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Multilevel · Part 3 · Real Exam Multilevel Test 1 (2026)

How modern smartphones work: Reading answers

Answers to questions 15–20 (6 in all), each with why it is right.

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I Modern smartphones are designed to be sleek, lightweight, and durable. Most use materials like aluminum, glass, or plastic to create a stylish yet strong outer shell. The design isn’t just about looks—it also protects the internal components from damage. Some phones are even water-resistant, allowing users to take calls in the rain or accidentally drop their device in water without serious harm. Manufacturers carefully choose materials that balance weight, strength, and cost, while also considering how the phone feels in the hand. II At the heart of every smartphone is a powerful processor, often referred to as the “chip.” This tiny but complex piece of hardware controls everything—from…

Answers 15–20

  1. 15

    Paragraph I

    G: The design and materials Matching headings

    Paragraph I matches G, “The design and materials,” because it describes the phone’s outer shell and the materials used to make it.

    “Most use materials like aluminum, glass, or plastic to create a stylish yet strong outer shell.”
  2. 16

    Paragraph II

    A: The role of the processor Matching headings

    Paragraph II matches A, “The role of the processor,” because it explains how the processor controls and supports smartphone functions.

    “the processor is the brain that keeps the smartphone running efficiently.”
  3. 17

    Paragraph III

    B: How smartphones connect us Matching headings

    Paragraph III matches B, “How smartphones connect us,” because it describes mobile networks, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS.

    “Smartphones allow people to stay connected wherever they go.”
  4. 18

    Paragraph IV

    E: Touchscreen technology Matching headings

    Paragraph IV matches E, “Touchscreen technology,” because it explains how the touchscreen senses gestures and enables users to interact with the phone.

    “The touchscreen is one of the most important parts of a smartphone.”
  5. 19

    Paragraph V

    D: Cameras and image capture Matching headings

    Paragraph V matches D, “Cameras and image capture,” because it describes camera lenses, sensors, image processing, and video recording.

    “The camera uses sensors to capture light and convert it into digital images.”
  6. 20

    Paragraph VI

    F: Protecting your personal data Matching headings

    Paragraph VI matches F, “Protecting your personal data,” because it describes security features that safeguard users’ information.

    “To protect this data, smartphones use features like fingerprint scanners, facial recognition, and PIN codes.”

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