Is Technology killing our friendships

1. Which of the following does NOT support the idea that teens spend a lot of time using technology?

• Kaylee’s friends panicked when they found out there was no Wi-Fi at the campground.

• On a typical weekend, Kaylee spends time on Instagram, Snapchat, and FaceTime

• Friends used to write letters to each other.

• One in four teens are online almost constantly.

According to the article, what is the main reason technology is harming friendships?

• Many kids are too busy to keep up with all their online relationships

• It’s easy for misunderstandings to occur online

• Kids write mean things online that they would never say in person.

• Technology leads kids to spend time alone on their devices that they would otherwise be spending with friends

Additional information about how technology can harm friendship would best fit into which section?

• the introduction

• “Alone Together”

• “Connecting With Friends”

• It would not fit anywhere in the article.

On page 19, the author includes a quote from a psychology expert: “‘If we are constantly checking in with our virtual worlds, this leaves little time for our real-world relationships.’” How does this line contribute to the article?

• It supports the claim that online communication between teens is harmless.

• It offers a rebuttal to the argument that online communication can make friendships stronger.

• It proves that teens enjoy using technology.

• It offers a rebuttal to the argument that teens spend too much time online.

In the line “Other experts, however, warn that too much online communication can get in the way of forming deep friendships,” deep means

• meaningful

• wise

• hard to understand

• heavy.

6. Which of the following claims could be supported with information from the article?

• The more friends you have on Facebook, the harder it is to form meaningful friendships.

• Technology is affecting kids’ ability to focus.

• Technology harms kids more than adults.

• Technology helps people stay connected.

What do the anecdotes about Kaylee add to the article? Why might the author have included them? Use details from the text to support your answer.

8. Tarshis writes, “In tough times, you don’t need someone to like your picture or share your tweet. You need someone who will keep your secrets and hold your hand.” What does she mean? Explain.