Question 8

Part A

You will hear a talk about computers in India. Listen to the talk and complete the notes in part A. Write one
or two words only in each gap. You will hear the talk twice.

Computer Training in Kerala

a) ……………………………………… and paddy meadows surround the beautiful coastal village of

Chamravattom in Kerala. [1]
b) The objective is to teach people of Kerala how to use computers to aid them in their
…………………………. [1]
c) Apart from being taught how to make ……………………………...., locals are taught how to
compose texts, send e-mails and create and edit pictures. [1]
d) Farmers can also be up to date about new methods and ……………………………. are available
online. [1]
e) A local farmer has had the idea of cultivating herbs which can be used to produce a
…………………………. [1]

[Total:5]
Part B

Now listen to a discussion between Mr. Chan and his son Edmond about Edmond's use of computers and
complete the notes in part B. Write one or two words only in each gap. You will hear the conversation twice.

Edmond’s Use of Computers

a) Edmond is busy with a variety of things including sending some e-mails and
……………………………. to a friend about a drama presentation which is tomorrow. [1]

b) Mr Chan is ………………………. about Edmond since he is keeping his mother waiting. [1]

c) According to Edmond all of the lessons are ……………………………… [1]

d) Mr Chan believes that Edmond is not too ……………… to keep his room tidy. [1]

e) The last report book said that Edmond should hand in his work on time and needs to improve
…………………………….. in class. [1]

[Total:5]