Midyear exam - 9

Read the words in transcription, then write them down:

[hju:'milieit]

Read the words in transcription, then write them down:

['mi:diә]

Read the words in transcription, then write them down:

[sә’saiәti]

Read the text and choose the appropriate variants (a-d) to complete the statement:

1. The Internet came to existence ____.

Since its first appearance some decades ago, the Internet has dramatically changed our lives. Yet, it has also brought a lot of debate about its advantages and disadvantages. Many arguments have been given to prove that this kind of mass media is the fastest, the cheapest, most convenient, in other words, the most effective of all. Few people can doubt the fact.

• ten years ago

• in the 21st century

• some time ago

• about ten years ago

Read the text and choose the appropriate variants (a-d) to complete the statement:

2. Most people ____ the fact that the Internet facilitates our access to different information.

Now no one can deny that due to the Internet people in modern society do have easy access to the latest news, to the information that has been hidden from many of us. The worlds of trade, economy, as well as the worlds of science, culture, sports and entertainment have got a channel through which they can share their achievements, discuss their victories and defeats. The speed of this technology is incredible. You can get the necessary data in practically no time, though there is, certainly, a lot of information in the world that is not open to the public. Equally important the Internet is in the field of advertising and shopping. Customers nowadays can easily deliver transactions from home with the help of a computer and make a payment by using the Internet banking service.

• disagree with

• approve of

• are not sure of

• admit

Read the text and match it with the correct title:

The Internet has lots of users. It has lately become extremely popular and is being applied by people of all ages and professions. With its help, you can easily get the information you need for academic studies as well as for other purposes, shopping, for example. Besides you can get in touch with your friends in no time and socialize as long as you like. The Internet is also a source of entertainment. You can play games, and download films and music either for free or at a very low price.

• The Internet and Shopping

• A Habit Leading to Isolation

• A Threat to Firms and Companies

• The Possibilities of the Net

• Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet

Read the text and match it with the correct title:

When you work on the computer, you are aware of all these advantages. But have you ever thought that for some people the same things may lead to great problems? Instead of going out to meet friends and relatives, such individuals prefer to stay at home and sit before their computers for hours often just wasting time. These people have little or no exercise and some of them even develop computer dependence. They prefer to chat online and have difficulties in real communication often leading to loneliness and psychological problems.

• The Internet and Shopping

• A Habit Leading to Isolation

• A Threat to Firms and Companies

• The Possibilities of the Net

• Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet

Read the text and match it with the correct title:

Thus we have to agree that the world of the Internet is not so perfect as it seems to be and as the advertisements say. It is true that on the Net the latest news and the information you need is available to you when you are at home at any time. This is very convenient and fast. But with so much information available, it can take you quite a while to find what you really need. Besides there is so much advertising instead of real facts and true information. On the other hand, online shopping helps to save both time and money but often leads to the result you did not expect.

• The Internet and Shopping

• A Habit Leading to Isolation

• A Threat to Firms and Companies

• The Possibilities of the Net

• Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet

Read the text and match it with the correct title:

Nevertheless, millions of people enjoy using the Internet. It's real fun to play computer games, to find new friends and to chat with old ones. But these are not the things people should do during their working hours. Yet, many Internet users do them. Computers have been installed in a great number of offices and it is next to impossible to make sure that all people there use their time properly. However, we all understand that modern life is not possible without the Internet.

• The Internet and Shopping

• A Habit Leading to Isolation

• A Threat to Firms and Companies

• The Possibilities of the Net

• Advantages and Disadvantages of the Internet

Choose and circle the appropriate word(s) to complete the sentences.

The music sounds too loud. Could you, please, turn (up/ down) the radio?

• up

• down