What did technology reduce in education in the story?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Human company and classroom collectiveness
In the story, Margie and Tommy study alone at home with mechanical teachers. Thus, technology reduces learning with classmates, interaction, and the shared experience of a classroom. Instant checking and lessons adjusted to a learner’s level are features of the mechanical teacher, not things reduced by technology. Exam tip: focus on Margie’s thoughts about the old schools.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Human company and classroom collectiveness
Why is this the correct answer?
In the story, Margie and Tommy study alone at home with mechanical teachers. Thus, technology reduces learning with classmates, interaction, and the shared experience of a classroom. Instant checking and lessons adjusted to a learner’s level are features of the mechanical teacher, not things reduced by technology. Exam tip: focus on Margie’s thoughts about the old schools.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Fun They Had. Topic: impact of technology.
