Screen dependency: comprehension questions and answers
1. What does the article suggest you may feel if you accidentally leave your phone somewhere?
An ice-cold finger of fear.
2. How much time does the average adult spend looking at screens during the course of one day?
9.5 hours in total.
3. What was the percentage increase in daily mobile use over the last four years.
400%
4. Explain how buying an alarm clock will help you to prioritise your sleep.
If you have an alarm clock to wake you for work or study commitments you won't have an excuse to have the mobile phone by your bed. That means you are more likely to get to sleep at a reasonable time and will have no chance to check your phone during the night!
5. What does the term 'phubbing' mean?
Paying attention to your phone and ignoring your partner.