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Coursebook 2 Peter Lucantoni Completely revised and updated IGCSE English as a Second Language, Third edition matches the requirements of the revised University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) syllabus. The series is written by an experienced IGCSE teacher and trainer and is endorsed by CIE, ensuring that it is up to date and comprehensive in its coverage. Coursebook 2 is the second level of this two-year course. Following on from Coursebook 1, it is a more demanding and exam-focused resource which must be completed before a candidate can be considered ready for the examination. The book is presented in a colourful new design, offering clear, practical support for students. It is divided into four themed parts selected for their relevance to students worldwide. Each part is subdivided into succinct units, based on the specific skill areas of the syllabus: reading, writing and listening, with integrated speaking skills. The units utilise a diverse range of topical stimulus material to enliven the subject. They also include imaginative activities and exam tips, designed to build confidence and develop the skills needed to succeed in the examination.

Coursebook 2 Peter Lucantoni

Third edition

Features include: ● total coverage of the CIE syllabus ● new stimulus material and activities based on topical themes ● audio CDs for use with the listening activities ● plenty of discussion activities and pair and group work to practise speaking skills ● four examination-practice units, including a complete sample examination paper ● exam and spelling tips throughout the book ● sample answers for the writing questions.

English as a Second Language

English as a Second Language

IGCSE English as a Second Language, Third edition

Coursebook 2 Lucantoni

Other components of IGCSE English as a Second Language, Third edition: Coursebook 1 introductory level for IGCSE ISBN 978-0-521-73599-5 Workbook 1 introductory level for IGCSE ISBN 978-0-521-73602-2 Coursebook 2 preparation for IGCSE ISBN 978-0-521-73600-8 Workbook 2 preparation for IGCSE ISBN 978-0-521-73603-9 Teacher’s book for Levels 1 and 2 ISBN 978-0-521-73601-5

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Contents

Menu Introduction

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Part 1: Leisure and entertainment Unit 1: Unit 2: Unit 3: Unit 4: Unit 5:

Focus on reading skills Focus on reading skills Focus on writing skills Focus on listening skills Exam practice

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Part 2: Work and education Unit 6: Unit 7: Unit 8: Unit 9: Unit 10:

Focus on reading skills Focus on reading and writing skills Focus on writing skills Focus on listening skills Exam practice

38 50 59 68 74

Part 3: People and relationships Unit 11: Unit 12: Unit 13: Unit 14: Unit 15:

Focus on reading skills Focus on reading and writing skills Focus on writing skills Focus on listening skills Exam practice

79 86 95 102 108

Part 4: Ideas and the future Unit 16: Unit 17: Unit 18: Unit 19: Unit 20:

Focus on reading skills Focus on reading and writing skills Focus on writing skills Focus on listening skills Exam practice

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Appendices Appendix 1: Speaking-test cards Appendix 2: Transcripts of accompanying audio CDs

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Leisure and entertainment

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Unit 1: Focus on reading skills Exam Exercise 1 In this unit, we will concentrate on skimming and scanning reading skills, which are particularly important in Exercise 1 of the IGCSE E2L Reading and Writing papers. In Exercise 1 of the IGCSE Reading and Writing papers, you need to be able to understand and respond to information presented in a variety of forms, such as notices, leaflets, signs, advertisements, timetables, and so on. There may be pictures or other visuals with the text. You need to give single-word or short-phrase answers. [Marks = 8 Extended, 6 Core]

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Speaking and vocabulary 1

What do these pictures show? Discuss your ideas with your friends and write down any words or phrases that you think of.

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What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Make a list of things you enjoy and don’t enjoy doing by copying and completing the table below. Compare your lists with a classmate’s. Are they the same or different?

Enjoy

watching cartoons on TV

Don’t enjoy

tidying my room

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Reading 3

When you want to find something quickly in a text, what do you do? Which reading skills do you use? When you read something for pleasure, such as a book or a magazine, do you read it in the same way as a school textbook? Are there any other ‘ways’ in which you can read a text?

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Look at the advertisement for SONIKS products on page 3. Answer these two questions. You have 20 seconds!

Exam tip In Exercise 1 of the IGCSE Reading and Writing papers, you need to use skimming and scanning skills in order to find the information you require to answer the questions. We skim to get a general picture of a text, to touch the surface. Think of a stone skimming the surface of water. When we scan, we go deeper, for more details. Think of an x-ray machine looking inside a suitcase! It is not necessary to read and understand every word in the text in order to find the answers to the questions.

a How many different products are advertised? b Which product is the most expensive? 5

Which reading skill or skills did you use to answer the questions in Exercise 4? Did you read every word in the text? Did you read quickly or slowly?

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Answer the following question. Do not write anything yet.

• Which product has the biggest percentage (%) reduction? 7

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The SONIKS baseball cap has the biggest percentage reduction. The product with the biggest percentage reduction is the SONIKS baseball cap. It’s the SONIKS baseball cap. SONIKS baseball cap. Baseball cap.

With a classmate, ask and answer the following questions. You do not need to write anything yet. a b c d

How many products have normal shop prices of less than £10? How can you save an additional £10? Which product offers the biggest cash saving? How many SONIKS millennium games were sold in a month in the USA? e Give three advantages of joining the SONIKS loyalty scheme. f Which product contains 100 cards? g Which product is available in four different colours?

Exam tip You do not need to write full sentences for your answers in Exercise 1 of the Reading and Writing papers. Sometimes, just a few words or numbers will be enough. However, you must show the examiner that you have understood the question and you must write all the information required. If you are writing numbers, be careful to spell them correctly. Also, if the answer is a quantity, make sure you include a symbol or unit of measurement; for example, €35, 10 km, 2 hours, and so on.

Which of the following is the best answer to Exercise 6? Is more than one answer possible? Why?

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Write the answers to the questions in Exercise 8. Exchange your answers with a different pair. Check their answers. What should you be looking for?

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Exam tip In Exercise 1 of the Reading and Writing papers, you will often see notices, leaflets, signs, advertisements and timetables, all of which can contain a lot of information in different formats. The best strategy for answering the questions is to decide which word or words in the question will lead you to the place in the text where you will find the answer. These words are called key words.

10 Have a quick look at the second text, SONIKS Picture CD, on page 5. Where might you find a text like this? Choose one or more answers from the list: a dictionary an e-mail a newspaper a comic a TV magazine a children’s magazine a shop window a leaflet an encyclopaedia

11 What is the best strategy for answering questions in Exercise 1 of the Reading and Writing papers? Put the following strategy points into a logical order. Be prepared to explain your order. a b c d

Search likely sections of the text. Read the question. Underline the key word/s. Ask yourself what information the question is asking for.

12 Look at these questions based on the SONIKS Picture CD advertisement on page 5. Do not write anything yet. Find and note down the key word/s in each question. Discuss your choices with a classmate. a b c d e f g h i j

Where can you view your photographs? How much do you need to pay to order your SONIKS Picture CD? What will you receive for free? Name six things that you can do to your pictures with the SONIKART software. How many rolls of film can you send with each order? How much extra should you pay for postage and packing? What alternative method is given for ordering the CD? What two methods of payment are available? How long will you have to wait to receive your photographs? What should you do if you do not wish to receive details of other products?

Was it possible to identify key words in every question? Sometimes you may not be able to decide, but usually there will be one or two words which will help you to identify where the answer is in the text. 13 Now write the answers to the questions in Exercise 12. Keep your answers short, but remember to include all the information that the questions ask for. Exchange your answers with a classmate. Check each other’s answers.

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Language focus: word building 14 Notice the use of adjectives in the two SONIKS advertisements: exciting fun and games amazing ideas removable coloured straps free interactive guide creative photography Copy and complete the sentence: Adjectives are used to provide …… about …… . 15 Adjectives can often be formed from other parts of speech. Copy and complete the table below with the correct words. You may not be able to complete all the gaps. Adjective

Noun

Adverb

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exciting

excitement

excitingly

excite

amazing digital removable delightful creative interactive incredible

16 What do you notice about the endings of the adjectives in Exercise 15? Look back at the two SONIKS advertisements and find more adjectives. Add them to your table and then complete the other parts of speech (noun, adverb, verb). 17 Using the table from Exercises 15 and 16, make a list of some of the possible endings for adjectives. Then think of three more examples for each ending. Example: -ing

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interesting, fascinating, boring

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Speaking: showing preference and making suggestions 18 Look at this conversation between Maria and Christos. Maria:

Why don’t we go into town and see if that new CD is out yet?

Maria:

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Christos: Yes, we could do that, but I’d rather go next week because I should be able to get some more money by then. OK, let’s go next week instead. But what are we going to do today ... ?

The phrases in red are making suggestions or showing a preference. Think of more examples of language which could be used. Copy and complete the table below and compare your ideas with a classmate’s.

Making a suggestion

Showing a preference

Usually when we show a preference for something, we also give a reason. Example: I’d rather go next week because I should be able to get some more money by then. Look at how suggestion and preference phrases are followed by infinitive, ‘to’ infinitive or gerund forms of the verb:

Exam tip In the IGCSE interview, you may be asked to make suggestions and express preferences about a particular topic. Although it is important to speak accurately during the interview (and using set phrases like the ones practised in this unit will be very helpful), the most important thing is to talk communicatively and effectively in a fluent manner. Avoid using slang, say ‘yes’ not ‘yeah’, and try to use full sentences whenever possible.

Why don’t we + do?

Would you like + to do?

What/How about + doing?

Let’s + do

I’d rather + do

What do you think about + doing?

I suggest we + do

I’d like + to do

I suggest + doing

Can’t we + do?

I(’d) prefer + to do

I think we should + do 19 Work with a classmate. For each of the following examples, one of you makes a suggestion, and the other gives a preference and a reason. Try to use a variety of the phrases from the Language box above. Example: buying a new pair of trainers or putting your money in the bank Maria:

Why don’t you buy that pair of trainers we saw in town?

Christos: No, I don’t think so, Maria. I’d prefer to save my money for the summer holidays. a b c d e

going on holiday to Australia or Iceland eating Italian or Chinese food for dinner listening to classical or hip-hop music going to the cinema or the disco playing football or going swimming Unit 1: Focus on reading skills 7

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