Teens and Technology First Read Extension Questions

(a) Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including technical meanings.

In paragraph 2 of “Teens and Technology Share a Future,” the author refers to “input methods” when speaking about computer devices. Explain the meaning of this technical term. Consider the denotation, or definition, of each of the two words in the technical term and how they work together to form a definition of the term. Use a print or online dictionary as needed.

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings.\

In paragraph 2 of “Teens and Technology Share a Future,” the author writes that technology is “a window into a new world for all of humanity.” Explain the meaning of this figurative phrase. Consider both the denotation, or definition, and the connotation, or emotional associations, of the key word window.

What does it mean to "cite" information?

(a) Explain what the text says explicitly.

Reread paragraph 3 of “Teens and Technology Share a Future.” What does the author compare finding information online to? Cite evidence from the text to support your response.

(b) Explain an inference you can draw from the text.

In paragraph 3 of “Teens and Technology Share a Future,” the author uses the phrase “a small stone of information, one in a river of millions.” What can you infer about the Internet based on this description? Support your inference using both details from the paragraph and your background knowledge.