Future of Technology

– B2

Technological advancements are progressing at an unprecedented pace, potentially reshaping

our future in remarkable ways. Artificial intelligence, which has already demonstrated its
transformative impact across numerous sectors, is poised to evolve into increasingly
sophisticated systems capable of executing intricate operations. Such developments could
revolutionize urban infrastructure, leading to the implementation of more efficient resource
management systems throughout metropolitan areas.
Another breakthrough technology garnering significant attention is virtual reality, which offers
users deeply immersive digital experiences. The educational sector might witness substantial
transformation through VR technology, as it could enable students to engage with historical
events in previously unimaginable ways. Furthermore, this innovation has the potential to
fundamentally alter social interaction patterns, introducing novel methods for maintaining
connections across geographical boundaries.
The rise of renewable energy is another important development as we look to the future. Solar
and wind power are becoming cheaper and more accessible than ever before. These clean
energy sources can help reduce pollution and combat climate change by decreasing reliance on
fossil fuels.
Healthcare technology also holds promise for improving lives. With advances in medical
research, treatments for various diseases might become more personalized. Innovations like
wearable health monitors can help people track their fitness and detect problems early.

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 While these technologies offer many benefits, they also come with challenges like privacy
concerns. It’s important to address these issues as we embrace new innovations. Despite
potential obstacles, the future of technology looks bright, promising a world of endless
opportunities. By carefully considering how we use these advancements, society can create a
better tomorrow for everyone.

CEFR Level Card

General Level: B2.9
Vocabulary: C1.2
Verb Form: A2.0
Clause: B1.5

Phrases and Idioms

Lemma Count Sentences

a world of  Despite potential obstacles, the future of technology looks bright,

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(something) promising a world of endless opportunities.

 Artificial intelligence, which has already demonstrated its

artificial transformative impact across numerous sectors, is poised to evolve
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intelligence into increasingly sophisticated systems capable of executing intricate
operations.

 These clean energy sources can help reduce pollution and combat
fossil fuel 1
climate change by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels.

 Such developments could revolutionize urban infrastructure,

lead to
1 leading to the implementation of more efficient resource
(something)
management systems throughout metropolitan areas.

look to (someone  The rise of renewable energy is another important development as

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or something) we look to the future.

 Another breakthrough technology garnering significant attention is

virtual reality 1 virtual reality, which offers users deeply immersive digital
experiences.

 Solar and wind power are becoming cheaper and more accessible
wind power 1
than ever before.

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 Reading Comprehension Exercises
True / False
1. Artificial intelligence is unlikely to have a major impact on urban infrastructure.

2. Virtual reality may transform the educational sector by offering new ways to engage with
historical events.

3. Cheaper fossil fuels are driving the change towards renewable energy.

4. Wearable health monitors can aid individuals in tracking their fitness.

5. Addressing privacy concerns is unnecessary as we advance technologically.

Multiple Choice
1. How might artificial intelligence transform urban infrastructure according to the text?
A. By creating smarter transportation methods
B. By reducing urban noise pollution
C. By implementing more efficient resource management systems
D. By increasing urban wildlife habitats

2. What potential impact does virtual reality have on education?

A. Automating grading systems
B. Improving educational content metadata
C. Offering immersive experiences for historical events
D. Enhancing verbal communication skills

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3. How do renewable energy sources contribute to environmental improvements?
A. By increasing biodiversity in urban areas
B. By creating more efficient nuclear power plants
C. By helping reduce pollution and combat climate change
D. By producing cheaper fossil fuels

4. What benefit do wearable health monitors offer, according to the text?

A. They help track fitness and detect problems early
B. They can prevent all diseases
C. They eliminate the need for doctors
D. They improve eyesight instantly

5. What challenge accompanying technological advancements is highlighted in the text?

A. Excessive resource consumption
B. Loss of cultural identity
C. Increased cost of living
D. Privacy concerns

Short Answer
1. How is artificial intelligence expected to transform urban infrastructure?

2. What impact might virtual reality have on the educational sector?

3. How can renewable energy sources contribute to environmental sustainability?

4. What advancements in healthcare technology are mentioned?

5. What is a significant concern associated with technological advancements?

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 Exercise Answers
True / False Answers
1. Answer: False
Explanation: The text specifically states that AI developments could revolutionize urban
infrastructure, indicating a significant impact.
Answer location: "Such developments could revolutionize urban infrastructure, leading to the
implementation of more efficient resource management systems throughout metropolitan areas."

2. Answer: True
Explanation: The text suggests that VR technology could change the educational sector by
allowing new interactions with historical events.
Answer location: "The educational sector might witness substantial transformation through VR
technology, as it could enable students to engage with historical events in previously
unimaginable ways."

3. Answer: False
Explanation: The text states that it is the reduced cost and accessibility of solar and wind power,
not fossil fuels, driving the shift to renewables.
Answer location: "Solar and wind power are becoming cheaper and more accessible than ever
before. These clean energy sources can help reduce pollution and combat climate change by
decreasing reliance on fossil fuels."

4. Answer: True
Explanation: The text mentions that wearable health monitors assist people in monitoring their
fitness levels.
Answer location: "Innovations like wearable health monitors can help people track their fitness
and detect problems early."

5. Answer: False
Explanation: The text highlights the importance of addressing privacy concerns as part of dealing
with the challenges of new technologies.
Answer location: "While these technologies offer many benefits, they also come with challenges
like privacy concerns. It’s important to address these issues as we embrace new innovations."

Multiple Choice Answers

1. Answer: C
Explanation: The text mentions that advancements in AI could lead to more efficient resource
management systems, transforming urban infrastructure.

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Answer location: "Such developments could revolutionize urban infrastructure, leading to the
implementation of more efficient resource management systems throughout metropolitan areas."

2. Answer: C
Explanation: The text states that VR could allow students to engage with historical events in new
ways, thus transforming education.
Answer location: "The educational sector might witness substantial transformation through VR
technology, as it could enable students to engage with historical events in previously
unimaginable ways."

3. Answer: C
Explanation: Renewable energy like solar and wind can reduce pollution and climate change
impact by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels.
Answer location: "Solar and wind power are becoming cheaper and more accessible than ever
before. These clean energy sources can help reduce pollution and combat climate change by
decreasing reliance on fossil fuels."

4. Answer: A
Explanation: Wearable health monitors are described as helping individuals track fitness and
detect health issues early.
Answer location: "Innovations like wearable health monitors can help people track their fitness
and detect problems early."

5. Answer: D
Explanation: The text explicitly mentions privacy concerns as a challenge linked to new
technologies.
Answer location: "While these technologies offer many benefits, they also come with challenges
like privacy concerns."

Short Answer Answers

1. Answer: Efficient resource management.
Explanation: The text suggests that artificial intelligence can enhance the efficiency of resource
management systems in cities.
Answer location: "Such developments could revolutionize urban infrastructure, leading to the
implementation of more efficient resource management systems throughout metropolitan areas."

2. Answer: Engagement with historical events.

Explanation: VR offers students the possibility to experience history more vividly, transforming
educational practices.

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Answer location: "The educational sector might witness substantial transformation through VR
technology, as it could enable students to engage with historical events in previously
unimaginable ways."

3. Answer: Reduce pollution and combat climate change.

Explanation: By lessening the need for fossil fuels, renewable energies lower pollution and
contribute to fighting climate change.
Answer location: "These clean energy sources can help reduce pollution and combat climate
change by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels."

4. Answer: Personalized treatments and wearable health monitors.

Explanation: The text states that medical treatments could become tailored to individuals and
that health monitors aid in preemptively addressing health issues.
Answer location: "With advances in medical research, treatments for various diseases might
become more personalized. Innovations like wearable health monitors can help people track
their fitness and detect problems early."

5. Answer: Privacy concerns.

Explanation: Technological innovations bring about privacy challenges which need to be
addressed according to the text.
Answer location: "While these technologies offer many benefits, they also come with challenges
like privacy concerns. It’s important to address these issues as we embrace new innovations."

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