"The Truth About Binge-Watching"

A study that shows that people who binge-watch often are lonelier than those who never binge-watch would BEST fit into the section

• "Your Bingeing Brain."

• the introduction

• "How to Beat the Binge."

• "Bingeing All the Time."

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In the section "How to Beat the Binge," the author's tone, or attitude toward the subject she is writing about, could best be described as

• reflective and uncertain.

• frustrated and serious.

• suspicious and worried.

• funny and encouraging.

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Which lines best support the idea that the author's tone is funny and encouraging? Choose two answers.

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

• "We promise Baby Yoda will still be there tomorrow." (p.23)

• "Dr. Danesh Alam...recommends deciding at the start of the week how much time to dedicate to shows and videos." (p. 23)

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

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The author writes, "But as binge-watching has become ingrained in our culture, experts are sounding the alarm." The expression "Sounding the alarm" means

• supporting something.

• being uncertain about something.

• being excited about something.

• speaking out about something.

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Which line supports the idea that binge-watching occasionally is not harmful?

• "our brains are not entirely to blame..." (p.23)

• "They are also more sedentary." (p.23)

• "And if you turn it into a special event-such as having friends over for a Supergirl marathon- it can be a fun way to socialize." (p.23)

• "And how can we stop?" (p.22)

Based on the article, which statement would the author likely agree with? Choose two answers.

• There are both benefits and drawbacks to binge-watching.

• People should never binge-watch.

• Binge-watching is not worrisome when done infrequently.

• Binge-watching makes shows more enjoyable.

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