Binge-Watching

What is the main purpose of the section "Bingeing All the Time"?

• to provide suggestions of shows to binge-watch
• to explain why people binge-watch
• to persuade readers to never binge-watch
• to help readers understand the effects of binge-watching on the mind and body

In the section "How to Beat the Binge," author Mackenzie Carro's tone could best be described as

• reflective and uncertain

• frustrated and stern

• suspicious and worried

• lighthearted and encouraging

Which line best supports the fact that the author uses a light-hearted tone in the section "How to Beat the Binge"?

• "The good news is that you can beat the binge--with a little practice." (p. 23)

• "Dr. Danesh Alam from Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital recommends deciding at the starting of the week how much time to dedicate to shows and videos." (p. 23)

• "Turn off the screen one hour before bed." (p. 23)

The author writes, "But as binge-watching has become ingrained in our culture, experts are sounding the alarm." From this line, you can infer that experts

• are supportive of the binge-watching trend.
• are uncertain about binge-watching.
• are excited that so many people binge-watch.
• are concerned about how popular binge-watching has become.

Consider this line: "And if you turn [binge-watching] into a special event--such as having friends over for a Supergirl marathon--it can be a fun way to socialize." This line

• emphasizes how popular binge-watching is.

• offers a rebuttal to the argument that binge-watching is enjoyable.

• supports the argument that binge-watching occasionally isn't harmful.

• supports the claim that Supergirl is a good show.

Based on the article, with which of the following statements can you conclude the author would likely agree?

• Binge-watching has benefits and drawbacks.

• People should never binge-watch.

• Binge-watching is OK when done infrequently.

• Binge-watching makes shows more enjoyable.

Choose the correct word: After running a marathon, Bella was very sore. She needed to remain ingrained/sedentary for a week to recover.

• ingrained
• sedentary

Choose the correct word: The belief that hard work pays off is deeply disabled/ingrained in our culture. It's a value that is held by many people.

• disabled

• ingrained

Choose the correct word: To ensure that the fundraiser was a success, Eric enlisted/disabled the help of everyone he knew.

• enlisted

• disabled

Definition: occurring again and again for a long time

• ingrained
• chronically
• sedentary
• enlisting