The Internet

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The Internet
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What words do you associate with the term ‘Internet’? Write down as many words as you can.
The
Internet
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Do you ever visit any of these websites/apps on the pictures below?
How much time do you spend a day on the Internet? Do you use it mainly for
study/work or pleasure?

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a) Look at some words and phrases related to the internet. Match them with their definitions.
attachment
search for
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download
google
skype
social network
log in
upload
online
wifi
b) Fill the gaps with the appropriate word from the task before.
All of our products are available for __________ on our website.
If it's possible that the __________ might be infected, don't open it, just delete it.
I always use different __________ when I’m bored ant there’s nothing better to do.
The deadline was over but I __________ the file as soon as I had finished working on it.
I spent too much time __________ the right information on the internet for the report.
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Articles

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Complete with the, a/an, or –.
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Reading

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c) Do you think that people waste a lot of time on the internet when they should be
working/studying? Read the text to find out.
Answer the questions:
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What is the problem with Friday afternoons?
What kind of distraction does the article talk about?
How much time do people waste not working?
Why is the internet bad for relationships?
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Do you agree/disagree with the ideas below? Discuss your ideas with other students.