Question
In her article for the Illinois-based newspaper Daily Herald, Patricia Babcock McGraw focused on some parents' concerns about paying for their children's college education. "We've been worrying about our kids' health, safety, and well-being since the day they were born," she said, "which is about how long we've been worrying about college." Not all students go to college, but for those who do, scholarships can help pay for costs like classes, books, and housing.
McGraw suggested that many parents whose children plan to go to college secretly hope that their child might be lucky enough to earn an athletic scholarship.
Experts advise that luck has little to do with obtaining a scholarship.
For ultimate success, students must plan in advance, starting from the ninth grade or before. To obtain an athletic scholarship, kids must focus on both their sport and their education. Plus, to have the greatest success, students should attend college games or matches to meet coaches and players.
In short, obtaining an athletic scholarship represents a huge commitment on the part of a family. As an alternative to such a scholarship, a student could instead strive for a scholarship earned for playing esports: video games. Scholarships for playing electronic sports started around 2014. Today, video game players may earn college money by playing real-time
strategy games, fighting games, sports games, first person games, or multiplayer games. A skilled high school esports player may be offered a place on a college esports team along with a scholarship.
Is awarding college money for playing video games a smart move?
There are risks associated with esports. One such risk is known as "gaming disorder." This mental health issue happens when game players prioritize game play over other activities and interests. Those with gaming disorder may skip meals, become antisocial, and lose interest in work or school. The results can be life altering for those who don't get help. Relationships may suffer, grades may fail, and if that's the case any esports scholarship could be lost. Does it make good sense to offer money for something that is potentially harmful?
However, there are other scholarships that are awarded for a variety of activities that make video game playing seem quite traditional. Consider the Stuck at Prom Scholarship. High school students earn money for college by creating a dress or a tuxedo out of Duck® Brand duct tape. Winning entries are based upon originality, workmanship, use of colors, accessories, and use of the correct brand of duct tape. A first-place prize winner receives a $10,000 cash scholarship.
The National Marbles Tournament offers a chance for marble shooters, or mibsters, to earn money for college. The group has awarded thousands of dollars in college scholarships to winners of the game. Zombie fans may earn college money by submitting an essay for the Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship. Entrants must submit a plan to stay alive in a high school or college overrun with zombies. Considering the wide array of scholarships available, esports may not be so far "outside the box. " But does that make it a good idea or just another bad one?
Question:
According to the passage, what is the concern regarding students who play esports?
A. the social status related to the scholarship
B. the commitment that families have to make
C. the necessity of attending college games or matches
D. the development of mental health issues
McGraw suggested that many parents whose children plan to go to college secretly hope that their child might be lucky enough to earn an athletic scholarship.
Experts advise that luck has little to do with obtaining a scholarship.
For ultimate success, students must plan in advance, starting from the ninth grade or before. To obtain an athletic scholarship, kids must focus on both their sport and their education. Plus, to have the greatest success, students should attend college games or matches to meet coaches and players.
In short, obtaining an athletic scholarship represents a huge commitment on the part of a family. As an alternative to such a scholarship, a student could instead strive for a scholarship earned for playing esports: video games. Scholarships for playing electronic sports started around 2014. Today, video game players may earn college money by playing real-time
strategy games, fighting games, sports games, first person games, or multiplayer games. A skilled high school esports player may be offered a place on a college esports team along with a scholarship.
Is awarding college money for playing video games a smart move?
There are risks associated with esports. One such risk is known as "gaming disorder." This mental health issue happens when game players prioritize game play over other activities and interests. Those with gaming disorder may skip meals, become antisocial, and lose interest in work or school. The results can be life altering for those who don't get help. Relationships may suffer, grades may fail, and if that's the case any esports scholarship could be lost. Does it make good sense to offer money for something that is potentially harmful?
However, there are other scholarships that are awarded for a variety of activities that make video game playing seem quite traditional. Consider the Stuck at Prom Scholarship. High school students earn money for college by creating a dress or a tuxedo out of Duck® Brand duct tape. Winning entries are based upon originality, workmanship, use of colors, accessories, and use of the correct brand of duct tape. A first-place prize winner receives a $10,000 cash scholarship.
The National Marbles Tournament offers a chance for marble shooters, or mibsters, to earn money for college. The group has awarded thousands of dollars in college scholarships to winners of the game. Zombie fans may earn college money by submitting an essay for the Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship. Entrants must submit a plan to stay alive in a high school or college overrun with zombies. Considering the wide array of scholarships available, esports may not be so far "outside the box. " But does that make it a good idea or just another bad one?
Question:
According to the passage, what is the concern regarding students who play esports?
A. the social status related to the scholarship
B. the commitment that families have to make
C. the necessity of attending college games or matches
D. the development of mental health issues
Answers
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D. the development of mental health issues