Lesson 1

A Road to Happiness

Listen and Speak 1

Listen [page 10]

1 M Hi, Anna. You didn’t show up for Emily’s birthday party. Were you busy?

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W Well, actually Emily and I had an argument a few days ago. We haven’t talked to each other since.

M That’s too bad. You two used to be best friends. Aren’t you going to make up with her?

W Yes, but I don’t know how. What would you do if you were me?

M I would send her a text message or email if I didn’t feel comfortable talking to her in person.

W I’ll get started on an email after I finish my homework. Do you think it will work?

M I bet it will. I’m sure she wants to make up with you, too.

2 W What did you do over the weekend, Peter?

M I spent all weekend playing the piano to prepare for my upcoming piano recital.

W Oh, really? How’s it going?

M Not that well, Jane. You know I made a big mistake at the recital last year because I was so nervous. I’m worried I’ll make a mistake again.

W I understand how you feel, but you know you’re the best pianist at our school, right?

M Thanks for your encouragement, but I just get really nervous whenever I’m on stage. What would you do if you were in my place?

W Well, I would have a rehearsal in front of my friends before the recital.

M That sounds like a good idea. Will you come to my rehearsal if I set a date?

W I’ll definitely be there.

Listen and Speak 2

Listen [page 11]

1 W Justin! You look worried. What’s wrong?

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M Actually, I’ve been sick with a severe cold. I’ve already missed three days of school.

W Oh, that’s why you haven’t been around these days.

M Yeah. I’m also worried about the English exam.

W You don’t have to worry. Let me help you.

M Thanks, Mary. Don’t you have a few exams to study for? It seems to me you won’t have enough time.

W I can make time for you over the weekend. What are friends for?

2 M Sujin! Did you read the article?

W Which article do you mean?

M I’ve just read some news about Hanguk High School at the other end of town. One whole class shaved their heads bald!

W Oh, no! Are they protesting something?

M Not at all. The article said they did it to show support for their classmate.

W To show support for a classmate?

M Yeah. One student named Dongsu Kim was diagnosed with cancer, and the treatment caused all his hair to fall out. All of his classmates shaved their heads so he wouldn’t feel self-conscious.

W What a touching story! It seems to me that he has a great group of friends.

M I agree. It’s good to see people come together like that in tough situations.

In Real Life

Listen [page 12]

W Hello, and welcome to the Tonight Show! My name is Rachel Green. Today’s special guest is Paul Potts, a successful salesperson-turned-singer who overcame many difficulties. During his teens, he was bullied by his classmates at school and suffered from a lack of self-confidence. But those challenges didn’t stop him. His beautiful voice is loved by millions of fans, and he is supported by his wife. It seems that he has an inner strength that allows him to overcome challenges in life. Today he is going to share with us how he made his dream come true. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Paul Potts!

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Wrap-up Test  [page 26]

1 M Hi, Emily. How are your preparations for the upcoming dance performance coming along?

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W Overall, it’s going alright, Mr. Brown. But I still feel unsure about a few dance steps.

M Oh? What seems to be the problem?

W Well, I just don’t seem to move well with the music. My heel turns are awkward.

M I’m sorry to hear that.

W I might have to change the music. What would you do if you were me?

M Well, I wouldn’t change the music since you don’t have much time left.

W You’re right. Changing the music isn’t a good idea at this moment.

M Why don’t you come over to my office tomorrow afternoon? I’ll give you some ideas about how to improve your heel turns.

W Thank you very much, Mr. Brown. I’ll see you tomorrow.

2 M Hey, Katie. Did you hear that Justin lost his dog, Fluffy?

W Oh, no! She’s the cutest dog in the neighborhood. When did it happen?

M Justin said it happened yesterday while he was walking her in the park.

W Hmm... . We have to help him find Fluffy as soon as possible.

M Yeah. Some of the neighbors heard about it, and they are worried. It seems that putting up posters will alert others that Fluffy is missing, too.

W That’s a great idea. Let’s go make some posters right away.

M Yeah, I have a feeling that it won’t be long before we find Fluffy.