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UNIT 3
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LET THEM DREAM!
Though today’s society pressures young people to immediately select a career, it sometimes takes time to decide what your real aspirations are. For example, while Brad Pitt attended college to be a news 1 ___________, he is now a millionaire movie star. Although Serena Williams has a successful career as a(n) 2 ___________, she is also studying to become a certified 3 ___________. Playing Australian football used to be Curtis Stone’s ultimate goal, but currently he is a celebrity 4 ___________.
Task I
Fill in the blanks with the occupation nouns provided based on the audio. Change the forms of the words if necessary.
GETTING READY
correspondent
professional athlete
nail technician
chef
professional athlete
architect
nail technician
interior designer
comedian
correspondent
vet
novelist
chef
surgeon
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And Jim Carrey is widely regarded as one of the foremost
5 ___________ in Hollywood. He didn’t always want to pursue a career in acting, however. He actually yearned to work as a(n) 6 ___________.
These examples demonstrate that everyone should be allowed the opportunity to take their time making career choices. Who knows? They might accomplish more than they ever dreamed!
Task I
Fill in the blanks with the occupation nouns provided based on the audio. Change the forms of the words if necessary.
GETTING READY
comedians
vet
professional athlete
architect
nail technician
interior designer
comedian
correspondent
vet
novelist
chef
surgeon
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GETTING READY
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Task II
Use the words provided to write four job ads. Be creative!
GETTING READY
Here at Happy Pets Clinic, we love our furry friends! We are seeking an animal surgeon who cares about animals as much as we do.
The applicant must have at least
ten years of experience performing operations.
Those interested should submit a résumé to our head vet, Robert Peterson,
at robert@happypets.com.
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Task II
Use the words provided to write four job ads. Be creative!
GETTING READY
Does gossip give you a thrill? Are you good at finding out secrets? Then join our staff as an entertainment news columnist!
A journalism degree is required. No prior experience necessary.
Contact Clint at 4516-7822 and tell him why you’re qualified for this job!
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Task II
Use the words provided to write four job ads. Be creative!
GETTING READY
Suzie’s Salon is looking to hire a certified nail technician. We offer our clients many types of manicures and foot massages. You must be outgoing and should have creative nail design ideas.
Call Nancy @ 09-4580-0034.
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Task II
Use the words provided to write four job ads. Be creative!
GETTING READY
Star Lite Lounge is now employing comedians to perform in their weekend comedy show! Customers come expecting to hear plenty of hysterical jokes. If you are friendly and amusing, send Tim a demo today!
Tim: 09-4295-7782
tim@starlitelounge.com
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VOCABULARY DRILL
A. Listen Up
Take the quiz. Then use the chart to determine your personality type.
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Listen and decide what kind of personality
type Lucy has.____________
VOCABULARY DRILL
A. Listen Up
Take the quiz. Then use the chart to determine your personality type.
What’s your type?
duty-fulfiller
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VOCABULARY DRILL
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VOCABULARY DRILL
B. Word Focus: Personality
Draw a line from each description on the right to the correct personality type.
go-getter
duty-fulfiller
socializer
• supportive of others
• finds adventure intriguing
• possesses excellent communication skills
• driven to succeed
• strives to elicit attention
• irritated by disloyalty
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VOCABULARY DRILL
C. Speak Out Loud
Interview another classmate by asking the questions below. Report the results to the class.
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CONVERSATION CORNER
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CONVERSATION CORNER—REVIEW
A. Complete the Sentences
Fill in the blanks with words from the conversation. Use the hints to help you.
1. After competing and losing several times, she realized she didn’t have a(n) ___________ for running hurdles. (natural ability)
2. Would you like to see Dr. Rosenthal on next Wednesday? A(n) ___________ just opened up due to a cancellation. (period of time)
3. Students were outraged when they were informed of the unexpected increase in ___________. (fees)
4. Ted has been feeling ___________ in his legs ever since the car accident. (pain)
5. When Perry notified his coach of his ___________ to play professionally, he was advised to practice more. (ambition)
6. Peter’s hopes were ___________ when his application for a mortgage loan was denied. (destroy)
aptitude
slot
tuition
discomfort
aspiration
dashed
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CONVERSATION CORNER—REVIEW
B. Understand from the Context
Match the sentence with its meaning.
a
c
d
b
e
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CONVERSATION CORNER—REVIEW
C. Make Inferences
Check the appropriate inferences and write the sentences that support your answers.
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I’m not interested in being in debt forever.
You tell some hysterical jokes.
If you are passionate about comedy, you should just go all out!
I yearn to do something academic and intellectual.
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Rewrite the sentences in bold with the expressions above.
1. A: Have you decided which dress you want to purchase for the party?
B: I bought the red one yesterday, so my decision has been made.
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2. A: What has been confirmed for the banquet next week?
B: It beats me. The plans are still not settled.
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EXPRESSION PLAZA
A. Expressing Certainty
I bought the red one yesterday, so it’s a done deal.
The plans are still up in the air.
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EXPRESSION PLAZA
B. Talking About Opportunities and Disappointments
Fill in the expressions that fit best.
1. My parents are always encouraging me to follow my dreams. They reassure me that _____________________.
2. I was extremely _____________________ when I learned that I wasn’t accepted for the internship.
the sky is the limit / the world is my oyster / I have a rosy future
let down
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Pair up with a classmate and practice responding to the following statements by giving words of encouragement. Use the expressions above.
EXPRESSION PLAZA
C. Discussing Goals and Dreams
1. I’m going to fall flat on my face during the tennis match.
2. I’m afraid that I am going to drop the ball on this science presentation.
3. Rick thinks that he blew his chance during the job interview.
1. What are you talking about? If you take great pains to practice, you’ll win the game for sure.
2. You will be spectacular as usual. You always pull out all the stops.
3. He should relax. I’m sure he went all out and impressed the interviewer.
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EXPRESSION PRACTICE
A. True, False, or Unknown
Listen and select if the statements are true, false, or unknown.
1. T □ F □ U □ The duration of the trip will be one week.
2. T □ F □ U □ This year’s company outing will be held at the Grand Canyon.
3. T □ F □ U □ They will be checking into a four-star resort near their destination.
4. T □ F □ U □ Heather prefers accommodation with great comfort.
5. T □ F □ U □ The employees will need to make arrangements for sightseeing activities.
6. T □ F □ U □ The company has decided on how much they can spend on transportation.
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EXPRESSION PRACTICE
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Dear Graduating Class,
I appreciate your 1. _________ in last week’s job fair. As you know, the
2. _________ has been struggling lately. Bear this in mind and
stay 3. __________ when looking for work so you don’t get 4. _________________. You will possibly have 5. _________________ when you are trying to secure a job. This is especially true with a position that provides you with a large salary and
6. _________________. My advice is to be diligent in utilizing your 7. __________ and keep reminding yourself that the world 8. ______________.
Good luck with your career hunt!
Sincerely,
Roland Taylor
Career Services
EXPRESSION PRACTICE
B. Finish the Letter
Fill in the blanks with words or expressions from the audio.
participation
economy
down-to-earth
let down
a harsh reality check
a rosy future
qualifications
is your oyster
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EXPRESSION PRACTICE
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EXPRESSION PRACTICE
C. Complete the Report
Finish the chart with words or expressions you hear. There may be more than one possible answer.
disadvantage
go all out
persevere
drop the ball
scholarship
pull out all the stops
blow his chance
taken great pains
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EXPRESSION PRACTICE
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EXPRESSION PRACTICE
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EXPRESSION PRACTICE
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GRAMMAR CHECKPOINT
Future in the Past
We normally use the future in the past to talk about something we thought was going to happen. Remember that it is not important whether or not it does actually happen.
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GRAMMAR CHECKPOINT
Usage Note
As with other future forms, the future in the past is not used in clauses starting with time expressions such as before, by the time, as soon as, or when. In such cases, use the simple past.
Example:
• Dana already told Selma that when she arrived [would arrive], we would go to the amusement park.
Future in the Past
We normally use the future in the past to talk about something we thought was going to happen. Remember that it is not important whether or not it does actually happen.
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GRAMMAR CHECKPOINT
Perfect Modals
We often use the following structure to express the degree of certainty about past events: modal + have + past participle.
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1. Betty _________________ (fly) to Manila yesterday, but her flight was overbooked.
2. I haven’t seen my neighbor for a while. He _________________ (go) on a vacation abroad.
3. I thought they _________________ (have) fun at the party, but they said it was disastrous.
4. Molly _________________ (forget) to bring her ID because they won’t let her into the disco.
5. I _________________ (study) harder for the exam. That way, I _________________ (not flunk) it.
6. Nelson _________________ (pay) the bill when he realized that his wallet was missing. He _________________ (put) it in his front pocket.
GRAMMAR WORKOUT
A. Complete the Sentences
Fill in the correct forms of the words. Some blanks may have more than one possible answer.
may / might /
could have gone
would have /
would have had
must have forgotten
should have studied
was about to pay
was going to fly
wouldn’t have flunked
should have put
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1. Where did you put my glasses and keys, Kristen? _____
2. We shouldn’t have painted the wall gray. It looks so dreary. _____
3. Where’s Danny? He was going to help me with my math assignment. _____
4. I was going to play table tennis, but I had to babysit my sister’s kid. _____
5. The place is in utter chaos. Don’t you ever tidy up? _____
a. I absolutely agree. We should have used a more cheerful color.
b. That’s thoughtful of you. She must have really appreciated that.
c. I would have cleaned up, but you’re here early. I was just about to vacuum the floor.
d. Let me think. I may have left them on the dining room table.
e. I haven’t got the faintest idea. I haven’t seen him all day.
GRAMMAR WORKOUT
B. Match
Match the statement with the most appropriate response.
d
a
e
b
c
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With the new iPhone coming out, you’re probably considering selling your old model. Chances are you spent a fortune on it and would like to get some money back. You think that you 1. _________________ (not pay) so much for it. Well, don’t worry. Apple products normally have a considerably higher resale value than those of other brands, even if they are secondhand. A year ago, I
2. _________________ (sell) my iPhone 2 to a used electronics store. A friend recommended that I try an online auction site instead. I 3. _________________
(get) NT$3,000 from the shop. In the end, I earned double that sum by selling it on Yahoo!, and I believe I 4. _________________ (make) even more. So remember: your old iPhone does have monetary worth. If you haven’t been able to sell it, you 5. _________________ (not try) hard enough.
GRAMMAR WORKOUT
C. Complete the Passage
Finish the passage using the correct tenses. Some blanks may have more than one possible answer.
Each week, tech expert Doug de Nimes answers your questions in Ask Doug . . .
Computer Age Magazine
shouldn’t have paid
was about to sell / was selling
would have gotten
could have made
must not have tried
was going to sell /
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Scan the article below. Match the numbers with the things they refer to.











1. 50
2. 14
3. 5
4. 400
5. 8
READING─PRE-READING TASK
a. The age that Hannah set up a charity organization
b. The age that Hannah met someone in need
c. The age of Suhas when he started his own business
d. The millions of dollars ModCloth is worth
e. The number of employees at Globals Inc.
d
c
b
e
a
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It may come as a surprise, but many of the world’s leading businesses were established by people under the age of 30. Google, Facebook, and Microsoft, among others, were all set up by college students, and today these companies dominate their respective industries. For those of you who have the makings of a young entrepreneur, read on for inspiration.
Young and In Charge!
READING
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Susan Gregg Koger has always had a passion for unique clothes and good deals. As a college freshman, she and her boyfriend sold vintage clothing they found at thrift stores through an online shop they created. Although the site was useful for extra income, they knew that if this hobby was going to be a full-time job, they would have to expand. They began purchasing clothing from independent designers to carry along with their vintage findings. Today, ModCloth has over 200 employees, and the company is valued at more than $50 million!

READING
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Young and In Charge!
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READING
After teaching himself the ins and outs of programming software and building websites, Suhas Gopinath opened his IT consultancy company, Globals Inc., at the age of 14. Using his shrewd business sense, Suhas registered his business as a corporation and thus became the world’s youngest CEO. Now, Globals Inc. has offices in several countries and employs more than 400 people. Even though he could have sold the company for hundreds of millions of dollars, Suhas prefers to continue leading his own enterprise.
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READING
At five years old, Hannah Taylor saw her first homeless person. She was strongly affected by the realization that some people have nothing and decided that she would assist the needy people of Canada. When she turned eight years old, she founded the Ladybug Foundation. This charity collects funds to help the homeless and raises awareness of the issue. Even though she’s now a busy teenager, Hannah still works relentlessly with the foundation. She constantly visits schools and other venues to spread the message that the problem of homelessness could be eliminated.
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Young and In Charge!
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READING
Nowadays, young competent and successful business leaders are common all around the world. This shows that no matter your age, when you have the zeal to make your dream a reality, you can launch an organization that will thrive!
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Young and In Charge!
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READING
Young people who take on huge responsibilities, like a business, can miss out on enjoying youthful freedoms. Look at Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, or Justin Bieber, pop star. They’ve made millions but are constantly working to meet up to people’s expectations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of starting a business before adulthood?
Discussion
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READING ─AFTER YOU READ
A. Fill in the Missing Letters
Complete the sentences with words from the article.
1. Even after a terrible breakup, nothing could diminish Samantha’s z__________1 for romance.
2. He worked r__________y to finish the project ahead of the deadline.
3. In times of economic recession, the ability to be s__________d in business transactions is crucial.
4. Melissa wants to hire someone that is more c__________t than her current assistant.
5. After the police arrived at the demonstration, the college students retreated to their r__________e dorm rooms.
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elentlessl
hrew
ompeten
espectiv
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p.37
p.38
p.39
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eliminate launch adore charity corporation
vintage independent consultation enthusiasm
READING ─AFTER YOU READ
B. Complete the Profiles
Finish the passages with the correct forms of the words provided.
Susan Gregg Koger
Suhas Gopinath
Hannah Taylor
corporation
consultations
charity
launched
eliminate
adores
enthusiasm
vintage
independent
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READING ─AFTER YOU READ
C. Multiple Choice
Circle the answers.
1. Where did Koger find the clothing that she originally sold at ModCloth?
a. They were made by college students.
b. They were found at secondhand shops.
c. They were from her favorite clothing sites.
d. They were created by self-employed designers.
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READING ─AFTER YOU READ
C. Multiple Choice
Circle the answers.
2. Why has Gopinath NOT sold his company?
a. He would rather manage it himself.
b. He hasn’t received a worthwhile offer.
c. He has sold it but still oversees the business as CEO.
d. Investors are reluctant to spend money on such a new venture.
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READING ─AFTER YOU READ
C. Multiple Choice
Circle the answers.
3. What is the objective of Taylor’s charity?
a. To help children who are unaware that homelessness exists
b. To give advice on how charities can assist a corporation
c. To tackle the problem of people not having a place to live
d. To teach people how to sell merchandise online
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READING ─AFTER YOU READ
C. Multiple Choice
Circle the answers.
4. What is TRUE about young entrepreneurs?
a. They are normally too inefficient to launch their own businesses.
b. Those under 30 will need abundant financial aid to get started.
c. Most of them create charities in order to earn recognition.
d. They have proven to be just as remarkable as older ones.
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WRITING SKILLS
Introduction Hooks
To grab your audience’s attention, use a hook! It can be:
□ a surprising fact □ an interesting story
□ a famous quote □ a rhetorical question
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______ Then be an entrepreneur and become your own boss! While turning a profit might be a prolonged process, the positives of working for yourself outnumber the negatives. Everyone has a specialty or skill to offer society. Once you determine what yours is, you’ll be on the road to financial freedom.
WRITING SKILLS
Task I
Write the letter of the hook that best fits the following introductory paragraph.
c
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WRITING SKILLS
Conclusion Clinchers
A clincher is the conclusion’s impacting final statement. An effective clincher refers back to the hook by:
□ making a prediction based □ finishing the story
on the fact
□ mentioning the quotation □ asking a final rhetorical question
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Having a flexible schedule, choosing your colleagues, and feeling fulfilled
by your work are all motivating reasons to become self-employed. ________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________
WRITING SKILLS
Task II
Write a conclusion clincher below. Relate it to the hook you chose in Task I.
So what
are you waiting for? Quit your dull job and start working for yourself today!
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WRITING SKILLS─BEFORE YOU WRITE
Visit the site www.thehersheycompany.com to learn about The Hershey Company. Write down information that could be used as a hook and / or clincher in an essay about the company.
Milton S. Hershey, a
candy-making genius,
suffered two failed candy businesses before establishing the caramel company that would later become Hershey’s.
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WRITING SKILLS─WRITE IT UP
Write an introduction and conclusion for the essay about Hershey’s below. Use the information you collected above to write an effective hook and clincher.
Title:
__________________________ (Be creative.)
Building with Chocolate
Milton Hershey, a candy-making genius, knew what he was talking about when he said, “Caramels are only a fad. Chocolate is a permanent thing.” Hershey’s chocolate has been putting a smile on people’s faces since 1900, when the chocolate bar was introduced. Although the founder had difficulty with his other businesses, Hershey’s has become an internationally known brand, both for chocolate and for generosity.
hook
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Milton Hershey was born in rural Pennsylvania in 1857. Despite growing up with little formal education, Milton established the successful Lancaster Caramel Company. He became passionate about the art of making chocolate and began coating his caramel candies in it. Chocolate was expensive back then, and Milton realized that he could find a way to manufacture affordable chocolate so that everyone would be able to enjoy its rich taste. After numerous experiments, he discovered a recipe for delicious milk chocolate. Hershey’s chocolate was born!
WRITING SKILLS─WRITE IT UP
Write an introduction and conclusion for the essay about Hershey’s below. Use the information you collected above to write an effective hook and clincher.
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WRITING SKILLS─WRITE IT UP
Write an introduction and conclusion for the essay about Hershey’s below. Use the information you collected above to write an effective hook and clincher.
The Hershey’s chocolate bar was quite profitable, and Milton put those profits to good use. He believed that workers who were treated well would produce better products. Therefore, he made improving his town a priority, spending money to build a community building, convention hall, and schools. In fact, Milton Hershey School has been providing education to children from lower-income families since 1909. Hershey, PA, could have been a completely different place if it weren’t for Milton’s charity.
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WRITING SKILLS─WRITE IT UP
Write an introduction and conclusion for the essay about Hershey’s below. Use the information you collected above to write an effective hook and clincher.
Without Milton, Hershey, PA, wouldn’t even exist, and people would have to spend a small fortune to get their hands on chocolate. Thank goodness Milton Hershey recognized the permanent popularity of this tasty treat. Imagine what we could have missed out on!
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The End