Reading comprehension Unit 2

 

B. CONFRY CONTENT Discuss the questions using the information in the article

Then share your answers with the class.

1.According to the article, what are some ways that viewing violence can affect children?

2. What kinds of programs and movies are most harmful?

3. According to the article, some studies show that viewing violence can have effects that last for many years What are some of these long-term effects?

4 What bad  'message' can come from violent programs and movies?

5 What suggestions does the article make to help parents prevent the bad effects of violent TV programs and movies in very young children? In older children?

ANSWERS

1.The article lists some ways that watching violence can affect children, including how it can cause them to fight with their friends, sisters, and brothers through cartoons and movies.

2. Violent realistic action shows, movies and cartoons are very bad for children.

3.The effects of viewing violent content last for many years: children are more likely to behave aggressively at age 18 and to be convicted of violent crimes such as child abuse or murder as adults.

4.It could have an impact on how children feel about violence in the world. Children who frequently witness fights and bloodshed may accept more violence in society as normal. They may even commit violent acts in public.

5.To protect young children from all forms of violence, parents can restrict the television shows and movies they are allowed to watch. To help older children, we can try to limit the amount of time they spend talking to and looking at them. I realize that violence is not a necessary aspect of life.