The author concludes “The Biometric Body” with the following paragraph: And at Heathrow Airport, James Wayman says, “I don’t wait in line.” A machine scans his iris, and a printed slip welcomes him to the United Kingdom. What is most likely the author’s reason for concluding the article in this way? Consider the rest of the article as your answer.

The author wants to leave readers feeling that biometrics systems have a hopeful future and have already started making life better.

The author wants to trick readers into ignoring the problems with biometrics systems.

The author wants to show readers that biometrics systems work perfectly and have improved people’s lives.

The author wants to remind readers that biometrics systems may be useful only in limited areas such as airport security.

In “Biometrics Are Not Better,” the author states, “Everyone is jumping on the biometrics bandwagon because of the perceived advantages.” Which of the following is given as an example of a perceived advantage?

They are easier to use than passwords.

They work well in dim lighting.

They use an individual’s unique features.

According to “Biometrics Are Not Better,” why can biometrics sometimes be unreliable?

because body measurements can change

because people still use passwords

because the technology is not very good yet

because people do not understand how to use them

Which of the following sentences from “Biometrics Are Not Better” best explains why biometric data theft poses a serious risk?

You can’t replace your fingerprints, your eyes, or any of your biometric data.

Promoters also emphasize that biometrics cannot be stolen as easily as passwords.

If your password is hacked, you can easily change it.

Nothing could be easier than swiping your finger or blinking your eyes.

Which of the following situations could best be used to illustrate the meaning of bypassed?

The trail ahead was muddy, so I turned back and chose another path home.

Sarah needed to talk to her sister, so she rode ahead to catch up to her.

I really wanted to eat pizza, but I thought the sandwich was a better option.

Zach flipped through the movie list, but it took ten minutes to find a good one.

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B. Part A - How does the following passage from “Biometrics Are Not Better” work to affect the reader? However, almost any technology can be bypassed by determined crooks. For example, we leave our fingerprints everywhere: on tables, mirrors, cars, and the very smart phones they are increasingly being used to unlock. Thieves can transfer those fingerprints to molds and create models using household materials.

It gives the reader something to fear.

It makes the reader feel excited.

It gives the reader something to hope for.

Part B - What is the most likely reason why the author chose to include this passage in “Biometrics Are Not Better”?

to show how everyone is vulnerable to the problems with biometrics

to show that biometric technology is usually safe

to show how exciting a future filled with biometric technology can be

to show the advantages and disadvantages of using biometric technology

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B. Part A - What is the central idea of “Biometrics Are Not Better”?

The security risks of biometrics outweigh the benefits.

Many devices now use biometric technology.

More research is needed to determine the benefits of biometrics.

Older technologies are less reliable and harder to use than biometrics are.

Part B - Which sentence from “Biometrics Are Not Better” most clearly supports the answer to Part A?

We should be very cautious before giving in to this new technology.

One research group estimates that about 650 million smart phones used biometrics in 2015.

Users love the fact that the use of biometrics puts an end to confusing passwords.

Using these new scanners can make you feel like you’re living in a science fiction movie.

Read the passages from the two texts. "The Biometric Body" Variability is another problem. Your face's appearance changes with your mood, lighting, the seasons, and so on. "Biometrics Are Not Better" Many body measurements change over time or in specific situations. Fingerprints aren't useful if you cut yourself and need to wear a bandage. Which answer choice BEST states a similarity between the two?

Both passages highlight ways that biometric systems may be unreliable.

Both passages explain how biometric systems work.

Both passages explain why biometrics are very reliable.

Both passages describe an advantage to biometrics.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What do the passages "The Biometric Body" and "Biometrics Are Not Better" have in common?

Both selections are mainly informational texts.

Both selections are mainly argumentative texts.

Both selections address the topic of biometrics.

Both selections express the author's deep feelings.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to “The Biometric Body,” what is one potential benefit of using biometric fingerprint scanners at amusement parks?

to count ticket sales

to prevent ticket fraud

to distinguish ticket types

to sell tickets more quickly

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should the physical features used for biometrics be distinctive, according to “The Biometric Body”?

because the results should link to one and only one person

because features that are not distinctive are difficult to measure

because computer algorithms must convert the raw images into data

because biometrics need to measure features that can be recognized quickly

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CCSS.RI.7.2

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According to “The Biometric Body,” what is one reason DNA would be “the ultimate biometric”?

It would be easily and inexpensively implemented.

It would take advantage of a physical feature that is always changing.

It would make it difficult for someone to pretend to be someone else.

It would reveal private information about a person’s family and health history.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to “The Biometric Body,” what do gait recognition systems analyze?

how people walk

how people smell

how people speak

how people behave

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of these can affect the results of biometrics systems, according to “The Biometric Body”?

aging

blinking

thinking

swallowing

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CCSS.RI.6.5

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of these is an example of someone committing fraud?

someone who steals money from a store cash register

someone who uses a false identity to get a credit card

someone who asks another person for money or food

someone who spreads rumors about another person

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CCSS.RL.6.6

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CCSS.RL.8.6

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Biometrics

What do the passages "The Biometric Body" and "Biometrics Are Not Better" have in common?

According to “The Biometric Body,” what is one potential benefit of using biometric fingerprint scanners at amusement parks?

Why should the physical features used for biometrics be distinctive, according to “The Biometric Body”?

According to “The Biometric Body,” what is one reason DNA would be “the ultimate biometric”?

According to “The Biometric Body,” what do gait recognition systems analyze?

Which of these can affect the results of biometrics systems, according to “The Biometric Body”?

Which of these is an example of someone committing fraud?

Which of these is an example of something that might be forged?

The author focuses on which of the following uses of biometrics in “Biometrics Are Not Better”?

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