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21. Retell the text “E-book readers”.
Use the following phrases and the summarizing techniques.
| First At the beginning In the first part In the introduction | the author the reporter the reader | argues writes states points out explains mentions is informed | That what why | |
| The text | presents | the latest research into/on a complicated analysis of a fresh view about/on a survey of | ||
| outlines | the results of a survey | conducted/ carried out | to determine/ to discover |
Summarizing techniques.
1) Identify key words (nouns and verbs) in a single sentence (what is the sentence about?).
2) Identify key words (nouns, verbs and adjectives) in a single paragraph (what is the paragraph about?).
3) Identify the topic sentence:
a) Identify the topic (1-2 words)
b) Define a main idea of the paragraph (a 4-8 word sentence)
4) Find supporting and specific details (подробности) in a paragraph.
Remember!
The topic sentence contains the main idea of a paragraph. It tells what the rest of the sentences will be about. It can be the first sentence, the last sentence, the first and last sentence, in the middle, or the topic may be implied (подразумеваемый, невыраженный). If a main idea is inferred (предполагаемый) in a paragraph, look at a title. It will tell what the text is about.
22. Make up your own dialogue between a sales assistant and a customer. Use the following phrases.
Language for a customer:
I want...
I need to...
I'd like to...
It's not very convenient only...
It's important for me to...
Language for a sales assistant:
What I'd recommend is...
I'd go for …
It would be worth getting…
You should get...
You could try...
23. Read and learn the following phrases necessary to conclude a text.
| In the end Finally At last The final part/ section As a conclusion Summing up his / her thoughts | the author the writer the journalist the reporter the scientist | emphasizes concludes finds the solution adds/stresses/emphasizes pretends hints | that what why if |
| In conclusion, the author admits/contrasts/demonstrates how... The author reaches the following conclusion... Overall, I should highlight that... I share this opinion…. In my opinion … To my mind … From my point of view … |
24. Learn the following dialogue between a sales assistant (S) and a customer (C).
S – Hello, how can I help you?
C – Hi, I'd like to buy a new computer. But there are so many types. It is hard for me to choose. Can you help me with that please?
S – Sure, first, I would like you to answer a few questions. Do you prefer a desktop computer, laptop or tablet?
C – I don't know, really, what is the difference between them?
S – Well, tablets are portable and have touch-sensitive screen, whereas desktop computers have keyboards or touch-pads.
C – Touch-sensitive screen? What does it mean?
S – It's kind of a virtual keyboard. It means that you will use your fingers when typing in.
C – WOW, it sounds amazing.
S – What kinds of tasks do you need to do on your PC?
C – Well, I usually watch movies, surf the Web, play computer games and read a lot of books.
S – Good! It means that a tablet computer is ideal for your needs whereas a desktop computer or laptop are needed for other types of programs.
C – Good! I really need it for those tasks. My old PC opened programs very slowly. What about a tablet computer?
S – It definitely works faster, since tablets use solid-state drives. Whereas desktop computers use hard disk drives which are less durable than solid-state ones.
C – Cool! You know I am a student and it is very important for me to be able to carry it with me easily every day.
S – So in this case a tablet is perfect for you. It's lighter than a laptop and a desktop computer.
C – Great, because it is not very convenient only being able to access my files at home. So I want a tablet then. But I need to choose the right tablet.
S – Sure, There are several types of tablets with different operating systems. For example, iOS or Android are the most common types of them. What would you prefer?
C – I am not sure I know the difference between them. Can you explain it to me please?
S – Sure. Most Android-based tablets are produced by Samsung, a Korean company whereas iOS-based devices are made by Apple. Apple devices provide you with less free applications than Samsung ones do. So I'd go for Samsung tablet.
C – I'd like to buy Samsung tablet then. I wonder what other features I can find on tablet computers?
S – All the tablets are Wi-Fi- and 3G-enabled.
C – Awesome/Cool! By the way, I have heard that tablets do not have a lot of ports. Is it true?
S – Unfortunately, it is true, but they do have Bluetooth, that can allow you to connect any peripheral device wirelessly.
C – Great! What model would you recommend?
S – Well, this one is the latest and have all the features you need for your tasks. So it would be worth getting Samsung ST530.
C – Cool! I'll take it. Thank you for your help.
S – You are welcome.
25. Learn the dialogue between a sales assistant and a customer.
S – Hello, how can I help you?
C – I need some suggestions on updating my mobile technology.
S – Can you tell me what you use at the moment? I am sure I'll be able to recommend something appropriate.
C – Well, I am a technology student. I've got an old desktop computer and GSM phone. The problem is that I'm on the move so much. It's not very convenient only being able to access my information when I am at my dormitory. And it is impossible for me to carry my PC every day.
S – Oh, I see. What kinds of tasks do you need to be able to do when you are away from home?
C – Well, I want the basic functionality of my phone and desktop computer. I want to make and receive voice calls and voice mail. I send and receive emails all the time and sometimes I need to be able to read the attachments. I also need to download large files for my studies. I would also like to update my calendar on a daily basis. I usually watch movies, surf the Internet, read books online and play computer games. I'd like to be able to do all these things on the move.
S - OK, well, what I'd recommend is that you have a hand-held device such as a smartphone. How much weight do you want to carry around?
C – I don't mind carrying around something a bit heavier as long as I can do everything I need to do.
S – How often do you create documents when you are on the move?
C - I often have to create or amend documents or presentations when I am on the move, that's important to me.
S – So I'd go for Super Mob 360 phone which is GSM- and GPRS-enabled for voice, data, and location-based services. It acts as a PDA and a mobile phone. It's also Wi-Fi and 4G- enabled, So you can surf the Net whenever you want.
C – It's fantastic! What else can I do with it?
S -You can use your fingers when typing in since most smartphones have touch screens. Not only can they provide you with phone calls but also they can run a lot of applications. So you can find it useful in your studies and game playing.
C – It's wonderful. But can I use a physical keyboard?
S – Sure. Some smartphones do have physical keyboards. Would you like to buy one?
C – I wouldn't. Can I have a smartphone with touch screen, but use a peripheral device if I want to later?
S – Of course. Super Mob 360 is Bluetooth-enabled, so you can connect any peripheral device wirelessly.
C – 'Wow, that sounds great! I'd like to buy this smartphone please.
S – Great! I'll check on the system to see if we have it in stock. One second please. Yeah, we have it in stock. Go to a checkout. I'll bring it to you in a minute.
C – Thank you for your help.
S - You are welcome.
