Sure, here's a biography about a famous person in English:

*The Life of Nelson Mandela*

1. *Early Life:*
Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918, in the village of Mvezo in Umtata,
then part of South Africa's Cape Province. He was born into the Thembu royal
family and was given the name Rolihlahla Mandela.

2. *Education and Early Activism:*

Mandela attended Fort Hare University and the University of Witwatersrand,
where he studied law. He became involved in the anti-colonial and African
nationalist movements, joining the African National Congress (ANC) in 1943.

3. *Imprisonment:*
In 1962, Mandela was arrested and convicted of sabotage and other charges,
and sentenced to life imprisonment. He spent 27 years in prison, most of them
on Robben Island. His imprisonment became a symbol of the struggle against
apartheid, attracting international attention.

4. *Release and Presidency:*

Mandela was released from prison on February 11, 1990. He led negotiations
to dismantle apartheid and establish multiracial elections in 1994, in which he
became South Africa's first black president. His presidency focused on
reconciliation and nation-building.

5. *Legacy and Later Years:*

After retiring from politics in 1999, Mandela continued to work on peace and
social justice issues through the Nelson Mandela Foundation. He received
numerous awards and honors, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
Mandela passed away on December 5, 2013, at the age of 95.

Nelson Mandela's life and work left an indelible mark on the world, symbolizing
the triumph of justice and equality over oppression.
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Ex4/76
*Conversation 1:*
A: Hi! 1. *How was* your evening?
B: It was great, thanks.
A: 2. *Where did* you go?
B: To a new café in town. We ate a burger and then walked along the river.
A: 3. *Who were* you with?
B: My brother and his friend ...

*Conversation 2:*
A: How was your weekend?
B: Fantastic! My friend had a party at his house. It went well.
A: 4. *Was it* his birthday?
B: No, he passed his university exams so he was really happy!
A: That's nice. 5. *Were there* many people there?
B: Yes, there were and I met his family for the first time. It was fun.

*Conversation 3:*
A: I'm so tired.
B: Why? 6. *What did* you do last night?
A: Not much. I stayed up late and watched a film. It was a bit boring, so I went
to bed, but I couldn't sleep for ages.
B: Did you have a good evening?
A: It was fine. I went to the gym and then I was in bed by ten.
Ex5/76
Certainly! Here is the complete set of questions and answers for you:

*Last night*

1. *Question:* What did you do last night?

*Response:* Last night, I watched a movie at home with my family.

2. *Question:* Where did you go last night?

*Response:* I went to a new restaurant downtown for dinner.
3. *Question:* Who were you with last night?
*Response:* I was with my best friend; we had a fun time catching up.

*Last weekend*

1. *Question:* What did you do last weekend?

*Response:* Last weekend, I went hiking in the mountains.

2. *Question:* Where did you go last weekend?

*Response:* I visited my grandparents in the countryside.

3. *Question:* Who did you spend time with last weekend?

*Response:* I spent the weekend with my cousins; we had a family
barbecue.

*Last holiday*

1. *Question:* What did you do on your last holiday?

*Response:* On my last holiday, I traveled to Spain and explored Barcelona.

2. *Question:* Where did you go on your last holiday?

*Response:* I went to the beach in Hawaii for a relaxing vacation.

3. *Question:* Who did you go with on your last holiday?

*Response:* I went with my college friends; we had an amazing time
together.
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4. Which adjectives in Exercise 2 can you use to describe:*

1. *Your journey to work or school?*

- long
- short
- easy
- difficult
- fast
- slow

2. *Transport where you live (e.g., cars, trains)?*

- clean
- dirty
- fast
- slow
- safe
- dangerous

3. *Your city or town?*

- huge
- tiny
- clean
- dirty
- safe
- dangerous

4. *The weather today?*

- hot
- cold
- clean
Ex3/88
Here are the completed conversations with expressions for requesting:

*Conversation 1*

A: Hello, can I change $100 into euros?

B: Yes, of course. One moment. One hundred dollars is 89 euros.

A: OK, *could* you give me the euros in tens?

B: *Certainly*. Ten, twenty, thirty, forty, fifty, sixty, seventy, eighty ...

*Conversation 2*

A: Would you like to buy this?

B: Yes, please. And *could I have* a bag, please?

A: *Sorry*, it's twelve euros.

B: Here's my credit card.

A: Oh, I'm *afraid* I can only take cash.

B: Oh no! I don't have any.

A: Don’t worry, there's a bank with a cash machine around the corner.

B: Oh, thanks.
Ex4/88
*1. Lend / ten pounds*
- *A:* Can I lend ten pounds?
- *B:* Yes, of course. / No, sorry, I don’t have that much.
*2. Give / a drink*
- *A:* Can you give me a drink?
- *B:* Yes, I can. / No, I don’t have any.

*3. Borrow / your phone*

- *A:* Can I borrow your phone?
- *B:* Yes, here it is. / No, sorry, I need it.

*4. Pay / credit card*

- *A:* Can I pay by credit card?
- *B:* Yes, we accept credit cards. / No, we only take cash.

*5. Use / your pen*

- *A:* Can I use your pen?
- *B:* Yes, go ahead. / No, I need it right now.

*6. Buy / a ticket*

- *A:* Can I buy a ticket?
- *B:* Yes, tickets are available. / No, we’re sold out.

*7. Have / some dinner*

- *A:* Can I have some dinner?
- *B:* Yes, dinner is ready. / No, dinner is not prepared yet.
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UNIT 8 Opener-- Exercise 3/p.93
An important day or festival in my town is the Lunar New Year. It usually falls in
late January or early February.

On this day, people celebrate by visiting temples, performing traditional

dances, and enjoying special foods like mooncakes and dumplings. People also
enjoy traditional foods such as sticky rice cakes and various fruits.

People wear special clothes during this time. The Lunar New Year is a popular
festival in my country. There's loud music and dancing in the city center.
People wear colorful clothes, traditional attire, and many also wear makeup to
highlight the cultural beauty.
UNIT 8D– Real life – Talking about pictures and photos , Exercise 6,7/p.100
Describing Another Photo by Reinier Gerritsen

*Choose a Picture*
Imagine we are looking at a photo by Reinier Gerritsen that depicts a busy
street scene in New York City.

*Describe the Photo*

*1. Introduction*
- This photo shows a bustling street in New York City during rush hour.

*2. Location*
- On the left, you can see a line of yellow taxis waiting at a red light.
- In the middle of the photo, there's a crowd of people crossing the street.
- At the front, there is a street vendor selling hot dogs.

*3. The People (Appearance and Actions)*

- The man in a suit on the right looks like he is in a hurry, possibly late for a
meeting.
- The woman in the middle is wearing a bright red coat and carrying a large
shopping bag.
- On the left, a young boy holding his mother's hand seems excited, probably
looking at the tall buildings around him.
 - The street vendor at the front appears busy, serving a customer while
managing the hot dog cart.

*4. Emotions and Expressions*

- The man in the suit seems stressed and focused.
- The woman in the red coat looks content and relaxed, maybe enjoying her
shopping trip.
- The young boy looks curious and happy.
- The street vendor looks industrious and slightly tired.

*5. Your Opinion*

- I think this is a fascinating picture because it captures the energy and
diversity of city life. Each person in the photo has a different story, and the
photo brings these stories together in a single frame. I like it because it shows
the vibrancy and busyness of New York City.

### Discussing the Photo with a Partner

Now, let's imagine we are discussing this photo with a partner.

*Partner A:*
- "What do you think about the man in the suit? Why do you think he looks
stressed?"

*Partner B:*
- "I think he might be late for an important meeting. His facial expression and
the way he's holding his briefcase tightly make him look very focused and
stressed."

*Partner A:*
- "How about the woman in the red coat? What do you think she's up to?"

*Partner B:*
- "She seems relaxed and happy. I think she's enjoying her shopping trip, as
she's carrying a big shopping bag and looks content."
*Partner A:*
- "What do you like the most about this photo?"

*Partner B:*
- "I love how it captures different aspects of city life in one frame. Each person
has a unique story, and it makes the photo dynamic and interesting."

Feel free to use this format to discuss a real photo by Reinier Gerritsen with
your partner.
3. UNIT 9A – Speaking -my life- Exercise 14, 15/ p.107
Schedule:
2:00 - 3:30: Deepsea Challenge (Cinema 1)
4:15 - 5:40: And Your Mother Too (Cinema 3)
5:45 - 8:15: Macbeth (Cinema 2)
Group Discussion
A: What are you going to see at 2:00?
B: Deepsea Challenge because it's by James Cameron. Are you going?

A: No, I'm not. We're going to watch Howl's Moving Castle.

B: That's a great choice! How about at 4:15?

A: We're planning to see And Your Mother Too. It's a mix of comedy and drama
from Mexico. What about you?

B: Same here! That film sounds interesting.

A: And at 5:45?

B: We're going to see Macbeth. It’s a new film version of Shakespeare's famous
play. What about you?

A: We’re thinking the same. It should be a powerful experience.

UNIT 9D -Real life – Inviting and making arrangement – Exercise 5/p.112
Student A (Caller):

Dialing...

Student B (Receiver):

B: Hello, this is [Student B].

A: Hi [Student B], it's [Student A]. How are you?

B: Hi [Student A], I'm doing well, thanks. How about you?

A: I'm good, thanks! Listen, I have tickets for the musical Jersey Boys tomorrow
night. It starts at 8 p.m. Would you like to join me?

B: That sounds great! I'd love to. Where should we meet?

A: How about we meet at the theater entrance at 7:30 p.m.?

B: Perfect. I’ll be there. See you tomorrow night!

A: Great! See you then. Bye!

B: Bye!

Conversation 2: Wicked
Student B (Caller):

Dialing...

Student A (Receiver):
A: Hello, this is [Student A].

B: Hi [Student A], it's [Student B]. How are you?

A: Hi [Student B], I'm good, thanks. What's up?

B: I have tickets for the musical Wicked tomorrow night. It starts at 8:30 p.m.
Would you like to come with me?

A: That sounds fantastic! I’d love to join you. Where should we meet?

B: How about we meet at the theater entrance at 8:00 p.m.?

A: Sounds good to me. See you at 8:00 p.m. tomorrow!

B: Great! See you then. Bye!

A: Bye!