Question

review the following quote by ray bradbury and answer the question that follows: \we have too many cellphones. weve got too many internets. we have got to get rid of those machines. we have too many machines now.\ a. first, create a list of all the \machines\ you have access to, which include cellphones, computers, smart watches, and doorbell cameras. b. in your opinion, are there \too many machines now\? what are the positives and negatives of owning so many \machines\?

Explanation:

A. Cellphones, computers, smart - watches, doorbell cameras are common machines. One can list other personal devices like tablets, e - readers, etc.
B. Positives of having many machines include increased convenience (e.g., cellphones for communication, smart - watches for health tracking), access to information (computers for research), and enhanced security (doorbell cameras). Negatives may involve privacy concerns (data collection by devices), distraction (from cellphones), and potential health issues (from excessive screen time). Whether there are "too many" is subjective and depends on individual usage and values.

Answer:

A. Cellphones, computers, smart - watches, doorbell cameras, tablets, e - readers.
B. Whether there are too many machines is subjective. Positives: convenience, information access, security. Negatives: privacy concerns, distraction, potential health issues.