Question

Question 1 Part A What claim does the author make about binge-watching in the PRO section of the Newsela article "PRO/CON: Binge-Watching"?

Binge-watching may lead to weight gain due to inactivity. Binge-watching can help people avoid conflict.
Binge-watching may improve relationships.
Binge-watching ruins feelings of anticipation for what comes next.
Question 2 Part B
Which statement accurately assesses the claim identified in Part A?

It is ineffective because the physical and mental issues associated with binge-watching outweigh the benefits.
It is effective because the author provides several examples of how binge-watching increases social connections, and refers to outside sources
It effective because the author shares first-hand experience of spending more time as a family binge-watching.
It is ineffective because when people are binge-watching, they are focused on the content of the shows, not interactions with others.

Answer 1

The second one I I think I could be wrong not sure

Answer 2

1. Claim in the PRO section: Binge-watching may improve relationships.

2. Accurate assessment: It is ineffective because the physical and mental issues associated with binge-watching outweigh the benefits.

In the PRO section of the article "PRO/CON: Binge-Watching," the author claims that binge-watching may improve relationships.

However, an accurate assessment suggests it is ineffective due to the potential physical and mental issues associated with excessive viewing.

The negative impacts, such as sedentary behavior and mental strain, outweigh the perceived benefits of improved relationships.

The article provides a critical perspective on the drawbacks of binge-watching despite the asserted positive outcome.