Unit 2 Argumentative CBA corrections

Look at the cartoon from the selection. What is the most likely reasont he author included the cartoon?

• to highlight how children have created new ways to use phones for play.

• to indicate that children today should use phones when outside.

• to suggest that children are too attached to phones.

• to emphasize that phones can help children complete activities.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

Being more mindful of when we use technology allows us to be more  present when interacting with others. Doctors and scientists are concerned that the heavy use of electronic devices is creating a generation that is easily distracted. People who depend on  technology shift their attention from one media platform to another  about 27 times per hour. Additionally, the majority of young people  say they would rather text people than speak with them in person.  It can be difficult to have a meaningful conversation with friends  when everyone is distracted by a cell-phone screen. If you notice  that those around you are using their phones too much, speak up. It  is much more rewarding to have a conversation with people who are attentive. 

What does the word attentive mean in this paragraph?

• encouraging

• focused

• grateful

• understanding

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Based on the information throughout the selection, how could a person put a digital diet into practice?

• By adjusting the brightness of a screen when using an electronic device at night

• By playing games over the computer with a group of friends

• By memorizing different routes to avoid using a map on the internet

• By putting away the phone when eating lunch with a friend

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which detail from the selection supports the key idea that a digital diet is rewarding?

• Mindfulness allows us to be more present with others.

• Television screens offer a good source of entertainment.

• Students can use a computer to help them with homework.

• eading text messages keeps the mind alert.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

When people think of a diet, they usually think about it in relation to  food. There are some healthy eating habits you can develop, and  there are bad eating habits. A digital diet helps promote developing  healthy habits with technology. Developing healthy habits with  digital devices looks different for everyone. But overall the main goal  is to limit the amount of time we spend using digital devices. 

The author uses a comparison to present the ideas in paragraph 2 so that the reader with understand that a digital diet -

• is a complicated process that requires careful planning

• causes some people to think about food

• solves a number of problems for everyone

• can help people form better habits

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Young people today rely heavily on digital technology. Text  messaging and email allow people to effortlessly stay connected to  others. Television and computer screens provide people with  constant entertainment. Everywhere you look people are distracted  by screens. Technology can be useful, but it is easy for someone to  become too dependent on it. In fact, research has shown that the way young people interact with each other and with the world is  rapidly changing due to digital overload. Staying connected has  become so important that many young people find it stressful to be  away from their phones. As a result, people have developed bad  habits. They spend less time outside, get less sleep, and develop a  shorter attention span. However, it is possible to achieve a more  balanced relationship with technology. People should consider going  on a “digital diet.” 

 

What is the most likely reason the author includes the phrase "Everywhere you look" in paragraph 1? 

• To suggest that people want to ignore a critical issue

• To show how society has only recently changed

• To explain that people are fascinated by trends

• To emphasize a problem that is widespread

What primary claim does the author make in this selection?

• Electronic devices are the main reason why people have meaningless conversations.

• Children and teenagers should give up their digital devices completely.

• People would benefit greatly by limiting their time with technology.

• Individuals are spending more time indoors using screens than ever before.

Another boundary that people can set is avoiding using digital  devices before going to sleep. Doctors suggest establishing a  specific time of night when all devices must be turned off. Stopping  the use of digital devices two hours before bedtime will likely lead to  better sleep. Staring at a cell phone, computer, or television screen right before bedtime is distracting. Researcher Jean Twenge says  that “answering texts and scrolling through social media is mentally  and emotionally stimulating, which leads to disturbed sleep.” In  addition, the blue light that smartphones emit keeps the brain from  producing melatonin. Melatonin helps people fall asleep and stay  asleep throughout the night. 

What is the most likely reason the author includes a quotation in paragraph 4?

• To explain what can happen when people do not take a break from technology

• To show that people must be able to send information at all  times

• To highlight a typical routine of someone who regularly uses  technology

• To suggest that people do not know how to give up their devices

Read this sentence from paragraph 5.

 

If you notice that those around you are using their phones too much, speak up. 

 

What is the most likely reason the author uses direct address in this sentence?

• To show the reader that texting is enjoyable

• To suggest that the reader take action

• To encourage the reader to be more observant

• To help the reader develop better friendships

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CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6