UNIT 4: WHAT WORRIES YOU?

Extra listening on "Social Issues"

* THE DOLE

* WELFARE 


Click here to learn some phrases and vocabulary to talk about current social issues (very difficult, don't panic!!!)

UNIT 3: TECHNOLOGY

 

"How techie are you?" are you able to understand all these terms and phrases?:

click the mouse, type a password, insert an image from Clipart, delete a file, browse a website, save a file, cut, copy and paste an image, install a program, download an MP3 file, edit a document, email a friend, chat, surf the Internet, log in to an account, print a document, connect to the Internet, create anew folder or file, scan an image, minimise/ maximise the window, bookmark a website, scroll up/down, attach a file, google (for) something

Now try to complete this blog page using the words in bold:

plug, scan, google, create, scroll, switch on, install, email, save, connect, print, copy and paste, type, download, minimise, edit,  play

22 February: I love my new PC

Cool, I have a brand new Pc. I .....it in, .......on the monitor, ...... my password, and ..... to the Net. I ....my favourite website, ..... down the menu and .... an MP 3 file of my favourite band.  I listened to it several times. It's awesome!
I .... for a nice site of car images. I .... about 20 photos of cool cars in a folder that I .......for my Technology Project. I also ..... some terrific photos of me and my friends and .... them.
I .... my favourite game on my new PC and played it for about an hour. When Mum entered my room, I .... the window and worked on my project.
When I finished my project, I ... and .... it to my Technology teacher. I also ..... it because I want to show it to my friends.
Mum's here again! I must go to bed. 
Nightie night!

(click on COMMENTS to check your answers)

Click on some interesting links to learn more vocabulary to talk about TECHNOLOGY:

Technology phrases: http://www.dcielts.com/exercises/vocab/technology-phrases.htm

Technology sentences: http://www.dcielts.com/exercises/vocab/technology-sentences.htm 

Gap fill essay: http://www.dcielts.com/exercises/vocab/technology-essay.htm

Internet terms: http://www.lingolex.com/internet.htm

Computers: http://iss.schoolwires.com/page/14934

Mobile phones: http://wilsworldofwords.com/2010/06/english-vocabulary-for-mobile-phones-cell-phones.html

Test your vocabulary: http://www.learnenglishfeelgood.com/vocabulary/mobile-phone-vocabulary1.html

 

  Extra listening:

"Samgsung unveils new smartwatch"

Click here to listen to this piece of news. Mark these statements TRUE or FALSE:

a.	Samsung has introduced to the world its third and best smartwatch.	T / F
b.	The watch can run 16 apps on its screen.	T / F
c.	The body of the watch is made of stainless steel.	T / F
d.	Samsung has probably beaten Apple to the market by a few weeks.	T / F
e.	An expert said the Gear was too expensive to sell well.	T / F
f.	Another expert praised how innovative the Galaxy Gear was.	T / F
g.	The expert said it wouldn't be as popular as smartphones.	T / F
h.	Samsung said you would still need to get your phone out.	T / F

"Internet helps families stay more in touch" 

Click here to listen to the news. Mark the sentences TRUE or FALSE:

a.	Communication technology is reuniting people separated at birth.	T / F
b.	Family members are in more regular contact today than ever before.	T / F
c.	You often needed a stamp to keep in contact years ago.	T / F
d.	Many of our parents’ parents now keep up with technology.	T / F
e.	Technology has had a very negative effect on family communication.	T / F
f.	2% of a survey said technology worsened family communication.	T / F
g.	Families are building network connections inside their homes.	T / F
h.	A researcher said families only used to communicate in the evenings.	T / F

(Click on COMMENTS to check your answers)

UNIT 3: THINGS YOU NEED.

DESCRIBING OBJECTS AND THEIR PURPOSE

It's a bit too small
It's kind of cheap
It's made of wool
It's egg-shaped
It feels cold
It's used for removing your facial hair
I use it to clean the floor
You'll need one if you want to cut the grass.
Can I have a tin opener so I can open the tin, please?

This is the powerpoint I showed you in class to learn how to describe objects and their purpose:




You can also have a look at this website for further practice.

To finish, try this listening activity: 72- emergency kit

UNIT 1: Some listening practice

Here you have a couple of pieces of news for you to practice listening a bit. These listening activities are taken from Helena Manrubioa's blog (a fellow teacher in Torre Pacheco):

Picasso masterpiece could be yours for just £85

Would you like to have a Picasso hanging in your living-room? Now you have the chance! Watch the video to find out how and answer the questions.

How much does a ticket cost?
What's the estimated value of the picture?
How many tickets are the available?
How much money is intended to be raised? For what?
Where does the actual value of the picture lie?

Ugly woman painting mystery solved

Click here to watch the video and answer the questions below. Answers in Comments.

Who was the portrait painted by?
Who was its previous owner?
Why did Julia (the woman on the computer) send them the painting?
Where are they going to keep the picture?
How much is the picture worth?
What are they planning to do with it?

Which adjectives seen in class would you use to describe the picture?

Find the answers in Comments