Factual Recall
What event caused schools to close their doors to students?
The pandemic
What is the main topic of the text?
The impact of the pandemic on education and the author's experience with online learning
What does the word "virtual" mean in the context of education?
Online or digital.
Why might the author have felt lonely during online learning?
Because they missed socializing with classmates in person
What method of learning did the author use during the pandemic?
Online learning
Why does the author consider online learning to be important, even after schools reopened?
It provides access to education for students who can't attend in-person.
What does the term “quality education” refer to in the sentence about students in rural areas?
Education that is effective and provides good learning opportunities
What can you infer about the author’s experience with Mr. Wilson’s chemistry class before the pandemic?
The author did not enjoy chemistry class before.
According to the author, what was the main group using online learning before the pandemic?
Adults in continuing education
What lesson did the author learn after experiencing online learning and returning to regular school?
They now appreciate traditional schooling more.
What does the phrase 'overnight' mean in the sentence 'Covid-19 changed all of that, and overnight, students and teachers...'?
Why did the author’s marks fall during online learning?
They had trouble focusing and staying motivated.
What were some reasons students might continue to use online learning after schools reopened?
Living in rural areas or having medical issues
What are some long-term benefits of online learning mentioned in the text?
Access to education for rural students and those with medical issues.
What does "relatively" mean in the sentence 'I’m usually a relatively good student'?
To a certain degree.
What might have been some challenges teachers faced with online lessons during the pandemic?
Technical issues and adapting to virtual teaching.
What did the author find positive about online learning during the pandemic?
Not having to get dressed or take the bus
What does the author suggest about the future of education post-pandemic?
Online learning will continue to be an option, though in-person education is still valued.
What does 'fortunate' mean in the sentence 'it’s fortunate that online learning exists'?
Lucky or beneficial.
Why does the author now have a positive attitude toward attending school in person?
They appreciate the social and structured environment of regular school.