At the end of this unit, students will be able to: understand texts and conversations about changes in their lives

P 

I can imagine. So what have you changed?

J 

Well, now I eat at home most of the time. And I think ‘do I need this?’ 

before I buy something new. I’ve saved almost £5,000. I’m really 

pleased with myself.

P 

Cool. That’s great. Next up we have Silvia. Silvia, tell us about your 

change.

SILVIA 

Hi, Jenny. Well, my story began when one day I had to walk 

up a hill. When I got to the top, it was diff icult to breathe. I was so 

unfit! The problem is I really hate most kinds of exercise – you know, 

running, cycling, swimming ... Then this friend said, ‘Why don’t you 

come to a dance class?’ The first time was so hard, I had to sit down 

and rest. But … but I enjoyed it … So I went back again … and again. 

And very slowly I’m getting fitter and losing weight. I climbed that hill 

again last week – easy!

P 

That’s great, Silvia. I really need to get fit myself! Anyhow, last up we 

have Lucas. Hi, Lucas.