Share ARE ELECTRONIC DEVICES GOOD FOR US? P.65
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1. How many hours a day do kids in the U.S. (ages 8–18) spend on electronic devices?
They spend seven and a half hours a day.
2. What kinds of devices do kids use? (Name two.)
They use computers and smart phones.
3. What do some adults think electronic devices do?
They think devices waste kids’ time.
4. What does research say about technology and kids?
It says technology can benefit kids.
5. What do critics say about kids who stare at screens all day?
They say kids don’t get enough exercise.
6. What does one study say about “heavy” media users and exercise?
It says they spend more time in physical activity.
7. How can action video games help kids?
They can help kids’ visual attention.
8. Why do kids need to use the Web?
To access information.
9. What skills can learning on the Web help kids improve?
It helps kids’ reasoning abilities.
10. What does the author say about today’s world and jobs of the future?
Jobs of the future depend on kids who plug in.
11. What is the title of the sidebar graph?
“A Source of News for Teens.”
12. What does the graph show about older teens (ages 14–17)?
It shows 68% get their news online.
