... You know, there's a lot of talk in America
today, and I spend hours every week worrying
about the effect that automation and
technology is having on employment. Indeed,
as we see the productivity of American
enterprises rise, their need for workers goes
down because they can do more with
[computers] that they used to do with people.
So people ask me all the time, where will we
2 3 4
Review the last paragraph of the passage, or
pages 3-4.
On page 4, what is the effect of the underlined
metaphor on the point being made in the
paragraph?
It supports the argument in favor of Americans
setting demanding standards for themselves.
It emphasizes the importance of improving the
standard of living of all Americans.
It symbolizes the mutual respect and cooperation
Americans have for one another.
It highlights the combined influence of the next
generation of young Americans.