Speaking Time 3 Transcript

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Track 1
I know how to play beach volleyball.
My friend taught me how to play this
game. You need two to four players for
each team. You also need a special ball
and a net. Some people play this game
without wearing shoes. You have to hit
the ball over the tall net. You can’t catch
the ball or throw it. The ball needs to
land on the other side. The team with
the most points wins.
A.
Track 2
1. I know how to play basketball. You
need five players for each team.
2. I know how to play handball. You
need seven players for each team.
3. I know how to play badminton. You
need one or two players for each
team.
4. I know how to play baseball. You
need nine or ten players for each
team.
B.
Track 3
1. You also need a basketball and a
hoop.
2. You also need special shoes and a
net.
3. You also need a racket and a

shuttlecock.
4. You also need a bat and a glove.
C.
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a. You have to hit the shuttlecock
over the net.
b. You have to hit the ball and run.
c. You have to throw the ball through
the hoop.
d. You have to throw the ball into the
goal.
D.
Track 5
1. I know how to play baseball.
2. You need nine or ten players for
each team.
3. You also need a bat and a glove.
4. Some people play this game wearing
special clothes.
5. You have to hit the ball very hard.
6. You have to avoid someone catching
your ball.
7. You also need to run around some
bases.
8. The team with the most runs wins.
Track 6
When the weather is warm, I like to be
outdoors. My favorite thing to do is ride
my bicycle. My second favorite thing to
do is play Frisbee. Sometimes, there

are other things that I have to do. At
times, I have to study or babysit my
sister. When this happens, I try to do it
outdoors. Often, I study on the grass in
my backyard. I play games with my sister
in the backyard, too.
A.
Track 7
1. When the weather is hot, I like to
be at the pool.
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2. When the weather is wet, I like to
stay indoors.
3. When the weather is cold, I like to
go to the mountains.
4. When the weather is windy, I like
to go to the park.
B.
Track 8
1. My favorite thing to do is surf the
Internet. My second favorite thing
to do is call my friends.
2. My favorite thing to do is feed the
ducks. My second favorite thing to
do is skateboard.
3. My favorite thing to do is play in
my tree house. My second favorite
thing to do is pick some flowers.
4. My favorite thing to do is read
books. My second favorite thing to

do is paint pictures.
C.
Track 9
a. At times, I have to run errands for
my mom.
b. At times, I have to help out on the
farm.
c. At times, I have to do chores
around the house.
d. At times, I have to take the dog for
a walk.
D.
Track 10
1. When the weather is windy, I like
to go to the park.
2. My favorite thing to do is catch
falling leaves.
3. My second favorite thing to do is
run around.
4. Sometimes, there are other things
that I have to do.
5. At times, I have to do my English
homework.
6. When this happens, I try to do it
outside.
7. Often, I study lying on the patio.
8. I like to read books lying on the
patio, too.
Track 11
I often use my computer to do my homework.

With my computer, finding answers is
easy! I can type up assignments quickly
on the computer, too. I also use my
computer to send email. I like to keep in
touch with my friends. Sometimes, I
chat online with an instant messenger. I
can update my webpage as well. If I
have time, I also like to play computer
games. It’s much more fun than doing
homework!
A.
Track 12
1. I often use my computer to shop
online.
2. I often use my computer to look up
information.
3. I often use my computer to upload
photos.
4. I often use my computer to watch
videos.
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B.
Track 13
1. With my computer, studying another
language is easy.
2. With my computer, checking the
weather is easy.
3. With my computer, finding out
what’s happening is easy.
4. With my computer, buying birthday

presents is easy.
C.
Track 14
a. Sometimes, I check an online
dictionary.
b. Sometimes, I upload a video to my
website.
c. Sometimes, I chat online with my
cousin.
d. Sometimes, I type up homework
assignments.
D.
Track 15
1. I often use my computer to write
stories.
2. With my computer, writing text is
easy!
3. I can search for information quickly
on the computer, too.
4. I also use my computer to send
pictures.
5. I like to keep in touch with people.
6. Sometimes, I check an online
dictionary.
7. I can update my webpage as well.
8. If I have time, I also like to play
online games.
9. It’s much more fun than playing on
a board!
Track 16

In the future, I’d like to visit Ireland. It’s
located next to England, Wales, and
Scotland. The population of Ireland is
around six million people. The capital
city is Dublin, which is in the northeast.
There are some famous places including
the Blarney Stone. This is a stone that
people kiss and make a wish. You can
see many sheep farms in that country,
too. Maybe you have heard of U2 or
Oscar Wilde? They are Irish, and they
are very famous.
A.
Track 17
1. In the future, I’d like to visit Laos.
It’s located next to Thailand and
Vietnam.
2. In the future, I’d like to visit
Kazakhstan. It’s located next to
China and Russia.
3. In the future, I’d like to visit
Tanzania. It’s located next to Kenya
and Zambia.
4. In the future, I’d like to visit India. It’s
located next to Pakistan and Nepal.
B.
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1. The population of Laos is around
six million people. The capital city
is Vientiane, which is in the west.

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2. The population of Kazakhstan is
around sixteen million people. The
capital city is Astana, which is in
the north.
3. The population of Tanzania is
around forty million people. The
capital city is Dodoma, which is in
the center.
4. The population of India is around
one billion people. The capital city
is New Delhi, which is in the north.
C.
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a. There are some famous places,
including the Temple of Rats.
b. There are some famous places,
including the Serengeti National
Park.
c. There are some famous places,
including the Plain of Jars.
d. There are some famous places,
including the Singing Sand Dunes.
D.
Track 20
1. In the future, I’d like to visit Canada.
2. It’s located next to the USA.
3. The population of Canada is
around thirty-five million people.
4. The capital city is Ottawa, which is

in the east.
5. There are some famous places,
including Lake Louise.
6. This is a lake where you can see a
big glacier.
7. Maybe you have heard of Celine
Dion?
8. She is Canadian, and she is a
famous singer.
Track 21
I really like making lemonade. On a
summer’s day, this is a really refreshing
drink. Let me tell you how to make it.
The ingredients I need are lemons,
water, and sugar. First, fill a large pitcher
with cool water. After that, squeeze
some lemons into the water. Because
it’s very sour, you need to add some
sugar. If you want, add some ice and
lemon peel, too. As a final step, pour
the lemonade into a glass.
A.
Track 22
1. I really like making toffee ice cream
sundaes.
2. I really like making peanut butter
and jelly sandwiches.
3. I really like making apple pie with
vanilla sauce.
4. I really like making shrimp and

vegetable dumplings.
B.
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1. The ingredients I need are flour,
eggs, and meat.
2. The ingredients I need are nuts,
coffee, and ice.
3. The ingredients I need are beans,
tofu, and pineapples.
4. The ingredients I need are muesli,
yogurt, and pears.
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C.
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a. First, put the bread into a toaster.
After that, spread some peanut
butter and jelly on the slices.
b. First, pour some milk into a pan.
After that, heat it up.
c. First, put some flour, butter, and
raisins in a bowl. After that, mix all
the ingredients together.
d. First, add some eggs and oil to the
mixture. After that, fry it in a pan.
D.
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1. I really like making hot chocolate
with cream.
2. On a winter’s day, this is a really
great drink.

3. Let me tell you how to make it.
4. The ingredients I need are milk,
chocolate, and cream.
5. First, heat up some milk in a pan.
6. After that, pour it into a cup with
chocolate.
7. Because it’s not sweet, you need
to add some sugar.
8. If you want, add some cream on
the top, too.
9. As a final step, put some chocolate
on the top.
Track 26
There is a special place that I go to. I go
there with my family. We often go to the
mountains near a lake. We usually go
camping with tents. We stay there for
about a week and a half. Every night,
we play games by the campfire. It’s fun
because we play board games and card
games. We also do plenty of interesting
things during the day. We hike, swim,
and play hide-and-seek.
A.
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1. We often go to the beach near my
grandparents’ house.
2. We often go to the amusement
park next to the tower.
3. We often go to the tennis courts by

the zoo.
4. We often go to the castle on the cliff.
B.
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1. We usually go snorkeling and
swimming in the sea. We often stay
there for about one month.
2. We usually go to ride the carousel
and big wheel. We often stay there
for about one day.
3. We usually go to play a match and
have fun. We often stay there for
about two hours.
4. We usually go to hunt for ghosts and
play tricks. We often stay there for
about half a day.
C.
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a. It’s fantastic because we can see a
beautiful sunset.
b. It’s wonderful because we get a
great view.
c. It’s exciting because we have so
much fun.
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d. It’s cold because we sleep under
the stars.
D.
Track 30
1. There is a special place that I go to.

2. I go there with my friends.
3. We often go to the beach near my
grandparents’ house.
4. We usually go looking for starfish
in the sand.
5. We stay there for about a week.
6. Every evening, we watch the sunset.
7. It’s fun because we can have a
barbecue.
8. We also do plenty of interesting
things during the day.
9. We hike, play volleyball, and relax
in the sun.
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Friendship is very important to me. Without
my friends, I would feel lonely and bored.
I like to spend time with them every day.
Usually, we eat in the school cafeteria
together. My friends and I have also joined
the tennis team. We practice playing
together after school. My friends make
me feel better when I am sad. They help
me celebrate when I am successful. My
friends are an important part of my life.
A.
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1. Money is very important to me.
2. Family is very important to me.
3. Technology is very important to me.
4. Education is very important to me.

B.
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1. Without my allowance, I would be
poor and unhappy.
2. Without my family, I would feel sad
and alone.
3. Without my cell phone, I would not
be able to chat with friends.
4. Without my studies, I would not be
able to get a good job.
C.
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a. My friends and I have also shared
our vacation photos.
b. My friends and I have also joined
the school drama club.
c. My friends and I have also
volunteered to help old people.
d. My friends and I have also made
pen-pals in the USA.
D.
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1. Family is very important to me.
2. Without my family, I would feel sad
and lonely.
3. I like to spend time with them.
4. Usually, we eat dinner at home
together.
5. My family and I have also shared
many vacations together.

6. We have lots of happy memories
and photos.
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7. My family makes me feel better
when I am unhappy.
8. They encourage me to get better
grades at school.
9. My family is an important part of
my life.
Track 36
In my opinion, the cutest animals are
rabbits. I saw some rabbits at the pet
store. I like their soft, fluffy tails and big
ears. But they don’t look so cute when
they are born. Do you know that baby
rabbits are called bunnies? They are
born blind and with no fur. I wish I had
a rabbit, but my parents won’t allow it.
Instead, I have a poster of Bugs Bunny
on my wall!
A.
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1. In my opinion, the smelliest
animals are skunks.
2. In my opinion, the ugliest animals
are slugs.
3. In my opinion, the most beautiful
animals are peacocks.
4. In my opinion, the scariest animals
are spiders.

B.
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1. Do you know that baby seals,
sharks, and bats are called pups?
2. Do you know that baby pandas,
foxes, and cheetahs are called cubs?
3. Do you know that baby koalas and
kangaroos are called joeys?
4. Do you know that baby flies, ants,
and bees are called larvae?
C.
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a. I like their big, funny eyes and little
hands.
b. I like their gray, fluffy bodies and
cute faces.
c. I like their pretty, perfect skin and
sweet laughter.
d. I like their long, untidy hair and
funny behavior.
D.
Track 40
1. In my opinion, the coolest animals
are bats.
2. I saw some bats on TV.
3. I like their soft, fluffy bodies and
big wings.
4. But they don’t look so big when
they are born.
5. Do you know that baby bats are

called pups?
6. They are born blind and with no fur.
7. I wish I had a bat, but my parents
won’t allow it.
8. Instead, I have a picture of Batman
on my wall!
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Track 41
I’m going to tell you how to get to the
donut store. Getting there is difficult. It’s
easier if you have a map. First, walk
straight for two blocks. When you get to
the traffic lights, turn left. Continue
walking until you see the big red building.
There will be a crosswalk on the right.
Go across it, and the donut store will
be in front of you!
A.
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1. I’m going to tell you how to get to
the post office.
2. I’m going to tell you how to get to
my house.
3. I’m going to tell you how to get to
the library.
4. I’m going to tell you how to get to
the stadium.
B.
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1. Continue walking until you see the

elementary school.
2. Continue walking until you see the
little flower shop.
3. Continue walking until you see the
brand-new bookshop.
4. Continue walking until you see the
subway station entrance.
C.
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a. There will be a crosswalk in front of
you.
b. There will be a convenience store
on the left.
c. There will be a signpost behind you.
d. There will be a shopping mall on
the right.
D.
Track 45
1. I’m going to tell you how to get to
the subway station.
2. Getting there is very difficult.
3. It’s easier if you have a bike.
4. First, go straight for three blocks.
5. When you get to the elementary
school, turn left.
6. Continue walking until you see the
library.
7. There will be a crosswalk in front of
you.
8. Go across it, and the subway station

will be on your right!
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I know an animal that is very special.
It’s my dog, and his name is Brutus. He
can swim, run fast, and shake hands.
He enjoys chasing sticks and balls at
the beach. He eats dog food, but his
favorite treat is pineapple. He sleeps on
the floor in my bedroom. He is my best
friend. He is special to me because he
makes me happy. And he is different
because he has only three legs!
A.
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1. It’s my pony, and his name is
Prince.
2. It’s a goat, and its name is Ollie.
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3. It’s my turtle, and his name is Tony.
4. It’s my friend’s lizard, and her
name is Skinny.
B.
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1. They enjoy rolling in the dirt and
making a mess.
2. It enjoys running in a wheel all day.
3. He enjoys climbing trees and
jumping on me.
4. She enjoys hiding under my bed or
in my closet.

C.
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a. She is special to me because she
cuddles me.
b. It is special to me because it
makes me laugh.
c. He is special to me because he
helps me find my way.
d. She is special to me because she
rescued me in the sea.
D.
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1. I know an animal that is very special.
2. It’s my cat, and her name is Carolina.
3. She can jump, run fast, and open
the refrigerator.
4. She enjoys chasing toys and sleeping
all day.
5. She eats cat food, but her favorite
treat is ice cream.
6. She sleeps in a basket on the
kitchen floor.
7. She is my best friend.
8. She is special to me because she
keeps me company.
9. And she is different because she
only has one eye!
Track 51
I read an awesome comic book recently.
It was about an evil wizard who wanted

the throne. At the beginning, the evil
wizard killed the king. And he kidnapped
the prince. He did this so he could be
king instead. Luckily, there was a brave
knight with a magic sword. He fought
the evil wizard and won! The prince
went back to the kingdom and became
king. In the end, everyone lived happily
ever after.
A.
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1. I read a wonderful novel recently.
2. I saw an excellent movie recently.
3. I saw a really great TV program
recently.
4. I saw an amazing musical recently.
B.
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1. It was about a prince who loved a
poor girl.
2. It was about aliens who tried to
attack Earth.
3. It was about an evil criminal who
stole money.
4. It was about a student who was
very naughty.
C.
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a. At the beginning, the boy was
always fighting.

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b. At the beginning, a man put a
bomb in a bank.
c. At the beginning, some aliens
landed on Earth in a spaceship.
d. At the beginning, the girl hated the
prince.
D.
Track 55
1. I saw a very good movie recently.
2. It was about a cowboy and his horse.
3. The cowboy was riding through the
desert.
4. At the beginning, the journey was
easy.
5. But the journey became very
difficult.
6. It was very hot, and they had no
food or water.
7. Luckily, there was a girl who
helped them.
8. In the end, they survived and
returned home safely.
Track 56
Baseball is a fun sport to watch on TV.
My mom says that it’s boring, but I don’t
agree. I think it takes a lot of skill to play
baseball. The most exciting part is when
someone hits a home run. I like it when
players dive to catch the ball, too.

Baseball games last for hours. I never
get tired of watching them. One day, I
want to go and see a professional game.
It would be awesome!
A.
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1. Sumo wrestling is an exciting sport
to watch on TV.
2. Pool is a boring sport to watch on TV.
3. Boxing is an interesting sport to
watch on TV.
4. Horse racing is a great sport to
watch on TV.
B.
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1. The most exciting part is when they
enter the stadium.
2. The most exciting part is when
time is running out.
3. The most exciting part is when
someone gets knocked down.
4. The most exciting part is when they
get ready to race.
C.
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a. I like it when they warm up, too.
b. I like it when a goal is scored, too.
c. I like it when the players pass the
ball, too.
d. I like it when they make clever

moves, too.
D.
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1. Boxing is an exciting sport to watch
on TV.
2. My sister says that fighting isn’t a
sport, but I don’t agree.
3. I think it takes a lot of power to
compete.
4. The most exciting part is when
someone gets knocked out.
5. I like it when boxers do lots of fast
punches, too.
6. Boxing matches last from a few
minutes to an hour.
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7. I never get tired of watching them.
8. One day, I want to go and see a
professional match.
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Let me tell you about the skunk. The
skunk is a black and white furry animal.
The skunk has an interesting way of
protecting itself. Instead of using teeth
or claws, the skunk uses smell. When a
skunk thinks it’s in danger, it raises its
tail. It sprays a special liquid from its tail.
This liquid is so smelly that other animals
run away. Then, the skunk can escape.
What a smelly animal!

A.
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1. The octopus has a surprising way of
protecting itself.
2. The horned lizard has a strange way
of protecting itself.
3. The hairy frog has an unexpected
way of protecting itself.
4. The Malaysian ant has an unpleasant
way of protecting itself.
B.
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1. Instead of biting, the octopus uses
ink.
2. Instead of running away, the
horned lizard uses blood.
3. Instead of jumping away, the hairy
frog uses a weapon.
4. Instead of hiding, the Malaysian
ant uses juice.
C.
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a. It squirts ink at its enemies.
b. It sprays blood from its eyes.
c. It explodes and sprays a poisonous
liquid.
d. It breaks its leg to make a sharp claw.
D.
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1. Let me tell you about the horned

lizard.
2. The horned lizard has a strange
way of protecting itself.
3. Instead of fighting, the horned lizard
uses blood.
4. When a horned lizard thinks it’s in
danger, it squirts blood.
5. It squirts blood from its eyes.
6. This blood tastes so bad that other
animals run away.
7. Then, the lizard will not be eaten.
8. What a funny animal!
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Our bodies are all different, but they
have the same parts. Some people
have long legs, while others have short
legs. Everyone has things that they like
about themselves. For example, I like
my eyes and my smile. And everyone
has something that they don’t like. In
my case, I don’t really like my nose. I think
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it’s too big. But my grandma likes my big
nose. She thinks it is just right!
A.
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1. Some people have fat bodies,
while others have thin bodies.
2. Some people have flat noses,
while others have pointy noses.

3. Some people have long hair, while
others have short hair.
4. Some people have round faces,
while others have oval faces.
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1. For example, I like my dimples and
my teeth.
2. For example, I like my lips and my
chin.
3. For example, I like my muscles and
my height.
4. For example, I like my hair and my
eyebrows.
C.
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a. In my case, I don’t really like my ears.
b. In my case, I don’t really like my
fingernails.
c. In my case, I don’t really like my
knees.
d. In my case, I don’t really like my
freckles.
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1. Our bodies are all different, but
they have the same parts.
2. Some people have fat bodies,
while others have thin bodies.
3. Everyone has things that they like

about themselves.
4. For example, I like my nose and my
chin.
5. And everyone has something that
they don’t like.
6. In my case, I don’t really like my
hands.
7. I think they’re too big.
8. But my father says they are good
for doing homework!
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I’m a type of superhero because I help
save the Earth. I’m green, which means
I help the environment. I help the
environment by recycling plastic bottles.
I don’t throw them away, because they
pollute the Earth. They can be used to
make other things. I also take a bus
instead of a car. This helps by reducing
air pollution. It also helps us to save oil
and gas. If everyone did this, we would
all be superheroes. Being green is great!
A.
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1. I help the environment by recycling
soda cans.
2. I help the environment by walking
instead of taking a bus.
3. I help the environment by not using
plastic bags.

4. I help the environment by switching
off lights when I go out.
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B.
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1. I also use a mug instead of a paper
cup.
2. I also don’t use disposable
chopsticks.
3. I also use rechargeable batteries.
4. I also make toys from scrap objects.
C.
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a. This helps by reusing good materials.
b. This helps by reducing water
pollution.
c. This helps by saving fossil fuels
such as oil.
d. This helps by cutting down the
amount of waste.
D.
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1. I help the environment by switching
off lights when I go out.
2. I switch them off because it saves
electricity.
3. Electricity is made from fossil fuels,
which are running out.
4. I also ride a bike to school instead
of taking the bus.

5. This helps by reducing air pollution.
6. It also saves me a lot of money.
7. If everyone did this, we would all be
superheroes.
8. Being green is smart!
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Sometimes, we get to go on field trips at
school. The trips are always educational
and fun. Last year, we went to a science
museum. We got to do a lot of science
experiments. I remember an experiment
with an egg the best. We put a whole
egg into a bottle. Next week, we get to
go on another field trip. We’re going to
visit an aquarium. I can’t wait to see the
jellyfish and sharks.
A.
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1. We got to clean up the beach near
our school.
2. We got to tour a television studio.
3. We got to plant trees on a farm.
4. We got to help out with elderly
people.
B.
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1. I remember the end of the day the
best. We filled a truck with the
garbage we picked up.
2. I remember the news desk the

best. We sat behind the desk and
pretended to be announcers.
3. I remember the pine trees the best.
We planted fifteen of them, and I
was really tired.
4. I remember an elderly woman in a
wheelchair the best. We played
games together in the garden.
C.
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a. We’re going to visit an animal shelter.
b. We’re going to visit an air traffic
control tower.
c. We’re going to visit a dinosaur
museum.
d. We’re going to visit a fire station.
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D.
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1. Often, we get to go on field trips at
school.
2. The trips are always interesting
and entertaining.
3. Last month, we went to a police
station.
4. We got to pretend to be police
officers and criminals.
5. I remember pretending to be a
thief the best.
6. We got locked up in jail.

7. Next month, we get to go on another
field trip.
8. We’re going to visit a chocolate
factory.
9. I can’t wait to taste the chocolate.
Track 81
I have many relatives. One of my favorite
relatives is my aunt Betty. She’s my mom’s
older sister. I really like visiting her because
she’s very funny. She always has great
food at her house, too. Her husband, my
uncle Bill, is also really nice. He treats me
like his daughter. I also enjoy hanging out
with their son. He is my cousin John, and
he’s younger than me. He always has fun
ideas for things to do.
A.
Track 82
1. One of my favorite relatives is my
grandpa Brian.
2. One of my favorite relatives is my
uncle Freddy.
3. One of my favorite relatives is my
cousin Jackie.
4. One of my favorite relatives is my
grandma Lulu.
B.
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1. I really like visiting her because
she always makes cakes.

2. I really like visiting her because
she has a garden.
3. I really like visiting him because he
tells lots of stories.
4. I really like visiting him because he
has great video games.
C.
Track 84
a. She treats me like a baby.
b. He treats me badly.
c. He treats me like a friend.
d. He treats me very well.
D.
Track 85
1. One of my favorite relatives is my
uncle James.
2. He’s my father’s younger brother.
3. I really like visiting him because he
has a big house.
4. His wife, my aunt Carol, is also
really nice.
5. She treats me very well.
6. I also enjoy hanging out with their
daughter.
7. She is my cousin Jackie, and she’s
older than me.
8. She always has lots of CDs for me
to borrow.
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Track 86

I want to encourage people to visit my
country. Switzerland has many things
to see and do. One of the most famous
places to visit is the Jungfraujoch. It’s a
very high mountain covered in snow
and glaciers. It can be reached by
Europe’s highest railway line. I think
everyone should visit Switzerland. It’s
surrounded by France, Germany, and
Italy. The land is mostly lakes and
mountains, with lots of farms. Come
and visit my beautiful country!
A.
Track 87
1. South Korea has many things to see
and do. One of the most famous
places to visit is the Gyeongbok
Palace.
2. Australia has many things to see and
do. One of the most famous places
to visit is the Great Barrier Reef.
3. Peru has many things to see and
do. One of the most famous places
to visit is Machu Picchu.
4. Greece has many things to see and
do. One of the most famous places
to visit is the Acropolis.
B.
Track 88
1. It can be reached by cable car or

climbing.
2. It can be reached by high-speed
elevator.
3. It can be reached by helicopter or
on horseback.
4. It can be reached by bus, or subway,
then on foot.
C.
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a. It’s the world’s largest coral reef.
b. It’s an underground tunnel
connecting France and England.
c. It’s where dead kings and their
families were buried.
d. It’s an ancient site with many
buildings and statues.
D.
Track 90
1. Australia has many things to see
and do.
2. One of the most famous places to
visit is the Great Barrier Reef.
3. It’s the world’s largest coral reef.
4. It can be seen from outer space.
5. I think everyone should visit
Australia.
6. It’s an island surrounded by the
Indian and Pacific oceans.
7. The land is mostly desert and
grassland with a few tropical areas.

8. Come and visit my amazing country!
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Track 91
I would like to try skiing. Skiing looks like
a fun sport. The best thing about skiing
is the speed. It would be thrilling going
down a mountain fast by yourself. In
order to ski, you need special equipment.
This includes skis, ski boots, ski goggles,
and poles. I don’t have any of this
equipment, so I need to get some.
Maybe my dad can buy them for me. But
then I’ll have to find some snow!
A.
Track 92
1. I would like to try surfing. Surfing
looks like a fun sport.
2. I would like to try ice hockey. Ice
hockey looks like a fun sport.
3. I would like to try inline skating.
Inline skating looks like a fun sport.
4. I would like to try rock climbing.
Rock climbing looks like a fun sport.
B.
Track 93
1. The best thing about skateboarding
is the aerial jumps.
2. The best thing about hang gliding
is the view.
3. The best thing about judo is the

throws.
4. The best thing about surfing is the
big waves.
C.
Track 94
a. In order to play ice hockey, you
need a helmet, pads, a stick, and a
puck.
b. In order to go motor racing, you
need a helmet and special clothes.
c. In order to do rock climbing, you
need a helmet, special shoes, and
some rope.
d. In order to do gymnastics, you need
a leotard, bare feet, and a mat.
D.
Track 95
1. I would like to try surfing.
2. Surfing looks like a fun sport.
3. The best thing about surfing is the
water.
4. It would be great riding a big wave
by yourself.
5. In order to surf, you need special
equipment.
6. This includes a surfboard and a
wetsuit.
7. I don’t have any of this equipment,
so I need to get some.
8. Maybe my mom can buy them for

me.
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Track 96
Every Saturday, I get an allowance from
my dad. If I’ve been good, I usually get
ten dollars. Sometimes, I save my money,
and sometimes I spend it. For example,
last week, I went to the candy store. I
bought some chocolate and some bubble
gum. That cost two dollars and fifty cents.
After that, I went to the book store near
my house. There, I bought a comic book
and a magazine. By Sunday, I had no
money left!
A.
Track 97
1. If I’ve been well behaved, I usually
get fifteen dollars.
2. If I’ve been naughty, I usually get
nothing.
3. If I’ve been good at school, I usually
get a lot.
4. If I’ve been helpful, I usually get an
extra five dollars.
B.
Track 98
1. For example, yesterday, I went to
the shopping mall.
2. For example, two days ago, I went
to the Chinese restaurant.

3. For example, last month, I went to
the amusement park.
4. For example, a few days ago, I went
to the movie theater.
C.
Track 99
1. I bought a model airplane and
some glue.
2. I bought a T-shirt and a pair of
shorts.
3. I bought a present for my cousin
and a plant.
4. I bought a notebook and some
nice gloves.
D.
Track 100
1. Every weekend, I get an allowance
from my parents.
2. If I’ve been good at school, I usually
get twenty dollars.
3. Sometimes I spend my money, and
sometimes I save it.
4. For example, yesterday, I went to
the shopping mall.
5. I bought a notebook and a
Halloween mask.
6. That cost over seven dollars.
7. After that, I went to the park near
our school.
8. There, I bought an ice cream for my

friend.