Living Alone is the New Norm and Will Wi-Fi Ruin Mount Everest?

What is a significant difference between the opinions expressed in both articles?

• The author of “Living Alone Is the New Norm” uses research to convey his ideas, while the author of “Will Wi-Fi Ruin Mount Everest?” largely relies on personal experience.

• The author of “Living Alone Is the New Norm” accepts change brought about by technology, while the author of “Will Wi-Fi Ruin Mount Everest?” rejects it.

• The author of “Living Alone Is the New Norm” thinks social interaction is important, while the author of “Will Wi-Fi Ruin Mount Everest?” favors a life of social isolation.

• The author of “Living Alone Is the New Norm” predicts improvements in the environment, while the author of “Will Wi-Fi Ruin Mount Everest?” foresees ecological trouble.

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How are the authors of the articles similar?

• Both worry that their views may be out of step with those of the majority.

• Both are interested in how changes to culture affect the human experience

• Both express an intention to continue their research.

• Both believe it is important to examine trends in other cultures.

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Both articles conclude with a —

• bold contradiction

• stern warning

• reflective suggestion

• pessimistic prediction

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Which statement do both articles support?

• Life was better before the Internet.

• Change is inevitable

• Most people dislike change.

• Technology should be embraced.

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