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ANSWER KEY CHAPTER 1 Activity 1, page 9 Activity 5, page 12
1. F – Boston, USA, has many colleges
Answers will vary depending on the student and universities. (Fact) responses. Sample answers:
2. P – After you finish your paragraph, 1. Yes, I do. you should edit it. (Process)
2. No, I usually study in the morning.
3. F – Water freezes at 0°C. (Fact) 3. Yes, she plays volleyball.
4. P – It is possible to build a camera with 4. Yes, we do.
materials from your home. (Process) 5. Yes, he does.
5. H – My mother often wears a beautiful 6. No, I don’t. pair of earrings. (Habit)
6. F – One year on Neptune lasts about Activity 6, page 12 165 Earth years. (Fact)
7. H – Every weekday, Samantha drives to Sample Answers: her English class. (Habit) 1. I get up at 6:30 a.m.
8. P – Next, add milk and sugar to the
2. I usually visit my grandparents or go coffee. (Process) shopping.
9. H – Arthur always eats popcorn when
3. I take the bus to university. he watches a movie. (Habit)
4. I study English and computer
10. F – My laptop computer has a beautiful science. blue cover. (Fact)
5. I read books or help my brother with Activity 2, page 10 homework. 1 | P a g e Affirmative Negative Yes/No Activity 7, page 13
Subject Sentence Sentence Question Sample Paragraph (4–5 sentences): I don’t I I work.
Do I work? Every day, I get up at 6 a.m. First, I take a work.
shower and have breakfast. Then, I go to You don’t Do you You You work.
school by bike. After that, I attend classes work. work?
and study. Finally, I go home and relax in He doesn’t Does he the evening. He He teaches. teach. teach?
Challenge Paragraph (8–10 sentences): She Does she
I usually wake up at 6 a.m. I take a shower She She cooks. doesn’t cook?
and eat a healthy breakfast. Then, I take the cook.
bus to school. At school, I study different It doesn’t Does it It It rains.
subjects like math and English. I enjoy rain. rain?
learning new things, especially in English We don’t Do we eat We eat lunch
class. After school, I go home and have We eat lunch at lunch at at noon.
lunch with my family. I often feel tired in noon. noon?
the afternoon, so I take a short nap. In the Do they They play They don’t
evening, I do my homework and help my They play tennis. play tennis.
younger sister. Sometimes, I watch TV or tennis?
read a book. Finally, I go to bed around 10 p.m. Activity 3, pages 10, 11 Activity 8, page 14 Task 1 – Word Order
Task 1 – Sentence Corrections
1. I always have breakfast at 7 a.m.
2. She rarely watches TV at night. 1. I am always late for work.
3. They don’t work on Sundays.
2. She usually goes to the gym in the 4. How do you get to school? morning.
5. We usually do homework after school.
3. They sometimes play football at school. 2 | P a g e
6. My father never drinks coffee.
4. My brother is tired every day after work. Task 2 – Correct Verb Forms
5. We don’t often watch movies on 1. goes weekdays. 2. don’t watch 6. Anna always goes to the 3. study supermarket on Fridays. 4. have
7. I clean my room every weekend. 5. do
8. He never eats lunch before 2 p.m. 6. teaches
Task 2 – Paragraph Correction Activity 4, page 11 Corrected Paragraph:
Answers may vary slightly; here are examples: Tom is never on time. He usually drinks
coffee at home. On weekends, he always
1. He usually plays football on Sundays.
goes jogging in the park. He doesn’t like to
2. They always eat breakfast at 8 a.m.
skip his routine. Sometimes, he forgets his
3. I often drink coffee in the morning.
water bottle. He takes the bus every
4. My friends are sometimes late for class. morning at 7:30.
5. We frequently go shopping on weekends.
6. She rarely watches TV at night. 3 | P a g e CHAPTER 2 Activity 1, page 19 Activity 6, pages 22, 23 ✏ Scenario 1 – Anna 1. need to 2. have to 1. Short-term goal 3. has to
2. Join a speaking group, practice with a 4. need to partner, use speaking apps 5. have to
3. Join a study group, set rewards, track progress Activity 2, pages 19, 20
4. Lack of support, low self-esteem, Task 1: procrastination
 First, I decided to become more confident
5. First, she should schedule daily in public speaking. speaking practice.
 Then, I watched TED Talks and took
notes on presentation techniques. ✏ Scenario 2 – Minh
 After that, I practiced speaking in front of a mirror and recorded myself. 1. Improve GPA
 Then, I joined a public speaking club at 2. Short-term (this semester) school.
3. Fatigue, work, distractions from social
 As a result, I became more confident and media
improved my presentation skills.
4. Limit screen time, use a planner, study during breaks Task 2:
5. Then, he should create a weekly
 First, I saved a part of my monthly schedule. allowance.
He has to avoid distractions and
 Then, I talked to my parents for advice. prioritize study time.
 After that, I searched online for a model that suits my needs. Activity 7, page 23
 Then, I compared prices at different
Answers may vary slightly;. Ensure: shops. ✅ clear goal 4 | P a g e
 Finally, I bought the motorbike and
✅ 3 goal-related words (e.g., motivation, registered it. action plan, short-term goal) Activity 3, page 20
✅ 3 sequencing words (e.g., First, Then,
After that, Finally, As a result) 6. long-term goal ✅ logical flow) 7. goal 8. action plan
Sample Answer 1: Improving My 9. short-term goal Speaking Skills 10. improve 11. motivation
My learning goal is to become more confident in public speaking.
First, I will create an action plan to practice speaking English every day. Activity 4, page 21
Then, I will join a speaking club to improve
(Sample answers – students may write their
my fluency and reduce my fear. own)
After that, I plan to watch TED Talks to
learn presentation techniques and build 12.
My learning goal is to improve my motivation. listening skills in English.
Finally, I will ask my teacher for feedback 13.
It is important because I want to after every presentation.
understand native speakers better.
As a result, I believe this short-term goal 14.
I will listen to podcasts, take notes,
will help me speak more clearly and and review vocabulary daily.
confidently in front of others. 15.
I might struggle with unfamiliar accents or fast speech.
Sample Answer 2: Getting a University 16.
I will understand conversations and Scholarship
perform better in listening exams.
My goal is to get a scholarship for university Activity 5, page 21 next year.
First, I need to improve my grades and focus on academic subjects. 5 | P a g e
Task A – Match the vocabulary
Then, I will prepare an action plan for study
time and ask my teachers for help. 1. C – Set a goal
After that, I will research the scholarship 2. D – Take action
requirements and work hard to meet them. 3. B – Motivation
To keep my motivation, I will remind myself 4. A – Action plan of my dream to study abroad.
As a result, this short-term goal will help
Task B – Complete the sentences
me reach my long-term success. 1. set a goal 2. motivation Activity 8, pages 23, 24 3. action plan
Self-checklist: ticked by students after 4. motivation writing.
Peer review: based on group observations. Activity 9, page 24
Answers may vary slightly- should include: ✔ Clear goal
✔ Timeline with sequencing words ✔ Modal verb sentences
✔ 3+ goal-related vocabulary
✔ Presentation with clear explanation 6 | P a g e CHAPTER 3 Activity 1, pages 30, 31 Activity 7, page 41 Brainstorming Topic Sentence with 1. Correct answer: Topic Controlling Idea
c. to tell why a manual transmission is better I will never forget my
than an automatic transmission 1. vacation summer vacation. (already provided)
2. Topic sentence (underline this in the Mathematics is essential in paragraph): everyday life because we use 2. mathematics it to solve real-world
There are many benefits to driving a car with problems. a manual transmission. My best friend is someone
3. Three sentences that introduce the three 3. a best friend who always supports me no matter what. benefits (underline): The meal I had at the
 First of all, a car with a manual riverside seafood restaurant 4. a meal you ate
transmission uses less gas than a car with was one of the most at a restaurant an automatic transmission. unforgettable dining
 In addition to better gas mileage, a experiences of my life.
manual transmission allows the driver to Basketball is an exciting
start a car that has a low battery. 5. a (specific) team sport that teaches
 Finally, people with manual transmissions sport cooperation and quick
say that they have much more control of thinking. their cars. Activity 8, pages 42, 43
4. Purpose of the sentence that comes
Paragraph 1 – Fresh Market Restaurant
immediately after each of the three
❌ “This paragraph will not include any underlined sentences:
information about the beverages at this
These sentences explain, describe, or give restaurant.”
examples that support and expand each 7 | P a g e
benefit introduced in the underlined
This sentence breaks the flow of describing sentences. main dishes and evaluations. 5. Meaning and purpose of the
Paragraph 2 – Counting the Continents expressions:
❌ “Panama is the southern end of North a. first of all
America, but it used to be part of
Colombia, which is in South America.”
➤ Means: the first point or reason
This sentence is too specific and
➤ Purpose: Introduces the first supporting
historical—it does not directly support the idea clearly.
main idea about how different cultures count continents differently. b. in addition to
Paragraph 3 – Traveling between Rome
➤ Means: adding another benefit or reason and Paris
➤ Purpose: Introduces the second
supporting idea and signals continuation.
❌ “In fact, Rome and Paris are visited
each year by millions of students from all c. finally over.”
➤ Means: the last point or reason
This sentence is off-topic—the focus is on
transportation options, not tourism volume.
➤ Purpose: Introduces the final supporting
idea and signals conclusion of the list. Activity 9, pages 43- 46 Activity 2, pages 31, 32, 33
Example Paragraph 2: Underwater Adventure 1. General Topic: winter
✔ The best season for kids is winter.
1. good supporting sentence – It directly 2. General Topic: soccer
supports the topic sentence by describing
✔ Soccer is popular for many reasons.
the unique experience of floating and watching fish. 8 | P a g e 3. General Topic: Los Angeles
2. good supporting sentence – It provides
✔ People from many different cultures live
examples of animals seen while in Los Angeles.
snorkeling, supporting the main idea. 4. General Topic: dictionaries
3. unrelated sentence – While interesting,
✔ Many language students prefer bilingual
the personal story about seeing a shark
dictionaries to monolingual dictionaries.
does not support the paragraph’s overall 5.
General Topic: French perfumes
descriptive tone of snorkeling being ✔ beautiful and magical.
French perfumes are expensive for a number of reasons.
Example Paragraph 3: Sweet Dreams 6. General Topic: An American Education (novel)
1. good supporting sentence – It gives a
✔ An American Education is an excellent
specific, effective technique to help people relax before sleep. historical novel.
2. good supporting sentence – It provides Activity 3, pages 33, 34
another useful method for falling asleep,
which supports the topic sentence.
Underline the controlling idea and provide 3. unrelated sentence – The sentence shifts explanation:
to discussing study habits instead of sleep, 1.
Topic Sentence: The SAT Reasoning
which is unrelated to the topic.
Test™ contains three distinct sections that Activity 10, pages 46-48
deal with three important skills.
Explanation: I expect to read about what
Task A: 2. but 3. so 4. but 5. so 6. but
the three sections are and which important Task B: skills they assess. 2.
Topic Sentence: The shocking crash 1. As a result
of a 747 jumbo jet off the coast of New York 2. Furthermore baffled investigators. 3. However
Explanation: The paragraph will likely 4. On the contrary
explain why the crash was confusing or 5. After all difficult to investigate. 9 | P a g e 3.
Topic Sentence: Crossword puzzles 6. for example
are not only educational and fun but also Task C: addictive.
Explanation: I expect examples and reasons
1. As you said, you don’t know if you’ll
showing how crosswords are educational, have time to see Nick. fun, and addictive.
2. By the way, what time is it? 4.
Topic Sentence: Recent research has
3. Anyway, they don’t have one in my
confirmed that eating dark green, leafy size.
vegetables may reduce the risk of some
4. For example, Sarah got one last week. types of cancer.
5. On the contrary, I actually enjoyed the
Explanation: The paragraph will likely film.
provide research findings or explanations
about how vegetables reduce cancer risk. Activity 11, page 48 5.
Topic Sentence: Although buying a
(Sample answers – students may write their
house may seem appealing, renting an own)
apartment has many advantages.
Explanation: The paragraph will explain the  Advertisements use emotional
benefits of renting over buying a house.
appeal, like happiness or fear, to influence
buyers. Example: A detergent ad showing a Activity 4, pages 34, 35
happy family. Result: Viewers associate the
1. ✔ Research has shown that girls are product with happiness.
better at languages than boys. 
Social media influencers promote
Controlling idea: are better at
products that followers trust. Example: A languages than boys
beauty vlogger using a certain foundation.
Result: Fans buy the same brand.
2. ✔ Cats are better pets than goldfish for 
Billboards or catchy jingles make many reasons.
products memorable. Example: A popular
Controlling idea: are better pets than
jingle on TV. Result: People remember and goldfish for many reasons
choose that brand while shopping. 10 | P a g e
3. ✔ Yesterday was the worst day of my Activity 12, pages 48, 49 life.
(Sample answers – students may write their
Controlling idea: was the worst day of own) my life
4. ✔ Paul Cézanne’s art was not
Advertisements influence consumer behavior
recognized until the end of his career,
by using emotional triggers, trusted figures,
but he is often called the father of
and memorable content to affect purchasing modern art. decisions.
Controlling idea: was not recognized… Activity 13, page 48
but he is often called the father of modern art
(Sample answers – students may write their
5. ✔ The current population of Canada is own)
a reflection of the international
Advertisements influence the way people
background of its citizens and
shop by appealing to emotions, using familiar immigrants.
faces, and staying in our memories. For
Controlling idea: is a reflection of the
example, some ads show a joyful family to international background
create positive feelings, which viewers then Activity 5, pages 36-40
associate with the product. Others use famous (Suggested Topic Sentence)
influencers that people trust to recommend
goods, like a beauty blogger using a specific Paragraph 1:
brand. In addition, catchy songs or clever
Reptiles and dinosaurs may appear
slogans help people remember certain
similar, but they have several important
products. These strategies work together to differences.
affect what people choose to buy. —or—
There are three key differences between Activity 14, page 49 reptiles and dinosaurs.
(Sample answers – students may write their own) 11 | P a g e Paragraph 2:
Advertisements influence how we shop.
People play musical instruments for a
First, they use emotions, like happiness or
variety of personal, cultural, and intellectual
fear, to make products more appealing. For reasons.
example, a commercial might show a happy
family using a cleaning product, making Paragraph 3:
viewers feel positive about it. Second, many
Exercise offers many benefits for both
companies pay influencers to promote their the body and the mind.
products. As a result, fans are more likely to —or—
buy those products. Finally, jingles and
There are several important reasons why catchy slogans help people remember brands.
regular exercise is good for your health.
Therefore, advertisements play a strong role in consumer decisions. Paragraph 4:
Popcorn is a popular snack because it is Activity 15, page 50
convenient, healthy, and tasty.
(Sample answers – students may write their Paragraph 5: own)
One effective method for learning new
Advertisements influence how people buy
vocabulary is through sound and image
products. They use emotional appeals, like association.
joy or fear, to catch people’s attention. Social —or—
media influencers also help by promoting
Some language learners use word and
products to their fans. In addition, jingles and
image connections to memorize new
slogans make products easier to remember. vocabulary more easily.
These techniques make advertising a
powerful tool in shaping shopping habits. Activity 6, pages 40, 41 Supporting Sentence Answer
a. These foods help build muscles and 2 increase energy. (fact) 12 | P a g e
b. They are preferred by the general Activity 16, pages 50, 51
public because they help with weight 1
✅ Checklist (Suggested Model Response for reduction. (reason) Peer Review)
c. Low-fat diets are recommended by 1 most physicians. (fact) Peer review (example):
d. Many athletes eat high-protein
 One thing I liked: The paragraph had
foods, such as meat, beans, and nuts. 2
clear examples that supported the (example) main idea.
e. Low-fat foods include fruits, 1
 One suggestion for improvement:
vegetables, and pasta. (example)
Try to vary your sentence structure a
f. Because they are easy to find in
bit more to make the writing more
stores, low-fat foods are convenient. 1 engaging. (reason)
g. Athletes generally eat high-protein
diets to give them more energy. 2 (reason)
h. Crispy steamed vegetables and
grilled fish and chicken are all tasty 1
parts of a low-fat, heart-friendly diet. (description) 13 | P a g e CHAPTER 4 – PAGE 52 Activity 1, pages 57, 58 Activity 4, pages 60-62
Example Paragraph 1: The Benefits of a
Task 1: Rewrite Advice Using Modals Healthy Lifestyle
1. People should walk or bike instead of
The rising rates of obesity among both adults driving short distances.
and children have made healthy eating and
2. Students should use study plans before
regular exercise common topics in the media. exams.
Example Paragraph 2: The Impact of
3. The government should improve Technology on Teen Health recycling systems.
Because teenagers spend many hours on
4. Teenagers can join after-school clubs.
digital devices, they are less physically
5. People should eat more vegetables.
active, leading to growing concerns about
Task 2: Match Problems and Solutions their health and well-being.
Using Modals Matching: 1 → e
Example Paragraph 3: Understanding the 2 → b Effects of Climate Change 3 → c
Rising global temperatures have caused 4 → d
extreme weather events, making climate 5 → a
change a serious issue for scientists and Rewritten with Modals: world leaders.
1. Teens should set screen time limits to Activity 2, pages 58, 59 avoid addiction. Example Paragraph 1
2. People should use timers on lights to save electricity. 1. For example
3. Students can take breaks when 2. In addition studying to reduce pressure. 3. therefore
4. Families should cook healthy meals at 4. Therefore
home instead of eating fast food. 5. For 14 | P a g e 6. In conclusion
5. People should exercise daily to stay active. Example Paragraph 2 Activity 5, pages 62-65 1. For example 2. Another
(Sample answers – students may write their 3. In addition own) 4. for example
There is a growing concern about teenagers 5. As a result
spending too much time on their phones and 6. In conclusion
computers. This has caused several Activity 3, pages 59, 60
complications, including reduced physical
activity and poor sleep quality. As a result, Example Paragraph 1
many teens experience health and social 1. for
problems. One solution is to set screen time 2. At
limits at home. Schools should also 3. on
encourage outdoor activities and sports. 4. of
Governments can take action by promoting 5. in
public awareness campaigns about the effects 6. in
of excessive screen time. In addition, parents
can lead by example by limiting their own Example Paragraph 2
device use. Therefore, reducing screen
addiction requires a combined effort from 1. on
families, schools, and communities. 2. for 3. In Activity 5, pages 66, 67 4. in 5. for
Model Peer Review Feedback Example: 6. for
✅ One thing I liked: The paragraph had Example Paragraph 3
clear examples and realistic solutions.
One suggestion for improvement: Add 1. by 15 | P a g e 2. On
more transition words to improve flow. 3. in
✅ Did your partner use any modals for 4. With giving suggestions? Yes 5. under
Example sentence: "Parents should set clear 6. In
rules about device use at home."
Is the modal used correctly? Yes 16 | P a g e CHAPTER 5 – PAGE 68 Activity 1, page 72 Activity 6, pages 77-79 1. popular
(Sample answers – students may write their 2. because own) 3. famous
These days, many people enjoy posting meal 4. Since
photos on social media platforms like 5. employ
Instagram and Facebook. One reason is because 6. swift
they want to display their cooking skills and 7. Since
creativity. For example, some users spend hours 8. detrimental
uploading culinary images that show off Activity 2, page 73
beautifully arranged dishes. Another reason is
that people want to influence others or promote 1. well-liked
businesses. For instance, food bloggers often
2. people like funny clips → because share dining snapshots to attract customers to people like funny clips
restaurants. As a result, these posts can help
3. Utilizing the platform is fun and
small businesses grow. However, constantly easy for teens.
displaying gourmet shots may also make
4. Because/Since of the algorithm →
viewers feel dissatisfied with their own meals.
Because the algorithm promotes
Therefore, while posting food photography posts
can be fun and beneficial, it should be done in 5. detrimental moderation.
6. employ lenses to make pictures fun Word count: 94 7. is advantageous for small
Cause–Effect Connectors Used: because, for businesses.
example, for instance, as a result, however,
8. is famous for short video creation. therefore
Synonyms Used: posting meal photos,
uploading culinary images, share dining 17 | P a g e Activity 3, pages 73, 74
snapshots, displaying gourmet shots, posting food photography
1. Instagram added reels since reels attract more users. Activity 7, page 80
2. TikTok became famous because it
(Sample answers – students may write their
offers creative tools for video making. own)
3. People post pictures of food online mainly because they enjoy it. Activity 8, pages 81-82
4. Social media apps are very popular due to being free to use.
Nowadays, many people enjoy sharing photos
of their meals on social media platforms like
5. People watch short videos since
Instagram and Facebook. For some, this they are fun and quick.
practice is a creative outlet and a way to capture
happy memories with friends and family.
6. The challenge went viral quickly
However, others view it as unnecessary or even because it was funny.
harmful. Research shows that repeatedly
viewing images of luxurious meals online can
7. Users share interesting stories as a
lead to dissatisfaction and negative feelings,
result of wanting likes and comments.
especially among those who cannot afford
similar experiences. Additionally, taking food
8. Influencers employ social media
photos can interrupt the dining experience, as
effectively and are now renowned.
people may spend more time arranging and
photographing their meals than actually
enjoying them. Some even allow their food to Activity 4, pages 74, 75
get cold while seeking the perfect shot. Privacy
is another concern, especially when pictures 1. B
include strangers in restaurants or events
without their permission. In conclusion, while 2. B
food photography can be enjoyable and 3. C
expressive, it is important to consider its impact
on social interactions and emotional well-being. 4. C 5. C Activity 9, pages 82-83 6. B 1.
Posting food pictures online allows 7. C
people to share experiences and connect with 8. B others. 9. B 18 | P a g e Activity 5, page 76 2.
The trend of food photography has
become popular due to the influence of social
1. People follow trends because they media. find them entertaining and 3.
Some people criticize the trend for being engaging.
vain, while others appreciate its artistic value.
2. Social media apps are free; as a 4.
Sharing images of food can inspire
result, many people use them daily. creativity in cooking and presentation.
3. The influencer posted a recipe, and 5.
Excessive posting of food photos may be
it became popular because it was
seen as superficial, but it also serves as a form simple and delicious. of self-expression.
4. Many students use TikTok since it
is easy to create and share content. Original Correction Explanation Error
5. Instagram added reels in order to “peoples has” people have "People" is
compete with TikTok’s short video already plural; subject-verb feature. agreement
6. People like to document their required “have” “post food posting food Use the gerund
meals, so they post food pictures pictures” pictures "posting" after “interested in” online. “youngs”
young people “Young” is an
7. There are countless challenges adjective; can’t be pluralized.
online, which is why content goes Use “young people” or viral quickly. “youths”
8. Social media affects sleep because “claims” claim Subject-verb agreement:
teens use their phones late at night. “individuals” is
9. Many restaurants post food pictures plural, so verb must be “claim”
online to attract more customers. “creativeness” creativity “Creativity” is the correct
10. People join online food challenges abstract noun;
because they wish to be part of a “creativeness” is uncommon trend. and awkward “too much too many “Pictures” is delicious food pictures of countable → pictures”
delicious food use “many,” and the word order must 19 | P a g e follow English grammar rules “a person a person Singular subject spend” spends “person” requires “spends” “reduces from takes away Idiomatic the real from the real correction: experience” experience “takes away from” is the correct expression “these these Plural
disadvantage” disadvantages agreement error; “disadvantages” is the plural form “done done “In considerately
considerately moderation” is and not and in a clearer and excessively” moderation more natural academic expression 20 | P a g e