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What is one idea presented in both articles 1 and 2?

• Kids can become addicted to video games.

• Some video games are more harmful than others.

• Playing video games is the most popular form of entertainment among kids today.

• Too much time playing video games can have negative effects on a person's health.

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Choose a detail from article 1 that supports playing video games could be harmful to your health.

• "On average kids ages 8-18 spend more than an hour each day playing video games." (par.1)

• "...time spent playing video games is time not spent being active." (par. 10)

• "...kids who play video games for up to an hour a day tend to be more social than those who don't play at all." (par. 13)

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Now, choose one detail from article 2 that supports that playing video games can be harmful to your health.

• "... kids today are connected to technology like never before." (par. 1)

• "Phones and computers connect us with friends or help us do research for school projects." (par. 2)

• "...extra screen time could lead to problems ranging from weight gain to trouble sleeping." (par. 3)

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How does paragraph 2 of article 2, "RU2 Plugged In?" fit in with the rest of the article?

• Par. 2 mentions many types of technology. The rest of the article focuses only on video games.

• Par. 2 gives information about the types of digital devices adults use. The rest of the article informs readers about how kids use technology.

• Par. 2 suggests that using technology can have benefits. The rest warns against too much screen time.

• Par. 2 makes the claim that technology can have a positive effect on people's lives. The rest of the article supports this claim.

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What is the author's main point about video games in "A Brain Boost?" (article 3)

• The author's main point is that video games should only be used by adults.

• The author's main point is that video games may not be all that bad for you.

• The author's main point is that video games are all harmful to your health.

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