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Grade 7 STAAR Reading- 'Digital Diet' Informational Quiz

Authored by Jessica Powell

English

7th Grade

20 Questions

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Grade 7 STAAR Reading- 'Digital Diet' Informational Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

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