Are Bionic Superhumans on the Horizon? HMH

The author included the section “The Superhuman Frontier” to —

• explain that bionics will do more than replace body parts

• express his uncertainty about the future of bionics

• convince readers that bionic body parts are dangerous

• inform readers which types of bionics they will receive

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

In paragraph 17, the writer includes a series of questions in order to —

• express his confusion about the issue to readers

• inform readers about what is certain to happen

• encourage readers to think deeply about the issue

• entertain readers with impossible fantasies

Which idea is supported by information throughout the selection?

• Bionics will improve intelligence and memory.

• Athletes with bionic body parts will perform better

• Many people with disabilities already benefit from bionics.

• Bionics can improve human abilities in many ways.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2