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UNIVERSITY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDIES DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH SPEAKING COURSE MATERIALS (For internal circulation) June, 2017 1 CONTENTS Unit Title Page number 1 PEOPLE AND RELATIONSHIPS 3 2 HEALTH AND FITNESS 9 3 THE MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT 14 4 HOBBIES 20 5 TECHNOLOGY 25 6 TRANSPORT 29 7 YOUTH 34 8 THE WORLD AROUND US 38 9 STUDIES AND WORK 42 10 COMMUNICATION 48 11 ANIMALS 53 12 HOME 57 13 CULTURE 61 14 ON THE MOVE 64 15 ADVERTISING AND BUYING 68 16 PRACTICE TEST 1 72 17 PRACTICE TEST 2 73 18 PRACTICE TEST 3 74 19 PRACTICE TEST 4 75 20 PRACTICE TEST 5 76 Answer key 77 2
UNIT 1 PEOPLE AND RELATIONSHIPS LEAD IN VOCABULARY A. Character and personality 1.
Look at the adjectives describing character and personality below
easy-going independent modest moody sociable
stingy unreliable good fun blunt open-minded
nosy outgoing argumentative considerate reserved
2. Think of as many adjectives as you can to add to the list and then decide which adjectives are positive, which are negative.
3. Which adjectives would you use to describe yourself? Example: I consider myself to be …. I would say I am… B. Relationships 1. Describing relationships
Match phrases 1-8 with definitions a-h 1. get on with someone
a. argue and stop being friendly with someone 2. look up to someone b. have a good relationship 3. be in touch with someone
c. gradually have a less close relationship with 4. fall out with someone someone 5. grow apart from someone
d. be in communication with someone 6. take after someone
e. know someone well and often see or talk to them
7. grow up together/ with someone
f. have many childhood or adolescent experiences in 8. be close to someone common with someone g. respect someone
h. resemble someone in your family in appearance or personality
Make five sentences describing the relationships you have, using the adjectives and phrases you have learned in A and B
Example: I take after my father. We are both outgoing. 3 2. Different relationships
Look at the pictures and identify the relationship shown in each picture. Fill in the mind-map
with words denoting relationships shown in the pictures above. There is one space per letter.
Some letters have been given to help you. F----- F----- L--- RELATIONSHIPS N-----------d B------- p---------p F---------
Work with a partner. Which two relationships are most important to you? 4
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
In Part 1 of the Speaking Module, the examiner asks you some general questions about personal
situation. These may include questions about your work and study, your free time activities, your
future plans, your relationship, etc ….
Try talking about relationships as if you were doing Speaking Part 1. If you are working with a partner, take
it in turns to play the roles of examiner and candidate. Here are some typical questions.
• Who are you closest to in your family?
• If you have any brothers or sisters, what things do you enjoy doing together?
• Who has had the greatest influence on your life so far?
• Do you have many close friends? What makes a good friend?
• Do you think you still have the same friends in ten years’ time?
• Do you and your friends share the same interests? Is this a good thing?
• How do you like to spend your time with your friends?
• Would you prefer to spend your free time with your family or with friends? Why?
• When you have trouble in life, who do you turn to for help family members or friends? –
• How important is your family to you?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
In the second part of the Speaking Module, you are given some background information of a
particular situation and one issue. Then, there are three options provided and you have to discuss
these with the examiner and select the best alternative.
Pair work: Imagine you are looking for a love match. Read the advertisement for a dating
service and complete the questionnaire. Then discuss the questions below LOOKING FOR LOVE 5
• What other information would you want to know before agreeing to meet someone for the first time?
• Which of the information above is the most important in choosing a partner? PRACTICE
Situation: Your friend is in his/her early 30s. He/ She is looking for the love of his/her life. What do
you think is the best way to find out the person he/she loves speed dating, online dating or dating – service? Think about: - The time consumed - The person’s feeling
- The reliability of information
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT TOPIC: FAMILY LIFE 1. Family rules
What rules do you have in your family? Work with a partner, discuss these topics and add others.
Are there any rules your families all share? Make a list. • Doing household chores
Having pocket money ……………………………. • Coming home late Watching TV
…………………………. • Preparing meals Settling disputes ……… ………………. 6
In our family, we all share weekend
During the school year, I wasn’t
chores. For example, I have to wash
allowed to watch TV until I finished my
the dishes and take out the garbage homework 2. Parents and children
Work in groups of three or four. Which of the following statements do you agree with?
a. Children like to feel that they are in charge.
b. It is important for parents to discipline children.
c. Parents should be friends, not leaders.
d. Children are seen, not heard. PRACTICE:
In the third part of the Speaking Module, the candidate is given a topic with supporting details in
form of a mind-map. Each supporting detail is often given in form of a noun or noun phrase. The
candidate then has to develop the topic on the basis of provided ideas and also add one more idea related to the topic.
Work with a partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic Topic:
The important qualities of an ideal parent Responsibility Tolerance The important qualities of an ideal parent Sympathy Your own ideas 7 FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with a partner to discuss these questions.
1. Many mothers today work and are away from home all day. How does this affect her and her family?
2. Would it be better for the family to have less money but have the mother at home?
3. Why is the number of single mothers increasing nowadays? 8 UNIT 2 HEALTH AND FITNESS LEAD IN VOCABULARY A. Free time activities
1. Look at the activities below hiking running gardening cycling tennis the piano yoga football karate surfing exercise swimming judo aerobics skateboarding jogging dancing weightlifting puzzles poker
2. Complete the table with the activities. Then work with a partner, think of some more activities for each verb Do Go Play
3. Work in groups. Talk about your free time activities. Do you do the same thing? What is
the most popular free time activity in your group? B. Sports and exercise 1. Different kinds of sports Water sports Extreme sports Contact sports SPORTS Team sports Individual sports Snow sports
Work in pairs. Think of at least two examples of the types of sports shown in the mind-map.
Example: Snow sports: skiing, sledding 9
Which sports do you most enjoy watching or playing, and which do you least enjoy? Why?
2. How do you feel about exercise?
• Here are some different ways people exercise. Look at the pictures and discuss the questions. Bungee jumping Kayaking Indoor rock climbing Aerobics
• Which of these words would you use to describe the activities? difficult entertaining fun relaxing tedious exhilarating exhausting exciting strenuous inexpensive worthwhile dangerous
• Which of these activities are you familiar with?
• Which have you tried? Which would you like to try? Why?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
Try talking about health and fitness as if you were doing Speaking Part 1. If you are working with a partner,
take it in turns to play the roles of examiner and candidate. Here are some typical questions: • What do you do to keep fit? • What sports do you play? • When did you last play sport? •
Are you an active person in your free time? What sort of thing do you do? •
Do you prefer to exercise with other people or on your own? Why? •
Do you have any unhealthy habits? •
Do you eat what you like or what is good for health? 10
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
In the second part of the Speaking Module, you are given some background information of a
particular situation and one issue. Then, there are three options provided and you have to discuss
these with the examiner and select the best alternative. HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
Pair work: What advice would you give someone on how to lead a healthy lifestyle? Number
these ideas in order of importance (1= most important, 8 = least important).
Try to explain why you think the advice is important / not important. Take vitamin supplements Avoid eating red meat Avoid stress Sleep eight hours a night Do something fun every day Walk as often as possible
Eat plenty of fruits and vegetable
Spend time with friends and family
……………………………………….
……………………………………….
……………………………………….
……………………………………….
Example: It’s really important to avoid stress. People who are relaxed live longer.
Think of some more advice to add to the list. Then work in groups to decide on the five most important pieces of advice. PRACTICE
Situation: Your mother has just retired. She is Going to the gym
considering taking up something as a way to
keep fit. What do you think is the best choice
for her going to the gym, jogging or doing – yoga? Think about - The cost - The age of your mother - How hard the activity is Jogging Doing yoga 11
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT TOPIC: STRESS 1. How stressed are you?
• Do you have stressful life? Interview your partner. How stressed are you? Yes No
Do you find it hard to make a decision?
Do you have difficulty relaxing?
Do you find it difficult to concentrate?
Do you often get annoyed or lose your temper?
Do you have difficulty falling asleep?
Do you often wake up during the night?
Do you spend too much time working or studying? Do you eat too quickly? Do you worry about grades?
• Join another pair. Compare your answers. Who is under the most stress, the least stress? 2. Stressful situations
Look at the photos. Then discuss the questions below. Trafic jam Public speaking Taking exam Getting lost 12
• Which would be the most stressful situation for you? Why?
• Which situation do you experience most often? How do you handle it?
• How would you handle the other situations?
• Are you generally active or passive in dealing with stressful situations?
3. Different degrees of stress
Look at some causes of stress. Work with a partner. Think of some other causes of stress. Which
do you think causes the highest degree of stress for the average person? Rank your answer from
1 (most stressful) to … (least stressful).
…... having trouble with your boss
…... starting or finishing school
…... having an illness or injury …... going on vacation …... being fired from work
…... having trouble with in-laws …... getting married …... retiring from work
…... -------------------------------------
…... ---------------------------------------
…... -------------------------------------
…... --------------------------------------- PRACTICE
In the third part of the Speaking Module, the candidate is given a topic with supporting details in
form of a mind-map. Each supporting detail is often given in form of a noun or noun phrase. The
candidate then has to develop the topic on the basis of provided ideas and also add one more idea related to the topic.
Work with a partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: How to cope with stress Social engagement Healthy lifestyle Coping with stress Positive thinking Your own ideas FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with a partner to discuss these questions. 1.
Do you think that life would be dull without stress? 2.
In what ways does stress affect our health and life? 3.
Some people blame modern life for the increasing amount of stress we suffer. What is your point of view? 13
UNIT 3 THE MEDIA AND ENTERTAIN MENT LEAD IN VOCABULARY A. Jobs related to the media
1. Match these people with the definitions 1. gossip columnist
a. a journalist who reports on the news from a distant place 2. commentator
b. a person who publishes a newspaper or magazine 3. publisher c. a young reporter 4. cub reporter
d. a journalist who reports on the lives of celebrities 5. correspondent
e. the principal journalist on a TV news programme 6. meteorologist
f. a journalist who reports on the weather 7. critic
g. a person on TV who comments on the news 8. anchor
h. photographers who follow celebrities in order to take pictures of 9. editor them 10. paparazzi
i. a person who prepares materials for publication or presentation
j. a person who reviews movies, plays, books and art exhibits 2. Discuss these questions
• Which job would you find the most interesting? Why?
• Which job wouldn’t you like to do? Why? B. Entertainment 1. Complete the spidergram equipment types instruments music television Entertainment theatre cinema 14
2. Where would these words go in your spidergram? a CD a hi-fi an album a stereo rock (and roll) a play horror jazz the top twenty a ballad a concert crime heavy metal classical a romance a camera a hit folk a thriller a programme country (and western) a comedy a stage a tour a whodunit a show box office a musical
3. Collocations and expressions connected with leisure activities
Use the expressions in the box to complete the sentences below.
go for a have fun have some time off from sit back
let my hair down relax with taking it easy unwind
1. I quite often ……………… drink after work with some of my colleagues.
2. It is very important to ……………… together as a family.
3. After a hard day, sometimes it’s nice just to …………… and watch some rubbish on TV.
4. I find it a really good way to ……………… the pressure of work and raising a family.
5. People tell me I should try to ……………… sometimes. I find it really difficult to relax.
6. My idea of a good time is to turn off my phone and ……………… a good book for a couple of hours.
7. I plan to spend next weekend ………………
8. I really like to ……………… by having a nice, hot bath. It helps me relax after a hard day in the office.
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
Try talking about entertainment as if you were doing Speaking Part 1. If you are working with a
partner, take it in turns to play the roles of examiner and candidate. Here are some typical questions.
• What kind of music do you like best?
• Do you prefer listening to live music or recorded music?
• Who are your favourite singers?
• Have you got any of their albums?
• Have you ever seen them live?
• What kind of films do you like best?
• Do you prefer to watch films at the cinema or on video?
• Do you buy magazines or newspapers regularly? Why (not)?
• Do you play computer games? What do you think about computer games? 15
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
In the second part of the Speaking Module, you are given some background information of a
particular situation and one issue. Then, there are three options provided and you have to discuss
these with the examiner and select the best alternative.
DIFFERENT FORMS OF ENTERTAINMENT
Pair work: Look at the activities below. Can you add some more to the list? Then tick (✓) the
activities that you enjoy doing at weekends. going to the cinema watching TV going shopping reading going to art exhibitions surfing the Internet eating out playing games
……………………………………. ……………………………………….
……………………………………. ……………………………………….
Work with a partner. Take turns to ask and answer the following questions
• How do you usually spend your weekend?
• What for you would be the most enjoyable way to spend a weekend?
• What would be the worst imaginable way to spend a Sunday?
• Do any of the following describe your last weekend? What did you do? forgettable unbelievably boring reasonably enjoyable remarkably good memorable PRACTICE
Situation: You are a student. It’s Saturday evening. You would like to enjoy an evening out with
some close friends. You want to have fun with friends but you don’t have much money to spend.
There are three suggested options: going to the cinema, eating out and singing karaoke. Which do you think is the best choice? Think about - the cost - how much fun you have - the interest of your friends 16
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT TOPIC: TV 1. TV programmes
• Match the types of TV programmes (1-10)with the descriptions/ typical subjects (a-j ) 1. current-affairs programme a. analysis of news stories 2. documentary
b. collection of short comic pieces 3. game show
c. comedy series usually set in a home or workplace 4. historical drama
d. contestants trying to win money 5. literary adaptation e. cowboys and gunfights 6. sitcom
f. in-depth exploration of one non-fiction subject 7. sketch show
g. interviews with celebrities 8. soap opera
h. relationships and problems of a group of characters 9. talk show / chat show
i. type of opera set in the past 10. western
j. TV version of a well-known book
• Work in pairs. Ask and answer the following questions
1. When and where do you watch TV?
2. What kinds of TV programmes do you like watching?
3. What other types of entertainment do you enjoy?
4. How important is entertainment in your life? 17 2. Quiz Are you a telly addict? You Your partner
1. Do you watch TV more than twenty hours a week?
2. Have you ever watch TV all night?
3. Do you ever work or study with the TV on?
4. Have you got a TV in your bedroom or the kitchen?
5. Do you always have to have the remote control?
6. Do you sometimes have dinner in front of the TV?
7. Do you know exactly when all your favourite programmes are on?
8. Have you ever missed something important because you wanted to watch TV?
• Do the quiz. Put a tick ( ✓) or a cross ( ) in the “you” column.
• Work in pairs. Take turns to ask and answer the questions in the quiz. Put a tick ( ✓) or a
cross ( ) in the “your partner” column. Then turn to page 74. Are you and your partners telly addicts?
PRACTICE: In the third part of the Speaking Module, the candidate is given a topic with
supporting details in form of a mind-map. Each supporting detail is often given in form of a noun or
noun phrase. The candidate then has to develop the topic on the basis of provided ideas and also
add one more idea related to the topic.
Work with a partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: What are the bad impacts of TV on children? Poor eye sight Physical laziness Bad impacts of TV on children Violent behaviours Your own ideas 18 FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with a partner to discuss these questions.
1. Do you think TV is an effective baby sitter?
2. How important is watching TV in another language when you are studying that language?
3. Do you think you can live without TV?
4. How important is it to keep up to date with news and current events? 19 UNIT 4 HOBBIES LEAD-IN VOCABULARY A. Likes and dislikes
1. Look at statements a-g and decide if they express positive or negative feelings or
indifference about each activity. a. I’m keen on photography.
b. I can’t stand board games.
c. I’m crazy about computer games. d. I don’t mind cooking.
e. I’m fanatical about playing cards.
f. Going to the theatre? I can take it or leave it.
g. Going to the cinema is not my kind of thing.
2. Use each of the phrases above to talk about how you feel about various pastimes. There are
some more pastimes you could talk about below. Camping Entertaining Watching TV Crafts Going clubbing Eating out Going for walks Working on cars Fishing Cooking Listening to music Shopping B. Hobbies
1. Complete each text with the words below. Words that form collocations are in italics. READING about character opening page- turner set
The novel I’m reading at the moment is a real
.......................... I just can’t put it down. It’s
...........................in Renaissance Italy and is
..............................young women who are forced to
become nuns because they’ve brought shame on their
families for various reasons. In .................... the chapter ,
for example, a ....................falls in love with her music
teacher and the family don’t approve. 20 ART abstract exhibition hype original representational work
I’m sorry to say the student art.........................was rather
dull. I had expected it to be really thought-provoking
after all the ........................ but none of the art was
very............................It was mostly sculpture, though
there were a couple of installations and quite a few
paintings. Most of the painters seemed to think they
needed to be strictly............................,but I prefer.......................
It allows you to respond more art.
personally to a .........................of art. MUSIC charts concert gigs live lyrics taken up tunes
I’ve just........................the piano. It was after a................
I went to that inspired me because the pianist was so
talented. I love...................... though performances,
usually I’m more into..................I went to see my
favourite band the other week, actually. What I like about
them is their thoughtful ............................and
catchy.........................Of course, the band write their own
music unlike the manufactured groups you see so much these days. They always reach the top of the
.......................but I think it’s more down to marketing than talent. FILMS genre predictable rave rom- com slow-moving star-studded
When it comes to film, my favourite........................is
comedy. I went to see a......................last night, and
it was so hilarious. It was well acted-well, it was a
........................cast so that’s not surprising. And it
was so touching. Last weekend, my friend made me 21
FOCUS ON SPEAKINGPART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
In the second part of the Speaking Module, you are given some background information of a
particular situation and one issue. Then, there are three options provided and you have to discuss
these with the examiner and select the best alternative. Situation:
Your friends, who are a group of students, are planning a trip from Danang to Ho Chi Minh city.
They are considering travelling by train, by car or by plane. In your opinion, what is the best choice? Think about: - Speed - Scenery - Cost - Convenience
FOCUS ON SPEAKINGPART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
In the third part of the Speaking module, the candidate is given a topic with supporting details in
the form of a mind map. Each supporting detail is often given in the form of a noun or a noun
phrase. The candidate then has to develop the topic on the basis of provided ideas and also add one
or more ideas related to the topic.
Now work with your partner on the following topics
1. What are the most serious transport problems in your countries? Parking Public transport Transport problems Traffic Your own ideas
2. How can transport problems be solved? Build more roads Introduce tough environmental Solutions to transport problems Build underground train lines 32 Your own ideas FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking module you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with your partner to discuss these questions.
1. In your opinion, in what ways can governments encourage people to use public transport?
2. Do you think public transport should be free?
3. How do you think transport will change in the next ten years?
4. Do you think we should spend more money on roads or railways? 33 UNIT 7 YOUTH LEAD-IN VOCABULARY A. Remembering
1. Read the texts below and pay attention to the underlined collocations and phrases connected with remembering.
1. When I hear music from the 70s, it really takes me back. It makes me feel like I’m a
teenager again, the memories are so vivid. So many things from that period of my life left a
lasting impression on me like meeting my first girlfriend and sitting my A levels in
sweltering heat. It’s still fresh in my mind.
2. I can barely remember what I did yesterday let alone events from my childhood. Well,
having said that, I have some vague memories. I remember a teacher I really liked called….
Oh, the name escapes me. But she was so brilliant at explaining things and was really kind
when my brother was taken ill. Oh what was her name? It’s on the tip of my tongue!
Anyway, as I said, I have a bad memory.
3. I often reminisce about the good old days. You have to be careful though because it’s easy
to get sentimental and see everything through rose-tinted glasses. Things weren’t perfect
back then but you often only remember the good times. I love looking at old photos. They
remind me of people I’d long forgotten about and then it all comes flooding back, like my
old friend Alice who passed away ten years ago. Can it really be that long? Doesn’t time fly!
2. Which phrases from the texts are paraphrased below?
a. I can almost remember it but not quite.
………………………………………………………… ….. b. Time passes very quickly.
…………………………………………………………….. c. It reminds me of the past.
……………………………………………………………..
d. I can remember it clearly, like it was yesterday.
……………………………………………………………..
e. I suddenly remember it really clearly.
……………………………………………………………… 34 B. Upbringing
1. Match words 1-8 with definitions a-h 1 be well brought up a
speak to someone angrily or seriously because they have done something wrong 2 Upbringing
b someone who is older than you, usually someone quite a lot older 3 Parenting c
obey a person, a command, or an instruction 4 your elder
d be polite because your parents have taught you to behave well 5 do as you are told e do some of the housework 6 have good manners f
the way that your parents treat you and the things that they
teach you when you are growing up 7 tell someone off
g the activity of bringing up and looking after your child 8 help around the house
h be polite and observe social customs
2. Read the following statements. In pairs, discuss if they reflect your experience and views.
Justify your answer by giving a reason or an example.
Example: - Most children I know are well brought up.
- No, most children I know are badly brought up. They have bad manners, interrupting adults all
the time and do not say please or thank you. •
Most children I know are well brought up. • I had a strict upbringing. •
Good parenting is all about teaching a child to have good manners. •
When I was young, I respect my elders. •
When I was a child, my dad told me off more often than my mum. • I always did as I was told. •
Children in my country generally help around the house. 35
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
Try talking about youth as if you were doing Speaking Part 1. If you are working with a
partner,take it in turns to play the roles of examiner and candidate. Here are some typical questions. •
Where did you grow up? Was that a good place to grow up? • What was your favourite toy? •
Do you miss anything about your childhood? •
What is your most vivid childhood memory? •
Did you get on well with your parents? •
Did you ever get into trouble at home or school?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
In the second part of the Speaking Module, you are given some background information of a
particular situation and one issue. Then, there are three options provided and you have to discuss
these with the examiner and select the best alternative. Situation:
Your friend is hired to look after a seven year-old- boy
every Sunday evening when his parents are away. She
wants to make his evening interesting. She is considering
helping him with his homework, letting him watch his
favourite TV programme, taking him to a park nearby. In
your opinion, which is the best choice? Think about: - Effect on health - Potential danger - Time and effort to put in 36
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
In the third part of the Speaking module, the candidate is given a topic with supporting details in
the form of a mind map. Each supporting detail is often given in the form of a noun or a noun
phrase. The candidate then has to develop the topic on the basis of provided ideas and also add one
or more ideas related to the topic.
Now work with your partner on the following topics
1. Young and old people can learn from each other Technology History Learning from each other Your own ideas Behaviour
2. Childhood is the best stage in one’s life No worry Being cared Childhood Learning new Your own things ideas FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking module you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with your partner to discuss these questions.
1. Are children in your country generally well brought up?
2. Is it important for children to have fun?
3. At what age do children become adults?
4. How does a person’s childhood influence what kind of adult he/she becomes? 37 UNIT 8 THE WORLD AROUND US LEAD –IN VOCABULARY A. Environment
1. Work in groups and discuss the following questions
What environmental problems do these pictures illustrate?
What do you think is the most serious in your country?
Have you experienced any of these problems? B. How green are you?
1. Complete sentences 1-7 with words a-g. The sentences are all about ways to help the environment a. Boycott c. Recycle e. Switch g. Walk b. Buy d. Reduce f. Use
1. ..........................paper, cans, plastic, glass and other items like mobiles.
2. ..........................less water in the house and garden.
3. ..........................the amount of household waste you produce.
4. ...........................to energy efficient light bulbs.
5. ...........................products that harm the environment, such as those made from mahogany, which grows in rainforests.
6. ........................,cycle or use public transport instead of driving your car.
7. ........................organic foods that do not use harmful artificial fertilisers and pesticides.
2. Apart from the things 1-7, do you do anything else to help the environment? Here are some useful phrases: In our household, we........
I try to reduce carbon footprints by [-ing].................
I think [-ing].................sounds like the best idea. 38
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
Now, work in pairs to discuss the questions below. Try to answer as fully as possible, giving
reasons. Before you begin, study the Essential Language box below
1. How do you get about mostly? By bus/by bicycle/by car/on foot
2. Where do you do most of your shopping? In an out-of-town hypermarket/ in local stores/
in a supermarket/ on the Internet
3. Which of the following do you recycle regularly? Newspapers/bottles/aluminium cans/none of these ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE Softening phrases I’m afraid/ To be honest
We use these expressions in spoken English to talk about something we’re not very
proud of, or to admit to a failure of some kind. You can give a reason by adding: I know.....but.....
I’m afraidI nearly go by car because the buses are so unreliable.
I knowI should recycle more but, to be honest , , it’s too much trouble.
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION 1. Talking about climate
Complete the texts below with words a-j, which collocate with the words in italics. a. biting b. bitterly c. hot d. heavy e. high f. boiling g. rainy h. flooding i. rain j. unbearable
In my country, we have a (1).....................
. During this time, there is really (2) season
................humidity so it gets awfully (3).................and sticky, and we often get (4) torrential
..............., which can cause (5)
................. In the early summer severe. , before the rains come, it
tends to be (6)......................hot. Most tourists (7) find the heat.................., actually, so I don’t recommend visiting then.
In the winter, it gets (8)................... .
cold We get (9).....................winds, so cold that I have
heard of people’s ears freezing and then snapping off! Not only that but we get such (10) ..............
snow that some people’s houses get completely covered by snowdrifts and they have to be dug out. 39 2. PRACTICE:
Situation: A group of students from England are
going to take a tour around your country on their
fieldtrip. They want to visit different landscapes,
organise and enjoy some activities with local people.
They want to know more information about the weather in your country.
In your opinion, which is the best season for them to
carry out their plan: spring, summer, or autumn?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
1. Complete the summary by choosing words from the list
Studies of the world’s ocean indicate that our planet is heating up. Climate volcanic
models base on the temperatures of the world’s ocean are thought to be more solar
reliable compared with those based on (1)..................temperatures. Some heat
scientists claim global warming can be explained by natural phenomena such greenhouse
as changes in (2)..............activity, (3)..............eruptions and variable changes earthquake
in (4)....................However, many others disagree, claiming that the only climate
possible explanation is the increase in (5)..................emissions caused by atmospheric human activity.
2. Work in pairs and discuss some human activities affecting climate change
Example: wasting electricity, using private vehicles 40
PRACTICE: Now work with your partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: Individuals can take some actions to save our planet from climate change Use public Recycle things transport Actions to save our planet Plant trees Your own ideas FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking module you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with your partner to discuss these questions.
1. What are the main environmental problems in your country?
2. How will climate change affect where people live in a hundred years?
3. Will we recycle our waste in a hundred years?
4. How will we solve environmental problems in the future?
ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE: SPECULATING
Maybe/ perhaps ...........................
It’s fairly/quite/very/extremely [unlikely] that ............. some countries will reduce CO2 emissions
I guess/predict/expect that .................
the government could do more to stop global warming
I imagine/suspect that ..................
It is quite possible that .....................
we could do more to recycle our rubbish must + infinitive can’t + infinitive 41 UNIT 9 STUDIES AND WORK LEAD IN VOCABULARY
Talking about your study and job
1. Complete the passage about Julia with the words and phrases a-i, and the passage about
Peter with the words and phrases j-s
a. an office job d. long hours g. retired b. earn e. own boss h. sacked
c. job satisfaction f. redundant i. self-employed
Julia: I’m (1)......................I give art classes, mainly to (2)..................people. I may not
(3)................ a great deal but I get an immense amount of (4)...................because I see people
who have barely held a brush before gain in confidence and learn new skills. I don’t think I could
cope with having (5)...............- the monotony would drive me mad. People on offices seem to
work (6)....................., and there’s always the risk of being made (7)................or getting
(8)..............Nobody can fire me because I’m my (9)....................
j. breadwinner n. part time q. volunteer work
k. care-minded o. responsible r. wage
l. get home late p. stay-at-home mum s. workaholic m. overtime
Peter: I’m a water engineer. In my current job, I’m (10)......................for designing flood
defence system and monitoring flood levels. I must admit that I’m a bit of a(n) (11).................
I’m constantly doing (12).......................- unpaid, I should add – and so I generally (13)
.................. I would definitely say I live to work, not work to live. Years ago, I did a lot of
(14)......................., advising people in developing countries on installing water supplies.
However, since I’ve now settled down and am the main (15)......................... I feel I have to earn
a decent (16)..................My wife works (17)............................but she only went back to work
last month. Before that, she was a(n) (18).......................... I think she enjoyed looking after the
kids but she’s always been quite (19)....................so she didn’t want to stay a housewife forever. 42
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
Try talking about your occupation as if you were doing Speaking Part 1. If you are working with a
partner,take it in turns to play the roles of examiner and candidate. Here are some typical questions.
• Do you work, or are you a student?
• What’s the most interesting part of being a (candidate’s occupation)?
• What’s the most difficult part of being a (candidate’s occupation)?
• Would you say it’s a good occupation? (Why? /Why not?)
• What kind of work would you like to do in the future?
The mind plan below shows several aspects of work. Make notes to help you answer questions on the subject Training/ Qualifications Duties/ Hours Personal qualities JOB Place of work Boss/ Colleagues Best/ Worst things about jobs
Study the Essential Language below ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE Discussing jobs and careers
NOW What do you do?/ What’s your job?
I’m a.........I work as a.............I work in a......
Tell me about your job/ the job you hope to do.
My/ the job involves............
You need to have............../ You need to be.......
I/ you have to...........and.......
The best thing about being a.......is (that).........
IN FUTURE What are your career plans?
I’m hoping to be a(n).............
I’m studying to be a(n)............ 43
PRACTICE: Work in pairs to interview each other on the subject of work. One person should take
the role of the examiner each time. Make sure you ask complete, correct questions based on the
mind plan above. Answer in as much detail as possible.
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
1. Which three of these do you think are most important in a job? Which three are least important? Give reasons short working week interesting work large salary friendly workmates home working plenty of holidays childcare facilities high promotion long maternity leave
2. Expressions connected with work
Complete the sentences below, giving opinions about occupations using the expressions in the box
career prospects job satisfaction job security paid by the hour
physically demanding work long hours
1. Doctors often have to..........................
2. I work in a restaurant, and I don’t have a regular salary. I’m...............................
3. I love seeing children learn. That’s why I get so much......................from being a teacher.
4. I don’t work for any one newspaper. I’m a freelance journalist. This means I have no..................
5. In sales, you can start at the bottom and work your way to the top. It’s a job with excellent............
6. I’m a road mender. My job mostly involves filling holes in the road. It’s tiring and.............work PRACTICE:
1. Work in pairs or groups and make a list of the advantages and disadvantages of the following jobs: Language Teacher Advantages:
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............................................................................ Disadvantages:
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............................................................................ 44 Secretary Advantages:
.......................................... ................... ...........
.......................................... ................... ...........
.......................................... ................... ........... Disadvantages:
.......................................... ................... ...........
.......................................... ................... ...........
.......................................... ............................... Tourist guide Advantages:
.......................................... ................... ...........
.......................................... ................... ...........
.......................................... ............................... Disadvantages:
.......................................... ................... ....................
.......................................... ................... ....................
.......................................... .............
Situation: You have just graduated from college with a degree on English. You want to apply for a
job in your local area. These are some jobs advertised on Employment Centre website: a language
teacher in a local secondary school, a tourist guide for a travel agency, and a secretary for a
foreign company. In your opinion, which is the best choice?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT Job satisfaction
In a recent survey, the employees on the left of the table below were found to be the happiest in
their work, while those on the right were the least contented FUN JOBS SAD LOT Medical secretaries Civil servants
Child carers (e.g. nursery nurses) Bank managers Police officers Laboratory technicians Farm workers Telephone operators Hairdressers, barbers Authors, writers, journalists Assembly line workers 45
1. Work with a partner and suggest any reasons why the workers on the left were happier in their
jobs than the workers on the right. Make a list of factors that might contribute to job satisfaction, e.g. pay, promotion,
2. Considering the factors you have listed, what level of job satisfaction do you think the
following workers would have: high (H), medium (M) or low (L), and why? Study the Essential Language box before you begin gardeners waiters school teachers airline pilots ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE Depend (on/if)
It depends on + noun e.g. It depends on the kind of school
It depends if + clause e.g. It the pupils are well-behaved depends if It depends + ‘wh’ word e.g. It the teacher is depends who
PRACTICE: Now work with your partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: You have to consider a lot of factors when choosing a job Working environment Interest Factors to consider when choosing a job Pay Your own ideas
LANGUAGE EXPRESSIONS FOR FLUENCY-BASED STRATEGY Starting your points
- So, to start with, I’ll talk about......
- I’d like to start by talking about......
- I suppose the first thing/ factor to consider is.............. Adding another point
- The second factor I want to look at.....
- Another point worth considering is......
- In addition, ................... Giving explanation:
- I would like to explain that.... 46
- You really have to understand that......
- I suppose I should emphasise that...... FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with the partner to discuss these questions
1. What personal qualities does a person need to be a good boss?
2. Would you prefer to work for an organization or be self-employed? Why?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working from home, rather than going to an office? 47 UNIT 10 COMMUNICATION LEAD –IN VOCABULARY: Keeping in touch Look at the phrases with and their meanings. touch
Then complete sentences 1-3 with the correct form of the phrases
keep in touch: write to, phone, or visit someone regularly
lose touch: gradually stop writing to, telephoning, or visiting someone
get back in touch: communicate with someone again after not communicating with them for a while
1. I.......................with my colleagues since leaving my last job, but then we were never very close.
2. He still..................with Rose although they haven’t seen each other in years.
3. I asked John for Mel’s new number because I wanted............with her.
You can keep in touch with people: by phone, by letter, by text message, by email, via social
networking sites, like Facebook meet face- or you can
to-face. For example, you can: meet up for
coffee, go out together (e.g. to a club or the cinema or a restaurant), go around to each other’s houses
Work in pairs and discuss the following questions
- How do you keep in touch with people you know?
- Do you keep in touch with different people in different ways?
- Which do you prefer, meeting face-to-face or talking with each other via other means of communication?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
1. Work in pairs to answer these questions. Find out as much as you can about your
partner’s habits and preferences and be prepared to report back on them 48 1. How do you communicate with people most? A. letter B. email C. talking on mobile phone D. talking on fixed line E. texting
2. Where do you get information for a) your studying b) about the news A. the Internet B. reference books C. TV D. the radio
3. How do you prefer to spend your personal leisure time? A. at a computer B. reading C. watching TV
4. Which, if any, of the following could you NOT bear to be without, and why? • access to the Internet • email • mobile phone • satellite/cable TV
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION 1. TALKING ABOUT LANGUAGE
A. Complete sentences 1-4 with words a e – a. accents b. dialects c. dubbed d. loan words e. subtitled
1. British and American English are different ...............of English – there are some differences in vocabulary and grammar.
2. When they are shown in cinemas in my country, American films tends to be ........... I wish they
were....................instead because then I could improve my English while I watch.
3. French has a lot of.................. from English, for example week-end, jobs and jeans
4. My friends and I speak northern...........................
B. Complete the following definitions 1-6 with the words and phrases provided multilingual pick up get by (in) a bit rusty mother tongue
1. the language that you learn from your parents when you are a baby ........................
2. able to speak more than two languages very well ........................
3. able to speak the language easily and correctly ........................
4. speak a language well enough to communicate about basic things ........................
5. not as good at something as you used to be because you have not done it for a long time........................ 49
6. learn something without effort over a period of time. ........................
C. Complete the following definitions with the words langu and its collocations age a foreign language a second language a minority language a a global language a widely spoken language
1. a language that is spoken internationally ......................
2. a language that is spoken by a small proportion of people in a country ......................
3. a language that is not spoken as a native language in your country ......................
4. a language that is used by many people ......................
5. a language that you speak well but that is not your native language ...................... 2. PRACTICE:
Situation: One of your classmates is not quite good at
English and he/ she asks you how to improve
speaking skill. These are some recommendations:
participating in an English - speaking club, attending
a tutoring class or practicing with foreigners in the city
In your opinion, which is the best choice?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
1. Talking about globalisation
Read the text below and fill in the gaps with the correct form of the word in brackets 50
The 1(integrate).................of the world’s economies and cultures is (
2 common)...................known as globalisation.
Although there is nothing new about countries 3
(work)....................closely together, globalisation is now happening at a 4 (
)..........................pace. remarked This is 5
(large)....................due to
6(technology).........................advances. Television
channels such as BBC are available throughout the world,
and many clothing and food brands are 7
(recognise)..................to people of almost any nationality.
In addition, the Internet 8 (create) ..........................a
common 9 (globe).................culture, one of which is
predominantly English 10 (speaker).................
2. PRACTICE: Now work with your partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: Globalization has made the world become a small village Free trade between Worldly exposure of countries cultural values Globalization Easy travelling Your own ideas between countries FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE: GIVING YOURSELF TIME TO THINK
Sometimes you can discuss things beyond your personal experience, so you need some time
to think and these phrases can be useful
It is hard to say, but in my opinion,................
That’s a tough/ interesting question...............
It’s difficult to know for sure, but I think/ perhaps/ it’s possible......... 51 Language learning
1. Is it considered important in your country to learn foreign languages?
2. What, in your opinion, is the best way to learn a language?
3. Why are some people seemingly better at learning languages than others? English as a global language
1. How do people in your country feel about English being the world language?
2. Do you think the culture of English-speaking countries, as well as the English language, dominate the world?
3. Why do you think people feel it is important to continue speaking their local languages? 52 UNIT 11 ANIMALS LEAD –IN VOCABULARY:
Talking about pets and animals
1. One word does not fit in each group below. Which is it, and why? a. sheep, cow, dog, cat, wolf
b. veterinary surgeon, botanist, marine biologist, zoologist, zoo keeper
c. stable, nest, aquarium, cage, bowl
d. spider, bat, beetle, butterfly, ant
e. breeding, hunting, fishing, poaching, trapping
2. Work in groups and discuss the following questions a. Why do people keep pets?
b. What do people think of their pets?
c. What kind of lives do some pets lead?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
Now, work in pairs to discuss the questions below. Try to answer as fully as possible, giving
reasons. Before you begin, study the Essential Language box below
1. Are there any animals you particularly like? Why?
2. Are there any animals you can’t stand? Why? 3. Have you ever kept a pet?
4. Which animals are popular as pets in your country? 53 ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE Expressing personal reactions I find........(
) interesting/attractive/enjoyable, quite/very/really etc
annoying/unpleasant/noisy/dirty, etc (
) fascinating/ horrible/ disgusting, absolutely etc.
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
1. Talking about looking after pets
1. The following animals are the top five most popular pets in the UK. Which do you think is the
most popular of all in your country?
2. Which of the animals would be most suitable as a pet for the following people, and why?
a. an elderly person living alone
b. a single professional person living in a city apartment 2. PRACTICE: Situation:
Your six-year-old brother loves animals so much and
wants to keep a pet in your house. Your parents ask
you to choose the most suitable pet among the
following ones to bring him both joy and
responsibility: a parrot, a monkey and a golden fish.
In your opinion, which is the best choice? 54
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
1. Read the text quickly, ignoring the gaps, to find out why some people think Cute Knut
should not have been allowed to live
Everyone loves Knut. The three-month-old polar The zoo reports that little Knut is becoming a bit
bear, born in one of Berlin’s zoos, has become a of a handful as (10)..............get bigger-
star in the German capital and has won fans
suggesting that the bear is maybe not as human
(1)...................over the world. It’s impossible
(11)..........some people fear. “His keeper is
not to adore the little guy, right? Well, not quite. covered (12) .................bruises, which shows
Animal rights activists aren’t so in love
that Knut has discovered he is a bear” said the
(2)....................the polar bear baby. They are zoo’s management.
concerned that Knut, who is being raised by
human hand after his mother rejected him, is
(3)....................danger of losing touch with his
natural identity. Some people (4)...............like to see him dead.
“Raising a wild animal (5)..................hand is
against animal welfare laws”, animal rights
activist Frank Albrecht told the press. “The zoo
needs to kill the bear cub,” he added.
Unsurprisingly, this view has not been popular
(6).........................the general public.
ButWolfram Graf-Rudolf, director of the
Aachen Zoo, is (7)............the same opinion,
although he feels it is now (8).....................late
to put Knut out of his supposed misery. “The
mistake has been made. They should
(9)......................had the courage to kill him much earlier”.
Read the text again and complete gaps 1-12 with one word each 55
2. PRACTICE: Now work with your partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: It’s a good idea to keep animals in zoos Education Scientific research Keeping animals in zoos Entertainment Your own ideas FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with a partner to discuss these questions.
1. When did you last visit a zoo or wildlife park? Describe the visit
2. Do you enjoy visiting zoos or wildlife parks? Why/ Why not?
3. Should animals be allowed to perform in circuses? Why/ Why not?
4. Should scientists experiment on animals in order to develop new drugs? Why/ Why not?
ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE: SPECULATING Discussing moral issues I feel strongly about.... AGAINST FOR
I’m (totally) against....... I’m (all) in favour of........
I think it’s (cruel/immoral, etc) to....... I think ......is/are useful/educational, etc
There’s no justification for...... I don’t see a problem with........ 56 UNIT 12 HOME LEAD IN – VOCABULARY TALKING ABOUT CITIES
1. Write the names of the cities under the photos
1 ..................................
2……………………………
3 ..................................
4 ..................................
5 ..................................
6 ................................. 57
2. Which of the cities you would like to visit? Why? Use these ideas to help you
excellent shopping friendly people delicious food great activities
unusual buildings spectacular scenery lively festivals exciting nightlife
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW Talking about hometown
1. Work with your partner and talk about likes and dislikes of your hometowns and complete the table Name Likes Dislikes How changing? You
............................................ the hot weather
...............................................
............................................ ............................................... ...............................................
............................................ ............................................... ............................................... Your walking in mountains
............................................... ............................................... partner
............................................ ............................................... ...............................................
............................................ ............................................... ...............................................
2. Now, work in pairs to discuss the questions below. Try to answer as fully as possible, giving
reasons. Before you begin, study the Essential Language box below
4. Can you describe your hometown?
5. What do you like about the area where you live?
6. What things in your town or city do you not like? 7. How is the area changing? ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE ➢ Expressing likes
- I (really) like ......../I adore........./ admire.........
- I find.......(quite/very/really) interesting/attractive/enjoyable/ pleasant/ relaxing/
wonderful/ stunning/ terrific/ fascinating/amazing, ... ➢ Expressing dislikes
- I (really) dislike...../ I can’t bea........r/ I can’ ....... t stand
- I find.......(quite/very/really) annoying/unpleasant/noisy/dirty / horrible / disgusting ➢ Talking about changes
- In the past, people used to + V- inf... But now, people are + V-ing
- It is getting busier/ noisier/more modern. 58
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION Talking about places to live
1. Match these adjectives with their definitions 1. ancient
a. having an unaltered character, pure 2. cosmopolitan
b. welcoming to guests or strangers 3. bustling
c. very impressive, attractive 4. unspoilt d. modern, very up-to-date 5. stunning e. crowded and busy 6. contemporary f. with a very long history 7. hospitable
g. with a varied mix of cultures and languages
2. Read these descriptions and find out the cities that they mentioned
This is the largest city in the
This is the largest city in the This is one of the world’s U.S and is an architectural Central of Vietnam. This most vibrant cities, and is
marvel with plenty of historic coastal city is a harmonious also a gateway to the rest of monuments, magnificent combination of geographic Australia. It has unspoilt buildings and countless favor defined with various beaches and sparkling dazzling skyscrapers. cultural and architectural harbour PRACTICE
Situation: You are taking part in a survey into the most worth-living city in the world. Three
answers are provided: New York, Sydney, and Da Nang. In your opinion, which is the best choice?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
1. Which three of these are the most important to consider when choosing a place to live?
Which three are least important? Give reasons good infrastructure friendly inhabitants
modern and fast public transport exciting night life spectacular scenery
great employment opportunities good security cheap accommodation fresh and clean environment 59 2. PRACTICE:
Now work with your partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: The benefits of living in big cities Better education Better opportunities infrastructure Big cities Your own ideas Better medical care FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
1. What are some problems of living in big cities?
2. Do you think it is better for children to grow up in the city or the countryside?
3. Why do you think some people move to the countryside when they retire?
ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE: EXPRESSING OPINIONS ➢ Giving your opinions - I think that....
- Well, in my view/opinion, ... ➢ Giving reasons - This is (mainly) because... - This is why... - This could explain... - The main reason is.... ➢ Comparing and contrasting
- Meanwhile/ whereas/ while/ However...
- On the one hand.... On the other hand....
- In the past.... but nowadays.... 60 UNIT 13 CULTURE LEAD IN: – VOCABULARY Talking about festivals
1. Can you name the festivals in the photos below
1....................................
2....................................
3....................................
4....................................
5....................................
6...................................
2. Which is your favourite one among these festivals? Why? Can you name other festivals that you know? 61
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
1. Expressions connected with festivals.
Use the words provided in the box to complete the sentences rich tradition renews marks dates back ceremonial cultural heritage celebratory festive
a. It was a public holiday and everyone was in a ............................... mood.
b. Each year, the festival ............................... the national spirit of the people.
c. There was a ...............................mood in the village.
d. A .............................. procession is held through the streets of the city.
e. The 20th of May ........................... the anniversary when our King ascended to the throne.
f. There is a ........................... of music and dance in Sweden.
g. Jazz is part of the ...........................of the southern United States.
h. The tradition .......................... to the Middle Ages.
2. Now, work in pairs to discuss the questions below. Try to answer as fully as possible, giving reasons.
1. Do you enjoy festival? Why/ Why not?
2. Can you describe your favourite festival?
3. Are there different festivals held in different regions within your country?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
Talking about traditional festivals
1. What are the most common festivals in your country?
2. Work in pairs and put these phrases into the right columns to describe the festivals lion dances express filial piety exchange wishes enjoy traditional dishes enjoy the feast house decorations rice, salt and water offering red envelopes worship wandering spirits worship Moon Genie lantern processions family reunion Vietnam Lunar New Year Mid-Autumn Festival Vu Lan Festival
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.................................................. .................................................. ......... ......... ......... 62 2. PRACTICE
Situation: Some of your foreign friends would like to take part in a traditional festival to learn
about the culture of Vietnam. Your teacher has recommended three festivals: Tet holiday, Vu Lan
festival and Mid-Autumn festival. In your opinion, which is the best choice?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT
1. Work in groups and make a list of things TO DO and NOT TO DO in your culture for foreign visitors TO DO NOT TO DO
.....................................................................
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2. PRACTICE: Now work with your partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: Some problems of living in another culture Ways of behaving Language Culture Your own ideas Ways of dressing FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with a partner to discuss these questions.
1. What in your culture are you most proud about?
2. What may surprise foreigners in your culture?
3. “The more you know the culture, the better you can use the language”. Do y ou agree?
ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE: SPECULATING
- I guess/ I imagine.... I get the impression that...
- I’m not sure exactly but.... I’m pretty confident that...
- It appears/ seems that... I know for a fact that... 63 UNIT 14 ON THE MOVE LEAD IN – VOCABULARY Talking about holidays
1. Name the activities that people do on their holidays in the photos below
2. Can you add other activities that people can do on their holidays?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
1. Use the words provided in the box to fill in the passage view fun barbecue explore sandy suntans interesting memories self-catering remarkable
Most summers when I was a child, my family went to the same campsite in a family holiday resort,
an old fishing village called Puertoneuevo. It wasn’t a (1) ........................place. The beach, which
was really big and (2) ........................but the town itself wasn’t beautiful or (3) ........................, and
I don’t remember there being anything much there apart from a few hotels, restaurants and (4)
........................apartments. But I loved these holidays. On holiday, my sister and I were allowed to 64
do more or less whatever we liked. We had so much (5) ........................Whenever it was sunny, my
parents liked to lie on the beach working on their (6) ........................and my sister and I used to
make sandcastles, (7) ........................rock pools and play with other kids who were there. In the
evenings, we went back to the campsite, which had a wonderful (8) .......................out over the sea,
and usually had a big (9) ........................barbecue in front of the tent. I had very happy (10)
.......................of those holidays.
2. Now, work in pairs to discuss the questions below. Try to answer as fully as possible, giving
reasons. Before you begin, study the Essential Language box below
1. What do you like doing on your holiday?
2. What do you dislike doing on your holiday?
3. If you could choose a place for your holiday, where would you visit?
ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE: EXPRESSING LIKES AND DISLIKES ➢ Expressing likes - I (really) like - I am a (big) fan of
- I am keen on/ fanatical about/ into/ excited about .... - I adore/ admire...
- I find.......(quite/very/really) interesting/attractive/enjoyable/pleasant/relaxing/
wonderful/ stunning/terrific/amazing,... ➢ Expressing dislikes - I (really) dislike - I am not a (big) fan of
- I am not keen on/ fanatical about/ into/ excited about/....
- I can’t stand/ I can’t bear + Ving...
- I find.......(quite/very/really) annoying/unpleasant/noisy/dirty/horrible/ disgusting ... FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION
Talking about places for holidays
1. What places are popular with tourists in your country?
Work in pairs to choose a place shown in the photos belowand
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+ name two interesting features of the place 65
+ introduce two exciting activities for visitors in that place. 2. PRACTICE
Situation: You have just finished a long and tiring school year and want to spend a vacation
somewhere for relaxation and entertainment. Your parents recommend the following places: a
coastal city (Nha Trang), a town of natural beauty (Sapa), and a busy city (HCM city).In your
opinion, which is the best choice?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMEN T ORIENTATION
Work in group and make a list of the advantages and disadvantages of travelling Advantages Disadvantages
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PRACTICE: Now work with your partner. Take turns to talk about the following topic
Topic: Travelling abroad is very educational Learn interesting Improve foreign things from different languages countries Travelling abroad Make new friends Your own ideas and exchange values FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with a partner to discuss these questions.
1. What problems do people often have when travelling abroad?
2. Is it always good to visit different countries with different cultures?
3. What should we do to prepare for trips abroad? ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE
TALKING ABOUT ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES ➢ Talking about advantages
- The main advantage/ benefit of ... is...../ One main/major advantage of...is...
- The most important advantage of... is.../An additional/ further advantage of...is..
- It is often believed/ suggested that...
- One positive aspect of ... is (that)...
- ...is generally a good thing because....
➢ Talking about disadvantages
- The main disadvantage of ... is.../ One main/major disadvantage of...is...
- The most important drawback of... is... /An additional/ further disadvantage of...is..
- One negative aspect of ... is (that)...
- ...is not a good idea because....
- As for the disadvantages,... 67 UNIT 15 ADVERTISING AND BUYING LEAD –IN VOCABULARY Talking about advertising
1. Match the words below with the right photos about different types of advertising TV commercial flyers newspaper ads
billboards direct mail magazine ads
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FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 1: INTERVIEW
1. Expressions connected with advertising. Use the words provided in the box to complete the sentences annoying drawn peak entertaining intrusive costly catchy glossy
a. I think I prefer TV commercials because they are really good fun to watch and often have a
...............................tune or song to go with them.
b. When I was enjoying my favorite series on TV, the phone rang. It was another cold call. I find
them really ...............................
c. I think TV commercials are a great way to advertise because they are so ..............................
d. I guess advertisements on TV must be very .............................. to put on, particularly at
..............................viewing time.
e. Whenever I flick through a newspaper, I’m constantly........................... towards their beautiful,
..............................ads.
f. I find telesales quite ........................... because they call your home to sell you something. I think
it’s an invasion of privacy.
2. Now, work in pairs to discuss the questions below. Try to answer as fully as possible, giving reasons.
1. Do you enjoy watching or reading advertisements on TV or in newspapers? Why (not)?
2. Do you buy products because of advertising?
3. What makes you interested in an advertisement? FOCUS ON SPEAKINGPART 2: SOLUTION DISCUSSION Talking about buying
1. How often do you go shopping? Where do you often go shopping?
2. Work in pair and match these phrases with their definitions 69 1. shop around
a. be disorganized and confused 2. shop until you drop
b. buy many things (often without thinking too much about the 3. go window shopping cost) 4. go on a shopping spree c. look for the best price 5. be all over the shop
d. go shopping until you are so tired that you can’ t carry on 6. shop impulsively
e. look around the shops but buy nothing
f. buy things without making any plans PRACTICE
Situation: A friend of yours is asking you a good way to save money while going shopping. Here
are some ideas to consider: buying discounted products, going window-shopping, doing online
shopping. In your opinion, which is the best way?
FOCUS ON SPEAKING PART 3: TOPIC DEVELOPMENT ORIENTATION
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Topic: Advertising is necessary in our life Provide information Help people make better choices Advertising Increase competition Your own ideas 70 FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Also in part 3 of the Speaking Module, you will have a discussion with the examiner about more
abstract issues which are linked to the topic mentioned. Now, work with a partner to discuss these questions.
1. Do you think advertisements should be banned on TV?
2. Do you think advertising is an art?
3. What advertisements are popular at the moment in your country?
ESSENTIAL LANGUAGE: EXPRESSING AGREEMENT AND DISAGREEMENT ➢ Expressing agreement
I totally/ completely agree with..../ that... I share the same view that...
I have no objection towards....
I hold the same opinion that..... I’m convinced that.... ➢ Expressing disagreement
I totally/ completely disagree with..../ that.... I take a different view.
I don’t share the view that....
I don’t think that’s true/ right... I don’t accept that.... I’m not convinced that.... 71 PRACTICE TEST 1
Part 1: Social Interaction (3minutes) Let’s talk about cooking -
Who does the cooking in your family? -
Would you like to learn how to cook? -
Do you watch cooking programs on TV?
Part 2: Solution Discussion (4 minutes)
Situation: Your mother thinks that she is overweight and would like to lose 5 kilos. She is
considering going jogging, going to the gym or going on a diet. What do you think is the best way for her to lose way?
Part 3: Topic Development (5 minutes) Students should wear uniforms Teach students to Cost less dress smartly uniforms Reduce distraction Your own ideas Follow-up questions
1. What are the disadvantages of wearing uniforms?
2. What do you think about school discipline these days?
3. What skills do you think students should learn at school? 72 PRACTICE TEST 2
Part 1: Social Interaction (3minutes)
Let’s talk about your free time activities -
How do you usually spend your weekends? -
What do you most enjoy doing with your family when you have free time? - Do you play any sport? -
How much time do you spend watching TV? -
When do you usually listen to music? -
Has the kind of music you like changed over the years? -
What free time activities are popular with young people in your country?
Part 2: Solution Discussion (4 minutes)
Situation: A friend is coming to visit you for the weekend. Your friend has two young children and
you would like to take the whole family out for the afternoon. There are three suggested places: an
amusement park, a museum, a zoo. Which would be the best place to take your friend’ s family to?
Part 3: Topic Development (5 minutes)
The benefits of playing sports Keeping fit Reducing stress The benefits of playing sports Developing team Your own ideas spirit Follow-up questions
1. What do you do every day to stay healthy?
2. Do you think most people consider exercise a chore or do they find it fun?
3. How can we encourage young people to stay healthy?
4. Do you think people in your country are less healthy than they used to be? 73 PRACTICE TEST 3
Part 1: Social Interaction (3minutes)
Let’s talk about your daily routine
- How do you often start an ordinary day?
- Are there any habits that you want to give up?
- Is it good or bad to follow a routine?
Let’s talk about transportation
- What’s the best way to travel around your town/ city?
- Is public transport popular in your country?
- If you travelled far away from your town/ city, which means of transport would you choose? Why?
Part 2: Solution Discussion (4 minutes)
Situation: You take a group of teenagers to the cinema to relax after a long and hard semester at
school. These are some films shown in the Cinema Centre in your town/city: a comedy, a cartoon
and an adventure. In your opinion, which is the best choice?
Part 3: Topic Development (5 minutes)
Topic: Reading is a useful leisure activity for children Widen knowledge Develop creativity Reading Cut down time for Your own ideas watching TV Follow-up questions
- Should children be free to choose what to read?
- How can parents encourage children’s reading habits?
- What kinds of books do children in your country prefer to read? 74