Question

Passage 1

Say "No" to Mobile Phones

Mobile phones have become an important part of human life. According to a recent research, a person spends more than three hours on an average on his or her mobile phone. Cell phones have also become popular with students.
These days, students spend a lot of time on their cell phones. Most of the time, students can be seen texting, chatting, taking selfies, and using social media apps on their cell phones. These activities distract them from their studies and homework and affect their performance in exams. Many students also spend time playing games on their mobile phones instead of playing outdoors. This lack of physical activity leads to health-related problems in students.
Mobile phones may be convenient, but they have a negative effect on students. Therefore, parents and teachers should not allow students to use mobile phones.


Passage 2

Mobile Phones–A Boon

Mobile phones have become an inseparable part of a student's life. A recent survey states that more that 95 percent of high school students own mobile phones or smart phones.
Thanks to smart phones, students can easily use the Internet to research topics while studying or working on their assignments. Using social media apps on their phones, students can also learn about the latest developments in their surroundings and their countries. Cell phones have more benefits than disadvantages. If used consciously, cell phones are a boon for both students and parents.


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The overall structure of these two passages is
A.
causes and effects of the invention of mobile phones.
B.
debate on using mobile phones for teaching.
C.
pros and cons of using mobile phones.
D.
sequence of the development of mobile phones.

Answer 1

The overall structure of these two passages is

C. pros and cons of using mobile phones.

Passage 1 argues against the use of mobile phones by highlighting their negative effects on students, while Passage 2 presents the positive aspects and benefits of mobile phones for students.