Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Tech, Coding & Digital Skills 3

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a 3D printing workshop.

There are descriptions of eight 3D printing workshops.

Decide which 3D printing workshop would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to learn how to create digital shapes on a computer. He gets bored very quickly, so he prefers not to stay while the machine operates. It is absolutely essential that he keeps the final object.

2   Sara wants to print something amazing but has absolutely no experience using software. She is fascinated by the process and wants to watch the machine build her object. She is looking for a free session.

3   Tom is already good at 3D modeling and wants an advanced class to improve his digital drawing skills. He is only free at the weekend. He doesn’t want to keep the items, just practice.

4   Mia wants to use a laptop to design her own jewellery and wear her creations home the very same day. She is busy with her job during the day, so she needs an evening class.

5   David needs to print some broken parts for his toy cars. He already has the files, so he doesn’t need computer training. He prefers to leave the workshop and pick up the items another day.

3D Printing Workshops

A Design & Go

Discover how to make amazing 3D models using our latest software! Once you completely finish your digital drawing, just send it to our machines and head home. We will post your finished plastic creation directly to your house a few days later, so you never have to sit around.

B Open Print Studio

You don’t have to pay anything to join our amazing technology sessions! There is no need to make your own files; just choose from our library of ready-made shapes. Sit back, relax, and observe as the equipment magically turns liquid plastic into a solid object right in front of you.

C Pro Creators

Take your digital abilities to the next level in this masterclass, held every Saturday and Sunday. We focus purely on complex screen-based engineering rather than making physical things. Because we recycle all the plastic used during the lesson, you cannot leave with any objects, but your knowledge will grow!

D Night Owls Tech

Join us after dinner during the week to learn how to craft beautiful rings and necklaces on our monitors. Our high-speed machines mean you can observe the quick production process and walk out the door with your finished physical pieces just a few hours later. It is perfect for busy workers!

E Print Station

Do you already have a saved project ready to go? Skip the computer tutorials and just bring your memory stick! Start the equipment, then go enjoy your day elsewhere. Come back next week to grab your completed plastic pieces. It is the perfect service for repairing things at home.

F Digital Dreamers

Learn the basics of 3D software and create your own fun toys on our computers. After sending your work to the printer, you must stay in the room to monitor the process for two hours. Once it completely cools down, you can put the wonderful toy in your bag.

G Quick Print Tech

There is absolutely no cost to use our amazing equipment! You do not need to know anything about digital drawing; simply pick a pre-made toy from our catalogue. Because the machines are very loud, they are kept in a locked room, meaning you cannot observe them while they work.

H Expert Modelers

If you already know the basics, join our weekday morning classes to tackle complicated digital engineering on our fast laptops. We focus entirely on software skills, so we do not actually turn the machines on or produce any physical items to carry away. It is perfect for serious tech students!

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a website building course.

There are descriptions of eight website courses.

Decide which website course would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Alex wants to build a site to show his best photographs online. He wants to type all the text instructions himself without using ready-made templates. Because he works late, he must attend classes before midday during the week.

2   Maria wants to learn how to design highly unusual, artistic web pages. She doesn’t own a laptop, so the school must supply computers. She also really needs an official document to prove she has finished the training.

3   Leo is hoping to build a website to display his college drawings to the public. He has no money to spend, so the course must be completely free. He lives far away, so he needs internet-based lessons.

4   Sarah wants to learn how to build websites by typing the basic HTML instructions herself. She also wants to focus on mixing bright colors and interesting shapes. Since she works all day, she requires an evening course.

5   David needs to create a personal website to share his work experience and projects with future bosses. He learns best with just two or three other students. He relies on public transport, so it must be near a railway station.

Website Building Courses

A Digital Canvas

Discover the power of raw coding! In our Monday to Friday 9 AM sessions, we teach you to build digital galleries to display your lovely images to the world. We never use simple website builders; you will learn to type the actual computer language. Please remember to bring your own laptop.

B Web Visions

Do you want to make highly artistic and unique internet pages? We focus heavily on beautiful and modern design! You don’t need to carry any heavy equipment here, as we have modern desktop machines ready for everyone. At the end, every graduate receives a formal printed paper for their CV.

C The Virtual Studio

Are you looking to share your best college sketches and paintings with the world? Join our web-based tutorials from the comfort of your own bedroom! Best of all, these helpful digital lessons will not cost you a single penny. It is the perfect way to build your digital art collection today!

D Evening HTML

Join our after-work sessions starting at 7 PM! We teach you how to type basic computer language from the very beginning, without relying on automatic software. Furthermore, we focus strongly on producing highly imaginative, colourful pages with exciting visual structures, so your sites will always look completely original and beautiful.

E Career Coder

Prepare for your next job! We will help you build a professional digital CV to present your career history to managers. Our building is located directly opposite the main rail platforms. To ensure personal attention, we only ever allow a maximum of four learners in our quiet, focused classroom.

F Weekend Web

Learn to write raw HTML and CSS without any automatic tools! We will help you put your favourite photography into a beautiful digital gallery for everyone to admire. These intensive weekend classes run all day on Saturday and Sunday. We supply all the necessary machines, so just bring your creativity!

G The Art of Tech

Design the most unusual and artistic pages on the internet! We focus on teaching you beautiful, imaginative web structures. Everyone who completes this term will be handed an official graduation document. However, our studio does not own any machines, so all attendees must carry their personal laptops to class.

H Future Professionals

Get ready to impress future managers! We teach you to construct an amazing digital CV displaying your best projects. Our large, energetic seminars often have up to thirty people, making them great for meeting friends. We are incredibly easy to reach, situated just a two-minute walk from the railway station.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a course or presentation about artificial intelligence and machine learning.

There are descriptions of eight machine learning programs.

Decide which program would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to understand the basic science behind machine learning. He is a non-programmer who avoids typing computer code. He is looking for live presentations discussing the future of this technology on Saturday mornings.

2   Emma is fascinated by how smart machines make daily decisions. She wants a beginner’s guide that requires absolutely no software development skills. She is only free to attend events on weekday evenings.

3   Ryan wants an introduction to how computers process data and learn. He does not want to write lines of programming scripts. He prefers online webinars discussing the upcoming future of intelligent devices.

4   Chloe wants to learn about the history and rules of artificial intelligence without studying advanced programming. She wants to watch a series of video lectures about tomorrow’s world during her summer holiday.

5   Daniel is curious about how modern facial recognition systems operate. He wants a completely non-technical class with no computer engineering needed. He needs a low-cost course that fits his tight student budget.

Machine Learning Programs

A Tomorrow’s Brains

Discover the clever logic behind automated systems! Our expert speakers explain the basic theory of how computers analyze data, without asking you to build any software. These fascinating future-focused lectures take place every Saturday from 10 a.m. to midday, making it a great weekend option for curious beginners.

B Intelligent Living

Curious about how smart apps predict your choices? This introductory evening course unpacks the daily mechanics of machine intelligence. There is absolutely no programming or tech experience required. Join our lively classroom debates from Monday to Thursday at 7 p.m. to learn how modern systems operate behind the scenes.

C Coding the Future

Want to build the next great automated assistant? Learn how upcoming technological trends will change our lives through our exciting future talks. This advanced program requires a strong background in computer engineering as you will write complex scripts. Sessions run over the 

winter break at our downtown facility.

D The Learning Machine

Uncover the fascinating methods computers use to gather information and develop skills over time. Our online streaming events explore the upcoming eras of electronic devices. You will never have to type scripts or handle programming languages. Log on from home any time to enjoy these inspiring future trend presentations.

E Smart Tech Basics

This low-cost guide explains the simple algorithms behind popular automated applications. It is perfect for complete beginners on a tight budget who do not want to study technical engineering or coding. However, please note that all classes are held exclusively on Saturday mornings throughout the spring term.

F Next-Gen Lectures

Explore the historical journey of digital automation from its early roots to the present day. Available entirely during the July and August summer holidays, this series of pre-recorded video presentations maps out tomorrow’s automated landscape. Best of all, no deep engineering or app development skills are ever taught here.

G Visionary Systems

How do cameras instantly recognize human features and profiles? This completely non-technical workshop breaks down the science of camera automation without using lines of programming. We offer fantastic discounts for individuals, making it the most economical choice available for students who need to save their pocket money this semester.

H The AI Studio

Fascinated by facial recognition and camera engineering? This interactive course explains exactly how modern imaging tools operate. Classes run on weekday evenings and are fully online. Please note that this is a high-level practical lab where participants will spend hours typing complex computer programs and testing software code.

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