The Fun They Had Flashcard

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What event would a person MOST LIKELY speak sorrowfully at?

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A funeral.

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How does a person feel if they behave NONCHALANTLY?

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Carefree.

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What does Margie think about the schools she learned about in Tommy's book?

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Margie was thinking about how the kids must have loved it in the old days. She was thinking about the fun they had.

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What caused Margie to hate school even more at the beginning of 'The Fun They Had'?

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Doing poorly on test after test in geography.

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How is Margie's education MORE personal than that of students her age in most schools today?

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Her school work is programmed to suit her own specific learning abilities.

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What is the main theme of 'The Fun They Had'?

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The contrast between traditional schooling and future education methods.

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What type of teacher did Margie have?

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A teaching machine.

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What did Margie find in Tommy's attic?

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An old book about schools.

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What emotion does Margie feel towards the concept of a real teacher?

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She feels a sense of longing or curiosity.

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What does the story suggest about the importance of human interaction in education?

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Human interaction is essential for a more engaging and enjoyable learning experience.