Question

the rage over cell phones
k. reiter

1. toddlers as young as two know how to swipe up to get rid of texts that come in while they are watching youtube on their parents device. they know how to find games and even how to play them. many toddlers are seen in restaurants playing on a device while their parents chat away with each other. the world we live in is directed by technology, and there is no way around it. but what is the right age to let children have their own cell phone or device?
2. according to research, a child should get his or her first cell phone around the age of ten. parents tend to give in to the pressure from their children and purchase a cell phone, even if they are not completely sold on the idea. the nagging and constant begging causes parents to give up the fight because all of their childs friends have one. after all, dont they want their child to fit in?
3. parents should not look solely at the age of their children before deciding if they should have a cell phone or other type of device. maturity should be the leading factor. some children are more mature and capable of handling the responsibilities that come with carrying around an expensive device. they need to be trained on how to care for the device and what is acceptable and what is not. can the child be trusted to stay away for inappropriate apps and websites? can they follow the rules of a set screen time?
4. there is no rush to put a cell phone or device in the hands of children. understanding the world wide web and all that goes along with it can be daunting, even for adults. having a cell phone opens up a new way for children to communicate with the world. communication can be a good thing, but it can also lead to cyber bullying or something even worse.
5. parents who let their young children have a device need to set strict rules and should closely monitor what apps they are using and who they are talking to. software is available to help parents see exactly what their children are doing online. its not being nosy, but rather caring about who their children are communicating with and what they are viewing online. if children do not accept or follow the rules, then they should not have the privilege of having a cell phone

how does the authors purpose effectively target a specific audience?
a by using technical jargon related to technology, appealing to educators and tech experts.
b by sharing relatable anecdotes about children using devices, creating a connection with parents experiences.
c by presenting statistical data on childrens screen time, appealing to policymakers and researchers.
d by discussing the benefits of technology in education, targeting teachers and school administrators.

Explanation:

The text discusses children using devices, parents' decisions regarding giving children phones, and related issues. Option B is correct as the text shares relatable anecdotes (like toddlers using devices, parents' pressure from children) which connect with parents' experiences. Option A is wrong as there's no technical jargon. Option C is incorrect as there's no statistical data. Option D is wrong as there's no discussion of technology benefits in education.

Answer:

B. By sharing relatable anecdotes about children using devices, creating a connection with parents' experiences.