6 Complete the text with one word in each gap.

New words, same language

As with most languages, the English language 1  constantly developing as a result of changes occurring around the world, particularly to do with technology and forms of social communication.

2            you were to try and find a list of new words from the current year, you would be likely 3            find many you have 4            heard of, simply because there are so many new words being created. Do you know, for example, what an earworm is? And has anyone 5            called you an infomaniac or said you have a tech neck? Let’s hope not.

An earworm, just 6            you know, is a tune or song that gets stuck in your head and keeps repeating itself over and over again. What about an infomaniac? Surely you can guess this one. Well, it actually refers to someone who 7            always checking and responding to emails and text messages. I’m sure most people can think 8            someone like this if they try. And then there’s tech neck. Could you work out 9            that means? It’s hardly a compliment as it refers to the wrinkles and lines around the neck that are caused by frequently looking down at phones, tablets, etc. So, next time you meet up with a friend and they’re 10            interested in checking their emails than talking to you, you could teach them 11            few new words to get the conversation started.

13 Read the article and complete the gaps with paragraph headings a–f.

1    b   These days, identity theft through the internet is a very real danger. While some people are cautious about the websites they use and the information they share, others are not.

2         The criminals who target us know exactly what they are looking for. They also have a very clear idea of how they will use our information. The biggest problem is that we don’t understand exactly what information they are trying to find. Perhaps if we did, we’d be more careful when using the internet.

3         So, what can we do to keep our identity safe online? Well, the first piece of advice would be to install anti-virus software on the equipment you are using and to make sure it’s kept up-to-date.

4         Second, it’s important to create new passwords for different websites. Never use the same one for two sites or purposes, especially the one which accesses your main email account.

5         Remember also to only use secure online sites when you shop online and to use public wi-fi with extreme caution. People don’t realise that when they’re using this, it is incredibly easy for hackers to access their data. You should only use wi-fi hotspots* for things you don’t mind being public.

6         So, the next time you’re about to do some online banking or type in a password for a social networking site, stop and think. Ask yourself if you really want all the information you’re about to share to go public.

* a physical location giving wireless internet access

a) Diversify access            d) Remember where you are

b) A modern threat            e) Public vulnerability

c) Discriminate thieves      f) Protect your equipment

14   Read the article again. Underline True (T) or False (F).

1 People are becoming more careful about
how they use the internet.                             T / F

2 People don’t know what these criminals
want so they don’t consider the dangers.      T / F

3 Regular updates are optional if you want
to keep anti-virus software effective.           T / F

4 Don’t worry if you use the same password
 for a few less important sites.                      T / F

5 Using wi-fi hotspots will help make your
information accessible to everyone.             T / F

6 It’s a good idea to always consider what
information you are sharing with everyone.  T / F