Why I Write Longhand

Use "Why I Write Longhand" to answer the following question.

Use textual evidence to support author's tone.

In paragraph ____ its states that he was ________

Answer explanation

if you said reflective support with text evidence

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Use "Why I Write Longhand" to answer the following question.

In paragraph 4 of the selection "Why I Write Longhand." the author supports the idea that he-

• was proud of his ability to master the use of high-tech tools

• usually chooses the simplest way to accomplish tasks

• avoided facing the reality of his work habits

• is able to learn new skills and computer programs quickly

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

In paragraph 11 of the selection "Why I Write Longhand," why does the author describe evolving computer tools as "a multi-tentacled entity"?

• He embraces the need for writers to multitask.

• His addiction to computer devices has become overwhelming.

• He believes that writers must pay attention to many things at once.

• His experiences designing computer games impact the way he views the world

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In the selection "Why I Write Longhand," which word is closet in meaning to exponentially as it is used in paragraph 1?

• Silently

• Rapidly

• Unexpectedly

• Wonderfully

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the author's overall tone in the text? " Why I Write Longhand"?

• frustrated

• supportive

• excited

• reflective

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Read this quotation from paragraph 9 of the selection "Wy I Write Longhand."

Which is why, after years of making progressively

heavier us of more apps and more devices

to do things I used to do without any devices

at all, I've thrown that train into reverse.

WHY DOES THE AUTHOR USE A METAPHOR IN THE QUOTATION?

• to explain his awareness that he is not alone in his use of technology

• to show his fascination with technology

• to highlight the difficulty in changing his habits

• to express the sense of anticipation about his future

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Based on paragraph 5 and 6 of the selection "Why I Write Longhand," what can be inferred about the author's feelings?

• He is relieved that others agree with his beliefs.

• He is excited about trying new writing techniques.

• He is upset that he has wasted so much time.

• He is confused about which methods to use in planning his writing.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

CCSS.RL.8.6