Understanding Computers and Their Impact

Mrs. Allen Lee introduces a lesson on comparing and contrasting texts. Students learn to identify similarities and differences between texts using examples like posters, an ad, and a news story. The lesson includes a comparison of two articles about computers, emphasizing the use of a Venn diagram for organizing thoughts. The session concludes with an exit ticket assignment, asking why computer use has increased over the last 50 years.

What is the main focus of this week's lesson?

• Exploring scientific theories

• Studying mathematical equations

• Comparing and contrasting texts

• Learning about historical events

What do both posters about taking care of the planet have in common?

• Both have animals

• Both have children

• Both emphasize taking care of the planet

• Both have mountains

What is a key difference between the two posters?

• One is in color, the other is black and white

• One is about recycling, the other is not

• One has children, the other has animals

• One has a tree, the other does not

What feature is highlighted in both the ad and the news story about the DynaTAC 8000x?

• It is available in multiple colors

• It has a touch screen

• It offers 60 minutes of talk time

• It can be used underwater

What is a unique detail mentioned only in the news story about the DynaTAC 8000x?

• It is the first handheld phone offered to the public

• It is available for pre-order

• It has a built-in camera

• It can save favorite numbers

Who is credited with the idea of the modern computer in the first article?

• Alan Turing

• Charles Babbage

• Steve Jobs

• Bill Gates

According to the second article, what is a surprising fact about computers today?

• They are only used in offices

• They are only used by scientists

• They are found in many everyday items

• They are no longer used in cars

What is a common point between the two articles about computers?

• Computers were first used by government and companies

• Computers are only used for gaming

• Computers are only used for communication

• Computers were first used in schools

What significant change occurred in 1981 regarding computers?

• The first personal computer was sold

• The first computer game was released

• The first computer virus was created

• The first computer network was established

Why has the use of computers increased significantly over the last 50 years?

• They have become more expensive

• They are now used in a wide range of everyday items

• They are only used in large corporations

• They have become less reliable