Unit 01 Our Bodies Kyle I can see it. Looking at it makes my leg hurt more.

Doctor Don’t worry. The shin bone is very strong, which is

probably why it’s not a full break.
Warm Up
Kyle I see.
Doctor Next is the hip bone which doesn’t have any
problem.
￭ Script Kyle Okay.
Alice What are you looking at on your smartphone, David? Doctor Let me see your ankles. Does your right ankle hurt
David Hey, Alice. I’m looking at the many bones in the a bit?
human body. Kyle A little bit.
Alice Bones? Are you doing your science homework or Doctor The ankle bone is okay, but the muscle around the
something like that? bone is a bit swollen compared to the left one.
David No. I started wondering how we move. Kyle Can you see muscle damage on an X-ray too?
Alice Oh, I see. Show me the picture. Wow, there are more Doctor No, we can only see the state of the bones on an
bones than I had thought! X-ray. However, just with the naked eye, I can see
David Yes. Don’t be too surprised but we have 206 bones your right ankle is swollen, so you don’t need an
in total! MRI or anything like that.
Alice Really? Kyle I see.
David Absolutely. Look at your thumb. You can bend it Doctor You have to apply an ice pack to your right ankle
once, which means you have two bones in your and wear a cast on your left leg. The cast will cover
thumb. your ankle to your thigh.
Alice Oh, then my index finger has three bones, right? Kyle My whole left leg?
David Right. Try to guess how many bones your head has. Doctor Yes. And you must wear the cast for 6 - 10 weeks.
Alice Well, one? It will be that long until you can play soccer again.
David Twenty-two bones! Kyle That’s so long!
Alice Wow, amazing! Doctor You need to take it easy and get lots of rest.

Topic 1 X-ray Marks the Spot Topic 2 Human Body’s Largest Organ

￭ Script
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Doctor Hi, Kyle. What brings you here?
Kyle I was playing soccer, and I got tackled hard. My left Biology Hey, everyone! Today, we’re talking about the
teacher human body’s largest organ. What do you think
leg is in pain.
Doctor Because you’re limping, I don’t think you broke your the largest organ is?
Chloe What about the intestines? I read that the small
leg. But I will take an X-ray to be sure.
Doctor Let’s see. As I suspected, your left leg is not and large intestines are around 7.5 meters long.
Biology That’s a good guess, Chloe, but no. The human
completely broken. You have a slight fracture on
your shin bone. teacher body’s largest organ is the skin!
Luke I didn’t know our skin is an organ.
Kyle Phew, what a relief! These are images of my leg.
That’s amazing! Biology Many people think organs are only on the
teacher inside of our body; such as internal organs like
Doctor Yes, this must be your first X-ray. Okay. That is the
shin bone. Do you see this here, between the knee the lungs. But our skin is also an organ with
many functions that are just as important as
and ankle?
 our internal organs. brains actually control everything we do. The
Aria What functions does the skin have? human brain is made of 10 0 billion neurons, and
Biology First, the skin protects our muscles, bones, they exchange information constantly. The biggest
teacher internal organs, etc. part of the brain receives information through our
Luke Is that because our skin is the outermost part five senses: sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing.
of our body? This is the part that feels hot and cold and, smells
Biology That’s right, Luke. And the skin keeps things delicious food. It also controls complicated mental
teacher like bacteria outside the body from going into activities like memory, inference, judgment, etc. The
the body. It’s protective in this way as well. biggest part has two hemispheres, the right side
What other functions does the skin have? and the left side. Each hemisphere controls the
Aria We can feel hot and cold with our skin. opposite side of the body. And in general, the left
Biology Yes, Aria. Our skin reacts to sensations like heat, hemisphere controls speech, writing,
teacher cold, touch, pressure, etc. What else? Do you comprehension, etc. The right hemisphere controls
need a hint? creativity, artistic and musical skills, etc.
Chloe, Yes! Another part of the brain controls body heat,
Luke, and muscle control, movement, physical ability, etc.
Aria Another part controls your breathing and
Biology Okay. The skin on an average human body has heartbeat. Maybe you’ve seen some people who
teacher around 2 billion tiny holes. are able to breathe, but can’t do anything else.
Chloe Wow, so many! Why do we need those? That’s because their brain’s function is limited.
Biology When we sweat, we remove body waste There is no end when talking about the human
teacher through our sweat holes called pores. Through brain, but hopefully my small speech was helpful
this, we can keep our body temperature stable. for you. Thanks for listening!
Chloe The skin has a lot more functions than I
thought!
Biology So, you should clean your skin to keep it healthy.
teacher If you don’t, you can get infections or pores can
be blocked. Your skin can become itchy or
painful. Keeping your skin healthy keeps the rest
of your body healthy as well.

￭ Script
1
Topic 3 Brain Power a. The man is getting caught in the rain.
b. The man is wiping his forehead.
c. The man’s T-shirt is wet with sweat.
d. The man’s T-shirt is black.

2 a. The doctors are hanging up an X-ray on the wall.

b. The doctors are getting an X-ray of their legs.
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c. The doctors are holding up a painting.
James Hi, guys. I’m James and today I’m speaking about
d. The doctors are looking at an X-ray.
the human brain. A long time ago, people didn’t
know that the brain controlled every function and 3 G: What happened to your leg? You are
action of the human body. They thought that the limping.
organs worked independently, and each muscle B: I hurt my ankle when I fell off my bike
worked individually. However, someone found out yesterday.
that the ability to speak was related to the brain. G: Is your ankle broken?
This discovery came from when people who B: ____________________________________
suffered brain damage had difficulty speaking. Our
 a. The ankle is where the foot and leg meet. 7 G: Doctor, I thought a part of my leg bone was
b. No, it is just a little swollen. broken.
c. My bike is okay. It isn’t broken. M: Here is the X-ray of your leg. I think the
d. Things like this happen all the time. bones are fine.

4 G: Wow! This is interesting but I don’t

B: Wow! I didn’t realize how interesting the
understand what I am seeing.
brain is.
M: These are your lower leg bones and ankle.
G: I know. What an interesting class!
You can see there are no breaks.
B: What did you like the most about the brain?
G: Then why does it hurt?
G: ____________________________________
M: I think the muscles are hurt a bit, but the
a. Yes. The body’s organs do special jobs.
bones are fine, Sally.
b. I like the class because the teacher is very good.
c. It’s interesting that the brain controls everything. 8 B: I am Tom. Last week while playing soccer, I
d. I agree. Without a good brain, it would be hard to fell and scratched the skin on my leg. I didn’t
study. think anything of it because it wasn’t even

5 bleeding. I continued to play soccer. The

a. B: Oh, is this an X-ray of your arm?
next day, my skin was red and itchy. Then I
G: Yes! I took a picture of my X-ray!
remembered something from biology class.
b. B: Why is your finger red and swollen?
What happened is that I didn’t clean the skin
G: Bacteria got into my body when I got a cut.
properly and bacteria got in. So, what we
c. B: How long will you have your leg in a cast?
learn in class is important.
G: Yes, it is because there is a slight fracture.
d. B: I think the skin is an amazing organ, don’t 9~10 G: Did you understand the class on the brain
you? today?
G: Yes, it certainly is. B: Well, there were many new words but I think

6 I understood a lot of it.

a. G: Do you remember which part of the brain
G: I didn’t. It was like learning a new language.
uses memory?
B: Well, let me help you. The first thing we
B: I can’t remember the name but it is the
learned is that the biggest part of the brain
biggest part.
has two parts.
b. G: How does the skin keep the body
G: Are those the hemispheres?
temperature stable?
B: Yes. Actually, hemisphere means “a half
B: It does that by sweating.
sphere.”
c. G: I’m excited about getting my cast-off
G: I see. And what do they do?
tomorrow.
B: Those parts do almost everything, such as
B: I’m sure it will feel good to have it off.
feeling heat and touch, making words, and
d. G: I am surprised that the brain controls the
remembering things.
heart rate.
B: I think my heart beats about 70 times per 11~13 B: Hi, I’m Elton. My science project is about
minute. sweating. Do you know why we sweat? It
isn’t just to look bad after exercising. Our
body makes and releases sweat through
holes in our skin called pores. But why? It
does this to cool down. Sweat is mostly
water and the sun and heat make the water
in our sweat evaporate. Evaporating is when
a liquid like water turns into a gas. When
sweat does this, it takes heat away from our
body.
Unit 02 Performance Gina That’s really good. And it’s also good to keep the
show time within 30 minutes, otherwise our
audience will get bored. I will make a script based
Warm Up
on the original story.
Jeff Great! Then I will come up with the funny motions.
Gina, you can do this with me. We can work off the
￭ Script
script.
Shelly Hey, George. I was looking for you.
Gina Okay. If we work together, it will take 3-4 days to
George Hi, Shelly. What did you need me for?
complete the script.
Shelly There is a new school play coming up and I was
Ken I will make some clothes for our puppets and props.
hoping you would audition with me.
The puppets are the emperor, some servants, the
George What would I do in a play?
tailor, and the child who tells the truth. We can make
Shelly You have good pronunciation, so I think you can
background sounds for the crowd.
play the main role.
Jeff Great. After finishing the script, Gina and I will work
George Oh, an actor! I’ve never thought about acting
with you.
before. Do you think I’d be okay?
Ken Okay. When we practice dealing with the puppets,
Shelly Because we still have a lot of time, I’m sure you
first can you help me practice keeping the strings
could do it well.
untangled, Gina? During the last show, I had trouble
George I hope so. I am good at remembering things, so I
with the strings on my puppets getting tangled.
will be able to remember the lines.
Gina Of course, Ken. I’ll show you my technique and then
Shelly Great! After school today, if you have time, let me
watch you. I’m sure we can figure it out quickly.
tell you more about our play.
George See you in a little bit.

Topic 2 Real Tips on the Stage

Topic 1 Three Puppeteers

￭ Script
Teacher Today, we finish rehearsing our lines. Next week,
￭ Script we will have rehearsals with stage movement and
Ken Guys, do you remember that we are going to the directing. Lucas, are you okay? You look worried.
hospital to put on a puppet show for the children Lucas Teacher, I don’t think my pronunciation is perfect.
there? Teacher Why don’t you practice more? Real actors and
Jeff We have only one month! We need to prepare. actresses practice their lines with a ballpoint pen
Gina Which story is the best, Jeff? between their lips to have better pronunciation.
Jeff I’ve read The Emperor’s New Clothes before to my Lucas I will do that.
young nephew who is 5 years old, and he loved it! Teacher The important thing isn’t about perfection, but
What about that story? it’s about emotions. You can say the words
Ken I think it’s good because the children in the hospital perfectly, but without emotion, no one will care.
are 4-5 years old. And the original story is funny. Lucas Really?
They will love our show even more if we add funny Teacher Yes! If you become the character, feel the
actions. emotions of the scene, and emote onto the
Jeff Yes, Ken. Our goal is to make the children forget stage, then the words will come.
they’re in the hospital and really lift their spirits, so Lucas I see. But the bigger problem I’m having is I can’t
the funnier the better. remember my lines well.
Teacher Right now, that’s not a big deal. We have a few important. The applicants for makeup will have to
more weeks and we will practice on the stage prepare sketches and concept art, like those for
over and over again. That will help you. stage design. The last interview is for people in
Lucas I know practicing is important and I will do my charge of music. You need to pick some music for
best. Please let me know some more real tips. the play before the interview and explain why you
Teacher Draw a little story based on the words in your chose those pieces. Okay, I think that is all. I will
script in your head. You can visualize the pictures notify you about auditions for actors after all those
during the rehearsals. positions are filled. Thank you for listening.
Lucas So for example, if the word ‘forest’ is in my line,
do I imagine trees?
Teacher Right. Think of it as a mental cue. Say the words
while recalling the picture. That way, when you
are onstage, you can visualize the pictures to cue
your dialogue.
Lucas I will try that! I’ll practice your tips before the next
rehearsal! Thank you, teacher.

￭ Script
1 a. There are two puppeteers.
Topic 3 Notice of Drama Club b. The puppet show does not have a background.
c. The puppets are handled by strings.
d. The puppets are above the puppeteers.

2 a. The actor is putting makeup on himself.

b. The actor is putting makeup on another actor.
c. The actor in costume is on the stage.
￭ Script d. The actor is looking at another actor.

Ryan Hello, I am Ryan, president of the Drama Club. As 3 G: What part of the school play are you
all of you know, we have decided to perform the interested in?
play Frankenstein this year. We will have club B: I think I will try out for the stage crew.
interviews: People who want to be the director and G: What do they do?
scriptwriter, those who want to be in stage B: ____________________________________
management, makeup, and music will prepare for a. Yes, I can help you with your lines again.
interviews. The literature, music, and gym teachers b. I think my pronunciation isn’t very good, so I get
will do the interviews. We are going to do the stressed.
interviews in the following order. The first interview c. They build the sets and change things between
is for the director. The applicants will talk about scenes.
themes for the play. You must read and know the d. The camera crew is on the film set now.
original story before the interview. The interviewees
4 B: I’m excited about our puppet show at the
for scriptwriting will prepare scripts for the first 5
hospital next week.
minutes of the play. You can write the lines based
G: Me too. I think we will be ready for
on the original story. Next, we need a stage
everything if we can rehearse tomorrow.
manager who is in charge of stage design, which
B: Okay. What do I need to bring to rehearsal?
includes lighting, furniture, etc. The interviewees for
G: ____________________________________
stage design will have to prepare sketches and
concept art of what they intend to use. The next
interview is for a makeup manager. The monster is
our main character, and his makeup will be more
complicated than others, so the makeup artist is
 a. You should bring your puppet and props. 8 G: Hello Auntie. This is Sarah! I’m leaving a
b. Yes, the show we watched was well rehearsed. message to call me back. I need your help. I
c. I’ll ask them if it is okay that we go there have joined a school play but I can’t
tomorrow. remember the lines. I heard you are acting in
d. I’ll be out of the hospital when my fever goes down. university and you are really good. I really

5 need some tips. My teacher has made us

a. B: Who is the new director for the school play?
practice over and over, but I feel like I am
G: I think they are still interviewing people for
forgetting the lines as fast as I learn them.
that position.
Please call me back and give me some tips.
b. B: I’m sorry my puppets got tangled during the
Thank you!
show.
G: No problem. The children didn’t think it was 9~10 M: Okay, Mary, why are you applying for the
a mistake. director of the play?
c. B: Do you have any tips for remembering my G: First, I love the play Romeo and Juliet.
lines? I watched the movie several times.
G: If you use a ruler, you can draw straighter M: You had some experience writing scripts
lines. when you were in the first and second
d. B: Will my pronunciation sound better if I put grade. Can you handle working with many
this pen between my lips? people?
G: Yes, it will. G: Actually, I worked as a director before as

6 well because the original director was in the

a. G: Once the script is done, can I start practicing
hospital for about three weeks. I think I did a
funny gestures with the puppets?
good job.
B: Yes, you can. Within this week, I will complete
M: So, can you help the scriptwriter re-write the
the script.
script? You would need to make the original
b. G: How can you remember your lines perfectly?
script shorter.
B: I practiced over and over again.
G: Yes, of course. It’s my area.
c. G: Are you going to apply for the makeup artist
M: Okay. I have one more question. If there is
position for our school drama club?
trouble among the staff, how can you solve
B: Yes. I think it will be a great experience for
the problems?
my future job.
G: It depends on what kind of problem it is, but
d. G: When will they ask for actors?
I will try to listen to my staff carefully first.
B: The director asked the main actors to build
M: I see. We’ll call you within 2-3 days.
more muscle.
G: Thank you.
7 B: Here is the finished puppet stage. What do
11~13 W: Okay, students. First, I want to say that I’m
you think, Tiffany?
always happy to be the teacher that helps
G: Wow! It is better than I thought it would be,
you with your play. I think you are all doing
Peter.
very well and I also think that our school
B: Thanks. Did you finish the script?
play will be the best. However, we still have
G: Almost. It is a bit too long right now, so I am
a few things to do. Our dress rehearsal is
trying to make it shorter.
next week. I need all the actors to try on the
B: That’s good because we only have 20
costumes to make sure they fit. Also, keep
minutes.
memorizing the lines. Stage crew, I need you
G: Yeah. It’s not easy to rewrite the script in
to fix the lighting for the third scene. It
such a short time, but I’m doing my best.
seems to be a bit too bright and too fast. I
B: I know it is hard but you always do it very
think the music is good but make sure you
well.
remember the timing. Other than that, we
are ready for an audience. Director, do you
have anything to add?
Unit 03 Amazing Nature round.
Aiden I see! Look at the rocks! They look like ice cream
melting and dripping down from the heat of the
Warm Up
sun. Even the color of the rocks is white.
Teacher Water containing the mineral lime drops from the
ceiling slowly, but sometimes, before it drops to
￭ Script
the floor, the water hardens. So, it is actually
Joe Thomas, take a look at this video.
growing down.
Thomas Wow! The colors are fantastic! Where is this place,
Mia Amazing! Look at those! They’re the opposite.
Joe?
They are rocks that rise up from the floor.
Joe Tromso in Norway. This is a video sent to me by
Teacher Some water also containing lime manages to drip
my aunt who lives there.
down to the floor and piles up.
Thomas Oh! Is that what they call that aurora stuff?
Luna Look at those columns! Do the rocks that are
Joe Right. They call it an aurora borealis and the other
growing down from the ceiling and the rocks that
name is the northern lights.
are rising from the floor meet?
Thomas That’s amazing! Can she see this anytime?
Teacher Yes! They’re amazing, aren’t they?
Joe Well, not anytime. It happens all year but it is
Aiden Yes, and marvelous. I like this cave. When was this
easier to see in the winter.
cave formed?
Thomas I envy her! I’ve never seen it in person.
Teacher Scientists say it was formed four hundred million
Joe Me neither. Someday, I will visit my aunt. Will you
years ago.
join me?
Mia Four hundred million? I can’t imagine that much
Thomas I’d love to!
time! How do scientists know when it was formed?
Teacher They measure time quite accurately by studying
the rocks’ shapes and size.
Aiden Sounds like a difficult but fun job!
Topic 1 Exploring a Cave Teacher The cave is a huge sculpture made by time. Let’s
keep going, everyone!

￭ Script Topic 2 Changeable Flower

Teacher We’re almost there, everyone!
Aiden Teacher, it’s so hot. How far are we from the cave?
Teacher Ta-da! Here we are. Come and stand at the
Mia entrance.
Teacher Oh, I can feel cool air! Is it coming from the cave?
Yes, it sure is. Let’s measure the cave temperature ￭ Script
with my thermometer. It’s only 15 degrees Celsius Sarah John, I’m so glad we came to the Appalachian
in here. Mountains. This place is so beautiful this time of
Luna Cool! Let’s go deeper inside the cave. year!
Teacher Watch your step, everyone! It is quite dark in the John Me too, Sarah! This hiking trail is very famous for
cave. its scenic views and beautiful flowers. Everything
Aiden Teacher, why is it such a cool temperature in the looks softer today than usual because the rain just
cave? stopped.
Teacher The cave keeps a colder temperature during the Sarah We’re lucky! Oh, look at these!
summer because no sunlight makes it into the John They’re stunning! The petals are transparent like
inner places. In fact, in the deeper parts of the glass! I’ve never seen them before. Do you know
caves, the temperature remains the same all year what they’re called?
Sarah Let me get out the trail guide book. The book says in the wet season, the salt on the surface of the
these flowers are Diphylleia grayi, better known as desert melts into the rainwater and becomes a lake
skeleton flowers. 20 to 30 centimeters deep. Okay, now, it’s time to
John Skeleton flowers? That’s a cool name! see the wondrous nature! What a breathtaking
Sarah We can see fine veins in the petals, and maybe landscape! The lake looks like a natural water-
that’s why they have that name! covered mirror which reflects the beautiful sky and
John I think so too. Are the petals transparent all the clouds during the day. At night, it’s more fabulous.
time? The stars and the moon are reflected onto the lake.
Sarah No. According to the book, usually they’re white. I’ve never been to space, but I felt like I was in
John Wow, amazing! Why does the petals’ color change? space when I was here. That’s why people call it
Sarah Let me see. On sunny days, the petals are white, the biggest mirror in the world. I hope you will visit
but when it rains, the petals absorb water. That the place someday. See you next time.
makes the petals look transparent.
John Umm, to absorb water? You mean the petals look
transparent because the petals have more water,
right?
Sarah Yes! That is similar to the way light moves through
a glass of water.
John Oh! I understand it a bit, but I’d like to learn more.
Sarah The book says this is related to how light passes.
Why don’t we ask our teacher when we go to
school?
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John That’s a great idea. Okay, now let’s keep going. 1 a. They are exploring the forests.
b. They are at the bottom of the mountain.
c. They are enjoying the view from a high point.
d. They are climbing the mountain.
Topic 3 The Land’s Biggest Mirror 2 a. The girls are in the cave.
b. The girls are standing side by side.
c. The girls are sitting in front of the cave.
d. One girl is in front of the cave entrance.

3 G: You are back! Where did you and your

￭ Script family go this time?
Paul Welcome to “Wondrous Nature” and I’ll be your B: We went to the caves in the north mountain.
host, Paul Baker. Today we will be exploring one of G: Wow! Was it scary going into the dark?
the world’s most beautiful and fantastic places. It is B: ____________________________________
the largest salt desert in the entire world. It is a. It is not dark yet. We have some time.
called the Uyuni Desert. The Uyuni Desert is b. Actually, it was a bit scary at first.
located in the southwestern part of the country c. I saw bats for the first time.
Bolivia in South America. Interestingly enough, it d. I was afraid of the dark when I was five years old.
didn’t use to be a desert at all. It was originally 4 B: I watched a documentary about the aurora
part of the sea, but the land was raised by crustal
borealis on the weekend.
movements. This area was separated from the sea
G: Really? I will download it. One of my dreams
and turned into a huge lake of salt water. The
is to see an aurora borealis in person.
climate got hotter and because of the hot weather,
B: After watching the show, that is my dream
over time, all the water in the lake evaporated and
as well. Why don’t we go together?
only the salt crystals remained. Eventually, the
G: ____________________________________
Uyuni Desert was formed. In the dry season, the
desert is flat with a tremendous amount of salt. But
 a. It happens when the clouds come together. 9~10 G: Hey, Allen. I’m excited about my trip to
b. I think I dreamed about that person last night. Bolivia soon.
c. My documentary is about my funny life. B: Sounds fun, Janice. Are you planning to visit
d. That sounds like a great idea. the Uyuni Desert when you are there?

5 G: I don’t think so. Why? Is there anything

a. G: Why are you studying science so hard these
interesting there?
days?
B: Yes. If you go in the rainy season, the water
B: Because I want to understand nature.
is very beautiful and reflects the sky above
b. G: I wonder why it loses its color when it’s wet.
like a mirror.
B: Me too. Let’s ask our biology teacher later.
G: Wow! I’ve never heard of that before.
c. G: Do you want to go deeper into the cave?
B: I’m not sure when the rainy season is,
B: Let’s stay here a bit and enjoy the interesting
though. You should check that first.
cave rocks.
G: I’m going to tell my mom about it and see
d. G: Have you ever seen Niagara Falls in person?
what happens.
B: Niagara Falls is the largest one in the world.
B: Good luck. If it works out, you will have
6 a. G: Are we almost at the cave yet? I’m so hot. some beautiful pictures when you come
B: It is just about 5 minutes away. back.
b. G: What is the most impressive place that
11~13 B: I’m Josh. If you look at these pictures of my
you’ve ever seen?
vacation, you will see all kinds of funny
B: I can’t see the sea from here.
rocks. This is a limestone cave and scientists
c. G: Which do you enjoy more, cities or nature?
believe it is over 100 million years old. When
B: I like cities better.
I was there, I felt so small compared to these
d. G: Did you see anything nice while hiking?
structures. The funny rocks seem to be
B: Yes. The whole mountain area was so
growing upwards out of the floor and
beautiful.
downwards from the ceiling. And they are
7 G: What kind of nature do you like best, Elton?
growing towards each other. This is because
B: I like anything water related. Oceans,
the water that has lime in it sometimes
beaches, lakes, and waterfalls are the best
becomes solid before it falls down. If it
for me.
doesn’t become solid, it falls and becomes
G: They are all very beautiful. As for me, I enjoy
part of the bottom. It takes thousands of
the mountains and the forests.
years of slow dripping to make these
B: See, Amy, my experience in the mountains
wonderful rocks.
and forests has always been hot and sticky
with many bugs.
G: Oh, bugs! That can’t be helped. If they bite
me, I just apply ointment. And as you know,
the heat doesn’t bother me.
B: You are a patient person!

8 B: Hi, everyone. I’m Kevin. My last vacation was

amazing. My parents and I visited the
Appalachian Mountains. There, we saw many
kinds of animals and plants, but I remember
one flower most. While we were hiking on a
cloudy day, I saw this small, white flower.
Then it started to rain. I looked up at the sky
and when I looked back down, the flower
was gone. Actually, the flower turns colorless
when it gets wet. It was amazing!
Unit 04 Great Women professional artist.
Amy Ah! I know about that. Didn’t she usually draw grass
and insects? There are drawings of hers next to her
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face on the bill.
Jinsu Yes, but we need to understand the historical
background. In her time, it was not believed that
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women could be educated or highly-gifted.
Lacey I’m excited about our newest topic in social studies
Amy Please continue.
class.
Jinsu Women were not allowed to draw landscapes at that
Henry Yes, Lacey. I think it will be very eye-opening to
time. Landscapes were only for noble men.
learn about famous women.
Amy Hmm, but was it okay for women to draw grass and
Lacey It is important because the world has been biased
insects?
toward woman in many jobs and art.
Jinsu Yes. Noble men thought grass and insects were
Henry Unfortunately, you are right. But still, they have
small and trivial, so women were allowed to draw
kept going and there are many famous women
them.
that changed the world.
Amy That doesn’t make any sense.
Lacey Which ones are your favorites, Henry?
Jinsu That’s what I say too. She was so professional that
Henry Well, I hope to learn more about woman in history
many noble men hung her paintings in their house.
like Marie Currie.
Many poets were also inspired by her works and
Lacey Me too. But I hope we can talk about the strong
composed poems.
woman of today as well.
Amy Wow, she was a great artist! It’s a good thing they
Henry Who do you have in mind?
are finding new information about her.
Lacey There are so many, but Angelina Jolie and Michelle
Jinsu I think so too.
Obama are two of them.
Amy I want to be a woman like her because she was
Henry Great choices.
talented and an excellent mother. She was a poet as
well. I’ll start by reading more about her.
Jinsu I think she is a great role model for girls and women
all over the world.
Topic 1 A Great Korean Woman

Topic 2 A Love of Rabbits and Writing

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Jinsu Amy, is this a book about Shin Saimdang?
Amy Yes. Do you know her?
Jinsu Every Korean person knows her. She is one of the ￭ Script
great women in Korean history. How do you know Aileen Mom, what’s this book? Is this Harry Potter’s
her? grandmother?
Amy She is the woman on the 50,000 won bill, so I was Mom Ha-ha, no it’s not, Aileen. Her name is Beatrix
interested in her. Potter. She wrote and illustrated books that I read
Jinsu I see. What did you learn about her? and your grandmother read before me.
Amy She was the wise mother of Yulgok Yi I, one of the Aileen Beatrix? I’ve never heard that name before. Is she
most prominent Korean scholars of the Joseon famous?
Dynasty. Mom She was. Nowadays her rabbit is still famous as
Jinsu That’s right. Today, however, people have shed new well. Don’t you know the rabbit illustration? There
light on her story. For one thing, she was a were some plates with this rabbit on it.
Aileen Oh, I remember! You said the rabbit was cute. space on the Space Shuttle Endeavour on
Mom Right. It was my favorite book when I was a kid. September 12, 1992. Her name is Mae Jemison.
Aileen Tell me about the author. Jemison is what we call a renaissance woman:
Mom When Beatrix was a little girl, she spent a lot of Someone who is talented in many fields and has
time alone in the countryside and she loved many skills. She was an accomplished dancer in her
animals so much. She raised rabbits, frogs, and teenage years. She graduated high school and
even bats. went on to Stanford University at 16 years old,
Aileen Bats? Amazing! which is earlier than others. Later, Jemison would
Mom She loved drawing pictures of animals as well. So go on to earn her Medical Degree and became a
she wanted to be an illustrator and tell stories doctor. During medical school, she would travel to
about animals to the other children. Thailand and Kenya to help people in need. That
Aileen And she became a famous and great artist, right? inspired her to join the Peace Corps later on. Yet
Mom Yes. Her most famous book, The Tale of Peter Mae Jemison wanted more. She wanted to go to
Rabbit, has been loved and read by many people space. She said in an interview that it wasn’t
all over the world. She was not only a nature- important to be the first African-American woman
friendly writer but a conservationist. in space. Jemison wasn’t thinking about being the
Aileen Conservationist? What is that? first. She just wanted to go. Out of 2,000
Mom A conservationist is a person who tries to protect applicants, Jemison was one of the fifteen chosen.
animals, plants, and nature. Even before people When Jemison launched into space, she said ‘The
knew about how dangerous dirty air and chemicals first thing I saw from space was Chicago, my
could be, she wanted to protect and preserve hometown.’ After finishing her work in space, she
nature. continued working for NASA and then became a
Aileen If she lived now, she would be both sad and mad university professor. Amazingly, she was in the
at our earth’s situation. famous drama, Star Trek, as an actress. She was a
Mom Absolutely. She bought land, farms, and houses in well-rounded woman! Mae Jemison is a true
the Lake District in North West England with the example of someone who overcame gender bias.
profits from her books and inheritance. This was Thank you.
because this area had been expected to develop at
that time.
Aileen What is the area like now?
Mom She donated the area to an environmental group
to protect the place. Therefore, I think the area is
well-preserved.
Aileen What an amazing person! I wish there would be
more people like her now.

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1 a. The woman is working outside.
Topic 3 A Renaissance Astronaut b. The woman is looking into a microscope.
c. The woman is wearing white gloves.
d. The man is wearing glasses.

2 a. The girl is putting on a space suit.

b. The girl is in a spaceship.
c. The girl is sleeping and having a dream.
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d. The girl is thinking about an astronaut.
Mila Hi, I’m today’s lecturer, Mila Brown. Today, in honor
of International Women’s Day, I want to talk about
our fellow Chicago city native and first African-
American female astronaut. This woman travelled in
3 G: Have you ever heard of Ryu Gwansun? 7 G: So, who do you think our speaker will talk
B: Sure, I have. She is very famous here in about next week?
Korea. B: I don’t know, but if I had to guess, the topic
G: Really? I was given her as a topic. What did would be a famous woman.
she do? G: Why do you think that, Tom? Did the
B: ____________________________________ teacher give you a hint?
a. Well, she was very famous for doing just that. B: No, it’s just that my calendar says it is
b. She sacrificed herself for Korea’s independence. International Women’s Day.
c. Yes, she was. That is how we know about her. G: Oh, I didn’t realize that. In that case, I agree
d. I think it is a sad story too. with you. I am a bit ashamed I didn’t know

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what the day it is.
B: I was just reading about Mae Jemison.
B: You don’t need to be ashamed but we
G: Oh, really? She is one of my role models.
should remember International Women’s Day
B: I can understand why. Did you know she was
from now on.
a doctor before becoming an astronaut?
G: ____________________________________ 8 G: Hi, I’m Gloria. Most of you know who Emma
a. I had wanted to be a doctor but I have changed Watson is. She is one of the most famous
my mind. actresses in the world and my role model.
b. Yes. She was a well-rounded woman. When she was seven years old, she started
c. I can understand why too. So we agree. to play the role of Hermione in Harry Potter
d. You know that I have a role in the upcoming play. series and became a super star. In addition,

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she is smart and entered Brown University,
a. B: Who is your role model?
an Ivy League school. My most favorite part
G: Well, I’ve never really thought about it.
is how she talks about woman’s rights and
b. B: Why is it that the first famous person in most
lives all the time. I want to be a woman like
fields is a man?
her.
G: Well, the world has not been fair for women.
c. B: Are there any female ministers in our 9~10 G: What a great lecture about the people on
country? money today!
G: The finance minister is not working well. B: I agree, Chloe. I expected it to be on
d. B: Do you know why Angelina Jolie is famous? American money and to talk about Benjamin
G: Yes. She is not only famous for being an Franklin or Abraham Lincoln.
actress but also for trying to help people in G: Me too, Jack. When the first slide of the
need. presentation had Korean money on it, I was

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very surprised.
a. G: Why is this woman on the 50,000 won bill?
B: Actually, I didn’t even know her name before
B: Give it to me if you don’t need the money.
the lecture today. Now I do. It is Shin
b. G: Who do you think is the most admired
Saimdang.
woman in Korea?
G: Well, I actually knew her name and that she
B: Yuna Kim, of course!
was an artist. But I didn’t know that women
c. G: Who is the greatest female scientist ever?
back then had so many rules to follow.
B: I think the greatest female scientist is Marie
B: I think that was the case for many great
Curie.
women. They had to overcome a gender
d. G: How many years has Elizabeth II been a
bias.
queen?
G: I guess that is why she made it onto Korean
B: Well, I’m not sure, but I think for over 60
money.
years.
11~13 W: You all know Helen Keller because when you Unit 05 Music
were kids, you read her biography, right?
The biography says she lost her senses of Warm Up
hearing and sight because of an illness. She
overcame her disabilities, and she did great
things. Do you know how she did this? It
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was Anne Sullivan, Helen’s teacher, who
Mom Henry? Henry!
helped her all throughout her life, since
Henry Mom, why are you yelling? Is there something
Helen was six. Helen was influenced by her
wrong?
teacher. Helen kept struggling for the rights
Mom Yes, what is that noise?
and lives of both the disabled and women.
Henry Noise? I’m not sure what you are talking about.
She became a social worker and human
There’s no one else home. It’s just me playing the
rights activist. Next, I am giving you an
violin.
assignment to research details about Helen’s
Mom Oh? I am so sorry. I did not realize that you were
work. See you next class!
practicing.
Henry I have a solo, so I am practicing for it.
Mom Henry, do you mean that you will be playing for
other people?
Henry That’s right. I think I might actually take first place. I
sound terrible, right?
Mom Well…
Henry It’s a contest to see who the worst violin player is.
Mom Oh, then you are sure to win!

Topic 1 Singing on Pitch

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Hally Hey, Joe. I heard you will sing tonight at the school
festival.
Joe Yes. I’m in the a cappella club. Hally, you’re a choir
member, right?
Hally Yes! I’m going to perform at 6. What about you?
Joe I sing after you. It starts at 7:30. I’ll be sure to watch
your performance.
Hally Thanks! I will watch yours too. I’ve never seen an a
cappella performance.
Joe Really?
Hally No, but I know a cappella is singing without any
instruments.
Joe It’s officially called a chorus unaccompanied.
Hally It’s a kind of chorus! I’m a soprano, and what about
 you? Kevin I’m interested in various types of music, so I listen
Joe I don’t have a fixed part. Depending on the songs, to a wide range.
we change parts. Lacey Like what?
Hally Tell me more. Kevin Rock, hip-hop, electronic, jazz, etc.
Joe We accompany using our voices instead of Lacey Wow, you do listen to different kinds of music!
instruments, which means I sometimes sing, and Kevin In this festival, we can meet many different
sometimes play the role of instruments. musicians and listen to their music.
Hally I see! So which part are you in charge of this time? Lacey It sounds like a great opportunity to experience
Joe I’m in charge of the accompaniment. Last time I various kinds of music. Will many musicians from
sang. other countries come?
Hally Is singing the accompaniment more fun? Kevin Of course! It’s not just that. There will be
Joe I love singing both the melody and accompaniment, performances from famous singers to new talents
but in this case, we are recreating the sounds of as well. That’s one of the biggest merits.
instruments like drums beating. It is challenging so Lacey Tell me more.
it makes it more interesting. Kevin We can make new friends from other countries.
Hally What kind of songs do you sing in your club? There are many kinds of food to eat too.
Joe We usually sing pop music. That’s why I chose the a Lacey That sounds like so much fun. Is this event held
cappella club. indoors?
Hally I love pop music. I look forward to your Kevin No. It is held outdoors on different stages. It is just
performance. a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
Joe Thanks. I can’t wait for yours too. You don’t have a Lacey Are you going there for two days?
high speaking voice, but you’re a soprano. I can’t Kevin Yes. I heard it will be beautiful this weekend and
imagine what you sound like. it’s not far from my house.
Hally You know people who sing in a chorus have a special Lacey Then I will go too. I can’t believe I will be attending
voicing method. my first music festival. I’m so excited!
Joe It is an amazing talent. Anyway, I’d better let you go. Kevin I know you are going to love it! Ah, we need
See you soon. something to sit on, some snacks, and beverages.
Hally See you. Lacey I have a new picnic blanket that I can bring.
Kevin I will bring some snacks. Why don’t we buy the
beverages at a convenience store near the festival?
Lacey Okay!

Topic 2 Let’s Go to a Music Festival!

Topic 3 Traditional Instruments

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Kevin Lacey, a bunch of us are going to the Women’s
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Music Festival this weekend. Do you want to join
Music Today, I would like to introduce two traditional
us?
teacher instruments. The first one is one of the oldest
Lacey I’ve never been to any music festivals. What’s the
Indian musical instruments, Saraswati veena. Look
mood like, Kevin?
at the picture. It is named after the Hindu
Kevin It’s dynamic and energetic! Which genre of music
goddess of knowledge, Saraswati. As you see, it’s
do you usually listen to?
a kind of string instrument, it has a long body
Lacey I just listen to the popular music in the charts. How
and strings on it, and it has two bowls made of
about you?
wood under each end. They can enrich the
 echoes. Why don’t we listen to the sound? 4 B: Do you enjoy listening to different kinds of
Another traditional instrument is the bagpipe. music?
Look at this picture. This is also a very old G: Yes, I do. I like almost all kinds of music.
instrument from all over Europe that dates back B: Do you like classical music too?
to about 100 AD or even earlier. The most widely G: ____________________________________
known bagpipe is the Scottish bagpipe. You may a. Oh, that’s the only genre that I don’t listen to.
have seen pictures of men playing this instrument b. It is too expensive to buy the violin.
in a checkered skirt. The bag of the bagpipe is c. Music really affects many people’s lives.
made of animal skin. Some long and short pipes d. Yes, rock music is the best.
stick out of the bag. A pipe has a mouthpiece a 5 a. B: Have you ever entered a singing contest?
player blows air in, and another pipe has finger
G: No, I am a terrible singer.
holes that are played to create the melody. The
b. B: How long have you been playing the guitar?
other pipes influence the pitch of the sound.
G: It’s not that easy.
These folk instruments have also been used for
c. B: Why don’t we go to a music festival in the
court music and played at weddings and feasts.
summer?
They were also used as a musical instrument in
G: I want to, but lately it is too hot during the
the time of war. The piercing sound of the
summer.
bagpipe was so high that it could be heard up to
d. B: What do you like better, a choir or a cappella?
10 miles away. Let’s listen to the sound!
G: Well, I like neither of them. I love rock music.

6 a. G: How does classical music make you feel?

B: It makes me relaxed.
b. G: Who’s your favorite band in the world?
B: I don’t like bands. I like solo singers like Adele.
c. G: Would you like to go to an orchestra concert
next week?
B: Yes, I would. That sounds great!
d. G: Do you have any traditional musical instruments
you can play?
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B: I like to go to a traditional market with my mom.
1 a. The boy is typing on the keyboard.
7 B: Maggie, who taught you how to play the
b. The boy is playing the keyboard.
c. The boy is wearing headphones. piano?

d. The boy is tuning his electric guitar. G: My mom is a piano teacher, so she has
taught me.
2 a. They are watching a musical.
B: Then you must be really good.
b. They are listening to music and dancing.
G: I think I am okay, but my mom makes me
c. They are playing electronic instruments.
practice all the time.
d. They are singing in the choir.
B: Well, I also think it’s very important to
3 G: Have you ever been to a concert? practice! Don’t you think?
B: No, I haven’t. Have you? G: It’s true, Sam, but sometimes it makes me
G: I am planning to go to my first music festival tired.
next weekend. Will you join me?
B: ____________________________________
a. The band is planning a national tour.
b. I enjoyed the jazz music festival last year.
c. I will make the audience excited!
d. That sounds exciting! I have free time then!
 8 B: Hi, my name is Jerry and I will talk to you Unit 06 Photography
about music festivals. When I just hear the
words “music festival,” I am happy. Every Warm Up
year I go to several festivals; rock, jazz, hip-
hop, indie, etc. I love most genres of music.
If you do too, the festivals will make you so
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excited and satisfied. If you are a listener of
Allen Joy, what are you looking at?
limited music, you can pick a festival with
Joy I’m looking at pictures from my childhood, Allen.
just that kind of music. Another merit is that
Look at my hair and my clothes. I would never go
you will meet various artists at once.
out looking like that!
9~10 B: Do you hear that song, Lisa? Allen Come on! You were much cuter then than you are
G: Isn’t it the number one song on the chart? now, Joy.
It’s everywhere. Joy I know, I know. Anyway, do you sometimes look at
B: Yes. It has been the number one song for your childhood pictures?
weeks now. I think I memorized all the Allen Not really, but my mom often looks at them. She
words. likes recalling the times when I was a baby.
G: Yes, me too. Do you actually like the song, Joy My parents do too. When we are adults, do you
Sam? think we will enjoy looking back on our childhood
B: Of course. It makes me want to dance. You days?
don’t, Lisa? Allen Probably, and the pictures like these will make us
G: Actually, I don’t want to hear it any more. laugh!
B: Oh, really? Why? Joy Ha-ha, stop teasing me! I want to visit your house
G: Now I would like to hear a quiet ballad. tomorrow and look at your baby pictures.
Autumn is coming!
B: Oh, I see.

11~13 B: My name is Roger and music is my life. I

learned how to play the guitar when I was Topic 1 A Priceless Treasure
five years old. Then I learned how to play
the drums. Now I have my own band. I play
the drums in my band, and there are guitar
and bass players. The problem is that none
of us are good singers. If you are a good
singer and want to be in a band, please
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contact me. My phone number is 635-745-
Nicole Dad, what are you doing?
3574 and my email address is
Dad I am dusting my cameras. Do you see this one,
[email protected]. Please call me
Nicole?
after 5 p.m. I’m available by text message
Nicole It is so bulky and heavy. Why do you need a lens
and email all the time. Thank you!
that big?
Dad It is called a telephoto lens. It allows you to zoom in
very close and get a detailed picture.
Nicole Oh, I see. What is this?
Dad It is film. Have you never seen it before?
Nicole No, I haven’t. What is the film for?
Dad Look at this. If I put the film in the camera and take
a picture, the images are saved on this film. After
putting it through a chemical process, it becomes
photos like these!
Nicole Oh, they are the pictures of me when I was a baby! Janice At first, I took pictures of people, cities, etc. but I
Dad Yes! They were taken by a camera that uses film. We watched a documentary about wildlife. I was so
call those cameras “film cameras.” moved by their liveliness.
Nicole This is interesting! And what is that smaller camera Alex Your pictures are vivid! Do you sit in the wild and
called? wait for the tigers and lions to come out?
Dad It’s a digital camera. You can attach a lens the same Janice Something like that. I disguise my clothes so that I
as a film camera. can blend in with the nature. Then I just wait.
Nicole Then, what’s the difference between a film and Alex How long do you have to wait? A couple of hours?
digital camera? Janice That would be on a lucky day. It could be days or
Dad A film camera saves the images on the film, but a weeks that I have to hide out in order to capture
digital camera saves the images in the digital the animals in their natural state.
memory. Alex Unbelievable! I see that there are many night
Nicole I think a digital camera’s way of saving is the same photos.
as the smartphone camera. Janice When the temperature is hot during the middle of
Dad Yes, but as I know, the function of the smartphone the day, some animals like owls are not that active.
is more various. Alex Aren’t you scared of sitting in the wild at night?
Nicole Yes! I can download different apps on the Janice Well, I would be lying if I said that I don’t get
smartphone. I can add a mustache or a cat’s ears on scared at all, but it’s my job! I love it!
my photos, using the apps! Alex I respect that. This picture of the lion is beautiful.
Dad The smartphone can even make you have the most How did you get a picture so close-up?
perfect look. However, even if the old pictures were Janice I have a camera with a very powerful lens, which
not perfect with filters, the value of those pictures is does not have a flash, but a fast shutter speed.
priceless. Alex I see! Here’s the last question. How can someone
Nicole You like the old pictures of me, but I’m a bit become a great photographer like you?
embarrassed to see them, Dad. Janice I think you need to observe things carefully all the
Dad Ha-ha. I’m sure you will understand someday. And time. And you have to love taking photos and
when you do, I am hoping to give you this film practice a lot!
camera. I know it’s old but it still takes great pictures. Alex Thank you!
Nicole Thanks, Dad. I will take care of it and maybe hand it
down to my kids when I get older.

Topic 3 Photography Skills

Topic 2 Getting a Wild Picture

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Alice Good afternoon, everyone. My name is Alice and
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I’m an amateur photographer. Thank you for
Alex Hi, Janice. My name is Alex and I am a student. I inviting me. Many of you take pictures, right?
belong to a photography club at school. Let’s Maybe you take pictures of people or landscapes
begin the interview. and post them on your social media. So today, I’ll
Janice Okay. give you some tips for taking good pictures. The
Alex Could you give us a brief introduction of yourself? first is about landscape photos. Take pictures by
Janice My name is Janice Williams and I am a professional adjusting vertically or horizontally. It makes your
photographer, mostly of wildlife. photos feel much more stable and comfortable
Alex Why do you mostly take pictures of wild animals? than pictures taken tilted. And it’s better to take
 pictures around dawn or sunset because at that a. Yes, it is hard to carry pictures.
time, the light is very soft. Now, when you take b. It was a great trip.
pictures of people from the angle directly in front c. I hope you will take pictures of yourself.
of them, focus on the eyes. Remember to place a d. Yes, I took pictures of everything I saw.
person to one side of the photo, which means you 4 G: Oh, this picture is beautiful. I think you take
leave some space. In this situation, take a picture of
good pictures.
not the front of the face, but the side of the face.
B: Thank you. It’s because the spot is beautiful.
This way, you can get a good photo. When the sun
G: I took a picture of the same place, but mine
is blazing and you want to zoom in close to the
is not good. What’s your tip?
face, go to a shady place. If not, a shadow is
B: ____________________________________
formed under the nose, and your target could look
a. I think you can get it done at any studio.
unnatural. The most important thing when you take
b. I travel once a month for sure.
pictures of people is to create a natural mood.
c. I usually take pictures of landscapes at sunset.
When people are not conscious of the camera, they
d. I remember that the place was amazing.
are relaxed. Then, you take good pictures of them.
5 a. B: Why do you need a new smartphone?
Though I talked about tips, photos are not meant
to be the perfect images of anything. They exist for G: I want a new one with a better camera.

pleasure. Please take pictures of what you want to b. B: Do you have pictures of you when you were

and enjoy the experience. at graduation last year?

G: No, I don’t want to smile.
c. B: What will you do with all the pictures that
you have been taking?
G: Well, I will save some and post others to my
social media.
d. B: Do you take a lot of pictures when you
travel?
G: Yes, I take thousands of pictures of
everything.

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￭ Script a. B: You look really great in the picture.
1 a. The woman is looking at the smartphone with a G: Thanks, I think it’s because of the lighting.
smile. b. B: Is it okay if I post a picture of us online?
b. The woman is watching a man who is taking a G: Sure, no problem.
picture. c. B: What’s wrong with this picture?
c. The man and the woman are looking in different G: I think it’s out of focus.
direction. d. B: Do you take selfies often?
d. The man and the woman are carrying a G: I am not a professional photographer.
smartphone. 7 B: Have you ever seen a film camera?
2 a. The girl is revising a picture on the computer. G: Yes. My dad sometimes uses a film camera
b. The girl is taking a picture of her family. and sometimes he uses a digital camera.
c. The girl is looking at a picture of her family. B: Oh, do you know the difference?
d. The girl is hanging up a family picture on the wall. G: Well, a film camera saves the images on the

3 film, but a digital camera saves the images in

G: Did you have a nice summer vacation?
the form of a sensor.
B: Yes, there were so many things to see and
do.
G: Did you take a lot of pictures?
B: ____________________________________
 8 B: Hi, I am Paul. I love eating good food and Midterm Test
sharing my experience on my blog. Taking
pictures of the food that I eat is important. It
is best to take pictures in natural light and
avoid shadows. The shadows can take the
focus away from the food. Also, the
background is important. When choosing the
right background, consider the color of the
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food and the plate. Please be sure to visit
1 B: Wow! This is an amazing picture. Where was
my blog.
it taken?
9~10 B: Nancy, why do you always wear black? G: Oh, that was from our vacation 2 years ago.
G: I want to make my legs look longer in my It was at a place called the Uyuni Desert.
pictures. B: It doesn’t look like a desert. It looks like you
B: You always worry about that. were standing in the sky.
G: You know, I am not tall. It’s my complex. G: It’s a natural wonder. In the wet season, a bit
B: Another way is to wear a single-color outfit. of rain collects and turns it into a shiny
G: Great advice! Anything else? surface like a mirror.
B: Make sure that pictures are taken from a low B: Wow! That is amazing and great for
angle. photographs.
G: Oh, I will try to do that next week!
2 G: I’m Eva. I’m talking about accidents in daily
11~13 G: There are some people who are photogenic. lives. Last Thursday, I went to school as
It does not matter if they are good looking usual. During the break, I played with my
or not, but they look nice in pictures. Then, classmates. I was standing up on the chair
what are the important things? Photography and I fell down on my wrist. The chair was
is a matter of light and angles. Some light not that high, but it was so painful. I went to
can make a sharp shadow form on a face, the hospital to get an X-ray. I didn’t realize
which makes the face look unnatural. So, it is that it would be serious at that time, but the
better to take pictures in soft light. When doctor said I should wear a cast at least for
you take selfies, look up toward the camera three months. I need to be extra careful for
and turn your head to the side. You can get three months.
good pictures this way. The most important
3 B: The script for the puppet show is finished.
thing is a natural facial expression. If you are
G: Great, Tom. Send us a copy so we can learn
nervous, the pictures cannot be good. You
our lines.
can get a natural face if you practice. This
B: Sure, I will, Gem. What else do we need to
means that you can teach yourself to be
do?
photogenic.
G: The costumes are all finished and the set is
done too.
B: So, are we ready for the rehearsal then?
G: Well, I am having a bit of difficulty moving
my puppet. Could you help me with my
technique?
B: Of course. I think the problem is that the
strings are too long.
4 B: How do you listen to music? B: Even scientists haven’t figured out how our
G: I mostly download files online and listen to brain works so fast.
them on my smartphone. What about you, G: I hope scientists find out soon.
Chris? 8 G: We did it. The play went over so smoothly
B: I like to listen to music on the radio and if I
thanks to you.
really like it, I buy the CD.
B: Not because of me, Judy. I directed the play
G: I do not know anyone who listens to music
but everyone played their roles so well.
on CDs anymore.
G: I was worried that I would forget my lines in
B: Well, I don’t listen to the CDs, I just buy
front of an audience, but I practiced enough
them.
that it was no problem.
G: I don’t understand.
B: Yes, you were excellent. It really helped that
B: I mean I just collect the CDs. I think they will
the makeup people made our monster look
be valuable someday.
so scary.
G: I see. I have some CDs that you might be
G: I agree. When the monster came out, even I
interested in.
was surprised.
5 a. B: Have you ever watched an opera performance? B: It takes everyone doing their job correctly to
G: No. I think it would be boring. make a great play.
b. B: What is your favorite natural view? 9 B: What’s going on with your band, Olivia?
G: I love to see waterfalls. That makes me feel
G: Well, it’s getting stable. Our bass members
cool!
kept changing, but our new bass member
c. B: How long will your arm be in the cast?
looks like he’s going to stay.
G: Yes, the cast helps it heal but it is itchy.
B: Good for your band! Your band always
d. B: Do you think there is no longer a bias against
performs before summer vacation.
women?
G: Right. Hopefully the newest bass member
G: No way. There still is.
won’t quit. I’m not too worried because he
6 B: Joy, what are you going to do this weekend? practices very hard.
G: Nothing special. What about you, Logan? B: Good luck! Can I visit and watch you
B: I’m going to go to the park to take pictures. practice?
G: Do you like taking pictures? G: Of course!
B: Yes, I really love taking pictures of nature. I 10 G: Hey, Peter.
take my camera when I go out in nature.
B: Diane, you sound a bit different than usual.
G: That’s interesting! Do you use a film camera?
Do you have a cold?
B: No, I take pictures with a digital camera. It is
G: No. I have been practicing for the concert
lighter than a film camera. I can also edit my
too much.
images.
B: Oh, the concert. Don’t you have a solo?
G: I understand why you prefer a digital
G: Yes, I am starting to get nervous.
camera.
B: You will do great, but you should really take
7 G: What are you reading, Brian? care of your throat. Drink lots of water and
B: I’m reading about the human brain and how don’t practice too much.
it functions. G: Thanks, Peter.
G: I tried to learn that in science class but our
brain was too difficult to understand.
B: Don’t give up, Amy. Did you know that the
right side of the brain controls the left side
of the body?
G: I know that. I wonder how our brain gives
orders to each part of the body so quickly.
11 B What woman do you admire most, Lucy? lakes, caves, and such beauty.
G: Well… there are so many great women that I B: It also has bugs and wild animals. That’s not
think are role models. If I could only choose for me. I’d like to stay in the city.
one, I think I would choose Angelina Jolie. G: If you visit the place, you will change your
B: The actress? I mean she is beautiful, has a mind.
lot of money, and I like her movies. But how B: Will I? Hmm, when will you visit your
is she a role model? grandma?
G: You don’t know the rest of her story. She 15 G: Do you Know who J. K. Rowling is? She is a
has been involved in helping poor children
global bestselling writer. Actually, she is my
all over the world.
only role model because my future dream is
B: Wow! I didn’t know that.
to be a writer. J. K. Rowling is an amazing
G: You should read more about her. She is truly
woman. She is the writer of Harry Potter!
an amazing woman.
Many people around the world are big fans
12 B: How about giving mom and dad a picture of her. Her imagination seems to be beyond
for their wedding anniversary? imaginative power. The wizard school, magic
G: That’s a good idea, Kevin. Which picture wands, and talking pictures, etc. are
should we give them? marvelous! Someday, I will be a great writer
B: I was thinking of their wedding picture. like her.
G: Don’t you think it would be better to give 16 G: I added another thing to my bucket list.
them a family picture with all of us in it?
B: What is that, Sally?
B: Well, they already have those hanging on
G: I want to see an aurora in Canada.
the wall. Let’s help them remember when
B: Why?
they got married.
G: I watched a nature documentary and I saw it
G: Maybe you are right. I will choose the
there. It was amazing even though I saw it
picture frame and why don’t you pick the
through a TV screen!
picture?
B: So, do you want to see it in person?
B: Okay, Dana!
G: Yes! The narrator of the documentary said if
13 M: Monica, your shoulder bone seems to be you see an aurora in person, you will be so
okay. surprised that your jaw will drop.
G: What a relief! Is it okay if I sleep on my right 17 B: I watched a performance and there was an
side?
instrument that I’ve not seen before.
M: For about a month, it’s better for you to
G: What was that?
sleep on your back or on your left side.
B: Well, I don’t remember the name. It’s an
That’s best for your right shoulder.
older version of the piano.
G: Okay.
G: I know that. It’s called a harpsichord!
M: And for some time, you should not exercise
B: You’re right! How did you know that?
too hard.
G: I used to be a big fan of a famous pianist.
G: How long, Doc?
So I searched other pianists, piano pieces,
M: For about two months.
even the history of the piano.
G: That’s too long!
B: Oh, you did, Alice! I thought that the piano
14 B: If you could live anywhere, where would you was the one from the old times.
live, Lisa?
G: That’s easy. I would live near my
grandmother’s home in the country.
B: What is so special about that area?
G: There is so much nature. Right behind her
house is a forest that seems endless. It has
18 G: May I have your attention please? I’m the Unit 07 Language and Life
president of a classical guitar club. The
annual concert will be in two weeks. At the Warm Up
beginning of the school term, we did a
survey about what you want to listen to,
picked some, and practiced hard. We hope
￭ Script
many of our school friends will come and
Shane Phew.
enjoy our performance. It will be at 7 p.m.
Emily What’s wrong, Shane?
March 3rd, Friday, in two weeks at a small
Shane I get stressed when I study Spanish.
assembly hall, so see you soon. Thank you
Emily Really? I really like learning a foreign language.
for listening.
Shane I think you have a good sense of language, unlike
19 B: I went to the hospital yesterday. me.
G: What’s the matter, David? Do you have a Emily Well, maybe, but I practice so hard. I love to learn
cold? what I don’t know.
B: No. I had a bad fall while I was playing Shane You are different from me, Emily. I envy you.
soccer and I hurt my ankle. My doctor took
an x-ray.
G: That’s too bad. You aren’t wearing a cast.
Does that mean it’s not broken?
Topic 1 A Speech Contest
B: The doctor said my bone was okay but the
muscle was very swollen.
G: So, what did the doctor say you should do?
a. He said I had a cold.
b. I should wear a cast.
c. He said I need to work out harder.
d. He said I should apply an ice pack. ￭ Script
Oliver Emma, I heard that you won the speech contest last
20 B: Long time no see, Olivia! How was your
year. How did you do it?
vacation?
Emma It took a lot of practice. Are you planning on
G: I was in Egypt for two weeks.
entering this year?
B: That sounds interesting! How was it?
Oliver Yes, but I am not confident in speaking in front of
G: It was a great chance to see Egypt’s famous
others, unlike you.
landmark, The Great Sphinx of Giza. It is
Emma Actually, I am quite shy, which is why I entered the
bigger than I thought.
speech contest. I wanted to overcome my fear of
B: I really want to travel someday. How did you
talking in front of a big audience.
find information about Egypt?
Oliver Me too! Can you give me some tips?
a. I’ve never been there before.
Emma Like I said, you have to practice, Oliver. You need to
b. I found it on some websites.
practice in front of a mirror and practice in front of
c. You should go there.
your family and friends.
d. I did some online shopping last night.
Oliver How much do I have to practice?
Emma You should practice until you speak fluently without
looking at your script. That way, you will not forget
your script.
Oliver Hmm… is it enough that I practice for about 1-2
weeks?
Emma Actually, it took a month for me.
Oliver That’s why the notice for the contest is early.
Emma Yeah.
Oliver So, is the topic announced in advance? to Captain Boycott.
Emma Yes. For the first round, you are given a couple of Jack Who is this famous captain?
topics. However, you will not know which topic will Chloe During a bad year in the 19th century, in Ireland,
be chosen until it’s your turn. Captain Charles Cunningham Boycott was known to
Oliver I have to practice two of them. What about the final be one of the worst landlords. He charged large
round? amounts of money to rent his land to farmers, even
Emma The final round is more difficult. The people who got when there was a bad harvest.
through the first round are given three new topics. Jack What did those poor farmers do?
Oliver How much time will I have to prepare for the final Chloe Rather than using force, they refused to do
round? business with him.
Emma You will have about a month. Jack I see. Now the word boycott is used in business
Oliver That’s not enough time! with people or companies that do not respect
Emma It’s not easy, but you will feel a sense of human or animal rights.
accomplishment even if you don’t win the prize. Chloe That’s right.
Oliver Okay, well, I’ll try. Thanks for all the advice. Jack It looks like I will not be eating my favorite potato
chips for a while.
Chloe Me too.

Topic 2 Why Is a Boycott

Topic 3 A Dying Language

￭ Script
Chloe Jack, did you hear that people are boycotting
￭ Script
potato chips?
Yona Osiyo! Dogwado Yona. That is Cherokee for “Hello!
Jack What does the word “boycott” mean?
My name is Yona.” “Yona” means “Bear” in English.
Chloe I didn’t know either, so I asked my mom. She said
I am bilingual, which means I can speak two
that boycotting is when people refuse to buy
languages. I speak Cherokee at home, and I speak
certain products from a company because they
English at school. I am proud to know two
disapprove of something.
languages, but the Cherokee language is more
Jack I don’t think I fully understand.
special to me. It is my mother tongue so it was the
Chloe For example, in this case, one person found a bug
first language I learned, and it’s the language of
in the snack bag, but the company has not
Native Americans. There are only a few Cherokee
apologized officially and tried to cover up the
speakers like those in my grandmother’s
issue. Many people have gotten to know the truth,
generation, and the younger generation is more
so some consumers who know about this are no
comfortable with using English. Did you know there
longer buying chips from that company.
are fewer than 500 people in the world who can
Jack Oh, I got it.
speak Cherokee? That means my language is dying,
Chloe There is another example that is not directly linked
and when a language dies, the culture dies, too. It
to the company’s goods. A CEO of a certain
is a very serious problem. Therefore, my future
company was found to be mistreating animals.
dream is to be a linguist who studies and protects
People were so angry about his behavior that they
languages and cultures. Eventually, I would like to
are no longer buying goods from that company.
start a Cherokee school. Is my dream unrealistic?
Jack That sounds like a good way to teach someone a
Well, I will really do my best to achieve my dream.
lesson. Where did this word come from?
Of course, I will study English hard because
Chloe I did some research and learned that it dates back
knowing two languages can help me see the world
 with a more open mind. English is important, but 5 a. B: Did you study the words for the spelling test?
Cherokee is important, too. Saquu gawonisdi vtla G: No. I think I will mess up on the test.
yeliquu. That means, “One language is never b. B: Do you know some languages are
enough.” disappearing?
G: Yes. I know where the word came from.
c. B: What do you do if you don’t know a word?
G: I look it up in a dictionary of course.
d. B: Do you have problems understanding your
English teacher?
G: Yes. When she talks fast, I can’t understand
anything.

6 a. B: Are you good at writing essays in English?

G: I should write an essay for the speech
￭ Script contest.
1 a. The boys are the same race. b. B: When did you start to learn English?
b. The boys have different hair color. G: I started when I was in elementary school.
c. The boys are greeting each other in different c. B: Do you speak to your elders differently from
languages. how to talk to your friends?
d. The boys are saying goodbye to each other. G: Not really. In America, we speak to everyone
2 a. The girl is speaking without a microphone. in the same way.

b. The girl is starting her speech. d. B: Do you think that leaning a new language is

c. The girl is carrying a script in her hand. important?

d. The girl is standing in front of the table. G: Yes, I think it helps open your mind to other
cultures.
3 G: Hey, how is the preparation for the speaking
7 G: Hey, Brian. Are you prepare for the Chinese
contest going?
B: Actually, I am having some difficulty test next week?

memorizing the script. B: Hey, Anna. I am studying hard, so I think I

G: Hmm, how long have you been practicing? remember most of the new words.

B: ____________________________________ G: Really? Phew… honestly, it’s so difficult for

a. The contest was three days ago. me to memorize Chinese letters.

b. It has been a week, maybe. B: Well, it’s not easy for me as well, but I write

c. I am excited about the speaking contest. the letters many times, which helps me

d. I have a good idea about memorizing it. memorize them.

4 8 G: Hello, my name is June. I enjoy learning new

G: Do you speak another language besides
English? languages. One of the most effective ways to

B: Actually, now I am learning Chinese. learn a new language is reading and

G: Oh, why did you choose Chinese? repeating sentences aloud. Another way is

B: ____________________________________ having lots of conversations with someone

a. I am studying French with my sister. who is good at the language like native

b. It’s convenient to speak English well. speakers. The most effective and important

c. The languages spoken in Europe are difficult. way, however, is to constantly learn and

d. I’m interested in Chinese culture. practice the language. If you want to speak a
new language like a native speaker, keep
these things in mind.
9~10 B: Do you know where the name “Titanic” is Unit 08 Money
from, Elin?
G: You are talking about one of the most Warm Up
famous ships, right?
B: Right.
G: I didn’t know the name had an origin. Tell
￭ Script
me, Asher.
Laura John, how often do you get your allowance?
B: Lots of words came from Greek and Roman
John Once a week, Laura. However, my mom said she
myths, and the name came from a myth as
would offer an allowance once a month from next
well.
week.
G: Oh, was it the name of a god?
Laura I get an allowance once a month, but it’s not easy
B: Almost. Titan is a race of giant gods. They
to manage the money.
had ruled over the world before the gods of
John Oh, she said that’s why she will give me money once
Olympus ruled over the world.
a month.
G: I see! So, both Titanic and Titan were huge,
Laura Right. You should set a plan for how much money
right?
you will spend that month and what you will spend
B: Absolutely right!
it on.
11~13 G: English is a language that is studied and John Hmm, I think I know what you’re saying. If I have
spoken around the world. This language has, trouble managing my money, please help me.
in fact, been influenced by many other Laura Of course. I’m getting used to doing that.
languages. There are some words that are
directly from France. For example, the word
“ballet” is a kind of dance that was
developed in France. It is spelled, b-a-l-l-e-t
Topic 1 Earning an Allowance
in both English and French, but the “t” at the
end of the word does not have a T sound,
and instead, it sounds like “eI”. Another
example is “debut.” This time, the “t” at the
end of the word does not have a sound at
all. Now, raise your hand if you know other ￭ Script
words from France. Dad John, I think it is time to give you your monthly
allowance.
John That’s right.
Dad Your mom said that you have washed the dishes and
taken out the garbage every day.
John I sure did, Dad. I have also been tutoring Mike with
his homework for the last two weeks, so I was
wondering if I could get a higher allowance.
Dad Your brother is only in the third grade. How hard
could it be to help him?
John Dad, I take my job as Mike’s tutor very seriously. It’s
not easy helping him with his homework every day.
He is more interested in playing computer games.
Dad I guess you are right. How much do you think is
enough?
John I think that an additional $50 a month sounds good.
Dad Hmm, okay. I accept. Then from now on it’s $150,
right? Here you are!
John Thanks, Dad. Hooray! I can buy a new monitor with calculating the exchange rate every time I bought
my allowance. anything.
Dad A new monitor? How much is that? Matt At first, I tried to calculate everything. But later I
John It is $150 exactly. got tired of calculating, so I just paid the asking
Dad But after buying a new monitor, won’t you need price, which was not easy, though.
extra money for this month? Lacey I know what you’re saying. Coins are especially not
John Yes. Actually, I have saved my allowance for the last easy.
two months for a new monitor. So, I will still have Matt Right! I couldn’t get used to coins, and I could not
$80 remaining. figure out which one was which. I just showed
Dad Good boy! But I think that won’t be enough. Here’s coins and the cashier at the cash register picked
an extra $50 for you. the right coins.
John I love you, Dad. Lacey I did that when I was in Korea. In the nearby
Dad Ha-ha. You love me only when I give you money. countries like Japan and China, the three countries
John, it’s not free, you know. The extra money is for have different currencies, so I was lost.
polishing my shoes every morning for a month. Matt It sounds like a similar experience to mine.
John I will work hard! Lacey What did you do with the money left? Did you
Dad Your mom praised you a lot because you have exchange it back to the U.S. dollar?
managed your allowance well and done what we Matt I spent most of my money so I just kept the
have asked of you. You deserve it. remaining money as a souvenir. And who knows, I
John Thank you, Dad! may visit those countries again in the future.

Topic 2 Currency of Each Country Topic 3 Can Money Buy Happiness?

￭ Script
￭ Script
Michael Hi, guys. I’m today’s special guest, Michael Lee. I
Lacey Hi, Matt. Did you have a good vacation in Europe?
Lee conduct studies about economics and
Matt Yes, I sure did. I visited nine different countries
psychology. Today, I’m talking about the
over three weeks.
relationship between money and happiness.
Lacey That must have cost a fortune. Not only that, didn’t
Many still think that they would be happy if they
you get confused with the different currencies?
had a lot of money. It’s sometimes true or not
Matt I thought that the euro is used all around Europe,
true. Some studies show that money can really
but that’s not true, Lacey.
buy happiness if it is spent according to your
Lacey Where is it possible or where is it impossible to use
personality. When you spend money on what you
the euro?
want to do, you could be happy. For people who
Matt The euro is used in Italy, France, Germany, Spain,
are outgoing and enjoy spending time with
etc., but in Sweden, Switzerland, Croatia, etc., the
friends and family, they are more satisfied
euro is not accepted. Oh, and in England, I didn’t
spending money on social activities that match
use the euro.
their personality. For example, they would enjoy
Lacey I heard the currency in England is the pound.
going out to eat or going to a basketball game
Matt Yeah. Krona is for Sweden, swiss franc is for
with friends. These kinds of people who are
Switzerland, and kuna is for Croatia.
sociable by nature will be unhappy spending
Lacey You must have been confused. When I visited
money doing something alone. On the other
Korea, I could not get used to their won and
hand, some people that are not outgoing would
 be happier when they spend money downloading 5 a. W: How much money do you save a month?
movies at home or going to a comic book café M: I go to the bank once a month.
and reading comics alone. In conclusion, it is not b. W: How much more money do you need now?
about how much money one has. If you spend M: I need $50.
money doing what matches your personality and c. W: What’s the exchange rate for Korean won to
makes you satisfied, money can indeed buy the U.S. dollar?
happiness. Which type of person are you? M: Well, I’m not sure. Look it up on the Internet.
d. W: Would you like to pay cash or use your credit
card?
M: Credit card, please.

6 a. B: Do you know what currency is used in

Switzerland?
G: The Swiss Franc, maybe?
b. B: Are you happy when you spend your money
on your social activities?
G: I think the most important thing in my life is
￭ Script being happy.
1 a. The woman is looking at toys in the cabinet. c. B: What do you think about money and
b. The woman is holding a toy in her hand. happiness?
c. The woman is paying for a toy. G: Hmm, it’s kind of a complicated question.
d. The woman is putting a toy into her bag. d. B: Do you think your allowance is sufficient?
2 a. The little boy is putting a coin into the piggy bank. G: Sometimes it is, but sometimes it’s not.

b. The little boy is opening a savings account. 7 B: Can you lend me some money, Eva?
c. The little boy is opening the piggy bank. G: Ian, you used up your allowance already
d. The little boy is taking out coins from his purse. again?
3 G: What do you usually do with your B: Shush! Don’t tell mom! Do you have money

allowance? for me?

B: Well, I buy snacks, watch movies, buy G: Well, I have some. How much money do you

clothes, etc. need?

G: Clothes? You must have lots of allowance. B: About $20. Thanks in advance!

Can I ask how much you receive a month? 8 B: Hi, I’m Joe and I’m talking about exchanging
B: ____________________________________ money before you go abroad. You should
a. Yes, I got money instead. know the country’s currency and change
b. I enjoy watching a movie once a week. your money to each country’s currency. You
c. It is not much. I usually save money to buy new can get to know the country’s currency easily
clothes. on the Internet, and then you can change
d. I am happy when I eat something sweet. money at a bank or an airport. These days,
4 B: I want to buy a used bike. you can download each bank’s app and

G: My brother does not use his anymore and apply for exchanging in advance.

wants to sell it.

B: Do you know how much he is asking for?
G: ____________________________________
a. It will cost a lot to fix the bike.
b. Yes, he is in such a bad mood.
c. No, but I will ask him.
d. He wants to know where you exercise.
9~10 B: Mom, I’m going out. Unit 09 Living Spaces
W: Are you going to watch a movie again?
B: Yes. Do you need me today? Warm Up
W: No, but I’m worried that you spend a bit too
much money on movies.
B: Don’t worry, Mom. You know I’ve never
￭ Script
asked you for more money. I am good at
Robert Hey, Melissa! Did you hear the news?
managing my allowance.
Melissa What news, Robert?
W: If you say so, I am relieved.
Robert I will move to a new house to be closer to the
B: And you said you wanted me to spend my
school. I think I will be closer to you as well.
money in the way I wanted. It makes me
Melissa That is exciting.
happy to watch a movie.
Robert I don’t think you understand how I am excited. I
W: Okay, okay. Have a good time, Freddie.
have never moved before. This is my first time in
B: See you in the evening, Mom.
my life.
11~13 B: Hi, I’m Ben and I am going to give you some Melissa Okay. I understand your excitement now. So, what
tips for managing your allowance. I didn’t will your new house be like?
have any problem with my allowance Robert I haven’t seen it yet but it will have a second floor
because I got it once a week. It was not a lot with 3 bedrooms. I will finally have my own room.
of money and I just spent it. One day, my Melissa Sounds great. What else?
mom said that I should know how to Robert I will have a yard, but I don’t know how big it is.
manage my money and she started offering Melissa Maybe you can get the dog you’ve always wanted.
money once a month. At first, I was excited Robert Yes. This is so great.
because I had lots of money all at once. I Melissa When you move, invite me over and give me a
bought what I wanted to buy and then I tour.
used up all my allowance before the month Robert I certainly will.
was over. So, I started to plan. When I get an
allowance, I save some and then I spend a
quarter of the rest for a week. It’s not
difficult.
Topic 1 Is This Where You Live?

￭ Script
Thomas Come on in, Wendy.
Wendy Wow! I just assumed you lived in an apartment like
me, Thomas.
Thomas We did a few years ago but my mom wanted to
live in a house that included a yard. So my family
moved here.
Wendy The yard is charming and pretty. These trees and
flowers are beautiful!
Thomas Are they? They get in the way when I play soccer.
Wendy Ha-ha! My apartment doesn’t have a yard. There
is a balcony, but it is so small and narrow that trees
like these here can’t grow there. We can only grow
 some small trees in pots. residence or in a share house. I took the share
Thomas Do you want to be around more plants and house.
nature? Beth What is that?
Wendy Well, I don’t care. My dad likes to be around nature Dylan It is where you and several roommates share a
though, but my mom likes apartments for a few house. You each get a bedroom, but the other
reasons. areas like a kitchen and a bathroom are all shared
Thomas Like what? between the roommates.
Wendy Well, we have security guards and cameras. Beth I think it’s not easy sharing a bathroom. There is
Thomas That is one of the biggest advantages. What is always the issue of who uses it first and for how
another reason? long.
Wendy When I have water or electricity problems, the Dylan My two roommates are both boys, so using the
maintenance technician comes right away to fix bathroom is not a problem. Boys generally do not
them and it is usually free. need the bathroom for a long time.
Thomas Oh, yeah. Getting them to come to my house can Beth Then, what is wrong with the share house?
be pricey. Dylan I usually forget to go food shopping, wash the
Wendy And I heard the heating bill for an apartment is dishes, throw out waste, and other household
cheaper than the bill of a house. duties.
Thomas I didn’t know that. Beth That doesn’t surprise me. You’re a forgetful person
Wendy My mom loves the night view as well. My and your mom always did everything for you.
apartment is on the 20th floor and the city lights Dylan Do you have any advice? My roommates seem to
look so beautiful from that high. be sick and tired of me.
Thomas Wow! When I lived in an apartment, I lived on the Beth What about putting notes around the house?
2nd floor. The view wasn’t that great. I’d like to Dylan Where?
visit your place soon. Beth Do I have to tell you everything? Stick Post-it notes
Wendy Anytime. You are always welcome. on the fridge and the sink! Just to be safe, stick
Thomas Great! Anyway, as you can see, the house’s inside them on your desk as well!
is similar to an apartment, except we have a Dylan Okay. I hope that will help.
basement.
Wendy Can I look around?
Thomas Of course. Let’s go!

Topic 3 U.K. Houseboats

Topic 2 Surviving in a Share House

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Camila Hi, I’m Camila and I’m from England. It is
interesting to live on land again. My family lived
in a houseboat when I was in school in the U.K.
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This is because houseboats are becoming very
Beth Hey, cuz! Long time no see!
popular as housing in England gets less
Dylan Beth! How are things?
affordable. As the waterways in the U.K. go
Beth The same as always. Tell me about living and
almost everywhere, it is possible to live near
studying abroad, Dylan.
where you work or study without having to live
Dylan The studying was tough, but interesting. I’m doing
on dry land. But location isn’t the only benefit.
well. It is the “living” part that I am not good at.
My family was able to move our house whenever
Beth What does that mean?
we needed to. People who live in houseboats can
Dylan Well, I had the choice of living in a student
move to find a nice temporary place to live
 whenever they want. This is important if the 4 B: I heard you stayed on a houseboat during
neighbors are unfriendly or noisy. Houseboats vacation.
have everything needed for daily living. While the G: Yes. It was a wonderful experience.
houseboats range in design and shape, they B: Really? What did you enjoy about it?
almost always have nice kitchens, bedrooms, and G: ____________________________________
living areas just like other houses. There are still a. We could travel the waterways and see many
some costs though. The people who live in places.
houseboats need to buy fuel, which can be b. I recommend that you try a houseboat too.
pricey. There are fees for getting rid of the c. The problem was that it was a bit cold at night.
bathroom waste as well. But generally, it is more d. I enjoyed my vacation on the beach.
affordable. However, in winter, when the rivers
5 a. B: Are you getting along with everyone at your
freeze, the people who live in houseboats find
share house?
themselves being unable to travel and spending
G: Yes. My housemates are very kind.
more money on heating. But for these houseboat
b. B: I like your house. Is there a basement too?
people, they look at the wonderful months when
G: Yes. The stairs over there lead to the
the rivers are not frozen and consider life on the
basement.
water better than anything else. When you visit
c. B: I wish I had a night view of the city like
England, try living in a houseboat!
yours.
G: You can come to my place as often as you
like.
d. B: Do you play soccer in your yard?
G: You will love to grow flowers in the yard.

6 a. G: Didn’t you wash your hair? You’re wearing a

cap.
B: I didn’t. The boiler was broken this morning.
b. G: What floor do you live on?
B: I live on 2nd street.
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1
c. G: I’m so hungry. My housemates ate my food.
a. The building doesn’t have any balconies.
B: Living in a share house can be difficult.
b. There are many plants growing in the yard.
d. G: What was the biggest problem you had
c. The color of the walls is dark.
when you lived in a houseboat?
d. The building has several floors.
B: I got so scared when my houseboat was
2 a. There is the roof made by glass. shaking a lot in the storm.
b. There are tall trees in the front yard.
7 G: Hey, Peter. Did you talk with your
c. There are stairs to the front entrance.
roommates about the problem?
d. There are no flowers in front of the house.
B: Yes, and I feel a lot better now.
3 B: I thought you lived in a house, not an G: Did you and your roommates talk like I
apartment. suggested?
G: I did. We recently moved here to be closer B: Yes, it was good advice, Sally. My
to my school and mom’s work. roommates and I agreed to a cleaning
B: Which do you like better, the house or the schedule.
apartment? G: Wonderful. You were complaining about the
G: ____________________________________ mess for a long time.
a. I like my school better now.
b. I like the apartment because it is convenient.
c. Yes, the house was much bigger.
d. We save about 30 minutes of travel time.
 8 B: One way of experiencing Amsterdam is by Unit 10 Broadcasting
renting a houseboat. Amsterdam has many
canals and places to visit near the water. A Warm Up
houseboat can be just as comfortable as a
hotel but also more exciting. You can access
the best tourist spots without much walking
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or taking taxis. Why not bring your hotel
Judy What kind of broadcasting do you usually enjoy?
with you when you travel? This is possible if
Alex I like to watch comedies, sitcoms, etc.
you stay in a houseboat!
Judy Don’t you watch news programs, Alex?
9~10 B: It has been a month since you moved to the Alex They don’t make me laugh. I love funny shows.
house from the apartment. What do you Judy I used to be the same way. But while my parents were
think of living in a house? watching the news, I started to watch it too. Now I
G: It has its good points and bad points. watch the news every day.
B: What do you mean, Gem? Alex Really? Isn’t it boring, Judy?
G: I like the bigger space and the yard, but I Judy Well, politics and economics are a bit difficult to
miss the security guards, cameras, and understand, but news about environmental problems
elevators. In the house, I always have to take and crimes is not that difficult.
the stairs. Alex Hmm, then I will try tonight.
B: Yeah, I like that my apartment has those as
well. I live on the 15th floor so I can enjoy
the view from my balcony. Anyway, is it that
you don’t feel safe in your house?
Topic 1 A Drama Set to Another World
G: A little. So my mom and dad plan to install
some cameras.
B: That will be good.

11~13 G: Hi, I am Jace. I’m your senior and I can

advise you about where you can stay during
￭ Script
the semester. There are two options that are
Hazel I can’t believe we are on the set!
not too expensive. The first option is staying
Jason It’s more than you imagined, isn’t it? There’s my
at the university dormitory. Here, you share a
uncle now! Uncle Matthew!
bedroom with a roommate. You are right
Matthew Jason, welcome!
near school at all times. However, you
Jason This is my friend, Hazel. Hazel, this is my uncle,
should be in the dormitory by 11 p.m. The
Matthew.
second option is a share house off campus.
Hazel Hello Sir. I’m honored to meet you. I’m a huge
Here, you live with more people. Each of you
fan.
get your own bedroom but you share the
Matthew You must be the friend who dreams of being a
rest of the house, including the kitchen and
drama director like me.
bathroom. And you take the chance of
Hazel Yes! It’s been my dream for a long time and being
getting bad roommates!
here only makes it more exciting.
Matthew Well, let me show you around. Over here is the
interior set. It is made to look like a laboratory.
Jason The detail is very believable. It looks so real.
Hazel Yeah. It’s really well done. Is it the art team that
designs this?
Matthew Yes. The art staff visited various real laboratories
to make this set.
Jason Why are there so many different cameras?
Matthew Each camera has a special purpose such as possible all the time. So, he pre-records for two
shooting characters or landscapes, close-up or days so that he can take a rest on weekends.
from a distance. Georgina Exactly, and it doesn’t stop there. Radio is both
Hazel How do you decide which cameras to use? live and pre-recorded as well. My mom enjoys
Matthew I consult with my camera team. And we shoot a listening to the radio, but she says radio
scene many times in different ways. Then we pick broadcasting on weekends is pre-recorded
the best. because the hosts don’t want to work then.
Hazel How many times do you usually shoot? Billy So, is there any real live broadcasting?
Matthew We sometimes shoot as many as ten times, Georgina Not really. News programs are only partially live.
sometimes more. Anchors host the program at the desk on air,
Jason Ten times? Wow, the actors have a tough job! but reporters sometimes pre-record.
Matthew Actors, actresses, and staff all work very hard, and Billy Well, if you catch them quickly changing topics
we collaborate to get the best shot. If we do our and saying “This just in,” that is a sure sign that
job right, we can take you to another world. it is live.
Jason I have never thought about your job this way. Georgina Some famous sports or political events that are
Now I think I want to be a director as well. history-making are often live as well.
Billy Still, with all the dramas and sitcoms that are
definitely pre-recorded, live TV is getting less and
less common.

Topic 2 Live or Pre-Recorded

Topic 3 Why Should We Watch the News?

￭ Script
Georgina Did you see my favorite boy band’s comeback
show, Billy?
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Billy I almost forgot that you are such a big fan,
Social Students, today’s special topic will be “watching
Georgina. Yes, the show was great!
Teacher the news.” Do you watch the news every day? Or
Georgina It was a worrying year, but their comeback was
do you only watch entertainment news? The fact
successful. I’m still excited!
remains that being informed by the news is very
Billy Ha-ha. Anyway, they made it look easy. They
important. The news reports events from all over
sang 4 songs in a row while dancing. Also, they
the world. It provides us with the necessary
seemed to change their clothes very quickly.
information, so we can understand the world
Georgina Actually, the performances of the second and
around us. The information helps us at our jobs,
fourth songs were pre-recorded.
lets us know about future products, and what our
Billy Really? I thought all of them were live. So, I’m
government is doing for us. It doesn’t just report
confused because I heard audience yelling when
stories, but changes our emotions and thoughts.
the second and fourth songs were on.
A story about a car accident might make us all
Georgina That’s why there is an audience when they do
more careful. A story about polar bears might
pre-recordings.
make us think about the environment. Political
Billy They fooled me!
news is often quite complicated, but it is
Georgina No way! They just wanted to offer the perfect
important to try to follow it. Why don’t you try to
show.
watch the news every day? If you watch the news
Billy I see. It is like my favorite podcast. The
consistently, you can gain insight into the hidden
comedian is funny but a live broadcast is not
workings of the world. It will help us become a
 more thoughtful and informed citizen. However, a. You are right. It was 100% live.
today’s world is overflowing with the news from b. I agree! The live concert was so dynamic!
sources like social media, TV, Internet, radio, and c. Sorry. Next time I will record it better.
much more. To make it worse, some news is too d. Really? I didn’t know that!
sensationalized. This means it is very dramatic or 5 a. B: What are you watching on TV?
exciting so it makes us interested. So, you need
G: I am watching a live news report on the
to have the ability to be selective about the news
president’s speech.
you choose to watch.
b. B: Did you see the report on polar bears last
night?
G: I sure did. The bears are losing their icy
homes.
c. B: How was the comeback concert last night?
G: They didn’t get back until after 10 p.m.
d. B: Why do you watch the news?
G: I think it is important to be an informed
person.

6 a. G: How can you tell if it is live?

￭ Script
B: If they say, “this just in,” it is a sure sign it is
1 a. The anchorwoman does not have a script.
live.
b. The news reporter is interviewing a person.
b. G: What kind of news do you watch?
c. The camera is not working now.
B: I try to watch the news every day.
d. The anchorwoman is reporting the news from the
c. G: Why are there so many cameras on the set?
desk.
B: Each camera has a special purpose, and they
2 a. The set has lights and cameras. film in a different way.
b. The set is outside. d. G: Wow! The concert was better than I
c. The director is giving directions. expected.
d. There are many people on set. B: I agree. The mix of live and pre-recorded
3 G: Thank you for bringing me to your movie performances was done well.

set. 7 B: Did you watch the big football game last

B: No problem. I don’t have a big part, but I’m night, Lisa?
having a lot of fun. G: No, I didn’t have time. I’ll watch it tonight.
G: How did you get a part in the movie B: Really? I won’t watch any sports unless it’s
anyway? live. It’s not as fun.
B: ____________________________________ G: As long as you don’t tell me anything about
a. No, I didn’t like the movie. it, I’ll have fun anyway, Colin.
b. I was lucky. My uncle is the director.
8 M: Good evening and welcome to ABC news.
c. Sorry, I don’t think you are right for this movie.
I’m Joseph Kim. Tonight’s special live report
d. That is what I thought too.
will be about online computer games and
4 G: What did you think about your first live our children. I think all parents should be
concert? interested in what we have uncovered. Your
B: Wow, I really enjoyed the concert! Thank you children, however, might not be as happy. To
for inviting me. begin, why don’t we connect to our reporter,
G: I think live concerts are better than recorded Daniel, and hear what the parents and the
music. What do you think about it? children think about the games? Daniel?
B: ____________________________________
9~10 M: Welcome to our movie set, Megan. Unit 11 Failure and Success
G: Thank you for inviting me. I’ve always
wanted to be on a movie set. Warm Up
M: Well, this is it. But before we go further,
there are a few rules.
G: Yes, what do I need to do?
￭ Script
M: First, watch where you step. There are many
Brian Hey, Sarah. What are you doing?
cords for cameras and lights that you could
Sarah Hey, Brian. I’m researching some famous people for
trip over. And don’t touch cameras or lights.
a school project.
G: Okay. I will watch out. Anything else?
Brian Do you have to write about what made them
M: A few more things. If you hear “quiet on
famous?
set”, please follow that rule. And please don’t
Sarah Sort of. We have to write about the difficulties they
talk to the actors.
had before they became successful.
G: Of course. I will be quiet as a mouse. Can I
Brian Tell me more.
talk to the staff?
Sarah Well, for example, do you know Edison?
M: Well, if they don’t look busy, it will be okay.
Brian Who doesn’t know him? He is a world-famous
11~13 G: Hi, everybody. I’m Stephanie Watts, school inventor.
reporter and I’m here to give you all the Sarah Right. When he was in school, he didn’t adjust to
news about what is happening around our school life. He left school only three months after he
school. The first news is that our boys’ entered.
soccer team, the Cougars, won the match Brian I remember! I read a book about him. Your topic is
yesterday and is proceeding to the finals. I how they failed and how they overcame those
also heard some bad news; some of our failures.
players were hurt, so they won’t be able to Sarah Yes. Our teacher wants us to see that everyone has
play in the next game. The other players will had problems in their lives.
do their best in their place. Go Cougars! We Brian It would be an interesting project to write.
all wish them good luck in their game next
week. Now, let’s move on to the next story.
It’s about our upcoming school festival next
month.
Topic 1 How Did You Win the Contest?

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Ethan Congratulations, Jessie! You did such a fantastic job.
Jessie Thank you, Ethan. That was thrilling. I can’t believe
that I won the piano competition this year.
Ethan I wish I was as talented as you. You probably have
shelves full of awards and trophies.
Jessie Actually, this is the first time I’ve won the first prize
at a piano contest.
Ethan Really? I can’t believe it!
Jessie Really. Last year, I entered three piano competitions,
and the best I did was third place.
Ethan Wow. So what was your secret to winning today?
Jessie As they say, practice makes perfect. I practiced every arm from just below the shoulder.
day for two months to get ready for this Simon What? That happens to people in real life?
competition. Some days, I would practice for more Mindy It isn’t common, but she was unlucky.
than eight hours. Simon Hold on. You said she was a champion. Did she
Ethan Unbelievable! If I were you, I am not sure that I win before losing her arm?
would be able to practice that much. Weren’t you Mindy No, she returned to surfing only one month after
nervous? losing the arm. She worked hard and became a
Jessie Of course, I was. But playing in front of others is champion surfer, winning contests in USA and
something that I practiced as well. If I am not calm, Australia.
I can’t feel the rhythm. Simon Don’t you need both hands for balance when
Ethan That’s fascinating! What do you do if you can’t calm surfing?
down? Mindy Yes, so she had to learn all over again. In the
Jessie I practice breathing exercises to make myself relax beginning, she was frustrated and had doubts. Her
before I perform. team made a longer and thicker board for her to
Ethan That sounds like a tip I should learn when playing solve balance problems.
the violin. I haven’t joined any competitions because Simon I understand. A heavier board would make things
I am too uncomfortable in front of others. easier.
Jessie This might help. First, close your eyes and imagine Mindy She only used it for a while. She learned to kick
something peaceful. Then, take a few deep breaths harder with her legs and found her balance with
in and out. That should calm you down. her new body. She competes with regular boards.
Ethan That’s good advice. I’ll practice that and consider Simon Wow, she is amazing! I will watch that movie too.
joining the violin competition next month.
Jessie Good luck! I hope you have a lot of success.

Topic 3 The Road to Success

Topic 2 Overcoming a Bad Situation

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Michael Hi, everyone. Thank you for inviting me to your
Kane class. My name is Michael Kane, and I’m a
￭ Script
patissier. That means I am a special kind of baker
Simon Mindy, you seem distracted. What’s up?
that specializes in small cakes and tarts. I have
Mindy Simon, I can’t stop thinking about a recent movie I
my own bakery and host a TV baking show, so
watched. It was an inspiring story.
many people ask me about my success. But I’m
Simon What was it about?
not here to talk only about success, but about
Mindy It was a documentary about the life and
failure as well. I was employed by a design
achievements of Bethany Hamilton, a championship
company for many years but I found my job
surfer.
unfulfilling and depressing. I thought I had failed.
Simon Sorry. I haven’t ever heard of her.
One day, a friend dragged me to a baking class
Mindy Seriously? She is a role model for many people
to reduce my stress. It was so much more fun
who have faced hardships. She demonstrated how
than I had expected! After that class, I started
to get back up and try again, even after her major
another higher-level class for baking
loss.
professionals. Soon, I resigned from my job to
Simon What was the loss?
concentrate on baking. I studied hard. Eventually,
Mindy When she was only 13 years old, she was surfing
I set up my own shop. I thought my products
and a tiger shark attacked her. It bit off her left
would be a hit! When they weren’t, I thought I
 failed again. But I didn’t let it destroy my passion. 5 a. B: Well, I think that was a complete failure.
I started to make my own special recipes. I visited G: I am sorry to hear that.
other shops all over the country, researched their b. B: What is your biggest failure that you’ve
recipes, and learned how to manage my shop. experienced?
After about 2 years, I reopened my bakery, which G: Failures are of no use.
is currently doing well. The point is that the c. B: How did you feel when you won the prize in
failure you may be afraid of is not a roadblock. the contest?
Failure is not a result, but just a process. G: I could not believe it at first!
d. B: Do you have any roadblocks between you
and your dream job?
G: Yes, of course, but I try to overcome them all
the time.

6 a. G: I think I will quit trying to be an inventor.

B: Don’t do that. Your ideas are very good.
b. G: What is your best tip for getting first place in
this final term?
B: I never doze in class.
￭ Script c. G: Please try this. It is a new recipe I am trying.
1 a. They are holding up the championship cup. B: Wow, thank you for giving me your new
b. They are standing at the victory stand. creation!
c. They have a bunch of flowers. d. G: Do you think the upcoming TV show will
d. They are wearing their medals around their necks. fail?
2 a. The man is rowing a boat. B: He has become popular through the comedy

b. The man is getting on his surfboard. show.

c. The man is failing to balance on the surfboard. 7 W: You look disappointed. What’s wrong,
d. The man is diving into the lake. Walter?
3 G: What are you researching? M: Well… my idea for a new mobile game was a

B: I’m looking for famous people who faced failure. My co-workers didn’t like it.

failures. W: Don’t be down. You know the proverb

G: Is this for a school project? “Failure is a stepping stone to success.”

B: ____________________________________ M: Thank you for saying so, Tina. It’s a comfort

a. I don’t often make mistakes at school. talking to you.

b. Yes. It is for a history class. 8 B: My report is on Thomas Edison. As you

c. I’m afraid of facing failures. know, he was a great inventor. He helped
d. No, I don’t remember his face. make the electric lamp and many other
4 B: I heard your dad closed down his bakery. things. But did you know that he had many

G: Yes, but it is not the end for him. He sees roadblocks to overcome before becoming

this as a chance to learn more and do better. successful? In fact, his teachers didn’t think

B: So, what will he do? he was smart enough to learn the material

G: ____________________________________ taught in class. But his teachers were wrong.

a. You will have to hurry. It is closing soon. He overcame many problems and became a

b. I don’t need anything from the bakery. success.

c. He will rest for a while and try new recipes.

d. Yes, he will do that right away.
9~10 B: What did you watch on TV last night? Unit 12 Environment
G: I watched a documentary about a man who
climbed Mount Everest. Warm Up
B: That sounds pretty interesting.
G: The most interesting part was that he lost
both of his feet trying to climb the mountain
￭ Script
when he was younger.
Anne Come on, Trevor. School is done for the day. Let’s
B: Seriously? How did he climb the mountain
go home.
then?
Trevor Just a second, Anne.
G: He practiced with his fake feet and believed
Anne What? Do you have something to do?
in himself.
Trevor Yes, I want to sort the recycling and take it out.
B: Wow, amazing!
Anne Did Mrs. Leblanc ask you to do that?
11~13 M: Good afternoon, students. I am George Trevor No, I just want to help the environment. The earth is
Sanders and I’m a firefighter. I’m not here to getting worse and worse.
talk to you about fire safety though. I’m Anne I hear news like that a lot. What do we have to do
actually here to talk about failure and how for the environment?
to keep trying. As you can see, I am a short Trevor Little things like taking the stairs instead of the
man. People said that a firefighter wasn’t a elevator would help.
good job choice for me because people Anne I can do that. I live on the 5th floor.
usually think firefighters should be big and Trevor Also, take shorter showers and always recycle or
tall. I tried many times to become a reuse when you can.
firefighter and failed. But I didn’t give up and Anne Thanks, Trevor. Now let me help you with the
I made it. Well, I’m still short, but I showed recycling.
them that my height wasn’t important.

Topic 1 Fine Dust Warning

￭ Script
Boram Hey, Seho! Where is your mask? The news says the
fine dust level is the worst today.
Seho Actually, I have one in my pocket. I feel stuffy when
I wear it.
Boram I have that problem, too. But if you don’t wear the
mask, you will be at risk for some serious illnesses
in your lungs and throat.
Seho How can it be so serious? The dust is small enough
to be held in the air. Something that small can’t
hurt us, can it?
Boram That’s why it’s so bad. The dust is so small that it
isn’t filtered by the mouth and nose. It goes straight
to our lungs and can cause problems for our lungs,
throat, or other organs.
Seho That’s scary to hear. Why do we have fine dust, climate change?
anyway? Justine Scientists say that the temperature is increasing
Boram Coal fuel used to power our houses and pollution because of global warming. As a result, the air is
from both cars and factories add to poor air quality getting drier and drier. This makes the perfect
and fine dust. conditions for fires to break out.
Seho Is this an issue only for our country, Boram? Craig That’s too bad. What other problems do we have?
Boram Unfortunately, no. There are many factories which Justine Sea levels are rising because the temperature of
make smoke from the burning of coal or oil in other the sea is going up, and the glaciers are melting,
countries near ours. That smoke is moving to us which makes the amount of seawater increase.
due to air movement. That’s the big issue these Places built on lower ground are gradually sinking.
days. Craig Ah, I’ve heard about that! I heard the famous
Seho It sounds very serious. I think cooperation between resort, Maldives, is sinking little by little.
countries is needed. Justine Right. There are heavy rains, droughts, heat waves,
Boram Yes, that’s right. And fine dust gets worse in winter. and other strange weather events due to global
Seho Really? I thought fine dust would be worse in warming.
summer because it’s very hot and sticky. Craig You are scaring me!
Boram More fine dust is produced when we heat our Justine But it’s true. So we have to make an effort to save
buildings and houses in both our country and other our planet.
countries. And fine dust doesn’t move well once it Craig Right. Let’s start today! I will use the air conditioner
comes to our country because of our stable air. less from now on!
Seho Oh, my gosh! Despite my discomfort, I have to wear
a mask.

Topic 3 Paradise Has Too Much Garbage

Topic 2 Changes in the World’s Weather

￭ Script
Steven Good evening everyone. Welcome to ABC news
and I’m Steven Smith. Tonight’s special topic is
￭ Script
about environmental pollution. Boracay, the
Justine Hey, Craig. Did you watch the environment
beautiful resort of the Philippines, had to close its
documentary on TV last night?
doors to all tourism for six months because the
Craig Only a bit because I had to do my homework.
small island was filling up with garbage. The major
Justine The program dealt with the threat of global
reason for this is tourism. Tourism brings a lot of
climate change. In fact, it’s much hotter these
money to people on that island, but tourism is
days and our summer is longer than earlier years.
also a source of a lot of garbage. Many people
Craig Yes, so my grandma had a hard time last year,
visit this island, causing the hotels and restaurants
Justine.
to make huge amounts of waste. They often use
Justine My cousin too. She lives in California where there
many plastics and don’t recycle these plastics
was a tremendous forest fire.
properly. More people mean more water usage
Craig I saw it on the news. Were they injured or did
and toilet needs. The water and beaches were
they lose their home?
becoming more and more polluted. Boracay didn’t
Justine They’re okay because they live away from the
have big enough waste management factories or
forested area, but they have not gotten over the
underground pipes for wastes. The solution is to
trauma yet.
reduce and deal with waste properly. Tourists
Craig Of course not. But how is the fire related to
should throw away waste at the proper places, and
 especially keep plastic garbage out of the sea to 5 a. B: Oh my! Look at all that garbage.
protect sea creatures. Also, they should not do G: We should try to keep our school clean.
waste any food that you order. Hotels and the b. B: Did you hear about the heavy rain on the
government need to create systems to deal with island?
waste. It’s important that the government makes G: Yes, my cousin that lives there had to leave
new policies that include fines for hotels that don’t her house.
handle wastes well. We should remember the c. B: Is air pollution an issue only for our country?
planet won’t last forever unless we try to save it. G: No, I’m not from this country.
d. B: Why is fine dust worse in the winter?
G: Because we burn more coal to keep our
houses warm.

6 a. G: They say that this heat wave is related to

global warming.
B: I heard that too.
b. G: I left my mask at home today.
B: I have an extra one. Here you are.
c. G: Did you hear that some famous tourism
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1 a. There are many swimmers in the ocean. B: Yes. Humans are destroying the earth.
b. The forest has many kinds of garbage. d. G: What can we do to help keep our planet
c. Garbage has washed onto the beach. clean?
d. The sea animals are playing in the trash. B: I agree. Let’s start today.
2 a. The boy is sitting on his knees. 7 B: What are you doing this Saturday, Rose?
b. The air quality looks bad outside. G: I don’t have any plans. Why, Sam?
c. The boy is wearing a mask outside. B: A few of us are going to the park to pick up
d. The boy is lying on the bed wearing a mask. some garbage and we need more help. Do
3 G: Did you hear about the Maldives? you want to join with us?
B: Only that it is a beautiful place to visit? G: Yes, I’d love to help. I think we should all do
Why? things like this.
G: Well, I hear that the islands will soon be 8 B: Hello, everyone. I’m Brian Dursten. I came
underwater due to global warming. from western Canada. As you might have
B: ____________________________________
heard, there are a lot of big forest fires there
a. I can swim underwater very well. this season. Even though they are not near
b. All islands are surrounded by water. my house, the smoke travels very far. My
c. Oh, I hadn’t heard that! How sad! mother and father thought it was safer and
d. It is chilly today. I hope it warms up soon. cleaner for me to live with my grandma for a
4 B: I watched a documentary on the weather while. So, I came to this school today.
changes and global warming last night.
G: What kinds of things did it say?
B: I was shocked global warming is causing
forest fires. Did you know that?
G: ____________________________________
a. Yes. Global warming makes the air drier.
b. Our weather forecast calls for rain.
c. Yes. It was very hot last night.
d. The weather changes make my feelings change.
9~10 B: Raye, did you see the picture of the bird that Final Test
died because of all the plastic in its
stomach?
G: No, I didn’t. I can only imagine how terrible
it was. Why does it happen, Fred?
B: Well, the birds and the other sea life think
the garbage could be food and eat it.
G: I think I understand. The garbage doesn’t get
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digested and gets stuck.
1 G: Dad, it was cold last night. I needed an extra
B: Exactly. Human beings are killing the planet.
blanket.
G: We really need to start cleaning the ocean.
M: We all were surprised by that. And it looks
11~13 M: Good evening. I’m Barry Frost and I’ll be like today is going to be colder.
reporting the weather for you this evening. G: I should wear one more sweater.
The first and most important thing is you M: Actually, how about I drive you closer to
must bring your masks. Due to the direction where your school is, Alice?
of the winds and the time of the year, we G: That would be great. But are you sure you
are expecting high levels of fine dust to be want to do that? I know you like this spot.
coming from factories and other countries. M: No problem. The best thing of our house is
We recommend not being outdoors for a that we can move it anytime and anywhere.
long time tomorrow if you can. Stay inside
2 M: This is today’s CBN news. Here are today’s
and don’t forget to wear a mask if you must
headlines:
go outside.
• The Korean and Japanese national soccer
teams will have a match this evening.
• According to CBN research, eight out of
ten high school students don't have
breakfast because of lack of sleep.
• The world-famous rock band "Shouty" will
hold a concert at Sejong Art Center in
October.
• The National Weather Center says that
typhoon Nuri is approaching Jeju Island.
That's all for now. I'll be back in a few
minutes.

3 B: How was your favorite group’s concert last

week?
G: Actually, I found it very disappointing.
B: Why is that, Luna?
G: Well, I thought it would all be live, or at least
mostly live.
B: How much was pre-recorded?
G: Most of it. And one of the pre-recordings
wasn’t done that cleverly either. It was used
at their last concert.
B: Well, I hope you forgive them and continue
to like their music.
G: Oh, I still like the group. It will take more
than one bad concert to change my mind.
4 M: You look so sad, Sarah. What happened to 8 B: Hi, Katie. Nice to see you here.
you? G: Oh, Nate. I’m glad you’re here. Do you have
W: Actually, I lost my job. I thought it was a $2 I can borrow?
good fit, but I was fired last week. B: Again? I lent you money just last week. Why
M: I’m sorry to hear that. Are you applying for do you ask?
other companies? G: I want to get something to drink from the
W: Yes, but I’m afraid I can’t get a job, David. vending machine, but I only have a $5 bill
M: Do you know that? Steve Jobs was fired with me.
from the company he began. B: Well, if I lend you the money, do you
W: How did he become so successful despite promise to pay me back tomorrow?
his failure? G: Of course. I think I owe you $12 now in
M: He realized his passion for his work was total, right?
bigger than he had thought and he tried B: Yes. Please put it in your backpack tonight!
over and over again. 9 M: A ger is a house suited for tough weather.
W: I see. I will make a bigger effort.
To stand up against the winds, the door is
M: Cheer up. Sarah!
built with wood. The sloped roof is not easily
5 a. G: Do you live in a house or an apartment? torn off by the wind. Most importantly, the
B: I live in an apartment. circular shape of the ger allows it to be
b. G: Did you see the news last night? quickly and efficiently heated and cooled.
B: Really? That’s news to me. Due to these unique features, Mongolian has
c. G: What language is spoken in your country? lived in gers for a long period, because the
B: Spanish is spoken in my country. Mongolian lifestyle is largely affected by the
d. G: What’s the matter, Jack? You look upset. weather.
B: I just lost another 50 cents in this stupid 10 G: Paul, how do I look with this T-shirt?
vending machine.
B: You look good, Joy.
6 M: Trees are doing many things for us. They G: Oh, but it’s a little expensive. It’s $50.
provide oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide, B: Did you already use all of your allowance?
dust and dirt. They help to control the air G: I think so. It’s hard for me to manage the
temperature. They make the streets clean. In allowance.
addition, they provide food for people and B: Right, but you should start learning how to
wildlife as well as useful products, like paper. handle money.
They also provide excellent homes for birds, G: Can you let me know an effective way to
bees, and squirrels. People should protect manage money?
them and plant more trees. B: Of course, let’s plan it together!

7 B: Do you think saying “I love you.” is 11 G: Dad, what was your biggest failure?
important? M: Actually, I really wanted to be a doctor, but I
G: Yes, I tell my parents almost every day. I failed to pass the exam to be a doctor.
express my mind by saying it. G: Oh, you felt so frustrated at that time, right?
B: Really, Daisy? I find it hard to say that even M: I was actually a bit frustrated, but I did not
once a year. give up. I believed in myself and tried to
G: Whenever I talk to my mom or dad on the pass the exam.
phone, I tell them that I love them before G: Oh, so you finally passed the exam!
hanging up. M: Right, I don’t think failure is a complete
B: Every time? failure. I think it is just a step to success.
G: Yes. I like saying it and hearing it back. G: Wow! I never thought of it that way. You are
really cool, dad.
12 B: Hey, Bonnie. You are a helpful person, aren’t 15 G: Jason. You look tired. Is everything okay?
you? B: Not really. As you know, Ellen, we are
G: That sounds like a trick question, Tim. Okay. moving out of our house and into an
Yes. I like to be a helpful person. apartment next week.
B: What about the environment? Do you think G: What’s wrong with that? Is the apartment
we should all try to help save it? too small?
G: Of course, we should. Do you need help? B: Well, it is smaller but that isn’t the problem.
B: Well, I need more volunteers for our school The problem is that I should try and get rid
recycling program. of things I don’t need anymore.
G: Hmm. Okay. That doesn’t sound hard. G: Okay. I understand. That can be difficult to
B: Great. I’ll see you in room 202 at 3:45 p.m. do, especially if there are a lot of memories.
G: Wait! What? Do I have to stay after school? B: I agree. I’m struggling.
B: Please! G: I’m coming over to help you. Let’s go.
G: Okay, if you say so. 16 G: I’m Amy, a reporter of Students Newspaper.
13 B: I watched some very tragic news. Today we would like to listen to your success
G: What was that? story. Welcome, Mr. Tailor.
B: A sea turtle was suffering from the pain M: Thank you. I did not start out with a big
because straws that people had thrown away restaurant like everybody else.
were stuck in its nose. G: When did you start your own restaurant?
G: Oh… I saw that news. I was really sorry that I M: I started my own business earlier than
used many straws. So, I decided not to use others. At that time, I was 25 years old and I
plastic straws. borrowed lots of money. Anyway, I failed in
B: Great idea, Sally! It is a small part, but if my first business.
many people take part in the environmental G: However, you were not frustrated, right?
movement, I am sure that the polluted M: Right, I think I am a positive person. I failed
environment will get better little by little. three times, and I visited many other
G: You’re right. So, what will you do for our restaurants and I studied their menus.
environment? G: Then, is this your 4th restaurant?
B: I will try to have a handkerchief because I M: Yes.
tend to use tissue a lot. 17 G: James, are you satisfied with your allowance?
14 B: Jane, are you free tonight? B: Well, I try to manage my allowance. Why?
G: Yes, why, Sam? G: I think my allowance is not enough. I can’t
B: I want to watch a movie Spiderman. Did you buy everything I want.
watch it? B: Many people can’t buy everything they want.
G: Not yet, but is it still showing? If you have much more money, do you think
B: No, it is over so we should watch it at home. you will be happy?
G: Okay. Can we watch it from the first G: Yeah. The more money I have, the happier I
episode? I don’t remember the story. will be.
B: That sounds cool. See you soon. B: I don’t think so. Did you know that as the
nation becomes richer, the happiness of their
citizens does not rise?
G: Really? I can’t believe that.
18 G: Hi, Eric. What are you doing?
B: I’m trying to pick a Chinese speaking course
for this term.
G: Chinese speaking course? Are you interested
in Chinese?
B: Yes, I really want to be a good Chinese
speaker like you. Can you give me some tips,
Iris?
G: Of course! I usually practice Chinese by
watching Chinese movies during breaks.
B: Which movie is the best for studying
Chinese?
G: I think comedy will be helpful to study at
first. If the movie is funny, you can pay more
attention.
B: Okay. I’ll try both a speaking course and
watching movies.

19 G: How was your day?

B: Good enough. I hate wearing these masks
though.
G: I know. And it seems that there are more
days with high levels of dust every year.
B: I really miss fresh air and clean skies.
G: Me too. Is there something that we can do
to fix the problem?
a. I’m not sure what the actual levels were today.
b. No, the mask actually makes me less helpful.
c. Yes. We should use less energy.
d. I’ll try to fix the problem.

20 B: Beth, do you think learning new languages is

important?
G: Yes, I do. Because of the Internet, we are all
connected.
B: Well, if I don’t know a word, I can just use a
dictionary or translation apps.
G: That may be true, but understanding the
culture is also important.
B: Oh! I remember something. I read the
Eskimos have 50 words for snow.
a. The translation app is convenient to use.
b. You should use a dictionary well.
c. Right. Culture and language are separated.
d. See, culture and language go together.