Cell Phones in School

The author’s main purpose in writing this selection is to:

• describe what classrooms should look like

• convince students to rethink their cell phone use

• relate to the modern student

• discuss the benefits of using cell phones in school

Which word best matches the meaning of 'capabilities' in paragraph 2?

• powerful

• proficiency

• incorporate

• sturdier

Which sentence best summarizes paragraphs 2 through 4?

• Phones are not just for communication but have many capabilities that could be used for learning. If working on a research project, cell phones could help students get information quickly.

• Cell phones have shareable calendars, reminders, and alerts that will help students stay organized.

• One day schools, principals, and teachers will begin to see the benefits of cell phones.

• Cell phones can be used in classrooms to help students research, take detailed notes, and stay organized.

The author hopes that the use of modern technology in schools will:

• help teachers be more effective

• inspire students to work harder in school

• one day become the norm

• lead to a change in school programs across the country

What emotion is the author most likely intending to evoke in the reader?

• concern for a change in cell phone use in schools

• awe at the power of cell phone use in schools

• excitement about being able to use cell phones in school

• disappointment in current cell phone use

Look at the diagram of information from the selection. Which of the following belongs in the empty box?

• Cell phones can help students in school.

• Cell phones can help students with test dates.

• Cell phones can be used for organization.

• Cell phones can be a useful tool for students.

The author emphasizes the idea that cell phones:

• will disappear if schools do not change their view

• require teacher approval

• should be studied by students

• are an important tool in schools

Write a letter to your principal expressing your opinion about cell phone use in class.