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Refer to the article “From Cave Paintings to Emoji” in your Emoji and Pisa and Birds, Oh My! magazine for a complete version of this text.
What is a main idea of the “Ancient Communication” section of the “From Cave Paintings to Emoji” article?
The first writing began when people used pictures and simple symbols to represent words.
In ancient Egypt, hieroglyphics were used as a form of decoration in the tombs of their leaders.
How do the details in the excerpt support a main idea of the text?
They explain that printing books led to a major increase in the number of people who could read.
The details describe how moveable type makes printing easier.
Which quotation from ““From Cave Paintings to Emoji” directly states how radio served a purpose in people’s lives?
“By the 1930s, most homes in the United States had a radio.”
“The radio kept nearly everyone informed and entertained.”
Which sentence from “From Cave Paintings to Emoji” states the author’s conclusion about how telephones improved communication?
"Few people knew the code."
"Suddenly, two people could hold an actual conversation with no regard for distance."
Where in “From Cave Paintings to Emoji” could a reader find information about the appropriate use of emoji?
under the heading “Express Yourself”
under the heading “Smartphones”
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