What point does the author of "Teens and Technology Share a Future" make by comparing an Internet search to an Indiana Jones adventure?

Both lead to the discovery of the truth.

Movies have been made out of both.

Neither would actually happen in real life.

People who search the Internet are heroes.

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B. Part A Which sentence best summarizes the author’s opinion about technology in “Teens and Technology Share a Future”?

It gives humans almost limitless abilities.

It is completely out of teens’ control.

It can be used to stop violent weather patterns.

It is the only way to teach young people to read and write.

Part A Answer: It gives humans almost limitless abilities. Part B Which quotation from the selection best supports the answer to Part A?

What superpower could one possibly want when we have technology that lets us meet new people, invent new things, and help others?

Perhaps it is the years of experience I’ve had in front of a computer, a laptop, or some sort of device with a screen.

Are you curious about something no one you know has even heard of? Then, search for it online—and maybe even come across the wrong answer, initially.

“Here comes a geek, obsessed with technology, preaching about its effectiveness….”

Which quotation from "Teens and Technology Share a Future" best states its main idea?

The world is facing many problems, but young people--using the power of technology--have the opportunity to solve them.

In the grand scheme of things, you've done us all a great service.

You're absolutely right . . How else would you be reading this blog?

If only Thoreau had known that we would be able to look into another person's eyes. . . .

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B. Part A Which of the following is a feature of argument writing, as used by the author in “Teens and Technology Share a Future”?

logical reasons and examples used as evidence to support a claim

an inventive and engaging narrative

new ideas about the topic that have never been shared before

lengthy explanations of technical terms used in the author’s work

Part A Answer: logical reasons and examples used as evidence to support a claim Part B Which passage from the selection best supports the answer to Part A?

You do more research [on the Internet] and eventually uncover the truth.… You’ve turned over a small stone of information … our picture of the world becomes clearer.

Perhaps it is the years of experience I’ve had in front of a computer, a laptop, or some sort of device with a screen.

[T]echnology of the twenty-first century is a window into a new world…

Hopefully, we will not make our problems worse.

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B. Part A What main claim is presented in “Teens and Technology Share a Future”?

Technology can be used in positive ways if young people take action.

Technology encourages storytelling by allowing people to write more.

Arguing over social media is more effective than doing so in person.

It is important to know about the history of technology and social media.

Part A Answer: Technology can be used in positive ways if young people take action. Part B Which quotation from the selection best illustrates the claim identified in Part A?

Today’s teenagers (as of 2014) have the potential to be the most influential … generation of human beings ever seen. But that will only happen if we step up to the challenge….

You’ve turned over a small stone of information, one in a river of millions. With every stone turned, our picture of the world becomes clearer.

Only when the sun breaks out for a moment do I realize how beautiful the snow can be.

How else would you be reading this blog? How else would you understand what “LOL” means, or be able to send a text message without even thinking about it?

Which sentence best describes the author’s perspective on technology in “Teens and Technology Share a Future”?

He feels cautious about its use.

He has negative feelings about it.

The word thermometry contains the Greek prefix thermo- , which means “relating to heat,” and the Greek suffix -metry . Use your knowledge of these two word parts to choose the most likely definition of thermometry.

the measurement of temperature or heat

mathematical problems that involve heat measurements

a device that heats room-temperature fluids until they boil

a type of container that is made of a heat-resistant material

Which sentence contains an appositive phrase?

When we want to buy new songs, we visit Main Street Sounds, our favorite local music store.

Ever since we were young, my sister and I have used the Internet to find musicians we like.

On the Internet, we can watch music videos, hear samples, and read about musicians.

Even though she and I are very different, we will always share a passion for music.

Which sentence containing an appositive phrase is correctly punctuated?

Aunt Vera’s collection of devices—phones, laptops, and tablets—is truly impressive.

Aunt Vera’s collection of devices, phones laptops and tablets, is truly impressive.

Aunt Vera’s collection—of devices, phones, laptops, and tablets, is truly—impressive.

Aunt Vera’s collection, of devices, phones, laptops, and tablets, is truly impressive.

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1 min • 1 pt

What form of technology does the author mainly praise in “Teens and Technology Share a Future”?

laptops

social media

the Internet

smartphones

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Why does the author of "Teens and Technology Share a Future" value technology so highly?

It gives him a way to connect with young people.

It allows humans to find any information they need.

It has created an entire system of online abbreviations.

It has made today's humans more like people of the past.

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According to "Teens and Technology Share a Future", how can today's teenagers become the world's greatest generation?

by using technology responsibly.

by reading great authors of the past.

by writing blog posts persuading others to act.

by using computers to change the way we learn.

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Why does the author of "Teens and Technology Share a Future" recommend that young people filter our "useless Facebook messages" and “out-of-context tweets”?

Doing so will help them focus on their homework.

Doing so will help them relate more effectively to others.

Doing so will help them create a more balanced daily routine.

Doing so will help them find and use more important information.

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According to "Teens and Technology Share a Future", what is one effect of our access to so much information?

We become overwhelmed and give up more easily.

We are unable to distinguish between good and bad information.

We spend so much time sifting through information that we learn less.

We must take full responsibility for finding out what we need to know or learn.

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Where are you most likely to find microchips?

on a lunch tray

inside a computer

on a movie screen

in an email account

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Which of the following is a made up of pixels?

a stuffed-animal dog

a digital photo of a dog

a story told about a dog

a tiny computer inside a dog

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Teens Technology

What form of technology does the author mainly praise in “Teens and Technology Share a Future”?

Why does the author of "Teens and Technology Share a Future" value technology so highly?

According to "Teens and Technology Share a Future", how can today's teenagers become the world's greatest generation?

Why does the author of "Teens and Technology Share a Future" recommend that young people filter our "useless Facebook messages" and “out-of-context tweets”?

According to "Teens and Technology Share a Future", what is one effect of our access to so much information?

Where are you most likely to find microchips?

Which of the following is a made up of pixels?

In which category does the word trigonometry belong?

What point does the author of "Teens and Technology Share a Future" make by comparing an Internet search to an Indiana Jones adventure?

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B.Part A Which sentence best summarizes the author’s opinion about technology in “Teens and Technology Share a Future”?

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