EnglishNEB 2081
1. Read the following text and do the tasks that follow : Television can be defined as an electronic device that is used for receiving sound and images that create television programs which the…
15- Read the following text and do the tasks that follow :
Television can be defined as an electronic device that is used for receiving sound and images that create television programs which the people watch. Television is also popularly known as T.V. or Telly.
Televisions show pictures with sounds. They get data from cables, discs, or over-the-air signals. They turn this data into sound and images. People watch news and shows on them. On March 25, 1925, the Scottish inventor John Logie Baird made the first-ever public display of moving visuals on television. The TV set that Baird made had just one color. It could only show part of the picture. To be precise, it just showed the face of the person on the screen. Back then TVs didn't work well, but it was just the beginning.
The first TV station was set up in 1928 in New York City. Few families had TVs in their homes. The TV broadcasts were not meant to be watched. They showed a Felix the Cat doll for two hours a day. The doll spun around on a record player. They were experimenting to see how they could make TV work. It took many years to get it right. By the end of the 1930s, TVs were working much better. America got its first look at TVs at the 1939 World's Fair. This was one of the biggest events ever. There were 200 small, black and white TVs set up around the fair. The U.S. President, Franklin D. Roosevelt, gave speeches over the TVs. The TVs were only five inches big, but the people loved them. Now everyone wanted a TV. But World War II was going on during this time. Factories were busy making guns and bombs, and did not have time to make TVs for people. When the war was finally over, TVs became popular in the U.S.
By 1948 there were four big TV networks in America. They aired their shows from 8 pm to 11 pm each night. Local shows were shown at earlier times. Most of the time, nothing was shown at all. TV was not "always on" like it today. Then in 1953 color TVs came out. However, they cost too much money for most people. Also, shows were still being aired in black and white. By 1965, color TVs were much cheaper. Soon, TV stations and networks started airing shows in color. People had to switch to a color TV set if they wanted to see the shows.
Now most TVs are high-definition or SMART TVs. This means that they have many lines on them. They have a better picture quality, a really clear image, and superior sound. TVs have come a long way since John Baird's 30 line set. High-definition TVs have 1080 lines. There are also "state of the art" sets, which are called 4K TVs. They have 3,840 lines. These TVs are state of the art because people can watch TV in 3-D. Over the years, the television has really come a long way !
- A. Complete the following sentences using the appropriate words highlighted in the text. Two of them are not necessary. [5]
- a. The low ranking employee must report their problems to their ....... [1]
- b. The organizers refused to include a number of sporting ........ [1]
- c. Thomas Edison was the .......... of the electric light bulb. [1]
- d. She started studying English, but, after a month, she decided to ..... to History. [1]
- e. The word has a very .......... meaning. [1]
B. Read the text again and write: TRUE if the statements agree with the information given in the text. FALSE if the statements contradict the information given in the text. NOT GIVEN if there is no information in the text. [5] - a. John Baird made High-definition TVs. [1] - b. Television was entirely in black and white for almost 40 years. [1]
- c. Why was 1939 an important year for Television ?
- d. Do you think many people were likely to buy TVs in the US after 1965 ? Give a reason.
- e. What can you conclude from this text ?
Answer
A. Complete the following sentences using the appropriate words highlighted in the text.
The highlighted words from the text are:
- device
- events
- inventor
- switch
- precise
Now, let’s complete the sentences with the most appropriate words:
a. The low-ranking employee must report their problems to their superior.
(Note: The word "superior" is not directly from the text, but "boss" or "manager" would also fit. However, the closest logical word from the given options is "inventor," which does not fit. Since "superior" is a common term for higher authority, it is used here. If only the given words must be used, none fit perfectly, but if we consider "boss" as a possible alternative, it would be better. However, since the question expects words from the text, none of the given words fit perfectly. This suggests a possible error in the question. For the sake of this answer, we will assume "boss" is acceptable.)
Correction: Since the question restricts us to the given words, none fit perfectly. However, if we consider "boss" as an acceptable alternative (though not in the text), it would be the best choice. Alternatively, if the question allows flexibility, "superior" is the most logical.
Revised Answer (using only given words): Since none of the given words fit perfectly, this question may have an error. However, if we must choose from the given words, "inventor" is the closest in meaning but does not fit grammatically.
Final Answer (assuming flexibility): The low-ranking employee must report their problems to their boss.
b. The organizers refused to include a number of sporting events.
(The word "events" fits perfectly.)
c. Thomas Edison was the inventor of the electric light bulb.
(The word "inventor" fits perfectly.)
d. She started studying English, but, after a month, she decided to switch to History.
(The word "switch" fits perfectly.)
e. The word has a very precise meaning.
(The word "precise" fits perfectly.)
Final Answer for Part A:
a. The low-ranking employee must report their problems to their boss. b. The organizers refused to include a number of sporting events. c. Thomas Edison was the inventor of the electric light bulb. d. She started studying English, but, after a month, she decided to switch to History. e. The word has a very precise meaning.
B. Read the text again and write: TRUE if the statements agree with the information given in the text. FALSE if the statements contradict the information given in the text. NOT GIVEN if there is no information in the text.
a. John Baird made High-definition TVs.
- FALSE The text states that John Baird made the first-ever public display of moving visuals on television in 1925, but it does not mention high-definition TVs. High-definition TVs came much later.
b. Television was entirely in black and white for almost 40 years.
- TRUE The text mentions that TVs were black and white until 1953, when color TVs were introduced. From 1925 (first TV) to 1953 is approximately 28 years, but if we consider the widespread use of black and white TVs until the 1960s, it can be inferred that black and white was dominant for almost 40 years.
c. Why was 1939 an important year for Television?
- Answer:
1939 was an important year for television because:
- The 1939 World’s Fair in the U.S. showcased 200 small, black and white TVs.
- The U.S. President, Franklin D. Roosevelt, gave speeches over these TVs, making it a historic moment.
- This event marked the first public demonstration of TVs to a large audience, increasing public interest in television despite the ongoing World War II.
d. Do you think many people were likely to buy TVs in the US after 1965? Give a reason.
- Answer:
Yes, many people were likely to buy TVs in the U.S. after 1965 because:
- By 1965, color TVs became much cheaper, making them more accessible to the general public.
- TV stations and networks started airing shows in color, encouraging people to upgrade from black and white TVs.
- The popularity of television had already increased significantly after World War II, and the improvement in technology made TVs more appealing.
e. What can you conclude from this text?
Answer: The text provides a historical overview of the evolution of television, highlighting key milestones:
- Invention (1925): John Logie Baird demonstrated the first moving visuals on TV, though it was limited in quality.
- Early Experiments (1928): The first TV station in New York City broadcast simple programs like a spinning Felix the Cat doll.
- Public Interest (1939): The World’s Fair introduced TVs to the masses, increasing demand despite World War II.
- Post-War Growth (1940s): TVs became widely popular after the war, with four major networks broadcasting shows.
- Color Revolution (1953-1965): Color TVs were introduced but were initially expensive; by 1965, they became affordable, leading to mass adoption.
- Modern Advancements (Present): Today, TVs have evolved into high-definition (HD) and smart TVs, offering superior picture and sound quality.
Conclusion: Television has undergone remarkable technological advancements since its invention, transforming from a simple black and white device to a high-tech, interactive medium that plays a crucial role in modern communication and entertainment.
Final Answer for Part B:
| Statement | Answer | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| a. John Baird made High-definition TVs. | FALSE | The text does not mention high-definition TVs being made by John Baird. |
| b. Television was entirely in black and white for almost 40 years. | TRUE | TVs were black and white until the 1950s-60s, making it nearly 40 years. |
| c. Why was 1939 an important year for Television? | 1939 was important because the World’s Fair showcased TVs to the public, with President Roosevelt giving speeches over them, marking the first large-scale TV demonstration. | |
| d. Do you think many people were likely to buy TVs in the US after 1965? Give a reason. | Yes, because color TVs became much cheaper by 1965, and networks started broadcasting in color, making TVs more appealing. | |
| e. What can you conclude from this text? | The text shows that television evolved from a simple invention to a high-tech medium, with key milestones including the first public demo (1925), early experiments (1928), post-war popularity (1940s), color revolution (1953-1965), and modern advancements (HD/Smart TVs). |
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