Question #N483
The author of the passage is making a point about the dangers of relying solely on technology to solve problems. The passage states that the speaker is concerned about what is happening to the students who rely on technology to complete their tasks, as if they are missing out on something important. What is the most likely reason why the author uses the phrase "as if they are missing out on something important"?
In this passage, the phrase "as if they are missing out on something important" is used to
A. emphasize the speaker's concern about the students' dependence on technology.
B. describe the speaker's feelings about the students' lack of creativity.
C. suggest that the speaker is worried about the students' future.
D. compare the students' current situation to a past time.
Correct Answer is: A
The author uses the phrase "as if they are missing out on something important" to emphasize the speaker's concern about the students' dependence on technology. The speaker is suggesting that the students are missing out on something important by relying solely on technology to complete their tasks.