Developing new skills

Pick out the equivalents of the following words in the text.

1) healing (adj.):

2) general (adj.):

3) comprehension (n.):

Tick the correct answer(s).

1) Now researchers want to use computers and videogames for

medical

social

purposes.
2) Playing action-based videogames can improve

social skills.

learning abilities.

coordination.

3) The subjects in the study demonstrated increased

intelligence.

comprehension.

motor skills.

Pick out the equivalents of the following words in the text.

1) better (v.):

2) quickly (idiom):

3) believe in (v.):

4) companion (n.):

Tick the correct answer.

1) MMORPGs may improve players' learning abilities.

True

False

2) Players need time to decide who to trust, reject etc.

True

False

3) Social skills acquired while playing may impact family or friend relationships positively.

True

False

Pick out the equivalents of the following words in the text.

1) preceding (adj.):

2) supposition (n.):

3) delicate (adj.):

4) diversity (n.):

Find the mistakes. Then, correct the wrong word.

1) The latest research proved that gamers are socially inactive. ➜

2) Many participants said they would discuss sensitive problems online as much as with their real life friends. ➜

3) It is awkward to speak about issues like sexuality online. ➜

4) It is very difficult for players to obtain advice. ➜