PRE-INTERMEDIATE C: Ah, OK. So do you get on?

I don’t think I could work

with my dad.
UNIT 1 D: Oh, no. He’s great. I mean, sometimes I argue with
my brother, but not often. It’s family, right?
Lesson 1A, Exercises 7 & 8 C: Yeah, yeah. So do you enjoy it then?
Conversation 1 D: Oh yeah. It’s all good.
A: What do you do then, Emre?
B: I’m an engineer. Lesson 1C, Exercise 2
A: Oh, right. Where do you work? Hi there. Welcome to the Work and more podcast. My
B: Before, different places in Turkey, but I’m working name’s Linda Carey and today I’m going to be joined
in Frankfurt now. by my friend Henry. The topic we’re going to discuss is
A: OK. So that’s where you’re going … something that many of you maybe have experience
B: Yeah, I was just with my wife and kids for a few of now – working from home. Of course, the way you
days. feel about this topic probably depends on lots of
A: Oh right. They don’t live in Frankfurt? different things. It depends where you live, depends
B: No. They are in Ankara. on the person, depends if you find it easy to work on
A: That’s hard. How long have you worked in your own or if you get distracted easily and can’t
Frankfurt? focus or concentrate. Now, before I introduce Henry,
B: Oh, almost two years now. a little about the two of us. I do online training and
A: OK. That’s difficult – not being with your family. I’ve worked from home for about four years, but
B: Yeah, no – I see them a few days every month and I Henry is newer to it. He works in IT and he runs his
have other longer holidays. own business, giving IT support, and sometimes does
A: OK. a bit of training. Henry, welcome!
B: And I’m earning really good money in this job, you
know. If you want to support a family, you need to Lesson 1C, Exercises 4 & 5
earn, right? Kids are expensive! H = Henry, L = Linda
A: True. So do you enjoy the job? H: Hi Linda. Thanks for the introduction and thanks for
B: Oh yeah. We are building this huge IT park. It’s asking me onto the show.
going to be amazing. Always problems to deal with so L: It’s great to have you with us.
it’s super interesting. H: It’s very nice to be here.
A: Cool. L: So first of all, how’s it going? The business, working
B: Yeah – it’s hard work, but I love it. from home – everything?
A: What are the hours like then? H: Business is OK, thanks. I already have a few clients,
B: Oh, I mean, sometimes 35, sometimes 50 … making a bit of money, but … the working from home
A: Really? That’s hard. …
B: Yeah, but no, it’s good. And my co-workers, they L: Not good?
are great – we really get on. H: I mean, I can see the benefits, like no travel to
Conversation 2 work, but my work day seems a lot longer. So then my
C: So Veronika, what do you do? partner complains because my workspace is in the
D: Oh, I work for a clothes company back in Serbia, bedroom area. I mean, it’s a studio flat, where we
but I’m doing an MBA here now. live.
C: Oh, right – that sounds hard! L: Right … if you don’t have a separate office, it can be
D: Oh, for me it’s nice. It’s my first break from work in a problem.
five years. H: Yeah, I mean, sometimes if I have a problem, I like
C: OK! But you still want to go back and work there? to lie down on the bed to think about it. It often helps.
D: Well, actually it’s my dad’s company and he wants But then I sometimes just fall asleep!
me to run it when he retires … L: Oh! OK, so what hours do you normally work?
C: Oh, right. I see. What’s the business exactly? H: Depends when I wake up, but I usually get up, have
D: We have a couple of clothes shops and we sell our a quick breakfast and start work about eleven and
own designs. then I finish about two … sometimes later – it
C: Nice! So how many people work there? depends on the job.
D: Oh, it’s small. It’s a real family business. There’s my L: Two in the morning?
uncle, my brother, a cousin and maybe ten others H: Exactly!
who’ve worked there a long time. L: Wow!
H: Yeah! So not great for the work–life balance. C: There’s a jewellery stall on the main street and the
L: Right – I see why your partner’s unhappy! How do woman who runs it designs everything herself. She
they sleep? has quite an unusual style.
H: I mean, if I’m working after one, I usually take my K: Yeah, yeah. I love them. Were they expensive?
laptop into the kitchen area. C: I don’t know – depends what you think of as
L: OK. Why don’t you work there all the time, then? expensive. I think these were, like, sixty euros.
H: Oh, there’s not much space and I have to stand. K: Oh, OK … Well, I guess they are very original.
Also the wi-fi isn’t great, so if I’m doing a video call or Anyway, they really suit you.
using a lot of data, it’s really slow or it crashes, which C: Thanks. We should go one Sunday and I’ll show you
isn’t great. the stall.
L: No! K: Yeah, yeah. Maybe.
H: Oh, and the other thing is that now I work at home,
I’m eating more! If I’m dealing with a problem, I often Lesson 2C, Exercises 7 & 8
have a snack. It helps me think … Conversation 1
L: Right. I see … A: Excuse me. Do you have one of these in a smaller
H: And now I don’t walk to work … size? This one’s a bit big.
L: Right. B: I’m afraid not. That’s why they’re at a reduced
H: So what’s your advice – how can I improve things? price.
L: Well, I think you need to rent an office! A: Never mind, Timmy. You’ll grow into it.
C: But I don’t like it.
UNIT 2 A: Don’t be silly. You look lovely. It really suits you.
C: It’s not as nice as the other one we saw.
Lesson 2A, Exercises 5 & 6 A: That was much more expensive. This one’s fine.
K = Keira, C = Cleo C: It’s not fair.
K: Hey, Cleo. Did you have a nice weekend? Conversation 2
C: Oh, hi Keira! Yeah, it was good. D: Would you like me to put it in a bag?
K: What did you do? E: Sure – but do you have anything nicer? It’s for a
C: Oh, nothing much. We were working Saturday and birthday.
then Sunday we just went for a walk in town. Dani D: Well, there are some nice gift bags and cards over
bought himself a new camera a few weeks ago and he there, if you like.
wanted to take some photos. E: Oh, OK. Sure.
K: Really? I’ve never had an actual camera. It just D: Well, just choose something and come back. OK?
seems too complicated when you have your phone You don’t need to queue again.
camera. E: Oh, OK. Great.
C: Yeah. I know. He says the photos are better. He D: All part of the service.
seems happy with it, anyway. Conversation 3
K: Well, that’s the main thing. F: Yes, sir. How can I help you?
C: What about you? Did you do anything? G: I’ve been here longer than him, actually.
K: I went to the big street market in town. F: Oh right. I’m sorry, madam. How can I help?
C: Oh – the Rastro? That’s where we were! G: I bought this the other day and it’s damaged. The
K: Near Latina metro. button doesn’t work and it’s damaged here. Look, you
C: Yeah, exactly. That’s funny. Did you get anything? see?
K: No. I’m not a big shopper, but it’s great just to walk F: And you didn’t drop it or anything?
round. G: Are you saying I’m lying?
C: Absolutely. F: No, no … it’s just an unusual problem.
K: Actually, I saw this great leather jacket that I G: Well, I didn’t.
thought about buying. F: Of course … er, do you have the receipt and box?
C: Oh yeah? G: I got rid of the box, but here’s the receipt.
K: Yeah, I mean it was second-hand, I think from the F: Oh, OK. Let me talk to my manager.
80s, but it was in really good condition. Conversation 4
C: Oh yeah! I love vintage stuff. H: Excuse me.
K: It didn’t really fit though. I: Sorry, I’m closing the till, but my colleague can help.
C: Shame. I actually bought these earrings there. J: Hi, how can I help you?
K: Really? They’re great. Where exactly?
H: Hi, I’m interested in the TV you have on display Conversation 3
over there. A: Excuse me, sorry. Do you speak English?
J: Oh, I’m sorry. That’s not in stock. Would you like me E: Sure I do. How can I help?
to order it? A: Do you know the way to the museum? Is it near
H: How long will it take? here?
J: I’m not sure. Three or four weeks? E: Yes, quite near, but you got off at the wrong stop,
H: Oh right. Well, don’t worry. I’ll leave it. really. Go down this road until you come to a church.
Conversation 5 Then turn left. It’s quite a big road. Then go past a
K: Sorry – could I maybe go ahead of you? monument and a football stadium – and just keep
L: Is that all you have? going. It’s about a kilometre. It’s on the right. You
K: Yeah, it is. You know, I’m making a Valentine’s can’t miss it.
dinner and I suddenly realized I didn’t have any salt! B: I told you that was it! Why do you never listen to
L: Oh, right! Yeah, you go first. me?
K: Are you sure?
L: Of course. I’m not really in a hurry. Lesson 3C, Exercises 4 & 6
K: Great, thanks. M = Mark, L = Lisa
L: No problem – enjoy the dinner! M: And now, over to Lisa Verity for the travel news.
L: Thanks, Mark. So, starting with the airports. Air
UNIT 3 traffic controllers in France are on strike this week so
expect a bit of trouble there. Plenty of flights are
Lesson 3A, Exercises 5 & 6 delayed and quite a few cancelled, unfortunately. Not
Conversation 1 many planes can fly over France. Most have to fly a
A: Listen, we’re obviously lost. Ask this guy here. different route to avoid French air space. There’s not
B: OK, OK. … Sorry, do you speak English? much hope of an end to this any time soon, so any
C: Sure. passengers who are flying in the next few days should
B: Oh, great. Do you know the way to the museum ring their airline or check their airline’s website. On to
from here? the roads … A lorry crashed earlier this morning on
C: Yes, but it’s a long way. It’s better to get a bus. the A12 entering Stratford. Lanes in both directions
B: OK. So how do we get to the stop? are closed at the moment. Avoid the area if you can.
C: Go down this road. Take the second road on the Also on the roads, the M4 motorway is completely
right. Then cross, turn left and then left again and it’s closed for repair work between Maidenhead and
directly opposite the town hall. Slough. They’re sending cars a different way, and
B: OK, great. traffic is moving very slowly in this area. You can
C: No problem. expect some delays there all day, so it’s best to take
B: So did he say second right or second left? other routes if possible. On the underground, large
A: I‘m not actually sure, you know. And what bus did sections of the Northern Line are closed today
he say we need? because of continuing repair work. A special bus
B: No idea! Anyway, it’s down here somewhere, I service is available instead. Also on the underground,
think. East Ham station is closed at present because of a
Conversation 2 flood. This follows some heavy rain in the area
B: It’s your turn. Ask that lady over there. overnight. There is some better news, though. The rail
A: Excuse me. Is this the right bus stop for the service between London and Birmingham is now
museum? running normally after they removed a cow from the
D: Sorry? line. And I’m pleased to say that there aren’t any
A: The bus? To the museum? more problems on the Seven Sisters Road, now that
D: Ah, you want the number 67 bus. the traffic lights are working again at the crossroads
A: Oh, thanks. with the A105. The traffic’s moving well there. Finally,
D: You need to go over the road. This stop takes you one event tonight to tell you about. Just to remind
in the wrong direction. Go over the crossing. It’s after anyone travelling to Wembley for the big concert
the traffic lights there. there – there’s no parking in or around the stadium.
A: I see it. Thanks. Police in the area will remove any cars parked there,
D: The buses come along often. so go on foot or use public transport. That’s all from
A: Thanks. me – back to you, Mark.
UNIT 4 A: I’m afraid we don’t have any special facilities. You
can use the toilet. It’s not very big, though.
Lesson 4A, Exercises 5 & 6 B: That’s OK.
S = Sara, V = Victor A: It’s just at the end there, down the stairs.
S: So, Victor, are you hungry? Conversation 2
V: Yeah, a bit. A: Is this table here OK?
S: Do you want to get something to eat? B: Yeah, this is fine. Thank you.
V: I’d love to, yeah. Where are you thinking of going? A: Would you like a high chair for the little girl?
S: Well, there’s a really nice Thai place just down the B: That’d be great, thanks. He’s actually a boy,
road. Have you ever been there? though!
V: Yeah, I go there a lot. I actually went there A: Oh, I’m so sorry! Anyway, here are your menus. I’ll
yesterday. get the chair.
S: Oh right. So maybe you don’t want to go there Conversation 3
again today. A: Are you ready to order?
V: Mmm, I’d rather not, if you don’t mind. And I B: Not quite. Could you just give us two more
actually don’t really feel like anything very spicy minutes?
today. A: Yes, of course.
S: OK, no problem. I’m happy to go somewhere else. …
V: There’s a nice seafood restaurant near the big C: Right. OK. Could I have the grilled squid for starters,
department store. How about that? please? And for my main course, I think I’ll have the
S: To be honest, I don’t really like seafood. I prefer chicken.
meat. A: Uh-huh, and what kind of potatoes would you like?
V: Well, why don’t we go to Selale instead? Have you C: Roast potatoes, please.
been there? A: OK.
S: No, I’ve never heard of it. Where is it? B: I’ll go for the aubergine stuffed with rice for my
V: It’s about fifteen minutes’ walk from here. It’s just main course, please. And the soup of the day? Does it
round the corner from the bus station. contain any meat? I’m vegetarian.
S: Oh, OK. And what kind of restaurant is it? A: Yes. I’m afraid it’s got lamb in it.
V: It’s Turkish. It’s really good. I’ve been there a few B: Oh, OK. Well, I’ll just have the tomato and avocado
times. salad, then. And could we get some water as well?
S: Really? I haven’t ever had Turkish food. A: Of course. Sparkling or still?
V: You’re joking! You’ll love it. They do lots of grilled B: Just tap water, please, if possible.
meat, but they also have a great selection of other A: Sure.
dishes, so there’s plenty to choose from. C: And could we have a small plate for our son? We’d
S: It sounds great. like to share our dishes with him.
V: Yeah. The only problem is that it gets really busy, Conversation 4
so sometimes you have to wait a while to get a table. B: Oh, dear – what a mess!
S: Oh, right. Well, can we ring them to check they C: I’ll get the waiter. Er, excuse me. I’m really sorry,
have a table? but could you get us a cloth, please? My son’s
V: I guess so. Let me see if I can find their number on dropped some water on the floor.
my phone. A: Certainly madam. I’ll just go and get one.
C: Thank you.
Lesson 4C, Exercises 8 & 9 Conversation 5
Conversation 1 A: Would you like to see the dessert menu?
A: How many people is it? B: I’m OK, thanks. I’m really full, but if you want
B: There are three of us. something …
A: And have you booked? C: No, no. I couldn’t eat another thing. It was lovely,
B: No. Is that a problem? though.
A: No, but do you mind waiting? Could I just have a coffee, please?
B: How long? B: Me too. Thank you.
A: Maybe ten or fifteen minutes. Conversation 6
C: OK. That’s fine. B: Could we have the bill, please?
B: Could I change the baby somewhere? A: Yes, of course.
B: Great. Thanks.
… C: Well, it’s two or three hours by car, so if we want to
C: That’s very reasonable, isn’t it? Shall we leave a make the most of the day, we need to leave early –
tip? maybe around six o’clock?
B: No, look – service is included. M: Six in the morning?!
C: Wow. Then that really is good value for money. We
should come here again sometime. Lesson 5C, Exercises 3 & 5
1: Bringing up kids can be stressful, but especially
UNIT 5 when you’re on your own. It’s difficult to find time to
relax and then I have trouble sleeping. I dream of
Lesson 5A, Exercises 3 & 4 having a massage or spa treatment, but actually what
C = Corinne, M = Maribel I’ve found works best for me is colouring. I was doing
C: So what are you going to do while you’re here? some with my son one day, and I suddenly realized, I
M: I’m just going to take it easy, Corinne. I guess I just wasn’t thinking about anything. We were both
might go shopping in the morning. You’re working just… concentrating hard. So I got some adult
tomorrow, aren’t you? colouring books, and if I do some just before bed,
C: Yes – and Saturday morning, I’m afraid. well, I sleep like a baby!
M: Oh dear. 2: After the crash, I was depressed. It was such a huge
C: Yeah, I know. I’m sorry, but some important clients change in my life and I found it … stressful. People
are coming and I need to go and meet them at the said I should take up painting or something to help,
airport and make sure everything’s OK. but I’m an active person and very competitive –
M: Right. What time are you going to be back? always have been – and so I just thought … how is that
C: Hopefully about two. me? Then one day, a friend mentioned a sitting
M: That’s OK, then. I’m not going to be up before volleyball club at a local sports centre. We both
eleven anyway and I’ve brought my trainers, so I decided to have a go, as anyone can play – not just
might go running. Is there anywhere to go near here? people with disabilities – and we both loved it. We
C: There’s actually an athletics track just down the now play twice a week and I also compete in a
road. national league.
M: OK. To be honest, though, I’d prefer a park or 3: I mainly relax and keep fit just walking everywhere
somewhere like that. – and I find that’s enough. Since I’ve been pregnant,
C: Hmm. There’s not much near here. I usually just run my mum’s worried I do too much and says I should
on the streets when I go. use public transport, but I need my walk home after a
M: OK. Well, I’ll see. Do you have any plans for us at stressful day. It helps clear my head. The other thing I
the weekend? do, like many people here, is have a sauna. My mum
C: Well, a friend is having a party for his birthday on worries about that too, but the doctor says it’s OK if I
Saturday night, if you’d like to go. turn down the heat and don’t stay in too long.
M: Oh great. You know I always like a dance! 4: I started doing yoga a couple of years ago at school.
C: And the forecast is really good for Sunday, so we’re I had problems studying. I found it difficult to
thinking of going for a walk in the mountains near concentrate and then teachers stressed me out and
here. I’d get angry. So, the school said I had to join their
M: Oh right. That sounds nice. yoga programme. I wasn’t keen – but you know what?
C: Yes, it’s great there. There’s a lovely river we can go It really helped. I think I graduated because of yoga.
swimming in. Now I’ve left school, I still do some every day – just at
M: Oh right. Do you have any spare swimming gear? I home. I follow a guy online I like. I might even train to
don’t have anything with me. teach it one day. We’ll see.
C: Yeah, I’m sure I can lend you something. 5: Until recently, most afternoons I go to a place near
M: Thanks. Isn’t the water cold, though? my home to dance with friends. In China, it’s quite
C: A bit, but you soon warm up. common. I started after I retired because I find it
M: Hmm. I like a heated pool, myself. lonely in my flat. Lots of us go to a basketball court
C: Honestly, it’s not so bad and the water’s really nearby and we do square dancing. But can you believe
clear. It’s just beautiful with the mountains and it? Some people don’t like it! Neighbours say our
everything! music is too loud and the kids complain they can’t
M: OK. So what time are you thinking of leaving? play on the court. A few weeks ago, there was a big
argument about it and the police came and closed the
court. I hope they open it soon. I miss it.
 H: Welcome to The Family Way, the show that deals
UNIT 6 with anything you’d possibly like to know about family
life. My name’s Harry Freud and today I’m joined by
Lesson 6A, Exercise 4 psychologist and child number five of … six, is it?
B = Bella, L = Laura S: Six, that’s right.
B: Laura. Sorry I’m late. I was working and didn’t H: Sharmi Sharma. Sharmi, welcome to the show.
notice the time. S: It’s a pleasure to be here. I’m a big fan.
L: Working too hard again, Bella? H: Thanks. So Sharmi’s here as this week’s expert, to
B: Yeah, maybe. How long have you been here? discuss birth order – where you come in the family, if
L: Only five minutes. Ben was a bit late back from you’re the eldest, youngest, etc. – and how it affects
work too, and I couldn’t leave Maya. your character.
B: Of course not. How is she? Do you have a photo? S: Or perhaps not …
L: Obviously! Hundreds! … Look at this one though –
Lucas invited us for lunch. You know, Lucas … Lesson 6C, Exercises 7 & 8
B: Er, yes, sadly … Oh my word! Maya, she’s so cute! H = Harry, S = Sharmi
L: She is when she’s not crying. H: Yeah, so it seems what we thought before is
B: Aww, well she looks adorable there. And she’s actually … in doubt?
grown! How old is she now? S: Absolutely. Before, we thought birth order affected
L: Eight months. character and future jobs. So, for example, the first
B: Gosh! I can’t believe it! Time goes so quickly. Aww child was more reliable and studied harder, so they
… often became leaders. The idea was that the parents
L: I know! were more anxious with their first child, so it got full
B: Lovely … Is that a beard Lucas is trying to grow, by attention and they were stricter about things like
the way? studying.
L: … Oh, yeah, I’m not sure it suits him. H: I see. And the younger ones?
B: No … So who’s the woman sitting between you and S: Well, the theory was the youngest basically couldn’t
him? compete for attention with the smartest, so they
L: Oh that’s his new girlfriend – I think that’s why he became creative and confident, which is why they
invited us. were more likely to do creative work like acting.
B: Really? New girlfriend! When did they start dating? H: Right. And if you’re in the middle?
L: I don’t know – three months? He seems keen. S: Well, the idea was that the parents kind of ignored
B: Well, we’ll see if it lasts … What’s she like, then? them, so they became more open and friendly to get
L: Actually, really, really nice – too good for him attention outside the home.
really. H: But you’re saying that’s actually all wrong.
B: Hmm. S: Well, it seems so. More recent research shows the
L: Yeah, I mean, we got on immediately. She loved oldest are on average a little bit more intelligent, but
Maya … … er, the difference is really small. I mean, it’s not like
I think Lucas noticed! one gets grade As and the others Ds. And it certainly
B: Does he want to have kids? He never gave me doesn’t make older children better leaders.
that impression. H: Are we sure? I mean, we all know cases which fit
L: Probably not … He’s never seemed interested in the pattern. Like, isn’t Jeff Bezos the oldest child, and
Maya. –
B: Well she’s competition for attention! So what does S: No, of course. This is what happens. When we hear
she do, then, this, er – what’s her name? these theories, we often only remember examples
L: It’s Marcia. I’m not sure exactly. Marketing, I think. I that fit the pattern but ignore other cases. So leaders
think that’s how they met. They were working closely like Bezos or Angela Merkel were both born first, but
on some project … then look at Bill Gates and Nelson Mandela – neither
B: Somehow that doesn’t surprise me … Anyway, just of them were the oldest. And then there are families
changing the subject, who’s the other woman with like mine where we’re all equally smart, or others
the blonde hair? where they’re all actors!
L: Oh she’s … H: Understood.
S: And focusing on famous people is a bad idea
Lesson 6C, Exercise 4 because they are a very small, quite unusual part of
H = Harry, S = Sharmi society. More recent research looked at records of
over twenty thousand ordinary people from different C: And we took a boat along the coast a couple of
countries and families and … well, as I say, they found times and went fishing.
birth order doesn’t affect personality. D: Did you catch anything?
H: So how do we explain differences within families, C: Not much, but it was just nice to be on the sea.
then? D: Well, if you ever come back to Satun, let me know.
S: We don’t really know. It could be genes, it could be We could meet and I could show you around.
the friends you have, parents feeling stressed. All C: Sure! Give me your details.
kinds of things. Conversation 3
E: Where are you from, Rosa?
UNIT 7 F: Belize.
E: Oh, OK. Belize … I’m really sorry, but where is that
Lesson 7A, Exercises 2 & 3 exactly? My geography isn’t very good.
Conversation 1 F: It’s in Central America – on the Caribbean side. So if
A: Where are you from, Domi? you imagine you’ve got Mexico up here and then
B: France. Guatemala to the left … Well, Belize is about here – on
A: Oh nice! Which part? the right, above Honduras, if that helps.
B: Metz. E: OK, I think I know where you mean. And where do
A: Where’s that? you live?
B: It’s a small city in the north-east. It’s around 300 F: In the capital, Belmopan – in the middle of the
kilometres from Paris. So, say that’s Paris, OK? Well, country.
Metz is over here – near the German border. E: Oh, OK. How big is it?
A: Oh, OK. So what’s it like? F: Oh, it’s quite small. We only have around 20,000
B: It’s very nice. The centre’s very old, with some people, I think. The whole country is only four
beautiful old buildings, and it’s great because it’s only hundred thousand, so …
for pedestrians – you can’t drive there, only walk. The E: Right. I didn’t know that. And what’s it like to live
city’s very green as well. We have some very nice in?
public gardens. F: Ah, I love it. It’s a very modern city. The people are
A: It sounds lovely. So where do you live? In the friendly, there’s a real mix of cultures, and we can get
centre? to the coast in an hour as well!
B: Not exactly, but everything is quite near. It’s not
very big – maybe 120,000 people. And it’s easy to get Lesson 7C, Exercise 4
around. I live near the river, the Moselle, and you can O = Oliver, M = Murat, I = Isabel
walk along there, which is nice. O: Hi there, Murat. Come in, come in.
Conversation 2 M: Oliver, good to meet you finally.
C: So, where are you from, Kasem? O: This is my wife, Isabel.
D: Thailand. I: Welcome. Nice to meet you. How was your
C: Oh, really? Whereabouts? journey?
D: You probably won’t know it. It’s a little town called M: OK, but very long.
Satun. It’s right in the south – not far from the border I: I can imagine. Anyway, you’re here now. Do you
with Malaysia. want me to take your coat?
C: Yeah, I know it. In fact, I’ve been there! A cousin of M: Oh, yes. Thank you.
mine lives in Langkawi with his wife and I went to visit O: You can just leave your bag and things over there
them a few years ago. for now.
D: Seriously? Wow! What a small world. M: OK. Is it OK if I take my shoes off?
C: I know, right. I: Yeah, of course. You don’t have to, though.
D: Langkawi is really close to me. So what did you M: I’ve brought some – what do you call them? House
think of it? shoes? I’ll find them.
C: Oh, it was lovely. I mean, Satun’s a bit quiet, but for I: Oh – sure. Slippers.
a holiday, the whole area’s great. M: I also bought you some gifts. This is a traditional
D: When were you there? What time of year? coffee maker from Turkey – it’s called a cezve – and
C: February, but the climate’s so lovely. It’s so warm. I these are Turkish coffee cups.
went to the beach quite a lot. O: Thank you so much. The coffee maker is amazing
D: Right. and the cups are very beautiful.
M: Yes. They were expensive.
I: Right. Wow. Well, you really didn’t need to. I: Of course. I’ll get you some towels in a moment.
M: I wanted to. It’s part of our culture. Just go in if it’s free. There’s a lock on the door. OK,
O: Well, thanks again, really. this door is our room and that’s Theo’s.
I: So … um … Would you like a cup of tea or coffee, or M: How old is he?
something to eat, Murat? I: Sixteen.
M: No, no, thank you. I’m fine. Maybe just some M: Yes? Like my baby brother. He’ll remind me of
water. home.
O: Sure. Come through to the kitchen. I: I hope not. He’s very messy!
M: Thanks. M: Oh, really? Actually, I think my brother is quite
I: Are you sure you’re not hungry? tidy. My mother is very strict with him.
M: No really. I ate on the plane, but, er … do you mind I: Yes, maybe we’re too soft.
if I smoke? M: Oh, no, I didn’t mean … I’m sure you’re very good
I: Well, actually, we’d rather you didn’t inside. I always parents.
smoke outside – although I’m trying to give up. I: We try. So this is your room.
M: Of course – no problem. I’ll go out now, if you M: Wow, it’s lovely!
don’t mind. I: So, you can use these drawers and there’s space in
I: You can go in the garden if you like. The door’s the wardrobe for you to put some things.
here. M: Thank you.
M: OK, great, great. I: Will you be warm enough? I can get you a blanket if
you want.
Lesson 7C, Exercise 6 M: Oh, no, I’ll be fine. It was minus five degrees in
O = Oliver, M = Murat, I = Isabel Kars this morning.
O: Oh gosh, sorry! I forgot to tell you about Ness. Did I: Minus five? Wow. I’m sure you’ll be OK then.
she scare you?
M: A little. UNIT 8
O: She won’t hurt you, I promise. She’s very friendly.
M: I’m sure, but maybe I’ll go out the front next time. Lesson 8A, Exercises 4 & 5
O: Sorry. Conversation 1
I: Let me show you round the house. A: So, how’s school, Ollie? Your father told me you’re
M: OK, yes. Thanks. doing well.
I: So you’ve seen the garden, and as you can see, this B: It’s OK, I suppose. Some bits are good.
is the kitchen. Please help yourself to food whenever A: Yeah? What are your favourite subjects?
you want. B: Spanish and Art. And History’s OK as well.
M: Could I use the washing machine while I’m here? A: And what year are you in now?
I: Oh, we’ll do it for you if you like. B: Year eleven.
M: Oh, really? Are you sure? A: So how long have you got left?
I: Of course. B: Well, if all goes well, I’ll have two more years.
M: Thanks. A: What are you going to do when you leave school?
I: So this is the living room. You’re welcome to watch Any plans?
TV, but you’ll probably have to watch Formula One as B: Well, if I can save enough money between now and
that’s all our son Theo really watches – when he’s not then, I’ll try and take a year off. Maybe go travelling.
playing video games. Dad doesn’t want me to, though.
M: Oh, right. Like my little brother. And here? A: No?
I: Oh, that’s the study. It’s a mess! OK, we won’t go in B: No, he just wants me to go straight to university
there. So come up the stairs … The toilet’s in here. It’s and study Business or something – and then when I
a bit, er, funny. Look – you need to press here for the finish, I can become just like him!
water … Like this. A: Yeah, well. He’s probably just worried about you.
M: Oh right, OK. Quickly. B: Yeah, right. Whatever!
I: This is the bathroom. The shower is new – it was Conversation 2
actually installed last month. C: So what degree are you doing, Pep?
M: Very nice. Can I use it? D: Maths.
I: Yes. There’s only one bathroom. We share it. C: Wow! OK. That sounds hard.
M: OK. So is it OK if I have a shower in the morning? D: Yeah, it can be, but I’m really enjoying it. To be
honest, the most difficult thing for me is doing the
whole degree in English, but my teachers are great. Then Mum and Dad helped me at home with my
Everybody has been very helpful. homework. And wow!
C: What year are you in? We have to do so much here!
D: My third, unfortunately. I’ve got my final exams I: Really?
next April! R: Yeah, I remember really crying about it when I first
C: Oh, OK. Well, good luck! came because we didn’t have to do much in primary
D: Thanks! in England – a bit of reading or something. Even now
C: What are you going to do after you finish my friends in England complain when they have to do
university? Any plans? 45 minutes in secondary school, but I often have two
D: Well, if I get the grades I want, I’ll probably do a hours – and sometimes study for tests on top of that.
Master’s somewhere. I: Wow! OK. That sounds hard. So are classes
C: Oh, OK. What in? The same subject? different?
D: Maybe. I’m not sure. I’m thinking of maybe doing R: Primary was, yeah. It’s funny, actually, because I did
Physics, actually. the last year of primary in England, but then I had to
C: Oh, right. Have you applied anywhere yet? do it again here because they have five years of
D: No, I haven’t, actually – not yet. But I probably will secondary school in England, but only four here, so
in the next few weeks. kids start when they’re twelve – not eleven. Sorry,
Conversation 3 what was the question again?
E: How’s work going, Dhanya? Are you enjoying it? I: Are classes different?
F: Yes, it’s great, thanks. I really like my colleagues and R: Oh yeah. Well, basically, in primary in England we
my boss – and I’m learning a lot as well. had the same teacher all day, but here we changed
E: Well, that’s good. teachers. I really liked some, but others were really
F: Yeah. I’m doing a course at the moment, actually. boring! Sometimes we just had to copy from the
E: Really? What kind? book. We didn’t use textbooks much in England and
F: It’s on project management. we did more projects and arty things.
E: Right. OK. So what does that involve? I: Right. So which do you prefer?
F: Well, today was only the second day, but we’ve R: It’s difficult to say. Now I’m at instituto –
talked about making decisions about what’s most I: Instituto?
important to do, planning, that kind of thing. It’s quite R: Oh right, it’s like high school – secondary school.
interesting – and I think it’ll be useful in the future. We finish at two o’clock every day and then we get
E: Sounds good. How long does the course last? almost three months off in the summer, whereas in
F: Four days – so just till the end of the week. England my friends finish at four and they only get six
weeks’ summer holiday. I chat to my friends in
Lesson 8C, Exercises 5 & 6 England still or read their updates on social media and
I = Interviewer, R = Rebecca they say school is boring too, and they get stressed
I: So how did you find school when you first moved to with exams and stuff – but then they have this thing
Madrid? here, where if your teacher fails you in some subjects,
R: A bit mixed, to be honest. I mean, I made friends you have to repeat the whole year! I don’t like that
quite quickly and everyone was very friendly, but I stress.
remember that to begin with, my little brother just
stood in the corner of the playground watching UNIT 9
everyone play. It was sad – so I sort of had to look
after him a bit, you know! Lesson 9A, Exercises 5 & 6
I: But he made friends in the end? Conversation 1
R: Yeah. A: Are you OK?
I: And could you speak Spanish when you first B: Yeah … no. I just slept badly.
arrived? A: Really? Do you suffer from that?
R: Kind of. Mum and Dad often speak it at home, so I B: No. I’m usually a good sleeper. No, I just felt bad. I
could understand a bit, yeah, but in class I couldn’t get had this ache in my legs and back. It was quite
everything, which wasn’t much fun. uncomfortable.
I: Did you have to do extra Spanish classes? A: That’s not good. Have you taken anything for it?
R: Not really. There was another girl in the class who B: I had some paracetamol, which helped. But I still
spoke English so she translated a lot at the beginning. feel a bit … weak.
A: Do you have a temperature? Maybe you’ve caught A: Now put your fingers in your ears. Bend down and
flu or something. put your head between your knees and swallow the
B: I don’t think so. water slowly.
A: Still, you should go to the doctor. Just to be sure. B: Mmmm?
B: Achh, you have to wait so long – and if it is flu, A: Swallow the water!
they’ll just tell me to rest and drink lots of water. B: Mmm.
A: True. You definitely ought to go home, though. You A: OK. You can breathe now. Have you still got them?
don’t want anyone else to catch it, whatever it is. B: Um, no, no, I don’t think so.
B: I guess. And now we’re talking, I can feel something A: You see. It works every time.
in my throat. It is a bit sore. B: Maybe, but I wouldn’t want to do it in front of
A: Yeah, you’re obviously not well. everyone! People would think I was mad!
B: I know. Conversation 2
A: Go home, rest, drink lots. C: Yes, can I help you?
B: Yes, doctor! D: Yes, I need something for this.
Conversation 2 C: You have an upset stomach?
C: Are you OK? That was a bad fall. D: Stomach, yes. It’s very bad.
D: Yeah, I think I’m OK. C: In what way? Have you been sick? Does it hurt? Is it
C: You’ve cut your head. There’s a bit of blood. diarrhoea?
D: Oh, right. I don’t know what happened there. D: Sorry, di …?
C: Maybe I should call an ambulance. C: I mean, are you going to the toilet a lot?
D: No, no, I’m OK. It’s not bleeding badly, is it? D: Oh, yes, yes. It’s very bad.
C: No, but why don’t you come and sit down here a C: But just to check. You haven’t been sick?
moment? D: No, but I’m very thirsty – and … I still … it’s a
I’ll go and get something for it. problem.
D: OK, thanks. C: I understand. It’s very unpleasant. You need these.
C: Just stay there. I’ll be back in a minute. They’ll stop the diarrhoea. Take two pills now and
Conversation 3 then one more if you go to the toilet and it’s still bad.
E: Are you OK? You weren’t in class yesterday. D: OK.
F: No, I had a really bad headache – I get them C: OK and because you are weak and thirsty, you
sometimes. should probably take this. You mix it with water.
E: Really? That’s not good. I have a friend who suffers D: Yes, yes.
from that too. C: What flavour would you like? Orange or
F: Yeah? blackcurrant?
E: Have you been to the doctor about it? D: Oh, orange.
F: Yeah, yeah. They’ve done tests, and there’s nothing C: Don’t take either for more than 48 hours. If by
obvious. Wednesday it’s still bad, go to the doctor.
E: Right. So they don’t know what causes it? D: OK.
F: I mean, I know sometimes it’s stress – and I have C: That’s £11.49.
allergies, so it might be that. Conversation 3
E: Right. It’s not nice for you, though. E: The burn’s not too bad. We’ll give you some cream
F: No, but it could be worse. They don’t happen too for it, but you’ll need some stitches in that cut. It’s
often and they don’t last very long. quite deep. What happened?
E: Well, that’s something, I guess. F: Well, I cut my head dancing with my son.
E: I’m sorry?
Lesson 9C, Exercise 7 F: I was dancing with my five-year-old son and I
Conversation 1 stepped on one of his toys and I fell and hit my head
A: Are you OK? on the side of the table.
B: Hic! Yeah, I’ve just got hiccups. Oh gosh! Hic! It’s E: Oh dear. What about the burn, then?
really annoying. F: Well, my wife came in when she heard me shout
A: Here. I know a cure. It never fails. and while she was helping me stand up, she knocked a
B: Hic. cup of coffee off the table and it went all over my leg.
A: Take some water in your mouth, but don’t drink it. E: Oh dear. I am sorry. I shouldn’t laugh!
B: Mmm. F: Don’t worry. It was very stupid!
E: Nurse, could you dress the burn after I’ve done A: Oh wait, sorry – the last last thing. Do we need to
these stitches? pay in full now?
G: Of course. R: Not in full, but we take a 10% deposit on a credit
card.
UNIT 10 A: So if we have to cancel for whatever reason, we
lose that money?
Lesson 10A, Exercises 6 & 7 R: I’m afraid so. The complete payment is made on
R = Receptionist, A = Antonio arrival.
R: Good afternoon, Hillborough Hotel. How can I help A: OK. Thanks. I’ll call back in a moment.
you?
A: Oh, hello. I’m thinking of booking a couple of Lesson 10A, Exercise 9
rooms, but I want to check some information first. R = Receptionist, A = Antonio
R: Sure. What would you like to know? R: OK, so can I take your credit card details for the
A: Er, well, do you have any triple rooms? deposit?
R: I’m afraid not. We only have doubles. A: Sure.
A: Oh, right. Is it possible to get a double with an extra R: What kind of card is it?
bed? My friends have a small kid. A: Visa.
R: Depending on other bookings, that should be fine. R: And the name on your card?
A: And how much would that be per night? A: Mr A Pereira. That’s P – E – R – E – I – R – A.
R: For the room, that’s £110 per night. R: OK. And the card number on the card?
A: Sorry. Does that include the cost of the extra bed or A: 1003 6566 9242 8307.
not? R: And the security number on the back of the card –
R: It does include it, yes. the last three digits there?
A: And breakfast is included too? A: 718.
R: I’m afraid not. It’s 125 with breakfast. What dates R: And the expiry date?
are you thinking of coming? A: 06 26.
A: Mmm, Tuesday the 12th to the 17th of August. R: And can I just take a contact number in case there
R: OK. Let me just check our availability. And you want are any problems?
two rooms including the one with the child. A: Sure. 0796 883 4121.
A: Yes, us and another double room for my friends.
R: Hmm, I’m afraid we’re fully booked that weekend Lesson 10C, Exercises 3 & 5
on the 16th and 17th. Conversation 1
A: And what if we came the previous weekend? A: Excuse me, excuse me. You can’t light a fire here.
R: Saturday night is full, but from Sunday through to B: But it’s only a small barbecue. On your website it
Friday we currently have rooms available. said it was fine.
A: So that’s the 10th till the 15th – including Friday A: It is, but not here. The ground’s very dry and tents
night? could catch
R: That’s correct. fire. We have a special area for barbecues.
A: OK. I’ll need to check with my friends about that. So B: But there’s no space there.
how much per night for both rooms? A: I’m afraid it’s always busy at this time. You can
R: 200 without breakfast and 230 with. book a
A: OK, and one last thing. We’re thinking of renting a barbecue place at the reception, though. We also sell
car. Can we get any reduced rates if we book through wood and lighters.
the hotel? B: And now?
R: You can, actually. We work with a local hire firm. A: I’m afraid you’ll have to wait till one becomes
The cost starts at £45 a day. available.
A: OK. Great. Do you have parking at the hotel? B: Ugh!
R: There is a car park, which is £20 a day, but there is Conversation 2
also some street parking nearby. C: Hi, this is Rena. We’re staying in your place.
A: Right. OK. Well, let me just talk to my friends and D: OK, yes. How are you? You arrived safely, then.
I’ll call you back in a moment. What’s your name, C: We got a bit lost on our way, but we followed your
please? instructions to get the key and it was all very clear.
R: Jackie, but any of my colleagues can deal with the D: Good.
booking.
C: It’s lovely, and thanks for leaving the snacks – we A: I know. All that plastic’s slowly destroying the sea
were really hungry when we got here. and killing millions of fish and birds and stuff.
D: Glad you like it. B: They should really just ban them.
C: Actually, about the food. There were some eggs in A: Good idea.
the fridge, but we can’t find a frying pan. Conversation 2
D: Really? There should be one there. C: Did you see that story about this new ‘exercise
C: We’ve looked in all the cupboards and we can only pill’?
find two big pans for pasta. D: No. What’s that?
D: Oh dear. I’ll bring one over as soon as I can. C: So, they’ve found that exercise makes this special
Probably around six, after I get back from work. thing in your blood – it’s like part of a protein, OK.
Conversation 3 D: Yeah.
E: I’m really sorry, sir. There are a lot of issues today. C: And it helps reduce the amount you eat. It makes
Where are you travelling to? you less hungry. So now they’re going to try and make
F: Miami, and then I’m getting a connection there to it into a pill.
go to Madrid. D: That sounds amazing.
E: Right. I’m afraid that flight is currently delayed by C: Yeah, it’s great.
three hours. Conversation 3
F: But what about my connection in Miami? E: Did you see what they’re planning to do on the
E: When you arrive there, our staff will explain your south coast?
options. They’ll probably organize a flight with F: No. What’s that?
another company, but it’s possible you’ll have to stay E: It said on the news that they’re going to destroy
overnight. some of the old factories there and create a wildlife
F: Really? area instead.
E: I’m afraid so. If that happens, they’ll take you to a F: Really? That’s great.
hotel and provide food and drink, but as I say, that E: I know, right?
might not be necessary. F: They should do more of that kind of thing all over.
Conversation 4 E: Definitely. We all need more green spaces.
G: Hi. Everything OK? Conversation 4
H: Not really. It was boiling in the room last night and G: Did you see that story about this new way of
you don’t have air conditioning. transporting drugs that they’ve discovered?
G: I know, but it doesn’t usually get this hot here. We H: No. What’s that?
have put a fan in there. G: Well, they now know how to move them without
H: It’s not very strong, though, and when I opened the them being affected by heat. In the past, they got hot
window the other girls in the room complained the when they moved them from place to place and that
traffic was keeping them awake. caused problems.
G: I’m sorry. I can’t help you with that. H: Oh, OK.
H: No, I guess not. Actually, what I came to tell you is G: Yeah. It said in the paper that it could save millions
one of the sinks in the bathroom is blocked. of lives.
G: Is there water on the floor? H: Really? Well, it makes a change to hear some good
H: No. news.
G: OK. I’ll have a look when I get the chance – we’re a G: Absolutely.
bit short of staff today.
Lesson 11C, Exercises 5 & 6
UNIT 11 P = Presenter, K = Karen
P: So the first question today is from Johan Tholson,
Lesson 11A, Exercises 5 & 6 who asks if it’s really true that we only use 10% of our
Conversation 1 brains? Karen?
A: Did you read that article about plastic bags at the K: Well, this idea has been around for a long time.
bottom of the sea? Since the early 20th century, it’s been the subject of
B: No. What’s that? many books, and more recently, the same idea
A: Well, they’ve found some plastic bags at the appears in a Luc Besson film called Lucy. Now, the
bottom of the Mariana Trench – the deepest part of idea that we could become much more intelligent if
the sea anywhere in the world. we use that secret 90% of our minds is exciting, but
B: Really? That’s awful! sadly, it’s 100% false.
P: That’s a shame! B: One minute. I’ll go into the kitchen. The signal’s
K: Yep. But research shows that even when you just better there.
say a few words, way more than 10% of the brain is … Can you hear me OK now?
used. In fact, scientists who map the brain haven’t A: Yeah. That’s much better.
found any area – and certainly not 90% of it – that B: Phew! Anyway, hi. I’m looking for Neil.
doesn’t affect thought or movement or feelings in A: Ah, he’s not up yet, I’m afraid. Is it urgent?
some way. B: No, it’s OK. Just tell him we’re meeting earlier – at
P: You’ve killed my biggest hope for the future right seven, not eight. And tell him he’s very lazy! Twelve
there. o’clock and still in bed!
K: Sorry. A: Well, he was out late last night.
P: Oh well. Anyway, next is a question from Francesca B: I see. So what time do you think he’ll be up?
Wilkins, whose mum doesn’t like her chewing gum A: I imagine in about an hour. He didn’t get back
and has told her that if it’s swallowed, it stays in the home till four.
stomach for ages. Is Mum right? B: Oh, right. Well, I’ll see him later. Thanks.
K: She won’t thank me for saying this, but she’s not, A: That’s OK. I’ll give him your message and get him to
no. My own parents told me it stayed inside you for call you back. Meet at seven, not eight.
seven years and I used to imagine this ball of gum B: Yeah.
growing in my stomach. A: Bye now.
Now, it is true that it isn’t designed to be swallowed – Conversation 2
and it’s also true that your body can’t break down C: Good morning, DBB. How can I help you?
chewing gum – but this doesn’t mean it stays in your D: Hello. Could I speak to Jane Simpson, please?
body. It actually goes right through you and then C: Of course. I’ll just put you through.
comes out in the bathroom like anything else. D: Thanks.
P: A bit too much information, but thank you. So next …
up, surely this one has to be a fact, Karen. Toby – aged C: She’s not picking up, I’m afraid. Let me just try
eight – asks, ‘Is it true that mice like cheese?’ again.
K: Thanks for the question, Toby. It’s a good one. As …
you probably know, cheese is often used when people E: Hello.
are trying to catch mice. Maybe you’ve seen it in Tom D: Hi. Jane?
and Jerry cartoons, say. Actually, though, mice aren’t E: No, it’s actually Poppy. I’m afraid Jane’s out visiting
that keen on cheese. They might eat it if there’s customers. Would you like to leave a message?
nothing else around, but studies show that if they’re D: Yeah, could you tell her Diane Lincoln from ASL
given a choice, they usually pick sweeter foods like called? And that I’ve already spoken to my boss and
fruit or chocolate. he said the price is fine, so we can go ahead with the
P: Really? So I’ve been wrong all these years? Lucky I work. Can you ask her to phone me when she gets
have a cat! So where does this idea come from, then? back so we can sort out the details?
K: Well, we don’t know for certain where this idea E: Of course. Has she got your number?
started, but in the old days, before people had fridges, D: I’m not sure. Let me give it to you anyway – just to
they used to hang meat from the ceiling, but cheese be on the safe side. It’s 0772 651 118.
was just covered in cloth, which made it easier for E: OK. 0772 651 118. And what was your name again?
mice to find and eat. During times of disease, people Sorry.
stopped eating cheese altogether because they D: Diane Lincoln. L – I – N – C – O – L – N. So when will
believed that mice were attracted to it. In fact, it was she be back?
probably just the easiest food the mice could find! E: Probably later this afternoon. I think she said she
was going for lunch with someone.
UNIT 12 D: Oh, right. Well, I hope I can speak to her today
because I’m actually away on holiday from tomorrow.
Lesson 12A, Exercises 4 & 5 E: Oh, right. Well, I’ll let her know. Bye!
Conversation 1 D: OK. Thanks. Bye.
A: Hey Brendan. What’s up?
B: Hey Liz. Is Neil there? He’s not answering his Lesson 12C, Exercises 2 & 5
phone. Conversation 1
A: Hello? Hello? Can’t hear you very well. It’s a bad A = Bank staff 1, K = Kenji, B = Bank staff 2
signal. A: Hello, Better Banking.
K: Oh, hello there. I need to cancel my cards, please. K: Well, as I told them, everything was in my bag.
As soon as possible. Then I said that I was renting the property – I didn’t
A: OK, no problem, but I’m afraid I have to take you own it – and the owner was actually abroad at the
through security first. Can I get your full name, moment and I couldn’t contact her … because her
please? number’s in my phone!
K: Um … oh, yes, of course. It’s Kenji Watanabe. That’s R: No! What a nightmare!
K–E–N–J… K: I know. So to cut a long story short, they said they
… couldn’t let me in – and so I need a place to sleep
A: OK. You’ve passed security fine. I’ll just put you tonight!
through to the right department. One moment,
please. UNIT 13
…
B: Thanks for waiting. So, I’ve cancelled your cards Lesson 13A, Exercises 5 & 6
and ordered new ones, and they’ll be with you in the A: OK. So what do you want to watch?
next three to four days. We’ll also send you a new PIN B: I’m not sure. Do you want to have a look while I
number for each card. make some tea?
K: Oh, that’s great. Thank you so much for your help. A: Sure, Let’s see. Oh, Ozark – I still haven’t watched
Conversation 2 the last season!
C = Police officer, K = Kenji B: I’ve never seen an episode!
C: OK. So can you just tell me how it happened? A: Ah you should! It’s so good. I mean, it’s a bit
K: Yes. I was in a café with a friend and we were violent, but they’re great characters.
chatting and I put my bag down by my side and I guess B: Maybe – but I’m not really watching any series at
someone took it while I wasn’t looking. the moment. I don’t have the time.
C: And did you see what this person looked like? A: I know what you mean.
K: Sadly not, no. I didn’t even realize it had happened B: What films are there?
until we were leaving. But maybe there were cameras A: Let’s see … um … Up in the Air – seen it, Heat –
there? seen it, Titanic – seen it like, 60 times.
C: We’ll check and see. B: Yeah, love it, but definitely not Titanic.
K: Thank you. A: Man Up – not seen it, but it’s not supposed to be
C: And I can give you a crime reference number so you very good.
can contact your insurance company, if you have one. B: Really? What’s it about?
K: OK. And what about my bag? A: It’s a British romcom about a couple on a blind
C: Well, it’s a big city and obviously we don’t have the date.
people to go and look for the person who did this, but B: Hmm. Who’s in it?
if we do find anything, we’ll let you know. A: Lake Bell and Simon Pegg.
Conversation 3 B: Don’t know either of them.
K = Kenji, R = Ruth A: Anyway, I don’t want to see it. How about Infernal
K: Hey, Ruth, it’s Kenji. Affairs? I’d watch that again.
R: Hey, Kenji! How are you doing? I’m so sorry your B: What kind of film is it?
bag was stolen. I didn’t notice anyone take it either – A: It’s a Chinese thriller. It’s set in Hong Kong.
they were very quick! B: OK.
K: Yes, they really were! A: It’s great – very exciting. It’s basically about a police
R: So did you manage to deal with everything? officer who’s acting as a criminal and a criminal who’s
K: That’s actually why I’m calling, Ruth. I’ve got a bit of acting as a police officer.
a problem. B: Sounds a bit complicated ...
R: Oh no! What’s up? A: OK. Not that. Oooh, Roma – I loved that film.
K: Well, I called the company that does the locks and I B: Me too – it’s so beautiful. I think I need something
told them someone had stolen my bag and that it had lighter tonight though. I’m quite tired.
my keys in it, so I needed to get into my apartment. A: True. It is a bit slow … maybe another night.
R: Right. B: Definitely.
K: And they said I’d need new locks fitted as well – to A: La La Land?
be on the safe side. But then they asked if I could B: Oh no! Why do people like that film?
prove my identity and address. A: It’s good! I guess it depends if you like musicals!
R: And?
B: No, but even then ... the songs ... they’re just a bit just liked the cover and what it said on the back. And
… blah. when I read it, I loved it, because it mixes being a
A: Ahh, they’re great! And it’s romantic! good thriller with saying things about relationships
B: We’ll have to disagree. and society. Since then, I’ve read all her books. She’s
A: OK. What about In-touch-ables or Intouchables – won lots of prizes and some of her books have been
I’m not sure how it’s pronounced. Actually, I’ve made into films. The films are OK, but I prefer the
wanted to see that for ages. books.
B: Don’t know it. What’s it about? 4: I’ve wanted to be an artist since I was about five. I
A: Basically, it’s about this rich guy who becomes remember I did this drawing of our dog and my
disabled after an accident … parents were like, ‘wow, that’s so good’ and they kept
B: Sounds a bit heavy. showing it to their friends. I liked the attention. When
A: Wait! Give me a chance … He’s looking for I was in secondary school, I started doing paintings of
someone to help him and he employs this friends and that’s my main interest now. My favourite
unemployed ex-criminal. painter is Kehinde Wiley. He does these incredible
B: It still sounds heavy. portraits of Black people with beautiful colourful
A: No it’s not, it’s not. It says it’s a comedy drama. It’s backgrounds. Maybe you’ve seen the one he did of
supposed to be about their relationship – how they the US president Barack Obama? As a person of
help each other. colour, I also love seeing people like me in a gallery.
B: OK.
A: It’s had great reviews. UNIT 14
B: Can we watch it in English? I’m not sure I want to
read subtitles. Lesson 14A, Exercise 4
A: I don’t think so. Why didn’t you say before? R = Rocío, A = Aisha
B: What was the first film you mentioned? R: So, Aisha, the festival – it’s in two weeks, right?
A: I give up – you look. A: Yeah. I can’t wait. Are you looking forward to it?
R: Sorry?
Lesson 13C, Exercises 3 & 5 A: Are you looking forward to the festival? Are you
1: I’ve been a BTS fan for eight years now. It started excited? There are so many bands I want to see.
when I was ill in bed and a friend shared a playlist of R: Of course. It’s great, but I’m also a bit nervous.
K-pop videos to watch. At first, I wasn’t keen, but then A: It’ll be fine. You’ll have a great time.
I watched BTS performing Satoori Rap live on a talent R: Yes, but we still need to organize things!
show. They were different – their singing, their A: Oh, I see – I think we can do that next week.
energy, their style, everything. So then I went on the R: But where are we going to sleep?
internet and listened to their albums and found out A: I have my tent and I have a spare sleeping bag you
more about them, how they write their own songs can use.
and what the songs mean. And I became a real ARMY, R: I know, but what about … the thing that you put on
which is what we call ourselves in this great the floor. You sleep on it.
community of people who share a love for all things A: Oh, a mattress. Yeah, I usually just use my yoga
BTS. mat.
2: I’m a keen gamer. I think I’ve been playing every R: But that’s very uncomfortable. How do you sleep?
day since I was about six. I started with Angry Birds™ A: It’s only a couple of nights.
on my dad’s old iPad, but then Minecraft came out. R: You don’t have one which you, um, how do you say,
Wow. That was incredible. First you explore these inflar – you put air in it.
different worlds, but then you can use your A: Ah, no. Those air beds are so heavy and then you
imagination and build your own. Then, for about a have to take a pump – you know the thing you use to
year, Fortnite® replaced it as my favourite, because blow it up – to put the air in.
some friends were playing it a lot. But I got bored of R: I see. And what about eating – we’ll need a cooker,
just shooting and killing and went back to Minecraft. right?
There’s so many ways to play, you never get tired of A: I think we can manage without one. We can buy
it. It’s just very creative. food there instead – there are lots of stalls which sell
3: I read a lot of history, politics, family dramas, crime all kinds of dishes.
novels, all kinds of things, I suppose. Claudia Piñeiro R: But that’s very expensive.
has been my favourite writer over the last few years. I
first picked up one of her books in a shop because I
A: Maybe a bit, but if we take a gas cooker, we’ll also have that rock on my desk to stop papers blowing
need to take gas and pans, plates, bowls, mugs, away and that girl is my wife!
cutlery. Extract 4
R: Cut … ? C: Your uncle left you a present.
A: Sorry, cutlery – you know, knife, fork and spoon. D: Oh cool. What? That big box?
And we’ll have to carry all this stuff. The place where C: Yep – he seemed quite pleased with it.
you camp is quite a long way from the car park. D: Oh …
R: OK. I understand, but maybe we can take food that C: What is that? Is it supposed to be the Eiffel Tower?
we don’t need to cook – bread, cheese, fruit. Do you D: I think so.
have a, um, what do you call the thing to carry – for C: Your uncle said something about how much you
cold food? like learning French.
A: A cool box. No, but maybe we won’t need one. It’ll D: Well, French is cool, but this is so … ugly!
be OK for, say, two days and then on the last day we C: You actually do need a light next to your bed.
can buy something instead. D: I’m not having that in my bedroom! It’ll look silly.
R: OK. That sounds good. I’ll bring some of those C: Well, we can’t throw it away.
tissues to clean your hands – the wet ones. Extract 5
A: OK, wet wipes, sure. Well that’s everything, I think. My best friend Dietmar and I are both worried about
R: Everything? No! What about the sleeping bag … the environment, so neither of us thinks we should
buy birthday presents just because society expects it.
Lesson 14C, Exercise 2 Instead, to celebrate each other’s birthdays, we just
Extract 1 arrange to do something nice together. This year we
My big sister usually gives me something for my went for a bike ride in the mountains. We also always
birthday, but it’s not usually anything very original – a recycle the same card we gave each other the
T-shirt or a book or something. This year was a bit previous birthday, which is great, because we save
different though. She sent me an empty chocolate box paper and we never get older! The card always says
with a small piece of paper inside. The paper had a ‘Happy eighteenth birthday!’
website address written on it. When I looked up
the address, I realized that the website was the UNIT 15
present! I love writing and my sister always says more
people should see my stuff. The site was called Angela Lesson 15A, Exercises 4 & 5
the Writer and she’d already posted one of my short 1: I’ve been here almost two years now, but I’m
stories on there with a lovely design. actually going to go back home in a few months’ time.
Extract 2 Don’t get me wrong. I have enjoyed it here. I mean,
A: What should we get him as a leaving present? the climate’s great, the food’s great and I love the
B: Well he says he wants to get fitter, so I’m thinking people – but the economy’s not doing well at the
of some sports stuff like trainers or a tennis racket? moment. Unemployment’s gone up quite a lot since
A: Does he play tennis? the start of the year, and people aren’t sure they’re
B: Well, he likes watching it! going to have jobs in a year’s time, so it feels like a
A: How about a mountain bike? He used to cycle to good time to leave.
work, but his bike was stolen last year and he hasn’t 2: We don’t have much of a gap between rich and
replaced it yet. poor here, which is good, and average salaries are
B: That’s quite generous – can we afford that? quite high, so most people get paid pretty well. Also,
A: Well, it doesn’t have to be top of the range and we workers are well protected by the law, so we have
can ask everyone at work to pay something. good job security. I guess that’s why people often say
B: That’s true – there are a lot of us. Let’s do it. we’re one of the happiest countries in the world. It’s
Extract 3 certainly not because of our weather, anyway. That’s
A few years ago, I was on a first date and the girl said for sure.
she had a present for me. I was a bit embarrassed and 3: I work for a big company and we’re currently
was thinking why didn’t I buy her some flowers or a having quite a hard time because our currency is so
box of chocolates? She then hands me a smooth strong at the moment. I mean, I know it’s good for
round rock and she says, ‘I want you to have people going on holidays abroad and it’s obviously
something you’ll never forget and can tell your cheaper if you want to buy foreign goods, but for us,
children about.’ I said ‘thanks’ to be polite, but I it’s a big problem. We sell a lot in other countries, and
actually thought it was pretty strange! Now, though, I the exchange rate means that our product is much
more expensive for people paying in other currencies. D: It’s very old. From the 1960s. It’s hard to find things
We’re losing sales and I’m not sure how we’ll like that in this condition.
manage. E: Oh, yes. Well, it is very nice. So how much?
4: I’m quite lucky, I guess, because the cost of living’s D: Let’s call it 200.
still quite low in my town. I used to work in the capital E: £200? Oof!
and things are much cheaper here. I mean, eating out D: Take it or leave it. It’s up to you.
is half the price. You can get a three-course meal for E: I like it, but look. It’s not in perfect condition.
about seven dollars here, but a meal there costs more There’s a mark here.
like fifteen or even twenty. Of course, people earn D: OK, fair enough. So let’s say 180.
more there as well, but it soon goes. I think life is E: No, sorry. It’s still too much. Thank you.
better here, to be honest. It’s where I grew up and D: OK, OK, wait a minute. The best price I can manage
life’s a bit slower – not everything’s about work. is 150. If I sold it for any less, I’d lose money.
5: I won’t lie. Times are hard. Food prices have gone Conversation 3
up a lot over the last couple of years. I mean, basic F: It’d be worth every penny. And if I don’t buy it,
things like bread and potatoes are much more someone else will.
expensive than they used to be, and gas and G: So you’ve said, but a thousand pounds is a
electricity are even worse! Prices are two or three thousand pounds – and we’re not made of money.
times higher than they were last year. I’m a teacher F: I know, but if I don’t have a car, then I’ll have to
and a lot of my teacher friends have changed jobs keep getting the bus into town. And that’s not cheap
because they couldn’t afford to live on the money either. Prices have just gone up.
they made. One funny thing, though, is that people G: Look, if we had the money, we’d be happy to lend
have started sharing ‘horror receipts’ on social media it to you, but we don’t, so we can’t. And anyway,
– they post photos of receipts of super expensive food you’re working now, so surely you can save up and get
they bought on holiday at the seaside. something yourself.
F: I would if I could, Mum, honestly, but it’s just
Lesson 15C, Exercises 5 & 8 impossible! I’ve got my rent to pay, my food, my
Conversation 1 travel costs.
A: Yes, Sir? G: Let me talk to your father, OK? Maybe we can
B: Can we get the bill, please? borrow some money from the bank.
A: Certainly. One moment. F: Really? Oh, that’d be brilliant!
B: Thanks. G: And you can pay us back over time, OK?
C: How much is it? Conversation 4
B: Don’t worry. I’ll get this. It’s my treat. H: I’m afraid your card was cancelled because of some
C: Are you sure? I don’t mind paying half. irregular activity that we noticed.
B: No, really. It’s fine. After all, I asked you out. I: Irregular activity? What do you mean?
C: Thanks. It’s really kind of you. H: Well, for instance, did you have lunch in Singapore
B: Oh no! last week?
C: What’s up? I: No! I’ve never been there in my life.
B: I’ve just realized I left my wallet in my other jacket. H: Right. Well, we think your details were probably
It’s got all my credit cards and cash in it! I’ll have to go stolen sometime last month and after that, someone
and get it. started using it abroad.
C: Don’t be silly. It’s too far to go. I’ll pay today. I: Really? How did they manage to do that? And will I
B: Are you sure? I’ll pay you back as soon as I can, I get a refund?
promise. H: We’re still trying to find out exactly what
C: No, it’s fine. Honestly. Oh! Wow! Right. That’s a lot! happened, but we’ll refund any stolen money, and
I hope they accept my credit card! we’re sending you a new card today. You’ll then
Conversation 2 receive your new PIN number after you get the card.
D: That looks great on you. They’re sent separately for security reasons.
E: Really?
D: Yeah. Really suits you. I’d get that if I were you – UNIT 16
before someone else does.
E: Maybe. How much is it? Lesson 16A, Exercises 5 & 6
D: Well, it’s vintage 60s, you see. Conversation 1
E: Sorry? A: Did you have a nice weekend?
B: Yes, it was great, actually. Lesson 16C, Exercises 2 & 4
A: Yeah? What did you do? 1: We call April the 21st Kartini Day. It’s the day that
B: One of my oldest friends got married on Saturday, Raden Adjeng Kartini was born in 1879. She’s very
so I went to the wedding in the afternoon and then important in Indonesia because she fought for
the reception later on. It was really good. women’s rights at a time when we were very much
A: Oh yeah? second-class citizens. She set up the country’s first all-
B: Yeah. They hired an old castle on the coast for it. It girls school and really helped to change the country
was an amazing place. And they had a big buffet for the better. There’s still some way to go, sure, but
there, with really good food, and a DJ and everything. it’s important to remember her life and celebrate it
A: That sounds great. What was the music like? every year.
B: It was good, actually. Much better than I was 2: My great-grandmother on my mum’s side was
expecting. They hired this guy who played loads of old Ukrainian. We never met, as she died before I was
hits, so the dance floor was full all evening. born, but a few years ago my mum and I decided to
Conversation 2 go on a trip to the village that she came from. We
C: Did you do anything last night? spent a night in the house she’d been born in, which
D: Yeah, I did, actually. I went to a friend’s house- was very moving. The people were very welcoming
warming party. She’s just moved into this new flat. It’s and I felt a real connection with the place. It was
an amazing place. The building it’s in used to be a incredible – a day I’ll never forget.
church. 3: The tenth of January will always be a very special
C: Oh wow! So what was the party like? Was it good? day for me, as it’s the anniversary of the day David
D: It was great to begin with, yeah. All the other Bowie died. His death in 2016 was a real tragedy and I
guests were lovely. Everyone was really warm and still miss having him around and still feel his loss
friendly and very easy to talk to, but then this guy I today. He was an incredible person and touched the
used to go to school with arrived. lives of millions of people all over the world. One of
C: OK. my biggest regrets is that I never got to see him play
D: Yeah, I never used to get on with him, and to make live, but after he died, I did fly from Poland to London
things worse, he was with someone from my old to see all the flowers and paintings and stuff that
office. people left in Brixton, where he grew up. That was
C: Oh dear. So what did you do? amazing.
D: Well, it sort of spoiled the night for me, to be 4: When I was 23 or 24, I spent six months travelling
honest. I didn’t stay much longer after that. round south-east Asia. It was an amazing time in my
Conversation 3 life and I had lots of great experiences, but perhaps
E: So what did you do last night? Anything the day I remember best was when I climbed Mount
interesting? Kinabalu in Malaysia, one of the highest mountains in
F: Yeah, I had a little dinner party. the region. We started climbing at midnight, with a
E: Oh, really? What was the occasion? local guide, and we reached the peak just as the sun
F: There wasn’t one. I just felt like inviting some was coming up. It was incredibly beautiful.
friends round and cooking for them. 5: The 24th of March is a very special day for me, as
E: Nice. So how did it go? Was it good? it’s the anniversary of the day that I got my sight back.
F: Yeah, it was lovely. It was nice to see people and Thirteen years ago, my eyes were damaged in an
chat. accident at work and I was told I’d never see again.
E: How many people came? However, two years ago, I agreed to have this special
F: Twelve. new operation. It was still in the experimental stage,
E: Wow! That’s a lot of cooking. but amazingly, it worked, and thanks to the team that
F: I know! It took me ages to get everything ready. did the operation, I can now see my two kids. I’ll
E: Did you cook everything yourself? always be grateful for that!
E: Yeah.
F: You must be a good cook.
E: I don’t know about that! I just follow recipes.
F: So what did you do?
E: Well, for starters, I did grilled aubergines covered in
yoghurt and served with a slightly spicy sauce and
then …