WHO SAID IT?
This blogger believes the Internet offers many opportunities to learn.
Alma
Find evidence that Ali always keeps reading material close to him.
“I’m never without a book, no matter where I am.”
Alma says we are “spoilt for choice.” What does she mean?
We have a very large number of options available.
Why doesn't Ali see living without television as a disadvantage?
Because reading provides him with entertainment and information.
This blogger doesn't feel that missing out on television is a problem.
Ali
Find evidence that Alma has more content available than she has time to consume.
“This of course creates a problem: finding enough time to watch everything!”
Julie says her devices are “essential” to her lifestyle. Replace essential with a synonym without changing the meaning.
Necessary / extremely important.
Why is Alma's attitude toward the Internet positive even though she admits there is “a lot of rubbish” online?
Because she believes there is still a huge amount of useful, educational, free content available.
This blogger believes digital technology saves time and makes everyday tasks more convenient.
Julie
Find evidence that Marcos expected a programme to be educational but was disappointed.
“I learnt nothing about cooking…”
Find a phrase in Julie's blog meaning “continue communicating with people.”
stay in touch with
Why does Marcos call some people “so-called celebrities”?
He questions whether they deserve their celebrity status or importance.
This blogger thinks some people receive online attention without really deserving it.
Marcos
Find evidence that Julie chooses different devices depending on the task.
She uses her laptop for reports/documents because they “need a larger screen than my phone.”
Marcos says celebrities “show off.” What behaviour is he criticizing?
Trying to attract attention or impress others.
Some people say Julie's devices “control” her life. Why does Julie see the same situation differently?
She sees technology as something that improves her life by helping her communicate, work, access information and complete everyday tasks.
This blogger believes people who are dissatisfied with online programmes may simply not be looking carefully enough.
Alma
Find evidence showing that Ali's lack of television was caused by different reasons at different stages of his life.
As a child, his parents “couldn’t afford to buy a television”; at university television was still relatively new; later, having one “just wasn’t a priority.”
Alma says there is “no excuse not to be well-informed.” What does well-informed mean in this sentence?
Having good/current knowledge about a subject or current affairs.
Ali and Julie represent almost opposite relationships with technology. What is the main difference in their attitudes, not just their habits?
Ali does not see digital technology as necessary for a satisfying life because books meet his needs, whereas Julie sees digital technology as essential because it supports almost every part of her daily and professional life.