Quinndarius's Flashcard

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Text messaging encourages regular writing, which can help teens practice their writing skills in a low-pressure environment. They often experiment with language and vocabulary.

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Increased Writing Practice

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Teens may struggle with essays and formal writing due to their habitual use of texting language.

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Difficulty in Formal Writing Contexts

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As texting becomes more prevalent, societal norms around communication have shifted, leading to new expectations around speed and brevity in messaging.

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Changing Communication Norms

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What is one of the negative impacts of excessive texting on teenagers' literacy development? Options: Improved Vocabulary, Enhanced Writing Skills, Difficulty in Understanding Complex Texts, Increased Reading Speed

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Difficulty in Understanding Complex Texts

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What could be a positive impact of text messaging on teenagers' literacy development? Options: Decreased Reading Speed, Reduced Vocabulary, Enhanced Writing Skills, Difficulty in Understanding Complex Texts

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Enhanced Writing Skills

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How has the rise in texting influenced the way we communicate in society?

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Increased expectation for quick responses

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How can text messaging impact teenagers' social skills? Options: Decrease face-to-face interactions, Increase physical activity, Decrease online communication, Increase reading books

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Decrease face-to-face interactions

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What is a common negative effect of excessive texting on teenagers' health?

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Decreased physical activity