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UNIT 1 A Sport I Can Play

A. 1. I know how to play basketball. You need five players for each team. 2. I know how to play handball. You need seven players for each team. 3. I know how to play badminton. You need one or two players for each team. 4. I know how to play baseball. You need nine or ten players for each team. B. 1. You also need a basketball and a hoop. 2. You also need special shoes and a net. 3. You also need a racket and a shuttlecock. 4. You also need a bat and a glove. C. 1. c 2. d 3. b 4. a D. 1. I know how to play baseball. 2. You need nine or ten players for each team. 3. You also need a bat and a glove. 4. Some people play this game wearing special clothes. 5. You have to hit the ball very hard. 6. You have to avoid someone catching your ball. 7. You also need to run around some bases. 8. The team with the most runs wins. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. I know how to play beach volleyball. You need two to four players for each team. You also need a special ball and a net. You have to hit the ball over the tall net. You cant catch the ball or throw it. The ball needs to land on the other side. The team with the most points wins. B. She knows how to play beach volleyball. (She thinks) you need two to four players for each team. (She thinks) you (also) need a special ball and a net. (She thinks) you have to hit the ball over the tall net. (She thinks) you cant catch the ball or throw it.

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UNIT 2 To Be Outdoors
A. 1. When the weather is hot, I like to be at the pool. 2. When the weather is wet, I like to stay indoors. 3. When the weather is cold, I like to go to the mountains. 4. When the weather is windy, I like to go to the park. B. 1. My favorite thing to do is surf the Internet. My second favorite thing to do is call my friends. 2. My favorite thing to do is feed the ducks. My second favorite thing to do is skateboard. 3. My favorite thing to do is play in my tree house. My second favorite thing to do is pick some flowers. 4. My favorite thing to do is read books. My second favorite thing to do is paint pictures. C. 1. b 2. a 3. c 4. d D. 1. When the weather is windy, I like to go to the park. 2. My favorite thing to do is catch falling leaves. 3. My second favorite thing to do is run around. 4. Sometimes, there are other things that I have to do. 5. At times, I have to do my English homework. 6. When this happens, I try to do it outside. 7. Often, I study lying on the patio. 8. I like to read books lying on the patio, too. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. When the weather is warm, I like to be outdoors. My favorite thing to do is ride my bicycle. My second favorite thing to do is play Frisbee. At times, I have to study or babysit my sister. (Note: This answer could be interchangeable with the answer below.) When this happens, I try to do it outdoors. Often, I study on the grass in my backyard. I play games with my sister in the backyard, too. B. When the weather is warm, he likes to be outdoors. His favorite thing to do is ride his bicycle. His second favorite thing to do is play Frisbee. At times, he has to study or babysit his sister. When this happens, he tries to do it outdoors. 2

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UNIT 3 My Computer
A. 1. I often use my computer to shop online. 2. I often use my computer to look up information. 3. I often use my computer to upload photos. 4. I often use my computer to watch videos. B. 1. With my computer, studying another language is easy. 2. With my computer, checking the weather is easy. 3. With my computer, finding out whats happening is easy. 4. With my computer, buying birthday presents is easy. C. 1. c 2. b 3. d 4. a D. 1. I often use my computer to write stories. 2. With my computer, writing text is easy! 3. I can search for information quickly on the computer, too. 4. I also use my computer to send pictures. 5. I like to keep in touch with people. 6. Sometimes, I check an online dictionary. 7. I can update my webpage as well. 8. If I have time, I also like to play online games. 9. Its much more fun than playing on a board! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. I often use my computer to do my homework. With my computer, finding answers is easy! I can type up assignments quickly on the computer, too. (Note: This answer is interchangeable with some of the answers below) I also use my computer to send email. Sometimes, I chat online with an instant messenger. If I have time, I also like to play computer games. Its much more fun than doing homework! B. She often uses her computer to do her homework. With her computer, finding answers is easy. She can type up assignments quickly on the computer, too. She also uses her computer to send email. (The number of response sentences might vary here.) (She thinks) its much more fun than doing homework! 3

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UNIT 4 Some Famous Places

A. 1. In the future, Id like to visit Laos. Its located next to Thailand and Vietnam. 2. In the future, Id like to visit Kazakhstan. Its located next to China and Russia. 3. In the future, Id like to visit Tanzania. Its located next to Kenya and Zambia. 4. In the future, Id like to visit India. Its located next to Pakistan and Nepal. B. 1. The population of Laos is around six million people. The capital city is Vientiane, which is in the west. 2. The population of Kazakhstan is around sixteen million people. The capital city is Astana, which is in the north. 3. The population of Tanzania is around forty million people. The capital city is Dodoma, which is in the center. 4. The population of India is around one billion people. The capital city is New Delhi, which is in the north. C. 1. d 2. c 3. b 4. a D. 1. In the future, Id like to visit Canada. 2. Its located next to the USA. 3. The population of Canada is around thirty-five million people. 4. The capital city is Ottawa, which is in the east. 5. There are some famous places, including Lake Louise. 6. This is a lake where you can see a big glacier. 7. Maybe you have heard of Celine Dion? 8. She is Canadian, and she is a famous singer. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. In the future, Id like to visit Ireland. Its located next to England, Wales, and Scotland. The population of Ireland is around six million people. The capital city is Dublin, which is in the northeast. There are some famous places, including the Blarney Stone. This is a stone that you kiss and make a wish. You can see many sheep farms in that country, too. B. In the future, he would like to visit Ireland. Its located next to England, Wales, and Scotland. The population of Ireland is around six million people. The capital city is Dublin, which is in the northeast. There are some famous places, including the Blarney Stone. 4

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UNIT 5 Something I Like Making

A. 1. I really like making toffee ice cream sundaes. 2. I really like making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. 3. I really like making apple pie with vanilla sauce. 4. I really like making shrimp and vegetable dumplings. B. 1. a,b,c 2. b,c,d 3. a,b,d 4. a,b,c C. 1. a 2. c 3. d 4. b D. 1. I really like making hot chocolate with cream. 2. On a winters day, this is a really great drink. 3. Let me tell you how to make it. 4. The ingredients I need are milk, chocolate, and cream. 5. First, heat up some milk in a pan. 6. After that, pour it into a cup with chocolate. 7. Because its not sweet, you need to add some sugar. 8. If you want, add some cream on the top, too. 9. As a final step, put some chocolate on the top. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. I really like making lemonade. The ingredients I need are lemons, water, and sugar. First, fill a large pitcher with cool water. After that, squeeze some lemons into the water. Because its very sour, you need to add some sugar. If you want, add some ice and lemon peel, too. As a final step, pour the lemonade into a glass. B. She really likes making lemonade. The ingredients she needs are lemons, water, and sugar. First, fill a large pitcher with cool water. After that, squeeze some lemons into the water. As a final step, pour the lemonade into a glass.

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UNIT 6 Our Special Place

A. 1. We often go to the beach near my grandparents house. 2. We often go to the amusement park next to the tower. 3. We often go to the tennis courts by the zoo. 4. We often go to the castle on the cliff. B. 1. We usually go snorkeling and swimming in the sea. We often stay there for about one month. 2. We usually go to ride the carousel and big wheel. We often stay there for about one day. 3. We usually go to play a match and have fun. We often stay there for about two hours. 4. We usually go to hunt for ghosts and play tricks. We often stay there for about half a day. C. 1. d 2. b 3. a 4. c D. 1. There is a special place that I go to. 2. I go there with my friends. 3. We often go to the beach near my grandparents house. 4. We usually go looking for starfish in the sand. 5. We stay there for about a week. 6. Every evening, we watch the sunset. 7. Its fun because we can have a barbecue. 8. We also do plenty of interesting things during the day. 9. We hike, play volleyball, and relax in the sun. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. There is a special place that I go to. I go there with my family. We often go to the mountains near a lake. We usually go camping with tents. We stay there for about a week and a half. Every night, we play games by the campfire. Its fun because we play board games and card games. B. He often goes to the mountains near a lake. He usually goes camping with tents. He stays there for about a week and a half. Every night, he plays games by the campfire. Its fun because he plays board games and card games.

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UNIT 7 The Importance of Friendship

A. 1. Money is very important to me. 2. Family is very important to me. 3. Technology is very important to me. 4. Education is very important to me. B. 1. Without my allowance, I would be poor and unhappy. 2. Without my family, I would feel sad and alone. 3. Without my cell phone, I would not be able to chat with friends. 4. Without my studies, I would not be able to get a good job. C. 1. c 2. d 3. b 4. a D. 1. Family is very important to me. 2. Without my family, I would feel sad and lonely. 3. I like to spend time with them. 4. Usually, we eat dinner at home together. 5. My family and I have also shared many vacations together. 6. We have lots of happy memories and photos. 7. My family makes me feel better when I am unhappy. 8. They encourage me to get better grades at school. 9. My family is an important part of my life. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Friendship is very important to me. Without my friends, I would feel lonely and bored. Usually, we eat in the school cafeteria together. My friends and I have also joined the tennis team. We practice playing together after school. My friends make me feel better when I am sad. My friends are an important part of my life. B. Friendship is very important to her. Without her friends, she would feel lonely and bored. Usually, they eat in the school cafeteria together. Her friends make her feel better when she is sad.

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UNIT 8 Baby Rabbits

A. 1. In my opinion, the smelliest animals are skunks. 2. In my opinion, the ugliest animals are slugs. 3. In my opinion, the most beautiful animals are peacocks. 4. In my opinion, the scariest animals are spiders. B. 1. Do you know that baby seals, sharks, and bats are called pups? 2. Do you know that baby pandas, foxes, and cheetahs are called cubs? 3. Do you know that baby koalas and kangaroos are called joeys? 4. Do you know that baby flies, ants, and bees are called larvae? C. 1. b 2. a 3. d 4. c D. 1. In my opinion, the coolest animals are bats. 2. I saw some bats on TV. 3. I like their soft, fluffy bodies and big wings. 4. But they dont look so big when they are born. 5. Do you know that baby bats are called pups? 6. They are born blind and with no fur. 7. I wish I had a bat, but my parents wont allow it. 8. Instead, I have a picture of Batman on my wall! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. In my opinion, the cutest animals are rabbits. I saw some rabbits at the pet store. I like their soft, fluffy tails and big ears. Do you know that baby rabbits are called bunnies? They are born blind and with no fur. I wish I had a rabbit, but my parents wont allow it. Instead, I have a poster of Bugs Bunny on my wall! B. In her opinion, the cutest animals are rabbits. She saw some rabbits at the pet store. She likes their soft, fluffy tails and big ears. Baby rabbits are called bunnies. She wishes she had a rabbit, but her parents wont allow it.

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UNIT 9 Turn Left

A. 1. Im going to tell you how to get to the post office. 2. Im going to tell you how to get to my house. 3. Im going to tell you how to get to the library. 4. Im going to tell you how to get to the stadium. B. 1. Continue walking until you see the elementary school. 2. Continue walking until you see the little flower shop. 3. Continue walking until you see the brand-new bookshop. 4. Continue walking until you see the subway station entrance. C. 1. a 2. c 3. d 4. b D. 1. Im going to tell you how to get to the subway station. 2. Getting there is very difficult. 3. Its easier if you have a bike. 4. First, go straight for three blocks. 5. When you get to the elementary school, turn left. 6. Continue walking until you see the library. 7. There will be a crosswalk in front of you. 8. Go across it, and the subway station will be on your right! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Im going to tell you how to get to the donut store. Getting there is difficult. First, walk straight for two blocks. When you get to the traffic lights, turn left. Continue walking until you see the big red building. There will be a crosswalk on the right. Go across it, and the donut store will be in front of you! B. He is going to tell you how to get to the donut store. Getting there is difficult. First, walk straight for two blocks. When you get to the traffic lights, turn left. Continue walking until you see the big red building.

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UNIT 10 A Special Animal

A. 1. Its my pony, and his name is Prince. 2. Its a goat, and its name is Ollie. 3. Its my turtle, and his name is Tony. 4. Its my friends lizard, and her name is Skinny. B. 1. They enjoy rolling in the dirt and making a mess. 2. It enjoys running in a wheel all day. 3. He enjoys climbing trees and jumping on me. 4. She enjoys hiding under my bed or in my closet. C. 1. c 2. d 3. a 4. b D. 1. I know an animal that is very special. 2. Its my cat, and her name is Carolina. 3. She can jump, run fast, and open the refrigerator. 4. She enjoys chasing toys and sleeping all day. 5. She eats cat food, but her favorite treat is ice cream. 6. She sleeps in a basket on the kitchen floor. 7. She is my best friend. 8. She is special to me because she keeps me company. 9. And she is different because she only has one eye! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. I know an animal that is very special. Its my dog, and his name is Brutus. He enjoys chasing sticks and balls at the beach. He eats dog food, but his favorite treat is pineapple. He sleeps on the floor in my bedroom. He is special to me because he makes me happy. And he is different because he only has three legs! B. Its her dog, and his name is Brutus. He enjoys chasing sticks and balls at the beach. He eats dog food, but his favorite treat is pineapple. He sleeps on the floor in her bedroom. He is special to her because he makes her happy.

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UNIT 11 Once Upon a Time

A. 1. I read a wonderful novel recently. 2. I saw an excellent movie recently. 3. I saw a really great TV program recently. 4. I saw an amazing musical. B. 1. It was about a prince who loved a poor girl. 2. It was about aliens who tried to attack Earth. 3. It was about an evil criminal who stole money. 4. It was about a student who was very naughty. C. 1. d 2. c 3. b 4. a D. 1. I saw a very good movie recently. 2. It was about a cowboy and his horse. 3. The cowboy was riding through the desert. 4. At the beginning, the journey was easy. 5. But the journey became very difficult. 6. It was very hot, and they had no food or water. 7. Luckily, there was a girl who helped them. 8. In the end, they survived and returned home safely. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. I read an awesome comic book recently. It was about an evil wizard. At the beginning, the evil wizard killed the king. And he kidnapped the prince. He did this so he could be king instead. Luckily, there was a brave knight with a magic sword. In the end, everyone lived happily ever after. B. He read an awesome comic book recently. It was about an evil wizard. At the beginning, the evil wizard killed the king. And he kidnapped the prince. In the end, everyone lived happily ever after.

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UNIT 12 Fun to Watch on TV

A. 1. Sumo wrestling is an exciting sport to watch on TV. 2. Pool is a boring sport to watch on TV. 3. Boxing is an interesting sport to watch on TV. 4. Horse racing is a great sport to watch on TV. B. 1. The most exciting part is when they enter the stadium. 2. The most exciting part is when time is running out. 3. The most exciting part is when someone gets knocked down. 4. The most exciting part is when they get ready to race. C. 1. c 2. b 3. a 4. d D. 1. Boxing is an exciting sport to watch on TV. 2. My sister says that fighting isnt a sport, but I dont agree. 3. I think it takes a lot of power to compete. 4. The most exciting part is when someone gets knocked out. 5. I like it when boxers do lots of fast punches, too. 6. Boxing matches last from a few minutes to an hour. 7. I never get tired of watching them. 8. One day, I want to go and see a professional match. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Baseball is a fun sport to watch on TV. My mom says that its boring, but I dont agree. I think it takes a lot of skill to play baseball. The most exciting part is when someone hits a home run. I like it when players dive to catch the ball, too. Baseball games last for hours. One day, I want to go and see a professional game. B. (He thinks that) baseball is a fun sport to watch on TV. His mom says that its boring(,but he doesnt agree). (He thinks) the most exciting part is when someone hits a home run. He likes it when the players dive to catch the ball, too. Baseball games last for hours.

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UNIT 13 The Stinky Skunk

A. 1. The octopus has a surprising way of protecting itself. 2. The horned lizard has a strange way of protecting itself. 3. The hairy frog has an unexpected way of protecting itself. 4. The Malaysian ant has an unpleasant way of protecting itself. B. 1. Instead of biting, the octopus uses ink. 2. Instead of running away, the horned lizard uses blood. 3. Instead of jumping away, the hairy frog uses a weapon. 4. Instead of hiding, the Malaysian ant uses juice. C. 1. a. 2. b 3. d 4. c D. 1. Let me tell you about the horned lizard. 2. The horned lizard has a strange way of protecting itself. 3. Instead of fighting, the horned lizard uses blood. 4. When a horned lizard thinks its in danger, it squirts blood. 5. It squirts blood from its eyes. 6. This blood tastes so bad that other animals run away. 7. Then, the lizard will not be eaten. 8. What a funny animal! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Let me tell you about the skunk. The skunk has an interesting way of protecting itself. Instead of using teeth or claws, the skunk uses smell. It sprays a special liquid from its tail. This liquid is so smelly that other animals run away. Then, the skunk can escape. What a smelly animal! B. Let me tell you what she knows about the skunk. Instead of using teeth or claws, the skunk uses smell. (When the skunk thinks its in danger,) it sprays a special liquid from its tail. This liquid is so smelly that other animals run away. What a smelly animal!

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UNIT 14 Body Parts

A. 1. Some people have fat bodies, while others have thin bodies. 2. Some people have flat noses, while others have pointy noses. 3. Some people have long hair, while others have short hair. 4. Some people have round faces, while others have oval faces. B. 1. For example, I like my dimples and my teeth. 2. For example, I like my lips and my chin. 3. For example, I like my muscles and my height. 4. For example, I like my hair and my eyebrows. C. 1. c 2. d 3. a 4. b D. 1. Our bodies are all different, but they have the same parts. 2. Some people have fat bodies, while others have thin bodies. 3. Everyone has things that they like about themselves. 4. For example, I like my nose and my chin. 5. And everyone has something that they dont like. 6. In my case, I dont really like my hands. 7. I think theyre too big. 8. But my father says they are good for doing homework! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Some people have long legs, while others have short legs. Everyone has things that they like about themselves. For example, I like my eyes and my smile. And everyone has something that they dont like. In my case, I dont really like my nose. I think its too big. But my grandma likes my big nose. She thinks it is just right! B. Some people have long legs, while others have short legs. She likes her eyes and her smile. In her case, she doesnt really like her nose. She thinks its too big. But her grandma likes her big nose.

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UNIT 15 Being Green

A. 1. I help the environment by recycling soda cans. 2. I help the environment by walking instead of taking a bus. 3. I help the environment by not using plastic bags. 4. I help the environment by switching off lights when I go out. B. 1. I also use a mug instead of a paper cup. 2. I also dont use disposable chopsticks. 3. I also use rechargeable batteries. 4. I also make toys from scrap objects. C. 1. d 2. a 3. c 4. b D. 1. I help the environment by switching off lights when I go out. 2. I switch them off because it saves electricity. 3. Electricity is made from fossil fuels, which are running out. 4. I also ride a bike to school instead of taking the bus. 5. This helps by reducing air pollution. 6. It also saves me a lot of money. 7. If everyone did this, we would all be superheroes. 8. Being green is smart! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. I help the environment by recycling plastic bottles. I dont throw them away, because they pollute the Earth. They can be used to make other things. I also take a bus instead of a car. This helps by reducing air pollution. It also helps us to save oil and gas. Being green is great! B. He helps the environment by recycling plastic bottles. He doesnt throw them away, because they pollute the Earth. He also takes a bus instead of a car. This helps by reducing air pollution. (He thinks that)being green is great!

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UNIT 16 Field Trips

A. 1. We got to clean up the beach near our school. 2. We got to tour a television studio. 3. We got to plant trees on a farm. 4. We got to help out with elderly people. B. 1. I remember the end of the day the best. We filled a truck with the garbage we picked up. 2. I remember the news desk the best. We sat behind the desk and pretended to be announcers. 3. I remember the pine trees the best. We planted fifteen of them, and I was really tired. 4. I remember an elderly woman in a wheelchair the best. We played games together in the garden. C. 1. d 2. a 3. b 4. c D. 1. Often, we get to go on field trips at school. 2. The trips are always interesting and entertaining. 3. Last month, we went to a police station. 4. We got to pretend to be police officers and criminals. 5. I remember pretending to be a thief the best. 6. We got locked up in jail. 7. Next month, we get to go on another field trip. 8. Were going to visit a chocolate factory. 9. I cant wait to taste the chocolate. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Sometimes, we get to go on field trips at school. Last year, we went to a science museum. We got to do a lot of science experiments. I remember an experiment with an egg the best. Next week, we get to go on another field trip. Were going to visit an aquarium. I cant wait to see the jellyfish and sharks. B. Last year, she went to a science museum. They got to do a lot of science experiments. She remembers an experiment with an egg the best. Next week, they get to go on another field trip. Theyre going to visit an aquarium.

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UNIT 17 One of My Favorite Relatives

A. 1. One of my favorite relatives is my grandpa Brian. 2. One of my favorite relatives is my uncle Freddy. 3. One of my favorite relatives is my cousin Jackie. 4. One of my favorite relatives is my grandma Lulu. B. 1. I really like visiting her because she always makes cakes. 2. I really like visiting her because she has a garden. 3. I really like visiting him because he tells lots of stories. 4. I really like visiting him because he has great video games. C. 1. a 2. c 3. d 4. b D. 1. One of my favorite relatives is my uncle James. 2. Hes my fathers younger brother. 3. I really like visiting him because he has a big house. 4. His wife, my aunt Carol, is also really nice. 5. She treats me very well. 6. I also enjoy hanging out with their daughter. 7. She is my cousin Jackie, and shes older than me. 8. She always has lots of CDs for me to borrow. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. One of my favorite relatives is my aunt Betty. Shes my moms older sister. I really like visiting her because shes very funny. Her husband, my uncle Bill, is also really nice. He treats me like his daughter. I also enjoy hanging out with their son. He is my cousin John, and hes younger than me. B. One of her favorite relatives is his aunt Betty. Shes his moms older sister. He really likes visiting her because shes very funny. Her husband, his uncle Bill, is also really nice. He treats him like a son.

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UNIT 18 Visit Switzerland

A. 1. South Korea has many things to see and do. One of the most famous places to visit is the Gyeongbok Palace. 2. Australia has many things to see and do. One of the most famous places to visit is the Great Barrier Reef. 3. Peru has many things to see and do. One of the most famous places to visit is Machu Picchu. 4. Greece has many things to see and do. One of the most famous places to visit is the Acropolis. B. 1. It can be reached by cable car or climbing. 2. It can be reached by high-speed elevator. 3. It can be reached by helicopter or on horseback. 4. It can be reached by bus, or subway, then on foot. C. 1. a 2. d 3. c 4. b D. 1. Australia has many things to see and do. 2. One of the most famous places to visit is the Great Barrier Reef. 3. Its the worlds largest coral reef. 4. It can be seen from outer space. 5. I think everyone should visit Australia. 6. Its an island surrounded by the Indian and Pacific oceans. 7. The land is mostly desert and grassland with a few tropical areas. 8. Come and visit my amazing country! Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Switzerland has many things to see and do. One of the most famous places to visit is the Jungfraujoch. Its a very high mountain covered by snow and glaciers. It can be reached by Europes highest railway line. I think everyone should visit Switzerland. Its surrounded by France, Germany, and Italy. The land is mostly mountains and forest, with a few lakes. B. (She thinks that) Switzerland has many things to see and do. One of the most famous places to visit is the Jungfraujoch. Its a very high mountain covered by snow and glaciers. It can be reached by Europes highest railway line. Its surrounded by France, Germany, and Italy. 18

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UNIT 19 A Fun Sport

A. 1. I would like to try surfing. Surfing looks like a fun sport. 2. I would like to try ice hockey. Ice hockey looks like a fun sport. 3. I would like to try inline skating. Inline skating looks like a fun sport. 4. I would like to try rock climbing. Rock climbing looks like a fun sport. B. 1. The best thing about skateboarding is the aerial jumps. 2. The best thing about hang gliding is the view. 3. The best thing about judo is the throws. 4. The best thing about surfing is the big waves. C. 1. a 2. b 3. d 4. c D. 1. I would like to try surfing. 2. Surfing looks like a fun sport. 3. The best thing about surfing is the water. 4. It would be great riding a big wave by yourself. 5. In order to surf, you need special equipment. 6. This includes a surfboard and a wetsuit. 7. I dont have any of this equipment, so I need to get some. 8. Maybe my mom can buy them for me. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. I would like to try skiing. Skiing looks like a fun sport. The best thing about skiing is the speed. In order to ski, you need special equipment. This includes skis, ski boots, ski goggles, and poles. I dont have any of this equipment, so I need to get some. Maybe my dad can buy them for me. B. He would like to try skiing. (He thinks) skiing looks like a fun sport. (For him,) the best thing about skiing is the speed. In order to ski, you need special equipment. (This includes skis, ski boots, ski goggles, and poles.) He doesnt have any of this equipment, so he needs to get some.

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UNIT 20 A Big Spender

A. 1. If Ive been well behaved, I usually get fifteen dollars. 2. If Ive been naughty, I usually get nothing. 3. If Ive been good at school, I usually get a lot. 4. If Ive been helpful, I usually get an extra five dollars. B. 1. For example, yesterday, I went to the shopping mall. 2. For example, two days ago, I went to the Chinese restaurant. 3. For example, last month, I went to the amusement park. 4. For example, a few days ago, I went to the movie theater. C. 1. c 2. a 3. b 4. d D. 1. Every weekend, I get an allowance from my parents. 2. If Ive been good at school, I usually get twenty dollars. 3. Sometimes I spend my money, and sometimes I save it. 4. For example, yesterday, I went to the shopping mall. 5. I bought a notebook and a Halloween mask. 6. That cost over seven dollars. 7. After that, I went to the park near our school. 8. There, I bought an ice cream for my friend. Speaking Practice (Sample answers) A. Every Saturday, I get an allowance from my dad. If Ive been good, I usually get ten dollars. Sometimes I save my money, and sometimes I spend it. For example, last week, I went to the candy store. I bought some chocolate and some bubble gum. (This answer and the answer on the last line are interchangeable.) That cost two dollars and fifty cents. After that, I went to a book store. There, I bought a comic book and a magazine. B. Every Saturday, she gets an allowance from her dad. If shes been good, she usually gets ten dollars. Sometimes she saves her money, and sometimes she spends it. (For example,) last week, she went to the candy store. She bought some chocolate and some bubble gum. That cost two dollars and fifty cents. 20