Text
What is a persuasive essay?
A type of writing that tries to convince the reader to agree with the writer's opinion.
How many American households own a TV?
About 99%
How can watching TV be relaxing?
By watching funny shows.
What is the author's name?
Zak Shimek
What is the main topic of the essay?
Whether or not watching TV is good for people.
What is the average number of hours a person watches TV daily?
Four hours
What type of food do children who watch too much TV tend to eat?
Junk food like chips and soda.
What is the genre of this text?
Nonfiction
Name one benefit of watching TV.
It can help you learn new things or be relaxing.
What did the study say about 65-year-olds?
They would have watched TV for nine years.
What activities are children missing out on when watching TV?
Playing games or solving problems.
What age did they mention in the study for watching TV?
65 years old
How can TV help you learn new things?
By showing educational programs or cooking shows.
Name one type of program you can watch on TV.
Nature documentaries, cooking shows, or cartoons.
How does TV affect your health?
It can lead to a sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy eating.
How can TV shows transport you to different places?
By showing places like jungles, oceans, or outer space.
Name one reason why TV is harmful.
Watching too much TV can be harmful to health.
What is one consequence of too much TV?
It can lead to unhealthy eating habits.
What is the recommendation for daily TV watching?
Watching a little is fine, but not four hours a day.
What is the main idea of the text?
Discusses the pros and cons of watching television.