Question

teenagers and social media: the pros and cons of excessive screen time
by: linh nguyen

according to a recent study, teenagers are spending more time on social media
than ever before. the study found that the average teenager spends up to 9 hours a day
on social media platforms like instagram, tiktok, and snapchat. but what are the
effects of this excessive screen time?

child psychologist dr. moya patel advises that \spending too much time on social
media can lead to a range of negative consequences.\ it can contribute to feelings of
loneliness, anxiety, and depression. additionally, social media can be a major source of
cyberbullying, with one in three teens reporting being the victim of online harassment.

however, not all news about social media and teenagers is negative. some experts
suggest that social media can be a valuable tool for connecting with others and
expressing oneself. when used in moderation, social media can help teenagers build
relationships, discover new interests, and even develop important skills.

so, what should teenagers do about social media? experts recommend setting
limits on screen time, being mindful of the content they consume and share, and taking
breaks from social media when they start to feel overwhelmed or anxious.

after reading the passage, which piece of evidence could you cite to support your claim
that social media is mainly negative for teens, and why?

○ \it can contribute to feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and
depression,\ because it is a fact that supports the claim

○ the question \what should teenagers do about social
media\ because it will allow you to quote the text and
give a solution to the problem

Explanation:

To support the claim that social media is mainly negative for teens, we need evidence that shows negative impacts. The first option provides a fact from the passage: "It can contribute to feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression," which directly supports the negative claim. The second option is a question about solutions, not evidence of negativity.

Answer:

A. "It can contribute to feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression," because it is a fact that supports the claim