but thanks, anyway.
- Then at least let me help you carry those bags.
- No, thanks. I can really manage by myself.
- Please. I enjoy helping people.
- Well, OK, young man. You can lift those heavy bags for me.

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More Relative Clauses: Whoever, Wherever, etc.


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My dog is very loyal. He follows me wherever I go.

Does he also do whatever you tell him to do?

Of course. Watch. Fluffy, go do the laundry!

More Relative Clauses: Whose and Where


-

That restaurant where we ate last night was terrible.

Stop complaining. Have you forgotten whose idea it was to eat there?

More Relative Clauses: Review


-

That blue car, which is blocking the driveway, needs to be moved.

How are you going to figure out whose car it is?

Simple. Will whoever parked in front of the driveway please move their car immediately!

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UNIT 5

HEALTH AND HAPPINESS

Doctor
Mom:

Chad came by to see how you were.

Lully:

Chad? He only just saw me three hours ago. What did he think was going to happen to
me in three hours?

Mom:

Oh, he's a conscientious doctor, isn't he?

Lully:

Yes, he is. He's just a fine doctor and not a bad-looking one either.

Mom:

Oh, he's all right.

Lully:

Do you know if he's coming to Helena's party tomorrow night?

Mom:

Oh yes, he said...oh never mind.

Lully:

What, Mama?

Mom:

Nah, he's just teasing me.

Lully:

What did he say?

Mom:

Well, he just said he'll go if I go. He was just joking, of course.

Lully:

What?! So, good old doctor Chadwick's in love with my mother!

Mom:

Shhh, Lully, lower your voice. He's not. He's just...

Lully:

Flirting with you, that's what.

Mom:

Don't make fun, Lully.

Lully:

Oh, Mama, I wouldn't make fun of you about something like this. You deserve to have
some love in your life.

Mom:

I wouldn't go so far as to call it love.

Lully:

Call it whatever you want, Mama, but enjoy it.

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After a Heart Attack


Absolutely no smoking!
Drink only small quantities of alcohol and limit it to wine.
Eat sensibly. Try to eat nutritious food which is neither fatty nor salty. Stay away from fried food.
Concentrate on eating fresh fruit and vegetables, and whole-grain bread. Eat just a small amount of
either grilled fish or chicken.
Weigh yourself weekly. Remember: being overweight may have caused your condition.
Try to keep in shape. Exercise three or four times a week. Keeping fit will strengthen your heart. This
will help prevent another attack.

Can I Help?
-

Can I give you some help?

Sure, if it's no trouble.

How many pounds are you lifting?

I'm trying to lift a hundred pounds.

But you've only got eighty pounds.

Oh! I must have made a mistake.

Do you want me to put the other weights on the bar for you?

Yes, please, if you wouldn't mind.

Past Form of Modals: Might/May/Must Have


-

Is Mr. Tanaka still at work?

I don't see him. He must have left.

Aha... He's usually home by now.

Well, his car was giving him some trouble. It may have broken down or he might have taken it to
a garage.

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UNIT 6

GOING OUT

Music
Allegra:

Welcome to Sound Sense, the program that tells you what's worthwhile listening to
around town. I'm Allegra Pizzicato.

Ray:

And I'm Ray Tone.

Allegra:

OK, Ray. Which upcoming musical event tops your list of recommendations today?

Ray:

Well, Allegra, I'd say it would have to be the hilarious hit, Musical Disturbance, which
is here on tour from January 7th. You should have been there opening night! There was
actually cheering in the theater. This musical comedy is sure to become a classic. And
not only that, but it's also making lots of money. I'd say you must see it.

Allegra:

Well, I don't agree with you, Ray. If there is only one show that you can see, it has to
be the dramatic opera, The Astonished Genius, an outstanding production, featuring
very talented singers. If the applause is any sign, this will be the hit of the year.

Ray:

Well, I've never even heard of the singers in that show, and I think if you've only got
one night out, you should play it safe.

Allegra:

Well, there you have our choices. Remember, whenever there's a musical event,
Sound Sense will be there checking it out for our listeners. We'll be back next week
at the same time. See you then.

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Get Ready for a Hot Date


Take either a bath or a shower two hours before your date.
If you want to polish your nails, do so now. Choose a nail color that expresses your personality.
Let dry.
Plug in iron and wait for it to heat. In the meantime, choose clothes for the evening. Iron clothes.
Put on makeup (if you wear it). Tell yourself you are beautiful at least ten times.
Wait for your date, or leave in time to meet him.
Here are two last things to remember: If it's a blind date, don't go alone.
If he turns out to be a nightmare date, don't give up hope. There are always plenty more fish
in the sea!

Lunch
-

Wow! That lunch was delicious.

Yes. it was. Im full.

Well, Ive got to get back to work.

Me, too.

Ill speak to you soon. Take it easy?

Thanks. Take care of yourself.

Bye.

See you.

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Conjunctions: Pairs
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My cousin Tom is in town. Do you want to meet him?

It depends. Tell me about him.

Not only is he cute, but he's also smart.

In that case, I'm free either Friday or Saturday night!

Conjunctions: In Short Answers


-

I love seafood!

I do too. But it's so expensive.

Don't worry. I'm paying.

I hope so. I'm broke.

Conjunctions: Review
-

Julie, I'm buying this dress. It's not only beautiful, it's also cheap. I really like it.

I do too. But why is it so cheap?

Hmm. Either they marked it wrong, or the material isn't very good.

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UNIT 7

RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Family
Hello, Johnny. It's Sophie. You really should have come with us last night. We went to that Chinese
restaurant where Carmen's used to be. The food was fabulous; I never knew I had such a big
appetite. It was a buffet and we ate as much as we wanted. To start off with, I had a bowl of corn
soup, although I probably could have skipped it. Instead of having just one main dish, I tried
everything. My favorites were the Chinese roast beef, shrimp with vegetables, and sweet and sour
chicken. Everything was delicious. You must come with us next time.

A Seafood and Steak Surprise


"Are you sure I look OK?" asked Raoul hesitantly.
"You look fine, Raoul!" said Steve, Raoul's roommate. You should have left already. You don't
want to be late for your first date with Marcy!"
"I'm leaving, I'm leaving! See you later," said Raoul.
"Hope you have a good time."
"I hope so, too," answered Raoul nervously.
They'd decided to go out for dinner. The restaurant they were going to was called Sam's
Seafood and Steak House and was one of a chain of new restaurants. Although neither Raoul
nor Marcy had ever been there before, they'd heard that the restaurant was having a half-price
student special.
"I hope you have an appetite tonight," Raoul told Marcy in the car. "I've heard that this restaurant
has a huge seafood buffet and an All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp Special."
"Sounds great!" said Marcy. "I'm starving!"
When they arrived at the restaurant, it was crowded and very noisy.
"I guess we should have made a reservation," said Raoul.

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After waiting almost an hour, they finally got a table. Unfortunately, it was in the smoking section.
Not only that, but the tablecloth and silverware didn't look very clean. Finally, the waiter came to
take their order.
"I'll have the roast beef, well done, and corn on the cob," said Marcy.
"And I'll have the All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp Special" said Raoul.
"Something to drink?" asked the waiter.
"Two mineral waters," said Raoul.
After a very long wait, their dinner arrived. "This roast beef is awfully rare," said Marcy.
"And these shrimp have a strange, bitter flavor," complained Raoul. "Let's ask the waiter for our
check."
On the way home, both Raoul and Marcy had stomachaches.
"It must have been that roast beef," said Marcy.
"And those awful shrimp!" cried Raoul. "If we had just gone out for a pizza, we would have
enjoyed ourselves so much more!"
The next day, Raoul saw a review of Sam's Seafood and Steak House in the college newspaper.
It said, "We do not have a single compliment for this terrible restaurant! Whatever you do, don't
go to Sam's Seafood and Steak House!"
"Now they tell us!" cried Raoul, holding his stomach.

Recommendations
-

Is the food good here?

I believe so. Betsy and Paul eat here all the time.

In that case, I'm certain the food is horrible.

What do you mean?

Have you forgotten? Their recommendations are always terrible.

I suppose you're right. We'd better go somewhere else.

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More Conditionals: Mixed Time Conditionals


-

I'm sorry, Mrs. Fraser. I don't know the answer.

Well, if you had been listening earlier, John, you would know the answer now.
More Conditionals: Review

If I hadn't spent all that money on dinner last night, I would be able to buy that VCR for us now.

Oh! If I had known you were trying to save money, I would have made a nice dinner at home.

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UNIT 8

MEETING PEOPLE

Soap Opera
Narrator:

And now, for the final episode of A Stranger from the Past.

Angel:

I should never have come! Perhaps I should have tried to call first. Maybe it's not a
convenient time. What should I say? How should I act? Do I shake her hand? Kiss her
on the cheek? Embrace her affectionately? Do I . . .

Veronica:

Hello, who are you? You look awfully familiar, but . . . no, it can't be possible.

Angel:

Oh, Veronica! Don't you recognize me? It's me, Angel, your long lost twin sister! We
were separated when we were kids. We were only five years old. Try! Try to remember!

Veronica:

Wait. Yes! Yes! It's all coming back to me now! I remember how our parents died in the
accident. Then mother's Aunt Alice and Uncle Harold, who didn't want to take care of
us, separated us. They sent me to Boston, and they told me you were lost forever! Oh,
Angel, how could I have trusted them?

Angel:

Veronica, I have been dreaming of this moment for so many years! Just looking at you,
I can tell we have so much in common. Our taste in clothes and music, why, even our
personalities are probably similar. Who is your favorite musician? I like Mick Starlight!

Veronica:

I do, too! I'm crazy about him! Oh, Angel, if only we hadn't been separated, we could
have been together all these years!

Angel:

At least now we'll have the rest of our lives to get to know each other again.

Veronica:

Oh, yes. We have so much to catch up on!

Narrator:

And that was the final episode of A Stranger from the Past.

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The Day I Met Mick


I'll never forget the day I met Mick Starlight. It began like a nightmare; everything went wrong. First,
my alarm clock didn't ring. I must have forgotten to plug it in. I woke up late, and I can't stand being
late! Then I took a shower and of course, there was no hot water! I quickly got dressed, and ran out
of the house without breakfast, still wanting to make it in time for class.
On my way to the university, I must have been driving too fast. A policeman signaled to me to stop.
I was nervous, but when he came over, he smiled. He was really cute! Then I realized that I must
have looked a mess. Not only hadn't I had time to put on any makeup, but I also hadn't ironed my
shirt or dried my hair. I could have died of embarrassment. However, I smiled back at him, anyway.
Was I driving too fast, officer? I asked.
I'm afraid so, he answered.
I didn't know what to do then, so I just told him I was sorry. Luckily, he was very nice, and only gave
me a warning. I soon reached the intersection where I had to turn. Looking up, I saw a beautiful
sports car coming up behind me. As I got to the corner, the light turned red. I stopped, but the
sports car didn't, and went right into me! I couldn't believe it! How could he have been so stupid,
whoever he was?! Fortunately, I was fine, but my car wasn't. I stepped out of the car and was
preparing to shout, when I saw the driver of the sports car. It was Mick Starlight! He felt so bad
about my car that he not only paid for the repairs, but he also gave me tickets to his next concert!
And of course, I never did make it to class.

Nice Meeting You


-

I have to go. I have a meeting.

Bye, Dan. It was nice to have met you.

It was nice meeting you, too. Take it easy.

I hope we see each other again soon.

Me, too. By the way, I wonder if you could take care of the check.

Wait! Dan! Just a minute.

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Past Form of Modals: Review


-

I'm worried. Jack should have been on that train.

He must have taken a later train.

Well, he could have called!

He may have left a message. Let's call home and check.

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