Class 8 English Unit 9: Reading II: Smartphones in Our Life

 

Reading II: Smartphones in Our Life

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Vocabulary

1.     scared /skɛəd/ adjective - afraid

2.     vital /ˈvaɪtl/ adjective - essential

3.     surf /sɜːf/ verb - browse the internet

4.     device /dɪˈvaɪs/ noun - electronic tool

5.     drastically /ˈdræstɪkli/ adverb - severely

6.     retrieve /rɪˈtriːv/ verb - get back

7.     web /wɛb/ noun - internet

8.     impact /ˈɪmpækt/ noun - effect

9.     constantly /ˈkɒnstəntli/ adverb - continuously

10.       convenient /kənˈviːniənt/ adjective - easy to use

11.       tend /tɛnd/ verb - be inclined

12.       digital /ˈdɪdʒɪtl/ adjective - electronic

13.       assistant /əˈsɪstənt/ noun - helper

14.       master /ˈmɑːstə/ verb - become skilled

 

A.         Find the words from the text that mean the following. The first letter has been given. (Answers only)

a.      smartphone	a mobile phone which has a touch screen, internet access, etc.
b.     constantly	repeatedly, all the time
c.      device	a piece of equipment such as a smartphone
d.     scared	afraid that something might happen
e.      retrieve	bring back something from somewhere
f.       surf	to use the internet
g.     convenient	useful, easy, or quick to do; not causing problem
h.     impact	effect
i.       vital	very important
j.       drastically	in an extreme way

 

B.          Read the text again and answer these questions.

a.      How do people feel when they miss their mobile phones?

They might feel scared, and completely lost.

b.     Write any three ways of using smartphones.

The three ways of using smartphones are surfing the internet, playing games; and taking photos.

c.      Why are we getting lazier?

We are getting lazier because of accessing all kinds of information anytime by smartphones.

d.     What is the impact of getting connected to mobile phones all the time?

The impact of getting connected with mobile phones all the time is tiring.

e.      Why is a smartphone called a personal assistant?

Smartphone is called personal assistants because they help to master our everyday lives. 

C.          How can you make the best use of mobile phones? Write a short paragraph.

Mobile phones can be very useful if used wisely. They help us stay in touch with others through calls, texts, and emails. We can use them to keep track of our schedules, set reminders, and organize tasks with different apps. Mobile phones also give us access to the internet for learning and finding information. They can be used for taking photos, making videos, and sharing our creativity on social media. To get the most out of mobile phones, it's important to use them responsibly, like limiting screen time and focusing on real-life interactions.

 

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