WorksheetsCochlear Implants: Two Sides of the Story
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is the main theme of the article 'Cochlear Implants: Two Sides of the Story'?
The benefits and drawbacks of cochlear implants
The history of cochlear implants
The technology behind cochlear implants
The cost of cochlear implants
Which of the following best describes the tone of the article?
Neutral and informative
Persuasive and biased
Emotional and subjective
Humorous and light-hearted
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.'
Simple sentence
Compound sentence
Complex sentence
Compound-complex sentence
What is the meaning of the word 'profoundly' as used in the context of the article?
Slightly
Moderately
Extremely
Barely
Which literary device is used in the phrase 'two sides of the story'?
Metaphor
Simile
Alliteration
Personification
What is the primary purpose of the article?
To entertain the reader
To inform about cochlear implants
To persuade against cochlear implants
To narrate a personal story
Choose the correct synonym for 'debate' as used in the article.
Agreement
Discussion
Silence
Conclusion
Which of the following sentences from the article is an example of a compound sentence?
Cochlear implants are controversial, but they offer many benefits.
Cochlear implants provide sound.
The debate continues.
They are devices that help the deaf.
What is the author's perspective on cochlear implants?
Completely against
Completely in favor
Balanced view
Indifferent
Identify the correct use of a comma in the following sentence: 'Cochlear implants have been around for decades but, they still spark debate.'
Correct as is
Remove the comma
Move the comma before 'but'
Add another comma after 'decades'
What is the effect of cochlear implants on individuals according to the article?
They cure deafness completely.
They provide a sense of sound.
They have no effect.
They worsen hearing.
Which word best describes the structure of the article?
Narrative
Expository
Descriptive
Persuasive
What is the antonym of 'benefit' as used in the article?
Advantage
Gain
Drawback
Profit
Which sentence from the article uses passive voice?
Cochlear implants are used by many people.
Many people use cochlear implants.
The debate is ongoing.
They offer many benefits.
What is the significance of the title 'Cochlear Implants: Two Sides of the Story'?
It highlights the dual nature of the topic.
It suggests a humorous take on the subject.
It indicates a historical perspective.
It implies a scientific analysis.
