
It’s Complicated/Outsmart Your Smartphone
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which statement best describes the author’s central argument in “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens”?
Technology provides an outlet for teens to express their emotions and gain more dependence on their parents.
Teens use technology, like texting and social media, to exclude others and bully them.
Technology provides an outlet for teens to express their creativity and share their creative ventures.
Teens use technology, like texting and social media, to build friendships and transition into adulthood.
2.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which two reasons tell why the author most likely discusses the opposing argument in paragraph 2 of “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens”?
to state her central argument
to build the foundation for her argument
to prove that technology is addictive and harmful for teens
to support the argument that social media is useful
to refute the opposing argument
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In paragraphs 3–5 of “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens,” the author refutes the opposing arguments stated in paragraph 2 and builds her counterargument by —.
describing how using technology gives teens the privacy they need to grow up
sharing examples about how using technology allows teens to emulate adults
developing the importance of social motivations for teens using technology
questioning the evidence that teens are addicted to using technology
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In paragraph 5 of “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens,” the author appeals to an intended audience of —.
teens, by alluding to pop culture
parents, by citing psychological research
teens, by addressing them directly
parents, by asking rhetorical questions
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CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence from “Outsmart Your Smartphone” best summarizes the author’s central argument?
Adolescence has always been a hero’s journey of growing independence, exploration, and self-discovery.
I can say without hesitation that though social media is a useful and enticing tool, it poses unique risks to adolescent well-being.
You can use smartphones and social media to build healthy relationships and a sense of belonging.
Texting and social networking sites make it easier to connect with kids right where you are, too.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In “Outsmart Your Smartphone,” the author most likely waits until the end of paragraph 1 to state her claim in order to —.
discuss her view on the purpose of adolescence
introduce the many uses of smartphones and social media
describe the debate about the impact of technology
establish her expertise and relevant research
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In “Outsmart Your Smartphone,” the author most likely cites a 2017 study at the end of paragraph 16 in order to —.
persuade readers that teens should not use smartphones or social media
persuade readers that personal communication is healthier for teens
prove that multitasking reduces the ability of teens to learn and think
prove that smartphones cause social anxiety in teens
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