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Ever since the “Roaring 20’s”,its been almost unachievable to pass a even a day without using technology. Us commoners nowadays use technology for everything. From communication and education,we are constantly glued to our electronics,so that we can keep up with each other, get instant information, and all in all, get things done!Therefore, it is no exaggeration to say that technology is a huge part of our lives. But what if something happened, that could make all that vital technology inaccessible? We would probably be screwed. In the novel Lord of the Flies,by William Golding, a devastating plane crash leaves a group of boys on a deserted island with nothing but their brains and the clothes on their backs.If I were ever placed in that scenario, and I knew ahead of time, I know exactly what I would bring with me; a bible, a blanket, and a lifetime supply of food.Those things, i feel, would sustain me until i get rescued.
If I could only bring one item, at the very top of my list would be a bible. Having a bible with me is so important because without it, i would eventually b...

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