Mindset for IELTS - Level 2 (Unit 07: Education Systems)


Technical terms or explanations can be given using these methods:

  • footnote
  • an explanation in the text
  • an explanation given by the surrounding context.

16. How were the words explained in the text?
lever ribbon carriage return lever

lever:
ribbon:
carriage return lever:

17. Read this short text explaining how the modern computer works and answer the question which follows.

INPUT

The mouse and keyboard are input units: ways of getting information into your computer. Most computers store all this information on a hard drive (a huge magnetic memory). However, smaller computer-based devices like digital cameras and mobile phones use other kinds of storage, such as flash memory cards.

PROCESSING

The computer's processor, also known as the central processing unit, is a microchip* buried deep inside. As it is used it becomes incredibly hot and a fan prevents the computer from overheating.

OUTPUT

Many computers now have LCD screens, capable of displaying high-resolution graphics, such as very clear and detailed photographs. Many computers also have loudspeakers and can be connected to a printer.
*microchip - a very small part of a computer or machine that does calculations or stores information

How were words explained in the text: by footnote, explanation in the text or explanation given by surrounding context?

a

b

c

d

a. hard drive
b. flash memory cards		 c. high-resolution
d. microchip

18. Using your understanding.of the text, complete this diagram. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the text for each answer.

1.       2.       3.

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