- •Topic: computer hardware
- •4. Match these words from the text (1-9) with the correct meanings (a-I).
- •5. Using the diagram in Ex. 3 speak about computer hardware.
- •6. In pairs, answer these questions and then report to the class.
- •7.Read the text below and then answer these questions.
- •What is inside a pc system?
- •8. Make notes about the features of the computer that you would most like to have. Think about the features in the box.
- •2. Label the pictures of input devices (a-l) with their names (1-12).
- •3. Each text describes one of these devices: trackball, joystick, light pen, scanner. Identify the device each text describes. Write your answers in the gaps.
- •4. Listen to a computer technician describing three input devices. Write which input devices he is talking about.
- •5. A) Study how to describe functions and features of devices.
- •6. In pairs, choose one of these input devices and describe its functions and features. Try to guess which device your partner is describing.
- •7. The keyboard: Label the picture of a standard keyboard with the groups of keys (1-5).
- •8. Match the descriptions (1-8) with the names of the keys (a-h).Then find them on the keyboard.
- •9. Read this passage about a computer mouse. Fill in the gaps with the verbs from the list.
- •Mouse actions
- •10. Ask your partner 5 questions about a computer mouse.
- •11. A) Listen to an interview with Anne Simpson, an expert in voice input technologies and tick (✓) the features she mentions.
- •12. In groups, discuss these questions.
- •Theme: output devices
- •1. In pairs discuss these questions.
- •2. A) Complete these definitions with words from the box. Then read the text below and check your answers.
- •How screen displays work
- •Display technologies
- •3. Choosing the right display device:
- •4. In pairs, discuss which of the display devices you would most like to own. Give reasons for your choice.
- •5. Choosing a printer. Answer the question:
- •1) How many types of printers can you think of? Make a list.
- •6. Read the text and complete the table below.
- •8. Read and translate the article below. Fill in the table below:
- •9. Find words in the article with the following meanings:
- •11. Choosing the right printer
- •Grammar
- •§1. Предлоги места и направления (Prepositions of place and movement)
- •§2. Страдательный залог (Passive Voice)
- •Vw cars are made in Germany.
4. Listen to a computer technician describing three input devices. Write which input devices he is talking about.
1) __________________ 2) _____________________ 3) ______________________
5. A) Study how to describe functions and features of devices.
HELP BOX: Describing functions
for+ gerund:This is a device for controlling the cursor and selecting items on the screen.
used + to+ infinitive:It's used to control
relative pronoun + verb: This is a device which controls ...
relative pronoun + used + to+ infinitive:This is a device which/that is used to control .
work by+ gerund:It works by detecting light from the computer screen.
Describing features
We can describe features like this:
An optical mouse has an optical sensor instead of a ball underneath.
It usually features two buttons and a wheel.
You can connect it to a USB port.
A wireless mouse works/operates without cables.
It allowsthe user toanswer multiple-choice questions and...
b)Look at the HELP BOX and then use the notes below to write a description of the Sony PlayStation 3 controller.
Sony PlayStation 3 controller
Functions
control video games
hold it with both hands, use thumbs to handle directional sticks and face buttons
Features
six-axis sensing system (capable of sensing motion in six directions: up, down, left, right, forwards and backwards)
wireless controller (Bluetooth)
USB mini port and cable for wired play and automatic battery charging
6. In pairs, choose one of these input devices and describe its functions and features. Try to guess which device your partner is describing.
7. The keyboard: Label the picture of a standard keyboard with the groups of keys (1-5).
Cursor control keysinclude arrow keys that move the insertion point up, down, right and left, and keys such as End, Home, Page Upand Page Down,which are used in word processing to move around a long document.
Alphanumeric keysrepresent letters and numbers, as arranged on a typewriter.
Function keysappear at the top of the keyboard and can be programmed to do special tasks.
Dedicated keysare used to issue commands or to produce alternative characters, e.g. the Ctrl key or the Altkey.
A numeric keypadappears to the right of the main keyboard. The Num Lockkey is used to switch from numbers to editing keys.
8. Match the descriptions (1-8) with the names of the keys (a-h).Then find them on the keyboard.
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aarrrow keys breturn/enter cCaps Lock dshift etab fspace bar gbackspace hCtrl |