Lesson 3: Improve your computer skills

A. Match the words in bold on page 66 of the Student’s Book with the definitions below.

1. able to make yourself do things even when you don’t want to do them self-disciplined.
2. a program that lets you arrange information in tables spreadsheet.
3. a person who is looking for a job jobseeker.
4. creating a website web design.
5. creating pictures for books, brochures, etc. graphic design.

B. Reread the article on page 66 of the Student’s Book and answer the following questions.

1. Give two reasons for improving computer skills.
To improve job prospects.
To help find a new career.
2. Why are spreadsheets used a lot in businesses?
Because they can show information in a table for.
Because they are good for showing financial information.
3. What sort of company would a graphic designer work for?
A publisher, advertising agency or TV station.
4. Why is it becoming easier to find courses in computer skills?
Because you can study whenever you want.
5. What are the three main ways of studying computer skills?
On a course, online o.

E. Put the verb in brackets in the correct future form. Use the present simple, present continuous or going to + infinitive.

1. Some day, Ahmed is going to take (take) a computer class so he can get a better job.
2. My new class starts ا/ is starting (start) tomorrow.
3. He ’s going to tell (tell) Dana she passed the exam.
4. They ’re leaving (leave) at 10.00.
5. We ’re having (have) a party on Wednesday. Can you come?
6. The term Begins (begin) on September 3.