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1. Both Newton and Leibniz are credited with being the … of calculus.
*mathematicians
*inventors
*legacies
*breakthroughs
2. Calculus was a … that allowed for the solution of previously unsolvable problems.
*rivalry
*breakthrough
*feud
*polymath
3. His machine was called the "calculating clock," and it could add and … six-digit numbers.
4. In conclusion, logarithmic tables were an important computing tool in the past, and their use helped … complex calculations.
5. Match Russian equivalent to English phrases:
A. a square root of 4
B. divide by 4
C. multiply by 4
D. raise to the power of 4
E. add 4
F. корень квадратный из четырех
G. разделить на четыре
H. умножить на четыре
I. возвести в степень четырех
J. прибавить четыре
6. Match the first parts of the sentences with their second part:
A. Wilhelm Schickard’s machine
B. Leibniz's machine
C. Thomas de Colmar’s machine called the Arithmometer,
D. Willgodt T. Odhner’s machine, called the "Millionaire,"
E. was called the "calculating clock," and it could add and subtract six-digit numbers.
F. could perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and it was much more reliable than previous machines.
G. could perform all four basic arithmetic operations, and it was the first commercially successful mechanical calculator.
H. was the first to use a new kind of mechanical mechanism, which made it faster and more reliable than previous machines.
7. Match translations to the English sentences:
A. The Engine worked by using gears and cranks to perform the mathematical calculations.
B. Calculus is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of rates of change and accumulation.
C. Computing machines refer to devices that use mechanical parts to perform calculations or computations.
D. Машина работала с использованием шестеренок и рычагов для выполнения математических вычислений.
E. Исчисление — это раздел математики, который занимается изучением скоростей изменения и накопления.
F. Вычислительные машины относятся к устройствам, которые используют механические части для выполнения вычислений или расчетов.
8. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 Calculus is used
2 in a many fields, from
3 physics and engineering
4 to economics and finance
9. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 The mantissa is
2 the decimal part of the logarithm
3 and
4 the integer part
10. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 His logarithmic tables were
2 published in 1614
3 and quickly became
4 popular among mathematicians,
5 scientists, and engineers
11. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 Having paved the way for
2 the digital machines we
3 use today, these early computing machines
4 were important for the development of
5 modern computers
12. Read a programmer’s monologue below and answer the question. Recently, I had the opportunity to get involved in an exciting project where I programmed an interactive tool with a user-friendly interface, replicating the functionality of a traditional arithmetic device. To accomplish this, I utilized a combination of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to develop the foundation of the program. I wrote code for various functions and operators, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, enabling users to perform calculations easily. I wrote code to replicate the movement of beads along rods to represent numbers. By applying JavaScript's event listeners and DOM manipulation, I ensured a seamless user experience, allowing users to input numbers and interact with the virtual device. The CSS styling brought visual appeal to the interface, enhancing its usability and clarity. Overall, I'm thrilled with the outcome of this project and confident that the implemented code will provide users with an engaging and intuitive online experience. What online tool did the programmer develop?
13. Read the text below and fill in the gap in the summary of the text. Here's a sample simplified code snippet in Python used when dealing with exponential growth of money supply. In real-world scenarios, factors like compounding periods and additional contributions or withdrawals would need to be considered for accurate calculations:import mathinitial_money = 1000 # Initial amount of moneyinterest_rate = 0.05 # Annual interest rateyears = 10 # Number of years # Calculate the final money mass after the given number of years final_money = initial_money * math.exp(interest_rate * years)# Calculate the logarithm base 10 of the final money mass log_money = math.log10(final_money)# Print the results print(f"Initial money: ${initial_money}")print(f"Final money after {years} years: ${final_money:.2f}")print(f"Logarithm base 10 of final money: {log_money:.2f}")In summary, using the math.log () function, we calculate the logarithm … 10 of the final money supply.
14. Sir Isaac Newton and Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz were involved in a bitter … .
*rivalry
*invention
*breakthrough
*polymath
15. The abacus was very important in ancient times because it allowed people to do … quickly and accurately.
16. The user would input the numbers into the machine by turning … , and the machine would then perform the calculation and print the result on paper.
17. It … all the data that the computer needs to access in the future, such as the operating system, programs, and files.
18. Match the English sentences with their Russian translations:
A. A wide range of games involve creating a character and exploring a virtual world, completing quests, and interacting with other characters.
B. A large quantity of games typically simulate real-world sports, such as football, basketball, or volleyball.
C. Many games often involve managing resources and planning strategies to achieve specific goals.
D. A lot of computer games should be played in moderation, and players should take breaks regularly to avoid eye strain and other health issues
E. Most games can be a fun way to pass the time, and they also have potential benefits, such as improving cognitive skills and serving as educational tools.
F. Широкий спектр игр включает в себя создание персонажа и исследование виртуального мира, выполнение заданий и взаимодействие с другими персонажами.
G. Большое количество игр обычно имитируют спорт реального мира, такие как футбол, баскетбол или волейбол.
H. Многие игры часто включают управление ресурсами и планирование стратегий для достижения определенных целей.
I. Многие компьютерные игры следует играть с умеренностью, и игрокам рекомендуется регулярно делать перерывы, чтобы избежать напряжения глаз и других проблем со здоровьем.
J. Большинство игр могут быть веселым способом провести время, а также имеют потенциальные преимущества, такие как улучшение когнитивных навыков и служение в качестве образовательных инструментов.
19. Match the first halves of the sentences with their second halves a-d:
A. Computers have made learning more accessible:
B. In offices, people use computers to create presentations, documents, and spreadsheets
C. Computers have made communication much easier:
D. Computers are very helpful in agriculture:
E. with the help of the internet, we can access a vast amount of information on any subject we want to learn about.
F. which has made it easier for them to organize and share information with their colleagues
G. with the help of computers, we can easily send emails, messages, and make video calls to anyone in the world
H. with the help of sensors and computer algorithms, farmers can collect data on soil moisture, temperature, and other factors that affect plant growth.
20. Match the words to make up collocations:
A. improve
B. track
C. treat
D. achieve
E. take
F. performance
G. changes
H. neurological conditions
I. goals
J. online courses
21. One of the most notable features of modern computer science is its …
*focus on innovation and problem-solving.
*ability to process and store information.
*use in the healthcare industry.
*interdisciplinary nature.
22. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 Modern computer
2 science and
3 technology have
4 transformed the way
5 we live, work, and communicate
23. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 A glucose monitor
2 is a device that
3 is implanted under
3 the skin to
5 monitor blood sugar levels
24. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 This data Is
2 processed and
3 analyzed by
4 powerful algorithms
5 providing healthcare
6 professionals with
7 valuable insights.
25. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 The interdisciplinary
2 approach has led to
3 breakthroughs in areas such
4 as artificial intelligence, robotics
5 and bioinformatics
26. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 In medicine
2 BCIs could
3 be used to
4 treat neurological conditions such as
5 Parkinson's disease and epilepsy
27. Read a dialogue between two crypto currency miners and answer a question on it:
Miner 1: Hey, I'm thinking of upgrading my rig for mining. Any thoughts on which model would be better for mining different coins?
Miner 2: Well, the CPU isn't really the key player in mining. It's all about this one.
Miner 1: Ah, got it. So, we're talking about the one that handles the heavy calculations?
Miner 2: Exactly! The speed of it is crucial for efficient mining.
Miner 1: Makes sense. So, which one would you recommend for mining specific coins?
Miner 2: It depends on the coin. Some coins require more processing power, while others benefit from higher clock speeds.
Miner 1: Interesting. So, we need to find the "right one" for each coin's algorithm.
Miner 2: Absolutely. One with higher gigahertz can handle complex calculations faster, resulting in better mining performance.
Miner 1: Great! Let's do some research to find the ideal one for each coin we want to mine.
Question: What computer component are they discussing?
28. Read the dialogue between two game developers and answer the question below:
Dev1: Hey, we need to optimize our game.
Dev2: Totally! Let's make sure the game runs smoothly on computers with less of it.
Dev1: Yeah, let's start by reducing the size of our game files. We can compress textures and audio without losing quality. Gotta fit within those limits!
Dev2: Good call. We should also manage it dynamically, so we use it efficiently.
Dev1: And we need to be careful not to use too much of it. We want our game to be lightweight and fast.
Dev2: Definitely. We can optimize our code and data structures. Efficiency is key.
Dev1: Lastly, let's give players options to adjust graphics settings. That way, they can find the right balance for their systems.
Dev2: Great idea. Customizable graphics will make sure everyone can play our game without lags or crashes.
Question: In this dialogue, what piece of hardware do the developers discuss optimizing their game for?
29. Read what happened to one Internet user and answer the question below:
You know, I've always thought I was pretty tech-savvy. I mean, I know my way around the internet and all that. So when I heard about this thing, I thought it was the perfect solution. Little did I know that using it would lead to a disaster I never saw coming.
You see, I wanted to access some content that was blocked in my region. It's not like I was doing anything illegal or shady, just wanted to watch a show that wasn't available here. So, I decided to give this whole thing a try. It seemed pretty straightforward: you just connect through a different server and voila! Unblocked content, right?
Well, turns out I was wrong. Dead wrong. You see, this thing acted as an intermediary between me and the internet. It intercepted all my requests and responses, kind of like a middleman. And yeah, it could even mask my IP address, which sounded pretty cool at the time.But here's the catch. It didn't encrypt my internet traffic. And I didn't know any better. So, all the data I sent and received, everything was out there in the open for anyone to see. Can you imagine? My personal information, my browsing history, everything was just floating around, vulnerable to interception and monitoring by those third-party creeps.
I thought I was being clever, finding a way to bypass those restrictions. But instead, I unknowingly put myself at risk. And let me tell you, it's a horrible feeling to know that someone could be snooping around in your private stuff.
I wish I had known about this other thing. It's like a shield for your internet connection, encrypting everything that goes back and forth between your device and its server. That would have saved me from this nightmare. Plus, it gives you a new IP address, adding an extra layer of protection to your privacy.
So, here's the lesson I learned the hard way: not all methods of accessing blocked content are created equal. Yeah, proxies and VPNs might seem similar on the surface, but they're not the same. And when it comes to security, VPNs are the way to go. Trust me, you don't want to experience the heartache and stress of having your personal data stolen like I did.
In this day and age, when everything is connected to the internet, it's crucial to be aware of the risks and take the necessary precautions. So, do yourself a favor and make sure you're using a secure connection. Don't make the same mistake I did.
Question: What did the person use to connect to blocked content?
30. The … is like the nervous system of a computer.
31. The … of RAM a computer has can affect its performance.
32. These programs can be used for a wide range of purposes, such as word processing, gaming, and web ….
33. What is an example of an implantable computer used in medicine?
*Glucose monitor
*Neuralink
*SimCity
*silicon pads
34. Which application of advanced modern computers in medicine helps improve the efficiency and accuracy of patient care?
*Electronic health records (EHRs)
*Medical imaging technologies
*Glucose monitors
*Implantable devices for neurological conditions
35. Electronic gadgets regulate electric … or voltage to carry out different operations.
*currency
*current
*curriculum
*field
36. Find the best preposition for each English phrase:
A. to handle signals ______high frequencies
B. to describe the flow of electricity __________a vacuum
C. to help protect ________potential breaches
D. to keep _________with what’s going on around us
E. to result ______improved performance and functionality of the integrated circuits
F. at
G. through
H. against
I. up
J. in
37. If the system allows us to distantly control temperature, lights, and security in our homes, it is called … .
38. Match the English phrases below with their Russian translations:
A. have properties between those of conductors and insulators.
B. prone to overheating and had a limited lifespan.
C. about 5 billionths of a meter for advanced computer chips.
D. has a vast range of applications in our daily lives, including communication, entertainment, healthcare, and energy
E. has allowed for the creation of lightweight and convenient devices like smartphones, laptops, and tablets.
F. имеют свойства, находящиеся между проводниками и изоляторами.
G. подвержены перегреву и имеют ограниченный срок службы.
H. около 5 миллиардных долей метра для современных компьютерных микросхем.
I. имеет широкий спектр применений в нашей повседневной жизни, включая коммуникацию, развлечения, здравоохранение и энергетику.
J. позволил создавать легкие и удобные устройства, такие как смартфоны, ноутбуки и планшеты.
39. Match the first halves of the sentences with their second halves a-d:
A. The traditional mask-based laser technology requires
B. X-ray beams are directly projected onto the semiconductor material, eliminating
C. Yet, X-ray maskless lithography represents,
D. In the conventional mask-based laser technology, a mask with preset circuit patterns is used to project laser beams onto a semiconductor material, selectively removing or
E. expensive and time-consuming masks for each circuit design iteration
F. the need for physical masks and accelerating photocopying of ICs
G. technical hardships, necessitating high-energy X-ray sources and precise beam control
H. changing certain areas on the silicon wafer.
40. Match the technical terms below with their characteristics:
A. Semiconductors
B. Transistors
C. Vacuum tubes
D. Micro-chips
E. Germanium crystal
F. Used in the development of transistors
G. Operate based on the principle of semiconductors
H. Prone to overheating and limited lifespan
I. Smallest gap between transistors on their wafer is about 5 billionths of a meter (nm)
J. Used in the development of transistors
41. One of the main advantages of X-ray maskless lithography is that it allows for production of circuits of higher … .
42. Put the lines in the dialogue between a processor supplier and a smartphone manufacturer in a chronological order, separate the numbers with 1 gap. Supplier: I apologize for the inconvenience, but we have currently run out of 6-nm micro-chips. However, we do have an alternative option available. We can offer you 2000 micro-chips with a size of 12 nanometers (nm) at half the regular price. Supplier: Hello, this is Winder-Chip Supply Company. How may I assist you today? Supplier: Certainly! We specialize in providing micro-chips for various electronic devices. How many micro-chips are you looking to order? Producer: Hi, this is SmartTech, a smartphone production company. I'm calling to inquire about ordering some micro-chips. Producer: Thank you for the offer, but we are specifically looking for 6-nm microchips for our smartphones. The 6-nm chips provide us with better performance and power efficiency, which aligns with our product's specifications and requirements. Therefore, we cannot consider the 12-nm chips as a suitable substitute. Producer: We are interested in purchasing 1000 micro-chips with a size of 6 nanometers (nm). Do you have them in stock? Supplier: You're welcome! Have a great day as well, and we'll be in touch soon. Goodbye. Producer: We appreciate your efforts, but at the moment, we cannot compromise on the quality and performance of our smartphones. We will wait for the availability of the 6-nm micro-chips. Please let us know as soon as they are back in stock, and we will proceed with our order. Supplier: Certainly, we value your business and understand your need for the specific micro-chips. We will prioritize restocking the 6-nm chips and inform you promptly once they are available. Thank you for considering Micro-Chip Supply Company, and we look forward to serving you in the future. Supplier: I understand your concerns. Unfortunately, due to the high demand for 6-nm micro-chips, our stock has been depleted. We are actively working to restock them, but it may take some time. Is there any flexibility in your requirements, or can we assist you with any other products or services? Producer: Thank you for your understanding and assistance. We'll eagerly await your update on the availability of the 6-nm micro-chips. Have a great day.
43. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 Chips contain
2 millions of electronic
3 components on
4 a single silicon wafer
44. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 A strong password should include
2 a combination of not only
3 lowercase
4 but also
5 uppercase letters
45. Put the words and word combinations below in order to form a meaningful sentence:
1 Unlike vacuum tubes,
2 transistors are
3 compact and can be
4 integrated onto small silicon chips,
46. Read what a representative of a chip manufacturer tells us about one aspect of their manufacturing technology and answer the question below. As a chip producer that aims to accomplish higher levels of power efficiency and scalability, we utilize this type of transistors, which employ extremely thin wires as channels. The nanoscale size of the wires allows for better control over the flow of electrons, enabling faster switching speeds and enhanced functionality in electronic devices. This is one of the key cutting edges of our production. Question: What type of transistor do they use in their processors?
47. The element inside a vacuum tube that together with electrodes controls the flow of electric current is referred to as a … .
48. Transistors are called the building … of modern electronics.
49. What advantage do field-effect transistors (FETs) have over earlier types of them?
*Lower power consumption
*Higher frequency handling capability
*Easier fabrication process
*Better temperature stability