5. M: What effect has the booming economy had on interest rates for loans?

W: The interest rates have skyrocketed! Q: What does the woman mean? 1. A 2. B 3.B 4.D 5.C III. Listening In

Task 1: Put the cat out!

A couple was going out for the evening to celebrate the wife?s birthday. While they were getting ready, the husband put the cat out. The taxi arrived, and as the couple walked out of their home, the cat ran back into the house. Not wanting their car to have free run of the house while they were out, the husband went back upstairs to chase the cat out. The wife, not waiting it known that the house would be empty, explained to the taxi driver, “He?s just going upstairs to say goodbye to my mother.” A few minutes later, the husband got into the car, and said, “Sorry it took it so long. The stupid old thing was hiding under the bed, and I had to poke her with a stick to get her to come out!”

4-1-3-5-2-6 D) She was ill-treated at home. Task 2: What can dogs do?

Dogs have lived with human beings for at least 14,000 years. They are intelligent and friendly, and can serve people in many ways.

Dogs are sometimes referred to as \are usually playful, friendly and they can listen to and understand humans. Since they appear to enjoy a relationship with humans, dogs are often kept as pets.

Dogs can perform important activities for humans. For example, there are guard dogs, hunting dogs, herding dogs and guide dogs for the blind. There are also dogs that are trained to smell for diseases in the human body, or to find bombs or illegal drugs. These dogs, called \Dogs have even been sent by Russians into outer space, a few years before the first human being.

Dogs are intelligent. They can learn by imitating human behavior. In one study, puppies were presented with a box and shown that when the

trainer pressed a lever, a ball would roll out of it for them to play with. The pups were then allowed to interact with the box. Most of the puppies finally touched the lever to get the ball. It is probably due to their high IQ that dogs can understand instructions and communicate with humans successfully.

1.A 2.D3.B 4.C 5.C

Task 3: Protecting endangered species

Around the world, habitats are being destroyed at an alarming rate, putting many wildlife species in danger of extinction. Threatened and endangered animals and plants are found in many places throughout the globe—you may even find some in your own backyard. To protect endangered animals and plants, think both globally and locally. There are many things you can do to contribute to their protection. To begin with, you can find out what animals living near you are on the endangered species list. Spend some time learning about these animals and their habitats.

You can also contribute to nature reserves and other wilderness areas. Habitat preservation is one of the best ways to help protect endangered animals. Donate money or volunteer your time helping the nature reserve preserve habitat. Or, do both.

Another thing you can do is buy environmentally friendly products. Choose non-toxic cleaners that won't pollute streams, rivers or oceans. Avoid any companies that, when manufacturing products, endanger animals. Buy foods and goods that are made from materials that do not harm endangered animals or their habitats. For example, look for organic chocolate, coffee or cotton clothing that is grown without cutting down rainforests.

Moreover, you can help create or restore habitats for endangered animals. You can volunteer to help with projects worldwide designed to re-establish habitat. In your own backyard, for example, plant a butterfly garden.

Individual effort is not enough. You need to join a local, national or global conservation organization. Through these organizations, you can perhaps \you need to do is a little exploring.

1.C 2.D 3.B 4.A 5.C IV. Speaking Out

Model 1 The dog will be company for her.

John: Se-Jin, come shopping with me. I?m buying a present for my mother.

Se-Jin: What are you getting her?

John: I?ve got just the perfect idea. A dog. Se-Jin: A dog? Would she like that?

John: She?ll love it. My dad works long hours each day, and I think with me away at school, she is a bit lonely. And I?ll just get a small one, a Pekinese.

Se-Jin: Good idea! The dog will be company for her. Now Your Turn

A: Hi, come shopping with me. I want to buy a gift for my neighbor. B: What for?

A: His wife died a couple of weeks ago, and he is feeling lonely. He?s been kind to us. I want to buy something to cheer him up.

B: What do you want to get for him?

A: I?m thinking of buying a bunch of flowers for him. B: But I?ve got a perfect idea. A dog. A: A dog? Why?

B: He?ll be crazy about it. He?s so lonely; he needs company rather than beautiful flowers.

A: Good thinking! The dog can keep him company. Model 2 Where to walk dogs?

Bob: There?s some talk of a businessman building a dog park in Shanghai.

Laura: Really, what on earth for?

Bob: Apparently there is a law against having dogs on the streets. Laura: Does it mean that the dogs have to stay inside apartments at all times?

Bob: It sounds pretty cruel, doesn?t it? Maybe the park is a good idea.

Laura: Maybe they should just allow people to walk their dogs on the streets.

Bob: But in many large cities where dogs can be walked, the streets are a mess. I heard Paris is the worst.

Laura: Couldn?t people just clean up after their dogs? Bob: Would they? Now Your Turn

A: Have you heard the city has passes a law against walking dogs in the streets?

B: Sure, it?s published in the newspapers.

A: It means that dogs have to be kept inside all the time.

B: It?s rather cruel, isn?t it? We shouldn?t be so cruel to dumb animals.

A: But dogs often leave a mess from their dogs. B: But owners can clean up the mess from their dogs. A: Would they?

B: Perhaps the best solution is to build a dog park. Then people can walk their dogs there.

A: Sounds too good to be realistic. The city is already too crowed without the dogs.

Model 3 What does having a few fish do for you? Philip: Wow! I see you?ve bought an aquarium. Nice! Peter: You should get one too. I highly recommend it. Philip: Why? What does having a few fish do for you?

Peter: I find it relaxing just to sit down and watch tropical fish at the end of a tiring day.

Philip: I can understand. I like to take it easy after work , too.

Peter: There?s more than that. They?re really fascinating. They give you hours of entertainment, believe me.

Philip: Perhaps I should give it a try.

Peter: OK, I can lend you a couple of good reference books.