w6 WB Answer Key
w6 WB Answer Key
w6 WB Answer Key
ANSWER KEY
3. My mother were / was disappointed with the art she saw in the gallery.
6. My sister did / was very quick when she took her exam.
8. He were / was on the escalator when someone pushed the stop button.
9. Her grandparents was / were born in Japan, so they are Japanese citizens.
10. What are / was the minimum wage in your country ten years ago?
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Billy Jack liked to come home in the evening and read the
newspaper. One day his young son Billy Jim wanted to talk to him , so
he asked: “Dad, how many planets are there in the solar system?”
“I don’t know son”, he answered . Billy Jim asked: “What’s the
smallest planet in the solar system?” “I don’t know”, his father
answered.
“ Am I bothering you with my questions, Dad?” asked
Billy Jim. “Of course not”, answered Billy Jack. “How can you learn
Question
1. Who is in this dialogue? What is Billy Jack doing? What did his son want to know?
Did the father help his son? Why (not)?
Billy Jack and his son Billy Jim are in this dialogue. Billy Jack was reading the
newspaper when Billy Jim asked him about the planets in the solar system. Since Billy Jack
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. Did you use to play in the street when you were little?
Interactive listening
If you could live in any decade, which one would it be and why?
I wouldn’t choose any other decade. I’m happy with my life right here and now. I like my
Believing that we would be happier in another place or another decade in this case is
an illusion. There will always be good and bad moments in our lives.
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The expressions a party of one and a party of two are not about
parties
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My last holiday
I went to the beach with my boyfriend last holiday.
It was supposed to be a romantic trip but, to my disappointment,
the hotel we chose wasn’t what it seemed to be on the internet or
perhaps I was expecting too much.
The good thing is that there was a nice Italian restaurant there.
The hostess sat us at a table by the window from where we could see the
beach and the moon. She suggested we should order something from the Blog Files
Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
What is something that you used to love doing that you don’t do anymore?
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Complete the sentences using simple past, past continuous, or used to + verb:
1. We passed a lot of inns before we found one with a vacancy. (to pass)
2. I used to go to the library when I was a kid. (to go)
3. My sister was riding her bike to school when it started to rain. (to ride)
4. The interviewer seemed a little disappointed with his answers. (to seem)
5. Yesterday, we visited the art gallery. (to visit)
6. I remember when we used to play at the beach on weekends. (to play)
7. She was pushing the door open to the ladies’ room when she slipped. (to push)
8. He used to manage a big hotel, but now he is a bellboy. (to manage)
9. Two days ago, I caught someone stealing luggage. (to catch)
10. The front desk used to accept credit cards, but now they only accept cash. (to accept)
Hint Box
No, I wouldn’t.
Listening
1. a) Because she needs a bellboy.
b) Because it is too expensive.
c) Because she doesn’t have a car.
2. a) He would like two queen-size beds.
b) He would like one king-size bed.
c) He would like two single beds.
3. a) Because he lost his luggage.
b) Because he didn’t get the partnership at the company.
c) Because he didn’t get a scholarship.
4. a) Because Mom is looking for something.
b) Because Dad left it on.
c) Because the baby is asleep in the crib.
5. a) The reservation was under the receptionist’s name.
b) The reservation was under Kelly’s name.
c) The reservation was under the woman’s name.
6. a) Because he is getting married.
b) Because he is fighting with Sarah.
c) Because he called off his wedding to Jessica.
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My ancestors
My ancestors were from Lombardia, a region in the north of Italy.
old. He came alone after his parents and his only brother died due to a fever that
killed many people in their town. During his trip to our country, he met my great-
They had five children, four daughters and one son my grandfather.
grandfather. After she went back, they started writing letters to each other and
decided they wanted to get married, what they really did when my grandfather went
to Italy. Three months after the marriage, they moved to Brazil, where they had two
sons.
to move back to Lombardia. My father and my uncle stayed here. After graduating,
beautiful Brazilian-Italian girl. They got married after five years and had two children
me and my sister.
SEND
To: Sandra
From: Jackie
Subject: Movies tonight?
Hi Sandra
Do you want to go to the movies with me tonight?
I’m going to watch that new movie everybody is talking about.
Let me know.
XOXO
Jackie
Listening
1. a) They are going to stay at a hotel because it’s nice.
b) They are going to stay at a hostel because it’s cheap.
c) They are going to stay at an inn because it’s expensive.
2. a) Because the room was too small.
b) Because he paid extra money for a better room.
c) Because some things were wrong with the room.
3. a) Because the food is excellent and they decided to go again.
b) Because their friend Lucy told them not to go, but they decided to give it a try.
c) Because her friend Lucy told her that it was a good restaurant.
4. a) He studied really hard and watched lots of football games.
b) He practiced football every day and studied really hard.
c) He only studied.
5. a) They have an important meeting in an hour and they need to go get some reports but
the traffic is really bad.
b) They need to write a report for their directors.
c) They are late for an important meeting.
6. a) She caught a cold and is not feeling well.
b) She ate something bad and is feeling sick.
c) She doesn’t know yet, so she’s going to see a doctor.
12 In the In informal situations Americans will call you by your first name,
12 U.S.A. in this case it’s ok to call them by first name.
During a test, try to relax. Too much tension prevents you from
thinking clearly.
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3. Wasn’t / Aren’t the flight attendant going to fasten her seat belt?
4. The people had / were going to miss their connecting flight because of the bad weather.
6. My brother were going / was going to join the Navy, but he joined the Marines instead.
7. The officials were going / were used to so slowly at custom, I almost missed my flight.
8. The man is going / was going to jump from the plane, but he forgot his parachute.
9. Aren’t / Wasn’t she going to keep her bag in the overhead compartment?
10. I used to / was going to buy a one-way ticket to California to visit my parents.
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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with his wife and she was very angry at her husband. For
several days the couple didn’t talk to each other .
One evening when Jimmy came home, his wife was watching
her favorite soap opera on TV. Jimmy didn’t talk to his wife,
and after drinking a glass of milk, went to bed.
When Jane went to bed she found a message on her pillow . The
message said: “Jane, wake me up at 6 o’clock up tomorrow morning. Jimmy.” It was almost
8:30 when Jimmy woke up the next morning. He found another
message beside the alarm clock . The message said: “ Wake up
Question
1. What happened at Jimmy’s house? What was Jimmy’s wife doing when he came home
one evening? What did Jimmy do then? What time did he want his wife to wake him up
the next morning? Did she wake him up? What did she do? What time did he wake up?
There was a big fight. Jimmy’s wife was watching her favorite soap opera. Jimmy didn’t
talk to his wife but left a message on her pillow asking her to wake him up at 6 the next
morning. She didn’t wake him up but left another message beside the alarm clock. Jimmy
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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3. They are supposed to They are supposed to do their homework right after class.
9. Isn’t the cashier supposed to Isn’t the cashier supposed to give you the change?
10. That salesman is used to That salesman is used to selling expensive sports cars.
For listening practice, watch your favorite TV series and movies with
audio and subtitles in English.
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Interactive listening
What does it mean to be ambitious?
Different people have different ambitions, some people want to become famous, others
want to get married and raise a family and there are those who just want to succeed in their
profession.
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Make sure you understand the meaning and usage of all the
expressions in each lesson.
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Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
How can you make a difference in your family or community?
or simply nice.
Sometimes all we have to do is show appreciation, and make people feel happy.
1. All women are supposed to wear pantyhose to work from next week on. (to wear)
2. My sister is a great salesperson. She’s used to working with the public. (to work)
3. The official is supposed to inspect everyone’s luggage before boarding. (to inspect)
4. It’ll be a fancy wedding. He is supposed to wear a tuxedo. (to wear)
5. You are supposed to talk to the director before making plans. (to talk)
6. She lived in the U.S. for a year, so she is used to living away from her family. (to live)
7. I want other pants. I am used to wearing tight pants. (to wear)
8. Hurry! Aren’t you used to walking faster? (to walk / negative)
9. I need silence. I am not used to studying in noisy places. (to study / negative)
10. Aren’t we supposed to arrive before 9 a.m.? (to arrive / negative)
Hint Box
Be sure to use the appropriate verb: “If you can’t see without your
glasses, you must WEAR them.
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Listening
1. a) The woman might show up late.
b) The woman might have to set up at the party.
c) The woman might get fired.
2. a) He wants to try on the striped pants.
b) He wants to make a deal.
c) He wants to try on a tuxedo.
3. a) Because it is opening day today.
b) Because it is opening day tomorrow.
c) Because it was opening day yesterday.
4. a) He doesn’t like her outfit.
b) He thinks her outfit is ugly.
c) He thinks her outfit is beautiful.
5. a) He likes the striped one the most.
b) He likes the plain one the most.
c) He likes the flowered one the most.
6. a) Celebrate Christmas with him at a party.
b) Set up decorations in the department store.
c) Close the store early and go home.
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She was my teacher for three years and I learned a lot from her.
Her classes were always interesting and fun, she knew her students so she knew
how to grab our attention and keep us focused. She used to contextualize the lessons
She was kind and supportive and, above all, one thing I will never forget is that
In order to improve your writing skills, try to write well every single
time you write, even when only you will be reading. Date
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SEND
To: Team
From: Manager
Subject: Meeting canceled
Dear all,
I am writing to inform you that the meeting we were supposed to
have this afternoon was canceled.
I will let you know as soon as I schedule a new one.
Regards,
Manager
Listening
1. a) She wore a flowered dress and red shoes.
b) She wore a black and silver dress and black sandals.
c) She wore a social black dress and silver sandals.
2. a) Just one black dress that she saw on display.
b) A red dress that she saw on display and maybe other similar models.
c) An outfit she saw on display but she doesn’t say which one.
3. a) They met in high school.
b) They met each other over the Internet.
c) They met at a party.
4. a) Because he is very curious and doesn’t give up on his patients.
b) Because he studied in the best university in the country.
c) Because he is very talkative and curious about people’s lives.
5. a) She used to wear her mother’s clothes and shoes to go to school.
b) She used to try on her mother’s dresses and shoes.
c) She used to buy new dresses and make up for her mother.
6. a) Because there was a huge dog running after him.
b) Because there was a dog on top of the tree and he wanted to save it.
c) Because he used to climb trees as an exercise in college.
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4. Ladies and gentlemen, please turn your cell phones off and your seat belts.
a) make b) connect c) fasten
15. You don’t want to the opening day of the new department store.
a) miss b) lose c) sale
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3. Apparently, it were / it was on sale two days ago, and they ran out.
5. That is / Those are the sandals that my sister got for her birthday.
6. Do you know if she is the one why / who developed the anti-spam software?
7. His mother was supposed to / used to remind him to wear tennis shoes to the game.
9. That is/ Is that the jewelry that was on sale the other day?
10. Do you know anyone who / how has recovered from an illness?
Use every opportunity you have to practice and improve your English.
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Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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very angry and wrote her a message in the dust on his mirror . The message
said: “I’m coughing a lot, because everything is very dirty in this room.”
When he got home that evening everything was still very dusty . Again
Billy Jack’s wife hadn’t cleaned the apartment properly. Instead she had
left Fred some medicine for his cough.
Question
1. Where did Fred work? Where did he live? What did Fred need? Who was looking for a
job? How was Billy Jack's wife supposed to help Fred? Did she help him? What did Fred
do? Did it solve the problem? What did the housekeeper do?
Fred worked in an office and lived in a small apartment. He needed someone to clean
his apartment. Billy Jack’s wife was looking for a job. She was supposed to clean Fred’s
apartment. She didn’t help him because she didn’t clean it properly. Fred wrote a message
in the dust on his mirror saying he was coughing because everything was dirty. It didn’t
solve the problem because the housekeeper left him some medicine for his cough instead of
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
Attention:
“Can I pay by credit card?” / “Can I pay cash?”
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Interactive listening
What opportunities could you have if you saved your money?
I’d love to visit the United States or to go to Europe again. There are so many beautiful
money now.
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2. You can put your dollars in this to get coins. change machine
4. 25 cents. quarter
Living abroad
Living abroad is one of the most exciting experiences you can ever
have.
It challenges you and makes you increase your abilities and skills. It
teaches you many things you never thought you would or could learn.
You learn to be more respectful, patient and humble, to adjust
yourself to a foreign country and culture. It also gives you freedom, true
freedom. Freedom to try new things, to explore. Freedom to live in your Blog Files
way, make your choices and be yourself.
January (3)
Living abroad changes you.
February (5)
Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
Of the people you know, who is the one with the greatest character? Why did you choose
this person?
Of all the people I know, my stepfather is the one with the greatest character. He is calm,
honest, loyal, and was brave enough to marry my widowed mother with all
her 6 children.
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Complete the sentences using could be, should be, or used to + verb:
You lend something that is yours to someone else. / She lent me her
car. (The car is hers and she gave it to me temporarily.)
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I don’t know much about soccer, but many people consider Cristiano Ronaldo to be the best.
Listening
1. a) They have a Chevrolet.
b) They have a Volkswagen.
c) The have a Toyota.
2. a) Because they are going crazy.
b) Because they are having a lot of fun.
c) Because they heard a funny joke.
3. a) He thinks he is a very good player.
b) He doesn’t think he will have a good career.
c) He thinks he is very quiet.
4. a) He is going to fix the door tomorrow.
b) He is going to remove the spot from his shirt.
c) He is going to call a handyman.
5. a) She lent him her calculator.
b) She lent him her pencil.
c) She lent him her book.
6. a) They are just acquaintances.
b) They have been friends since they were children.
c) They met a long time ago and see each other every weekend.
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My hometown
My hometown is a rich, and relatively big, city located in the southeast of Brazil.
It has about one million inhabitants, many industries, a strong commerce and
One good thing about living in a city like my hometown is that you have access
to all the facilities of a big city, whilst some neighborhoods still offer that slower
and more relaxed pace of life typical of small towns. It’s still possible to see children
walking to school or playing with friends on the sidewalks. On the other hand, you are
I want to travel around the world, but I will always prefer to live here.
Can I borrow your car? (The car is yours and I want to use it for a
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SEND
To: family
From: Sam
Subject: Fresh news
Hi everyone!
I have great news.
I have just moved to an apartment on a quiet street, two blocks away from my work.
It’s a small place, but is very well-furnished and I have everything I need in the neighborhood.
The best thing is that now I can save some money, since I’m not spending on
transportation anymore, and I’ll be able to visit you at Christmas!
Miss you all.
Love,
Sam
Listening
1. a) Because he is in Africa and they don’t have his hotel’s phone number.
b) Because he is going to Africa and he can’t answer his phone.
c) Because he is on a safari in Africa and will be back only in ten days.
2. a) He is looking for an apartment on a quiet street.
b) He is looking for an apartment on a noisy street.
c) He is looking for an apartment close to his office.
3. a) He forgot to make reservations at his favorite restaurant.
b) It’s their 10th anniversary and the restaurant didn’t write down their reservation.
c) They reserved a table for him at the bar.
4. a) Because he ran out of gas and needs to go to the supermarket.
b) Because his car is not working and he needs to go to the gas station to buy some gas.
c) Because his friend ran out of gas and he needs to drive him to the gas station.
5. a) Call a plumber and an electrician to fix everything that is not working properly.
b) Visit the property more than once and check for bugs and ants.
c) Don’t buy the property if the building is very old.
6. a) Because there is a competition and he wants to be the first to solve the math problem
to be on a TV show.
b) Because he wants to go to a university but he needs to solve a math problem to get in.
c) Because he needs to solve a math problem and can’t use the calculator.
40 In the When leaving a message on the phone make sure you say
40 U.S.A. your name and your phone number clearly.
3. The children reminded their parents that they to take them to Disneyland.
a) makes a promise b) made a promise c) make a promise
Listen to the new words and expressions paying close attention to the
pronunciation until you can say them naturally.
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3. Has / Have she called you after the talk you both had?
6. At the store, you must be / must buy eggs by either the dozen or half-dozen.
2. Every once in a while, I to get out of the city and go into the mountains.
a) has b) have c) was
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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The President
don’t know Dad, but wasn’t he the president of the United States when he
was your age ?”
Question
1. Why did the father feel it was important to have a serious talk with his son?
What lesson was he trying to teach his son? Did his son understand his message?
Does the story say what Abraham Lincoln was doing as a teenager?
Because his son wasn’t studying, working and just wanted to sleep all day long. He
was trying to teach his teenage boy that successful people work hard to get there. The story
Find the lyrics of your favorite songs and sing along when you listen to them.
This is a good way to practice your listening and pronunciation
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Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Interactive listening
What’s the best of your qualities and why?
I believe my best quality is loyalty. This is something really important and valuable to me
and it’s the quality I expect to find in my friends and family too.
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My next vacation
If I had enough money, I would go on an international trip in my
next vacation.
I would like to go to a nice city and live like a local for a couple of
weeks.
I would not only visit the famous landmarks and do typical tourist
things. I would take buses and subways, go to street markets, interact
with locals, speak their language, understand and live their culture. But,
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of course, I would take a lot of pictures!
The thing is that I barely have money to pay my bills. So, I’ll just January (3)
stay home and try to clean up and organize my stuff.
February (5)
Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
I want to learn how to speak Russian and visit Moscow.
In Russia the language, the culture, the food, everything is different from here, so I think
50 In the Waiters in American will expect a tip at the end of the service.
50 U.S.A. They are usually tipped 15% of the total bill.
It’s 55.
For me, the best way to practice is watching movies in English with English subtitles.
Listening
1. a) Because the old ones weren’t very useful.
b) Because the sales have increased.
c) Because they need to fill the company with more employees.
2. a) Two strong women.
b) Two happy men.
c) Two strong men.
3. a) On the kitchen counter.
b) On the door.
c) On the answering machine.
4. a) Because his payphone connection isn’t very good.
b) Because his payphone connection is great.
c) Because he doesn’t have a cell phone.
5. a) She should dial the phone number.
b) She should dial the area code.
c) She should dial the country code again.
6. a) Sam didn’t like how he was raised.
b) Sam had a great childhood and did many things.
c) Sam always argued with his siblings and had a sad childhood.
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these days.
Social networking enables us to keep in touch with friends and family more
easily. Through these sites, you can also communicate with lots of people all over the
If you are looking for a job, it is important to know that companies and
interviewers usually search the social media to know more details about candidates.
Therefore, you must pay attention to what you publicize, to promote your skills in a
The decision of what you will share and who will see your information is up to
you. Basically, you can share anything with anybody you want.
SEND
To: Jason.underwood@newemployee.com
From: boss@company.com
Subject: Welcome aboard our team!
Dear Jason,
I am pleased to inform you that you’ve been selected for employment.
By the end of the day, you will receive a call from our HR department, giving you all the
necessary information.
For now, please access the following link and fill out the forms: HYPERLINK "http://
www.nonononono.com" www.nonononono.com
Regards,
Boss
Listening
1. a) Because she never wanted to go.
b) Because her parents didn’t want to take her.
c) Because her family didn’t have enough money to go.
2. a) Because she didn’t know who answered.
b) Because she didn’t have any more minutes on her calling card.
c) Because she had the wrong country code.
3. a) Because he’s too slow.
b) Because he really loves it.
c) Because he’s so fast.
4. a) Because he likes trucks.
b) Because he doesn’t have a car.
c) Because they are moving.
5. a) Study a lot.
b) Speak only English for one day.
c) Read to each other.
6. a) He wants to be thin.
b) He wants to be fat.
c) He wants to be strong.
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3. Do you know if she has ever / have ever fallen asleep at work?
4. She has just / ever left the building with her staff.
5. Red is the color of fingernail polish that I / I that use the most.
6. He has already / used to combed his hair and gotten ready for school.
7. My mother must be / could is buying some new makeup at the store right now.
8. I don’t think she has never / has ever gotten bangs before.
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Question
1. Who was Billy Jack buying a present for? Why did Billy Jack want to buy a special
present? Why did he think she would like the present? What did she do to the present?
Billy Jack was buying a present for his mother because it was Mother’s Day. He
thought she would enjoy an expensive bird because it was able to say passages from the
Bible. Billy Jack’s mother ate the bird and said it was delicious.
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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60 U.S.A. and set a time and date for the visit.
5. The team has never felt comfortable with the foreigner manager.
Interactive listening
Have you ever made a hard decision? How did you make your choice?
I have never made a hard decision, but if I ever have to make it, I will probably follow
my heart. I believe that no matter what choice you make, in a hard decision you always lose
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Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
What is something you could improve in your life right now? How?
I think I could start reading books in English and writing summaries of them.
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Listening
1. a) Because she has a sore throat.
b) Because she is pregnant.
c) Because she is nauseous.
2. a) She wants a house that is unfurnished.
b) She wants a house with a big closet.
c) She wants a house that is furnished.
3. a) He needs help to buy a house.
b) He needs a cosigner to buy a car.
c) He needs to call his mom.
4. a) They will demand to have a new stove.
b) They will demand to have a new contract.
c) They will demand to have a better backyard.
5. a) No, there have been a lot of complaints.
b) No, the neighborhood is very dangerous.
c) Yes, there haven’t been any complaints for a long time.
6. a) She loves her phone contract.
b) The phone company is complaining to her.
c) She wants to file a complaint about her phone contract.
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My greatest accomplishment
My college graduation was my greatest accomplishment.
I was the first in my family able to accomplish this level of education. And I’m
not talking about my parents and siblings, but all my relatives and ancestors.
where children used to leave school after completing the first four years of basic
education. Thanks to my older siblings, who started working early, I had the
I know they are proud of me and I am thankful for all their support and love.
Review the lessons and homework. If you have any doubts, make notes
so you can talk to your teacher.
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SEND
To: gabriella.teacher@school.com
From: sallystudent@homesick.com
Subject: Sick Day
Hi, teacher!
I’m writing to let you know that I’m too sick to go to school today.
I’ll be back as soon as I get better.
Please let me know if I have to do any homework.
Thanks,
Sally
Listening
1. a) The couple doesn’t have enough money.
b) The kitchen is too small.
c) The couple is too demanding.
2. a) She will sing with him.
b) She will walk with him.
c) She will play the piano for him.
3. a) She left work.
b) She went to the doctor.
c) She went to the bathroom.
4. a) It’s been 5 months.
b) It’s been 10 years.
c) He always goes to soccer games.
5. a) This weekend.
b) Last weekend.
c) Next weekend.
6. a) They haven’t received raises yet.
b) They are demanding less work.
c) They haven’t had any students.
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68 U.S.A. and polite if you send them back a thank you card.
1. She paid a lot of money to have her done for the wedding.
a) bald b) make-up c) sideburns
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18. His foot has been really since he played in that game.
a) swollen b) suffered c) complaint
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2. She is a great friend because she has ever / has never lost her patience with me.
7. The reporter haven’t been / hasn’t been happy in his profession for years.
8. This company hasn’t never / has never had such a competent employee.
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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New Business
An ambitious woman who liked business and had some money in the bank
decided to open a clothing store. On opening day she was very
glad to see her first customer come into the shop.
Remembering that first impressions are very important
for business , she quickly went to the
telephone and began a conversation supposedly with another
customer . She set up a time for her imaginary customer to come in and
try on some clothes, said good-bye, and then went to
help the man who was patiently waiting at the counter .
“What can I do for you, sir?” she said in a refined tone.“
If you don’t mind ma’am, I came here to install your telephone .”
Question
1. Was the woman in the story ambitious or not ambitious? Where did she keep her
money? What kind of business did the woman open? Why did she start a phone
conversation when a customer came in? What did she say to the customer who was
waiting? What did the customer say to her?
She was ambitious. She kept her money in the bank. She opened a clothing store.
When her first customer came in, she started a phone conversation to cause a good first
impression. After finishing her fake call, she asked to the customer who was waiting what
she could do for him. He said he was there to install her telephone.
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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5. How have they been since they overcame their financial problems?
6. The employees haven’t been well-paid since the company was sold.
Interactive listening
Why do you think education is important?
become better citizens, to get better jobs and to improve our lives.
Much money is invested in education every year but, unfortunately, we face a lack of
good formal education in our country. Most of our public schools have bad infrastructure and
this situation.
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Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
What makes someone a good leader?
In my opinion, the following things, among others, make a good leader: the ability to be
78 In the If you are invited by a friend for dinner at their house giving them a small
78 U.S.A. gift such as a box of chocolate or flowers is appreciated.
Complete the sentences using have gone, has gone, have been, has been or since:
Keep practicing the irregular verbs. This is the best way to memorize
them.
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4. How long has it been since you last went to the beach?
Listening
1. a) Because she likes the scenery.
b) Because she wants to work out.
c) Because she likes to go skiing.
2. a) She went to China.
b) She went to Germany.
c) She went to Hawaii.
3. a) She got married two weeks ago.
b) She got married a long time ago.
c) She got married a few days ago.
4. a) She asked them to speak loudly.
b) She asked them to not scream.
c) She asked them to remain in their chairs.
5. a) You could get fired.
b) You could see the sunset.
c) You could get lost.
6. a) She had a great time.
b) She thought it was terrible.
c) She doesn’t want to go to the Bahamas ever again.
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neighborhood. Our parents used to work the whole day and we were completely free
I remember there was a girl who lived on the next street, and had a better life
than ours. Actually, according to our thinking then, she was rich since she had a big
house and her grandmother was always home to take care of her. This girl had a little
sister and I once said something about the baby using the poor language I was used
to, something like a slang. As her grandmother was near us, she heard what I said and
I know people can think this was nothing, but it really changed my life. I felt so
embarrassed and I thought to myself I would never speak like that again. I decided
succeeded in that.
Sometimes small things we do can make a big difference in someone else’s life.
That grandmother has made a difference in my life, but she never knew that. She
SEND
To: Andy
From: Jane
Subject: Thank you
Dear Andy,
Thank you for the amazing time and the beautiful gift, I’ll be wearing it tomorrow night.
Listening
1. a) Twenty years
b) Eight years
c) Eighteen years
2. a) Because he has to wake up late.
b) Because he has to wake up early.
c) Because he doesn’t have to wake up early.
3. a) The ocean was very calm.
b) She got sick.
c) Her family got sick.
4. a) He has been on a yacht.
b) He has been in Europe.
c) He has been skiing.
5. a) The pilot
b) The man’s wife
c) The passengers
6. a) Dessert
b) Lobster
c) Italian food
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Keep in mind that you need to review the lessons and homework from
time to time.
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5. It have / has been more than six months since I’ve talked to her.
6. Have you ever / has you never been attacked by a vicious dog?
7. How much / How long has it been since you had your eyes examined?
8. You should be / could be very careful when you are near stray animals.
10. It has been one year for / since I graduated from college.
Practice your writing skills. Make sentences with the structure you are
currently learning and some of the irregular verbs you have
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/
so/ far.
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3. She has already all of the presents for Christmas this year.
a) wrapped b) rowed c) thrown
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Hi Jack
Billy Jack had to take a long trip by plane. He had never traveled by
plane before, so everything was new to him. His flight would
leave at 8 a.m.
At about 10 p.m. he called his wife, Billy Jane, and told her that he
was still at the airport.
“What happened darling?” she asked in surprise . “Everything
was going fine sweetheart.” Billy Jack said. “I got my ticket
Question
1. What was Billy Jack doing for the first time? How long after his plane should have left
did he call his wife? Who did he see in the plane? What did he say that caused him to
be arrested?
Billy Jack was traveling by plane for the first time and called his wife fourteen hours
after his plane should have left. When all the passengers were in the plane, he saw his
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
In the
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7. He is being so quiet.
Interactive listening
How can we help other countries overcome poverty?
I think we have a lot of work to do here, to help our people to overcome poverty.
It’s not time for us to worry about the other countries, not because we don’t care but
I believe that education is the answer. Through education, people really can make their
lives better.
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When writing you usually have time to choose your words. Don’t limit
yourself to the ones you already know.
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Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
Is equality important? Why?
Equality is important because the more equality we have, the less poverty and violence
Everybody must have the means to live their lives in peace, with access to education, job
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Complete the sentences using would have, wouldn’t have or the present perfect +
passive voice:
Listening
1. a) He is looking for a job.
b) He is looking for a movie theater.
c) He is looking for his car.
2. a) Mary is on welfare.
b) Mary’s cousin is on welfare.
c) Mary’s sister is on welfare.
3. a) They are dirty because of pollution.
b) They are dirty because of corruption.
c) They are dirty because of poverty.
4. a) Anybody else.
b) Nobody else.
c) Somebody else.
5. a) Drama
b) Animated
c) Suspense
6. a) Because he wanted to sleep longer.
b) Because he wanted to wake everyone else up.
c) Because he is making breakfast for his father.
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My favorite book
It is hard to choose only one book as my favorite. Actually, I would say that it is
impossible.
I have read so many books, I have laugh and cried with the characters, I have
lived their stories. Asking me to choose one book is like asking a mother to say who
As I don’t have a favorite, I will talk about the first book I remember I enjoyed
reading, the first I read by myself when I was 6 years old. To illustrate my passion,
I must tell you that I still have this book here in my “library” _an entire wall with
it’s a perfect book for kids, because the text is short and there is a series of detailed
illustrations that challenge the readers to find Wally hidden in the group. Wally
wears a red-and-white-striped shirt, a hat and glasses, what makes a little easier to
So, if you want to have some fun, even if you aren’t a child, “Where’s Wally” is a
Practice, practice and practice. Redo exercises, answer the same questions
and listen to the same audio until you feel comfortable Date
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SEND
To: friends
From: Brian
Subject: Surprise party
Hey everybody,
As you know, Anne’s birthday is coming and I want to throw her a surprise party.
Would you join me?
It will be at 8 p.m. on the 21st, at my place.
See you,
Brian
Listening
1. a) The man told her.
b) There is a notice on the window.
c) She saw it on the Internet.
2. a) Horror
b) Drama
c) Romance
3. a) Somebody else.
b) Anybody else.
c) Nobody else.
4. a) Welfare
b) Healthcare
c) Pollution
5. a) He would have scratched.
b) He would have stretched.
c) He would have told the other runners good luck.
6. a) From Canada.
b) From down the street.
c) Three weeks ago.
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2. They could be / could have caught a lot of fish with worms as bait.
3. Do you ever wonder what would have / would has happened if we had stayed?
4. This historical landmark have been / has been here for hundreds of years.
6. I know she could be / could have accomplished a lot more with a little help.
9. Our vacation could has been / could have been more enjoyable in a warmer climate.
4. He tried to lay down and rest, but he had the most awful
a) climate b) peace c) nightmare
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
First Job
There was a lady who tried to find a job for her teenage
boy. He was sixteen years old and had never worked before. The boy
seemed to be very willing to work, but he had a small problem. He had stuttered
since he was very young. The driver of a soft drink truck
hired the boy to load and unload cases of soft drinks. The boy spoke
with some difficulty , but that was no problem because he was able
to work hard. One day however , when the driver was trying to cross
a large and very busy avenue , he asked the boy: “Any cars coming from
your side, young man?” The boy answered “No, no, no cars coming.” The truck
driver started crossing the avenue when the boy said; “Only a big, big,
big red bus.”
Question
1. How old was the boy in the story? Who wanted to help him to get a job? What was his
small problem? What kind of job was he hired to do?
The boy was 16 and his mother wanted to help him to get a job. Since he was young,
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Think about some fun ways to practice English with your friends.
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Interactive listening
If you could meet any celebrity, who would it be? Why?
I always think: why should I want to meet someone and talk to this person for 5 minutes,
maybe take a picture, if we won’t see each other again. If this person won’t even know who I
am or remember my name?
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Don’t worry about making mistakes. They are part of our learning
process.
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New Year
I love celebrating the New Year!
Traditionally I go to the beach with my family and some friends.
We make plans and promises and set our goals for the coming year.
We also do those silly things people usually do on New Year’s Eve, like
eating seven grapes, or jumping over seven waves.
My favorite part is when the midnight comes and the fireworks Blog Files
start. We kiss and hug each other. For a moment the world is perfect, life
January (3)
is all joy and happiness and nobody has any problems.
February (5)
Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
What kind of personality do you look for in a friend?
I believe that a friend doesn’t have to be exactly like me, doesn’t need to like the same
Complete the sentences using must have, should have or shouldn’t have:
1. They should have called an ambulance after the crash. (to call)
shouldn’t have
2. He traveled without her. (to travel) She must have gotten very upset. (to get)
3. He must have gotten nervous about getting in a wreck. (to get)
should have kept
4. You your eyes on the kids. (to keep)
5. The flight attendant hould have already announced that. (to announce)
6. She really should have cleaned the house before her mother got home.
Her mother must be really mad now. (to clean)
7. He must have had a spare tire, because he pulled over to help. (to have)
8. You should have listened to him, because none of this would have happened. (to listen)
Listening
1. a) Because she was in a car crash.
b) Because she got the job she interviewed for.
c) Because she doesn’t think she will get the job she interviewed for.
2. a) He thinks he will do great.
b) He thinks he will fail.
c) He thinks he will forget to take it.
3. a) His mother took him to the hospital.
b) The police officer took him to the hospital.
c) The ambulance took him to the hospital.
4. a) She is going to China on business.
b) She is going to China to see her family.
c) She is going to China on vacation.
5. a) They announced that no one was hurt.
b) They announced that more than 100 people had died.
c) They announced that everyone was safe.
6. a) You must be optimistic.
b) You have to be lucky to be successful.
c) Do anything that makes you feel good.
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school. The Boulangerie Program is a bread baking professional course that trains
After finishing the course, I want to live and work in France for a period, so I can
acquire practical experience to open my own bakery when I come back home.
English I want to learn French before going so I can practice and, perhaps, speak it
fluently by the end of the course. I believe it will be easier for me to find a job there if
The course, and so the cost of living in Paris, is quite expensive, therefore I have
SEND
To:
From:
Subject:
Dear Mrs. Johnson
I would like to apply for the Public Relations opening.
I have just graduated from PRP University, but I have been working in this area for two
years now and I am sure I would be perfect for the job.
I have attached my resume and I look forward to hearing back from you.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Regards,
Adam Schmidt
HYPERLINK "mailto:adamsch@email.com" adamsch@email.com
cell: 55519-5519
Listening
1. a) Because they didn’t study hard enough.
b) Because they don’t have a very good teacher.
c) Because they don’t go to class.
2. a) Because the couple doesn’t know who is coming to their wedding.
b) Because the couple hasn’t reserved a venue for the wedding.
c) Because the couple hasn’t set a date for the wedding yet.
3. a) She has been pulled over three times.
b) She has been pulled over thirteen times.
c) She has been pulled over thirty times.
4. a) They told them to turn off their cell phones.
b) They told them they were arriving at their destination.
c) They told them to keep their seatbelts fastened.
5. a) She felt happy because she likes meeting new people.
b) She felt apprehensive because she was the only new person.
c) She felt excited because she loves training.
6. a) He saw a plane crash.
b) He saw a ship wreck.
c) He saw a train wreck.
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17. The girl must have been about her new job.
a) inconvenience b) apprehensive c) panic
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2. If she was accepted to a university, she must have / would have gotten good grades.
3. I think it’s been / has been two hours since they notified us of the change.
4. The meeting may has / have been scheduled for next Friday.
5. Getting in touch with her have been / has been a great decision.
6. Don’t you think he should has / should have chosen a different major?
7. Her father said it’s being / it’s been six years since they lost touch.
8. The children must have / would have been on their best behavior to get such good reports.
9. The book may has been / may have been a national best seller.
10. They should have / should being gone to the meeting at headquarters yesterday.
3. Can you please the students that class has been canceled today?
a) notify b) reach c) last
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Come in
Upon arriving home after a hard day’s work Billy Jack noticed he had
left his keys at the office . He rang the doorbell and a
voice from inside the house said: “ Come in .” Billy Jack
immediately explained : “I can’t come in. I left my keys at the office” He
waited for a little while but nobody came to open
the door. He rang the doorbell once again and once more the voice
said: “ Come in .” He patiently explained: “I can’t. I don’t have the keys”
Nobody came to open the door. Billy Jack was about to
lose his patience when Billy Jane parked her
car in front of the house. Surprised Billy Jack asked: “Who is in the house?” Billy Jane
answered: “ Don’t worry . It’s just our new parrot.”
Question
1. Why couldn't Billy Jack get into his own house one day? What did he do to try to get in?
What did he hear when he rang the bell? Did anyone open the door for him? How did
he feel after a while? Who arrived home in a car? What did she say to him?
Billy Jack couldn’t get into his own house because he forgot his keys at the office. He
rang the doorbell and voice from inside the house said “Come in”. Nobody opened the door
and he felt he would lose his patience. Billy Jane arrived home and said they have a new
parrot.
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
In the Don’t be shy to ask for help. Americans are very helpful and do
116 U.S.A. their best to help a foreigner in need.
Have a list of blogs and sites in English to practice your reading and
comprehension skills.
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Interactive listening
How do you help others who are having a hard time at work or school?
If there is something I can teach or explain to them, I do it, if not, I just try to motivate
I think sometimes people just need to have somebody to encourage them, somebody who
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A good advertisement
I know that good advertisements are those able to convince people
to buy whatever they are selling. But some are so nice, or funny I just
want to watch them even if I will never buy the product.
I still remember one from a few years ago. It was a motorcycle
company’s advertisement. There was a funny fat guy, dancing and
singing a song that basically said “I woke up, took off my pajamas and Blog Files
came back to my bed and then I slept.” The message was your life could
January (3)
be more than that if you buy a motorcycle.
February (5)
Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
If you wrote an autobiography, what would the title be? Why?
I’ve never thought of that before. Maybe the title would be “Me, myself and I”. I
don’t know, I like the sound of these words together and I think it’s a good title for an
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Complete the sentences using present perfect, present continuous, or present perfect
continuous:
1. The musicians have been recording since 6:00 this morning. (to record)
2. My secretary is typing up the report right now. (to type)
3. I don’t think she has taken a taxi before. (to take)
4. His throat is hurting a lot right now. I think he’s sick. (to hurt)
5. We have been meaning to call you for a couple of weeks now. (to mean)
6. The woman has been an opera singer for many years. (to be)
7. She is being so indecisive, it’s making me crazy. (to be)
8. My father has been listening to classical music since he was a boy. (to listen)
9. The wound on his leg has been very painful for days. (to be)
10. The children have been getting hurt a lot lately. (to get hurt)
Hint Box
Read in English for pleasure. To make it easier, you can start with a
book you have already read in Portuguese.
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I’m right-handed.
Listening
1. a) Because he is right-handed.
b) Because he hurt his left arm.
c) Because he is left-handed.
2. a) She records rock and jazz music.
b) She records rock and classical music.
c) She records jazz and pop music.
3. a) The letter is about Santa Claus.
b) The letter is about different kinds of diseases.
c) The letter is about what to do if shoplifting happens in the store.
4. a) The taxi cab is around the corner.
b) The taxi stand is in front of the mall.
c) The taxi stand is down the street.
5. a) He has had pain in his back for an hour.
b) He has had pain in his back for six months.
c) He has had pain in his back for two years.
6. a) Because he got hurt on his bike.
b) Because he has a very painful stomachache.
c) Because he fell off the swing set and hurt his knee.
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My first computer
The only thing I can say about my first computer is that I wasn’t the one who
bought it.
It probably wasn’t the newest model, the most powerful or most modern, but it
was good enough for a boy who just wanted to play games or watch cartoons online.
Write sentences with the new words you are learning, putting them in
a context that is relevant to you.
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SEND
To: Emma
From: Maria
Subject: Hi there
Hey Emma
It’s been a long time since we’ve last met.
How are things going? Have you got married yet?
I got married two years ago and I have an adorable baby girl.
Miss you dear.
XOXO,
Maria
Listening
1. a) Because he doesn’t like rock music very much.
b) Because he had to type up a project.
c) Because he didn’t want to go to the concert with Sandy.
2. a) She is playing tennis with her doctor tomorrow.
b) She will play tennis every day for three weeks.
c) Her ankle injury is very painful.
3. a) Sam is going to do the assignments for him.
b) Brian is left-handed.
c) Brian is right-handed.
4. a) She meant to call him.
b) He has just eaten dinner without her.
c) He has been playing video games and did not call her.
5. a) He is going to take a cab.
b) Peter will pick him up from the airport.
c) He is going to ride his bike.
6. a) Jason called the police.
b) A boy was caught for shoplifting.
c) The clerk does not know why the police are there.
In the Always remember to turn your cell phone off at places like
124 U.S.A. museums, theaters, movies, churches, meetings and restaurants.
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2. It had ever / had already been a stressful situation before her boss showed up.
3. I think they maybe have / may have been waiting to resume the meeting.
4. They have may been / may have been giving their belongings to charity.
5. They had already / have already suffered a big loss when their vice president was let go.
7. That guy over there is being / has been sleeping on the grass for hours.
10. He have already / had already presumed they weren’t coming anymore.
Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Foreign language
Question
1. Where had the two little chicks in the story been? How did the chicken show her
interest in the little chicks? How did she feel about what the first chick told her? What
surprised her in the second little chick's answer? What did the second chick answer?
The little chicks in the story had been to school. The chicken used to ask about their
class every day. She felt glad, but she was surprised that the second little chick didn’t speak
You must enjoy the learning process. Find ways to make learning
English fun and interesting for you.
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Listening
1. a) 4. a)
b) b)
c) c)
2. a) 5. a)
b) b)
c) c)
3. a) 6. a)
b) b)
c) c)
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Interactive listening
What is the most valuable thing you own? Why is it so valuable?
My family supports me, gives me unconditional love and fills my life with joy and
happiness.
That’s why I spend most of the time with my family and whenever we all have free time,
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Remember that you need to study for at least a few minutes every day
if you want to learn English effectively.
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Comments Who am I?
Interactive listening
Is your appearance important to you? Why / Why not?
134 In the It’s common and very polite to say to “hi” to strangers when
134 U.S.A. you’re walking on the street in the States.
Complete the sentences using simple past, present perfect or past perfect tense:
Write the everyday things that happen to you in English. It can help
you to become more confident to speak.
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Yes, I have.
Listening
1. a) She heard thunder.
b) She heard lightning.
c) She heard her dog barking.
2. a) Linda spilled the beans.
b) Ashley spilled the beans.
c) Mark spilled the beans.
3. a) He likes sweet and sour candy.
b) He only likes sweet candy.
c) He doesn’t like sweet or sour candy.
4. a) She is a doctor.
b) She is a sociologist.
c) She is a lawyer.
5. a) She told him that Julie didn’t give up on her test.
b) She told him that Julie was adorable.
c) She told him that Julie spilled juice on her dress.
6. a) Because she thinks Jake is an embarrassment.
b) Because she knows he will regret it if he gives up.
c) Because she already bought tickets to the concert.
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As soon as we arrived at the party, they went to talk with their friends and I
I got something to drink and stayed there by the wall, just observing what
Suddenly I noticed a man staring at me. Every time I looked, he was looking at
me. That started bothering me, so I greeted him from the distance and he did the
same. As he didn’t stop staring at me, I thought perhaps he knew me and decided to
talk to him.
When I started moving on his direction, and he was coming to meet me, my
friends came back and I realized that the man staring at me was actually myself at
the mirror.
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Subject: Graduation Announcement
We are proud to announce that our daughter Jane Stewart has graduated from the Best
University with a Bachelor of Arts.
Please join us for an open house.
August 17 from 12 to 6
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Mary and Phil Stewart
Listening
1. a) She was going to spill the beans about Megan’s surprise party.
b) Amanda does not like Kristen.
c) Today is Megan’s birthday, and you cannot talk on someone’s birthday.
2. a) The doctor told him he didn’t need to be examined.
b) The secretary told him to leave.
c) The doctor was taking a long time, and the man was in a hurry.
3. a) She finished his test.
b) The test is too hard for her.
c) She loves to spell and has good grades.
4. a) Sarah did not go to the musical.
b) Sarah and Brad are going to the musical on Saturday.
c) Sarah could not see the stage or the actors.
5. a) Troy likes to eat desserts that are sweet, not sour.
b) Troy loves to eat cookies and milk.
c) Troy is on a diet and does not eat dessert.
6. a) Jill couldn’t sleep because the thunder was so loud.
b) Jill thought the rain was really cool.
c) Jill saw an accident caused by the thunderstorm.
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13. The interviewer that the girl’s appearance was not professional.
a) to note b) notes c) noted
20. If she had the word correctly, she have passed the test?
a) spilled / could b) spelled / would c) listed / must
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