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1. What spheres of life does modern technology touch?
2. How has technology changed since primitive times?
3. Are there any disadvantages in global computerization?
4. What influence do modern technologies have on environment?
Задание 6. Выпишите из текста предложения, содержащие прилагательные в сравнительной степени.
Задание 7. Задайте вопросы к подчеркнутым частям предложения.
Improvements in health have changed the demographics in the world.
Задание 8. Раскройте скобки, поставив глагол в нужном времени (Present Simple, Present Perfect, Past Simple).
1. Technological change … steadily … in speed and impact (to increase).
2. Hundred years ago many children … childhood (not to survive).
3. As cities spread, they … arable land, reducing the total amount available to grow food (to cover up).
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ВАРИАНТ 2 (1 семестр)
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THE EFFECTS OF MODERN TECHNOLOGY ON RELATIONSHIPS
| Modern technologies can have both positive and negative effects on relationships. Modern technologies have changed the way that people communicate with one another. These technologies provide new and innovative ways for people to communicate - text messaging, email, chat and social networks. They allow faster and more efficient communication and can help build relationships. However, modern technologies can also have negative | 
http://www.ehow.com/info_8416373_effects-cyberbullying.html
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| effects such as limiting personal contact and straining relationships. The nature of the effect depends in large part on the type of relationship. |
Modern technologies limit the amount of separation between work and home. With the advent of computers, the Internet and cell phones people can - and are often expected to - address work issues from home. This can limit family interactions and cause conflict between family members. The use of Internet and television by children and teenagers also limits the amount time spent with family and can increase conflict between children and their parents.
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Young people use modern technologies in increasing numbers to communicate with their friends. Text messaging and online chats have become the preferred method of youth communication. A California State University and UCLA* study indicates that for young people face-to-face interactions are less desirable than modern modes of communication. This preference could cause an inability to form lasting friendships or difficulty understanding social cues. Others believe that modern technologies increase communication and therefore strengthen friendships.
Starting new relationships - romantic and otherwise - can be difficult. Modern technologies allow people to make new connections without the fears characteristic of face-to-face contact. The anonymity and low risk is what makes Internet dating and social networks popular ways of meeting people. However, this anonymity can also be dangerous.
Modern technologies allow couples to be in contact with each other more than ever before. This can lead to increased expectations and conflict. With the increasing use of cell phones and email, people often expect an instant reply to communication. A delayed reply - or none at all - can lead to suspicion and anger. The use of social networks can also affect relationships. Information that was once private - such as relationship conflicts - is now part of the public sphere.
http://www.ehow.com/info_8301873l
· University of California, Los Angeles
