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Scholastic News: Should This Be Your Best Friend?

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which word is closest in meaning to simulate as it is used in the article? (page 3)

a)

believe

b)

imitate

c)

rebuild

2.

Based on the article, some people who think AI companions are a good idea argue that these companions can help people ______.(page 3)

a)

make real friends

b)

change their personalities

c)

become skilled in sports

3.

According to the article, what is one reason Common Sense Media suggests that kids under 18 not use AI companions?(page3)

a)

AI companions are expensive.

b)

AI companions feel sad when you’re feeling sad.

c)

AI pals offer a poor type of friendship.

4.

What can you infer about Remi Bateman’s old prosthetic arm based on the article?(page 4)

a)

It had more sensors than the Hero Arm.

b)

It was more expensive than the Hero Arm.

c)

It was harder to use than the Hero Arm.

5.

What is the section “Early Challenges” mainly about? (page4-5)

a)

learning to use a 3-D printer

b)

living with a limb difference

c)

using a prosthetic arm

6.

What did Remi and her parents do with the money they raised? (page 5)

a)

They donated it to Remi’s school.

b)

They started a business making prosthetic arms.

c)

They helped other kids get prosthetic arms.

7.

What is the main idea of the article? (page6)

a)

Octopuses don’t have bones.

b)

Scientists are designing robots that can move like octopuses.

c)

Scientists studied and named the unique movements of octopuses.

8.

According to “Cracking the Octopus Code,” which move does an octopus use to spread its webbing over prey? (page 6)

a)

fetch

b)

parachute attack

c)

sneak attack

9.

Which of the following events occurred first? (page 7)

a)

Leo Bonilla organized food drives in his neighborhood and at his school.

b)

Leo asked his family to donate.

c)

Leo saw a news report about people waiting in lines for food.

10.

In what year did GivingTuesday start, according to the sidebar? (page 7)

a)

1997

b)

2001

c)

2012