- •Investigating Search Engines Active vocabulary
- •1. Use the text above to write in the third column an appropriate synonym for the words given in the second one. Then complete the sentences with the most suitable words.
- •2. Using information from the text, complete these statements.
- •3. Match the statements on the left with the suitable definitions on the right.
- •4. Read the text and then write the correct form of the word in capitals to complete the gaps. The first is done.
- •5. To simplify your search make a search decision.
- •6. Decide which search engine is the best for each case.
- •7. Choose the correct term from the list, and write it in the blank. Not all the terms are used.
- •8. Translate the following sentences into English.
- •Imagine you've been asked to use the Web to research Alan Emtage’s creation of the first search engine. Complete the spaces below with required information.
- •1. Underline the correct words.
- •2. Find the mistakes and correct them. If there is no mistake, say ‘right’.
- •3. Write a new sentence with the same meaning containing the word in capitals.
1. Underline the correct words.
Environmentalists and conservationists tell us that there are ways that each of us can help to very reduce/greatly reduce our impact on the planet. We can work hard/hardly work to conserve energy and we can invest in equipment to help us create our own power. People say often/often say that they want to save the planet, but the only way to do this is to take immediately action/take action immediately. It is really important/important really for individuals to responsibly act/act responsibly and try to reduce their contribution to greenhouse gases. There are several ways we can do this. For example there are mini wind turbines that you can install easily/easily can install on your roof as well as very efficient solar panels that work good/work well all year round to provide electricity. But if this is all too expensive, there are other ways to conserve energy that actually save you money. In cooler weather, simply keep the heat inside safely/safely inside by closing doors after you so that the warmth doesn’t escape. It is absolutely essential/very essential that we all take this seriously and do our best to lead a more sustainable life.
2. Find the mistakes and correct them. If there is no mistake, say ‘right’.
‘Please get a move on!’ shouted Trevor impatient.
I believe she is a very lonely woman.
I didn’t like his plan, which seemed unnecessary complicated to me.
I’m sure you could win the match if you tried hardly.
I have an awful headache, so could you please be quiet.
Soraya’s only been in France a year, but she speaks perfectly French.
The reason Bruce gets so tired is that he has an exceptional demanding job.
My mother was very ill last year, but she’s good enough to go on holiday now.
David ran as fast as he could but he still arrived late.
In spite of the fact that Jean always says she’s short of money, I happen to know she actually has a very good-paid job.
3. Write a new sentence with the same meaning containing the word in capitals.
e.g. I really do understand how you feel. QUITE
I quite understand how you feel.
Nobody came to the party, which was unfortunate. UNFORTUNATELY
I didn't find the match very exciting. RATHER
The decision was disastrous from a financial point of view. FINANCIALLY
We really didn't expect this result. ENTIRELY
Mrs. Bums has agreed to provide sandwiches, which is kind of her. KINDLY
This printer is of no use at all! COMPLETELY
I can't see the end of the road very well! HARDLY
The answer is as obvious as it could be. PERFECTLY
H's logical to suppose that the missing money must be in this room. LOGICALLY