General vocabulary
Someone who fears or dislikes new technology is:
A) a technophile
B) a technophobe
C) a computer buff
B)
If something is described as “not exactly __________,” it means it is not very complicated.
A) light years ahead
B) rocket science
C) a well-oiled machine
B) rocket science
If your computer suddenly stops working completely, it has:
A) backed up
B) crashed
C) scrolled down
B) crashed
Spot the Mistake:
She suggested to postpone the product launch.
She suggested postponing the product launch.
Rewrite the sentence using inversion:
Users rarely read the privacy policy carefully.
Rarely do users read the privacy policy carefully.
A person who buys the newest gadgets as soon as they are released is known as a(n) e_______ a______
early adopter
Which idiom describes a company that is more advanced or innovative than others in the same sector?
A) break new ground
B) ahead of the curve
C) in the pipeline
B) ahead of the curve
If your laptop battery is empty, you need to p__________ it __________ before using it.
plug in
Which sentence is correct?
A) The consultant recommended to upgrade the system.
B) The consultant recommended upgrading the system.
B)
Rewrite the sentence using inversion:
You should not share your password with anyone.
Under no circumstances / On no account should you share your password with anyone.
Which term refers specifically to the information about you that remains online and can be tracked over time?
(2 words)
digital footprint
Which idiom refers specifically to extra, non-essential but attractive features added to a product?
A) all the bells and whistles B) plugs and plays
C) blue-sky thinkings
A) all the bells and whistles
Always b__________ __________ your files regularly in case of a system failure.
back up
Spot the Mistake: (NO ING FORM)
The technician advised to back up the files immediately.
The technician advised us to back up the files immediately.
Rewrite the sentence using inversion:
The company improved its cybersecurity, and it reduced operational costs.
Not only did the company improve its cybersecurity, but it also reduced operational costs.
Excessive multitasking and constant notifications can lead to __________ __________, making it difficult to concentrate on complex tasks.
cognitive overload
During brainstorming sessions, the team is encouraged to explore unconventional ideas without limitations. Which idiom best captures this approach?
A) pushing the envelope
B) blue-sky thinking
C) game-changer
B) blue-sky thinking
While filling in the online form, I realised I had missed a question at the top of the page, so I had to __________ __________ to check it.
scroll up
Why is this sentence incorrect?
She suggested that the company upgrades its security system.
no -s in "upgrade", as we use the subjunctive form
Rewrite the sentence using Only after at the beginning:
The system restarted after the technician updated the software.
Only after the technician updated the software did the system restart.
Smartphones are now so __________ that you can see people using them everywhere; on public transport, in restaurants, and even while walking down the street.
ubiquitous
Although the product hadn't yet been released, several innovative features were already being developed and prepared for the next update. Which idiom best describes these upcoming features?
A) ahead of the curve
B) on the wavelength
C) in the pipeline
C) in the pipeline
After finishing your work, don’t forget to properly __________ __________ the computer instead of just closing the screen.
shut down
Explain the difference in meaning between these two sentences.
A) I regret informing you that your account has been suspended.
B) I regret to inform you that your account has been suspended.
Sentence A: The speaker feels sorry about a past action already performed (they informed the person and now regret having done so).
Sentence B: This is a formal announcement made at the moment of speaking. The regret refers to the bad news itself, not to a past action.
Rewrite the sentence using inversion:
The CEO finished the announcement, and immediately the company’s shares fell.
"No.........................................................".
No sooner had the CEO finished the announcement than the company’s shares fell.