Teens and Technology Share a Future Vocabulary

Which statement best expresses the author's point of view in these paragraphs?

• He wants teens to embrace computer technology.

• He prefers working with teens to working with older people.

• He finds computer technology simple and thinks everyone else does,too.

• He believes that his knowledge of technology makes him part of an eliteor special group.

Answer explanation

The author gives examples of how technology can solve problems.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the main theme of the article 'Teens and Technology Share a Future'?

• The impact of technology on teenagers

• The history of technology

• Teenagers' hobbies

• The future of education

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Which word best describes the relationship between teens and technology as presented in the article?

• Adversarial

• Symbiotic

• Unrelated

• Hostile

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

In the context of the article, what does the word 'ubiquitous' mean?

• Rare

• Everywhere

• Obsolete

• Expensive

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the author's tone in the article 'Teens and Technology Share a Future'?

• Nostalgic

• Optimistic

• Pessimistic

• Indifferent

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Which sentence from the article best supports the idea that technology is integral to teens' lives?

• Teens occasionally use technology for fun.

• Many teens cannot imagine a day without their smartphones.

• Some teens prefer reading books.

• Teens are indifferent to new gadgets.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What literary device is used in the phrase 'technology is a double-edged sword'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of technology mentioned in the article?

• Improved communication

• Access to information

• Increased physical activity

• Educational resources

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the primary purpose of the article 'Teens and Technology Share a Future'?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To criticize

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

How does the author suggest teens can balance technology use?

• By avoiding technology completely

• By setting time limits

• By using multiple devices

• By ignoring it

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4