Reading Fusion 1
Answer Key
Unit 1 – Music and the Mind
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. i
2. j
3. h
4. d
5. l
6. a
7. m
8. c
9. n
10. e
B
1. expert
2. instrument
3. unique
4. anticipate
5. region
Reading Comprehension
1. C
2. B
3. B
4. A
5. C
Short Answers
1. Reading notes can improve spatial reasoning skills.
2. Memories are stored in the amygdala and hippocampus.
3. They are turned into music through the use of a mathematical procedure.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. C
2. A
3. C
4. C
5. B
B
1. poured in
2. unique
3. role
4. ability
5. instruments
C
1. Anticipation
2. discovers
3. concentration
4. Expertly
5. reminder
Word Parts
1. False
2. True
3. True
Grammar
1. Toronto is a great city where you can find some excellent restaurants.
2. This is a delicious fruit which only grows in these mountains.
3. I’d like to introduce you to my friend who works as a research assistant.
Write About It
Model Answer:
In my opinion, learning an instrument is best left to parents and children to decide. First,
children already have a lot to do everyday, including schoolwork and other activities. So
we don’t want to put more pressure on them. Second, not every child is musically
talented or even interested in music. We should let them choose between learning an
instrument and other activities such as drawing, playing sports, or learning computer
skills. I think studying music is a great idea – it’s just not for everyone.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. A
2. D
3. C
Reading
1. B
2. C
3. B
Supplementary Reading
1. F
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. T
Unit 2 – Body Language Across Cultures
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. j
2. h
3. n
4. b
5. c
6. g
7. k
8. d
9. a
10. m
B
1. referred to
2. vary
3. encourages
4. muscles
5. expressive
Reading Comprehension
1. C
2. C
3. A
4. A
5. C
Short Answers
1. It’s used to show happiness in North America, but in East Asia, it can be a sign of
discomfort.
2. It shows interest in what they’re saying and is thought to carry a sense of honesty.
3. People traveling abroad and those in international business have a strong need to learn
the body language of other cultures.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. A
2. C
3. B
4. B
5. A
B
1. gesture
2. posture
3. embarrassment
4. intensely
5. muscles
C
1. encouragement
2. Avoiding
3. expressive
4. tends to
5. opposite
Word Parts
1. True
2. False
3. True
Grammar
1. The album was recorded by the Beatles 45 years ago.
2. The guests’ names are being checked by the doorman.
3. Donations will be collected by volunteers at the mall.
Write About It
Model Answer:
Studying another culture’s body language is a great idea, but it may be hard to set up. The
best model would be an actual person, so you may need someone from another country to
visit the classroom. I suppose the problem could be solved by having a specially made
DVD, with people explaining and modeling the behavior. Another issue is age related,
since young and old people often have different body language. To make the program
comprehensive, you’d want behavior models from different age groups.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. D
2. A
3. B
Reading
1. B
2. D
3. A
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. T
3. F
4. T
5. F
Unit 3 – Turning Waste Into Wealth
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. o
2. i
3. f
4. a
5. n
6. l
7. h
8. c
9. j
10.m
B
1. potential
2. from scratch
3. creative
4. construction
5. effort
Reading Comprehension
1. C
2. D
3. C
4. C
5. D
Short Answers
1. The company converts the waste into biofuel.
2. Eako uses used fire hoses to make bags and wallets.
3. Reusing waste reduces garbage disposal costs and landfill use. (It also fights global
warming.)
Vocabulary Building
A
1. B
2. A
3. C
4. A
5. B
B
1. raw material
2. opportunity
3. from scratch
4. worthless
5. widespread
C
1. effort
2. Construction
3. convincing
4. ambitious
5. creatively
Word Parts
1. True
2. True
3. False
Grammar
1. Not only is the painting beautiful, but it’s also reasonably priced.
2. Not only will the storm damage the crops, but it might also flood the road.
3. Not only can I give you directions, but I can also drive you there myself.
Write About It
Model Answer:
Throwing away a lot of garbage is a terrible habit, and I do think strict laws should be in
place to stop the practice. The first stage should be an information campaign. The
government can use television and print ads to make sure everyone knows about
recycling opportunities. The next stage should include controlling the amount people
throw away. Every household should receive one small garbage bag per week. People
who throw away more than that will be required to pay a heavy fine.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. B
2. A
3. B
Reading
1. B
2. D
3. A
Supplementary Reading
1. F
2. T
3. T
4. T
5. F
Unit 4 – The Search for Other Worlds
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. f
2. m
3. h
4. e
5. i
6. a
7. n
8. d
9. l
10.c
B
1. inhabited
2. atmospheres
3. signal
4. universe
5. slightly
Reading Comprehension
1. A
2. A
3. C
4. C
5. B
Short Answers
1. The first exoplanet was found in 1995.
2. It causes the light from the stars to dim slightly.
3. They’ll try to photograph exoplanets and study their atmospheres.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. C
2. C
3. A
4. C
5. A
B
1. atmosphere
2. signal
3. inhabited
4. constantly
5. universe
C
1. suitability
2. indirectly
3. slight
4. limitation
5. dim
Word Parts
1. False
2. True
3. True
Grammar
1. Some interests, such as traveling, can be very expensive.
2. A number of actions, such as stealing and lying, can get you fired from your job.
3. Tourists in Bali enjoy leisure activities such as swimming, diving, and shopping.
Write About It
Model Answer:
If we find another planet with intelligent life, most, but not all, people will be happy.
Space is so large and mysterious, it’s almost impossible to comprehend. Finding other
life forms would be comforting, since we would know we aren’t alone. On the other
hand, evidence of alien life would make a lot of people afraid. Since it may take a long
time to understand the new species, some people would fear their intentions. At the very
least, I think the discovery would help unite the world, with people coming together to
solve our toughest problems.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. A
2. C
3. C
Reading
1. D
2. A
3. B
Supplementary Reading
1. F
2. T
3. F
4. F
5. T
Unit 5 - Crowdsourcing
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. m
2. e
3. d
4. k
5. g
6. o
7. h
8. b
9. f
10.j
B
1. More often than not
2. strategy
3. innovative
4. case by case
5. attractive
Reading Comprehension
1. A
2. C
3. D
4. A
5. C
Short Answers
1. A percentage goes to iStockphoto, and a percentage goes to the photographer.
2. They found participants on Mixi.
3. It saved the company a lot of money.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. A
2. B
3. A
4. C
5. B
B
1. Regardless of
2. in-house
3. strategy
4. case by case
5. Attractive
C
1. innovation
2. maintaining
3. submit
4. eager
5. come
Word Parts
1. True
2. True
3. False
Grammar
1. No, Mr. Grayson hasn’t returned yet.
2. I have been to India three times.
3. She has lived in the neighborhood six years.
Write About It
Model Answer:
In the future, we’ll still have “walk in” shops, but they will be very different from current
stores. People love shopping, but it’s not just about buying things. Walking around,
browsing, and talking to salespeople are also important. We need real stores for that kind
of interaction. Having said that, I think future stores will be a lot more interesting.
Cameras and 3D software will show what you would look like wearing a dress in any
color. If the store doesn’t have the color in stock, they’ll order it online.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. C
2. C
3. A
Reading
1. C
2. A
3. A
Supplementary Reading
1. F
2. T
3. F
4. F
5. T
Unit 6 – Architecture and Identity
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. c
2. g
3. d
4. b
5. l
6. n
7. a
8. m
9. k
10. e
B
1. masterpieces
2. leap over
3. symbols
4. imagination
5. landmarks
Reading Comprehension
1. B
2. D
3. A
4. D
5. B
Short Answers
1. The Burj Khalifa is 828 meters tall.
2. It transformed the struggling city into a major attraction.
3. It mentions the Golden Pavilion to provide an example of religious architecture.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. B
2. A
3. C
4. B
5. A
B
1. revenues
2. landmark
3. identity
4. masterpiece
5. leapt over
C
1. containing
2. symbolic
3. eventually
4. stood
5. imagining
Word Parts
1. True
2. False
3. True
Grammar
1. fresher
2. more difficult
3. fancier
4. softer
5. more clever
Write About It
Model Answer:
Building a new sports complex is a great idea, but if we’re going to pay higher taxes for
it, we should see some real benefits. That starts with lower ticket prices for city residents.
Why should I pay the same as someone who didn’t contribute to the project? Also, a
portion of the complex’s revenues should be paid to the city, which should return the
money to us in the form of a tax break. Basically, the city should consider the complex as
an investment, and along with the risks should come rewards.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. D
2. C
3. A
Reading
1. C
2. D
3. C
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. T
5. F
Unit 7 – Food Safety
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. i
2. a
3. d
4. o
5. k
6. g
7. h
8. e
9. m
10. j
B
1. scandals
2. come into play
3. Chemicals
4. essential
5. state of affairs
Reading Comprehension
1. C
2. D
3. B
4. B
5. C
Short Answers
1. It increased factory inspections and strengthened enforcement.
2. People should wash their hands for 20 seconds before preparing food for a meal.
3. Strong and well-enforced laws, as well as producer and consumer education, are
essential tools.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. C
2. A
3. C
4. B
5. B
B
1. come into play
2. hygiene
3. scandal
4. chemicals
5. not to mention
C
1. enforcement
2. frustration
3. inspections
4. occurrence
5. essential
Word Parts
1. False
2. True
3. True
Grammar
1. The new highway will be built in spite of the protests against it.
2. He is confident about finding work despite the high jobless rate.
3. Despite the high price, he still bought a new computer.
Write About It
Model Answer:
Placing a ban on importing food is, in my opinion, not a good idea. In the global
economy, it would be like taking a step backwards. Some countries have climates which
are well suited for certain fruits and vegetables, so they can grow them more cheaply. I
like the fact that I can get affordable apples from the USA and kiwis from New Zealand.
Also, imported food gives me a wider range of choices, which I enjoy. So whereas we do
rely on each other, I think it’s for the best.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. B
2. B
3. A
Reading
1. D
2. D
3. A
Supplementary Reading
1. F
2. F
3. T
4. T
5. T
Unit 8 – Spending a Fortune
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. m
2. a
3. i
4. d
5. e
6. l
7. f
8. j
9. k
10. n
B
1. lifestyle
2. cautious
3. burned through
4. legend
5. wind up
Reading Comprehension
1. C
2. C
3. D
4. A
5. B
Short Answers
1. They often purchase jewelry, clothing, cars, and boats.
2. They both lost their homes because they could no longer afford their mortgages.
3. Stars will likely rely on their savings once their star power fades.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. A
2. B
3. C
4. C
5. B
B
1. file for bankruptcy
2. lifestyle
3. upkeep
4. beyond their means
5. mortgage
C
1. caution
2. legendary
3. roughly
4. wound
5. obligation
Word Parts
1. False
2. False
3. False
Grammar
1. needs
2. are
3. have
4. says
5. feel
Write About It
Model Answer:
The way I see it, celebrities should pay for everything, but only under certain conditions.
If the star asks a dozen people to travel with him, they’re providing a service by making
him look good and keeping him company. As long as they don’t try to cheat the star or
intentionally spend too much, I think it’s fair that the celebrity covers the bill. However,
if a friend is not asked to join an entourage but still wants to, then he or she (and not the
star) should pay for plane tickets and hotel rooms.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. C
2. B
3. C
Reading
1. C
2. A
3. C
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. T
3. F
4. F
5. F
Unit 9 – Wonders of the Deep
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. e
2. l
3. k
4. o
5. b
6. c
7. g
8. h
9. m
10. a
B
1. vast
2. organs
3. mineral
4. enemies
5. ecosystems
Reading Comprehension
1. A
2. D
3. B
4. B
5. B
Short Answers
1. It touched down 10,916 meters below the surface.
2. The bacteria feed on sulfur.
3. They use their lights to find prey, defend themselves, and communicate.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. C
2. B
3. A
4. C
5. C
B
1. at their disposal
2. layout
3. organs
4. ecosystem
5. minerals
C
1. vastness
2. fiercely
3. perceive
4. Touching
5. defense
Word Parts
1. False
2. True
3. True
Grammar
1. The fans clapped, cheered, and shouted the player’s name.
2. I’d recommend calling Mark and telling him what happened.
3. Trust, honesty, and respect are important in a relationship.
Write About It
Model Answer:
Ocean research is best handled by private groups – especially universities and non-profit
groups. However, they should be supported by government grants and private donations.
Since non-profit groups don’t focus on making money, we can trust them to make the
right decisions and protect the environment. At the same time, if they receive government
money, they’ll be required to share their findings with everyone. That way, all of us can
benefit from the research.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. A
2. B
3. B
Reading
1. D
2. C
3. B
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. F
3. T
4. F
5. F
Unit 10 – Product Placement
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. j
2. f
3. d
4. a
5. g
6. b
7. h
8. o
9. n
10. e
B
1. In order to
2. opponents
3. blurs the line
4. make the most of
5. out of hand
Reading Comprehension
1. D
2. B
3. D
4. D
5. C
Short Answers
1. In 2007 firms spent $2.9 billion on product placements.
2. Powerful 3D graphics cards and the use of actual products make cities look realistic.
3. The company created a futuristic car for the movie I, Robot.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. A
2. A
3. A
4. C
5. B
B
1. opponents
2. blur the line
3. bartered
4. graphics
5. Clever
C
1. exhausting
2. integration
3. attentive
4. sponsor
5. dating
Word Parts
1. False
2. False
3. True
Grammar
1. If I had the power, I would change the law.
2. If the road opens, they will go skiing.
3. If the house were larger, we would put in a pool table.
Write About It
Model Answer:
In general, product placements are harmless. It doesn’t bother me if James Bond or
another character wears a real watch or uses a real cell phone. He’s going to need to use
those items anyway, so what’s the harm in their being branded? Also, it’s becoming
extremely expensive to produce films and TV shows. To raise money, I’d rather see
producers collect money from product placements, as opposed to raising ticket prices.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. B
2. D
3. A
Reading
1. D
2. D
3. C
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. T
5. F
Unit 11 – White Collar Crime
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. c
2. o
3. j
4. d
5. m
6. g
7. i
8. l
9. e
10. b
B
1. overhaul
2. was wary of
3. recipient
4. fraud
5. sophisticated
Reading Comprehension
1. C
2. A
3. B
4. C
5. C
Short Answers
1. Bank fraud, bribery, identity theft, and credit card fraud are four types of white collar
crime.
2. Law enforcement officials follow paper trails to gather evidence.
3. Yearly losses are estimated at $300 billion.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. B
2. B
3. C
4. A
5. B
B
1. executives
2. prison
3. be wary of
4. intended for
5. recipient
C
1. committing
2. previously
3. fraudulent
4. estimate
5. driving
Word Parts
1. False
2. True
3. False
Grammar
1. By the time I called to order tickets, the ticket office had already closed.
2. Because Harry had seen the play before, he didn’t come with us.
3. Since she had already taken the exam twice, she was prepared for it.
Write About It
Model Answer:
In order to stop white collar crime, we need to start by making data more secure. It’s far
too easy for thieves to steal our credit card numbers and personal information. Next,
governments need to get tougher on white collar criminals. Just because they can afford
the best lawyers doesn’t mean they should be above the law. Finally, those convicted of
fraud should be prevented from using computers for five years. For that type of criminal,
the punishment would be worse than prison!
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. D
2. A
3. A
Reading
1. C
2. C
3. C
Supplementary Reading
1. F
2. F
3. T
4. T
5. F
Unit 12 – Working Disabled
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. i
2. m
3. g
4. n
5. j
6. c
7. l
8. a
9. o
10. k
B
1. productive
2. accessible
3. engineer
4. disabled
5. entrepreneur
Reading Comprehension
1. B
2. C
3. A
4. B
5. B
Short Answers
1. They prepare disabled people for work in offices, schools, and many other work
places.
2. They worry about disabled workers taking time off or having trouble executing their
tasks.
3. It’s estimated to be worth ₤80 billion per year.
Vocabulary Building
A
1.B
2. C
3. C
4. A
5. B
B
1. unemployment rate
2. society
3. work ethic
4. engineer
5. disabled
C
1. Production
2. refusal
3. accessible
4. advantageous
5. Visually
Word Parts
1. True
2. True
3. False
Grammar
1. Songs getting a lot of radio play can become popular.
2. Foods high in oil and fat are bad for you.
3. Students planning to participate in the contest should contact Mr. Kim.
Write About It
Model Answer:
To make my favorite store more accessible to disabled people, a wheelchair ramp should
be installed. Currently, the only way to get inside is by going up a flight of stairs. Also,
some of the shelves could be set up so disabled people can use an electronic panel to
move them up, down, left, or right. Finally, I would like to see big red service buttons at
several key places in the store. If a disabled customer needs help with something, they’ll
just need to press the button, and a clerk or salesperson will go to the location.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. D
2. B
3. C
Reading
1. C
2. A
3. B
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. F
5. T
Unit 13 – Pet Therapy
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. e
2. n
3. o
4. j
5. d
6. b
7. k
8. f
9. i
10. h
B
1. phenomenon
2. candidates
3. depression
4. interact
5. adopt
Reading Comprehension
1. A
2. C
3. D
4. A
5. B
Short Answers
1. Their behavior is well established and predictable.
2. A senior citizen would need one if he or she had mobility problems.
3. They show a range of emotions and interact extensively with their owners.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. C
2. C
3. C
4. A
5. B
B
1. flexibility
2. senior citizens
3. companions
4. adopt
5. candidate
C
1. Ideally
2. confirmation
3. predictability
4. benefits
5. interacting
Word Parts
1. False
2. False
3. True
Grammar
1. Irene has so many dogs that her house looks like a pet store.
2. It was so cloudy last night that you couldn’t see the stars.
3. Diane is laughing so loudly that everyone is staring at her.
Write About It
Model Answer:
The way I see it, the best pets for senior citizens are living, breathing animals. One of the
most important benefits of having a pet is the way it gives its owner hope. Animals are
full of life, and when they walk, run, and jump, it gives their owners a sense of hope and
encouragement. Another key factor is the love and companionship provided by a pet.
Cats and dogs are visibly happy when they’re around their owners. It’s a feeling you
can’t get from a machine, no matter how cute it is.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. C
2. A
3. C
Reading
1. D
2. C
3. B
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. T
5. T
Unit 14 – Quantum Computers
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. l
2. b
3. j
4. n
5. o
6. e
7. g
8. k
9. f
10.a
B
1. practical
2. atomic
3. chips
4. theoretical
5. Physics
Reading Comprehension
1. D
2. D
3. A
4. B
5. A
Short Answers
1. The first quantum computer was built at MIT.
2. Three uses are searching through large databases, creating personalized medicine, and
cracking codes.
3. Error correction and cooling issues are two major problems.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. B
2. A
3. A
4. C
5. B
B
1. In the meantime
2. chips
3. Atomic
4. physics
5. practical
C
1. simultaneously
2. approach
3. superb
4. Theoretically
5. multiply
Word Parts
1. True
2. False
3. True
Grammar
1. Please find out who the owner of that car is.
2. I need to know where the meeting is being held.
3. What they are suggesting is impossible to believe.
Write About It
Model Answer:
Computers that are extremely powerful will be dangerous if we let them reach that point.
I’m afraid we already rely too much on machines, since they do everything from
controlling traffic lights to operating hospital equipment. The more computers do, the
lazier people become. On top of that, computers with artificial intelligence could start
making very important decisions, such as directing air traffic. I think a lot of people are
worried what would happen if a machine like that decided to stop cooperating.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. A
2. D
3. A
Reading
1. B
2. D
3. C
Supplementary Reading
1. F
2. F
3. T
4. F
5. T
Unit 15 – Breaking the Poverty Cycle
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. h
2. l
3. a
4. e
5. k
6. o
7. c
8. m
9. b
10. j
B
1. nutrition
2. infected
3. equation
4. community
5. taken for granted
Reading Comprehension
1. C
2. B
3. D
4. B
5. B
Short Answers
1. Some 1.4 billion people live in extreme poverty.
2. AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis affect poor countries.
3. A lack of iron and iodine can lead to stunted brain development.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. A
2. C
3. C
4. A
5. B
B
1. lack
2. take for granted
3. community
4. poverty
5. equation
C
1. nutritious
2. complexity
3. prioritize
4. vaccinated
5. infectious
Word Parts
1. True
2. True
3. False
Grammar
1. Besides being Microsoft’s founder, Bill Gates is involved in charity work.
2. In addition to new shoes, the children need new jackets.
3. Jacky manages our finances along with overseeing the IT department.
Write About It
Model Answer:
In order to break the poverty cycle, the first key is stabilizing the situation in very poor
countries. In some cases, that’s easier said than done, since places like Somalia have been
unstable for so long. However, we can target areas like disease control, which would help
millions of people. Second, poor children should have access to computers. The One
Laptop per Child program is helping make that a reality. Finally, I like the idea of
expanding micro-loans so anyone can open his or her business.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. C
2. B
3. C
Reading
1. B
2. B
3. C
Supplementary Reading
1. T
2. F
3. F
4. F
5. T
Unit 16 – The Future of Energy
Vocabulary Warmup
A
1. l
2. o
3. h
4. m
5. j
6. b
7. c
8. n
9. i
10.e
B
1. Moreover
2. electricity
3. at a crossroads
4. abundant
5. efficient
Reading Comprehension
1. A
2. B
3. A
4. D
5. A
Short Answers
1. Five hundred homes can be powered by a wind turbine.
2. Unused energy can be sold to power companies.
3. Ethanol and hydrogen may power future cars.
Vocabulary Building
A
1. B
2. B
3. C
4. C
5. A
B
1. Moreover
2. at a crossroads
3. rural
4. fossil fuel
5. underground
C
1. efficiency
2. Alternatively
3. combining
4. electricity
5. gradual
Word Parts
1. False
2. True
3. False
Grammar
1. The website can be used to plan many events, including weddings and parties.
2. I used to live in Taichung, but now I live in Hualien.
3. I’m used to dealing with angry customers.
Write About It
Model Answer:
If governments want companies to switch to clean energy sources, they should start by
giving firms tax breaks. If companies spend money on clean equipment, they deserve a
tax credit to help cover those costs. Second, there should be a Clean Energy Bureau in
every city or region, sharing information about the latest clean energy options. After all,
firms often want to do the right thing, but they may not know how. Third, governments
should give awards to the cleanest companies. Any firm would love that kind of
recognition and free advertising.
Focus on Testing
Listening
1. C
2. A
3. D
Reading
1. D
2. A
3. A
Supplementary Reading
1. True
2. True
3. True
4. True
5. False