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4 Tools
magnifier

Mr. Tech’s
WEEKLY Reading
hammer

flathead screwdriver
ADVICE ●
2 Read the advice column. Then, choose the
correct answers.
1 What is the purpose of the response?

Phillips screwdriver
COLUMN A to explain how to use a magnifier
B to describe different types of wrenches
C to list tools needed to repair electronics
Question: I want to start D to explain the importance of hammers
repairing electronics. 2 According to the passage, which item is used in
What sort of tools do I a different profession?
need to get started? A diagonal cutter C hex wrench
B wire stripper D hemostat
Dear Reader,
Start by buying a Phillips 3 What tool is used with slotted screws?
screwdriver and needlenose
A torque wrench
pliers. These are two of the most
basic tools. Phillips screws are B flathead screwdriver
most common in electronics. C hammer
However, sometimes you’ll see D Phillips screwdriver
wire stripper slotted ones. In this case, you’ll
need a flathead screwdriver.
Another useful tool is a hammer.
Vocabulary
torque wrench
For electrical work, diagonal
cutters are important. You will
●
3 Match the words or phrases (1-8) with the
definitions (A-H).
also need a wire stripper and
electrical tape. A medical 1 ___ hemostat 5 ___ electrical tape
hemostat is also helpful to hold 2 ___ hammer 6 ___ hex wrench
your wires. 3 ___ wire stripper 7 ___ Phillips screwdriver
hex wrench
After these basics, look into 4 ___ torque wrench 8 ___ needlenose pliers
different types of wrenches. I
suggest a hex wrench and a A a tool with a heavy metal head used for pounding
torque wrench. Also, a magnifier or striking
is helpful for detailed work. B an L-shaped tool used for loosening or tightening
screws and bolts with a head shaped like a
hexagon
C a clamping tool used to clamp and hold wires
Get ready! D small pliers with thin long jaws used for cutting
●1 Before you read the passage, talk about and gripping in detailed work
these questions. E a tool that uses a gauge to tighten nuts and bolts

1 What are some tools used when working on F a tool used to cut and remove insulation from a wire
electronics? G tape made of plastic or vinyl used to insulate
2 What tools can be used for cutting wires? electrical wires
H a tool used to drive Phillips screws
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