Textuality » 3ASA Interacting
Ex 1 page 117
The internet as we know it today was developed in the late 1960s to enable the US military and the UD government to access each other’s computers. The first email program was created a few years later, in 1972. But the World Wide Web wasn’t set up until 1993 – with just 100 websites. The Web grew at a phenomenal rate and in 1994, Pizza Hut became the first retailer to offer online ordering. Online banking and other financial services were introduced in the same year. There are now over ten billion web pages and over a hundred thousand new ones are added each week. The Google search engine was launched in 1998 and today around a billion searches widely available in 2003 and today over a million songs are downloaded every hour. The internet is used regularly by over a billion people worldwide.
Ex 2
- Where was the 2010 World Cup held?
- When was the first text message sent?
- How often are the Olympics held?
- When and where was the bicycle invented?
- In which country is “Thanksgiving” celebrated?
- Who is the Complete English Grammar published by?
Ex 3
- It was held in South Africa.
- It was sent in 1992.
- They’re held every four years.
- It was invented in 1839 in Scotland.
- It is celebrated in the United States.
- It is published by Oxford University Press.
Ex 4
- Luckily, the fence got not blown down in the storm last night.
- I was driving too fast and I got stopped by the police.
- Not enough rubbish got recycled.
- We didn’t win the game, we got beaten 5-1.
Ex 1 page 118
- Microsoft software is used by computer users.
- The world’s first text message was sent by a phone company employee in 1992.
- My computer is being repaired at the moment.
- Most text message are sent by people aged between 14 and 25.
- A lot of music can be downloaded for free.
- Most web pages can be translated automatically.
Ex 2
- The windows are being cleaned.
- My scooter is being serviced.
- The children are being told off.
Ex 3
- A Dalì painting has been stolen.
- Twenty people has been killed in bus crash.
- The eggs must be used before 15th May.
- Ann’s flight has been delayed. She’s still in London.
- An international moonbase is going to be built by 2020.
- Oxford Museum was opened by the queen on the 28th August 2008.
Ex 1 page 120
American English spelling
Most of the spelling differences between American and British English were made shortly after American Independence in 1776. And the individual who is considered most responsible for the “Americanization” of English spelling was the lawyer, writer and fervent nationalist Noah Webster(1758-1843).
In the late 1700s, America was a new country and Webster wanted to promote an American sense of identity. Among other things, he believed that America should have its own standards of English which were different from the English of the recently-departed British colonists.
Spelling changes were the easiest aspect of the language to “Americanize” and Webster and his team of like-minded writers and academics set about initiating the revolution. Basically, “silent” letters were removed (colour-color, dialogue-dialog, etc.) and spelling was made more literal and phonetic( centre-center, grey-gray,etc.).
In 1783, Webster began publishing school textbooks and his new “American” spellings were rapidly accepted. His textbooks were in fact used in schools for the next 100 years. In 1793, Webster published New York’s first daily newspaper and in 1828 he published An American Dictionary of the English Language, which is still published today.
Ex 2
- Sunglasses were invented by Chinese about a thousand years ago.
- Most things can be bought on the internet these days.
- The modern Olympics has been held every four years since 1896.
- A manned flight to Mars is being planned by NASA.
- More than 200 million internet searches are made each day.
Ex 3
Performance halted by mobile
When a mobile phone during a performance of the History Boys at New York’s Broadhouse Theatre last night, lead actor Robert Griffiths stopped the scene and shouted at the offending audience member, “You are told to turn them off by the stage manager; he told you it was against the law. If we hear one more phone, the performance will be cancelled.” The law to which Griffiths referred is a ban on using mobiles in all theatres, museums, galleries and libraries in New York, which was passed in 2003. Violators of the law are fined $50.
Mobiles go back to the future
They can play music, connect to the internet and take photographs and videos, but today’s mobile phones are simply too complicated for many older people. In response, a new telephone has been introduced which has none of these added extras; you can make and receive calls and nothing more. The PhoneMe Simply, which was designed mainly for the over 55s, is twice the size of most of today’s mobiles and has a large screen and large buttons. Features such as battery and signal strengthexplains in words rather than by symbols, which can confuse older users. In Japan, a similar phone which went on sale last year became the fastest selling mobile this century.
Ex 4
- The glass is produced by sand.
- The Football World’s Cup 2010 was played in South Africa.
- My mobile phone has been stolen.
- Why was the meeting canceled?
- Harry Potter’s books has been written by J.K. Rowling.
Ex 5
- I was born in Monfalcone on the 31st of January in 1999.
- My mum was born in Zurigo on the 1st of September.
- My dad was born in Aversa Normanna on the 13th of June.
Pag 122
Ex 1
- Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for stand against apartheid.
The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nelson Mandela for his stand against apartheid.
- An American charity was given a $37 billion donation by the businessman Warren Buffet in 2005.
A $37 billion donation was given to an American charity by the businessman Warren Buffet in 2005.
- Zinedine Zidane was shown the red card in the 2006 World Cup Final.
The red card was shown to Zinedine Zidane in the 2006 World Cup Final.
Ex 2
- He has been offered a place to study English at Oxford University.
- We weren’t given enough time to finish the exam.
- I’m being taught French by my mother.
- The email was sent to the wrong person.
- It was sent to Alison by mistake.
Ex 3
- They has discovered life on Mars.
- You can already book seats for the first passenger trips to the Moon.
- You can’t actually see the Great Wall of China from space.
- We should eat five portions of fruit and vegetables each day.
- They are going to demolish the Leaning Tower of Pisa next year.
Ex 4
- A gene for language learning has been discovered.
They’ve discovered a gene for language learning.
- A new national sports stadium will be built next year.
They will built a new national sports stadium next year.
- The Oscars has been cancelled due to terrorist threat.
They’ve cancelled the Oscars due to terrorist threat.
Pag. 124-125
Ex 1
- It has been reportedthat humans have already set foot on Mars. It is claimed that two astronauts spent ten hours on the planet as part of a secret US mission. NASA is believed to be planning a further mission to take place next year.
- At least fifty people are believed to have died in yesterday’s fire at a shopping centre in Los Angeles. It is thought that the fire was started deliberately.
- The football world is in crisis after it was reported that last year’s World Cup final was fixed. It is claimed that the referee was paid €1 million to influence the game. Football’s governing body, FIFA, is expected to release a statement later today.
Ex 2
- As the freezing temperatures continue, it is recommended that homeowners keep their central heating on during the night.
- A prisoner has escaped from Leeds high-security prison. Jim Jones, who is serving five years for robbery, is said to be highly dangerous. It is thought that Jones escaped by jumping over the prison wall during an exercise period.
- It is hoped that Formula One driver Larry Harris will compete in next week’s Italian Grand Prix after his recent illness. The 28-year-old is said to be desperate to get back behind the wheel after being out of action for over six weeks.
- The damage caused by last week’s hurricane is believed to be much worse than expected. Now it is feared over fifty thousand homes were destroyed by the winds.
- It is understood a new operating system will be released by a leading software company next year. The software company is expected to reveal the name of the operating system on its website at midnight tonight.
Ex 3
- They say Bill Gates is the richest man in the world.
Bill Gates is supposed to be the richest man in the world.
- They say the Japanese diet is good for you.
Japanese diet is supposed to be good for you.
- They say English is an easy language to learn.
English is supposed to be an easy language to learn.
Pag. 126-127
Ex 1
- He’s fixed his computer.
- She’s painting her nails.
- She’s having her bags searched.
- He’s going to clean his car.
- He’s had his scooter stolen.
Ex 2
- On Tuesday, I’m having my broadcast installed.
- On Wednesday, I’m having my new TV delivered.
- On Friday, I’m having my scooter serviced.
- On Saturday, I’m having my hair cut.
Ex 3
- You need to get your eyes tested.
- You need to get your hair cut.
- You need to get your scooter checked.
Pag. 128-129
Ex 1
- Page was soon joined by Sergey Brin, a close friend and also a research student at Stanford.
- The name ‘Google’ was originated from a misspelling of ‘googol’, which is the name of the number 10100 (one followed by a hundred zeros).
- The domain name Google.com was registered by Page and Brin on September 15th 1997 and Google was launched on the World Wide Web shortly afterwards.
- The word ‘Google’ quickly found its way into everyday language and the verb ‘to Google’ was added to the Oxford English Dictionary in 2006.
- On the Google search page, the logo is often modified to celebrate special occasions such as public holidays, anniversaries or major sporting events. These are known as ‘Google Doodles’.
- Today, Google is processed around 200 million internet searches a day.
Ex 2
A winning argument
A pizza restaurant has been ordered to pay Amy Moore of Brooklyn, New York, $15,000 after she slipped on a soft drink and was knocked unconscious. The restaurant owner protested against the award as the beverage was on the floor because Ms Moore had thrown it at her boyfriend two minutes earlier during an argument. However, the judge ruled that the restaurant was at fault because the drink should be cleaned up immediately. Ms Moore was banned from the restaurant for life for her ‘unacceptable public behaviour’.
Plane lands upside down
A pilot has escaped injury after his light aircraft landed upside down. 56-year-old Ewan Jones crash-landed yesterday in a field in north Wales. It is thought that the plane was experiencing fuel problems. Mr Jones was helped from the aircraft by a local farmer and he was then taken to Wrexham Hospital with just a few cuts and bruises. A North Wales Fire Service spokesman said, ‘ The pilot was forced to land due to fuel problems but he landed upside down. The pilot wasn’t hurt in the incident. It’s a miracle’.
Queen’s head for sale
The original artwork of the Queen’s head which appears on UK stamps has been rediscovered over 40 years after it was first produced. The 46x41 cm design was found by chance in a cupboard in the artist’s studio in the family home. It was sold next month in an auction and it was expected to reach at least £10,000. The image has been reproduced on more than 320 billion stamps since 1968.
Ex 3
‘La Gioconda’ is probably the most famous painting of all the time. It was painted by Leonardo Da Vinci over 500 years ago and her image is the most copied in the history of art.
The woman in the picture is believed to be Lisa GherardiniGiocondo, who was born in Florence in 1479. She is thought to have been 24 when Leonardo painted her. Her legendary and enigmatic features, especially her smile, were created by the process of sfumato, a style of painting which was invented by the artist. Da Vinci took four years to complete the painting.
At the beginning of the 1500s, the painting was bought by King Francis I of France and was taken from Italy to Paris. In 1650, the painting was moved to the Louvre, which was the royal palace. In 1911, it was stolen by a Louvre employee, who walked out of the museum with it under his coat.
‘La Gioconda’ is believed to be valued $1 billion. However, it will never be sold. Today, the painting attracts about six million visitors a year.
Pag. 130-131
Ex 4
- Peter Jackson directed The Lord of the Rings films.
The Lord of the Rings films were directed by Peter Jackson.
- You must not use your mobile in the museum.
Mobile phones must not be used in the museums.
- Someone has stolen Antonella’s bike.
Antonella’s bike has been stolen.
- It is expected that the film will win the Oscar for best picture.
The film is expected to win the Oscar for best picture.
- When did Rome hold the Olympics?
When were the Olympics held in Rome?
- Tickets can be booked online or by phone.
You can book tickets online or by phone.
Ex 5
- I’m having my hair cut at 3.30.
- Ferrari SpA was founded in 1929.
- Paolo’s bike has been stolen.
- The Olympics of 2008 were held in Beijing.
- When was Euro introduced?
Ex 6
- A: Where did you have your hair cut?
B: At that hairdresser’s on Green Street.
2. A: I was at the supermarket for over an hour today!
B: You should use the internet. We do our shopping online each week and we get it delivered to the house.
3. A: Can I borrow your scooter this afternoon?
B: Sorry, but I have it serviced at the garage today. You can borrow my bike if you want.
Ex 7
- Break into = fare irruzione
- Steal = rubare
- Break = rompere
- Vandalize = rubare
Ex 8
- I’ve had my bike stolen.
- I’ve had my car vandalized.
- We’ve had our flat broken into.
Pag 133
Ex 1
1 I can speak German
2 I can play the piano
3 I can’t cook pasta
4 I couldn’t speak English when I was ten
5 I could ride a bike when I was six
6 I couldn’t use a computer when I was three
7 I couldn’t speak when I was three
Ex 2
1 Can he find his keys? No, he can’t
2 Can you book online? Yes, you can
3 Can they see the band? No, they can’t
4 Can he sing? No,he can’t
5 Can she rollerblade? Yes, she can
Ex 3
1 You’ve left the oven on! I thought I could smeel gas
2 The train was really busy, but eventually we could find two seats
3 I couldn’t swim until I was about six
Pag 134
Ex 1
1 You can’t take photo
2 You can park here
3 You can’t turn right
4 You can pay in euros
5 You can’t use your mobile
Ex 2
A What are the laws concerning alcohol in the UK?
B Well , in general you can’t buy or drink alcohol if you’re under 18. But I think you can drink wine or beer in a restaurant with a meal when you are 16, but only if you are with an adult. And in the USA?
A Well, you can’t drink alcohol in the USA until you’re 21
B Cuold you? I didn’t know that
A Can you smoke in public buildings in the UK?
B No, you can’t. But you could until 2007. How about in the USA?
A It depends on the state, but I think it’s banned in most places.
B And is there a minimum age you can buy cigarettes in the USA?
A Again, it depends on the state. In most states it’s 18, but it’s 19 in some. And how about in the UK?
B In the UK, you can’t buy cigarettes if you’re under 18. I think you could buy them at 16 a few years ago though.
A At the age can you vote in the UK?
B You can vote when you’re 18. That’s the same as the USA, isn’t it?
A Yeah, it is
B And when were women allowed to vote in the USA?
A I think it was 1920
B Yeah, I think it was about the same time in the UK, but for the first ten years only women over 30 could vote. You kknow, there are still a few countries where women can’t vote.
Ex 3
1 You can vote to elect a senator when you’re 18
2 You can buy alcohol when you’re 18
3 You can buy cigarettes when you’re 18
4 You can drive a car when you’re 18
5 You can ride a scooter when you ‘re 14
6 You can leave school when you’re 16
Ex 4
1 Are you allowed to wear jeans?
2 Can you wear jewellery?
3 Are you allowed to go home early?
4 Can you watch TV whenever you like?
5 Can you choose when to go to bed?
6 Can people allowed smoke ?
Ex 5
1 Yes,I do
2 No, I can’t
3Yes, I do
4 Yes , I can
5 Yes, I can
6 No, They can’t
Pag 137
Ex 1
1 Can you close the window?
2 Could you pass me the sugar?
3 Can I have the dictionary?
4 Could give me a hand?
5 Can I check my emails?
Ex 2
1 Do you mind if I use your phone?
2 Would you mind if I help you?
3 Do you mind if I leave early today?
4 Would you mind if I pick me up at my house?
5 Would you mind If I open the window?
Ex 3
1 Do you mind if we eat something?
2 Would you mind if you make the coffee?
3 I can cook dinner if you like
4 Can I give you a lift?
5 Shall I put a CD on?
6 Would you like chocolate?
7 Let you help me
8 Do you mind if I help you?
9 I’ll do the washing-up
Pag 139
Ex 1
1 You must have valid insurance
2 You must be at least 17 years of age
3 You must for all passengers to wear a seatbelt
4 You mustn’t drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs
5 You mustn’t use a mobile phone while driving
6 You mustn’t under 12s sit in the front
Pag 139
Ex 2
1 You mustn’t feed the animals
2 You don’t have to buy anything
3 You must fasten seatbelt
4 You don’t have to pay in pounds
5 You have to turn off your mobile
Ex 3
1 Do you have to wear a school uniform?
No, we don’t
2 I can’t come out tonight . I’ve got to visit my grandmother
Oh, that’s a shame. Have you definitely got to go?
3 Late again!
Sorry, but I must go to the doctor’s
4 Have you seen Lara recently?
No, I haven’t. We really must get in touch with her, though
5 What time do you have to be at school for the trip tomorrow?
I think the coach is leaving at 6.30. You mustn’t be late , or they’ll go without you
Pag 141
Ex 1
1 He needs some help. 2 They need a shower. 3 She needs a new mobile.
Ex 2
1 Can I use your computer? I need to check my emails.
2 If you haven’t got an exam in the morning, you wouldn’t need to come to school. But you would need to be here in the afternoon.
3 I fixed my computer. I need to reinstall the program.
4 A What do you need to buy in town? B Oh, I need to get a birthday present for Paula. She’s 16 on Friday.
5 A There’s no need to hurry. We’ve got lots of time. B Yes, but we need to make sure we’re not late-the traffic will be bad.
Ex 3
1 His hair need cutting. 2 The car needs washing. 3 Her room needs tiding.
Pag 143
Ex 1
1 He must play the guitar. 2 He might play in a band. 3 He must have a scooter. 4 He can’t be English. 5 He must be interested in sport.
Ex 2
1 I’m sure there’s a mistake. There must be a mistake. 2 It’s possible we’ll be late. We might be late. 3 It’s possible Sara won’t go to the party. Sara might not go at the party. 4 I’m sure that’s not his car. That can’t be his car.
Ex 3
1 A Shall we go to the beach? B You can’t be serious! It’s pouring with rain.
2 A The bill is €30. B That can’t be right! We only had two coffees!
3 A He isn’t answering the phone. B He must be out. Try his mobile.
4 A Have you ever done a bungee jump? B A bungee jump? You must be joking!
Ex 4
1 Tonight, I might see a film. 2 Tomorrow, I might not go out in the afternoon. 3 At the weekend, I might play videogames. 4 One day, I might live abroad.
Ex 5
1 It’s possible they have got lost. They might have got lost. 2 I’m sure they have gone out. They must have gone out. 3 Maybe they got lost. They could have got lost. 4 It’s possible that Tom didn’t get your email. Tom Might not have received your email.
Pag 144-145
Ex 1
1 A My emails to Frank aren’t being delivered. B Maybe you’re using the wrong address.
2 A Are you going away at the weekend? B I don’t think we are-my parents are so busy at the moment.
3 A Are you going on holiday this year? B Yes. We’re probably going to the UK. And you? A No plans yet, but I’m sure we’ll go somewhere.
4 A I’ve got my driving test this afternoon. Wish me luck! B I’m sure you’ll be fine. A I doubt it-I’ve only had one lessons!
5 A Is the concert likely to be
1 I’m sure it’s a coin. 2 I’m sure it’s a pencil. 3 I’m sure it’s a watch. 4 Perhaps it’s a wheel. 5 I’m sure it’s a bottle.
Ex 3
1 It’s likely I’ll get married one day. 2 Its possible I’ll live in a different country. 3 It’s possible I’ll be a multi-millionaire one day. 4 It’s possible I’ll became famous.
5 I possibly will watch TV tonight. 6 I’m sure I won’t go out tonight. 7 I’m sure I’ll go to bed before midnight.
8 Fiorentina is likely to win this year’s Serie A. 9 Italy is likely to qualify for the next Word Cup. 10 Italy is likely to have a woman president one day.
Pag 146-147
Ex 1
1 I’ll get the phone. It’s Jake. I’ll get the phone.
2 Come on! Sebastian is waiting for us. Come on! Sebastian will be waiting for us.
3 Patrick failed his exam. He isn’t pleased. Patrick failed his exam. He won’t be pleased.
4 There’s a problem with my computer. It’s that new software. There’s a problem with my computer. It will be that new software.
5 Samuel’s at the door. He’s forgotten his keys. Samuel’s at the door. He will have forgotten his keys.
6 The dog’s barking. There’s someone at the door. The dog’s barking. There will be someone at the door.
Ex 2
1 It’ll be jenny. 2 They won’t be cheap. 3 This will be a birthday card.
Ex 3
1 My dad will be working at the moment. 2 My will be cooking the lunch at the moment. 3 My brother will be doing his homework at the moment.
Ex 4
1 A Don you use your phone for texting much? B I generally send about ten text messages a day. I willgeneraly send about ten text messages a day.
2 A How often do you change your mobile? B I usually get a new one about once a year. I will get a new mobile about once a year.
3 A What do you do in the evenings? B Most evenings, I watch a bit of TV. Most evenings, I will watch a bit of TV.
4 A Do you read comics? B Not any more. But as a child, I read them all the time. Not any more, but as a child I would read them all the time.
5 A Computers are so reliable these days. B Yes. My first computer crashed all the time. Yes. My first computer would crashed all the time.
Pag 149
Ex 1
1 I’ve got toothache. You should go to the dentist.
2 I’ve got no money. You had better a part time job.
3 I never have any energy. You shouldn’t eat so much junk food.
4 My computer is too slow. You ought to get a powerful one.
5 We’re going to Paris soon. You must go up to the Eiffel Tower.
Ex 2
1 It should be 1861, not 1881. 2 It should be €6,80, not €6,90. 3 It should be .org, not .com. 4 It should be hot tomorrow. 5 We should arrive at 5.30. 6 I should have worked harder. 7 Juventus should win.
Pag 150-151
Ex 1
- No way! You must be mad!
- I can’t be bothered. I’ll just stay here
- 98%! I can’t belive it!
- It’s not a fancy dress party? You might have told me!
- Sorry, I couldn’t help it.
Ex 2
- You must be mad! We’ll never get it done by then.
- I couldn’t agree more! It was absolutely fantastic!
- I couldn’t care less. I’ve never seen him before.
- I can’t belive it! Against England!
- I couldn’t help it. It just fell out of my hand, sorry
- I should have known. He just can’t keep a secret.
- I might as well. There’s nothing on TV.
- I couldn’t care less. I hate football.
- How should I know? I wasn’t here at the time.
Ex 3
- Italian food is the best in the world. I couldn’t agree more.
- What’s the fifth biggest city in the UK? I can’t be bothered.
- I’m going to swim across the Mediterranean Sea. You must be mad!
- What happened? How did you spill your drink? You shouldn’t have!
Pag 152-153
Ex 1
- Could not
- Can
- Must
- Should
- Will
- Must not
- Should
- Can
- Must
- Do not have to
- Should
- Must not
- Is bound to
- Would
Ex 2
- She should have revised more.
- Ha must have had an accident.
- He can’t seen the no-smoking sign.
- They might have won the lottery.
- He should have left the house earlier.
- He must have fallen in the river.
- He should have worn a coat.
Pag 154-155
Ex 3
- It was OK. But I couldn’t answer question 3.
- Would you like some more coffee?
No, thanks. But can I have a glass of water?
- Can you smoke in public buildings in Italy?
No, you can’t. But you could until 2005.
- You must not tell Fiona about the party. It’s a surprise.
- Sorry I’m late. I should stop at the ATM on the way here.
No problem. But we really have to leave now or we’ll be late.
- You haven’t eaten since breakfast. You should be hungry.
I am. Can I possibly have a sandwich or something?
- What’s the matter?
I can’t find my door key. Have you seen it?
No, I haven’t. when you have last have it?
Well, it should be in the house somewhere. I used to get in just five minutes ago.
Well, it should be in the door. Have you checked?
- Hi, Sam. I’m afraid we might be a little late. The taxi hasn’t arrived.
No problem. I can pick you up, if you like. I’m sure I can borrow my dad’s car.
Go back to your house and I should be there in about twenty minutes.
Ex 4
- Can’t belive it
- Must be
- Should haven’t published
- Can’t opened
- Might realized
- Must be
Ex 5
- It might rain later.
- Do you mind open the window?
- We haven’t be hurry.
- The windows need to be cleaned from someone soon.
- You can’t saw Federica. She wasn’t here.
- Paolo must be there by now
- I’ll answer the door. It will be Harry and Wiliam.
- You ought go to bed if you are tired.
- We have to had better a taxi.
- You must visit the Vatican when you’re in Rome.
Ex 6
- I can’t find my cellular phone.
- Can you wear jewels at school?
- You must not smoke here.
- If you don’t like pasta, you should not eat it.
- Exam starts at 9.30. You must be there at about 9.15.
- The autobus is going to leave at 5.15. You can’t arrive late.
- We lost the autobus, but we could take a taxi.
- I bougth the skirt that I saw in the shop window. I couldn’t help it.