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Walk into the average American home and chances are good that it will contain at least one television. Stop by at the right time, and there may be one or more people sitting close to it, staring at the flickering images on the screen. When it comes to television, it’s not only adults who are watching the programs that are broadcast to towns and cities throughout the country. Children and teens are tuning in, too. Parents and many experts are concerned about young people’s television viewing habits, and they are right to be troubled.
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Perhaps what is most worrisome about young people and television is the quantity of time they devote to viewing programs. One foundation states that the average young person between the ages of eight and eighteen spends roughly four hours a day watching television, an amount which most people would likely agree is excessive.
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The time young people spend watching television each and every week is time that is wasted. Just think of what they could be doing instead! Completing homework, volunteering with a local charity, playing sports, or just sitting and talking with family members are all better ways to fill free hours.
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According to one organization that works with children and families, young people who are regular television watchers read fewer books than those who are not. This suggests that television cuts down on reading time or even discourages the practice. This makes sense. Reading challenges the imagination, as the reader must invent images with each turn of the page. When someone watches a television show, this work is done for the viewer. Naturally, many young people will opt for the form of entertainment that requires less effort.
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Television is a method of transmitting information, and a lot of the messages young people are receiving are negative and out of line with reality. A growing number of shows are violent, for example. Actors in many series are beautiful people with perfect bodies. Young people may be portrayed disrespecting or bullying others. Over time, adolescents may come to believe that they should look and act like the characters they see on television.
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It’s unlikely that television will disappear from American society anytime soon, but that does not mean people cannot take action in their own homes. Television has virtually no benefits for young people, so the best thing families can do is to keep their televisions turned off most of the time, cancel their cable subscriptions, or, better yet, get rid of these devices entirely.
Multiple Choice Question
Which choice identifies a matter of fact on which the authors of the texts disagree?
A.
the effect of television on reading
B.
the amount of television people watch
C.
the effect of television on imagination
D.
the number of televisions people own
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The correct answer is D. the number of televisions people own.
The passage focuses primarily on the effects and implications of television viewing habits among young people but does not provide any specific information or claims about the number of televisions that people own. The other options discuss aspects related to the authors' perspectives on television's impact, which align more closely with the themes explored in the text.
Young People Can Watch Television Wisely
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Some people assert that television is useless, a waste of time, or even harmful to young viewers. This opinion is misguided, though. Like many other things, television has its pros and cons. If young people watch television in moderation and choose to tune in to the right series and shows, this form of media can be a valuable learning tool as well as a source of entertainment.
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Clearly, watching television for hours on end each and every day is not a good habit. However, there is no rule stating that young people must spend this much time in front of the TV. Turning off this device to do something else after tuning in for an hour or so is as easy as pushing the “off” button on the remote.
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Some argue that the time young people spend watching television could be better used doing almost anything else. However, these people don’t seem to realize that many shows are educational. Nature shows, documentaries, and science programs can teach young people about animal species, other cultures, or even the laws of physics. Learning about something new, regardless of how it is done, is never time wasted.
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The right television shows can encourage young people to read. Some shows developed for very young children regularly feature books, for example. Additionally, there are titles on the market that feature characters from popular shows. If a young person has an interest in certain characters, this could prompt him or her to read about them in addition to watching them on TV. The young person might even try to draw a picture of the character or write an original story based on a book or show.
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The content of some television programs may not be appropriate for children or teens. Even ones designed for young people don’t always send positive messages about how to act and treat others. However, the same can be said for most other forms of media, from violent video games to magazine ads for junk food. Adults can play a key role in helping young people analyze what they are watching. For instance, they can point out when characters are being cruel to others and emphasize that this is not respectful behavior. They can prompt young viewers to identify how the people and situations shown on television differ from those encountered in everyday life.
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Admittedly, there are downsides to watching television, but that doesn’t mean that young people should never engage in this activity. With the help of responsible adults, they can learn to use this form of media wisely while still taking the time to pursue other interests and hobbies.
Multiple Choice Question
Which choice identifies a matter of fact on which the authors of the texts disagree?
A.
the effect of television on reading
B.
the amount of television people watch
C.
the effect of television on imagination
D.
the number of televisions people own
The correct answer is A. the effect of television on reading.
The first text argues that television viewing can reduce the amount of reading young people do, while the second text suggests that television can encourage reading by sparking interest in characters and stories. This represents a clear disagreement on the matter of how television impacts reading habits among young people. The other options do not directly address a disagreement in the same way.
Young People Can Watch Television Wisely
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Some people assert that television is useless, a waste of time, or even harmful to young viewers. This opinion is misguided, though. Like many other things, television has its pros and cons. If young people watch television in moderation and choose to tune in to the right series and shows, this form of media can be a valuable learning tool as well as a source of entertainment.
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Clearly, watching television for hours on end each and every day is not a good habit. However, there is no rule stating that young people must spend this much time in front of the TV. Turning off this device to do something else after tuning in for an hour or so is as easy as pushing the “off” button on the remote.
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Some argue that the time young people spend watching television could be better used doing almost anything else. However, these people don’t seem to realize that many shows are educational. Nature shows, documentaries, and science programs can teach young people about animal species, other cultures, or even the laws of physics. Learning about something new, regardless of how it is done, is never time wasted.
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The right television shows can encourage young people to read. Some shows developed for very young children regularly feature books, for example. Additionally, there are titles on the market that feature characters from popular shows. If a young person has an interest in certain characters, this could prompt him or her to read about them in addition to watching them on TV. The young person might even try to draw a picture of the character or write an original story based on a book or show.
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The content of some television programs may not be appropriate for children or teens. Even ones designed for young people don’t always send positive messages about how to act and treat others. However, the same can be said for most other forms of media, from violent video games to magazine ads for junk food. Adults can play a key role in helping young people analyze what they are watching. For instance, they can point out when characters are being cruel to others and emphasize that this is not respectful behavior. They can prompt young viewers to identify how the people and situations shown on television differ from those encountered in everyday life.
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Admittedly, there are downsides to watching television, but that doesn’t mean that young people should never engage in this activity. With the help of responsible adults, they can learn to use this form of media wisely while still taking the time to pursue other interests and hobbies.
Multiple Choice Question
Read this sentence from paragraph 5 of Why Young People Should Tune Out.
Television is a method of transmitting information, and a lot of the messages young people are receiving are negative and out of line with reality.
When the author says that many television messages are out of line with reality, the author most likely means that television
A.
does not reflect the wishes of most young people.
B.
does not present ideas that can help young people.
C.
does not reflect what usually happens in real life.
D.
does not present a positive picture of actual life.
The correct answer is C. does not reflect what usually happens in real life.
When the author states that many television messages are "out of line with reality," they are indicating that the portrayals and situations presented on television do not accurately depict real-life experiences and scenarios that young people typically encounter. This aligns with the idea that television often exaggerates or misrepresents reality, especially regarding behaviors, relationships, and societal norms.
Young People Can Watch Television Wisely
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Some people assert that television is useless, a waste of time, or even harmful to young viewers. This opinion is misguided, though. Like many other things, television has its pros and cons. If young people watch television in moderation and choose to tune in to the right series and shows, this form of media can be a valuable learning tool as well as a source of entertainment.
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Clearly, watching television for hours on end each and every day is not a good habit. However, there is no rule stating that young people must spend this much time in front of the TV. Turning off this device to do something else after tuning in for an hour or so is as easy as pushing the “off” button on the remote.
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Some argue that the time young people spend watching television could be better used doing almost anything else. However, these people don’t seem to realize that many shows are educational. Nature shows, documentaries, and science programs can teach young people about animal species, other cultures, or even the laws of physics. Learning about something new, regardless of how it is done, is never time wasted.
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The right television shows can encourage young people to read. Some shows developed for very young children regularly feature books, for example. Additionally, there are titles on the market that feature characters from popular shows. If a young person has an interest in certain characters, this could prompt him or her to read about them in addition to watching them on TV. The young person might even try to draw a picture of the character or write an original story based on a book or show.
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The content of some television programs may not be appropriate for children or teens. Even ones designed for young people don’t always send positive messages about how to act and treat others. However, the same can be said for most other forms of media, from violent video games to magazine ads for junk food. Adults can play a key role in helping young people analyze what they are watching. For instance, they can point out when characters are being cruel to others and emphasize that this is not respectful behavior. They can prompt young viewers to identify how the people and situations shown on television differ from those encountered in everyday life.
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Admittedly, there are downsides to watching television, but that doesn’t mean that young people should never engage in this activity. With the help of responsible adults, they can learn to use this form of media wisely while still taking the time to pursue other interests and hobbies.
Multiple Choice Question
In which sentence from paragraph 3 of "Young People Can Watch Television Wisely" is the main idea of the text first introduced?
A.
Some argue that the time young people spend watching television could be better used doing almost anything else.
B.
However, these people don’t seem to realize that many shows are educational.
C.
Nature shows, documentaries, and science programs can teach young people about animal species, other cultures, or even the laws of physics.
D.
Learning about something new, regardless of how it is done, is never time wasted.
The correct answer is B. However, these people don’t seem to realize that many shows are educational.
This sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph, which counters the argument that the time spent watching television is wasted. The author asserts that many educational shows can provide valuable learning experiences, setting the stage for the explanation that follows in the subsequent sentences.
Multiple Choice Question
Which of the following would most accurately replace the word nostalgia in the following excerpt from "The Kimono" without changing the sentence's meaning?
Aunt Fumika began to talk of life in Japan. Aunt Fumika spoke perfect English, though accented. Keiko could understand every precise word. Keiko listened intently to the cadences of her aunt's sentences. They seemed to be swept along by a tide of emotion. In Aunt Fumika's voice, she could hear fierce pride, deep homesickness, and bittersweet nostalgia.
A.
accent
B.
arrogance
C.
resentment
D.
remembrance
The correct answer is D. remembrance.
In the context of the sentence, "nostalgia" refers to a longing for the past, often with a sense of warmth or affection. "Remembrance" captures a similar sentiment, suggesting a recalling or reflecting on past experiences. The other options do not convey the same meaning as "nostalgia" in this context.
Multiple Choice Question
A student has made a plan for research. Read the plan and the directions that follow.
Research Report Plan
Topic: Bengal tigers
Audience: eighth grade science class
Purpose: to inform
Research Question: What has caused the Bengal tiger to become endangered?
Select the credible, or trustworthy, source that will most likely provide the information needed to answer the research question.
A.
a dictionary that contains an entry for "tiger"
B.
a complete printed list describing all the thriving species that live in the same habitat as the Bengal tiger
C.
a research report completed by a high school student on Bengal tigers several years ago
D.
a comprehensive listing published by a national scientific organization that describes each animal marked as endangered that explains which animals are endangered and why
The correct answer is D. a comprehensive listing published by a national scientific organization that describes each animal marked as endangered that explains which animals are endangered and why.
This source is the most credible and relevant to the research question, as it specifically addresses endangered animals and provides explanations about the reasons for their endangerment, including the Bengal tiger. The other options do not directly provide information on the causes of endangerment for Bengal tigers.
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