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Cochlear Implants: Two Sides of the Story

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 15mins

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Class
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1.

What is the main theme of the article 'Cochlear Implants: Two Sides of the Story'?

a)

The benefits and drawbacks of cochlear implants

b)

The history of cochlear implants

c)

The technology behind cochlear implants

d)

The cost of cochlear implants

2.

Which of the following best describes the tone of the article?

a)

Neutral and informative

b)

Persuasive and biased

c)

Emotional and subjective

d)

Humorous and light-hearted

3.

Identify the correct sentence structure: 'Cochlear implants, which are devices that provide a sense of sound to a person who is profoundly deaf or severely hard of hearing, have been a topic of debate.'

a)

Simple sentence

b)

Compound sentence

c)

Complex sentence

d)

Compound-complex sentence

4.

What is the meaning of the word 'profoundly' as used in the context of the article?

a)

Slightly

b)

Moderately

c)

Extremely

d)

Barely

5.

Which literary device is used in the phrase 'two sides of the story'?

a)

Metaphor

b)

Simile

c)

Alliteration

d)

Personification

6.

What is the primary purpose of the article?

a)

To entertain the reader

b)

To inform about cochlear implants

c)

To persuade against cochlear implants

d)

To narrate a personal story

7.

Choose the correct synonym for 'debate' as used in the article.

a)

Agreement

b)

Discussion

c)

Silence

d)

Conclusion

8.

Which of the following sentences from the article is an example of a compound sentence?

a)

Cochlear implants are controversial, but they offer many benefits.

b)

Cochlear implants provide sound.

c)

The debate continues.

d)

They are devices that help the deaf.

9.

What is the author's perspective on cochlear implants?

a)

Completely against

b)

Completely in favor

c)

Balanced view

d)

Indifferent

10.

Identify the correct use of a comma in the following sentence: 'Cochlear implants have been around for decades but, they still spark debate.'

a)

Correct as is

b)

Remove the comma

c)

Move the comma before 'but'

d)

Add another comma after 'decades'

11.

What is the effect of cochlear implants on individuals according to the article?

a)

They cure deafness completely.

b)

They provide a sense of sound.

c)

They have no effect.

d)

They worsen hearing.

12.

Which word best describes the structure of the article?

a)

Narrative

b)

Expository

c)

Descriptive

d)

Persuasive

13.

What is the antonym of 'benefit' as used in the article?

a)

Advantage

b)

Gain

c)

Drawback

d)

Profit

14.

Which sentence from the article uses passive voice?

a)

Cochlear implants are used by many people.

b)

Many people use cochlear implants.

c)

The debate is ongoing.

d)

They offer many benefits.

15.

What is the significance of the title 'Cochlear Implants: Two Sides of the Story'?

a)

It highlights the dual nature of the topic.

b)

It suggests a humorous take on the subject.

c)

It indicates a historical perspective.

d)

It implies a scientific analysis.