BBC 6': Why read books, not screens?

Who is speaking in the 6 Minute English program?

• Phil and Georgie

• Tom and Jerry

• Sam and Alex

• John and Mary

What does Georgie love about reading books?

• The smell of the paper and turning the pages

• The bright screen and digital format

• The sound of the pages and the weight of the book

• The colorful pictures and animations

What does Phil find about too much screen time?

• It hurts his eyes

• It makes him sleepy

• It is very exciting

• It is very relaxing

What is one potential problem of reading from screens mentioned by Georgie?

• Reducing attention span

• Improving eyesight

• Increasing energy levels

• Enhancing memory

What will be discussed in the program according to Georgie?

• The effects of reading from screens

• The benefits of playing video games

• The history of books

• The future of technology

What is Phil's question about?

• How many words the average person reads a day

• How many books are published each year

• How many screens people use daily

• How many hours people spend reading

What are the three magical powers that reading brings according to Cressida Cowell?

• Strength, speed, and agility

• Creativity, intelligence, and empathy

• Wealth, fame, and power

• Health, happiness, and success

What is one of the key factors in a kid’s later economic success according to Cressida Cowell?

• Playing sports

• Reading for the joy of it

• Watching educational TV

• Learning a musical instrument

What does 'deep reading' help children develop?

• Faster reading speed

• Better memory

• Deeper understanding of texts

• Improved handwriting

Who is the author of the "How to Train Your Dragon" children’s books?

• J.K. Rowling

• Cressida Cowell

• Roald Dahl

• Dr. Seuss