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 PRE-INTERMEDIATE I

E X P O N E N T I A L
3
ENGLISH
LEVEL | PRE-INTERMEDIATE I

STUDENT BOOK 3 | 1ST EDITION

iii
SCOPE & SEQUENCE
UNIT TITLE GOALS STRUCTURES

1
• Ask polite questions
PAGE I want to join • Modals for polite requests.
and share personal
1 the Chess Club. • Can / could / would + like / should
contact information.

2
• Family vocabulary & How many...?
PAGE How many cousins • Talk about and compare
• Comparative & Superlative Adjectives
11 do you have? your family members.
• Review of Progressive tenses

3
• Present Progressive and
PAGE I'm taking an art
• Talk about future plans. Present Simple to express future
21 class next month. • Question words

4
• Past Simple
PAGE
31 We went on vacation. • Talk about a past vacation. • Questions in the past.
• That sounds for reactions

5
• Containers & determiners
PAGE Can I have a bottle • Make shopping lists
• Modals for polite requests
41 of water? and polite requests.
• Present Perfect Progressive

6
• Like + GERUND
PAGE • Talk about your job and
51 Where do you work? job responsibilities.
• 11 meanings of get
• Get to vs have to

7
• Ask for favors, make • Like / Want / Need
PAGE
61 Do you need a hand? requests, and use • Modals for polite requests
polite expressions. • Polite expressions

8 PAGE
71
You should make
a reservation.
• Give travel and
other advice.
• Should vs Have to
• Modals

9 PAGE
81 How do I get there?
• Give directions
around town.
• Direction and location words
• Prepositions of Location

10
• Determiners
PAGE
91 I eat too much junk food. • Talk about bad habits. • Much / many / enough
• Used to

11
• Share good news and • Meanings of get
PAGE
101 I got promoted! express suprise and • Expressing surprise
congratulations. • 1st & 2nd Conditionals

12
• Should for advice
PAGE • Describe health problems
111 I don't feel well. and give advice.
• Much / a lot + comparatives
• Perfect Progressive tenses

13
• More / most for comparison
PAGE • Interview and compare
121 He's the best candidate. job candidates.
• Job skills and characteristics
• Review of Pronouns

14 PAGE
131
Have you ever
been to the zoo?
• Talk about past
life experiences.
• Perfect tenses
• Never / ever / already / yet

15
• Thinking about + GERUND
PAGE I'm thinking about • Talk about future plans
• Why? and Because
141 studying abroad. and give advice.
• Modals for obligation and advice

16
• Questions in the past
PAGE • Talk about
151 I forgot to get some milk. running errands.
• Be able to and have to
• What a + ADJECTIVE + NOUN

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 SPEAKING LISTENING READING WRITING
• Interview your classmates.
• Signing up for a club • University clubs • Create a club.
• Sign up for a club.

• Describe family photos.

• Family description • Family reunions • Describe your family.
• Interview your classmates.

• Interview a classmate.
• Vacation plans
• Memory game • Plans for the break • Alternative spring break
• Plan a trip.
• Plan a trip

• Interview a classmate.
• Talking about the • Write a review.
• Chain story • Tour company reviews
past break • Describe your last vacation.
• Describe your last vacation.

• Memory game
• Grocery shopping
• Write a conversation between • Going grocery shopping • Write a grocery list.
around the world
a store clerk and customer.

• Elevator speech
• Write about your job.
• Share a job advertisement. • Talking about your job • Working from home
• Write a job advertisement.
• Guess the meaning of get.

• Ask a robot for favors.

• Write a message asking
• Convince your classmates • Asking for favors • Email to a coworker
for a favor.
to do you favors.

• Give advice. • Write a travel brochure.

• Asking for and
• Conversation with • Budget travel tips • Write a conversation
giving advice
a travel agent with a travel agent.

• Describe locations on a map.

• Direct your classmates around • Draw the route. • Navigation tools • Write directions.
the classroom.

• Write about your

• Guess the lie. • How can you
• Visiting the doctor past bad habits
• Doctor & patient role play break a bad habit?
and current habits.

• Share good news and • Respond to a message

• Catching up with
express surprise. • An email to Grandma from a friend.
an old friend
• Conditional interview • Write interview questions.

• How are you feeling? • Write a message

• The impact of technology
• Guess the problem • Giving advice to a doctor.
on our health
and give advice. • Write problems and advice.

• Elevator speech • Write an application letter.

• Job interviews • Trying different jobs
• Interview job candidates. • Write interview questions.

• Have you ever? • Interview with an • Write an invitation.

• Weekend plans
• Interview with a celebrity. experienced traveler • Write interview questions.

• Give advice.
• Give advice.
• Future plans • Advice column • Write about your
• Talk about your future plans.
future plans.

• React to classmates. • Write an excuse

• What didn't you do? • Running errands • Making to-do lists to your boss.
• Survey • Write a to-do list.

v
UNIT 13 HE'S THE BEST CANDIDATE.
1 VOCABULARY
A Match each word to the picture.

1. Candidate

2. Assistant
Work Experience
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed
diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore
magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim

3. Manager
Achievments
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed

4. Interview
diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore
magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed

diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore
magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim

5. Job Ad Refrences
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed
diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore
magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim

6. Master’s Degree
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed
diam nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore
magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim

A resume is also called a

7. Resume CV or Curriculum Vitae.

What personal characteristics does each profession require?

B Work with a partner and complete the chart using the words. Then add your own words.
creative dynamic efficient hardworking honest punctual

responsible trustworthy open-minded organized

LAWYER TEACHER POLICE OFFICER

PILOT GRAPHIC DESIGNER POLITICIAN

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2 LET'S SPEAK
Read the conversation and practice with a partner. A
So, Jorge, what did you study?

I have a degree in international studies

and an MBA in international business.

Do you have any experience?

Yes, I worked for 3 years with a

technology company.

What characteristics make you a strong

candidate for this job?

Well, I’m hardworking, creative, and I’m

bilingual. I can speak English and Spanish.

All right. Thank you very much for your

time. We’ll be in contact.

Read the conversation and practice with a partner. B

We need to hire a new sales manager and
soon! Who do you think is the best person
for the position?

Well, Ella Sanchez has the most experience.

She worked at Tempo Magazine for
over eight years, and she has an MBA.

What about Wei Lin?

Well, she’s a strong candidate, but Ella has

more management experience than Wei.

All right. Let’s call Ella for a second interview.

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3 GRAMMAR
A Read the following information.

We can use more, the most, better, and the best to make comparisons.

MORE / THE MOST + NOUN BETTER / THE BEST + NOUN

NOUN Chris has some experience. NOUN Tina had a good resume.
COMPARATIVE Mia has more experience than Rob. COMPARATIVE Sid had a better resume than Ian.
SUPERLATIVE Reo has the most experience. SUPERLATIVE Cindy had the best resume.

B Read about the three candidates for a lawyer's assistant. Then read the sentences.
Do you agree or disagree? If you disagree, rewrite the sentence so it's true for you.

NAME: Karim Chapman Cecil Hong Jessica Foster

EXPERIENCE: 8 months at Energize 2 years at BioTech 6 years at Gore & Ortiz Law
AGREE DISAGREE

1. Karim has the most experience. Jessica has the most experience.

2. Cecil has more experience than Jessica.

3. Jessica has more experience than Karim.

4. Cecil is the best candidate for the job.

5. Karim is a better candidate than Jessica.

6. Jessica is the best person for the job.

C Read about the three candidates for Director of Education at a secondary school.
Then write sentences using the words.

Melissa Puchi Paulo Reimundo Leah McNeal

• Master’s degree in education • studying education

• degree in education
• 25 years experience in teaching • teaching assistant at
• 7 years experience in teaching
and school administration a primary school

1. ( some ) ______________________________________________________________________

2. ( more ) ______________________________________________________________________

3. ( the most ) ______________________________________________________________________

4. ( good ) ______________________________________________________________________

5. ( better ) ______________________________________________________________________

6. ( the best ) ______________________________________________________________________

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SPOTLIGHT
4 LET'S SPEAK AGAIN
Review: Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

ADJECTIVE COMPARATIVES SUPERLATIVES

RULE EXAMPLE RULE EXAMPLE
one syllable adjective
smarter than the adjective+est the smartest
smart +er than
two syllables, ends in y adjective the adjective
busier than the busiest
busy -y+ier than -y+iest
two or more syllables more / less the most / least
more creative than the least creative
creative adjective than adjective
good better than the best
IRREGULAR IRREGULAR
bad worse than the worst

Complete the sentences with the correct Comparative or Superlative. A

1. the most interesting ( interesting ) profession?
What is _______________________
2. Shelly is _______________________ ( organized ) person in the office.
3. Teacher Prisha is _______________________ ( funny ) than Teacher Gary.
4. Who is _______________________ ( smart )? Your mother or your father?
5. Doctor Ramirez is _______________________ ( punctual ) than the nurses.
6. I am _______________________ ( busy ) on Monday than Tuesday.
7. Which candidate has _______________________ ( strong ) resume?
8. Who is ___________________ ( honest ) person you know?

Read the survey questions. Then write two more questions using Superlatives.
Then interview your classmates and record their responses. B
QUESTIONS CLASSMATE #1 CLASSMATE #2 CLASSMATE #3

1. What is the best job?

What is the most

2. dangerous job?

3.

4.

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5 MORE GRAMMAR
A Read the following information.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
WHAT PROFESSIONAL SKILLS DO YOU HAVE?
I'm bilingual. I have computer skills. I'm great at graphic design.
I'm a leader. I have creative writing skills. I'm great at time management.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
WHY ARE YOU THE BEST PERSON FOR THIS JOB?
I'm the best person for this job because I'm creative, hardworking, and responsible.

dynamic helpful open-minded personable patient

positive trustworthy loyal thoughtful professional
organized proactive honest energetic independent

B Read the email and circle the skills and underline the personal characteristics.

: tammy@indigoandco.net
From:
From: BenjiPorter@ymail.com Date: March 05, 2021
CC/Bcc:

Subject: Office manager position

Hello Tammy,

I would like to apply for the office manager position. Please find my CV attached. I am the best person for this
job! I have 5 years experience working in offices. I'm proficient in Microsoft Office and all things computer
related. I can type 70 words per minute. I am dynamic and have good leadership skills. I’m also good with
money and budgeting. You’ll see on my resume that I studied accounting, and I am certified as a public
accountant. I am bilingual in Spanish and English, and I am very friendly.

Please consider me for the position. I look forward to an interview.

Kind regards,
Benjamin Porter ATT: PorterCV.doc

C What skills do you have? What personal characterisitics describe you?

Write complete sentences.

MY PROFESSIONAL SKILLS MY DESCRIPTION

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SPOTLIGHT
Review: Pronouns
PRONOUNS
SUBJECT OBJECT REFLEXIVE POSSESSIVE POSSESSIVE
PRONOUNS PRONOUNS PRONOUNS ADJECTIVES PRONOUNS
Usually come: Usually come: Usually come: Usually come: Usually come:
before the verb after the verb after the verb before the noun after the verb
I me myself my mine
you you yourself your yours
he him himself his his
she her herself her hers
it it itself its --
we us ourselves our ours
you ( all ) you yourselves your yours
they them themselves their theirs
EXAMPLES
We study Do you talk to The red pen
I love you. My pen is blue.
English. yourself? is hers.

Complete the sentences with the correct pronoun or adjective. D

1. I look at _____________ in the mirror.
2. _____________ needs to call her mother.
3. The teacher gave _____________ extra homework. We’re not happy.
4. Elephants are very large so _____________ need a lot of food.
5. This red pen isn’t _____________. My pen is black.
6. Did you cook everything _____________? Or did your sister help you?
7. Did you hear about Daniel? The police arrested _____________.
8. _____________ house is small but it has everything we need.

Write two sentences using the following pronouns or adjectives. E

1. ( OBJECT PRONOUN ) _______________________________________________________________

2. ( OBJECT PRONOUN ) _______________________________________________________________

3. ( REFLEXIVE PRONOUN ) _______________________________________________________________

4. ( REFLEXIVE PRONOUN ) _______________________________________________________________

5. ( POSSESSIVE ADJECTIVE ) _______________________________________________________________

6. ( POSSESSIVE ADJECTIVE ) _______________________________________________________________

7. ( POSSESSIVE PRONOUN ) _______________________________________________________________

8. ( POSSESSIVE PRONOUN ) _______________________________________________________________

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6 LET'S SPEAK SOME MORE

A An elevator speech is a short introduction (about 30 seconds).
Present yourself to the class and include your professional experience.

Include: I'm great at graphic

design, I have....
• professional skills
• personal characteristics
• education
• work experience

Can you say it in 30 seconds?

B Listen to your classmates present. Then ask them questions.

7 LISTENING
A Listen to the interviews and match the name, education, experience, skills, and adjective.

NAME EDUCATION EXPERIENCE SKILLS ADJECTIVE

Masters in organizational
1. James Li
marketing
6 months
skills
creative

Carla Bachelors in public speaking

2. Moreno communications
8 years
skills
hardworking

Paul Bachelors in
3. Anderson public relations
5 years bilingual loyal

B Listen again and answer the questions. Use complete sentences.

1. What position is Indigo & Co hiring for?

_______________________________________________________________________________

2. What kind of company is Indigo & Co?

_______________________________________________________________________________

3. In your opinion, who is the best candidate? Why?

_______________________________________________________________________________

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8 READING
Read the article. A
One Woman, Six Jobs!
After finishing high school, Stella Flores needed to get a job, but she wasn’t sure what kind of profession would
be the best for her. After speaking with her parents, Stella knew she wanted to find a job that would inspire her,
a job that she liked. The very next week, Stella began a six-month discovery to find her perfect profession.
She worked six jobs in just six months!

Her first job was working in an elementary school. Stella accompanied a 3rd grade teacher. Although she thinks
kids are cute, Stella knows she’s not patient enough to manage a classroom of 25 eight-year olds!

The second job Stella had was working on a dairy farm. She helped to care for the cows. She fed them,
administered medicine, and operated equipment. She enjoyed being around the animals, but it was really hard
work. She learned a lot about animal care!

Stella’s third job was managing a restaurant. She had a lot of fun working with the people there, but she didn’t
like having to work late at night. She learned how to make schedules, budgets, purchase orders, and she
learned that having a business is a lot of hard work!

For her fourth job, Stella worked with a graphic designer. She thought this was a really cool and independent
job. She liked feeling creative and working from home, but she doesn’t really have any design skills.

In the fifth month, Stella worked with an advertising agency. This was really fun. She liked working with the
marketing team. She learned a lot about promoting brands on social media. She has great computer and
networking skills, so it was kind of easy!

In her final month, Stella worked in a hospital with a nurse in an emergency room. This was very interesting!
She liked caring for the patients and the adrenaline she got during busy times, but Stella needs to get certified
to be a nurse. Also, she wasn’t sure she wanted to work at night.

In what order did Stella do each job? What are the pros and cons? Complete the chart. B
MONTH JOB PROS ( + ) CONS ( - )

1
2
3
4
5
6

What job do you think is the best for Stella? Why? C

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9 WRITING
A Write an application letter for your dream job. Why are you the best candidate?
Include job skills and personal characteristics that make you a good employee.

10 WRITE4SPEAK
A What questions are usually asked during a job interview? How should you respond?
Complete the chart.

QUESTION "GOOD" ANSWER "BAD" ANSWER

What did you study I studied marketing, and I I don’t remember.
at university? also took finance classes. I never went to class.

B Interview a classmate. Then switch roles and answer your classmate’s questions.

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11 RECYCLE
What skills and characteristics are important for these professions?
Complete the table. A
JOB SKILLS CHARACTERISTICS

1. MANAGER

2. ASSISTANT

3. GRAPHIC DESIGNER

4. POLITICIAN

5. ACCOUNTANT

6. FIREFIGHTER

7. DOCTOR

8. TEACHER

Compare the jobs from Task 11a above. Write complete sentences using the words.
Use Comparatives and Superlatives. B
1. ( the best ) Being a teacher is the best job!
__________________________________________________________________________

2. ( better ) Being a graphic designer is better than being a politician.

__________________________________________________________________________

3. ( more ) __________________________________________________________________________

4. ( the most ) __________________________________________________________________________

5. ( interesting ) __________________________________________________________________________

6. ( dangerous ) __________________________________________________________________________

7. ( boring ) __________________________________________________________________________

8. ( difficult ) __________________________________________________________________________

Create a job ad for one of the jobs from Task 11a above. Work with a partner.
Include the skills and characteristics the ideal candidate should have. C
WE’RE HIRING!
Large retail store is looking for a new
Store Manager.

Experience is required.

The ideal candidate is energetic,

dynamic, and hardworking.

Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Email your CV to
buybigjobs@ymail.com to apply.

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UNIT 14 BEEN TO THE ZOO?
1 VOCABULARY
A Match each place to the picture.

1. mall

2. lecture

club
3. fitness
4. farmers' market

5. art gallery

6. ZOO
t
7. Concer
8. festival

B What can you do at each place? Match the activity to the place.

1. See the new reptile exhibit _____ a) at the modern art museum.
2. Get new running shoes _____ b) at the Japanese festival.
3. Take a yoga class _____ c) at the Golden Valley Community Center.
4. Buy V.I.P. tickets _____ d) at the farmers' market.
5. See the travel photography exhibit _____ e) at the mall.
6. Listen to a lecture on immigration _____ f) for the “Best of Blues” concert.
7. Buy fruit and vegetables _____ g) at the San Diego Zoo.
8. Eat sushi and ramen _____ h) at Lake Health Club.

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2 LET'S SPEAK
Read the conversation and practice with a partner. A
Do you have any plans for the weekend?

Not really, why?

Have you been to the new aquarium?

No, I haven’t.

They have a new jellyfish exhibit. It looks

really cool. Do you want to go on Saturday?

Sure!

Read the conversation and practice with a partner. B

Let’s go to the new mall this weekend.

I’ve been there already. It’s kind of boring.

Oh, really? Well, what do you want to do?

I haven’t been to the new zoo yet.

Do you want to go there?

Sounds good! We can see the baby elephants!

Great! I’ll meet you there at 1:00PM.

Okay, see you on Saturday!

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3 GRAMMAR
A Read the following information.

Present Perfect verb tense

We use Present Perfect verb tense to talk about events in the past that have a connection to now
(the present).

PAST SIMPLE PRESENT PERFECT

EXAMPLE USE EXAMPLE USE
Did you go to No connection Have you been to any
Connection to now
the concert? to now. concerts this year?
I went to the new art The answer I have been to the new
The answer can change.
museum yesterday. can’t change. museum twice this month.

PRESENT PERFECT
QUESTION RESPONSE
Have you been to the new health club? Yes, I have! It’s really modern.
Where have you traveled? I’ve traveled all over Europe and Asia.
Haven’t you seen that new comedy movie? No, I haven’t. Is it funny?

B Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb. Use Present Perfect.

1. I _____________ ________________ ( travel ) to Canada three times this year.

2. We _____________ ________________ ( not be ) to the new science museum.
3. My father _____________ ________________ ( graduate ) from university.
4. _______________ you __________________ ( bake ) a cake before?
5. Susana _______________ never __________________ ( go ) to a rock concert.
6. They _____________ ________________ ( participate ) in the parade every year for eight years.

C Complete the conversation. Then write a conversation with a partner.

1. ______ you ever ______ to Hawaii? 2.

No, I ______. Have you?

Yes, I have ______ there two times.

It’s beautiful!

Did you go surfing?

Yes, I _______ surfing many times,

but my wife ______ never______ surfing.

Maybe I’ll go soon.

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SPOTLIGHT
4 LET'S SPEAK AGAIN
The adverbs never, ever, already, and yet are commonly used with the Perfect tenses.
Ever and never are used to talk about events in relation to your entire life.
Already and yet are used to talk about events in relation to the recent past.

ADVERB EXAMPLE USE

Have you ever eaten sushi?
Ever refers to one time before now.
EVER Have you eaten sushi one time in
It’s positive and used in questions.
your life before now?
No, I have never eaten sushi.
Never refers to not one time before now.
NEVER No, I have not eaten sushi in
It’s negative.
my life before now.

Have you eaten lunch already? Already refers to an action completed before
ALREADY
Have you eaten lunch before now? now that does not need to be repeated.

Yet refers to an action

No, I haven’t had lunch yet.
YET not completed before now.
No, I haven’t had lunch before now.
It’s used in negative sentences and questions.

Complete the sentences with ever, never, already, or yet. A

1. No, I have ___________ been to China.
2. Have you ___________ finished the exam?
3. I haven’t graduated ___________.
4. The baby hasn’t woken up ___________.
5. I shouldn’t drink anymore. I’ve ___________ had six beers.
6. Have you ___________ been in a car accident?

What have you never done? Write five sentences. Use Present Perfect.
Then share with the class. B
I HAVE NEVER... BUT MY CLASSMATES HAVE!
1. I have never lost my wallet. 5 classmates have lost their wallets.

2.

3.

4.

5.

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5 MORE GRAMMAR
A Read the following information.

Perfect tenses help to express the sequence or order of events.

PAST PERFECT FUTURE PERFECT

The movie had already started before we arrived. Pam will have graduated before she gets married.
USE: A past event that was completed USE: A future event that will be completed
before a second past event. before a second future event.
NOTE: The second event uses Past Simple. NOTE: The second event uses Present Simple.

PAST NOW FUTURE PAST NOW FUTURE

I hadn’t taken any medicine They will have eaten all the pizza before we get there.
before I went to the doctor.

Had you been to Europe before you went to Italy? When will you have finished the report?

B Write sentences using the information. Use Past Perfect or Future Perfect.

1. I went shopping. Then I went home.

I had gone shopping before I went home.
______________________________________________________________________________
2. I read all the Harry Potter books. Then I saw the movies.
______________________________________________________________________________
3. We ate dinner. Then we had dessert.
______________________________________________________________________________
4. I will clean the house. Then I will go the movies.
I will have cleaned the house before I go to the movies.
______________________________________________________________________________
5. I'm going to use shampoo. Then I'm going to use conditioner.
______________________________________________________________________________
6. The students will take their exams. Then the class will end in May.
______________________________________________________________________________

C Answer the questions using complete sentences. Then share with a partner.

WHAT HAD YOU DONE BEFORE YOU WHAT WILL YOU HAVE DONE BEFORE
WERE FIFTEEN YEARS OLD? YOU ARE 80 YEARS OLD?

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SPOTLIGHT

PAST SIMPLE VS PRESENT PERFECT

PAST SIMPLE PRESENT PERFECT
USE EXAMPLE USE EXAMPLE
Can express an action Can express an action
I went to the Jazz I have been to three
that began and ended that was completed
Concert last night. concerts this month.
in the past. before now.

Can include a They ate at the new Can’t include a They have eaten
specific time. cafe last week. specific time. at the new cafe.

I lived in Maine I have lived in Maine

Can’t express an Can express an
for 2 years for 2 years
incomplete action. incomplete action.
(and now I live in Texas). (and I still live in Maine).

Read the paragraph.

Then circle Present Perfect verbs and underline Past Simple verbs. D

I love traveling! I have been to five different continents! The most interesting

place I have visited is South Africa. In 2017, I went to Cape Town. I experienced

a lot of cool things and places. I went hiking, did a wine tour, and participated

in a wildlife safari. Have you ever seen an elephant in person? It’s very

impressive! In 2015, I went to Mexico with my boyfriend. The weather was

sunny and clear, and the people were very kind. I haven’t been to Italy yet, but I

really want to go! Where have you traveled?

Complete the sentences using the verbs. Use Past Simple or Present Perfect. E
1. Last night, I only __________________ ( sleep ) for 5 hours.

2. __________________ you __________________ ( have ) lunch?

3. She __________________ ( have ) two job interviews yesterday.

4. __________________ you __________________ ( go ) shopping at the new mall?

5. Oh, no! I __________________ ( lose ) my phone.

6. __________________ you __________________ ( see ) my phone?

7. Last year we __________________ ( go ) to Hawaii for Christmas.

8. We __________________ ( be ) to Hawaii six times.

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A What have you done? Read the questions, then write five more using Present Perfect.
Interview your classmates. Complete the chart with a different person for each question.

HAVE YOU EVER... NAME HAVE YOU EVER... NAME

1. eaten insects? Leo has eaten insects. 6.
2. driven a car? 7.
3. had braces? 8.
4. seen a ghost? 9.
5. met a celebrity? 10.
Leo, have you ever eaten insects? Yes, I have.

7 LISTENING
A Listen to the conversation and order the pictures ( 1 - 4 ).

B What have Luisa and Ben already done? Listen and check ( ) the correct answer.

LUISA BEN
Yes, she has. Yes, he has.
1. Have they seen the Superdude movie?
No, she hasn’t. No, he hasn’t.
Yes, she has. Yes, he has.
2. Have they eaten at the new Mexican restaurant?
No, she hasn’t. No, he hasn’t.
Yes, she has. Yes, he has.
3. Have they been to the butterfly exhibit?
No, she hasn’t. No, he hasn’t.
Yes, she has. Yes, he has.
4. Have they been to the farmer’s market?
No, she hasn’t. No, he hasn’t.

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Read the interview. A
Where in the world is Olivia Miller?
This is Olivia. She has visited over 150 countries!
When did your passion for travel begin? What’s the most interesting
Well, the first time I traveled abroad, I was 12 years old. We went to place you’ve been?
Canada and I just thought it was really cool. From there, I got really Every country that I have visited is
interested in learning about other countries and cultures. I haven’t beautiful and interesting. One of the
stopped traveling since then! Olivia more unique countries I have been
to is India. In India, there are many
What’s the most expensive place you’ve been? different cultures, languages, and
Definitely Scandinavia—the countries of Olivia
customs. I have only been to India
Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Denmark! I have twice, but I would like to return and
been there many times for work. They’re really experience more.
beautiful countries, and they are clean, What’s your advice for
organized, but very expensive. people who want to travel
Have you ever had a scary situation when traveling? abroad?
Well, I have been robbed twice. But, I don’t like to focus on those Think about where you want to go
events. I prefer to focus on the kindness of strangers. When I and how you want to travel. Don’t
have had problems, it seems there is always someone who is plan to only do what the guide
happy to help me. For example, once in Turkey, an immigration books say. Plan activities that you
officer drove me to my hotel! And in Ghana, I met a woman on a want to do! Some people like going
bus who brought me to her house and prepared a meal for me. to museums, some like relaxing on
I get a lot of food from new friends when I travel! Olivia
a beach, and others like outdoor
activities. At the end of the day, it’s
What’s the weirdest thing you’ve eaten?
your adventure! Traveling abroad is
I have eaten a lot of different foods! The most
about experiencing another culture
memorable foods have been insects! I ate tree Olivia
and learning about yourself and
grubs in the Amazon Jungle in Peru, I ate
others. Be open-minded, and enjoy
tarantulas in Cambodia, and I ate crickets in
the journey!
Mexico. I’ve also eaten lots of interesting fruits. Oh,
and cheese! I have eaten a lot of different types of
cheese. My favorite is manchego cheese from Spain.

Rewrite the sentences so that they are true. Use complete sentences. B
1. Olivia has never traveled abroad. _________________________________________
Olivia has visited over 150 countries!

2. She has only been to India one time. _________________________________________

3. She hasn’t been to Scandinavia. _________________________________________
4. Olivia has never eaten insects. _________________________________________
5. Olivia thinks it’s dangerous to trust new friends. _________________________________________
6. Olivia thinks you must follow the guide books. _________________________________________

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A Write a message to a friend and invite them to go out this weekend.
Then write the reply.

Hi Anika!
Have you been to the new farmer’s
market? They have new food trucks and
vendors this weekend, and there are
going to be good sales.

Hey Rebecca. I don’t know…I’ve already

been to the farmer’s market and I didn’t
think it was that great. The prices were
too high and the fruits and vegetables
weren’t very fresh. How about we go to
the art fair?

10 WRITE4SPEAK
A Imagine you will interview a celebrity. Who would you like to interview?
With a partner, write an interview. Then practice and present the interview.

CELEBRITY: ________________________ Write questions using Present Perfect.

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Read the sentences about Amal’s life. Then order them on the timeline. A
E: Amal will have bought the tickets
A: Amal was born in 1986
before she travels to Canada.

B: Amal has graduated university. F: Amal has traveled abroad.

C: Amal will have finished her master’s G: Amal had gotten a job before
degree before she buys tickets to Canada. she graduated university.

D: Amal had gotten a passport before

H: Amal will travel to Canada in two months.
she traveled abroad.

present
a h
b

Create a timeline of your own life events. Include past and future events. B
I was born in...

present

I will...

I started studying English in...

Share your timeline with a partner. They will write sentences about your timeline.
Then switch roles and write sentences about your partner’s timeline. Use Perfect tenses. C

My classmate had started studying English before...

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UNIT 15 STUDYING ABROAD.
1 VOCABULARY
What is each person thinking about doing? Match the plan to the picture.
A What advice can you give each person? Complete the sentences using the words.

travel should connected communicate convenient

1. TAKE A COOKING CLASS

2. STUDY A NEW LANGUAGE

3. GET A NEW tablet

4. GET A NEW CAR

5. STUDY ABROAD IN ITALY

1. Good idea! You __________________ call Ernesto, he’s a chef.

2. That’s a great idea. You can __________________ with more people.

3. You should get a tablet so you can stay __________________ on the go.

4. That’s a great plan. It’s more __________________ than taking the bus.

5. That sounds fun! Then you can __________________ all over Europe.

B Complete the sentences with advice.

1. I want to travel abroad.

You should ____________________________________________________________________.
2. I want to get in shape.
You should ____________________________________________________________________.
3. I need to improve my English.
You should ____________________________________________________________________.

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Read the conversation and practice with a partner. A

I’m thinking about getting a pet.

Really? You should get a dog!

Oh, I don’t know. I don’t think I have time

to walk a dog every day.

Well, then you should get a cat!

Okay, I’ll think about it.

Read the conversation and practice with a partner. B

Did you hear? Maria is thinking about taking a trip.

She should go to Costa Rica.

Why should she go there?

Because the beaches are beautiful, and there is

lots of wildlife. The people are really nice too.

What can she do there?

She can go hiking, relax on the beach,

and eat lots of fresh fruit.

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A Read the following information.

We can use thinking about + GERUND to express an uncertain plan.

BE THINKING ABOUT + GERUND

Oh, I don’t know.
What are you thinking about doing this weekend?
Teddy and I are thinking about going camping.
He was thinking about getting an MBA,
What is Martin thinking about doing after university?
but now he’s thinking about getting a job.

Weren’t you thinking about buying a house? Oh, I was, but I’m thinking about traveling first.

NOTE: Gerunds are verbs that act as nouns. FORM: VERB + ing

B Circle the error in each sentence. Then rewrite the sentence correctly.

1. I thinking about learning self-defense.

2. She was thinking having a baby.

3. They’re thinking about study abroad next year.

4. He is thinking about to get a job in finance.

5. We was thinking about moving to California.

C Read the activities on the list. Have you ever thought about doing these?
Select three activities and write sentences. Why are you thinking of doing them?

live abroad start a new hobby buy a house travel around the U.S.
buy a car learn French sing professionally learn to play golf

I’m thinking about taking yoga classes. I think it will help me get in shape
and be more flexible. It’s also relaxing.

1.

2.

3.

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4 LET'S SPEAK AGAIN
Questions and Answers with Why? And Because
We use Why to ask about a motive or reason.
We use because to provide a motive or reason.

QUESTIONS RESPONSES
Why should I study English? Because you can have more job opportunities.
Why are you selling your car? Because I want to buy a new one.
Why do you recycle? Because I want to help protect the environment.

Match the reason to the question. A

1. Why are you buying a suit? ____ a) Because the forecast says it’s going to rain.
2. Why do you have an umbrella? ____ b) Because I think it’s funny!
3. Why don’t you eat mushrooms? ____ c) Because I want to buy a new guitar.
4. Why are you watching that stupid movie? ____ d) Because I’m going to a wedding next weekend.
5. Why are you saving money? ____ e) Because I’m allergic to them!

Read the questions with why and write three more.

Then interview your classmates and record their responses. B
QUESTIONS RESPONSES

Why is it important
1. to eat healthy food?

2. Why should I wake up early?

3. Why should I study English?

4.

5.

6.

Answer the questions using because.

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A Read the following information.

Remember, we use should and shouldn’t for advice.

QUESTIONS RESPONSES
You should see a nutritionist, and
I need to lose some weight. What should I do?
you shouldn’t eat a lot of sugar.
I’m having problems with my husband. You should talk to each other and
What should I do? see a marriage counselor.
We lost our cat! What should we do? You should post on social media and make posters.

NOTE: A modal is an auxiliary verb. FORM: MODAL + BASE VERB

B Give your opinion. Complete the sentences with should or shouldn’t.

1. You ________________ drink eight glasses of water a day.

2. You ________________ say “please” and “thank you.”
3. Your dog ______________ sleep on your bed.
4. We _______________ only use solar power.
5. The government _____________ pay for university.
6. Men _____________ hold the door open for women.

C Read each question.

Then write advice using should and shouldn’t and include your reasons.

1. Q: I just won a ticket to anywhere in the world! Where should I go and why?

A: You should ___________________________________________________________________.

You shouldn't _________________________________________________________________.

2. Q: What kind of pet should I get? Why?

A: You should ___________________________________________________________________.

You shouldn't _________________________________________________________________.

3. Q: I’m thinking about going to university. What should I study and why?

A: You should ___________________________________________________________________.

You shouldn't _________________________________________________________________.

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Review: Modals for obligation

DEGREE OF OBLIGATION
MODAL USE EXAMPLE
MUST You must respect your parents.
100% OBLIGATION
MUSTN’T You mustn't wear shoes in the house. ( PROHIBITION )
HAVE TO You have to bring a photo I.D.
95% OBLIGATION
DON’T HAVE TO You don’t have to pay for parking. ( NOT NECESSARY )
IMPORTANT SUGGESTION
HAD BETTER 75% You had better call your mother.
( FORMAL )

SUGGESTION
OUGHT TO 50% You ought to apologize to her.
( FORMAL )

Check ( ) if agree or disagree with these sentences.

If you disagree, rewrite the sentence so it’s true for you. D
AGREE DISAGREE
You should brush your teeth
1. You shouldn’t brush your teeth at night. _____ _____ three times a day.

2. You have to have a smartphone. _____ _____

3. You should use your cell phone during class. _____ _____

4. You ought to take a vacation once a year. _____ _____

5. You don’t have to tip at a restaurant. _____ _____

Imagine your best friend has an important job interview. Give them advice.
Write complete sentences. E
1. You must ______________________________________________________________________.

2. You mustn’t ____________________________________________________________________.

3. You have to ____________________________________________________________________.

4. You don’t have to _______________________________________________________________.

5. You had better _________________________________________________________________.

6. You ought to ___________________________________________________________________.

7. You should ____________________________________________________________________.

8. You shouldn’t __________________________________________________________________.

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A Ask your classmates for advice. Write five questions with Why?
Interview your classmates. Do you agree with their advice?

1. Why should ___________________________________________________?

2. Why should ___________________________________________________?

3. Why should ___________________________________________________?

4. Why should ___________________________________________________?

5. Why should ___________________________________________________?

Why should I get a pet?

7 LISTENING Because they’re really cute!

A Listen and complete the sentences using a name: Anna or Ian.

Then match the plan to the reason.

1. _________ is thinking about quitting his job. Because he wants companionship.

2. _________ is thinking about opening a restaurant. Because it’s portable.

3. _________ is thinking about buying a house. Because he doesn't like his boss.

4. _________ is thinking about buying a tablet. Because she wants to live with her parents.

5. _________ is thinking about adopting a pet. Because he likes to eat.

B Listen again and check ( ) the advice that you hear.

1. You should quit your job. _______

2. You should call Saul. _______

3. You shouldn't buy a house. _______

4. You should get a laptop. _______

5. You should get a cockatoo. _______

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Read the advice column. A

A s k D r. G o o d A d v ic e !
Dear Dr. GoodAdvice, Dear Dr. GoodAdvice,
I’ve been having problems with I’m worried my boyfriend
my husband. We both work full Dear Dr. GoodAdvice,
doesn’t love me anymore. We
time and we have three young I am a university student. I am
have been dating for two years.
children. Our life is very busy currently studying music and
In the beginning, he was very
and stressful. The problem is I love it! The problem is my
affectionate and we spent a lot
that my husband doesn’t help parents are not happy about
of time together. We used to
me around the house. I have to it. They want me to study to be
see each other every day! Now
cook, clean, do the shopping, an accountant or a lawyer or a
we only see each other once a
everything! When I ask for his doctor. I’m just not interested
week. He doesn’t ask me to go
help, he says “of course,” but in those things. Music is my
out, and he doesn’t get me gifts.
only helps for a day or two, then passion! I’m nervous because
I worry that he is thinking of
stops. What can I do? my dad says that he won’t help
leaving me.
-Busy Mom me pay for university if I study
What should I do?
music. What should I do?
-Worried in Love -Music Man
Dear Busy Mom, Dear Worried in Love,
Dear Music Man,
You should create a list of all You must speak with your
Some universities offer double
the extra chores you do. Then boyfriend. There is no way of
degree programs. Is it
your husband can visually see knowing how he is feeling until
possible for you to study
all the extra work you’re doing. you speak with him. Find a time
music, and law or accounting?
Ask him to do all these chores for you both to speak openly
Also, you should research
for a week so he can experience about how you're feeling. You
what jobs you can get with a
what you experience. After, you shouldn’t have any expectations
degree in music. Your parents
should determine with your about what he will say, or how
want you to be successful. You
husband what chores you can he is feeling, and it’s important
should show your parents that
do, and what chores he can do. that you express how you feel.
a degree in music can help
Also, are any of your children If you think that speaking about
you get a job that will pay the
old enough to help around the the relationship will be too
bills.
house? difficult, you can write a letter.
-Dr. GoodAdvice -Dr. GoodAdvice -Dr. GoodAdvice

Check ( ) the correct names. B

BUSY MOM WORRIED IN LOVE MUSIC MAN

Who has a problem with

1. a romantic relationship?

2. Who should write a letter?

3. Who should make a list?

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A Read Dillan’s message. Then write a response and give him advice.

Hey, I’ve had a really difficult week. Did

I tell you that my brother and I had a
big fight? He won’t talk to me. Also, I
really don’t like my job. It’s boring, the
hours are too long, and I’m not earning
enough money. I’m thinking about
quitting. What do you think about that?
And to make things worse, my dog is
sick! She has been vomiting for two
days. What do you think I should do?
I need your advice!

10 WRITE4SPEAK
A What are you thinking of doing next year? Write three sentences.
Why do you want to do these activities?

ACTIVITY RECOMMENDATION
I want to... You should...

because... because...

B Then survey your classmates. What is their advice?

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Read the posts. Then write your own review. Use a real restaurant or invent one. A
Paula Yamamoto Stefano Ricci

I’m thinking about having a birthday party for my I want to ask my girlfriend to marry me! I’ve already
daughter. She is going to be four years old. got a beautiful ring. I’m thinking about asking her at
Where should we have the party? a fancy restaurant. Where should I take her?
How should I ask her the big question?

Mercedes Zambrano

You should have a party at Pizza Palace. They offer

You should...
______________________________________
some really good party packages. We celebrated
our son’s 5th birthday there last week. We had ______________________________________
pizza, cake, games, and a clown included. The best ______________________________________
part is that you don’t have to clean up after! ______________________________________
Pizza Palace ______________________________________

Write a journal entry. Write for 10 minutes. B

Here are some ideas:

What are you thinking Journal writing is a great way
about doing next year? to see your progress in English.
Who do you confide in? Write for 10 minutes every day!
Who gives you advice?

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UNIT 16 SOME MILK.
1 VOCABULARY
A What did Macy do today? Match the errand to the picture.

1. Picked up the dry cleaning

2. Got some groceries

3. Took the dog to the vet

4. Mailed some letters

5. went to the bank

6. dropped off the recycling

7. Got some gas

8. Got a haircut

B What errands did you do last week? Write five sentences.

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Read the conversation and practice with a partner. A
Hi, Grandma! I’m home!

Hi, honey.

Did you get some bread from Nina’s Bakery?

Yes, I did. Did you drop off the recycling?

No, sorry. I forgot.

That’s okay.

I’ll do it tomorrow.

Read the conversation and practice with a partner. B

What a long day! I’m on my way home now.

Were you able to do all the errands?

Most of them. I took the cat to the vet, I got

a haircut, I picked up some groceries,
and I went to the bank.

Did you get some diapers?

Oh, no! I forgot!

Can you get some now?

Sure. See you soon.

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A Read the following information.

Questions in the past with do and be able to

Remember, be able to expresses ability.

DO BE ABLE TO
QUESTION RESPONSE QUESTION RESPONSE
Were you able to pick Yes, I was. I put your
Did you get a haircut? Yes, I did, but I hate it!
up the dry cleaning? shirts in the closet.
Why weren’t you able to
Where did you go today? I stayed at home. I had to work.
come to dinner?
Didn’t mom buy Was Leo able to No, he wasn’t.
No, she didn't have time.
more milk? go to the bank? He was too busy.

B Are these sentences correct? If incorrect, write them correctly.

CORRECT INCORRECT

1. Were Sara able to buy more dog food? Was Sara able to buy more dog food?

2. Do you mail those letters yesterday?

3. Did you get some groceries?

4. Were you able to pick up a cake?

5. Why not pick up the dry cleaning?

6. Did you able to go to the bank?

7. Did buy some more coffee?

8. Was you able to drop off the recycling?

C Write questions for the answers.

1. Were you able to buy some diapers?

Q: ____________________________________________________________________________
A: No, I wasn’t able to buy diapers. I had to work late.
2. Q: ____________________________________________________________________________
A: Yes, I went to the store and I got more dog food.
3. Q: ____________________________________________________________________________
A: No, we weren’t able to go to the party. We were both sick and stayed home.
4. Q: ____________________________________________________________________________
A: Today? I went to the grocery store, the bank, and the nail salon.

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4 LET'S SPEAK AGAIN
Use What a + ADJECTIVE + NOUN! to make a positive or negative comment.

POSITIVE NEGATIVE
What a great day! What a long meeting!

What a beautiful baby! What a boring movie!

What an awesome app! What a terrible accident!

Rewrite the sentences using What a + NOUN + ADJECTIVE! A

1. This line is so long. What a long line!
______________________________________________

2. That baby is really adorable. ______________________________________________

3. This cookie is really delicious. ______________________________________________

4. I was very busy today. ______________________________________________

5. Today was really fun. ______________________________________________

6. This restaurant is very expensive. ______________________________________________

Write three comments (positive or negative).

Then share with a partner who will respond with What a NOUN + ADJECTIVE! B
COMMENT: REACTION:

1.
____________________________________ ____________________________________

2. ____________________________________ ____________________________________

3. ____________________________________ ____________________________________

My sister got married yesterday.

What a beautiful bride!

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A Read the following information.

Have to refers to obligation. Be able to refers to ability.

HAVE TO BE ABLE TO
What do you have to do today? We weren’t able to get groceries.

I’m sorry, I didn’t come to your party. I had to work. Was she able to mail that package?

Don’t you have to pick up your dry cleaning? Were you able to buy some milk?

She doesn’t have to pay. This is her restaurant. I was able to get to the pharmacy but not the bakery.

B Complete the library rules with the correct form of have to or be able to.

Greenville Public Library

1. You ______________ be a member to borrow books.
2. You ______________ be 18 years or older to become a member.
3. You ______________ borrow a maximum of 8 books at one time.
4. You ______________ take books home without a membership.
5. You ______________ borrow the books for a maximum of 2 weeks.
6. You ______________ pay for lost or damaged books.

C Look at Jeong's to-do list. Then answer the questions. Write complete sentences.

What was Jeong able to do today?

TO-DO: __________________________________________
__________________________________________
Get some groceries
__________________________________________
Walk the dog
__________________________________________
Call Grandma
Get a haircut What does Jeong have to do tomorrow?

Mail a package __________________________________________

Pick up dry cleaning __________________________________________

Drop off the recycling __________________________________________

Get some gas __________________________________________

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Remember, we can use Present Progressive to express the future.

PRESENT PROGRESSIVE FOR FUTURE

QUESTION RESPONSE
Can you take the dog for a walk this afternoon? I can't. I’m running errands this afternoon.

What are you doing this weekend? Not much. I’m getting a haircut on Saturday.

Are you picking up the dry cleaning tonight? Can you please do it? I’m working late tonight.

Complete the conversations using Present Progressive to express the future. D

1. 3.
What ______ you _________ tonight? Can you drop off the recycling?

I _____ _________ a party at my house. Sure, I ______ ____________ to the

You should come! recycling plant tonight.

2. 4.
Can you help me with my homework tonight? Are you able to take Fifi for a walk?

Oh, sorry. ____ ________ a self-defense Yes, I _______ ___________ her

class tonight. to the dog park this afternoon.

Look at Katia’s schedule. Answer the questions. Use complete sentences. E

November 12th What is Katia doing this weekend?
- Go to the dentist.
- Send the accounting report. ___________________________________
- Get some groceries.
___________________________________
November 13th
___________________________________
- Take Fluffy to the vet.
- Call Mom.
- Have lunch with Mark. What was Katia able to do on Thursday?
November 14th ___________________________________
- Go to the gym. ___________________________________
- See new science documentary @7:15PM.
___________________________________
November 15th
What does Katia have to do on Friday?
- Call Mom.
___________________________________
___________________________________
___________________________________

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A Read the activities and add two more. Then interview your classmates.
Did they do these activities? If they didn’t, record their name and their excuse.

FIND SOMEONE WHO... NAME WHY?

…didn't study
English last night.

…didn't eat breakfast

this morning.

…didn't go out
last weekend.

Did you study English

7 LISTENING last night?

No, I had to work.

A Where did Emily go today? Listen to the conversation and order the pictures ( 1 - 8 ).

CLOSED

B Listen again and check ( ) the errands that Emily didn’t do.

Why didn’t Emily do those errands? What excuses does she make?

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Read the article. A
A More Productive To-Do List
To-do lists can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Read these tips to make sure your to-do lists make
you more productive and aren’t overwhelming or unrealistic.
Tip #1: Identify the three most important tasks.
Once you have finished writing your to-do list, identify the three most important tasks. Make these three tasks
your priority. Don’t fall into the trap of completing the easy tasks just for the satisfaction of crossing them off
your list.
Tip #2: Include the time.
When making your to-do list, include the time you estimate each task will take. Will you be able to do all your
tasks today? What tasks can you do during your lunch break? Make sure you’re realistic with the time estimate.
Tip #3: Review your list at the start and end of the day.
At the end of every day, evaluate your list. What were you able to accomplish? Cross it off! What do you have to
prioritize for tomorrow? Organize and add to your list each night. In the morning, review your list and prepare for
the day.
Tip #4: Create a “to-don’t” list.
When you create your to-do list, also create a list of things you shouldn’t do or don’t need to do. For example,
“Don’t answer phone calls during meetings.” or “Don’t start the report until Tuesday.” or “Don’t eat a heavy
lunch.” Avoiding these things will help you focus on the tasks that you have to complete.
Tip#5: Make it digital.
In today’s modern world, your to-do list doesn’t have to be pen and paper. There are many apps that help you
create virtual to-do lists. You can include deadlines, multiple tasks, color coding, and much more. You can even
set up alerts and alarms. These are simple and usually free to use on any smartphone, so you’re able to take
your to-do list with you everywhere you go!

Answer the questions using complete sentences. B

1. What are five things you can do to improve your to-do list?
_______________________________________________________________________________
2. What should you do with your to-do list at the end of the day?
_______________________________________________________________________________
3. What is a “to-don’t” list?
_______________________________________________________________________________
4. Why should you have a digital to-do list?
_______________________________________________________________________________

Match the word to its definition. C

1. to fall in a trap ____ a) the time by when something needs to be completed
2. to avoid ____ b) to stay away from or to prevent something
3. deadline ____ c) the be victim of temptation

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9 WRITING
A Your boss is very angry. You arrived late and didn’t finish all your work from last week.
Write a note to apologize. Explain why you were late and didn’t finish your work.

Dear Ms. Robles,

I’m writing this note to say I’m
sorry. I was late yesterday
because I had to go to the
hospital. My wife is pregnant and we
had to see the doctor immediately.
I was going to finish the report you
asked for last weekend, but I wasn’t
able to do any work, because I got
really sick.
I hope you understand.
- Pablo Ortega

10 WRITE4SPEAK
A Write a to-do list for last week. Include things you were able to do and didn’t do.

To-Do List:

B Look at your partner’s to-do list and ask them questions.

Can you guess what they did and weren’t able to do?

Yes, I was!

Were you able to walk the dog?

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11 RECYCLE
Imagine you will have a class party. In groups, plan for the party.
Answer the questions. A
INCLUDE:
-What is the theme of the party?
-Who will you invite?
-What will you eat and drink?
-What kind of decorations will you have?
-Where will you have the party?

Create a to-do list for the party and identify who will run each errand.
Use Present tense. B
TO-DO: WHO:
Send invitations I have to buy
some ice.
Can you pick
up the cake?

Sure, I can go to
the bakery this
afternoon.

Imagine your weren’t able to run your errands. Make excuses. C

Sorry, I wasn’t able to

pick up the cake. I had
to help my grandma.

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