Vocabulary
Give one word from the first paragraph (lines 1-5 of "The future is here!") that means 'greatly'.
Dramatically
Give two examples of informal language from the second paragraph (lines 6-10 of "The future is here!") and briefly explain the effect of one.
Two examples are: 'let's face it' and 'we all do'. The effect is to create a chatty, relatable, or friendly tone with the reader
What is the main purpose of "The future is here!" article? (Choose one: to inform the reader, to persuade the reader, to advise the reader, to entertain the reader).
To entertain the reader
In addition to a headline and subheadings, what are two further features in "The future is here!" article that are typical of this text type?
Any two of the following: Bullet points/lists (for prediction scores) , a conversational/chatty tone , use of statistics/dates , inclusion of personal opinion (e.g., "Sounds good to me!") , or a conclusion/summary
What invention did Arthur C. Clarke write about that was an electronic device storing lots of information, which the article says "Sounds familiar"?
He wrote about an electronic device called a Newspad.
In the article "How the web was born," what is the definition of the word infophile?
Someone who enjoys finding out information
How has the writer made the opening of "The future is here!" effective? Give a clear example to support your answer.
The writer uses rhetorical questions to directly engage the reader. Example: "Ever wondered what might happen in the future? Flying cars? Computers in brains?".
What is the main purpose of the text "Why we love terrible stories"?
The main purpose is to explain the appeal and popularity of dystopian fiction by discussing the human fears it addresses and how it reflects the time in which it is written.
What feature does the "How the web was born" article include at the end (Page 2) to quickly summarize the key information for readers "Pushed for time"?
It uses a bulleted list or summary box of key dates and events
According to the "How the web was born" article, what major change happened in 1983 that meant networked communication was no longer only for military purposes?
ARPAnet allowed the National Science Foundation Network (NSFNET) to use part of its network.
In the 'Dystopian stories' text, what does the word permit mean in the context of The Queue?
A licence that grants permission to do something
Give two interesting examples of sentence punctuation from the third paragraph (lines 11-17 of "The future is here!") and explain the effect of one.
Example 1: An exclamation mark after "Sounds good to me!". Effect: It adds enthusiasm or excitement to the writer's voice. Example 2: Ellipsis after "Imagine the fun you could have...". Effect: It allows the reader to imagine or fill in the rest of the idea, creating a moment of pause or daydreaming.
What was the original, specific purpose for the creation of ARPAnet?
To protect communications (specifically US telephone lines) from a potential attack, such as one from space, following the Soviet launch of Sputnik
What text feature is used for the names 'Samir' and 'Liu' in the "Two views" text, and what does this feature signify about the text?
They are used as subheadings. This signifies that the text is structured to present two distinct, contrasting perspectives or viewpoints on the topic of mobile phones
In Extract 1 of The Maze Runner, what is located in the exact middle of the courtyard of the Glade?
The hole of the Box
Identify a word from Extract 1 of The Maze Runner that means looking like.
Resembling
In the "Two views" text, what is the core difference in attitude towards mobile technology between Samir and Liu?
Samir sees mobile phones as a disaster that takes over children's lives, leading to negative outcomes like poor exam results. Liu argues that phones have changed children's lives for the better, making them smarter, more aware, and improving their school performance.
According to the publisher Laika Masood in "Why we love terrible stories," what are two common human fears that dystopian fiction explores in an extreme way?
1. The fear of being controlled by those more powerful than them. 2. The fear of having their identities and personalities squashed
The article about Tim Berners-Lee is subtitled "a brief guide." What two features in the text support the idea that it is a 'guide' or informational text?
Any two of the following: 1. It is written in a formal, objective, and informative style . 2. It presents key biographical facts (e.g., education, job, date of invention). 3. It lists specific achievements and awards (e.g., Turing Prize, Millennium Technology Prize, Knighthood) . 4. It includes titles and organizations Berners-Lee is involved with (e.g., World Wide Web Consortium, Professor at MIT).
What is the significance of the repeating pattern of deep holes on the left side and rods on the right side of the East Door in Extract 2 of The Maze Runner?
It showed that the walls could move and close , trapping people inside the Glade.
The article "How the web was born" mentions that Tim Berners-Lee's creation 'sealed the deal.' What does this idiomatic phrase mean?
Completed an agreement
Explain two ways the author of the "Blog post about mobile phones" uses language to present a balanced view of technology's effect on children.
1. The author uses juxtaposition or contrast between the past and present (e.g., "creative play was replaced with video games," or "Less technologically advanced, but more innocent" ) to acknowledge the loss of traditional activities while recognizing the new digital world . 2. The author uses positive framing for new skills (e.g., "made them communicate, just in a different way," and Kylie is "fantastic at reading people," ) to show that the negative changes are accompanied by new, valuable social and practical skills (e.g., cooking, learning languages, global awareness) .
The writer of the "Rise of the Machines" article uses questions like "Where will it end?" and "What happens when we become the slaves and they become the masters?" What is the purpose of using these questions?
The purpose of these rhetorical questions is to express the writer's anxiety and alarm about the future of technology, encouraging the reader to share their fear and reflect on the potential negative consequences of computers taking over human roles.
The description of The Queue mentions the Gate, the Queue, and the need for a permit, while Leila mentions walls, sectors, and a Purity Camp. What is the shared effect of these specific, capitalized or technical nouns in the dystopian story summaries?
The effect is to establish a sense of a restrictive, complex, or authoritarian system. They are features unique to the fictional world, which signals to the reader that the setting is unfamiliar and controlled, increasing the feeling of dread typical of dystopian fiction
Based on Extract 3 and Extract 4 of The Maze Runner, what are the boys who are running and looking weary doing, and what happens to the entrances to the Glade at the end of the day?
The weary boys are the Runners. They are returning from the maze and meeting at the squat concrete building. At the end of the day, a loud boom and grinding sound occurs as the walls close, trapping everyone inside the Glade.