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The following is an A.I. generated text (something that none of us should ever use in this class). It was prompted by interpreting the ending of Ray Bradbury’s story, “The Veldt.” However, there are major problems and errors with this response.  Counts 5 points (30% of the quiz) Write a one (1) paragraph (5-8 sentences) criticism of this excerpt in which you make critical comments on as many of the following areas as you can: *editing errors *correct use of MLA style *appropriate diction and style *development of ideas *accuracy *logical organization of ideas: Throughout “The Veldt” the advanced technology itself is portrayed not as inherently dangerous, but as a tool that becomes harmful when it replaces meaningful human relationships. It’s not technology that destroys the family—it’s their neglect of each other, their lack of emotional connection. The parents, George and Lydia Bradley, rely on the nursery and other gadgets to replace their parenting duties, which leads to the children’s growing resentment. In other words, blaming technology alone ignores the family dynamics at the heart of the story. For example, Bradbury writes, “They live for the nursery” (Bradbury pg. 56), emphasizing that the technology serves as a crutch for parents who fail to engage with their kids. The dangers arise not cause technology exists, but because it’s just misused. Additionally, Bradbury describes how George begins to realize this failure, noting, “George Hadley stood on the African grassland, looking out at the lions…” (pg. 58), indicating that it’s not too late to mend these relationships if action is taken. The idea that technology alone is the villain overshadows this more nuanced view.

It can be argued and supported that both George and Lydia in Bradbury’s “The Veldt”…

One possible ending that we can assume for “The Veldt” is that Macclean dies (a fairly obvious one); however, another, based on the line about “tea” suggests that he will live and that…

According to the door-in-the-face effect, Caty’s dad is more likely to comply with her request to buy her a used car if Caty

Robert was a successful dentist for over a decade before deciding that he would be happier as a salesman. He has started a position at a new company that sells high-tech alarm clocks and toothbrushes. Of these two products, Robert is likely to be more successful selling __________, because he is likely to be a(n) __________ when delivering persuasive appeals for that product.

Freebie: You’re doing great! Take a moment to acknowledge your progress and accomplishments so far this semester. List at least one thing (big or small) that you have done this semester that is worthy of celebrating (e.g., completed a challenging assignment, met an important deadline, made a new connection, etc.)! OR Reflect on the concepts we’ve discussed so far this semester. How do the concepts we’ve discussed in our course relate to your daily experiences and/or what you’ve studied in other courses? Share any connections you’ve noticed.

Cognitive dissonance theory and self-perception theory differ in that self-perception theory emphasizes that __________ influence(s) our attitudes.  

43. The term dermatographism refers to what?

64. A father and his child live in an older house and are both found to be lead-toxic? What type of anemia is typically observed in patients who are lead-toxic?  

65. Bacterial pathogens implicated in causing acute bronchitis include all of the following except: