Unit 12

1. Unit 12 Lifestyle “You may need to change your routine.”

2. Lead-in Activity • Warm-up • Listening Task • Real World Listening • Interaction Link • Useful Expressions • Additional Listening • Homework Argument

3. Lead-in Activity 1. Why does Tim stop Khalid from smoking? 2. What is the attitude of Khalid?

4. Lead-in Activity

5. Part I Warm-up

6. Language Points • juicy adj.绘声绘色的 • tense adj.紧张的, 拉紧的 • I was so tense the night before my exams that I couldn’t fall asleep. • scold v.责骂 • Did you scold her for breaking the glass? • be addicted to 对…上瘾 • She is addicted to TV soap operas.

7. Warm Up Match words: Find correct explanation for each word before listening. • 1. kick a. public notice or attention (公众的注意，宣传） • 2. gossip b. listen to a conversation in secret (偷听） • 3. chitchat c. stop doing something • 4. eavesdrop d. have an informal light conversation（闲谈） • 5. intersect e. talk about people without their knowledge • 6. publicity f. be in a position to cut across（交叉）

8. Warm Up Read about these habits. Choose the correct words and phrases. 1.It’s definitely not going to be easy to kickpush my ten-year- old smoking habit! 2.When changing your diet, it’s best to make increasinggradual changes. 3.Ninety-five kilos! I guess I’m going to have to stop eating at McDonald’s-no more health foodfast food 4.My co-worker and I enjoy learning juicygossipchitchat about the other employees. 5.I think my children need to cut offcut down on the time they spend talking to their friends on the phone. 6.It’s rude to talk when someone else is talking. But sometimes it’s hard not to intersectinterrupt.

9. 7.My best friend loves to listen in on other people’s conversations. She can’t stop eavesdroppinginvestigating ! 8.I often scold complain my daughter for biting her fingernails. 9.I have heard of people being addicted inaddicted to smoking or alcohol. Maybe I have the same problem with chocolate! 10.I can’t stand it when people talk on their cell phones in public publicity. Now listen and check

10. Warm Up Read about these habits. Choose the correct words and phrases. √ 1.It’s definitely not going to be easy to kickpush my ten-year- old smoking habit! 2.When changing your diet, it’s best to make increasinggradual changes. 3.Ninety-five kilos! I guess I’m going to have to stop eating at McDonald’s-no more health foodfast food 4.My co-worker and I enjoy learning juicygossipchitchat about the other employees. 5.I think my children need to cut offcut down on the time they spend talking to their friends on the phone. 6.It’s rude to talk when someone else is talking. But sometimes it’s hard not to intersectinterrupt. √ √ √ √ √

11. √ √ 7.My best friend loves to listen in on other people’s conversations. She can’t stop eavesdroppinginvestigating ! 8.I often scold complain my daughter for biting her fingernails. 9.I have heard of people being addicted inaddicted to smoking or alcohol. Maybe I have the same problem with chocolate! 10.I can’t stand it when people talk on their cell phones in public publicity. √ √

12. Pair Work • What bad habits bother you? Share your thoughts with a partner. (Hints: smoking, snoring, littering, cursing, sucking fingers, chewing food loudly, never washing feet, talking loudly, gossiping, spitting, eavesdropping, etc.)

13. Part II Listening Task

14. Language Points • breakup n.分手; 分裂 • The breakup of their cooperation surprised everyone. • accidentally adv.偶然 • overhear n. / v.偷听 • Tim overheard their private conversation when he was passing the door. • annoy v.使（某人）烦恼 • She was annoyed that the children were very noisy when she was working.

15. Culture Note : Russell Crowe • Born in New Zealand, Russell has made his home in Australia since he was a small child. The son of movie set caterers, Russell got the acting bug early in life. Beginning as a child star on a local Australian TV show, Russell’s first big break came with two films…the first ,Romper Stomper (1992), gained him a name throughout the film community in Australia and the neighboring countries. The second, the Sum of Us (1994),helped put him on the American map. With The Quick and the Dead (1995) under his belt as his first American film, the second was offered to him soon after . Virtuosity (1995) ,starring Denzel Washington, put Russell in the body of Virtual Serial Killer ,Sid6.7…a role unlike any he had played so far.

16. Look at the pictures. What is each person’s bad habits? First Listening What is the listener’s attitude in each conversation? √ 1. 2. He wants his friend to stop listening to private conversations She’s upset that her husband isn’t listening to her √ He wants to hear the details of Mark and Sarah’s breakup She’s annoyed that her husband keeps talking while she is trying to tell a story

17. Look at the pictures. What is each person’s bad habits? First Listening What is the listener’s attitude in each conversation? √ 3. 4. He thinks Jill is acting childish. They think he’s being rude. √ He doesn’t want Jill to be nervous. They are embarrassed that they can hear his private conversation

18. Second Listening What comments are made about the bad habit at the end of the conversation? Complete each sentence. You’ve got to … 1. stop doing that. 2. I didn’t even realize … I was doing that.

19. Second Listening What comments are made about the bad habit at the end of the conversation? Complete each sentence. I just hope you’re not … 3. too nervous around me. 4. Do you think … we should say something?

20. Third Listening Listen again and answer the following questions. 1.What did they have after the movie according to the second conversation? ___________ 2.Why did Jill play with her hair according to the third conversation? _______________ 3.What do you think they’ll probably do according to the fourth conversation? ____________________ Cheese cake She was nervous. They’ll talk loudly too.

21. Script 1 1. A: Hey Dennis. Do you want to hear some really juicy gossip? B: Uh oh. It’s not about me, I hope. A: Nope. It’s about Mark and Sarah. They’re breaking up! B: How do you know that? A: Well I was walking by their apartment, and … B: Oh, no. You haven’t been eavesdropping outside their door again, have you? A: Just a little. I know I said I wouldn’t, but this time was different. I was just walking innocently by their door when I accidentally overheard them arguing. I just had to stop and listen. B: Come on, Carrie. You’ve got to stop doing that .How would you feel if I listened to your private conversations?

22. Script 2 2.A: Hi, Honey. How was your girls’ night out? B: Oh, it was fun. We went to the movies and saw this great movie called … A: You went to the movies? I read about the new Russell Crowe movie in the newspaper today. We should see it. B: Anyway, after the movie, we all went out and had cheesecake for desse ... A: Oh, that reminds me. Let’s pick up something for dessert tonight. B: You know, it’s really annoying when you do that! A: Do what? B: Interrupt. I feel like I can’t ever finish my thought . A: Oh, sorry. I didn’t realize I was doing it.

23. Script 3 3.A: So, Jill, tell me about yourself. What do you like to do for fun? B: Um. I really love outdoor sports, especially skiing. A: Wow, me too! Hey, Jill, did you get a new haircut recently or something? B: No. Why do you ask? A: It’s just that you’ve been playing with your hair the entire evening. B: Oh, that! I always play with my hair when I get nervous, you know, twisting the ends around my fingers. I’ve been doing it since I was a little kid. Does it bother you? A: A little. I just hope you are not too nervous around me. I’m having a great time on our date.

24. Script 4 • A: This is a great restaurant. I’m so glad we came. B: Yeah. The food is good, and it’s quiet. For once, we can actually have a conversation. C: Hello? Yeah, I’m at Cesar’s Italian Restaurant. So, dude, what’s going on? You are kidding! No, I didn’t tell her that! B: Can you believe that? Where does he think he is? A: I know! I can’t stand it when people talk loudly on their cell phones like that. I mean, this is a public place! He’s just annoying everyone around him! B: Well, do you think we should say something?

25. Pair Work • Talk with your partner what you have seen in picture 4. You should explain your reasons for your solution.

26. Part III Real World Listening

27. Language Points • cholesteroln.胆固醇 • A high cholesterol level in the blood can cause heart disease. • ballroom dance 交际舞

28. Prepare Mr. Garcia is visiting his doctor. Which of these habits do you think his doctor will talk to him about? yelling at his employees not sleeping enough another habit √ smoking eating fast food Not exercising Working too hard Drinking alcohol Drinking coffee √ √ Now listen and check

29. Get The Main Ideas • What excuses does Mr. Garcia give to Dr. Morrissey? He’s addicted to fast food. It’s so boring Work is too busy, and three teenagers keep him stressed out

30. What changes does Mr. Garcia make? He stopped eating junk food He’s taking dance classes. He took a vocation.

31. Script Part 1. Mr. Garcia talks to his doctor Dr. Morrissey: Well, Mr. Garcia, your test results are in. You’ve got high cholesterol and a bit of a weight problem. I think we need to discuss some serious lifestyle changes. Mr. Garcia: All right, Doctor, I’m ready. Go ahead and scold me. Dr. Morrissey: I’m not here to scold you, Mr. Garcia, just encourage you. Mr. Garcia: That’s a relief! Dr. Morrissey: But I would suggest making some gradual changes in your diet. For examples, cutting down on the amount of fatty foods you eat. Mr. Garcia: It’s going to be tough to change my diet. I think I’m addicted to fast food! Dr. Morrissey: Yes, well, unfortunately, you are going to have to. And it’s more than just your diet you need to improve. I also want you to start exercising. Exercise is going to keep your heart healthy and help you lose some of those unwanted pounds.

32. Script Mr. Garcia: Oh, no! I just knew you were going to tell me that! I can’t stand exercising. It’s so boring! Dr. Morrissey: I’m sure you can find some physical activity you enjoy. Now, about your stress level at work. Mr. Garcia: You can’t just take a break when you’re the CEO of an international company ,you know! And even when I do get a day off from work, I have got three teenagers at home to keep me stressed out. Dr. Morrissey: Well, you’re going to have to find some time somewhere in your schedule for relaxation. Your health depends on it. Mr. Garcia: Ok. I think I get the message. I’ll do my best , but you know what they say? Dr. Morrissey: Old habits die hard.

33. Script Part 2. Mr. Garcia runs into a friend Sandra: David, is that you? I hardly even recognized you! Mr. Garcia: Yeah, it’s the new and improved me! Sandra: Wow! You must have lost some weight. Mr. Garcia: Yeah, like fifty pounds. Sandra: What have been up to? Mr. Garcia: Well, for starters, I kicked my junk food habit. No more fast food. Sandra: You’re kidding! I thought you were addicted to those Big Macs. Mr. Garcia: I was, but not anymore. It’s salads for lunch now . I’ve also started taking a ballroom dance class

34. Script With my wife. It’s a fun way to keep my weight under control, and my wife and I get to spend more time together. Sandra: That’s fantastic! And how’s Fiberglass International? Mr. Garcia: Pretty good! I recently took a little break from work, and you know ,the strangest thing happened! When I returned from my vacation ,I found that I had a lot more energy at work. I think I’m going to go to Hawaii next month. Sandra: Well, that’s just wonderful. Keep up the good work!

35. Oral Practice: Role Play Tell your partner the story of Mr. Garcia with what you’ve heard.

36. Respond to the Ideas 1. Which of the doctor’s suggestions do you think is the most important for Mr. Garcia to do? 2. Have you ever made an important life change by stopping a bad habit? How?

37. Part IV Interaction Link

38. Language Points • Shopaholic 购物狂 • Crack knuckles 打响指 • bite fingernails 咬指甲 • suck thumb 吮拇指

39. Kicking the habit 1.Read the bad habits in the chart. what’s the best way to “kick” each habit?2.Ask a partner how he or she would kick each habit?3.As a class, vote on the most effective methods.

41. Example A: How do you kick eating too much junk food? B: I replace them with some healthy food. A: How do you kick drinking too much coffee? B: By gradually cutting down on the cups I drink each day.

42. Part V Useful Expressions

43. Useful Expressions 要改变我10年的抽烟习惯绝非易事。 It’s definitely not going to be easy to kick my ten- year-old smoking habit! 当你改变饮食习惯的时候, 最好是逐渐改变。 When changing your diet, It’s best to make gradual changes. 我认为孩子们应减少他们和朋友在电话上聊天的时间。 I think children need to cut down on the time they spend talking to their friends on the phone .

44. Useful Expressions 我经常因为咬指甲的事训斥我女儿。 I often scold my daughter for biting her fingernails. 我听说有些人对烟和酒上瘾。可能我对巧克力 也有同样的问题。 I’ve heard of people being addicted to smoking or alcohol. Maybe I have the same problem with chocolate!

45. Part VI Additional Listening

46. Additional Listening Doctor: Hi, Julie. How are you? Julie: Hey, Dr. Cassidy. I’m actually fine. It’s just that I’ve been a little tired the last few days, and my stomach is kinda upset. Doctor: Well, that doesn’t surprise me. I have some news that you might find exciting. You’re pregnant. Julie: No way! Doctor: Yes, you’re going to have a baby. Julie: Are you kidding me? Ah, I need a cigarette. Doctor: That’s the last thing you need. You need to stop smoking, and immediately. Julie: But I can’t stop smoking.

47. Additional Listening Doctor: For you baby’s health, Julie, I’m afraid you have to. Julie: But smoking is only way I can relax! It helps me when I’m stressed out. Doctor: Now, there are a number of things that are extremely important for pregnant mothers, and smoking is only one of them. Another is to stop drinking alcohol. Do you drink? Julie: Well, I have a glass of wine with dinner, but I’m not an alcoholic. And I thought a little bit was supposed to be good for you anyway. Doctor: If you drink while you’re pregnant, your child could have birth defects. I con not emphasize enough, Julie, the importance of quitting.

48. Additional Listening Julie: Okay, then. What else is there? Doctor: Well, coffee. Julie: Do I have to give up everything I enjoy? I need coffee to wake me up in the morning. Doctor: I’ m afraid, Julie, you’ll have to stop drinking that, too. Caffeine affects the baby’s heart rate. And, it’s also important to get regular exercise. Julie: You’re kidding! I have to quit smoking, stop drinking alcohol and coffee, and on top of all that, I have to start exercising? Boy, it is amazing that anybody ever gets pregnant. Doctor: I really hope you’ll take this seriously, Julie.

49. Part VII Homework Argument

50. Homework Argument Do you like western fast food or traditional Chinese food?