Test your comprehension and language skills with this interactive exercise
1. Jimmy worked as a technical support specialist, but he still doesn't have his own PC at home so he thought it was time to purchase one. In search for a less expensive computer he looked for a good deal on eBay. Finally, he found an interesting offer from an unknown eBay seller. When he wanted to pay for the PC online he was unable to access the page, but Jimmy being a smart high tech specialist, eventually figured out the link and made the purchase. After that, he checked his bank account and saw that the correct amount of money was removed. He even received confirmation from the seller.
2. Jimmy thought everything was running smoothly and that he would have his computer in no time. A few weeks passed by waiting for the computer to be delivered, he emailed the seller but he did not receive any response at all. Several days later, Jimmy noticed that his bank account was nearly empty and that those years' savings have gone.
3. It was at this time that he realized he would not receive his computer and that he had his identity stolen. It was all a scam! Luckily, he was able to prove to his bank that he was a victim of identity theft that's why he was compensated for most of the money that was stolen. Eventually, Jimmy cancelled his credit card and changed all his passwords to prevent this from happening to him again.
1. Tick (✓) the right option (1 mark) 1 mark
The text is mainly about a victim of:
2. Are the following statements true or false? Tick (✓) the right box. 2 marks
| Statements | True | False |
|---|---|---|
| a) Jimmy is good at information technology. | ||
| b) The computer was delivered on time. |
3. What does the underlined word in the text refer to? 1 mark
"one" (paragraph 1) refers to:
4. Find an expression in paragraph 3 meaning nearly the same as: 1 mark
illegal trick =
5. Give a personal justified answer to the following question: 1 mark
If you were Jimmy would you do the same thing? Why? Why not?
1. Fill in the blanks with the six words from the list below. 3 marks
moreover / economical / driven / enjoyable / around / secure / although / costly
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2. Circle the right option. 3 marks
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