WORKBOOK LISTENING SCRIPTS

UNIT 1 UNIT 2
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36 Page 17, Exercises 3 and 4
Picture A Jack: Did you choose someone to feature in your
Emma: In this picture, people are walking in nature. blog this week, Maggie?
It’s probably not a city park but some woods Maggie: Yes, Jack. I’m considering Lizzo.
or a forest. They appear to be a family Jack: The American singer?
because it looks like they’re different ages. Maggie: Yes. What’s your opinion of her?
It doesn’t seem to be very warm because
Jack: Well, I quite like some of her songs.
everyone’s wearing sweaters. The woman on
Maggie: I’m mad about her. Besides her great
the left is even wearing a scarf, I think. I love
songwriting and singing, she’s an excellent
how the dog is walking with the people and
flute player. And
not running away.
did you know she was once so poor that she
Picture B
lived in her car? It’s amazing! She went from
Harry: The woman in this picture looks like she’s very that to winning three Grammy awards in
happy. She’s smiling and taking a selfie on top 2020!
of a tall building. It’s probably a tourist site.
Jack: OK – I can see why you admire her. But you
There’s a beautiful view of a big city behind
always write about pop stars and actors. How
her. The woman appears to be very confident
do you feel about choosing an athlete?
and doesn’t look nervous about being so high
Maggie: I’m not sure. I can’t bear sport, so I don’t
up. I rarely go to places like that. I really don’t
know much about athletes. Which one do
like high places! you admire
the most?
Jack: That’s easy – Rafael Nadal.
Maggie: Oh, OK. I know that name. He’s a Spanish
tennis player, right?
Jack: Yes – and one of the best ever! He even
won two Olympic gold medals. I also admire
him because he’s got a charity to promote
education and sport in India and Spain.
Maggie: Hmm. He sounds interesting. Thanks for the
suggestion.

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UNIT 3 UNIT 4
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38 Page 33, Exercises 3 and 4
Ticket agent: Next, please. Yes, how can I help you? Julia: Hey, Sam – did you see the list of activities for the
Tom: Hi, I’d like one ticket for the 4 o’clock to town’s Sports Day next weekend? There’s a lot of
London, please. good stuff!
Ticket agent: Would you like a return ticket or a single? Sam: I agree! And I decided to do the 10K run. Do you
Tom: How much is a return ticket? want to do it, too?
Ticket agent: £22. Julia: I don’t think so. It starts at 7. I prefer to sleep late at
Tom: OK. I’ll take one return. Can I pay by weekends.
credit card? Sam: I understand. So, do you know which activities you’re
Ticket agent: Of course. doing?
Tom: Good. Oh, by the way, how many stops does Julia: I’ll probably take the introductory tai chi lesson.
the train make? Sam: Me too! It starts at noon, right?
Ticket agent: Three. It isn’t a direct train. Julia: Yes. In the park – and it ends at one o’clock. After
Tom: Oh. So how long is the journey? that, I’m not sure. Maybe I’ll finally try skateboarding.
Ticket agent: About an hour. The estimated time of arrival Sam: Oh, yeah! It’s a good opportunity to try it because
is 5 pm. they’re providing skateboards and knee pads.
Tom: That’s OK, then. Julia: Right. Or, hmm. Maybe I’d rather try unicycling!
That could be fun!
Ticket agent: Would you prefer an aisle seat or a window
seat? Sam: Definitely! Or do both!
Tom: I’d prefer a window seat. Julia: The problem is, they’re both at 2.30, so I can’t do
both.
Ticket agent: No problem.
Sam: Why don’t you wait and decide on Saturday? You
Tom: Here’s my credit card.
can see what you feel like doing then. And maybe
Ticket agent: Right. And … here’s your ticket.
you’ll decide to get up early for the run after all.
Tom: Thanks. What platform does the train leave
Julia: Ha! Yeah. Maybe.
from?
Ticket agent: The 4 o’clock leaves from Platform 2, and
boarding is from 3.45.
Tom: Great, thank you.

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UNIT 5 UNIT 7
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41 Page 57, Exercises 2 and 3
Emily: Thanks for agreeing to the interview, Jacob. Sheryl: Look at that dog! How do you think it got there?
Jacob: No problem, Emily. What would you like to know? Danny: Most likely, it’s a stray dog.
Emily: What can you tell me about songwriting? Is it a fun Sheryl: It probably got lost. It’s trying to find its way
hobby? home. Poor thing. It looks like it’s really suffering!
Jacob: It’s a great hobby, and I hope to do it professionally Danny: In my opinion, it’s just really thirsty.
one day! Sheryl: I think it’s really tired, too.
Emily: Really? How long have you been a songwriter? Danny: Apparently, the children are trying to help it.
Jacob: For a few months. I think it’s been over a year, Sheryl: Yes, you’re right. It looks like they’re trying to
actually. give it some water.
Emily: What got you interested in it? Danny: What do you think will happen to it after that?
Jacob: One day, I heard a song on the radio and I thought, Sheryl: Chances are they’ll take it to an animal shelter.
“I can do better than that!” Danny: I hope so. Someone will probably adopt it if they
Emily: Interesting. Have you always liked writing? do that.
Jacob: Yes, I have, actually. Before I started writing songs,
I used to write poems. I think that has helped me UNIT 8
write better songs, too.
Emily: I’m sure it has. How often do you write a new
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song? Katie: I’m hungry. Let’s order takeaway. How about
Indian food?
Jacob: Around once a month.
Jack: I’d rather have Italian. I don’t really like spicy food.
Emily: Have you ever performed any of your songs?
Katie: I don’t mind Italian food. Do you know of any good
Jacob: No, I haven’t, but my friend Alex sings them. He’s
places?
the lead singer in our rock band.
Jack: Yes, there’s Antonio’s. The menu is on their website.
Emily: That’s fantastic. Have you had any job offers
recently? Katie: Ooh, look at that seafood spaghetti. I’m going to
get that.
Jacob: Yes, we have. We’re going to play at Mio Mio Café
next Saturday. We’re doing three of my songs. Jack: That’s definitely a good choice. My mother often
orders it and she says it’s delicious.
Emily: Really? Maybe I’ll come. I’d love to hear them!
Katie: So are you going to get it, too?
UNIT 6 Jack: No, I always have a bad reaction to seafood.
Katie: Sorry to hear that. Then what are you going to
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Louise: I am going to have a party on Saturday. Can you Jack: I think I’ll get the pasta with white sauce. I’d prefer
come? not to have meat right now.
Elaine: Of course! What are you celebrating? Katie: Great. We should probably get some fizzy drinks,
Louise: The recording studio offered my band a contract. too.
Elaine: Wow! That’s fantastic! Where is the party going Jack: I agree. Let’s call the restaurant now.
to be?
Louise: At my house. It isn’t going to be a large party.
I’m only inviting my close friends.
Elaine: It sounds great! What activities are you planning?
Louise: I don’t think I’ll plan any activities. Maybe just
music and food. What do you think?
Elaine: I think it’ll be fantastic
Louise: We’ll start around 8.00. So I’ll see you then?
Elaine: Definitely. I’m really looking forward to it!

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UNIT 9 UNIT 10
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45 Page 81, Exercises 2 and 3
Jake: Could you explain how to make a sandwich Amalia: T his is a great shop, Mia. Thanks for bringing
with this? me here.
Claire: Of course. To begin with, switch on the device so it Mia: No problem, Amalia. Look. What do you think
will warm up. After that, take two pieces of bread of this gold shirt?
and spread butter on each of them. After that, add Amalia: Hmm. It’s not really my kind of thing.
the cheese. Mia: I think it’s really special.
Jake: Do I put the sandwich in the toaster next? Amalia: Look at the price though, Mia.
Claire: Yes, but put a piece of baking paper in the device Mia: Oops! I’ll put it back then. I‘d rather buy
to keep it clean. something that’s a bit cheaper.
Jake: What happens next? Amalia: I’d imagine so. This red dress is on sale for half
Claire: You close the device and press down on it gently. price.
Jake: How will I know when the sandwich is ready? Mia: Oh, that’s nice, Amalia. It’ll go perfectly with
Claire: The minute it is ready, the light will go off. Then my black shoes – the ones which I wore to
you can take the sandwich out. Jacob’s party.
Amalia: Exactly. How about this handbag?
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44 Page 73, Exercise 3 Mia: It’s not bad, but I don’t really need another
Grandfather: I’ve never used a smart TV before. Could handbag.
you explain to me how to set it up? Amalia: Fine, then I’ll take it. I need something which
Lara: Of course. The first step is to connect the I can put my phone and bus card in when
TV to the router. I go out.
Grandfather: I’m not sure I understand. Do you mean Mia: You won’t be able to put anything else in it,
that I have to put the TV near the router or Amalia, it’s really small!
it won’t work? Amalia: It’s big enough for what I need. It’s got an inside
Lara: Not necessarily. You can use Wi-Fi on the pocket for money, so I don’t need a purse.
TV if you prefer. Mia: Whatever you think. Look, these belts are two
Grandfather: How does that work? for the price of one. I’m going to get the silver
Lara: Go into the settings and enter your log-in one. Why don’t you choose one, and we can
information. Once you have done that, you each pay half?
will be able to stream programmes and Amalia: Fantastic, Mia! I’ll take the brown belt. I like
films on your TV. the design.
Grandfather: Let me see if I have this right. Now can I Mia: Great. Let’s go and pay, then!
watch Netflix on my TV?
Lara: Well, as soon as you pay for the
subscription!

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