DETECTIVE TIMELINE

4º CSE B2 level.

Phone trouble: Reporting a hack

A role-play speaking activity

Get ready for a gripping experience! In this role-play, you'll find yourself in the midst of a cybercrime investigation. Imagine your phone's been hacked, and your bank account is suddenly empty. As the victim, share the details with your partner, who plays the role of a diligent police officer. Engage in a conversation where you report the incident, providing crucial information for a thorough investigation. Use key vocabulary like "e-mail address," "hack," and "police station," all while mastering the past simple tense. Together, you'll navigate the digital crime scene and work towards a resolution. Get ready to uncover the truth!

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Related grammar.

Useful vocabulary

• Vocabulary chunks

• More collocations

• Idioms

• Technology-related terms and devices

• Communication and reporting

• Hacking-related terms

• Financial and law enforcement terms

Describe past events and ongoing actions related to the scenario. To do so, you may use: Past Simple. Past Continuous. Present Simple. Wh- questions.

Were you using a public Wi-Fi network, or were you on your home network?

YOU MUST:

Talk together about at least three of these five topics:

Do you know if any personal information was accessed during the hacking?

Where were you when the hacking occurred?

What happened when your phone was hacked?

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Have you taken any steps to secure your other online accounts?

What security measures did you take for your phone and online accounts?

Describe any suspicious messages you noticed

Were there any warning signs leading up to the incident?

When did you realize your phone was hacked?

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Have you changed your passwords recently?