2. Choose from the sentences a – g the one which fits each gap (1 – 6). Remember, there is one extra sentence you do not need to use.

A. Using a microwave for cooking a large food mass is difficult due to limited penetration of microwaves.

B. This can be overcome by leaving the food to stand for a few minutes when cooking is completed.

C. It is advised that the water should be poured slowly into another container that already contains the powder.

D. In this way, buying a microwave oven with a turntable ensure the food is cooked throughout.

E. Conversely the microwaves do not heat glass, ceramic and plastic containers.

F. If the microwaves are not absorbed inside the oven, the oven can be damaged by electrical arcs and overheating of the microwave source.

G. When water in that state is disturbed, it can suddenly and unexpectedly boil violently.

UNIT 6 SHOPPING

Level A 2

Reading clothing labels

1. Look at the clothing labels.

2. Answer the questions.

Garment A Garment B	1. Which garment can be washed in the washing machine?	* Garment A. * Garment B. * Both garments.
	2. Is it OK to wash the jeans in hot water?	* No, it isn’t. * Yes, it is. * No information given.
	3. Which garment is larger?	* Garment A. * Garment B. * Both garments are the same size.
	4. Which garment was made in the United States?	* Garment A. * Garment B. * Both garments.
	5. Which garment must be dry-cleaned?	* Garment A. * Garment B. * Both garments.
	6. Is it OK to put the dress in a dryer?	* No, it isn’t. * Yes, it is. * No information given.
	7. Which store sells these two garments?	* Wal-Mart. * Target. * No information given.
	8. Which garment is made of a natural fabric?	* Garment A. * Garment B. * Both garments.
	9. Which garment is made of a synthetic fabric?	* Garment A. * Garment B. * Both garments.
	10. Which garment can not be bleached?	* Garment A. * Garment B. * Neither garment.

Home comfort division

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Introduction: A humidifier is a machine that puts water into the air in a house. It is a good machine to have in a place like Colorado where the air is very dry. In the box with the humidifier is an instruction book and this Warranty paper.

The Warranty

The Bemis by Essick Air humidifier warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of retail purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the product.

Within the first 12 months from date of purchase. Essick Air will repair or replace, at its discretion, any defective part of the humidifier covered by this warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

This warranty does not cover damage resulting from misuse or abuse of the humidifier, accidents or alterations to the product, commercial use or damage during shipment. Misuse includes malfunctions caused by negligence in cleaning or parts fouled with mineral deposits due to hard-water conditions. Alterations to the product include the substitution of non-Bemis by Essick Air brand components including, but not limited to, wicks.

If service becomes necessary, take or send the product to any Bemis by Essick Air service center.

2. Choose the correct answer.

1. What is a good definition for 'warranty'?

a. Product.

b. Guarantee.

c. Problems.

d. Protection.

2. What is a good definition for 'covers'?

a. Is on top of.

b. Has information about.

c. Will fix or replace.

d. Is hiding.

3. What is a good definition for 'defects'?

a. Information about the machine.

b. Parts of the machine.

c. Problems with the machine.

d. Negative effects.

4. I bought this humidifier and gave it to my cousin. My cousin used it for 2 days but then he noticed it was defective (not working). He took it to the company to ask for a refund. According to the warranty, will the company give him a refund?

a. No, because he used it for 2 days.

b. No, the warranty is good only for the person who bought the machine.

c. Yes, because it was only used for 2 days.

d. Yes, the warranty covers defects.

5. For how long does the warranty cover the humidifier?

a. 30 days.

b. 1 year.

c. forever.

d. 12 days.

6. If the machine is defective, the company will …

a. give you a new machine.

b. give you your money back.

c. repair the part that is defective.

d. apologize.

7. Check all the situations that are covered by the warranty.

a. normal use (for example, 6 hours/day in a bedroom).

b. misuse (for example, putting gasoline in the water container).

c. using it in your house.

d. commercial use (for example, using it in a big store).

e. the person who made the machine did not do it correctly.

f. abuse (for example, if you put the machine outside in the rain).

g. problems with the materials.

8. What should I do if the machine is defective?

a. Return it to the store where I bought it.

b. Take it to the Bemis service center.

c. Call the Bemis company.

d. Complain to the manager.