Go Getter 2. Reading

Read the text below, from which four sentences are missing. Complete the gaps (1-4) with appropriate sentences (A-E). Write appropriate letters (A, B, C, D or E) in the gaps. One sentence is extra and does not match any of the gaps.

Technology’s Toddlers

Children today have access to many different forms of technology but most companies design their products for adults, or do they? One company recently launched a product for much younger people. 1) ……. The phone is very simple. 2) ……. It has no Internet access or text messaging service and parents decide which numbers their child can call. Some people believe that targeting children this young is dangerous. 3) ……. They also believe that using mobile phones could damage the health of very young children. However, the company producing the phone claims it is a safe way for parents to keep in touch with their children. 4) ……. So what do you think? How young is too young to have a mobile? 

1) the first gap is...

Technology’s Toddlers

Children today have access to many different forms of technology but most companies design their products for adults, or do they? One company recently launched a product for much younger people. 1) ……. The phone is very simple. 2) ……. It has no Internet access or text messaging service and parents decide which numbers their child can call. Some people believe that targeting children this young is dangerous. 3) ……. They also believe that using mobile phones could damage the health of very young children. However, the company producing the phone claims it is a safe way for parents to keep in touch with their children. 4) ……. So what do you think? How young is too young to have a mobile? 

2) the second gap is...

Technology’s Toddlers

Children today have access to many different forms of technology but most companies design their products for adults, or do they? One company recently launched a product for much younger people. 1) ……. The phone is very simple. 2) ……. It has no Internet access or text messaging service and parents decide which numbers their child can call. Some people believe that targeting children this young is dangerous. 3) ……. They also believe that using mobile phones could damage the health of very young children. However, the company producing the phone claims it is a safe way for parents to keep in touch with their children. 4) ……. So what do you think? How young is too young to have a mobile? 

3) the third gap is...

Technology’s Toddlers

Children today have access to many different forms of technology but most companies design their products for adults, or do they? One company recently launched a product for much younger people. 1) ……. The phone is very simple. 2) ……. It has no Internet access or text messaging service and parents decide which numbers their child can call. Some people believe that targeting children this young is dangerous. 3) ……. They also believe that using mobile phones could damage the health of very young children. However, the company producing the phone claims it is a safe way for parents to keep in touch with their children. 4) ……. So what do you think? How young is too young to have a mobile? 

4) the fourth gap is...

Read the text below. For every paragraph (1-3) choose the right heading (A-D). Write the appropriate letters next to the paragraph numbers. One heading is extra and does not match any of the paragraphs.

HEALTHY LIVING

 1  ________

      In wealthy countries around the world, the number of overweight people is increasing. This is because in modern society, many people eat too much junk food and do too little exercise. Being overweight can lead to health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease.

 2  ________

      Improving your eating habits is a great way to stay healthy. There’s no need to cut out all the foods you enjoy, but make sure that you eat a well-balanced diet. This means eating lots of fruit, vegetables and grains, moderate amounts of diary products, fish and meat, and small amounts of sugary foods like cake and chocolate. 

 3  ________

      Regular workouts are also essential for a healthy life. We recommend 30 minutes of exercise 3-5 times a week. This can be jogging, cycling, swimming, going to the gym, or even taking your dog for a quick walk. Just don’t do too much at once because you might hurt yourself.

1) the first heading is.....

HEALTHY LIVING

 1  ________

      In wealthy countries around the world, the number of overweight people is increasing. This is because in modern society, many people eat too much junk food and do too little exercise. Being overweight can lead to health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease.

 2  ________

      Improving your eating habits is a great way to stay healthy. There’s no need to cut out all the foods you enjoy, but make sure that you eat a well-balanced diet. This means eating lots of fruit, vegetables and grains, moderate amounts of diary products, fish and meat, and small amounts of sugary foods like cake and chocolate. 

 3  ________

      Regular workouts are also essential for a healthy life. We recommend 30 minutes of exercise 3-5 times a week. This can be jogging, cycling, swimming, going to the gym, or even taking your dog for a quick walk. Just don’t do too much at once because you might hurt yourself.

2) the second heading is.....

HEALTHY LIVING

 1  ________

      In wealthy countries around the world, the number of overweight people is increasing. This is because in modern society, many people eat too much junk food and do too little exercise. Being overweight can lead to health problems, such as diabetes and heart disease.

 2  ________

      Improving your eating habits is a great way to stay healthy. There’s no need to cut out all the foods you enjoy, but make sure that you eat a well-balanced diet. This means eating lots of fruit, vegetables and grains, moderate amounts of diary products, fish and meat, and small amounts of sugary foods like cake and chocolate. 

 3  ________

      Regular workouts are also essential for a healthy life. We recommend 30 minutes of exercise 3-5 times a week. This can be jogging, cycling, swimming, going to the gym, or even taking your dog for a quick walk. Just don’t do too much at once because you might hurt yourself.

3) the third heading is.....