RI.5.1-2 OST Text Evidence, Inference, Main Idea, & Key Details

What are some potential problems that technology could cause according to the author?

Select 2 answers.

• Forgetting to use manners

• Ignoring friends in-person

• Kids using inappropriate sites

• Using tech to cheat on schoolwork

Which sentence from Tirath’s response provides a solution to problems with technology?

• “Some people use it to spread misleading information and post inappropriate things."

• "People post rude comments about others or make fun of people online, because they feel they can do so..."

• "Because of all this, kids should only make accounts on safe websites, and parents should monitor their kids’ social-media moves."

• "Technology can be good, but too many people use it for bad purposes.”

What is the main idea of this passage?

• Technology is useful for lots of different purposes.

• Technology is ultimately good for society.

• Using technology can cause people to act unkindly to each other.

• Some people believe technology is good for society, while others disagree.

Which sentence from Alex’s response in paragraph 5 shows that technology has benefits?

• "Technology does not make us rude."

• "A person's personality has a lot to do with it."

• "People can be mean but they can also be nice."

• "Also, technology helps us socialize."

In your own words, write a response that explains what are some ways to use technology for good. Your response must be based on ideas and information that can be found in the passages.

As you write your response:

use your own words to introduce and develop a topic;

use evidence from the passage to support your topic; and

use clear language to express ideas about your topic by making connections to your evidence.

Be sure to:

include an introductory sentence;

create a focused, organized paragraph(s);

pay attention to the grammar, structure, and mechanics of your sentences; and

include a conclusion sentence.

Which of the following statements is a summary of Tirath's opinion?

• Technology is dangerous

• Technology ruins our relationships

• Technology can make people act unkind

• Technology is a great tool

The main idea of Alex’s response is that technology does not make us rude, some people are already rude.

Select a detail from paragraph 5 that supports that idea.

• "A person’s personality has a lot to do with it. . . People can be mean, but they can also be nice."

• "Some video games even encourage players to help each other, so people learn to be kind."

• "Plus, social media helps us remember important dates, such as birthdays. This allows us to share experiences with other people."

• "Also, technology helps us socialize. We can communicate with each other without traveling long distances."