Unit 6: Take My Advice

Quick Check

B. Comprehension. Answer the questions about the site.

1. Who should you call in case of a problem?

You should call the counselors on the website.

2. What shouldn’t young people do in order to keep slim?

They shouldn't eat junk food.

3. Why do some young people avoid food?

Some young people avoid food to look attractive.

4. What might you do in order to stay fit?

You might take up a sport or work out.

5. What should people do to stay safe on the road?

They should wear their seat belt. They should slow down at intersections.

3. Grammar

A. Complete the sentences using the verbs in parentheses with pronoun objects.

1. When I received the form, I filled it out. (fill out)
2. I finished reading the book and took it back to the library. (take back)
3. His hair was too long, so he cut it off for his passport photo. (cut off )
4. The magazines were old. That’s why I threw them away. (throw away)
5. When you finish using the computer, please turn it off. (turn off )

B. Substitute the words in parentheses with two-word and three-word verbs.

1. I need to clean my closet and throw away (discard) a lot of old clothes.
2. We have to put up with (tolerate) our neighbors’ loud voices every night.
3. I have to finish my big report. Can we put off (postpone) our meeting for tonight?
4. Samuel wants to lose weight. He ought to take up (begin) a sport like jogging. He should also give up (stop) eating sweets.
5. I have a new person who shares my apartment. Unfortunately we don't get along (not have a good relationship). I have to put up with (accept) his messy ways.

C. Give advice. What would you say in the following situations? Share advice with a partner.

1. A friend is looking for a hobby. Where can he go to find out more about hobbies?

You could go to a sport's club.

2. A friend is trying to give up smoking.

You ought to get a nicotine patch.

3. A friend wants to lose weight.

You'd better give up sweets, you ought to eat more vegetables.

4. A friend has very low self-esteem.

You should have more confidence in yourself.

5. A friend is feeling down and depressed.

You should go out and have fun. You might volunteer to help others.

D. Write sentences using had better.

1. It’s getting late.
It’s time you went home. You'd better go home.

2. I haven’t had a vacation for a long time.
It’s time I took one. I'd better take a vacation.

3. The kids have been playing all day.
It’s time they went to bed. They'd better go to bed.

4. Our car is really falling apart.
It’s time we bought a new one. We'd better buy a new car.

5. Listening

Three teenagers are talking to Dr. Wise about their problems. Complete the chart.

8. Conversation

About the Conversation

1. What’s Mohammed’s problem with his classmates?

Mohammed’s classmates keep calling him to ask questions or ask him to help them prepare for the exams.

2. What advice does Hussain give him?

He says that Mohammed ought to talk to their classmates and explain that he has to work/ study as well, so they can't expect him to be free all the time.

3. Why does Hussain think their classmates keep on calling Mohammed?

They think Mohammed knows everything and doesn't need time to study.

4. Why do the other students call Hussain?

To find out what kind of mood Mohammed is in before they call him.

5. How does Hussain feel? What does he want Mohammed to do?

He is fed up with people calling him and has run out of things to say. He wants Mohammed to talk to their classmates and explain that he needs time to prepare before the exams as well.

9. Reading

After Reading

A. Answer true or false according to the information in the reading.

1. T Eating habits can probably affect the way one’s brain operates.
2. T Associating hunger with fast food is a sign of addiction.
3. F Comfort eating is associated with healthy food.
4. F If you cannot stop eating junk food immediately, there is no hope of ever breaking the habit.

B. Complete the following sentences based on the reading.

1. Breaking your own rules occasionally should not make you worry.
2. If a friend insists on treating you to fast food turn down the offer.
3. You should decide if it’s better for you to cut down food gradually or altogether.
4. If you feel tired and drowsy after you eat, then you’d better change your eating habits.
5. Breaking a habit is difficult and makes you feel down; therefore you shouldn’t give up.

10. Writing

Dear Nasser

Don't worry about anything and it is going to pass. Everyone has it at least once.

I would give many pieces of advice that could help you.

First, be confident about yourself, try to see everything positively.

Second, don't spend most your time on the internet and try to meet new friends, and don't give up. You could have parties and invite your friends.

Finally, you should go to a club and attend some matches, you can meet many people there.

I hope that these pieces of advice would help you to solve your problem.

My wishes

Faisal.

11. Form, Meaning and Function

A. Read the conversation between the doctor and Ahmed. Complete the gaps with a quantity expression. Add your own ideas.

Doctor: So, Ahmed, what’s the problem?
Ahmed: I’m not feeling very well. I have a stomachache and I feel tired and dizzy.
Doctor: I see. You don’t have a temperature. What’s your diet like?
Ahmed: Well, I love ice-cream! I eat ice cream every day. I don’t eat (1) much fruit or (2) many vegetables. I eat a (3) few carrots once or twice a week ….
Doctor: How much water do you drink?
Ahmed: I don’t like water. I prefer fizzy drinks. I drink (4) A lot of/ lots of lemonade. That’s my favorite!
Doctor: Hmmm…I see. How (5) many hours do you exercise a week?
Ahmed: Oh… I don’t spend (6) much time at the gym. I prefer ….

C. Work with a partner. Ask and answer.

1. How much do you exercise?

I exercise three time a week.

2. How much water do you drink?

I usually drink about two liters a day.

3. Do you eat junk food?

No, I don't eat them at all.

4. How much fruit do you eat?

I rarely eat them in my diet.

5. How often do you go the doctor?

I go to the doctor once every six months.

D. Work with a partner. Ask and answer the questions with How do you feel when…? Use the words in the box.

How do you feel when…

1. you exercise?

I feel excited and happy.

2. you eat a lot?

I feel glad and happy.

3. you need to go to the dentist?

I feel nervous and sick.

4. you don’t sleep well?

I feel tired and go to sleep.

5. you have a headache?

I feel bad and tired.

6. you need to make an excuse?

I feel bad.

7. you travel by plane?

I feel wonderful and glad.

8. you need to say goodbye to a friend?

I feel angry and sad.

E. Now tell your partner what you do in these situations. Ask and answer with What do you do . . . ? Use the words in the box.

What do you do when …

1. you have toothache?

I take medicine.

2. you have a rash?

I use a cream.

3. you have flu?

I drink warm milk.

4. you feel stressed and anxious?

I try to relax.

5. you have a cough?

I take some cough syrup.

6. you feel tired?

I get some sleep.