Week 5: Lesson 13. UoE part 5 The QR code: A Simple Invention with a Lasting Impact
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What does the writer admire most about the QR code?

  • Its simple design and its use outside of factories
  • How it impacts people around the world, even though it's simple (correct)
  • That it was first used in car manufacturing
  • How much information it can hold

What does the writer find most attractive about QR codes?

  • That they require special technology to work
  • They are easy to use and very helpful (correct)
  • They can store a lot of information
  • They are only used occasionally in daily life

How does the writer feel about being connected to the virtual world through QR codes?

  • Very excited to always stay connected
  • Not interested in digital conveniences at all
  • Both impressed and a little worried (correct)
  • Doesn’t care about how technology affects us

In line 20, what does the phrase "stepping into the future" mean?

<p>Experiencing something modern and new (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In line 30, what does "potential loss of real-world experiences" mean?

<p>Possibly missing out on direct, in-person experiences (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the last paragraph teach us?

<p>Simple inventions can also make a big difference (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is the writer's admiration for QR codes?

The writer admires the QR code's global impact and ease of use.

What is the writer's feeling about QR codes' connection to the virtual world?

The writer believes that QR codes are both fascinating and slightly concerning because they bridge the gap between the physical and virtual world.

What does "stepping into the future" mean in line 20?

It signifies experiencing something innovative and advanced.

What does "potential loss of real-world experiences" mean in line 30?

This refers to the potential risk of missing firsthand, in-person experiences due to the convenience of virtual information.

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What is the main takeaway from the last paragraph?

Simple inventions have the power to significantly influence the world.

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What does the writer find most attractive about QR codes?

The writer finds QR codes easy to use and extremely helpful.

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