Impact of Smartphones on Attention Span

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
Standards-aligned

Greg Garay
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the phrase 'sustained effort' imply?
Continuous and prolonged exertion towards a particular goal
Intermittent and short bursts of exertion towards a particular goal
Effort that is not directed towards any particular goal
Effort that is not prolonged or continuous
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Understanding word meanings
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the word 'integral' mean in the passage?
Unimportant
Essential
Optional
Temporary
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Understanding word meanings
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the impact of smartphones on cognitive control and attention span, especially for students?
It has no impact on cognitive control and attention span
It leads to an increase in cognitive control and attention span
It leads to a decrease in cognitive control and attention span
It only affects adults, not students
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Comprehending a text
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason for the negative impact of smartphones on attention span?
Constant notifications
Access to endless information
Both A and B
None of the above
Tags
Comprehending a text
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term 'cognitive control' refer to?
Regulating and managing one's thoughts and actions
Physical exercise
Emotional intelligence
Social interaction
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Understanding word meanings
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