Question

read the excerpt from \wings.\

we were born with wings that carry
information, that connect us to our
friends and leaders. we have a conscience
but we must make quick decisions or we
feel we may never catch up
to all thats happening.

what do the \wings\ in this poem represent?

technology
life
mystery
family

Explanation:

Analyze the metaphor in the excerpt

The poem states: "We were born with wings that carry information, that connect us to our friends and leaders."

Connect the textual clues to the options

The functions of these "wings" are carrying information and connecting people to friends and leaders. Among the choices (technology, life, mystery, family), "technology" (such as the internet, social media, or mobile devices) is the only concept that directly serves to carry information and connect people globally.

Determine the correct representation

Therefore, the "wings" represent technology.

Answer:

• technology (Correct answer)
• life
• mystery
• family