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Unit 7 When Tomorrow Comes
In this unit, you will 1. make predictions about the future. 2. talk about the future using the simple future tense. 3. explore how technology will change our lives. 4. find out how to prepare for the future. Look and share 1. What do you think of when you look at the picture 2. Would you like to have a robot at home Why
Section A What are your predictions about the future
1a Which of the predictions do you think will come true in 100 years Tick the ones that you agree with.
1. We won’t be able to live on earth.
2. There will be less food.
3. Many people will live in outer space.
4. Climate change will be worse.
5. AI and robots will take over boring work.
6. People won’t work together in big offices.
1b Listen to the first conversation and complete the summary.
A new sci-fi film is coming out. Teng Fei invited Peter to the _____ to see it. Teng Fei booked the tickets _____. The film starts at _____, and they will meet at the cinema at _____.
1c Listen to the second conversation and circle T for true or F for false.
1. Peter thinks climate change will be worse in the future. T F
2. Teng Fei thinks there will be less land to grow food. T F
3. Peter is quite positive about the future. T F
4. Teng Fei believes people will find ways to solve the food problem. T F
5. Teng Fei thinks most people will live in outer space in the future. T F
1d Ask and answer questions about the predictions in 1a.
Will we be able to live on earth in 100 years
Yes, we will. I believe people will make the earth a better place.
Will many people live in outer space
Well, I don’t think ...
Pronunciation
1 Listen and repeat. Add one more word to each group.
/n/ / / / k/ / ɡ/ /t / /d / /f/ /r/
n, kn ng nk ng ch, tch j, ge, g f, ph r, wr
news mind know _____ song hang dying _____ ink bank monkey _____ hunger angry English _____ cheap much watch _____ jacket change magic _____ face photo elephant _____ race orange write _____
2 Listen and match the emotions with the sentences.
1. What an exciting sci-fi film! I really loved the story. bored
2. Can you hear the wind It sounds scary! excited
3. My test is next week, but I don’t have time to study. scared
4. It’s still raining. There’s nothing to do. tired
5. I can hardly keep my eyes open. I’m going to bed now. worried
2a Listen to the conversation and fill in the blanks.
A. there will be fewer traffic accidents B. there will be more people in cities C. we’ll have better health care technology D. people will live longer
Helen: Hi, Jennifer. What’s up
Jennifer: Oh, hi, Helen, I’m watching a video about future predictions.
Helen: So, what will the future be like
Jennifer: Well, ___________________, but the transport system will be more efficient. It means that ___________________.
Helen: Sounds great! Any other predictions
Jennifer: Students probably won’t go to a school in the future. They will study at home or any place they want.
Helen: Oh, but I really like going to school! Anything else
Jennifer: And ___________________.
Helen: Really Why
Jennifer: Because ___________________ in our homes. Machines will tell us how to solve small health problems before they become bigger.
Helen: That’ll be great. How long will most people live
Jennifer: Well, more people will live to be over 100 years old. Some may even live to be 150.
Helen: Wow, that sounds wonderful!
2b Read the conversation and complete the table.
What will the future be like
People in cities
Transport system
Education
Health care
Length of life
2c Read again and answer the questions.
1. What is Jennifer watching
2. Is Helen interested in the future How do you know
3. Is the video positive about the future or not How do you know
2d Listen to the conversation again. Then role-play it.
2e What do you think life will be like in the future Make up a conversation about your future predictions.
Topic My prediction My partner’s prediction
Home
Population
Transport
Job
Free time
A: Will there be more / less / fewer ... in the future
B: Yes, I think there will ... / Well, I don’t think there will ...
A: Do you think we will ...
B: ...
Grammar Focus
3a Read the sentences and notice the words in bold. Find more sentences in Section A that use the simple future tense.
Shall we go to see the sci-fi film Oh, I’d love to.
What will the future be like There will be more people in cities, but there will be fewer traffic accidents.
Will most people live in outer space Yes, they will. / No, they won’t.
How long will people live Well, more people will live to be over 100 years old.
3b Complete the conversations with the correct forms of the verbs in the box. Some verbs are used more than once.
1. A: Do you think it’s going to rain
B: Yes, but don’t worry. I think we _____ home before it rains.
2. A: _____ the exam _____ difficult
B: It _____ (not) easy, but I’m sure you’ll pass it.
3. A: Who do you think _____ the prize
B: Well, I think Harry _____ the winner.
4. A: Do you think scientists _____ a cure for cancer in 50 years
B: Yes, I do. And I believe more people _____ up to 100 years old.
5. A: The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. _____ we _____ at 7:15 p.m. outside the theatre
B: OK. I _____ you then.
6. A: Do you think we will still use cash when shopping
B: No, and I don’t think I _____ a wallet either.
3c Write some predictions about your partner’s life in 20 years and then make up a conversation.
A: You’re so friendly and nice. I think you will be a good teacher.
B: Well, I don’t think so. I think I’ll ...
Section B How can we prepare for the future
1a Look at the title of the interview below. What do you think the interview is about
1b Read the interview and see if your guess was correct.
Ready for Tomorrow
Host: Good evening, everyone! Our guest today is Dr Lu Xingyuan, chief researcher of the Future World Research Centre. So welcome to our show, Dr Lu.
Dr Lu: Good evening. Thank you, it’s a pleasure to be here.
Host: Dr Lu, thank you for joining us. So, as a futurist, can you tell us how life will be different in 50 years
Dr Lu: Well, you’ll see robots working everywhere.
Host: Can you give us some examples
Dr Lu: Well, as we all know, China’s robotics industry is growing fast. Robots will make our life easier. We’ll have service robots. They will do almost all our housework. They will also help save lives when disasters and emergencies happen.
Host: So, what jobs will humans still do in the future
Dr Lu: Good question! Some jobs today will disappear in the coming years. However, there will be more challenging jobs in the future, such as space pilots and AI experts.
Host: Do you think robots will replace humans one day
Dr Lu: No, I don’t. Our creativity and emotional intelligence are important for relationships. AI will not replace humans for these things.
Host: You mentioned AI. How will AI change our world
Dr Lu: Well, it will certainly change how we work, study, and live. For example, a smart refrigerator will know what you need and order food for you when you’re running low.
Host: Wow, that’ll save us a lot of time! Now, my last question: How can we prepare for the future
Dr Lu: It’s simple. Just accept change. Keep learning and working hard. Today’s choices will influence your future.
Host: Thank you for your time, Dr Lu.
1c Complete the table with the information from the interview.
Guest name
Job
Future prediction about robots:
about jobs in the future:
about AI:
Advice
1d Read again and tick the statements that you can infer from the interview.
1. Dr Lu is very positive about the future.
2. In the future, robots will take over most jobs of today.
3. Robots will save lives during emergencies.
4. Humans will have more challenging jobs and do creative work.
5. Our emotional intelligence will always be important.
6. It is impossible for us to prepare for the future.
1e Discuss the questions.
1. Do you think robots will replace humans one day Why do you think so
2. What do you think are the most important qualities that people in the future should develop
3. What do you think we should do to prepare for the future
Vocabulary in Use
2a Write the opposites of the words. Use your dictionary.
1. more _______ 2. possible _______
3. better _______ 4. challenging _______
5. appear _______ 6. winner _______
7. positive _______ 8. everywhere _______
2b Complete the sentences with the correct forms of the words in the box.
1. He _______ a plan to learn German, but he didn’t say when he would start.
2. It is important for young students to _______ skills that will be valuable in the future.
3. Asimov’s ideas about robots _______ many sci-fi writers and even some AI scientists.
4. China will take steps to improve the public health system to meet the public’s needs for medical and health _______.
5. _______ the challenges and don’t run away from your problems. Try to solve them and then you will find your way.
2c Complete the passage with the correct forms of the words in the box.
How will AI technology _______ the future world Many experts think AI will improve the _______ of our future life and change many industries. For example, AI will help us build a smart public transport system and solve _______ problems. AI will also change education. It will make learning better match what students need. While some jobs may go away, people will focus on more _______ and difficult tasks. Will AI make our life better or _______ It depends on how we choose to improve and use AI to meet future _______.
3a Read about Mandy’s dreams for the future and find out what she wants to be.
My Dreams for the Future
What will my life be like in 20 years It’s not an easy question, but here are a few of my predictions. I love art, so I think I will become an artist. I want to study art in France, and then I will visit all the famous art museums. I will learn a lot about different artists and their works of art, and I will create my own too.
As an artist, I will live in the countryside and stay close to nature. There will be flowers and plants around my home. Life there will give me good ideas for making art. At the weekend, I will invite friends to come over and have fun together.
I believe these dreams will come true as long as I study hard and keep on trying.
3b Complete the table about Mandy’s dreams and yours.
Item Mandy You
Future job
Place to live
Free time activity
How to make dreams come true
3c What will your life be like in 20 years Write a short passage about your dreams for the future. Use your notes in 3b.
Project Create a picture about the future
4a Work in groups. Discuss what your city / town will be like in the future. Try to think of many different ideas. For example:
·What will our city / town be like when we are 35 years old
·Will many people live here
·What will the buildings be like How will people travel around
·What activities will people be able to do in their free time
·Will there be more parks and museums
·What will the environment be like
4b As a group, decide which predictions are more likely to come true.
4c Draw pictures that show these predictions.
4d Show your pictures to other groups. Have them guess your predictions.
Reflecting
1. What future predictions did you learn from this unit
2. Can you use the simple future tense to talk about your future life
3. How do you think technology will change our lives
4. How will you get ready for the future
Seize the day, and look forward to the future.

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