Flashcard on 'How I See It: One Kid’s Take on Modern Life'

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Why does the author mention videos of cats sticking their heads in paper bags?

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To illustrate that there is useless content online.

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What does the author suggest about books and videos?

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Both books and videos can be educational or just for fun.

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Which sentence from the text expresses the author’s claim? Options: Last night, I was sitting on the couch in my living room, watching a video on my phone about underwater exploration. (paragraph 1), Chances are you’ve had similar experiences. (paragraph 2), Adults need to realize that the Web is a valuable teaching tool. (paragraph 2), YouTube™ and other social media sites are overflowing with videos that are as educational as they are entertaining. (paragraph 2)

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Adults need to realize that the Web is a valuable teaching tool.