Should You Go Screen-Free?

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Which is NOT a reason Emma is against screens for a week?

• She can't message friends

• She can't relax with video games

• She can't play Monopoly

• She can't Skype with her grandma

Which phrase shows that Tyler supports a screen-free week?

• ...screens help you relax

• ...in-person conversations build our social skills and empathy

• ...you're in touch with your friends online

• ...checking your messages every few minutes

The word glued in Tyler's phrase, "the average kid is glued to screens for 4.5 hours a day," most likely means?

• detached

• pasted

• forced to watch

• hooked

Emma is worried about next week's math test. What solution does Tyler give her?

• Stop checking messages so often.

• Study with friends.

• Go online and play a math game

• Ride a scooter to clear your mind.

Which statement might Emma and Tyler BOTH agree with?

• Monopoly isn't as much fun as Fortnite.

• YouTube can be useful.

• Kids should never have cell phones.

• Social skills are important.