Grade 7 STAAR Reading- 'Digital Diet' Informational Quiz

What is the main idea of the passage "Time for a 'Digital Diet'"?

• The importance of eating healthy food.

• The benefits of using digital devices.

• The need to reduce the time spent on digital devices.

• The history of digital technology.

According to the passage, what is one negative effect of spending too much time on digital devices?

• Improved social interactions.

• Increased physical activity.

• Shorter attention span.

• Better sleep quality.

What does the term "digital diet" refer to in the passage?

• Eating healthy food while using digital devices.

• Limiting the amount of time spent using digital devices.

• Using digital devices to track food intake.

• Avoiding all forms of technology.

Who is Michael Levine, and what does he state about young people's use of technology?

• A doctor who suggests avoiding digital devices before sleep.

• A media expert who states that young people use technology primarily for entertainment.

• The head of the National Wildlife Federation who promotes outdoor activities.

• A teacher who believes digital devices improve school performance.

What is one benefit of spending more time outside, according to Collin O'Mara?

• Increased screen time.

• Better school performance.

• More time for texting.

• Improved digital skills.

What is one suggestion given by doctors to improve sleep quality?

• Using digital devices right before bed.

• Establishing a specific time of night to turn off all devices.

• Watching television to fall asleep.

• Checking emails before sleeping.

What does researcher Jean Twenge say about answering texts and scrolling through social media right before bedtime?

• It helps people fall asleep faster.

• It is mentally and emotionally stimulating, leading to disturbed sleep.

• It has no effect on sleep patterns.

• It increases the production of melatonin.

What effect does the blue light from smartphones have on the brain?

• It helps produce melatonin.

• It keeps the brain from producing melatonin.

• It has no effect on melatonin production.

• It increases melatonin production.

According to the text, how often do people who depend on technology shift their attention from one media platform to another?

• About 10 times per hour.

• About 15 times per hour.

• About 27 times per hour.

• About 35 times per hour.

What do the majority of young people prefer according to the text?

• Speaking with people in person.

• Texting people rather than speaking with them in person.

• Having face-to-face conversations.

• Avoiding the use of electronic devices.