新世纪大学英语视听说系列教材4听力原文

Our earth

The natural world

Listen to Mary and Blake talking about her paper. Then answer the question.

What are you working on, Mary?

I‘m finishing my paper. It‘s due tomorrow, Blake.

What‘s the topic?

It‘s about Greenland.

Greenland. Hmmm --- that‘s part of Canada, right?

I think you need to study your world geography, Blake.

Well, isn‘t it near Canada?

Yes, it‘s off the coast of northeast Canada, but it‘s part of Denmark.

Oh, I didn‘t know that. Well, what‘s your paper about exactly?

In my pa per, I answer the question ―Is Greenland really green?‖ In other words, is Greenland covered by a lot of plants and trees?

Is it?

What do you think?

Let‘s see --- Greenland is in the Arctic Circle --- way up north. It‘s cold, --- so ―Is Greenland really gr een?‖ I‘d answer ―probably not.‖

You‘d be correct. It‘s too cold here. In the north, a lot of the ground is frozen. The summers are short, so only the surface thaws.

That sounds tough.

It‘s hard for the construction industry. It‘s not easy to build in Gree nland.

It sounds so harsh. Why would anyone want to go there?

There are big mountain ranges on the coasts. They‘re great for hiking and outdoor sports. And there are lots of animals there. You can sometimes see whales swimming in the harbors.

That sounds c ool! Ok, so if it‘s not really a ―green‖ place, why was it named ―Greenland‖?

The first settlers wanted to attract other people. They gave it an attractive name.

Listen again. Circle True or False.

Gustav and Carolina are international students. They are telling Bart about their summer work experience in the United States. Did they enjoy themselves?

So what exactly did you do over the summer?

We worked as volunteers at Glacier National Park.

I‘ve never been there. What‘s it like?

It‘s beautiful. There are mountains and lakes … and, of course, glaciers!

How was the job?

We had to do a lot of physical work. It was kind of hard.

That‘s true, but it was exciting, too! We actually saw bears!

Wow! That does sound exciting. Maybe I should apply. I‘ll need a job n ext summer.

Sorry, Bart, but you can‘t apply to that program. It‘s a special program for international students.

Listen to two people talking about natural wonders and man-made structures. Pay attention to the expressions they use.

1. Mt. Fuji is really beautiful from far away. When you climb it, it‘s just rocks and dirt … but it‘s really beautiful from far away.

2. Last year I was in San Francisco and I had a chance to drive across the Golden Gate Bridge. What an amazing feat of engineering. It gives you a chance to look through all of San Francisco and over San Francisco Bay and it‘s just a wonderful chance to see the city.

Jay and Elise are talking about an accident. Listen and check the correct picture.

Come in here, Elise. You should see this show!

What is it?

It's called "The Titanic of the Sky." It's about the Hindenburg, a great engineering feat.

The Hindenburg ...

You know, that giant zeppelin that crashed in 1934. Thirty-five people died.

Oh yeah, I remember now. It was flying from Germany to the United States. It crashed as it was landing.

Right. It's so funny looking, don't you think? It doesn't look anything like the airplanes as have today.

That's true. Why would people ride in a zeppelin anyway? It seems so dangerous.

Well, some people called the Hindenburg "man's greatest achievement in flight." They thought it was safe, I guess.

Who rode in it anyway?

Mostly wealthy people. It accommodated between 30 and 40 passengers and crew. One person said it was like a "flying hotel."

It sounds pretty great.

Yeah, and it was fast. That's why people rode it. They wanted to get to their destination faster. Why didn't they just take a jet plane?

Elise! You know they didn't have jets back then. Look, in 1934 it took five days to travel from Germany to the U.S. by ship. The zeppelin could do it in half that time. It was speedy.

Well, maybe I'll sit down and watch a little bit. Maybe I'll learn something ...

Listen again. How was the zeppelin described? Check your answers.

Come in here, Elise. You should see this show!

What is it?

It's called "The Titanic of the Sky." It's about the Hindenburg, a great engineering feat.

The Hindenburg ...

You know, that giant zeppelin that crashed in 1934. Thirty-five people died.

Oh yeah, I remember now. It was flying from Germany to the United States. It crashed as it was landing.

Right. It's so funny looking, don't you think? It doesn't look anything like the airplanes as have today.

That's true. Why would people ride in a zeppelin anyway? It seems so dangerous.

Well, some people called the Hindenburg "man's greatest achievement in flight." They thought it was safe, I guess.

Who rode in it anyway?

Mostly wealthy people. It accommodated between 30 and 40 passengers and crew. One person said it was like a "flying hotel."

It sounds pretty great.

Yeah, and it was fast. That's why people rode it. They wanted to get to their destination faster. Why didn't they just take a jet plane?

Elise! You know they didn't have jets back then. Look, in 1934 it took five days to travel from Germany to the U.S. by ship. The zeppelin could do it in half that time. It was speedy.

Well, maybe I'll sit down and watch a little bit. Maybe I'll learn something ...

Listen to the conversation and check the correct picture.

I think we should buy a bigger car. Big cars are safer.

Yes, but on the other hand, they consume more oil.

They also look really cool.

That's true, but there are some SUVs which are not big but also very beautiful.

And 1 think big cars are more fun to drive.

But then again, it's very expensive.

Well, let's get more information about several kinds of cars, okay?

Listen to another person talking about famous buildings in his country and fill in the blanks with information you hear.

My country has two very famous buildings called the Petronas Towers. The buildings are made of glass, steel, and concrete. They were designed by an American architect, but he used a Malaysian style. They were finished in 1998, and they were the tallest buildings in the world at that time. Each tower has 88 floors, and is 452 meters high. I really like the Petronas Towers. They show both the modern and the traditional side of my country.

Listen to a talk on controversies about modern buildings. Then fill in the blanks to complete the sentences.

Modern buildings: We love them. We hate them

The world-famous Louvre Museum in Paris is almost 500 years old, and it faced a very modern problem: There simply wasn't enough space for six million visitors each year. In 1989, American architect I.M. Pei designed a striking glass pyramid in the building's center to be a visitor entrance and shopping arcade. But he also started an angry debate. Some people felt his glass building was a piece of art, like the ones inside the museum. Others said it was just an ugly, modern mistake. Kyoto, Japan, is the country's ancient capital, and the heart of its culture. Its railroad station was too small for the millions of visitors. In 1997, the city completed a new station in a huge shopping center, right in the oldest part of the city. Designed by Hiroshi Hara, the building also contains a hotel and department store. Before it was built, critics said that the high, wide, modern building would destroy the city's traditional look. On the other hand, supporters said it would bring new life into the city center.

Now listen again and complete the chart with the information you hear.

My country has two very famous buildings called the Petronas Towers. The buildings are made of glass, steel, and concrete. They were designed by an American architect, but he used a Malaysian style. They were finished in 1998, and they were the tallest buildings in the world at that time. Each tower has 88 floors, and is 452 meters high. I really like the Petronas Towers. They show both the modern and the traditional side of my country.

Listen to a talk on controversies about modern buildings. Then fill in the blanks to complete the

sentences.

Modern buildings: We love them. We hate them

The world-famous Louvre Museum in Paris is almost 500 years old, and it faced a very modern problem: There simply wasn't enough space for six million visitors each year. In 1989, American architect I.M. Pei designed a striking glass pyramid in the building's center to be a visitor entrance and shopping arcade. But he also started an angry debate. Some people felt his glass building was a piece of art, like the ones inside the museum. Others said it was just an ugly, modern mistake. Kyoto, Japan, is the country's ancient capital, and the heart of its culture. Its railroad station was too small for the millions of visitors. In 1997, the city completed a new station in a huge shopping center, right in the oldest part of the city. Designed by Hiroshi Hara, the building also contains a hotel and department store. Before it was built, critics said that the high, wide, modern building would destroy the city's traditional look. On the other hand, supporters said it would bring new life into the city center.

Listen to the interview with Erika Van Beek, an engineer. According to Erika, what should be done about overcrowding in cities?

The future building boom?

What do you think is the biggest problem facing our cities?

I think it's overcrowding. Talk to anyone living in a major metropolitan area and they will say the same thing: There's no space. Even the suburbs are getting crowded.

Well, in some places there simply isn't any land left for building, right?

Yes, that's true, but you have to think creatively. You can't give up so easily.

Think creatively? What do you suggest?

What I'm saying is that we can build more structures underground. We can add parking lots, malls, hotels, and even apartment buildings. There's plenty of space.

Isn't it expensive?

Yes, it can be. In the past building underground has been very expensive. However, we have new technology that will bring the cost down. It involves using robots. You don't have to pay robots a salary!

Isn't "building down" more dangerous than other kind of construction?

Actually, I think it's safer than building skyscrapers, for example. Remember, we already do it. We have subways and underground shopping malls. I'm just suggesting we invest in a variety of bigger projects and that we dig deeper.

What would you say to people who doubt your idea?

I can understand their feelings. Whenever there's a new idea, it can cause controversy. But "building down" is not some kind of impractical idea. It makes sense. There is so much space underground: It can accommodate a lot of traffic, storage, and people. With the new technology we have, we'd be crazy not to consider the idea — it's the wave of the future!

Listen again. Check the statements you think Erika would agree.

The future building boom?

What do you think is the biggest problem facing our cities?

I think it's overcrowding. Talk to anyone living in a major metropolitan area and they will say the same thing: There's no space. Even the suburbs are getting crowded.

Well, in some places there simply isn't any land left for building, right?

Yes, that's true, but you have to think creatively. You can't give up so easily.

Think creatively? What do you suggest?

What I'm saying is that we can build more structures underground. We can add parking lots, malls, hotels, and even apartment buildings. There's plenty of space.

Isn't it expensive?

Yes, it can be. In the past building underground has been very expensive. However, we have new technology that will bring the cost down. It involves using robots. You don't have to pay robots a salary!

Isn't "building down" more dangerous than other kind of construction?

Actually, I think it's safer than building skyscrapers, for example. Remember, we already do it. We have subways and underground shopping malls. I'm just suggesting we invest in a variety of bigger projects and that we dig deeper.

What would you say to people who doubt your idea?

I can understand their feelings. Whenever there's a new idea, it can cause controversy. But "building down" is not some kind of impractical idea. It makes sense. There is so much space underground: It can accommodate a lot of traffic, storage, and people. With the new technology we have, we'd be crazy not to consider the idea — it's the wave of the future!

The man-made world

Global viewpoints

Natural wonders

One of the most beautiful natural wonders I‘ve seen are the glaciers in the south of Argentina. The Matterhorn, which is a mountain in Switzerland, is one of the most beautiful places I‘ve ever seen. My dad and I climbed about halfway, and once we got there it started snowing so we had to turn back.

I climbed up to Everest Bas e Camp. All of a sudden, you look up and there‘s this huge mountain that everyone‘s talked about, that everyone‘s photographed, and you‘ve seen what it‘s like in pictures but you‘ve never seen it in person.

Mt. Fuji is really beautiful from far away. When you climb it, it‘s just rocks and dirt --- but it‘s really beautiful from far away.

I went to Niagara Falls for a family reunion. It was one of the most memorable times of my life because I got to be around people who I love --- my family. And it was also one of the most beautiful sites that I‘ve ever seen.

Man-made structures

The most impressive man-made wonder that I have seen is the Great Wall of China. The Great Wall took several thousands of people to build, it stretches many, many miles throughout China, and it was made in a period where we didn‘t have all the technological advancements --- like cranes and lifts.

Last year I was in San Francisco and I had a chance to drive across the Golden Gate Bridge. What an amazing feat of engineering. It gives you a chance to look through all of San Francisco and over San Francisco Bay and it‘s just a wonderful chance to see the city.

I saw the Hoover Dam once and I didn‘t like it very much. It was in the middle of the desert and it‘s just very hot, and there wasn‘t much activity going on --- and it‘s just a big concrete structure.

City Living

I love skyscrapers!

Man, look at that! In New York there‘s always something being built. And everything goes up so quickly … you never know what‘s going to be around next wee k.

Yeah, but on the other hand, sometimes I wonder about overcrowding. Maybe they need to start building down more.

Building down?

Yeah, it‘s when you build underground instead of above ground.

Nah, that‘s too much like living in a cave. I love the skyscra pers! They are the most incredible feats of engineering!

True. And some of the first ones were built right here in New York City.

That‘s right! You know, I wonder what New York looked like before all these buildings popped up. Yeah, I‘ll bet it‘ll be som ething fantastic!

Maybe… what do you think it‘s going to look like?

I don‘t know … but you know what? I‘m going to remember what it looked like.

What are you talking about? And why are you taking pictures? There‘s nothing there.

Ok. You know how some people get famous because they have pictures of movie stars or performers before they make it big?

Yeah?

Well, some buildings and architectural structures get to be famous too, like the Eiffel Tower or the Empire State Building --- right?

Yeah, and ---? There‘s nothing here!

Right! But there will be. Someday this very spot may become really well-known --- like maybe it‘ll be some incredible hotel that the rich and famous stay at. And I‘ll be the only one with pictures of it before it was built. Cool, huh?

Uh … you are too much. Hey, let‘s ask this guy what your ―famous‖ building‘s going to be. Excuse me, can you tell what this is going to be when it‘s finished? Maybe a fancy hotel or something?

Fancy hotel? No, this isn‘t going to be a hotel. It‘s going to be a p arking garage.

A parking garage. Uh --- huh. Thanks.

Well --- maybe --- someone rich and famous will park here.

Listen to the story summary. Fill in the blanks with what you hear.

Takeshi and Roberto walk by a construction site and start talking about all the buildings that are being built in New York. Takeshi then talks about how much he admires the skyscrapers. Suddenly, Takeshi starts taking pictures of the site, but Roberto can‘t understand why because nothing has been built yet. Takeshi explains that he thinks something famous may be there someday, like a hotel where the rich and famous stay, and he wants to be the only one with pictures of it before it was built. The funny part is when Roberto asks one of the construction workers what‘s being built on the site --- it turns out it‘s going to be a parking garage!

Technology today

Computers are everywhere

Listen to some people talking about different situations with their computers. Match each situation and its problem.

Situation 1

Oh no!

What happened?

I can‘t believe it. I was sending a message and I accidentally clicked on ―Reply to All.‖

So?

It was a personal message for my friend, Jerry. I wanted to send it to his e-mail address only. Oops.

Exactly --- Instead I sent it to everyone on the list. How embarrassing!

Situation 2

I see you have a new keyboard. That‘ s nice.

Yes, the company bought me a new one.

That‘s good.

Well, actually --- I spilled coffee on my old keyboard, and it stopped working.

Oh, I see.

Don‘t tell anyone. Drinking co ffee near the computers is not allowed!

Situation 3

Have you finished working on my computer?

Yes, I have. I‘m afraid I don‘t have good news for you.

Really?

Really. The problem is with your hardware.

Oh. What do you suggest?

I think you should probably b uy a new computer. This one can‘t be fixed.

Well, I have had it for five years. It‘s time to replace it, I guess.

Listen again. Circle the correct word.

Situation 1

Oh no!

What happened?

I can‘t believe it. I was sending a message and I accidentally clicked on ―Reply to All.‖

So?

It was a personal message for my friend, Jerry. I wanted to send it to his e-mail address only. Oops.

Exactly --- Instead I sent it to everyone on the list. How embarrassing!

Situation 2

I see you have a new keyboard. That‘ s ni ce.

Yes, the company bought me a new one.

That‘s good.

Well, actually --- I spilled coffee on my old keyboard, and it stopped working.

Oh, I see.

Don‘t tell anyone. Drinking coffee near the computers is not allowed!

Situation 3

Have you finished working on my computer?

Yes, I have. I‘m afraid I don‘t have good news for you.

Really?

Really. The problem is with your hardware.

Oh. What do you suggest?

I think you should probably buy a new computer. This one can‘t be fixed.

Well, I have had it for five years. It‘s time to replace it, I guess.

Listen. Steve is helping his daughter, Lea, with her term paper. How did Steve use to write his papers?

I hate writing term papers! It takes forever!

You‘re lucky, Lea. When I was young …

Oh, I‘ve heard this story before.

Well, when I was young, we didn‘t have computers.

We used to write our papers on typewriters.

Oh, really? That sounds difficult!

It was, especially because I made a lot of mistakes.

Did it take a long time?

Yes. Computers are so much faster and easier to use.

Listen to two people talking about their computers. Pay attention to the expressions used. Then tell your partner what you like about the computer you use.

1. I like the laptop because it‘s very, very thin. It‘s maybe less than one inch and it‘s abo ut four pounds and I can carry it anywhere I want.

2. My favorite feature of my computer is the Instant Messenger. The reason for this is that it‘s very affordable, fun and convenient and allows me to chat with my friends from all over the world.

Listen to these two conversations. Circle the best answer to complete each sentence. Conversation 1

Well, Lynn, I must be going. It was great to see you –

By, Pam.

What‘s that?

Oh … that‘s Ollie.

Ollie? I didn‘t know you had a dog!

Well, we don‘t … really.

What do you mean?

Come here.

Oh my goodness. It‘s a robot!

That‘s right. It‘s a dog robot. They call it a ―dogbot.‖

How interesting! … But it‘s a little strange, don‘t you think?

Well, I wanted to get an interactive toy for the kids. They love it. So I‘m happy.

How much did it cost?

Don‘t ask. It wasn‘t very affordable. It‘s cheaper than having a real dog, though. We don‘t ever have to buy dog food! And the batteries are rechargeable.

Conversation 2

Hey, Henrik. Look.

What is it, Juliana?

What‘s that guy doing ov er there?

Which guy?

The one over there. Wearing a suit. H‘s punching so many buttons on his cell phone.

Oh, him. He‘s probably playing a game.

Really?

A lot of people have games on their cell phones. It‘s really popular here in Finland. They play them everywhere.

Do you play them, too?

Yes, I do.

I only use my phone to make telephone calls. I guess I‘m old-fashioned.

I heard that some people play games even at work. They can play quietly during business meetings. No one knows about it.

I‘d like to try it.

Here, use mine!

Listen again. For each conversation, circle the words used to describe the new technology. Conversation 1

Well, Lynn, I must be going. It was great to see you –

By, Pam.

What‘s that?

Oh … that‘s Ollie.

Ollie? I didn‘t know you had a dog!

W ell, we don‘t … really.

What do you mean?

Come here.

Oh my goodness. It‘s a robot!

That‘s right. It‘s a dog robot. They call it a ―dogbot.‖

How interesting! … But it‘s a little strange, don‘t you think?

Well, I wanted to get an interactive toy for the kids. They love it. So I‘m happy.

How much did it cost?

Don‘t ask. It wasn‘t very affordable. It‘s cheaper than having a real dog, though. We don‘t ever have to buy dog food! And the batteries are rechargeable.

Conversation 2

Hey, Henrik. Look.

What is it, Juliana?

What‘s that guy doing over there?

Which guy?

The one over there. Wearing a suit. H‘s punching so many buttons on his cell phone.

Oh, him. He‘s probably playing a game.

Really?

A lot of people have games on their cell phones. It‘s really popular here in Finland. They play them everywhere.

Do you play them, too?

Yes, I do.

I only use my phone to make telephone calls. I guess I‘m old-fashioned.

I heard that some people play games even at work. They can play quietly during business meetings. No one knows about it.

I‘d like to try it.

Here, use mine!

Listen to the conversation and choose the message Ted left for Scott.

Hello. Your Computer World sales department.

Hi, Penny. It‘s Ted.

Oh, hi, Ted. What‘s up?

Well, my computer has crashed again.

Oh no!

Oh, yes. That‘s why I‘m calling. You know, it‘s five years old. And I need to speak to Scott about getting a new one.

Well, you‘ve called at a good time. We have some attractive new models.

Great! I‘m looking for something affordable. And I want to get somethi ng portable this time.

I‘m sure Scott can help you with that… Let‘s see, he is in a meeting until 3:30. I‘ll ask him to call you.

No, that‘s OK. I‘ll call him after 3:30. Please give him the message.

Now listen to a talk about different ways of communication. Complete the chart by checking the right boxes according to what is mentioned in the talk

E-mail is my favorite way to communicate. I think it is as fast as a fax machine, and it is as easy as a cell phone. Of course, e-mail has some problems, too. It isn‘t as affordable as ordinary mail, because you need a computer and Internet service. And I don‘t think it is as reliable as a fax machine. Sometimes e-mail messages get lost. But in my opinion, e-mail is as convenient as a cell phone. I can send a message from my home or office, and my friends can read it when they have time.

Listen to a technology report. What appliances does the report mention? Write them down.

In today‘s report, we look at a new technology called pervasive computing.

Pervasive computing means putting tiny computers into everyday electronic appliances, such as toasters and microwaves. With pervasive computing, appliances can communicate with their users – and with other appliances!

Some companies now sell pervasive computing products like a ―smart‖ toaster. It remembers your favorite kind of toast: light or dark. Companies are designing a ―smart‖ coffee maker and a ―smart‖ clock. The coffee maker can measure the water and coffee. It can even put milk in your breakfast coffee and make black coffee in the afternoon. The clock will check the time on other clocks in your house, and give information about other appliances. For example, it can tell you, ―Your coffee maker needs more water.‖

And that‘s only the beginning. One company is now advertising ―Save time – phone your washing machine!‖ Engineers are making a ―smart‖ house. In this house, the lights, heater, and air conditioner change automatically when family members come home. This makes the home

comfortable, and it saves a lot of energy. Pervasive computing could change many parts of our daily lives.

But do people really want pervasive computing? Do they really need technology everywhere? One company asked people about their opinions on ―smart‖ appliances. There were surprises. A ―smart‖ refrigerator can buy more food on the internet, but people didn‘t want it, because it might make mistakes.

“Pervasive computing is as important as a telephone,‖ says Rebecca Blair, president of InnoTech Corporation. But some of these products are not useful, or even practical. Companies should learn more about the technology that people really want.

Listen again. Are the sentences below true (T) or false (F)? For the false sentences, cross out the mistakes and correct them

In today‘s report, we look at a new technology called pervasive computing.

Pervasive computing means putting tiny computers into everyday electronic appliances, such as toasters and microwaves. With pervasive computing, appliances can communicate with their users – and with other appliances!

Some companies now sell pervasive computing products like a ―smart‖ toaster. It remembers your favorite kind of toast: light or dark. Companies are designing a ―smart‖ coffee maker and a ―smart‖ clock. The coffee maker can measure the water and coff ee. It can even put milk in your breakfast coffee and make black coffee in the afternoon. The clock will check the time on other clocks in your house, and give information about other appliances. For example, it can tell you, ―Your coffee maker needs more water.‖

And that‘s only the beginning. One company is now advertising ―Save time – phone your washing machine!‖ Engineers are making a ―smart‖ house. In this house, the lights, heater, and air conditioner change automatically when family members come home. This makes the home comfortable, and it saves a lot of energy. Pervasive computing could change many parts of our daily lives.

But do people really want pervasive computing? Do they really need technology everywhere? One company asked people about their o pinions on ―smart‖ appliances. There were surprises. A ―smart‖ refrigerator can buy more food on the internet, but people didn‘t want it, because it might make mistakes.

“Pervasive computing is as important as a telephone,‖ says Rebecca Blair, president of InnoTech Corporation. But some of these products are not useful, or even practical. Companies should learn more about the technology that people really want.

Now listen to the report.

Local girl rescued

She may have a broken leg, but she can‘t be happier. Morgan Bailey, 11, is happy to be alive. Tuesday was like any other day for Morgan. She was at school. It was fourth period, and she was the first student to arrive in the gymnasium for her physical education class.

Suddenly there was a loud noise.

“Ther e was a sharp cracking noise and then a loud boom. After that, I don‘t remember anything,‖ said Morgan.

The roof of the gymnasium had collapsed under the heavy snow. Morgan was trapped underneath.

She couldn‘t escape.

“I woke up and there was a big piece o f wood on my leg. I couldn‘t move it. I was starting to get cold.‖

Fortunately, help was nearby. A new program using ―rescue robots‖ was tried for the first time.“We were nervous about using the robot,‖ said Derrick Sneed, the man in charge of the program. ―But in the end, the robot gave us reliable information. It went extremely well.‖

The rescue robot was able to go into the gym and locate Morgan‘s exact position.

“We send in robots first because it may not be safe for humans,‖ said Mr. Sneed. ―Human bei ngs are not as useful as robots in some situations. A gas leak, for example, could kill you or me but wouldn‘t hurt a robot.‖

Although it didn‘t happen in Morgan‘s case, some rescue robots can bring fresh air or water to people who are trapped.

Rescue robots go into rough, dangerous places. They work in life or death situations. They have to be durable.

Doctors say that Morgan is doing well. She should be going home in two or three days. What is the first thing she wants to do after she gets out of the hospital?

“I want to meet my hero,‖ laughs Morgan. ―That little robot that saved my life!‖

Listen to the report again. Number the steps (1-7) in the order that they happened.

Local girl rescued

She may have a broken leg, but she can‘t be happier. Morgan Baile y, 11, is happy to be alive. Tuesday was like any other day for Morgan. She was at school. It was fourth period, and she was the first student to arrive in the gymnasium for her physical education class.

Suddenly there was a loud noise.

“There was a sharp cracking noise and then a loud boom. After that, I don‘t remember anything,‖ said Morgan.

The roof of the gymnasium had collapsed under the heavy snow. Morgan was trapped underneath. She couldn‘t escape.

“I woke up and there was a big piece of wood on my l eg. I couldn‘t move it. I was starting to get cold.‖

Fortunately, help was nearby. A new program using ―rescue robots‖ was tried for the first time.“We were nervous about using the robot,‖ said Derrick Sneed, the man in charge of the program. ―But in the end, the robot gave us reliable information. It went extremely well.‖

The rescue robot was able to go into the gym and locate Morgan‘s exact position.

“We send in robots first because it may not be safe for humans,‖ said Mr. Sneed. ―Human beings are not as useful as robots in some situations. A gas leak, for example, could kill you or me but wouldn‘t hurt a robot.‖

Although it didn‘t happen in Morgan‘s case, some rescue robots can bring fresh air or water to people who are trapped.

Rescue robots go into rough, dangerous places. They work in life or death situations. They have to be durable.

Doctors say that Morgan is doing well. She should be going home in two or three days. What is the first thing she wants to do after she gets out of the hospital?

“I want to meet my hero,‖ laughs Morgan. ―That little robot that saved my life!‖

Modern technology

I really don‘t know a lot about electronics but I think that new phones --- new cell phones --- with ah --- cameras --- which have digital cameras are very co ol and they‘re so easy to use. And you don‘t have to think all the time that you forgot the camera --- you know? Because you always have it with you and that‘s so smart.

I like the laptop because it‘s very, very thin. It‘s maybe less than one inch and it‘s about four pounds and I can carry it anywhere I want.

My favorite feature of my computer is the Instant Messenger. The reason for this is that it‘s very affordable, fun and convenient and allows me to chat with my friends from all over the world.

I stay in touch with my family in Brazil with like --- Instant Messenger.

I use the computer for chatting online, searching the web, and downloading music.

I have a lot of friends in New York and Philadelphia and California, so instead of talking on the phone with them, I e-mail them constantly ---

My laptop computer is fun because I can do all sorts of things on it. I can write a paper while I‘m on the train on the way home.

I use my computer to surf on the Internet, to do my homework, and to work. My computer was expensive, but it is reliable.

I don‘t really like my computer because it‘s old and not reliable.

The first word processor

Good. So change the first part and make those corrections and your paper will be great.

OK. Thanks for all your help, Professor Mor gan. I‘ll e-mail my paper to you later today.

You know, technology is amazing. In high school I used to write my term papers on a typewriter. It must have taken a long time to write a paper on a typewriter.

Well, I was pretty fast, but I made some mistakes. Actually, the typewriters weren‘t that bad. Now, as for the first computers … oh my gosh!

What do you mean?

The first computers were so unreliable. They used to crash all the time. And they were not as affordable or as fast as they are now.

Mine‘s pretty fast, but not as fast as some of the newer, more expensive ones.

I know! And nowadays, almost everyone has a computer. In those days, nobody had their own computer. We used to use the ones at the university.

In the computer lab?

Yeah, that‘s all we had. I‘ll never forget, one spring, during final exams. Everybody was working on their term papers, and the electricity went out!

So? No big deal … laptops have batteries …

Yes, but remember, in those days we didn‘t have laptops. If your computer crashed, you lo st everything.

Everything?

Everything. We used to lose information all the time, but that time it was terrible. Everybody lost their papers that afternoon … including me.

What did you do?

I went back to the good, old-fashioned way.

You mean typewriters?

Nope. I used something more affordable, portable, reliable, disposable, something that always worked.

What was that?

(holds up pencil and paper) The first word processor.

Listen to the story summary. Fill in the blanks with what you hear.

Professor Morgan is helping Tara with her term paper. They start to talk about technology and Professor Morgan tells Tara about the old typewriters and computers she used to use. She says that they were not as fast or as reliable as the current models. Then Professor Morgan explains that when she was in college, students didn‘t use to have their own computers, so they used to use computer labs. She then tells Tara a story about a day when everyone lost their term papers because the electricity went out! But it wasn‘t a probl em for Professor Morgan. She went back to the good, old-fashioned way to write her assignment --- a paper and pencil.

Newspapers and the news

The people behind the news

Listen to the two conversations. Check Christiane‘s and Dan‘s job(s).

Conversation 1

What are you watching?

Oh, just the news.

Can I change the channel?

In just a minute. I want to see the end of this report.

I didn‘t know you were interested in the news.

Well, it‘s Christiane Amanpour. She‘s really great. She usually reports fr om London --- the city where she was born.

I don‘t know her.

She‘s an international correspondent. She goes to some really dangerous places. When there‘s a war, she‘s usually there.

Sounds scary.

Yeah. And --- get this --- she‘s a wife and mother, too.

Tha t‘s very impressive.

Conversation 2

That‘s a strange-looking book. What is it?

It‘s the writings and photos of Dan Eldon. He was a photojournalist.

A photojournalist?

Yeah. A photographer and a journalist. He was born in London in 1970. The book tells all about his life and his dangerous adventures.

Well, the book certainly looks interesting. Has he written anything else?

He wrote a book when he was younger. Unfortunately, he won‘t be writing anything else --- he was killed.

He died?

Yeah. It‘s really sad. He was only 22. He was killed while working in Africa.

Listen again. Write C if the statement refers to Christiane, D if it refers to Dan, and B if it refers to both.

Conversation 1

What are you watching?

Oh, just the news.

Can I change the channel?

In just a minute. I want to see the end of this report.

I didn‘t know you were interested in the news.

Well, it‘s Christiane Amanpour. She‘s really great. She usually reports from London --- the city where she was born.

I don‘t know her.

She‘s an international correspondent. She goes to some really dangerous places. When there‘s a war, she‘s usually there.

Sounds scary.

Yeah. And --- get this --- she‘s a wife and mother, too.

That‘s very impressive.

Conversation 2

That‘s a strange-looking book. What is it?

It‘s the writings and photos of Dan Eldon. He was a photojournalist.

A photojournalist?

Yeah. A photographer and a journalist. He was born in London in 1970. The book tells all about his life and his dangerous adventures.

Well, the book certainly looks interesting. Has he written anything else?

He wrote a book when he was younger. Unfortunately, he won‘t be writing anything else --- he was killed.

He died?

Yeah. It‘s really sad. He was only 22. He was killed while working in Africa.

Peter is a reporter. He wants to interview the owner of a new restaurant and asks Peggy for help. Listen to their conversation.

Hello. I‘m Peter Daniels. I‘m a reporter from the Center City News.

It‘s nice to meet you, Mr. Daniels.

My name is Peggy Sims.

Hi, Peggy. I‘m looking for t he owner of the Golden Pearl Restaurant. Do you know him?

Yes. He‘s standing over there.

That tall man in the sweater?

No, that‘s an employee. The owner is the man wearing the suit.

Oh, I see him. Thanks a lot.

Listen to two people talking about where they get their news. Then ask your partner whether they get their news from the same sources. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various news sources.

1. I usually always get my news online. I use the Internet because I think it‘s a very useful tool and it‘s always up-to- date.

2. I don‘t watch TV or use the Internet, but I read the newspaper starting on the front page and going to the international section.

Listen. Maria and Joe are talking about The Daily News. Circle the correct words.

What are you reading, Maria?

The Daily News.

The News? Ugh! That‘s a terrible paper.

Oh, Joe, it‘s not so bad.

Not so bad? Look at that headline on the front page! It‘s so sensational.

Well, they‘ve got great comics. I can‘t live without my comics.

I know. But the n ews coverage is so poor, ... especially the international news. It‘s a joke, really.

I‘m not so interested in the international news. Besides, they have so many other good features. Like what?

Like… the daily horoscope, for example. I love it.

That‘s not a good reason to buy a newspaper … for the horoscope!

Look, the newspaper only costs 50 cents. What do you expect?

Good point.

Besides the horoscope, I also like the entertainment news. I like to read about the stars and their love affairs.

Well, you can ke ep The Daily News. I‘m going to stick with The Times.

Listen again. What are Maria and Joe‘s opinions about The Daily News? Check the boxes.

What are you reading, Maria?

The Daily News.

The News? Ugh! That‘s a terrible paper.

Oh, Joe, it‘s not so bad.

No t so bad? Look at that headline on the front page! It‘s so sensational.

Well, they‘ve got great comics. I can‘t live without my comics.

I know. But the news coverage is so poor, ... especially the international news. It‘s a joke, really.

I‘m not so interes ted in the international news. Besides, they have so many other good features. Like what?

Like… the daily horoscope, for example. I love it.

That‘s not a good reason to buy a newspaper … for the horoscope!

Look, the newspaper only costs 50 cents. What do you expect?

Good point.

Besides the horoscope, I also like the entertainment news. I like to read about the stars and their love affairs.

Well, you can keep The Daily News. I‘m going to stick with The Times.

Listen as John and Amy talk about a photo. Use the names in the box to label the people in the picture.

John, I‘ve never noticed this old photo of your family before.

My mother just found it in the attic. She decided to hang it up.

It‘s a nice picture of your family.

I think it‘s embarrassing. And I lo ok stupid.

Well, you could?ve combed your hair … it‘s a nice shot, though. Look at how young you are! How old were you in the photo?

Eight … no wait, I‘d just turned nine.

I guess these two people are your parents.

Yep. They were married when that picture was taken. Now they‘re divorced.

Oh. What do they do?

My father‘s retired. Mom works in a hospital.

What are their names?

Well, my father‘s name is Joseph. My mother is Olivia --- she was named after a popular actress. How great! I have an aunt with the sa me name. I love the name Olivia … Who‘s that guy?

Which one?

The guy standing behind you. Is that your brother, Tom?

No, that's my Uncle Randy. He‘s only two years older than my brother.

He‘s cute. I love a guy with a moustache.

Um, sorry, but he‘s married now. His wife just had a baby.

I was just making a comment … So the other young guy must be your brother.

Yes. That‘s Tom.

How old is he in the picture?

Let‘s see … he‘s nine years older than me, … so he would?ve been 18 then.

And there‘s your little sister, Tina. She‘s so cute!

Yeah. She‘s two years younger than me. It‘s hard to believe she‘s in high school now!

Listen again. Check the answers below.

John, I‘ve never noticed this old photo of your family before.

My mother just found it in the attic. She decided to hang it up.

It‘s a nice picture of your family.

I think it‘s embarrassing. And I look stupid.

Well, you could?ve combed your hair … it‘s a nice shot, though. Look at how young you are! How old were you in the photo?

Eight … no wait, I‘d just tur ned nine.

I guess these two people are your parents.

Yep. They were married when that picture was taken. Now they‘re divorced.

Oh. What do they do?

My father‘s retired. Mom works in a hospital.

What are their names?

Well, my father‘s name is Joseph. My mot her is Olivia --- she was named after a popular actress. How great! I have an aunt with the same name. I love the name Olivia … Who‘s that guy?

Which one?

The guy standing behind you. Is that your brother, Tom?

No, that's my Uncle Randy. He‘s only two year s older than my brother.

He‘s cute. I love a guy with a moustache.

Um, sorry, but he‘s married now. His wife just had a baby.

I was just making a comment … So the other young guy must be your brother.

Yes. That‘s Tom.

How old is he in the picture?

Let‘s see … he‘s nine years older than me, … so he would?ve been 18 then.

And there‘s your little sister, Tina. She‘s so cute!

Yeah. She‘s two years younger than me. It‘s hard to believe she‘s in high school now!

Listen to the news reports. Write the correct headline for each piece of news. Two headlines are extra.

1. A bank robbery in Virginia, USA, was stopped when the robber and the bank teller couldn‘t reach an agreement. The robber pushed a holdup note under the window, but the teller looked at it, said,‖ I can‘t read this,‖ and gave it back. The robber pushed the note through a second time. The teller crumpled the note up and threw it at the robber. He picked it up and walked out of the bank.

2. A professional ice hockey player will miss the rest of this seas on‘s games because he injured himself. National Hockey League goalie Jean-Louis Blanchard went on the injured list after he fell and seriously hurt his back. He was walking out of a restaurant in Ottawa, Canada, when he slipped on some ice.

3. The first international camel beauty contest was held last week in Alxa, in western China. More than 100 dressed-up camels entered the contest. The judges examined them for shiny hair, tall humps, and beautiful costumes. Unlike human beauty contests, though, there were no interviews with the contestants.

4. Police in Sheffield, England, arrested a 41-year-old man for stealing five cars. Graham Owens went to car dealers and said he wanted to buy a car, and borrowed a car to test-drive. Each time, he drove the car around, then cleaned it inside and washed it outside --- before leaving it at the side of the road, and walking home.

Now listen again and then fill in the blanks with information from the news.

1. A bank robbery in Virginia, USA, was stopped when the robber an d the bank teller couldn‘t reach an agreement. The robber pushed a holdup note under the window, but the teller looked at it, said,‖ I can‘t read this,‖ and gave it back. The robber pushed the note through a second time. The teller crumpled the note up and threw it at the robber. He picked it up and walked out of the bank.

2. A professional ice hockey player will miss the rest of this season‘s games because he injured himself. National Hockey League goalie Jean-Louis Blanchard went on the injured list after he fell and seriously hurt his back. He was walking out of a restaurant in Ottawa, Canada, when he slipped on some ice.

3. The first international camel beauty contest was held last week in Alxa, in western China. More than 100 dressed-up camels entered the contest. The judges examined them for shiny hair, tall humps, and beautiful costumes. Unlike human beauty contests, though, there were no interviews with the contestants.

4. Police in Sheffield, England, arrested a 41-year-old man for stealing five cars. Graham Owens went to car dealers and said he wanted to buy a car, and borrowed a car to test-drive. Each time, he drove the car around, then cleaned it inside and washed it outside --- before leaving it at the side of the road, and walking home.

Listen to the following two articles. Then write a headline for each one. Compare your headlines

with your partner.

1. Nutty news

Lulu is a kangaroo. For 10 years she has lived with the Richards family. Lulu was adopted by the family after they found her next to her dead mother.

Mr. Ken Richards is a farmer. He was working on his farm when a heavy tree branch suddenly fell on top of him.

Lulu stood next to Mr. Richards‘ body. She started barking and didn‘t leave Mr. Richards‘ side.

I‘ve never heard Lulu bark like that --- she sounded like a dog. She barked and barked and she didn‘t stop, ―said Celeste, Mr. Richards‘ daughter.

After 15 minutes, the Richards family went to investigate. They found Ken on the ground and he was unconscious.

“Lulu is a hero, ―said Celeste. ―She saved my father.‖

Mr. Middleton, an expert veterinarian, said that Lulu‘s story is rare. ―I have never seen a kangaroo act like that. Maybe lulu helped Ken Richards because the Richards family is the only family she has ever known.‖

Lulu has alwa ys followed Ken around the farm. She‘s a loyal, friendly, and very intelligent kangaroo. After Ken leaves the hospital, he is planning to go everywhere with Lulu.

2. Nutty news

Approximately 175,000 people live in the Republic of Vanuatu, an island chain east of Australia. It is a popular tourist destination because there‘s a lot to do there: you can visit waterfalls, go horseback riding, take an aerial tour, or visit a traditional Ni-Vanuatu village. Vanuatu is most famous for its scuba diving and snorkeling.

In an effort to draw attention to these popular water sports, Vanuatu has created a world‘s ―first‖: the government has opened an underwater post office. You have to be a certified scuba driver to work there. The office is three meters below the surface in an area on the outskirts of Port Vila, the capital city. So far, the post office has hired four workers. They will work in a room surrounded by the beauty of Vanuatu‘s underwater world. Customers will buy waterproof postcards on land and then drive down to the post office to receive a special waterproof stamp.

Listen again. And circle the correct words.

1. Nutty news

Lulu is a kangaroo. For 10 years she has lived with the Richards family. Lulu was adopted by the family after they found her next to her dead mother.

Mr. Ken Richards is a farmer. He was working on his farm when a heavy tree branch suddenly fell on top of him.

Lulu stood next to Mr. Richards‘ body. She started barking and didn‘t leave Mr. Richards‘ side.

I‘ve never heard Lulu bark like tha t --- she sounded like a dog. She barked and barked and she didn‘t stop, ―said Celeste, Mr. Richards‘ daughter.

After 15 minutes, the Richards family went to investigate. They found Ken on the ground and he was unconscious.

“Lulu is a hero, ―said Celeste.―She saved my father.‖

Mr. Middleton, an expert veterinarian, said that Lulu‘s story is rare. ―I have never seen a kangaroo act like that. Maybe lulu helped Ken Richards because the Richards family is the only family she has ever known.‖

Lulu has always followed Ken around the farm. She‘s a loyal, friendly, and very intelligent kangaroo. After Ken leaves the hospital, he is planning to go everywhere with Lulu.

2. Nutty news

Approximately 175,000 people live in the Republic of Vanuatu, an island chain east of Australia. It is a popular tourist destination because there‘s a lot to do there: you can visit waterfalls, go horseback riding, take an aerial tour, or visit a traditional Ni-Vanuatu village. Vanuatu is most famous for its scuba diving and snorkeling.

In an effort to draw attention to these popular water sports, Vanuatu has created a world‘s ―first‖: the government has opened an underwater post office. You have to be a certified scuba driver to work there. The office is three meters below the surface in an area on the outskirts of Port Vila, the capital city. So far, the post office has hired four workers. They will work in a room surrounded by the beauty of Vanuatu‘s underwater world. Customers will buy waterproof postcards on land and then drive down to the post office to receive a special waterproof stamp.

In the news

Global viewpoints

Jobs in the news

I think working in the media is a very glamorous job. A person gets to travel quite a bit, and they also get a chance to tell people stories that may not be told otherwise.

I think that a really boring job would be being a --- an editor or a critic, because it‘s not very creative. I think the most fun job would be being an international correspondent, because you get to travel a lot, and see a lot of new things.

I don‘t think news anchors have the greatest job in the world --- um --- and I think it‘s really funny when they mess up on TV.

I don‘t feel that working in the media industry is very glamorous. I had a friend who was a cameraman --- or an assistant --- and she would have to research for sixty, seventy hours for a story that never ever made it.

News sources

I usually always get my news online. I use the Internet because I think it‘s a very useful tool and it‘s always up-to-date.

I get my ne ws from the Internet, because it‘s the most accessible media --- around me at least. And I find it extremely uncomfortable to be carrying a huge newspaper. I can‘t turn the pages that well.

I get my news from the Internet and from TV. From TV, I get it like --- firsthand, like somebody‘s reading the news to me, and I like that feeling.

I don‘t watch TV or use the Internet, but I read the newspaper starting on the front page and going to the international section.

Next, I‘ll look at the sports page and see h ow my teams are doing.

Then I go on to the regional news to find out what‘s going on in my area. And I always save the comics for last, including my horoscope, because that‘s the funpart.

City living

What are you waiting for?

So, what are today‘s headline s?

I don‘t know. I‘m reading the important stuff like my horoscope and the entertainment section.

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Unit 1-Conversation 1**（1）Janet: So this is the Cherwell Boathouse — it's lovely! And look at those people punting! It looks quite easy. Mark: I'm not so sure about that! Janet, there's something Kate and I wanted to discuss with you. Some people in college are organizing charity events this term. We've decided to get involved. Janet: Raising money for charity Right. In China, people raise money for charity but students don't usually do that. Mark: Students often do that here. Anyway, we're thinking of doing sponsored punting. Janet: Sponsored punting! What's that Kate: Sponsoring is when people pay you to do something — like run a long distance. So people would be sponsoring students to punt. Janet: What a great idea! I'd love to join you! Mark: That's why we're telling you about it. So that's decided then. Let's make a list of things we need to do. Kate: I'll do that. One of the first things we should do is choose the charity. Mark: Yes. And choose a day for the event. And we need to design the sponsorship form. I've got one here. Kate: That looks fine, but we must change the wording. Who wants to do that Mark: I'll do that. What have we got so far Kate: Choose a charity. Also a day for the event. Change the wording on the sponsorship form... Um ...

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Uint1 II. Basic Listening Practice M: I’m beside myself with joy. I’m so lucky. Guess what? I’ve won a lit of money in the lottery. W: Yeah? Well, you do know that money is the root of all evil, right? Q: What does the woman mean? W: Mary was furious. Her son wrecked up her car. M: He shouldn’t have driven a car without a driver’s license. He‘s still taking driving lesson. Q: What do we know about Mary’s son? 3.M: Susan, I hear you’re going to marry that guy. Some people think you’ll regret it. W: Is that so? Only time tell. Q: What does the woman imply? 4. M: Mary, I just want to say how sorry I was to learn of your mother’s passing. I know how close you two were? W: Thank you. It was so sudden. I’M still in a state of shock I don’t know what to do. Q: Which of following is true? 5. W: I get furious at work when my opinions aren’t considered just because I’m a woman. M: You should air your view more emphatically and demand that your vice be heard. Q: What is the woman complaining about? Keys: 1.C 2.B 3. D 4.A 5.D III.Listening in Task 1.What a clumsy man! Maria: Jack, can you help me move this heavy box? Jack: No problem, Maria. Here let me lift this end... Oops! Maria: Ouch! My foot! Come on, can't you be a little more cautious? Jack: I'm so sorry. It was an accident. No need to be furious! Maria: You're always so clumsy, Jack. I'm really losing my patience with all the stupid mistakes you make around the office. Jack: Calm down, Maria; I'll certainly be more careful next time. This was just an accident. Maria: If you aren't more careful, then next time someone could be badly hurt. Oh, look! The glass in the box is all broken now. Mr. Johnson is going to fly into a rage. Jack: Oh no! What can I do to keep him from hitting the roof? Maria: Well, you can begin by helping me clean up the mess and then honestly tell

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Unit 6-Conversation 1 Janet: What are you reading, Kate Kate:Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll. Do you know it Janet: I've heard of it, yes, but I've never read it. It's a 19th century children's story, isn't it K a te: That's right. It's very famous. It's set in Oxford. It starts with this young girl sitting on a river bank. The interesting thing is, the author, Lewis Carroll, he was an Oxford professor and he used to have tea with the girl's family on this river bank. Ja net: Oh, that's fascinating! I'll put it into my diary. Kate: Is that what you're writing I know you've been keeping a diary all the year. Janet: It's been a great year. I've had such a good time — so lucky to have Mark and Kate as friends. Feel I've been doing well with work. Much happier about asking questions in tutorials. Janet: My screen's gone dark. Mark: You're using the battery, remember. It's run out, obviously. Janet: It can't be the battery. It's still charged. Oh no it's still black. Oh dear, I hope it's nothing serious. I haven't backed anything up recently. Kate: That's not like you, Janet. Janet:I know, but I lost my memory stick. I really should have backed things up. How stupid of me not to do that! Supposing I've lost everything! Mark: Let me take a look. The power is still on. And also the operating system still seems to be working ... I think it has to be the graphics card ... But maybe that's not the problem ... Janet: If only I'd backed things up! Kate: Relax, Janet! We'll take it to the computer shop this afternoon. I'm sure it'll be OK. Janet: I hope so. Unit 6-Conversation 2 Janet: Tell me about Alice in Wonderland. Kate: I tell you what, I'll read it to you. Kate: Alice was beginning to get very tired of sitting by her sister on the bank and having nothing to do: Once or twice, she had peeped into the book her sister was reading, but it had no pictures or conversations in it, "and what is the use of a book," thought Alice, "without pictures or conversation" So she was considering in her own mind (as well as she could, for the hot day made her feel very sleepy and stupid) ... Janet: Kate, Mark, where are you going You've got my laptop! Kate: It's all right, Janet, we're taking it to the computer shop. We'll be back soon. Mark: It's not like Janet to forget to back up her work. Kate: She should have been more careful. Janet: It was stupid of me, I know! Stupid, stupid! Janet: Oh! It was a dream! What a relief! Kate: You were talking in your sleep. Janet: What was I saying Kate: "Stupid, stupid." M ark: I've sorted out your computer. Janet: Have you Oh, thank goodness! What was the problem Mark:It was the graphics card, as I predicted ... Janet: Is that what it was! I'm so relieved! Thanks, Mark. Kate: He's great, isn't he Janet: Yes. So are you, Kate. Kate: You're such a good friend. Unit 6-Outside view Computers are a very important part of our lives. They tell us about delays to transport. They drive trains, analyze evidence and control buildings. Did you know that 60 per cent of homes in Britain have got a PC (a personal computer) For many young people, playing computer games is their favorite way of spending spare time. Computers are a very important part of most areas of life in Britain-libraries, the police and in school. But they are becoming more important in our homes as well. They’ll even control the way we live-in “smart homes” or computer-controlled houses. The smart home is now a real possibility. It will become very common. A central computer will adjust the temperature, act as a burglar alarm and switch on lights, ready for you to come back home. And of course you will be able to give new instructions to the computer from your mobile phone. So if your plans change, your home will react to match. Many homes have got lots of televisions and several computers. The smart home will provide TV and Internet sockets in every room, so you’ll be able to do what you want whenever you want. If the temperature outside changes, the smart home will adjust the temperature levels inside. The computer will also close the blinds when it gets dark or to stop so much sun from entering a room. And if you want to eat when you get home, the computer will turn the oven on for you! Are computers taking over our lives In a survey, 44 per cent of young people between 11 and 16 said their PC was a trusted friend. Twenty per cent said they were happier at their computer than spending time with family or friends. Another survey found that people in Britain spend so much time on the phone, texting and reading emails that they no longer have time for conversation. What do you think about that Unit 6-Listening in

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