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New Connection Book 2
Copyright © 2017 LiveABC Interactive Corporation
Japanese edition copyright © Seibido Publishing Co., LTD, Japanese edition
All rights reserved.
All rights reserved for Japan.
No part of this book may be reproduced in any form
without permission from Seibido Co., Ltd.

CONTENTS

Content Chart

4

Learning Overview 

6Introduction

8

UNIT 1

Roommates

9

UNIT 2Checking Out

17

UNIT 3

Get in Shape

25

UNIT 4

Money Management

33

UNIT 5

Close Ties

41

UNIT 6Time to Celebrate

49

UNIT 7

Animals in Danger

57

UNIT 8A Fine Art

65

UNIT 9Tune In

73

UNIT 10Music to Our Ears

81

UNIT 11

Study Abroad 

89

UNIT 12

Technology and You97

UNIT 13

Right and Wrong

105

UNIT 14Your Career Starts Now113

3

CONTENT CHART

4

Unit Listening &Speaking

Language Focus

GrammarReading

WritingPage

1

The Perfect
PersonDescribing Personal
Qualities / Asking about
Problems

Simple Future Tense

Health Is in Your Personal Profiles
Mind

pp.
9-16

2

Worldwide
Bookstores

Making Suggestions /Giving Warnings

Adverbial Clauses

The Birth of
eBay

Shopping Tips

pp.
17-24

3

Lose Those
PoundsDiscussing Health

Noun Clauses

Myths about
Health andExercise

Personal Trainer
Ad

pp.
25-32

4

Living Well on
CreditDescribing Financial
Situations / Talking
about Your Budget

Negative Questions

Trading Up

Scholarship
Applications

pp.
33-40

5

The Breakup

Expressing Surprise /Talking about Progress

Tag Questions

Dating around
the World

Advice Column

pp.
41-48

6

The Road to
MexicoMaking and Responding
to Invitations

Relative Clauses

Weird Festivalsof America

Festival Flyers

pp.
49-56

7

Who’s to Blame?

Being Frank and Joking / Simple Past Tense vs.
Showing Understanding Present Perfect Tense

Super Senses

Charity Flyers

pp.
57-64

Unit Listening &Speaking

Language Focus

GrammarReading

WritingPage

8

Looking at Art

Talking about Natural
Talents

Conditionals

The World’s
Strangest
Museums

Art Advice

pp.
65-72

9

What to Watch?

Relaxing

Present Perfect
Continuous

The Many Effectsof Television

TV Habits

pp.
73-80

10 Two Tickets to the Discussing Success /Talking about Influence

Types of Relative Clauses The Healing
Power of Music

Band Flyers

Concertpp.
81-88

11 A Big Decision

Talking about Easy
and Difficult Things /Expressing Worry

Relative Adverbs

Adventures
AbroadStudy Abroad
Advicepp.
89-96

12 Making the Right Expressing Function /Reported SpeechDiscussing Technology

Robots Today
and Tomorrow

Inventions

Choicepp.
97-104

13 Caught on the

Sharing Information /Showing Anger

Subject and Verb
AgreementCollege Students
for Charity

Moral Advice

pp.
105-112

14 The Job Fair

Giving Encouragement /Discussing Possibility

Infinitives

Work Cultures of Job Applications
the WorldWeb

pp.
113-120

5LEARNING OVERVIEWUNIT 1

1 Get It Started

Roommates

Introduces discussion
questions to break the ice

2

Vocabulary

Get It Started:
Having a roommate can be fun. Before looking for one, however, there are things
you must think about. If you have to find a roommate, what will you look for?
Should they be neat? Is it OK if they are a smoker?

Teaches topic-related vocabulary words
through listening and speaking activities

Unit 1VOCABULARYTask 1
Match the following words with their correct definitions.

The Perfect

1-02

1. flexible_____

a. worried

2. get along_____b. liking to keep things tidy

3. responsible_____c. able to change to suit new situations

4. neat_____d. to have a friendly relationship5. anxious_____

e. reliable

6. pleasant_____f. liking to talk a lot

7. talkative_____g. friendly

Person

Task 2
Find a classmate who answers yes. Write down their name and the adjective that describes them.

calm
anxiouscreativethoughtfulenergetic
untidy✔ talkative

Do you . . .
1. speak a lot?

Classmate

AdjectiveKentalkative

B. Partial Dictation
Listen again and fill in the blanks.

2. rarely get tired?

1-03James and Doug talk in front of their apartment building.

3. have a dirty room?

James: Hey, Doug. What are you up to?

4. often think of others?
Are you . . .

Doug: The same as usual. I’ll move my stuff into my apartment later. How about you?
ClassmateJames: Nothing much. My new roommate will arrive tomorrow. I’m kind of 1. ________________.

Adjective

5. easily worried?

Doug: What’s wrong?

6. full of new ideas?

James: I’m 2. ________________ that we won’t get along.

7. relaxed most of the time?

Doug: Well, what kind of roommate do you want?
James: I get along well with 3. ________________ people. It’s important to have trust.
Doug: Yeah, you want to live with people you can 4. ________________ on.

LISTENING & SPEAKINGJames: Exactly. So, what do you look for in a roommate?
Doug: I just want a pleasant one. And 5. ________________ people aren’t fun to live with.

I think they’re boring. I like to chat with my roommates every now and then.

A. Comprehension Check
Listen to the conversation and circle the answers.

1-03

James: Really? I don’t need a 6. ________________ roommate. We don’t have to be friends.

1. What are they talking about?
a. Who to study withb. Who to share their room withc. Who to go out with

2. What is James worried about?
a. Whether he will get along with his new roommateb. Whether he can make friends with his roommateagain
c. Whether he will pass the test tomorrow

3. James wants to live witha. someone responsible
b. someone creativec. someone flexible

4. Neither James nor Doug wants to live witha. someone talkative
b. someone quiet
c. someone untidy.

.

I’m pretty flexible. I just want someone neat. I don’t want to clean up after anyone.
Doug: I agree. I can’t stand living with 7. ________________ roommates. I hope your new

roommate is 8. ________________. Let me know how things go!
James: I will. Take care.
Doug: You too.

Practice the conversation with your partner.

10

11

3 Listening & Speaking
Presents a real-life dialog

64 Language Focus
Expands on useful expressions from Listening & Speaking

Describing Personal Qualities
Asking about Problems

GRAMMAR

Simple Future Tense

Unit 1LANGUAGE FOCUS

Three different ways of expressing the future are will, be going to, and the present continuous.

Describing Personal Qualities

Will

Question

Response

What kind of . . . do you want?
What do you look for in a(n) . . . ?
What kind of . . . are you looking for?

Like
I get along with + adj. + people.
I like + adj. + people.
I just want someone + adj.
I would prefer a(n) . . .
DislikeI don’t want a(n) . . .
I can’t stand + N / V-ing
I would rather not have a(n) . . .

Task 1
Listen to the audio. Check the appropriate statements about each speaker.

Speaker 2:

Evan

SherryExampleTalk about future facts• My new roommate will arrive tomorrow.

Make predictions• I’m worried that we won’t get along.

Make immediate plans• Hold on. I’ll write down the address for you.

Make a promise• I won’t be late again.

Usage

ExampleTalk about plans or decisions madebefore speaking• I’m going to pick him up from the airport tomorrow.
• We’re going to get married soon.

Predict the future based on present
evidence• Julia is pregnant. She’s going to have a baby in August.
• Look at the dark clouds. It’s going to rain in the afternoon.

Present Continuous Tense
Usage

ExampleTalk about plans in the near future• I’m seeing my dentist on Tuesday morning.
(I’m going to see my dentist on Tuesday morning.)

 Evan wants an exciting girlfriend.

 Sherry is an active person.

 Evan likes someone neat and tidy.

 Sherry probably enjoys museums andTask 1
Use will or be going to and the verbs in parentheses to complete the sentences.

 Sherry dislikes lazy people.

1. A: Why do you have your car keys?

 Evan doesn’t mind cleaning up after his
girlfriend.

 Evan’s girlfriend has to be friendly and sweet.

libraries.

 Sherry does not talk much.

GrammarPresents a thoroughexplanation of themain grammar
point of the unit

Be Going to

1-04~05

Speaker 1:

Usage

5

B: I _________________ (drive) to the store.
2. A: Is Kate coming to the party tonight?
B: Wait, I _________________ (ask) her.

Asking about Problems
What’s up?

What’s wrong?

What’s the problem?

What’s the matter?

3. A: Excuse me. I want to speak with someone about our hotel room. It’s dirty.
B: That man at the front desk _________________ (help) you.
4. A: What _________________ you _________________ (do) tonight?

What seems to be the issue? (formal)

B: Nothing. I have no plans.

Task 2Create a dialog using the questions above and the phrases below. Follow the example.
Student A

look anxious

seem angry

didn’t answer my callStudent B

won’t fit in with my new classmatesbroke my smartphone

was mad at you

Task 2
Four people win the lottery. Listen to their plans. Circle a, b, or c.

He is / They are going to.

For Example
A: You look anxious. What’s wrong?
He is / They are NOT goingto.

B: I’m worried that I won’t fit in with my new classmates.

1-06~08

Bill

Adam and Briana. go to Asiab. quit his job
c. get marrieda. go on vacationb. open a restaurantc. get a new carToma. travel abroadb. buy a homec. go back to schoola. travelb. go with his wifec. start a businessa. visit Africa
b. celebratec. relaxa. throw a partyb. retire next weekc. meet his friends

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13

HealthIs in Your Mind

6

BEFORE YOU READ

ReadingFeatures aninteresting article
related to the central
theme of the unit

Fill in the blanks with the word choices given. Change the word form
if necessary.

suit / serious / fit / opposite / private
1. My brother lifts weights three times a week. That’s why he’s so_________________.
2. Darren loves kids, so teaching _________________ him.

1-09

3. Charlie is a(n) _________________ guy. He doesn’t talk much about
his personal life.
4. You’re too _________________. Try to laugh a little more!
5. Black is the _________________ of white.

B. Comprehension Check
1

5

10

20

WRITING

A. Vocabulary

Why is it helpful to know more about your personality?
How would an outgoing person probably behave at a party?
How does a feeling person make decisions?

15

14

Task 1

Unit 1

AFTER YOU READ

READING

Circle the answers.

W

hat do you like to eat? How often do you work out? You
can probably answer these questions, but do you know thereasons for your answers? Everything is related to your personality.
Our personality type determines how we think, talk, and live.
Your personality, for example, can affect your eating habits.
Chocolate lovers are emotional. They love sweet food, like candy andice cream. Carbohydrate eaters want bread and pasta when they are
under stress.
Personality can also influence how you exercise. If you’re arelaxed person, group workouts (like a cycling class) may suit you.
If you’re hardworking and serious, you should exercise with a fit
person.
This is why knowing your personality type is useful.
Understanding your personality helps you make changes andimprove your life.
There are lots of personality types. Extroverts enjoy talking andworking with others. Introverts are the opposite. They are moreprivate and prefer to work alone. A thinking person uses facts
to make decisions. A feeling person comes to decisions throughemotion. Doctors are learning more about personality types all thetime.
If you’re interested in learning about your real personality, go
online and find out. You might learn some amazing things about
yourself.

1. Which of the following statements is true?
a. Chocolate lovers should never exercise.
b. Introverts hate other people.
c. Your personality affects the way you eat.
d. Doctors already know everything about our personality.
2. What does the writer NOT agree with?
a. Easy exercises suit serious people.
b. Knowing your personality improves your life.
c. Relaxed people should exercise in groups.
d. People should learn about their personality.
3. The writer asks you to go online to learn more about ___________.
a. exercise
b. dietingc. carbohydrates and chocolate
d. who you are
4. What is another appropriate title for the article?
a. Candy, Carbs, and Chocolateb. Personality and Healthc. How to Be Friends with Everyone
d. Introverts and Extroverts

UNIT 2

15

Read the ad below. Underline the qualities that Jenna is looking for in a roommate.

Need a Responsible Roommate
I’m a 20-year old female history student at CUNY. I’m looking for a tidy and friendly
roommate to share a two-bedroom apartment near the university. The apartment has furniture,
Internet, and cable TV. We’ll share a bathroom and a living room. The available bedroom islarge. The rent is $300 a month. The perfect roommate would also be a student. I have a smalldog, so you have to like dogs. I also can’t take any other pets. If you are a smoker, you MUST
smoke on the balcony. I get along well with creative and knowledgeable people. I’m pretty
talkative and would be happy to live with a similar person.
Please send me an e-mail (jennabusybee@cunyemail.edu) and tell me about yourself.
I would like to hear about your studies, personality, and why you would make a goodroommate.

Checking Out 7 After You Read

Jenna
Task 2
Write an e-mail to Jenna (80-120 words). Tell her about yourself. The phrases below may help.

pay the rent on time / clean up after myself all the time / know a lot of things /like to have a good conversation / your own description
Hi Jenna!
My name is _________________. I’m responding to your ad looking for a roommate.
I’m interested in taking a look at the room. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. Let me know if this sounds
good. I think we would make good roommates. When would be the best time to see the
room?

Best,
_________________

Writing

8

Introduces vocabulary
and comprehension
exercises based on thecontent from Reading

Teaches writing
strategies throughstep-by-step
exercises
Get It Started:

These days, people are able to buy things directly from websites.
Of course, some people still prefer to go shopping the old way―in stores.
How about you? Do you ever do your shopping on the Net?

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7

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to New Connection Book 2. This is the second book in a series
created to propel learners as they take the next step toward fluency. The
English skills taught here will open doors for anyone in today’s world. No
matter how out of reach a student’s learning goals seem to be, the New
Connection series will provide the boost he or she needs.

Each unit of New Connection Book 2 follows a set structure designed topush students to put what they have learned into practice as well as tochallenge them to expand their skills. The unit begins with a Vocabulary
section, which utilizes both audio and visual methods to introduce words
related to the topic. This is followed by Listening & Speaking section inwhich speakers use new vocabulary—in addition to new grammar points
and expressions—in real-life situations. They will listen along and fill inblanks, and also be tested for comprehension. Afterwards, they’re prompted
to put freshly learned vocabulary and grammar skills to use in a series ofreview exercises. The unit ends with a related article and an opportunity forstudents to write their own compositions.

As students progress through each level, they are constantly encouraged
to put what they have learned to use. At the same time, they never stoptaking on new challenges to help themselves reach the next benchmark
in the learning process. By developing a hunger for advancement, New
Connection Book 2 proves that the sky is the limit for today’s learners.

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UNIT 1

Roommates

Get It Started:
Having a roommate can be fun. Before looking for one, however, there are things
you must think about. If you have to find a roommate, what will you look for?
Should they be neat? Is it OK if they are a smoker?

VOCABULARYTask 1
Match the following words with their correct definitions.

1-02

1. flexible_____

a. worried

2. get along_____b. liking to keep things tidy

3. responsible_____c. able to change to suit new situations

4. neat_____d. to have a friendly relationship5. anxious_____

e. reliable

6. pleasant_____f. liking to talk a lot

7. talkative_____g. friendly

Task 2
Find a classmate who answers yes. Write down their name and the adjective that describes them.

calm
anxiouscreativethoughtfulenergetic
untidy✔ talkative

Do you . . .
1. speak a lot?

Classmate

AdjectiveKentalkative

Classmate

Adjective

2. rarely get tired?
3. have a dirty room?
4. often think of others?
Are you . . .
5. easily worried?
6. full of new ideas?
7. relaxed most of the time?

LISTENING & SPEAKING
A. Comprehension Check
Listen to the conversation and circle the answers.

10

1-03

1. What are they talking about?
a. Who to study withb. Who to share their room withc. Who to go out with

2. What is James worried about?
a. Whether he will get along with his new roommateb. Whether he can make friends with his roommateagain
c. Whether he will pass the test tomorrow

3. James wants to live witha. someone responsible
b. someone creativec. someone flexible

4. Neither James nor Doug wants to live witha. someone talkative
b. someone quiet
c. someone untidy.

.

Unit 1The Perfect

n
o
s
r
e
P

B. Partial Dictation
Listen again and fill in the blanks.

1-03

James and Doug talk in front of their apartment building.
James: Hey, Doug. What are you up to?
Doug: The same as usual. I’ll move my stuff into my apartment later. How about you?
James: Nothing much. My new roommate will arrive tomorrow. I’m kind of 1. ________________.
Doug: What’s wrong?
James: I’m 2. ________________ that we won’t get along.
Doug: Well, what kind of roommate do you want?
James: I get along well with 3. ________________ people. It’s important to have trust.
Doug: Yeah, you want to live with people you can 4. ________________ on.
James: Exactly. So, what do you look for in a roommate?
Doug: I just want a pleasant one. And 5. ________________ people aren’t fun to live with.

I think they’re boring. I like to chat with my roommates every now and then.
James: Really? I don’t need a 6. ________________ roommate. We don’t have to be friends.

I’m pretty flexible. I just want someone neat. I don’t want to clean up after anyone.
Doug: I agree. I can’t stand living with 7. ________________ roommates. I hope your new

roommate is 8. ________________. Let me know how things go!
James: I will. Take care.
Doug: You too.

Practice the conversation with your partner.

11

LANGUAGE FOCUS

Describing Personal Qualities
Asking about Problems

Describing Personal Qualities
Question

Response

What kind of . . . do you want?
What do you look for in a(n) . . . ?
What kind of . . . are you looking for?

Like
I get along with + adj. + people.
I like + adj. + people.
I just want someone + adj.
I would prefer a(n) . . .
DislikeI don’t want a(n) . . .
I can’t stand + N / V-ing
I would rather not have a(n) . . .

Task 1
Listen to the audio. Check the appropriate statements about each speaker.

1-04~05

Speaker 1:

Speaker 2:

Evan

Sherry Evan wants an exciting girlfriend.

 Sherry is an active person.

 Evan likes someone neat and tidy.

 Sherry probably enjoys museums and Evan doesn’t mind cleaning up after his
girlfriend.

libraries.

 Sherry dislikes lazy people.

 Evan’s girlfriend has to be friendly and sweet.

 Sherry does not talk much.

Asking about Problems
What’s up?

What’s wrong?

What’s the problem?

What’s the matter?

What seems to be the issue? (formal)

Task 2Create a dialog using the questions above and the phrases below. Follow the example.
Student A

look anxious

seem angry

didn’t answer my callStudent B

won’t fit in with my new classmatesbroke my smartphone

was mad at you

For Example
A: You look anxious. What’s wrong?
B: I’m worried that I won’t fit in with my new classmates.

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Simple Future Tense

Unit 1GRAMMARThree different ways of expressing the future are will, be going to, and the present continuous.

Will
Usage

ExampleTalk about future facts• My new roommate will arrive tomorrow.

Make predictions• I’m worried that we won’t get along.

Make immediate plans• Hold on. I’ll write down the address for you.

Make a promise• I won’t be late again.

Be Going to
Usage

ExampleTalk about plans or decisions madebefore speaking• I’m going to pick him up from the airport tomorrow.
• We’re going to get married soon.

Predict the future based on present
evidence• Julia is pregnant. She’s going to have a baby in August.
• Look at the dark clouds. It’s going to rain in the afternoon.

Present Continuous Tense
Usage

ExampleTalk about plans in the near future• I’m seeing my dentist on Tuesday morning.
(I’m going to see my dentist on Tuesday morning.)

Task 1
Use will or be going to and the verbs in parentheses to complete the sentences.
1. A: Why do you have your car keys?
B: I _________________ (drive) to the store.
2. A: Is Kate coming to the party tonight?
B: Wait, I _________________ (ask) her.
3. A: Excuse me. I want to speak with someone about our hotel room. It’s dirty.
B: That man at the front desk _________________ (help) you.
4. A: What _________________ you _________________ (do) tonight?
B: Nothing. I have no plans.

Task 2
Four people win the lottery. Listen to their plans. Circle a, b, or c.

He is / They are going to

He is / They are NOT goingto.

.

1-06~08

Bill

Adam and BrianTom

a. go to Asiab. quit his job
c. get marrieda. go on vacationb. open a restaurantc. get a new cara. travel abroadb. buy a homec. go back to schoola. travelb. go with his wifec. start a businessa. visit Africa
b. celebratec. relaxa. throw a partyb. retire next weekc. meet his friends

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READING

HealthIs in Your Mind

BEFORE YOU READ

1-09

Why is it helpful to know more about your personality?
How would an outgoing person probably behave at a party?
How does a feeling person make decisions?

1

5

10

15

20

14

W

hat do you like to eat? How often do you work out? You
can probably answer these questions, but do you know thereasons for your answers? Everything is related to your personality.
Our personality type determines how we think, talk, and live.
Your personality, for example, can affect your eating habits.
Chocolate lovers are emotional. They love sweet food, like candy andice cream. Carbohydrate eaters want bread and pasta when they are
under stress.
Personality can also influence how you exercise. If you’re arelaxed person, group workouts (like a cycling class) may suit you.
If you’re hardworking and serious, you should exercise with a fit
person.
This is why knowing your personality type is useful.
Understanding your personality helps you make changes andimprove your life.
There are lots of personality types. Extroverts enjoy talking andworking with others. Introverts are the opposite. They are moreprivate and prefer to work alone. A thinking person uses facts
to make decisions. A feeling person comes to decisions throughemotion. Doctors are learning more about personality types all thetime.
If you’re interested in learning about your real personality, go
online and find out. You might learn some amazing things about
yourself.

Unit 1

AFTER YOU READ
A. VocabularyFill in the blanks with the word choices given. Change the word form
if necessary.

suit / serious / fit / opposite / private
1. My brother lifts weights three times a week. That’s why he’s so_________________.
2. Darren loves kids, so teaching _________________ him.
3. Charlie is a(n) _________________ guy. He doesn’t talk much about
his personal life.
4. You’re too _________________. Try to laugh a little more!
5. Black is the _________________ of white.

B. Comprehension Check
Circle the answers.
1. Which of the following statements is true?
a. Chocolate lovers should never exercise.
b. Introverts hate other people.
c. Your personality affects the way you eat.
d. Doctors already know everything about our personality.
2. What does the writer NOT agree with?
a. Easy exercises suit serious people.
b. Knowing your personality improves your life.
c. Relaxed people should exercise in groups.
d. People should learn about their personality.
3. The writer asks you to go online to learn more about ___________.
a. exercise
b. dietingc. carbohydrates and chocolate
d. who you are
4. What is another appropriate title for the article?
a. Candy, Carbs, and Chocolateb. Personality and Healthc. How to Be Friends with Everyone
d. Introverts and Extroverts

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WRITING
Task 1
Read the ad below. Underline the qualities that Jenna is looking for in a roommate.

Need a Responsible Roommate
I’m a 20-year old female history student at CUNY. I’m looking for a tidy and friendly
roommate to share a two-bedroom apartment near the university. The apartment has furniture,
Internet, and cable TV. We’ll share a bathroom and a living room. The available bedroom islarge. The rent is $300 a month. The perfect roommate would also be a student. I have a smalldog, so you have to like dogs. I also can’t take any other pets. If you are a smoker, you MUST
smoke on the balcony. I get along well with creative and knowledgeable people. I’m pretty
talkative and would be happy to live with a similar person.
Please send me an e-mail (jennabusybee@cunyemail.edu) and tell me about yourself.
I would like to hear about your studies, personality, and why you would make a goodroommate.

Jenna
Task 2
Write an e-mail to Jenna (80-120 words). Tell her about yourself. The phrases below may help.

pay the rent on time / clean up after myself all the time / know a lot of things /like to have a good conversation / your own description
Hi Jenna!
My name is _________________. I’m responding to your ad looking for a roommate.
I’m interested in taking a look at the room. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________. Let me know if this sounds

good. I think we would make good roommates. When would be the best time to see the
room?
Best,
_________________

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