1. Choose the correct response.
2 Use the words below to complete the sentences. There are three words you do not need to use.
• connect • link • frozen • transfer • join • memory • download • deleted • connection • virus • spilt
3. Use the phrases to complete the dialogues.
4. Listen to 5 people talking about computers. Match the statements (A-E) to the speakers (1-5).
Speaker 1
My little brother and sister always use my computer, and I don’t like it at all! I don’t mind them using it for homework, but it really gets on my nerves when they download music and games from unknown sites and my computer ends up with all sorts of viruses. I told them that from now on they can only use my PC if I’m there to see what they’re doing.
Speaker 2
I know that many people believe computers are here to make life easier, but I do not agree. Last week, I was typing up my history project. I had typed four pages and I was on the last one when my computer crashed. All that work gone! I know I should have saved it as I was typing, but I didn’t. All I know is that I had to write everything all over again!
Speaker 3
I can’t imagine my life without my computer. I use my laptop for hours every day: chatting with friends, downloading music and surfing the Net. I find it’s the best way to stay informed and communicate with my friends. I don’t know how people managed before the invention of the Internet!
Speaker 4
You really have to be careful about viruses when downloading music from the Internet. Last Saturday I was downloading a song from a new site I had discovered when my computer crashed. I tried to reboot, but nothing. I called my cousin who is good with computers and he came over and fixed it. He even installed new anti-virus software to protect my computer.
Speaker 5
I really think more schools should start teaching students all about computers. Some people think that computers are taking over our lives, but I disagree. Computers make life easier. With just a click of the mouse you can find information about everything, explore different countries and keep in touch with family and friends.
1. The speaker doesn’t like it when others use his/her computer.
2. The speaker doesn’t like computers.
3. The speaker spends a lot of time on his/her computer.
4. The speaker had to call someone to remove a virus from his/her computer.
5. The speaker thinks it’s important to learn how to use computers.