Englisch · 2024 · A2 Silicon Valley - home of the modern computerindustry

You will hear a podcast about Silicon Valley. You will hear the recording twice.

One ending to each of the sentences is correct. Mark the correct ending.

a) Silicon Valley used to be …

• [ ] a region where silicon was found.

• [ ] a dry river valley.

• [ ] an area known for its agriculture.

b) In the 1960s, many students were not interested in …

• [ ] working for big companies.

• [ ] revolutionary new ideas.

• [ ] starting their own businesses.

c) The first computer mouse was developed …

• [ ] in 1986.

• [ ] at Stanford University.

• [ ] by Intel.

d) The company Apple …

• [ ] was founded in 1967.

• [ ] inspired the Beatles' record company.

• [ ] combines work and free time activities.

e) Microsoft …

• [ ] has moved from Seattle to Silicon Valley.

• [ ] allows tourists only to the visitor center.

• [ ] is located in the state of Washington.