1-1 Reading 1

Beginning a new school year is stressful to many students. P

How can we get off to a good start? P

Teen Today asked Raccoon 97, a popular webtoon artist, for ideas. P

1-2 Reading 2

Let’s think about things that are hard to change or easy to change. P

Your Messy Room_ You clean it up. P

Then you bring new stuff into it, and it soon gets messy again. P

Your room is much cleaner than mine. P

Your Family_ There is always someone in your family who drives you crazy. P

Remember that he or she is still a member of your family. P

You just have to live together and care for each other. P

Your Name on Your Teacher’s List P

If you are late or do not behave, your teacher will put your name on his or her list. P

You cannot easily change the list. P

Your Underpants_ If you change them every day, P

your mom will not tell you one hundred and one times. P

It means “Life is Choice between Birth and Death. P

1-3 Reading 3

Your Friends_ You can change your friends. P

Does it sound strange? You may think that you have the perfect number of friends. P

If you add a new friend to the list, however, you will feel even better than before. P

Your Mind_ You thought one thing at first, and now you think another thing. P

As someone said, “If you can change your mind, you can change your life.” P

“Focus on the things that are easy to change, and try to make today better than yesterday. Good luck!” P

1-4 Listen

Kevin, do you have a special goal for the year? P

Yeah, I want to win a gold medal in the national swimming contest. P

What about you, Minsol? P

I’d like to manage my time better. P

How would you achieve your goal? P

I'm planning to make a daily and weekly schedule. P

1-5 Dialog

Can I talk with you for a minute, Minsu? P

I'm working on my weekly schedule. P

Really? Good for you, little sister. P

Have a look and give me some advice. P

You have a lot of study time. P

I'm planning to study hard. P

Why don't you add some downtime? P

I mean you need to relax once in a while. P

1-6 Listen More

I'd like to visit you this Saturday. P

That'll be great. We can plant some vegetables together. P

Really? What kind of vegetables? P

This time, I'm planning to plant some tomatoes and peppers. P

Wow! That’ll be fun. P

I heard it's going to be sunny this Saturday. You should bring your cap. P

Why don't you put on sunscreen before you leave? P

No problem. I'll see you on Saturday. P

1-7 My Speaking Portfolio

I'd like to be an eco-friendly person. P

I'm planning to walk to school every day. P

My goal for the year is to pass the Korean History Test. P

I'm planning to take online classes. P

I'm also going to watch a lot of historical dramas on TV. P

I have a goal for the year. P

I want to get good grades in math. P

I'm planning to review math lessons regularly. P

I'm also going to solve 20 math problems every day. P

1-8 My Writing Portfolio

I want to change my phone habit. P

I use my phone when I feel bored. P

I text my friends or play games on the phone. P

I know that it is a waste of time. P

From now on, I will do two things to break the habit. P

I will turn off my phone after 10 p.m. P

I will also download a phone control app to use my phone less often. P

If I feel bored, I will talk to my family or read comic books. P

1-9 Wrap Up

What are you going to do this weekend, Mina? P

I'm planning to visit Yeosu with my aunt. P

That sounds great. Do you have any plans in Yeosu? P

Well, we'll visit Yeosu Expo Park and eat some seafood. P

That'll be fun. Enjoy your weekend. P

You look down, Yunsu. What's the problem? P

I have a science project, and I don't have any ideas. P

Why don't you read science magazines in the library? P

Science magazines? P

Sure. You can get some great ideas that way. P

2-1 Reading 1

Jaden's family is in Florence, Italy. P

They are visiting Ms.Gambini, his mother's friend. P

Today his parents are going to museums, but Jaden wants to stay behind. P

He thinks the translation app on his phone will help him communicate. P

His stomach growls, so he enters the kitchen. P

When Ms.Gambini sees Jaden, she says, "Buon giorno. P

Vuoi un pezzo di pane e un bicchiere di latte?" Jaden does not know how to respond. P

Then the app says, "Good morning. Would you like a piece of bread and a glass of milk?" P

2-2 Reading 2

There is a knock on the door, and a woman whom Ms.Gambini invited walks in. P

The two women begin speaking Italian very fast. P

So the translator does not understand. P

Jaden turns off the phone and leaves it on the table. P

He goes out to enjoy the sunny morning. P

He follows a thumping sound and finds a girl who is kicking a soccer ball against a wall. P

She turns to him and says, "Buon giorno. P

2-3 Reading 3

His phone is in the kitchen, so Jaden does not know what to say. P

He just repeats the words that the girl said, "Buon giorno." P

The girl kicks the ball to him. Jaden needs no translator for that. P

For a while, the two play with the ball. P

Finally, the girl points at herself and says, "Mi chiamo Rosabella." P

"My name is Jaden," he responds. P

Suddenly Rosabella says, "Arriva l'autobus." P

Jaden understands the words that sound like bus and arrive. P

Sure enough, a bus appears. P

2-4 Reading 4

Kids in soccer uniforms shout from the windows, "Ciao, Rosabella!" P

As Rosabella steps onto the bus, Jaden says, "Good luck." P

She does not understand. P

So Jaden thinks and says, "Buon, buon ...." P

He points to the soccer ball that she is holding in her hand. P

Rosabella shouts, "Fortuna! Buona fortuna!" P

Fortuna sounds like fortune. "Buona fortuna!" he shouts. P

Rosabella and her friends shout back, "Molte grazie!" The bus rolls away. P

2-5 Listen

It smells nice. What are you cooking, Uncle Abbas? P

I'm making kebab. P

Kebab? What is it? P

It's a traditional Turkish food. We have small pieces of meat and vegetables on a stick. P

Oh, it sounds delicious. P

Would you like some? P

Sure. I'd love some. P

Here you are. P

It tastes great. You should open your own restaurant! P

Thanks. I'm glad you like it. P

2-6 Dialog 2

What are you going to do today, Kevin? P

I'm going to look around the city. P

Do you know how to find your way? P

Sure. I have a map on my phone! P

Okay. Try to remember landmarks, too. P

I'm sorry, but what do you mean by "landmarks"? P

I mean important places or special buildings. P

All right. I will try to remember the places that I see. P

2-7 Listen and say.

Those cookies look delicious. P

Would you like some? P

No, thanks. I'm too nervous. P

Why are you so nervous? P

I have my audition for the school radio station in half an hour. P

Oh, really? Break a leg! P

Break a leg? What do you mean? P

I mean "Good luck." P

That's a funny expression. Thanks! Save some cookies for me, okay? P

2-8 My Writing Portfolio

Look. The name of our app is Enjoy Paris! P

Enjoy Paris? Sounds interesting! P

This app focuses on what to see in Paris. P

Does it give information on famous museums and theaters? P

Yes. You can find out about opening hours and admission fees. P

It also tells you how to get there. P

Oh, I'll download it right now! P

I'm sure you'll like it. P

2-9 Wrap Up

Would you like some sandwiches? P

What kind of sandwich? P

Ham and egg sandwich. P

No, thanks. I don’t eat eggs. P

Then, Would you like some apple pie? P

Okay. Apples are my favorite fruit. P

Hurry up, everyone. Hit the road! P

I'm sorry, but what do you mean by that? P

I mean it's time to start moving. P

Like, "It's time to go"? P

Great! Let's hit the road. P

3-1 Reading 1

Hands off! Watch out! This is my spot! P

Germs are everywhere, but it is impossible to see them with your eyes. P

There are two major kinds of germs: bacteria and viruses. P

Bacteria are very small creatures. Some are good. P

They can help you digest the food that you eat. P

Others are bad and can make you sick. P

Viruses are germs that can only live inside the cells of other living bodies. P

They cause diseases such as the flu. P

3-2 Reading 2

I’m in! Time to attack! Yay! Success! P

“Bad” germs can enter your body through your skin, mouth, nose, and eyes. P

What happens when they invade? P

Make more copies of me. Now! The germs multiply in the body. P

Your body becomes a war zone. You start to feel tired and weak. P

3-3 Reading 3

We have an invader! Come quickly. P

Luckily, your body has an army of defense. P

The T cells sound the alarm! P

It’s my job to defend the body. P

The B cells arrive to fight the germs with antibodies. P

That was a nice meal! Are there any more germs to eat? P

The macrophage cells show up and eat the germs. P

Together, this army is called the white blood cells. P

If all goes well, they win the fight. P

In a few days, you start to feel better. P

3-4 Reading 4

The body remembers the invader, so it cannot make copies of itself again. P

Fine. Next year, I’ll send in my cousin. He’ll see you then for another fight! P

But the germs are smart, too. They can change form and trick the body. P

What can I do now? There are several ways to protect yourself from germs. P

First, wash your hands with soap and warm water. P

A balanced diet will keep your body strong and healthy. P

I’m ready to fight any germs. Me, too. Bring it on. P

It is also important to exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep. P

3-5 Reading 5

What? It’s “Game Over” for my cousins, too? P

We give up. We can’t make you sick. P

Finally, get the necessary shots. They are the best defense against germs. P

If you follow these steps, you will not be a victim of “bad” germs. P

3-6 Listen

Can I go home early, Ms. Song? I don't feel so good. P

What seems to be the problem? P

I have a terrible stomachache. It really hurts. P

Why don't you get some medicine at the nurse's office? P

I already did. But it didn't help. P

Okay. You can go. Go see a doctor, okay? P

Hi, Jongha. I heard you were sick. Are you okay now? P

Yes, I went to the doctor, and I feel better now. P

Good to hear that. By the way, I called you to talk about our science project. P

Yeah, we should meet. Can you make it tomorrow? P

Okay. Let's meet at Simpson's Donuts at nine. P

At nine? That's too early. I sleep late on the weekend. P

3-7 Listen More

Hi, Minsol. What's wrong with your dog? P

She keeps scratching herself. Actually, she lost some hair. P

When did she first have the problem? P

About three days ago. P

Let me see. She has a virus on her skin. I'll give you some medicine. P

I need to check your dog again. Can you make it next Monday? P

3-8 Speak

What’s wrong with you? P

I have a sore throat. P

That’s too bad. You should drink warm water. P

Okay, I will. P

I have a stomachache. P

You should take some medicine. P

I have a cold. P

You should get some rest. P

I have a headache. P

You should see a doctor. P

I cut my finger. P

You should put a bandaid on it. P

I have a runny nose. P

You should blow your nose. P

I have a fever. P

You should put ice on your forehead. P

4-1 Reading 1

Look at this beautiful painting. P

It was created by the famous Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh in 1889. P

In Van Gogh's time, almost everyone could look up and see a wonderful starry night sky. P

Now, how many of us are as lucky as Van Gogh? P

In fact, many people in today's world cannot enjoy a starry night sky. P

This is so because of light pollution. P

4-2 Reading 2

Most of us are familiar with air, water, and land pollution. P

We know that they are serious problems, and we are taking action to solve them. P

But did you know that light can also cause pollution? P

Light pollution―too much light in the wrong place at the wrong time―is almost everywhere around the world. P

It can have serious effects on humans and wildlife. P

According to a recent report, about 80% of the world's population lives under skies that are not dark enough at night. P

Especially in big cities, people often cannot see a starry night. P

They can also suffer from sleep problems because the natural rhythm of day and night is disturbed by artificial light. P

4-3 Reading 3

Wildlife is threatened by light pollution, too. P

Birds that migrate or hunt at night find their way by natural light, P

but light in big cities can cause them to wander off course. P

Every year millions of birds die after hitting buildings that have bright lights. P

Sea turtles cannot easily find a place to lay eggs since beaches are too bright at night. P

Also, many baby sea turtles die because artificial light draws them away from the ocean. P

Clearly, light pollution is as serious as other forms of pollution. P

We have to find ways to solve the problem. P

If we do not, we may see stars only in our dreams or paintings. P

4-4 Listen 1

Is it okay to put a poster on the bulletin board, Mr. Cha? P

Here. It's a poster about World Oceans Day. P

Let me see. It's a great poster. Did you make it? P

My club members made it together. P

I think people should care more about our oceans. P

I agree. Well, we don't have space right now. P

Then can I put it on the door? P

4-5 Listen 2

What are you doing, Minsu? P

I'm throwing away unused medicine. P

Well, you're not supposed to do that. P

It can pollute the water. It can also put people and animals in danger. P

I see. Then what should I do? P

You must take it to a drugstore. They'll take care of it. P

Oh, I didn't know that. I'll be more careful. P

4-6 Listen and choose.

Wow! I love this place, Dad. P

Oh, I forgot something. I didn't bring our toothbrushes. P

I saw a store on our way here. P

Okay. I'll go get some toothbrushes. P

Sure. It's getting dark. You should drive carefully. P

Dad, is it okay to cook some ramyeon? P

Of course. But you're not supposed to throw away any leftovers. P

I know that. I really care about the environment. P

4-7 Speak

Is it okay to eat the apple pie? P

Sure. Help yourself. P

Is it okay to drink this grape juice? P

Sorry, you can’t. It’s not grape juice. It’s wine. P

Is it okay to use the hairdryer? P

Sorry, you can’t. It’s broken. P

Is it okay to open the window? P

Sure, go ahead. It’s hot. P

Is it okay to feed the cat? P

Of course. I think it’s very hungry. P

Thanks. I really love cats. P

Can I water the plant? P

Can I hang my hat on the wall? P

Sorry, you can’t. I just painted it. P

Oh, I didn’t know that. P

Mom, can I stay out until late? P

Sorry, you can’t. Come back by eight. P

Is it okay to eat chocolate, Dad? P

Sure, but don’t eat too much. It’s bad. P

4-8 My Speaking Portfolio

Please listen carefully and follow the rules. P

First, you're not supposed to feed the animals. P

It can make them sick. P

And you're not supposed to touch the animals. P

It can be very dangerous. P

Lastly, don't throw stones or trash at them. P

Enjoy your time at K-Zoo. P

4-9 Project 2

Today the International Olympic Committee decided to stop the Winter Olympics. P

It is really hard to see snow or ice anywhere in the world, even on high mountains because of global warming. P

According to the Committee, the Winter Olympics will never return if the problem of global warming continues. P

The first hotel on the moon is finally open. P

The guests paid four million dollars per person to stay on the moon just for three days. P

They also have to do the cooking and cleaning themselves. P

They have to wear special clothes during their stay. P

One guest said, "I don't mind all the problems. P

I'm looking forward to seeing the stars up close. P

4-10 Reading for Fun 2

Dean invited his friends to his room one evening. P

He was proud of everything in his room: P

a nice bed, many comic books, and a new computer. P

In the corner, he also had a very big metal dish. P

A friend asked. "What's that big dish?" P

"Oh, that's my special clock. It talks," Dean replied proudly. P

"If you hit the dish, you'll know the time." P

Then he hit the dish with his hand. It made a really loud noise. P

Suddenly, his sister who was on the other side of the wall shouted, P

"Are you crazy? It's eleven o'clock at night. Time to go to bed!" P

4-11 Reading for Fun 2-2

Jessie and Nicole are university friends. P

They visited Jessie's grandma in Florida on Saturday. P

They planned to come back early on Monday because they had a big test that afternoon. P

But they got up late and could not make it to the test. P

They needed a good excuse for being late, P

so they decided to tell the professor that their car got a flat tire. P

The professor agreed that it was just bad luck and allowed them to take the test on Wednesday. P

When they came to take the test on Wednesday morning, the professor put Jessie and Nicole in different rooms. P

As they sat down, they read the first question. For 5 points, explain global warming. P

It was a piece of cake to them. Then, the test continued. P

For 95 points, answer the question: Which tire? P

4-12 Reading for Fun 2-3

One day Abril went to a pet shop to buy a parrot. P

"How much is this blue one?" she asked. P

"It costs $2,000," said the pet shop owner. P

"Why is it so expensive?" asked Abril. P

"This parrot is a very special one. It can play the piano!" P

"What about the green one?" she asked. P

"It costs $5,000 because it can play the piano, paint pictures, and jump rope." P

"Then what about the red one?" Abril asked. P

The owner responded that it costs $10,000. P

She was surprised and asked, "What does it do?" P

"I don't know," said the owner, "but the other two birds call it 'teacher.'" P

5-1 Listen and Answer

When I first came to Songji Middle School two months ago, I was so worried. P

I was a little shy, and I wasn't good at Korean. P

However, I'm a lucky girl. P

All my classmates are nice and friendly. P

I enjoy playing handball with them in P.E.class. P

I'm a good player. P

They call me "Golden Hand." P

There will be a sports day next week. P

I hope my class will win in the handball event. P

5-2 Listen and Answer 2

Hi, Minsol. Is your class winning? P

Of course. We have a great handball player. P

You mean the girl from Mongolia? P

Yes, her name is Gacha. P

I've heard a lot about her. But what does she look like? P

She's very tall and has a ponytail. P

Oh, is she the girl who scored the goal just now? P

Yes, that’s her seventh goal. P

Wow, she’s really great. P

5-3 Listen and complete

What can I do for you? P

I lost my younger brother. P

Okay, calm down. What's your brother's name? P

His name is Wally Brown. He's five years old. P

What does he look like? P

He has brown hair and brown eyes. P

What is he wearing? P

He is wearing a green shirt and black pants. P

Can you tell me more? P

Oh, he is carrying a red backpack. P

All right. We’ll go out and look for him. P

Also, we'll make an announcement about a missing child. P

Thank you so much. I hope I'll find him soon. P

5-4 My Speaking Portfolio

Look at the bulletin board. P

There are posters for the next school president. P

Yeah, I've already made my choice. P

I'll vote for Jang Jimin. P

You mean the boy with glasses? P

He looks smart, but I don't like his promises. P

Then who will you choose? P

Well, I am for number 1, Han Siwon. P

She wants to make our school a safe place. P

She always has a ponytail, right? P

Yes, and Hong Jiho seems okay. P

She looks friendly, but I don't like talent shows. P

5-5 Reading 1

In many ways, 42-year-old Joseph Palmer was an ordinary person. P

He had a job and cared for his family. P

But in 1830, after he moved to a small town in Massachusetts, P

he began to face difficulties. P

Joseph looked different from other people P

he had a long beard. P

People did not like it very much. P

The town's people avoided the man with a beard. P

They did not want to sit next to him. P

They even whispered behind his back, P

"What is he trying to hide?" P

5-6 Reading 2

Some neighbors broke his windows. P

Others threw stones at him when he walked down the street. P

They told him to stop growing a beard. P

Joseph did not mind. P

He just wanted the freedom to have his beard. P

One day, four men attacked Joseph and threw him on the ground. P

"We're going to cut off your beard!" they shouted. P

Joseph was a big man, and he was able to fight them off. P

But the men called the police and accused him of attacking them. P

Poor Joseph was arrested. P

He said to the judge, "I'm the victim here." P

Sadly, no one believed a man with a beard, and he went to prison for over a year. P

5-7 Reading 3

Joseph's son, Thomas, wanted people to know the truth. P

He sent letters to newspapers across the country. P

People learned that Joseph was in prison just for protecting himself and his beard. P

Many people became angry about this, P

so the judge finally decided to set Joseph free. P

After he was freed, Joseph traveled and told his story to lots of people. P

Slowly, people's attitudes toward beards changed. P

Before Joseph died, a man with a beard became the President of the United States. P

His name was Abraham Lincoln. P

He made beards popular, but Joseph Palmer fought for the right to have them. P

5-8 My Writing Portfolio

I read the story about Joseph Palmer last week. P

I really enjoyed it. P

I learned from the story that we should not judge people by their appearance. P

Students who talk about other people's appearance must read the story. P

However, I have a question about it. P

Why did Joseph Palmer want to have a beard? P

5-9 Wrap Up

I hear there is a new student in your class. P

Yes. She's from Jeiudo. Oh, she's over there! P

Which one? What does she look like? P

She has curly hair and is wearing glasses. P

You look sad. What's wrong, Jongmin? P

My sister broke her arm this morning. P

What happened? P

She fell off her bike. P

That's too bad. I hope she'll get better soon. P

5-10 Wrap Up 2

Long ago, penguins lived on an island. P

For many years, they wore the same clothes and lived in the same houses. P

One day a new bird, Perry, came to the island. P

He had a different shape, size, and color. P

The head penguin said, "Hey, you don't look like us. Put on a penguin shirt." P

Perry got upset and answered, "I look different, but I can be a good friend." P

6-1 Listen and Answer

I'm not happy with Buster. P

What's wrong? P

He tore my homework into pieces again. P

Puppies often do that. P

This is not the first time. Sometimes I find my socks in the dog house. P

Please be kind to him. He's just five months old. P

You're too nice to him! He needs some training. P

Let's start training in a few weeks. P

6-2 Listen and Answer 2

I'm going out with your dad for a movie. P

When will you be back, Mom? P

Around 8 o’clock. Don't forget to feed Buster. P

Be sure to give him some water, too. P

One more thing. Can you help Minsol with her science homework? P

Buster tore her homework into pieces. P

6-3 Listen and complete

Customer Service. How can I help you? P

I bought a hairdryer at your store last week. I'm not happy with it. P

What is the problem? P

It doesn't work well. I mean the air isn't hot enough. P

I'm sorry. Do you want to exchange it? P

Well, can I get a refund? P

Sure. Will you please visit our store with the dryer? P

Yes, I'll drop by tomorrow afternoon. P

Don't forget to bring the receipt. P

6-4 My Speaking Portfolio

I’m not happy with my parents. P

They come into my room too often. P

I’m not happy with my brother. P

He uses the bathroom for too long in the morning. P

I’m not happy with my homeroom teacher. P

He never stops talking. P

I’m not happy about the school lunch menu. P

I like meat, but there isn’t enough meat for me. P

6-5 My Speaking Portfolio 2

I’m not very happy with my brother. P

What’s the problem? P

He uses the bathroom for too long in the morning. P

I know how you feel. P

What can I do? P

Well, you can get up earlier and use the bathroom first. P

Okay, I’ll give it a try. P

6-6 Reading 1

Today we have a special guest, Andy Kim. He’s a hip-hop artist. P

Nice to meet you and thank you for having me. P

What do our listeners want to tell their family? P

This evening we will find out by reading some letters from them. P

Andy, will you start off with the letter from a teenage girl? P

6-7 Reading 2

I'm a 15-year-old girl from Wonju. P

I want to tell you about my mom. P

My mom tries to do everything for me. P

She cleans my room without asking me, so it's sometimes hard to find my stuff. P

She also buys books and makes me study them. P

I want to say to my mom, "I know you love me, but I'm not a baby anymore. P

Please let me take care of things myself." P

I felt the same way when I was in middle school. P

Many moms think their kids are too young to do things on their own. P

I hope the girl's mom will get the message. P

Andy, will you please read the next letter? P

6-8 Reading 3

I’m a father of two children. P

One is a high school girl, and the other is a middle school boy. P

They’re too busy to talk with me. P

When I get home from work, they just say hi and go back to their rooms. P

Sometimes I ask them about their school life, but they only give short answers. P

We don’t talk much at the table, either. P

I want to say to my kids, “I love you so much, P

and I want to spend more time with you. P

Andy, did you talk with your parents often when you were younger? P

Not really. I loved them very much, P

but I thought they were too old to understand me. P

Does anyone have suggestions for the “sad” dad? P

Text your idea to us. P

6-9 My Writing Portfolio

I'm a 15-year-old boy from Seoul. P

I want to say sorry to my mother. P

The other day, I had an argument with my mother. P

She complained about my tight school uniform, P

and I talked back to her in a very rude way. P

Since then, we haven't talked to each other for several days. P

"Mom, I promise I will never talk back to you in such a rude way again. P

Please accept my apology. P

6-10 Wrap Up

You look upset, Tommy. P

I'm not happy with Sojin. P

What's wrong with her? P

She isn't doing her part of the group project. P

I think you should talk to her. P

Are you ready for your trip, Suji? P

Yes, I am, Dad. I'm ready to leave. P

Do you have your ticket with you? P

Yeah, I have it on my phone. P

Good. Don't forget to call me when you get to the train station. P

6-11 Wrap Up 2

This is a letter from a father who wants to share his experience with the "sad" father. P

My kids and I did not talk much. P

There was a wall between us. P

I wanted to break it down. P

I tried to spend more time with my children on weekends. P

We played computer games, rode bikes, and went shopping together. P

In this way, I had more chances to talk with them. P

I came to know more about them. P

6-12 Reading for Fun

I am visiting my aunt and uncle in Athens. P

Today I went to the Agora in the center of the city. P

It is a gathering place for Athenians. P

There were a lot of stores, and people were busy talking and shopping. P

My uncle went to the Assembly. P

Any male citizens over the age of 20 can take part in the Assembly and vote on important matters. P

After they each speak freely about the matters, they vote by showing their hands. P

My uncle said, "Counting thousands of hands is almost impossible. P

6-13 Reading for Fun 2

I went to the Agora again. P

I heard a very interesting discussion between a teacher named Socrates and his students. P

Socrates questioned his students on the meaning of life. P

I was too young to understand it, but I liked their way of discussing matters. P

Today was the best day so far. P

I went to the Theater of Dionysus. P

At the outdoor theater which can hold about 17,000 people, P

we watched Antigone, a play by Sophocles. P

In addition to traditional songs and dances, the play had an interesting story. P

I sat far from the stage, but I could feel the characters' sadness. P

Today is the final day of my stay in Athens. P

My aunt and uncle said to me, "You must develop your talent. P

You can help make Athens a great state." P

Now I want to go to school and become a better person. P

7-1 Listen and Answer

Kevin, you look down. P

Nothing serious. Sometimes my feelings change a lot. P

I understand. Many teens have ups and downs in their feelings. P

Oh, really? P

Have you watched the animated movie "Shining Days"? P

No, I haven't. Why do you ask? P

It is about a teenager's feelings. It will help you understand your feelings better. P

That sounds good! I'll watch it. P

7-2 Listen and Answer 2

Oh, look at the long line at the box office. P

Yeah, there's a ticket machine over there. Let's buy the tickets from the machine. P

All right. Do you know how to use the machine? P

Sure. It's easy. First, select a movie and a showtime. P

Okay. We can watch the seven o'clock show. Then what? P

Well, select the number of tickets and choose our seats. P

Okay. Two tickets, and I want to sit in the back. P

No problem. Lastly, pay for the tickets. P

It's very simple. P

7-3 Listen and number

Good morning, Chef Garcia! P

Hello, Suji. Have you ever made nacho pizza? P

Nacho pizza? No, I haven't. P

Kids will love it, and I'll tell you how to make it. P

Sounds good! P

It's easy to make. First, put nacho chips on a plate and spread pizza sauce on them. P

Okay. Let me help you with the pizza sauce. P

Thanks. Next, put some ham, onions, and peppers on top. P

Okay. Then? P

Add cheese and bake for about 12 minutes in the oven. P

I can't wait to taste it! P

7-4 Reading 1

Did you laugh when you saw the cartoon above? P

If so, the cartoonist was successful. P

Cartoonists are the people who make cartoons. P

They want to catch your interest, and usually, make you laugh with simple language and creative drawings. P

People have made cartoons for hundreds of years. P

There are many types of cartoons, and they play different roles. P

One form of cartoon is a picture with a few words. P

It is sometimes called a "gag cartoon." P

The cartoonist makes a funny character, P

and the character makes you laugh by doing or saying silly things. P

7-5 Reading 2

Another type of cartoon is called a caricature. P

In a caricature, some parts of a character are different or bigger than usual. P

Look at the picture on the right. P

Which parts of the man's face jump out at you? P

Artists have used this type of cartoon to make fun of well-known people. P

When several cartoon pictures come together and tell a story, we have a comic strip. P

Comic strips have been in newspapers for many years. P

They are often just amusing stories. P

People have also used comic strips for education. P

Comics can make information clearer and easier to learn. P

You have probably seen comic history or science books. P

You have surely seen many cartoon movies, or animated movies, too. P

These are very popular among people of all ages. P

Movement and sounds are added to pictures, so they come alive. P

7-6 Reading 3

In the 1990s, a new type of cartoon was developed. P

It is called a webtoon. P

Webtoons are published online, so you can read them anytime, anywhere on your phone or computer. P

They are very popular, and some of them are even made into TV dramas or movies. P

New forms of cartoons may appear in the future. P

They could be different and even more exciting than now, but one thing will remain the same: P

they will help us laugh, relax, and learn. P

7-7 Wrap Up

Have you ever been to Sokcho? P

Actually my uncle lives there, so I visit him every year. P

Really? Then, you've climbed Mt.Seorak, haven't you? P

Yes, I've climbed to the top of the mountain twice. P

Today, I'll tell you how to draw a bear's face. P

First, draw a big circle for the face. P

Next, make two circles on top of the face. P

After that, draw two circles for its eyes and color them black. P

Then, draw a small circle for the nose. P

Lastly, make a mouth. P

Minjun gets good grades in school. P

The secret is his books. P

He goes to the bookstore and buys some comic books. P

He reads them to study history, science, and other subjects. P

He can understand and remember important information better by reading them. P

He hopes comic books will be used in school, too. P

8-1 Listen and Answer

Dad, I like this tomato soup. P

I'm happy you like it. P

By the way, do you know where the tomato was first grown? P

Italy or somewhere in Europe? P

No, the tomato came from South America. P

Really? How did you know that? P

I learned it from Ms. Song, my social studies teacher. P

8-2 Listen and Answer 2

Did you see the pictures Ms. Song took? P

She traveled around South America by herself last summer. P

Really? What a surprise! P

She showed us pictures of beautiful places. I especially liked the pictures of pyramids. P

Are there pyramids in South America? P

Yes. She said some pyramids are about 3,800 meters above sea level. P

8-3 Listen and check

How was the roller coaster ride, Jongha? P

It was fantastic. I really enjoyed it. P

Ha ha. You closed your eyes while riding. P

Did you see? To be honest, I was really scared at first. P

Do you know how fast this roller coaster is? P

I have no idea. P

It goes as fast as 140 km per hour. P

Wow! That's surprising! P

Let's ride it one more time! P

Look at the sign. We can't ride it after 8 p.m. P

Oh, maybe next time. P

8-4 Reading 1

Do you know where the driest desert on Earth is? P

How about the highest waterfall? Yes, they are both in South America. P

This continent is full of natural wonders that will surprise you. P

The Atacama is the driest desert on Earth. P

In some parts, it gets almost no rain at all―only 1-3 millimeters per year! P

The ground in some areas is so dry that no plants can grow. P

Do you know what scientists do in such a dry place? P

The soil in this desert is very similar to the soil on Mars, so they prepare for trips to outer space. P

The Atacama is also one of the best places on Earth to watch stars. P

8-5 Reading 2

If you go to Venezuela, you can see the world's highest waterfall. P

It is 979 meters high. P

Clouds often cover the top, so you need patience and a little luck to get a good view. P

Actually, the waterfall is named after Jimmie Angel, a pilot from the United States who first flew over the waterfall in 1933. P

You can still get to the top of the beautiful waterfall only by plane. P

8-6 Reading 3

The Amazon runs across the continent through seven countries. P

It travels from Peru in the west and flows into the Atlantic Ocean. P

The Amazon River is interesting in many ways. P

For the most part, it has no bridges. P

That is because it usually runs through rainforests and wet areas, not cities or towns. P

Also, in many places the river is very wide, so you cannot see the other side! You probably do not want to swim in this river. P

It is home to some very big snakes and fish that eat meat. P

The Andes are the world's longest mountain range. P

Do you know how long the mountain range is? P

It is about 7,000 kilometers long! P

It also contains the highest mountains outside of Asia. P

About a third of the people in South America live in the Andes. P

Many unique animals also live there. P

8-7 Wrap Up

Do you know Junha got a puppy? P

No. Where did he get it? From a pet shop? P

No. I heard he got the puppy from his uncle. P

I want one, too, P

Do you know Sumin won first prize at the speech contest? P

I can't believe it. She was very quiet and shy last year. P

Yeah. She joined the drama club this year, and she has changed a lot. P

I see. I want to join the club, too. P

8-8 Reading for Fun 1

A long time ago, in a small village in South America, there lived a farmer and his daughter. P

The farmer was poor, and had to borrow three million pesos from a money lender. P

But the money lender was not kind, and when the farmer asked for one month to pay back the money, P

she didn't allow him any more time. P

You have no money? That's okay. P

Your daughter will become my servant instead. P

I don't want to be your servant. P

I don't want that, either!(to Money Lender) No, thank you. P

Do you want to go to prison? Then, let's play a game. P

I will put two stones in a bag. P

One is white, and the other is black. P

Your daughter will pick one. P

8-9 Reading for Fun 2

What happens if I pick the white one? P

Then you will be my servant. P

Oh, no! She's mean. How terrible! P

What happens if I pick the black one? P

Then you will be free, and your father doesn't have to pay back my money. P

What happens if she doesn't play this game with you? P

Then you will go to prison! P

Money Lender picks up two stones. Daughter looks carefully at her. P

She has picked up two white stones! P

She will make me become her servant. What should I do? P

Stop and think. What should she do? She cannot pick a black one. P

Daughter picks a stone from the bag. She drops it right away. P

Oh, no! I'm sorry, I've dropped it. P

But it's okay. Show us the stone in the bag. P

Then we will know which one I picked. P

I cannot tell them about my trick! P

Money Lender shows everyone the white stone. P

Friends and Father start celebrating. P

She picked the black one! They are free! P

Good thinking has saved Father and Daughter! P