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First Certificate Expert Glossary

Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence

Module 1

Module 1 page 7 Overview skim /skim/ Marion skimmed the article to see what it was about.

Module 1 page 7 Overview scan /sk�n/ I scanned the page quickly looking for his name.

Module 1 page 7 Overview gist /d�ist/ The gist of the article is that the fighting is getting worse rather than better.

Module 1 page 7 Overview collocation /�kɒlə�kəiʃən/ ‘Commit a crime’ is a typical collocation in English.

Module 1 page 7 Overview luxurious /l�zjυəriəs, lə��υəriəs/ The bathroom was luxurious, with gold taps and a thick carpet.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading traditional /trə�diʃənəl/ It is traditional for the bridegroom to make a speech after the meal.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading material /mə�tiəriəl/ We live in a material world, so you’d better go out and get yourself a job.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading nation /'neiʃən/ The President is going to address the nation this evening.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading average /'�vərid�/ The average student spends about two or three hours a night studying.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading extract /'ekstr�kt/ I’ve only read a couple of extracts from the article but it looks interesting.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading represent /�repri�zent/ This school, with its modern facilities and excellent grades, represents a model for other schools in the area.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading Spaniard /�sp�njəd/ There were some French students on the course, as well as a couple of Spaniards.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading for the time being /fə ðə �taim �bi�iŋ/ You can stay in the spare room for the time being.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading christening /�krisəniŋ/ I’ve bought a new dress for the christening next Sunday.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading avoid /ə�vɔid/ Organic gardeners try to avoid using chemical fertilisers and pesticides.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading chore /tʃɔ�/ I hate having to help my mum with the household chores.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading provider /prə�vaidə/ After her husband died she became the sole provider for her five children.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading to a large extent /tυ ə �lɑ�d� ik�stent/ To a large extent alcohol is responsible for the increase in domestic violence.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading workshop /�w��kʃɒp/ He would spend hours alone in his workshop.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading basement /�beismənt/ They are thinking of turning the basement into a flat.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading kindergarten /�kindəɑ�tn/ Can you remember your first day at kindergarten?

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading accompaniment /ə�kmpənimənt/ The job losses are an unfortunate accompaniment of this reorganisation.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading outskirts /�aυtsk��ts/ They live on the outskirts of London.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading portable /�pɔ�təbəl/ She never goes anywhere without her portable typewriter.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading nomad /�nəυm�d/ My uncle is writing a book on nomads in Africa.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading dweller /�dwelə/ City-dwellers suffer from more pollution-related illnesses than those who live in the country.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading commute /kə�mju�t/ Jim commutes from Oxford to London every day.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading construction /kən�strkʃən/ Local labour was used in the construction of the dam.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading dispensary /di�spensəri/ After being examined by the doctor, I had to go and pick up my medicines from the hospital dispensary.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading divide /di�vaid/ The money is to be divided equally among the six grandchildren.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading put in /pυt �in/ You have to put in a lot of effort to learn a new language.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading take (time) off /�teik taim �ɒf/ She decided to take a week off when her mother got ill.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading value /�v�lju�/ I value your friendship very much.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading prized /praizd/ Martin’s bicycle is his most prized possession.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading possession /pə�zeʃən/ I packed my remaining possessions into the suitcase.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading inherit /in�herit/ She inherited the land from her grandfather.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading benefit /�benəfit/ She has had the benefit of a first-class education.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading progress /�prəυres/ We have made enormous progress in the past decade.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading permanent /�p��mənənt/ I need a permanent job.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading have sth down to a science /�h�v smθiŋ �daυn tυ ə/ �saiəns/ He has got his evening activities down to a science.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading supremely /su��pri�mli, sju�-, sə-/ She is a supremely talented player.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading gather /��ðə/ Tens of thousands of people had gathered outside the US embassy.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading exhausting /i�zɔ�stiŋ/ You’d better sit down and have a cup of tea after such an exhausting journey.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading schedule /�ʃedju�l/ Mr Smith has got a very full schedule today so please make an appointment for tomorrow.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading hectic /�hektik/ I’ve had a pretty hectic day at the office.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading attend /ə�tend/ Only seven people attended the meeting.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading essential /i�senʃəl/ If you’re going walking in the mountains, strong boots are essential.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading income /�iŋkəm, �in-/ Most of my income goes on my rent and bills.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading identify /ai�dentifai/ Scientists have identified the virus that causes the disease.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading express /ik�spres/ Bill’s never been afraid to express his opinions.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading self-employed /�self im�plɔid/ One advantage of being self-employed is that no one can tell you what to do.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading domestic /də�mestik/ I suspect Mary’s been having a few domestic problems.

Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading duty /�dju�ti/ Illness prevented her from carrying out her official duties.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 1 pages 8–9 Reading justify /�d�stifai/ How can you justify making everyone wait for so long?

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 doze /dəυz/ I managed to doze for half an hour on the plane.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 annoying /ə�nɔi-iŋ/ David has an annoying habit of interrupting whenever I talk.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 long-term /�lɒŋ �t��m/ No one can predict the long-term effects of the crisis.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 temporary /�tempərəri, -pəri/ A lot of work now is temporary or part-time.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 appropriate /ə�prəυpri-ət/ Your clothes are not really appropriate for a job interview.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 endless /�endləs/ I hated the endless meetings and interviews.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 client /�klaiənt/ She has a meeting with an important client tomorrow morning.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 retire /ri�taiə/ Most men retire when they are sixty-five.

Module 1 pages 10–11 Language Develop. 1 surf /s��f/ Sally spent the entire night surfing the net with a high-speed modem.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing entertain /�entə�tein/ He entertained us with a stream of anecdotes about his time in Mexico.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing become acquainted /bi�km ə�kweintid/ We became acquainted when we caught the same bus to the office.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing inhabitant /in�h�bitənt/ Athens is a city of four million inhabitants.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing opportunity /�ɒpə�tju�nəti/ I just thought it was too good an opportunity to miss.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing despatch /di�sp�tʃ/ A reporter was despatched to the border to write about the war.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing customary /�kstəməri/ It is customary for the head of the family to sit at the end of the table.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing talkative /�tɔ�kətiv/ She’s a nice girl, but I wish she wasn’t quite so talkative.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing arise /ə�raiz/ A number of problems arose from the delay.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing drop sb a line /�drɒp smbədi ə �lain/ Drop me a line and let me know how you’re getting on.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing conversational /�kɒnvə�seiʃənəl/ Business letters are not usually written in conversational style.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing contraction /kən�tr�kʃən/ ‘Haven’t’ is a contraction of ‘have not’.

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing convenience /kən�vi�niəns/ I’m not going to organise my day entirely for your convenience!

Module 1 pages 12–13 Writing sincerely /sin�siəli/ I sincerely hope I’ll see her again.

Module 1 page 14 Listening predict /pri�dikt/ The report predicted that more jobs would be lost in the coal industry.

Module 1 page 14 Listening parade /pə�reid/ Everyone turned out to watch the victory parade.

Module 1 page 14 Listening bracelet /�breislit/ He gave her a diamond bracelet for her birthday.

Module 1 page 14 Listening procession /prə�seʃən/ We watched the funeral procession move slowly down the street.

Module 1 page 14 Listening specific /spə�sifik/ Is this game meant for a specific age group?

Module 1 page 14 Listening refer /ri�f��/ The figures in the left-hand column refer to our sales abroad.

Module 1 page 14 Listening play a part in sth /�plei ə �pɑ�t in �smθiŋ/ Besides dieting, exercising plays an important part in losing weight.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 1 page 14 Listening act out /��kt �aυt/ The children acted out the story to entertain the adults.

Module 1 page 14 Listening tend /tend/ Sally tends to interfere in other people’s business.

Module 1 page 15 Speaking compare /kəm�peə/ The report compares the different types of home computer currently available.

Module 1 page 15 Speaking contrast /kən�trɑ�st/ In the film, the peaceful life of a farmer is contrasted with the violent existence of a gangster.

Module 1 page 15 Speaking extended /ik�stendid/ We had an extended holiday in Cornwall.

Module 1 page 15 Speaking section /�sekʃən/ The spoons go in the front section of the drawer.

Module 1 page 15 Speaking similarity /�simi�l�rəti/ When studying children and other young animals we can see similarities in their behaviour.

Module 1 page 15 Speaking whereas /weər��z/ Why are some cancers cured by chemotherapy alone, whereas others are unaffected by drugs?

Module 1 page 15 Speaking occasion /ə�kei�ən/ I’ve seen Jane with them on several occasions.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 defeat /di�fi�t/ After the defeat of the enemy, the victors marched home triumphantly.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 enthusiastically /in�θju�zi��stikli/ The audience applauded enthusiastically.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 Independence Day /�indi�pendəns dei/ American Independence Day is July 4th.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 recent /�ri�sənt/ In recent years, terrorism has become a greater threat.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 promote /prə�məυt/ The minister gave a passionate speech promoting equality.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 participation /pɑ��tisi�peiʃən/ We want more participation in the decision-making process.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 sensational /sen�seiʃənəl/ The effect of the discovery was sensational.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 commercialise /kə�m��ʃəlaiz/ Christmas has become so commercialised nowadays.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 crowded /�kraυdid/ Sometimes the classes were very crowded.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 spicy /�spaisi/ I adore pasta with a spicy tomato sauce.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 mild /maild/ She didn’t like spicy food so he cooked a mild curry instead.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 dish /diʃ/ Henry makes a wonderful pasta dish.

Module 1 page 16 Language Develop. 2 bland /bl�nd/ The potato soup was rather bland.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 hospitality /�hɒspi�t�ləti/ Thanks for your hospitality over the past few weeks.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 custom /�kstəm/ It’s the custom for the bride’s father to pay for the wedding.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 cross out /�krɒs �aυt/ I crossed it out and wrote it again.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 ignore /i�nɔ�/ As far as homelessness goes, the vast majority of people just sit back and ignore it.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 servant /�s��vənt/ She remembers growing up with a house full of servants.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 ancient /�einʃənt/ I’d love to know more about the ancient civilisations of Asia.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 consider /kən�sidə/ Any reasonable offer will be considered.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 intend /in�tend/ I didn’t intend her to see the painting until it was finished.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 universal /ju�ni�v��səl/ This is a topic of universal interest.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 host /həυst/ Our host brought in some more wine.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 receive /ri�si�v/ She only receives guests on Sundays.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 provide /prə�vaid/ I’ll provide the food if you bring the wine.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 admire /əd�maiə/ We stopped half way up the hill to admire the view.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 straightaway /�streitə�wei/ Let’s start work straightaway.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 greet /ri�t/ Mr Peterson got up from behind his desk to greet me.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 dip /dip/ Dip your finger in the soup and taste it.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 abroad /ə�brɔ�d/ She often goes abroad on business.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 particularly /pə�tikjυləli/ Steve was in a particularly bad mood when he got back.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 embarrassed /im�b�rəst/ I spilled water all over one of the guests – I was so embarrassed!

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 customary /�kstəməri/ It is customary for a man to take off his hat when he enters a church.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 globe /ləυb/ We export our goods all over the globe.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 look after /lυk �ɑ�ftə/ Don’t worry; I’ll look after the kids tomorrow.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 take after /�teik �ɑ�ftə/ Jennifer really takes after her mother.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 support /sə�pɔ�t/ She needs a large income to support such a big family.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 survive /sə�vaiv/ A few pages of the original manuscript still survive.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 preserve /pri�z��v/ I think these traditional customs should be preserved.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 precise /pri�sais/ The precise details of the sale have not yet been released.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 distinct /di�stiŋkt/ Linguists have agreed that they are two entirely distinct languages.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 require /ri�kwaiə/ You are required by law to wear seat belts.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 desire /di�zaiə/ Anyone desiring to vote must come to the meeting.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 alien /�eiliən/ She felt lost in that alien culture.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 dense /dens/ Dense jungle covered the whole area.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 keep on /�ki�p �ɒn/ I’ve told him to stop but he keeps on scratching his head!

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 take up /�teik �p/ Glenn has taken up pottery.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 come off /km �ɒf/ The hook came off the wall when I hung my coat on it.

Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 turn down /�t��n �daυn/ Pauline has turned down offers from several different law firms.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 1 page 18 Use of English 2 combination /�kɒmbi�neiʃən/ Certain combinations of sounds are not possible in English.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 sharp /ʃɑ�p/ Add mustard to give the salad dressing a sharper taste.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 acid /��sid/ The wine had a very acid taste.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 sting /stiŋ/ The antiseptic might sting a little.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 bad-tempered /�b�d �tempəd/ He’s always bad-tempered in the mornings.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 attitude /��titju�d/ Pete’s attitude towards women really scares me.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 influence /�influəns/ She used her influence with the chairman to get me the job.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 variety /və�raiəti/ The girls come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 grin /rin/ Take that cheeky grin off your face!

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 gap /�p/ The politician promised to destroy the widening gap between the rich and the poor.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 directions /di�rekʃənz, dai-/ A very helpful woman gave me directions to the police station.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 break into /�breik intə, intυ/ Her face broke into a smile when I told her I could stay for the weekend.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 damage /�d�mid�/ I damaged the computer while I was moving it.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 pick sb up /�pik smbədi �p/ I’ll pick my things up later.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 turn down /�t��n �daυn/ Can you please turn the TV down? I can’t hear myself think!

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 keep down /�ki�p �daυn/ You can use herbicides to keep down the weeds.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 pull down /�pυl �daυn/ The old chapel is dangerous and will have to be pulled down.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 fill up /�fil �p/ Brad just kept filling up everyone’s glasses with champagne.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 settle down /�setl �daυn/ Mel settled down in his chair and closed his eyes.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 put up /pυt �p/ They’re putting up several new office blocks in the centre of town.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 tidy up /�taidi �p/ You’re not allowed to go out until you tidy up your room.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 wrap up /�r�p �p/ I haven’t even wrapped my presents up yet!

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 take down /�teik �daυn/ After the Christmas party, she took down all the decorations.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 look up /�lυk �p/ Look up the word in the dictionary.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 let down /�let �daυn/ I’m counting on you to support me – don’t let me down!

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 do up /�du� �p/ They did up the house and sold it for a huge profit.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 decorate /�dekəreit/ I’m going to decorate the bathroom next.

Module 1 page 19 Language Develop. 3 erect /i�rekt/ This town hall was erected in 1892.

Module 1 page 20 Module 1 Review slightly /�slaitli/ Alison is slightly older than the others.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 1 page 20 Module 1 Review satisfying /�s�tisfai-iŋ/ It was very satisfying that the play was such a success after all

the hard work we did. Module 1 page 20 Module 1 Review lively /�laivli/ He’d always been a bright and lively child.

Module 1 page 20 Module 1 Review present /pri�zent/ We were presented with a difficult choice

Module 1 page 20 Module 1 Review pressurise /�preʃəraiz/ They would have enjoyed the party more if they hadn’t been pressurised into going.

Module 1 page 20 Module 1 Review remove /ri�mu�v/ Reference books may not be removed from the library.

Module 2

Module 2 page 21 Overview application /��pli�keiʃən/ There were more than three hundred applications for the six jobs.

Module 2 page 21 Overview demanding /di�mɑ�ndiŋ/ Teaching is a very demanding job.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading summarise /�sməraiz/ Jack quickly summarised the main points of his plan.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading Scot /skɒt/ He lived with a Scot and two Irishmen when he was a student.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading privileged /�privəlid�d/ Only those from privileged homes were able to afford luxuries.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading on the contrary /ɒn ðə �kɒntrəri/ It wasn’t a good thing; on the contrary it was a huge mistake.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading district /�distrikt/ We had a semi-detached house in a pleasant suburban district of Manchester.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading the (Great) Depression /ðə �reit di�preʃən/ My grandmother grew up during the Depression in a small Yorkshire town.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading unemployment /�nim�plɔimənt/ The government has promised to do something about levels of unemployment.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading unusual /n�ju��uəl, -�əl/ Earlier this century, it was unusual for women to have a career.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading glad /l�d/ I’m really glad I don’t have to go back there again.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading dawn /dɔ�n/ We talked almost until dawn.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading deliver /di�livə/ Could you deliver this letter to the accounts department?

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading determination /di�t��mi�neiʃən/ Her determination to do well made her keep on studying.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading destiny /�destəni/ Juan accepted his destiny without complaint.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading throughout /θru��aυt/ He had lied to the court throughout the trial.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading dusk /dsk/ The streetlights go on at dusk.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading milk round /�milk raυnd/ The good old traditional milk round seems to be dying out in England.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading cart /kɑ�t/ They loaded the cart with pieces of old metal they found at the dump.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading approach /ə�prəυtʃ/ He was in his fifties and approaching retirement.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading extend /ik�stend/ We extended the kitchen by 6 feet.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading objection /əb�d�ekʃən/ If no one has any objection, I’ll declare the meeting closed.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading sign on /�sain �ɒn/ He signed on as a soldier in the US army.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading navy /�neivi/ My grandfather joined the navy when he was fifteen years old.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading boast /bəυst/ She boasted that she could speak six languages fluently.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading be off /bi �ɒf/ I’m off to the shops now. Does anyone want anything?

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading thorough /�θrə/ My doctor gave me a thorough check-up.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading rigorous /�riərəs/ We had to perform a set of rigorous fitness exercises every morning.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading doubt /daυt/ I don’t doubt that he’s a brilliant scientist, but can he teach?

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading independent /�indi�pendənt/ I quite like living alone; it’s made me more independent.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading with his tail between his legs /wið hiz �teil bitwi�n hiz �lez/ After losing the fight at school, he walked home with his tail between his legs.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading disability /�disə�biləti/ She manages to lead a normal life in spite of her disabilities.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading pension /�penʃən/ They both have their pensions to live on now that they’ve retired.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading unsettled /n�setld/ The dream made her feel even more unsettled than she had before.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading take on /�teik �ɒn/ Mum is taking on too much at the moment – I think we should all try and help her more.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading coal /kəυl/ Bring in some coal for the fire.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading labourer /�leibərə/ Her father was a farm labourer.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading polisher /�pɒliʃə/ I used an electric floor polisher to clean the marble.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading subsidise /�sbsidaiz/ Farming is partly subsidised by the government.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading leisure /�le�ə/ She enjoys gardening, sailing and other leisure activites.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading pursuit /pə�sju�t/ She concentrated mainly on her academic pursuits.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading on the grounds that /ɒn ðə �raυndz ðət/ Zoe was awarded compensation on the grounds that the doctor had made a number of mistakes.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading gradually /�r�d�uəli/ The cat gradually became less frightened when she realised she was safe.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading open up /�əυpən �p/ A move to New York would open up all kinds of exciting new possibilities.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading turning point /�t��niŋ pɔint/ Meeting Picasso was a turning point in her career as an artist.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading on the strength of /ɒn ðə �streŋθ əv, �strenθ/ I bought the book on the strength of your recommendation.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading attract /ə�tr�kt/ What attracted me most to the job was the chance to travel.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading admirer /əd�maiərə/ She never told anyone about her secret admirer.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading unfold /n�fəυld/ As the tale unfolds we learn more about Max’s childhood.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading lead on to /�li�d �ɒn tə, tυ/ Starting the business led on to the creation of lots of new jobs.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading screenplay /�skri�nplei/ Her first screenplay was an immediate success.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading household name /�haυshəυld �neim/ Coca-Cola is a household name around the world.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading background /�b�kraυnd/ He’s always talking about his working class background.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading accept /ək�sept/ I wish I’d accepted your advice and kept my money in the bank.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading order /�ɔ�də/ You will report to me at eight o’clock tomorrow – and that’s an order.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading ashamed /ə�ʃeimd/ I was ashamed of having lied to my mother.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading impress /im�pres/ Steve borrowed his dad’s sports car to impress his girlfriend.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading relevant /�reləvənt/ For further information, see the relevant sections of the book.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading deduce /di�dju�s/ I deduced that she was married by the ring on her finger.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading strict /strikt/ You had strict instructions not to tell anybody.

Module 2 pages 22–23 Reading physical /�fizikəl/ You need to do more physical exercise if you want to get stronger.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 assistant /ə�sistənt/ a clerical assistant.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 experience /ik�spiəriəns/ The interviewer asked if I had any previous experience.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 candidate /�k�ndidət/ They’re interviewing three candidates for the post of sales manager.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 camping site /�k�mpiŋ sait/ The camping site was so full of caravans that we couldn’t find anywhere to pitch our tent.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 course /kɔ�s/ Andy’s doing a one-year journalism course.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 reasonably /�ri�zənəbli/ The car is in reasonably good condition.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 case /keis/ In this case, the doctors think they will have to operate.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 specify /�spesifai/ Names and numbers were not specified.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 exhausted /i�zɔ�stid/ Jill lay on the grass, exhausted by her long run.

Module 2 pages 24–25 Language Develop. 1 colleague /�kɒli�/ A colleague at the bank is looking for a new house.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing apply /ə�plai/ I applied to four universities and was accepted by all of them.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing prospects /�prɒspekts/ You can’t marry a man with no prospects!

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing salary /�s�ləri/ She’s on a monthly salary of £1000.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing qualification /�kwɒlifi�keiʃən/ Eva had excellent academic qualifications.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing suitable /�su�təbəl, �sju�-/ The house is not really suitable for us.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing available /ə�veiləbəl/ The president was not available for comment.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing recommend /�rekə�mend/ I recommend the roast garlic chicken – it’s delicious.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing have a go at sth /h�v ə �əυ ət smθiŋ/ Daisy had six goes at her driving test before she passed.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing uni /�ju�ni/ I wish I was still a student at Bristol Uni.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing stuff /stf/ I’ve got so much stuff to do this weekend.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing valuable /�v�ljuəbəl, -jəbəl/ She made a valuable suggestion that I will never forget.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing reference /�refərəns/ We will need references from your former employers.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing drop in /�drɒp �in/ I think I’ll drop in on Jill on my way home.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing chat /tʃ�t/ We had a long chat about the old days.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing position /pə�ziʃən/ Richard held the position of sales manager.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing at present /ət �prezənt/ Ms Hall is busy at present – can she ring you later?

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing command /kə�mɑ�nd/ I was very impressed by Janice’s command of French.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing manner /�m�nə/ The manner in which she spoke to the visitors was rather strange.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing faithfully /�feiθfəli/ She faithfully carried out every single promise she had made to him.

Module 2 pages 26–27 Writing edit /�edit/ We had only two weeks to edit the manuscript before publication.

Module 2 page 28 Listening recall /ri�kɔ�l/ Afterwards Olivia could not recall what they had talked about.

Module 2 page 28 Listening achievement /ə�tʃi�vmənt/ Winning three gold medals is a remarkable achievement.

Module 2 page 28 Listening assess /ə�ses/ It’s difficult to assess the effects of the new law just yet.

Module 2 page 28 Listening continual assessment /kən�tinjuəl ə�sesmənt/ Many students would prefer to have continual assessment.

Module 2 page 28 Listening presenter /pri�zentə/ They’ve just offered her a job as presenter of a new radio show.

Module 2 page 28 Listening primary school /�praiməri �sku�l/ Can you recall your first day at primary school?

Module 2 page 28 Listening masculine /�m�skjυlin/ He had a dark, masculine face and spoke with a deep voice.

Module 2 page 28 Listening absolutely /��bsəlu�tli, ��bsə�lu�tli/ Oh yes, absolutely. I think it’s a great idea.

Module 2 page 28 Listening shock /ʃɒk/ It shocked me to think how close we had come to being killed.

Module 2 page 28 Listening influence /�influəns/ Don’t let me influence your decision.

Module 2 page 28 Listening current /�krənt/ Her current boyfriend is in a rock band.

Module 2 page 28 Listening benefit /�benəfit/ The new pension system will benefit workers over the age of fifty-eight.

Module 2 page 28 Listening encourage /in�krid�/ Good public transport encourages people to leave their cars at home.

Module 2 page 28 Listening separate /�sepərət/ The poor travelled in a separate carriage.

Module 2 page 28 Listening quote /kwəυt/ She read me a quote from the Bible.

Module 2 page 28 Listening discussion /di�skʃən/ On Friday we had a long discussion about what to do about the children’s education.

Module 2 page 28 Listening degree /di�ri�/ Isabelle’s doing a law degree.

Module 2 page 28 Listening follow through /�fɒləυ �θru�/ The success of any business plan depends on your ability to follow through.

Module 2 page 28 Listening promise /�prɒmis/ My son shows great promise as a chess player.

Module 2 page 28 Listening end up /�end �p/ We were going to go out, but ended up watching videos.

Module 2 page 29 Speaking respond /ri�spɒnd/ Clive responded to my suggestion with a laugh.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 2 page 29 Speaking laboratory /lə�bɒrətri/ I feel very strongly about performing laboratory tests on animals –

especially to test cosmetic products! Module 2 page 29 Speaking uniform /�ju�nifɔ�m/ We had to wear a school uniform.

Module 2 page 29 Speaking tentative /�tentətiv/ We’ve fixed a tentative date for the meeting.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 field /fi�ld/ She’s well known in the field of ancient history.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 develop /di�veləp/ In less than ten years it develops from a seed into a full-grown tree.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 yet /jet/ It’s only a little shop and yet it always has such lovely decorations.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 outstanding /aυt�st�ndiŋ/ We drove through an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 fail /feil/ I failed my driving test the first time I took it.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 eventually /i�ventʃuəli, -tʃəli/ She eventually passed her driving test.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 admit /əd�mit/ The UK was admitted to the European Community in 1973.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 institute /�institju�t/ The Institute for Contemporary Arts was just across the street.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 graduation /�r�d�u�eiʃən/ After graduation, Helen went into accountancy.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 extremely /ik�stri�mli/ I’m extremely sorry to have troubled you.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 patent /�peitnt, �p�-/ She took out a patent on her latest invention.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 huge /hju�d�/ Your room’s huge compared to mine.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 appetite /��pətait/ Paul has no appetite for hard work.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 publish /�pbliʃ/ Her second novel was published in July.

Module 2 page 30 Use of English 1 intellectual /�intə�lektʃuəl/ The student showed enormous intellectual ability.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 reserved /ri�z��vd/ Ellen was a shy, reserved girl.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 continent /�kɒntinənt/ We had to study the continents of Asia and Africa.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 state /steit/ The roads are in a terrible state after the severe winter weather.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 majority /mə�d�ɒrəti/ The majority of lone parents are divorced or separated women.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 lecture /�lektʃə/ She’s giving a series of lectures on molecular biology.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 flexible /�fleksibəl/ We can be flexible about your starting date.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 be in touch /�bi� in �ttʃ/ I’ll be in touch when I get back from Paris.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 definite /�defənət/ We have to set a definite date for the concert.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 fare /feə/ Children under four don’t have to pay the full fare.

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 cheque /tʃek/ Can I pay by cheque?

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 come through /km �θru�/ Has your passport come through yet?

Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 lend /lend/ I wish I’d never lent him my car.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 2 page 31 Language Develop. 2 pay back /�pei �b�k/ If you lend me £10, I’ll pay you back on Friday.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 tuition /tju�iʃən/ I had to have extra tuition in maths.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 legal /�li�əl/ Sean was given free legal advice.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 obligation /�ɒbli�eiʃən/ You can look at the books without any obligation to buy them.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 effective /i�fektiv/ The ads were simple, but remarkably effective.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 qualified /�kwɒlifaid/ He’s qualified to teach at a primary school, but not at a secondary school.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 access /��kses/ The public didn’t have access to these papers until one hundred years later.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 materials /mə�tiəriəlz/ The artists’ materials consisted of simple brushes and oil paints.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 model /�mɒdl/ His lawyers tried to show him as a model husband and father.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 pupil /�pju�pəl/ This school has about seven hundred pupils.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 by far /bai �fɑ�/ The grass snake is by far the most common snake in the UK.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 socialise /�səυʃəlaiz/ I enjoy socialising with my students after class.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 at ease /ət �i�z/ Nurses do all they can to make patients feel at ease.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 responsible /rə�spɒnsəbəl/ They’re not my children, but I still feel responsible for them.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 academic /��kə�demik/ She loved the city of Oxford with its academic atmosphere.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 suit /su�t, sju�t/ Finding a date that suits us all is very difficult.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 attentive /ə�tentiv/ The professor was pleased to have such an attentive audience.

Module 2 page 32 Use of English 2 sympathy /�simpəθi/ He wants your sympathy so he’s pretending to be sick.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 decisive /di�saisiv/ She showed a talent for decisive action.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 freeze /fri�z/ The water at the edge of the lake froze last night.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 dishonest /dis�ɒnəst/ Unfortunately there are dishonest traders about.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 naughty /�nɔ�ti/ You’re a very naughty boy! Look what you’ve done!

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 courage /�krid�/ Sue showed great courage throughout her illness.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 passion /�p�ʃən/ Brazilian children grow up with a passion for football.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 experiment /ik�sperimənt/ James carried out a series of simple experiments to test his theory.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 horror /�hɒrə/ The crowd gasped in horror as Senna’s car crashed.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 irresponsible /�irə�spɒnsəbəl/ It was irresponsible of him to leave the children by themselves in the pool.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 illegible /i�led�əbəl/ I’m not sure what this note says – Dad’s writing is almost illegible!

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 italics /i�t�liks/ This example is written in italics.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 principal /�prinsəpəl/ The principal wants to see you in her office at once!

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 hand in /�h�nd �in/ Hand your papers in at the end of the exam.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 resignation /�rezi�neiʃən/ Rupert decided to hand in his resignation, rather than betray a colleague.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 turn up /�t��n �p/ Steven turned up late as usual.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 get across /�et ə�krɒs/ How can I get it across to you that I never want to see you again?

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 work out /�w��k �aυt/ We’ll have to work out how much food we’ll need for the party.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 stay on /�stei �ɒn/ After finishing her contracted work, they asked her to stay on as an advisor.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 get down to /et �daυn tə, tυ/ After Christmas I’m going to get down to some serious job-hunting.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 keep up with /�ki�p �p wið, wiθ/ I’m having trouble keeping up with the rest of the class.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 carry out /�k�ri �aυt/ They are carrying out urgent repairs to the church.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 survey /�s��vei/ A recent survey revealed that children of divorced parents have more stability than children of unhappy marriages.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 staff /stɑ�f/ We now employ a staff of twenty-five people.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 go over /əυ �əυvə/ I had gone over and over what had happened in my mind.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 in charge /in �tʃɑ�d�/ Who’s in charge around here?

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 remain /ri�mein/ She remained at home to look after the children.

Module 2 page 33 Language Develop. 3 coursework /�kɔ�sw��k/ I have to write an essay on the French Revolution as part of my history coursework.

Module 3

Module 3 page 37 Overview heritage /�herətid�/ The cultural heritage of Italy.

Module 3 page 37 Overview site /sait/ We visited an interesting archaeological site.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading cultural /�kltʃərəl/ There have been many cultural influences on these people.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading glory /�lɔ�ri/ As a child he dreamt of future glory as an Olympic champion.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading pressure /�preʃə/ Paul changed jobs because he couldn’t stand the pressure.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading Venetian /və�ni�ʃən/ There are still many Venetian castles on the Greek islands.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading face /feis/ The President faces the difficult task of putting the economy back on its feet.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading secure /si�kjυə/ There is no such thing as a secure job these days.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading unique /ju��ni�k/ Each person’s fingerprints are unique.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading remarkable /ri�mɑ�kəbəl/ There’s nothing particularly remarkable about the landscape.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading invader /in�veidə/ Invaders from the south entered the town during the night.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading mainland /�meinlənd/ There is a very good ferry service between the islands and the mainland.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading mud bank /�md b�ŋk/ Roger pushed the boat away from the mud bank.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading protect /prə�tekt/ Try to protect your skin from the sun.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading frontier /frn�tiə/ Lille is close to the frontier between France and Belgium.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading city state /�siti �steit/ the city state of Athens.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading trade route /�treid ru�t/ Columbus dreamed of discovering a new trade route between Europe and India by crossing the Atlantic.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading commercial /kə�m��ʃəl/ Our top priorities must be profit and commercial growth.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading naval /�neivəl/ Her grandfather was a naval officer during the war.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading force /fɔ�s/ Most military forces will remain loyal to the President.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading explorer /ik�splɔ�rə/ Marco Polo was history’s most famous explorer.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading increasingly /in�kri�siŋli/ The classes at the college have become increasingly full over the past five years.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading play a role in /�plei ə �rəυl in/ Mandela played a leading role in ending apartheid in South Africa.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading decline /di�klain/ There has been a sharp decline in profits.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading wealth /welθ/ The country’s wealth comes from its oil.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading come under /�km �ndə/ All doctors come under the same rules of professional conduct.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading domination /�dɒmi�neiʃən/ In many societies, there is still a state of male domination.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading quality /�kwɒləti/ A nurse needs special personal qualities.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading industrialisation /in�dstriəlai�zeiʃən/ Industrialisation has created a lot of jobs.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading trade /treid/ There has been a marked increase in trade between East and West.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading manufacturing /�m�njυ�f�ktʃəriŋ/ Thousands of jobs had been lost in manufacturing.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading prosperity /prɒ�sperəti/ It was a time of peace and prosperity.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading replace /ri�pleis/ Well, if he can’t manage, he’ll have to be replaced.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading vessel /�vesəl/ We saw a number of fishing vessels.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading impressive /im�presiv/ We toured the remains of an impressive Roman villa.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading line /lain/ Crowds lined the route to the palace.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading former /�fɔ�mə/ The coal industry is not even half its former size.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading warehouse /�weəhaυs/ The warehouse where they keep the carpets is near the port.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading turn into /�t��n �intə, �intυ/ In a few weeks, the caterpillar will turn into a butterfly.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading pour into /�pɔ�r �intə, �intυ/ The men poured into the hall for the meeting.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading outnumber /aυt�nmbə/ In the nursing profession, women still outnumber men by four to one.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading resident /�rezidənt/ Only residents can drink in the hotel bar.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading industry /�indəstri/ A decline in manufacturing industry.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading threaten /�θretn/ Hunting still threatens the survival of the rhino.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading fragile /�fr�d�ail/ The country’s fragile economy is threatened by the floods.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading flood /fld/ Floods in Bangladesh have caused hundreds of deaths.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading highlight /�hailait/ A test to highlight students’ strengths and weaknesses.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading rising damp /�raiziŋ �d�mp/ We decided not to buy the house because it had rising damp.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading tremendous /trə�mendəs/ I learned a tremendous amount in a short time.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading tide /taid/ We searched for driftwood on the beach, brought in by the tide.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading painfully /�peinfəli/ Progress in the negotiations has been painfully slow.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading cope /kəυp/ A family and a full-time job is a lot to cope with.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading affordable /ə�fɔ�dəbəl/ The college fees just weren’t affordable.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading shrink /ʃriŋk/ The number of students has shrunk from one hundred and twenty to seventy.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading concern /kən�s��n/ The depletion of the ozone layer is causing widespread concern among scientists.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading lace /leis/ There were lace curtains at the windows.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading at all costs /ət �ɔ�l kɒsts, ət �ɔ�l �kɒsts/ We must avoid a scandal at all costs.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading effectively /i�fektivli/ They managed to effectively reduce the scale of the problem.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading take into account /�teik intυ ə�kaυnt/ His boss took into account his previous service record.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading location /ləυ�keiʃən/ Could you give me your precise location?

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading awareness /ə�weənəs/ Health officials have tried to raise awareness about AIDS among teenagers.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading will /wil/ The survivors never lost the will to live.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading adapt /ə�d�pt/ The children are finding it hard to adapt to their new school.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading crucial /�kru�ʃəl/ He often made crucial decisions involving millions of dollars.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading pros and cons /�prəυz ən �kɒnz/ What are the pros and cons of owning your own home?

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading grand /r�nd/ We attended a grand ceremony at the Palace.

Module 3 pages 38–39 Reading decrease /di�kri�s/ In the last ten years, cars have generally decreased in size.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 recognise /�rekənaiz, �rekən-/ Samson came home so thin and weak his own children hardly recognised him.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 have sth in common /h�v �smθiŋ in �kɒmən/ Their methods have a lot in common.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 actively /��ktivli/ She got actively involved in the discussion.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 reserve /ri�z��v/ The park is the largest wildlife reserve in the US.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 fascinating /�f�səneitiŋ/ I found his tale of a wild and lawless life fascinating.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 bleak /bli�k/ It was a bleak January afternoon.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 withdraw /wið�drɔ�, wiθ-/ They have withdrawn their support for the party candidate.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 membership /�membəʃip/ I forgot to renew my membership of the sailing club.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 context /�kɒntekst/ Can you guess the meaning of this word from its context?

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 exception /ik�sepʃən/ With one or two notable exceptions, there are few women orchestra conductors.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 incredible /in�kredibəl/ It’s incredible how much Tom has changed since he met Sally.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 well-preserved /�wel pri�z��vd/ The ancient pots and statues were well-preserved although a number were broken.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 nominate /�nɒmineit/ He was nominated for the Nobel Prize.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 gorgeous /�ɔ�d�əs/ He watched a gorgeous woman walk up the street with his mouth hanging open.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 marvellous /�mɑ�vələs/ It’s marvellous what they can do with plastic surgery these days.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 dull /dl/ Bill’s friends are a pretty dull bunch.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 smart /smɑ�t/ Chris was looking very smart in his new grey suit.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 casually /�k��uəli/ I think I’ll dress casually to go to the cinema.

Module 3 pages 40–41 Language Develop. 1 restore /ri�stɔ�/ The church was carefully restored after the war.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing conference /�kɒnfərəns/ Representatives from over twenty countries attended the International Peace Conference in Geneva.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing connection /kə�nekʃən/ If this train gets delayed we’ll miss our connection to Paris.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing medieval /�medi�i�vəl/ Susan is studying French medieval literature.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing react /ri��kt/ Ellie reacted by marching out of the room.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing delighted /di�laitid/ We’re delighted that you’ll be there.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing thrilled /θrild/ We were so thrilled to hear about the baby.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing put sb up /�pυt smbədi �p/ They agreed to put two foreign students up over the summer.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing unpack /n�p�k/ Let’s go upstairs and unpack our cases.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing bother /�bɒðə/ I’m too busy to bother about fixing it now.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing give sb a ring /�iv smbədi ə �riŋ/ I’ll give you a ring later in the week.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing hesitate /�heziteit/ Don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any more information.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing cheers /tʃiəz/ Cheers mate, and thanks for the coffee!

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing date back to /�deit �b�k tə, tυ/ This church dates back to the thirteenth century.

Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing ruin /�ru�in/ We saw the ruins of a bombed-out office block.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 3 pages 42–43 Writing cathedral /kə�θi�drəl/ They got married in Durham Cathedral.

Module 3 page 44 Listening rainforest /�rein�fɒrəst/ There has been an increase in the number of environmental groups campaigning against the destruction of the rainforest.

Module 3 page 44 Listening disappointed /�disə�pɔintid/ Of course I’m disappointed I didn’t get an invitation.

Module 3 page 44 Listening male /meil/ You can easily recognise the male lion by his huge mane of hair.

Module 3 page 44 Listening territory /�teritəri/ A male cat may mark his territory by scratching noticeable features like trees.

Module 3 page 44 Listening threat /θret/ Nuclear weapons are a threat to the world.

Module 3 page 44 Listening contact /�kɒnt�kt/ Children need close physical contact and interaction with a caring adult.

Module 3 page 45 Speaking illustrate /�iləstreit/ He tried to illustrate his point by drawing a diagram on the board.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 cricket /�krikit/ I love listening to the sound of the crickets in the fields by the river.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 temperature /�tempərətʃə/ The temperature in New York dropped to minus ten degrees last night.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 storm /stɔ�m/ We knew we had to get home before the storm broke.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 restless /�restləs/ The children had been indoors all day and were getting restless.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 earthquake /���θkweik/ Mexico City was badly hit in the 1985 earthquake.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 insect /�insekt/ The air was full of mosquitoes and other flying insects.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 dazed /deizd/ Dazed survivors staggered from the wreckage of the train crash.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 hibernation /�haibə�neiʃən/ Bears are the largest mammals that go into hibernation.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 minor /�mainə/ We have made some minor changes to the programme.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 tremor /�tremə/ Did you feel that slight tremor last night?

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 concern /kən�s��n/ The tax changes will concern large companies rather than small businesses.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 cattle /�k�tl/ We saw herds of cattle lying down in the fields.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 evacuate /i�v�kjueit/ The city-dwellers were evacuated to the countryside.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 strike /straik/ Tragedy struck two days later when Tammy was in a serious car accident.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 countless /�kaυntləs/ I spent countless hours on trains and buses.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 nevertheless /�nevəðə�les/ He insisted that everything would be alright. Nevertheless, I could not help feeling anxious.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 demonstrate /�demənstreit/ Edwin Hubble demonstrated that ours was not the only galaxy.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 warning /�wɔ�niŋ/ The police issued a warning against speeding.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 sensitive /�sensətiv/ Make sure you protect sensitive areas of your skin with a good sun cream.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 magnetic field /m��netik �fi�ld/ Metal objects around the compass can affect its magnetic field.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 detect /di�tekt/ Many forms of cancer can be cured if detected early.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 seismic /�saizmik/ An increase in seismic activity lately has concerned scientists.

Module 3 page 46 Use of English 1 pity /�piti/ It’s a pity that Jan and George can’t make it to the party.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 keen /ki�n/ Daniel’s very keen on tennis.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 discount /�diskaυnt/ Do I get a discount if I buy a whole case of wine?

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 eager /�i�ə/ There was a queue of eager schoolchildren outside the theatre.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 owl /aυl/ Owls were symbols of wisdom in ancient Greece.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 bat /b�t/ Did you know that bats are the only mammals that can fly?

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 breeze /bri�z/ Flowers were waving in the breeze.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 spectator /spek�teitə/ The match attracted thousands of spectators.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 regret /ri�ret/ She deeply regretted losing her temper.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 awesome /�ɔ�səm/ Looking after their three children is an awesome responsibility.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 protective /prə�tektiv/ We were told to wear protective clothing.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 camcorder /�k�m�kɔ�də/ I bought a camcorder to take with me when I go to Paris.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 pint /paint/ I’d like a pint of milk and a loaf of bread, please.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 Northern Lights /�nɔ�ðən �laits/ Did you see the Northern Lights from Aberdeen?

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 insist /in�sist/ Her parents insisted on speaking to the headmistress.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 object /əb�d�ekt/ Do you think anyone would object if I parked my car here?

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 rarely /�reəli/ She very rarely complains about anything.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 prevent /pri�vent/ The rules are intended to prevent accidents.

Module 3 page 47 Language Develop. 2 ambition /�m�biʃən/ My ambition is to become a pilot.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 optimistic /�ɒpti�mistik/ Sally is very optimistic about her exam results, but I’ll be surprised if she’s passed.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 furry /�f��ri/ She wanted to stroke the furry little kittens.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 shadow /�ʃ�dəυ/ Look how long our shadows are!

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 reporter /ri�pɔ�tə/ There were reporters all over their front garden!

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 focus /�fəυkəs/ He focused his binoculars on the building opposite.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 burrow /�brəυ/ The proper name for a fox’s burrow is its ‘earth’.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 just around the corner /�d�st əraυnd ðə �kɔ�nə/ Economic recovery is just around the corner.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 celebrity /sə�lebrəti/ It must have been difficult living in a family of celebrities.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 prediction /pri�dikʃən/ I’d find it very hard to make a prediction about who will win Big Brother.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 fog /fɒ/ Thick fog is making driving conditions dangerous.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 apparent /ə�p�rənt/ Her anxiety was apparent to everyone.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 fair /feə/ That morning the weather was fair and the air was warm.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 severe /si�viə/ There has been severe flooding in many parts of the country.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 rude /ru�d/ Don’t be so rude to your father!

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 advanced /əd�vɑ�nst/ By this time, the disease was too far advanced to be treated.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 immature /�imə�tʃυə/ The immature plants are less likely to survive a cold winter.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 bend /bend/ The taxi swung around the bend at a terrifying speed.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 stiff /stif/ There was a stiff wind blowing.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 dense /dens/ We struggled through the dense forest to the road.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 call off /�kɔ�l �ɒf/ There’s no rush now – the game’s been called off.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 come on /km �ɒn/ I can feel a headache coming on.

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 look over /�lυk �əυvə/ Do you have a few minutes to look over these samples?

Module 3 page 48 Use of English 2 otherwise /�ðəwaiz/ You’ll have to go now; otherwise you’ll miss your bus.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 drizzle /�drizəl/ A light drizzle had started by the time we left.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 hail /heil/ Hail the size of golf balls, was falling from the sky.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 shower /�ʃaυə/ Heavy showers are forecast in the hills tomorrow.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 gust /st/ A sudden gust of wind blew the door shut.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 hurricane /�hrikən/ I will never forget when Hurricane Andrew hit Florida.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 thunder /�θndə/ There was a sudden clap of thunder and the dog hid under the bed.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 gale /eil/ The fence was blown down in the gale.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 lightning /�laitniŋ/ They say that lightning never strikes in the same place twice.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 downpour /�daυnpɔ�/ We got caught in the downpour and by the time we got home we were soaking wet.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 extreme /ik�stri�m/ Extreme poverty still exists in many rural areas.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 crop /krɒp/ The main crop in China is rice.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 whirling /�w��liŋ/ Whirling snowflakes fell to the ground.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 torrential /tə�renʃəl/ There was torrential rain for most of our holiday.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 pouring /�pɔ�riŋ/ The animals were left out in the pouring rain all night.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 chilly /�tʃili/ The wind’s a bit chilly.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 cancel /�k�nsəl/ The football game had been cancelled due to rain.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 soaked /səυkt/ Get those clothes off; they’re soaked right through!

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 stormy /�stɔ�mi/ They had a stormy argument and she left the house.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 heated /�hi�tid/ They were in the middle of a heated argument when I walked in.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 icy /�aisi/ Jo fixed the other woman with an icy stare.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 sunny /�sni/ He has a lovely, sunny smile.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 breezy /�bri�zi/ She walked in with a breezy and relaxed air of confidence.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 stare /steə/ She ignored the stares of everyone around her.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 encounter /in�kaυntə/ She didn’t remember our encounter last summer.

Module 3 page 49 Language Develop. 3 quarrel /�kwɒrəl/ She got into a silly quarrel with the other children.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review renovate /�renəveit/ They are living in temporary accommodation while their apartment is being renovated.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review fee /fi�/ The entrance fees have gone up by 50 per cent.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review reduce /ri�dju�s/ We were hoping that they would reduce the rent a little.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review domesticate /də�mestikeit/ Dogs were one of the first animals to be domesticated by people.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review migrate /mai�reit/ Robins don’t migrate in winter, and you often see their little red breasts in the snow.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review fairly /�feəli/ The house had a fairly large garden.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review faithful /�feiθfəl/ Russell remained faithful to his bosses even though their competitors offered him more money.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review miserable /�mizərəbəl/ There’s nothing like a bad cold to make you feel miserable.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review shelter /�ʃeltə/ We eventually reached the shelter of the caves.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review regional /�ri�d�ənəl/ Have you tried the regional cooking?

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review global /�ləυbəl/ AIDS is a global problem that needs a global response.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review issue /�iʃu�, �isju�/ Drugs testing of employees is a sensitive issue.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review dump /dmp/ I hate it when people dump their rubbish in the river.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review waste /weist/ It’s a good idea to recycle household waste.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review equal /�i�kwəl/ We believe that all men and women are equal and have the same rights, whatever their colour, race or religion.

Module 3 page 50 Module 3 Review forecaster /�fɔ�kɑ�stə/ The forecaster announced rain.

Module 4

Module 4 page 51 Overview challenge /�tʃ�lənd�/ I liked the challenge of playing chess with such a skilful player.

Module 4 page 51 Overview collaborative /kə�l�bərətiv/ Building the barn was a collaborative project.

Module 4 page 51 Overview error /�erə/ Mrs Lawson’s huge phone bill was the result of a computer error.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading scary /�skeəri/ It was a really scary film.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading inhospitable /�inhɒ�spitəbəl/ We walked for miles through the inhospitable arctic landscape.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading desert /�dezət/ The Sahara Desert.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading raise /reiz/ We are raising money for a new hospital ward.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading charity /�tʃ�rəti/ Several charities sent aid to the flood victims.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading dear to one’s heart /�diə tə wnz �hɑ�t/ The idea of spending Christmas with her family in the mountains was very dear to her heart.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading set out /�set �aυt/ Columbus and his crew set out from Europe in 1492.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading awful /�ɔ�fəl/ The weather was awful.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading task /tɑ�sk/ Dad said we could go out and play when we had finished our weekend tasks.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading set /set/ She had set herself to write a novel.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading sponsorship /�spɒnsəʃip/ The expedition is looking for sponsorship from one of the major banks.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading set up /�set �p/ They want to set up their own import–export business.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading special needs /�speʃəl �ni�dz/ She works as a volunteer to help children with special needs.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading disabled /dis�eibəld/ This building was designed with disabled people in mind.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading route /ru�t/ We weren’t sure about which route we should take.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading hell /hel/ Central London was hell the Saturday before Christmas.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading depressed /di�prest/ She felt lonely and depressed.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading keep going /�ki�p �əυiŋ/ I don’t think I can keep going any longer.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading collapse /kə�l�ps/ Her whole world collapsed when Mike was diagnosed with cancer.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading rare /reə/ This species of plant is becoming increasingly rare.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading wheelchair /�wi�ltʃeə/ The theatre has a special entrance for people in wheelchairs.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading quality of life /�kwɒləti əv �laif/ They weren’t rich, but they had a good quality of life.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading fund-raising /�fnd �reiziŋ/ We started fund-raising in June and by August, we had collected enough for two new ambulances.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading consultant /kən�sltənt/ Jeremy had to see a consultant about his back problem.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading confirm /kən�f��m/ The President refused to confirm the rumour.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading condition /kən�diʃən/ People suffering from this condition should not smoke.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading stretch /stretʃ/ The boat rocked as it entered the stretch of rough water.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading precious /�preʃəs/ Don’t waste precious time talking to him, he’s not worth it.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading coastal /�kəυstəl/ The coastal waters of Britain.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading windswept /�windswept/ The wild, windswept moors of Yorkshire.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading ideal /ai�diəl/ It seemed like an ideal place for a picnic.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading preparation /�prepə�reiʃən/ Justin had opened several bottles of wine in preparation for the party.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading point out /�pɔint �aυt/ Mr Rogers had pointed out to us that we should keep well away from the lake.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading trap /tr�p/ We were trapped by the rising water.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading roasting /�rəυstiŋ/ I’m absolutely roasting in this suit.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading set off /�set �ɒf/ I wanted to set off early in order to avoid the traffic.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading set /set/ I asked for a new set of tools.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading split /split/ Harry split his trousers climbing over the fence.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading bury /�beri/ The pirates buried their treasure somewhere on the island.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading admit /əd�mit/ You may not like her, but you have to admit that she’s good at her job.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading suffer /�sfə/ At least the poor little dog died suddenly and didn’t suffer.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading brave /breiv/ It was very brave of you to tell her the truth.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading living proof /�liviŋ �pru�f/ I’m living proof that you don’t need a college degree to be successful.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading hardship /�hɑ�dʃip/ They lived in a time of great economic hardship.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading punish /�pniʃ/ More and more people are starting to believe that smacking is not an acceptable way to punish a child.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading mood /mu�d/ You’re in a good mood this morning.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading sit back /�sit �b�k/ Don’t just sit back and wait for success to come to you.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading hostile /�hɒstail/ The jungle was a very hostile place to spend the night alone.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading potential /pə�tenʃəl/ The agents were eager to impress potential buyers.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading cruel /�kru�əl/ The little boys were being cruel to the kittens.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading achieve /ə�tʃi�v/ Women have yet to achieve full equality in the workplace.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading for a good cause /fər ə �υd �kɔ�z/ I don’t mind giving some money if it’s for a good cause.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading establish /i�st�bliʃ/ My grandfather established the family business in 1938.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading anticipate /�n�tisipeit/ Daniel was eagerly anticipating her arrival.

Module 4 pages 52–53 Reading use up /ju�z �p/ Don’t use up all the hot water.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 run down /�rn �daυn/ The batteries in my phone had run down and I couldn’t call anyone.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 argue /�ɑ�ju�/ Did you hear the couple next door arguing last night?

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 actually /��ktʃuəli, -tʃəli/ We had quite a good time, actually.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 officer /�ɒfisə/ My uncle was the officer in charge of the murder inquiry.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 react /ri��kt/ How did William react when you told him you wanted a divorce?

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 cheer /tʃiə/ Everybody cheered when the firemen arrived.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 sequence /�si�kwəns/ Please check that the page numbers are in sequence.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 robber /�rɒbə/ A bank robber.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 take off /�teik �ɒf/ As the plane was taking off, I remembered I hadn’t turned the iron off at home.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 relieved /ri�li�vd/ His mother was relieved to see him eating properly again.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 resign /ri�zain/ She’s just resigned from the committee.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 collapse /kə�l�ps/ The business finally collapsed because of rising debts.

Module 4 pages 54–55 Language Develop. 1 caviar /�k�viɑ�/ They offered us caviar and champagne.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing vivid /�vivid/ He gave me a vivid account of their journey across the desert.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing move /mu�v/ I was deeply moved by their story.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing set the scene /�set ðə �si�n/ We all sat around the campfire as Mike began to set the scene for his ghost story.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing impact /�imp�kt/ Warnings about the dangers of smoking seem to have little impact on this age group.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing amazement /ə�meizmənt/ Ralph gasped in amazement.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing naturally /�n�tʃərəli/ Naturally, you’ll want to discuss this with your wife.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing take part /�teik �pɑ�t/ Greg was too sick to take part in the awards ceremony.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing equivalent /i�kwivələnt/ It’s equivalent to the rank of captain in our army.

Module 4 pages 56–57 Writing go off /əυ �ɒf/ They went off together at the end of the concert.

Module 4 page 58 Listening persuade /pə�sweid/ I finally managed to persuade her to go out for a drink with me.

Module 4 page 58 Listening advise /əd�vaiz/ You are strongly advised to take out medical insurance when visiting China.

Module 4 page 58 Listening prove /pru�v/ Evidence has been found that proves his innocence.

Module 4 page 58 Listening donation /dəυ�neiʃən/ All donations will be gratefully received.

Module 4 page 58 Listening medical research /�medikəl ri�s��tʃ/ Not everyone agrees that using live animals in medical research can help us.

Module 4 page 58 Listening parachute /�p�rəʃu�t/ For a moment it looked as if his parachute wasn’t going to open.

Module 4 page 58 Listening scuba diving /�sku�bə �daiviŋ/ You can do a scuba diving course on the island.

Module 4 page 58 Listening fancy /�f�nsi/ Fancy a quick drink, Emma?

Module 4 page 58 Listening sign up /�sain �p/ I’ve signed up for French lessons on Wednesday evenings.

Module 4 page 58 Listening from the word go /frəm ðə �w��d �əυ/ Lena was against me from the word go.

Module 4 page 58 Listening give sth a go /�iv smθiŋ ə �əυ/ I don’t think I can make him change his mind, but I’ll give it a go.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 4 page 58 Listening be into /bi �intə, �intυ/ She’s really into classical music at the moment, but I’m sure it

won’t last long. Module 4 page 58 Listening snooker /�snu�kə/ The world snooker champion.

Module 4 page 58 Listening enrol /in�rəυl/ Five hundred people enrolled to join the Western Civilisation class.

Module 4 page 59 Speaking interrupt /�intə�rpt/ Don’t interrupt – I haven’t finished yet.

Module 4 page 59 Speaking put forward /pυt �fɔ�wəd/ The working party has put forward a good suggestion for moving to a new site.

Module 4 page 59 Speaking conclusion /kən�klu��ən/ Becky came to the conclusion that David must have forgotten about their date.

Module 4 page 59 Speaking run out of /�rn �aυt əv, ɒv/ The van’s run out of petrol again.

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 extrovert /�ekstrəv��t/ Kelly was an extrovert who loved to perform to a crowd.

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 serve /s��v/ And let’s not forget the women who served their country in the war.

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 champion /�tʃ�mpiən/ The world heavyweight champion.

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 confidence /�kɒnfidəns/ Living on her own in a foreign country for a year gave her a lot of confidence.

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 opponent /ə�pəυnənt/ Tyson knocked his opponent out in the first round.

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 cash /k�ʃ/ I’m bringing £400 in travellers’ cheques and £100 in cash.

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 iron /�aiən/ Have you ironed my shirt?

Module 4 page 60 Use of English 1 press /pres/ I’ll need to press my suit.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 quantity /�kwɒntəti/ Your work has improved in quantity and quality this term.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 coin /kɔin/ Have you got any coins for the drinks machine?

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 glove /lv/ Wear your gloves outside – it’s freezing!

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 beat /bi�t/ I always beat my brother at chess.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 luxury /�lkʃəri/ They led a life of luxury, in a huge house in the countryside.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 accommodation /ə�kɒmə�deiʃən/ The family lived in rented accommodation.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 injure /�ind�ə/ One of the players injured his knee and had to be carried off.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 cricket /�krikit/ India defeated Pakistan in the cricket match yesterday.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 improve /im�pru�v/ Many dishes are greatly improved by adding fresh herbs.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 facility /fə�siləti/ The club has childcare facilities.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 pride /praid/ They talked about their son with obvious pride.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 lack /l�k/ A lack of iron in your blood can cause you to feel dizzy and tired.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 honesty /�ɒnəsti/ He is a politician of rare honesty and courage.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 shave /ʃeiv/ I washed and shaved, then hurried out of the house.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 sunstroke /�snstrəυk/ We all had a wonderful holiday but it was a shame Jimmy

got sunstroke on the second day. Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 occur /ə�k��/ Many accidents occur in the home.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 boar /bɔ�/ A few wild boar still exist in the northern mountains.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 convinced /kən�vinst/ I was convinced that we were doing the right thing.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 bet /bet/ Mum had a bet on one of the horses and won £20.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 creep /kri�p/ He crept back up the stairs.

Module 4 page 61 Language Develop. 2 by mistake /bai mi�steik/ It’s terribly cold in here – someone must have left the door open by mistake.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 clockface /�klɒkfeis/ I prefer clockfaces with Roman numerals.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 score /skɔ�/ Arsenal scored in the final minute of the game.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 debut /�deibju�, �debju�/ Their debut album was recorded in 1991.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 origin /�ɒrəd�in/ Have you ever thought about the origins of language?

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 religious /ri�lid�əs/ I don’t agree with her religious beliefs.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 rope /rəυp/ Use the rope to tie the boat to the tree.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 palm /pɑ�m/ He held the stone in the palm of his hand.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 class /klɑ�s/ In all societies, there are different social classes.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 vary /�veəri/ Teaching methods vary greatly from school to school.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 leather /�leðə/ The book was bound in leather and looked very old.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 wool /wυl/ Is this coat made from pure wool?

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 spread /spred/ News of the explosion spread swiftly.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 confusion /kən�fju��ən/ There was some confusion as to whether we had won or lost.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 hand /h�nd/ When the hour hand points to the eight, and the minute hand points to the six, what time is it?

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 abbreviate /ə�bri�vieit/ ‘Information technology’ is usually abbreviated to ‘IT’.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 demand /di�mɑ�nd/ I demand to know what’s going on!

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 claim /kleim/ Gregory claimed he’d been dining with friends at the time of the murder.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 request /ri�kwest/ I wrote and officially requested that they come to New York.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 confess /kən�fes/ After three hours of questioning the suspect broke down and confessed.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 alike /ə�laik/ My mother and I are alike in many ways.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 punch /pntʃ/ I punched the wall in anger.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 pop /pɒp/ A button popped off my shirt when I sneezed.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 bring up /�briŋ �p/ Why did you have to bring up the subject of money?

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 set out /�set �aυt/ Auntie Louise set out the dinner on the table.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 put on /�pυt �ɒn/ We’re putting on a concert to raise money for famine victims.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 previous /�pri�viəs/ She has two children from a previous marriage.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 beforehand /bi�fɔ�h�nd/ When you give a speech, it’s natural to feel nervous beforehand.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 preceding /pri�si�diŋ/ We made more money this month than in the whole of the preceding year.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 get out /et �aυt/ They said they’d try and get the catalogue out by the end of the month.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 take off /�teik �ɒf/ The business is really taking off now.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 turn on /�t��n ɒn/ The discussions turned on getting the minister to agree.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 come out /km �aυt/ It was several weeks before the truth of the matter came out.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 occupied /�ɒkjυpaid/ I’ve invented a game that will keep the kids occupied for hours.

Module 4 page 62 Use of English 2 mark /mɑ�k/ A simple wooden cross marked her grave.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 actual /��ktʃuəl/ I’m not joking. Those were his actual words.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 pleasant /�plezənt/ I know you don’t like her, but at least try to be pleasant.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 sympathetic /�simpə�θetik/ I tried to explain my problems but they weren’t being very sympathetic.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 sensible /�sensəbəl/ I think that’s a very sensible suggestion.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 nervous /�n��vəs/ I was so nervous about my exams that I couldn’t sleep.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 excited /ik�saitid/ Maria’s starting to get quite excited about the wedding.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 usual /�ju��uəl, �ju��əl/ It seemed colder than usual in the house.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 typical /�tipikəl/ It’s a typical British summer.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 tough /tf/ Life as a single mother can be tough and depressing.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 guy /ai/ Dave’s a nice guy when you get to know him.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 final /�fainl/ Do you remember the 1994 World Cup final?

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 professional /prə�feʃənəl/ She gave up her job in insurance to concentrate on becoming a professional tennis player.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 glamorous /�l�mərəs/ On the outside, Marilyn Monroe was a glamorous film star.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 annoy /ə�nɔi/ The way Tina orders us around really annoys me.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 terrify /�terəfai/ Her husband’s violence terrified her.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 amuse /ə�mju�z/ What amused me most was the thought of Martin in a dress.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 take to /�teik tə, tυ/ I took to Paul as soon as I met him.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 take over /teik �əυvə/ Who will take over the department now that Mr Roberts has retired?

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 darts /dɑ�ts/ We decided to go down to the pub and have a game of darts.

Module 4 page 63 Language Develop. 3 enormously /i�nɔ�məsli/ That dog is enormously fat!

Module 5

Module 5 page 67 Overview discovery /di�skvəri/ Astronomers have made significant discoveries about our galaxy.

Module 5 page 67 Overview invention /in�venʃən/ The dishwasher is a wonderful invention.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading forensic /fə�rensik, -zik/ A specialist in forensic science was called as a witness.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading linguistics /liŋ�wistiks/ He’s a linguistics professor at Cambridge.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading remain /ri�mein/ What remains of the original art collection is now in the city museum.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading grave /reiv/ She stood beside his grave for hours.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading characteristic /�k�riktə�ristik/ A characteristic of this species is the blue stripe on its back.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading pass on /�pɑ�s �ɒn/ Haemophilia is a disease that is passed on from mother to son.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading guilty /�ilti/ The jury found her guilty of murder.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading review /ri�vju�/ Sandy Collins reviews the latest releases by best–selling authors.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading up-to-date /�p tə �deit/ She switched on the car radio to hear the latest up-to-date news.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading influential /�influ�enʃəl/ ‘Canvas’ is a highly influential art magazine.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading unite /ju��nait/ We must unite to fight against racism.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading descend /di�send/ These ideas descend from those of the ancient philosophers.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading forefront /�fɔ�frnt/ The Pasteur Institute has been at the forefront of research into the AIDS virus.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading trait /trei, treit/ Anne’s generosity is one of her most pleasing traits.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading thrilling /�θriliŋ/ The final round was a thrilling climax to the championship.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading finding /�faindiŋ/ Surveys conducted in other countries reported similar findings.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading gaze /eiz/ Patrick was gazing into the fire.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading investigate /in�vestieit/ I heard a noise and went downstairs to investigate.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading insight /�insait/ The article gives us a real insight into the causes of the present economic crisis.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading packed /p�kt/ A new magazine packed with exciting recipes.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading eye-catching /�ai �k�tʃiŋ/ Julie was wearing an eye-catching new outfit.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading reluctant /ri�lktənt/ She seemed reluctant to join in the discussion.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading institution /�insti�tju�ʃən/ It was one of the most advanced medical institutions in the world.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading objective /əb�d�ektiv/ The main objective of this policy is to reduce unemployment.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading reserve /ri�z��v/ She said it in the tone of voice she usually reserved for dealing with officials.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading fine art /�fain �ɑ�t/ People have often wondered whether photography should be considered fine art.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading intelligence /in�telid�əns/ Don’t act like such an idiot – use your intelligence!

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading pre-determined /�pri�di�t��mind/ They agreed to leave the suitcase in a pre-determined location.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading providing /prə�vaidiŋ/ You can borrow the car, providing you get it back to me before six o’clock.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading tie-in /�tai in/ The CD is a tie-in with the latest Hollywood blockbuster.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading consequence /�kɒnsikwəns/ He broke the law, and now he must face the consequences of his actions.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading detail /�di�teil/ Todd had planned the journey down to the smallest detail.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading instinct /�instiŋkt/ The lion’s instinct was to hunt.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading effortlessly /�efətləsli/ Her fingers darted effortlessly over the piano keys.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading structure /�strktʃə/ You need to structure your arguments more carefully.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading anecdote /��nikdəυt/ I told him an anecdote of the time I travelled through the rainforest.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading to great effect /tə �reit i�fekt/ Jim rubbed hard at the old plate to great effect, and could soon see gold shining through the rust.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading in order to /in �ɔ�də tə, tυ/ In order to understand how the human body works, you need to have some knowledge of chemistry.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading source /sɔ�s/ Broccoli is a very good source of calcium.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading original /ə�rid�inəl/ What an original idea!

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading light reading /�lait �ri�diŋ/ I thought I would spend the evening doing a bit of light reading.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading nonetheless /�nnðə�les/ The region was extremely beautiful. Nonetheless, Gerard could not imagine spending the rest of his life there.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading appeal /ə�pi�l/ Does the idea of working abroad appeal to you?

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading specialist /�speʃəlist/ She is a specialist in African history.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading follow on /�fɒləυ �ɒn/ The next chapter follows on from the moment when Angus had discovered his wife was still alive.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading gift /ift/ The earrings were a gift from my aunt.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading disprove /dis�pru�v/ They managed to disprove the original theory through a number of experiments.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading reflect /ri�flekt/ Does this letter reflect how you really feel?

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading aim /eim/ The main aim of the course is to improve students’ communication skills.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading topical /�tɒpikəl/ She’s producing a new TV comedy dealing with topical issues.

Module 5 pages 68–69 Reading illustration /�ilə�streiʃən/ Children like books with lots of illustrations.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 travel-sick /�tr�vəl sik/ Many children get travel-sick on long journeys.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 intention /in�tenʃən/ I have no intention of helping him after what he said to me.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 coach /kəυtʃ/ We went to Paris by coach.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 project /�prɒd�ekt/ We are working on a long-term project to help the homeless.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 quotation /kwəυ�teiʃən/ I read it in a dictionary of quotations.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 confident /�kɒnfidənt/ We are confident that next year’s profits will be higher.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 Mars /mɑ�z/ People have always written stories about visitors from Mars.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 element /�eləmənt/ Poetry is just one of the elements of the literature course.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 in progress /in �prəυres/ No talking! Examination in progress.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 aerial /�eəriəl/ We had a fantastic aerial view of the city.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 vehicle /�vi�ikəl/ ‘Is this your vehicle, sir?’ asked the police officer.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 flying saucer /�flai-iŋ �sɔ�sə/ That’s no flying saucer! That was just my Frisbee!

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 overpopulation /�əυvəpɒpjυ�leiʃən/ Global overpopulation is perhaps the most serious problem of all.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 routinely /ru��ti�nli/ She routinely checked the cooker was off every time she left the house.

Module 5 pages 70–71 Language Develop. 1 recover /ri�kvə/ After this war, the country will take a long time to recover.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing exhibition /�eksi�biʃən/ An exhibition of black and white photographs.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing exhibit /i�zibit/ Many exhibits were donated by local people.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing affect /ə�fekt/ How will the new law affect families with children?

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing booking /�bυkiŋ/ We should make the theatre booking in plenty of time or we might not get seats.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing in advance /in əd�vɑ�ns/ I should warn you in advance, we may be delayed.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing refreshments /ri�freʃmənts/ Refreshments will be served after the meeting.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing grateful /�reitfəl/ Dr Cameron has received hundreds of letters from grateful patients.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing cloakroom /�kləυkru�m, -rυm/ We left our coats in the cloakroom before entering the main hall.

Module 5 pages 72–73 Writing credit card /�kredit kɑ�d/ We accept all major credit cards.

Module 5 page 74 Listening distract /di�str�kt/ Meg was distracted from her work by the noise outside.

Module 5 page 74 Listening wind-up /�waind p/ We only used to have wind-up toys when we were kids.

Module 5 page 74 Listening examine /i�z�min/ The police will have to examine the weapon for fingerprints.

Module 5 page 74 Listening outdated /aυt�deitid/ With such outdated teaching methods, is it surprising that our children don’t learn anything?

Module 5 page 74 Listening financially /fi�n�nʃəli, fai-/ The film was an artistic success, but it didn’t do well financially.

Module 5 page 74 Listening motivated /�məυtiveitid/ They’re a really good bunch of students – highly motivated and very intelligent.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 5 page 74 Listening lack /l�k/ Alex’s real problem is that he lacks confidence.

Module 5 page 75 Speaking response /ri�spɒns/ His question failed to get a response from any of the students.

Module 5 page 75 Speaking participate /pɑ��tisipeit/ Everyone in the class is expected to participate in these discussions.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 complicated /�kɒmplikeitid/ He gave me a very complicated set of instructions.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 destroy /di�strɔi/ The school was completely destroyed by fire.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 blunder /�blndə/ A last-minute blunder by the goalkeeper cost them the match.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 operate /�ɒpəreit/ You need a licence to drive or operate heavy machinery.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 have sth at your fingertips /�h�v smθiŋ �t jɔ� �fiŋətips/ We have all the facts and figures at our fingertips.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 furious /�fjυəriəs/ Dad was furious when he found out Mike had taken the car without asking him.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 recover /ri�kvə/ Police have so far failed to recover the stolen jewellery.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 keyboard /�ki�bɔ�d/ A computer keyboard.

Module 5 page 76 Use of English 1 terror /�terə/ There was a look of sheer terror on his face.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 bump /bmp/ It was so dark I bumped into a tree.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 repair /ri�peə/ I’ll have to get the car repaired.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 iron /�aiən/ There were huge iron gates in front of the mansion.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 artificial /�ɑ�ti�fiʃəl/ It was impossible to tell that he had an artificial leg.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 eagle /�i�əl/ The American bald eagle is no longer facing extinction.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 take to the air /�teik tə ði �eə/ As soon as the cage door opened, the parrot took to the air.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 delicate /�delikət/ The negotiations are at a delicate stage.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 operation /�ɒpə�reiʃən/ She’s going to have an operation on her knee.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 would rather /wυd �rɑ�ðə/ To be honest, I’d rather have a quiet night in front of the TV.

Module 5 page 77 Language Develop. 2 surgeon /�s��d�ən/ They told me I would have to see a surgeon about the lump on my leg.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 penicillin /�peni�silin/ Penicillin is an antibiotic that has saved many people’s lives.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 comet /�kɒmət/ Halley’s comet comes round the Earth every 73 years.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 principle /�prinsipəl/ Can you explain the principle of gravity again?

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 gravity /�r�vəti/ The moon orbits the Earth because it is pulled by its gravity.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 by accident /bai ��ksidənt/ I met her quite by accident.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 advance /əd�vɑ�ns/ His book argues that there have been major advances for women since 1945.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 look into /�lυk �intə, �intυ/ Police are looking into the murder.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 germ /d���m/ This disinfectant kills all known germs.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 come upon /�km ə�pɒn/ Suddenly I came upon a clearing in the wood.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 mould /məυld/ Throw that bread away, there’s mould on it.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 isolate /�aisəleit/ The hepatitis B virus has been isolated from breast milk.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 substance /�sbstəns/ There was a strange sticky substance on the bottom of my shoe.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 puzzle /�pzəl/ What puzzles me is how the burglar got into the house without setting off the alarm.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 infect /in�fekt/ People with the virus may feel perfectly well, but they can still infect others.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 amateur /��mətə/ Jim is an amateur golfer at the weekends.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 come about /�km ə�baυt/ How did it come about that humans speak so many different languages?

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 dot /dɒt/ There was a tiny dot far away on the horizon that looked like a ship.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 coincidentally /kəυ�insi�dentl-i/ Coincidentally, two of the men came up with the same idea.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 combine /kəm�bain/ I’m looking for a job in which I can combine the different aspects of my experience so far.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 profession /prə�feʃən/ What made you choose law as a profession?

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 supervise /�su�pəvaiz, �sju�-/ She was supposed to supervise the children while I went to work.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 construct /kən�strkt/ The Golden Gate Bridge was constructed in 1933–1937.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 observe /əb�z��v/ The police have been observing his movements.

Module 5 page 78 Use of English 2 equip /i�kwip/ The boys equipped themselves with torches and rope, and set off.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 failure /�feiljə/ Harry’s ambitious plans ended in failure.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 departure /di�pɑ�tʃə/ I saw Simon shortly before his departure for Russia.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 assistance /ə�sistəns/ One of her fellow passengers came to her assistance.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 performance /pə�fɔ�məns/ The orchestra will give two more performances this week.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 presence /�prezəns/ The police scientists detected the presence of poison in the dead woman’s blood.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 correspondence /�kɒrə�spɒndəns/ A secretary came in twice a week to deal with his correspondence.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 determined /di�t��mind/ I am determined to find out who is responsible for this.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 generous /�d�enərəs/ I’d like to thank Simon, who’s been very generous with his time.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 loneliness /�ləυnlinəs/ She felt incredible loneliness when she lived on the island.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 travelogue /�tr�vəlɒ/ Did you see that travelogue about the Costa del Sol yesterday?

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 account /ə�kaυnt/ He gave us an account of his travels in Africa.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 calculate /�k�lkjυleit/ Sally calculated that she’d have about £100 left.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 come across /�km ə�krɒs/ I came across some old photos in the attic.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 come off /km �ɒf/ Irene tried, but her joke didn’t quite come off.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 come up /km �p/ Your name came up in our conversation once or twice.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 come round /km �raυnd/ Why don’t you come round for lunch?

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 come up against /km �p ə�enst, ə�einst/ He had no idea of the problems he was going to come up against.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 come up with /km �p wið, wiθ/ Is that the best excuse you can come up with?

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 come in for /km �in fə, fɔ�/ The police came in for a lot of criticism for the way they treated the suspects.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 praise /preiz/ The film has won praise from audiences and critics alike.

Module 5 page 79 Language Develop. 3 attempt /ə�tempt/ He made one last attempt at the world record.

Module 5 page 80 Module 5 Review court /kɔ�t/ There are three squash courts available this evening.

Module 5 page 80 Module 5 Review annoyed /ə�nɔid/ She was annoyed with Duncan for forgetting to phone.

Module 5 page 80 Module 5 Review expedition /�ekspə�diʃən/ They went on an expedition to the Arctic.

Module 5 page 80 Module 5 Review destination /�destə�neiʃən/ When we set off on our travels, we didn’t know our final destination.

Module 6

Module 6 page 81 Overview government /�vəmənt, �vənmənt/ A new government was elected last week.

Module 6 page 81 Overview enterprise /�entəpraiz/ a state-owned enterprise.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading fit /fit/ John’s very fit – he runs almost thirty miles a week.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading principal /�prinsipəl/ My principal source of income is teaching.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading breathtaking /�breθ�teikiŋ/ We couldn’t believe the breathtaking natural beauty of the rainforests.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading audience /�ɔ�diəns/ The audience began clapping and cheering.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading final curtain /�fainl �k��tn/ After the final curtain, the stars all came back on stage to take a bow.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading rush /rʃ/ We rushed home to find out what had happened to Julie.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading backstage /�b�k�steid�/ We were invited backstage to meet the actors.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading emotional /i�məυʃənəl/ He became very emotional when we had to leave.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading sink in /�siŋk �in/ For a moment her words didn’t sink in but then I realised she wanted a divorce.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading get under one’s feet /et �ndə wnz �fi�t/ She tried to get the dinner ready but the children kept getting under her feet.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading audition /ɔ��diʃən/ He failed the audition for the part of the prince.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading academy /ə�k�dəmi/ He joined a military academy when he was only seventeen.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading stand out /�st�nd �aυt/ Natalie stands out from the rest of the singers.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading hostel /�hɒstl/ The travellers managed to find a hostel just before dark.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading homesick /�həυmsik/ Samantha felt so homesick when she was at college, that she

thought about giving up the course. Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading pay off /�pei �ɒf/ They took a huge risk but it paid off.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading scholarship /�skɒləʃip/ My father won a scholarship to go to Cambridge.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading big fish in a little pond /�bi �fiʃ in ə �litl �pɒnd/ Mrs Williams really annoys me – she acts like she’s a big fish in a little pond.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading stretch /stretʃ/ The work’s too easy. The students aren’t being stretched enough.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading ultimately /�ltimətli/ Ultimately, the decision rests with the child’s parents.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading triumphant /trai�mfənt/ The triumphant army returned home to national celebrations.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading adore /ə�dɔ�/ Dimitra adores her grandchildren.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading meteoric /�mi�ti�ɒrik/ Nobody could believe her meteoric rise to fame.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading stardom /�stɑ�dəm/ Her triumphs were clouded by the loneliness of stardom.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading deserve /di�z��v/ You’ve been working all morning – I think you deserve a rest.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading unprepared /�npri�peəd/ Doug was unprepared for the boredom that followed his retirement.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading impatient /im�peiʃənt/ After an hour’s delay, passengers were becoming impatient.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading dissatisfied /di�s�tisfaid, dis�s�-/ If for any reason you are dissatisfied with this product, please return it to the address below.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading lucky break /�lki �breik/ My lucky break came when I was spotted singing in a club by a talent scout.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading gain /ein/ She gained high grades in physics and maths.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading content /kən�tent/ John is quite content to watch television this evening.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading sacrifice /�s�krifais/ It’s not worth sacrificing your health for your career.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading give up /�iv �p/ Peter had given up a promising career in law to become a teacher.

Module 6 pages 82–83 Reading commit /kə�mit/ Women commit fewer crimes than men.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 extra-terrestrial /�ekstrə tə�restriəl/ One day, perhaps extra-terrestrials will come to Earth!

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 destined /�destind/ She seemed destined for a long and successful career.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 write off /�rait �ɒf/ I’m going to write off for that free gift.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 omit /əυ�mit, ə-/ Please don’t omit any details, however unimportant they may seem.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 mining /�mainiŋ/ They lived in a small mining town.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 poverty /�pɒvəti/ Thousands of children live in extreme poverty.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 novel /�nɒvəl/ She read three Agatha Christie novels while on holiday.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 alien /�eiliən/ We watched a film about aliens from Mars.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 established /i�st�bliʃt/ Her father was an established political figure in this country during the eighties.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 star /stɑ�/ She will star in the Los Angeles production of ‘Phantom’ this year.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 touch on /�ttʃ ɒn/ The article touched briefly on the ecological consequences of the development.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 motivate /�məυtiveit/ A good teacher has to be able to motivate his or her students.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 obvious /�ɒbviəs/ It was obvious to everyone that Gina was lying.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 convenient /kən�vi�niənt/ I’m afraid this isn’t a very convenient time – could you call back later?

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 overlook /�əυvə�lυk/ Our room overlooks the ocean.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 replacement /ri�pleismənt/ It will be difficult to find a replacement for Ted.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 satire /�s�taiə/ She’s writing another political satire.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 gangster /��ŋstə/ The Godfather is a fantastic gangster movie.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 appear /ə�piə/ Vanessa Redgrave is currently appearing at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 cast /kɑ�st/ Films like ‘Ben Hur’ have a cast of thousands.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 reduce /ri�dju�s/ The report can be reduced to three main points.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 guarantee /��rən�ti�/ This video recorder has a one-year guarantee.

Module 6 pages 84–85 Language Develop. 1 release /ri�li�s/ Madonna’s new album will be released next month.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing neutral /�nju�trəl/ Official news reports are supposed to use neutral language.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing attention-grabbing /ə�tenʃən �r�biŋ/ A good article should have an attention-grabbing headline.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing decade /�dekeid/ During the 1980s and most of the following decade, we lived in New York.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing be on the edge of one’s seat /bi ɒn ði �ed� əv wnz �si�t/ We were all on the edge of our seats when the first half ended.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing superb /su��p��b, sju�-/ The food was superb.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing varied /�veərid/ The work’s very varied.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing gusto /�stəυ/ Brian always sang all the songs with great gusto.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing plus point /�pls pɔint/ Knowledge of Spanish could be a plus point in this job.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing plot /plɒt/ The plot was so complicated that I couldn’t follow it.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing satisfactory /�s�tis�f�ktəri/ None of the solutions was entirely satisfactory.

Module 6 pages 86–87 Writing thin /θin/ The evidence for Viking settlements in America is pretty thin.

Module 6 page 88 Speaking vision /�vi�ən/ With my new glasses my vision is perfect!

Module 6 page 88 Speaking speculate /�spekjυleit/ We can only speculate about why he did it.

Module 6 page 88 Speaking impression /im�preʃən/ What’s your impression of Frank as a boss?

Module 6 page 88 Speaking brief /bri�f/ I don’t have much time so please be brief.

Module 6 page 89 Listening overhear /�əυvə�hiə/ Christie overheard the men saying they were going to rob the bank!

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 6 page 89 Listening discuss /di�sks/ I’d like to discuss my contract with you.

Module 6 page 89 Listening lay out /�lei �aυt/ The garden is laid out in a formal pattern.

Module 6 page 89 Listening be on show /bi ɒn �ʃəυ/ The painting will be on show until the end of the month.

Module 6 page 90 Use of English 1 on display /ɒn di�splei/ The children’s exhibition which is on display at the village hall, is really quite impressive.

Module 6 page 90 Use of English 1 convert /kən�v��t/ The whole office converted to a new computer system last year.

Module 6 page 90 Use of English 1 power station /�paυə �steiʃən/ It’s a lovely area but unfortunately the power station spoils the view.

Module 6 page 90 Use of English 1 industrial /in�dstriəl/ There is too much industrial pollution in this country.

Module 6 page 90 Use of English 1 feature /�fi�tʃə/ The house has many interesting features, including a large Victorian fireplace.

Module 6 page 90 Use of English 1 approach /ə�prəυtʃ/ The school has developed a new approach to teaching languages.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 congratulations /kən�r�tʃυ�leiʃənz/ Give Marie my congratulations and tell her I’ll come soon.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 skilful /�skilfəl/ He’s a skilful team player.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 deal with /�di�l wið, wiθ/ Simone seems to be dealing with the problem very well.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 comparison /kəm�p�risən/ In comparison with the USA, the UK is tiny.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 expert /�eksp��t/ He’s an expert in electronic music.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 accurate /��kjυrət/ Your analysis of the situation was extremely accurate.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 reputation /�repjυ�teiʃən/ This restaurant has a very good reputation.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 puzzled /�pzəld/ I’m still slightly puzzled as to why she never called us.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 means /mi�nz/ What is the most successful means of passing the exam?

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 suspicious /sə�spiʃəs/ His behaviour made the police suspicious.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 shocked /ʃɒkt/ We were shocked at their terrible working conditions.

Module 6 page 91 Language Develop. 2 accustomed /ə�kstəmd/ I’m not accustomed to getting up so early.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 inventive /in�ventiv/ Samson Shaw is one of the most talented and inventive drummers in modern music.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 blind /blaind/ He was nearly blind in one eye.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 beyond /bi�jɒnd/ Most people do not choose to work beyond the normal retirement age.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 master /�mɑ�stə/ Jeremiah had a lot of difficulty mastering the Chinese language.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 range /reind�/ We have students from a wide range of backgrounds.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 contract /�kɒntr�kt/ Tyler has just agreed a seven-year contract with a Hollywood studio.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 run /rn/ The cast did a run of performances over the Christmas holidays.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 limited /�limitid/ My time is more limited now that I have a baby.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 potential /pə�tenʃəl/ He’s a young player but he has great potential.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 account for /ə�kaυnt fə, fɔ�/ Recent pressure at work may account for his behaviour.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 curious /�kjυəriəs/ A curious noise was coming from the garden.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 credible /�kredibəl/ A thief is not a credible witness.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 estimate /�estimeit/ It is difficult to estimate how many deaths are caused by passive smoking each year.

Module 6 page 92 Use of English 2 astonish /ə�stɒniʃ/ Diana astonished her family by winning three competitions in a row.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 compose /kəm�pəυz/ Could you compose a piece for the concert?

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 conduct /kən�dkt/ The orchestra is conducted by John Williams.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 string /striŋ/ She plays in a string orchestra.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 quartet /kwɔ��tet/ He’s the trombonist in a jazz quartet.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 contemporary /kən�tempərəri, -pəri/ Have you seen the Hayward’s exhibition of contemporary Japanese prints?

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 vocal /�vəυkəl/ Vocals by John Lennon and Paul McCartney.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 memorable /�memərəbəl/ Jackson gave a truly memorable performance.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 inconvenient /�inkən�vi�niənt/ It’s a bit inconvenient for me to get to the centre of town. Can we meet somewhere else?

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 illegal /i�li�əl/ They were caught selling illegal drugs.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 loyal /�lɔiəl/ Dennis will always be loyal to his football team, whatever it does.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 literate /�litərət/ She’s been literate since the age of four.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 graduate /�r�d�uət/ Pauline’s a history graduate from Birmingham University.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 prayer /preə/ We all had to say our prayers before going to bed.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 speak one’s mind /�spi�k wnz �maind/ She spoke her mind and told them exactly what she thought of the idea.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 tell sb’s fortune /�tel smbədiz �fɔ�tʃən/ I gave the gypsy silver and she told me my fortune.

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 talk nonsense /�tɔ�k �nɒnsəns/ Do be quiet John – you’re talking nonsense as usual!

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 jealous /�d�eləs/ Why are you so jealous of his success?

Module 6 page 93 Language Develop. 3 be in a hurry /�bi in ə �hri/ Sorry, I can’t stop. I’m in a hurry.

Module 7

Module 7 page 97 Overview permission /pə�miʃən/ Who gave you permission to leave class early?

Module 7 page 97 Overview speculation /�spekjυ�leiʃən/ There is some speculation that the president was aware of the situation.

Module 7 page 97 Overview deduction /di�dkʃən/ Sherlock Holmes was famous for his powers of deduction.

Module 7 page 97 Overview dress code /�dres kəυd/ You must follow the dress code if you want to enter this club.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading giant /�d�aiənt/ He works in public relations for the German chemicals giant, ‘BASF’.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading dig (up) /�di �p/ I’ll dig up that plant and move it.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading civilisation /�sivəl-ai�zeiʃən/ I have always been fascinated by the ancient civilisations of Greece and Rome.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading come across /�km ə�krɒs/ I came across this old Roman coin while I was digging in the garden.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading revolution /�revə�lu�ʃən/ Computer technology has caused a revolution in business practices.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading enormous /i�nɔ�məs/ He gave her an enormous bouquet of flowers on St Valentine’s Day.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading innovation /�inə�veiʃən/ Recent technological innovations have made life much easier for the working woman.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading automobile /�ɔ�təməbi�l/ Her grandfather was a pioneer in the automobile industry in the early twentieth century.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading be/become attached to /bi, bi�km ə�t�tʃt tə, tυ/ It’s easy to become attached to the children you work with.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading employ /im�plɔi/ The company employs 2000 people worldwide.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading prefer /pri�f��/ Many people living in cities would actually prefer to live in the country.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading constantly /�kɒnstəntli/ As I walked through the town, I was constantly reminded of my childhood.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading crockery /�krɒkəri/ She had the finest china crockery.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading cutlery /�ktləri/ Can you put the cutlery on the table?

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading a way round sth /ə �wei �raυnd �smθiŋ/ I just can’t see any way round this mess.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading drawback /�drɔ�b�k/ One drawback of New York in the summer is the heat.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading come up with /km �p wið, wiθ/ Jim came up with a brilliant idea for saving water in the hot summer months.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading streamline /�stri�mlain/ The company have made huge efforts to streamline the production process.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading straightforward /streit�fɔ�wəd/ The system itself is perfectly straightforward.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading get rid of /et �rid əv, ɒv/ It’s time we got rid of all these old toys.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading unskilled /�n�skild/ Unskilled labour is much cheaper than hiring a professional.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading regulation /�rejυ�leiʃən/ The company is very strict on enforcing health and safety regulations.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading uniformity /�ju�ni�fɔ�məti/ I remember the dull uniformity of the houses in the area.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading chain /tʃein/ He owns a major American hotel chain.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading reliability /ri�laiə�biləti/ We couldn’t convince him of the reliability of the witness.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading consumer /kən�sju�mə/ We now stock a wider choice of goods for the consumer.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading guarantee /��rən�ti�/ It’s guaranteed against failure of parts for three years.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading process /�prəυses/ She always puts processed cheese in her sandwiches.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading handbook /�h�ndbυk/ Look in the handbook and see if it tells you how to switch the thing off!

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading grill /ril/ Chicken, cooked on the grill.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading retail /�ri�teil/ I work in the retail trade.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading property /�prɒpəti/ Property prices have shot up recently.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading corporate /�kɔ�pərət/ This policy is a key feature of our long-term corporate planning.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading arch /ɑ�tʃ/ There are thirty arches supporting the bridge.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading lookalike /�lυkəlaik/ a lookalike product.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading spread out /�spred �aυt/ The valley spread out before us.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading associated /ə�səυʃieitid, ə�səυsi-/ Most forms of cancer are associated with an unsuitable lifestyle.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading produce /�prɒdju�s/ The majority of fresh produce is grown locally.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading have had one’s day /həv �h�d wnz �dei/ It seems as if Communism has had its day.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading simplicity /sim�plisəti/ For the sake of simplicity, the tax form is divided into three sections.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading demand /di�mɑ�nd/ There’s not much demand for oil heaters any more.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading acceptance /ək�septəns/ Feminist ideas have now found widespread acceptance.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading evidence /�evidəns/ Astronomers claim to have found evidence of life on other planets.

Module 7 pages 98–99 Reading junk food /�d�ŋk fu�d/ My doctor advised me to cut down on junk food and start eating healthily.

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 tip /tip/ It’s customary to leave a 10 per cent tip.

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 dessert /di�z��t/ There’s ice cream for dessert.

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 delicious /di�liʃəs/ This cake is absolutely delicious!

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 prohibit /prə�hibit/ Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the factory.

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 obligation /�ɒbli�eiʃən/ He has obligations to his family.

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 starter /�stɑ�tə/ Would you like soup or melon as a starter?

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 recommendation /�rekəmen�deiʃən/ The committee made a number of recommendations for improving safety standards.

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 full up /�fυl �p/ No more, thanks. I’m full up.

Module 7 pages 100–101 Language Develop. 1 force /fɔ�s/ Firemen attempted to enter the building but were forced back by the flames.

Module 7 pages 102–103 Writing board /bɔ�d/ Flight AA 554 for Buenos Aires is now boarding at Gate 11.

Module 7 pages 102–103 Writing pier /piə/ The transport ship docked at the pier.

Module 7 pages 102–103 Writing sharp /ʃɑ�p/ We came to a sharp bend in the road.

Module 7 page 104 Listening elegant /�eləənt/ Marion was a tall, elegant woman.

Module 7 page 104 Listening fashion victim /�f�ʃən �viktim/ Susanna is such a fashion victim! Yesterday she was wearing those dreadful plastic trousers that teenagers wear!

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 7 page 104 Listening linen /�linən/ He wore a white linen jacket.

Module 7 page 104 Listening baggy /�b�i/ She was wearing jeans and a baggy T-shirt.

Module 7 page 104 Listening checked /tʃekt/ A checked blouse doesn’t go with striped trousers!

Module 7 page 104 Listening high-heeled /�hai �hi�ld/ High-heeled shoes are forbidden on deck.

Module 7 page 104 Listening scruffy /�skrfi/ I wish he would stop wearing those scruffy old jeans.

Module 7 page 104 Listening fitted /�fitid/ a fitted jacket.

Module 7 page 104 Listening cotton /�kɒtn/ A crisp cotton shirt.

Module 7 page 104 Listening patterned /�p�tənd/ The cottage was decorated with wallpaper patterned with roses.

Module 7 page 104 Listening navy /�neivi/ She wore a navy skirt and matching hat.

Module 7 page 104 Listening viscose /�viskəυs/ 43 per cent viscose, 57 per cent cotton.

Module 7 page 104 Listening khaki /�kɑ�ki/ Most soldiers wear khaki uniforms because it hides them in the forest and the desert.

Module 7 page 104 Listening striped /straipd/ The girl in the blue and white striped T-shirt.

Module 7 page 104 Listening silk /silk/ She was wearing a dress made of the finest silk.

Module 7 page 105 Speaking the media /ðə �mi�diə/ The media have launched a bitter attack on the Health Minister.

Module 7 page 106 Language Develop. 2 delay /di�lei/ We were delayed by the heavy traffic.

Module 7 page 106 Language Develop. 2 plastic surgery /�pl�stik �s��d�əri/ She had to have plastic surgery after the accident to repair her nose.

Module 7 page 107 Use of English 1 yawn /jɔ�n/ The boy stretched and yawned.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 designer label /di�zainə �leibəl/ She always buys designer labels.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 counterfeit /�kaυntəfit/ The police were looking for counterfeit money.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 brand name /�br�nd neim/ The shop stocks many famous brand names.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 no matter what /nəυ �m�tə �wɒt/ I’ll call you tonight no matter what.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 extensively /ik�stensivli/ Despite reading extensively, I still failed the exam.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 staggering /�st�əriŋ/ The cost was a staggering $10 million.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 identically /ai�dentikli/ They lived in identically designed houses and drove identical cars.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 assume /ə�sju�m/ I didn’t see your car, so I assumed you’d gone out.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 labour /�leibə/ The garage charges £30 an hour for labour.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 affair /ə�feə/ They were accused of interfering in China’s internal affairs.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 permit /pə�mit/ Smoking is only permitted in the public lounge.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 consent /kən�sent/ Her father reluctantly consented to the marriage.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 announce /ə�naυns/ A government spokesman announced that the hostages had been released.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 reveal /ri�vi�l/ He revealed that he had been in prison twice before.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 display /di�splei/ We strolled past shop windows displaying the latest fashions.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 debate /di�beit/ We debated for several hours before taking a vote.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 item /�aitəm/ There was a purse, a note-book and other personal items in the bag.

Module 7 page 108 Use of English 2 pure /pjυə/ Is this sweater made of pure wool?

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 on the whole /ɒn ðə �həυl/ On the whole, life was much quieter after John left.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 guarantee /��rən�ti�/ Can you give me a guarantee that the work will be finished on time?

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 at all times /ət �ɔ�l �taimz/ Identification badges must be worn at all times.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 at the moment /ət ðə �məυmənt/ Julia’s on holiday in Spain at the moment.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 in favour of /in �feivər əv, ɒv/ Are you in favour of the death penalty?

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 contract /kən�tr�kt/ He contracted pneumonia.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 dreadful /�dredfəl/ We’ve had some dreadful weather lately.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 go from bad to worse /�əυ frəm �b�d tə �w��s/ The evening went from bad to worse as more and more people left the party.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 from time to time /frəm �taim tə �taim/ I still see her from time to time.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 at least /ət �li�st/ I’ll take at least twenty minutes to get there.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 by the way /�bai ðə �wei/ By the way, have you seen my umbrella anywhere?

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 porter /�pɔ�tə/ I hailed a porter and then got a taxi to the airport.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 embarrassment /im�b�rəsmənt/ His embarrassment at his children’s rudeness was clear.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 from then on /frəm �ðen �ɒn/ They met in 1942 and from then on they were firm friends.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 to a certain extent /tυ ə �s��tn ik�stent/ To a certain extent, it was my fault that we lost the contract.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 on purpose /ɒn �p��pəs/ Jack’s been really annoying me and I think he’s doing it on purpose.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 for a change /fər ə �tʃeind�/ Let’s go out to a restaurant for a change.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 for nothing /fə �nθiŋ/ Why pay a plumber when my brother will do it for nothing? We went all that way for nothing.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 out of sight /�aυt əv �sait/ Karen waved until the car was out of sight.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 out of breath /�aυt əv �breθ/ We were completely out of breath by the time we reached the top of the hill.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 valid /�v�lid/ Your return ticket is valid for three months.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 deliberately /di�libərətli/ I don’t think he deliberately tried to push you.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 emerge /i�m��d�/ Eventually the truth emerged.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 earn /��n/ He earns nearly £20,000 a year.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 scandal /�sk�ndəl/ The papers reported a financial scandal involving

several government officials. Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 post /pəυst/ She has been offered the post of ambassador to India.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 wound /wu�nd/ Too many children nowadays suffer the mental wounds caused by parental neglect.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 cure /kjυə/ When I left hospital, I was completely cured.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 heal /hi�l/ It took three months for my arm to heal properly.

Module 7 page 109 Language Develop. 3 enclosure /in�kləυ�ə/ There were many people at the bear enclosure at the zoo.

Module 7 page 110 Module 7 Review throw out /�θrəυ �aυt/ We usually throw out all our old magazines.

Module 7 page 110 Module 7 Review blouse /blaυz/ A silk blouse.

Module 7 page 110 Module 7 Review helmet /�helmət/ It is the law to wear a motorcycle helmet.

Module 7 page 110 Module 7 Review break in /�breik �in/ Someone broke in and stole several computers.

Module 7 page 110 Module 7 Review stall /stɔ�l/ She has a clothes stall in the market.

Module 7 page 110 Module 7 Review supportive /sə�pɔ�tiv/ I can always count on Gail to be supportive when things go wrong.

Module 8

Module 8 page 111 Overview devote /di�vəυt/ He devoted a lot of time and energy to running the theatre club.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading dating agency /�deitiŋ �eid�ənsi/ She would never have married Bob if she hadn’t called that dating agency!

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading tube /tju�b/ Smoking is forbidden on the tube.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading anniversary /��ni�v��səri/ On Wednesday, it will be our twentieth wedding anniversary.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading underground /�ndəraυnd/ You will definitely have to use the underground to get around London.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading a chance in a million /ə �tʃɑ�ns in ə �miljən/ I couldn’t pass up going to Japan; it was a chance in a million.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading drop off /�drɒp �ɒf/ Just as I was dropping off, I heard a noise.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading catch sb’s eye /�k�tʃ smbədiz �ai/ An interesting headline in the newspaper caught my eye.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading nod /nɒd/ She nodded to us as she walked by.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading briefly /�bri�fli/ We stopped off briefly in London on our way to Geneva.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading get on /et �ɒn/ Get on with your work!

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading blush /blʃ/ He blushes every time he speaks to her.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading to sb’s horror /tə �smbədiz �hɒrə/ To her horror, Rachel realised her wallet was missing.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading to this day /tə �ðis �dei/ To this day, I don’t know who told Katy about Duncan.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading be out of character /bi �aυt əv �k�riktə/ I can’t believe she lied to me – it seems so out of character.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading (not) make a habit of sth /(nɒt) �meik ə �h�bit əv �smθiŋ/ I don’t make a habit of breaking glasses. It happened by accident!

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading ridiculous /ri�dikjυləs/ She looked absolutely ridiculous in those trousers.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading occur to sb /ə�k�� tə �smbədi/ Didn’t it even occur to you that you might be wrong?

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading refuse /ri�fju�z/ Mrs Sutton refused a second piece of cake.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading threatening /�θretn-iŋ/ His voice sounded threatening.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading instantly /�instəntli/ All four victims died instantly.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading flustered /�flstəd/ Eliza got really flustered during the interview.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading scribble /�skribəl/ I scribbled his phone number in my address book.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading scrap of paper /�skr�p əv �peipə/ He wrote his address on a scrap of paper and gave it to me.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading the (truth) hit sb /ðə �tru�θ �hit �smbədi/ The full truth of what had occurred hit me and I fainted.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading slip /slip/ Suddenly, Frank slipped and fell over the edge.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading knock out /�nɒk �aυt/ Tyson knocked out his opponent in round five.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading slip of paper /�slip əv �peipə/ I wrote my phone number on a slip of paper and gave it to her.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading dash /d�ʃ/ Olive dashed into the room, grabbed her bag and ran out again.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading trolley /�trɒli/ He wheeled a small trolley into the room to serve us tea.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading stunned /stnd/ Simone was too stunned by what had happened to say anything

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading fate /feit/ Fate plays cruel tricks sometimes.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading pound /paυnd/ Patrick rushed to the door, his heart pounding with excitement.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading platform /�pl�tfɔ�m/ The Edinburgh train departs from platform six.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading clutch /kltʃ/ Tom fell to the ground clutching his stomach.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading tap /t�p/ He gave me a tap on the shoulder and I turned round.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading irritated /�iriteitid/ John was irritated by the necessity for polite conversation.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading briefcase /�bri�fkeis/ I wonder what he’s got in his briefcase? He won’t go anywhere without it.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading appreciation /ə�pri�ʃi�eiʃən/ We would like to express our appreciation to the doctors and nurses at the hospital.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading see the funny side /�si� ðə �fni said/ I dropped the cream cake on his suit, but luckily, he saw the funny side.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading incredibly /in�kredibli/ I’m sorry I haven’t phoned. I’ve been incredibly busy this week.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading be made for each other /bi �meid fər i�tʃ �ðə/ Jacqueline and Dean were clearly made for each other.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading propose /prə�pəυz/ Sean proposed to me only six months after we met.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading out of the question /�aυt əv ðə �kwestʃən/ You can’t go to the wedding in that old shirt – it’s quite out of the question.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading queue /kju�/ The queue for the cinema went right round the building.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading soul mate /�səυl meit/ When I met Jason, I knew I had found my soul mate.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading appearance /ə�piərəns/ You mustn’t worry about your appearance – you look fine.

Module 8 pages 112–113 Reading go out with /əυ �aυt wið, wiθ/ How long have you been going out with each other?

Module 8 pages 114–115 Language Develop. 1 accept /ək�sept/ Are you going to accept their invitation?

Module 8 pages 114–115 Language Develop. 1 nosy /�nəυzi/ Don’t be so nosy! It’s none of your business.

Module 8 pages 114–115 Language Develop. 1 have sth in mind /�h�v smθiŋ in �maind/ It’s a nice house, but it wasn’t quite what we had in mind.

Module 8 pages 114–115 Language Develop. 1 accuse /ə�kju�z/ Are you accusing me of lying?

Module 8 pages 114–115 Language Develop. 1 deny /di�nai/ He denied ever having been there.

Module 8 pages 114–115 Language Develop. 1 remind /ri�maind/ Will you remind me about that appointment?

Module 8 pages 114–115 Language Develop. 1 warn /wɔ�n/ We warned them that there was a bull in the field.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing rhetorical question /ri�tɒrikəl �kwestʃən/ ‘Who knows what might happen?’

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing qualify /�kwɒlifai/ He qualified his enthusiasm for the project by saying that not all the problems had been solved yet.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing sum up /�sm �p/ The last chapter sums up the arguments.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing overall /�əυvər�ɔ�l/ My overall impression of his work is good.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing point of view /�pɔint əv �vju�/ No one seemed to want to listen to my point of view.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing on balance /ɒn �b�ləns/ I think on balance I prefer the old system.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing mate /meit/ I’m going out with my mates tonight.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing what’s more /wɒts �mɔ�/ He’s good-looking and charming, and what’s more, he’s very rich!

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing consistent /kən�sistənt/ I’m afraid your arguments are not very consistent in this essay.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing for instance /fər �instəns/ We could go to one of the Greek islands, Mykonos, for instance.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing take (sth in) turns /�teik (smθiŋ in) �t��nz/ You’ll have to take turns being captain of the team.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing moreover /mɔ�r�əυvə/ The rent is reasonable and, moreover, the location is perfect.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing besides /bi�saidz/ Of course I trust him, and besides, I’ve known him since we were children.

Module 8 pages 116–117 Writing even so /�i�vən �səυ/ It doesn’t look like rain but even so, perhaps we should take an umbrella.

Module 8 page 118 Listening regard /ri�ɑ�d/ Edith wore strange clothes and was widely regarded as eccentric.

Module 8 page 118 Listening be (all) the rage /bi (�ɔ�l) ðə �reid�/ Platform shoes were all the rage then.

Module 8 page 118 Listening pass the time /�pɑ�s ðə �taim/ We played cards to pass the time until morning.

Module 8 page 118 Listening hang about /�h�ŋ ə�baυt/ I hung about the station for an hour but he never came.

Module 8 page 118 Listening wind down /�waind �daυn/ I find it difficult to wind down after a day at work.

Module 8 page 119 Speaking make a good impression /meik ə �υd im�preʃən/ It was their first meeting, and Richard was determined to make a good impression.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 8 page 119 Speaking assessor /ə�sesə/ The assessor said I had done well.

Module 8 page 120 Use of English 1 appreciate /ə�pri�ʃieit/ Her abilities are not fully appreciated by her employer.

Module 8 page 120 Use of English 1 court official /�kɔ�t ə�fiʃəl/ The court official said he would take us through to meet the Queen.

Module 8 page 120 Use of English 1 gifted /�iftid/ She’s a gifted pianist.

Module 8 page 120 Use of English 1 decorative /�dekərətiv/ There was a decorative panel above the door.

Module 8 page 121 Language Develop. 2 squash /skwɒʃ/ Fancy a game of squash after work?

Module 8 page 121 Language Develop. 2 hike /haik/ He wants to hike in the Himalayas.

Module 8 page 121 Language Develop. 2 get away /et ə�wei/ Will you manage to get away this summer?

Module 8 page 121 Language Develop. 2 slim /slim/ You’ve got such a slim waist.

Module 8 page 121 Language Develop. 2 battle /�b�tl/ She had battled bravely against cancer for many months.

Module 8 page 121 Language Develop. 2 warrior /�wɒriə/ He was a fine and noble warrior.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get sb down /�et smbədi �daυn/ All this waiting and delay is really getting her down.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get together /�et tə�eðə/ We must get together some time for a drink.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 negotiate /ni�əυʃieit/ The government refuses to negotiate with terrorists.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 reduction /ri�dkʃən/ There is going to be a slight reduction in the price of oil.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get away with /et ə�wei wið, wiθ/ I think you could just about get away with wearing navy shoes with that dress.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get (sth) across /�et smθiŋ ə�krɒs/ However hard I tried, I couldn’t get across what I wanted to say.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get round /et �raυnd/ There’s no way your mother can stay here – we’ll just have to get round it somehow.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get off to /et �ɒf tə, tυ/ As far as school goes, Johnny has got off to an extremely good start.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get off (work) /et �ɒf, �et ɒf �w��k/ What time do you get off work?

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get back /et �b�k/ We’ll probably get back at about nine.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get down to /et �daυn tə, tυ/ I’ve had my break and it’s time to get down to work again now.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 renewed /ri�nju�d/ The article has prompted renewed concern about the effects of acid rain.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 enable /i�neibəl/ The money from her aunt enabled Jan to buy the house.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 convince /kən�vins/ I managed to convince them that the story was true.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get by /et �bai/ Her old age pension gives her barely enough to get by.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get through /et �θru�/ At last I managed to get through to one of the managers.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get round sb /et �raυnd �smbədi/ He’s determined he won’t give in – see if you can get round him.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 give sb a lift /�iv smbədi ə �lift/ I’ll give you a lift back to London.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get over /et �əυvə/ Some people never really get over the early death of a parent.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 get up to sth /et �p tə �smθiŋ/ Go upstairs and see what the kids are getting up to.

Module 8 page 122 Language Develop. 3 cheer up /�tʃiər �p/ I’m taking Angie out to cheer her up.

Module 8 page 123 Use of English 2 owing to /�əυiŋ tə, tυ/ Owing to a lack of funds, the project will not continue next year.

Module 8 page 123 Use of English 2 representative /�repri�zentətiv/ He is an elected representative of the people.

Module 8 page 123 Use of English 2 on behalf of /ɒn bi�hɑ�f əv, ɒv/ On behalf of everyone here, may I wish you a very happy retirement.

Module 8 page 123 Use of English 2 take on /�teik �ɒn/ We’re taking on fifty new staff this year.

Module 8 page 123 Use of English 2 cheat /tʃi�t/ Jack always cheats at cards.

Module 8 page 123 Use of English 2 fine /fain/ I got a £40 fine for speeding.

Module 9

Module 9 page 127 Overview consumer society /kən�sju�mə sə�saiəti/ As a consumer society, we throw away over one million tons of household rubbish every week.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading funding /�fndiŋ/ Funding for the project was provided by the UN.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading supply /sə�plai/ His company supplies laundry services to the hotel industry.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading make a fortune /�meik ə �fɔ�tʃən/ Whoever invented Post-It notes must have made a fortune by now.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading turn away /�t��n ə�wei/ They turned about 1000 people away at the Arena because all the tickets were gone.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading keep on /�ki�p �ɒn/ Do you have to keep on about your medical problems the whole time?

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading be in it for sth /bi �in it fə �smθiŋ/ Don’t believe what Jane tells you – she’s only in it for the money!

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading financial /fi�n�nʃəl, fai-/ It was a wonderful film, but not exactly a financial success.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading reward /ri�wɔ�d/ £100 was a poor reward for all my work!

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading at the end of the day /ət ði �end əv ðə �dei/ At the end of the day, it’s his decision and there’s nothing you can do.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading wealthy /�welθi/ His grandparents were wealthy landowners in these parts.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading coaching /�kəυtʃiŋ/ Did you go to the tennis coaching session?

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading lie ahead /�lai ə�hed/ We should try to predict the type of problems that may lie ahead.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading take no notice of sth /�teik nəυ �nəυtis əv �smθiŋ/ Take no notice of Henry – he’s just being silly.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading grant /rɑ�nt/ We’re hoping to get a grant from the local council for the project.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading mentally disabled /�mentəli dis�eibəld/ She works in a special school for mentally disabled children.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading administrative /əd�ministrətiv/ I mainly deal with the administrative side of the business.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading struggle /�strəl/ Reading is a struggle for Tim.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading innovative /�inəveitiv/ ‘Brainchild’ is a young innovative company that designs software for schools.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading expand /ik�sp�nd/ The business has gone very well this year, so we may expand it

in the near future. Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading accessory /ək�sesəri/ We sell handbags and other fashion accessories.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading hectic /�hektik/ I need to relax after the hectic day I’ve had.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading socialise /�səυʃəlaiz/ I enjoy socialising with my students after class.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading profitable /�prɒfitəbəl/ It turned out to be a highly profitable business investment.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading proud /praυd/ You should see them with the baby – they’re so proud!

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading project /prə�d�ekt/ The company projected an annual growth rate of 3 per cent.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading turnover /�t��nəυvə/ The company has an annual turnover of 5.6 million.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading investment /in�vestmənt/ Jones made a number of high-risk investments in the property market during the late 80s.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading treat /tri�t/ Steven took his son to the zoo as a birthday treat.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading reinvest /�ri�in�vest/ Jackson reinvested the $7 million he made into a new project.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading tear up /�teər �p/ Crying, she tore up his letter.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading reaction /ri��kʃən/ What was Jeff’s reaction when you told him about the job?

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading pile /pail/ There was a big pile of wood to light the fire with.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading peanuts /�pi�nts/ The hotel workers get paid peanuts.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading blockbuster /�blɒk�bstə/ It’s going to be the latest blockbuster from Hollywood.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading splash (money) around /�spl�ʃ �mni əraυnd/ Stop splashing your money around and put some in the bank.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading save up for a rainy day /seiv �p fər ə �reini �dei/ I don’t really want to spend much – I’m saving up for a rainy day.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading carry on /�k�ri �ɒn/ When she left, I carried on her research.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading further education /�f��ðər edjυ�keiʃən/ She’s enrolling for one of those further education courses at the college.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading motivation /�məυti�veiʃən/ What was your motivation for becoming a teacher?

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading initial /i�niʃəl/ She overcame her initial shyness and really enjoyed the evening.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading disappointment /�disə�pɔintmənt/ Frankly, I’ve been a disappointment to my father; he wanted me to be a lawyer.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading willing /�wiliŋ/ I told them I was perfectly willing to help.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading aspect /��spekt/ Alcoholism affects all aspects of family life.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading recognition /�rekə�niʃən/ Despite a life devoted to helping the poor, she never won any recognition before her death.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading promising /�prɒmisiŋ/ You have a promising career in law ahead of you.

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading annual /��njuəl/ Are you going to the annual conference in Manchester?

Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading community /kə�mju�nəti/ We meet once a month to discuss community problems.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 9 pages 128–129 Reading panel /�p�nl/ A panel of experts was consulted.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 imaginary /i�m�d�inəri/ All the characters in this book are imaginary.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 oversleep /�əυvə�sli�p/ I had overslept that morning, and was late for work.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 get the sack /et ðə �s�k/ He got the sack for stealing.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 millionaire /�miljə�neə/ I plan to marry a millionaire and live in a mansion.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 invest /in�vest/ Jones invested $7 million in an ultra-modern video studio.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 profit /�prɒfit/ They sold the business and bought a yacht with the profits.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 tax /t�ks/ The government claimed it would lower taxes.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 elect /i�lekt/ She was elected to Parliament in 1978.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 well-off /�wel �ɒf/ She’s not exactly rich, but she’s quite well-off.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 even if /�i�vən if/ Charlie’s going to have problems finding a job even if she does well in her exams.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 provided /prə�vaidid/ Guy can come with us, provided he pays for himself.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 as long as /əz �lɒŋ əz/ You can go out to play as long as you stay in the back yard.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 bargain /�bɑ�ən/ I might buy a TV, if I can find a bargain in the sales.

Module 9 pages 130–131 Language Develop. 1 sale /seil/ I picked up some real bargains in the January sales this year.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing complain /kəm�plein/ The neighbours complained to the police about our dogs.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing misleading /mis�li�diŋ/ The article was misleading, and the newspaper has apologised.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing administration /əd�mini�streiʃən/ They spend too much on administration and not enough on doctors and nurses.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing claim /kleim/ The insurance company are refusing to meet our claim.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing dissatisfaction /di�s�tis�f�kʃən, dis�s�-/ She has been feeling considerable dissatisfaction with her job.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing fed up /�fed �p/ I’m getting fed up with your stupid comments.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing assure /ə�ʃυə/ I can assure you that the document is genuine.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing turn out /�t��n �aυt/ That guy we met turned out to be Maria’s second cousin.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing furthermore /�f��ðə�mɔ�/ Furthermore, my aim is to provide the best service possible under these difficult circumstances.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing charge /tʃɑ�d�/ The restaurant charged us £40 for the wine.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing enter /�entə/ I’ve entered you and Dan in the three-legged race.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing alternative /ɔ�l�t��nətiv/ Check out the alternatives before deciding whether to go to a nearby college.

Module 9 pages 132–133 Writing pronunciation /prə�nnsi�eiʃən/ Make sure you give each word its correct pronunciation.

Module 9 page 134 Speaking paraphrase /�p�rəfreiz/ She had to paraphrase his words so that the children would understand.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 9 page 134 Speaking hesitation /�hezi�teiʃən/ After some hesitation one of them began to speak.

Module 9 page 135 Listening board game /�bɔ�d eim/ Backgammon is my favourite board game.

Module 9 page 135 Listening faulty /�fɔ�lti/ If the goods are faulty you are entitled to get your money back.

Module 9 page 135 Listening goods /υdz/ The demand for goods and services is lower this year.

Module 9 page 135 Listening blame /bleim/ It’s not fair to blame me – it’s not my fault we lost.

Module 9 page 135 Listening sector /�sektə/ Due to understaffing in all sectors of the educational system, academic achievements are lower.

Module 9 page 135 Listening e-commerce /�i� �kɒm��s/ More and more businesses are turning to e-commerce solutions.

Module 9 page 135 Listening refund /�ri�fnd/ You can apply for a refund of your travel costs.

Module 9 page 135 Listening credit note /�kredit nəυt/ Please go to our claims department to get a credit note.

Module 9 page 135 Listening rip off /�rip �ɒf/ They really ripped us off at that hotel!

Module 9 page 135 Listening compensation /�kɒmpən�seiʃən/ The workers were given thirty days’ pay as compensation.

Module 9 page 135 Listening purchase /�p��tʃəs/ Fill in the date of purchase.

Module 9 page 136 Use of English 1 bargain /�bɑ�ən/ The workers attempted to bargain for better pay.

Module 9 page 136 Use of English 1 window shopping /�windəυ �ʃɒpiŋ/ I often go window shopping on Saturdays.

Module 9 page 136 Use of English 1 addicted /ə�diktid/ The kids are addicted to computer games.

Module 9 page 136 Use of English 1 stamina /�st�minə/ You need stamina to be a long-distance runner.

Module 9 page 136 Use of English 1 patience /�peiʃəns/ I wouldn’t have the patience to sit sewing all day.

Module 9 page 136 Use of English 1 discerning /di�s��niŋ/ Amanda liked to think she was discerning in her tastes.

Module 9 page 136 Use of English 1 well-furnished /�wel �f��niʃt/ The apartment was well-furnished in art deco style.

Module 9 page 137 Language Develop. 2 military /�militəri/ The military have taken control of the government.

Module 9 page 137 Language Develop. 2 spice /spais/ They need gossip to add a bit of spice to their dull lives.

Module 9 page 137 Language Develop. 2 significant /si�nifikənt/ A background in computing will give you a significant advantage.

Module 9 page 137 Language Develop. 2 tip /tip/ Steve gave me some useful tips on how to draw.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 frustrate /frə�streit/ I think the fact that he’s working with amateurs really frustrates him.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 disturbing /di�st��biŋ/ There has been a disturbing increase in the crime rate.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 trend /trend/ The current trend is towards more part-time jobs.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 contribute /kən�tribju�t/ Most people contributed towards the new church buildings.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 exhaust /i�zɔ�st/ I find a full day’s teaching exhausts me.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 adopt /ə�dɒpt/ The courts have been asked to adopt a more flexible approach to young offenders.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 sterling /�st��liŋ/ Susan had to change her cash into pounds sterling.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 do well /�du� �wel/ Elizabeth’s done well for herself – a well-paid job, a nice house and a sports car.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 exchange rate /ik�stʃeind� reit/ We got a more favourable exchange rate in the bank than in the hotel.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 thorough /�θrə/ The police are carrying out a thorough search of the neighbourhood.

Module 9 page 138 Use of English 2 spokesperson /�spəυks�p��sən/ A White House spokesperson appeared in front of the cameras.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 short of /�ʃɔ�t əv, ɒv/ Your little girl’s not short of confidence, is she?

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 live from hand to mouth /�liv frəm h�nd tə �maυθ/ We’ve been living from hand to mouth for the past three years.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 make ends meet /�meik endz �mi�t/ Since Mike lost his job, we can hardly make ends meet.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 hard up /�hɑ�d �p/ We were too hard up to afford new clothes.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 comfortable /�kmftəbəl, �kmfət-/ The Austins aren’t rich, but they’re comfortable.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 in debt /in �det/ She was still $600 in debt.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 deposit /di�pɒzit/ We put down a deposit on a house last week.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 keep /ki�p/ It’s time you got a job and started earning your keep.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 interest /�intrəst/ The interest on the loan is 16.5 per cent per year.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 loan /ləυn/ We’re repaying the loan over a three-year period.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 share /ʃeə/ He decided to sell his shares in Allied Chemicals.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 go up /əυ �p/ I see cigarettes are going up again.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 withdrawal /wið�drɔ�əl, wiθ-/ The gentleman would like to make a withdrawal of £2000.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 in the red /in ðə �red/ These car payments are going to put me in the red again.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 speeding /�spi�diŋ/ Liz was found guilty of speeding and fined £50.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 online banking /�ɒnlain �b�ŋkiŋ/ With online banking, it is much easier to control your investments.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 enlarge /in�lɑ�d�/ We’re planning to enlarge the garden.

Module 9 page 139 Language Develop. 3 import /�impɔ�t/ Farmers are protesting about cheap imports of grain from Europe.

Module 9 page 140 Module 9 Review common sense /�kɒmən �sens/ Use your common sense for once!

Module 10

Module 10 page 141 Overview contemporary /kən�tempərəri, -pəri/ an exhibition of contemporary paintings.

Module 10 page 141 Overview in retrospect /in �retrəspekt/ In retrospect, I should have known that he was untrustworthy the first time he lied to me.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading go for it /�əυ fər it/ If you really want the job, go for it!

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading opt /ɒpt/ Many young people are opting to go on to higher education.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading hippy /�hipi/ The park was full of hippies singing peace songs.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading backpacker /�b�kp�kə/ I joined a group of backpackers making their way across the hills.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading trail /treil/ The trail led over Boulder Pass down to a lake.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading resort /ri�zɔ�t/ June and Oliver run a small resort hotel in Blackpool.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading rucksack /�rks�k/ He managed to pack all his things into his rucksack.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading subsequent /�sbsikwənt/ Their skills were passed on to subsequent generations.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading a must /ə �mst/ Warm clothes are a must in the mountains.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading adventurous /əd�ventʃərəs/ They are planning an adventurous expedition up the Amazon.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading youngster /�jŋstə/ The park was full of youngsters playing.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading boom /bu�m/ They were very popular during the jazz boom of the 1950s.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading exotic /i�zɒtik/ Parrots are exotic birds.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading commonplace /�kɒmənpleis/ Car thefts are commonplace in this part of town.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading undertake /�ndə�teik/ She undertook full responsibility for the new changes.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading put off /pυt �ɒf/ This awful weather is enough to put anyone off camping.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading leap /li�p/ Bill cleared the ditch with a single leap.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading barrier /�b�riə/ He creates his own psychological barriers to becoming successful.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading head for /�hed fə, fɔ�/ The ship was heading for Cuba.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading progressive /prə�resiv/ He’s a young politician with progressive and forward-looking policies.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading humble /�hmbəl/ My parents were just humble country people.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading up front /�p �frnt/ We need two hundred pounds up front.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading gear /iə/ He’s crazy about photography – he’s got all the gear.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading outward /�aυtwəd/ My suitcases got lost on the outward journey.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading inoculation /i�nɒkjυ�leiʃən/ All the children had to have inoculations against hepatitis.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading obtain /əb�tein/ Further information can be obtained from head office.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading bundle /�bndl/ He wrapped his clothes into a bundle, tied it to the end of a stick and set off for the town.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading kit /kit/ Has anyone seen my football kit?

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading scan /sk�n/ All luggage has to be scanned at the airport.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading vital /�vaitl/ Regular exercise is vital for your health.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading document /�dɒkjυmənt/ Do you have the legal documents?

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading hassle /�h�səl/ I don’t feel like cooking tonight, it’s too much hassle.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading along the way /ə�lɒŋ ðə �wei/ She had gone through school and university, winning

academic awards along the way. Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading permit /�p��mit/ You’re not allowed to park here unless you have a permit.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading rights /raits/ We must stand up and fight for our rights!

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading cover /�kvə/ Her house was completely burned down, and she wasn’t even covered.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading underestimate /�ndər�estimeit/ People often underestimate the importance of training.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading capacity /kə�p�səti/ The theatre has a seating capacity of five hundred.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading horizons /hə�raizənz/ This course of study will broaden your horizons.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading itinerary /ai�tinərəri/ His itinerary would take him from Bordeaux to Budapest.

Module 10 pages 142–143 Reading bear in mind /�beər in �maind/ Bearing in mind that he’s only ten, I think he did very well.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 self-catering /�self �keitəriŋ/ We’ve reserved self-catering accommodation in Brighton.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 buffet /�bυfe/ We had a buffet lunch after the baby’s christening.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 patio /�p�tiəυ/ We sat on the patio, sipping cocktails and watching the sunset.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 barbecue /�bɑ�bikju�/ We had a barbecue on the beach.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 be situated /bi �sitʃueitid/ All the apartments are beautifully situated overlooking the beach.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 request /ri�kwest/ They have made an urgent request for international aid.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 install /in�stɔ�l/ They’ve installed the new air-conditioning system at last.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 reservation /�rezə�veiʃən/ Customers are advised to make seat reservations well in advance.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 brochure /�brəυʃə, -ʃυə/ They sent us a glossy holiday brochure featuring the Canary Islands.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 indicate /�indikeit/ The survey results seem to indicate a connection between poor housing conditions and bad health.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 caravan /�k�rəv�n/ The campsite was full of caravans and we couldn’t find a place to pitch our tent.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 crowd /kraυd/ A vast crowd had assembled in the main square

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 cheer /tʃiə/ The audience cheered when the star came onto the stage.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 customs /�kstəmz/ She was stopped at customs and questioned.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 arrest /ə�rest/ Wayne was arrested for a hit-and-run accident.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 election /i�lekʃən/ The Socialists won the 1948 election by a huge majority.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 antique /�n�ti�k/ It was a beautiful antique rosewood desk.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 demolish /di�mɒliʃ/ Several houses were demolished to make way for the new road.

Module 10 pages 144–145 Language Develop. 1 brand new /�br�nd �nju�/ She was carrying a brand new handbag in the latest style.

Module 10 pages 146–147 Writing committee /kə�miti/ The committee have decided to raise membership fees for next year.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 10 pages 146–147 Writing viewpoint /�vju�pɔint/ From an ecological viewpoint, the new motorway has been a disaster.

Module 10 pages 146–147 Writing broaden /�brɔ�dn/ Broaden your knowledge of English with this book.

Module 10 page 148 Listening on the decline /ɒn ðə di�klain/ The number of children who read books is on the decline.

Module 10 page 148 Listening inadequate /in��dikwət/ An inadequate supply of vitamin A can lead to blindness.

Module 10 page 148 Listening amenity /ə�mi�nəti/ It’s a small town but with all the amenities of a larger city.

Module 10 page 148 Listening outlet /�aυtlət/ McDonald’s have opened a new fast food outlet there.

Module 10 page 148 Listening multi-media /�mlti �mi�diə/ Encarta is a multi-media encyclopaedia that you can buy on CD-ROM.

Module 10 page 149 Speaking clarification /�kl�rifi�keiʃən/ Your clarification of the situation has helped us to work out what was going on.

Module 10 page 150 Language Develop. 2 dye /dai/ Priscilla’s hair was dyed jet black.

Module 10 page 150 Language Develop. 2 imply /im�plai/ Are you trying to imply that I haven’t helped you at all?

Module 10 page 151 Use of English 1 practically /�pr�ktikli/ Practically all my friends are away for the summer holidays.

Module 10 page 152 Use of English 2 clubbing /�klbiŋ/ She goes clubbing with her mates every Saturday night.

Module 10 page 152 Use of English 2 respectable /ri�spektəbəl/ Let’s make you look a bit more respectable before you go out.

Module 10 page 152 Use of English 2 rely /ri�lai/ I think we can rely on Derek not to tell anyone.

Module 10 page 152 Use of English 2 beat /bi�t/ Try to follow the beat of the music as you dance.

Module 10 page 152 Use of English 2 link /liŋk/ They believe that this illness is linked to the use of chemical pesticides.

Module 10 page 153 Language Develop. 3 economy /i�kɒnəmi/ For better or for worse, we live in a capitalist economy.

Module 10 page 153 Language Develop. 3 closure /�kləυ�ə/ Today the government announced the closure of Bart’s Hospital in London.

Module 10 page 153 Language Develop. 3 resigned /ri�zaind/ Isabelle seems resigned to the fact that she’s going to lose her job.

Module 10 page 153 Language Develop. 3 depend on /di�pend ɒn/ Children depend on their parents for all of their material needs.

Module 10 page 153 Language Develop. 3 peer /piə/ We tried to peer through the window but it was too dark to see anything inside.

Module 11

Module 11 page 157 Overview well-being /�wel �bi�iŋ/ We are responsible for the care and well-being of the hospital patients.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading cheerful /�tʃiəfəl/ Despite feeling ill, she managed to keep cheerful.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading define /di�fain/ The powers of the President are clearly defined in the constitution.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading contentment /kən�tentmənt/ He gave a sigh of contentment, turned over and went to sleep.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading materially /mə�tiəriəli/ Materially, we are better off than ever before.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading leading /�li�diŋ/ I’m going to see a leading heart specialist.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading determine /di�t��min/ Usually the size of the practice will determine the number of doctors.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading be stuck with /bi �stk wið, wiθ/ We’re renting the house, so we’re stuck with this ugly wallpaper.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading temperament /�tempərəmənt/ I found her to be a very friendly person with a sunny temperament.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading fortunate /�fɔ�tʃənət/ You’re fortunate that you’ve still got a job.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading spiritual /�spiritʃuəl/ As a priest I’m responsible for your spiritual welfare.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading individual /�indi�vid�uəl/ You should know that the results of the test can vary from individual to individual.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading relate to /ri�leit tə, tυ/ Laurie finds it difficult to relate to children.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading affection /ə�fekʃən/ Their mother never shows them much affection.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading choir /�kwaiə/ Anna has been singing in the school choir for five years.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading tension /�tenʃən/ The tension was becoming unbearable, and I wanted to scream.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading balance /�b�ləns/ There is a delicate balance between man and nature.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading misery /�mizəri/ Her face was a picture of misery.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading meaningful /�mi�niŋfəl/ We had a meaningful relationship that ended when she moved abroad.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading latter /�l�tə/ The system brings both financial and environmental benefits, the latter being especially welcome.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading in response to /in ri�spɒns tə, tυ/ The law was passed in response to public pressure.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading frustration /frə�streiʃən/ Sam watched in frustration as his team lost again.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading anxiety /�ŋ�zaiəti/ There is a great deal of anxiety among staff about job losses.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading take sth for granted /�teik smθiŋ fə �rɑ�ntid/ In the west, we take it for granted that we will always have running water when we need it.

Module 11 pages 158–159 Reading maintain /mein�tein/ Sally maintained that she had never spoken to the defendant before.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 due to /�dju� tə, tυ/ The 15.30 train to Sheffield has been cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 promotional /prə�məυʃənəl/ She is scheduled to give a series of interviews and promotional appearances on her British tour.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 bring on /�briŋ �ɒn/ The dust in the house brought on a sneezing attack that lasted twenty minutes.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 strain /strein/ The drought has put a heavy strain on our water resources.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 since /sins/ Since you are unable to answer perhaps we should ask someone else.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 unwind /n�waind/ I love cooking – it helps me unwind.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 amusing /ə�mju�ziŋ/ I don’t find his jokes at all amusing.

Module 11 pages 160–161 Language Develop. 1 overstimulate /�əυvə�stimjυleit/ The film overstimulated the children and they couldn’t get to sleep afterwards.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing aggressive /ə�resiv/ The men were drunk, aggressive and looking for a fight.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing patient /�peiʃənt/ Lisa was very patient with me when I was ill and complaining all the time.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing round my way /raυnd �mai wei/ There aren’t many facilities for young people round my way.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing go along with /�əυ ə�lɒŋ wið, wiθ/ I don’t go along with your theory at all – it sounds ridiculous to me.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing generalisation /�d�enərəlai�zeiʃən/ You’re making too many generalisations about an issue that you don’t really understand.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing consideration /kən�sidə�reiʃən/ Jeff never shows any consideration for his mother’s feelings.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing reckon /�rekən/ Do you reckon they’ll get married?

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing tolerant /�tɒlərənt/ Luckily, my parents were tolerant of my choice of music.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing presumably /pri�zju�məbli/ If you’ve already eaten, presumably you won’t want to go to a restaurant.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing frankly /�fr�ŋkli/ Frankly, I’m not very interested.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing surely /�ʃɔ�li/ Surely we can’t just stand back and let this happen?

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing strictly speaking /�striktli �spi�kiŋ/ Strictly speaking, you shouldn’t be in here, as only employees are allowed to enter the building.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing roughly speaking /�rfli �spi�kiŋ/ Roughly speaking, there must be about three hundred people at this meeting.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing admittedly /əd�mitidli/ This has led to financial losses, though admittedly on a fairly small scale.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing as far as I’m concerned /əz �fɑ�r əz �aim kən�s��nd/ As far as I’m concerned the whole idea is crazy.

Module 11 pages 162–163 Writing according to /ə�kɔ�diŋ tə, tυ/ According to George, she’s a great player.

Module 11 page 164 Listening muscle /�msəl/ The next day the muscles in my arm felt sore.

Module 11 page 164 Listening associate /ə�səυʃieit, ə�səυsi-/ People usually associate Japan with high tech consumer products.

Module 11 page 164 Listening (have a) lie-in /�lai �in/ I intend to have a lie-in on Sunday morning.

Module 11 page 165 Speaking convenience food /kən�vi�niəns fu�d/ People with busy lifestyles tend to use more convenience foods.

Module 11 page 165 Speaking put sth across /�pυt smθiŋ ə�krɒs/ The union representative put her argument across very effectively.

Module 11 page 166 Language Develop. 2 acceptable /ək�septəbəl/ Smoking is no longer considered socially acceptable by many people.

Module 11 page 166 Language Develop. 2 unfit /n�fit/ She never gets any exercise – she must be really unfit.

Module 11 page 166 Language Develop. 2 protein /�prəυti�n/ Children need a lot of protein.

Module 11 page 166 Language Develop. 2 au pair /�əυ �peə/ I remember Anna-Marie, who was a Swedish au pair we had when I was seven.

Module 11 page 166 Language Develop. 2 patient /�peiʃənt/ The doctor tried to explain to the patient that the procedure was very simple.

Module 11 page 166 Language Develop. 2 spectacular /spek�t�kjυlə/ We watched a spectacular fireworks display.

Module 11 page 167 Use of English 1 luggage /�lid�/ Shall I help you with your luggage?

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 spa /spɑ�/ They travelled to Germany to try the spas.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 wounded /�wu�ndid/ They carried the wounded soldiers from the field of battle.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 damaged /�d�mid�d/ I returned the clock because it was damaged.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 spring /spriŋ/ The islands are famous for their thermal springs.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 mineral /�minərəl/ The area is rich in minerals.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 volcanic spring /vɒl�k�nik �spriŋ/ We visited the volcanic springs – they were amazing!

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 ensure /in�ʃυə/ All the necessary steps had been taken to ensure their safety.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 workout /�w��kaυt/ She does a thirty-minute workout every morning before she sits down at the computer.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 vigorous /�viərəs/ Most dogs needs at least twenty minutes of vigorous exercise every day.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 massage /�m�sɑ��/ Massage helps ease the pain.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 soak /səυk/ I had a good long soak after shopping all day.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 urgent /���d�ənt/ There’s an urgent message for you on the answering machine.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 have time on one’s hands /h�v �taim ɒn wnz �h�ndz/ Now that her sons have left home, she’s got a lot of time on her hands.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 under the weather /�ndə ðə �weðə/ You look a bit under the weather today.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 accommodate /ə�kɒmədeit/ The hall can only accommodate two hundred people.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 cool down /�ku�l �daυn/ You’ll need to let your tea cool down before you drink it.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 warm up /�wɔ�m �p/ You need to warm up before you start any vigorous exercise.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 chill /tʃil/ Chill the champagne in a bucket of ice.

Module 11 page 168 Use of English 2 bite /bait/ Can I have a bite of your apple?

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 feel one’s age /�fi�l wnz �eid�/ She was only thirty-five, but she was already feeling her age.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 be off one’s food /bi �ɒf wnz �fu�d/ I was off my food the whole time I was pregnant.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 run-down /�rn �daυn/ You look a bit run-down – maybe you need a rest.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 recharge one’s batteries /ri��tʃɑ�d� wnz �b�təriz/ I’m going to spend a week in the mountains to recharge my batteries.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 in good shape /in �υd �ʃeip/ After three months of training the former champion was in good shape again.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 give sb a clean bill of health /�iv smbədi ə �kli�n bil əv �helθ/ Just because the doctor has given you a clean bill of health, it doesn’t mean you should start smoking again.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 be still going strong /bi �stil əυiŋ �strɒŋ/ I’m glad to see that the painting classes are still going strong.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 cut down /�kt �daυn/ You smoke too much – you should try to cut down.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 get over /et �əυvə/ She’s still trying to get over that bout of flu she had.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 come down with /km �daυn wið, wiθ/ I think I’m coming down with a cold.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 cut out /�kt �aυt/ If you cut out sugar from your diet you’d feel much healthier.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 pick up /�pik �p/ Where can I pick up a cheap video camera?

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 put on /pυt �ɒn/ Rosie’s put on five kilos since she gave up smoking.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 bug /b/ You must have picked up that stomach bug that’s going round.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 go round /əυ �raυnd/ There’s a lot of flu going round at the moment.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 backache /�b�keik/ I always get backache from sitting at the computer.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 sneeze /sni�z/ The baby keeps sneezing – she must be getting a cold.

Module 11 page 169 Language Develop. 3 overweight /�əυvə�weit/ Sally was thirteen kilos overweight.

Module 11 page 170 Module 11 Review dehydrated /�di�hai�dreitid/ She was walking for three hours in the hot sun without any water to drink and became dehydrated.

Module 12

Module 12 page 171 Overview medium /�mi�diəm/ Politicians prefer to use the medium of television to get their message across.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading bookworm /�bυkw��m/ Alex is such a bookworm – yesterday he got through a whole book in four hours.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading fiction /�fikʃən/ She’s one of the best writers of children’s fiction of modern times.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading manual /�m�njuəl/ I couldn’t understand a word of that instruction manual.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading still /stil/ The book contained some stills from the film.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading crime thriller /�kraim �θrilə/ ‘The Black Cross’ is an exciting new crime thriller involving a young New York detective.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading science fiction /�saiəns �fikʃən/ ‘Alien’ was one of the greatest science fiction movies of the twentieth century.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading pretence /pri�tens/ How long are you going to keep up the pretence of being ill?

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading bony /�bəυni/ The old lady’s hand felt cold and bony.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading arrogant /��rəənt/ I found him arrogant and unpleasant.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading signet ring /�sinit riŋ/ The baron used his signet ring to seal the official letters to the king.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading cross one’s mind /�krɒs wnz �maind/ It never crossed my mind that Lisa might be lying.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading emotion /i�məυʃən/ The accused man showed little sign of emotion as he was sentenced.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading swell /swel/ We asked them to come to the meeting to swell the numbers.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading hamper /�h�mpə/ Women’s progress in the workplace is still hampered by male attitudes.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading impulse /�impls/ Gerry couldn’t resist the impulse to skip work and go down to the beach.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading ingratitude /in�r�titju�d/ I’ve never seen such ingratitude in all my life!

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading hostility /hɒ�stiləti/ There is a lot of hostility towards foreigners.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading shove /ʃv/ There was no trouble at the rally apart from a little pushing and shoving.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading leave sb out in the cold /�li�v smbədi �aυt in ðə �kəυld/ If you don’t start working harder, you’ll be left out in the cold when

it comes to promotion time. Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading forge /fɔ�d�/ Someone stole my credit card and forged my signature.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading (be) in sb’s shoes /�bi� in smbədiz �ʃu�z/ If I were in your shoes, I’d tell Jan to get lost!

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading have sb eat out of your hand /�h�v smbədi �i�t aυt əv jə �h�nd/ The clients were suspicious at first, but he soon had them eating out of his hand.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading inevitable /i�nevitəbəl/ A further escalation of the crisis now seems inevitable.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading temporariness /�tempərərinəs/ Despite the temporariness of the job, I think I will accept.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading vaguely /�veili/ There was sth vaguely familiar about him.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading cliff /klif/ On a clear day, the white cliffs of Dover can be seen from France.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading grab at /�r�b ət, �t/ Donny hid behind his mother, grabbing at her skirt.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading thigh /θai/ She had a small dragon tattoo on her left thigh.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading tint /tint/ Is that your natural colour or has it been tinted?

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading slump /slmp/ His head slumped onto his chest.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading pass out /�pɑ�s �aυt/ He always passes out at the sight of blood.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading air /eə/ She set about her task with an air of quiet confidence.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading irritation /�iri�teiʃən/ The neighbours’ parties were a constant source of irritation to the old couple.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading reflex /�ri�fleks/ A tennis player needs to have good reflexes.

Module 12 pages 172–173 Reading faint /feint/ Several fans fainted in the blazing heat.

Module 12 pages 174–175 Language Develop. 1 suspect /�sspekt/ Two suspects were arrested today in connection with the robbery.

Module 12 pages 174–175 Language Develop. 1 enquiry /in�kwaiəri/ We’re getting a lot of enquiries from travel companies about our sailing holidays.

Module 12 pages 174–175 Language Develop. 1 immigrant /�imirənt/ The government wants to cut down on the number of immigrants coming into the country.

Module 12 pages 174–175 Language Develop. 1 protagonist /prəυ�t�ənist/ In an early scene, the protagonist considers suicide but later, she changes her mind.

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing story line /�stɔ�ri lain/ The story line develops slowly but the characters hold it together.

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing setting /�setiŋ/ Athens is the setting for his latest novel.

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing passionate /�p�ʃənət/ It was so passionate when he swept her into his arms and kissed her.

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing predictable /pri�diktəbəl/ I used to be interested in politics, but now it’s all getting very predictable.

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing convincing /kən�vinsiŋ/ There is now convincing evidence that smoking causes lung cancer.

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing draft /drɑ�ft/ Let’s make a rough draft of the letter.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing repetition /�repə�tiʃən/ I’m so fed up with his constant repetition of the same old jokes.

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing extraordinary /ik�strɔ�dənəri/ What an extraordinary thing to do!

Module 12 pages 176–177 Writing evil /�i�vəl/ He was an evil dictator responsible for the deaths of millions.

Module 12 page 178 Listening feedback /�fi�db�k/ Most of the feedback we’ve received so far has been positive.

Module 12 page 178 Listening committed /kə�mitid/ The construction workers were confronted by a committed group of environmentalists.

Module 12 page 178 Listening insecurity /�insi�kjυərəti/ Student teachers often suffer from a great sense of insecurity.

Module 12 page 178 Listening disruption /dis�rpʃən/ The strike caused widespread disruption to train services.

Module 12 page 180 Use of English 1 advert /��dv��t/ The advert showed a man in a car with a spotty dog.

Module 12 page 180 Use of English 1 conservatory /kən�s��vətəri/ Malcolm and I are saving up to add a conservatory to our house.

Module 12 page 180 Use of English 1 bodywork /�bɒdiw��k/ The bodywork’s beginning to rust.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 filthy /�filθi/ Simon never cleans his house – it’s absolutely filthy!

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 script /skript/ The Gibson brothers wrote some excellent comedy scripts.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 recruit /ri�kru�t/ We’re having difficulty recruiting enough properly qualified staff.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 shoot /ʃu�t/ When one of the actors died, they had to shoot the final scene again.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 blunt /blnt/ All I could find was a blunt pencil.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 sharpen /�ʃɑ�pən/ Sharpen all your pencils before the test.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 optician /ɒp�tiʃən/ Molly’s gone to the optician’s to have her eyes tested.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 manicurist /�m�nikjυərist/ My manicurist tells me I have the most beautiful hands she’s ever seen.

Module 12 page 181 Language Develop. 2 tailor /�teilə/ Mr Williams has his clothes made by a tailor.

Module 12 page 182 Use of English 2 paparazzi /�p�pə�r�tsi/ Some people believe that the paparazzi were responsible for Princess Diana’s death.

Module 12 page 182 Use of English 2 defend /di�fend/ How can you defend the torture of animals for scientific research?

Module 12 page 182 Use of English 2 go to great lengths /əυ tə �reit �leŋθs/ Gerald is prepared to go to great lengths to get his daughter back.

Module 12 page 182 Use of English 2 glamour /�l�mə/ Young actors are often dazzled by the glamour of Hollywood.

Module 12 page 182 Use of English 2 embarrass /im�b�rəs/ She tried to embarrass me by talking about my childhood.

Module 12 page 182 Use of English 2 broadcast /�brɔ�dkɑ�st/ The interview was broadcast live across Europe.

Module 12 page 182 Use of English 2 in a good light /in ə �υd �lait/ They tried to portray the minister in a good light.

Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 moral /�mɒrəl/ He was a man of high moral standards.

Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 leaflet /�li�flit/ I picked up a leaflet on dog training at the vet’s.

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Module Page Exercise English Headword Pronunciation Example Sentence Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 recycle /�ri��saikəl/ We take all our bottles and newspapers to be recycled.

Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 victim /�viktim/ Most murder victims are under thirty.

Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 considerate /kən�sidərət/ It was very considerate of you to let us know you were going to be late.

Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 stimulate /�stimjυleit/ An inspiring teacher can stimulate students to succeed.

Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 insult /in�slt/ I hope Andy won’t feel insulted if I turn down his invitation.

Module 12 page 183 Language Develop. 3 offend /ə�fend/ His attitude to women offends many people.