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5A: Do you want to come to my parent’s house for dinner on Sunday?

B:Ok, I might as well. I don’t want to stay here all by myself.

Tapescript for Exercise 39a (p. 125)

A:Have you been served?

B:No, I haven’t.

A:What can I get you?

B:Erm, 2 cheeseburgers and 2 large Cokes, please.

A:Would you like any fries with that?

B:Yes, 2 medium fries and a child’s portion of chicken nuggets.

A:OK. Anything else?

B:No, that’s it, thanks.

A:That’s í6.20, then, please.

B:Here you are.

A:Thank you. It’ll just be a couple of minutes.

Tapescript for Exercise 52b (p. 129)

Ben

I go to Marco’s a couple of time a week because it’s so close to the office. There’s not a wide variety of food, but it’s good and really cheap as well. Sometimes at lunchtime, though, it gets a bit crowded. When that happens, the service is really slow. They definitely need extra staff for the busy periods. But apart from that, its OK. Fine for a quick lunch.

Joey

No, I’ve never been in here before but today I was just looking for somewhere I could grab a quick bite to eat. The food’s good, though, and the man behind the counter was friendly and helpful. Mind you the place looks like it could do with being decorated, doesn’t it? It’s a bit dirty and dingy. What’s more, it‘s so dark that you can hardly see the menu.

Rachel

What I like the most about Marco’s is that it’s always here when I need it. I finish work at 2 o’clock in the morning and I like to go for something to eat before I go home. Everywhere else in town is closing at that time but not this place. There’s a really friendly and relaxed atmosphere in here as well. I can sit, chatting with my friends, for hours and you never feel any pressure to finish up and leave. I wish they had a car park, though. It’s a little scary going back to my car so late when everything is dark and deserted.

Module Self-Assessment 4

Tapescript for Exercise 8 (p. 131)

Interviewer: Let’s welcome Diane Hall, owner of the organic food restaurant, Nature’s Way. So, Diane, what exactly is organic food?

Diane: Organic food is food that is natural. It hasn’t been grown using chemicals. Only natural fertilizers and no pesticides.

Interviewer: And how did you first become interested in organic food?

Diane: Well, as a teenager I remember going to my grandmother’s house. She had a wonderful garden where she grew fruit and vegetables. I remember picking an apple from her tree, and thinking it was delicious. When she had us over for dinner, her salads were also very tasty. She used no chemical fertilizers you see. So I suppose it was from there that I became fascinated with organic food.

Interviewer: So, are fruit and vegetables the only types of organic food?

Diane: Oh, no. And I’m glad you’ve bought up that point Stuart, because organic food includes meat, as well as fruit, vegetables, grains, pulses and even dairy products.

Interviewer: That’s interesting. I didn’t know that meat and dairy products could be organic.

Diane: Well, organic beef comes from cattle that are fed grass grown in soil that hasn’t been treated with chemicals. Interviewer: I see. Do you use only organic products in your café?

Diane: Yes, and we serve a wide variety of foods, for different people. During the week, a lot of business people come in for lunch or a snack. In the evenings, we have a different menu for people who want a 3-course meal.

Interviewer: And are you open at weekends?

Diane: We are and we offer late breakfasts or brunch, as well as dinner. In summer we open the patio and have barbecues. Interviewer: So, do you find that organic food is becoming more popular?

Diane: Yes, it is. Most people prefer food that has been grown without using chemicals. They’re also noticing that organic food tastes better.

Interviewer: I’ve heard that organic food is also better for the environment. Is this true?

Diane: Well, think of the chemical fertilizers and pesticides poison the soil and end up in our water. Our wildlife becomes affected and so do we. Organic means natural which is better for us and our planet!

UNIT 9

Tapescript for Exercise 10a (p. 137)

AThe fun, the colour, the entertainment. Come and see the greatest show on earth with the Ringling Brothers, coming to you all the way from the USA on August 2nd, 3rd and 4th. This amazing show will be held in a huge circus tent, on the grounds of Sheffield Football Stadium. There will be funny clowns, daring acrobats, incredible animals and extraordinary performers ... Gates open at 7 pm, and the show goes on for three exciting hours. Buy tickets at the door, for í5 per adult and í2 for children under 12. But tickets are limited, so get there early ...

BCome and experience a night of mystery and passion, as the luxurious La Roix, at Queen’s Hill, brings you the classic romance In The Dawn. This top-class venue, with comfortable seating and first-rate views of the expansive stage, provides an unforgettable theatrical experience. In The Dawn stars Katherine Ross, along with an impressive cast of brilliant actors, all of whom have recently returned from a popular run of the play on Broadway. The play opens on December 15th for two weeks. For enquiries and ticket reservations, call Style Bookings on 3247621.

CLet The Storm begin. Yes, they’re here. This talented rock band, will soon be on stage near you. The Storm have had a number of smash-hit tunes lately but haven’t toured for over 5 years. So all you screaming fans, get ready – because at last they’re coming to the Entertainment Hall, for 2 explosive shows, on Saturday, March 10th & Sunday, March 11th. Tickets go on sale on Monday 3rd February at the Ticket Box – í3 for students and í5 for others. Get ready for a wild party!

Tapescript for Exercise 29a (p. 142)

Come on out and join us for the Northwoods to Capitol cycling tour. From June 22-June 30, travel with us on our cycling adventure through the spectacular scenery of Central and Eastern Wisconsin.

300 participants will pedal along quiet two-lane roads from Middleton to the beautiful shores of Green Bay and Lake Michigan, in Door County. Along the way cyclists will pass through some of the most beautiful hills and forests in Wisconsin.

You don’t have to be a professional cyclist to participate in this tour. It has been designed for cyclists of average ability, with terrain ranging from flat roads to rolling hills. This sevenday tour includes six days of cycling plus one day to explore the scenic Door County area.

At only $205 per person, this tour is a bargain! The cost covers everything you need, including maps, a tent and the use of showers at the rest stops. Meals are extra, but there

are cooking facilities available. So, don’t miss out on the fun – bring the family and have a blast!

Tapescript for Exercise 30a (p. 142)

Phil: Today on Lookabout we are looking at the problem of violent sports. Our guest is sports psychologist Dr Moira Taylor. Thank you for coming today, Doctor.

Dr Taylor: Good morning, Phil. Great to be here.

Phil: As another professional boxer was seriously injured at the weekend, is it time to stop violent sports?

Dr Taylor: Well, violence in sports does cause problems, but there are a number of things we need to think about. For example, which sports should we ban?

Phil: Sports like boxing, which are the most dangerous, I suppose.

Dr Taylor: Well, that’s only partly true. In boxing there are strict rules which protect the participants. When these safety rules and regulations are followed, boxing isn’t as dangerous as it looks. Far more people hurt themselves playing football. In fact, you are more likely to suffer a serious injury while horse riding than while boxing.

Phil: Maybe the reason so many people pick out sports like boxing and wrestling as being particularly violent is that the athletes are deliberately trying to injure their opponents. Apart from anything else, do boxers make good role models for young sports fans?

Dr Taylor: That’s certainly a good argument, and we should remember that if boxers behaved like that outside the ring they would be arrested. However, even in ice hockey and rugby, players are encouraged to be as physical as possible. We have to decide whether violent sports encourage fans to behave more violently. Personally I don’t think that violence in society can be explained so easily.

Phil: So you wouldn’t be in favour of banning violent sports? Dr Taylor: No, I think that competitive sports can be a positive influence on young people as long as they are encouraged to behave in an acceptable sporting way. Of course we shouldn’t encourage violence, and we need to make sure that all sports are as safe as possible. This is especially important with the increase in popularity of extreme sports in recent years. However, whatever sport we’re talking about, as long as the competitors understand the risks involved then it should be their decision.

Phil: And so you would take your children to watch, say a boxing match?

Dr Taylor: Yes, of course.

Tapescript for Exercise 31a (p. 142)

Speaker 1

Ever since I was a young child I can remember being fascinated by my Aunt Edies’ teaspoon collection. Each one was different; some were brass, some were silver and she even had one beautiful tiny gold one. What made them so interesting was

the fact that they all had different designs on them. When Aunt Edie passed away she left me her collection. She had fifty spoons from all around the world and I now have over a hundred. Personally, I find it a fascinating hobby, as most spoons were made to commemorate a particular historical event. I find it a very rewarding as well as educating pastime.

Speaker 2

People sometimes laugh when I tell them I collect unusual paper napkins, but I’m quite serious about it. I have an amazing collection of different ones from all over the world. I even keep them in photo albums so they don’t get damaged. I have travelled to many different countries and I always manage to find unique and interesting napkins to bring back with me. My favourites are the ones I picked up in Taiwan; they are brightly coloured and they have beautiful elaborate designs on them. I’ve also got some interesting ones from some expensive restaurants, but quite often they use cloth napkins and they won’t let me keep those!

Speaker 3

Most of the pieces in my rock collection are ones you can find in any backyard. I clean them with a special solution and this brings out their unusual colours and shapes. I found two very unusual rocks at a relatives’ property in the country and when I cleaned them I realised that they were actually quartz crystals. I must admit I wouldn’t mind adding a gold nugget to my collection, but, unfortunately, those are very rare and hard to find.

Speaker 4

I’ve always enjoyed watching comedy films, so it was only natural that I should start a comedy video collection. My favourite has to be the one called "The Road to Italy" starring Mel Winters, it’s one of the funniest films I have ever seen. I hope one day to have at least one film starring a famous comedian from each decade. For example, I have a silent Charlie Chaplin film as well as Laurel and Hardy, Abbot and Costello all the way to the present with Eddie Murphy and even Billy Connolly. To date, I have over 110 videos and I keep them in alphabetical order on bookshelves in my living room. My wife complains that our front room looks like a video library, but it’s a hobby that the whole family can enjoy!

Speaker 5

I never used to enjoy dancing much, probably because I’m not too keen on the music that is popular in the clubs these days, but ballroom dancing is something different. You get to dress up in fancy clothes and meet interesting people who share your hobby. It also keeps you fit and improves your coordination. The hardest part is finding someone to dance with. Luckily I have a really good dance partner called Ted. We even won a trophy in last year’s competition. I began ballroom dancing five years ago and it looks as though I’ll be doing it for a long time.

UNIT 10

Tapescript for Exercise 7 (p. 150)

Lyn

Ah, this could be what you’re looking for. A fully-furnished two-bedroomed flat, in the city centre. Five minutes walk from the railway station. Just í400 a month. Shall we ring up and arrange to go and see it?

Stacey

Do you want to hear yours? You’re Capricorn aren’t you? It says it’s a good week for you to meet new people and that on the 12th you’re going to have some unexpected good news.

Bob

I’m totally stuck. I can normally finish it in about 20 minutes but today it’s really difficult. Have you got any idea what 17 across could be?

Tony

I see someone’s written in complaining about the council’s plan to build that new supermarket. He says it’s going to mean much more traffic in the city centre and that all our small local shops are going to suffer. I certainly agree with him about that.

Tapescript for Exercise 9b (p. 150)

Radio news reporter

The bad weather that has been sweeping the country for the last two months has taken its toll again on the unlucky inhabitants of the small village of Upton, in Warwickshire. They woke up on Tuesday to find that most of the village had been flooded for the second time in less than three weeks. The village lies on the River Severn, which has been at a dangerously high level all month. The flood defences had been reinforced after the first floods but they didn’t prove to be strong enough. Early on Tuesday morning the river broke its banks again. Within hours, low lying parts of the village were submerged in more than a metre of water. Local councillor, Bill Jameson said that it was a total disaster for the town, as things were just getting back to normal after the first floods. The flood has caused thousands of pounds worth of damage, and up to a hundred people have had to be evacuated from their homes. The army has been called in, and has been working all day using sandbags to try to build up the banks of the river again. However, Jameson says that in the long term, more serious action will have to be taken. He said that the local council will be looking at ways of making sure that this never happens again. Even if it means such drastic action as diverting the course of the river away from the village …

Tapescripts

Tapescript for Exercise 30 (p. 156)

Tuesday

As part of a special programme of events, Millford Art Centre brings you an exhibition of some of the finest local artwork produced in the last century. This week, you can view work by a different artist every day, including a display of original paintings and sculptures by Millford’s own David Thornby, on Tuesday. For a full programme, visit the Art Centre in Sanding Road, or call us on 01432 678439.

Wednesday

The Millford Annual Arts and Crafts Fair will be held in the Town Hall on Wednesday from 10 am until 5pm. There will be a variety of stalls selling quality handmade goods to suit all tastes, including clothing, ornaments, jewellery and toys. Homemade refreshments will also be available throughout the day. The entrance fee is í1 for adults, and 50 pence for children, senior citizens and students.

Thursday

Come along to Milestones Bookshop in Millford Shopping Centre this Thursday and you will have the chance to meet the author of this year’s best-selling novel: Summer Skies. For one day only, Helen Blake will be in the store, reading extracts from her book and signing copies for every customer as part of a three-month promotional tour. She will also be taking part in a question and answer session, so you can find out all you need to know about the author and her work. Milestones will be open from 9 am until 6 pm.

Friday

Movie lovers won’t want to miss Friday’s unique programme at the Odeon Cinema. Three Alfred Hitchcock favourites will be playing in an afternoon of classic thrillers. The Birds will be shown at 2 pm, followed by Psycho at 4 pm and Vertigo at 6 pm. View the movie of your choice for the special price of í2.50, or, if you dare, see all three for just í5!

Saturday

If you didn’t manage to get tickets to see Soundbytes live at Millford Stadium, then you’ll be pleased to know that you don’t have to miss out on the biggest musical event of the year! We’ll be bringing the concert live to your living room on Saturday night. Tune in to Millford FM at eight o’clock, and turn up the volume for an evening of live entertainment and incredible music. 96 – 98FM.

Tapescript for Exercise 32 (p. 156)

Angela: Turn that off Bernard! That’s not suitable for the children to see.

Bernard: But I'm only watching the news. Angela: I don’t care what it is. It’s too violent.

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Bernard: Yes, you’re right, but I suppose it’s a sign of the times we’re living in. We live in a violent world and so it’s only logical that there will be scenes showing violent events on the news. Angela: Yes, but I don’t want to see it. They should cut those bits out.

Bernard: Now you’re talking about censoring the news. We don’t want to do that, Angela. Journalists have a moral responsibility to report the truth. If we allow them to distort the truth or change the facts just because it may offend or upset some people then we will be asking for trouble.

Angela: That may be so but they shouldn’t show such violence early in the evening when there is the possibility that young children may be exposed to it. They could simply report the news and then show the pictures on a later edition.

Bernard: That’s a good idea. You know some people say that if children are exposed to violence in the media they develop aggressive behaviour. They say this is why there is so much violence in our society. The violence in society is reflected by the media and shown on TV. Children see it and copy it, and so we have a vicious circle.

Angela: I think they’re right. Parents have to be responsible and make sure their children don’t watch violent programmes. Bernard: That’s why we have a rating system so people know before a film or TV programme starts what age group it is suitable for and whether it contains violence or sex or bad language.

Angela: Yes, but I don’t expect the news to be X-rated!

Tapescript for Exercise 34 (p. 156)

A:Guess what, Dad! I got an A on my Geography project.

B:Well done! What did you end up doing your project on?

A:You remember, it was all about what we should do in case of a natural disaster.

B:Oh yes, that’s right. It was all about floods and earthquakes,

wasn’t it?

A:… and hurricanes.

B:Ok, so tell me, what should I do in an earthquake?

A:Well, the best thing to do is to get under a table or a bed and cover your head, in case there is any falling glass. Oh yes, and if you live in an area where there are a lot of earthquakes you should make sure you carry a whistle with you so that you can whistle for help if you get stuck.

B:That makes sense, but what about a hurricane?

A:There is usually some warning when a hurricane is coming so you must board up all your windows and go to the basement. You should also make sure that you have a supply of candles, bottled water and tinned food, just in case you have to stay down there for a while.

B:Ah ha, I see. And what should I do if there is a flood?

Keep a boat in the garage, just in case?

A:Come on Dad, this is serious. You should make sure you wear waterproof clothing so that you won’t get too wet while you are waiting to be rescued. Then, you must get as high up as you can, like on the roof of your house or the top of a hill.

B:Well, I am impressed, you obviously did a lot of work for this project. You deserve a good grade. You know, I’m really glad there’s someone in the family who knows what to do in case of an emergency!

Tapescript for Exercise 51 (p. 161)

Julie: Mum, look at this! I won that painting competition! I got first prize.

Mum: That’s wonderful. Well done! What did you win? Julie: Two weeks at the Suffolk Summer Arts Camp. Mum: What’s that?

Julie: It’s a place where you go to learn new techniques and take part in workshops so you can improve your painting skills and learn new things. They teach you all about oils, acrylics and watercolours and other things like how to make jewellery and pottery.

Mum: Wow. That sounds perfect for you. So, when do you go?

Julie: I don’t know when it is exactly, it doesn’t say. I hope I get all my meals, accommodation and transportation paid for, too.

Mum: I expect you will, but you’d better ask and make sure. Julie: Yes, I will and I don’t know how to get there exactly, so I will ask if somebody is going to pick me up from the airport. Mum: That’s a good idea. It will save you a lot of trouble. Julie: Yes, and I wonder if we will have lessons all day or if we will have time to do some sightseeing. Perhaps there will be some organised trips, too. I have a lot of questions to ask. Mum: Yes, you’d better make some notes so you can write a letter and ask them everything you need to know.

Julie: Yes, I’ll do that now. Oh, this is really exciting. I’ve never won anything before.

Module Self-Assessment 5

Tapescript for Exercise 8 (p. 163)

Interviewer: Welcome to the second part of our show. Before the break we were talking to the group “U4”, the winner of our local talent competition. They are very talented and we hope that one day we will see them at the top of the charts. However, I have with me now an agent who has worked with many famous musicians and has come to give us some information regarding the problems of being famous. Welcome to the show, Peter.

Peter: Thanks for inviting me.

Interviewer: Now, Peter, perhaps you could explain to us exactly what you mean when you say that famous people have problems. It is certainly hard for us ordinary people to imagine that famous people have any serious problems when most of them have enough money to live a very comfortable life. They also have lots of people taking care of them, like their agents, record companies and so on.

Peter: Well, it might seem like that to the rest of us but when you consider the pressure there is on a famous person to always look good and be polite and friendly you can begin to get an idea of how being famous can sometimes cause a celebrity serious problems.

Interviewer: Ummm... well... I mean, it must be great to be able to walk into a shop or restaurant, be instantly recognized and get the best service. I don’t think I would have a problem with people stopping me on the street and asking for my autograph! Peter: Yes, but unfortunately it doesn’t stop there! Imagine you want to go jogging in the park, meet some friends at a café, or even just go shopping with your family on a Saturday afternoon. Your hair, make up and clothes must always look perfect, because you never know when you will be photographed. Not to mention the fact that people constantly come up to you, ask for your autograph and want to tell you how they feel about you and your work!

Interviewer: Well, that still doesn’t sound so terrible to me! Peter: Ok, how would you like to have to have a security system installed to prevent over-enthusiastic fans from breaking into your house, stealing your laundry off the washing line or taking souvenirs from your rubbish bin!

Interviewer: You’ve got a point. I don’t think I’d like that very much!

Peter: Then, of course, there’s the paparazzi, the photographers who secretly follow you around, hoping to get a picture of you doing something embarrassing like taking out the rubbish with curlers in your hair. Your family and friends will also find they have very little privacy. The childen of famous people have a particularly hard time because their classmates and even teachers will sometimes pretend to be their friend just to get closer to their parents.

Interviewer: That’s awful! But there must be some advantages to being famous. For example, having all that money would be nice!

Peter: Even the money can sometimes cause problems. You can certainly afford to live a comfortable lifestyle but the press will always criticize you. Let me give you an example. If you buy an expensive car, they will say you are showing off. If you buy an inexpensive car, they will say you are cheap or having financial problems. You also have to make sure that you have a trustworthy accountant because the tax department will be keeping a strict eye on you!

Interviewer: That’s a point, I hadn’t thought of that!

Peter: And don’t forget, your personal life will become everybody’s business. For instance, if you take time off to relax there will be rumours that you are having a nervous breakdown, and if you ever have to go into hospital everyone will know your personal health details.

Interviewer: As you see, being famous can be quite complicated. You see, most people think celebrities are rich, successful people enjoying the attention of the public. Only a few realise that they are people too, who deserve some privacy. Thanks a lot, Peter, for helping us understand a little better what celebrities go through. I suppose you really do have to pay a price for fame.