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Conversational / EVERYDAY ENGLISH
Lesson 21
Technology in Daily Life
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
1. Use everyday vocabulary to talk about how technology affects daily routines.
2. Understand and use common phrasal verbs connected to technology.
3. Have a natural conversation about technology in American daily life.
Exercise 1
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
noun
Gadget
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/ˈɡædʒ.ɪt/
Meaning:
A small, useful machine or device.
- My phone is my favorite gadget; I use it for everything.
Real Life Tip:
In the U.S., people love new gadgets like smartwatches or wireless earbuds.
noun
Wi-Fi
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/ˈwaɪ.faɪ/
Meaning:
A wireless internet connection
- Every café offers free Wi-Fi for customers.
Real Life Tip:
Free Wi-Fi in public places is very common in American culture.
Log in
phrasal verb
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/lɔɡ ɪn/
Meaning:
To enter your username and password to access a system
- I log in to my email every morning at work.
Real Life Tip:
Commonly used in work, school, and everyday technology use.
Set up
phrasal verb
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/sɛt ʌp/
Meaning:
To prepare or install something so it’s ready to use
- I need to set up my new laptop tonight.
Real Life Tip:
Frequently used when talking about technology and new devices.
Exercise 2
Conversation
Direction: First, read the conversation aloud. Then, practice by role-playing it with your tutor.
Situation: Two American college students are talking in the campus café about how they use technology every day.
Hey Jake, did you set up your new laptop yet?
Emily
Yeah, finally! It took forever to log in and download all the apps.
Jake
I know, gadgets are amazing but also stressful sometimes.
Emily
True. At least the Wi-Fi here is fast. I can get my homework done.
Jake
Same! I use a study app every day, and it really helps.
Emily
That’s cool. I mostly use apps for music and food delivery.
Jake
Typical college life, right? Technology makes everything easier.
Emily
Exactly. I don’t know how people lived without it!
Jake
Exercise 2.1
Questions.
1. What did Jake set up?
2. What kind of apps does Emily use?
3. How does Jake use apps in his daily life?
Exercise 3
Practice Time
Direction: Complete the exercise by choosing the correct answer.
1. Emily ______ a study app every day.
2. Jake said the Wi-Fi ______ fast.
3. I don’t know how people ______ without technology.
4. Did you ______ in to your account?
5. My laptop took forever to ______.
Exercise 4
Ask Your Tutor
Direction: Ask your tutor these questions. Listen carefully and learn
1. How do you think technology has changed education in the last 10 years?
2. Do you believe people are too dependent on gadgets today? Why or why not?
3. What would be difficult in your life without Wi-Fi?
Exercise 5
Discussion
Direction: Use the new words and expression you learnt in this lesson to have a conversation with your tutor.
1. What is your favorite app, and why?
2. How many hours do you spend online every day?
3. Do you prefer using a laptop, tablet, or phone for studying?
4. What gadgets do you use every morning?
5. How often do you change your phone?
6. Do you usually use apps for ordering food?
7. How important is Wi-Fi to your daily routine?
8. Have you ever had problems logging in to something important?
9. Do you like learning new technology or find it stressful?
10. What’s one gadget you couldn’t live without?
