Vocabulary, Writing and Speaking: Technology and Past Progressive

Empareja cada definición con la palabra correcta.

1. I. Make or draw plans for something → h) design (diseñar).
2. II. A machine controlled by a computer that is used to perform jobs automatically → g) robot (robot).
3. III. The natural purpose of something → i) function (función).
4. IV. Person whose job is to design or build machines, engines, or electrical equipment → c) engineer (ingeniero).
5. V. A person who repairs and maintains machinery and motors → b) mechanic (mecánico).
6. VI. A part of something → e) piece (pieza).
7. VII. A creation able to operate independently of human control → a) automatic (automático).
8. VIII. The process in which someone or something grows or changes and becomes more advanced → j) development (desarrollo).
9. IX. A piece of planned work or an activity that is finished over a period of time → f) project (proyecto).
10. X. A piece of equipment with several moving parts that uses power to do a particular type of work → d) machine (máquina).

Write two paragraphs using the past progressive.

Modelo de respuesta:

Last month, I bought an automatic coffee maker. I was unpacking it and reading the instructions when I noticed that the display was not turning on. I was trying to plug it in when I realized the cable was damaged.

While I was looking for the receipt, my brother was calling the customer service number. They were offering a replacement, but I was feeling disappointed. Finally, we returned the machine to the store and got a refund. I learned to check products before buying them.

Create a dialogue using one situation and the past progressive.

Modelo (situación a: The car broke down):

A: What were you doing when the car broke down? B: I was driving to school when the engine suddenly stopped. A: Were you listening to music? B: Yes, I was listening to the radio when I heard a strange noise. A: How did you solve it? B: I was calling a tow truck when a mechanic stopped to help.

b) The elevator got stuck: A: Where were you going when the elevator got stuck? B: I was going to the fifth floor when it stopped between floors. A: What were you doing? B: I was pressing the alarm button while my friend was calling for help.

c) The earthquake alarm rang: A: What were you doing when the earthquake alarm rang? B: I was having lunch when the alarm started. A: Were you scared? B: Yes, I was running to the safe zone while my mother was grabbing the emergency kit.