Задание

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\(\boxed{10}\) Установи соответствие между текстами A–G и заголовками 1–8. Используй каждую цифру только один раз. В задании один заголовок лишний.
Strategies and useful tips

  • Recommended time to fulfil is 10 minutes!
  • First thing you need to do is to read the titles very carefully and translate them. Try to keep them in mind while doing the task.
  • You don't need to read all the texts very carefully. Your aim is to understand the main idea.
  • Most often key information can be found in the very first and last sentences of the texts.
  • The heading must be the one that best covers the main topic, so you need to make sure that the heading you have chosen fits the meaning of the whole mini text and doesn't just simply use some of the same words.
  • Very often you will not find the same words in the texts and titles, so pay attention to synonyms.
  • If necessary, highlight the keywords in the texts.
  • Remember! There is one extra title that you do not use.
  1. Open Information is Vital.
  2. Play and Learn.
  3. Household Products Market.
  4. The Desire to Make Something Do What One Wants.
  5. It Has to Be Fully Equipped.
  6. The Stereotypes Have Been Left in the Past.
  7. Green Advancements in Technology.
  8. Hectic Pace of Life Influences the Market.

A. The household items industry that provides consumers with numerous products has been increasing. It is very successful because of the benefits it offers to customers. People are eager to control every sphere of their life. When they come home, innovations and new technology give them the required feelings. So a home security camera, a robot vacuum and an assistant to turn on the lights are some of the most popular. Many organisations examine consumer habits and their behaviour to produce something new.

B. The fact is that people want joy and entertainment. That's why the household items industry offers new experiences and encourages consumers to have fun with everyday routines. A speaking assistant, a video game with virtual reality, a fridge that chooses and cooks food for everybody's needs in a family are in demand. People are even offered to experience new devices in the shop and play with them. Gamification will grow, giving people the chance to escape from their busy lifestyles and uplift their moods.

C. Speaking about how consumers make their choices, it's worth mentioning that it is very important for companies to be honest with their clients. People want to know not only about the products they buy but also about the brands they buy from. The companies become more transparent in their actions and businesses. They try to show their accomplishments, developments and weaknesses. If one goes online to find information about the enterprise they are interested in, they definitely find a website with a vivid picture of manufacturing and its mission.

D. Household items industries have to keep updated on what's happening in family units. Collecting and examining statistics is something most producers can't live without. All new products are being developed in order to satisfy consumers' needs and desires. Household chores have become more equally shared between men and women. Cooking, laundry, washing and cleaning aren't only women's duties nowadays. Children are becoming more independent, as they are too busy at school and might be excused from doing household chores.

E. What is a piece of great news for household companies is that people are obsessed with cleaning and tidying. However, it is quite important to know that the most frequently cleaned room is the kitchen. The kitchen essentials are motion-sensitive kitchen faucets, smart refrigerators, programmed coffee makers, interactive stoves. Disaster preparation, total integration and automation are key features of a modern kitchen. The kitchen at home is a place where families spend time together cooking or eating a meal and watching TV. Consumers expect the kitchen to be a more comfortable and well-equipped space.

F. Household devices are turning into smart and helpful things in people's houses. What's more crucial is that they are becoming green or energy efficient. So a new challenge for the household items industry is creating things that will reduce a person's overall carbon footprint and support human activities. Consumers are seeking brands that produce goods that can reduce people's impact on the environment. Robotic devices and solar-powered appliances allow not only to reduce monthly bills but also take control of one's energy usage.

G. Gamification is important for adults but for children, it's becoming a part of the learning process. Modern tech helpers turn doing household chores into a pleasant activity. A robot vacuum plays music during the time of cleaning. Different procedures might be developed into something interesting. The system of family rewards helps children to enjoy their actions. Discussing and involving children in a chat about family members' duties is a good first step. Children will be more willing to help when they understand everybody does the same.

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