3D printers – 6 Minute English





The Evolution of Printing Technology: From Gutenberg to 3D Printers

In this 6 Minute English video, the hosts discuss the evolution of printing technology from Johannes Gutenberg’s printing press to the emergence of 3D printers. The conversation covers the impact of 3D printing on various industries and its ability to create solid, three-dimensional objects using different materials.

Today’s movie

6 Minute English – The Rise of 3D Printing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Z5iHh2omRA

Listening Quiz

Test your knowledge with the following quiz questions related to the content discussed in the video:

Q1: What was the oldest known text to be printed using wooden blocks?

Q2: What is a prototype?

Q3: What does the phrase ‘Hold on a minute!’ express?

Q4: What are prosthetics?

Q5: What does ‘bespoke’ mean?

Vocabulary

Enhance your vocabulary with the following key terms discussed in the video:

mucking about
playing with something carelessly, not for a serious reason
The kids were mucking about in the playground.

prototype
a model of a product that can be tested, improved, and used to develop a better product
The company created a prototype of the new device for testing purposes.

Hold on a minute!
an expression used to show surprise or disbelief
Hold on a minute! Are you serious?

prosthetics
artificial body parts used to replace missing natural parts
The athlete uses prosthetics to compete in the marathon.

bespoke
specially made for a particular person
She ordered a bespoke dress for the special occasion.



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