Answer these questions before moving on to the Analyze the
Text section on the following page.
B
1. What is the main idea of paragraphs 1-9?
A The future of bionics research is still uncertain.
B Some bionics respond to brain signals.
Bionic implants have both positive and negative aspects.
Many medical problems are being helped through bionics.
2. Which two details in paragraphs 10-13 best support the idea that memory
and intelligence can be enhanced?
A the use of new memory drugs
the use of new training for surgeons
the use of a chip to repair damaged brain tissue
D the use of additional funds to boost brain research
the use of a specialized brain implant
Review your notes and
add your thoughts to your
Response Log
a
3. What is the most likely reason the writer includes a series of questions in
paragraph 17?
to express his confusion about the issue to readers
to inform readers about what is certain to happen
to encourage readers to think deeply about the issue
to entertain readers with impossible fantasies
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