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A. Learn the words.
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silicon a nonmetallic element found in the Earth
microchip a smal l device used to run electronics
monumental of great importance or significance
venture capitalist a person who invests in small companies to help them expand
explode to blow up α to burst

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synonymous having the same meaning
reliant dependent
federal pertaining to a central national government
commerce the trade of goods and services
inhabit to live or be found in a place

B. Read the passage. Then answer the questions.

The Birth of Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley is synonymous with computers. It is located on the southern
part of the San Francisco Bay. It is also really close to Stanford University.
Si licon is an important element in making microchips. The microchip was a
monumental invention that came from Silicon Valley. Modern technology is reliant
upon the microchip. Because of this , hundreds of other technology firms began
to form in the area. Soon Silicon Valley was making microchips, computers, and
software. These companies all needed money, so venture capitalists soon came
in to fund these new companies. Silicon Valley was born
1. Which impαtant invention came from Silicon Valley?
The was invented in Silicon Valley
2. Why are there so many technology firms in Silicon Valley?
There are so many technology firms because
3. What do you think this lecture will be about?
1 think this lecture will be about
률 률 Now practice the questions and answers with a partner.
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