초급 시사영어 독해 - How Robots Are Changing Our Lives

Today’s English Reading

Robots are machines that can do many tasks. They are becoming a big part of our daily life. In the past, robots were only in factories. Now, they are in homes, hospitals, and schools. Robots can help with simple chores like cleaning and carrying things. They can also help doctors with surgeries. People are excited but also worried about robots. Some fear that robots might take jobs from humans. Others think robots can make our lives easier and safer. As technology grows, robots will be more helpful and smarter. It is important for us to learn how to use robots properly. Everyone should know how robots work and what they can do for us.

Reading Questions

1. Where were robots mostly used in the past?
   • a) In homes
   • b) In offices
   • c) In factories
   • d) In schools
2. What is a new place where robots are now used?
   • a) Parks
   • b) Hospitals
   • c) Restaurants
   • d) Libraries
3. What is one worry about robots?
   • a) They are too slow
   • b) They might take jobs from people
   • c) They are too expensive
   • d) They are not smart enough
4. What can robots help us with?
   • a) Reading books
   • b) Doing sports
   • c) Cleaning and surgeries
   • d) Making food
5. What should people learn about robots?
   • a) How to fix them
   • b) How to use them properly
   • c) How to build them
   • d) How to sell them

Today’s Vocabulary

• Robot - A machine that can do tasks like a human.
  Example: Robots are used in factories to make cars.
• Task - A job or work to be done.
  Example: Cleaning the house is a simple task.
• Help - To assist or support someone.
  Example: Robots can help doctors during surgeries.
• Worry - To feel afraid or nervous about something.
  Example: Some people worry about robots taking jobs.
• Technology - Tools and machines created by humans to solve problems.
  Example: Technology makes our lives easier.

Today’s Key Expressions

• “Robots are becoming a big part of our daily life.”
  Meaning: Robots are now involved in many everyday activities.
  Usage: Use this when talking about new technology being common.
  Example: “Smartphones are becoming a big part of our daily life.”
• “It is important for us to learn how to use robots properly.”
  Meaning: We need to understand how to work with robots safely and correctly.
  Usage: Use this when giving advice or instructions.
  Example: “Kids should learn how to use computers properly.”
• “People are excited but also worried about robots.”
  Meaning: Some people feel happy about robots, but others feel nervous.
  Usage: Use this to show different feelings about new technology.
  Example: “Students are excited but also worried about online classes.”

한국어 본문 해석

로봇은 많은 일을 할 수 있는 기계입니다. 현재 로봇은 우리의 일상생활에 큰 역할을 하고 있습니다. 과거에는 공장에서만 사용되었지만, 지금은 집, 병원, 학교에서도 볼 수 있습니다. 로봇은 청소하거나 물건을 옮기는 간단한 일부터, 의사들이 수술할 때 도와주는 일까지 합니다. 사람들은 로봇에 대해 기대도 하지만 걱정도 합니다. 어떤 사람들은 로봇이 사람의 일자리를 빼앗을까 걱정하고, 다른 사람들은 로봇이 우리의 삶을 더 쉽고 안전하게 만들어 줄 것이라고 생각합니다. 기술이 발전하면서, 로봇은 더 똑똑하고 유용해질 것입니다. 우리 모두가 로봇을 올바르게 사용하는 법을 배우는 것이 중요합니다.

<이상> 답: 1-c, 2-b, 3-b, 4-c, 5-b