KIDS ONLINE 9. STUDENT’S BOOK.

AUDIO SCRIPTS

UNIT 1
LISTENING, TASK 2, page 16
Man: OK, can I take some details, then? Your first name, please?
Meryem: It's Meryem. That's M-E-R-Y-E-M.
Man: Uh-huh. Thank you. Now, what's your surname?
Meryem: It's Yilmaz.
Man: How do you spell that, please?
Meryem: It's Y-I-L-M-A-Z.
Man: Thank you. And what's your date of birth, Ms Yilmaz?
Meryem: The second of June, 1980.
Man: So, that's oh-two-oh-six-eighty. And what's your nationality?
Meryem: I'm sorry?
Man: Nationality ̶ where are you from?
Meryem: Oh yes, of course. I'm from Turkey.
Man: OK. Now, occupation. What do you do?
Meryem: I'm a chemist.
Man: I see. And are you married?
Meryem: Yes, I am.
Man: Have you got any children?
Meryem: Yes, I have. Two ̶ a girl and a boy.
Man: Oh, how nice. Now, some contact details. What's your address, please?
Meryem: It's number 55 Gleeson Road.
Man: How do you spell Gleeson, please?
Meryem: It's G-L-double E-S-O-N.
Man: Thank you. And is that here in London?
Meryem: Yes, it is.
Man: OK, and what's the postcode, please?
Meryem: It's NW197GH.
Man: Mmm-hm. And can I have a daytime telephone number, please?
Meryem: Well, it's best to use my mobile number. It’s oh-double seven- eight-four-five-nine-three-
one-six-two.
Man: Thank you. And have you got an email address?
Meryem: Yes, it’s [Link]@[Link].
Man: Thank you very much. Well, I’ll send you an email to confirm all these details and I'll see you
soon.

SPEAKING, TASK 5, page 21

A: Who is this with you in the photo?
B: My friend Josh.
A: Is he a commander?
B: No, why?
A: He looks cocky.
B: He is a challenger. He loves to win.
A: My older sister Lucy is like that.
B: I thought she is a science geek.
A: Really? Why?
B: Because she always carries books with her.
A: Well, she loves learning but she also likes to be the best. She has won a lot of science olympiads
this year.

LOOK BACK, TASK 9, page 25

Emma Watson is a famous British actress. She is best known for her role as Hermione Granger in the
Harry Potter film series. Emma is a sensitive personality, with a passion for life and her job. Many
say she has a great sense of humour, so she is also a joker. However, what makes Emma so
outstanding is how brave and energetic she is when it comes to being fair and respecting others no
matter who they are. Therefore, she is confident. A lot of teenagers see Miss Watson as their role
model since she is a great example of a hard-working and fair person.

UNIT 2

LISTENING, TASK 3, page 36

Nikki: Have you seen Russell lately?
Kieran: No, I haven't. Why?
Nikki: What's got into him? He's become a metalhead.
Kieran: You must be kidding.
Nikki: See for yourself. He's coming.
***
Russell: Hey you guys. What's up?
Kieran: I didn't know you were into heavy metal.
Russell: No, I'm not.
Kieran: Why this outfit, then?
Russell: I'm taking part in a project.
Kieran: You mean an experiment.
Russell: Sort of. We want to find out if we judge people's personality by their clothes.
Nikki: And what have you found out?
Russell: Not much yet. The project's still going on. It's been running for a week.
Nikki: Who have you been talking to? Adults or youngsters?
***
Russell: Everyone. Just people in the street.
Nikki: How many people have you talked to so far?
Russell: I've talked to about 100 people.
Kieran: And the findings?
Russell: Most of them think we do judge people by the clothes they wear.
Nikki: What do they think about hooded tops? In some schools, pupils are not allowed to wear
them. They've been banned.
Kieran: Why?
Nikki: They believe that kids who wear hooded tops are troublemakers.
***
Russell: Nikki, Kieran, meet my new friend Ali. He's from the States.
Ali: Hey guys.
Kieran & Nikki: Hey. A rapper?
Ali: Yeah.
Kieran: It shows.

LOOK BACK, TASK 6, page 42

James: Wow, Kate! Is that your new outfit?
Kate: Yes, I’m wearing this red dress and heels to Eddy’s party.
James: You look great!
Kate: Thanks. What about you?
James: Well, I’m not into suits very much, so I’m thinking to put on my loose shirt with stripes and
a pair of dark jeans.
Kate: Are you sure that’s appropriate? We will be in a restaurant, and the guests will probably be
wearing something elegant.
James: Don’t worry about it!
Kate: Well, I heard Bill was going to put on his tuxedo. And Lilly will wear a pink blouse and a
white skirt.
James: Ned told me he was going to put a pair of baggy trousers and a polo T-shirt on. After all,
Kate, it’s a party, not prom!
Kate: What about your brother, Jack?
James: Well, he prefers formal clothing unlike me, so he will definitely wear one of his suits and a
bow tie.
Kate: You two are like night and day when it comes to fashion!
James: Yeah, I know.

UNIT 3

VOCABULARY 1, TASK 3b, page 50

Vanessa: Hi! I’m Vanessa. I really like taking pictures, especially of different landscapes such as
mountains, forests, lakes and waterfalls. I also enjoy spending time in nature, and I have a huge garden
behind my house.
Rick: Hey! My name’s Rick. I’m into music and last year, I was in my school’s choir. This year, I
want to try out something different in this sphere. I don’t play any instruments, but I’ve learnt some
cool moves from popular music videos.
Pam: Greetings! I’m Pam. Everyone says I’m creative and that’s true: I write great stories. My dream
is to become a film director, and I got a really awesome video camera on my birthday this year. I also
play computer games with my friends, and I sometimes get ideas for my stories from there.
James: Hello! My name is James. I like drawing but I don’t want to be an artist like my older brother.
For me, it’s just a way to relax. My real passion is cooking and I always decorate my dishes to make
them look original!

LISTENING, TASK 3a, page 55

Playing games has always been popular, but today it has risen to a new level – video games. They are
full of light, sound and action, which makes them fun and even exciting. As a result, more and more
people are becoming interested in e-sports, that is playing video games online or offline against each
other. This is how a new subculture of gamers is born.
Today large e-sports tournaments are held worldwide and we can watch them live or in person. Just
like in traditional sports, players are usually put into teams and have thousands of fans who follow
them online. Prizes in these competitions are quite big, and e-sports champions can make over one
million dollars a year!
However, it is not easy to become a winner in this sphere. Gamers must practise for up to 14 hours
daily, which leaves them with very little time to relax. Even more, a number of new video games
regularly increase, which means there is always something new for gamers to learn.
E-sports champions may not be as famous as those who play traditional sports, but some of them still
get their fame. Take Koen Weijland, for example. He’s a Dutch champion of the football video game
called FIFA. He has been into football since childhood, and in 2016, he got to work for the Dutch
football club Ajax. Koen’s now a successful YouTube blogger with over 270 000 subscribers. At this
rate, he and other gamers like him will soon become as famous as traditional athletes.

VOCABULARY 2, TASK 3a, page 57

A: Hey! What’s up?
B: Hey! My bestie and I are going skydiving.
A: Are you nuts?! It’s dangerous!
B: Chill out! It’s not our first time. Besides, you know we rock at extreme sports!
A: Sorry, my bad. I’m just worried about you.
B: Calm down, we won’t screw up anything. Why don’t you join us? The views will be so hot!
A: No way.
B: You’re scared, aren’t you?
A: Whatever, dude. I’m just not into it.

SPEAKING, TASK 3a, page 59

Ann: Ned, what are you wearing?
Mike: And what’s that with your hair, dude? Why is it green?
Ned: I decided to join punks. I love punk rock, after all.
Ann: That doesn’t mean you have to look like one.
Ned: Whatever. I’m just tired of dressing up like everyone else. It’s boring.
Mike: Are your parents okay with it?
Ned: My dad – yes. My mum – no. But it’s my life, so it’s my choice.

SPEAKING, TASK 4a, page 59

Ann: Anyway, I’ve joined Green Team. It’s a nature club. You know how I’ve always loved plants
and animals.
Mike: Why don’t you also join the Scouts? We often go camping.
Ann: Good idea, Mike! What about you, Ned?
Ned: Me? Join the Scouts? Are you nuts? I’ve never liked spending time in the forest! I love
dancing, so I’m in the Vibe Tribe dance club.
Mike: I thought you were in our school rock band.
Ned: I am, but playing the guitar is not my only hobby.

LOOK BACK, TASK 5b, page 63

A: Hi, guys! What’s up?
B: Not much, just chilling out together on the sofa.
C: Do you want to hang out?
A: Sure! Let’s go outside!
B: Don’t be nuts ̶ it’s too cold today.
A: Oh, my bad. What would you like to do, then?
C: Let’s watch a movie or play chess.
B: Okay, whatever. I just want us to have fun.

UNIT 4
VOCABULARY 1, TASK 1, page 71
1 sitcom 9 talk show
2 wildlife programme 10 cartoon
3 sports programme 11 quiz show
4 reality show 12 music show
5 talent show 13 the news
6 weather forecast 14 TV ad
7 soap opera 15 celebrity gossip show
8 live concert

VOCABULARY 1, TASK 3a, page 72

My favourite TV programme is Geek Girl. It is a TV series with only ten episodes so far. The main
character, Harriet Manners, is a teenage girl who is very unsure of herself and often bullied at school.
However, her family and her friends, Nat and Toby, always support her. There aren’t many special
effects, but that doesn’t make this series any less interesting! Geek Girl was released in 2024, and its
audience is mostly girls. It has positive reviews and is a real hit! I like this series because it is funny.
I watch it every Sunday.
LISTENING, TASK 3, page 77
Mona: I’m Mona. My favourite way to relax is watching beauty tutorials. I have a few favourite
channels, but Zoella is the best. I watch comedy videos, too. Some guys are so funny that they can
really make my day. My brother is a fan of gaming. His favourite games are Minecraft or GTA, and
he is subscribed to many YouTube gamers. I find these guys lame, but he adores them. He has even
learned some German watching their gaming vloggers.
Elizabeth: I don’t understand this, really. I wouldn’t want my kids to think that it is easy to become
popular and rich by making some silly videos about how they live or what they do. I think this is so
wrong. People need to learn and get some real-life skills. No video can teach you that. You must live
your life and not somebody else’s. They should spend their free time hanging out with their friends
from school or doing sports, music or crafts. Watching videos of some guys playing video games
cannot help them develop imagination. It cannot do them any good.
Benjamin: YouTubers are popular among kids because they are interesting and, at the same time,
ordinary people that they can understand. They are also very active on social media, and a lot of
people follow them on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. TV is losing popularity among teens. If kids
don’t know how to do something or they want some fun, they play a video. As a psychologist, I
always tell parents that they should be aware of what their children are watching and how much time
they spend in front of the screen.
Paul: I started shooting video blogs on travelling out of boredom, never trying to become popular,
and I never expected it to get so huge. For some reason, people started following me. Now I have 2
million subscribers and that is my real job. My parents still cannot believe that you can earn money
this way. But this is a big responsibility and my schedule is very strict. I have to shoot and edit my
own videos, come up with fresh ideas for new posts, upload videos at the same time every day, post
photos and announcements on social media, read comments and much more.

VOCABULARY 2, TASK 3a, page 79

Today many people have become online celebrities, with their accounts having thousands and even
millions of followers. However, it is important to remember that the fans who follow them are not
always real. In fact, anyone online can buy bot (short for robot) accounts to make their photos and
videos look more popular. Some bots add nice comments, whereas others troll a person. They can
also contact you and ask for your personal data.
Headlines that you often browse may come not from a reliable source but the one with false
information created to only seem true. You read it and tweet it or message your friends. As a result,
false information spreads, but no one googles the facts or knows where it originally comes from. So,
next time you read the news online, analyse it first to make sure it is not fake or copy and paste the
text into a fact-checking website.
Not so long ago, people used to post their personal information only to update their family and friends
on their lives. Now, they use their accounts on social networks to blog or to stream videos for
everyone to see. In the end, they get too many followers but instead of deleting the account, they
make another one where they share their real feelings with a small group of friends.

SPEAKING, TASK 3a, page 81

Host: What artist can you listen to over and over again and not get tired of? I love listening to…
Recently there is an artist, Debbie Dawson. Shout out. She’s phenomenal. I can’t get enough of her
music. I also really love the Clairo’s new record. I love Remi Wolf’s new record. I don’t get sick of
them. I think that the one that I listen to probably every other day is Ryan Beatty’s recent album. It’s
phenomenal. Everyone should listen to it. So all of these artists.
Alex Warren: Hey, friends! It’s Alex Warren and I’m taking over American Top 40 right now. So,
tune in.

LOOK BACK, TASK 5a, page 85

A: This series is a real hit! And the special effects make it even more awesome!
B: When was it released?
A: Last month. There are 10 episodes so far.
B: Who is the main character?
A: A 16-year-old boy, Alex.
B: So, the audience is mostly teenagers?
A: Yes.
B: Oh. The reviews are really great. I’ll check it out.

UNIT 5

LISTENING, TASK 4, page 99

The idea of a job for life has already become old-fashioned. In the future, most people will work for
several companies instead of just one during their whole lives. A lot of people already work from
home, connected to the Internet, and there will be many more in the years to come.
In order to be successful in your work and life it is important to develop both your hard and soft skills.
Hard skills are the knowledge and abilities that you need for a particular job. That’s your university
degree and job experience, for example.
Soft skills are more general abilities that show how well you can interact with other people and
manage your work. Those include communication, time management and teamwork.
We live in the age of computers, which means working with technology has become another hard
skill required in almost all professions. You don’t need to be a genius to work with a computer, but
you need to be good at it and continue to work on your computer skills as time goes on and technology
develops.
English has become an international language and millions of people use it in their jobs every day.
Therefore, it is important to know and practise it, especially if you want to interact with people from
different countries. This leads us to communication skills – abilities that are at the top of the list.
Communicating well and understanding other people’s minds are really important as our world is
now globalised more than ever.

VOCABULARY 2, TASK 3, page 100

Girl 1: I’m very good at interacting with others, and all my friends say I’m really easy to talk to. I’m
also creative and I write great blogs on different topics. My dream job is being a journalist, and I’m
okay with working both indoors and outdoors.
Boy 1: I’m a real dynamo who’s into the sports sphere! I play football for my school team and train
every day. My other interests include basketball and rugby. While I can be a bit competitive
sometimes, I really enjoy working as part of a team. My goal is to become an athlete.
Girl 2: Some may call me a computer geek because I spend too much time on my laptop. But I believe
technology is the future! I love programming and I don’t mind working from home or staying alone.
I see myself working as an IT programmer in the future.
Boy 2: I’m the leader of our Film Club at school. I’m well-organised and have strong leadership
skills. I help my friends write scripts, pick actors and direct our films. My greatest wish is to become
a film producer, and I know it’s a well-paid job!

SPEAKING, TASK 3, page 103

Chad: Hey Diane, is your dad busy again?
Diane: Yes, he is. He works at our local hospital.
Chad: What does he do?
Diane: He’s a dermatologist. He treats people with skin problems.
Chad: Is your mother a doctor too?
Diane: Not exactly. She’s a vet. Her job is to treat sick animals. What do your parents do, Chad?
Chad: Well, my father is a policeman. He makes sure everyone follows the law and stays safe. He
sometimes gets to work at night. My mother is a secretary. She works with documents, manages
meetings and organises files. She works in an office from Monday to Friday.

UNIT 6
LISTENING, TASK 3A, page 122
Thanks to Hubert Cecil Booth, we don’t need to sweep our floors with a broom any more. He invented
the first vacuum cleaner in 1901. This Englishman put a handkerchief on the seat of a chair, placed
his mouth on it and sucked the air in. He discovered that a lot of dust gathered on the handkerchief,
so he decided to create a prototype. Unfortunately, his vacuum cleaner was so huge that it couldn’t
enter any buildings, so people had to put its tubes through windows.
In 1905, Walter Griffiths designed the first vacuum cleaner that could be carried around. At first,
these items of technology were very expensive, but after the Second World War, they slowly became
part of many homes because of the lower prices. Today, we have many different types of vacuum
cleaners, even robotic ones. You come home, lie on the sofa and let a robot do all the work.
Another great invention is the refrigerator. In the past, people used boxes with ice to keep their food
fresh. At the beginning of the 20th century, the first fridges appeared. They cost twice as much as a
car at the time and were dangerous due to the gas used to cool everything.
Now, there’s a fridge in practically every home. They are much safer and come with many functions.
Some of them have tablets on their doors that can play music. There are cameras inside, so you can
see what’s in the fridge without opening it. It even lets you make a grocery list and order everything
online.
Who knows what the future holds?

SPEAKING, TASK 2A, page 127

A: Can you help me, please? I can’t log in to my account.
B: Sure. Did you key in your password correctly?
A: Yes, but nothing’s working.
B: Scroll down and click where it says ‘Forgot Password.’
A: Wait… the Internet just cut off!
B: Try turning off your computer and restarting it.
A: Okay. I think someone hacked into my account.
B: Change your password once it’s working again.

LOOK BACK, TASK 9, page 131

Ihor Sikorsky was a famous Ukrainian scientist and inventor, born in Kyiv in 1889. As a young man,
he loved machines and flying, so he went to the Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, where he studied
engineering. In 1909, Ihor built his first helicopter, which wasn’t successful. It was only 30 years
later, in 1939, that Sikorsky managed to develop the first practical helicopter that could fly well.
Because of his work, helicopters are now used in many ways, such as in hospitals and the army.
In 1919, Sikorsky moved to the United States, where he continued his work. He started his own
company that made airplanes and helicopters. Ihor Sikorsky died in 1972, but his inventions helped
change the world of flying forever.

UNIT 7

VOCABULARY 1, TASK 2A, page 137

1 – desert, 2 – forest, 3 – river, 4 – mountains, 5 – grassland, 6 – jungle, 7 – sea, 8 – rainforest, 9 –
savannah, 10 – coast, 11 – cave, 12 – Arctic.

LISTENING, TASK 4, page 144

Emma: Hey Max, did you watch that documentary about climate change yesterday?
Max: Yeah, it was shocking. The ice is melting, animals are losing their homes… It’s getting serious.
Emma: I agree. Pollution is also a huge problem – there’s so much plastic in the oceans.
Max: Right. At home, we’ve started separating waste and using less plastic. We also use reusable
bottles.
Emma: Cool! As for my family, we prefer bikes over cars to help reduce air pollution. But there’s
another issue – deforestation. So many forests outside the city are being destroyed. Even our park
doesn’t have as many trees as it used to.
Max: I know, and trees are important – for wildlife, for clean air. Instead, there’s more trash than
plants. We should do something about it.
Emma: Actually, why don’t we organise an Eco Day at school?
Max: That’s a great idea! We could start with a clean-up event around the school and the park.
Emma: Yes! Then we can plant some trees or flowers in the schoolyard.
Max: We could also have a clothes swap and a recycling workshop. It’ll be fun and useful.
Emma: I love that. Maybe we can even make posters to teach students about climate change and
pollution.
Max: And we could invite a park ranger or an ecologist to talk about how we can protect the
environment.
Emma: Perfect! Let’s make a plan and ask our teacher for help.
Max: Small actions can lead to big changes. I’m excited already!
Emma: Me too. Let’s do this – for our planet!

SPEAKING, TASK 3A, page 147

Ally: Hey Frank, have you noticed how much paper we waste at school?
Frank: Yeah, it's crazy. We print everything, even when we don’t need to. We should do something
about it.
Ally: I was thinking the same. Maybe we could start using more digital materials?
Frank: Good idea! We could ask teachers to share worksheets online instead of printing them.
Ally: Also, we really need more recycling bins around the school. I often see bottles in the regular
trash.
Frank: True. We could talk to the headmaster about that and maybe organise a clean-up day?
Ally: Yes! And we could make posters to show students how to be more eco-friendly.
Frank: Great! Let’s write down our ideas and present them at the next student council meeting.
Ally: Perfect! Let’s make our school greener!

LOOK BACK, TASK 9, page 152

Nikki: Russell, will you give me a hand?
Russell: Sure. What are you doing?
Nikki: I need to put up this poster.
Russell: What’s it about?
Nikki: You know that I’ve become an eco-warrior.
Russell: Wow. You fight for the planet, don’t you?
Nikki: It’s no laughing matter. Be serious.
Russell: I am serious. I want to be an eco-warrior, too.
Nikki: Excellent. We are running a campaign ‘Save the Turtles.’
Russell: Why turtles?
Nikki: They are endangered. Our mission is to inform people so that they take action.
Russell: I see. You want us to know what’s going on in the world around us.
Nikki: Exactly.

UNIT 8

LISTENING, TASK 3, page 165

Sofia: Here we are – Toronto, the largest city in Canada. What do you want to see first?
Ben: Well, I think we should start with the CN Tower. It has an observation deck with great views.
Sofia: Yes, I’ve heard about that. We can also eat at the revolving restaurant up there.
Ben: Yeah! And after that, maybe we can go to the Royal Ontario Museum.
Sofia: Good idea. I want to see the animal and history exhibits.
Ben: Great! And what about the waterfront? I’ve heard it’s really relaxing to walk by Lake Ontario.
Sofia: Walking by the water sounds nice, but I’d rather take a boat tour. After all, we’ll probably be
tired after walking around so much.
Ben: You’re probably right. Oh! What do you think about visiting the Distillery District? It has
historic buildings and many shops.
Sofia: That sounds interesting. I love places with history and art.
Ben: Me too. And if we have time, we can check out Kensington Market for some street food.
Sofia: I’ve read that it’s a very colourful and lively place!
Ben: Definitely. Let’s make a list of all these places.
Sofia: Good idea. Oh, should we buy tickets for the CN tower online?
Ben: Yes, that’ll save us time. And maybe getting a city map will help us plan the best route.
Sofia: Okay. Let’s get a map and start exploring Toronto!

VOCABULARY 2, TASK 3A, page 167

A: Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to Trafalgar Square?
B: Sure! You're next to the London Eye, right?
A: Yes, that’s right.
B: Okay. Walk across Westminster Bridge. You’ll see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
A: Got it. Then what?
B: Turn left and walk along Whitehall. Just keep going straight — you’ll pass Downing Street on
your right.
A: How long does it take?
B: About 10 to 15 minutes on foot. Trafalgar Square will be right in front of you. You’ll see Nelson’s
Column in the middle — you can’t miss it.
A: Great! Thank you so much!
B: You’re welcome! Enjoy your walk!

SPEAKING, TASK 3, page 169

Speaker 1: I’ve lived in this city my whole life. Sure, it’s crowded and dynamic because there are so
many people, and they always seem very busy. But it’s also full of life and possibilities! No wonder
New York is called ‘the city that never sleeps.’ I’m a dynamo myself, so I probably wouldn’t be able
to live in a small town.
Speaker 2: This city is awesome because there are millions of things to see and do. However, it’s
very big – even locals can get lost sometimes. My GPS is my saviour. There are hundreds of streets,
and I often get tired of moving here and there all the time.
Speaker 3: Living in New York is not the same as visiting it. I’m from Cambridge, but I moved here
two years ago. At first, I was really excited: Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State
Building – all these places are amazing! After a while, I saw what this city is like from the inside: lots
of traffic and trash almost everywhere.
Speaker 4: I love this city and I love everything about it! Some people only pay attention to its bad
sides: pollution, traffic and the high cost of living. But hey, what about its beautiful landmarks and
historic places? What’s more, there are numerous opportunities to get a job and have a great career!

LOOK BACK, TASK 8, page 174

Paul: Excuse me... Could you tell me the way to the Air and Space Museum?
Man: Sure. Take the first road on the left. Go along the Mall. Go straight ahead. The museum will
be on your right. Just opposite the National Art Gallery.
Paul: How far is it?
Man: It's a 5-minute walk.
Paul: Ok. Thanks a lot. Let's go, folks!
After 15 minutes.
Jim: Dad, I'm tired of walking.
Paul: We're almost there. Come on!
Lisa: Dad, I'm hungry. Look, there's a hot dog stand.
Paul: Can I have two hot dogs, please?
Street vendor: Mustard?
Lisa: Yes, please, just a bit.
Jim: No, thanks.
Paul: Here you go. Happy now? Here we are. The Air and Space Museum.
Jim: Daddy, it's closed!