Name: ______Period ___

“The Internet of Things”

Homework

Directions: Complete the three tasks for the article, “Internet of Things”

Pre-Task 1: Before you read the article, read the words-in-context examples and circle the best answer. Write the letter of your answer on the line.

Words-in-context

  1. “Linked by wireless technology, they will make up what’s been dubbed the Internet of Things.”

______In the above sentence, the verb dubmost likely means:

a)To call attention to

b)To trim or make smooth

c)To revise or edit

d)To give an unofficial name or nickname to something

2. “Altogether, the network of connected objects is expected to dwarf the Internet of people…”

______In the above sentence, the best synonym for dwarf is:

a)diminish

b)overshadow

c)retaliate

d)impress

3. “In February, Cisco acquired Jasper Technologies for $1.4 billion to help customers connect and

manage devices wirelessly.”

______In the above sentence, the verb acquiremost likely means:

a)To learn or develop a skill, habit, or quality

b)To achieve something as a result of one’s behavior or activities

c)To buy or obtain an asset for oneself

4. “...US officials are moving more slowly, trying to fashion rules that could keep the Internet of Things from becoming a vast feeding ground for hackers…”

______In the excerpt above, the best synonym for the adjective vast is:

a)Immense

b)Unfenced

c)Expanse

d)volatile

Task 2: As you read the article, focus on the pros and cons of new technological innovations. Underline evidence that supports (pro)oropposes (con) this new technology. In the margins, write a P for “pro” and a C for “con.

Task 3: Answer the questions based on the article in complete sentences.

  1. In your opinion, what is the greatest benefit to having advanced technology? What is the greatest drawback?______

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  1. According to the introduction to the article, what is the “Internet of Things?” ______

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  1. Provide one example from the article that tech companies are getting closer to a fully working “Internet of Things”______

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  1. Analyze the graphic, “Smart Things that Automate the Home.” In your opinion, what are the two most practical or useful innovations that are mentioned? Why?______

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  1. According to the final section of the article, what are two potential problems or drawbacks to connecting and collecting so much data?______

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  1. In your opinion, would a fully functional “Internet of Things” be beneficial for society? Explain your answer.______

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