EVERYDAY INVENTIONS
OPERATING TECHNOLOGY
ADJECTIVES AND PREPOSITIONS
PASSIVE/ACTIVE
GERUND/INFINITIVE
100

A machine that automatically cleans plates, utensils, and cookware using water jets and detergent.

dishwasher

100

____ the screen to open the app.

Tap

100

I'm getting bored _____ watching the same TV shows every evening.

with

100

The teacher explains the lesson.

The lesson is explained by the teacher.

100

I enjoy _______ (read) books in my free time.

reading

200

A device that uses suction to remove dirt and dust from floors and surfaces.

vacuum cleaner

200

To start using the device, ______ it in and press the power button.

plug

200

The new smartphone model is quite different _____ the previous version.

from

200

She will bake a cake tomorrow.

A cake will be baked by her tomorrow.

200

She decided _______ (start) a new hobby this year.

to start

300

A handheld device that wirelessly controls electronic appliances from a distance.

remote control

300

These are not single-use batteries, you can ______ them!

recharge

300

Regular exercise is good ___ your physical and mental health.

for

300

The company is building a new library.

A new library is being built by the company.

300

He managed _______ (finish) the project before the deadline.

to finish

400

A navigation system that uses satellite signals to provide location and direction guidance.

satnav

400

After loading the washing machine, ______ a programme based on the fabric type.

select

400

I'm really pleased ______ my new laptop's performance.

with

400

They have completed the project on time.  

The project has been completed on time.

400

We discussed _______ (move) to a new city for better job opportunities.

moving

500

A setup that brings a cinema-like audio-visual experience into the home with high-quality video and surround sound.

home cinema system

500

________ the vacuum cleaner's dust bag in the machine before starting to clean the floors.

insert

500

She is responsible ____ managing the company’s social media accounts.

for

500

The researchers are going to present their findings at the conference.

The findings are going to be presented by the researchers at the conference.

500

They are looking forward to _______ (travel) abroad next summer.

travelling

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