Tema 7.1: Reading. Do/did as a verb substitute.

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TEMA 1: DO/DID AS A VERB SUBSTITUTE.

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DO/DID COMO UN VERBO SUSTITUTO

ERR.7.1.1

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                                          AR.7.1.1

A Day in the Mine

I am working in a mine for Gold, and I do enjoy it. It’s not just Gold we find here; we have Iron, Copper, and Silver too. Anytime I do come across Aluminum or Platinum, I feel like I’ve hit the jackpot. My friend, who did help me yesterday, found some Zinc and Mercury. She is sharper than a Titanium knife when it comes to finding Nickel. We do mix work with pleasure, often enjoying the sky while we work. Using a simple spoon, she uncovered more than I thought possible. I did tell her she was good enough to be a pro. We likewise talk about finding something spectacular every day.

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ERR.7.1.2

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Exploring the vast underground chambers of the mine was both thrilling and challenging. The miners were focused on extracting valuable resources like Iron, Copper, and Gold, all essential for various industries. Silver veins sparkled under the dim lights, adding a touch of beauty to the otherwise gritty surroundings. In one section, workers carefully handled Aluminum ore, ensuring its purity remained intact. The discovery of Platinum near a hidden pocket surprised everyone. Zinc was also abundant, forming deposits along the rocky walls. Special care was taken when handling Mercury, given its toxic nature. Titanium extraction required precision due to its toughness. Nickel was another key element found in the mine, adding to its economic importance.

The foreman reminded everyone of the dangers associated with mining these elements. He emphasized the need for protective gear, especially when near Mercury. The tools used for mining Iron and Copper were state-of-the-art, enabling efficient extraction. A heated discussion arose over how to best transport Gold and Silver to the surface. Engineers devised a new method for refining Aluminum, reducing waste significantly. Finding Platinum boosted morale, and workers celebrated the achievement. Extracting Zinc required teamwork, as its deposits were scattered. The challenges of working with Titanium did not deter the determined miners. Handling Nickel, though difficult, was crucial for meeting production goals.

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1. La frase que mejor se adapta a "The miners were focused on extracting valuable resources like Iron, Copper, and Gold, all essential for various industries" es:

• a) "The miners extracted only one resource from the mine."
• b) "Gold was the only resource extracted by the miners."
• c) "The miners ignored the valuable resources found in the mine."
• d) "Iron, Copper, and Gold were not considered valuable by the miners."
• e) "The mine contained no resources for industrial use."
• f) "The miners concentrated on extracting Iron, Copper, and Gold for industrial use."

2. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Silver, though not as common as Iron, added diversity to the resources" es:

• a) "Silver was more abundant than Iron in the mine."
• b) "The mine did not contain any Silver at all."
• c) "The workers ignored the Silver resources completely."
• d) "Silver was the main focus of extraction in the mine."
• e) "Silver was less abundant than Iron but contributed to the mine's variety of resources."
• f) "Iron and Silver were equally common in the mine."

3. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Gold discovery excited the miners and boosted their morale" es:

• a) "The discovery of Gold discouraged the miners."
• b) "Finding Gold uplifted the workers and motivated them further."
• c) "Gold was a routine find that did not excite anyone."
• d) "Gold was not found in the mine at all."
• e) "The workers were indifferent to the discovery of Gold."
• f) "Gold was discovered, but it did not affect the miners' morale."

4. La frase que mejor se adapta a "The mine's success depended on a combination of resources, teamwork, and safety measures" es:

• a) "The mine's failure was due to a lack of resources and teamwork."
• b) "The mine's success had nothing to do with safety or teamwork."
• c) "The resources alone were enough for the mine's success."
• d) "Teamwork and safety were ignored in the mine's operations."
• e) "The prosperity of the mine relied on its resources, the workers' collaboration, and strict safety p
• f) "The mine's success depended only on safety measures."

5. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Copper extraction required advanced tools to reach deeper deposits" es:

• a) "Copper extraction relied on basic, outdated tools."
• b) "Specialized equipment was necessary to extract deeper Copper deposits."
• c) "Copper deposits were shallow and required no effort to reach."
• d) "The workers did not have the tools needed for Copper extraction."
• e) "No Copper was found in this mine."
• f) "Copper was easy to extract without any advanced tools."

6. La frase que mejor se adapta a "The Titanium section required specialized tools to break through the tough layers" es:

• a) "The Titanium section was easy to work on without special tools."
• b) "Workers found Titanium in soft, accessible layers."
• c) "No special equipment was used in the Titanium section."
• d) "The workers ignored the Titanium section entirely."
• e) "The hard layers in the Titanium section necessitated advanced equipment for extraction."
• f) "The tough layers in the mine had no connection to Titanium."

7. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Nickel added economic value, complementing the mine's output" es:

• a) "The mine's economy did not benefit from Nickel at all."
• b) "Nickel overshadowed all other resources in the mine."
• c) "Nickel was too scarce to be economically significant."
• d) "Nickel was ignored as it had no economic value."
• e) "Nickel contributed to the overall profitability of the mine's resources."
• f) "The workers did not bother extracting Nickel."

8. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Miners were cautious when working with Mercury because of its hazards" es:

• a) "Due to its toxicity, miners handled Mercury with care."
• b) "No Mercury was present in the mine."
• c) "The miners did not consider the risks of handling Mercury."
• d) "The miners were unaware of Mercury's hazardous nature."
• e) "Mercury extraction posed no challenges for the workers."
• f) "Mercury was extracted carelessly, despite its dangers."

9. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Miners celebrated their progress as they unearthed new deposits" es:

• a) "Progress in finding deposits went unnoticed by the workers."
• b) "The workers were indifferent to their progress."
• c) "New deposits caused frustration among the miners."
• d) "The workers cheered as they discovered additional valuable materials."
• e) "The miners ignored the new deposits they found."
• f) "No new deposits were unearthed during their work."

10. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Platinum, rare and precious, was the pride of the mine" es:

• a) "Platinum was considered less valuable than other resources."
• b) "Platinum was common and unremarkable in the mine."
• c) "Platinum was a prized resource due to its rarity and value."
• d) "Platinum was ignored by the miners."
• e) "Platinum was abundant and unimportant."
• f) "The mine did not contain any Platinum."

11. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Aluminum was extracted in large quantities due to its wide industrial use" es:

• a) "Aluminum was ignored as it had no practical use."
• b) "The miners focused on Aluminum because of its extensive applications in industry."
• c) "Aluminum was considered the least useful resource in the mine."
• d) "Aluminum was extracted in small amounts due to limited demand."
• e) "The mine had no Aluminum deposits available."
• f) "Aluminum extraction was rare and insignificant."

12. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Zinc was found in abundance, aiding the mine's profitability" es:

• a) "Zinc deposits were too small to impact profitability."
• b) "Zinc was scarce and did not help the mine's revenue."
• c) "The abundance of Zinc contributed to the mine's financial success."
• d) "Zinc extraction caused financial losses for the mine."
• e) "The miners ignored the Zinc deposits entirely."
• f) "Zinc was not extracted because it was unprofitable."

13. La frase que mejor se adapta a "The miners valued teamwork to ensure efficient extraction processes" es:

• a) "Collaboration among the miners was crucial for effective resource extraction."
• b) "Teamwork slowed down the mining process."
• c) "The miners disregarded the importance of teamwork."
• d) "The miners worked individually without coordination."
• e) "Efficiency was achieved without any teamwork in the mine."
• f) "Teamwork was not necessary for mining operations."

14. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Safety measures were strictly followed to avoid accidents in the mine" es:

• a) "The workers avoided safety rules to save time."
• b) "Accidents were common because safety was overlooked."
• c) "The mine had no safety measures in place."
• d) "Safety rules were ignored, leading to frequent accidents."
• e) "The miners worked without any safety precautions."
• f) "The miners adhered to safety protocols to prevent workplace injuries."

15. La frase que mejor se adapta a "The extraction of Mercury required extra caution due to its toxicity" es:

• a) "The workers were unaware of Mercury's toxic properties."
• b) "Mercury was extracted recklessly despite its dangers."
• c) "No special care was taken when extracting Mercury."
• d) "Mercury was not toxic, so no precautions were needed."
• e) "Mercury's hazardous nature made careful handling essential during extraction."
• f) "The miners ignored the risks of Mercury extraction."

16. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Nickel was extracted alongside other metals to maximize the mine's output" es:

• a) "Nickel did not complement the output of the mine."
• b) "Nickel extraction was not part of the mining process."
• c) "Nickel contributed to the overall productivity of the mine when mined with other resources."
• d) "Nickel was the sole resource extracted from the mine."
• e) "Nickel extraction hindered the progress of mining operations."
• f) "The mine's productivity decreased because of Nickel extraction."

17. La frase que mejor se adapta a "The workers relied on advanced technology to process Aluminum efficiently" es:

• a) "The workers avoided using advanced technology for Aluminum."
• b) "Aluminum processing did not involve any special equipment."
• c) "The miners used modern equipment to ensure the effective processing of Aluminum."
• d) "The technology used for Aluminum was outdated and inefficient."
• e) "Processing Aluminum was not a priority for the miners."
• f) "Aluminum was processed manually without any technology."

18. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Team spirit among the miners helped overcome tough challenges" es:

• a) "Team spirit was absent among the miners during tough situations."
• b) "The miners did not encounter any challenges."
• c) "Teamwork caused more challenges for the miners."
• d) "A sense of unity among the workers allowed them to tackle difficulties successfully."
• e) "Challenges were ignored due to a lack of unity among the miners."
• f) "The miners faced challenges alone without any team support."

19. La frase que mejor se adapta a "Zinc was a key resource for industrial applications, ensuring steady demand" es:

• a) "Zinc's industrial importance guaranteed its high demand and consistent extraction."
• b) "Zinc extraction was sporadic due to a lack of demand."
• c) "Zinc had no significant role in industrial use."
• d) "The demand for Zinc was low due to its limited applications."
• e) "Zinc was extracted purely for experimental purposes."
• f) "Industrial needs did not include Zinc as a resource."

20. La frase que mejor se adapta a "The miners celebrated the discovery of Platinum, the most precious metal in the mine" es:

• a) "Platinum was considered an ordinary metal by the miners."
• b) "No one noticed the presence of Platinum in the mine."
• c) "The workers rejoiced after finding Platinum, the mine's most valuable metal."
• d) "The miners were indifferent to the discovery of Platinum."
• e) "Platinum was ignored because it had no value."
• f) "The discovery of Platinum caused disappointment among the workers."

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