Choose the Correct Collocation
Frequently observed signs or indicators that signal an illness or ailment.
- outside factors
- weight loss
- frequent fliers
- common symptoms
common symptoms
Many young people are addicted ___ technology.
to
What is a synonym for 'browsing the net'?
Surfing the net
Social media ___ a crucial role in maintaining friendships.
plays
Besides technology, name two things that someone can have an addiction to.
Alcohol, drugs, etc.
This collocation is used to describe having immediate access to something.
- at our fingertips
- make contact
- take for granted
- plays a crucial role
at our fingertips
With social media, teenagers are always aware ___ what others are doing.
of
What is something that you would bookmark if it was useful?
A website or webpage
Young people these days have the ___ span of a goldfish.
attention
What does insomnia make it difficult to do?
Sleep
___ losing his job, he told his boss that he was an idiot.
- At the moment
- At the expense of
- At the risk of
- At the heart of
At the risk of
Technology can be very useful, as apps can help ___ lots of different things!
with
Which of the following options does not belong with 'posting'?
- a photo
- a link
- an email
- an update
an email
I am very sorry. I was late to class because I ___ track of ___ .
lost, time
If you look at screens for too long, you might end up suffering from eye ___ .
- tension
- strain
- pain
- soreness
strain
He made a joke ___ his friend's hat, which made everyone laugh, but also embarrassed his friend.
- at the same time
- at the expense of
- at the mercy of
- at the risk of
At the expense of
The ailment was caused ___ part ___ his overuse of technology.
in, by
Name three things that you can upload.
Photos, videos, documents, etc.
Doctors aren't yet sure how to ___ all of the issues related to the overuse of technology.
address
What type of ailment is WhatsAppitis?
- Joint pain
- Repetitive strain injury
- Acute muscular soreness
- Diabetes
Repetitive Strain Injury
At your disposal
___ a search engine ___ our fingertips, we can find any information that we might need.
With, at
Which of the new phrases would you use to describe someone sharing a post that provides new info or content on a social media account?
They are ___ .
Updating their status
Sometimes teens suffer from ___ symptoms when they lose access to technology for an extended period of time.
withdrawal
What type of lifestyle outlined by the article can cause diabetes, along with other ailments?