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Unit 21: Working with Computers and Printers Vocabulary Game

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Grammar: Imperatives for Troubleshooting & Present Simple

1. Imperatives for instructions & troubleshooting

Dùng để đưa ra hướng dẫn sử dụng hoặc sửa lỗi máy tính/máy in văn phòng nhanh chóng.

  • Khẳng định (V nguyên thể):
    • Restart the computer. (Khởi động lại máy tính.)
    • Check the paper tray. (Kiểm tra khay giấy.)
    • Click on “Print Preview” first. (Bấm vào "Xem trước bản in" trước.)
  • Phủ định (Don’t + V nguyên thể):
    • Don’t force the paper out. (Đừng cố kéo mạnh giấy ra.)
    • Don’t turn off the printer during printing. (Đừng tắt máy in khi đang in.)

2. Present Simple for general facts & instructions

  • The printer jams when the paper is too thick.
  • You need to install the driver before using the scanner.

Practice Tip:

Hãy thử dùng các câu mệnh lệnh ngắn để hướng dẫn đồng nghiệp cách vận hành máy quét (scanner) tại công ty bạn.

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Dialogue Flashcards – Troubleshooting a Printer Problem

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Sentence Flashcards – Tech & Office Operations Expressions

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Question Flashcards – Tech Quirks & Shortcuts Q&A

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Extra Activities – Reading Comprehension & Role-Play

1. Reading Comprehension

A Day of Working with Computers and Printers in the Office

Most office workers spend their day in front of a computer. The day begins by logging in, checking emails, and reviewing the to-do list. Many people open multiple tabs and programs – Word, Excel, browsers, chat apps – to start their tasks. Keyboard shortcuts like Ctrl + C/V (copy/paste) and Ctrl + S (save) are used hundreds of times daily to save time and increase productivity.

Mid-morning often involves printing documents for meetings or signing. The office printer is one of the most-used (and most complained-about) devices. Common problems include paper jams, low toner/ink, or connection errors. Employees learn to troubleshoot by checking trays, removing stuck paper, restarting the machine, or replacing cartridges. Scanning and copying are also frequent – contracts, receipts, or reports are scanned to PDF and emailed, reducing physical paper use. Many offices now encourage “print only when necessary” to save resources.

Afternoon brings focused work, more typing, spreadsheet updates, and occasional video calls. When problems arise – slow computer, frozen screen, or printer offline – quick fixes like restarting, clearing cache, or calling IT support keep the day moving. By end of day, workers log off, shut down devices, and head home. A smooth day with reliable computers and printers makes work efficient; frequent issues remind everyone how dependent modern offices are on technology. (238 words)

Questions & Answers Check:

  • 1. What do most office workers do first thing in the morning on their computer?
    → Answer: Logging in, checking emails, and reviewing the to-do list.
  • 2. Name three common problems people have with office printers.
    → Answer: Paper jams, low toner/ink, connection errors.
  • 3. Why do many offices encourage “print only when necessary”?
    → Answer: To save resources (paper and ink).
  • 4. What keyboard shortcuts are mentioned in the text?
    → Answer: Ctrl + C/V (copy/paste) and Ctrl + S (save).
  • 5. What happens when technical problems occur during the workday?
    → Answer: Employees troubleshoot (restart, clear cache) or call IT support to keep working.

2. Quick Role-Play Challenges

Hãy chọn một trong các ngữ cảnh dưới đây cùng đồng nghiệp thực hành hội thoại phản xạ:

  • 💡 Ngữ cảnh 1: Khắc phục máy tính bị chậm
    Sử dụng: running slow, restart, close tabs, update drivers, troubleshoot, disk cleanup, productive. (Thực tế: Khởi động lại xử lý 60-70% lỗi).
  • 💡 Ngữ cảnh 2: Máy in hết mực và cần thay
    Sử dụng: low toner / ink, cartridge empty, replace, print quality bad, troubleshoot, order new one, IT support. (Thực tế: Thay hộp mực 2-4 lần/năm).
  • 💡 Ngữ cảnh 3: Scan và gửi tài liệu số hóa
    Sử dụng: scan a document, scanner not working, flatbed, save as PDF, email attachment, file size too big, compress. (Thực tế: 80% văn bản hiện chuyển sang scan điện tử).
  • 💡 Ngữ cảnh 4: Chia sẻ phím tắt tăng năng suất
    Sử dụng: keyboard shortcut, Ctrl + C/V, Alt + Tab, Ctrl + Z, save time, productivity, Ctrl + S. (Thực tế: Tiết kiệm 8-10 ngày làm việc/năm nhờ phím tắt).
  • 💡 Ngữ cảnh 5: Máy tính bị treo giữa chừng công việc
    Sử dụng: freeze / crash, blue screen, restart, lost work, save frequently, Ctrl + Alt + Del, IT ticket. (Thực tế: Nhân viên tốn 1-2 giờ/tuần do sự cố treo máy).