Technology and Privacy- reading practice

What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage?

• To entertain readers with a story

• To warn readers about technology

• To explain how privacy and technology are connected

• To tell readers not to use social media

How does the author describe the change in privacy over time?

• It has stayed the same

• It has become more complicated with technology

• It is no longer important

• It is easier to protect now

What is the main idea of this passage?

• Technology is dangerous and should be avoided

• Privacy is no longer needed in today’s world

• People must be careful about how much personal information they share with technology

• Governments are doing a good job of protecting people’s privacy

Based on the text, what can you infer about how the author feels about privacy and technology?

Summarize the author’s concerns about privacy and technology in one sentence.

In the passage, the author says, "many still feel unsure and powerless about their privacy." What does this mean?

• People know how to protect their privacy

• People don’t know what to do about their privacy

• People don’t care about privacy

• People trust the government with their privacy

Why does the author warn about the "loss of control over personal information"? How does this warning connect to the main idea of the passage?