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Chapter 1 The World of Books
Unit 1 Adventures on the Mississippi
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Mark Twain wrote The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s
Court, The Prince and the Pauper, and other novels. His short stories include “The
Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County” and “A Telephonic Conversation.”
2. I know that the characters in this novel are the same ones from Tom Sawyer. / I know that
Huck travels down the Mississippi River with a slave named Jim.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. T
2. I
3. T
4. I
5. F
B.
1. D
2. A
3. B
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C.
(Sample responses)
Huckleberry Finn is Twain’s most famous book for several reasons. It is well written, with
interesting characters, natural language of the time, and ideas for readers to think about.
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. A
2. B
3. A
B
1. B
2. C
3. B
4. D
5. D
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. D
2. A
3. B
4. A
5. C
B.
1. escape from
2. deal with
3. throw off
4. starts out
5. torn between
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Students can learn from reading Huckleberry Finn about life during the 1800s in the United
States. / Students can learn from reading Huckleberry Finn about the issue of slavery and
how Mark Twain thought about that issue.
2. A book that was banned is The Color Purple by Alice Walker. It was banned because some
people thought parts of the book were too violent or too sexual. / A movie that was banned is
The Exorcist. It was banned in some places because it was so scary. In other places it was
banned for religious reasons.
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Chapter 1 The World of Books
Unit 2 The Travels of Swift’s Satire
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. The word “Lilliputian” means a person who is from the island of Lilliput. The people from this
island are very small compared to normal people.
2. I know that in the story Gulliver travels to a country where the people are much smaller than
he is. / I know that Gulliver’s Travels was made into a movie starring Jack Black.
Vocabulary Preview
1. e
2. a
3. g
4. f
5. d
6. h
7. i
8. j
9. c
10. b
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. I
5. T
B.
1. D
2. C
3. C
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C.
(Sample responses)
Land
What Swift wanted to satirize
Lilliput
The war between France and England
Brobdingnag
The state of Europe
Laputa
Scientific achievements with no practical application
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. A
2. B
3. C
B.
1. satire
2. inhabit
3. vicious
4. inspire
5. species
6. capture
7. invade
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. A
2. C
3. C
4. A
5. B
B.
1. is considered
2. were inhabited
3. are being studied
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4. was fascinated
5. was printed
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I think this book remains popular even today because it is fun and entertaining to read. / I
think this book remains popular even today because it is an excellent work of satire.
2. Catch-22, South Park, The Simpsons, and The Colbert Report are all examples of satire.
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Chapter 2 The World Around Us
Unit 3 Come Rain or Come Shine
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. The weather affects us in many ways, including the clothes we choose to wear, the food we
choose to eat, and the activities in which we choose to engage.
2. I know that the atmosphere protects us from the sun and keeps the earth at a livable
temperature. / I know that by polluting the atmosphere, humans have caused global warming.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. T
2. F
3. I
4. T
5. F
B.
1. B
2. B
3. A
C.
1. atmosphere
2. barometer
3. layer
4. influences
5. satellites
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Vocabulary Review
A.
1. C
2. B
3. B
B.
1. A
2. B
3. C
4. D
5. C
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. A
2. B
3. C
4. B
5. D
B.
1. a hard form of precipitation
2. fast moving air in the stratosphere
3. a tall thin fellow
4. the bravest man I know
5. the fourth planet
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Meteorologists are important because they help us prepare for the weather. By predicting the
weather, these scientists can help us decide what to wear, whether or not to go on an outing,
and whether we should stay indoors until a storm has passed.
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2. People use satellites for many purposes. Cell phones, GPS units, and some TVs all rely on
satellites.
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Chapter 2 The World Around Us
Unit 4 Breaking Plates Can Break Plates
Pre-Reading Questions
(Suggested responses)
1. Earthquakes typically occur when earth’s tectonic plates shift or rub against one another.
They can also be triggered by mining and other human activities.
2. Earthquakes can topple buildings, destroy roads, and cause significant loss of human lives.
They can also trigger tsunamis.
Vocabulary Preview
1. e
2. c
3. g
4. f
5. b
6. i
7. h
8. j
9. a
10. d
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. F
2. F
3. T
4. I
5. F
B.
1. C
2. A
3. D
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C. (Sample response)
Both earthquakes and tsunamis are caused by tectonic plates striking each other or moving
against each other. Scientists have ways to measure these tectonic events, but they don’t have
reliable ways to predict them.
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. C
2. B
3. A
B.
1. intensity
2. trigger
3. tectonic
4. magnitude
5. detect
6. tremor
7. Seismic
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. B
2. D
3. A
4. A
5. D
B.
1. pieces of a puzzle
2. the weight of the world
3. an avalanche
4. someone moving furniture
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5. red hot flames
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Both the Richter Scale and the moment magnitude scale measure the intensity of an
earthquake. The Richter Scale calculates the size of the largest seismic wave during an
earthquake, while the moment magnitude scale measures the release of energy. The
moment magnitude scale is more precise and better suited for measuring larger earthquakes.
2. I would keep a supply of canned food and bottled water in my home. I would maintain an
emergency kit with batteries, medical supplies, blankets, and a portable radio. I would
identify one safe space in my house, like a bathroom or a closet, that would afford me the
most protection during an earthquake.
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Chapter 3 The World of Our Bodies
Unit 5 How the Red River Flows
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. The heart is an essential organ because it is responsible for pumping blood to supply the
whole body.
2. Blood delivers oxygen and nutrients to our body cells. It helps our bodies fight off viruses and
bacteria, and it seals off injured areas through clotting.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. F
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. I
B.
1. C
2. D
3. B
C.
(Sample responses)
Chamber
Function
Right atrium
collects blood returning to the heart
Right ventricle
receives blood from the right atrium; pushes blood into the lungs
Left atrium
collects blood returning from the lungs
Left ventricle
receives blood from the left atrium; sends blood into the rest of the body
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Vocabulary Review
A.
1. A
2. B
3. C
B.
1. A
2. D
3. D
4. D
5. C
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. A
2. D
3. B
4. A
5. C
B.
1. receives, from
2. carried, to
3. received, from
4. receive, from
5. carry, to
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. If someone suffers a critical injury or develops a serious disease, that person may require a
blood transfusion. Doctors can inject healthy blood directly into a patient’s blood vessels.
This blood can be lifesaving: it ensures that the patient’s cells have access to nutrition and
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oxygen, and it helps the patient fight off infection.
2. Heart-healthy practices include the following: engaging in daily cardiovascular exercises such
as jogging or swimming, eating nutritious foods that are low in fat and cholesterol, getting an
adequate night’s rest, and avoiding high levels of stress.
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Chapter 3 The World of Our Bodies
Unit 6 Studies Suggest Sitting Less Can Extend Our Lives
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. I don’t do much exercise every day. I do pushups and some jogging about once a week.
2. I think I need to walk around for at least thirty minutes each day to stay healthy.
Vocabulary Preview
1. e
2. i
3. c
4. j
5. h
6. b
7. g
8. d
9. a
10. f
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. F
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. I
B.
1. B
2. C
3. D
C.
1. designed
2. ubiquitous
3. colleagues
4. survey
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5. sedentary
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. B
2. C
3. B
B.
1. sedentary
2. occupation
3. assess
4. strategy
5. mortality
6. roamed
7. prompted
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. B
2. D
3. A
4. C
5. C
B.
1. What’re
2. It’s
3. There’re
4. Who’s
5. there’s
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I can increase my daily physical activity by standing more often while doing my work and by
taking walks after eating.
2. My life is less sedentary now than five years ago. Back then, I spent a lot more of my free
time watching TV. Now, I am on a soccer team, so more of my free time is spent practicing
and playing soccer.
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Chapter 4 The World of Language
Unit 7 Looking at Babies Learning to Speak
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. People usually make their voices higher and use simple words when they talk to a baby or
toddler.
2. Factors that might affect the age that a baby begins to speak include how often other people
speak around or to the baby, how people act when they speak to the baby, how much time the
baby is alone, and the number of different languages the baby hears in his or her environment.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. T
2. T
3. F
4. F
5. I
B.
1. D
2. B
3. D
C.
(Sample responses)
Theory
Statement
Imitation theory
Children learn by imitating the things their parents say.
Conditioning
Children learn by parents reinforcing word associations with praise and
theory
other rewards.
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Children have the innate skill and desire to learn to speak.
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. A
2. A
3. B
B.
1. A
2. B
3. C
4. D
5. A
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. A
2. B
3. B
4. D
5. B
B.
1. are given
2. has been promoted
3. were asked
4. was writing
5. are being used
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Adults have the ability to comprehend more complex ideas than children do. For example,
adults can understand the rules of grammar, but children cannot. Adults can read and study
books to learn, but children cannot.
2. It is easier for me to learn by interacting with people who speak that language. I have a hard
time absorbing concepts just by reading about them.
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Chapter 4 The World of Language
Unit 8 The Big Deal About Small Talk
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Last week, I had a conversation with a new friend. We talked about some of the classes we
are taking, and we shared our goals for the future. I learned that my friend hopes to become a
computer programmer.
2. I am not very good at small talk. It makes me nervous. I’m never quite sure what I should say.
Vocabulary Preview
1. g
2. b
3. f
4. i
5. h
6. j
7. a
8. d
9. c
10. e
Reading Comprehension
A.
1. F
2. T
3. I
4. F
5. T
B.
1. D
2. A
3. B
C.
1. casual
2. rapport
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3. interviews
4. communication
5. audiences
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. A
2. B
3. B
B.
1. rapport
2. interview
3. graduate
4. audience
5. casual
6. impression
7. Communication
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. C
2. B
3. A
4. B
5. C
B.
1. Happening almost everywhere
2. Thinking over the problem
3. Taking a significant risk
4. Raising his supporters’ hopes
5. Preparing for the exam
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. For me personally, topics such as my income, economic status, my love life, and my political
beliefs are off-limits for small talk with people I don’t know well.
2. Text messaging is quick and easy, but it can't replace face-to-face conversation. You miss out
on important facial expressions and vocal cues when you send text messages. It's easy to
misinterpret the meaning of a brief message.
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Chapter 5 The World of the Past
Unit 9 The Rise and Fall of the Mongol Empire
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. I know that Genghis Khan was a ruthless Mongolian conqueror.
2. Alexander the Great and Napoleon were also great conquerors.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. T
2. F
3. I
4. F
5. T
B
1. B
2. D
3. D
C.
(Sample response)
Genghis Khan was a ruthless conqueror, and he began an empire that grew to be larger than
any before or since. His descendants were also famous, conquering China, pioneering religious
tolerance, and building great structures such as the Taj Mahal.
Vocabulary Review
A
1. B
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2. C
3. A
B
1. A
2. B
3. C
4. B
5. D
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. A
2. C
3. A
4. B
5. C
B
1. for starting
2. to take
3. to assume
4. for making
5. to bring
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I think tolerance is usually a positive thing because it ensures that everybody has a chance to
express themselves however they want. However, too many opinions or perspectives can
discourage unity; this is what led to the downfall of the Mongol Empire.
2. I think it is possible to be too ambitious. People sometimes grow so consumed with ambition
and the desire for greatness that they never stop to appreciate and enjoy what they already
have.
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Chapter 5 The World of the Past
Unit 10 The Spanish Conquest of Mexico
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Countries establish colonies for a variety of reasons. They may want access to important
natural resources, they may require space for a growing population, or they may wish to
spread their cultural and religious beliefs.
2. I know that Mexico was colonized by the Spanish and that many of the native people were
ruthlessly killed by the conquistadors.
Vocabulary Preview
1. e
2. f
3. b
4. g
5. d
6. c
7. h
8. a
9. i
10. j
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. T/I
3. F
4. I
5. T
B
1. A
2. C
3. D
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C
(Sample response)
Cortez traveled to Mexico and fought with the Aztecs. He managed to take over Tenochtitlan,
the Aztec capital was governor of New Spain for a while.
Vocabulary Review
A
1. A
2. B
3. A
B
1. civilizations
2. ransom
3. conversion
4. territory
5. superstitious
6. previous
7. crisis
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. B
2. A
3. C
4. A
5. B
B
1. Because of
2. because
3. Because of
4. because of
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5. Because
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Yes, my country was previously conquered by others. The conquerors came from England,
France, and Spain. They conquered the native people living in my country.
2. I think it’s important to respect your leaders even if you don’t agree with them. We should
always be respectful of others. However, I don’t think it’s necessary to follow people with
whom you disagree, regardless of their position or rank. Everybody should be free to make
their own choices.
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Chapter 6 The World of Technology
Unit 11 Internet Fundraising Helps Farmers Flourish
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Selling things or seeking donations are the most common ways of raising funds for projects.
2. Farmers probably have to borrow money from banks for their farms.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. T
3. I
4. F
5. T
B
1. B
2. C
3. A
C.
(Sample response)
Kickstarter was originally launched to help artists and musicians, but now anyone, even farmers,
can use it if their projects are approved. In addition to raising money, people who use Kickstarter
feel that it helps them get their names out and helps them with their sales.
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Vocabulary Review
A
1. C
2. C
3. B
B
1. A
2. D
3. B
4. C
5. D
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. B
2. C
3. B
4. B
5. C
B
1. loans
2. feedbackW
3. pastures
4. riceW
5. savings
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I saw an online advertisement for a computer game that I hadn’t known about. I tried it, and it
was a lot of fun!
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2. I would be more willing to give money to support an artist because they seem to have the
least chance of making money some other way. Musicians can get jobs playing music or
giving lessons, and farmers can sell their produce or animals.
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Chapter 6 The World of Technology
Unit 12 How Technology Shook Up the Music Industry
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. I like to listen to many different kinds of music. Some of my favorite genres are pop,
bluegrass, and classical music.
2. I prefer to download most of my music from the Internet. Sometimes I buy CDs at the store,
but not very often.
Vocabulary Preview
1. b
2. c
3. h
4. i
5. d
6. a
7. f
8. g
9. e
10. j
Reading Comprehension
A
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. I
5. T
B
1. C
2. A
3. D
C
1. aspect
2. consume
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3. interact
4. positive
5. devices
Vocabulary Review
A
1. A
2. A
3. B
B
1. interact
2. aspect
3. device
4. swap
5. portable
6. earphones
7. consumed
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. A
2. D
3. B
4. A
5. B
B
1. as
2. when
3. if
4. when
5. if
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I think technology has decreased the amount of personal interaction we have on a daily basis
because it’s often easier to text or email someone than it is to meet them for coffee. However,
I think technology has also brought us closer in some ways. If it weren’t for technology, I
wouldn’t be able to video chat with my aunt who lives in America.
2. Overall, I think the Internet has had a positive effect on the music industry because it has
made music much more accessible to listeners. Likewise, budding musicians can put their
music on YouTube and gain a following without ever working with a record company.
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Chapter 7 The World of Science
Unit 13 A Closer Look at Acids
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Yes, I took chemistry in high school. I enjoyed the lab experiments that we did, but I had
difficulty understanding the equations and worksheets we had to complete.
2. I know that acids and bases are opposites, but that both strong acids and strong bases could
hurt you if you’re not careful.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. T
3. T
4. I
5. F
B
1. D
2. A
3. C
C.
(Sample responses)
Chemist
Svante Arrhenius
Definition of acids
An acid is anything that produces hydrogen ions when dissolved in water.
Brønsted and Lowry An acid is something capable of giving a proton to another molecule.
Modern chemists
An acid is an electron pair acceptor.
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Vocabulary Review
A.
1. C
2. C
3. A
B.
1. A
2. D
3. C
4. C
5. D
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. A
2. D
3. B
4. C
5. A
B.
1. look it up
2. compare acids with
3. based on that
4. give them away
5. dissolved in water
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I learned that an acid’s strength is determined by how readily the molecules form ions. I also
learned that milk is only slightly acidic.
2. No, I don’t really enjoy doing experiments in chemistry. We always have to use a lot of safety
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equipment, so that makes me nervous. When I do experiments, I worry about getting hurt or
hurting others.
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Chapter 7 The World of Science
Unit 14 Sources and Uses of Fluorine
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. I think fluorine is used to make toothpaste. That means it might be something like soap or
disinfectant.
2. The words “fluorine” and “fluorescent” both start with “fluor,” so I think it might have something
to do with fluorescence.
Vocabulary Preview
1. h
2. g
3. a
4. j
5. i
6. b
7. c
8. d
9. e
10. f
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. I
3. T
4. F
5. T
B
1. A
2. B
3. C
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C
(Sample response)
Fluorine is an oxidizing agent found in the mineral fluorite. It is useful in many ways, but too
much of it in certain forms can have bad effects on people and the environment.
Vocabulary Review
A
1. A
2. B
3. C
B
1. element
2. insulation
3. overuse
4. release
5. compounds
6. benefit
7. decay
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. A
2. D
3. B
4. B
5. C
B
1. adding
2. to brush
3. to give off
4. studying
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5. to change
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. We should fluoridate drinking water because it can benefit a lot of people. As long as there is
not too much fluoride in water, I don’t think it will be harmful.
2. Another chemical that can both help and harm people is chlorine. Chlorine is used to kill
germs in drinking water. However, it also harms the body by sometimes causing breathing
problems. Some pesticides are also both helpful and harmful. They help us by protecting farm
crops from pests, but they can harm us if we don’t wash them off of our food.
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Chapter 8 The World of Medicine
Unit 15 To Vaccinate or Not to Vaccinate?
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. The last time I got a vaccination was three months ago. It was a vaccination for the flu.
2. Vaccinations have protected many communities from outbreaks of dangerous diseases. They
have also eradicated certain diseases.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. I/T
3. T
4. I
5. T
B
1. C
2. C
3. A
C
1. immunity
2. antibodies
3. claim
4. vaccinations
5. outbreaks
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Vocabulary Review
A
1. B
2. A
3. C
B
1. C
2. D
3. A
4. D
5. C
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. A
2. C
3. D
4. A
5. A
B
1. who
2. who
3. which
4. that
5. which
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Yes, I think governments should mandate vaccinations in order to protect the collective health
of their people.
No, I don’t think the government has a right to decide for the people matters concerning their
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own bodies and health.
2. Some other medical debates include cloning, stem cell research, and euthanasia.
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Chapter 8 The World of Medicine
Unit 16 Herbal Medicine: Past and Present
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. The bark of willow trees can be used like aspirin. Honey and lemon can be made into a tea
for soothing a sore throat or cold. The liquid inside aloe vera plants is good for burns.
2. Generally, herbal medicines are used for skin conditions, aches, and pains. They are not
used with more serious medical complications, like heart disease or cancer.
Vocabulary Preview
1. f
2. j
3. a
4. c
5. h
6. g
7. e
8. d
9. b
10. i
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. I
B
1. B
2. B
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3. D
C
(Sample response)
Herbalism, the use of plants and herbs as medicines for improving health, has a long history
throughout the world. Although Western medicine has replaced many traditional practices,
herbal medicines are still used in many cultures today. Some people in the West prefer these
natural remedies, too.
Vocabulary Review
A
1. C
2. A
3. B
B
1. dose
2. reproduction
3. traditional
4. predator
5. isolate
6. ingredients
7. alternative
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. D
2. A
3. A
4. B
5. D
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B
1. are
2. are
3. is
4. are
5. is
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. People might choose alternative medicine when Western medicine does not work or
produces uncomfortable side effects. People might also choose herbal medicine because
they do not trust Western medicine.
2. When cold symptoms start to appear, I usually take echinacea. I feel like it gets rid of my cold
faster, but I am not sure.
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Chapter 9 The World of Art
Unit 17 Piecing Together the History of Mosaics
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. In my culture, many artists paint on canvas, using oil, watercolor, or acrylic paint. Drawing is
common, too. In museums, you can also find a wide array of prints, pottery, carvings, and
sculptures.
2. A mosaic is a piece of art which uses tiny pieces of hard material, like glass or stone, to make
a large picture or pattern. Wall paintings and floor paintings are made with paints, as the
name suggests.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. I
3. F
4. T
5. T
B
1. D
2. C
3. C
C
1. decorating
2. elaborate
3. featured
4. idols
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5. reinvented
Vocabulary Review
A
1. A
2. C
3. A
B
1. C
2. A
3. C
4. B
5. B
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. C
2. A
3. C
4. B
5. C
B
1. were found
2. decorated
3. was reinvented
4. revitalized
5. were used
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I prefer the Islamic style of mosaics, so my mosaic would be an intricate, symmetrical pattern
with bright colors and closely fitting pieces.
2. In the future, mosaics might be more easily or differently created using computer software.
Computer technology could create some unique, unexpected effects for mosaics.
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Chapter 9 The World of Art
Unit 18 The Making of Beautiful Batiks
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Crafts are things people make using their hands, and these things may or may not have a
functional purpose. When done well, they usually require a lot of time, skill, and artistry.
Some well-known crafts include woodworking, quilting, and knitting.
2. Indonesia is a large, populous country in Southeast Asia. It is predominately a Muslim country.
It is famous for its coffee, jungles, beaches, puppetry, traditional musical instruments, and
batik.
Vocabulary Preview
1. e
2. h
3. j
4. a
5. i
6. c
7. d
8. g
9. f
10. b
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. T
3. I
4. T
5. I
B
1. B
2. D
3. C
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C
(Sample responses)
Preparing the fabric
• stretch the fabric
Applying the wax
• trace or draw a design with hot wax
• apply wax to the opposite side of the fabric
Dyeing the fabric
• wash the fabric
• dip the fabric in dye
Finishing the batik
• hang the fabric to dry
• remove some or all of the wax
• repeat the process to add more colors
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. C
2. A
3. C
B.
1. trace
2. vat
3. scrape
4. synthetic
5. copper
6. requires
7. Crafts
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. D
2. B
3. D
4. B
5. A
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B.
1. Finally
2. Next
3. before
4. soon
5. Once
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I tie-dyed a T-shirt in elementary school. I used rubber bands to bind the T-shirt. Then I
dipped it in buckets of various dyes. Finally, I hung my T-shirt to dry. When it was ready, I
wore it to school.
2. One thing I bought as a souvenir was a shirt. It was not hand-crafted. It was just a normal
shirt with the name of the city that I visited on it.
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Chapter 10 The World We Live In
Unit 19 Standing Up for Animals Rights
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Many people treat their pets very well. In fact, many pets are treated like members of the
family! However, other animals are not treated so well. Many farm animals live in poor
conditions and are treated badly. Sometimes zoo and circus animals are also mistreated.
2. I think that animals should have the rights to live without fear or pain. Even in cities, animals
should have a right to live in the natural environment. People should not cut down all the trees
or dig up all the ground for buildings.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. F
3. I
4. T
5. F
B
1. C
2. B
3. A
C
1. Domesticated
2. evidence
3. ethics
4. founded
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5. violations
Vocabulary Review
A
1. B
2. B
3. C
B
1. C
2. B
3. C
4. D
5. A
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. A
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. C
B
1. hunting
2. founding
3. concerned
4. influencing
5. hired
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I know that some farm animals that are raised for food are kept in very small cages.
Sometimes they are given growth hormones so that they grow bigger and faster. I think these
animals must suffer a lot.
2. I have had experience taking care of cats and dogs. The cats were my pets. The dogs were
my friend’s pets, but I took care of them when my friend’s family was out of town. I think it is
easier taking care of cats because you don’t have to take them for walks.
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Chapter 10 The World We Live In
Unit 20 Looking at Healthcare Systems
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. I rarely visit the doctor. I only go when I need a health check-up once a year.
2. Yes, I know about my friend’s family who had trouble paying for health services. Her
grandmother needed an expensive operation. The hospital allowed the family to pay a little
each month. They are still making payments today.
Vocabulary Preview
1. e
2. d
3. c
4. g
5. i
6. b
7. h
8. f
9. j
10. a
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. F
3. T
4. F
5. I
B
1. C
2. A
3. D
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C
(Sample responses)
Type of healthcare
Subsidized
Advantages
Disadvantages
personal expenses are less for
poor citizens still have to pay; the
individuals
poorest people may not get medical
services
Universal
Private
everyone has access to
can be a long wait to receive medical
medical care
care
encourages competition, lower
poor people may not get any medical
prices, and efficiency among
care or insurance
doctors and hospitals
Vocabulary Review
A.
1. B
2. C
3. B
B.
1. insurance
2. facility
3. subsidize
4. professional
5. income
6. monopoly
7. individual
Language Form and Meaning
A.
1. A
2. D
3. C
4. D
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5. B
B
1. with
2. through
3. in
4. with
5. on
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Yes, I think a country’s government should pay for healthcare because it is the government’s
job to take care of its citizens. That includes the poor as well as the rich. If only wealthy
people can afford healthcare, then it is not a fair system.
2. I think wealthier people would prefer private healthcare because it provides better and more
personal care. Medical companies probably would also prefer it because that system would
allow them to do more business and make more money.
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Chapter 11 The World of Business
Unit 21 One Woman’s Makeover of the Cosmetics Industry
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. I’ve seen Estée Lauder’s name in catalogues and in department stores. I think her name is a
brand name for makeup or skin-care products.
2. It seems almost impossible for one person to build a company on their own. It would be much
easier to do it with the help of a team. I guess a person would need to have an excellent
product to sell, or else he or she needs some kind of brilliant marketing strategy.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. T
2. F
3. I
4. F
5. F
B.
1. C
2. A
3. B
C
1. cosmetics
2. passion
3. campaigns
4. reputation
5. Exclusive
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Vocabulary Review
A
1. B
2. C
3. A
B
1. C
2. D
3. D
4. B
5. A
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. B
2. C
3. B
4. A
5. D
B
1. makeover
2. salesperson
3. makeup
4. hairdresser
5. businessmen
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. It might be easier today to create a business the way Estée Lauder did because of the
Internet and other fast and inexpensive ways to disseminate information. However, there
would also be a lot more competition because of the Internet, so it might be more difficult to
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become so successful.
2. I think Lauder’s strategies were unusual and creative because at that time there probably
were not many women starting their own businesses. There were probably also not many
companies that tried to sell their products only to women and aim their marketing campaigns
only at women.
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Chapter 11 The World of Business
Unit 22 Richard Branson and the Virgin Brand
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Bill Gates is a famous entrepreneur. Everybody knows he started Microsoft. He’s also a wellknown philanthropist. Together, he and his wife founded the Gates Foundation.
2. I have seen the brand Virgin associated with the music and airline industries mainly, for
example, Virgin Records and Virgin Airlines.
Vocabulary Preview
1. f
2. i
3. h
4. a
5. g
6. d
7. c
8. j
9. b
10. e
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. T
3. I
4. F
5. I
B
1. B
2. A
3. C
C. (Sample response)
Richard Branson is CEO of the Virgin brand. After taking on a lot of risks through ventures in
various industries, such as magazines, music, and airlines, he proved himself to be a very
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successful entrepreneur.
Vocabulary Review
A
1. C
2. A
3. A
B
1. lyrics
2. Eventually
3. personality
4. oversee
5. publicity
6. discounted
7. soared
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. C
2. C
3. C
4. A
5. B
B
1. about
2. out
3. off
4. up
5. on
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Richard Branson seems easy to admire. Without a doubt, he has an adventurous spirit and is
willing to take risks and try new things. He also takes care of his employees. His road to
wealth was not just handed to him, like some. Branson earned it.
2. Although formal education seems to be prized more now than ever, I think it is still possible to
succeed without a high school education. Especially with the booming technology industry,
young people can learn a lot at home from their computers and from interactions with
technology. They could become innovators in that industry without having formal education.
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Chapter 12 The World of Psychology
Unit 23 Trends in Examining the Mind
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. One famous psychologist was Sigmund Freud. He was known for his concepts of the id and
superego, and he developed psychoanalysis.
2. I think the way people are raised makes them act the way they do. The events that happen
when they are young and the way their parents treat them affect how they act when they grow
up.
Vocabulary Preview
(Answers will vary.)
Reading Comprehension
A
1. T
2. F
3. T
4. F
5. I
B
1. B
2. C
3. A
C
(Sample response)
People have studied the connection between mind and body for a long time, and since the
1800s, many competing theories and approaches to therapy have been developed. For
example, psychoanalysis, behaviorist approaches, and humanist approaches provide different
methods for therapists to use with clients.
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Vocabulary Review
A
1. B
2. A
3. A
B
1. C
2. D
3. C
4. C
5. B
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. A
2. A
3. D
4. B
5. D
B
1. yours
2. her
3. his
4. mine
5. theirs
Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. Visiting a psychologist might be helpful when you want to break a pattern of thought or
behavior, such as losing weight, leaving a bad relationship, or changing your spending habits.
More seriously, someone should visit a psychologist if he or she is depressed or having
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severe emotional problems.
2. I think I agree with the humanists the most because it is difficult to test and study the
unconscious, and I think behaviorists seem to oversimplify the motivations behind people’s
behavior.
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Chapter 12 The World of Psychology
Unit 24 Remember This
Pre-Reading Questions
(Sample responses)
1. Yes, I do because I can remember details really well, like where I put my keys or where I set
my wallet.
2. Remembering people’s faces is easy for me, but names are harder. Numbers are challenging
because they don’t always relate to each other and sometimes seem meaningless.
Vocabulary Preview
1. h
2. a
3. g
4. i
5. d
6. c
7. j
8. e
9. b
10. f
Reading Comprehension
A
1. F
2. T
3. I
4. T
5. F
B
1. D
2. C
3. B
C
1. Sensory
2. temporary
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3. recall
4. impair
5. techniques
Vocabulary Review
A
1. B
2. B
3. C
B
1. Physical
2. sequence
3. temporary
4. recall
5. sensory
6. neurons
7. impairs
Language Form and Meaning
A
1. C
2. B
3. A
4. D
5. A
B
1. should
2. can
3. could
4. might
5. must
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Discussion Topics
(Sample responses)
1. I can get enough sleep and eat a healthy diet to keep my brain and memory working well. I
can also keep my brain young by doing mental exercises such as puzzles, learning a musical
instrument, or studying a new language.
2. When I meet a new person, I try to match his or her name with something I learn about the
person. For example, if a boy named Bob tells me that he lives near the subway, then I
remember him as Subway Bob.
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