What balanced view toward technology does the story present?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Technology is useful but cannot fully replace human education
The story does not present technology as completely evil. Margie’s mechanical teacher can deliver lessons, adjust work to her level, and check answers quickly, so technology clearly offers efficiency and individual attention. However, her isolated learning also reveals what the machine cannot provide: classmates, shared activity, emotional support, lively discussion, and the warmth of a human teacher. The old book makes Margie imagine a more social form of education. Therefore, option B gives the balanced interpretation. Options A and C reject technology entirely, while D is factually absurd because the story presents advanced future technology.
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Technology is useful but cannot fully replace human education
Why is this the correct answer?
The story does not present technology as completely evil. Margie’s mechanical teacher can deliver lessons, adjust work to her level, and check answers quickly, so technology clearly offers efficiency and individual attention. However, her isolated learning also reveals what the machine cannot provide: classmates, shared activity, emotional support, lively discussion, and the warmth of a human teacher. The old book makes Margie imagine a more social form of education. Therefore, option B gives the balanced interpretation. Options A and C reject technology entirely, while D is factually absurd because the story presents advanced future technology.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Fun They Had. Topic: impact of technology.
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