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UNIT 11
LESSON 1

Grammar – Zero and first conditional (1)

(You'll find a job easily if you speak good English.)

(If you want to be successful in business, you have to work hard.)
(I always feel stressed when I miss a deadline.)
(If you have plenty of friends, you'll have a happy life.)
(If I spend too much time in front of a computer, my eyes hurt.)
(When I get my first month's salary, I'll take my parents out for dinner.)

Grammar – Zero and first conditional (2)

If you (are) under 50, you're likely to know how to use a laptop and a mobile phone.
If you do a job you love, you (will) always be happy.
If you (want) to be successful, you should set goals and then work to achieve them.
Unless you (are) very lucky, it usually takes years to build a successful business.
When I see all my friends getting amazing jobs, I (feel) inadequate.
If you (want) to be a doctor, you'll need to study for many years.

Grammar – Zero and first conditional (3)

If you (start) a business in your thirties rather than your twenties, you will have more
experience.
I (won't get) a part-time job unless it's at weekends.
I often feel annoyed with myself because I ('m) too shy to give my opinion in meetings.
When I am absorbed in my work, I (feel) really happy.
If Jonas (is) hard-working and reliable, he'll be successful in any job.
When I'm determined, I never (give up) until I've achieved my goal.

Vocabulary – Success (1)

achieve (an opportunity)

have (an obstacle)
gain (a challenge)

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overcome (money)
lose (a goal)

Vocabulary – Success (2)

I'm really annoyed that I missed (an) (opportunity) to go on a trip to Paris.

The dictator seized (power) after a military coup.
Doing yoga regularly is a great way to (overcome) stress.
Dan (earns) money by buying old houses, renovating them, then selling them.
Do you think it is possible to (achieve) true happiness?

Vocabulary – Success (3)

Boss: So, Ewan, how do you think your performance has been this year?

Ewan: Well, quite good, I think. I've (faced a few challenges), of course, but I feel as
though I've

(overcome any obstacles) that were in my path.

Boss: I would agree with that. I think you (have a lot of determination), and that
helps you to

(achieve your goals). You're a very important member of the team.

Ewan: Thank you. That's very kind of you to say.

Boss: Well, I don't say it to everyone. But you've performed exceptionally this year
and that's why you'll

be (receiving a bonus) of an extra month's salary at the end of the year.

Ewan: Oh wow, thank you so much. That's really generous.

Boss: You've earned it.

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LESSON 2

Reading – You're never too old to have a new adventure (1)

If Mohr Keet hadn't seen a TV programme about bungee jumping, he wouldn't have
tried it. (NO INFORMATION)
Mohr Keet was an experienced bungee jumper. (FALSE)
Mohr Keet's bungee jump was more than 210 metres. (TRUE)
Gladys Burrill thought about her family as she was running the marathon. (NO
INFORMATION)
Tamae Watanabe no longer works. (TRUE)
Tamae Watanabe concentrated on beating another climber to help her reach the top of
the mountain. (TRUE)

Reading – You're never too old to have a new adventure (2)

The writer suggests that many old people are not content to lead a quiet life, sitting at
home in their (armchairs).
A deep empty hole in the ground is a/an (abyss).
The writer suggests that a bungee jump is a (terrifying) thing to do for people of any
age.
The nickname given to Gladys suggests that she is mentally and physically (tough).
Tamae Watanabe was not (beaten) to the top of Everest by a 72-year-old rival.
The (ascent) of Mount Everest is a huge challenge for someone of any age.

Grammar – Second conditional (1)

Richard: Did you apply for that job at the zoo, Terri?

Terri: No. I (would apply) (apply) for it if I thought I might be successful, but I
don't think I would be.

Richard: If I (were) (be) you, I would apply for it. It's perfect for you! What have you
got to lose?

Terri: Hmm, I'm not sure. If I had more experience, I (might apply) (apply).

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Richard: OK, so you don't have much experience. But you're enthusiastic and you've
got qualifications.

Terri: I don't know. I'd love that job. But maybe I'm too young. If I (had) (have)
more experience,

they might consider me.

Richard: If you only (applied) (apply) for jobs that are perfect, you would never apply
for anything! What's

the worst that can happen? They'll say no. All you've wasted is a bit of time.

Terri: I suppose you're right. Maybe I will apply.

Richard: Go for it!

Grammar – Second conditional (2)

We could set up a centre for street kids if we (raised) enough money.

Jens (could) be the top student in his class if he studied harder.
If I (had) a lot of money, I would travel around the world.
If I was able to speak French, I (would like) to live in Paris.
We could see Ahmed and Sofia more often if they (lived) nearer to us.
If I could have my dream job, I (would work) for an animal charity.

Grammar – Third conditional (1)

If we had saved more money, (we could have gone to Africa on holiday.)
We could have helped more children (if we had raised more money.)
If that boy hadn't been an orphan, (he wouldn't have become a thief.)
You would have been seriously injured (if you hadn't been wearing a helmet.)
If I had known you were coming, (I would have met you at the station.)
If they had listened to me, . (this accident wouldn't have happened.)

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Grammar – Third conditional (2)

Amy: I'm so angry, I can't tell you. If you (hadn't forgotten) (not forget) your
passport, we would have

flown to Rome today.

Hassan: It's not all my fault. If you hadn't overslept, we (wouldn't have got up) (not
get up) late.

Amy: Oh, so it's my fault, is it? Why didn't you set an alarm? We would have got
up on time if you

(had set) (set) your alarm on your phone.

Hassan: Because you said you would do it! If I (hadn't been) (not be) in a rush, I
would have

remembered to pack my passport.

Amy: Don't blame me! You're always forgetting things. And you can never find
your things. Like those

tickets for the concert. If I hadn't found them, we (wouldn't have gone) (not
go) to the concert at

all, would we?

Hassan: Why can't you leave my things alone? You're always tidying them away.

Amy: Because your stuff is always in such a mess!

Hassan: It's an organised mess. If you hadn't tidied away those tickets, I (would have
known) (know)

where they were.

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Amy: Whatever. I'm going for a walk.

Vocabulary – Verbs for thinking (1)

mull (over)

think (carefully) (about)

focus, concentrate, reflect (on)

work, figure (out)

Vocabulary – Verbs for thinking (2)

Have you (considered) working for a charity?

I (calculate) it will take three years to save enough money to put down a deposit on a
house.
Have you (made up your mind) about which universities you want to apply to?
I wouldn't like to (speculate) on whether the story is true.
Please can we (focus on) trying to find a solution to this problem?
I'm (pondering) whether to buy these jeans online.
Before you drop out of university, please (think) carefully about it.
I've (reflected on) your apology, and I'm afraid I cannot accept it.

LESSON 3

Listening (1)

The presenter says people often regret the things they do. (FALSE)
Speaker 1 has never travelled by plane. (FALSE)
Speaker 1 would like to visit China. (TRUE)
Speaker 2 says he got divorced because he got married too young. (FALSE)
Speaker 2 enjoys living alone. (FALSE)
Speaker 3 lived in many different countries. (TRUE)
Speaker 3 tried hard to keep in touch with overseas friends. (FALSE)

Listening (2)

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Speaker 1 (My fear was a bit silly.)

Speaker 1 (When I faced my fear, I realised it wasn't so bad.)

Speaker 2 (I should have worked less.)

Speaker 2 (I don't believe I chose the wrong person.)

Speaker 3 (I would like to have more friends.)

Speaker 3 (I now live in England.)

Dialogue – Wishing someone well (1)

It seems like only yesterday that I held my baby daughter Laura in my arms. Now 26
years later, I am a very proud father, and father-in-law.
Laura and Alex, this has been a wonderful wedding day. (May) you have a very long
and very happy marriage. And I hope you have an (amazing) trip when you go on your
round-the-world honeymoon. (Enjoy) your holiday!
I wish you both all the very (best).
So (here's) to Laura and Alex, and their new life together.

Dialogue – Wishing someone well (2)

(Richard: Jules, is your sister still going backpacking?)

(Jules: Yes, she leaves on Sunday, actually. She going to Phnom Penh, in Cambodia.)
(Richard: Wow, I hope all goes really well for her. Please tell her I wish her all the
very best.)
(Jules: Thanks, I will. She's going to have a couple of weeks of holiday first, then I
think she's going to work, teaching English in Thailand.)
(Richard: Thailand – that's somewhere I've always wanted to go. I'm very jealous!
Here's to your sister and her travels. May she have a great adventure!)
(Jules: I'm sure she will!)
(Richard: I hope she has a safe journey. Please say hello from me!)

Grammar – wish ... / If only ... (1)

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If only I had (gone to university.)

I wish I hadn't been (so obsessed with money.)
I wish I had told (Isabella that I loved her.)
If only you had told (me how you really felt.)
We wish that we had moved . (to Italy when we had the chance.)
If only Lucas had (passed his college exams.)

Grammar – wish ... / If only ... (2)

If I had followed my dream, I would have become an actress.

If only (I had followed my dream of becoming an actress).
I wanted to learn to speak French when I was at school.
I wish (I had learnt to speak French when I was at school).
I regret not accepting the job in Hong Kong.
If only (I had accepted the job in Hong Kong).
Liam would have preferred to apply to study drama instead of maths.
Liam wishes (he had applied to study drama instead of maths).
I regret not meeting you 20 years ago.
If only (I had met you 20 years ago).
We wanted to have more children.
We wish (we had had more children).

Grammar – Mixed conditionals (1)

If I (hadn't spent) so much time at work, I would have spent more time with my family
and my marriage (might have lasted).
I wish I hadn't saved my money. If I (had spent) more, I (would have travelled) and seen
more places.
If only I (hadn't worried) so much about how I looked. I wouldn't have spent so much
on clothes and makeup, and I (would have saved) a lot of time.
I wish I (had started) work straightaway after I left school. If I (had done that),
I (wouldn't have) so many debts now.

Grammar – Mixed conditionals (2)

I really wish I (had travelled) (travel) more before I settled down and got a job. If
I (hadn't been) (not be) so focused on my career, I would have had a more interesting

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life.
If only I (hadn't lost) (not lose) Toby's telephone number. If I had called him,
we (might) (be) married today. We got on so well!
If I had moved to London, I (would have met) (meet) new people and maybe I (would
have got) (get) an exciting job.
I wish I (had waited) (wait) before I had children. If I (had had) (have) them when I was
older, I would have been more mature and a better mother.

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UNIT 12
LESSON 1

Grammar – Review 1: conditionals and cleft sentences (1)

(What made it such a special surprise was that all my friends and family were there.)
(If I was organising a surprise party, I would invite everyone by text message.)
(If we had seen Rebecca walking home in the rain, we would have offered her a lift.)
(What I love about birthdays is watching people open their presents.)
(When I'm tired, I often get grumpy.)
(It's Gabriel's ability to organise so many things at the same time that amazes me.)

Grammar – Review 1: conditionals and cleft sentences (2)

If they had seen the damage to their house, (they would have been very upset.)
What amazes me is that women (still earn less money than men.)
I would go to university if I were younger.)
It's the peace and quiet of the countryside (that I love the most.)
When Liam gets up late, (he takes the bus to college.)
What makes this holiday so exciting is (that we go to four different countries.)

Grammar – Review 2: Reported speech (1)

Robert (complained) that the flat was too small, too expensive and too far away from
his work.
Sofia (denied) stealing the money and claimed she was completely innocent.
Marcus (told) Samantha he never wanted to speak to her again.
Leon (refused) to pay his share of the restaurant bill, claiming that he had only drunk
one glass of water.
Giovanna (promised) she would be on time to meet me today, but I expect she’ll be late
again.

Grammar – Review 2: Reported speech (2)

'I love surprises,' said Tamara.

Tamara said that (she loves surprises).
'What irritates me about cities is the pollution,' said Janice.

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Janice said that (what irritates her about cities is the pollution).
'We're organising a surprise party for tomorrow,' said Anna.
Anne said that (they were organising a surprise party for the next day).
'I've never had a surprise present,' said Marilyn.
Marilyn said that (she had never had a surprise present).
'My brother took me to London yesterday as a surprise,' said Luke.
Luke said that (his brother had taken him to London the day before as a surprise).
'If I was braver, I would look for a job in a different country,' said Rob.
Rob said that (if he was braver, he would look for a job in a different country).

Vocabulary – Surprise (1)

I've got a surprise in (store) for Lisa when she gets home.
It was a surprise (victory) for tennis player Jason Lennon, who has been suffering from
injuries all year.
The staff are (in) for a massive surprise when they see their new uniforms.
Everyone agrees that the president's resignation is a surprise (move).
It was a (total) surprise when Jon asked me to marry him. I wasn't expecting it at all.
Tony asked all the guests for a £100 contribution towards the wedding. That was
an (unpleasant) surprise.

Vocabulary – Surprise (2)

Ben: Hi Aisha, did you enjoy your (surprise party) last weekend? Happy birthday,
by the way!

Aisha: Oh, thanks. Yeah, I did enjoy it. I can't believe everyone managed to keep it
secret!

It was a (massive surprise)!

Ben: Your parents had been planning it for months!

Aisha: I know! My dad had told me a few days before that I was (in for) a big
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but I had no idea what he was talking about!

Ben: How did your sister get you to leave the house?

Aisha: She told me that she had a birthday surprise (in store) for me, and I had to go
out with

her on Saturday night. She drove me to our local shopping centre, and I was
getting excited

because I was expecting to (get) a big surprise, but then she took me to the
cinema.

I was a bit disappointed! I didn't realise what the real plan was.

Ben: So when you got home and opened the front door, was it really a (total)
surprise to

see all your friends and family standing there?

Aisha: Yes, it really was. It (came) as a massive surprise. I'm not sure if I would have
asked

for a big party like that for my 21st birthday, but I really enjoyed it and I'm
glad

everyone came.

Vocabulary – Surprise (3)

The pay rise (came) as a big (surprise) to me.

It was a (nasty) (surprise) when I saw there was no money left in my bank account.
When my mum and dad see how I've redecorated their house, they're going to (get) a
real (surprise).
The soldiers came under a (surprise) (attack) from the enemy.
Look at these flowers Gemma sent me. What a (lovely) (surprise)!
We're throwing a (surprise) (party) for Marge's 50th birthday.

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LESSON 2

Reading – Hay-barn holiday homes (1

If you pay £100, you can ... (own part of the Haybarn Havens project.)
Lizzie Allgood ... (was not planning to start a renovation company.)

Members of the public ... (have been keen to invest in the project.)
Greg Wilkinson thinks that a holiday in a hay barn will be ... (unusual and exciting.)

Within two years, Lizzie will have ... (renovated five hay barns.)
Lizzie's feelings towards the project can be described as ... (optimistic.)

Reading – Hay-barn holiday homes (2)

Why might Haybarn Havens be a good investment for those in the city?
(Because they can own a part of the countryside without having to live in the
countryside.)
What condition were the hay barns in when Lizzie bought them?. (They needed a lot of
attention.)
What will the barns be used for once they are finished?
(As a place to stay for holidaymakers.)
What does Lizzie need to do to complete the project?
At least six months. (Raise £33,000 more from crowdfunding.)
How can we describe Greg Wilkinson’s attitude?
They needed a lot of attention. (He is adventurous and willing to try new things.)
What will Lizzie do when the project is finished?
(She will have a celebration.)
If you want to stay in a Havens Haybarn, how long will you have to wait?
(At least six months.)

Grammar – Review 3: verb tenses and forms (1)

(I started learning English when I was 12.)

(Moving to Singapore for a new job was the best decision I ever made.)
(I had been working as a teacher for 15 years when I decided to change career.)
(I have been to three countries.)

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(I'm going to study chemistry at university next year.)

(I live in a small village in the south of Spain.)

Grammar – Review 3: verb tenses and forms (2)

All the money (has been raised) by local people. (present perfect passive)
I (was waiting) for a bus when Jane offered me a lift in her car. (past continuous)
I (had) always (wanted) to learn how to ski. (past perfect)
If we had known the car was dangerous, we (wouldn't have used) it. (third conditional)
I (will see) you outside the cinema at 8.00pm. (future with will)
Right now, I (am watching) a TV programme about crime. (present continuous)

Vocabulary – Collocations (1)

Please give me (a chance). I can explain everything!

Every month I give 10% of my money (to charity).
It's not yours! You'll have to give (it back).
We're giving (a party) to celebrate our parents' wedding anniversary.
I find it really hard to stick to a diet because I always give in to (temptation).
As soon as things get difficult or something goes wrong, George gives (up). He never
finishes anything.

Vocabulary – Collocations (2)

I need to answer some text messages. Please give me (back) my phone.

Don't give (up)! I know you wanted to pass the exam, but you can always take it again.
The referee gave the losing team a (penalty) after a dangerous tackle.
Don't make a sound! You'll give yourself (away)!
I really want something sweet. I'd give (anything) for a bar of chocolate right now.
You've got a lot of heavy boxes. Do you need me to give you a (hand) when you move
house?

Vocabulary – The countryside (1)

(l i g h t h o u s e)
(w o o d l a n d)
(h a y b a r n)

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(k i s s i n g g a t e)
(w i n d m i l l)

Vocabulary – The countryside (2)

In the UK, you can hire a n (narrowboat) for one or two weeks for a holiday. It's a
relaxing kind of holiday that forces you to slow down. The top speed of one of these r
(riverboats) is about 4mph (6.4kph). Alongside most canals in the UK there is a f
(footpath), so you can also stop your boat for a while and go for walks or bike rides.
You can use a map or an app to plan your route, and there are s (signposts) to help you
find your route. At the end of the day, you can moor your boat in a marina, or simply tie
it up alongside a r (riverbank). It's the perfect holiday if you need some rest and
relaxation.

LESSON 3

Listening (1)

The favourite dish in the UK is (chicken) tikka masala.

The British attitude towards food has become more (adventurous).
'Paneer' is an Indian (cheese).
On (Sundays), Raj spends time with his family.
Raj started working in a kitchen when he was (14).
The presenter describes Raj's work as a (passion).

Listening (2)

The name of the restaurant is Indian (Journey).

The restaurant has won (awards).
British people today enjoy (spicy) food.
The Indian food they eat is (a little hot).
At the weekend, Raj makes time to see his (children).
Raj's interest in cooking began (while he was working for his uncle).

Dialogue – Asking for information, clarification and confirmation (1)

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Will: Paula, you run the Share Shop. Can you (tell us how it works)?

Paula: Yes, of course. People bring things to the shop that they are willing to lend. For
example, a bread machine or a

barbecue. We put the items in our shop, then other people come and borrow
them.

Will: I (don't get it). Do you mean people can take the things away, and not pay for
them?

Paula: Yes, exactly. Think about it. Maybe you want to make some fresh bread for a
special dinner. You need a bread

machine, but you don't want to buy it, because you might only use it once or
twice a year. You can come to our

shop and borrow it for a day, or a weekend.

Will: Are (you saying it's all about lending things)?

Paula: Exactly!

Will: And (that works)? I mean, people don't take the things away and never bring
them back?

Paula: That's happened a couple of times, but in general people are very honest.
They're happy that people in the

neighbourhood have brought their things to the Share Shop. The community
feels stronger as a result.

Will: So (what you are saying is) that in the end they felt there was an

(improved sense of community)?

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Paula: Yes, that's right.

Will: Amazing!

Dialogue – Asking for information, clarification and confirmation (2)

A: I can't understand how you can increase prices so dramatically! It's outrageous!
B: Now, hear me (out). There's a good reason for the increase.
C: I offer to cut people's grass in return for guitar lessons.
D: So in other (words), it's a way for neighbours to help each other?
E: You just click on this icon, click on save and decide where you want to save the file.
F: Now you've (lost) me. Could you say that again?
G: I can't stand having too much stuff. Every month, I take a bag of clothes to the
charity shop.
H: What, you just give things (away)?

Grammar – Review 4: questions (1)

(Whose birthday did you say we are celebrating?)

(He's considering moving house?)
(Isn't he coming to Melissa's surprise birthday party on Wednesday?)
(He walks his dog along this footpath every day?)
(You think this new Indian dish is not hot enough?)
(I'd like to know if they are still waiting for the bus.)

Grammar – Review 4: questions (2)

'I'm thinking of leaving my job.' – 'You're thinking of leaving your job?'

(questioning a statement)
You're late again! Don't you remember what you promised yesterday?
(expressing disappointment)
Do you know what we are expected to do about the sanitary emergency?
(posing a question more politely)
Why haven't you dressed up? Aren't you coming to the party with us?
(expressing surprise)
Who said we didn't need an umbrella because it wouldn't rain at all?
(expressing annoyance)

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