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What would be the primary clue that someone had time traveled into the past, according to the text?
What would be the primary clue that someone had time traveled into the past, according to the text?
- The absence of modern technology
- The weather and climate conditions
- The appearance of people on the street
- The headlines on newspapers and store signs (correct)
How did the London Underground's decision to update its font in 2016 turn out?
How did the London Underground's decision to update its font in 2016 turn out?
- It had no noticeable impact on the appearance of the Underground
- It was controversial and sparked significant debate
- It was a resounding success and received widespread praise
- The text does not provide any information about the London Underground's font change (correct)
What point of controversy did the United States Department of State's decision to change its default font from Times New Roman to Calibri spark, according to the text?
What point of controversy did the United States Department of State's decision to change its default font from Times New Roman to Calibri spark, according to the text?
- The change was unnecessary and a waste of taxpayer money
- The new font was too modern and difficult to read
- The text does not specify the nature of the controversy (correct)
- The new font was not accessible for people with visual impairments
What is the main difference between serif and sans serif fonts, as discussed in the text?
What is the main difference between serif and sans serif fonts, as discussed in the text?
What is the main question or debate surrounding governments' use of standardized fonts?
What is the main question or debate surrounding governments' use of standardized fonts?
What was a coveted skill in the 1960s at supermarkets before the adoption of barcodes?
What was a coveted skill in the 1960s at supermarkets before the adoption of barcodes?
What is suggested as a way to check if a document is a forgery?
What is suggested as a way to check if a document is a forgery?
What transformation occurred in checkout processes in the 1960s that affected supermarkets?
What transformation occurred in checkout processes in the 1960s that affected supermarkets?
What technology has changed many everyday experiences, including debate tree distribution and accessing restaurant menus?
What technology has changed many everyday experiences, including debate tree distribution and accessing restaurant menus?
Why did time travelers often struggle to pay for things according to the text?
Why did time travelers often struggle to pay for things according to the text?
