Realistic Fiction: Technology and Inference
English
Grade 7
10 questions
~20 mins
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A worksheet focusing on inference skills through a realistic fiction narrative centered around technology, with creative writing tasks.
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Realistic Fiction: Technology and Inference
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Grade Grade 7
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Understanding Technology in Modern Life
Lila tucked her phone into her backpack, feeling a strange mix of anticipation and nostalgia. It was her last day at the tech startup where she’d interned for the summer. The office buzzed with energy, screens glowing and keyboards clattering, yet Lila sensed a quiet tension beneath the surface. As she packed her belongings, her supervisor approached with a gentle smile. 'Time to disconnect,' he said softly, handing her a small box. Inside was a sleek device, unlike any smartphone she had seen before. 'This is more than just a phone,' he explained. 'It’s designed to help you reconnect with the world outside screens.' Lila hesitated but accepted it, feeling a flicker of curiosity. That evening, she sat in her room, contemplating her last few months. The startup had transformed her perspective on technology—from a tool that isolated to one that could unite. Yet, she wondered if stepping away would truly be possible in a world so deeply embedded in digital connections. As dawn approached, Lila made her decision, preparing to embrace a future where balance between virtual and real life mattered most.
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What inference can be made about Lila's feelings towards her last day at the startup?
[2 marks]2.
Why do you think the supervisor gave Lila a device that is different from a typical smartphone?
[3 marks]3.
What does the phrase 'a tool that could unite' suggest about the potential of technology?
[2 marks]4.
Based on the story, what inference can be made about Lila’s attitude toward balancing technology and real life?
[3 marks]5.
Describe how the narrative's tone influences your understanding of Lila's emotional state.
[5 marks]6.
Identify the narrative technique used when describing Lila’s mixed feelings about her last day. Provide an example from the text.
[3 marks]7.
What inference can be made about the importance of the device given to Lila based on her reaction?
[2 marks]8.
Based on the story, what might happen if Lila chooses to disconnect entirely from technology?
[3 marks]9.
Analyze the author's use of setting in creating an atmosphere of introspection in the story.
[5 marks]10.
Creative Writing Task: Imagine you are Lila. Write a short story about your first experience without your smartphone after receiving the new device. Include details about your feelings, challenges, and what you learn from the experience.
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