The Fun They Had Flashcard

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What is the main difference between Margie's teacher and teachers today?

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Margie's teacher is a machine.

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What adjective best describes someone who loftily answers a question?

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Snobby.

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What does Margie's mother say about teachers?

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A teacher has to be adjusted to fit the mind of each boy and girl it teaches.

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How is Margie's education more personal than that of students today?

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Her school work is programmed to suit her own specific learning abilities.

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At which event would a person most likely speak sorrowfully?

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A funeral.

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What is a mechanical teacher?

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A machine that teaches students, as seen in 'The Fun They Had'.

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What does it mean for education to be personalized?

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Education tailored to fit the individual learning needs of each student.

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What is the significance of regular learning hours according to Margie's mother?

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Little girls learn better if they learn at regular hours.

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How does Margie's experience with her teacher differ from traditional schooling?

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Margie's teacher focuses solely on her learning, unlike traditional teachers who manage multiple students.

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What does the term 'loftily' imply about someone's attitude?

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It suggests a sense of superiority or arrogance.