Answer Key

DIALOGUE
Track 3 As you listen, write the correct keywords and phrases from the box in the blanks.
Then, practice the dialogue with a partner.

get a shot a TV commercial prevent infection

safe and sound make(s) sense I’m impressed

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Jessica: I learned from that I should find out if I need any
vaccinations before traveling. Do you know anything about this?
Tony: The TV commercial you mentioned is actually produced by the

PREPARATION Department of Health. The purpose of receiving vaccines is to

.
Jessica: Right, that . Could you tell me more?
Tony: Let’s say, for example, you are traveling to tropical Brazil. The required
vaccine by the International Health Regulations is the Yellow Fever
vaccination.
Lesson 1 Jessica: Wow, . You know so much about this. Where
Dengue Fever there.
do I get more information on travel vaccinations?
Tony: Well, a travel medicine clinic will do. If you are flying out to another country,
VOCABULARY Tony: If that’s the case, I suggest you
you should schedule a visit to see a doctor at the clinic four to six weeks.

A. 1. C 2. B 3. D 4. E 5. A 6. F make an appointment and get a

Jessica: Thanks. The information really helps. I’m leaving for Thailand next week. I
heard about an outbreak of Dengue Fever there.
shot if necessary.
Tony: If that’s the case, I suggest you make an appointment and
B. 1. immune 2. valuables if necessary.
Jessica: I certainly hope so!
Jessica: I certainly hope so!
3. infection 4. travel kit Tony: Happy traveling! Come home
Tony: Happy traveling! Come home !
Do you
know?

5. mobile 6. vaccination safe and sound! Do you know

different
there are
ways to stay
healthy when
traveling?
DIALOGUE LET'S LEARN
1. a TV commercial 2. prevent infection LET’S LEARN
There are many common diseases in different parts of the world. Match the
disease/virus on the left with the pollutant on the right.
3. makes sense 4. I’m impressed
Malaria a getting bit by a mosquito with a parasite
5. get a shot 6. safe and sound Cholera b getting bit by a mosquito

Track 3 Rabies c getting bit by an infected dog

Zika Virus drinking contaminated water

Jessica: I learned from a TV commercial d

that I should find out if I need any 5

vaccinations before traveling. Do Do you

Unit 1 PREPARATION

you know anything about this? know?

Tony: The TV commercial you mentioned • get vaccinations

is actually produced by the • take vitamins
Department of Health. The purpose • eat at clean restaurants
of receiving vaccines is to prevent • avoid farms, wildlife
infection.
Jessica: Right, that makes sense. Could you
tell me more? Lesson 2
Tony: Let’s say, for example, you are TUNE IN
traveling to tropical Brazil. The
A. b
required vaccine by the International
Health Regulations is the Yellow B. 1. frequent flier 2. a headache
Fever vaccination. 3. over the edge 4. relieve the stress
Jessica: Wow, I’m impressed. You know
so much about this. Where do Track 4

I get more information on travel Hi, my name is Serena Hamilton. I work

vaccinations?
Tony: Well, a travel medicine clinic will
do. If you are flying out to another
country, you should schedule a visit
to see a doctor at the clinic four to
six weeks.
Jessica: Thanks. The information really
helps. I’m leaving for Thailand next
week. I heard about an outbreak of
for Voyage, a travel agency in downtown
Philadelphia. Today, I will share with you how
to pack lightly for international travel.
I myself am also a frequent flier. Most
of what you hear next comes my personal
experiences.
Fuel prices have been skyrocketing. As
a result, airlines are forced to reduce costs
because they want to remain competitive.

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It is not hard to imagine why regulations
on checked baggage have become
stricter. Packing for an international trip is
already a headache, so the worry of your
luggage’s weight can push you over the
edge.
Are there any ways to relieve the
stress of packing? Yes, I’d say. First of
all, I suggest pick a lightweight suitcase.
Aluminium handles reduce the weight of
your luggage. Second, bring along two
pairs of shoes while traveling. Choose to
wear the heavier pair during the flight and
put the other lighter pair in the luggage.
Third, bring two pairs of pants. This way,
you are once again cutting down the
overall weight of your luggage. When you
do this, make sure you choose pants of
neutral colors, such as beige and black.
Last but not least, pack in your travel kit.
I’ll take your questions now. Anyone?
YOUR TURN
Students’ answers might vary.
LET’S LEARN MORE
B. 1. operate
2. international roaming plan
3. desire
2 ITINERARY
Lesson 1
VOCABULARY
A. 1. A 2. C 3. F 4. B 5. D 6. E
B. 1. weather forecast 2. budget
3. hostel 4. client
5. layover 6. rail timetable
DIALOGUE
1. rite of passage 2. Tell me about it
3. problem-solving skills 4. personal belongings
5. at all times 6. make sure
Track 7
Sam: For many young people,
backpacking is considered a rite of
passage and a proof of maturity.
Carrie: Tell me about it! Traveling
independently in a foreign
country
requires courage and ambition, plus
the problem-solving skills to make it
happen.
Sam: That’s why I am planning a
backpacking trip through Europe
this summer. Maybe I’ll plan a train
itinerary. Do you want to come
along?
Carrie: Seriously? That sounds fun! But how
do we do it?
Sam: Well, for starters, get a nice
backpack.
Carrie: That makes sense, especially
when our
personal belongings are
strapped to our backs.
Sam: Exactly, and that’s why we also need
to pack light.
Carrie: How about accommodation? Living
in hotels at all times might be way
too expensive, and I’m not sure
whether I can afford that.
Sam: A hostel might help us cut down the
cost. I suggest we buy a book about
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 back-packing in Europe for more
information.
Carrie: That’s a good idea! Tips from a
book might help us save more
time and money for traveling.
Sam: One more thing, make sure you
have a valid passport.
Carrie: You really know what you’re
doing! Thanks for the reminder!
LET’S LEARN
c
1. 2. b 3. a 4. d
Do you
know?
A hostel is a building which offers inexpensive
accommodations to people. You can look up the
information on these websites:
• HostelBookers
• HostelWorld
• HostelsEurope
an easy-to-view itinerary on hand. I also
make sure the following information is
included in my superior’s travel itinerary.
• date of travel, check-in times, flight
times, and flight numbers
• the name and location of the
departure airport and the airport
terminal number
• information about transportation to
the departure airport
• the name and location of the arrival
airport
• name, address, telephone number,
and room reservation number of the
hotel
• time and location for all meetings
with whom to meet, and the meeting
agenda
YOUR TURN
Students’ answers might vary.

Lesson 2 LET’S LEARN MORE

TUNE IN B. 1. B 2. A

A. b

B. 1. administrative assistant 2. much easier

3. easy-to-view 4. on hand

Track 8

Good morning, my name is Eva. I am

an administrative assistant to the business
director of a multinational company. Today, I
am going to share a bit of my experience in
providing a well-organized travel itinerary to
my boss. She’s always flying in and out of
the country. To someone like her, a detailed
itinerary will make her life so much easier.
In the business trip itinerary, I always
organize each day by sorting the event’s
starting times. This way, my boss will have

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 3 AIR TRAVEL
Lesson 1
VOCABULARY
A. 1. B 2. E 3. C 4. F 5. D 6. A
B. 1. expense 2. carrier
3. priority 4. frequent flier
5. network 6. waiting list
DIALOGUE
1. full-service airline 2. Guess what
3. stay profitable 4. far less noticeable
5. depends on 6. figuring out
Track 11
Alice: What’s the difference between a
full-
service airline and a budget carrier?
Chris: Guess what? Ticket prices could be
way different.
Alice: I didn’t know that. I wonder how
a budget airline manages to stay
profitable by offering cheaper ticket
prices.
Chris: Well, these airlines remove most
services on their flight, such as food
and baggage. As a result, these
service fees are then taken out from
the ticket price.
Alice: So, you’re saying they charge
passengers for meals and checked
baggage?
Chris: That’s right. If you begin to add
additional services back into the
original ticket price, the difference
between budget carriers and full-
service airlines becomes far less
noticeable.
Alice: Budget carriers may not be a better
way to reduce travel expenses then.
It really depends on what services a
customer can do without.
Chris: Correct! Also, budget airlines aren’t
members of airline networks, such
as the Star Alliance. I do know some
websites offer price comparisons
between full-service airlines and
budget carriers. I guess you just
have to do your homework in
advance.

Alice: True. I might end up figuring
out that budget carriers are not
always the best option, especially
when making international flights!
LET’S LEARN
Students’ answers might vary.
Do you
know?
• Scoot: to and from Singapore, China, and India.
yvar • Virgin America: the U.S.
• AirAsia: 65 destinations in 25 countries
• Cebu Pacific: Philippines
Lesson 2
TUNE IN
A. d
B. 1. frequent flier program 2. To begin with
3. benefit from 4. be awarded for
Track 12
The more you fly, the more benefits – Join
the frequent flier program!
Good afternoon, my name is Mike
Simons. I am the customer relationship
manager of Sunrise Airlines. Thanks for
having me here today to talk to you about
our frequent flier program.
To begin with, frequent flier programs
are designed to establish customer loyalty
among passengers of certain airlines.
Members of an airline’s frequent flier program
can benefit from streamlined reservation
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 4 DEPARTURE AND
ARRIVAL
Lesson 1
procedures, priority boarding, and free
access to airport VIP services and facilities. VOCABULARY
Besides, miles could be awarded for free
A. 1. C 2. E 3. B 4. F 5. A 6. D
tickets and cabin class upgrades.
As the mileage accumulates, your B. 1. snacks 2. lounge
membership will be upgraded to higher tiers, 3. announcement 4. repay
where you can enjoy greater benefits and 5. claim 6. complimentary
services when you travel. One of the perks
is no more waiting lists! I hope you find this DIALOGUE
session informative, and feel free to contact 1. for boarding 2. plenty of
me anytime. I’ll take your questions now. 3. taken care of 4. jointly operated
Anyone? 5. kill time 6. tag along
YOUR TURN
Track 15
You just learned about frequent flier programs. First, find which airlines are
YOUR TURN
members of these three networks: SkyTeam, Oneworld, or Star Alliance. Second,
match the air companies with the names of alliances. rew and Zona are traveling to Beijing to
D
EVA Air
China
Airlines
Korean
Air
United
Airlines
Cathay
Pacific
visit their clients. They just went through
customs and immigration at the airport and
Star Alliance SkyTeam Oneworld
are now waiting to board.
Drew: Come on! Let’s move to Gate C5 for
LET’S LEARN MORE boarding.

Track 13 LET’S LEARN MORE
A. Do you know that you don’t need to actually be in an aircraft to earn flight miles?
Read the article below and find out more information. Zona: We have about an hour before
B. 1. partner 2. members
One Swipe, More Miles boarding begins. You know there
3. offer
Nowadays, airlines’ frequent flier programs are often linked to business partners like credit
are plenty of duty-free shops at the
card companies, hotels and car rental companies. Members can also enjoy rewards and benefits
from staying overnight at hotels, renting a car or just swiping credit cards when making bill
payments.
terminal.

1. Earn miles from using a credit card. Drew: Tell me about it! My wife actually gave
To boost their customers’ loyalty, airline companies partner with credit card providers, so people
do not even have to step inside an aircraft to accumulate air miles. Cardholders might earn miles me a list of skin care products to buy
for every single payment made with that credit card.
2. Earn miles from airline networks.
for her.

To date, there are three major airline alliances: Oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam. A person
still earns miles flying with different airlines as long as these airlines belong to the same alliance.
Zona: Then, what are you waiting for?
For example, if the customer flies with Singapore Airlines this time, the miles can go into his or
her EVA Airways account because both airlines are members of Star Alliance.
Drew: Well, no need to rush. All I have to do
3. Earn miles from airlines’ business partners. is to give the list to any of the shop
Airline companies partner up with other travel service providers. Most major hotel chains offer
frequent guest programs, for which a customer may earn an increase in their miles. Visit the clerks and make a payment. Trust me,
airline companies’ websites for more information about their worldwide partners.
the assignment will be well taken care
B. Read the statements below and fill in the blanks with words from the reading.
1. To boost customers’ loyalty, airline companies often of in no time.

with credit card providers.
Zona: I’ll take you to the VIP lounge. I think
2. You might still earn miles flying with different airlines as long as they are
of the same airline alliance. we have time.
3. Most major hotel chains around the world frequent Drew: What is a VIP lounge?
guest programs, so a customer can accumulate frequent flier miles.
Zona: It’s a facility owned by a particular
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by a couple of airlines.

Drew: And?
Zona: The VIP lounge offers a private
place where you can lie down on a

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 comfortable couch and enjoy wireless
Internet access and complimentary
drinks and snacks. Passengers are
also offered a variety of newspapers
and magazines to help them kill time.
Drew: That sounds nice. Is it expensive?
Zona: I am a Gold Card member, so it’s free.
A Gold Card member can invite one
guest.
Drew: Thanks for letting me tag along!
Mai is clear and sunny with 32 degrees
Celsius for tonight. We are about to descend
in 10 minutes. I will turn on the seatbelt sign
shortly. Please return to your seat and fasten
your seatbelt. Do not use the facilities while
we are descending. The cabin crew will be
coming around for a safety check before
landing. Again, thanks for choosing Sunrise
Airlines, and we wish you a pleasant flight.

LET’S LEARN MORE

Do you
know? B. 1. B 2. B

The answer is yes. Each full service airline with

membership benefits provides a lounge.
• EVA Air: Evergreen Lounge
• Singapore Airlines: SilverKris Lounge
• JAL (Japan Airlines): Sakura Lounge
• China Airlines: Dynasty Lounge

Lesson 2
TUNE IN
A. c

B. 1. on behalf of 2. ahead of schedule

3. coming around for 4. we wish you

Track 16

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.

This is your captain speaking. First of all, on
behalf of Sunrise Airlines, I’d like to welcome
everyone on CR250 from Singapore to
Chiang Mai. We are currently cruising at an
altitude of 33,000 feet. The weather looks
good and with the tailwind on our side, we
are expecting to land in Chiang Mai at 9:30
p.m. local time, approximately fifteen minutes
ahead of schedule. There is a 3 and ½ hour
time difference between Chiang Mai and
Singapore. The weather forecast in Chiang

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 Review I 5 HOTEL

Let's Discover Lesson 1

D
1. 2. A 3. E 4. B 5. F 6. C VOCABULARY
Let's Try A. 1. B 2. E 3. D 4. F 5. A 6. C

Answers might vary. B. 1. rating 2. award

3. facilities 4. high season
5. utensils 6. travel package

DIALOGUE
1. reminded me of 2. around the corner
3. For your information 4. partners with
5. best deal 6. length of your stay

Track 19

Lydia: How was your weekend?

Andy: I had a great time with family, but
my daughter reminded me of the
Disneyland trip that I’ve promised to
take her to.
Lydia: Sounds like fun. So what’s the
problem?
Andy: Well, summer vacation is around
the corner. I’m not so sure how
to arrange this trip during the high
season. I have a tight budget.
Lydia: How about the Disneyland Resort in
California? There are on-site hotels
next to the theme parks.
Andy: The problem is on-site hotels usually
cost more than those outside of
Disneyland.
Lydia: Not necessarily, especially if you
buy a Disneyland package. Hotels,
transportation and theme park tickets
are bought in one purchase. The
package is designed to help you save
money and time.
Andy: That’s exactly what I’m looking for!
Lydia: For your information, Disneyland
partners with airlines such as
American, Continental, United, and
US Airways. They offer a variety of

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 travel packages. No matter which
airline you decide to fly with,
compare the package prices
to ensure you get the best deal
based on your needs and the
length of your stay.
Andy: Wow, thanks for the information.
You really saved me!
Lydia: Not a problem, anytime.
LET’S LEARN
Students’ answers might vary.
Do you
know?
Take Disney package for example and see how
you’d like to arrange for your trip. Your answers
might vary depending on your personal choice.
• e.g. Hotel + Air Ticket + Entrance Fee
have you ever thought about how these
ratings are assigned, and whether you
should really trust these ratings?
In Taiwan, the Tourism Bureau
launched the nation’s star rating system
of hotels in 2010. Hotels are evaluated
before receiving ratings by the Taiwan
Assessment and Evaluation Association,
which is an independent institution the
bureau trusts.
At times, you may find hotels claiming
to have six or even seven stars. They
are advertising their excellent services
and facilities. No official organization
gives ratings over five stars. These
claims are used for marketing. One of
the best examples is the Burj Al Arab
Hotel in Dubai, which is widely described
as a “seven-star” hotel by many travel
websites or agencies.

YOUR TURN
Students’ answers might vary.
Lesson 2
LET’S LEARN MORE
TUNE IN
B. 1. considered 2. launched
A. d
3. awarded
B. 1. doing research
2. star rating system
3. independent institution
4. At times

Track 20

What do hotel star ratings mean?

If you are planning to go on vacation,
the first thing you do is search for hotels.
When you are doing research, you may see
hotels with ratings of “four stars” or even “five
stars.” First, read the ratings and people’s
comments. Then look for the right balance
between price and quality before making
a final decision on where to stay. However,

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 6 TRANSPORTATION
Lesson 1
VOCABULARY
A. 1. C 2. E 3. D 4. F 5. B 6. A
B. 1. platform 2. escalator
3. vending machine 4. carriage
5. pass 6. stall
DIALOGUE
1. extensive and complicated
2. is designated by
3. Chances are 4. refer to
5. choose from 6. My pleasure
Track 23
Leah: Well, New York City has such an
extensive and complicated rapid
transit system.
Victor: True. Each train is designated by a
letter or a number, from 1 to 7, A to
G, and J, L, M, N, Q, R, S, and Z.
Besides, there are both local and
express trains operating on the same
lines and in the same direction.
Leah: Chances are I will get lost. This is my
first time riding a subway train.
Victor: New Yorkers refer to them by such
names as the Broadway local or the
6th Avenue express. By the way, did
you buy a MetroCard?
Leah: No! What is a MetroCard? Where do I
get it?
Victor: A MetroCard is a plastic card and
looks like your credit card. After you
buy one, it is your ticket through the
subway.
Leah: Are there different types of
MetroCards for me to choose from?
Victor: You can pay per ride or buy an
unlimited pass. With the unlimited
passes, you put money on it. Each
time you ride the subway, it subtracts
10
your fare. For a tourist, you may
wish to get a 7-day or a 30-
day pass. It depends on how
frequently you’ll ride the train.
You can buy a MetroCard at a
vending machine or at a subway
station stall.
Leah: Thanks so much for the help. I
appreciate it!
Victor: My pleasure.
Do you
know?
• EasyCard: Taiwan
• Suica: Japan
• T-money: South Korea
• Oyster: London
• Rabbit card: Bangkok
• PayG: Chicago
Lesson 2
TUNE IN
A. c
B. 1. a must-see 2. evolved into
3. pedal travelers through 4. road rules
Track 24
A Brilliant Way to Tour Ho Chi Minh City in
Vietnam
Tourist arrivals in Vietnam have continued
to rise in recent years. In 2008, Vietnam
welcomed 4.2 million international travelers.
Since then, the number of tourists has
continued to rise. In 2016, the country
embraced around 10 million tourists. Among
all cities in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is
definitely a must-see.
Ho Chi Minh City, once called Saigon, is
the largest city in Vietnam. It is named after

Ho Chi Minh, the late communist leader.
Historically, Ho Chi Minh City was the
political center of the country. Today, it
has evolved into the business center of
Vietnam.
Venturing through Ho Chi Minh City
on a cyclo is one the best ways to see
tourist attractions. A cyclo is a three-
wheeled bicycle with a carriage at the
front for you to sit in. Drivers pedal
travelers through the city to explore the
main sights, such as the War Remnants
Museum and the Reunification Palace.
In some ways, a cyclo tour is quite an
informative way to visit important city
sites. It is also interesting to see yourself
become part of the very unusual traffic
scene with 7 million motorcycles riding
next to you at the same time without
following any of the road rules on the
street.
YOUR TURN
c
1. 2. a 3. d 4. b
LET’S LEARN MORE
B. 1. B 2. A
7 DINING OUT
Lesson 1
VOCABULARY
A. 1. E 2. C 3. F 4. A 5. B 6. D
B. 1. consumers 2. industry
3. delicacy 4. Cuisine
5. hospitality 6. guarantee
DIALOGUE
1. absolutely clueless 2. Hold on
3. reviews and ratings 4. In terms of
5. contributed to 6. in search of
Track 27
bby just arrived at Singapore Changi
A
Airport to visit her best friend, Mike. Mike
picked Abby up at the airport and is now
taking her to a famous restaurant for dinner.
Abby: I did my homework while waiting for
boarding at the airport. I know one
of the specialties of Singaporean
cuisine is “bak kut teh!”
Mike: Alright! I’ll take you to Song Fa Bak
Kut Teh, founded in 1969, now one
of the best bak kut teh in Singapore.
Abby: What does “bak kut teh” mean
exactly? I’m absolutely clueless.
Mike: It literally means “meat – bone – tea.”
Pork ribs are cooked in a special
broth of herbs and spices.
Abby: Hold on. Let me quickly check the
online reviews and ratings on Song
Fa. Wow! There’s so much positive
feedback. By the way, according
to the website, bak kut teh was
introduced by mainland Chinese
workers in the 19th century from
Guangzhou. Did you know that?
Mike: In terms of food and culture, the
native food of Singapore is heavily
influenced by Chinese, British, and
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 DIALOGUE
Track 27 Indian cultures. Different people
As you listen, write the correct keywords and phrases from the As a result, food itself is no longer sufficient
box in the blanks. Then, practice the dialogue with a partner.

reviews and ratings

with their distinctive
in search of
cultures
absolutely clueless
for Taiwan to stay competitive against its
in terms of coming
contributed to to this country hold on have Asian competitors. In a service market where
significantly contributed to
Abby just arrived at Singapore Changi Airport to visit her best friend, Mike. Mike picked Abby
up at the airport and is now taking her to a famous restaurant for dinner.
consumers’ focus is being shifted away from
Singaporean cuisines.
Abby: I did my homework while waiting for boarding at the airport. I know one of the
specialties of Singaporean cuisine is “bak kut teh!”
food to the overall dining experience, great
Abby: I’m so jealous that you live in
Mike: Alright! I’ll take you to Song Fa Bak kut Teh, founded in 1969, now one of the best
bak kut teh in Singapore.
hospitality and excellent dining experiences
Singapore. You don’t. need
Abby: What does “bak kut teh” mean exactly? I’m
Mike: It literally means “meat – bone – tea.” Pork ribs are cooked in a special broth of herbs
are vital in making Taiwan stand out not only
Abby:
and spices.
to travel far in search of
. Let me quickly check the online
within the Chinese communities but also
international cuisine.
on Song Fa. Wow! There’s so much positive feedback. By the way, according to
the website, bak kut teh was introduced by mainland Chinese workers in the 19th
throughout Asia.
Mike: Mike: You’re
century from Guangzhou. Did you know that?
always
of food and culture, the native welcome
food of Singapore is to move
In addition, to enhance the image of
into with me! I got a spare room
heavily influenced by Chinese, British, and Indian cultures. Different people with their
distinctive cultures coming this country have significantly
Taiwan’s food service industry, a quality
Singaporean cuisines.
ready for you!
Abby: I’m so jealous that you live in Singapore. You don’t need to travel far
guarantee system must be introduced to
international cuisine.
Mike: You’re always welcome to move in with me! I got a spare room ready for you!
ensure product and service quality of local
Do you Other than bak kut teh, do you know
any other famous Singaporean cuisine?
restaurants and eateries. Through that
LET'S LEARN
know?

LET’S LEARN
Do you agree that different countries are frequently associated with a certain type implementation, international tourists may
of food? Discuss with a partner and match the food with its original country.
not only be amazed by the great varieties
paella fried steak and
collard greens burrito/taco baklava bibimbap
of Taiwanese delicacies available, but they
would also discover enriching experiences
and the great pleasure in dining out. All is
Mexico United States South Korea Spain Greece worthwhile of their time making a long-haul
flight from millions of miles away!
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Do you
Word of mouth from tourists shall bring
know? more visitors in, and more tourists would
then boost the food service industry. Until
• Hainanese Chicken
now, Taiwan seems to be on the right track,
• Satay
having both delicacies and quality services
• Singapore Sling
ready and available. In 2016, more than 10.3
million tourists visited Taiwan.
Lesson 2
TUNE IN YOUR TURN
A. a Students’ answers might vary.
B. 1. food service 2. long-haul flight LET’S LEARN MORE
3. Word of mouth 4. on the right track B. 1. strategy
Track 28 2. client value proposition
According to the latest survey from the 3. ensure
Tourism Bureau, Taiwanese cuisine is one of
the major attractions bringing foreign visitors.
This is, however, not “exclusive only” to
Taiwan. Many Asian countries also fascinate
international tourists by unique delicacies
they offer along with their smart campaigns.

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DIALOGUE
Lesson 1 Track 31 As you listen, write the correct keywords and phrases from the
competitors.
box in the blanks. Then, practice the dialogue with a partner.

VOCABULARY advances to Jennifer: Good die-hard fanquestion! Although divided into

face each other postseason competition any updates
A. 1. C 2. F 3. E 4. B 5. A 6. D failing to win their division
Jennifer: I can’t believe there’s only one week left in the Major League Baseball’s regular
season. championship, the top two
Greg: Well, forgive me for not following baseball games too much. Give me a break, Miss
B. 1. domestic 2. baseball fan Baseball. teams with ? the best winning
Jennifer: This season is scheduled to end on September 29th. Baseball fans
3. playoffs 4. resort are excited about how percentage
the in each league
will turn out.
Greg: Since you are such a , do you mind
5. break 6. Major League Baseball would be allowed to join the
sharing a little bit about the Major League Baseball playoffs?
Jennifer: Sure. Major League Baseball has two leagues, the American
League and the Nationalpostseason.
League. The top four teams
DIALOGUE Greg: Right, and?
Jennifer: Each league is in each league divisions:
three face East, each other
1. Any updates 2. postseason competition West and Central. At the end of the regular season, the team with the best record
in each division in a one-game playoff. The
the playoffs.
Greg: That makes sense. But what is a Wild Card? I’ve been hearing discussions about
3. die-hard fan 4. divided into winning team advances.
the Wild Card competitors.
Jennifer: Good question! Although failing to win their division championship, the top two
5. advances to 6. face each other
teams Greg: Now,
with I got init.eachSo,
the best winning percentage leaguethere
would bewill
allowedbeto join
the postseason. The top four teams in each league in a
one-game playoff. The a total
winning of
team four
advances. teams from each
Track 31 Greg: Now, I got it. So, there will be a total of four teams from each league that make the
playoffs, creating moreleague that makeArethe
competition. playoffs,
you familiar with baseball leagues in
Jennifer: I can’t believe there’s only one week creating more competition.
Do you different countries?
know? *CPBL *Nippon Professional Baseball

left in the Major League Baseball’s LET'S LEARN

*Korea Professional Baseball

regular season. A. Since 2002, a total of 14 Taiwanese nationals have played for Major League
Baseball. Jen-Ho Tseng is the most recent addition and pitches for the Chicago Cubs.
Greg: Well, forgive me for not following LET’S LEARN
B. How much do you know about Taiwanese baseball players? Work with a partner
and find out which team(s) they play for and/or have played for.
baseball games too much. Give Name Position Team
me a break, Miss Baseball. Any Wei-Yin Chen Pitcher Miami Marlins
C.C. Lee Pitcher Colorado Rockies
updates? Chien-Ming Wang Pitcher New York Yankees
Chih-Wei Hu Pitcher Tampa Bay Ray
Jennifer: This season is scheduled to end on Wei-Chung Wang Pitcher Milwaukee Brewers

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excited about how the postseason Do you

know?
competition will turn out.
Greg: Since you are such a die-hard fan, • CPBL  Here in Taiwan
do you mind sharing a little bit • Nippon Professional Baseball  In Japan
about the Major League Baseball • Korea Professional Baseball  In Korea
playoffs?
Jennifer: Sure. Major League Baseball has
two leagues, the American League Lesson 2
and the National League.
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Greg: Right, and?
Jennifer: Each league is divided into three A. b
divisions: East, West and Central. B. 1. tourism industry
At the end of the regular season,
2. contributed to
the team with the best record in
3. a hit of
each division advances to the
playoffs. 4. promotion campaigns
Greg: That makes sense. But what is
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a Wild Card? I’ve been hearing
In recent years, Singapore has become
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in Asia. The attractions offered range from
restaurants with Michelin-starred chefs and C
1. 2. A 3. D 4. B
casino resorts to the Formula One Race. 5. F 6. G 7. E
Since the first race in 2008, the increasing
number of visitors flocking to Singapore Let's Try
proves the significance of the event for the Answers might vary.
country’s tourism industry. Since February
2010, one of the casino resorts in Singapore,
the Resort World on Sentosa, has welcomed
visitors from all over the world. The Marina
Bay Sands casino resort, which opened in
April the same year, has also considerably
contributed to a swift growth of tourism.
Visitor arrival at the country rose to a hit
of 11.6 million in 2010. The momentum
continues as Singapore attracted more than
16 million tourists in 2016.
In addition to the promotion campaigns
designed for casinos and Formula One
Race, Singapore has recognized the unique
and evolving demand of Indian travelers.
Indian travelers prefer a more inspiring and
engaging journey of discovery. Singapore
is well-prepared to serve such needs by
offering tourists a wide range of activities
such as swimming with dolphins, taking
cooking classes, and exhilarating activities
such as sky-diving.
Bravo to Singapore!

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B. 1. B 2. A

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Lesson 1
VOCABULARY
A. 1. D 2. E 3. F 4. A 5. C 6. B
B. 1. return policy 2. crowd
3. retailer 4. sales promotion
5. advertisement 6. special offer
DIALOGUE
1. sales promotions 2. a couple of
3. That’s news 4. as far as
5. are aware that 6. make up
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Belinda: You know, this is my first winter in
the U.S. Though it’ll be freezing, I
just can’t wait!
Edward: I can probably imagine why. One
of my classmates from Thailand
literally screamed when it snowed
last winter.
Belinda: By the way, recently, I’ve seen lots
of advertisements about holiday
season sales.
Edward: Did you know that the holiday
season actually runs from late
November to early January, and the
sales promotions could last for a
couple of months?
Belinda: That’s news!
Edward: Just think about the big holidays
happening during this period, and
you’ll know why.
Belinda: There are Thanksgiving, Christmas,
and New Year’s Day as far as I
know.
Edward: That’s right! Holiday season is very
important to retailers. All retailers
are aware that this particular
season is the most critical time for
driving sales.
Belinda: I see. That’s probably why retailers
spend a lot on marketing activities
for promoting the holiday seasons.
Edward: I believe so. Holiday sales could
make up quite a decent chunk
of annual sales across the retail
industry.
Belinda: Wow! That’s pretty amazing. I
certainly don’t want to miss the
upcoming holiday season!
LET’S LERN
Students’ answers might vary.
Do you
know?
• Christmas shopping countdown: during and
before Christmas
• Gifts and more gifts: New Year, Thanksgiving,
and Christmas
• Clearance: end of a year and end of a season
Lesson 2
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A. d
B. 1. take advantage 2. as early as possible
3. return policies 4. bad news
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Hi, my name is Andrew. I am a senior
advisor at the Office of International Services.
Today, let’s talk about Black Friday. You
heard me right. It’s Black Friday. What is
Black Friday? Well, Black Friday is the
Friday right after Thanksgiving. Millions of
Americans take advantage of great shopping
deals because it’s the start of the holiday
shopping season. Black Friday should be a
day to enjoy.
Hopefully, the following tips will help
you make the most out of the sales and
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MANAGEMENT
Lesson 1
discounts.
First of all, start as early as possible. Many VOCABULARY
stores open as early as 5 a.m. Don’t be A. 1. E 2. F 3. A 4. B 5. C 6. D
surprised when you see lots of people lining
up right outside the stores even before the B. 1. corporation 2. browser
doors open. Everyone’s there for the early 3. e-commerce 4. credibility
bird special offers. These offers last from 4 5. transaction 6. products
a.m. until 11 a.m.
DIALOGUE
In addition, don’t forget to check out
1. a small line of credit 2. a necessity
the return policies at the stores. You might
buy something that you’ll regret later. At 3. payments on time 4. get your point
those moments, it’s possible that you will 5. on campus 6. Good for you
be convinced that the more you buy, the Track 39
more you save. The real bad news is that Claire Liaw, an international student
Black Friday sales are final. The items you studying economics at the City University of
purchased cannot be returned. So, my New York, doesn’t know if she should apply
advice is that you really need to stay calm for a credit card.
and remain rational when going into the
Claire: I just opened a bank account three
stores.
days ago. The bank clerk offered me
Good luck, happy holiday shopping, and
a small line of credit of $500. I am
happy holidays!
not so sure about this. Do I really
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A. You just learned about Black Friday. Now, let’s learn more about Tim: I think you should definitely do
YOUR TURN
holiday shopping trends. Have you heard of these “holidays”
before? Match the day on the left to the definition on the right. it! Building a credit history is a
A. Cyber Monday a the last Saturday before Christmas necessity for living in the U.S. Making
the Monday after Thanksgiving;
Super Saturday b
many workers may do online shopping on this day payments on time with your credit
c the Saturday after Thanksgiving; another busy
Small Business Saturday shopping day in the holiday season card is probably the simplest and
B. Can you think of two special holidays in your country when you do more shopping?
Name two reasons and discuss with a partner.
quickest way to build your credibility.
LET’S LEARN MORE Claire: I don’t quite get your point. Why
LET’S LEARN MORE
B. A. 1.
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Thanksgiving 2. electronics
How much do you know about Black Friday? Read the article below and find out does it matter to build a credit
more information.
history?
3. put
The a dent
Early Bird Catches the Worm: Go Shopping at 5 A.M.?
Every year, just hours after a big turkey meal, thousands of Americans line up outside Tim: You are now living on campus for the
stores and they wait. Here’s the rule for playing the game on Black Friday: the early bird first year, right? Later on, you might
catches the worm! Traditionally on the Friday after Thanksgiving, most stores open at 5 a.m.
Therefore, if you plan to shop at midnight, you’d better begin traveling to stores right after want to move out and look for an
Thanksgiving dinner.
apartment instead.
If you think arriving at 5 a.m. beats the crowds, you are wrong. A very popular chain of
mid-range department stores, JC Penney, offers early bird specials starting at 4 a.m. Items Claire: That could happen. Actually, I’m
on sale, such as electronics, are often advertised with very limited inventory. You need to
be the first in line if products like this are on the top of your shopping list. If you’re lucky, already thinking about it.
you might bring home a $50 laptop and a $200 thirty-two-inch flat screen TV.
Tim: See? By then, the landlord or the
Black Friday specials offer an excellent deal
for people with a tight budget. Purchasing many property’s management company
Christmas gifts at one time could put a dent in one’s
wallet. Shopping might be stressful, but it can also may check your credit. They do
be much fun. All you have to do is to make a list, be
that when they are choosing their
patient, line up, and get the job done. Happy holidays!
tenants.
B. Read the statements below and fill in the blanks with words from the reading.
1. Traditionally on the Friday after , most stores open their doors at 5 a.m.

16 2. Items on sale, during Black Friday, such as

very limited inventory.
, are often advertised with

3. Purchasing many Christmas gifts at one time could in one’s wallet.

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 doesn’t know if she should apply for a credit card.
Claire: I just opened a bank account three days ago. The bank clerk offered me
of $500. I am not so sure about this. Do I really need a
credit card?
Tim: I think you should definitely do it! Building a credit history is
for living in the U.S. Making with your credit card is probably
the simplest and quickest way to build your credibility.
Claire: I don’t quite . Why does it matter to build a credit history?
Tim: You are now living for the first year, right? Later on, you
might want to move out and look for an apartment instead.
Claire: That could happen. Actually, I’m already thinking about it.
Tim: See?So,
Claire: Byifthen, the landlord
I do not or the property’s management company
have a credit that’s the maycase,check yourwon’t be too
I bet you
credit. Theyhere,
history do that
thewhen
creditthey are will
report choosing their tenants. surprised to hear this news. Do you
Claire: So, ifcome
I do not havenothing.
up with a credit history
Then, the here, the credit report will come
know thatupthe
with nothing.
number of online sales has
Then,landlord mightmight
the landlord hesitate to rentto rent the apartment to me.
hesitate been increasing? Today, I want to define
Tim: That’stheright!
apartment to me. electronic commerce, and I want to give
Tim: That’s right!
Claire: That makes sense, I guess. I’d probably contact my bank after adviceall.on how to secure your payment
Claire: That makes sense, I !guess.
Tim: It sounds online.
I’d like you’ll get used to the U.S. credit culture soon
probably
enough. contact my bank after Electronic commerce, also known as
all. e-commerce, is a business model where
Do you Do you know in the U.S., other than going into
Tim: Good for you! It sounds like know? companies or individuals are able to
the bank or using an ATM, you may also write a
you’ll get used to the U.S. credit conduct
“check” to pay for business
your creditthrough the Internet.
card payment?
LET'S LEARN culture soon enough. Some of the most famous online
corporations include Alibaba, Amazon,
retailing

Let’s take a close look at your credit card. What are thoseand numbers
eBay. and codes?
LET’S LEARN
Match the number/letter with the description. A study indicates that the 2016 global
7 signature strip e-commerce sales have increased by
6
6 percent from 2015. North America
6 magnetic strip 1 5
5 card’s brand logo continues to be on the rise because of
the popularity of Amazon.com and 8 smart
1 issuing bank logo 7
phones, which enhance the comfort and
8 card’s security code 2
fun of online shopping.
2 personal account number 3
Consumers are concerned about
3 expiration date 4
how their personal information may be
4 cardholder’s name
used. If you are one of them, then the
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following tips might help. First, use the
Do you Unitversion
latest 10 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
of an Internet browser to
know?
enhance security. Second, remember
All you need to do is to write a check, and the to install an effective firewall onto your
receiver on top of the check should be your credit computer. Third, pay attention to all
card company. It’s just that easy! posted refund policies from the online
merchant. Fourth, disclose your personal
information and payment information to
Lesson 2 qualified business providers only.

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A. a
Students’ answers might vary.
B. 1. give advice 2. on the rise
3. personal information 4. pay attention to LET’S LEARN MORE
B. 1. B 2. B
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Hey guys, the new semester’s here. I

am sure you are purchasing textbooks. If

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 DIALOGUE
As you listen, write the correct keywords and phrases from the

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box in the blanks. Then, practice the dialogue with a partner.

little by little allergic to a prescription

EMERGENCY the thing is get dehydrated food poisoning

James, a Taiwanese tourist, felt sick during his package tour in Thailand. His tour guide took
him to a local hospital to see a doctor, Nina. They speak English to communicate.
Nina: Hi there, have a seat please. Let’s see, Mr. Lin. What seems to be the problem?
James: I have a stomachache. And I have to go to the bathroom often.
Nina: How long have you had the symptoms?

Lesson 1
James: Well, it has been two days actually. We had plenty of seafood this past Monday
night. I thought about . But ,
to an infection or ingestion by
my fellow tour members are all OK. Nobody shows any symptoms like mine.
Hmm, I diagnose it’s diarrhea. Are you taking any medication for it now?
VOCABULARY Nina:
James:
filtering it out little by little. Also,
I’ve already taken some pills that I brought from home. But they didn’t work.

A. 1. C 2. F 3. D 4. E 5. A 6. B
Nina:
James:
I see. Are you
patients like you are more likely
No, not that I know of.
any medications?

Nina: to get dehydrated. So remember

I’m going to give you . It should help stop the diarrhea.
However, it’ll take a few days for a full recovery. The human body reacts to an
B. 1. prescription 2. diarrhea infection or ingestionto drink
by filtering it outwater or an electrolyte
. Also, patients like
you are more likely to . So remember to drink water or
3. diagnosed 4. solution solution.
an electrolyte solution.
James: Thanks, doctor.
5. disorder 6. symptoms James: Thanks,
Nina: You’re very welcome! Feel better soon! doctor. What few drinks currently availab
Do you
le
know?
contain an electrolyte solution
?
Nina: You’re very welcome! Feel better
Choose from the list below.
*Supau
DIALOGUE
*Fin *Gatorade
*Coke *Pocari Sweat
LET'S LEARN soon! *Water *Coffee *Tea

1. food poisoning 2. the thing is
3. allergic to 4. a prescription
5. little by little 6. get dehydrated
A. Getting sick while traveling is certainly NOT fun! Discuss with a partner and see
whether you recognize the symptoms listed below.
B. What advice will you give to those who suffer from these health problems during
LET’S LEARN
their trip? Match the disorder with the pieces of advice to relieve the symptom.

B. indigestion a get as much rest as possible; drink plenty of water

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constipation b avoid spicy food; cut down on drinking and eating
James, a Taiwanese tourist, felt sick during cold c regular exercise; take in plenty of fruits and vegetables
his package tour in Thailand. His tour guide sprained ankle d lift your foot up, put ice on top of it, and maintain the same position

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Unit 11 EMERGENCY
Nina. They speak English to communicate.
Do you
Nina: Hi there, have a seat please. Let’s know?

see, Mr. Lin. What seems to be the

problem? Such drinks available in Taiwan’s market include
Supau, Pocari Sweat, Fly in Nature(FIN), Aquarius
James: I have a stomachache. And I have to
& Suntory Dakara.
go to the bathroom often.
Nina: How long have you had the
symptoms?
Lesson 2
James: Well, it has been two days actually.
We had plenty of seafood this past TUNE IN
Monday night. I thought about food
A. c
poisoning. But the thing is, my fellow
tour members are all OK. Nobody B. 1. came to believe 2. line of defense
shows any symptoms like mine. 3. more likely 4. Stay away from
Nina: Hmm, I diagnose it’s diarrhea. Are
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you taking any medication for it now?
Hi, my name is Daniel Yoshino. I
James: I’ve already taken some pills that I
am currently a business director of a
brought from home. But they didn’t
manufacturing company. When traveling
work.
became a major part of my work, I often
Nina: I see. Are you allergic to any
got sick during or after a trip. I got sick
medications?
so frequently that I came to believe that
James: No, not that I know of.
catching a cold or suffering from diarrhea
Nina: I’m going to give you a prescription.
was just a part of traveling. Actually, it
It should help stop the diarrhea.
doesn’t have to be. So, what should you do
However, it’ll take a few days for a
to avoid getting sick? My advice is to wash
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your hands, wear a mask, and be careful
about what you eat and drink.
First, wash your hands frequently.
Your skin is the first line of defense, and
you don’t want any germs or bacteria
to be attached to your skin. Whenever
you see a sink with soap, go wash your
hands.
Second, wear a mask while you’re
on an airplane. A cold may be more than
100 times more likely to be transmitted
on a plane than on the ground. Besides,
humidity is typically low in the airplane
cabin, and low humidity weakens the
immune system.
Third, be careful about what you eat
and drink. Travel diarrhea is caused by
bacteria in contaminated food or water.
Stay away from buffets and avoid ice
cubes in your beverages if you travel to
less resourced areas. I hope you stay
safe and healthy!
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A. RX is an abbreviation for medical prescriptions.
LET’S LEARN MORE
B. 1. disorders 2. prescription
3. expensive
12 LONG-TERM
STAY
Lesson 1
VOCABULARY
A. 1. B 2. D 3. E 4. F 5. A 6. C
B. 1. property 2. tenant
3. broker 4. cease
5. lease 6. professional
DIALOGUE
1. How’s life 2. Nice move
3. highly recommend 4. insider tip
5. Be aware 6. brokerage fees
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Dylan: Oh my God, Janice! I can’t believe
it’s you! It’s been ten years since we
graduated. How’s life?
Janice: Pretty good. It’s wonderful to see
you! How are you?
Dylan: I’m doing OK. Didn’t you join a
marketing company right after
graduation? Are you still working in
that industry?
Janice: I left the company five years ago. I
am now a certified rental broker.
Dylan: Wow! That was a big change in
career. Guess what? I am moving
back to New York! I was just thinking
about renting an apartment by hiring
a rental broker!
Janice: Nice move! It’ll save you time
in apartment hunting. I’d highly
recommend you do so.
Dylan: Any insider tip for me?
Janice: Certainly, for old time’s sake! Be
aware that your broker might be
advertising an open listing.
Dylan: What’s that?
Janice: It means that the broker got a list
from a management company that
owns the building and is saying that
he or she is the only person who
can show you this property. You
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 could actually save yourself the
brokerage fees by going directly
to the management company.
Dylan: Great tip, Janice! Thanks so
much! Give me a call and let’s
have lunch some other time.
Janice: I’d love that. Good luck with
apartment hunting!
LET’S LEARN
Students’ answers might vary.
Do you
know?
The higher the rent is, usually the more you pay for
the brokerage fee.
• Craigslist.org
• StreetEasy.com
• Facebook
All these websites provide detailed information
about finding inexpensive housing for rent
Lesson 2
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A. b
B. 1. in effect 2. in case
3. make sure 4. go along with
5. supposed to 6. That’s all
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An apartment lease is a legal document.
It gives you the right to occupy your place for
B. 1. B 2. C
as long as the lease is in effect. Both parties,
the landlord and the tenant, benefit from the
lease.
First, it is a record in case there’s
any question between the landlord and
the tenant. Before you sign a lease, you
should carefully read it and make sure you
understand the details. Your signature means
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you go along with whatever terms are
listed.
Here’s what you need to know about
an apartment lease.
1. The lease states you how much
you’re supposed to pay for the
one-time security deposit and for
rent each month. In most cases,
the security deposit is returned to
the tenant when he or she moves
out. However, the apartment has
to remain intact.
2. Before you sign the lease, ask your
landlord if pets are allowed. If you
see no requirement in the lease
specifying pets, remember to ask
and have the information in writing.
3. A one-year lease means you have
agreed to live in the apartment
for that period of time. Check the
lease for early cease or termination
requirements in case you need
to move out earlier. A possible
scenario is that the landlord agrees
that you move out, but the security
deposit will not be returned.
That’s all for my presentation. Thanks
for your time.
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B
1. 2. D 3. A 4. C 5. E 6. F

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