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EXERCISES

A) Choose the best option to fill in the blanks in the paragraph.

Cybersecurity (1)---- a minor concern in the past, but with the increasing reliance on digital technology, securing our
online data has become more evident. Companies and individuals (2)---- the necessary precautions to protect sensitive
information from cyber threats. They (3)---- in security measures and up-to-date software systems to avoid potential risks.
Additionally, artificial intelligence (AI) (4)---- of great assistance, as AI-powered security systems (5)---- cyberattacks in real

time. In the future, AI (6)---- a more significant role in cybersecurity, as it is capable of analysing vast amounts of data and
identifying patterns. However, while AI enhances security, it is not a perfect solution, and human attention is still essential.
Users (7)---- educated about best practices for online safety and be careful about sharing personal information. Soon,
thanks to advancements in technology, AI-powered security systems (8)---- to evolving cyber threats more efficiently, which

will make our digital world safer and more secure.
1. a) had to be b) used to be c) was able to be d) was about to be

2. a) would take b) don’t need to take c) can’t take d) must take

3. a) should invest b) are able to invest c) are allowed to invest d) used to invest
4. a) couldn’t be b) is to be c) has to be d) might be

5. a) can prevent b) need to prevent c) get used to preventing d) have got to prevent

6. a) is able to play b) is expected to play c) must play d) has to play
7. a) don’t have to be b) are allowed to be c) need to be d) mustn’t be

8. a) would respond b) are used to be responding c) will be able to respond d) aren’t likely to respond

B) Circle the correct option.

1. I think Kate might / ought to come to the party tonight if her schedule allows.
2. Would you / Would you mind lending me your laptop for a few hours? I need to finish an important assignment,
and mine just stopped working.

3. You should / would consider taking a short break every hour while studying to allow your brain to rest and recharge.

4. I can / must help you move your furniture to the new apartment this weekend if you’d like.

5. Could / Should I borrow your car for tomorrow’s road trip? I promise to fill up the tank and return it in the same
condition.

6. Why don’t you / How about giving your parents a surprise party for their anniversary?
7. Do / Would you mind if I take a look at your notes? I just want to make sure I didn’t leave out anything important.

8. Is it likely that the team will / had better meet their sales goals by the end of the quarter, considering the current
market conditions and their recent performance?

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