It's Complicated
Which statement best describes the author’s central argument in “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens”?
Teens use technology, like texting and social media, to build friendships and transition into adulthood.
Which sentence from “Outsmart Your Smartphone” best summarizes the author’s central argument?
B I can say without hesitation that though social media is a useful and enticing tool, it poses unique risks to adolescent well-being.
Teens can become addicted to and distracted by technology.
Outsmart Your Smartphone
What is a Claim?
The author's position on a issue or problem
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In paragraphs 3–5 of “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens,” the author refutes the opposing arguments stated in paragraph 2 and builds her counterargument by —
C developing the importance of social motivations for teens using technology
In “Outsmart Your Smartphone,” the author most likely waits until the end of paragraph 1 to state her claim in order to —
J establish her expertise and relevant research
Teens use technology primarily to build friendships and stay connected.
It’s Complicated
The opposing view is?
The opposite or disagreement of the author's claim
Where's my mind?
Okay you deserve a break. 200 points for your team.
In paragraph 7, the author encourages readers to recognize that ____________
G social media sites offer teens more privacy and autonomy than their homes do
The author uses the statistics in paragraph 4 to suggest that ___________
F almost all teens use or have access to social media in their daily lives and are therefore affected by it
Using technology can be dangerous for teens and hinder their development
Both
A counterclaim is when the author. . .
Responds to the opposing argument
HELP?
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In paragraph 5 of “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens,” the author appeals to an intended audience of —
F teens, by alluding to pop culture
In “Outsmart Your Smartphone,” the author most likely cites a 2017 study at the end of paragraph 16 in order to —
C prove that multitasking reduces the ability of teens to learn and think
Using technology is a healthy way for teens to nurture relationships and transition into adulthood.
It’s Complicated
When a author refutes a claim, he is ...
Disagreeing with the claim
Do I really want to answer?
No. No points for either team
Which two reasons tell why the author most likely discusses the opposing argument in paragraph 2 of “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens”?
G To build the foundation for her argument
K To refute the opposing argument
In paragraph 18, the author suggests that although TV and online entertainment both use screens
D watching TV is not as engaging or as isolating as being online
Based on how the authors present ideas in “It’s Complicated: The Social Lives of Networked Teens” and “Outsmart Your Smartphone,” which is the intended audience for both selections?
G Teens and parents of teens
How does an author support their claim?
By using statistics, facts, their opinion, related stories (testimonies), personal stories, and examples
But What if I?
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