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The Fourth Industrial Revolution Is Here. Are You Ready?

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 9mins

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In the context of technology, what is an "augmented product"?

a product with fewer features

a product with additional features or services

a product that is obsolete

a product that is purely digital

What does the term "regenerate" primarily mean in a biological context?

to destroy or break down

to grow or be renewed

to mutate or change form

to remain unchanged

Which of the following best describes the role of a postulate in a logical argument?

It is a conclusion derived from evidence.

It is a foundational assumption used to build further reasoning.

It is a contradiction that needs resolution.

It is a detailed explanation of a phenomenon.

Which of the following is an example of automation in daily life?

writing a letter by hand

using a washing machine

reading a book

riding a bike to work

The author’s main reason for including the information in paragraph 5 is most likely to —

establish the authenticity of his argument

explain many useful purposes of technology

list several recent advances in computer technology

promote an important book about the next revolution

Which phrase in paragraph 8 helps the reader understand the meaning of postulates?

outlines his concerns

unwilling to adapt

regulate these technologies

inequalities could grow

The author includes the concession in paragraph 8 most likely to —

describe the various methods used by society when embracing new technology

establish that there are inherent dangers in developing and managing new technology

demonstrate how organizations can overcome the dangers of new technology

explain why governments and businesses refuse to work together when adapting to new technology

The graphic best serves to reinforce the idea that the fourth revolution will —

need cyber systems more than computer systems

double the number of cyber systems currently in use

replace current automated systems with cyber systems

enhance existing automation through the use of cyber systems

The author most likely includes the graphic of the four revolutions to visually —

show the progression of the revolutions as identified in paragraph 1

highlight the types of technologies impacted as listed in paragraph 6

demonstrate the number of jobs that are at risk as stated in paragraph 9

explain the ways wealth and power will evolve as observed in paragraph 11

10.

Which phrase in paragraph 9 helps the reader understand the meaning of automation?

machines will replace workers

across a vast spectrum

from drivers to accountants

jobs are at risk

11.

Argumentative texts are usually structured as a series of claims supported by evidence.
Identify each quote from the selection that is a claim.

And it’s well on its way and will change most of our jobs. (paragraph 4)

These new technologies will impact all disciplines, economies and industries, and even challenge our ideas about what it means to be human. (paragraph 6)

In short, it is the idea of smart factories in which machines are augmented with web connectivity and connected to a system that can visualize the entire production chain and make decisions on its own. (paragraph 3)

In this fourth revolution, we are facing a range of new technologies that combine the physical, digital and biological worlds. (paragraph 6)

12.

Argumentative texts are usually structured as a series of claims supported by evidence.
Identify the quote from the selection is not evidence used to support the author’s argument.

In this fourth revolution, we are facing a range of new technologies that combine the physical, digital and biological worlds. (paragraph 6)

Schwab outlines his concerns that organizations could be unable or unwilling to adapt to these new technologies and that governments could fail to employ or regulate these technologies properly. (paragraph 8)

And it’s well on its way and will change most of our jobs. (paragraph 4)

13.

Aside from the reader in general, to whom does the author direct the call to action at the end of the selection?

teachers and educators

parents of young children

developers of new technology

government and business leaders

14.

Which quote best supports the answer to the previous question?

. . . shifting power will create important new security concerns, and . . . inequalities could grow rather than shrink if things are not managed properly. (paragraph 8)

. . . as automation increases, computers and machines will replace workers across a vast spectrum of industries, from drivers to accountants and estate agents to insurance agents. (paragraph 9)

Historically, industrial revolutions have always begun with greater inequality followed by periods of political and institutional change. (paragraph 11)

It seems a safe bet to say, then, that our current political, business, and social structures may not be ready or capable of absorbing all the changes a fourth industrial revolution would bring. . . . (paragraph 12)

15.

Read this sentence about the article. Which is the correct way to fix the capitalization errors?

Because as many as 47 Percent of U.S. jobs are at risk from an increase in automation, many people expect that Low-Wage jobs will disappear first.

Because as many as 47 percent of U.S. jobs are at risk from an increase in automation, many people expect that low-wage jobs will disappear first.

Because as many as 47 percent of u.s. jobs are at risk from an increase in automation, many people expect that Low-Wage jobs will disappear first.

Because as many as 47 Percent of u.s. jobs are at risk from an increase in automation, many people expect that low-wage jobs will disappear first.

16.

According to the author, there are multiple ways an industrial revolution can impact society. Which two impacts does the author anticipate will be part of the fourth industrial revolution that were not considered impacts in past revolutions?

The spread of democracy

The polarization of wealth

A new type of security concern

A challenge to the definition of humanity

The development of social safety nets

17.

Read this sentence about the article. Which is the correct way to fix the capitalization errors in this sentence?

In his book, Klaus Schwab of the world Economic Forum claims that this Fourth Revolution is different from the previous Three by stating that people today face a range of new technologies that combine the physical, digital, and biological worlds.

In his book, Klaus Schwab of the world economic forum claims that this fourth revolution is different from the previous three by stating that people today face a range of new technologies that combine the Physical, Digital, and Biological worlds.

In his book, Klaus Schwab of the World Economic Forum claims that this fourth revolution is different from the previous three by stating that people today face a range of new technologies that combine the physical, digital, and biological worlds.

In his book, Klaus Schwab of the world economic forum claims that this Fourth Revolution is different from the previous three by stating that people today face a range of new technologies that combine the physical, digital, and biological worlds.

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The Fourth Industrial Revolution Is Here. Are You Ready?

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 9mins

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