How Smartphones Changed Our Lives #B1

Smartphones have become an essential part of our daily lives. About ten years ago, only a few people used them, but now almost everyone has one. Smartphones help us keep in touch with friends and family, look up information in seconds, and stay connected no matter where we are.

They have completely changed the way we work. Many people can now log in from home, check up on emails, and join in online meetings using their phones.
Education has also changed: students can watch video lessons, take part in online classes, and use educational apps anytime.

However, smartphones have some disadvantages. People can spend a lot of time on social media and sometimes forget about the world around them. Using phones too much can cause stress, tired eyes, and less face-to-face communication.

Still, smartphones make life easier and open up new opportunities. They help us plan our day, find directions, and even pay bills online. The key is to use them wisely and find a balance between technology and real life.

📚 Глоссарий

• keep in touch – поддерживать связь

• look up – искать информацию

• log in – входить в систему

• take part in – участвовать

• open up – открывать возможности

• find a balance – найти баланс

1️⃣ Reading Comprehension – Понимание текста

Ответьте на вопросы:

1. What are the main changes smartphones have brought to daily life?

2. How have smartphones affected communication with family and friends?

3. Name one positive and one negative effect of smartphones mentioned in the text.

4. Why do some people feel they spend too much time on their phones?

5. How can we use smartphones more responsibly?

2️⃣ Vocabulary – Используем слова в контексте

Заполните пропуски словами и выражениями из текста:

1. Smartphones allow people to ________ in touch with others easily.

2. Many apps help us ________ our daily tasks more efficiently.

3. Some people feel ________ by notifications and messages.

4. It’s important to ________ your phone use to avoid distractions.

5. Social media can ________ our attention if we spend too much time online.

3️⃣ Discussion / Speaking – Обсуждение и говорение

Обсудите или напишите ответы:

1. Do you think smartphones make life easier or more stressful? Why?

2. How often do you check your phone during the day? Is it too much?

3. What are your favorite apps and why?

4. How can we find a healthy balance between using smartphones and offline activities?

5. Imagine life without a smartphone for one day. What would you do differently?