21. What is the writer doing in this text?
Correct Answer: C. trying to explain the success of a product
Explanation: The text focuses on how the Furby became popular, discussing its features, marketing, and the reasons behind its fad-like success.
22. What did people particularly like about the Furby?
Correct Answer: D. It seemed alive.
Explanation: The text mentions that people were drawn to the Furby because it displayed "lifelike qualities" and was "interactive," responding to light, sound, and touch.
23. The first place anyone saw the Furby was...
Correct Answer: A. at a toy fair.
Explanation: The text explicitly states that the Furby was "first demonstrated at the 1998 Toy Fair in New York City."
24. Why does the writer think the Furby became a fad?
Correct Answer: B. It was not widely available on release.
Explanation: The text suggests that the Furby's popularity was fueled by its scarcity. The writer states, "When it was not available, everyone needed one. Yet, as soon as they became plentiful, interest in them evaporated."
25. Which best describes the Furby toy?
Correct Answer: A. A cute, innovative toy that was extremely popular for a short time.
Explanation: The Furby is described as "cute enough" and the text highlights its innovative features, its rapid popularity, and the fact that its popularity was short-lived.