TECHNOLOGY Listening Activity
A. Listen to the advertisements and take notes on which product you would buy or use.
B .Re-listen and complete the grid.
1. Name “Compubeauty” 2.Name: ___________________________________
Purpose -_________________________________ Purpose: ___________________________________
Price ____________________________________ Price _______________________________________
Contact: _________________________________ Contact N/A
3. Name _”Pengo……______________________ 4. Name: _”__________________________________
Purpose _________________________________ Purpose ____________________________________
Price _________________________________ Price _N/A
Contact ________________________________ Contact _____________________________________
C. Re-listen to the CD and correct the wrong statements.
1.Teenscape Hi Tech Shopping
a)suits best those who want to find a partner.
b)tells you the most suitable style for you.
c) Only until the end of the month will we get a special offer.
d) Vouchers giving you 50 percent discount on all clothes .
2.Personal robot 3.Pengo Watch____________
a)helps you organise your homework. a)It can be used as a remote control for TVs and DVDs
b)weighs 2 kilograms b)Gives you a weekly forecast.
c) removes books and objects from the floor c)It warns you if teachers/parents are close.
d)Only bought on catalogue d)You’ll get a free ticket if you order before 31st of March.
4.Intelligent clothing 5. Superbike
a) It repairs itself a) is made from very light material.
b)Smart colour changes up to 5 choices. b) It fits in most school bags
c) doesn’t need ironing c)is available in 4 colours
d) Can be bought in many shops d)helps you come back home.
D. What do you remember? Which item(s) would be bought/used by
:1 somebody travelling n different climates?
2-A person who wants to know when grown-ups are nearby?
3..Someone interested in looking good. 4. A forgetful person?
TAPESCRIPT
Teenscape Hi Tech Shopping Change your image
-A fast, reliable services provided for the young man or woman who wants to make an impression.
Compubeauty uses the latest technology to help …you change your whole life painlessly and inexpensively! Compubeauty uses computer imaging techniques to let you see which hairstyle is right for you. Experiment with make up to see what colours suit you. “Try on” different styles of clothing t0 see how you could look- without paying for expensive mistakes. For a one hour appointment with one of our experts you will get personal and professional attention ; Computer printouts …of your final choices.
Special discounts on all hair and beauty productsVouchers giving you 15% discount on all clothes in any of our …Compubeauty shops
Just bring 2 recent photos a closeup shot of your face and and a full length one Phone us on 0207-9846002 Immediately for an appointment Special offer until the end of the month only 50 pounds!
Personal Robot Make your parents and teachers happy!
Are you having problems finishing your homework on time? Do you avoid tidying your room until your mum shouts at you? You don’t need to worry if you buy a Mr Helping Hand personal robot. Mr H can be programmed to organise your homework and can help you do the work faster. Your own personal robot will follow you around, putting away books and objects that are left lying on the floor or bed. Mr H has also got the following features: weighs only 3 kgs.; long life batteries, a 5-year guarantee; remembers simple instructions.
Originally sold for 229 pounds now only 150 pounds. You can buy your personal robot from all branches of Spark Electrics.
Pengo watch control
This is a watch that James Bond would be proud to wear!. This is not a watch for ordinary people. Your electronic Pengo watch control acts as a remote control for TVs and DVDs. Sets off a silent warning alarm when parents or teachers are near …. Gives you A daily weather forecast, reminds you when to hand in your homework; This amazing electronic watch has also got a security code lock In addition to all this your Pengo watch control will always tell you the time accurately ! … Special introcdutory price of 61,99 Pounds including a 5 -year guarantee. Order before the of 1st March and you will be sent 2 free tickets to the latest James Bond film showing at your nearest cinema. D etails on 0800-641853
Smart wear.
Wear and Tea’sr exciting new range of intelligent clothing is a must for all teenager s .
Choose from-up -to -the minute designs. Using the latest technology, our new lightweight clothes come with the following features:
automatic repair of any tears or holes; One size to fit everybody (material adjusts to all sizes). Smart colour changes needs ironing. up to 4 choices) when you press the electronic chip built into the label; Material adapts to outside and body temperatures to provide maximum comfort Wear and Tear’s clothes don’t need ironing so mums will like them, too. Available only by mail order Delivery is guaranteed within 3 days of receiving orders Prices include postage and packaging. Telephone for catalogue 01921-684848 (24 hour customer service)
Supa bike
This cool bike is guaranteed to make your friends green with envy ! Super bike electronic is an amazing product using the latest technology for bikes and cars. Made from super light weight material It weighs only 2 kilograms! Not only that it folds up to a size that will fit in the average school bag. Just imagine going to school, getting off your bike, folding it up and putting it into your bag ! Your friends will be amazed Supabike’s intelligent power system will help you cycle up hills without getting out of breath. The easy –to-use software guarantees that you will never get lost.. Supa bike has a built-in homing device that will allow you to get back home safely from wherever you are. Available in flashy red sporty green and electric blue. Special price of 999,0 pounds includescarrying cover and smart accessories . Come and inspect the bike and go for a test ride in our main shop Wolton High Street.
From Link Up, intermediate, Thomson, Heinle pg 102, 103.
Key
A. Personal Opinion
B.1.Purpose: To make an impression 2. Mr H
Price Pounds 50,0 Organise your homework/do it faster
Contact 0207-9846002 Now Pounds 150,0
3.Name: Pengo Watch Control 4. Wear and Tear
Purpose: To remind you It adapts to weather, person(…)
Price: 61,99 N/A
Contact 0200-641853 Contact 01921-684848
C.1.a) F those who want to make an impression.d) is false : 15%
2.b) is F 2 Kilograms d) is fakse It canbe bought in Spark Electrics
3.b) is false (daily) 4 b) is False 4 choices dFalse: It can be bought through catalogue.
5 c) 3 colours
D. 1. Smart Wear 2.Pengo watch control 3 Compubeauty 4. Pengo Watch/Superbike