Aims and Objectives
In this unit you will learn vocabulary related to computers.
You will practise the following skills and functions:
- Understanding and describing computer hardware
The grammar focus of this unit is:
Vocabulary
crash, to | |
refresh, to; update, to | |
assistive | |
backup | |
operating system | |
display | |
ink ribbon | |
internet | |
network | |
peripheral | |
program | |
screen; visual display unit (VDU) | |
computer | |
curser | |
download | |
printer | |
laptop | |
laser printer | |
micro processor | |
PC | |
scanner | |
memory | |
toner | |
virus | |
numerical pad | |
application | |
dispaly | |
CPU | |
data | |
data bank | |
disk | |
enter key | |
hard drive | |
hardware | |
mouse | |
arrow key | |
software | |
spreadsheet | |
keyboard | |
word processing | |
ink cartridge | |
download, to | |
print, to | |
IT | |
compatible | |
delete, to | |
save, to; store, to | |
surf, to | |
update, to |
Vocabulary Practice
Exercise 1: Test Yourself
Fill in the correct translation for each of the terms below.
Listening Comprehension
Exercise 1: Multiple Choice Questions
Chose the correct answer.
Exercise 2: Multiple Choice Questions
Chose the correct answer.
Exercise 3: Multiple Choice Questions
Chose the correct answer.
Exercise 4: Multiple Choice Questions
Chose the correct answer.
General Comprehension
Exercise 1: True/False Statements
For each of the statements below, choose True or False.
Exercise 2: Sentence Completion
Speaking Practice. Complete the sentences you hear, using the example as a model.
Grammar Practice
Exercise 1: Transformation
Using the example as a model, change the structure and make a new sentence.
Exercise 2: Transformation
Using the example as a model, change the structure and make a new sentence.
Exercise 3: Selections
Chose the correct answer.
Consolidation
Exercise 1: True/False Statements
For each of the statements below, choose True or False.
Exercise 2: Dictation
Listen to the complete recording first. Then go to the textbox and use the ‘>’ key to listen to the text section by section. Type what you hear into the textbox. For detailed instructions, read the Exercise Help.
Exercise 3: Cloze
Listen to the recording carefully and then fill in the gaps in the text below using the same words.
Exercise 4: Gap Filling
Choose the correct option to fill the gaps in the following sentences.
Checklist
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- Understanding and describing computer hardware