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9.1 ICONS
VOCABULARY ADJECTIVES: THE ARTS
1B
1 unconventional: very different from the way people usually
behave, think, dress, etc.; thought-provoking: making people
think seriously about a particular subject; bleak: without
anything to make you feel happy or hopeful; compelling: very
interesting or exciting, so you have to pay attention; charming:
very pleasing or attractive; well-received: accepted with
enthusiasm, e.g. by critics; poignant: making you feel sad or full
of pity; overrated: not as good or important as some people
think or say; offbeat: unusual and not what people normally
expect, especially in an interesting way; stylish: attractive in a
fashionable way; striking: attractive in an unusual way that is
easy to notice; subtle: not easy to notice
or understand unless you pay careful attention
2 Most of the words can describe most art forms, e.g. film, art, music.
3 Adjectives to describe people: unconventional, charming,
offbeat, stylish, striking. We can use the other adjectives
when we want to describe people’s performances.
D j) get up to
thought-provoking, poignant, subtle
TIP
Silent letters: t in whistling, p in cupboard, o in leopard,
b in plumber, c in fascinating, t in mortgage, g in foreigner
READING
2B
The text is about an art project that took place on the fourth
plinth in Trafalgar Square: members of the public were invited to
‘perform’ on the plinth.
3 Speaker 4 − entrepreneur: inspired by the people who didn’t
a) 4  b) 5  c) 6  d) 2  e) 1  f) 3
4
1 depict  2 engendering  3 orchestrate  4 preoccupations  2B
5 onlookers  6 at random  7 spectrum  8 overran  1 It takes his mind off his work, and that is when he often gets ideas.
9 peaceful, serene  10 voyeuristic
GRAMMAR TENSES FOR UNREAL SITUATIONS
6B
1 The final verbs in the underlined phrases are in the past
simple, except for 6, which is past perfect.
2 b)
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A 1 prefer  2 as were  3 How about  4 the  5 want that  Suggested answers:
6 Rather  7 one time  8 as
B 1 It’s high time you spoke to your mother.
2 Suppose I pressed this button, what would happen?
3 They treat that girl as though she were a princess.
4 Given the choice, I’d sooner learn Chinese than German.
5 What if there were a volcanic eruption in a densely 4 The idea came to me while I was having a bath. – I had the idea
populated area?
6 It’s about time she stopped smoking.
7 They behave as if they own/owned the place.
8 I’d rather you didn’t go there.
7 7 Whose bright idea was it to leave the washing out in the
1 was
2 hadn’t
3 time
4 had  thought of)
5 rather
6 imagine
7 if
8 would
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VOCABULARY PLUS THREE-PART MULTI-WORD
VERBS
10A
1 a) stand up for (talk in support of)
b) came up with (thought of ideas, plans, etc.)
c) put up with (tolerate)
2 No, it isn’t possible to split three-part multi-word verbs.
3 The stress is on the first particle, i.e. up. 
B
inspiration
The only piece of advice which is not a good idea is point 2. 
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1 get away with  2 get round to  3 go in for  4 go along with 
5 come down to  6 come up with  7 put up with  8 put down to
9 stand up to  10 stand up for  11 catch up with  12 catch on to
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Three-part multi-word verbs
A a) cut down on  b) go through with  c) go back on 
d) go down with  e) do away with  f) look down on 
g) keep up with  h) watch out for  i) look in on 
9.2 FEELING INSPIRED
LISTENING
1B
Speaker 1 − writer: switching off, doing something mundane like
washing-up
Speaker 2 − works in advertising: inspired by people, stories,
nature, outdoor sport (skiing, snowboarding)
Speaker 3 − chef: old recipe books
believe in her, the teacher who told her she wouldn’t get
anywhere or achieve anything worthwhile 
2 She gets lots of ideas for things she can do when she gets back
to work.
3 They hold memories of enjoyable meals.
4 He told her she would never get anywhere or achieve anything
worthwhile, and this gave her the determination to prove him
wrong. This helped her to develop a determination to succeed
which has helped her as an entrepreneur.
VOCABULARY IDEAS
3B
1 He’s always coming up with novel ideas. – having new/
original ideas
2 I’m toying with the idea of going back to college. –
considering the idea (but not in a very serious way)
3 What gave you the idea for the book? – was your inspiration
5 Can we brainstorm ideas for the new advert? – quickly come
up with as many ideas as possible (good and bad) without
rejecting any
6 We hit on the idea of renting a cottage. – suddenly had the
idea
rain? – good idea (ironic, i.e. it was a bad idea)
8 The company is looking for people who can come up with
original ideas. – have new ideas (that other people haven’t
9 It seemed like a good idea at the time. – We thought it was a
good idea, but it wasn’t.
10 Camping in winter was a ridiculous idea. – bad/laughable idea
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C
a) 7  LANGUAGEBANK 9.2  p144–145
b) 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 A 1 c)  2 b)  3 b)  4 a)  5 c)  6 b)  7 c)  8 a)  9 c)
c) 2 B 1 I just grab a sandwich to eat quickly at lunchtime if I’m in a
d) 7, 9, 10 hurry./If I’m in a hurry, I just grab a sandwich to eat quickly at
lunchtime.
4A 2 In the evenings my husband and I generally sit in front of the
1 He’s toying with the idea of going to university.
television too tired to talk.
2 You need to brainstorm some ideas/come up with some novel
3 I always carefully plan anything I write in English to reduce
ideas for selling the product.
the number of mistakes.
3 You hit on an idea/An idea came to you for what to do for your
4 Unfortunately, I consistently spend too much time in front
birthday.
of the computer.
4 It seemed like a good idea at the time.
5 They met online and enjoyed each other’s company for a
5B while.
See answers to Ex 5C. 6 I took up painting about six months ago to help me relax.
7 I left my things on the kitchen table when I left this
C morning.
1 /ʌ/ (some): coming, company (additional words: undercover, 8 I’ll probably have more time to see my friends when my
comfortable) exams are finished./When my exams are finished, I’ll
2 /ʊ/ (took): book, looking, good (additional words: cook, hook) probably have more time to see my friends.
3 /ɒ/ (on): novel, cottage (additional words: orange, obstacle)
4 /ɔɪ/ (coin): toying (additional words: boy, join) 8A
5 /ə/ (actor): original, ridiculous (additional words: orang-utan, 1 d) I totally forgot to call you yesterday to tell you about this great
incubator) idea I’ve had.
6 /u:/ (shoot): to, whose, who (additional words: choose, move) 2 f) We regularly go walking in the mountains near our house during
7 /aʊ/ (mouth): out (additional words: shout, loud) the holidays.
8 /ɔ:/ (door): brainstorm (additional words: story, more) 3 a) I can easily change the appointment for you to make it more
9 /əʊ/ (show): going (additional words: toe, know) convenient./I can easily change the appointment to make it more
convenient for you.
4 b) I generally like to chat with friends on Facebook in the evenings
 VOCABULARYBANK  p156  Collocations with ideas when I’m at home to find out what they’ve been doing.
1 have an idea 5 e) I usually like to take things easy at the weekends.
2 get the wrong idea 6 c) I’ll probably try to visit my family next time I’m in the area.
3 someone’s idea of a joke
4 a clear idea WRITING A REVIEW; LEARN TO USE A RANGE OF
5 full of bright ideas VOCABULARY
6 don’t have the faintest idea  10A
1 It’s a showcase for new inventions from around the world.
2 inventors looking for financial backing and people who enjoy
GRAMMAR ADVERBIALS
technology and have a good sense of humour
6B 3 generally positive 
on your own – alone; almost certainly – most probably;
a year – annually; readily – willingly; record his ideas – to keep track
B
The review meets guidelines 1–3, but doesn’t demonstrate the clear
of his observations; simultaneously – at the same time
structure suggested in 4.
C Optional extra activity
1 to keep track of his observations
2 at the same time Suggested answers:  a brief introduction: paragraph 1; a description
3 annually of contents: the information in paragraphs 2–4; an assessment of
4 willingly value: how useful the writer thinks the show is and who it might be
5 alone useful for; a comparison with others: how the show compares to
6 most probably other similar shows; a conclusion: paragraph 5

7A 11B
1 willingly, alone 1 eccentric
2 at the same time 2 delighted
3 annually 3 initially
4 most probably 4 entertaining
5 to keep track of his observations 5 fascinating
6 highly intelligent
B 7 stunning
Suggested answers: 
paragraph 1: frequently, to keep track of interesting ideas and
websites you come across TIP
paragraph 2: by extending your sphere of interests with hobbies really delighted, really fascinating, highly intelligent,
paragraph 3: just to read, to do nothing but read absolutely stunning
paragraph 4: both online and offline
paragraph 5: every once in a while, to just relax and be by yourself
paragraph 6: every day

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9.3 LOVE IT OR HATE IT 9.4 THE PHILANTHROPIST

VOCABULARY EXPRESS YOURSELF DVD VIEW
1A 2
1 It is a review website. 1 18  2 brother  3 hospitals  4 Philippines  5 $50,000
2 You can read people’s reviews of, for example, music albums and
about their general opinion on things. 3B
1 Money is only useful if you give it to people who need it.
B 2 Two family tragedies: her mother died giving birth and her brother
1 rave: (v) say wonderful things about; (n) strong praise for died a few years later because her family couldn’t afford proper
something medical care.
2 rant: (v) say terrible things about; (n) strong criticism of something 3 With shock
3 crave a fresh perspective: desire a different opinion or new way of 4 It inspired an outpouring of donations and the hospital was able to
looking at things build a new medical wing.
4 speak their mind: say what they think 5 Never
5 let your feelings fly: allow your emotions to show
6 (give somebody) a piece of your mind: tell someone what you think
of them or their behaviour, often angrily
speakout an award nomination
C 5A
1 crave a fresh perspective The award is for a person who makes a difference in people’s lives,
2 rant through organising, developing projects or showing leadership skills.
3 a piece of your mind Anyone can nominate a candidate.
4 speak his mind
5 let your feelings fly B
6 rave He welcomes immigrants at a refugee centre in Australia, helps them
with the language and with forms and documents, helps them find
FUNCTION RANTING/RAVING apartments and jobs and provides moral and sometimes financial
support. Personal qualities: humble, has dignity and kindness.
2B
1 travel  2 food  3 arts and entertainment  4 travel  5 food  C
6 products goes under the radar.; has made a huge difference to people’s lives.;
has worked tirelessly.; provides moral support.; is an example to
3A us all.; must have helped thousands of people; would be a worthy
1 fantastic  2 ever  3 better  4 spectacular  5 luck  6 classic  winner.
7 stand  8 wall  9 horrendous  10 waste Idiom: Go under the radar means not to be seen or known by many
people. 
4
1 c)  2 f)  3 a)  4 e)  5 b)  6 d)
writeback  an inspiring person
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She inspired ‘a whole nation’ and ‘women everywhere’ through her
1 It was awesome – really the best concert ever.
campaigning for human rights and through her poetry, which was
2 It wasn’t my cup of tea.
about ordinary Iranians. 
3 … if there’s one thing I can’t stand for it’s violence.
4 Yes, it’s an all-time classic.
5 Oh, I thought it was absolutely incredible.
6 It was a total waste of money. 9.5 LOOKBACK
ADJECTIVES: THE ARTS
LEARN TO USE COMMENT ADVERBIALS
1
5A 1 overrated  2 compelling  3 poignant  4 unconventional 
1 Honestly 5 offbeat  6 stylish
2 actually
3 definitely TENSES FOR UNREAL SITUATIONS
4 especially
5 grossly 2A
6 Clearly It’s high time art forms like opera were made accessible to the public.;
… and it’s about time the public had a chance to enjoy them.; I’d
B sooner TV wasn’t overtaken by sites like YouTube.; Finally, it’s time
1 Honestly schoolteachers thought outside the box.; Supposing kids had a
2 Basically chance to learn how to juggle …; I’m sure millions of kinaesthetic
3 Clearly learners would rather spend their days doing this …
4 surprisingly
5 simply IDEAS
6 Undoubtedly
3A
C 1 c)  2 a)  3 b)  4 c)  5 a)  6 a)
1 rave  2 rant  3 rave  4 rant  5 rant  6 rave
RANTING/RAVING
5A
1 amazing  2 all-time  3 ever  4 thing  5 luck  6 horrendous 
7 idyllic  8 waste

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